East Meadow Herald 12-26-2024

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HERALD PERSON oF THE YEAR

M E lody Sc H ill E r

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Helping East Meadow neighbors in need

Melody Schiller is a teacher in the East Meadow Union Free School District and president of the Kiwanis Club, and her work in both the education and business worlds has given her insight into the unique variety of East Meadow community members, and made her a champion of those in need.

For her efforts to improve life in the hamlet, the Herald is proud to name Schiller its 2024 Person of the Year.

Schiller, 54, is a reading teacher at Barnum Woods Elementary School, chairs the school’s Planning and Management Team, and has headed the Kiwanis Club since October.

She delights in her work as a teacher, and that inspired her interest in Kiwanis. “I love children that’s why I became a teacher,” she said. “I think the best way to live a happy life is to help others, and especially children.”

Kiwanis is one of the largest nonprofits in the country that benefits children, and the East Meadow club is part of the largest regional division of the organization in New York state. In each of the school district’s nine schools, there is a service leadership program available to students that is affiliated with the service club.

She’s always there — you look up and there’s Melody helping out, always being present, giving her time, her energy, her resources.

Kiwanis’s programs instill the importance of community service and leadership in students of all ages, while providing school supplies, meals and home essentials to those in need. Schiller joined her husband, Ross, in the East Meadow club in 2017. After their children, David, 19, and Hailey, 23, graduated from high school, Schiller was inspired to support students across the district.

“I had to give back to the community now that my kids got to go off to college, so I started to do more in the Kiwanis world,” Schiller recalled. “I saw how many amazing things they did all over the community.”

Since then, Ross Schiller has watched proudly as his wife has left a mark on Kiwanis and East Meadow as a whole. “I just think what she’s doing is wonderful,” he said. “She cares deeply for the community.”

Before being sworn in as club president, Melody served as president-elect for a year. As the chapter’s leader, she said, she aims to uphold the organization’s history of exemplary service.

“Everywhere that there is a need in the community that affects children,” she said, “we are there with a wealth of support.”

Schiller has notched several accomplishments in the short time since she took charge. The club’s end-of-year events a Veterans Memorial Park beautification project, a Thanksgiving food drive and a holiday toy drive went off without a hitch, she said.

She works closely with K-Kids, the elementary-school Kiwanis affiliate, and the children who take part were involved in the beautification project. They helped plant 125 tulip bulbs, which should bloom in time for community events in the spring, Schiller said.

“The K-Kids see the importance of beautifying their community, of giving back to the environment, and seeing how what they do comes full circle to make the community better,” she said.

As part of its ongoing effort to reduce food scarcity in East Meadow, Kiwanis hosts food drives involving students twice a year. Its fall drive before Thanksgiving collected enough food to Continued on page 2

Melody Schiller, president of the Kiwanis Club of East Meadow, at this year’s installation dinner. Schiller is a teacher in East Meadow and a community leader, and her influence has been felt in many areas of the hamlet.

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Teacher, Kiwanis leader helps E.M. in many ways

feed over 150 local families, seniors and veterans in need.

The club’s immediate past president, Joe Parisi, a member since 2018, said that leading it is a great responsibility, because it affects hundreds of people in the community.

“I think the principal reason why the club is so important to the residents of East Meadow is that there are people in need here,” Parisi said. “You know you may not know them, but there is need, and our club definitely helps to fill the need.”

tary school,” she said. “Now I'm seeing them in middle school and in high school, and how they’re growing up so beautifully. I’m seeing their joy in service, working alongside them.”

S he cares deeply for the community.

Parisi worked closely with thenPresident elect Schiller. “It’s been great to work with her,” he said. “She’s very enthusiastic about wanting to further the goals and the mission of the club. I think the club is going in a very good direction.”

Schiller has been a reading specialist at Barnum Woods since 2000. When she joined Kiwanis, she was able to reconnect with many former students, which she greatly enjoyed.

“I got to see my students who I hadn’t seen since they were in elemen-

She also serves as one of Barnum Woods’ Parent-Teacher Association liaisons, as well as chair of the school’s Planning and Management Team. Todd Weinstein, a fellow member of the team, explained that it is made up of educators, administrators and PTA members, and described it as a “hybrid mix of community and school.”

The PMT helps raise money for schools near and far that have been affected by natural disasters such as Hurricane Sandy, and, closer to home, created three new garden beds at the school, partnering with the waste management company Reworld.

“Through her passion, dedication and leadership, we've done some great things for the Barnum Woods community,” Weinstein said of Schiller. “She’s always there — you look up and there’s Melody helping out, always being present, giving her time, her energy, her resources.”

Weinstein added that Schiller’s work encourages children to not just be active in their school, but to be part of the greater East Meadow community. It’s important for students to have

good role models, and Schiller is a great example, he said.

“It’s teaching the children life lessons and about giving back,” Weinstein said. “We need more Melodys.”

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Melody Schiller, right, worked with fellow Kiwanis Club member Jessica Schiavoni at the 2024 Thanksgiving food drive. The drive provided families with food ahead of the holidays, just one of the many projects the Kiwanis is involved in to help community members in need.

Clarke battles in playoff contention. Clarke’s girls’ basketball team has a solid start to the season and will look to make noise down the stretch. Senior Madeline Millman is a leader on and off the court for the Rams and one of their offensive threats from the perimeter.

Fire in East Meadow drew large response. A massive house fire occurred in East Meadow.. The entire East Meadow Fire Department responded, and received mutual aid from several departments. The fire happened on Stephen Marc Lane. Radio call and cell phones sounded the alarm for all stations around 12:54 a.m. on Jan. 7.

Pro Women’s Hockey came to UBS Arena. The Professional Women’s Hockey League made its debut, kicking off 72 games played across eight different venues. The UBS Arena at Belmont Park served as the home turf for the Professional Women’s Hockey League’s New York team for at least four games during its inaugural season.

Raccoon illness rates are high across TOH. Karenlynn Stracher first helped an injured gull when she was 17. Nearly 40 years later, her home doubles as an animal rehabilitation center. Among animals she cares for are squirrels, which she feeds with syringes.

Concerts return to East Meadow library. The James Weidman Trio, a jazz group, took to the stage at the East Meadow Public Library on Jan. 7. It was the first concert of the new year. Concerts returned to the stage on Sunday at the East Meadow Public Library. Welcoming the James Weidman Trio to the stage, fans of mainstream jazz music packed into the audience to watch the group perform.

Promoting disability awareness at Bowling Green. In recognition of Disability Awareness Day, the Viscardi Ambassadors from the Henry Viscardi School visited students at Bowling Green Elementary in East Meadow on Jan. 18.

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News brief

East Meadow High School music teacher

Patricia Dunn was awarded the Established Educator Award at this year’s NYSSMA Winter Conference. Also pictured is high school Principal Richard Howard, left, and music chairperson Christopher Bonacorsa.

Music teacher earns Established Educator Award

The East Meadow School District is proud to announce that East Meadow High School music teacher Patricia Dunn was awarded the Established Educator Award at this year’s New York State School Music Association Winter Conference.

This distinction is awarded to music educators at the local level who have been in the field for at least 10 years. Dunn has dedicated approximately 20 years of her life to education, spending the last 17 years serving the East Meadow School District. During this time, Dunn has become a cornerstone of the district’s music program, both at the middle and high school levels. During the Winter Conference, NYSSMA President Edmund Chiarello spoke about her journey and how it has shaped her career while impacting the lives of countless students.

“Ms. Dunn exemplifies the qualities of the Established Educator Award through her dedication, innovation and passion for music education,” Chiarello said. “Her supervisors noted that she has an incredible ability to break down complex musical concepts, ensuring that each student feels successful, whether in a small group lesson, or a large ensemble setting.”

Dunn’s commitment to nurturing and fostering musical talent led her to establish an auditioned Wind Ensemble program at the Woodland Middle

School, an initiative that continues to thrive 15 years later. As with many music educators, Ms. Dunn has faced numerous changes over the course of her career, including a significant transition to a new building when she joined East Meadow High School in 2020. Her response was to invest and take on new roles in teaching and leadership.

“Her willingness to step out of her comfort zone and take on the role of color guard instructor without prior experience is a clear indicator of her growth mindset and passion for education,” Chiarello said.

Additionally, Dunn supported students organizing “caw-fee tawks” during the pandemic to connect with her students during lunch. During those meetings, she fostered relationships that made her students feel valued and appreciated. Dunn was also recognized for her work and leadership in the music departments at W.T. Clarke Middle School and W.T Clarke High School.

“She consistently sets high expectations for her students, knowing that they excel and thrive in an environment where they are pushed to reach their full potential,” Chiarello said.

The district congratulates Dunn on earning this prestigious award at this year’s NYSSMA Winter Conference.

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NUMC opens new, employee relaxation station

WNassau University Medical Center has officially opened a new, modern staff lounge, designed to support health care workers’ mental health, resiliency and well-being. The new facility offers a space for the hospital’s workforce — that treats more than 270,000 patients annually — to decompress and recharge, while working in one of the region’s most demanding medical environments.

e are not only investing in our employees’ well-being but also enhancing the quality of care we provide to our patients.

Meg Ryan, the president and chief executive of the Nassau Health Care Corporation, which oversees the operations of NUMC, said employee wellbeing and engagements has been a priority of hers.

“This year, we had our first employee engagement officer,” Ryan said at a Dec. 18 ribbon-cutting ceremony to celebrate

work environment for everyone.”

The hospital, in a news release shared with the Herald, said according to a recent study published in the Journal of Trauma and Acute Care Surgery, nearly 40 percent of trauma professionals experience symptoms of burnout, depression or anxiety due to the intense emotional and physical demands of their work environment. NUMC boasts a 24-hour Level 1 Trauma Center, the largest on Long Island.

Ryan thanked NUMC’s staff involved in facilities management who helped create the space, and joined her during the ribbon cutting last week.

“We want to take care of our employees as they take care of Nassau County’s most vulnerable,” Ryan said. “We have focused a lot on employee engagement, appreciation and making sure that all of our employees feel heard because they haven’t been for so long.

the new space. “We created that title, we implemented employee of the month, we created NUMC excellence awards. In line with all these 2024 initiatives, we created this new, beautiful recreational area for all of our employees to use 24-hours a day — it’s available all of the time.”

The new area boasts a pool table, a ping pong table, a kitchen, televisions,

massage chairs, and other seating areas where employees and kick back and relax.

“Our relaxation station is designed to offer a peaceful environment where everyone can just take a moment to take a break,” Ryan said. “We have games, we have TVs — we value all of our employees. We hope that all of these initiatives foster a healthier and a more balanced

“The new relaxation station reflects NUMC’s ongoing commitment to employee engagement and a prioritization of our employee’s mental health and overall wellness,” she said. “By providing a space where our hardworking team can take a brief reprieve during a long and demanding shift, we can help reduce staff burnout — a major issue challenging healthcare providers across the country. We are not only investing in our employees’ wellbeing but also enhancing the quality of care we provide to our patients.”

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Nassau University Medical Center leaders and staff cut the ribbon at a new relaxation station, designed to support health care workers’ mental health, resiliency and wellbeing.

Reduce, reuse and recycle at Parkway. Third graders at Parkway Elementary School in the East Meadow Union Free School District designed their own magnetic recycling sorters on.

Winter Classic was a slam dunk for youth players. If you live in East Meadow and you love basketball, chances are you’re familiar with the annual Winter Classic basketball tournament in the gym at St. Raphael’s Roman Catholic Church. The 10-day event is one the East Meadow community looks forward annually. Brayden Schwarz, above, on the fifth-grade St. Raphael’s team, tried to maneuver around two defenders, during a game on Feb. 24.

Spreading positivity as East Meadow says ‘P.S. I love You’. Students and teachers throughout the East Meadow Union Free School District organized activities to celebrate P.S. I Love You Day. Teachers at Bowling Green Elementary School sported purple in honor of the day.

Violinist wows crowds in East Meadow. Violinist Ariel Horowitz took to the stage at the East Meadow Public Library on Feb. 11, dazzling crowds with her passionate take on classical music. Classical music fans reunited at the East Meadow Public Library for a star studded show.

Celebrating 15 years of ‘Name that Tune’. Name that Tune is a beloved East Meadow community event, and for the 15th year, crowds gathered last week at the East Meadow Fire Department Headquarters on East Meadow Avenue for another round of fun and music. The event is run annually by the Kiwanis Club of East Meadow. Mary Ann Hazelton and Irma Difranco took a selfie with Ross Schiller, the evening’s judge.

Students of Gloria Glick on display. Throughout the month of February, East Meadow community members viewed the work of several artists. The students of Gloria Glick, an art show at the East Meadow Public Library, officially opened at a reception on Feb. 4, and featured many of Glick’s pieces, as well as those of her students.

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Hospital leaders and elected officials, rally for NUMC as State aid crucial for hospital’s survival. Nassau University Medical Center leadership, staff and elected officials rallied in Albany in March, demanding state aid. The public hospital is in danger of closing, unless it receives the necessary funds.

Kindergartners dance, get into the groove. For the last four years in the East Meadow School District, kindergarten students have been able to get into the groove and learn dance, taught by professionals in the field. The multiweek program took place between mid-January and mid-February this year, and was led by Gina Petitto, a dance teacher and East Meadow resident who raised her kids in the community.

East Meadow Public Library welcomed Irish musical group, Fiddler’s Green, for performance. The musical group Fiddler’s Green took to the stage to celebrate Irish heritage at the East Meadow Public Library on March 15.

Pena named Employee of the Month. There was a lot to celebrate at the Nassau University Medical Center with the opening of a new, state-of-the-art surgical patient wing and the honoring of its employee of the month, Daniel Pena, who played an integral role in making the new wing a reality. Nassau University Medical Center administration and staff, joined by elected officials, and Pena with his family, celebrated the opening of a new wing.

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Anja Dance Company delivered a joyous presentation for Hindu festival that ushers in spring. The Anja Dance Company performed at the East Meadow Public Library in celebration of Holi, a Hindu festival. Members of the East Meadow community embraced Indian culture.
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HooDoo Loungers brought an electric performance to crowd at East Meadow library.
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A trip of a lifetime for E.M.’s jazz ensemble. East Meadow High School’s jazz ensemble took a trip to New Orleans, a city known for its influence on the musical genre, members of the group above, on an airboat tour of the bayou. At East Meadow High School, being a part of the jazz ensemble is something that many students will not only remember fondly, but credit as a reason why they love being a musician.

Dance took attendees through the ages. Temple B’Nai Torah in Wantagh transported attendees back in time with a lively dress-up dance party on April 13. Guests danced to hit tunes from the 50’s to the present and dressed for the occasion at the dance party.

Clarke students gave back to babies in need. W.T. Clarke High School special education students in Jen Sobieski and Kerrie D’Angelone’s classes collected baby items for Love, Nana, an organization based in Rockville Centre that supports babies and mothers in need. The students learned the importance of community service and helping others while running the drive.

A ‘bunny’ good time at Chamber egg hunt. Saturday was a beautiful day to hunt some eggs, and there was no better place to do just that than at the East Meadow Chamber of Commerce’s 5th Annual Egg Hunt. The Easter Bunny was on hand, eager to meet with kids and of course, help in the egg hunt.

Batter up! The East Meadow Baseball and Softball Association stepped into the spring season with their annual opening day parade. The East Meadow Fire Department’s Bag Pipes and Drum Corps led the way. The parade kicked off at its traditional spot, Veterans Memorial Park on Prospect Avenue, and headed toward Merrick Avenue.

Serving up a good time on the griddle. The Kiwanis Club of East Meadow celebrated its annual Pancake Breakfast fundraiser on April 21, much to the enjoyment of the East Meadow community, who stopped by for a good time — and a good meal. Town of Hempstead Councilman Dennis Dunne helped at the breakfast, giving Cecilia Rosenberg some pancakes.

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L.I. Opera company performed a historic show. Romance, drama and comedy, all wrapped up in one show, hit the stage in East Meadow. ‘Iolanthe,’ a 140-year-old opera, performed at the East Meadow United Methodist Church Henry Horstmann and Kara Vertucci played the Halfimmortal Strephon and the wealthy Phyllis.

Another year of EMCon. Fans of comics, sci-fi and more flocked to the East Meadow Public Library for EMCon, a comic convention that resembles a larger "comic-con," like the one's that take place in New York City. Attendees participated in panels, took part in costume contests, and met a slew of artists who had their work on display for the two-day long event.

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PTA Council marked another Founders Day. The East Meadow Parent Teacher Association Council and PTA from the East Meadow school district community celebrated Founders Day on May 6. The PTA Founder's Day Committee helped make the evening possible. From left, Olga Kalangionis, Liz Oliva-Kong, Tracy Rudd, Donna Goldstein and Denyse Kofod.
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1,661 clothing items collected for veterans. State Senator Steve Rhoads and Andrea Nordquist, president of Military Blue Star Mothers NY 14, with overflowing boxes and bags of professional clothing for veterans. The drive supports military service members and their families who are looking to start professional careers.
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‘Replacement’ trees spruce up Merrick Ave. Board members of the Council of East Meadow Community Organizations met with Nassau County Legislator Tom McKevitt to celebrate the planting of 41 new trees along Merrick Avenue, after several trees were removed from the roadway.

Helicopters, trucks and more at McVey Elementary. Children at George McVey Elementary School got the chance to get up close and personal with a variety of emergency vehicles and more during the Parent Teacher Association’s Touch-a-Truck event.

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East Meadow keeps fun in the community. Local eateries provided yummy treats. Mike Nuzzi of Salisbury Tavern with customers Alina, Daniel and Lisa Chan. For almost 30 years, East Meadow residents, businesses and organizations gathered to celebrate the pride they have in their community. Community Day went off successfully and brought together hundreds of people throughout the day-long event in Speno Park, East Meadow.

Century of support with East Meadow Ladies Auxiliary. The Ladies Auxiliary of the East Meadow Fire Department celebrated its 100th anniversary on June 15, in a dinner and ceremony that recognized the group’s storied history.

Learning and growing out at Barnum’s new, Reworld Garden. Music teacher Meegan Hughes led students in singing, reinforcing a major lesson of the gardening program, try your best, whatever the outcome may be. The students and teachers in the Recycling and Repurposing club celebrated the success of the garden program with honored guests from Reworld and local elected officials.

Getting back into fair season at Samanea Mall. Karlie Edwards, 9, and Harmony Clinkscale, 9, had henna done by Zahrah Ahmad. Warm weather and blue skies means its time for Long Islanders to get back outside at the Samanea Mall's Spring Fest.

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Holy Trinity
marked 100 years in East Meadow. Holy Trinity Orthodox Church celebrated its centennial on June 23, marking 100 years of faith and prosperity. The morning was filled with services and prayers, as clergy members and parishioners reflected on the momentous occasion.

News brief

Sands New York spreads holiday cheer

The holiday season is a little brighter for 125 children across Long Island, thanks to a donation from Sands New York to United Way of Long Island. The funds provided children from several local organizations, including EAC Network, Family & Children’s Association, Housing Help and United Way’s YouthBuild program, with the opportunity to shop for toys at Target in Westbury.

On Dec. 11, volunteers from Sands New York and United Way of Long Island accompanied the children, all under the age of 10, as they selected their gifts. The event aimed to bring some holiday magic to children facing hardships by providing them with a memorable shopping experience.

“We are so grateful to Sands New York for their incredible generosity,” Theresa Regnante, President and CEO of United Way of Long Island, said in the news release. “This partnership exemplifies the spirit of giving and community, promising these children a holiday to remember. Their smiles are the true testament to the power of compassion.”

Sands New York’s support of programs like YouthBuild and collaboration with organizations like EAC Network, Family & Children’s Association

and Housing Help demonstrates their commitment to improving lives across Long Island, according to the Sands news release.

“At Sands New York, we’re honored to partner with United Way of Long Island to bring smiles to children’s faces and share in the true spirit of giving,” Tracey Edwards, Senior Vice President and Corporate Social Responsibility Officer for Sands New York, said in the news release. “Our team of volunteers was deeply moved by the resilience of the children and families we met, and this experience reminds us of the power of coming together as a community to make Long Island a place where everyone feels supported and valued.”

The event not only brought joy to the children but also underscored the importance of the programs involved. These initiatives provide life-changing opportunities for Long Island youth, ensuring that all children, regardless of their circumstances, can experience the joy of the season.

For more information on United Way of Long Island and its programs, visit UnitedWayLI.org

Jets win first basketball title. What a magical season it was for East Meadow’s girls’ basketball team. The Jets made a Cinderella run to the Nassau County and Long Island Class AA championships in March behind Allie Twible, Charlotte Viola, Angelina Cronin and Kayla Lederer.
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East Meadow wrestlers thrive. Matthew Rodriguez captured the Nassau Division I 160-pound wrestling title Feb. 11 and five other Jets (Joseph Arbitello, Brady Hohlman, Matthew Motamedian, Nicolas Rodriguez and sophomore James Galiano) earned All-County honors.
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Clarke wins baseball championship. It took the full three games, but Clarke outlasted Wantagh to capture the Nassau Class A baseball title May 28, 5-0, as Nick Berasti pitched a complete-game shutout for the Rams.

W.T. Clarke graduates embarked on new beginning. Clarke seniors celebrated their commencement ceremony closing out their high school chapter. W.T. Clarke High School seniors reflected on the past four years while thinking about their futures during the 2024 commencement ceremony on the school’s football field.

Neil Diamond tribute artist said ‘Hello Again’. Robert Neary and The Mystic played Neil Diamond’s greatest hits with Neary’s wife Natasha as a guest dancer. Robert Neary returned to his roots, and brought with him a performance that touched the hearts of thousands at Eisenhower Park on July 6.

Community supports EMFD at Fire Fest. Christine Messina, Ashley Nevins, Nicole Kelly, Nicole Pappas and Michael Harold sampled a brew from Roger Wanner of Wa Meadwerks. The East Meadow Fire Department held its Craft Beer and Food Truck Festival, Fire Fest. This festival took place on July 13 and saw a great turnout.

Police run supports crisis fund and more. A runner took part in a 5K race while proudly displaying an American flag. Over 500 people gathered in Eisenhower Park for the 33rd annual Long Island Police Appreciation Run.

Fireworks and family fun at ‘Celebrate America’. Nassau County residents gathered in the heart of Eisenhower Park for an evening filled with music, fireworks and patriotism. TD Bank’s ‘Celebrate America’ Fireworks and Show featured two musical performances by Chicken Head Rocks and The Allmost Brothers Band, a drone and laser light show, and a pyrotechnics display, thanks to Fireworks by Grucci.

‘Bring your own bottle,’ and fill up at hydration stations. The Town of Hempstead announced a water bottle refilling station at the Norman J. Levy Park and Preserve, helping to reduce the number of bottles discarded at the park.

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Students met police officers at Bowling Green. The Nassau County Police Department brought their horses to Bowling Green Elementary School to meet with students in the Extended School Year program. The police ran an interactive presentation, allowing students to learn about equipment and the roles of police officers.

Celtic spirit sours at Irish American Night. The Inis Fada Pipe Band made their way through crowds of attendees on the lawns of the theatre. The sounds of bagpipes, fiddles, and lively Irish dance echoed through the Harry Chapin Lakeside Theatre at Eisenhower Park on Aug. 5, as the Irish American Society of Nassau, Suffolk, and Queens hosted its annual Irish American Night. The event, which has become a beloved tradition in the community, was a vibrant celebration of Irish culture.

Waistin’ away again in… Eisenhower Park. Parrotheads transformed Eisenhower Park into a seaside paradise as Barometer Soup performed their hit Jimmy Buffett tribute show. Fans from all over Long Island came to attend the one-of a-kind-show as part of the Eisenhower Park summer entertainment series sponsored by NYU Langone at the Harry Chapin Lakeside Theatre.

Sharpening skills at football camp. Ryan Angell, 12 of East Meadow, ran on the field, football in hand. Footballs were flying in Salisbury, as youth athletes took to the field for a funfilled, informative camp led by high school football players from East Meadow High School and Clarke.

Renowned pianist returns to East Meadow. Guy Mintus and Naama Nachum performed at the East Meadow Public Library. After performing at venues such as Carnegie Hall, the Kennedy Center, and numerous jazz festivals, Mintus returned home to perform with his musical and life partner, Naama Nachum.

Teeing off for a good cause. The Kiwanis Club of East Meadow held its annual Steven J. Eisman Memorial Golf Outing at Eisenhower Park on Aug. 5. The event, which honors the late Steven Eisman, a dedicated community leader and former Kiwanis president, raises nearly $25,000 each year. Proceeds support scholarships and other Kiwanis initiatives.

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Cigars, raffles and community spirit. The East Meadow Fire Department’s Engine Company No. 2 hosted its third annual Cigar Smokeout at the Fireman’s Benevolent Hall in East Meadow. The East Meadow Fire Department’s Engine Company No. 2 had a successful Cigar Smokeout on Sept. 7. Bill Gillespie and Joe Svercel at the event, held at Fireman’s Benevolent Hall. who came out for a good time. Held at the Fireman’s Benevolent Hall on Maple Avenue in East Meadow, a ticketed entry included three premium cigars, dinner, drinks, music and more. There were door prizes and a 50/50 raffle, along with other items to be won. Cigar packages could be purchased for an additional fee.

Jumping into a new school year. This brother and sister duo are entered sixth- and eighth-grade. 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.

Kiwanis Club gives ‘back’ to students in need. The East Meadow Kiwanis Club and school district staff collected supplies to distribute to local schools, which will be given to children in need this school year. The Kiwanis Club of East Meadow gathered backpacks, notebooks, folders and other school supplies and delivered them to the East Meadow Union Free School District. The club has served underprivileged community members for 73 years.

Walk to End Alzheimer’s coming to Eisenhower Park. At the Walk to end Alzheimer’s, various colors represent how a family member is affected by dementia. the promise garden Ceremony is where families raise the flowers high to show they are not alone. The 2024 Walk to End Alzheimer’s — the Alzheimer’s Association’s largest annual fundraiser — returned to East Meadow to support breakthrough research and quality-of-life care for people with dementia.

Juniors learn about German firefighting. Gabriella Koch, a junior firefighter in the East Meadow Fire Department, recently traveled to Germany with 30 other juniors from fire departments across Nassau County — where they learned about German firefighting and culture.

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Community helps veterans, other organizations. A packed house attended the annual fundraiser for American Legion Post 1082 in East Meadow, drawing crowds of community members and organizations that came out to support the post, and its many ventures that it participates in throughout the year.

Taking steps for Alzheimer’s awareness. Community members in Nassau County laced up their walking shoes last weekend to join the Alzheimer’s Foundation of America for its annual Alzheimer’s Walk in the Park. The event, filled with community spirit, saw New York baseball icon Dwight Gooden participating in the opening ceremonies, signing autographs, and taking photos with walkers.

Trunk-or-treat makes for a Happy Halloween. At the chamber’s booth was Ryan Parkman, Roxanne Rose and Nicole Skinner. For the fifth year running, the East Meadow Chamber of Commerce welcomed neighbors to its annual Trunk-or-Treat event with the East Meadow Baseball Softball Association.

Firefighters open doors for a day of safety. The East Meadow Fire Department once again opened its doors to the public for the Annual Fire Prevention Open House, which took place on Oct. 6 from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Fire Headquarters, located at 197 East Meadow Avenue.

Paws and applause: Fun at Stew Leonard’s. fourlegged contestants at Barkfest were dressed to impress — or maybe just to fetch treats — at the East Meadow Stew Leonard’s on Oct. 19. Pups from near and far came dressed in their best outfits, and competed in front of a panel of judges, for a chance to win a gift basket valued at $100, with fresh dog treats made inhouse at Stew Leonard’s. Customers with dogs were competing were asked to bring a donation for Last Hope Animal Rescue in Wantagh.

Kiwanis looks ahead to another year of service. The Kiwanis Club of East Meadow is well known in the community for its good deeds. And last week, the club welcomed its new officers, while thanking the previous ones for their dedication to the club throughout the year.

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East Meadow athletes team up to fight hunger. Student athletes that participated assembled rice-soy meal packs, which are a nutritionally-rich meal that contain rice, soy, vegetables, vitamins and mineral supplements. Charlee Cuevas, Guilianna D’Alessandro and Hailey Kruk assembled meal packs. East Meadow High School’s athletes learned about the importance of giving back earlier this month, thanks to a partnership with the Million Meal Project, a hunger-fighting nonprofit organization that launched in Edgemont, New York in 2022.

The best in canine creativity at annual Barkfest. Nassau County’s Barkfest in Eisenhower Park brought pups together from near and far. Darla rocked a police costumer, alongside her owner Rosemarie Sehmied. Nassau County’s Eisenhower Park came alive with dogs and spirit.

NUMC employees rally amid concerns. The front lawn of Nassau University Medical Center was packed with hundreds of rallygoers, who advocated for state funding that would help the hospital stay open. Signs were held with bold messages, like ‘No state takeover.’

Annual wellness walk returns to McVey Elementary School. Kindergarten teacher Shana Jalfin led her class in this year’s Wellness Walk, encouraging students and parents to be more health conscious. As part of the school’s annual Wellness Walk at George McVey Elementary School, students and teachers stepped out of the classroom for an outdoor lesson.

Nassau County honors veterans, military. Nassau County veterans, families and community members gathered in Eisenhower Park on Nov. 10 to honor those who served on Veterans Day.

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From East Meadow to Greenwood Lake. A team of volunteers from East Meadow traveled to the site of the Jennings Creek wildfires, which broke out on Nov. 9 near Greenwood Lake in the Town of Warwick.

ENL students socialize and learn new, American traditions. ENL instructor Elaine Kelvin sliced the turkey for her students. W.T. Clarke Middle School celebrated Thanksgiving one day early last week, hosting an event catered for students learning English as a new language.

More than words: Kindergartners learn ASL. East Meadow High School’s American Sign Language students visited kindergartners at Meadowbrook Elementary School on Dec. 4 for a fun, collaborative lesson. American Sign Language is a complete language with its own grammar, syntax and cultural context, and learning it at all ages promotes an inclusive environment.

County hospital sues finance authority. Matthew Bruderman, chairman of the Nassau Health Care Corporation board, spoke at a Nassau University Medical Center news conference, detailing the hospital’s intent to sue New York State for $1.06 billion. The hospital is also pursuing additional legal action against the Nassau Interim Finance Authority, or NIFA.

Ho, ho, holidays at East Meadow Stew Leonard’s. Santa Claus arrived at the East Meadow Stew Leonard’s on Dec. 3, officially kicking off the holiday season at the grocery chain. He was driven over by an East Meadow Fire Department truck for an evening of festivities.

L.I. Jewish community fights antisemitism. The South Shore Synagogue Alliance met for the “Combating Antisemitism in our Communities” conference at the East Meadow Beth-El Jewish Center. The gathering earlier this fall brought together leading figures from synagogues across Nassau County to discuss anti-Semitism and how to mitigate harm to members of their community. Detective Joseph Oginsky of the Nassau County Police Department and Floyd Kessler were in attendance.

Kiwanis hosts annual dinner for seniors. The Kiwanis Club of East Meadow hosted the Frank Saracino Memorial Senior & Military Dinner, serving 350 meals to seniors and veterans at East Meadow High School. Helen Weber and Kathy Williams, who live at the Meadows at Mitchel Field, attended the event.

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LEGAL NOTICE

Notice of formation of JAY Quickfood LLC.

Articles of Organization filed with Secretary of State of New York (SSNY) on 10/31/2024.

Office location: Nassau County. SSNY designated as agent of LLC upon whom process against it may be served. SSNY shall mail process to 22106 92nd Avenue, Queens Village, NY 11428. Purpose: Any lawful purpose. 150150

LEGAL NOTICE

SUPPLEMENTAL

SUMMONS SUPREME COURT OF THE STATE OF NEW YORK COUNTY OF NASSAU CITIMORTGAGE, INC. Plaintiff, -againstROBERT ZIMMERMAN, AS TRUSTEE OF THE GERALDINE ZIMMERMAN FAMILY TRUST, DATED 3/10/17; THE UNKOWN HEIRS AT LAW OF THE ESTATE OF GERALDINE ZIMMERMAN if living and if dead, the respective heirs-at-law, next-of kin, distributes, executors, administrators, trustees, devisees, legatees, assignees, lienors, creditors and successors in interest and generally all persons having or claiming under, by or through said defendant who may be deceased, by purchase, inheritance, lien or inheritance, lien or otherwise any right, title or interest in or to the real property described in the amended verified complaint; QUEENS COUNTY SAVINGS BANK; UNITED STATES OF AMERICA - INTERNAL REVENUE SERVICE; STATE OF NEW YORK, DEPARTMENT OF TAX & FINANCE, ROBERT ZIMMERMAN, AS HEIR AT LAW OF THE ESTATE OF GERLADINE ZIMMERMAN; DARLENE EUSTACE A/K/A DARLENE ZIMMERMAN, AS HEIR AT LAW OF THE ESTATE OF GERLADINE ZIMMERMAN; JEFFREY

BEHAR, AS HEIR AT LAW OF THE ESTATE OF GERLADINE ZIMMERMAN; TROY BEHAR, AS HEIR AT LAW OF THE ESTATE OF GERLADINE

ZIMMERMAN; J.B. (MINOR) C/O JEFFREY

BEHAR, AS HEIR AT LAW OF THE ESTATE OF GERLADINE ZIMMERMAN; HARVE SIMMONS, AS HEIR AT LAW OF THE ESTATE OF GERLADINE ZIMMERMAN; HARRY

SIMMONS S/H/A JOHN DOE # 1; AMY ZIMMERMAN S/H/A JANE DOE #1; Defendant(s).

Index No. 615658/2023

Date Filed: 9/26/2023

Plaintiff designates NASSAU County as the place of trial based on the location of the mortgaged premises in this action. We are attempting to collect a debt, and any information obtained will be used for that purpose. To the above-named

Defendant(s): YOU ARE HEREBY SUMMONED to answer the amended verified complaint in this action and to serve a copy of your answer, or, if the amended verified complaint is not served with this supplemental summons, to serve a notice of appearance, on the plaintiff’s attorneys within twenty (20) days after the service of this supplemental summons, exclusive of the day of service (or within thirty (30) days after the service is complete if this supplemental summons is not personally delivered to you within the State of New York) or within (60) days after service of this supplemental summons if it is the United States of America; and in case of your failure to appear or answer, judgment will be taken against you by default for the relief demanded in the amended verified complaint. NOTICE YOU ARE IN DANGER OF LOSING YOUR HOME If you do not respond to this supplemental summons and amended verified complaint by serving a copy of the answer on the attorney for the mortgage company who filed this foreclosure proceeding against you and filing the answer with the court, a default judgment may be entered and you can lose your home. Speak to an attorney or go to the court where your case is pending for further information on how to answer the supplemental summons and protect your property. Sending a payment to your mortgage company will not stop this foreclosure action. YOU MUST RESPOND BY SERVING A COPY OF THE ANSWER ON THE ATTORNEY FOR THE PLAINTIFF (MORTGAGE COMPANY) AND FILING THE ANSWER WITH THE COURT. The foregoing supplemental summons is served upon you by publication pursuant to an Order of the Honorable ELIZABETH FOX-McDONOUGH, Justice of the Supreme Court of the State of New York, Nassau County, dated the 25TH day of OCTOBER, 2024 and duly entered in the office of the Clerk of the County of Nassau, State of New York.

NOTICE OF NATURE OF ACTION AND RELIEF SOUGHT

This is an action to foreclose a mortgage lien on the premises described herein. The object of the above captioned action is to foreclose a Mortgage executed by DIANE N. ZIMMERMAN and GERALDINE ZIMMERMAN, as Mortgagors, to ABN AMRO MORTGAGE GROUP, INC., a Mortgage to secure $252,000.00 and interest, dated January 11, 2007, (the First Mortgage), which

was recorded in the Office of the County Clerk of Nassau County on February 26, 2007 in Liber: 31588, Page: 654 which was assigned to CITIBANK, N.A. by Assignment of Mortgage dated February 20, 2013, which was recorded in the Office of the County Clerk of Nassau County on June 26, 2013 in Liber: 38852, Page: 342. And to foreclose on a Mortgage executed by GERALDINE ZIMMERMAN BY DIANE ZIMMERMAN AS HER ATTORNEY IN FACT AND DIANE N. ZIMMERMAN, as Mortgagors, to CITIBANK, N.A., a Mortgage to secure $3,892.68 and interest, dated June 14, 2013, (the Second Mortgage), which was recorded in the Office of the County Clerk of Nassau County on June 26, 2013 in Liber: 38852, Page: 344 which loan was consolidated by a Consolidation, Extension & Modification Agreement dated June 14, 2013, executed by GERALDINE ZIMMERMAN BY DIANE ZIMMERMAN AS HER ATTORNEY IN FACT AND DIANE N. ZIMMERMAN which consolidated the First Mortgage and the Second Mortgage to form a single lien in the amount of $233,900.00 which was recorded in the Office of the County Clerk of Nassau County on June 26, 2013 in Liber: 38852, Page: 363, which was assigned to CITIMORTGAGE, INC. by Assignment of Mortgage dated August 21, 2023, which is TO BE RECORDED in the Office of the County Clerk of Nassau County, covering premises known as 1783 EVERETT PL, EAST MEADOW, COUNTY OF NASSAU, STATE OF NY 11554 (SECTION: 50 BLOCK: 323 LOT: 154).

SCHEDULE A ANNEXED HERETO

The relief sought in the within action is a final judgment directing the sale of the premises described above. Dated: Manhasset, New York, NOVEMBER 26, 2024, DAVID A. GALLO & ASSOCIATES LLP, By: /S/ DAVID A. GALLO DAVID A. GALLO, ESQ., Attorneys for Plaintiff, 47 Hillside Avenue - 2nd Floor, Manhasset, NY 11030, (516) 583-5330 (516) 583-5333 - fax

Schedule A- Description ALL that certain plot, piece or parcel of land, situate, lying and being at East Meadow, in the Town of Hempstead, County of Nassau and State of New York, known and designated as and by Part of Lot Number 147 and 148 on a certain map entitled, “Map of Hempstead Lawns, Section No. 4, situated at East Meadow, Nassau County, New York, Property of O.L. Schwencke Land and Investment Company, Surveyed in 1909 by

Fairfield & Dow,” and filed in the Office of the Clerk of the County of Nassau on May 22, 1909, as Map Number 241, New Number 1845, which said part of lots when taken together are more particularly bounded and described, according to said map, as follows: BEGINNING at a point on the northwesterly side of Everett Place, formerly known as Evergreen Place, distant 95.00 feet northwesterly from the corner formed by the intersection of the northwesterly side of Everett Place with the northeasterly side of Newbridge Avenue, also known as Newbridge Road; RUNNING THENCE northwesterly at right angles to Evergreen Place 130.00 feet; RUNNING THENCE northeasterly parallel with Everett Place 55.00 feet; RUNNING THENCE southeasterly at right angles to Everett Place 130.00 feet to the northwesterly side of Everett Place; and RUNNING THENCE southwesterly along the northwesterly side of Everett Place, 55.00 feet to the point or place of BEGINNING. 150264

LEGAL NOTICE

Notice hereby given that a license, application ID NA-NA-0340-24-107886 for Liquor, Wine, Beer and Cider has been applied for by the undersigned to sell Liquor, Wine, Beer and Cider at retail in a Restaurant under the Alcoholic Beverage Control Law at 2061-2063 Hempstead Tpke, NY County of Nassau for On Premises Consumption. “Rincon Colombiano Rest Bar & Bakery Corp 150568

LEGAL NOTICE

STATE OF NEW YORK SUPREME COURT: COUNTY OF NASSAU THE BANK OF NEW YORK

MELLON FKA THE BANK OF NEW YORK, AS TRUSTEE (CWALT 2005-06CB), Plaintiff,

v. GARY ROSENBERG A/K/A GARY S. ROSENBERG, ET AL, Defendants.

NOTICE OF SALE IN FORECLOSURE PLEASE TAKE NOTICE THAT

In pursuance of a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the Office of the County Clerk of Nassau County on November 21, 2024, I, John G. Kennedy, Esq., the Referee named in said Judgment, will sell in one parcel at public auction on January 23, 2025 at North Side Steps of the Nassau County Supreme Court, 100 Supreme Ct. Dr., Mineola, NY 11501, at 02:00 PM the premises described as follows: 24 Sugar Maple Rd Levittown, NY 11756 SBL. No.: 45-156-5

ALL THAT TRACT OR PARCEL OF LAND situate in the Town of Hempstead, County of Nassau, State of New York. The premises are sold subject to the provisions of the filed judgment, Index No. 000278/2017 in the amount of $630,371.21 plus interest and costs. The aforementioned auction will be conducted in accordance with the Court System’s COVID-19 mitigation protocols and as such all persons must comply with social distancing, wearing masks and screening practices in effect at the time of this foreclosure sale.

Woods Oviatt Gilman LLP Attorneys for Plaintiff 500 Bausch & Lomb Place Rochester, NY 14604 Tel.: 855-227-5072 150560

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LEGAL NOTICE NOTICE OF SALE SUPREME COURT COUNTY OF NASSAU MCLP ASSET COMPANY, INC., Plaintiff AGAINST RICHARD ORTIZ, ET AL., Defendant(s) Pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale duly entered April 16, 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 January 16, 2025 at 3:00PM, premises known as 7 Mockingbird Lane, Levittown, NY 11756. All that certain plot piece or parcel of land, with the buildings and improvements erected, situate, lying and being at Levittown, near Hicksville, Town of Hempstead, County of Nassau and State of New York, Section 45, Block 172, Lot 0048. Approximate amount of judgment $585,728.31 plus interest and costs. Premises will be sold subject to provisions of filed Judgment Index #604115/2018. The aforementioned auction will be conducted in accordance with the NASSAU County COVID-19 mitigation protocols 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”. Ralph J. Madalena, Esq., Referee Gross Polowy, LLC 1775 Wehrle Drive Williamsville, NY 14221 19-001737 83368 150530

LEGAL NOTICE NOTICE OF SALE SUPREME COURT COUNTY OF NASSAU, US BANK TRUST NATIONAL ASSOCIATION, NOT IN ITS INDIVIDUAL CAPACITY BUT SOLELY AS OWNER TRUSTEE FOR VRMTG ASSET TRUST, Plaintiff, vs. MICHELLE DEANGELIS, ET AL., Defendant(s). Pursuant to an Order Confirming Referee’s Report Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale duly entered on June 5, 2024, I, the undersigned Referee will sell at public auction on the front steps on the north side of the Nassau County Supreme Court, 100 Supreme Court Drive, Mineola, NY 11501 on January 22, 2025 at 2:00 p.m., premises known as 712 Morris Court, East Meadow, NY 11554. 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 554 and Lot 20. Approximate amount of judgment is $496,728.97 plus interest and costs. Premises will be sold subject to provisions of filed Judgment Index #617604/2022. Cash will not be accepted.

Jane P. Shrenkel, Esq., Referee Knuckles & Manfro, LLP, 120 White Plains Road, Suite 215, Tarrytown, New York 10591, Attorneys for Plaintiff 150538

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LEGAL NOTICE CASE NO. 21527

RESOLUTION NO.1206-2024

Adopted: December 10, 2024

Councilmember Muscarella 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.1191-2024, adopted November 19th, 2024, a public hearing was duly held on the 10th day of December, 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:

BALDWIN

HOWARD PLACE - west side, starting at a point 41 feet north of the north curbline of Stanton Avenue, north for a distance of 20 feet.

(TH-436/24)

BELLEROSE TERRACE

239th STREET - west side, starting at a point 64 feet north of the north curbline of Superior Road, north for a distance of 15 feet.

(TH-432/24)

ELMONT

BLACKSTONE STREETnorth side, starting at a point 48 feet east of the east curbline of Gotham Avenue, east for a distance of 19 feet.

(TH-375(B)/24)

BELMONT BOULEVARDeast side, starting at a point 293 feet north of the north curbline of Rosalind Avenue, north for a distance of 18 feet.

(TH-446/24)

JACOB STREET - east side, starting at a point 122 feet south of the south curbline of Rosalind Avenue, south for a distance of 20 feet.

(TH-465/24)

LANGDON STREET - north side, starting at a point 37 feet east of the east curbline of Clement Avenue, east for a distance of 20 feet.

(TH-461/24)

FRANKLIN SQUARE

HERMAN AVENUE - south side, starting at a point 188 feet west of the west curbline of Birch Street, west for a distance of 20 feet.

(TH-507/24)

GARDEN CITY SOUTH WELLINGTON ROAD SOUTH - west side, starting at a point 45 feet south of the south curbline of Terrace Avenue, south for a distance of 18 feet.

(Tha-457/24)

LEVITTOWN BLUE GRASS LANE - north side, starting at a point 120 feet east of the east curbline of Shelter Lane, east for a distance of 20 feet.

(485/24)

ROOSEVELT

EAST RAYMOND AVENUE - north side, starting at a

point 321 feet east of the east curbline of Nassau Road, east for a distance of 18 feet.

(TH-472/24)

(NR) VALLEY STREAM DeWITT STREET - east side, starting at a point 66 feet south of the south curbline of Oliver Avenue, south for a distance of 20 feet.

(TH-439/24) and on the repeal of the following locations previously set aside as parking spaces for physically handicapped persons: (NR) LAWRENCE WEST AVENUE - west side, starting at a point 30 feet north of a point opposite the north curbline of North Street, north for a distance of 18 feet.

(TH-121/12 - 7/10/12)

(TH-473/24)

SEAFORD HICKORY STREET - north side, starting at a point 310 feet west of the west curbline of Jackson Avenue, west for a distance of 14 feet.

(TH-322/21 - 9/23/21) (TH-495/24) WEST HEMPSTEAD PARK AVENUE - east side, starting at a point 162 feet north of Lincoln Place, north for a distance of 20 feet.

(TH-493/02 - 12/03/02) (TH-499/24) ; 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) 150623

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LEGAL NOTICE

LEGAL NOTICE

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that a resolution was duly adopted by the Board of Fire Commissioners of the WANTAGH FIRE DISTRICT, Town of Hempstead, County of Nassau, State of New York, on the Sixteenth day of December 2024, subject to permissive referendum as provided for by the General Municipal law. An extract of the resolution is as follows: The WANTAGH FIRE DISTRICT has by appropriate resolution established a certain capital reserve fund designated as the Capital Reserve Fund, established pursuant to Section 6(g) of the General Municipal Law, in an account for deposit of said Capital Reserve Fund entitled,

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“The Wantagh Fire District, Section 6(g) General Municipal Building and Grounds Capital Reserve Fund”; and; in which account is sufficient funds to accomplish the purposes herein after set forth, namely, the Station 2 Revitalization Project, including repairs to masonry, paint, asphalt parking surfaces and labor, material, inspection, delivery, incidental expenses, advertising, and attorney’s fees, in order to maintain the efficiency of the Wantagh Fire District in the discharge of their duties in preserving the lives and property of the residents of the community and the said project is deemed in the best interest of the residents of the Wantagh Fire District. The resolution further provides that there be transferred from the present Capital Reserve Fund entitled, “The Wantagh Fire District, Section 6(g) General Municipal Building and Grounds Capital Reserve Fund” of the Wantagh Fire District a sum not to exceed an additional Sixty-Five Thousand ($65,000.00) dollars for a total amount of and the District Treasurer is authorized to effect such transfer from time to time as necessary for the project.

This resolution is subject to a permissive resolution and shall not take effect until thirty (30) days, as provided by the General Municipal Law.

Dated: December 16th 2024

By order of The Board of Fire Commissioner Brendan J. Narell Superintendent 150644

LEGAL NOTICE

LEGAL NOTICE TO THE TAXPAYERS OF THE EAST MEADOW FIRE DISTRICT: NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that a resolution was duly adopted by the Board of Fire Commissioners of the EAST MEADOW FIRE DISTRICT, Town of Hempstead, County of Nassau, State of New York, on the 16th day of December, 2024, subject to permissive referendum as provided for by the General Municipal Law. An extract of the resolution is as follows: THE EAST MEADOW FIRE DISTRICT SHALL EXPEND A SUM NOT TO EXCEED TWO MILLION ONE HUNDRED THOUSAND ($2,100,000.00) DOLLARS FROM THE SECTION 6(G) GENERAL MUNICIPAL LAW BUILDING AND GROUNDS CAPITAL RESERVE FUND FOR THE PURCHASE OF A RENOVATION OF THE DISTRICT BUILDING AT 580 EAST MEADOW AVENUE AND ASSOCIATED EQUIPMENT, FURNISHINGS AND

RELATED EXPENSES. THIS RESOLUTION AMENDS A PRIOR RESOLUTION OF THE BOARD THAT SET THE BUDGET FOR THE PROJECT AT TWO MILLION ($2,000,000.00) DOLLARS.

This resolution shall not take effect until thirty (30) days unless, in the meanwhile, a permissive referendum as provided by the General Municipal Law is required to be held.

Dated: December 16, 2024

BOARD OF FIRE COMMISSIONERS

EAST MEADOW FIRE DISTRICT

TOWN OF HEMPSTEAD ATTEST: ERIC BECKER

Secretary 150685

LEGAL NOTICE

NOTICE OF ADOPTION OF TOWN OF HEMPSTEAD

LOCAL LAW NO. 75-2024

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 December 10th, 2024, by the Town Board of the Town of Hempstead on the proposed adoption of Town of Hempstead Local Law No. 75-2024, and following the close of the hearing the Town Board duly adopted Town of Hempstead Local Law No. 75-2024, amending Section 202-1 of the Code of the Town of Hempstead, to include and repeal “PARKING OR STANDING PROHIBITIONS” at various locations.

Dated: December 10, 2024 Hempstead, New York BY ORDER OF THE TOWN BOARD OF THE TOWN OF HEMPSTEAD

DONALD X. CLAVIN, JR.

Supervisor

KATE MURRAY

Town Clerk 150616

LEGAL NOTICE

NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING

PLEASE TAKE NOTICE that pursuant to Article 9 of the New York State Constitution, the provisions of the Town Law and Municipal Home Rule of the State of New York, both as amended, a public hearing will be held in the Town Meeting Pavilion, Hempstead Town Hall, 1 Washington Street, Hempstead, New York, on the 7th day of January, 2025, at 10:30 o’clock in the forenoon of that day to consider the enactment of a local law to amend Section 197-5 of the code of the Town of Hempstead to INCLUDE “ARTERIAL STOPS” at the following locations:

FRANKLIN SQUARE

JAMES STREET (TH 517/24) - STOP -

All traffic traveling west bound on Fenworth Boulevard shall come to a full stop.

JAMES STREET (TH 517/24) - STOP -

All traffic traveling east bound on Fenworth Boulevard shall come to a full stop.

LEVITTOWN

JERUSALEM AVENUE (TH 422(B)/24) - STOP -

All traffic traveling east bound on Eagle Lane shall come to a full stop.

LIDO BEACH

BLACKHEATH ROAD NORTH (TH 515/24)-STOP

-All traffic traveling west bound on Fairway Road shall come to a full stop.

MERRICK

ALFRED ROAD WEST (TH 509/24) - STOP - All traffic traveling west bound on Hawthorne Avenue shall come to a full stop.

ALFRED ROAD WEST (TH 509/24) - STOP - All traffic traveling west bound on Willow Avenue shall come to a full stop.

SEAFORD

WAVERLY AVENUE (TH 520/24) - STOPAll traffic traveling south bound on Alan Drive shall come to a full stop.

UNIONDALE

MILDRED PLACE (TH 530/24) - STOP -

All traffic traveling east bound on Stanton Boulevard shall come to a full stop.

MILDRED PLACE (TH 530/24) - STOP -

All traffic traveling west bound on Stanton Boulevard shall come to a full stop.

MILDRED PLACE (TH 530/24) - STOPAll traffic traveling south bound on Mildred Place shall come to a full stop.

ALSO, to REPEAL from Section 197-5 “ARTERIAL STOPS” at the following location:

LEVITTOWN

JERUSALEM ROAD (TH 422/24) - STOPAll traffic traveling east bound on Eagle Lane shall come to a full stop. (Adopted 11/19/24) ALL PERSONS INTERESTED shall have an opportunity to be heard on said proposal at the time and place aforesaid.

Dated: December 10, 2024

Hempstead, New York BY ORDER OF THE TOWN BOARD OF THE TOWN OF HEMPSTEAD

DONALD X. CLAVIN, JR. Supervisor

KATE MURRAY Town Clerk 150612

LEGAL NOTICE NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING PLEASE TAKE NOTICE that pursuant to Section 202-48 of the Code of the Town of Hempstead entitled, “Handicapped Parking on Public Streets,” a public hearing will be held in the Town Meeting Pavilion. Hempstead Town Hall, 1 Washington Street, Hempstead, New York, on the 7th day of January, 2025, at 10:30 o’clock in

the forenoon of that day, to consider the adoption of a resolution 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 at the following locations:

BALDWIN

MADISON AVENUEsouth side, starting at a point 125 feet west of the west curbline of Grand Avenue, west for a distance of 20 feet.

(TH-536/24)

EAST MEADOW

GREEN VALLEY ROADwest side, starting at a point 260 feet north of the north curbline of Peters Avenue, north for distance of 20 feet.

(TH-553/24)

ELMONT

HUNNEWELL AVENUEeast side, starting at a point 161 feet south of the south curbline of Russell Street, south for a distance of 18 feet.

(TH-519/24)

FRANKLIN SQUARE

JAMES STREET, west side, starting at a point 256 feet north of the north curbline of Benris Avenue, north for a distance of 20 feet.

(TH-521/24)

McKINLEY AVENUE - east side, starting at a point 124 feet south of the south curbline of Garfield Street, south for a distance of 20 feet.

(TH-534/24)

WILLOW ROAD - north side, starting at a point 491 feet west of the west curbline of Birch Street, west for a distance of 20 feet.

(TH-551/24)

UNIONDALE

BRAXTON STREET - north side, starting at a point 45 feet east of the east curbline of Ruxton Place, east for a distance of 20 feet.

(TH-508/24)

NEWPORT ROAD - east side, starting at a point 152 feet north of the north curbline of Braxton Street, north for a distance of 20 feet.

(TH-533/24)

GOODRICH STREETnorth side, starting at a point 466 feet east of the east curbline of Chester Street, east for a distance of 19 feet.

(TH-539/24)

(NR) VALLEY STREAM AMHERST AVENUEnorth side, starting at a point 193 feet east of the east curbline of Ocean Avenue, east for a distance of 20 feet.

(TH-546/24) and on the repeal of the following locations previously set aside as parking spaces for physically handicapped persons: BELLMORE EAST ALDER ROADsouth side, starting at a point 167 feet east of the east curbline of Bellmore Avenue, east for a distance of 22 feet.

(TH-129/939/28/93)(TH-514/24)

FRANKLIN SQUARE

CRIME bRIEfS

Man arrested for probation violation

A Westbury man was arrested Tuesday night after a probation visit uncovered drugs, a weapon, and cash at an East Meadow residence, Nassau County police said.

Officers responded to 1884 McKinley Ave. around 8 p.m. to assist Nassau County probation officers with a compliance check.

They discovered that Benjamin Ramirez Munoz, 22, of 234 Grand Blvd., was living at the McKinley Avenue home illegally, violating the terms of his probation, according to police.

Authorities said officers found cocaine, heroin, cash, and a loaded .38-caliber handgun at the residence. Munoz was taken into custody without incident.

Munoz faces multiple charges, including second-degree criminal possession of a controlled substance, two counts of third-degree criminal possession of a controlled substance, fourth-degree criminal possession of a controlled substance, second-, third-, and fourth-degree criminal possession of a weapon, four counts of seventh-degree criminal possession of a controlled substance, and probation violation.

He will be arraigned in First District Court in Hempstead.

Police seek driver from hit-and-run crash

Nassau County police are investigating a hit-and-run that left a 47-year-old man injured Friday evening.

The victim was standing on the south side of Jerusalem Avenue near Albert Road around 5:45 p.m. when he was struck by a black SUV or pickup truck traveling eastbound, according to detectives.

Police said the impact knocked the

ROSEGOLD STREETsouth side, starting at a point 69 feet west of the west curbline of Randolph Avenue, west for a distance of 19 feet.

(TH-311/14 - 10/01/14)

(TH-526/24)

UNIONDALE

ORCHARD PLACE - south side, starting at a point 246 feet east of the east curbline of Amsterdam Avenue, east for a distance of 20 feet.

(TH-176/24 - 6/04/24)

(TH-542/24)

(NR) VALLEY STREAM WYNGATE DRIVE - west side, starting at a point 54 feet south of the south curbline of Bretton Road, south for a distance of 20 feet.

(TH-364/17 - 11/28/17)

(TH-516/24) ALL PERSONS INTERESTED shall have an opportunity to be heard on said proposal at the time and place aforesaid.

Dated: December 10, 2024

Hempstead, New York BY ORDER OF THE TOWN BOARD OF THE TOWN OF HEMPSTEAD

DONALD X. CLAVIN, JR. Supervisor

KATE MURRAY

Town Clerk 150614

man to the ground, causing a broken pelvis and lacerations to his face and arms. The driver fled the scene.

Detectives are asking anyone with information about the incident to contact Nassau County Crime Stoppers at (800) 244-8477 or call 911. Callers will remain anonymous.

LEGAL NOTICE

NOTICE OF ADOPTION OF TOWN OF HEMPSTEAD LOCAL LAW NO. 74-2024

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 December 10th, 2024 , by the Town Board of the Town of Hempstead on the proposed adoption of Town of Hempstead Local Law No. 74-2024, and following the close of the hearing the Town Board duly adopted Town of Hempstead Local Law No. 74-2024, amending Chapter 202 of the Code of the Town of Hempstead, to include and repeal “REGULATIONS &

RESTRICTIONS” to limit parking at various locations.

Dated: December 10, 2024

Hempstead, New York BY ORDER OF THE TOWN BOARD OF THE TOWN OF HEMPSTEAD

DONALD X. CLAVIN, JR. Supervisor

KATE MURRAY Town Clerk 150615

LEGAL NOTICE

STATE OF NEW YORK

SUPREME COURT: COUNTY OF NASSAU

WELLS FARGO BANK, N.A., Plaintiff, v. DALE JUNGER A/K/A DALE R. JUNGER, ET AL, Defendants.

NOTICE OF SALE IN FORECLOSURE PLEASE TAKE NOTICE THAT

In pursuance of a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the Office of the County Clerk of Nassau County on September 18, 2019, I, Judith Powell, Esq. the Referee named in said Judgment, will sell in one parcel at public auction

on January 29, 2025 at North Side Steps of the Nassau County Supreme Court, 100 Supreme Ct. Dr., Mineola, NY 11501, at 02:00 PM the premises described as follows: 1611 N Jerusalem Road East Meadow, NY 11554 SBL No.: 50-388-54 ALL THAT TRACT OR PARCEL OF LAND situate in the Town of Hempstead, County of Nassau, State of New York. The premises are sold subject to the provisions of the filed judgment, Index No. 611231/2017 in the amount of $267,342.65 plus interest and costs. The aforementioned auction will be conducted in accordance with the Court System’s COVID-19 mitigation protocols and as such all persons must comply with social distancing, wearing masks and screening practices in effect at the time of this foreclosure sale.

Woods Oviatt Gilman LLP Attorneys for Plaintiff 500 Bausch & Lomb Place Rochester, NY 14604 Tel.: 855-227-5072 150692

Benjamin RamiRez munoz

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Q. Our front steps are falling apart, and it’s going to cost a lot of money to get concrete foundation, new brick, etc. We were given an alternative to build wooden steps, and I was wondering, since I don’t see any wooden steps in my neighborhood, is it legal to have wood front steps and, if we can, what are the do’s and don’ts so we get this right?

A. Front steps are part of what I refer to as the presentation to passersby of your home’s appearance, so if that is a concern to you, the steps should be a reflection of the rest of the architecture, compatible and presentable. There is no code limitation on the material being nonflammable, so you can use wood.

I’m not a big fan of front steps made of wood, unless the rest of the house is of the same material. Even though I know there are many reasons to build out of wood, such as more lightweight construction, utilizing smaller foundation piers instead of larger concrete spread footings, and because the construction costs less, consider appearance and durability. Wood is more difficult and costly to maintain.

If you plan to use synthetic decking, a durable composite material, and polyvinyl or composite railings, again, consider cost and durability. The understructure, made of treated lumber, will never last as long as concrete, and the finish materials don’t take the abuse of moving washing machines, refrigerators and other large appliances in by way of your front door. The front door, by code, is required to be a minimum of three feet wide and is often the only door that is wide enough to get the large and heavy boxes into the house.

I speak from experience when I say that delivery people aren’t always as careful as you’d want them to be, and the nosing on my concrete paver block is now chipped and in need of replacement because of the new refrigerator we received. I watched them bang the box onto the step as the container was lifted, and even though I gritted my teeth, there was nothing to be done. Imagine what your beautiful wood or composite wood will look like the first time someone makes that heavy front-door package delivery.

Also, clearing snow and ice from the steps is going to pose problems if you use the edge of a shovel to scrape or chip the ice and snow.

I know that people say that nobody uses their front door, and that’s a terrific choice, but not practical, since I can’t imagine that all the uninvited people, like the postal worker, the delivery person, random solicitors and occasional guests, will enter through the side or garage door. And keep in mind that if you use wood, the fasteners should be hidden, and not top-face-nailed or screwed. With over 200 types of fasteners for this specific purpose, don’t let anybody tell you this can’t be done. Good luck!

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‘After-school’

activities benefit those of all ages

as the new school year begins on Long Island, students are returning not only to classrooms, but also to a vibrant world of extracurricular activities.

While we often associate clubs, sports teams and after-school programs with youth development, it’s crucial to recognize that the benefits of such involvement extend far beyond childhood and adolescence. In fact, adults in Nassau County and beyond have just as much to gain by getting involved in activities outside their daily routines.

For students, the advantages of participation in extracurriculars are well documented. A study published in the Journal of Youth Development found that students involved in such activities were 15 percent more likely to attend college, and had a graduation rate 12 percent higher than their uninvolved peers. Moreover, these students reported higher levels of self-esteem and lower rates of depression and anxiety.

Local success stories abound. Look no further than all of the Regeneron Science Talent Search finalists whose journeys begin in our local schools’ robotics and science research clubs. Or the many All-American student-athletes who lead

Letters

Fossil fuels, offshore wind and the need for climate action

To the Editor:

our high school teams to victory.

But the benefits of extracurricular involvement aren’t limited to the young.

Adults who take part in community organizations, hobby groups or sports leagues often report improved mental health, expanded social networks, and a greater sense of purpose. According to study in the Journal of Happiness Studies, adults who regularly engaged in group activities reported a 25 percent increase in life satisfaction compared with those who did not.

Nassau County offers a wealth of opportunities for adult involvement. Whether it’s signing up for a book club at the local library, joining a pickleball league in your neighborhood Nassau County park, or volunteering at the North Shore Animal League, there’s an avocation for everyone.

For those who are serious about physical activity, organizations like the Long Island Road Runners Club promote fitness and camaraderie among members of all ages and skill levels. Meanwhile, volunteering with groups such as Island Harvest offers a chance to give back to the community while forging meaningful connections.

The value of these activities extends

Re “To beat the heat on Long Island, we must fight fossil fuels,” by Lauren Krueger, and “Offshore wind is the answer for Long Island,” by Melissa Parrott: These two opinion pieces accurately pinpoint the negative role played by fossil fuel companies in combating climate change, and stress the need to rapidly move toward 100 percent renewable energy.

As Krueger shows, the fossil fuel companies have lied to the public for years about the science and dangers of climate change — caused principally by their own products — and continue to spread misinformation and fear about critical renewable energy projects, such as offshore wind. And Parrott makes the point that offshore wind, an inexhaustible, renewable, affordable energy resource available off our South Shore, will go a long way toward meeting our energy needs, safely and in an environmentally friendly manner. Offshore wind is key to our energy future, and to saving our planet.

Unfortunately, there is currently insufficient action to halt the climate chaos we are now experiencing. We are running out of time. The bottom line is this: As the Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change has stated, to halt the rapid global heating we are now experiencing will require deep changes in the basic social, economic and political institutions we currently have.

One obvious and necessary change is to limit the

beyond personal fulfillment. A report by the Corporation for National and Community Service, also known as AmericCorps, found that volunteers have a 27 percent higher likelihood of finding employment after being out of work compared with non-volunteers. This statistic underscores the networking and skill-building aspects of extracurricular involvement.

In today’s fast-paced world, it’s easy to become consumed by work and daily responsibilities. However, engaging in extracurricular activities provides a crucial balance, offering opportunities for personal growth, stress relief, and community connection. As we watch our children discover new passions and develop important life skills through their afterschool pursuits, let’s take inspiration from their enthusiasm and curiosity. This fall, as Long Island’s students dive into a new year of learning both in and out of the classroom, let’s make it a community-wide initiative to explore the rich tapestry of extracurricular activities available to those of all ages. By doing so, we not only enrich our own lives, but also contribute to the vibrancy and interconnectedness of our communities.

JIM BROWN
“Momalas for Kamala, a thread to unite us,” by Randi Kreiss (Aug. 8-14):
writing, Vice President Kamala Harris still has not met with

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Behind the mask: the flaws in Nassau’s new law

magine a law introduced to fight hate and bigotry — yet it is so flawed that it inadvertently shields those very perpetrators from justice.

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That’s precisely what happened on Aug. 5, when the Nassau County Legislature’s Republican majority pushed through its so-called Mask Transparency Act — a law that, despite its intentions, opens the door to unintended consequences. At first glance, the measure appears to be a strong stance against antisemitism, aimed at unmasking those who would hide behind disguises to commit hateful acts. As a Jewish parent, I understand the appeal of such a measure. But as a former prosecutor, I can’t ignore the fact that this law is not only unconstitutional, but also dangerously impractical.

In this instance, the devil is in the details — or rather, in the lack of them. The legislation is rife with ambiguities that could turn ordinary citizens into targets of unjust prosecution, while allowing actual criminals to walk free.

The members of the Democratic minority recognized these flaws early on, and proposed a more narrowly tailored bill focused specifically on punishing those who use masks to evade responsibility for criminal acts. The Democratic bill was not only clearer, but would have provided a more effective deterrent against those who commit crimes under the guise of anonymity. My colleagues and I also sought to work with the Republicans on a bipartisan solution that could have been both effective and constitutionally sound. Unfortunately, Republicans rebuffed these efforts, pushing through their version of the law without considering the potential consequences. Let me paint you a picture of how this could play out in real life. Imagine a man named Joe Schmoe who harbors deep-seated antisemitic views. He attends an anti-Israel protest outside Nassau Veterans Memorial Coliseum, where he adds his voice to hateful and aggressive chants. The police maintain order throughout the event, but as it winds down, officers notice Schmoe throwing an empty beer bottle into the street. No one is injured, and no property is damaged, but Schmoe is wearing a

mask.

The officers, following the new law, ask Schmoe to remove his mask. He refuses. Asked why he’s wearing it, he remains silent. Left with little choice, the police arrest him — not for throwing the bottle, but for violating the Mask Transparency Act.

How do we prevent a guy with true hate in his heart from being acquitted?

Here’s where things get tricky. Schmoe is processed and eventually ends up in court, where he is provided a public defender, because he can’t afford his own attorney. His case lingers in the justice system for nearly two years due to backlogs. When the case finally goes to trial, the prosecution — funded by taxpayers — is tasked with proving that Schmoe wore the mask with criminal intent.

But his defense is simple: He claims he wore the mask because he wasn’t feeling well, and feared contracting Covid-19. How can the prosecution definitively disprove this claim? The jury, bound to follow the law as written, might very well have no choice but to acquit him. And just like that, the Mask Transparency Act becomes the perfect tool for committing what I call the “perfect crime.”

This is more than a hypothetical sce-

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press. The Democratic National Convention last week continued the goodfeeling tour — and the evasion. The sanitizing of her positions on the issues, in contrast to her previous stances, and the avoidance of her failure as the “border czar” will have additional shelf life.

Her reputation as an abuser of her staff and the high turnover rate among them, as well as her unwillingness to do the work required as V.P., isn’t the thread the mainstream media is willing to look at. I can only hope the upcoming debate will focus on the issues and her record. It isn’t courage that Donald Trump needs to debate her, but rather the self-discipline to stay away from personal attacks that can only undermine him and cause an unnecessary distraction.

Thanks, Peter King, for reflections on Pete Rose

To the editor:

I read with deep interest Peter King’s column “Rethinking the embarrassing saga of Pete Rose (Aug. 15-21). I took particular interest in King’s shar-

ing of his views and questions with his son and grandson.

It seems to me that the complete truth of Rose’s behavior requires both an investigative exercise and collaborative testimony from others to support his claims. essentially, nothing he says should be believed unless the facts beyond his statements can be gleaned, and others can offer evidence in support of his behavior. Because his own previous testimony is both incomplete and untruthful, any decisions on whether to include him in the Hall of Fame must serve the public first and his request last.

The years, and now decades, of Rose’s lying about betting on baseball — and on the Reds in particular — bring up the need to ask other Hall of Fame members their thoughts on his potential induction, too. In particular, Johnny Bench, a colleague of Rose’s on the Reds, says no. Why? Because as Bench states, what rules or pledges of honestly about gambling should our children learn from Rose?

So far, his decades-long behavior suggests there are no pledges from him that we should believe are examples of his character or integrity. When it comes to teaching children, as Bench states, the entire acceptance test is based on character and truthfulness.

Not accepting Rose into the Hall of

nario; it’s a real possibility under this poorly crafted law. The resources spent on prosecuting someone like Schmoe, who walks away unscathed in the end, could have been better used to target those who seek to harm others.

The sad irony here is that the Mask Transparency Act was meant to protect communities from hate and violence, but instead it creates legal loopholes that make it harder to hold the guilty accountable. The law’s vague language and broad scope mean that it can be easily manipulated, turning a well-meaning but seriously flawed piece of legislation into a shield for those it was meant to expose.

Nassau County needs to pass laws that are both constitutionally sound and effective in practice, and the Mask Transparency Act fails on both counts. Instead of deterring hate, it risks emboldening those who seek to evade justice by exploiting the very law designed to stop them. We deserve better — and we deserve laws that are precise, enforceable and, above all, just.

The fight against hate is too important to be left to legislation that does more harm than good. It’s time for our leaders to go back to the drawing board and craft solutions that truly protect our communities.

Seth I. Koslow represents Nassau County’s 5th Legislative District.

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Fame teaches our children that dishonesty can never be rewarded. o ur society must stand for something, and recognize integrity and character. Pete Rose is an undesirable candidate

for the Hall of Fame. Despite his performance as a player, he is unqualified.

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