Courtesy Bernadette Mendoza Vidal
Students from East Meadow and Salisbury started a new school year last week. Oliver expressed approval for his first day of pre-K at McVey Elementary School with two thumbs up. Story, more photos, Page 3.
By JoRDAN VAlloNE jvallone@liherald.com
The East Meadow Board of Education is opposing a New York State Education Department proposal to change its rules governing mixed competition, extra class activities and the athletic placement process.
The state’s plan would modify language to promote clarity and inclusivity in sports; update outdated sports lists; eliminate gender distinctions wherever possible; and provide clear guidelines when only one gender team is offered and allow members of the other gender to try out, among other changes.
The board has formally come out against the proposal, in a letter that it sent to the education department late last month. According to the letter, board members said, “the proposed changes to the policy pose a serious threat to girls’ interscholastic sports.”
Signing the letter were board president Jessica Ricco-Simeone, vice president David Carl and trustees Nikole De Luca, Maria Talluto and Nancy Wildman, along with East Meadow School District Superintendent Kenneth Rosner.
The state education department defended its proposal, saying it “is committed to providing athletes of all genders equal opportunities to
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The Brain Injury Association of New York State is holding its annual March on for Brain Injury Walk at Eisenhower Park on Saturday, Sept. 14. The walk raises awareness and funds for those who are dealing with a brain injury — which could be caused by cancer, a stroke, physical injury, benign tumors — among a multitude of other things.
The walk and fundraiser are led by the Brain Injury Association of New York State.
The event brings together brain injury survivors, caregivers and professionals in the field to celebrate and honor the memory of the brain injury community.
The Long Island walk will honor Emily Sciascia, who was involved in a car accident that temporarily claimed her life in December 2022. The impact left her with a severe traumatic brain injury, facial fractures, broken bones in her arm and foot, and extensive bruising and bleeding. Medical professionals feared that Sciascia would not survive her injuries — and if she did, they feared that she’d be unable to walk or speak again. But, Sciascia has defied all expectations.
Over the past year, Sciascia has relearned how to walk and speak, and has rediscovered her love for writing, reading, and creating art, found new joy
in mornings, and been accepted into neuroscience programs. Instead of resenting the wounded version of herself, she has learned to embrace and care for that part of her, the brain injury association said. Her close friends describe her as “a distillation of wonder — a sound intellect, good-humored, a survivor, and above all, a graceful companion,” a sentiment that resonates even more deeply after her brain surgery.
As the 2024 March On for Brain Injury Long Island Honoree, Sciascia is
eager to share her journey, helping others in the community learn and understand that life can still be beautiful after a traumatic brain injury.
This year’s walk will also recognize medical honoree, Dr. Brian Im, who is the director of the brain injury rehabilitation at Rusk Rehabilitation, which is part of NYU Langone Health. There, Im continues to treat patients.
Im is incredibly supportive of the work of the brain injury association, and is a member of its board. He works
to spread awareness and raise funds to support the programs and services that the association provides the brain injury community, which he proudly supports.
The March On for Brain Injury Walk occurs virtually and in three physical locations, including Long Island. Walk events kick off at 10 a.m., in the Scarlett Oak Picnic Area of the park.
For more information and to learn more about the association, its work and the Eisenhower walk, visit MarchOn. BIANYS.org.
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As the summer sun gradually gave way to a comfortable warmth, the streets of East Meadow and Salisbury were filled with excitement and anticipation on Sept. 4. It was the first day of school, and students were heading back to their classrooms.
For many, the first day of school is a mix of excitement and a touch of anxiety, but in the September air, there was an overwhelming sense of optimism. Elementary schools teachers greeted their students with warm smiles and welcoming words. The playgrounds, quiet during the summer break, were now alive with laughter and the joy of reunions as friends saw each other after a long vacation.
The middle and high schools buzzed with a different kind of energy. For older students, the first day of school marked not only a return to their studies but also a reunion with friends, some of whom they hadn’t seen all summer. Hallways echoed with the sounds of lockers being opened, schedules being compared, and the excitement of what the new school year might bring.
As the day progressed, any first-day jitters quickly dissolved into the routine of the school day.
In all, the first day of school in East Meadow and Salisbury was a resounding success. It was a day filled with smiles, laughter, and the promise of a year filled with learning, growth, and new experiences.
–Jordan Vallone
Planning for, and then executing, inheritances is often fraught with emotion. Most families choose to leave the inheritance “to my children in equal shares, per stirpes.” Per stirpes is Latin meaning “by the roots” so that if a child dies before the parent, their share goes to their children (if any) in equal shares. If there are no children, then generally the inheritance is disregarded and their share goes to their surviving siblings in equal shares. What about gifts to grandchildren? Let’s say one child has five children and the other has two children -- seven grandchildren altogether. When a significant gift is given to grandchildren equally, it is not uncommon for the child with two children to say “well it was my brother’s choice to have five children, why do I have to pay for it?” Good estate planning also looks at inheritances from the heirs’ point of view as well.
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power over what you are going to do. For example, if you seek their opinion on an unequal division, you will create a problem for the family if you choose to disregard their input. A better way might be the use of the “soft probe”. Here, you suggest an idea that you have about an unequal division, and then gauge their reaction before making a decision. For example, where one child is very much better off then another, you might say “You know, your sister Mary could really use our money a lot more...” The monied child will generally respond one of two ways. They will either say “Of course, I don’t need it, leave it all to her” and you are off the hook, or they will indicate that they consider anything less than equal shares would be unfair. In the latter case, if you still want to help Mary more, you may give her gifts during your lifetime and keep peace in the family by leaving inheritances equally. You may also pass some accounts outside the estate by naming Mary as beneficiary. Giving thought to your “emotional legacy” may go a long way towards keeping peace in the family.
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It all starts with the school security guard’s 7:30 a.m. Sunday morning plan to listen to birdsongs outside the Caroline G. Atkinson School in Freeport, Long Island.
“What songs?” my husband asks.
“Oh, Marvin Gaye, Al Green… those types of songs.” he replies.
“Ah,” I think. Love songs. A great thought to start the day. Call us when those birds tune up.
My husband and I enter and sign in for volunteer work for the Back 2 School Store -- a charitable project of the National Council of Jewish Women Peninsula and South Shore Sections. It is our first time, committing our morning to helping children in grades K-5 have a wonderful, empowering opportunity to select new clothes, backpacks, books, etc. No better time than the present to start their school year off right.
of new merchandise a few days ago.
Then the children and their personal shoppers arrive wielding clipboards to literally and figuratively check off boxes for the items they need. As the morning passes we quickly realize that some of the labeled shirts aren’t true to size. Although the mom in me favors any shirt that’s a little bigger to grow into, every child is the final decision maker: is it going to be short and tight or long and loose? Even the youngest students point and put their shirt into their coveted shopping bags. My husband is impressed by the boys – their ability to size up the waist and lengths of gym shorts they want and the respect to fold any garments they didn’t choose. We were both impressed by personal shoppers, many who were young men and women displaying just the right amount of support to find clothes that were “just right” for their students. And equal props to the children, many who are true budding fashionistas with a fierce vision of their personal style.
Mission accomplished, my husband and I step outside the school into the sunshine. I come upon a pole/sign near the entrance. One side reads, “May peace be in our schools.” On the other side, “May peace be in our communities.”
Orientation is brief but pointed. Leave your fashion sense at the door, it is the children’s choices and experiences that matter. The guided tour of rooms in which the personal shoppers and students will go is like visiting Oz. Rooms filled with sweatpants, hoodies, and leggings. A gym stocked with down jackets, hats, gloves, socks and sneakers in all colors and sizes. We gasp in the book room which shares space with stuffed animals of every entertainment variety from Elmo to Paddington. And the finish line: toothpaste, toothbrushes and fully stocked backpacks for all.
I am dispatched to the tee-shirt station, my husband will distribute boys shorts. Fellow volunteers around me share their stories: the high school senior who started coming last year at her teacher’s suggestion, the woman who knows an NCJW’s executive from their Weight Watchers meetings, the lady who unpacked pallets upon pallets
What a perfect stake in the ground for a grassroots event like this one. Complete with birdsong.
A contributing writer to the Herald since 2012, Lauren Lev is an East Meadow resident and a direct marketing/advertising executive who teaches marketing fundamentals as well as advertising and marketing communications courses at the Fashion Institute of Technology and SUNY Old Westbury.
RUNNER-UP FOR the Thorp Award, given to Nassau County’s most outstanding football player, Martini totaled 1,700 yards from scrimmage in 2023, including 1,400 rushing, to lead the Warriors to an 8-2 mark. He scored 18 touchdowns and averaged 11 yards per touch, and intercepted 3 passes as a defensive safety. He earned All-Long Island honors. “He’s the total package as a student-athlete and a person,” head coach Keith Sachs said.
Thursday, Sept. 12
Boys Soccer: Oceanside at Uniondale 5 p.m.
Girls Soccer: V.S. Central at Hewlett 6 p.m.
Boys Soccer: Lawrence at Seaford 6:30 p.m.
Girls Volleyball: Long Beach at Wantagh 6:45 p.m.
Girls Volleyball: Lynbrook at Mepham 6:45 p.m.
Boys Soccer: Clarke at Wantagh 7 p.m.
Friday, Sept. 13
Girls Soccer: Elmont at Sewanhaka 4:30 p.m.
Boys Soccer: MacArthur at Long Beach 5 p.m.
Boys Soccer: Mepham at V.S. Central 5 p.m.
Boys Soccer: East Meadow at Baldwin 5 p.m.
Girls Soccer: Calhoun at Massapequa 5 p.m.
Girls Soccer: Oceanside at South Side 5 p.m.
Boys Volleyball: South Side at Hewlett 5 p.m.
Football: V.S. Central at Hempstead 6 p.m.
Football: Herricks at Oceanside 6 p.m.
Football: East Rockaway at Plainedge 6 p.m.
Field Hockey: Baldwin at Masspequa 6 p.m.
Saturday, Sept. 14
Football: Sewanhaka at Baldwin 2 p.m.
Football: South Side at Lynbrook 3 p.m.
Football: Glen Cove at Carey 3 p.m.
Football: Hewlett at Elmont 3 p.m.
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By DYLAN BUTLER sports@liherald.com
A year ago, East Meadow boys’ soccer made history, becoming the first team in program history to win a Nassau County title.
Jets coach Bryan Horrmann called it “surreal,” but learned a long time ago from his father Bill not to dwell in the past.
“I was taught by my father, you win, you move on. What’s the next day like,’” he said. “I come from the background of what have you done lately?”
Bill Horrmann played at Brentwood in the 1970s alongside Ron Eden, their longtime head coach who guided his program to another state title last fall. They beat East Meadow in the Long Island Class AAA final.
“We’re not looking too far ahead, we’re not looking behind us,” Horrmann said. “What happened happened, which was great. But we know teams are going to be wanting to beat us wherever we go.”
Winning, though, does have its advantages, which includes elevated eagerness in the preseason as well as overall numbers — Horrmann said 70 players came out to try out for the defending country champions.
“The kids who were with me last year know we have to perform at our best,” Horrmann said. “And the kids that weren’t with me, on JV, they want to play for a championship team.”
A year ago, the Jets were guided by a fearsome attacking threesome of Dylan Wauchope, Raymond McLeod and Robert Derwin. Only Wauchope returns and the senior who can score with either foot, will take on an even bigger scoring role than last year.
“I don’t expect him to score every goal,” Horrmann said. “But I expect him to be distributing, when the ball’s at his feet, to take on people in one-vone situations … I expect him to be a leader.”
Jose Flores, who started at left back last year as a freshman, is moving up front and will be joined by fellow sopho-
more Kevin Cruz on attack.
Dayton Wauchope will feature either wide or centrally in a midfield anchored by Andrew Velasquez, who started at center back a year ago. Junior Adel Deljannin and Dennis Calu will also see time in the midfield.
Junior David Flores is a returning starter at center back and partners with sophomore Evan Velez, up from the junior varsity after impressing this summer. Senior Jared Jiminez will likely start at left back, opposite either Nick Acosta or Joel DelRosario on the right side.
They’ll play in front of either Jayden Cohen or Matthew Rivas, who are competing for the starting goalkeeping position Jack DeVoti excelled in a year ago.
In addition to new pieces on the roster, East Meadow is in a new classification this season, competing in AA-2 after winning the Class AAA championship last year.
“We have a lot of young talent,” Horrmann said. “It’s just finding our groove. We’ll be very competitive, but we’re just inexperienced so we just have to get that experience and hopefully build up on every game.”
Nassau County pups — and their owners — got to stretch their legs and cool down at Eisenhower Park’s splash pad last weekend, right before it closed for the season.
Earlier last week, County Executive Bruce Blakeman announced that the Splash Parks at several locations, including Eisenhower Park in East Meadow, were open to dogs and their owners on Sept. 7, before the parks closed for the season. Other parks included Bay Park in East Rockaway, Grant Park in Hewlett, Rev. Mackey Park in Roosevelt, and North Woodmere Park.
“For most people, dogs are family members, and what better way to enjoy a Saturday than to bring your dog to the local spray park for some free fun in the sun,” Blakeman said.
It was emphasized that owners had to clean up after their dogs, remain on the premises with them, and ensure their pets were up to date on vaccinations. Attendees were required to be Nassau County residents, and dog leashes could be no longer than six feet. Residents were also advised to bring towels for their dogs.
Whether pups just wanted to lay down and soak up some suds, or splash around in the main sprinklers, tails were wagging, and smiles were had by all who attended.
Former Eagles guitarist Don Felder rocked Eisenhower Park’s Harry Chapin Lakeside Theatre last month as part of the Nassau County’s summer concert series.
Felder was a proud, longstanding member of the group, which was inducted into the Rock And Roll Hall of Fame in 1998. He was also inaugurated into the Musicians Hall of Fame and Museum in Nashville in 206, and the Florida Artists Hall of Fame in 2017.
Felder spent 27 years with the Eagles, who have sold 150 million albums worldwide — including a top-selling album of all time, their “Greatest Hits.”
Felder is known for his time with the Eagles, and for some of his solo work — including “Heavy Metal (Takin’ a Ride),” which was released in 1981.
At Eisenhower, Felder entertained a packed crowds by playing some of the Eagles’ best known hits, and a blend of his own songs as well.
The summer concert series will come to a close on Sept. 20, and the last multicultural evening will take place on Sept. 29. For more on what to expect throughout the remainder of the month, visit NassauCountyNY.gov.
–Jordan Vallone
play and participate in extra class athletic activities, as athletics are a vital part of any student’s education.”
The department said this includes promoting equality between separate male and female athletic programs and encouraging mixed gender teams.
At the board of education’s August meeting, RiccoSimeone said the New York State School Boards Association, which governs school boards in the state, has expressed some concerns about the amendments. Ricco-Simeone added that she believes the risk factors in the proposal outweigh its benefits.
“I feel like the proposed amendment is taking away from women and putting their physical and emotional needs on the back burner,” she said. “Women have worked hard to break barriers in their sports and get scholarships in their sports, and I think we should be protecting that for the young girls of our school district and our community.”
However, Matthew Melnick, another board trustee, said he felt the language in the proposal helps eliminate “grey area” in guidelines that are currently in place with the state.
“I don’t necessarily agree that this is specifically there to go after women’s sports,” he said. “I think they’re very clear in this, that the point of the resolution is that if a school only has a sport that’s for one gender, that the opposite gender has the opportunity to play that sport.”
Melnick said districts, including East Meadow, have allowed female athletes to try out and play for football teams. He added that the code of conduct for student athletes is against engaging in “any conduct that endangers or interferes with the safety, morals, health or welfare of others, which includes discrimination on race, creed, national origin, religion, gender, sexual ori-
east meadow School district’s Board of education has voiced concerns about changes the state is proposing regarding regulations for school athletics. above is the district’s headquarters, the Salisbury Center.
entation or disability.”
Ricco-Simeone said in East Meadow, for example, the district offers field hockey — but only to female athletes. If the proposed changes go through, a male athlete would be allowed to try out.
“We’re not excluding any boys,” Talluto said. “We have to protect female athletes. Biologically, males are stronger than females. It’s not outrageous — it’s not an extreme argument. This is an argument that many other school districts are ready to argue.”
At the meeting, Ricco-Simeone said she was pleased with the discussion the board had, and thanked each of its members for being respectful. The board approved a resolution authorizing Ricco-Simeone to draft a letter, for board review and approval, to the New York State Education Department regarding the proposed changes. Once the letter was drafted, the board would again vote on it before it was sent to the state.
The letter sent to the state in late August said the board was “concerned that the proposal is discounting the progress that has been made and the equality that has been achieved for women in sports for many years.”
“When forcing females to compete with and against biological males, the risk of injury increases,” the letter further stated. “Due to the biological differences, there have been many instances of harm to female athletes who have been forced to compete against males. Dismissing concerns about the physical safety of our female athletes as ‘protectionist’ disregards the very real biological differences that exist.”
The proposed changes will be discussed at the September meeting of the state’s Board of Regents, and if adopted, would become effective on Sept. 25.
To view the entire proposal, and learn more about the changes, visit Regents.NYSED.gov.
Across Long Island, residents follow a familiar routine once or twice a week, carrying or wheeling their bagged trash to the curb, where it is picked up by noisy trucks rolling down the streets. Businesses’ dumpsters are lifted and dumped into the trucks as well.
Not many people give much thought to where all that garbage goes after the trucks whisk it away.
But the people at Reworld do, as Herald Community Newspaper staffers learned during a tour of the waste management facility on Merchants Concourse, in Westbury, last month.
Formerly Covanta, it is one of five Reworld facilities in Nassau and Suffolk counties, and it is a scene of constant activity with trucks moving in and out. The Westbury plant handled 930,000 tons of municipal solid waste
in 2023 — a volume that would fill Madison Square Garden twice, or a line of 112,400 garbage trucks.
After the trucks dump the trash, it is sorted and then grabbed by a huge metal device that resembles the claw in the amusement-park attraction in which you try to grab a prize.
The prize here is the energy generated by incinerating all that trash, which in 2023 was enough to power 47,000 homes or charge 116,000 electric vehicles for the entire year.
Along with compacting the ash and trucking it to landfills, Reworld offers other programs that aim to treat wastewater, and to devise alternative fuel engineering, transportation and logistics for waste disposal as well as sustainable carbon offsets.
–Jeffrey Bessen
By JORDAN VALLONE jvallone@liherald.com
A new water access point part of the South Shore Blueway Trail Plan is now complete, according to the New York Department of State.
The trail is a safe, legal network of water access points for human-powered boats and sail craft, allowing people to experience Long Island’s South Shore, while protecting wildlife and their habitats, as well as the safety of trail users. The newest access point was recently completed at Newbridge Road Park in Bellmore.
The recently-completed access point connects the trail directly to another water entry spot, at Seamans Neck Park in Seaford, and to the rest of the trail, which spans the southern coast of Nassau County, encompassing the Western Bays of the South Shore Estuary Reserve. Estuaries are partially enclosed bodies of water where fresh water from rivers and streams mixes with salt water. The South Shore Estuary provides habitat for hundreds of wildlife species.
Boaters in the East Bay, which is part of the estuary, can also access the trail at the Norman J. Levy Park and Preserve in Merrick and at Wantagh Park in Wantagh.
In total, dozens of ramps and stoppage points span Nassau’s coast from Woodmere to Massapequa.
The access points at Newbridge Road Park and Seamans Neck Park include ADA-compliant mats, called “mobi-mats” — ensuring that anyone, regardless of their physical ability, can safely get in and out of a boat, according to the state. The access areas fea -
ture new, native plantings, slope stabilization efforts, silt fencing and habitat protection measures, which are all part of goals outlined in a South Shore Estuary Reserve Comprehensive Management Plan.
Gov. Kathy Hochul’s “Get Offline, Get Outside” initiative, launched earli-
er this summer to promote physical and mental health by encouraging New Yorkers to enjoy recreational spaces. They also support her Master Plan For Aging, providing access to water-based outdoor recreation for people of all ages and abilities.
Adrienne Esposito, executive director of Citizens Campaign for the Environment, a nonprofit organization that advocates for local, state and federal environmental policy, said Long Islanders love the bays and harbors, and that public access “is a meaningful part of island life.”
“Providing access points allows more residents to enjoy the scenic beauty and recreation value of our wetlands, bird life, and thriving marine life,” she said. “The more connected we are to our waters, the more we will seek to preserve, restore and protect them for future generations.”
The state’s Local Waterfront Revitalization Program has aided efforts along the South Shore Blueway Trail. The program provides grants to eligible villages, towns, cities and counties along New York’s coasts or designated inland waterways for planning, design and construction projects to revitalize communities and waterfronts.
For more on the South Shore Blueway Trail, and to see a full list of access points, visit SouthShoreBlueway.com.
By Danielle Schwab & Tim Baker
Silas Jackowitz
Age 5, Rockville Centre
I bring erasers and put keychains on my backpack. There’s sand (in one of them) so it feels like I’m at the beach. I bring my red folder with a million stickers. My favorite stickers are Pokemon. I bring Pokemon cards to school too.
Isla Salvador
Age 10, Long Beach
One thing is a good pair of shoes that will last the year. Chapstick is essential. Also, I’m bringing a new purple water bottle, my favorite color.
Michael Feeney
Age 7, North Bellmore
I bring pencils and a notebook. I bring a backpack and a lunch box with cheese and pepperoni; dark blue with sharks on them, my favorite animal. And a Pikachu stuffed animal in my backpack.
Christian Smalls
Age 15, Uniondale
A good set of pencils! I prefer the mechanical ones. Always, always have extra because you will lose some, share some, and break some. And have spares at home so you don’t have to ask your parents last minute.
Deniz Artan
Age 15, Hewlett
In my bag, I have to always have my planner, of course, because I need to make sure I know when my assignments and tests are. I have my school-issued computer and my personal computer. Typically, I have two notebooks, because I love keeping notes for every class.
By JORDAN VALLONE jvallone@liherald.com
As the summer comes to a close, there’s plenty of events for library patrons to look forward to at the East Meadow Public Library this month. Whether patrons are looking for educational resources, or something fun, there’s opportunity around for people of all ages.
For adults interesting in learning how to lower prescription drug costs, stop by one of the library’s information sessions on Monday, Sept. 16. The workshop will provide attendees with an education on how to reduce the cost of medications. There will be a workshop at 1 p.m., and one at 1 p.m.
State Assemblyman John Mikulin is hosting a Town Hall event at the library on Sept. 18, starting at 3 p.m. Mikulin, who’s up for re-election in November, will be available to meet-and-greet members of the community and hear their concerns. No registration is required, and those who attend can learn how his office can help East Meadow residents, and learn about state legislative proposals and initiatives that may be of interest to the East Meadow community.
Computer Kindergarten for Grownups is back on Sept. 20 at 10:30 a.m. This is a slow-paced, user-friendly class for
Microsoft Windows computer, class participants will learn how to the turn the computer on, explore the desktop and mouse, and understand basic elements and programs. Registration for the class
is open as of Sept. 6.
ticipants can earn an insurance reduction upon completion. All drivers are eligible, regardless of violation of accident record. The class fee includes all of the course’s material and the Department of Motor Vehicles certification. Need community service hours? There’s an opportunity to earn them on Sept. 23. Students in grades 6 through 12 will create letters to the next read, describing a favorite book. Two hours of community service will be awarded for attending this program, which begins at 7 p.m. in the young adult room. Registration will open on Sept. 9.
A blood drive will be held on Sept. 25 from 1 to 7 p.m. Appointments are preferred but walk-ins will be permitted. Call (800) 933-2566 to make an appointment. Those planning to donate should remember to eat, drink and bring an identification card with their name and photo. For a full list of safety protocols, visit NYBC.org/coronavirus.
The month will close out with Laughs at the Library on Sept. 30 at 1 p.m. Mark Brier, who’s been voted the Best Comic on Long Island, will return to offer a dose of laughs. Registration opens on Sept. 16 for his September program — but Brier will be back in October for another show.
A defensive driving course will be held at the library on Sept. 21 from 10 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. This class is for licensed drivers of all ages. Class par-
All events will take place at 1886 Front Street, in East Meadow. For events that require registration, visit EastMeadow.info, or call (516) 794-2570.
The Uniondale School District, Uniondale PTA, Uniondale Kiwanis, Alpha Phi Alpha, Uniondale My Brothers Keeper (MBK) Community, and United Way all teamed up to pack and distribute over 1,000 backpacks and school supplies to local students. The Sands New York team participated in the event both as a sponsor, donating over 200 filled packs, and as volunteers during the distribution.
Tracey Edwards, Senior Vice President and Corporate Social Responsibility Officer for Sands said, “Our team at Sands is deeply committed to the well-being and success of students in Uniondale, and we are proud to have played a role in this extraordinary community effort to provide school supplies for the upcoming year. We wish all of our local students,
parents and teachers a great year ahead!”
Janet Weekes, President of Uniondale Kiwanis, said, "This event is about setting our students up for success—and we are thrilled to have a robust group of community partners, including Sands New York—that joined us this year. We look forward to continuing to work toward uplifting our local families and students throughout the year."
“1,000 kids in Uniondale are now prepared and ready to chase their dreams during the school year ahead,” said Theresa Regnante President & Chief Executive Officer of United Way of Long Island.
“United Way is proud to be part of this event, and we are grateful to all the volunteers who helped put smiles on the faces of so many kids and their families."
Macie’s Mission 3rd Annual Pints for Pompe was a huge success, raising over $25,000 thanks to the generosity of the community and sponsors like Sands New York.The event was held at Bright Eye Beer Co. in Long Beach, packed with lively trivia, delicious beer, and fabulous company, all coming together for a fantastic cause— raising awareness and funding for Pompe disease research. Every trivia question answered, every pint poured, and every raffle ticket purchased contributed to a truly special evening.
One of Sands’ essential diversity, equity and inclusion priorities is to create a supportive and nourishing culture that offers growth and development opportunities for all Team Members. A key way this commitment to inclusion and advancement comes to life is through Uni+ed, the Team Member resource group for LGBTQ+ community members and their allies.
“Uni+ed was created to support four core pillars; education, professional development, networking and community engagement,” according to Christopher Melton, who is senior vice president of global premium account management and serves as executive sponsor for Uni+ed. “I think we have largely accomplished what we had set out to do—but I think what Uni+ed has also successfully done is give people a chance to get to know one another, connect in a different way, as well as have a place to be their authentic selves.”
Educational programs to advance professional acumen and community engagement initiatives that benefit local causes as well as unite members have emerged as Uni+ed’s leading offerings.
Developmental sessions have spanned an array of topics such as working successfully in teams, cultivating emotional intelligence for successful interpersonal relationships, and learning about and navigating issues in the LGBTQ+ community via curriculum from The Safe Zone Project. Volunteer engagements have included packing food kits, assembling hygiene supplies and participating in fundraising walks to support local organizations.
Tracey Edwards, Senior Vice President and Corporate Social
Responsibility Officer for Sands New York said, “We look forward to introducing Uni+ed to our future New York employees when the Long Island resort is built.Through our partnerships and giving, Sands has already done so much good on Long Island, and this will be one more way for us to have an impact both within the organization and as a way to connect us with the greater community.”
Nina Khatami, senior global information governance manager, joined Uni+ed a year ago. “Uni+ed has been a really nice way to connect with people outside of my own department, an opportunity to come together and create connections beyond just day-today business interactions. You
see people more fully and get so much more perspective about who your co-workers are. It’s really refreshing.”
Khatami also noted the strength of the group’s professional development and education programs, some of which have been replicated for other Sands departments following their rollout through Uni+ed.
“I’m really proud of our professional development programs, which are applicable to anyone,” Khatami said. “One of the first sessions we did was about the five most common dysfunctions of a team, based on learnings from a book by Patrick Lencioni. It was so successful and well-received that other groups and departments have
asked the instructor to repeat the session. We get to share this wealth of knowledge so that everyone benefits. It has absolutely enhanced our corporate culture.”
Other education programs offered by Uni+ed have focused on emotional intelligence and the history and experience of the LGBTQ+ community, which included a session on the community’s portrayal in media and pop culture offered during Pride Month 2024.
The group also aims to empower people in being and becoming allies and is planning an allyship session this year.
“Allyship looks different every year,” Khatami noted. “This is a great time to learn more and for people to understand how to support the LGBTQ+ community now.”
For Jack Bonner, senior corporate communications manager, the group’s community engagement and volunteer work has been a highlight. “The most meaningful part of Uni+ed for me has been the volunteer work, because I believe it’s really important to help people when I can. We got to work together as a group to help others, and I also got to know my colleagues a bit more too.”
Community initiatives have included packing food kits for the Just One Project, Southern Nevada’s largest food pantry, by processing food supplies for more than 300 people facing food insecurity in Southern Nevada; participating in Aid for AIDS in Nevada’s (AFAN) AIDS Walk; and volunteering at The LGBTQ+ Center of Southern Nevada to assemble kits with hygiene and personal care supplies for distribution to people in need.
Edwards continued, “There are endless opportunities for our
This summer Sands marked Plastic Free July, an initiative aimed at raising awareness about the environmental impact of plastic waste and pollution, especially single-use plastics. The campaign encourages individuals and organizations worldwide to reduce plastic use and eliminate plastic waste while exploring sustainable alternatives that can inspire meaningful change.
Plastic waste is a growing environmental problem. The United Nations Environmental Programme estimates that 400 million tons of plastic waste are produced every year. If current trends continue, global production of primary plastic is forecasted to reach 1,100 million tons by 2050, further exacerbating the issue.
These figures highlight how pervasive plastic has become, particularly in product packaging. Approximately 36% of all plastics produced are used in packaging, including single-use plastic products for food and beverage containers. Around 85% of these containers end up in landfills or as unregulated waste.
Oceans are among the largest recipients of this waste, with estimates suggesting 75199 million tons of plastic are currently in our oceans. Without significant changes in plastic production, use, and disposal, the amount of plastic waste entering aquatic ecosystems could nearly triple by 2040.
For these reasons, Sands has made addressing plastic and packaging one of its top environmental priorities across its properties worldwide. The company is actively working to replace these materials with sustainable alternatives and has established mechanisms to
responsibly manage plastic waste.
“The nature of our business requires products and amenities that have been heavily reliant on plastics, but we have taken a committed and methodical approach to determining where we can eliminate, reduce, and reuse to be more sustainable,” said Katarina Tesarova, senior vice president and chief sustainability officer. “We have prioritized solutions for our highest-volume plastic products and strive to eliminate single-use items that are more prone to escaping into the environment.”
A primary plastic-reduction priority has been a multi-year effort to replace Sands-branded plastic water bottles with reusable or sustainable alternatives. The company aims for 100% replacement by 2025. By the end of 2023, Sands had incorporated sustainable solutions in 61% of branded water bottles across its properties. Sands properties around the world have been actively incorporating reusable options into other plastic applications. For example, efforts include exploring refill stations and reducing single-use plastics in guest amenities and backof-house operations.
Efforts are also underway to reduce plastic use in kitchens and food service areas. Sands properties have begun eliminating plastic cling wrap, identifying top uses such as food preparation and storage. This transition requires
new processes and behavior changes, but initial efforts have shown promise.
In addition, Sands properties are piloting the use of eco-friendly containers for the distribution of spirits in bars and restaurants, which are then returned to distributors for refilling and redelivery, reducing waste from single-use containers.
Laundry service is another area where plastics have been prevalent, and Sands is committed to removing these items from operations. For example, Team Members are now provided with reusable laundry bags for uniform washes, projected to eliminate thousands of single-use plastic bags annually.
Sands properties also work with laundry suppliers to reuse hangers and eliminate unnecessary plastic clips, contributing to significant reductions in plastic waste. Additionally, used laundry baskets are repurposed or donated rather than sent to landfills.
“We take a holistic approach to reducing plastic waste in all areas of our business and continually look for new ways to address society's reliance on plastics,” Tesarova said. “We are in sync with the goals of Plastic Free July and committed to advancing its ideals.”
Sands’ efforts to reduce reliance on plastics are guided by the Sands ECO360 global sustainability program. To learn more about the company’s environmental priorities and performance, read the latest ESG report: https:// www.sands.com/resources/reports/.
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Sands team to impact the people of Long Island, and we’ve already begun establishing those relationships and building out all types of efforts to help them achieve their goals. Bringing in a robust force of employee volunteers, once the resort is built and open, will be absolutely lifechanging.”
Community engagement and volunteerism have been inspiring aspects for Melton as well, and the volunteer service at The Center, where Melton serves on the board of directors, was a stand-out. “The energy and fun that came from Team Members that day was so special for me,” he said. “Days like that show how much Sands cares about our community, and it’s just a wonderful experience to have with your colleagues outside of our workplace.”
Bonner also sees the positive impact and cohesion cultivated through Uni+ed’s events and experiences. “I think Uni+ed and employee
resource groups like it really help Team Members form bonds that might not exist otherwise. Uni+ed makes our corporate culture stronger and lets people see tangible support for the LGBTQ+ community.”
Looking ahead, Melton is working with the group to find ways for Uni+ed to build on its success and encourage more Team Members to participate. The group is planning a social outing to celebrate members’ recent professional achievements and advancements and an educational session to assist with public speaking skills. Members also will attend The Center’s Honorarium, the organization’s annual gala fundraising event, on behalf of Sands. “I would love to see more people who don’t necessarily consider themselves allies right now come to our programs to learn how important their support can be,” he said. “I also hope that Team Members who are still in their journey
to come out know they have a welcoming workplace where they can find compassion and encouragement.”
Melton also wants people to know that Uni+ed has support at the very highest levels of the company to grow in ways that can best support the needs of the community.
“While Uni+ed is very much run and directed by the group’s members, our leadership team wants to ensure that the group remains vital and responsive to what members might need or want to do. Uni+ed has given our Team Members a chance to come together, get to know one another, but it also demonstrates Sands’ support for the LGBTQ+ community as a whole.” To learn more about Sands’ workplace and community DEI initiatives, read the latest ESG report: https://www.sands.com/resources/ reports/.
Sands New York announced the launch of its refreshed website, SandsNewYork.com, where visitors can explore detailed information about the vast initiatives and partnerships initiated since the project was first announced in January 2023. The new website reflects the overall and stillevolving vision for the project, and is reflective of the ongoing and extensive research, community engagement, and collaboration with local stakeholders. The site illustrates Sands’ goal to create a world-class destination that honors the legacy of the Nassau Veterans Memorial Coliseum and the character of Nassau County while setting a new standard for hospitality and entertainment on
Long Island.
"As the project advances through local and state processes, transparency and community engagement remain our top priorities. This refreshed website will be a vital tool in fulfilling those commitments to stakeholders and the community," said Ron Reese, Senior Vice President of Global Communications and Corporate Affairs at Sands. "The new site reflects the overall vision for the project, which is beginning to take shape through ongoing collaboration with local leaders, working groups, and community meetings. We're dedicated to providing Nassau County residents with the facts and creating a vibrant destination that benefits the local
economy and enhances the quality of life for everyone."
In addition to new renderings and video testimonials, the new website will serve as a platform to share Sands’ collective vision with the Long Island community. It includes a news page, demonstrating Sands' local achievements, and pages for small business owners to join a supplier database. The website offers current, detailed information about the property's expected features and it will be updated as the project progresses.
Sands New York's evolving vision for the resort includes input from a wide range of community outreach programs, working groups, and collaborations with dozens of
local leaders. These efforts have included partnerships with some of Long Island’s most respected institutions, including United Way, Nassau Council of Chambers of Commerce, Long Island Federation of Labor, AFL-CIO, the Building and Construction Trades Council of Nassau and Suffolk Counties, Family and Children’s Association (FCA), NAACP New York State Conference, Long Island Association, Nassau Community College, Long Island University, Citizens Campaign for the Environment and many more. By working with local leaders and organizations, Sands will ensure that the project reflects the values and priorities of the community.
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Administrators and teachers in the East Meadow School District officially welcomed students back for the start of the 2024-25 academic year.
They were greeted with enthusiasm by students at all levels and spent the first day getting to know each other, reviewing policies and delving into academic lessons. Additionally, Superintendent of Schools Kenneth Rosner visited schools throughout the district to greet teachers and students. It was a great day filled with lots of smiles and excitement for the year ahead in the East Meadow school community.
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Muffin
Apple Crisp
By Karen Bloom
Autumn’s many pleasures are upon us — and nothing says fall more than a visit to the apple orchards. September invigorates our spirits with all that makes this short-lived time of year so special: those crisp juicy apples, cider, pumpkins, harvest fairs. So gather everyone together and set out for a day of apple picking.
While apple season gets into high gear about now, there’s still time to pick through mid October, according to area growers.
Growers have plenty of apples for everyone to enjoy, including such favorites as Zestar, Macoun, HoneyCrisp, and, of course the perrenial Red Delicious, For eating straight from the bushel basket or off the tree, choose from the crisp juicy varieties: the old favorite McIntosh; the dense tart Granny Smith; the super-crisp, sweetly tart HoneyCrisp; the tart, juicy Paula Red; along with the more “exotic” varieties, such as Cortland, Empire, Jonagold and Crispin (also known as Mutsu).
Use McIntosh or Cortland for baking. Cortlands are a favorite cooking apple because their sweetness comes through so that less sugar is needed. They are also great in salads and good to eat as is, Rome and Empire are also favored for baking, as are Fuji, Crispin and Ginger Gold. In pies, a mix of varieties brings out the best flavor. Try Crispin, Cortland, Rome, Granny Smith, and Northern Spy. For applesauce, try the Paula Red. And, of course, local farms are pressing those delicious batches of cider throughout the fall, and urge everyone to continue to “buy local.” When get home with your bounty, make some yummy apple treats.
Start off your morning with some apple goodness.
Muffins:
• 2 cups New York State Empire apples, coarsely chopped
• 2 cups flour
• 3/4 cup brown sugar
• 1/2 cup sugar
• 2 teaspoons baking soda
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1 1/2 teaspoons cinnamon
• 1/2 teaspoon cloves
• 1/8 teaspoon nutmeg
• 1/2 cup raisins
• 1/2 cup walnuts
Don’t Stop Me Now…’ Queen-mania keeps on rockin’ as Killer Queen returns to the Paramount stage, with their homage to the beloved band. Formed in the UK in 1993, Killer Queen played their first public shows at London University, following in the footsteps of the real Queen who had their first shows there 22 years earlier. Even though the band never had any connection to Queen officially, their reputation continued to grow both in the UK and abroad. Fronted by Patrick Myers as Freddie Mercury, critics have described Myers’ resemblance to Freddie Mercury as “spooky;” his uncanny likeness was further proven when he recorded a #1 hit single singing as Freddie Mercury on Fat Boy Slim’s “The Real Life.” Their expert musicianship, extraordinary energy, and accurate portrayal of the world’s greatest live band has rightfully earned them the title of Queen Royalty.
• 3 eggs, slightly beaten
• 1/2 cup butter, melted
• 4 ounces cream cheese, cut into small pieces
• 1/2 teaspoon vanilla
Topping:
• 1/2 cup walnuts
• 1/2 cup brown sugar
• 1/2 cup flour
• 1 teaspoon cinnamon
• 1 teaspoon lemon peel, grated
• 2 tablespoons melted butter
Combine topping ingredients and set aside. Combine flour, sugar, salt, spices and baking soda, and set aside. Combine apples, raisins, walnuts, eggs, butter, cream cheese, and vanilla. Add dry ingredients, a little at a time, to the apple mixture. Stir until just combined. Do not over-mix. Portion batter into muffin papers; sprinkle with topping. Bake at 375° F for 20-25 minutes. Makes two dozen muffins.
Apple Crisp
This warm and cozy crisp is the perfect fall treat.
• 2 tablespoons butter
• 1/4 cup brown sugar
• 5 whole apples of your choice (peeled and sliced)
For crumble:
• 1 cup brown sugar
• 1/2 cup flour
• 1 cup old fashioned oats
• 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
• 1/3 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 cup almonds
• 1 tablespoon stick butter, melted
• 1/2 teaspoon vanilla
Preheat oven to 350° F. Butter an 8-inch pie glass baking dish. In a bowl toss apples, 2 tablespoons of butter and brown sugar together. Then pour apple mixture into pie glass baking dish. Set to the side. In a medium bowl mix brown sugar, flour, oatmeal, cinnamon, and salt together. Mix well. Then add in almonds, butter, and vanilla. Mix with hands to bring mixture together. Then top your apple mixture with oatmeal brown sugar mixture and place in the oven for 40 minutes. Remove from oven and serve with vanilla ice cream or eat on it’s own.
Thursday, Sept. 19, 8 p.m., $54.50, $44.50, $39.50, $29.50. The Paramount, 370 New York Ave., Huntington. Tickets available at Ticketmaster.com or ParamountNY. com.
The Long Island Fair, Old Bethpage Village’s authentic recreation of a 19th century county fair, always is a welcome fall event. This popular annual festival offers an appealing glimpse of days gone by. Stilt walkers traverse the grounds, entertainers enthrall families with puppets, juggling and storytelling, in addition to performances by brass bands, fiddlers and special guests. Historical demonstrations, agricultural displays and competitions, livestock shows, tractor rides, Civil War and Rough Rider reenactments bring the 19th century alive. The fair has been a part of Long Island history for 180 years — first known as the Queens County Fair when it was sponsored by The Agricultural Society of Queens, Nassau, and Suffolk Counties.
Friday through Sunday, Sept. 13-15, 10 a.m.-5 p.m. $20, $15 ages 5-12 and seniors. 1303 Round Swamp Road, Old Bethpage. For information, contact (516) 572-8409 or visit OldBethpageVillageRestoration.org.
Sept. 20
‘The “British Invasion” returns anew, when “1964 The Tribute” takes its audience on a musical journey back to that unforgettable era in rock history, on the Paramount stage, Friday, Sept. 20, 8 p.m. Since the early 1980s, this reincarnation of the Fab Four has been thrilling audiences all over the globe with what Rolling Stone Magazine has called the “Best Beatles tribute on earth.” Choosing songs from the pre-Sgt. Pepper era, “1964” astonishingly recreates an early ‘60s live Beatles concert, with period instruments, clothing, hairstyles, and onstage banter. The band focuses on the quintessential moment in history, when The Beatles actually played before a live audience.
Only a precious few got to experience when The Beatles toured the world in the early ‘60s. Who actually felt the “mania” that brought them to world acclaim. Today, all that remains are a few scant memories and some captured images in pictures and on poor quality film and video. “1964” meticulously re-creates the “magic of those live performances with artful precision and unerring accuracy. For those that never saw The Beatles live and always wanted to know what it must have been like, this may be as close as anyone could possibly get — to feel the magic. $65, $40, $30, $19.64. The Paramount, 370 New York Ave., Huntington. Tickets available at Ticketmaster.com or ParamountNY.com.
Sept. 19
Join author Richard Panchyk for fascinating look at life in the Westbury area just before and after the completion of the Phipps mansion, Westbury House, in 1906, at Old Westbury Gardens’ lecture program, Thursday, Sept. 19, 7-9 p.m. Placing the building of the estate in context with the events and innovations of the time reveals a rapidly changing landscape, both figuratively and literally, and a better understanding of what Old Westbury Gardens represents. With refreshments. $15 nonmembers, $5 members. Old Westbury Gardens, 71 Old Westbury Rd., Old Westbury. For information and tickets, visit OldWestburyGardens.org or contact (516) 333-0048.
The Alzheimer’s Foundation of America hosts its annual Walk in the Park fundraiser, at Eisenhower Park, Thursday, Sept. 28. The walk kicks off with an opening ceremony at 10 a.m. at the park’s Field 6. Those who raise $100 or more will have an opportunity to meet retired baseball player Dwight Gooden, who’s joining the walk’s efforts as an ambassador. For more information, visit ALZFdn.org/walk.
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, Sept. 21, 9, 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.
Bingo at Beth-El
Get your game on at a weekly bingo game at East Meadow Beth-El Jewish Center starting at 6 p.m. Prizes, progressive games, bell jar prizes and refreshments will be provided. Proof of vaccination is required. 1400 Prospect Ave., in East Meadow. For information, contact (516) 4834205.
Bring the kids to make some discoveries about mushrooms at Long Island Children’s Museum’s drop-in program, Sunday, Sept. 29, 1-3 p.m. Did you know that some mushrooms can glow in the dark? Learn about the 113 species of mushroom that are considered bioluminescent, due to a chemical reaction that attracts bugs to help spread mushroom spores. Stop by to learn about these amazing fungi and make a glowing mushroom craft to bring home. Long Island Children’s Museum, Museum Row, Garden City. (516) 224-5800 or LICM.org.
See some birds with the South Shore Audubon Society. All are welcome to join members for the next in its series of bird walks, at Hempstead Lake State Park, Saturday, Sept. 14, starting at 9 a.m. Meet at Field 3 (use second park entrance and make an immediate left turn). Walk leaders, other birders and nature enthusiasts are happy to share their knowledge and experience with you. Bring binoculars. To register, text your name and contact information to (516) 467-9498. No walk if rain. Text regarding questionable weather. For more information, visit SSAudubon.org.
Tribute concert
Plaza
Theatricals continues its tribute series, Sunday, Sept. 15, 2:30 p.m., with “Mirror of Mathis.”
Vocalist-impressionist David Robbins thrills audiences with his 90-minute tribute to Johnny Mathis. His uncanny likeness and vocals that sound just like Mathis will leave you spellbound.
Singing along with Johnny Mathis since he was a youngster, by age 12 he was imitating Mathis and has been doing it ever since, delighting all. He performs at the Elmont Library Theatre, 700 Hempstead Tpke., Elmont. $40, $35 seniors. Elmont. For tickets, call (516) 599-6870 or visit PlazaTheatrical.com.
Visit Pinot’s Palette for a fun-filled art class, where demonstrators will teach participants how to create and autumn inspired painting, Monday, Sept. 23, 7:30 p.m. $48 fee; spots are limited. Full menu available, with bar. 2557 Hempstead Turnpike. For more information, visit PinotsPallette.com.
Sands Point Preserve is the backdrop to explore the elegant Gold Coast home that’s the centerpiece of the estate, Wednesday, Sept. 25, noon-1 p.m. Visit the grand rooms inside the massive 50,000-squarefoot Tudor-style mansion, the former summer residence of Gilded Age financier Howard Gould and later Daniel and Florence Guggenheim. Tours are limited in size and tend to sell out. Arrive early to purchase tickets. $10. Sands Point Preserve, 127 Middle Neck Road. For information, visit SandsPointPreserveConservancy. org or call (516) 571-7901.
Cornell Cooperative Extension of Nassau County presents their farmers’ market, showcasing farm-fresh and locally-made foods among many other goods, at Eisenhower Park, Parking Field 8, every Saturday, through Oct. 26, 9 a.m.-12 p.m. For more information, visit CCENassau.org.
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WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 18TH | 12:00PM-2:00PM
ON THE MOBILE STAGE AT PARKING FIELD #1.
FREE ADMISSION | Bring Blankets or Chairs Weather permitting, call 516-572-0200 for up-to-date information.
Before the event, be sure to check out Nassau’s top-notch Restaurants, Golf Courses, Beaches and Shopping. Nassau is back and open for business!
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 will 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.
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In support of Breast Cancer Awareness Month, the Art League of Long Island presents “Retrospect - The Individual Art of Collaboration in Reconstructive Surgery.” The exhibit delves into the interplay between personal artistry and collaborative efforts in the context of breast reconstruction, showcasing how the healing process can transcend medicine to become an inspiring narrative of restoration and personal resilience. This unique exhibition explores the intersection of medicine and art through the lens of two accomplished breast reconstruction surgeons, Dr. Ron Israeli and Dr. Jonathan Bank, whose careers and artistic endeavors are deeply intertwined.
The works on display show the multifaceted nature of artistic expression in medicine and surgery. Their work emphasizes the importance of collaborative creativity in the healing process, offering viewers a unique perspective on the emotional and physical aspects of breast reconstruction. On view Sept. 28 through Oct. 18. Jeanie Tengelsen Gallery at Art League of Long Island, 107 East Deer Park Road, Dix Hills. Visit artleagueli.org for more information.
By MELISSA BERMAN mberman@liherald.com
Dairy Barns across Nassau County are being transformed into Ready Coffee stores, part of a chain headquartered in New York’s Hudson Valley.
The first store opened in 2019, in Wappingers Falls. Area locations will include Baldwin, East Meadow, Franklin Square, Freeport, Glen Cove, Hewlett, Lynbrook and Oceanside. The grand opening of Baldwin’s store, on Atlantic Avenue, will take place later this fall, and Glen Cove’s will be scheduled in the winter.
Dairy Barn, a chain of Long Island convenience stores, was founded in 1939 by Edgar Cosman, and later expanded by his son, Dieter Cosman.
“We got connected to the family that owns what remains of most of the Dairy Barns locations, and they were looking to sell the properties,” Ready Coffee Founder Jed Bonnem, who lives in the Hudson Valley, explained. “We came to an agreement with them to acquire the properties, and it was a mutually beneficial thing with the family.”
The Dairy Barns are transformed with complete renovations, keeping the basic structure but making them new, fresh and clean, Bonnem said.
“It’s a design that our customers have really come to love — it’s a fresh design and really updates the site,” he added. “It really turns something that was old into something new, and there’s a lot of good energy around our designs.”
Bonnem said he was excited to bring Ready Coffee’s drinks to Long Island and expand its customer base. “We think it’s really well suited for our type of coffee company . . .,” he said. “We make really great craft coffee and service, so we think it’s going to be a
great fit for Long Island, where people have busy lives and want great coffee and service.”
Going up against some of the biggest coffee companies in the world, Ready Coffee plans to promote itself by using social media and connecting with local publications.
“We have a strong social media following,” Emily Jordan, the company’s director of marketing, said, “and we use our social media quite a bit to promote our new store offerings.”
“We expect to open Baldwin later this fall,” she said, “and we will be announcing a specific opening
day on our social media channels.”
Ready Coffee’s brew is produced at its craft roasting facility in the Hudson Valley. Its menu consists of handmade coffee drinks, specialty teas, energy drinks, fruit smoothies, shakes and drinks for kids.
“We’re very excited to get Baldwin open, and we’re excited for all of our Nassau County locations,” Bonnem said.
They chain offers free drinks all day during a grand opening. For more on the Baldwin and Glen Cove stores’ opening dates, follow @readycoffeeco on Instagram.
LEGAL NOTICE
NOTICE OF FORMATION OF LIMITED LIABILITY
COMPANY. NAME: Rainbow Meadows DS, LLC. Articles of Organization were filed with the Secretary of State of New York, (SSNY) on 7/10/2024. NY Office location: Nassau County. SSNY has been designated as agent of the LLC upon whom process against it may be served. SSNY shall mail a copy of the process to: 263 Pontiac Pl. East Meadow, NY, 11554. Purpose: To engage in any lawful act or activity. 148572
LEGAL NOTICE
SUPREME COURT OF THE STATE OF NEW YORK COUNTY OF NASSAU
UMB BANK, NATIONAL ASSOCIATION, LEGAL TITLE TRUSTEE FOR LVS TITLE TRUST 2018-1, -againstINA I. ABELIS ESPOSITO, 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 September 28, 2023, wherein UMB BANK, NATIONAL ASSOCIATION, LEGAL TITLE TRUSTEE FOR LVS
TITLE TRUST 2018-1 is the Plaintiff and INA I. ABELIS ESPOSITO, 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 1, 2024 at 2:30PM, premises known as 283 MERRICK AVENUE, EAST MEADOW, NY 11554; and the following tax map identification: 50-462-4. ALL THAT CERTAIN PLOT, PIECE OR PARCEL OF LAND, SITUATED, LYING AND BEING AT EAST MEADOW, TOWN OF HEMPSTEAD, COUNTY OF NASSAU AND STATE OF NEW YORK Premises will be sold subject to provisions of filed Judgment Index No.: 612311/2020. Brian J. Davis, 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. 148678
LEGAL NOTICE NOTICE OF SALE SUPREME COURT COUNTY OF NASSAU Flagstar Bank, N.A., Plaintiff AGAINST Kelvin Puello a/k/a Kelvin R.
Puello, Wendy Puello, Defendant(s) Pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale duly entered July 5, 2024, 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 September 27, 2024 at 2:30PM, premises known as 518 Benine Road, Westbury, NY 11590. All that certain plot piece or parcel of land, with the buildings and improvements erected, situate, lying and being in the Incorporated Village of Westbury, County of Nassau and State of New York, Section: 10, Block: 325, Lot: 6. Approximate amount of judgment $715,871.39 plus interest and costs. Premises will be sold subject to provisions of filed Judgment Index #602386/2020. The aforementioned auction will be conducted in accordance with the NASSAU County COVID-19 Protocols located on the Office of Court Administration (OCA) website (https://ww2.nycourts.gov /Admin/oca.shtml) and as such all persons must comply with social distancing, wearing masks and screening practices in effect at the time of this foreclosure sale. If proper social distancing cannot be maintained or there are other health or safety concerns, then the court appointed referee will cancel the foreclosure auction. Foreclosure Auctions will be held “Rain or Shine” For sale information, please visit Auction.com at www.Auction.com or call (800) 280-2832. Wayne Wink, Esq., Referee Frenkel Lambert Weiss Weisman & Gordon, LLP 53 Gibson Street Bay Shore, NY 11706 01-093408-F00 81697 148626
LEGAL NOTICE NOTICE OF ADOPTION OF TOWN OF HEMPSTEAD LOCAL LAW NO. 60-2024
PLEASE TAKE NOTICE that, pursuant to Article 9 of the New York State Constitution, the provisions of the Town Law and the Municipal Home Rule Law of the State of New York, both as amended, a public hearing was duly called and held September 4th, 2024 , by the Town Board of the Town of Hempstead on the proposed adoption of Town of Hempstead Local Law No. 60-2024, and following the close of the hearing the Town Board duly adopted Town of Hempstead Local Law No. 60-2024, amending Section 202-50 of the Code of the Town of Hempstead, to include and repeal “HEAD-IN PARKING ONLY” at various locations.
Dated: September 4, 2024
Hempstead, New York BY ORDER OF THE TOWN BOARD OF THE TOWN OF HEMPSTEAD
DONALD X. CLAVIN, JR. Supervisor
KATE MURRAY Town Clerk 148863
LEGAL NOTICE CASE NO.21527
RESOLUTION NO. 877-2024
Adopted: September 4, 2024
Councilmember Dunne offered the following resolution and moved its adoption: RESOLUTION ESTABLISHING AND SETTING ASIDE CERTAIN PARKING SPACES FOR MOTOR VEHICLES FOR THE SOLE USE OF HOLDERS OF SPECIAL PARKING PERMITS
ISSUED BY THE COUNTY OF NASSAU TO PHYSICALLY HANDICAPPED PERSONS.
WHEREAS, pursuant to Resolution No. 867-2024, adopted August 6th, 2024, a public hearing was duly held on the day of September 4th, 2024, at the Town Meeting Pavilion, Hempstead Town Hall, 1 Washington Street, Hempstead, New York, on the proposed establishment and setting aside of a certain parking space for motor vehicles for the sole use of holders of special parking permits issued by the County of Nassau to physically handicapped persons, in accordance with Section 202-48 of the Code of the Town of Hempstead, all as set forth in said resolution; and WHEREAS, after due consideration, this Town Board finds it to be in the public interest to establish and set aside a certain parking space for motor vehicles for the sole use of holders of special parking permits issued by the County of Nassau to physically handicapped persons; NOW, THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that in accordance with Section 202-48 of the Code of the Town of Hempstead, the following parking spaces be and the same hereby is set aside for the sole use of holders of special parking permits issued by the County of Nassau to physically handicapped persons:
EAST MEADOW
MARIAN COURT - north side, starting at a point 55 feet east of the east curbline of Prospect Avenue, east for a distance of 20 feet.
(TH-332/24)
ELMONT
BRADFORD AVENUEnorth side, starting at a point 75 feet west of the west curbline of Melrose Street, west for a distance of 20 feet.
(TH-341/24)
COURT STREET - south side, starting at a point 29 feet east of the east curbline of Covert Avenue, east for a distance of 20 feet.
(TH-311/24)
TRAVIS AVENUE - east side, startingat a point 455 feet south of the south curbline of Surprise Street, south for a distance of 20 feet.
(TH-316/24)
VIRGINIA DRIVE - east side, starting at a point 148 feet west of the west curbline of Robert Avenue, north for a distance of 20 feet.
(TH-310/24)
HEWLETT
THOMAS STREET - west side, starting at a point 273 feet south of the south curbline of Franklin Avenue, south for a distance of 20 feet.
(TH-322/24)
ROOSEVELT
EAST PENNYWOOD
AVENUE - north side, starting at a point 169 feet east of the east curbline of Park Avenue, east for a distance of 18 feet.
(TH-318/24)
BRANCH PLACE - north side, starting at a point 50 feet east of the east curbline of Linden Place, east for a distance of 20 feet.
(TH-283/24)
UNION STREET - west side, starting at a point 181 feet south of the south curbline of Forest Avenue, south for a distance of 20 feet.
(TH-347/24)
UNIONDALE
PEMBROOK STREETnorth side, starting at a point 40 feet east of the east curbline of Ruxton Street, east for a distance of 20 feet.
(TH-292/24)
WEST HEMPSTEAD
EUSTON ROAD SOUTHeast side, starting at a point 75 feet south of the south curbline of 7th Street, south for a distance of 20 feet.
(TH-281/24)
; and, BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Town Clerk shall enter this resolution in the minutes of the Town Board and shall publish a copy of this resolution once a newspaper having a general circulation in the Town of Hempstead and shall post a copy hereof on the signboard maintained by her, and file in her office affidavits of such publication and posting. The foregoing resolution was seconded by Councilmember Miller and adopted upon roll call as follows: AYES: SEVEN (7) NOES: NONE (0) 148866
Items were stolen from a car while parked on Pearsall Place in Merrick on Aug. 30.
A catalytic converter was stolen from a parked car on Bergen Street in Bellmore on Sept. 2.
A catalytic converter was stolen from a parked car on Court Street in North Bellmore on Sept. 2.
The prescription drug Modafinil was stolen from a vehicle on Park Place
and Hughes Street in Bellmore on Sept. 2.
Xuechao Chen, 26, was arrested for allegedly shoplifting at Walmart on Hempstead Turnpike in East Meadow on Aug. 29.
Casey L Angelo, 41, was arrested for allegedly shoplifting at Walmart on Hempstead Turnpike in East Meadow on Aug. 29.
People named in Crime Watch items as having been arrested and charged with violations or crimes are only suspected of committing those acts of which they are accused. They are all presumed to be innocent of those charges until and unless found guilty in a court of law.
LEGAL NOTICE NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING BY THE BOARD OF APPEALS
Pursuant to New York State Town Law Article 16, New York State Public Officers Law Article 7, and the Town of Hempstead Building Zone Ordinance, NOTICE is hereby given that the BOARD OF APPEALS of the Town of Hempstead will hold a public hearing in the Old Town Hall, 350 Front Street, Room 230, Second Floor, Hempstead, New York on 09/18/2024 at 9:30 A.M. to consider the following applications and appeals:
THE FOLLOWING CASES WILL BE CALLED STARTING AT 9:30 AM 579/24. EAST MEADOWUniondale Venture Partners, Renewal of grant to use part of premises for coinoperated laundromat (37 washers & 24 dryers)., E/s Merrick Ave., 151.05’ N/o Warren St., a/k/a 351-353 Merrick Ave.
ALL PAPERS PERTAINING TO THE ABOVE HEARING ARE AVAILABLE FOR INSPECTION AT THE BOARD OF APPEALS, TOWN HALL, 1 WASHINGTON STREET, HEMPSTEAD, NY 11550. This notice is only for new cases in East Meadow within Town of Hempstead jurisdiction. There are additional cases in different hamlets, towns and villages on the Board of Appeals calendar. The full calendar is available at https://hempsteadny.gov/ 509/Board-of-Appeals The internet address of the website streaming for this meeting is https://hempsteadny.gov/ 576/Live-Streaming-Video Interested parties may appear at the above time and place. At the call of the Chairman, the Board will consider decisions on the foregoing and those on the Reserve Decision calendar and such other matters as may properly come before it. 148868
LEGAL NOTICE
NOTICE OF ADOPTION OF TOWN OF HEMPSTEAD LOCAL LAW NO. 58-2024
PLEASE TAKE NOTICE that, pursuant to Article 9 of the New York State Constitution, the provisions of the Town Law and the Municipal Home Rule Law of the State of New York, both as amended, a public hearing was duly called and held September 4th, 2024, by the Town Board of the Town of Hempstead on the proposed adoption of Town of Hempstead Local Law No. 58-2024, and following the close of the hearing the Town Board duly adopted Town of Hempstead Local Law No. 58-2024, amending Section 197-5 of the Code of the Town of Hempstead, to include “ARTERIAL STOPS” at various locations. Dated: September 4, 2024 Hempstead, New York BY ORDER OF THE TOWN BOARD OF THE TOWN OF HEMPSTEAD DONALD X. CLAVIN, JR. Supervisor KATE MURRAY Town Clerk 148861
LEGAL NOTICE
Mount Sinai South Nassau Transitional Care Unit (TCU) Notice of Nondiscriminatory Policy It is the policy of Mount Sinai South Nassau TCU not to discriminate on the basis of race, creed, religion, color, national origin, gender, handicap, disability, blindness, source of sponsorship, source of payment, marital status, age, sexual preference, genetic disposition or carrier status in employment or in the admission, retention and care of residents and patients. All persons and organizations that have occasion to either refer prospective residents or patients to Mount Sinai South Nassau TCU are advised to follow this nondiscriminatory policy. 148083
LEGAL NOTICE
NOTICE OF ADOPTION OF TOWN OF HEMPSTEAD
LOCAL LAW NO. 56-2024
PLEASE TAKE NOTICE that, pursuant to Article 9 of the New York State Constitution, the provisions of the Town Law and the Municipal Home Rule Law of the State of New York, both as amended, a public hearing was duly called and held September 4th, 2024 , by the Town Board of the Town of Hempstead on the proposed adoption of Town of Hempstead Local Law No. 56-2024, and following the close of the hearing the Town Board duly adopted Town of Hempstead Local Law No. 56-2024, amending Chapter 202 of the Code of the Town of Hempstead, to include and repeal “REGULATIONS & RESTRICTIONS” to limit parking at various locations.
Dated: September 4, 2024 Hempstead, New York BY ORDER OF THE TOWN BOARD OF THE TOWN OF HEMPSTEAD
DONALD X. CLAVIN, JR. Supervisor
KATE MURRAY Town Clerk 148859
LEGAL NOTICE
NOTICE OF ADOPTION OF TOWN OF HEMPSTEAD LOCAL LAW NO. 57-2024
PLEASE TAKE NOTICE that, pursuant to Article 9 of the New York State Constitution, the provisions of the Town Law and the Municipal Home Rule Law of the State of New York, both as amended, a public hearing was duly called and held September 4th, 2024, by the Town Board of the Town of Hempstead on the proposed adoption of Town of Hempstead Local Law No. 57-2024, and following the close of the hearing the Town Board duly adopted Town of Hempstead Local Law No. 57-2024, amending Section 202-1 of the Code
of the Town of Hempstead, to include “PARKING OR STANDING PROHIBITIONS” at various locations.
Dated: September 4, 2024 Hempstead, New York BY ORDER OF THE TOWN BOARD OF THE TOWN OF HEMPSTEAD
DONALD X. CLAVIN, JR.
Supervisor
KATE MURRAY Town Clerk 148860
LEGAL NOTICE NOTICE OF SALE SUPREME COURT COUNTY OF NASSAU, U.S. BANK NATIONAL ASSOCIATION AS LEGAL TITLE TRUSTEE FOR TRUMAN 2016 SC6 TITLE TRUST, Plaintiff, vs. JANET ROBERTS, ET AL., Defendant(s). Pursuant to an Order Confirming Referee Report and Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale duly entered on January 11, 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 16, 2024 at 2:00 p.m., premises known as 1167 Warwick Street, Uniondale, NY 11553. 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 50, Block 7 and Lots 91-92. Approximate amount of judgment is $408,344.99 plus interest and costs. Premises will be sold subject to provisions of filed Judgment Index #616060/2019. Ellen Durst, Esq., Referee Friedman Vartolo LLP, 85 Broad Street, Suite 501, New York, New York 10004, Attorneys for Plaintiff Firm File No. 201214-1 148883
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A. Start by asking the architect if they can see through walls. Sounds like a job for Superman. The real problem here is that you, like many, got stuck by people who don’t take the process seriously and would have left you holding the bag had it not been for an official who was “just doing their job.”
Obviously, your inspector didn’t see the ongoing procedures of the work, and doesn’t want to lie and say they did, so they need someone else to do it. Instead of relying on the contractor, who should have called for inspections, they look for someone with a cape who can see hidden details. That someone is a licensed, state-designated responsible individual who may take the liability when something hidden is wrong — namely, an architect or engineer.
In such a situation, I always wonder why a homeowner wasn’t suspicious or concerned that they never met the licensed professional architect or engineer who would be ultimately responsible for their home’s strength, code compliance and safety. Based on my experience, most people show little understanding of or respect for why a certificate of completion or occupancy is needed, and regard it as a needless formality. Many building departments haven’t made it easier and people tell me they’re sorry they ever mentioned doing work.
Instead of helping people through the process and clearly explaining other potential issues, some delay the work, defer the communication to an architect and look for reasons not to release a permit without finding other “illegal” items, such as an air conditioner, shed, fence, deck, etc., that also need permits that were never gotten. This isn’t always true, because some officials are very helpful, so I hope the ones who are communicative don’t automatically take this to heart.
When I’m asked to get involved in such an issue, I ask for a notarized affidavit from the contractor who did the work that they stand behind the airsealing, insulation, fire-stopping and structure that they saw and were supposed to install, then I attach that sworn affidavit with a letter corroborating the visual inspection. Letters don’t hold up buildings, and nobody I’ve met can see through walls. Good luck!
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Sept. 11, 2001, was the most tragic day in American history. It was also our finest hour, a demonstration of our nation’s courage, resilience and undying spirit.
Like so many Americans, I will always remember that horrible day, and the days that followed. I was in Washington that Tuesday. As in New York, the sky was exceptionally clear, the morning sun bright. The annual Congressional barbecue on the south lawn of the White House — the first one of George W. Bush’s presidency, was scheduled that night. Most members of Congress and their spouses would be there.
My wife, Rosemary, had expected to fly down the night before, but torrential rains and violent thunderstorms had canceled all flights out of LaGuardia. She was rescheduled to come in Tuesday morning, on a flight due to land at Reagan International Airport at about 9:40.
Driving to Capitol Hill with my chief of staff, Rob O’Connor, I got a call at about 8:50 from my press secretary, who
told me that a plane had crashed into the World Trade Center. He’d learned this from my daughter, Erin, who was talking with her husband, John, who worked four blocks north of the towers and saw the crash from his office. This was the time Rosemary’s plane would have been taking off. At Delta’s congressional desk, the information was imprecise on the status of her flight.
AWalking into my office in the Cannon Building at 9:01, I looked up at the television in the reception area and saw a massive jet crashing into a tower, and assumed it was a video replay. Seconds later I realized it was the second plane. Delta had no update for 20 minutes, and Rosemary’s cellphone kept going to voicemail.
airport and take Rosemary home to Seaford.
t least 150 of my friends, neighbors and constituents died on Sept. 11.
At 9:46, the Pentagon was attacked, and I ordered the office evacuated. There was also a report — which turned out to be false — that a bomb had gone off on the Capitol Mall, near the Commerce Department, where my son, Sean, worked. Again there was uncertainty, as the phone lines at Commerce had gone dead, and it was 20 minutes before I knew Sean was safe. Meanwhile, Erin’s husband, John, who had to race down 28 flights of stairs to get out of his building, didn’t have a cellphone. It was a while before he could call Erin from a pay phone on 59th Street and we knew he was safe.
In the following days, the New York, New Jersey and Virginia congressional delegations met with President Bush at the White House, and a number of us traveled to ground zero when the president, with Baldwin resident and retired firefighter Bob Beckwith at his side, made his famous bullhorn speech, pledging that the terrorists would “hear all of us soon!”
In the ensuing weeks and months, there were seemingly endless wakes and funerals, with the stirring and somber tones of drums and bagpipes. The country was united, standing as one to an extent we have not seen since. Petty partisanship was set aside, and promises were made never to forget.
When I got through to her at about 9:20, her plane was headed from the runway back to the terminal. She and the other passengers had no idea why their flight had been canceled. Her main concern was how she was going to make it to Washington for the barbecue. As I was telling her that New York was under attack, I could hear the pilot making an announcement and passengers shrieking. My district director, Anne Rosenfeld, was able to get back to the
So all my family members were safe. But many others weren’t so fortunate. Firefighter Michael Boyle, who had worked on my campaigns and was the son of my longtime friend Jimmy Boyle, was killed, as were the Haskell brothers, Tom and Timmy, FDNY heroes and graduates of Seaford High School. And Farrell Lynch and his brother, Sean, from Cantor Fitzgerald, who had helped with my campaigns. And so many more. Almost 3,000, including at least 150 of my friends, neighbors and constituents.
As we commemorate Sept. 11, we must try to recapture that spirit of unity as we remember those who were killed that tragic day, and the thousands who have died since, or who are suffering from 9/11-related illnesses. We must continue to guard against the terrorist forces of Al Qaeda, ISIS and their affiliates, who are as determined today as they were 23 years ago to destroy us and our way of life.
The world must continue to hear us. God bless America!
Peter King is a former congressman, and a former chair of the House Committee on Homeland Security. Comments? pking@ liherald.com.
Some hits and some errors, but no game-changers
Less than two months before Election Day, it’s anybody’s guess as to who will win the big prize. By the time this reaches print, the two major presidential candidates will have had their debate, which by itself may decide who has earned the label of frontrunner. But there are a few factors that could be deal breakers for former President Donald Trump or Vice President Kamala Harris. A few months ago, virtually no one had heard of Project 2025. For any new readers, Project 2025 is the 900-page product of the Heritage Foundation, an ultra-conservative think tank that has enormous clout among Trump supporters. Among the organization’s major victories is its success in gaining support for Trump’s appointment of three Supreme Court justices, who were responsible for overturning Roe v. Wade.
Project 2025 is an-in depth outline of how a Trump presidency should be conducted if he is able to win a second
term. Because it calls for a demolition of the federal government, it is fast becoming a major issue for Democrats, who vigorously claim that Trump has fully embraced its contents. Trump keeps denying even any knowledge of its existence. The denials have fallen flat, considering that the vast majority of the foundation staffers who wrote the manifesto worked in the previous Trump administration. Project 2025 may or may not become a problem for the Republican Party, depending on how many people come to understand its contents and how it would damage our democracy. Aside from being saddled with that potential fallout, Republicans have yet to benefit from the candidacy of Sen. J.D. Vance in his role as Trump’s potential vice president. Vance was chosen before President Biden withdrew from the race, and it’s possible that if the Trump people had known that was going to happen, they would have chosen a female candidate who might resonate better with voters. But Vance got the nod with the blessing of Donald Trump Jr. and his brother Eric. To date,
Vance has attracted much more negative press than positive, which is the last thing a presidential candidate needs.
o n any one day, at any hour, a mistake can turn a campaign upside down.
Usually, candidates for high office are very carefully vetted, which includes reviewing their speeches and writings, and checking out their personal conduct. In Vance’s case, there appears to have been little perusal of any kind. He has made numerous speeches and written frequently, and many of those specimens have been the focus of negative press.
When Trump ran in 2016, Vance stated on Facebook, “I go back and forth between thinking Trump is a cynical A-hole like Nixon or he is an American Hitler.” He has also called Trump an “idiot” and compared him to Hitler. But Vance now sings Trump’s praises, calling him a historic candidate and “highly qualified.” Vance has also cast a few votes in his short tenure in the Senate that will haunt him right up to Nov. 5.
Harris’s campaign for the White House got off to a fast start, propelled by a well-run Democratic National Convention. She has attracted a broad
range of support from young voters and women, and has been well received by minority voters. Her performance in this week’s debate may make or break her candidacy, or just keep her going until she gets a boost or makes a fatal mistake.
Trump has stumbled badly on the issue of women’s reproductive rights, and it’s doubtful that he can successfully get it off his back. He has claimed that he’s a strong supporter of women’s rights, but he can’t escape his own bragging about having been responsible for reversing Roe v. Wade. This issue will hurt Republican down-ballot candidates as well.
Eight weeks sound like a short time for most people, but in politics it feels like forever. On any one day, at any hour, a mistake can turn a campaign upside down. Having been involved in multiple campaigns as either a candidate or an analyst, I know how easy it can be for a politician to implode. So, like Yogi Berra said, it ain’t over till it’s over.
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.
the return of fall scholastic sports on Long Island is the first opportunity of the new school year to remind athletes, coaches, parents and the fans in the stands of the importance of sportsmanship.
We’ve heard the refrain for decades that sports build character. The aspects of competition that do that include not just listening to coaches’ instructions, learning techniques and plays and practicing hard, but also — every bit as important — respecting your opponent and those who officiate athletic contests.
One of the most vital lessons young competitors can learn is to be fair and gracious, in both victory and defeat. After giving it their all on the field, on the court or in the pool, and then acknowledging their opponents’ efforts, student-athletes show respect for their competitors, and themselves, that ultimately makes them better people, more mindful of relationships in all phases of their lives.
Taking part in school sports introduces young people to teamwork, in all of its permutations — winning, losing, cooperation, conflict — and the lessons of sportsmanship learned on playing fields are among the keys to developing a well-rounded character.
The National Federation of State High School Associations emphasizes that sportsmanship is an expectation that athletes, coaches and fans alike should uphold. Shaking hands after a
To the Editor:
You almost have to admire the bravery of Robert Kralick (“Long Islanders can’t fight climate change alone,” Letters, Sept. 5-11) and those who think like him, as it were. Indeed, it takes great courage to make public the depths of one’s apathy.
Would Mr. Kralick have Nassau County dismiss its police force because there will always be more criminals? Perhaps all human efforts to improve are moot because Earth will eventually, inevitably be swallowed by the sun. The argument against reducing our use of fossil fuels because other countries use more fossil fuels is cynical at best, and nonsensical at worst. Any reduction here — in Nassau County, in New York, in the United States — means a reduction overall, which can, and will, have a salutary effect on the worsen-
game, avoiding trash talk and respecting referees’ decisions reinforce the concept that everyone is equal on the field, and that every player deserves respect.
A 2019 study by the Aspen Institute found that participation in youth sports improves social skills, including empathy, patience and cooperation. Some 83 percent of student-athletes surveyed for the study reported that sports had taught them the importance of respecting others — not just their opponents, but their own teammates and coaches as well.
Coaches play a pivotal role in shaping the behavior and values of student-athletes. The way they handle both wins and losses sets an invaluable example for their players. According to a study by the Journal of Applied Sport Psychology, student-athletes whose coaches emphasized respect and teamwork, reinforcing fair play in both practices and games, were significantly more likely to manifest those qualities among their teammates and opponents.
Parents also shape their children’s understanding of good sportsmanship. We’ve all seen parents who appear to be living vicariously through their kids, or reliving their own glory days. That can lead them to exert too much pressure on their children. Some 75 percent of young athletes surveyed for a study by the Journal of Sports Behavior said that excessive parental pressure to succeed created anxiety, and detracted from their
enjoyment of the game.
When parents emphasize winning over playing with integrity, and pass down a “win-at-any-cost” mentality, that undermines the principles of sportsmanship. Parents, and others in the bleachers, can instead reinforce those principals by modeling respectful behavior. Cheering for the team, acknowledging the efforts of both sides and refraining from criticizing referees are simple but powerful ways parents can teach their children the importance of fairness.
By maintaining a positive attitude toward the game, regardless of the outcome, parents provide a strong example for their children. And they should talk with them about the importance of sportsmanship, to reinforce the idea that success in sports isn’t just about winning.
In a 2020 study by Project Play, a vast majority of youth athletes acknowledged that sports taught them how to respect authority figures, such as referees and coaches. As they come to understand that referees are responsible for ensuring fairness, youngsters learn the importance of respecting the rules that govern not only sports, but life in general.
As the school sports seasons unfold, and students navigate the highs and lows of competition, with the guidance of their coaches and the support of their parents, no lessons they will learn will be more important than sportsmanship.
acold wind, as loud as a trumpet, whipped across the summit of Mount Marcy, New York’s highest peak in the Adirondacks, on Aug. 17. I could see only feet in front of me, because the mountain, at 5,344 feet above sea level, was enveloped by clouds. Then a light rain started to patter across the rocky slab at my feet.
I was in a dreamscape, surrounded by massive boulders and tall piles of rocks called cairns, intended to guide hikers through stormy conditions. Then, out of the fog, two 20-something hikers appeared like apparitions, wearing nothing more than shorts, T-shirts and sneakers, each carrying but one small water bottle.
The two moved across the steep, slippery rock like cats, seemingly unfazed by the increasingly concerning weather. One pulled out a short joint and inhaled it all at once. He and his hiking partner stood at Marcy’s highest point and joked that they were the highest men in New
York. Then they asked if we — my son, Andrew, my soon-to-be son-in-law, Matteo, and I — would like our photo taken at the summit. We did, and the fellow toking the joint obliged.
The pair were from Massachusetts, but mostly hiked in New Hampshire, they said. They had never climbed Mount Marcy before. I remarked that I had last made the ascent 45 years ago.
“What were you, 3?” the smoker asked.
“Actually, I was 12.”
“Whoa.”
DI’m a nearly lifelong Long Islander accustomed to a virtually flat landscape, and the Adirondack High Peaks region has lived in my imagination since I first visited the area as a Boy Scout with Troop 79, in Suffolk County, during my middle school years. I could never reconcile in my mind the massiveness of the mountains, the sheer grandeur of them. Even as a child, I understood how special they were, and how fortunate I was to visit them.
take in the spectacular view (on a clear day, it’s said you can see Mount Royal, in Montreal, 65 miles away, from Marcy’s summit), but my older self understood how privileged I was to be in this place. To be consumed by the weather was an experience unto itself, one part eerie, one part mystical.
espite the fog atop Mount Marcy, I understood how privileged I was to be there.
I had decided during the coronavirus pandemic that I wanted — I needed — to return to Mount Marcy, and I wrote about that desire in a Herald column in March 2021, “Reflections on a pandemic year.” I was the Heralds’ executive editor at the time, and like so many people then, I was exhausted, mentally as well as physically, having covered the pandemic for a year. My mind often wandered to the forests of my childhood, both on Long Island and in the Adirondacks and Catskills. I longed for the quiet and solitude of the woods.
I climbed Bear Mountain, in New York’s Hudson Highlands, with my wife, Katerina, in June. It was a distressingly hot day, but we made it. Then Andrew and Matteo proposed that we climb Marcy this summer, and I was all in. I didn’t hesitate. Now it’s on to Katahdin, in Maine, hopefully in one of the coming summers.
The experiences of climbing Bear Mountain and Mount Marcy were made more special and lasting in my memory because I shared them with family. Only my daughter, Alexandra, was missing, but I’m certain she will be trekking with us into the mountains in the near future.
Like so many, I was hyper-focused on my work during the pandemic. It was all we had. I still love my work — now as a full-time Hofstra University journalism professor. But to this day, more than a year after the official end of the “Covid19 emergency” in May 2023, my mind often drifts to the woods, to nature. It is there that we find the psychic and spiritual healing that so many of us still so desperately need.
On the day Andrew, Matteo and I made our ascent, the weather was less than ideal. A younger version of me might have been disappointed not to
ing global climate. But maybe those who would rather do nothing didn’t bother to learn simple math because the Chinese already know math.
MATTHEW DAvID BROzIK
Merrick
We shouldn’t fight it with offshore wind projects
To the Editor:
In his recent letter to the Herald (“Fossil fuels, offshore wind and the need for climate action,” Aug. 29-Sept. 4), Jim Brown, of the South Shore Audubon Society, stressed the benefits of moving rapidly toward 100 percent renewable energy, expressing specific support for the offshore wind turbines now popping up in many places off our East Coast shoreline.
Mr. Brown neglected to point out that the projected cost of wind energy for New York state is $131 per megawatt hour (and $101 per megawatt hour, net, after subsidies from the Inflation Reduction Act), compared with a current average cost of $37 per megawatt hour. We should expect a significant increase in the cost of energy in New York as we move toward 100 percent “renewable energy.” This additional cost will be a tremendous burden to all users, with particular hardship for those on lower and fixed incomes.
Mr. Brown also neglected to mention the thousands of birds killed by these giant shredding machines every year across our land and oceans. One would expect that this dangerous threat to our bird population would be top of mind for someone speaking on behalf of the Audubon Society. It’s quite sad that this didn’t warrant a mention in his letter.
SEAN D. CROWLEY
Former member, South Shore Audubon Society Rockville Centre
To the Editor:
Re Peter King’s column “vance needs to get his immigrant story straight” (Aug. 29-Sept. 4): I could never argue intelligently on the topic of immigration in the 19th or early 20th century, and I am certain that Mr. King is much more educated about the details than, obviously, J.D. vance. But what I did find offensive was King’s obvious attempt to insult and denigrate the candidate who is running for office in what I believed to be King’s political party.
I have heard King constantly criticizing President Trump, and each time he does, I lose a little more respect for him. At such a hazardous time in our country, where, truly, our freedom is at stake,
“I hope to climb Bear Mountain, Mount Marcy and Mount Katahdin again, and perhaps others as well,” I wrote. “I hope. I hope. I hope. We must keep hope alive to remember why we should do all we can to survive these terrible and terrifying times.”
Scott Brinton is an assistant professor of journalism, media studies and public relations at Hofstra University’s Lawrence Herbert School of Communication. ©Scott A. Brinton. Comments? scott.brinton@hofstra.edu.
it is perplexing to me that a former congressman who benefited from the support of the Republican Party, and those who voted for him, unnecessarily risks turning votes away from the candidates who have the only real chance of getting our country back on track.
I always voted for King, and I
thought he did a good job, but of late I am deeply disappointed in his arrogance and obvious egotistical behavior. Perhaps he should pray for guidance before sharing his opinions.
SUSAN and BRUCE COFFEY Amityville
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