Water main breaks again in Baldwin
By HERNESTO GALDAMEZ hgaldamez@liherald.com
Baldwin residents are dealing with the repercussions of a second water main break in
reimburse customers for their losses while spotlighting the broader issue of aging infrastructure. After last week’s break, Mulé renewed her demand that the county and Liberty Water invest in that infrastructure in a news
Singh, who is Indian, will host the inaugural program, titled “Let’s Learn About Diwali,” at the library, 2385 Grand Ave., at 3 p.m. Diwali, also known as the Festival of Lights, is one of the most important Hindu festivals, celebrated by millions around the world. The holiday symbolizes the victory of light over darkness and good over evil. The festival, which
“At 12 and 13 years old, you’re almost unsure about everything, and on that Diwali year, I lit my first match, and I lit my own diya. I thought that was very special.”
Diyas are tiny oil lamps made from clay, which represent the victory of light over darkness and are placed around homes, temples and
needed it and had all customers back on the same day.”
A week after the water main break in June, Nassau County Legislator Debra Mulé, accompanied by community members and local business owners, called on Liberty Water to
“This water main break is yet another clarion call for Nassau County to take decisive action to secure and repair structure,” she After the June incident, over 30,000 Liberty Water customers water order, which impacted local businesses as well as Mount Sinai
One affected establishment, the Irish Pub, faced lenges during the weekend after the break, which occurred on a Friday. Owner Shawn Sabel told the Herald that he es, such as McBreen’s Beverage in Lynbrook, for ice and bottled soda for the weekend, and he called on Liberty to reimburse him for $1,000 in expenses. In a recent interview, Sabel said he was never reimbursed, but added that the business was
Celebrating Grand Baldwin
Festival
Dozens of students attended the Grand Baldwin Festival. Additional photos, Story, Page 10.
Educating the community about Diwali
Subrina Singh to make presentation at Baldwin library
By HERNESTO GALDAMEZ hgaldamez@liherald.com
Subrina Singh, of Baldwin, is eager to spread the word about the Hindu holiday of Diwali, and will get the opportunity when she makes a presentation at the Baldwin Public Library on Oct. 19.
Singh, who is Indian, will host the inaugural program, titled “Let’s Learn About Diwali,” at the library, 2385 Grand Ave., at 3 p.m. Diwali, also known as the Festival of Lights, is one of the most important Hindu festivals, celebrated by millions around the world. The holiday symbolizes the victory of light over darkness and good over evil. The festival, which
usually falls in October or November, can last up to five days and includes rituals, prayers and vibrant celebrations. This year it will begin on Oct. 28 and conclude on Nov. 2.
Singh said her favorite holiday memory was between 2002 and 2003 when she lit her first match to mark the occasion, as a preteen.
“I tend to be an anxious person,” she said. “At 12 and 13 years old, you’re almost unsure about everything, and on that Diwali year, I lit my first match, and I lit my own diya. I thought that was very special.”
Diyas are tiny oil lamps made from clay, which represent the victory of light over darkness and are placed around homes, temples and
Water main breaks again in Baldwin
By HERNESTO GALDAMEZ hgaldamez@liherald.com
Baldwin residents are dealing with the repercussions of a second water main break in four months, which occurred last week.
The latest incident occurred on Sept. 30, at around 1 a.m., and left more than 100 homes on Winona Road, near Anderson Street, without water throughout the day and into the night, according to Liberty Water.
The break follows one on June 7 on the same road, which caused widespread disruption of water service in Baldwin, Island Park, Oceanside, Roosevelt and South Hempstead.
Treimburse customers for their losses while spotlighting the broader issue of aging infrastructure. After last week’s break, Mulé renewed her demand that the county and Liberty Water invest in that infrastructure in a news release.
“This water main break is yet another clarion call for Nassau County to take decisive action to secure and repair our aging infrastructure,” she stated.
his water main break is yet another clarion call for Nassau County to take decisive action to secure and repair our aging infrastructure.
“Liberty crews were dispatched immediately, and were able to isolate the leak,” Noelle Mashburn, a spokesperson for Liberty Water, said in a statement to the Herald, adding that “115 customers were affected. We distributed bottled water to customers who needed it and had all customers back on the same day.”
DEBRA MULÉ County legislator
A week after the water main break in June, Nassau County Legislator Debra Mulé, accompanied by community members and local business owners, called on Liberty Water to
After the June incident, over 30,000 Liberty Water customers were issued a boilwater order, which impacted local businesses as well as Mount Sinai South Nassau Hospital.
One affected establishment, the Irish Pub, faced significant challenges during the weekend after the break, which occurred on a Friday. Owner Shawn Sabel told the Herald that he had to rely on nearby businesses, such as McBreen’s Beverage in Lynbrook, for ice and bottled soda for the weekend, and he called on Liberty to reimburse him for $1,000 in expenses. In a recent interview, Sabel said he was never reimbursed, but added that the business was CONTINUED ON PAGE 4
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School Athletic Association (NYSPHSAA) championship among numerous honors.
Borzor later earned a track scholarship to the University of Cincinnati, where he became an All-American and set the school’s records in the 100- and 200meter events, both indoors and outdoors. After completing his undergraduate studies, he pursued a master’s degree in gerontology while competing for the University of South Carolina.
Currently holding the national 100meter track record for Haiti, Borzor trained for the Olympics under former Olympian Nadine Faustin-Parker and is now preparing for the World Athletics Championship in Tokyo next year.
Curing a rare heart disorder with a short life expectancy.
Performing a life-changing brain surgery without a single incision.
Helping a new mom give birth—and receive a new liver.
At Northwell’s North Shore University Hospital, the nation’s most brilliant minds come here to conquer health care’s greatest challenges. So that whatever comes through our doors: challenge accepted.
North Shore University Hospital
— Hernesto Galdamez
Courtesy Peter M. Budraitis
North Baldwin’s Christopher Borzor was recognized by Nassau County Legislators on Sept. 23 for competing for Haiti in this year’s Paris Olympics.
Taking steps for Alzheimer’s awareness
By JORDAN VALLONE jvallone@liherald.com
Community members in Nassau County laced up their walking shoes last weekend to join the Alzheimer’s Foundation of America for its annual Alzheimer’s Walk in the Park, held on Saturday, Sept. 28, from 9 a.m. to noon in Eisenhower Park. The event, filled with community spirit, saw New York baseball icon Dwight Gooden participating in the opening ceremonies, signing autographs, and taking photos with walkers.
The walk, held at Field 6 of Eisenhower Park, was a free event open to all, with participants encouraged to raise funds either individually or as part of a team. Funds raised through the walk will support AFA’s programs and services for families affected by Alzheimer’s disease and contribute to research for better treatments and a cure.
Gooden, a former Cy Young Award winner and World Series champion with the Mets and Yankees, served as the event’s honorary Alzheimer’s Ambassador.
“When I was invited to be an ambassador for this walk, I immediately said yes because I know about the impact that Alzheimer’s disease has on many families,” he said. “I’m grateful to have helped raise awareness and support families impacted by this disease.”
Participants who raised at least $100 had the opportunity to meet Gooden and receive an autographed baseball. Those who raised $250 or more enjoyed a professional photo opportunity with the baseball legend.
Sponsorship opportunities were also available for businesses and individuals who wanted to support the cause, contributing to the overall success of the event.
Alzheimer’s disease continues to be a pressing public health issue, with over 6.9 million Americans currently living with the disease — a number expected
Walkers who raised a certain amount of money not only had a chance to meet Dwight Gooden, but they also received a signed baseball. Gooden met with Noah Capobiano, and his dad, Michael, from Mineola.
to more than double by 2060. In New York alone, approximately 410,000 residents, including an estimated 60,000 Long Islanders, are affected.
The funds raised from the walk will make a tremendous difference for families affected by Alzheimer’s and related dementias.
“The funds and awareness raised will make a tremendous difference for families affected by Alzheimer’s disease and other dementia-related illnesses in their time of need,” Chuck Fuschillo, the foundation’s president and chief executive, said. “We are grateful to Dwight Gooden for serving as our honorary Alzheimer’s Ambassador for the event and invite everyone to help us strikeout Alzheimer’s.” Alzheimer’s.”
Walkers came from near and far to take part in the event. Mary Colletti, of the Alzheimer’s Foundation, from Mount Vernon, and Anna Mallozzi of Floral Park.
The Feiner family met Dwight Gooden.
Brittany Krilov/Herald photos
Retired baseball player Dwight Gooden, a former Cy Young Award winner and World Series champion with the Mets and Yankees, served as an honorary ambassador for this year’s walk. Dwight Gooden, with David German and Chuck Fuschillo, the chief executive of the Alzheimer’s Foundation of America.
East Meadow walkers Washma Ali and Liana Jainarine at Saturday’s event.
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Honoring Long Island’s best in health care
By Melissa Berman
Health care professionals traded their scrubs and lab coats for suits and cocktail dresses at the third annual Herald Excellence in Healthcare Awards at the Heritage Club, in Bethpage, on Sept. 18, which honored the best in their field.
The event, organized by the RichnerLIVE team at the Long Island Herald, drew more than 300 attendees, and recognized more than 10 health care professions.
“Tonight is not only a celebration of achievement, but also a sincere expression of gratitude to those who tirelessly safeguard the health and well being of our community,” Amy Amato, Richner Communications’ executive director of corporate relations and events, said. “Your dedication, resilience and passion are truly inspiring.”
Awards were presented to 46 health professionals, including three special honors: Distinguished Visionary, Organization of Excellence and Excellence in Nursing Advocacy.
“From dedicated doctors and nurses to visionary hospital executives and inspiring educators, these honorees are the backbone of our communities’ health,” Stuart Richner, chief executive of Richner Communications, said.
Michelle Ballan, of the Stony Brook University Health Sciences Center, who received an Excellence in Healthcare award, expressed her gratitude for being recognized for her hard work.
“It’s a tremendous honor to be here and to be celebrated, because I’m just a liaison for individuals with disabilities to eradicate and minimize the health care disparities that exist in different settings,” Ballan said. “To be honored for the health care award, it’s really just an extension of the work that my team does for individuals with disabilities, who are the true experts.”
Having worked in the home care field for 20 years, Joseph Verdirame, CEO of Alliance Homecare/TrustHouse, has learned that there are no shortcuts, and you need to provide exceptional care for the patient, he said.
“We’ve spent a lot of time building and developing our business model to really enhance the way home care is provided in the industry,” Verdirame, who also won the Excellence in Healthcare award, said. “We’re very proud of what we’ve accomplished today for all the work we’ve put in.”
According to Luis Fandos, of Alluring Age: Anti-Aging and Wellness Center, who won an Excellence in Healthcare award, it was a dream come true to be honored, and he finally feels that all the effort, sweat and tears he put into his work has come to fruition.
“When you have other people recognize what you do, and appreciate that, it’s priceless,” Fandos said.
The keynote speaker was Stanley M. Bergman, chairman of the board and chief executive officer of Henry Schein and the winner of the Distinguished Visionary Award. “Health care is local, and it is critical that we maintain an outstanding quality of health care system here on Long Island,” Bergman said, and
told the crowd, “Thank you for what you do, being amongst the nation’s best health care systems.”
The major sponsors of the awards included Alliance Homecare, Henry Schein, Nassau University Medical Center, the New York State Nurses Association, Northwell Orthopedics, Stony Brook Medicine, The Aspen Group and Trusthouse.
Muriel Donnelly, VP of PR at Parker Jewish Institute for Health Care and Rehabilitation, with Stuart Richner of Richner Communications.
Honoree Jennifer Lazzaro, of Hearing and Brain Centers of America, Long Island.
Honoree Denis Nankervis, of Peconic Bay Medical Center Northwell Health.
Honoree Dr. Howard Goodman, the Long Island Weight Loss Doctor, with Jessica Kleiman of the Long Island Herald.
Jason Thomas/Herald photos
Honoree Michelle Ballan, of Stony Brook University Health Sciences Center, with her family and friends.
Jason Thomas/Herald photos
Honoree John McGuigan, of AHRC Suffolk, right, with Stuart Richner.
Honoree Dr. Brian Mayrsohn, of Maywell Health.
Dr. Jill Kaman, of the Donald and Barbara Zucker School of Medicine at Hofstra/Northwell.
Keynote and Distinguished Visionary recipient Stanley Bergman, of Henry Schein.
Honorees Roxanne Carfora, of AgelessMD, and Dr. Luis Fandos, of Alluring Age: Anti-Aging and Wellness Center.
Honorees from Aspen Dental, Lina Patino, DDS, and Roumiana Tzvetkova, DMD.
Honoree Megan C. Ryan, of Nassau University Medical Center.
Honoree Catherine Canadeo, center, of Catherine Canadeo Health & Wellness Corp.
Holden Leeds/Herald photos
Dr. Todd J. Cohen, of New York Institute of Technology College of Osteopathic Medicine.
Melissa Schachter, of the Speech Language Place.
Bynoe aims to use her experience in Albany
By HERNESTO GALDAMEZ hgaldamez@liherald.com
When Nassau County Legislator Siela Bynoe announced her campaign for the seat in the 6th State Senate District last December, she highlighted her decades of work in Mineola and emphasized that there is still more work to be done across the state.
During her visit to the Herald for a Roundtable session, Bynoe, 56, reflected on her time as a public servant — a path inspired by her parents, who were dedicated to serving their community.
“I believe that my parents, the way they raised my sister and I, it was to really do hard work,” she said. “They were public servants themselves, and they taught us the value of always making sure you work to make wherever you live or work a better place.”
Before becoming the legislator for District 2, Bynoe built a foundation in public service as commissioner of the North Hempstead Housing Authority, to which she was appointed by the North Hempstead Town Council in 2008. The Westbury native was elected to the Westbury Board of Education in 2010, where she served two terms and focused on educational policies. In 2014, she was elected to the County Legislature in a special election.
Despite being in the minority in Mineola, Bynoe said that many of the things she has accomplished — including the passage of the Ground Water and Public Supply Facts Report Law and implementation of police body cameras — could be advanced to the state agenda if she were elected to the Senate.
Hernesto Galdamez/Herald Nassau County Legislator Siela Bynoe is running for State Senate in the 6th District. With many years of public service, she wants to be a voice for all Long Islanders.
ly for folks who we want to ensure have access to health care; they could be right on the campus.”
On the topic of mental and behavioral health, Bynoe is a strong advocate of increasing access to mental health resources, a pressing issue in today’s society. In Mineola, she successfully passed legislation to conduct a study and recommend alternative police responses to calls about mental health crises.
Earlier this year, Baldwin Middle School unveiled an in-house wellness center on its campus. Asked if she would push for more in-house facilities at schools, Bynoe said that she would, in a thoughtful way.
“We should go to those community organizations, including schools, that can host those types of facilities on their campuses and have folks that are already doing the work, fund them, and go in and talk to the young people,” she said.
With years of experience in the legislature, Bynoe aims to be the voice for Long Island residents in Albany if she is elected, addressing their concerns and striving for balance.
“We need to turn the corner — it’s a public-benefit hospital that provides Trauma One care, and we have tons of people within the Senate district that rely on that hospital,” Bynoe said. “There are opportunities there for senior housing, workforce housing, especial-
Her top priority in Albany would be to preserve public benefits and resources like Nassau University Medical Center, which was on the brink of a financial collapse earlier this year. Another priority is the need for housing, particularly the potential for residential development on the NUMC campus.
“Making sure that we have a voice — a strong voice in the Senate that really has a pulse on the issues and the concerns of Long Islanders,” she said. “I also want to go to Albany to bring some balance and make sure that, despite the fact that we have fewer members, we are equally as important, and our issues need to be addressed.”
Montefinise targets rising crime, economy
By HERNESTO GALDAMEZ hgaldamez@liherald.com
The 6th State Senate District hasn’t had a Republican representative since 2018 — when then Sen. Kemp Hannon had occupied the seat for 29 years — but Thomas Montefinise aims to change that in November.
Montefinise, an Oceanside native, graduated from Oceanside High School, and then went to Nassau Community College before transferring to Hofstra University, where he earned a degree in history. He went on to finish a law degree at CUNY School of Law.
He has had a diverse career, with jobs ranging from repairing commercial kitchen equipment at a friend’s business to managing municipal contracts and real estate matters at the Nassau County attorney’s office. He has also practiced matrimonial, family and criminal law.
One of the key issues Montefinise is campaigning on is the rising crime that he says is affecting his neighborhood and communities across Long Island. He is particularly critical of the state’s bail reform law, which allows those charged with misdemeanors and nonviolent felonies to be released while awaiting their court dates.
“There’s a lot of crazy stuff that I see going on,” Montefinise said at a recent Herald Roundtable. “Bail reform, cashless bail — I mean, I represented criminal defendants, and everybody deserves to have their stories heard. (But) there’s a process. Everybody deserves a day in court, but you also need to give the tools to the prosecutors and police to be able to get their job done, because if people start feeling like they can’t call the police to help them, and feel like they can’t rely on the prosecutor to protect them, the system falls apart.”
Also on next month’s ballot is a proposed amendment to the state Constitution that would ban discrimination based on many types of discrimination, including age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, and gender expression.
Montefinise said he read through the proposition once, and based his understanding on his law school education.
“I do think that there are legitimate reasons, sometimes, to make a categorization based on sex and gender,” he said. “This is based on the way I’ve been reading it, and kind of where I think they’re heading. They’re trying to elevate that to strict scrutiny, (and) strict scrutiny means no classification can ever be made.”
Montefinise said he was also concerned about the state of middle-class people living on Long Island, and described them as being “squeezed out.”
“I think one of the major things that we need to look at is making sure that we don’t increase spending and we reallocate spending,” he said. “We need to look at where the dead weight is. Where are we throwing money?”
He used the ongoing influx of migrants as an example.
“We need to raise and be able to lift up wages, and be able to incentivize programs,” Montefinise said. “That’s really what we need to do. We have to reallocate money. I think what we’re doing is we’re cutting money, and we’re spending it in all the wrong places.”
Engaging with constituents is essential for anyone running for public office, and Montefinise noted that he has been actively listening to district residents who share their concerns and needs, a process that has been new territory for him.
Hernesto Galdamez/Herald Thomas Montefinise is running on the Republican ticket for the seat in the 6th State Senate District, currently held by Democrat Kevin Thomas, who is not seeking re-election after serving since 2019.
“I’ve met a lot of people,” he said. “I’ve never done something like this before, but I’ve been hearing about the economy, prices of goods, inflation, and safety. It’s been an awesome experience.”
Event to educate Baldwin on Hindu festival
outdoor spaces.
Singh said she has witnessed the Baldwin community become more diverse over the past three decades.
In 1996, she moved to the hamlet at the age of 6 and graduated from Baldwin High School in 2008.
It is really nice to see this holiday in particular, which is our biggest holiday, come to light just in our world.
SUBRINA SINGH
Baldwin resident
As an undergraduate student at Stony Brook University, she studied for her bachelor’s degree in Asian and Asian-American studies with a minor in South Asian religion philosophy.
Her lifelong connection to the area offers a unique perspective on how it has changed since her childhood.
“When I was growing up, our town wasn’t very diverse, so I didn’t realize at the time that I didn’t feel represented,” she said.
Over time, she has seen Baldwin diversify and progress in ways she never experienced as a child.
“It made me realize that it might be
Courtesy Subrina
Subrina Singh, of Baldwin, will host a program, called “Let’s Learn About Diwali,” at the Baldwin Public Library on Oct. 19, informing the community about the holiday.
time to start different initiatives within our town,” Singh, who serves on the Baldwin Middle School PTA, said.
“That exposes children to other cultures, creating a sense of awareness and acceptance.”
Public Library will play host to a cultural and educational presentation on Diwali,the Hindu ‘festival of lights’ celebrating the victory of light over darkness.
Singh said she appreciates many big chain stores, such as Target and Home Goods, showcasing items that represent the holiday of Diwali.
“It is really nice to see this holiday in particular, which is our biggest holiday, come to light just in our world,” she said. “I walk into Home Goods, and there is a huge section for the holiday.”
For the library presentation, Singh has in store a special itinerary, including reading stories about the history of the holiday, participating in crafts, and serving Indian snacks.
“I’m hoping this would be the first of maybe many programs that we see to roll out,” she said.
Baldwin
Singh
BALDWIN HERALD — October 10, 2024
Grand Baldwin Festival celebrates community
The Grand Baldwin Festival made its much-anticipated return on Oct. 5, welcoming community members from Baldwin and the surrounding area.
First launched in 2019 by the Community Coalition of Baldwin, a branch of the Baldwin Council Against Drug Abuse, the festival transformed the parking lot behind the Baldwin Public
Library into a vibrant marketplace.
Attendees explored a variety of vendor booths showcasing local businesses, along with retail and culinary offerings that highlighted the best of the community.
— Hernesto Galdamez
Maureen Lennon/Herald Photos
Food trucks lined the inside of the parking lot of the Baldwin Public Library at this year’s Grand Festival, with a wide variety of foods, deserts and drinks
William Ortiz and Brunilda Alvarado had many raffles available for community members.
State Assemblyman Brian Curran, Joseph Ponte and Claudia Rotondo, director of the Baldwin Council Against Drug Abuse.
Sofia Scarlet and Givens Kaynak took the opportunity to showcase their artistic talents at the festival.
STEPPING OUT
Fl!ppin’ out at the circus
It’s all a thrill with daredevils under the Big Top
By Danielle Schwab
The Big Top has sprung up on Long Island once again for a Fl!p Circus spectacular that brings audiences up close to the action.
The circus spectacle, which wowed audiences here earlier in the spring, brings its intimate Big Top experience back, now through Oct. 15, to Hicksville’s Broadway Commons.
Fl!p Circus was started by the Vazquez family, a long line of circus performers dating back over 50 years. Its older counterpart, the Circus Vazquez, originated in Mexico City in 1969 and has since ventured to the U.S.
While Circus Vazquez has one of the largest tents in America, Fl!p Circus has one of the smallest with around 800 seats. It brings a refreshing, more intimate look at the circus experience with no seat more than 50 feet from the ring.
“It makes it very different and very unique. We wanted to create a show that appealed more to the traditional side of the circus,” says Alexa Vazquez, a fourth-generation performer.
“The seats are made for a 360-degree view, so wherever
• Now through Oct. 15
• Weekdays, 7 p.m.; Saturday, 1 and 4 p.m.; Sunday, noon, 3 p.m., 6 p.m.
• Tickets start at $50 adult, $30 children; available at flipcircus.com or can be purchased in person at box office
• Broadway Commons, 358 N. Broadway, Hicksville
you’re sitting, you’re getting the best view. You feel like a part of the performance,” she continues.
Training since she was 15, Vazquez showcases her acrobatic skills in her mesmerizing Hula Hoop gymnastics act. She weaves various hoops together simultaneously, including a giant hoop, the Cyr Wheel.
“It’s something where, if you lose concentration very quickly, it can go very wrong,” Vazquez explains.
“But at the same time it’s fun because people see a gigantic wheel, but then they see a smaller one. It’s confusing for them, but fun at the same time.”
Fl!p Circus takes traditional acts and gives them a contemporary twist with — in the grand circus tradition — an international flair. Jugglers, trapeze artists and daredevils from throughout the world — including Brazil, India, Chile, Ukraine, the Czech Republic, Mexico, and the U.S. — live and travel together from location to location.
That global flavor is led by Brazil’s favorite clown, Bubi Guiner, who brings his classic comedic routines and side-splitting antics to the U.S. for the first time. He may even invite you on stage as part of the show.
From India, watch as Hasan Ansari thrills audiences with his flexibility, performing body-bending maneuvers on a wooden pole, leaving you wondering how a human body can do that. Ukraine’s Anastasia & Misha present a stunningly synchronized and poetic presentation of dance and acrobatics. Also Pavel Valla Bertini, a fifth-generation performer from the Czech Republic, keeps everyone on the edge of their seats
with his unparalleled one, three and even 15-wheeled unicycle skills.
Others delight audiences with their fast-paced juggling skills, energetic roller skating feats, graceful dancing and acrobatics.
There’s always something new to enjoy, no matter how many times you go, according to Vasquez.
“Every year that it comes to town, you’re going to see a different show,” she says.
Every act brings a different culture to the stage. Each is accompanied by a special musical score, played by the Fl!p Circus Band. The versatile soundtrack ranges from classic instrumental to upbeat rock.
“I always like to say, with Flip to expect the unexpected,” says Vazquez. “As you walk into the stands — (with) the music, the lights, and the way the atmosphere is set — you’re inside a different world, and it’s something that you have to experience yourself.”
And, of course, there’s an assortment of tasty circus treats to munch on from the concession stand.
Capturing over 200 years of circus tradition into high-energy show, Fl!p Circus invites everyone to immerse themselves in the experience.
“We just want the audience to enjoy the show, and we want them to be transformed into what we’re doing,” says Vasquez. “We want the audience, when they come in, to feel welcome, to feel like they’re a part of the family.”
Tom Colicchio on ‘why he cooks’
Get an unprecedented insights into the life of one of America’s top chefs when Tom Colicchio brings his “Why I Cook” book tour to the Paramount stage. Part memoir-part cookbook, Colicchio’s newest book shares an exclusive look inside the mind and kitchen of the beloved multiple-Awardwinning chef, restaurateur, and television personality. Colicchio cooked his first recipe at 13-yearsold — a stuffed eggplant from an issue of Cuisine magazine that he picked up out of boredom — and it changed his life. Through 10 memoir chapters and 60 recipes, “Why I Cook” shares Colicchio’s personal reflections of more than 40 years behind the stove. From pre-dawn fishing excursions with his grandfather to running the flat-top at the snack shack of the local swim club, to finding his way as a young chef in New York City, into Tom’s life yet.
Saturday, Oct. 12, 2 p.m.$95, $65, $54, $35. The Paramount, 370 New York Ave., Huntington. Tickets available at ticketmaster.com or paramountny.com.
Anthony Pascal and Anthony Rapp
Get ready to be swept away with Adam Pascal and Anthony Rapp, the original stars of “Rent.” Their enduring friendship, spanning three decades, forms the heart and soul of this duo show, promising an evening filled with music, anecdotes and laughter. Pascal and Rapp’s friendship and history create an unforgettable evening of music, stories and fun. Expect songs from highlights throughout their careers, music that has influenced their lives, and of course some of the iconic hits from where it all began — meeting on the stage of “Rent.” Jonathan Larson’s iconic show, remains an international phenomenon, contuing a trajectory that began with it’s Off-Broadway opening all those years ago.
Thursday, Oct. 17, 7:30 p.m. $69, $64, $54. Jeanne Rimsky Theater at Landmark on Main Street, 232 Main St., Port Washington. Visit landmarkonmainstreet.org for tickets and information, or call (516) 7676444.
Photos courtesy Fl!p Circus Modern yet vintage describes the Fl!p Circus experience.
THE Your Neighborhood
Steve Martin and Martin Short
Icons, collaborators and dos amigos Steve Martin and Martin Short have a relationship that’s evolved in unexpected ways since their SNL days. Their comic prowess has surely reached new heights since their involvement in Hulu’s smash hit “Only Murders in the Building.” The pair takes another comic turn as special guest performers at Tilles Center’s 2024 Gala, Saturday, oct. 19, 8:30 p.m. These two funnyman display their impeccable talents as “The Dukes of Funnytown!” — a show that redefines the form in unexpected and profound ways, from two of the most influential and acclaimed talents of the past century. Their humor is often subversive, but it is always a joyous self-deprecating romp from two comedy masters driven to make each other laugh as much as the audience. The jokes come at you at a rapid-fire pace with little set-up and big punch lines as they mock Hollywood and the fickle nature of celebrity, but the comedy truly soars when they lovingly (and relentlessly) roast each other. Martin and Short’s chemistry and timing on stage reflects a friendship forged over three decades which developed when they met for the first time on the set of the 1986 film “Three Amigos.” These two titans of comedy have been touring together since 2015, when they launched their first live show entitled “A Very Stupid Conversation.” Tickets start at $70. LIU Post campus, 720 Northern Boulevard, Brookville. Tickets available at TillesCenter.org or (516) 299-3100.
‘The Birthday Party’
Looking for something to do this Halloween season that isn’t just for kids? Visit Sands Point Preserve for an exclusive, immersive theatrical production, “The Birthday Party,” held in a secluded, opulent mansion, Saturday, oct. 12, 7-8:30 p.m. and 9-10:30 p.m.; also oct. 18-19, oct. 25, oct. 31, and Nov. 1. For those who attended Archie’s last “Birthday Party,” rest assured, there are new surprises in store.
Guests are blindfolded and escorted to a secret location on the proprerty, Villa Vanitas, to celebrate the enigmatic Lord Archibald Axel Von Finkelshorn Chatterton’s 30th birthday. He is a witless charmer on the cusp of a life-changing revelation, and everyone’s invited to witness his journey on a night that promises to be unforgettable and delightfully unpredictable. Cocktail attire preferred. $175 per person. Sands Point Preserve, 127 Middle Neck Road. For information, visit SandsPointPreserveConservancy. org or call (516) 571-7901.
Adelphi’s Best of Broadway: Decades Jump into the dazzling world of Broadway as Adelphi’s talented students bring to life the magic of shows that opened 10, 20, 30 or more years ago, Sunday, oct. 20, 4 p.m. Enjoy modern and classic Broadway hits from shows like “Suffs” (2024); “Beautiful: The Carole King Musical” (2014); “Sunday in the Park with George” (1984) and “Anything Goes” (1934). Adelphi University Performing Arts Center, 1 South Ave., Garden City. (516) 877-4000 or Adelphi. edu/pac.
Welcome ‘Teentober’
Throughout October, teens are invited to “Teentober” at Baldwin Public Library, to explore their artistic talents. Grab a tote bag and some markers in the Teen Zone to design a unique bag that will be handed out to library patrons. Earn one hour of community service for your creative efforts. 2385 Grand Ave. Visit Baldwinpl.org for more information.
Spooky Fest is back
A Halloween experience not to be missed, Spooky Fest is an outdoor adventure perfect for families, whether you want to be scared — or prefer seasonal fun of the non-scary kind. Join in the fun at the Center for Science, Teaching and Learning, every Friday, Saturday and Sunday throughout October. Along the way in the updated and beautifully lit up Enchanted Walk you will see dinosaurs, aliens and friendly witches, costumed characters and more, including the Mystical Garden. Get your fortune told, make a craft and dance with the Halloween DJ, along with face painting and the Amazing Glow tent. For those who want to get scared, venture into the Haunted Woods, where zombies and dinosaurs hang out.. Admission starts at $22. 1450 Tanglewood Road, Rockville Centre. Visit CSTL. org for call (516) 764-0045 for more information.
Dance Baldwin Salsa and Bachata
Join the Salsa and Bachata workshops as part of the Dance Baldwin series at the library this fall. Led by Johanna Warner of Salsa Sensation, these workshops will teach you the fundamentals of both dance styles. Registration is available in person at the Adult Reference Desk or by calling (516) 223-6228, Ext. 145. 2385 Grand Ave. Visit Baldwinpl. org for more information.
Assembly District 21 Run for Heroes
Lace up for a great cause at the Run for Heroes 5K Run/ Walk hosted by New York State Assembly District 21, Saturday, Oct. 19, 9 a.m. Every step supports our local Veterans’ posts. Get ready to run or walk, rain or shine, with day-of registration starting at 8 a.m. All in-person participants who pre-register will receive a special commemorative t-shirt. Baldwin Harbor Park, 3232 Grand Ave. To register, visit Events.Elitefeats. com/24runforheroes.
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Art explorations
Converse, collaborate and create at Family Saturdays at Nassau County Museum of Art. The drop-in program returns for a new season, Saturday, Oct. 12, noon-3 p.m. Get inspired by the art and objects in the galleries and then join educators at the Manes Center to explore and discover different materials to create your own original artwork. Kids and their adult partners connect while talking about and making art together. A new project is featured every week. $20 adult, $10 child. Registration required. Nassau County Museum of Art, 1 Museum Dr., Roslyn Harbor. Visit NassauMuseum.org for more information and to register or call (516) 484-9337.
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On exhibit
Nassau County Museum of Art ‘s latest exhibition
“Seeing Red: Renoir to Warhol,” reveals the many meanings, connotations, and associations of this powerful color in art. Evoking strong emotion, red can represent the human condition. Its myriad variations have come to signify authority as well as love, energy and beauty. Red warns us of peril and commands us to stop, but it can also indicate purity and good fortune. Red boldly represents political movements and religious identities. From the advent of our appreciation for this color in antiquity to its continued prominence in artistic and popular culture, this exhibition spans various world cultures through a range of media.
It features more than 70 artists, both established and emerging, ranging from the classical to the contemporary. American portraitists such as Gilbert Stuart imbued red in their stately paintings of prominent individuals to conjure authority. Robert Motherwell, Ad Reinhardt, and other major abstract painters displayed a deep fascination with red in their commanding compositions that evoke a sense of chromatic power. And, of course, Andy Warhol is known for his bold and imposing silkscreened portrait of Vladimir Lenin saturated in bright red to his signature Campbell’s Soup Cans. On view through Jan. 5. Nassau County Museum of Art, 1 Museum Dr., Roslyn Harbor. (516) 484-9337 or NassauMuseum.org.
Tribute concert
Plaza Theatricals’ tribute series continues, Sunday, Oct 20, 2:30 p.m., with Shades of Grey. From his best-remembered role as the iconic Master of Ceremonies in “Cabaret,”both on Broadway and in the film version, to his more recent portrayal as the Wizard of Oz in “Wicked,” Joel Grey continues to entertain audiences of all ages. And now, continuing his own tradition of creating unique and memorable performances, Bob Spiotto takes to the boards once again, in both story and song, to educate and entertain, as he pays tribute to this legendary performer. See the concert at 700 Hempstead Tpke., Elmont. $40, $35 seniors. Elmont. For tickets, call (516) 599-6870 or visit PlazaTheatrical.com.
Pumpkin patch fundraiser
First Church Baldwin United Methodist continues its annual fundraiser by offering a pumpkin patch for the community, now until Thursday, Oct. 31, 11 a.m.-7 p.m. Pick your own pumpkins, decorative gourds, potted mums, and more. 881 Merrick Road.
NASSIR EDWARDS
Elmont Senior Football
A MAJOR PART of Elmont’s run to the Nassau and Long Island boys’ basketball championships last winter, Edwards is also one of the county’s top football wide receivers. Although he didn’t have a catch Sept. 28 in a driving rainstorm against Lynbrook, he did more than his share of damage on the defensive side of the ball. Edwards had a 40-yard fumble recovery for a touchdown and a 70-yard interception return for a score to lead an 18-7 victory.
GAMES TO WATCH
Thursday, Oct. 10
Football: V.S. North at Floral Park 2 p.m.
Football: MacArthur at
Football: Plainedge at Wantagh 3 p.m.
Football: Kennedy at Lynbrook 4:30 p.m.
Football: New Hyde Park at Long Beach 4:30 p.m.
Football: Roosevelt at Baldwin 4:30 p.m.
Football: Malverne at Lawrence 4:30 p.m.
Football: East Meadow at Hempstead 4:30 p.m.
Boys Soccer: Hicksville at Freeport 5 p.m.
Boys Soccer: Lawrence at Plainedge 5 p.m.
Boys Soccer: Syosset at Uniondale 5 p.m.
Girls Soccer: Oceanside at MacArthur 5 p.m.
Girls Soccer: Malv/East Rockaway at Lynbrook 5:30 p.m.
Football: Elmont at Manhasset 6:30 p.m.
Football: Herricks at V.S. Central 6:45 p.m.
Girls Soccer: Seaford at Plainedge 6:45 p.m.
Girls Volleyball: Wantagh at Long Beach 6:45 p.m.
Girls Volleyball: Mepham at Lynbrook 6:45 p.m.
Girls Volleyball: Mineola at South Side 6:45 p.m.
Boys Volleyball: Calhoun at Roslyn 6:45 p.m.
Girls Volleyball: Plainedge at MacArthur 6:45 p.m.
Football: East Rockaway at Island Trees 7 p.m.
Nominate a “Spotlight Athlete”
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Baldwin (7-2) targets playoff spot
By MICHELLE RABINOVICH sports@liherald.com
Currently 7-2 on the season, Baldwin girls’ volleyball coach Tuan Nguyen still sees room for improvement for the Bruins.
“We’re doing good so far,” he said. “We keep progressing, we keep getting better every single game.”
After losing their season opener in a five-set battle, the Bruins went on a three-game win streak, halted by Sewanhaka not even two weeks after the season started. At this point, Nguyen and Co. knew it was time for a change.
“First game of the season, you’re still trying to figure out what position is best for each player,” he explained. “We’re still figuring out along the way what rotation we should employ for [each] match.”
After having graduated seniors as majority of Baldwin’s front row players, it’s the most fluctuating part of the roster. The setter, junior Mia Randazzo, paired with junior outside hitters Sabrah Folkes and Kennedy Thompson are, literally, at the front of the action.
In their most recent match, a five-set win over Jericho, Folkes lead the offense with nine kills and six service aces.
“It’s still a learning process because they haven’t gotten used to the setter yet,” Nguyen explained, adding that while the setter is experienced, the hitters next to her are juniors who still have to adjust slightly.
Better yet, with the Bruins just halfway through the season, Nguyen knows they are incredibly capable.
“I would love to see more from them,” he explained. “They’re still learning right now. They haven’t gotten the timing of the hitting. They have the power, they have the ability to do that, but right now we’re still working on the timing.”
The back line is anchored by senior libero Blaine Harding, with freshman Shelly Rivera, and sophomore Summer Hamilton and Casey “CJ” Keryc sharing the defensive load.
“[Shelly] is going pretty good, she’s
got good skill,” Nguyen pointedly mentioned. “She’s pretty good at passing the ball, got good basic skills for this level.”
In that same Jericho match, Rivera had eight service aces and 18 digs to help her team get the win.
Without missing a beat, Nguyen knows exactly what he wants to see more of from his back line to help push the team more to winning-streak days by stressing defensive fundamentals.
“We pretty much focus on the basics,” Nguyen said for the entire team, both offense and defense. “We focus a lot more on serving and receiv-
ing the ball, that’s the two most important skills. Hitting is going to take time, probably the whole season, to develop that timing, but once we have that, we should be good.”
After last week, the Bruins showed their own coaching staff the sky’s the limit.
“Hopefully we try to make the playoffs,” Nguyen said. “That’s our goal, make the top 3 for the playoffs in our conference, that’s our goal for the season. The girls are aware of that, I’ve spoken to them about that, they know what we have to do to get that done.”
Sue Grieco/Herald
Gabrielle Vanterpool and the Bruins won seven of their first nine matches and are aiming for a spot in the playoffs.
Public Notices
LEGAL NOTICE
SUPREME COURT OF THE STATE OF NEW YORK
INDEX NO. 611718/2020 COUNTY OF NASSAU
MCLP ASSET COMPANY, INC., Plaintiff, vs. NICOLE RASHIDI; RAHSAAN RASHIDI, AS HEIR AND DISTRIBUTEE TO THE ESTATE OF LYDIA TERRY; MICHAEL BUTT, AS HEIR AND DISTRIBUTEE TO THE ESTATE OF LYDIA TERRY, if living, and if she/he be dead, any and all persons unknown to plaintiff, claiming, or who may claim to have an interest in, or general or specific lien upon the real property described in this action; such unknown persons being herein generally described and intended to be included in the following designation, namely: the wife, widow, husband, widower, heirs at law, next of kin, descendants, executors, administrators, devisees, legatees, creditors, trustees, committees, lienors, and assignees of such deceased, any and all persons deriving interest in or lien upon, or title to said real property by, through or under them, or either of them, and their respective wives, widows, husbands, widowers, heirs at law, next of kin, descendants, executors, administrators, devisees, legatees, creditors, trustees, committees, lienors and assigns, all of whom and whose names, except as stated, are unknown to plaintiff; SHELDON RASHIDI, AS HEIR AND DISTRIBUTEE TO THE ESTATE OF LYDIA TERRY, if living, and if she/he be dead, any and all persons unknown to plaintiff, claiming, or who may claim to have an interest in, or general or specific lien upon the real property described in this action; such unknown persons being herein generally described and intended to be included in the following designation, namely: the wife, widow, husband, widower, heirs at law, next of kin, descendants, executors, administrators, devisees, legatees, creditors, trustees, committees, lienors, and assignees of such deceased, any and all persons deriving interest in or lien upon, or title to said real property by, through or under them, or either of them, and their respective wives, widows, husbands, widowers, heirs at law, next of kin, descendants, executors, administrators, devisees, legatees, creditors, trustees, committees, lienors and assigns, all of whom and whose names, except as stated, are unknown to plaintiff; UNKNOWN HEIRS AND DISTRIBUTEES
TO THE ESTATE OF LYDIA TERRY, any and all persons unknown to
plaintiff, claiming, or who may claim to have an interest in, or general or specific lien upon the real property described in this action; such unknown persons being herein generally described and intended to be included in the following designation, namely: the wife, widow, husband, widower, heirs at law, next of kin, descendants, executors, administrators, devisees, legatees, creditors, trustees, committees, lienors, and assignees of such deceased, any and all persons deriving interest in or lien upon, or title to said real property by, through or under them, or either of them, and their respective wives, widows, husbands, widowers, heirs at law, next of kin, descendants, executors, administrators, devisees, legatees, creditors, trustees, committees, lienors and assigns, all of whom and whose names, except as stated, are unknown to plaintiff; PEOPLE OF THE STATE OF NEW YORK; NEW YORK STATE DEPARTMENT OF TAXATION AND FINANCE; UNITED STATES OF AMERICA, “JOHN DOE #1” through “JOHN DOE #12,” the last twelve names being fictitious and unknown to plaintiff, the persons or parties intended being the tenants, occupants, persons or corporations, if any, having or claiming an interest in or lien upon the premises, described in the complaint, Defendants. Plaintiff designates NASSAU as the place of trial situs of the real property
SUPPLEMENTAL SUMMONS
Mortgaged Premises: 566 STOWE AVENUE, NORTH BALDWIN, NY 11510
Section: 36, Block: 402, Lot: 453 & 454
To the above named Defendants YOU ARE HEREBY SUMMONED to answer the Complaint in the above entitled action and to serve a copy of your Answer on the plaintiff’s attorney within twenty (20) days of the service of this Summons, exclusive of the day of service, or within thirty (30) days after service of the same is complete where service is made in any manner other than by personal delivery within the State. The United States of America, if designated as a defendant in this action, may answer or appear within sixty (60) days of service. Your failure to appear or to answer will result in a judgment against you by default for the relief demanded in the Complaint. In the event that a deficiency balance remains from the sale proceeds, a judgment may be entered against you.
NOTICE OF NATURE OF
ACTION AND RELIEF
SOUGHT
THE OBJECT of the above caption action is to foreclose a Mortgage to secure the sum of $373,117.00 and interest, recorded on July 11, 2017, in Book M, Vol 42230 at Page 917, of the Public Records of NASSAU County, New York., covering premises known as 566 STOWE AVENUE, NORTH BALDWIN, NY 11510.
The relief sought in the within action is a final judgment directing the sale of the premises described above to satisfy the debt secured by the Mortgage described above.
NASSAU County is designated as the place of trial because the real property affected by this action is located in said county.
NOTICE
YOU ARE IN DANGER OF LOSING YOUR HOME
If you do not respond to this summons and complaint by serving a copy of the answer on the attorney for the mortgage company who filed this foreclosure proceeding against you and filing the answer with the court, a default judgment may be entered and you can lose your home. Speak to an attorney or go to the court where your case is pending for further information on how to answer the summons and protect your property. Sending a payment to the mortgage company will not stop the foreclosure action.
YOU MUST RESPOND BY SERVING A COPY OF THE ANSWER ON THE ATTORNEY FOR THE PLAINTIFF (MORTGAGE COMPANY) AND FILING THE ANSWER WITH THE COURT.
Dated: September 9th, 2024
ROBERTSON, ANSCHUTZ, SCHNEID, CRANE & PARTNERS, PLLC Attorney for Plaintiff Crystal T. Khemraj, Esq. 900 Merchants Concourse, Suite 310 Westbury, NY 11590 516-280-7675
149267
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN pursuant to a Final Judgment of Foreclosure entered in the Office of the Clerk of the County of Nassau on February 9, 2016, wherein THE BANK OF NEW YORK MELLON FKA THE BANK OF NEW YORK, AS TRUSTEE FOR THE CERTIFICATEHOLDERS OF CWMBS, INC., CHL MORTGAGE PASSTHROUGH TRUST 2005-04, MORTGAGE PASS-THROUGH CERTIFICATES, SERIES 2005-04 is the Plaintiff and VALERIE POWELL, 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 November 12, 2024 at 2:00PM, premises known as 3386 BERTHA DRIVE, BALDWIN, NY 11510; and the following tax map identification: 54-551-54. ALL THAT CERTAIN PLOT, PIECE OR PARCEL OF LAND WITH THE BUILDINGS AND IMPROVEMENTS THEREON ERECTED, SITUATE, LYING AND BEING IN THE TOWN OF HEMPSTEAD, COUNTY OF NASSAU AND STATE OF NEW YORK Premises will be sold subject to provisions of filed Judgment Index No.: 007502/2008. Harold F. Damm, 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. 149392
LEGAL NOTICE NOTICE OF SALE SUPREME COURT COUNTY OF NASSAU, U.S. BANK TRUST
NATIONAL ASSOCIATION, NOT IN ITS INDIVIDUAL CAPACITY BUT SOLELY AS OWNER TRUSTEE FOR VRMTG ASSET TRUST, Plaintiff, vs. CARRINGTON D. BROCK
plot, piece or parcel of land, with the buildings and improvements thereon erected, situate, lying and being in the Town of Hempstead, County of Nassau and State of New York, Section 36, Block 523 and Lot 0070. Approximate amount of judgment is $400,642.32 plus interest and costs. Premises will be sold subject to provisions of filed Judgment Index #600506/2023. Cash will not be accepted.
Lisa S. Poczik, Esq., Referee Knuckles & Manfro, LLP, 120 White Plains Road, Suite 215, Tarrytown, New York 10591, Attorneys for Plaintiff 149384
LEGAL NOTICE NOTICE OF SALE SUPREME COURT COUNTY OF NASSAU, MORTGAGE ASSETS MANAGEMENT, LLC, Plaintiff, vs. BRIAN CURRAN, PUBLIC ADMINISTRATOR OF NASSAU COUNTY, AS ADMINISTRATOR OF THE ESTATE OF KAREN RULAND A/K/A KAREN A. RULAND, DECEASED, ET AL., Defendant(s). Pursuant to an Order Confirming Referee Report, Amend the Caption, and Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale duly entered on December 6, 2023, I, the undersigned Referee will sell at public auction on the front steps on the north side of the Nassau County Supreme Court, 100 Supreme Court Drive, Mineola, NY 11501 on October 22, 2024 at 2:00 p.m., premises known as 859 Jefferson Street, Baldwin, NY 11510. All that certain plot, piece or parcel of land, with the buildings and improvements thereon erected, situate, lying and being in the Town of Hempstead, County of Nassau and State of New York, Section 54, Block 536 and Lot 3082. Approximate amount of judgment is $523,970.87 plus interest and costs. Premises will be sold subject to provisions of filed Judgment Index #605221/2022.
Pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered September 20, 2006, I will sell at public auction to the highest bidder at North Side Steps of the Nassau County Supreme Court at 100 Supreme Court Drive, Mineola, NY 11501 on October 21, 2024 at 2:00 PM. Premises known as 5 Church Street, Baldwin, NY 11510. Sec 54 Block 481Lot 423. All that certain plot, piece or parcel of land, situate, lying and being at Baldwin, Town of Hempstead, County of Nassau and State of New York. Approximate Amount of Judgment is $387,480.45 plus interest, fees, and costs. Premises will be sold subject to provisions of filed Judgment Index No 007909/2005. The foreclosure sale will be conducted in accordance with 10th Judicial District’s Covid-19 Policies and foreclosure auction rules. The Referee shall enforce any rules in place regarding facial coverings and social distancing. If proper social distancing cannot be maintained or there are other health or safety concerns, then the Court Appointed Referee shall cancel the foreclosure auction. Foreclosure Auctions will be held “Rain or Shine.”
Ellen Durst, Esq., Referee File # SPSJN209 149018
LEGAL NOTICE SUPREME COURT OF THE STATE OF NEW YORK COUNTY OF NASSAU HSBC BANK USA, NATIONAL ASSOCIATION AS TRUSTEE FOR DEUTSCHE ALT-A SECURITIES, INC. MORTGAGE LOAN
TRUST, SERIES 2007BAR1 MORTGAGE PASSTHROUGH CERTIFICATES, -againstRHONDA SCOTT A/K/A RHONDA T. SCOTT, ET AL.
NOTICE OF SALE NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN pursuant to a Final Judgment of Foreclosure entered in the Office of the Clerk of the County of Nassau on October 11, 2023, wherein HSBC BANK USA, NATIONAL ASSOCIATION AS TRUSTEE FOR DEUTSCHE ALT-A SECURITIES, INC. MORTGAGE LOAN
Pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered on August 13, 2024. 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 24th day of October, 2024 at 2:30 PM. All that certain plot, piece or parcel of land, with the buildings and improvements thereon erected, situate, lying and being at Baldwin, Town of Hempstead, County of Nassau and State of New York.
Premises known as 2685 Milburn Avenue, Baldwin, (Town of Hempstead) NY 11510.
(SBL#: 54-522-50)
LEGAL NOTICE
SUPREME COURT OF THE STATE OF NEW YORK COUNTY OF NASSAU THE BANK OF NEW YORK MELLON FKA THE BANK OF NEW YORK, AS TRUSTEE FOR THE CERTIFICATEHOLDERS OF CWMBS, INC., CHL MORTGAGE PASSTHROUGH TRUST 2005-04, MORTGAGE PASS-THROUGH CERTIFICATES, SERIES 2005-04, -againstVALERIE POWELL, ET AL. NOTICE OF SALE
A/K/A CARRINGTON BROCK, ET AL., Defendant(s). Pursuant to an Order Confirming Referee’s Report and Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale duly entered on March 28, 2024, I, the undersigned Referee will sell at public auction on the front steps on the north side of the Nassau County Supreme Court, 100 Supreme Court Drive, Mineola, NY 11501 on November 13, 2024 at 2:00 p.m., premises known as 1109 Cramer Court, Baldwin, NY 11510. All that certain
Russell S. Burman, Esq., Referee Greenspoon Marder, 1345 Avenue of the Americas, Suite 2200, New York, NY 10105, Attorneys for Plaintiff 149006
LEGAL NOTICE
NOTICE OF SALE
SUPREME COURT NASSAU COUNTY MORTGAGE ELECTRONIC REGISTRATION SYSTEMS, INC. AS NOMINEE FOR LASALLE BANK NATIONAL ASSOCIATION, TRUSTEE, Plaintiff against STANLEY SMITH, et al Defendant(s) Attorney for Plaintiff(s) Fein Such & Crane, LLP, 28 East Main Street, Suite 1800, Rochester, NY 14614.
LEGAL NOTICE NOTICE OF SALE SUPREME COURT COUNTY OF NASSAU, CHONDRITE ASSET TRUST, Plaintiff, vs. 34 DRIVE CORP., ET AL., Defendant(s). Pursuant to an Order Confirming Referee Report and Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale duly entered on January 19, 2024, I, the undersigned Referee will sell at public auction on the front steps on the north side of the Nassau County Supreme Court, 100 Supreme Court Drive, Mineola, NY 11501 on October 21, 2024 at 2:30 p.m., premises known as 3498 Bertha Drive, Baldwin, NY 11510. All that certain plot, piece or parcel of land, with the buildings and improvements thereon erected, situate, lying and being at Baldwin Harbor, Town of Hempstead, County of Nassau and State of New York, Section 54, Block 590 and Lot 6. Approximate amount of judgment is $883,031.27 plus interest and costs. Premises will be sold subject to provisions of filed Judgment Index #607423/2021.
David S. Dikman, Esq., Referee Friedman Vartolo LLP, 85 Broad Street, Suite 501, New York, New York 10004, Attorneys for Plaintiff Firm File No. 200539-1 149004
TRUST, SERIES 2007BAR1 MORTGAGE PASSTHROUGH CERTIFICATES is the Plaintiff and RHONDA SCOTT A/K/A RHONDA T. SCOTT, 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 October 29, 2024 at 2:00PM, premises known as 531 STANTON AVENUE, NORTH BALDWIN, NY 11510; and the following tax map identification: 36-388-11, 12 & 13.
ALL THAT CERTAIN PLOT, PIECE OR PARCEL OF LAND, SITUATE, LYING AND BEING IN BALDWIN, IN THE TOWN OF HEMPSTEAD, COUNTY OF NASSAU AND STATE OF NEW YORK Premises will be sold subject to provisions of filed Judgment Index No.: 610580/2017. Peter Famighetti, 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. 149137
LEGAL NOTICE REFEREE’S NOTICE OF SALE IN FORECLOSURE SUPREME COURTCOUNTY OF NASSAU U.S. BANK NATIONAL ASSOCIATION, AS TRUSTEE FOR TERWIN MORTGAGE TRUST 2005-8HE, ASSETBACKED CERTIFICATES, SERIES 2005-8HE, Plaintiff - against - MARIE Y. ST. HUBERT, et al Defendant(s).
Approximate amount of lien $792,713.51 plus interest and costs. Premises will be sold subject to provisions of filed judgment and terms of sale.
Index No. 614500/2019. Tiffany D. Frigenti, Esq., Referee. Davidson Fink LLP
Attorney(s) for Plaintiff 400 Meridian Centre Blvd, Ste 200 Rochester, NY 14618 Tel. 585/760-8218
For sale information, please visit Auction.com at www.Auction.com or call (800) 280-2832
Dated: August 27, 2024 During the COVID-19 health emergency, bidders are required to comply with all governmental health requirements in effect at the time of sale including but not limited to, wearing face coverings and maintaining social distancing (at least 6-feet apart) during the auction, while tendering deposit and at any subsequent closing. Bidders are also required to comply with the Foreclosure Auction Rules and COVID-19 Health Emergency Rules issued by the Supreme Court of this County in addition to the conditions set forth in the Terms of Sale. 149112
LEGAL NOTICE
SUPREME COURT OF THE STATE OF NEW YORK COUNTY OF NASSAU JAMES B. NUTTER & COMPANY, -againstJOSE RODRIGUEZ, ET AL. NOTICE OF SALE NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN pursuant to a Final Judgment of Foreclosure entered in the Office of the Clerk of the County of Nassau on August 6, 2019, wherein JAMES B. NUTTER & COMPANY is the Plaintiff and JOSE RODRIGUEZ, 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 October 30, 2024 at
Nassau County brews trust with local police
Over a steaming cup of coffee, Nassau County residents got the chance to chat, connect, and brew up new relationships with local police officers during National Coffee with a Cop Day on Oct. 2. Hosted at RS Beanery Coffee & Cocktails in Merrick, the event saw a bustling crowd, where conversations flowed as smoothly as the free coffee, generously provided by the café’s owners.
National Coffee with a Cop Day is an annual event that encourages communication and positive interactions between law enforcement officers and the communities they serve. It typically takes place on the first Wednesday in October, with the goal of creating a relaxed environment where people can sit down with police officers over a cup of coffee, ask questions, voice concerns, and build trust. This event is part of a broader community policing effort to bridge the gap between law enforcement and citizens by fostering open dialogue and improving relationships.
Coffee with a Cop Day was established in 2016 as a way to strengthen the bond between police officers and the communities they serve. This was Nassau County’s 9th year participating in the program.
The key idea behind Coffee with a Cop is to create an informal, neutral setting for conversations between police officers and community members. Unlike traditional community-policing methods, which often occur in more formal or highstakes situations, this event is designed to be approachable and relaxed. The casual atmosphere of a coffee shop or similar setting helps lower barriers, allowing individuals to express concerns, ask questions, or simply get to know the officers better.
Anyone in the community can attend Coffee with a Cop programs — it’s open to all ages and backgrounds. One of the distinguishing features is that there’s no formal agenda or specific topic to discuss. Conversations can range from neighbor-
hood safety to general community concerns or even casual, light-hearted topics. Nassau County officers were on hand at last week’s events, and there were plenty of giveaways for kids to go around. For more information about how the department connects with the community, contact Community Affairs office at (516) 573-7360.
— Jordan Vallone
The day seeks to strengthen the bond between community members and police officers. Anthony Lauro, 4, placed handcuffs on Police Officer Meadows.
Public Notices
2:00PM, premises known as 767 NORTH WILLIAM STREET, NORTH BALDWIN, NY 11510; and the following tax map identification: 36-181-130.
ALL THAT CERTAIN PLOT, PIECE OR PARCEL OF LAND, WITH THE BUILDING AND IMPROVEMENTS THEREON ERECTED, SITUATE, LYING AND BEING AT BALDWIN, IN THE TOWN OF HEMPSTEAD, COUNTY OF NASSAU AND STATE OF NEW YORK
Premises will be sold subject to provisions of filed Judgment Index No.: 011115/2014. Jared A. Kasschau, 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. 149135
LEGAL NOTICE NOTICE OF SALE SUPREME COURT COUNTY OF NASSAU, U.S. BANK TRUST NATIONAL ASSOCIATION, NOT IN ITS INDIVIDUAL CAPACITY BUT SOLELY AS OWNER TRUSTEE FOR RCF 2 ACQUISITION TRUST, Plaintiff, vs. HECTOR HUGO VARGAS, ET AL., Defendant(s).
Pursuant to an Order Amending Caption, Confirming Referee’s Report and Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale duly entered on July 30, 2024, I, the undersigned Referee will sell at public auction on the front steps on the north side of the Nassau County Supreme Court, 100 Supreme Court Drive, Mineola, NY 11501 on October 24, 2024 at 2:00 p.m., premises known as 880 Washington Street, Baldwin, NY 11510. All that certain plot, piece or parcel of land, with the buildings and improvements thereon erected, situate, lying and being in the Town of Hempstead, County of Nassau and State of New York, Section 54, Block 407 and Lot 68. Approximate amount of
judgment is $620,427.29 plus interest and costs. Premises will be sold subject to provisions of filed Judgment Index #604043/2020. Cash will not be accepted.
Melissa D. Mohan, Esq., Referee Knuckles & Manfro, LLP, 120 White Plains Road, Suite 215, Tarrytown, New York 10591, Attorneys for Plaintiff 149133
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The Nassau County community and police officers came together for National Coffee with a Cop Day on Oct. 2 at R.S. Beanery Coffee & Cocktails.
Coffee with a Cop Day seeks to create an informal, neutral setting for conversations between police officers and community members. George Scanlon enjoyed a cup with Police Officer Moreno.
There were plenty of giveaways for kids at last week’s event. Thomas Miller, 2, met with Police Officer Grande.
Police Officer Meadows provided top-tier entertainment, showing off his juggling skills.
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Should we avoid cedar for siding, too?
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Q. We want to replace our cedar siding, and you wrote about not using cedar. Is that just for decks, or also for siding? Our community in Massachusetts insists on cedar siding, but has been accepting lookalikes if they meet their appearance standards at the community review. It wouldn’t make sense for us to consider cedar if it’s as much of a problem as you stated. Please let us know your opinion on what we should do, since we want to try to get the siding done before the winter.
A. In my column, answering the question about decks, I wrote that I don’t recommend cedar as either a structural material or finish board material because of its instability and maintenance issues, for decks, specifically. Natural wood is more reactive to the environment, because it used to be in the middle of a tree, and wasn’t intended to be exposed to the weather in its natural state.
The stronger, solid hardwoods are less reactive, but cedar is a soft wood that easily expands and contracts. Although it’s resistant to insects, it doesn’t last as long as other products. As a siding material, it’s not as big a problem, and it’s reminiscent of the original New England historical architecture it was employed for. It’s very attractive, and the issue of stability and durability is different for its use as a siding material.
There are two basic kinds of natural cedar siding, cedar shakes and cedar shingles. Shingles are cut with blades and shaped uniformly, while shakes, also called “split” shakes, are cut to size at double the thickness (or more) and then split in half. That mimics the rustic and non-uniform look our first settlers developed for making the homes and meeting houses they constructed as weatherresistant as they could manage. The techniques and original tools are still used today.
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You may want to reconsider when to do the work, whichever style you choose, because cedar is generally harvested in the winter and early spring, and you’ll get better-quality material to work with in the spring than in the fall. The reason the wood is harvested when it is is because the ground around cedar trees is boggy and swampy, and heavy equipment can’t get to the trees until the ground is hard and stable. (Incidentally, foresting requirements dictate that for every tree harvested, two trees must be planted, and about 1 percent of all cedar trees are taken in a season, meaning there will be plenty of cedar for you when you need it.)
Make sure you have an installer who knows to use a waterproofing membrane and drainage filter fabric first, before the cedar is applied, so the shingles or shakes don’t constantly sit against a wet wall after they’re attached. The original settlers understood this, and used strips of cedar to keep the shakes off the wall to drain and dry. Wetting and drying cycles cause accelerated decay. Good luck!
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Remembering a cherished friendship with Nelson DeMille
The bestselling, superbly gifted novelist Nelson DeMille recently died. The author of 23 books, including 17 bestsellers, DeMille was so much more than a brilliant writer. He was first and foremost an outstanding human being and a loyal friend.
The first book of his that I read was “Cathedral,” in the early 1980s. It was a gripping tale of an attack on the St. Patrick’s Day Parade and St. Patrick’s Cathedral. I was hooked. Among all of Demille’s books, I found “Gold Coast,” a satiric depiction of Long Island’s North Shore, to be a true classic. My wife, Rosemary, became an almost obsessive reader of his works.
I didn’t actually meet DeMille until the early 2000s, when I was privileged to be invited to several lunches hosted by Mets owner Fred Wilpon and New York jurist Sol Wachtler at which DeMille was also a guest. I was struck immediately by what a regular guy he was. Totally unassuming and down-to-earth. Humorous. Extremely intelligent, and
TAknowledgeable on so many topics. Never once telling us how many bestsellers he authored, or mentioning his service in Vietnam as an infantry commander, for which he was awarded a Bronze Star.
Those early gatherings opened the way for lunches, dinners and social gatherings at which Rosemary and I would see Nelson and his wife, Sandy, as well as get-togethers he and I would have with guys we each knew. I distinctly recall the wonderful evening Rosemary and I enjoyed at DeMille’s home, celebrating his 75th birthday with his family and a multitude of friends.
TRosemary, who, in what turned out to be Sandy’s final social event, invited her to a formal congressional lunch in Washington honoring then first lady Melania Trump.
That evening, Sandy joined Rosemary, our daughter, Erin, and me for dinner at a Capitol Hill restaurant, and she was as outgoing and upbeat as ever. Just months later, in September 2018, she died. As devastated as he was, Nelson never showed even the slightest bit of self-pity.
he bestselling author was still the blue-collar guy who grew up in Elmont.
Conversations with him ran the gamut of his varied interests, including dedication to his family and his concern for others. Nothing was more saddening or distressing than when Sandy, a nonsmoker, was stricken with lung cancer. The years following her diagnosis in 2014 were marked by peaks of hope, but then by the darkest valley in 2018, when Sandy succumbed after waging a courageous, uncomplaining struggle.
She was an absolute delight to be with. Intelligent and always upbeat. Sandy was the center of her husband’s life. She was especially friendly with
Rosemary and I continued to get together with DeMille and, if anything, our friendship and admiration for him only deepened. More than ever, I realized that, with all his fame and success, he was, at heart, still the blue-collar guy who grew up in Elmont. Though he moved easily with the socially upscale and the movers and shakers, he very much identified with cops, firefighters, construction workers and military veterans. Those were the people who, through guts and dedication, make our nation work with little recognition or acclaim.
DeMille also never left Long Island. His roots were here, and this was where he stayed.
He continued his literary efforts,
writing, as always, in longhand on yellow legal pads, and rushing feverishly to meet his publisher’s deadlines. His final work was “Blood Line,” published in 2023, which he co-wrote with his son, Alex. Last Oct. 11 I had the privilege of moderating a discussion of “Blood Line” with the two of them before a large audience at LIU Post.
Weeks later, on Oct. 28, Rosemary, and I got together with DeMille at the Paramount, in Huntington, at a reception prior to a performance by Bill O’Reilly and Sid Rosenberg. DeMille was in good spirits, and seemed entirely healthy, but that was the last time we were with him. Soon after, he let us know he was being treated for cancer, but was confident all would be well.
This went on for months. On June 6, Rosemary received an email from him, saying he had just one procedure left, and then we’d be getting together for dinner. That was the last we heard from him. Nelson died of esophageal cancer on Sept. 17.
His wake and funeral, attended by hundreds of admirers and friends, were a celebration of a wonderful man of great accomplishment. He will be missed. Nelson DeMille, R.I.P.
Peter King is a former congressman, and a former chair of the House Committee on Homeland Security. Comments? pking@ liherald.com.
historic election for all the wrong reasons
his has been a political year like no other in my lifetime. It may be the only year that was dominated by mean-spirited and ugly conduct, all in the name of winning an election. I am not naïve, having run 12 successful campaigns for public office. But the desperate campaign being run by Donald Trump, in his quest for renewed power, will stand out in the history books for many years to come.
Let’s start with this backdrop. Trump lost the 2020 election by 7 million votes. His years of claims that his success was “stolen” are fake by any measure. He admitted that he was beaten by challenging the election results in Georgia. If you lost an election, why would you be asking the Georgia secretary of state to “find 11,780 votes”? What is sad is that there are millions of Americans who have fallen for that charade.
The second historical event that
taints the Trump re-election effort is the Jan. 6, 2021, riot on Capitol Hill. Trump once told Americans that they shouldn’t believe what they saw with their own eyes. Whether you’re blind or able to see, at Trump’s urging, hundreds of people broke down the doors to the Capitol and destroyed government property, and their actions contributed to the death of five people. That is not my conclusion. It is the findings of countless jurors who heard the facts after weeks and weeks of criminal trials.
D onald Trump’s vision of the nation is depressing and false.
And so, with the blemish of a torrent of facts that would undo any reelection effort, Trump commenced his 2024 campaign. He once claimed he would “drain the swamp,” but instead he has created a new swamp by conducting a campaign heavy with racial undertones, vicious personal attacks and attacks on the American court system.
There have been so many vitriolic assaults that it would take more than one column to adequately describe all of them. One of the current ones that deserves public scorn is his attacks on
the Haitian community in Springfield, Ohio. Despite the pleas of the Republican governor of Ohio, the mayor of Springfield and many other elected officials, both Trump and his running mate, Sen. J.D. Vance, have continued to spread false charges about Haitians eating dogs and cats.
I long ago learned that personal attacks on your opponent don’t get much voter applause. Trump has decided that calling his challenger, Vice President Kamala Harris, “mentally impaired” is a way to get voter support. He also thinks that attacking her appearance is a way to win over skeptical women voters. These tasteless tactics are not the way to get the support of the fast-shrinking independent vote.
One of the winning ways to get voters to be your boosters is to offer solid policy proposals and to give the public a chance to hear your vision for the next 10-plus years. Trump has offered little in way of new ideas, but has Project 2025 as his policy proposal. That 900-plus-page volume, drafted by former officials of his administration, calls for
dismantling the federal government as we know it and turning it over to prescreened loyalists who will complete a menu of bureaucratic horrors. Perhaps the most vexing part of the current Trump effort is his constant harping on what he thinks our country looks like. He describes America as a “failed state.” His vision of the nation is depressing and false. He claims that many thousands of the migrants who have come to America have committed major crimes. Any honest presidential contender would not tear down the country at a time when it wants a leader with a brighter view of the nation.
Obviously, my view of the Trump campaign is not a flattering one. Am I a partisan? I have spent all of my life cultivating relationships with my Republican counterparts, and have succeeded because of our mutual respect. But I draw the line when it comes to Donald Trump. I just don’t think he is the true face of America.
Jerry Kremer was an assemblyman for 23 years, and chaired the Assembly’s Ways and Means Committee for 12 years. He now heads Empire Government Strategies, a business development and legislative strategy firm. Comments about this column? jkremer@liherald.com.
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Calling for fire safety, honoring local volunteers
With Fire Prevention Week — Oct. 6-12 — upon us, it’s important to reflect on the significance of fire safety in our communities, and to recognize the extraordinary contributions of the volunteer firefighters and emergency medical technicians who keep us safe.
These men and women are truly local heroes, but they are also neighbors just a phone call away who risk their lives in hazardous situations that include fires and floods. They should never be taken for granted, and this annual observance serves as a reminder that we all have a role to play in preventing fires and responding to emergencies of all kinds.
There are 71 fire departments in Nassau County — 69 all-volunteer, and two with both professionals and volunteers — along with six volunteer ambulance corps that provide fire, technical rescue and emergency medical help, all serving 1.3 million residents. In Suffolk, more than 125 volunteer fire and EMS agencies serve that county’s population of more than 1.5 million.
Fire Prevention Week is a nationwide campaign aimed at raising awareness of fire hazards and promoting practices that can saves lives. President Calvin Coolidge proclaimed it a national observance in 1925 to commemorate the Great Chicago Fire of 1871, which devastated much of the city and claimed hundreds of lives.
“Smoke Alarms: Make them work for you!” is this year’s theme. The goal is to
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educate people about the crucial role smoke alarms play in preventing injury and death when a fire breaks out in a home.
Three of every five home fire deaths occur in properties without working smoke alarms, and the risk of dying in a house fire is cut in half when there are functioning alarms, according to the National Fire Protection Association. This underscores the fact that fire prevention isn’t just about avoiding accidents — it’s about saving lives.
The American Red Cross also stresses the importance of installing smoke alarms. At the organization’s Sound the Alarm events, volunteers install smoke alarms for free. For more information, go to RedCross.org.
Education is paramount, too. Children, adults and seniors benefit from learning how to prevent fires and to respond appropriately if one breaks out. Teaching children not to play with matches, encouraging adults to avoid being distracted while cooking and reminding seniors to be mindful of electrical appliances are just a few essential lessons that can reduce the likelihood of fires.
It’s also important to honor the brave people who respond when fires and other emergencies occur. Volunteer firefighters often juggle full-time jobs and family responsibilities, yet they still make time to respond to calls for help — whether it’s a house fire, a car accident or a medical emergency.
Letter writer defending D’Esposito was ‘splitting hairs’
To the Editor:
In his letter last week, “Is D’Esposito vulnerable to a House probe?” Christopher Kane complained that the Herald owes Congressman Anthony D’Esposito an apology for an article about the hiring of his mistress and the daughter of his fiancée that was headlined “D’Esposito faces ethics probe over hiring.” Kane argued, in part, that D’Esposito didn’t violate any ethics rules because he wasn’t married to his fiancée.
However, according to a Sept. 23 article in The New York Times, “The House code of conduct prohibits members of Congress from employing spouses or relatives, including stepchildren. Though Mr. D’Esposito has never married, congressional ethics experts said that employing a woman akin to his stepdaughter, who shared a home with him, could breach the requirement that members of Congress ‘adhere to the spirit and the letter of the rules.’”
The Times article continued, “A separate provision adopted in the wake of the #MeToo movement explicitly states that lawmakers ‘may not engage in a sexual relationship with any employee of the House who works under the supervision of the member.’”
They undergo extensive training to ensure that they are equipped to handle the myriad dangerous conditions that can arise in an emergency, and they are often the only line of defense when a home catches fire and lives are on the line. It’s no wonder that so many people find firefighters’ dedication so inspiring.
The same is true for volunteer EMTs, who provide critical care during medical emergencies, administering life-saving treatment before a victim can be transported to a hospital. Their swift action and expertise often mean the difference between life and death.
A former Suffolk County volunteer firefighter and EMT who continues to serve as a paid paramedic and a New York City police officer explained why he became a first responder.
“I wanted to participate in something that allowed me to help my neighbors at their most vulnerable points in life, while also providing me with valuable life experience and training,” he told the Herald. “The fire department put me on a path to serve the people and communities that I live and work in, as well as (having) a second family I know would come to my aid should my family or I need it.”
We strongly urge you to be there for your local fire department’s next fundraiser or open house, salute the volunteers at their next holiday parade and, if you’re able, consider becoming one of them.
Although D’Esposito was not married to his fiancée, with whom he was allegedly cohabiting, it appears that in his letter, Kane was doing nothing more than splitting hairs!
Lastly, while he criticizes Laura Gil-
len, who “identifies as a Catholic,” apparently Kane is not that troubled by D’Esposito’s reported affair with a married woman (which ended her marriage) while he was engaged to someone else.
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After reforms, NUMC is on the upswing
For decades, Nassau University Medical Center has towered above the landscape, representing our community’s commitment to quality health care — for everyone. Public hospitals across the state face enormous challenges, and NUMC is no different. But as we close in on two years of executing substantial reforms, this irreplaceable institution is proving resilient and improving.
At Long Island’s largest public safety-net hospital and Level 1 trauma center, each year the unwavering dedication of our staff provides $1 billion in services to more than 270,000 patients. Many of those patients are from our most at-risk populations, who can’t afford to pay for care and otherwise wouldn’t receive treatment.
Leveraging new financial standards and practices, more-efficient systems and a renewed commitment to the patient and visitor experience, we are proving that we can be a model for success. Our dedication to strengthening the foundations of the facility has recently been recognized by top health care organizations.
In August, after a rigorous evalua-
tion, NUMC earned the Joint Commission’s Gold Seal of Approval for Hospital Accreditation by demonstrating continuous compliance with its high-performance standards. To achieve this accreditation, NUMC underwent an indepth, multi-day, unannounced onsite review by a team that judged compliance standards in several key areas, including patient rights, infection control, surgical services and patient safety.
TJust days later, NUMC’s team was again recognized, receiving two prestigious awards from the American Heart Association. The hospital was honored with AHA’s Get With The Guidelines and Mission: Lifeline achievement awards, reflecting our team’s adherence to the latest evidence-based treatment guidelines for heart disease and stroke.
Newsday on the crisis of long emergency room wait times on Long Island, NUMC’s was ranked second out of all hospitals for average patient wait time, despite the fact that we serve more than 65,000 emergency patients each year.
he hospital received two prestigious awards from the American Heart Association.
These recognitions required strategic planning, rigorous training and a culture of excellence that permeates every level of our organization. Our staff of more than 3,600 undergo continuous evaluations and specialized training to ensure that we meet the highest standards of care, which is particularly crucial because we serve a diverse community with unique health needs.
new Community Engagement Center, our first public open house, our recent Back-to-School program and other initiatives are also part of our effort to ensure that NUMC remains a hub for the broader community.
NUMC has long been a cornerstone of health care in Nassau County — more than just a hospital, we are a trusted partner and a critical lifeline for our neighbors. Our hospital is often the first place people turn in times of need. We take our unique responsibility very seriously.
These certifications, initiatives and facility upgrades are just a small sample of the exciting results from nearly two years of management and operational reforms.
The AHA also noted that our efforts have led to improved patient outcomes, including more lives saved, shorter recovery times and reduced hospital readmissions. These awards come as we prepare for the construction and opening of a new Cath Lab in 2025 that will enable the hospital to perform more lifesaving heart procedures on site.
Our Emergency Room staff also continues to demonstrate excellence and success under the stress of a growing patient population. In September, after an in-depth investigative report by
LETTERS
Do we really want to be represented by someone who is so ethically challenged?
ROBERT TOLLE Cedarhurst
Abortion rights must be enshrined in N.Y.’s Constitution
To the Editor:
I was unclear about Proposition 1, and my concern grew when I learned that women in states with abortion bans are dying. I wondered if New York’s abortion laws could withstand the radical extremists influencing our Supreme Court, Congress and potentially the White House. Despite Republican assurances against a national abortion ban, I remain skeptical, especially since the Supreme Court previously deemed Roe v. Wade settled law.
Moreover, the GOP made no effort to block the proposed ban on the abortion pill. While an outright abortion ban may not be imminent, without enshrining abortion rights in New York’s Constitution, it’s plausible that there will be attempts to erode women’s rights gradually. For these reasons, it’s crucial to condemn the fearmongering falsehoods spread by the radi-
While previous leadership spent money on new executive offices, we’re focusing on enriching the patient experience and expanding our services. We recently extended our onsite clinical office hours on Tuesdays and Wednesdays until 9 p.m. for our pediatric, women’s health, general medicine and physical therapy services. Starting this month, we will have Saturday clinic hours as well for the first time.
This expansion helps make prevention and treatment more convenient for working families, and reduces emergency room visits. Our first NUMC van was just delivered to help those with transportation needs. The opening of our
cal right about the ballot initiative and to vote “yes” on Proposition 1.
STEPHANIE CAPUANO Wantagh
Now Trump will approve the SALT deduction?
To the Editor:
Then-President Donald Trump and the Republicans limited our income tax deduction for state and local taxes. For two years the Republicans have controlled the House, so why haven’t Congressman Anthony D’Esposito and the MAGA Republicans in the House introduced legislation to give us back our SALT deductions?
Now, in a desperate attempt to help D’Esposito keep his House seat, Trump comes to New York and tells us he’s going to give us back the SALT deduction. He’ll do that right after he finishes building the wall and Mexico pays for it. Fool me once, shame on you. Fool me twice, shame on me. It won’t be all bad when D’Esposito loses the election. His friends in the Town of Hempstead will give him a good job.
DENNIS PATRICK BRADY Rockville Centre
While NUMC continues to face financial challenges due to drastic state funding cuts that have not been restored, we are committed to building on the success of our recent fiscal reforms to safeguard this vital community resource.
NUMC is a beacon of hope and a testament to the strength of our community. It represents our commitment to caring for one another. Our collective support for the hospital means that our area will avoid the health care crises that plague other communities across the nation. Residents will have the peace of mind knowing they have a public hospital ready to meet any challenge.
Megan C. Ryan is interim president and CEO of Nassau University Medical Center.
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FRAMEWORK by Tim Baker
At the Family Street Festival — Bellmore
MEGAN C. RYAN
In October 2022, Tamar Lemoine of Valley Stream felt a lump in her right breast and was diagnosed with late-stage breast cancer. She had previously put o a biopsy after a mammogram in 2021 detected a suspicious mass, so she knew that this time she would need to act fast.
Tamar was referred to Dr. Christine Hodyl, Director of Breast Health Services at Mount Sinai South Nassau, who created a comprehensive treatment plan that included chemotherapy and breast-conserving lumpectomy surgery along with the removal of several lymph nodes. Her treatment ended with a month of radiation therapy sessions. Now cancer-free, Tamar urges women to get their annual mammograms.
Mount Sinai South Nassau’s cancer program is accredited by the Commission on Cancer and the National Accreditation Program for Breast Centers, o ering patients a multidisciplinary approach to fight cancer without having to leave Long Island.
In October 2022, Tamar Lemoine of Valley Stream felt a lump in her right breast and was diagnosed with late-stage