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The renovation plans for Dogwood Terrace are still subject to approval by the state Division of Housing and Community Renewal and the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development. When the project is completed, the now two-story development in Franklin Square will become an L-shaped four-story building.
Senior residents frustrated with Hempstead Town
By NIColE WAGNER
nwagner@liherald.com
As renovation plans have stalled, residents of Franklin Square’s Dogwood Terrace — an affordable senior housing complex at 1178 Martha Place — have been living in limbo since the plans were announced in February 2023.
The project was not awarded tax credits by the state Division of Housing and Community Renewal in March because the application submitted by the Town of Hempstead for the credits did not demonstrate that the displacement, relocation and acquisition plan would be in accordance with the federal Uniform Relocation Act.
Now the Town of Hempstead is waiting to hear back from the state about its Low-Income Housing Tax Credit Program’s request for proposal for Dogwood Terrace. The U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development will also have to approve the project before it can
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Kathleen Mauceri speaks to importance of volunteering
By NIColE WAGNER nwagner@liherald.com
Kathleen Mauceri has devoted countless hours to helping youth in Franklin Square since she moved there 11 years ago — from teaching pre-kindergarten, to helping at Parent Teacher Association events, to teaching religion at Saint Catherine of Sienna Church and beyond.
Mauceri, 42, a mother of three, said she believes volunteering is an important value to instill in her children — one that was passed down by her mother.
“My mother was an amazing role model (who) always (went)
above and beyond with organizations as I was growing up — and still (does),” Mauceri said.
Throughout her kids’ years at Polk Street School, Mauceri has volunteered at events as a class mom. Her daughters, Isabella and Abby, have graduated from Polk Street, and her son, Liam, is still there.
“I think it’s important for the children to see their family being involved in their school and giving back,” she said of PTA events. Fundraisers hosted by the organization help pay for programs that support students’ education. She also believes that the fun events the PTA helps organize foster pride
and unity in the community, even among its youngest residents. She is now the treasurer of the Polk Street PTA.
Ten years ago, Mauceri began teaching at Saint Catherine of Sienna when her oldest daughter, Isabella, started faith formation there. She feels that faith is something people can take pride in recognizing in their daily life.
“I just feel that it’s important to have a good faith basis,” Mauceri said. “Especially when you think about like service and community and family, that you can have different aspects of that (faith). So, not only is it important to just be a
good person, but to get involved, and you can have fun at different events, but you can also bring your faith into it.”
She also helped out with her daughters’ Girl Scout Troop 1392, as a Girl Scout Cookie Mom. “My time is more valuable when it’s given to others,” Mauceri said. “I work a lot with younger children, not only for
my own family, but I teach preK, and I’ve babysat and taken care of families in the neighborhood. So I just feel that it’s important for them to see that your time is more valuable when you’re helping others.”
Since moving to Franklin Square, she said, she has come to care deeply for the communi-
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Gala helps raise funds for Elmont nonprofit
By NICOLE WAGNER nwagner@liherald.com
Giving Back to Community Corporation, an Elmont-based nonprofit that helps fight hunger locally and overseas, raised roughly $16,000 during its Breaking Bread, Building Futures gala on Oct. 5.
The gala, hosted at Golden Terrace Banquet Hall in Richmond Hill invited donors out for a night of raffles, dancing, dinner and guest speakers.
Professor Chiedu Okala from Virginia who gave a general overview of the organization’s impact and the need to support its mission. Boash Ebo, of Pennsylvania, spoke about the organization’s impact in Onitsha, Nigeria. Everrett Leach, of Elmont, spoke about the organization’s impact locally. Nneka Emeagwali, of Elmont, gave a tribute to our late member of the organization.
more people that come, the better for us. It shows me that there really are so many people who care about our needy.”
The gala celebrated the success of the year past and looked forward to helping more people in need this year.
already have people who are indicating that they need the help.
EmILIAN EmEAGWALI founder, Giving Back to Community Corporation
Attendees traveled from states away, Canada and Nigeria to attend the gala.
“They help us to support the vital work that we are doing,” Emilian Emeagwali, founder of Giving Back to Community Corporation, said. “The
The funds raised during the gala will help Giving Back to Community Corporation with its upcoming third-annual Thanksgiving food drive.
“We are going to use the funds to give turkey during the Thanksgiving distribution,” Emeagwali said.
The Thanksgiving drive will take place at 31 East Merrick Road in Valley Stream on Nov. 23. Last year the drive helped feed roughly 70 people. This year, she hopes to feed up to 100 people who would otherwise not be able to afford a Thanksgiving dinner.
“We already have people who are indicating that they need the help,” she said.
Beneficiaries of the food drive hail from New York City and throughout Nassau County, including Elmont and Valley Stream.
Emeagwali will also travel to Nigeria again Dec. 21 to give rice to those hun-
gry overseas.
“Last year was so rowdy because of the shortage of food,” she said. “So I pray that we get more money so that there will be enough money so that there will be enough food for people that come.”
To learn more about Giving Back to Community Corporation or donate, visit GivingBackToCommunity.org.
The gala was made possible by sponsors including Jackie Grabin, State of The ART Physical Therapy Rehabilitation, HCO Architects Henry Onochie, Walic Pepsi Cola Beverage Distributor Christopher Emeagwali, Eugene Agbimson, Chief Jide Ebo Abga Oriogu, of Onitsha, Patrick Emeagwali, Oduche Igboechi, Bosah L. Ebo and Ralu Onubogu.
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Emillian Emeagwali, founder of Giving Back to Community Corporation, read a citation given to the organization aloud to the audience.
Rescuing Families’ second-annual Halloween Costume Bingo Party last year drew up smiles on the crowd while raising money for a good cause.
Upcoming fun Halloween events in F.S.
Franklin Square neighbors are invited to get into the spooky spirit with Rescuing Families this October as the local nonprofit hosts various Halloween events throughout the month.
Community Marketplace
Community members are encouraged to bring their furry friends to the organization’s last community marketplace of the year at Municipal Lot 4 behind Wendy’s on Hempstead Turnpike Oct. 19 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Rescuing Families will host its firstever pet parade during the event. Pet owners are encouraged to dress their pets up in costumes to win a prize for the cutest, funniest or best overall costume. The pet that wins the best overall costume will win a gift card to Pet Supplies Plus in West Hempstead.
Roughly 35 craft and thrift vendors will participate in the event, according to Rescuing Families founder Gina Centauro. Vendors include Silent Stitches, Joe’s Wooden Creations, Gina’s own Truly Unique Designs and more. Attendees will be able to shop a variety of booths that will sell wooden creations, jewelry, potholders, planters and more.
Gina and Vincent Centauro, both founders of the organization, will also be selling cement jack-o-lantern planters for $20. The price includes the cost of the plant and the planter.
Families can look forward to raffles, a wheel of prizes, and a pay-to-play game tent this weekend at the marketplace.
The rain date for this event is Oct. 20.
Haunted Cemetery Walkthrough
Gina and Vincent will host a haunted cemetery walkthrough at their house located at 1010 Lewiston St. in Franklin Square Oct. 20, 27, 30 and 31.
Theresa Faughnan of Levittown, Greg Faughnan of Levittown, and Jean Cunningham of Farmingdale flew in from the Land of Oz last year to help raise money for Rescuing Families a Halloween Costume Bingo Party. Community members can purchase tickets for this year’s party at RescuingFamilies.org.
During each of those dates, attendees can enjoy free hot chocolate and snacks as they walk through. On Halloween, Rescuing Families will give out treat bags during the festivities.
From 3 to 5 p.m. on those dates, Rescuing Families will host a sensory and kid-friendly walkthrough of the spooky cemetery.
“Nothing is going to be on and there will not be live people in the cemetery,” Gina said. “So they’ll be able to walk through and see everything and not get frightened.”
From dusk to 11 p.m., neighbors who choose to walk through the cemetery must be brave as a house of horrors
awaits them at the end. Rescuing Families volunteers who will spook visitors and Halloween animatronics will make the cemetery come to life at night.
“The house of horrors is not for the faint of heart,” Gina said. “That’s for kids that are a little bit older or braver and adults too. It’s a little bit scary and a little bit gory.”
The walkthrough will not have a flat entrance fee but will instead be donation-based for entry.
“We know times are hard right now and we bring this to our community as something for the kids and adults to have fun so they don’t have to break the bank,” Gina said. “We love Halloween
personally, and we thought what a great way to get the charity out there and also to give people something to enjoy for the holiday.”
Halloween
Bingo Costume Party
Neighbors are invited to attend the third-annual Halloween Bingo Costume Party hosted by Rescuing Families at 7 p.m. on Oct. 25. The bingo part will be hosted at Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 2718 in Franklin Square at 68 Lincoln Road.
At time of press, Gina said there were 15 tickets left for the popular hometown event. Tickets cost $35 per person and can be purchased at RescuingFamilies.org. The ticket price includes five bingo games, drinks, food and endless fun. The event is for those 18 and older.
There will be 30 raffle baskets up for grabs at the event that will include prizes like sports memorabilia, gift certificates to local businesses, tickets to events across Long Island and regionally, hotel stays and more.
Prizes will be awarded for the scariest, funniest and most creative costumes at the bingo party.
Gina hopes to raise $15,000 at the event to help fund the organizations upcoming renovation projects in Valley Stream and Franklin Square.
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Tax credit initiative is saving newspapers
By AMANDA MOTT
Special to the Herald
Earlier this year, the Franklin Square Elmont Herald joined over 200 other local newspapers in New York State to launch the Empire State Local News Coalition, which successfully advocated for a state tax credit to support jobs in local newsrooms across the state.
Now, the fruits of this effort are paying off.
Spurred by the Newspaper and Broadcast Media Jobs Program — the nation’s first tax credit incentivizing hiring at local media outlets — three new local newspapers launched earlier this month in areas previously impacted by newsroom closures in Westchester and on Long Island.
Two of the three Westchester communities that lost their newspapers earlier this year saw the founding of the Rivertowns Dispatch (Ardsley, Hastings-On-Hudson, Dobbs Ferry, Irvington) and The Recorder (Bedford, Lewisboro, Pound Ridge). A third newspaper, the Floral Park Villager, debuted on Long Island in a community that lost its own weekly paper during the Covid19 pandemic, further demonstrating the program’s ability to revive local journalism and reestablish connections within these communities.
“When we support local journalism,
too
our communities win,” said Zachary Richner, founder of the Empire State Local News Coalition and director of Richner Communications, which owns the Long Island Herald newspapers.
“The launch of new local, independent news outlets in Westchester and Long Island is a testament to the momentum
Planning for the Estranged Child (Part
tale about an estranged child. Naturally, they are at a loss as to what to do about the situation when it comes to leaving that child an inheritance.
Years ago, the famous advice columnist Ann Landers wrote that her all time most requested column for reprint was on this very subject. Ann wrote that an inheritance should be considered a gift and that if the gift is not deserved one should not be expected. While that may have been good advice at the time and perhaps still is in most cases, like many things it is more complicated today. In practice, we find that many of these once loving sons and daughters have married individuals with borderline or narcissistic personality disorders. Their spouses are manipulative and controlling. They seek to separate the loving son or daughter from their family so as to better control their spouse. The estranged child knows from experience that going against the wishes of their narcissistic spouse is like throwing gasoline on a fire
so they go along to get along.
Why does this happen? The manipulator has an enormous advantage over the clients’ son or daughter. The manipulator is a professional, having been this way all their life, honing their skills. The estranged son or daughter is an amateur — they have no experience in being manipulated. It may take years for them to even understand they are being manipulated and then more years, if ever, to build up defenses to the manipulation.
When young children are involved, the estranged child well knows the adverse consequences of having any normal relationship with their children should they seek a divorce from the narcissist.
Our advice is to try to understand and be compassionate with an estranged son or daughter in this situation. An Inheritance Protection Trust (IPT), that may only be used for them and your grandchildren, managed by either a sibling or a professional, may be the answer to such a heart-rending situation.
created by New York’s passage of the nation’s first tax credit for hiring at local media outlets. We started the Empire State Local News Coalition after some of these very communities lost vital news sources earlier this year and are thrilled by this resurgence in a shockingly short amount of time.”
The Empire State Local News Coalition was instrumental in advocating for the program’s inclusion in the State budget, which offers a 50 percent refundable tax credit on the first $50,000 of each employee’s salary, with a cap of $300,000 per business over three years. The passage of this bill aims to help combat the state’s rapid decline in local journalism in New York. The state has lost nearly half of its newspapers and thousands of media jobs over the past two decades.
Publishers of the new newspapers shared their optimism and positive outlook for their industry in light of the Newspaper and Broadcast Media Jobs program. Allison Schulte, publisher of the Rivertowns Dispatch stated, “We launched the Rivertowns Dispatch to bring back local news to the
communities of Hastings-on-Hudson, Irvington, Ardsley & Dobbs Ferry, New York after our old local newspaper closed earlier this year. We launched the Rivertowns Dispatch because we believe starting with a shared set of facts makes for richer community life, and that newspapers can be fun as well as useful. We are thrilled for the passage of the New York Newspaper and Broadcast Media Jobs Program because it makes it easier for us to hire full-time, quality journalists to share the news and information our communities want and need. We are so grateful to the Empire State Local News Coalition for its advocacy in bringing urgency to the challenges facing New York’s local media industry.”
Lloyd Trufelman, co-founder and publisher of The Recorder, highlighted the critical role of local news in preserving democracy: “The launch of The Recorder, a nonprofit, nonpartisan newsroom, shows New Yorkers recognize that a healthy democracy depends on access to reliable, quality news sources to stay informed.” Trufelman expressed hope that similar policies would continue to bolster nonprofit news outlets and support a diversified local news ecosystem.
On Long Island, Meg Morgan Norris, publisher of the Floral Park Villager, emphasized the program’s importance in the decision to launch the new paper. “The loss of Floral Park’s longtime newspaper, the Gateway Bulletin, during the Covid-19 pandemic was devastating for this tight-knit community. With the tax credit, there is a path to long-term fiscal stability for outlets like ours,” Norris said.
As local journalism faces evolving challenges, the Empire State Local News Coalition and the Franklin Square Elmont Herald remain committed to advocating for long-term sustainability in the industry so that communities like Franklin Square and Elmont have trusted local news sources. These new publications mark a hopeful step forward in the resurgence of local media across New York, with the coalition pushing for continued legislative support to ensure the long-term sustainability of local journalism.
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Co-founders Lloyd Trufelman, Karen Sabath and Ed Baum celebrate the successful printing of the Bedford Recorder’s first issue.
Kathleen Mauceri, of F.S. supports her community
ty.
“It’s such a family-oriented neighborhood, and there really are people who are willing to go above and beyond to get involved in things, that it just makes it a nice place to raise a family,” she said. The wide variety of community events, library offerings and local small businesses make Franklin Square a special place for Mauceri to live.
“It’s just a nice place to see that you can have a connection with your church, your local restaurants and your school, and you feel like you’re a part of everything that’s going on,” she said. “I think it’s important for kids to see that, you know, they’re not on their own, and it’s not just you and your family, but it’s more of like a big community family.”
Last month, Mauceri was honored as one of 13 Women of Distinction in the 19th Assembly District. She was accompanied by Natalie Osorio, of Franklin Square; Michelle Notti, of West Hempstead; Juliette Giorgio, of West Hempstead; Maureen Mahoney, of West Hempstead; Ninfa Annunziata, of New Hyde Park; Marilynn Bauman, of Williston Park; Kimberly Corcoran-Galante, of Mineola; Anita Fitzpatrick-Carbain, of Mineola; Diane Jones, of Garden City; Rachel Lubertine, of Carle Place; Diana O’Neill, of Garden City; and Bernadette Sosnowski-Funk, of Westbury. The women were honored for their contributions to their communities.
“The women honored today do the incredible work they do not for the sake of recognition, but because they have a deep commitment to making our community a better place for everyone,” Assemblyman Ed Ra said in a news
throughout her children’s time at polk Street School, Kathleen mauceri has helped out with events like color run.
release. “This event is our chance to recognize and support the remarkable contributions they make in areas like education, health care, veterans’ affairs and community service.”
Mauceri said she was “humbled” to be honored at the event. “It was just an honor just to be acknowledged among the women that were there,” she said.
Photos courtesy Kathleen Mauceri
Kathleen mauceri celebrated Halloween with her pre-K students last year at growth and early Learning in franklin Square.
CHARLI TEsoRIERE
East Meadow 8th grade Soccer
NEW TO VARSITY soccer but no stranger to finding the scoresheet, Tesoriere is a big reason East Meadow is on the verge of earning the Nassau Conference AAA/AA4 crown with 11 wins through its first 12 games. Heading into this week’s action, the eighth-grader ranked tied for the county lead in goals with 22. She’s recorded eight multi-goal games and netted hat tricks against Valley Stream Central (both meetings), Hewlett and Glen Cove.
GAMES TO WATCH
Thursday, Oct. 17
Boys Soccer: Baldwin at Mepham 4:30 p.m.
Boys Soccer: Sewanhaka at Carey 4:30 p.m.
Boys Soccer: V.S. Central at Long Beach 5 p.m.
Boys Soccer: Kennedy at South Side 5 p.m.
Girls Soccer: Uniondale at Freeport 5 p.m.
Boys Volleyball: Wantagh at Lawrence 5:30 p.m.
Boys Volleyball: Calhoun at South Side 6:45 p.m.
Boys Volleyball: Clarke at Plainedge 6:45 p.m.
Girls Soccer: Lawrence at V.S. South 7 p.m.
Friday, Oct. 18
Football: Hewlett at South Side 6 p.m.
Football: East Meadow at Oceanside 6 p.m.
Football: Baldwin at Jericho 6 p.m.
Football: Island Trees at West Hempstead 6 p.m.
Football: C.S. Harbor at Plainedge 6:30 p.m.
Saturday, Oct. 19
Football: North Shore at Wantagh 11 a.m.
Football: Lynbrook at Garden City 1 p.m.
Football: Clarke at V.S North 2 p.m.
Football: Farmingdale at Freeport 2 p.m.
Football: Westbury at Uniondale 3 p.m.
Football: Bethpage at Kennedy 3 p.m.
Football: Port Washington at Massapequa 3 p.m.
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Elmont boasts an elite defense
By DYLAN BUTLER sports@liherald.com
The Elmont girls’ soccer team holds two truths to be self-evident even though they don’t make sense when put together.
There’s no team in Nassau County to concede fewer goals than the Spartans, who have given up just six goals in 12 matches.
And yet, Elmont will not play in the postseason.
The other teams close to Elmont’s defensive record — Garden City, Seaford and Plainedge — are all locks for the playoffs.
But that’s the reality in Conference AAA/AA-5. If you’re not in first, like Roosevelt is, your chances at the county playoffs are slim.
With two games remaining in the regular season, Elmont is 5-1-6, fourth place in a tight conference.
Their identity has been a blue-collar one, where the girls sacrifice stats for a defensive work rate.
Goals, assists and saves are the only stats that garner attention in high school soccer. Duels won, tackles, or headed clearances are not computed.
“We try to emphasize sometimes we’re going to have to play with nine girls behind the ball,” Elmont coach Ahmed Hayat said. “It’s not just the goalie, not just the defense, the midfielders got to get back, it’s a team effort because in our conference you can’t be given up three, four or five goals. It’s just not feasible to win games like that.”
Defensively, the Spartans are guided by a back four of
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Senior Amira Erlington-Edwards is the leading scorer for the defensive-minded Spartans, who lost only one of their first dozen games.
former midfielders, who sacrificed offensive stats for the betterment of the program. And there’s goalkeeper
Arashel Vargas, the softball catcher who two years ago was interested in transitioning to another sport and play-
ing goalie.
Senior Makayla Noel has played every minute of every game, minus the four matches she missed in the middle of the season when she was out because of concussion protocol.
Noel, who was out for a critical 1-0 loss to divisionleading Roosevelt, is also the team’s second-leading scorer. She partners with Kimberly Martinez at center back with juniors Kahela Michel and Sharon Na’Anmiap at outside backs. Na’Anmiap, who scored her first varsity goal against Sewanhaka, has made great strides this season as a leader.
The scoring has largely been on Amira ElringtonEdwards’ shoulders and she’s delivered in a big way as the team’s leading scorer. The senior is another player who has played every minute of every game except the 1-1 draw at Westbury due to a toe injury.
“She’s honestly probably one of the best girls I’ll ever coach at Elmont in this program,” Hayat said. “Her tactical awareness and knowledge of the game are just something you really can’t coach.”
Jenna Prashad, who partners with ElringtonEdwards, is another hard worker who never leaves the field.
“To just see the progression and the determination they’ve all shown is nice to see and they’ve taken it to heart,” Hayat said. “They come out and play hard every day. It’s a small team, but even when they’re banged up and hurt, they kind of push through it.”
As renovation plans stall, residents ‘live in limbo’
move forward.
Seniors at the complex have expressed their frustrations to the town over the relocation process that the looming renovations will necessitate. Once the project has been approved, residents of the complex will be able to move to another affordable housing complex run by the town, and return when the project is complete — but they say they are unhappy with the conditions they are currently living in.
Christine Sarner, a resident of Dogwood Terrace since 2020, expressed concerns about public safety, heat and the water quality at the complex. Several times a week, she says, her water is brown.
“Every neighbor I speak to has the rusting water,” Sarner said. “I’ve ruined my clothes washing them in the laundry here in the machines, because they stain all of your clothes. It’s horrible.”
Safety is another concern at the property, because residents walk to the Stop & Shop on Franklin Avenue, behind the complex, late at night. Last December, resident Karyn Sullivan said she was robbed of her purse and groceries on her way back to the complex. Sarner and John Heaphy, a member of the complex’s Residents’ Advisory Board, say they are worried about their neighbors as winter approaches and daylight wanes.
residents of dogwood terrace, an affordable senior housing complex at 1178 martha place in franklin Square, have expressed their frustrations over the looming relocation process and the current condition of the buildings.
“There’s not a lot of light out there — it’s terrible,” Sarner said.
Last winter, Heaphy said, apartments in the complex were sweltering because the buildings’ heating was malfunctioning. “I was sick, I would say six times (last winter) because of the heat,” he said. “You’ve got to put your air on, open your windows. That isn’t the way you’re supposed to live.”
The building is owned and operated by the Town of Hempstead Housing
Authority. The Housing Authority did not immediately respond to a request for comment.
Beyond the conditions of the building, Heaphy said he was frustrated with the lack of communication from the town about the renovation plans and the relocation process.
“They want to keep a gun over our head and make us pay to go and you can’t come back,” Heaphy said of the relocation process, which provides for
residents who leave when renovations start, but does not provide for residents who leave before renovations begin to return to the property “I don’t think that’s fair or legal what they’re doing to us.”
The proposed redevelopment would involve the demolition of seven residential buildings on the 3-acre property, the renovation of the community building and the construction of a new threeand four-story L-shaped residential building with an undisclosed number of one-bedroom apartments.
There would be two elevators, three stairwells and four laundry rooms, one on each floor. The building would be fully compliant with the Americans with Disabilities Act. Its construction is anticipated to take two years.
According to town Housing Authority officials, the rent for current residents would not change during the relocation, and all moving costs and related expenses would be covered by project developer Georgica Green Ventures, of Jericho. Current residents would be given priority over prospective new residents to move into the new building.
“The Housing Authority cannot comment on a specific timeline until we receive a response regarding our application for tax credits with the state,” Edward Cumming, executive director of the town Housing Authority, said of the relocation process.
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Canzoneri-Fitzpatrick seeks a second term
By BRENDAN CARPENTER bcarpenter@liherald.com
Patricia Canzoneri-Fitzpatrick was elected to represent Senate District 9 in 2022. Now she’s seeking re-election to a second term.
Canzoneri-Fitzpatrick, 58, began her career in public service well before becoming a senator. She’s spent time as a trustee in the Village of Malverne — where she lives — as Malverne’s police and fire commissioner, and as the village’s deputy mayor and budget director. Her late husband, Jim, was the inspiration for launching her political career, and her memories of him continue to drive her.
“He was the commissioner of emergency management for Nassau County, and he died very suddenly in 2011,” she said. “I was appointed to the Malverne Village Board, and I took his spot as a trustee. It launched my political career. He had a mission of public service, of helping people, and he truly is an inspiration.”
She’s proud of the work she’s done so far, but has things she would also like to tackle in a second term. One of them is supporting police.
Canzoneri-Fitzpatrick says police need more funding, training, and trust based on their training. She feels her experience as Malverne’s police commissioner gives her insight and experi-
ence that makes her valuable in offering them support. Along those lines, one of the issues that motivated her to run two years ago, which is still a major discussion point, is bail reform and judges’ discretion, and she wants to
continue to work on it.
“One of the first bills I proposed was allowing judges to have discretion,” she said. “I understood that there was a need for the bail laws to change, and I applauded that, but I think they went
too far. So we need to bring it back a little bit toward the middle, so to speak, and give judges discretion.”
She also wants to support small businesses. She says they should be allowed to go on without increased utility rates and increased taxes from the state.
“Small businesses are the backbone of our community. It’s very important to support small businesses,” she said.
She also hopes to offer more support to veterans, more mental health support in schools, and to stop Nassau County from becoming a “sanctuary county” for illegal immigration. She’s also not opposed to offshore wind energy options, but thinks they have to be implemented in a more efficient way than previously attempted. Above all else, though, Canzoneri-Fitzpatrick wants people to know who she is.
“I’m a real person, I’m a mom, I’m a business owner, I’m a person who’s lived here my whole life,” she said. “I am trying to help people, listen to their concerns. I do not vote on standard party lines; I vote based on what I think my district needs. My door is always open. If you need help, please come to me.”
Lynch’s campaign ‘has been an eye-opener’
By BRENDAN CARPENTER
bcarpenter@liherald.com
James Lynch is a longtime psychiatrist, helping those struggling with severe mental illness. He has an understanding of what it’s like to be poor, at risk of homelessness and underserved. That made him want to help even more.
Lynch, 59, moved to Stewart Manor in 2007. He spent time as a trustee and deputy mayor for the village, and enjoyed it, but decided he wanted to do more. He thought of Senate District 9, and threw his hat into the ring. Now, he has seen and met people he hadn’t known before, and it has opened his eyes.
“I’ve gone to places in my district that I have not known at all, streets I’ve not known at all, talked to people I’ve not known at all,” Lynch said. “This whole thing has been an eye-opener.”
He hopes to “end one party domination” in Nassau County politics. He hopes to join their ranks, and hold them accountable.
“I’d like to see a change in the tone and the dynamics that don’t exist in Nassau County,” he said. “I don’t think some people are serving us as well as they should.”
Lynch plans to combat climate
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Canzoneri-Fitzpatrick’s challenger, James Lynch, has been active locally as well, as a trustee and deputy mayor of Stewart Manor.
change and the effects it has had on local communities. He supports the development of wind farms, but said he
understands there’s work to be done in terms of community response. He has met with resident of communities —
such as Long Beach — who have pushed back against wind farms, and after meeting with them, he said they have agreed be open to potential wind farms in the future.
He also plans to work to keep taxes from increasing. That’s easier said than done, but he says he is in support of instituting tax caps for homeowners and businesses.
“I support a tax cap,” he said. “Nassau County, Town of Hempstead, my school district, has a tax cap. New York state government, that’s a separate thing to deal with, but that’s how you solve it. It’s only slowing the rate of increase; it’s not stopping or lowering it. So I expect my taxes to stay the same.” Lynch is also against the development of the Sands Casino, and wants to create more jobs around our local universities. Some of the best ideas come from students, he says, and those ideas should be built up and given more opportunities to thrive. He wants to improve the livelihoods of those in the next generation, and wants voters to know he plans to work for everyone.
“I’m a public servant,” he said. “I love where I live, and I’d like to make it better for my kids, not for me. I’m hoping to turn the tide, and I’m not a politician. I’m hoping that that resonates with people.”
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State Sen. Patricia Canzoneri-Fitzpatrick once served as a Malverne village trustee and as the village’s police and fire commissioner, inspired by her late husband, Jim.
Islanders fans celebrate home opener at UBS
Islanders fans traveled far and wide to attend the team’s season home opener at UBS Arena in Elmont on Oct. 10.
Families and friends alike had fun at The Park at UBS Arena last week as the Islanders faced the Utah Hockey Club.
Sports fans enjoyed live music, pizza and s’mores, skated on Northwell Pond and tested their hockey skills with games like bullseye battle, accuracy challenge and hardest shot.
A caricature artist created memories for fans who were drawn to remember the day’s festivities. The kids zone hosted a slew of fun for young fans with games like the slap shot booth, double overtime obstacle challenge, center ice moon bounce, Northwell mini golf and an allfoam dunk tank.
To learn more about upcoming Islanders games, visit NHL.com. To learn more about events hosted at The Park at UBS Arena, visit TheParkAtUBSArena.com.
–Nicole Wagner
Dominic Rapisarda, 7, wore his Sparky hat to the Islanders game last week.
Stephen Piechowski, Samantha Brunjes, Matt Carr, Jessica, Christine and Steven Giuliani had fun at The Park at UBS Arena on Oct. 10.
Grace Kearney-Bauer and Scarlett Bauer, 11, put on their best Islanders gear to show their team pride.
Denise Cinque and Andrew Cinque had their picture drawn by the caricature artist at The Park at UBS Arena.
Alexandra Weinman, 8, traveled from Nashville, Tennessee, to watch the Islanders face off against the Utah Hockey Club Oct. 10.
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Mark Williamson, 8, John Williamson and Mason Williamson, 7, get excited for the Islanders’ home opener with Sparky and Nyisles.
Kenny Knab and Charley Mcanulla get ready to pump the crowd up.
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Jewish community unites for Israel in Nassau
By JORDAN VALLONE jvallone@liherald.com
The mood was somber at Eisenhower Park’s Harry Chapin Lakeside Theatre last week, where hundreds gathered on Oct. 7 to commemorate the first anniversary of the attacks against Israel. As local and congressional leaders, alongside rabbinical figures from across Nassau County, stood united in reflection, the crowd listened with to messages of resilience — an urgent call to combat rising antisemitism — and a collective resolve to move forward with strength and unity.
Prior to opening remarks, made by Congressmen Anthony D’Esposito, Tom Suozzi and Nick LaLota, a Color Guard was presented by members of the Nassau County Police Department and the Jewish War Veterans, while Shulem Lemmer, a well-known Hasidic recording artist, sang both the “Star Spangled Banner” and “Hatikvah,” the Israeli national anthem.
D’Esposito emphasized the need for the U.S. to fund Israel in its campaign against terrorism in the Middle East, as well as the need to combat antisemitism at home.
“We need leadership in the House of Representatives to begin to root out antisemitism and evil in every corner of this nation,” he said.
“Israel’s willingness to fight this is battle, is a battle that they’re fighting not just for them and their survival,” Suozzi said. “It’s for us as well, because the same people that want to kill the Jews, the same people that want to destroy Israel, also want to destroy the United States of America as well, and they’re fighting on our behalf.”
County Executive Bruce Blakeman recalled the moment he received word of the attacks in Israel last year, and
said he immediately instructed Police Commissioner Patrick Ryder to mobi lize the Nassau County Police Depart ment, and send them to every syna gogue and “make sure they’re safe and secure.”
Several speakers remarked on the fact that there are still known hostages in Gaza — including Americans, and Long Islanders, such as Omer Neutra, who’s from Plainview.
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The event was coordinated through Nassau County’s work with the Jewish Community Relations Council, led by Mindy Perlmutter. She said 22 Jewish organizations — that make up the Long Island Jewish Coalition — meet regularly to share what they’re doing, and how they can support each other’s goals.
“This coalition, along with our county executive and his office, organized this evening’s program to recall, reflect and comfort each other as we remember those who were massacred — demand that our hostages be released — and emphasize that Israel has a right to exist and defend herself,” Perlmutter said.
Several Israel Defense Forces veterans spoke, including Nassau County Legislator Mazi Pilip, and Ira Kohler, who recently completed his military service in Israel. Kohler is a Schechter School graduate, and is friends with Neutra.
Even though it’s been a year since the attacks, Kohler said people — like his friend — are still living in a “dark day.”
“This day will only come to an end for him in one of two ways — he will either have the opportunity to run to his mother, or we will watch his mother bury him in the ground and say her final goodbyes,” he said. “And for that — we need to continue fighting, because we must see them home.”
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Hundreds packed onto the fields of Eisenhower Park last week to reflect on the first anniversary of the Oct. 7 attacks against Israel. Many held Israel flags in support.
Little free library honors late staff member
Clara H. Carlson School students and staff paid respects to Giandonato “John” Orlando, a maintenance worker at the school who died last year, with the dedication of a new Little Free Library on Sept. 27. This initiative was led by the Building Advisory Committee.
Samantha McNamara led the BAC team to acquire the Little Free Library, which will provide free, donated books to the students at Carlson. With the help of the maintenance and custodial team, the library was installed just prior to the ceremony.
One class from every grade attended the ceremony held that morning. Orlando’s own family members were also present, with his grandchildren placing the first donated books into the library.
During the ceremony, fifth grader David Latimer read aloud the poem, “I Opened a Book,” and a teacher read aloud a tribute. Orlando’s friend and colleague, Mike Deutch, unveiled the library.
“This Little Free Library is a collective effort, by so many, that will help foster a love for reading,” Assistant Principal and BAC leader Richard Mansfield said. “It is also a wonderful tribute to a man who gave so much to the Elmont school community. I’m so proud of how the school community came together to make this literacy initiative come to fruition.”
–Nicole Wagner
Clara H. Carlson School held a dedication ceremony to former staff member Giandonato ‘John’ Orlando with a Little Free Library on Sept. 27.
PERSON TO PERSON
Doing what DOESN’T come naturally
Feeling miserable? It’s natural to wallow in your misery. Angry folks do it by obsessing about the wrongs others have done to them. Sad folks do it by recalling their hurts, disappointments and pain. Worried people do it by anguishing about the next trouble, before it even occurs.
Yes, there’s something to be said for feeling miserable from time to time. If these are your honest emotions, you need to feel them—not deny, repress, distort or suppress them. Indeed, good energy can flow from feeling hot under the collar about wrongs done to you. Though sadness is strongly felt after losing someone you truly care about, yet your sadness does not have to last a lifetime. Worrying about something may well serve the purpose of averting disaster, but only if you truly can do something about whatever concerns you.
That said, there are times when people hold on to these negative feelings too long. They don’t just feel them--they embrace them, cradle them, exaggerate them---until the feelings transform themselves into an identity. When that happens, they do not just feel angry, sad or worried, they become folks with a chip on their shoulder, despair in their heart or fear in their soul.
If you believe it’s time for you to let go of emotions that have been robbing you of vital energy, I will now offer ideas to guide you on a new path. Do what doesn’t come naturally. Act in a way contrary to how you are feeling! Here are a few examples:
If your co-worker has gotten you so ticked off, that you’d like to wring his neck, you’re entitled to be boiling mad. There’s a time to have a hissy fit, blow a gasket, get bent out of shape. But then there’s a time to let go, to heal, to take care of yourself. If you don’t, your anger
tress for you or if your comfort zone has shrunk to the size of a postage stamp, it’s time to act differently. Feelings often fol low behavior. So, even if you’re on pins and needles about taking a risk, asking a question, taking an action, do it anyway. Do it even as you mutter to yourself, “I gotta be crazy to do this.” Courage is developed by taking an action, despite being frightened.
Yes, it feels counterintuitive to act contrary to the way you feel. But often, that’s exactly what you need to do.
Linda Sapadin, Ph.D., psychologist, coach, and author specializes in helping people improve their relationships, enhance their lives, and overcome debilitating anxiety, procrastination, and depression. Contact her at DrSapadin@ aol.com. Visit her website at PsychWisdom.com.
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Hempstead job fair offers new opportunities
By MOHAMMAD RAFIQ mrafiq@liherald.com
The Town of Hempstead job fair at the Freeport Recreation Center on Sept. 19 was bustling with activity, as nearly 2,000 job seekers, including Franklin Square and Elmont residents, packed the venue in search of new employment opportunities.
Hosted by Town Supervisor Don Clavin, Freeport Mayor Robert Kennedy and the Village of Freeport, the event featured close to 100 employers with jobs in a wide range of industries, including civil service, construction, health care, banking, emergency services, solar energy and publishing.
HempsteadWorks, part of the town’s Department of Occupational Resources, which has been organizing job fairs since 2021, has seen significant growth in attendance, with this year’s turnout rivaling an event last March. The fair was well-organized, with a time slotbased registration system to cut down on wait times — a system that has proven effective at previous events. Job seekers without time slots were still welcome to attend, and in the afternoon, the line of applicants stretched down the sidewalk outside the building.
For many attendees, the fair offered a rare chance to meet employers face to face, something that is becoming less common in today’s largely online job-search environment.
“I feel like it gives you a better chance of getting the job,” Steven Kaegen, a 23-year-old from East Meadow, said. Kaegen came to the fair looking for opportunities in the U.S. Postal Service and the heating, ventilation and air conditioning industry, and he appreciated the personal interaction. “I don’t like sitting behind a desk or working with other people too much,” he added, noting that some of the “hands-on” jobs at the fair were
for children, promoting the importance of fitness and soccer.
more appealing to him.
Barbara Florence, representing Harbor Child Care, shared the sentiment that events like this one connect job seekers and employers in ways that the online application process simply can’t. Harbor Child Care, a program that supports early-childhood education, has taken part in the Hempstead job fair for the past five years.
Florence described it as an opportunity to make meaningful connections with potential hires, many of whom have gone on to work for the organization. “We receive a lot of resumes to follow up and get people from job fairs,” she said. “It’s great to be able to support the community, so we’re happy to be here.”
One of the main attractions of the fair was the diversity of opportunities that were available. Attendees could explore careers ranging from public safety positions with the Nassau County Police Department to educational roles with Soccer Shots, which hires coaches to teach children the fundamentals of soccer.
Herman Franco, a representative of Soccer Shots, said the organization is always looking for enthusiastic applicants who enjoy working with children. “We teach kids soccer from the ages of 2 to 8, so we’re always looking for coaches that are very good with kids, patient and outgoing,” Franco explained.
The fair gave Jose Melendez a chance to explore government-related jobs. “I was looking more governmentwise, like NYPD or Nassau County P.D.,” the 18-year-old Hempstead resident said.
Melendez said he appreciated the ease of attending the fair, noting that it was better than applying online. “You just come in person and talk to people,” he said, adding that he received valuable advice about the NCPD’s hiring process.
Fern Summer, who works with Long Island Cares’ veterans program, was on hand not only to promote job opportunities, but also to share information about support services. “I work with veterans, but most of the people who come through are civilians,” Summer said. “We collect information and give out information, so it’s whatever they want.”
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Herman Franco, from Soccer Shots, spoke with attendees about coaching opportunities
STEPPING OUT
Back to the basics:
Building with BLOCKS
Young imaginations reach new heights at ‘Block Party’
By Danielle Schwab
From a futuristic spaceship to a giant castle, there’s no limit to what can be created with blocks and a little creativity.
Young “builders” are invited to show off their skills at “Block Party,” a free-play exhibit for all ages to enjoy.
But be sure to visit soon — Long Island Children’s Museum’s seasonal exhibit is short-lived. It runs through Nov. 3.
“This new exhibit for the museum is so open-ended and encourages so many different modalities of learning and types of play within the space,” says Ashley Niver, the museum’s director of education.
While kids may play with smaller blocks at home, these big foam blocks come in larger-than-life proportions — so visitors can make their biggest creations yet.
Steve Martin and Martin Short
• Now until Nov. 3
• $17 museum admission, $16 seniors 65 and older
• View the LICM events calendar at licm.org for additional information or call (516) 224-5800
• Long Island Children’s Museum, Museum Row, Garden City
fun.
“These are structures that they can build, that they can climb on, they can go through or under. They can use a lot of dramatic play with this since it’s all just open-ended play, which is what we love,” Niver says. “So there’s a lot of processes happening during this kind of play, and it really invites a lot of collaboration between the adults and the kids as well as peer-to-peer, to work together.”
From long, bendable cylinders to the stackable rectangles, the blocks can be used as the catalyst for an endless assortment of building projects. The results are limitless.
The blocks are all blue, intentionally so. The single block color creates a blank canvas for endless creative possibilities. By eliminating the distraction of multiple colors, children can immerse themselves fully in their designs, focusing on construction and creativity without worrying about matching hues. Thus children are able to immerse themselves fully in play, according to Niver.
“When you have a lot of visual distraction, it’s actually harder for kids to unleash their imagination and learn and have that creative output be as successful,” she explains. “So basically, having them all in one color allows a better opportunity for that to flourish.”
Prompts throughout the exhibit space guide the builders, if some inspiration for their block masterpieces is needed. Build a shelter for a real (or imaginary) pet or perhaps a robot that actually works. The exhibit even challenges everyone to see how high you can build.
For smaller creations, a table of hand-held blocks is available to play with as well.
“The appeal of this exhibit lies in its immersive quality,” Niver says. “While children are accustomed to playing with small blocks that fit in the palm of their hand, here they encounter a larger-than-life experience.”
Once the build is done, it’s time to put young imaginations to the test! Kids can put the spotlight on their creations and produce interesting shadows on the wall for interactive storytelling.
The exhibit was created in conjunction with “Worldwide Day of Play,” an initiative of Nickelodeon with the Association of Children’s Museums to get families engaged with their environment through screen-free play while fostering the benefits of skill-building activities.
“Block Party’” encourages children to develop their motor skills, enhance their muscle strength
“We think it’s really important for the kids to disconnect because they don’t have as many opportunities to do that these days. I find that screens are becoming so much more prevalent, and they’re so accessible in different areas,” Niver says.
“To really set the scene and just bring it down to the basics of building blocks, it’s so beneficial to them for their development, with a lot of social emotional learning happening.”
This is the first exhibit to be installed after the museum’s Fall Fix Up — the annual two-week closing period every September when the museum conducts maintenance and exhibit refresh, along with staff training.
“We go over different aspects of learning and play and try to educate our staff and empower them for when we reopen. We make sure that we reopen in a really impressive way for our visitors, to welcome them back,” Niver adds.
At the Block Party, no dream is too big, so it’s time to get building — one block at a time.
Photos courtesy LICM
Museum visitors are invited to an oversized “block” party where giant lightweight blocks turn playtime into extraordinary adventures. Stack them, crawl through them or team up to make dream designs come true. Construct castles, mazes, fantastical creatures or secret hideaways.
Icons, collaborators and dos amigos Steve Martin and Martin Short have a relationship that’s evolved in unexpected ways since their SNL days. Their comic prowess has surely reached new heights since their involvement in Hulu’s smash hit “Only Murders in the Building.” The pair takes another comic turn as special guests at Tilles Center’s 2024 Gala. These two funnyman display their impeccable talents as “The Dukes of Funnytown!” — a show that redefines the form in unexpected and profound ways, from two of the most influential and acclaimed talents of the past century. Their humor is often subversive, but it is always a joyous self-deprecating romp from two comedy masters driven to make each other laugh as much as the audience.
Saturday, Oct. 19, 8:30 p.m. Tickets start at $70. Tilles Center for the Performing Arts, LIU Post campus, 720 Northern Boulevard, Brookville. Tickets available at tillescenter.org or (516) 299-3100.
Anthony Rodia
Anthony Rodia lets loose with his “Totally Reliable” tour. A firstgeneration Italian-American, Rodia came out of the womb making people laugh. In his 20s he tried a few open mics, but ultimately took a different career path as finance manager of a luxury car dealership. In 2019, Rodia returned to comedy and left his day job to become a full-time stand-up comic. He hit the ground running and performed 100 shows in just nine months, and within three years gained a massive fan base online and around the country. In a short time, Anthony gained over 900,000 social media followers and his YouTube videos have amassed over 22 million views. Rodia’s comedy pulls from his real life and razor-sharp observations on marriage, parenthood and just about everything else.
Saturday Oct. 19, 7 and 9:30 p.m.
$89.50, $79.50, $69.50, $59.50, $49.50. The Paramount, 370 New York Ave., Huntington. Tickets available at ticketmaster.com or paramountny.com.
THE Your Neighborhood
Rock the Dock
Ambrosia, John Ford Coley and Peter Beckett (The Voice of Player), will come together for a magical night performing all of their 1970s and ‘80s Billboard Top 40 Hits, on the Tilles Center stage, Friday, oct. 25, at 8 p.m. Yacht Rock the Dock shines the spotlight on the original artists, with Elliot Lurie, as they reinvigorate their many beloved tunes. Enjoy Ambrosia’s everlasting hits including “How Much I Feel,” “You’re the Only Woman” and “Biggest Part of Me.” John Ford Coley, most known as half of the Grammy-nominated duo England Dan and John Ford Coley, performs many memorable hits, including “I’d Really Love to See You Tonight,” “Love Is The Answer” and “Nights Are Forever Without You.”Peter Beckett, Player’s original lead singer and songwriter. was voted by Billboard Magazine as Best New Single Artist in 1978 for Player’s hit “Baby Come Back.,” while Elliot Lurie is best known as the vocalist for Looking Glass, and sang lead on the band’s hit single “Brandy.”
These songs are the soundtrack to a generation. Today’s so-called smooth yacht rock music scene would not be yacht rock without the contributions of these Grammy winning artists. What emerged primarily from southern California during one of the greatest periods of music is a classic rock radio staple across the U.S. You cannot turn on the radio without hearing many of these songs every day. As younger generations of music fans fall in love and embrace these classic rock/soft rock hits, everyone realizes that these songs are becoming bigger now than at any time since their heyday, which by common consent stretched between 1976 and 1983. Get ready to Rock the Dock! Tickets start at $35. Tilles Center for the Performing Arts, LIU Post campus, 720 Northern Boulevard, Brookville. Tickets available at TillesCenter.org or (516) 299-
‘The Birthday Party’
Looking for something to do this Halloween season that isn’t just for kids? Visit Sands Point Preserve for an exclusive, immersive theatrical production, “The Birthday Party,” held in a secluded, opulent mansion, Friday and Saturday, oct. 18-19, oct. 25, oct. 31, and Nov. 1. For those who attended Archie’s last “Birthday Party,” rest assured, there are new surprises in store. Guests will be blindfolded and escorted to a secret location on the property, Villa Vanitas, to celebrate the enigmatic Lord Archibald Axel Von Finkelshorn Chatterton’s 30th birthday. He is a witless charmer on the cusp of a life-changing revelation, and everyone’s invited to witness his journey on a night that promises to be unforgettable and delightfully unpredictable. Cocktail attire preferred. $175 per person. Sands Point Preserve, 127 Middle Neck Road. For information, visit SandsPointPreserveConservancy. org or call (516) 571-7901.
Spooky Fest is back
A Halloween experience not to be missed, Spooky Fest is an outdoor adventure perfect for families, whether you want to be scared — or prefer seasonal fun of the non-scary kind. Join in the fun at the Center for Science, Teaching and Learning, every Friday, Saturday and Sunday throughout October. Along the way in the updated and beautifully lit up Enchanted Walk you will see dinosaurs, aliens and friendly witches, costumed characters and more, including the Mystical Garden. Get your fortune told, make a craft and dance with the Halloween DJ, along with face painting and the Amazing Glow tent. For those who want to get e scared, venture into the Haunted Woods, where zombies and dinosaurs hang out.. Admission starts at $22. 1450 Tanglewood Road, Rockville Centre. Visit CSTL. org for call (516) 764-0045 for more information.
Adelphi’s Best of Broadway: Decades
Jump into the dazzling world of Broadway as Adelphi’s talented students bring to life the magic of shows that opened 10, 20, 30 or more years ago, Sunday, Oct. 20, 4 p.m. Enjoy modern and classic Broadway hits from shows like “Suffs” (2024); “Beautiful: The Carole King Musical” (2014); “Sunday in the Park with George” (1984) and “Anything Goes” (1934). Adelphi University Performing Arts Center, 1 South Ave., Garden City. (516) 877-4000 or Adelphi.edu/pac.
Chamber concert
Immerse yourself in the rich harmonies and lyrical beauty of a piano trio and solo vocal works, with Old Westbury Gardens ensemble-in-residence Poetic Musica, Saturday, Oct. 19, 8 p.m., with pre-concert talk at 7:30 p.m. Cellist Eugene Moye, violinist Erik Wyrick, pianist Yasmin Alami, and mezzo-soprano Eleanor Valkenburg perform works by Debussy, Mendelssohn and Fanny Mendelssohn Hensel. $30, $25 members, seniors, students. Old Westbury Gardens, 71 Old Westbury Rd., Old Westbury. For information visit oldwestburygardens.org or call (516) 333-0048.
Halloween
Community Marketplace
Support Rescuing Families at their Halloween Community Marketplace event, Saturday, Oct. 19, at 10 a.m. With a Halloween pet parade and costume contest during the marketplace, while vendors sell their wares. Rain date is Oct. 20. Municipal lot #4 behind Wendy’s, 1034 Hempstead Turnpike, Franklin Square. For more information, visit RescuingFamilies.org.
Community Game Night
Looking to make some friends and play board games? Visit the Franklin Square Public Library, the third Wednesday of every month, at 6 p.m., to socialize and have fun at this free program. Light refreshments will be served. No registration is required. 19 Lincoln Road. For more information, visit franklinsquarepl.org or call (516) 488-3444.
Having an event?
Art explorations
Converse, collaborate and create at Family Saturdays at Nassau County Museum of Art. The drop-in program continues Saturday, Nov. 2, 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.
Trunk or Treat
Enjoy the spirit of the season at Morton Civic Association’s Trunk or Treat, Sunday, Oct. 20, at 3 p.m., in the Dogwood Shopping Center. There will be plenty of fun Halloween activities for kids. Don’t forget to wear your costume! 702 Dogwood Ave. For more information, contact (917) 282-2885.
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On exhibit
Nassau County Museum of Art ‘s latest exhibition
“Seeing Red: Renoir to Warhol,” reveals the many meanings, connotations, and associations of this powerful color in art. Evoking strong emotion, red can represent the human condition. Its myriad variations have come to signify authority as well as love, energy and beauty. Red warns us of peril and commands us to stop, but it can also indicate purity and good fortune. Red boldly represents political movements and religious identities. From the advent of our appreciation for this color in antiquity to its continued prominence in artistic and popular culture, this exhibition spans various world cultures through a range of media.
It features more than 70 artists, both established and emerging, ranging from the classical to the contemporary. American portraitists such as Gilbert Stuart imbued red in their stately paintings of prominent individuals to conjure authority. Robert Motherwell, Ad Reinhardt, and other major abstract painters displayed a deep fascination with red in their commanding compositions that evoke a sense of chromatic power. And, of course, Andy Warhol is known for his bold and imposing silkscreened portrait of Vladimir Lenin saturated in bright red to his signature Campbell’s Soup Cans. On view through Jan. 5. Nassau County Museum of Art, 1 Museum Dr., Roslyn Harbor. (516) 484-9337 or NassauMuseum.org.
On stage
See Anton Chekhov’s “The Seagull,” presented by Nassau Community College Theater and Dance Department, opening Friday, Oct. 25, 7:30 p.m.; also Saturday, Oct. 26, 7:30 p.m.; Sunday, Oct. 27, 2 p.m.; Tuesday and Wednesday, Oct. 29-30, 7;30 p.m. Delve into the lives of Arkádina, a famous — but fading — actress, and that of her lover, Trigórin, a well-known author. They arrive at her brother Sórin’s country estate for the summer, just as son Konstantín is staging an experimental new play he’s written and directed, starring his girlfriend, Nína. Chekhov’s first successful naturalist play follows the lives of young artists as they navigate life. Thematically, it’s a study of the arts and the artist, the lack of real satisfaction to be found there, the pretense and mediocrity that pervade the practice, and yet the power and mystery that are possible. Nassau Community College’s Little Theatre, Garden City. Tickets $12; NCC students free with valid ID; $10 veterans, alumni, seniors 60+, students and NCC employees. For tickets/information, visit nassau.booktix.com or NCC. edu or call (516) 572-7676.
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COUNTY OF NASSAU U.S.
Bank Trust National Association, not in its individual capacity but solely as owner trustee for Legacy Mortgage Asset Trust 2018-RPL4, Plaintiff AGAINST Vincenza Dipasquale; Vito Dipasquale; et al., Defendant(s) Pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale duly entered September 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 November 4, 2024 at 2:30PM, premises known as 873 Court Road, Franklin Square, NY 11010. All that certain plot piece or parcel of land, with the buildings and improvements erected, situate, lying and being at Franklin Square, Town of Hempstead, Nassau County, New York, Section: 33, Block: 399, Lot: 10 & 11. Approximate amount of judgment $782,145.32 plus interest and costs. Premises will be sold subject to provisions of filed Judgment Index #612817/2022. 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”. Matin Emouna, Esq., Referee Frenkel Lambert Weiss Weisman & Gordon, LLP
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SUPREME COURT OF THE STATE OF NEW YORK INDEX NO: 608851/2017
Notice of Sale COUNTY OF NASSAU -------------------------------X
Easton Capital Corp. Plaintiff, - against745 Anderson Corp., Juan DeJesus Portela Arce, Liliana Portela Gil, “John Doe” and “Jane Doe”, said names being fictitious, parties intended being possible tenants or occupants of the premises, Defendants. -------------------------------X
745 Anderson Corp. Juan DeJesus Portela-Arce, Liliana Portela-Gil, et. al.,
Third-Party Plaintiffs, - againstClaudia Echeverri, Kevin Blass, Shahram Delafraz, Kevin Finn, Rafael Raffaelli, Third-Party Defendants.
NOTICE OF SALE, SUPREME COURTCOUNTY OF NASSAU Easton Capital Corp. v. 745 Anderson Corp., Juan DeJesus Portela Arce, Liliana Portela Gil. Pursuant to a judgment of foreclosure and sale duly filed on July 26, 2023, I the undersigned referee will sell at public auction at the at the CCP (Calendar Control Part Courtroom) in the Nassau Supreme Court, 100 Supreme Court Drive, Mineola, NY 11501 on Tuesday October 29, 2024 at 2:30 p.m., the premises known as: 745 Anderson Avenue, Franklin Square, NY 11010. Said Premises known as Section 35, Block 577, Lot 25 on the tax maps of Nassau County Approximate amount of Judgment: $811,299.70 plus interest, legal fees and costs
Premises will be sold subject to the provisions of the filed judgment under Index No. 608851/2017
Michael Langer, Esq., referee
Kevin P. Finn, Attorney for Plaintiff 400 Post Ave Suite 305 Westbury, NY 11590
Pursuant to an Order Confirming Referee Report and Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale duly entered on September 29, 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 November 4, 2024 at 2:00 p.m., premises known as 389 Hunnewell Avenue, Elmont, NY 11003. All that certain plot, piece or parcel of land, with the buildings and improvements thereon erected, situate, lying and being in the Village of Elmont, Town of Hempstead, County of Nassau and State of New York, Section 35, Block 62 and Lots 19-20. Approximate amount of judgment is $445,342.51 plus interest and costs. Premises will be sold subject to provisions of filed Judgment Index #608286/2021.
Jane Pastor Shrenkel, Esq., Referee Vallely Law PLLC, 6851 Jericho Turnpike, Suite 165, Syosset, New York 11791, Attorneys for Plaintiff 149271
LEGAL NOTICE NOTICE OF SALE
SUPREME COURT NASSAU COUNTY CHRISTIANA TRUST AS CUSTODIAN FOR GSRANZ LLC, Plaintiff against SECURE YOUR HOME INC., et al Defendant(s) Attorney for Plaintiff(s) Hersko & Ehrenreich P.C., 555 Willow Avenue, Cedarhurst, NY 11516, (516) 942-4216. Pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered August 7, 2024, I will sell at public auction to the highest bidder at North Side Steps of the Nassau County Supreme Court at 100 Supreme Court Drive, Mineola, NY 11501 on November 13, 2024 at 2:00 PM. All that certain plot, piece or parcel of land, with the buildings and improvements thereon erected, situate, lying and being, and identified on the land and tax map of the County of Nassau in the State of New York. Premises known as 333 Benson Ave., Elmont, NY 11003. Sec 32 Block 492 Lot 9 (Group Lot: 9-10). Approximate Amount of Judgment is $10,414.15 plus interest, fees, costs and attorney fees. Premises will be sold subject to provisions of filed Judgment Index No 604075/2023. The
foreclosure sale will be conducted in accordance with 10th Judicial District’s Covid-19 Policies and foreclosure auction rules. The Referee shall enforce any rules in place regarding facial coverings and social distancing. If proper social distancing cannot be maintained or there are other health or safety concerns, then the Court Appointed Referee shall cancel the foreclosure auction. Foreclosure Auctions will be held “Rain or Shine.”
Karl Seman, Esq., Referee File # 19-5387 149394
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SUPREME COURTCOUNTY OF NASSAU. CITIBANK, N.A., Plaintiffagainst- RICARDO CASTILLO A/K/A RICARDO A. CASTILLO, et al Defendant(s). Pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale dated July 18, 2024 and entered on July 26, 2024, I, the undersigned Referee will sell at public auction on the North Side steps of the Nassau County Supreme Court “Rain or Shine” located at 100 Supreme Court Drive, Mineola, NY on November 12, 2024 at 2:30 p.m. premises situate, lying and being at Elmont, Town of Hempstead, County of Nassau and State of New York, bounded and described as follows: BEGINNING at a point on the westerly side of Stewart Street, distant 220 feet northerly from the corner formed by the intersection of the westerly side of Stewart Street with the northerly side of Atherton Avenue; being a plot 100 feet by 40 feet by 100 feet by 40 feet. Section: 32 Block: 481 Lots 42 and 43. All bidders must wear a face mask/shield at all times and social distancing must be observed by all bidders at all times. Bidders who do not comply with the face mask and/or the social distancing mandate will be removed from the auction.
Said premises known as 108 STEWART STREET, ELMONT, NY 11003
Approximate amount of lien $214,001.69 plus interest & costs. Premises will be sold subject to provisions of filed Judgment and Terms of Sale. If the sale is set aside for any reason, the Purchaser at the sale shall be entitled only to a return of the deposit paid. The Purchaser shall have no further recourse against the Mortgagor, the Mortgagee or the Mortgagee’s attorney. Index Number 605713/2023.
HEATHER D. CROSLEY, ESQ., Referee David A. Gallo & Associates LLP
Attorney(s) for Plaintiff
47 Hillside Avenue, 2nd Floor, Manhasset, NY 11030
File# 7777.248
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LEGAL NOTICE NOTICE OF ADOPTION OF TOWN OF HEMPSTEAD
LOCAL LAW NO. 68-2024
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 October 1st, 2024, by the Town Board of the Town of Hempstead on the proposed adoption of Town of Hempstead Local Law No. 68-2024, and following the close of the hearing the Town Board duly adopted Town of Hempstead Local Law No. 68-2024, amending Section 197-5 of the Code of the Town of Hempstead, to include “ARTERIAL STOPS” at various locations.
Dated: October 1, 2024 Hempstead, New York BY ORDER OF THE TOWN BOARD OF THE TOWN OF HEMPSTEAD
DONALD X. CLAVIN, JR. Supervisor
KATE MURRAY Town Clerk 149500
LEGAL NOTICE NOTICE OF SALE SUPREME COURT COUNTY OF NASSAU PennyMac Loan Services, LLC, Plaintiff AGAINST Laksh Maggoo, Baljit Singh, et al., Defendant(s) Pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale duly entered September 17, 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 November 20, 2024 at 3:00PM, premises known as 742 Lenore Lane, Elmont, NY 11003. All that certain plot piece or parcel of land, with the buildings and improvements erected, situate, lying and being at Elmont, Town of Hempstead, County of Nassau and State of New York, Section: 32, Block: 694, Lot: 29. Approximate amount of judgment $726,910.85 plus interest and costs. Premises will be sold subject to provisions of filed Judgment Index #614396/2022. 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. Ralph J. Madalena, Esq., Referee Frenkel Lambert Weiss Weisman & Gordon, LLP 53 Gibson Street Bay Shore, NY 11706 01-096147-F00 82822 149473
LEGAL NOTICE NOTICE OF SALE SUPREME COURTCOUNTY OF NASSAU THE BANK OF NEW YORK MELLON TRUST COMPANY, N.A., F/K/A THE BANK OF NEW YORK TRUST COMPANY, N.A., AS TRUSTEE, IN TRUST FOR CHASEFLEX MULTICLASS MORTGAGE PASSTHROUGH CERTIFICATES, SERIES 2007-1 Plaintiff, Against SUNG CHOI A/K/A THOMAS CHOI A/K/A THOMAS L. CHOI A/K/A THOMAS R. CHOI A/K/A TOMAS CHOI A/K/A THOMAS LEE CHOI, ET AL. Defendant(s) Pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale, duly entered 11/01/2018, I, the undersigned Referee, will sell at public auction, on the North Side steps of the Nassau County Supreme Court located at 100 Supreme Court Drive, Mineola, N.Y. 11501 on 11/19/2024 at 2:00PM, premises known as 16 Park Place, Floral Park, NY 11001, And Described As Follows: ALL that certain plot piece or parcel of land, with the buildings and improvements thereon erected, situate, lying and being in the Incorporated Village Of Floral Park, In The Town Of Hempstead, County Of Nassau And State Of New York. Section 32 Block 65 Lot 187 And 188. For sale information, please visit Auction.com at www.Auction.com or call (800) 280-2832. The approximate amount of the current Judgment lien is $742,622.44 plus interest and costs. The Premises will be sold subject to provisions of the aforesaid Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale; Index # 606764/2017 If proper social distancing cannot be maintained or there are other health or safety concerns, the then Court Appointed Referee will cancel the Foreclosure Auction. This Auction will be held rain or shine.
Scott H Siller, Esq., Referee.
SHELDON MAY & ASSOCIATES Attorneys at Law, 255 Merrick Road, Rockville Centre, NY 11570
Dated: 10/4/2024 File Number: 32674 CA 149527
LEGAL NOTICE NOTICE OF SALE SUPREME COURT COUNTY OF NASSAU, U.S. BANK TRUST NATIONAL ASSOCIATION, NOT IN ITS INDIVIDUAL CAPACITY BUT SOLELY AS OWNER TRUSTEE FOR RCF 2 ACQUISITION TRUST, Plaintiff, vs. SAMMY TORRES, ET AL., Defendant(s). Pursuant to an Order Confirming Referee’s Report and Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale duly entered on September 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 November 18, 2024 at 2:00 p.m., premises known as 9436 241st Street, Floral Park, NY 11001. All that certain plot, piece or parcel of land, with the buildings and improvements thereon erected, situate, lying and being at Bellerose in the Town of Hempstead, County of Nassau and State of New York, Section 32, Block 009 and Lot 132. Approximate amount of judgment is $495,482.82 plus interest and costs. Premises will be sold subject to provisions of filed Judgment Index #604678/2023. Cash will not be accepted.
Adrienne Flipse Hausch, Esq., Referee Knuckles & Manfro, LLP, 120 White Plains Road, Suite 215, Tarrytown, New York 10591, Attorneys for Plaintiff 145922
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REFEREE’S NOTICE OF SALE IN FORECLOSURE SUPREME COURTCOUNTY OF NASSAU U.S. BANK NATIONAL ASSOCIATION, Plaintiffagainst - SHIRLEY GARTNER, et al Defendant(s).
Pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered on March 1, 2024. I, the undersigned Referee will sell at public auction on the North Side steps of the Nassau County Supreme Court located at 100 Supreme Court Drive, Mineola, N.Y. 11501 “Rain or Shine” on the 24th day of October, 2024 at 2:00 PM. All that certain plot, piece or parcel of land, with the buildings and improvements thereon erected, situate, lying and being in the Incorporated Village of Floral Park, Town of Hempstead, County of Nassau and State of New York. Premises known as 100 Geranium Avenue, Floral Park, NY 11001. (S/B/L#: 32./188/41 and 42)
Approximate amount of lien $782,990.97 plus interest and costs. Premises will be sold subject to provisions of filed judgment and terms of sale.
Index No. 000151/2018. Karen C. Grant, Esq., Referee. McCalla Raymer Leibert Pierce, LLC
Attorney(s) for Plaintiff 420 Lexington Avenue, Suite 840 New York, NY 10170 Tel. 347/286-7409
For sale information, please visit Auction.com at www.Auction.com or call (800) 280-2832
Dated: August 27, 2024
During the COVID-19 health emergency, bidders are required to comply with all governmental health requirements in effect at the time of sale including but not limited to, wearing face coverings and maintaining social distancing (at least 6-feet apart) during the auction, while tendering deposit and at any subsequent closing. Bidders are also required to comply with the Foreclosure Auction Rules and COVID-19 Health Emergency Rules issued by the Supreme Court of this County in addition to the conditions set forth in the Terms of Sale.
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LEGAL NOTICE NOTICE OF SALE SUPREME COURT COUNTY OF NASSAU U.S. BANK TRUST NATIONAL ASSOCIATION, NOT IN ITS INDIVIDUAL CAPACITY BUT SOLELY AS OWNER TRUSTEE FOR RCF 2 ACQUISITION TRUST, Plaintiff AGAINST FREDERICK BROWN, ET AL., Defendant(s) Pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale duly entered June 27, 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 October 28, 2024 at 2:30PM, premises known as 412 Keller Avenue, Elmont, NY 11003. All that certain plot piece or parcel of land, with the buildings and improvements erected, situate, lying and being in the Town of Hempstead, County of Nassau, State of New York, Section 32 Block 537 Lots 56-58. Approximate amount of judgment $753,717.92 plus interest and costs. Premises will be sold subject to provisions of filed Judgment Index #604683/2023. 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
Steps of hope at Alzheimer’s Association walk
By JOSEPH D’ALESSANDRO jdalessandro@liherald.com
The 2024 Walk to End Alzheimer’s — the Alzheimer’s Association’s largest annual fundraiser — returned to East Meadow on Oct. 6 to support breakthrough research and quality-of-life care for people with dementia.
The walk in Eisenhower Park was one of about 600 happening nationwide and welcomed neighbors from Elmont and Franklin Square.
The Alzheimer’s Association Long Island Chapter continues to provide a community and support system for people with Alzheimer’s, their families, friends, and caretakers, while raising awareness of the importance of brain health, said Community Educator Francesca Todaro.
“I feel like a lot of people that have Alzheimer’s or are confused about Alzheimer’s and other dementias, really could use the education and resources that the association can help them with,” Todaro said.
Before the walk, a Promise Garden ceremony was held, displaying solidarity where walkers carried color-coordinated flowers that represented how Alzheimer’s affected their lives and the people around them.
“It is very touching to hear the stories of how people are personally affected by this disease,” Nassau Walk Committee Member Michele Targovnik said in a news release. “The Promise Garden Ceremony is special because when you see everyone around you holding different color flowers it makes you feel so supported and wonderful to be standing next to the person next to you.”
Ed Miller, the vice chair for the Alzheimer’s Association Long Island Chapter Board of Directors, played a leading role in making the past two year’s walk a success in Nassau County.
Miller joined the Long Island chapter after his father was diagnosed with dementia in 2019. Miller, his sister, and mother faced challenges in providing the care an individual with dementia
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“I did my first walk in 2022 — it moved me, and it kept moving me,” Miller said. “It’s an absolute honor to come
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SUPREME COURT
NASSAU COUNTY
NEWREZ LLC D/B/A SHELLPOINT MORTGAGE SERVICING, Plaintiff against SANDRA R. WILKS DUPLAN, et al Defendant(s) Attorney for Plaintiff(s) Leopold & Associates, PLLC, 80 Business Park Drive, Suite 110,Armonk, NY 10504.
Pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered June 25, 2024, I will sell at public auction to the highest bidder at North Side Steps of the Nassau County Supreme
Court at 100 Supreme Court Drive, Mineola, NY 11501 on October 29, 2024 at 2:00 PM. Premises known as 68 Albany Street, Elmont, NY 11003. Sec 37. Block 548 Lot 30. All that certain plot, piece or parcel of land situate, lying and being at Elmont, in the Town of Hempstead, County of Nassau and State of New York. Approximate Amount of Judgment is $141,543.89 plus interest, fees, and costs. Premises will be sold subject to provisions of filed Judgment Index No 606160/2023. The foreclosure sale will
be conducted in accordance with 10th Judicial District’s Covid-19 Policies and foreclosure auction rules. The Referee shall enforce any rules in place regarding facial coverings and social distancing. If proper social distancing cannot be maintained or there are other health or safety concerns, then the Court Appointed Referee shall cancel the foreclosure auction. Foreclosure Auctions will be held “Rain or Shine.” Lisa Daniels, Esq., Referee File # 11373796 149141
together at Eisenhower Park for this event, and to walk together and to see a sea of purple.”
There are 426,500 people in New York aged 65 and older with Alzheimer’s Dementia, and over 7 million across the
country, according to the Long Island Chapter. While symptoms become severe later in life, the brain changes that cause Alzheimer’s can begin decades before symptoms start. This period of time is a critical opportunity for people at risk of Alzheimer’s and other forms of dementia to reduce the risk of the disease and catch its symptoms as early as possible.
Alzheimer’s researchers have made significant progress in treatments that improve the quality of life of Alzheimer’s patients and caretakers. The breakthroughs — such as a blood test that can help identify Alzheimer’s early — allow for intervention before symptoms escalate.
“There’s been a lot of breakthroughs that have come out in the news over the course of the last couple of years,” Miller said. “These are treatments that aren’t going to eradicate the disease at this point, but they are treatments, and there is hope.
For more information, visit Alz.org or call (800) 272-3900.
Brittany Krilov/Herald photos
Walkers took steps for a brighter future at the Alzheimer’s Association annual Walk to End Alzheimer’s in Eisenhower Park.
Promise Garden ceremony, which features a variety of colored flowers to signify why people are walking, is held before the walk begins.
Frank, Kaitlyn, Maddie and Mary Pitkewicz of Merrick took part in this year’s event.
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Q. I’m buying a sunroom for my breakfast room on the back of my split-level house, about 8 feet off the ground. I’m being told by the contractor that I need an architect and sealed plans. Since it’s basically a kit of parts that will go on my existing deck, why do I need this? It seems like a lot of extra expense the sunroom people didn’t tell me about. If I already have a permit for the deck, it should be allowed, right? I haven’t bought the sunroom yet. I’m just trying to be sure I know the whole story before I do this, probably by spring, when the weather is better for construction. Any advice would be helpful.
A. Do things once, the best way. A deck isn’t habitable, but a sunroom is, and a permit is required. Plans have to show structural support, energy and building code compliance. Rain, moisture and ice are your primary concerns.
You need the whole story without the sales part. Just like any purchase, issues you might not expect are still important, like finding out what kind of oil to add to your snow blower before the engine seizes or that windows without factory tinting can allow ultra-violet sunlight rays to fade your carpet. As an architect for a largely popular sunroom manufacturer in the 1980s and ’90s, I experienced many issues with their construction.
Pre-engineered panel systems are designed by the company, hopefully by engineers, and should come with plans, from the manufacturer, that can be sealed and signed by their in-house engineer. If not, plans may need to be drawn from scratch by an architect or engineer that you hire so those plans can be integrated with your house. Integrated means that the company generally just sells you a product and doesn’t necessarily give any indication of how to support the unit or how to attach the unit system to your house so that it won’t leak or move.
This is the general failing of the system, since, as I experienced with most of the installations, the part I could detail was free of leaking or movement, but the units themselves leaked nearly every time. We could detail how the edges of the unit could be sealed and redundantly weather-stripped and flashed, but the frames around the glass and wall edges would unseal and leak. I even met with the corporate president/owner and identified the specific problems. Promises to correct leak issues were made but not kept, and eventually I gave up.
I looked at a two-year-old system while discussing other work for a home recently. The owner described the back-and-forth misery he and his family were experiencing with their sunroom and the company. Even 25 years after I gave up, the same company is still doing things the same way. You need a detail-oriented architect and installer, even if you think you don’t. The cost of doing things twice is much greater. Good luck.
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OpINIONS After reforms, NUMC is on the upswing
For decades, Nassau University Medical Center has towered above the landscape, representing our community’s commitment to quality health care — for everyone. Public hospitals across the state face enormous challenges, and NUMC is no different. But as we close in on two years of executing substantial reforms, this irreplaceable institution is proving resilient and improving.
At Long Island’s largest public safety-net hospital and Level 1 trauma center, each year the unwavering dedication of our staff provides $1 billion in services to more than 270,000 patients. Many of those patients are from our most at-risk populations, who can’t afford to pay for care and otherwise wouldn’t receive treatment.
Leveraging new financial standards and practices, more-efficient systems and a renewed commitment to the patient and visitor experience, we are proving that we can be a model for success. Our dedication to strengthening the foundations of the facility has recently been recognized by top health care organizations.
In August, after a rigorous evalua-
Etion, NUMC earned the Joint Commission’s Gold Seal of Approval for Hospital Accreditation by demonstrating continuous compliance with its high-performance standards. To achieve this accreditation, NUMC underwent an indepth, multi-day, unannounced onsite review by a team that judged compliance standards in several key areas, including patient rights, infection control, surgical services and patient safety.
TJust days later, NUMC’s team was again recognized, receiving two prestigious awards from the American Heart Association. The hospital was honored with AHA’s Get With The Guidelines and Mission: Lifeline achievement awards, reflecting our team’s adherence to the latest evidence-based treatment guidelines for heart disease and stroke.
Newsday on the crisis of long emergency room wait times on Long Island, NUMC’s was ranked second out of all hospitals for average patient wait time, despite the fact that we serve more than 65,000 emergency patients each year.
he hospital received two prestigious awards from the American Heart Association.
These recognitions required strategic planning, rigorous training and a culture of excellence that permeates every level of our organization. Our staff of more than 3,600 undergo continuous evaluations and specialized training to ensure that we meet the highest standards of care, which is particularly crucial because we serve a diverse community with unique health needs.
new Community Engagement Center, our first public open house, our recent Back-to-School program and other initiatives are also part of our effort to ensure that NUMC remains a hub for the broader community.
NUMC has long been a cornerstone of health care in Nassau County — more than just a hospital, we are a trusted partner and a critical lifeline for our neighbors. Our hospital is often the first place people turn in times of need. We take our unique responsibility very seriously.
These certifications, initiatives and facility upgrades are just a small sample of the exciting results from nearly two years of management and operational reforms.
The AHA also noted that our efforts have led to improved patient outcomes, including more lives saved, shorter recovery times and reduced hospital readmissions. These awards come as we prepare for the construction and opening of a new Cath Lab in 2025 that will enable the hospital to perform more lifesaving heart procedures on site.
Our Emergency Room staff also continues to demonstrate excellence and success under the stress of a growing patient population. In September, after an in-depth investigative report by
While previous leadership spent money on new executive offices, we’re focusing on enriching the patient experience and expanding our services. We recently extended our onsite clinical office hours on Tuesdays and Wednesdays until 9 p.m. for our pediatric, women’s health, general medicine and physical therapy services. Starting this month, we will have Saturday clinic hours as well for the first time.
This expansion helps make prevention and treatment more convenient for working families, and reduces emergency room visits. Our first NUMC van was just delivered to help those with transportation needs. The opening of our
While NUMC continues to face financial challenges due to drastic state funding cuts that have not been restored, we are committed to building on the success of our recent fiscal reforms to safeguard this vital community resource.
NUMC is a beacon of hope and a testament to the strength of our community. It represents our commitment to caring for one another. Our collective support for the hospital means that our area will avoid the health care crises that plague other communities across the nation. Residents will have the peace of mind knowing they have a public hospital ready to meet any challenge.
Megan C. Ryan is interim president and CEO of Nassau University Medical Center.
How to talk to young people about elections
very four years, citizens of the United States have the privilege of voting in the presidential election. It is one of the most sacred and awesome responsibilities of being an American citizen. Reflecting on the ideals set forth in the Constitution, it is crucial that we engage our students in conversations about the election process to help them understand and appreciate the significance of voting. Although discussing politics in public schools can be uncomfortable for some, particularly in today’s polarized environment, remaining silent on these issues is actually detrimental. Educators have a responsibility to help develop young people into informed, active participants in the democratic process and, hopefully, the next generation of civic leaders.
As a former high school social stud-
ies teacher, I believe the election season is the perfect opportunity to make learning more relevant by bringing textbooks to life. There are so many invaluable skills students can learn during local and national election cycles. First, they should be taught about the election process. Many of our students come from other countries, including those that do not have participatory democracies. Teachers can use the upcoming elections as a time to provide a refresher on the branches of government and how elections function in the U.S.
We need to help students understand the significance of voting.
developed guidelines for identifying news media bias, which includes differentiating news from opinion, understanding that bias is a spectrum and recognizing our own biases. These are all extremely valuable skills that students will benefit from even after the election cycle has passed.
Additionally, we can teach students how to navigate the media landscape and identify bias in the media. With the widespread use of social media as primary news sources, it is often difficult for young people and adults alike to differentiate fact from fiction or evaluate the credibility of a news source.
The News Literacy Project, an organization devoted to ensuring that all students are skilled in news literacy,
Another critical skill students can develop when learning about elections is how to consider different perspectives. With the explosion of the internet and social media algorithms, it is very likely that young people who get their news from online media sources are never confronted with opinions or values that are different from their own. In order for students to successfully navigate life after high school and become leaders in the global workforce, however, they must be able to listen to the opinions of others, seek to understand a variety of perspectives and engage in civil discourse and debate. These skills are essential for navigating real-world challenges.
Finally, teaching about elections
offers an excellent opportunity to discuss with young people the importance of voting. As educators, we counter voter apathy by teaching students about the historical struggle for voting rights in this country, particularly for historically marginalized groups, such as women and African-Americans. These discussions may evoke strong emotions, but they are vital to helping students understand why voting matters and how our country has evolved.
We should remind students of the importance of taking part in local elections in addition to the national presidential elections. We should also explore ways for young people to practice exercising the right to vote in school, and provide opportunities for them to voice their opinions on local issues in the community.
This is a really exciting and pivotal time in our country, with history unfolding before our eyes. It is our duty to ensure that the next generation is not only witnessing these moments, but is engaged with and prepared to shape them.
Monique Darrisaw-Akil, Ed.D., is superintendent of the Uniondale Union Free School District.
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The Mets are a case study in grit
ports often provide the most visible examples of overcoming the odds. Take, for example, the New York Mets, who, in late May, suffered a crushing loss to the Los Angeles Dodgers, leaving them 11 games under .500. Many fans and baseball insiders had all but written them off, but the Mets didn’t quit.
Instead the ball club made strategic lineup changes and, most important, held firm in their belief that they were still a great team. The result? A remarkable turnaround that put them 30 games over .500 and propelled them into this week’s National League Championship series.
Pitcher Jim Abbott is another powerful example of overcoming adversity. Born without a right hand, Abbott faced enormous challenges from an early age, but refused to let his physical difference define or limit him. He eventually reached the major leagues, and not only pitched at the highest level, but tossed a no-hitter for the Yankees in 1993.
This lesson isn’t just for athletes. Struggling students can reassess their study habits, ask for extra help, and find the support they need. A professional facing new challenges at work can seek out training, lean on colleagues for advice, and even turn frustration into motivation. Teachers, mentors and coaches thrive on helping others succeed, so seeking help isn’t a weakness — it’s a smart move.
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Climate change should be on voters’ minds
To the Editor:
As the election draws closer, we cannot ignore the growing impact of climate change on our communities. Hurricane Helene and now Hurricane Milton, along with dozens of wildfires this past summer, are all clear warning signs of a very real climate crisis.
This issue deserves more attention than it has received so far this election cycle. During the presidential debate, only one brief question was asked about climate at the very end.
The fact is, the climate crisis impacts us all, no matter where we live or how much money we make. Americans are being told to flee their homes and risk losing everything. Meanwhile, Big Oil continues to put profits over people by prioritizing fossil fuels that continue to destroy our environment.
We cannot afford to lose any more time in the fight against the climate crisis. We need leaders — at the federal, state and local level — who believe in the science of climate change and are
Overcoming adversity isn’t just about persistence, but is about a mindset of constant learning and growth. Whether you’re falling behind in school, at work or on a sports team, the temptation to surrender can be overwhelming. But those who thrive amid adversity don’t see challenges as walls; they see them as steppingstones to progress.
If you’re a student struggling to grasp difficult concepts, feeling like you’re always two steps behind, it’s easy to lose hope. At work, new technologies and methodologies might feel like waves crashing over you, leaving you disoriented. And for an athlete, the weight of defeat can make the rest of the season feel like an uphill climb that’s no longer worth making.
So how does a person, or a team, regroup and find success after falling behind?
While determination is key, succeeding isn’t just about plowing through. It’s about strategic adaptation. It’s about identifying what’s important, what’s holding you back, and making meaningful changes — sometimes inspired by others, and sometimes by digging deep into yourself.
The first step often is simply asking for help. And that’s nothing to be ashamed of. We’ve all been there!
Adversity isn’t a dead end. It’s a detour that offers new pathways to growth and success, but only if we’re willing to stay the course, make adjustments, and push beyond the initial
impulse to give up. And real-life stories of overcoming adversity can be powerful sources of inspiration, because they demonstrate that success is often born from struggle, resilience and perseverance.
J.K. Rowling’s journey to becoming the world-famous author of the Harry Potter series is a classic example. Before Harry Potter became a household name, Rowling was a struggling single mother living on welfare. She wrote the first Harry Potter book in coffee shops, often battling self-doubt and rejection. No fewer than 12 publishers rejected the manuscript before Bloomsbury finally took a chance on it.
Thomas Edison, one of history’s greatest inventors, failed over a thousand times before making the first light bulb work. When asked about his repeated failures, Edison famously said, “I have not failed. I’ve just found 10,000 ways that won’t work.” His relentless drive and ability to see failure as a learning opportunity helped him change the world.
Real-life stories such as these are just a sample of what people can achieve, while illustrating that the journey to success is rarely smooth. At press time, the Mets were down 1-0 to the Dodgers in the NLCS — down, but far from out. The team has shown its fans what it means to push through, learn, adapt, and remain focused on the next game all season long. Here’s hoping that valuable lesson continues.
Blakeman’s actions bring serious risks for first responders
in recent months, nassau County executive Bruce Blakeman has pursued a number of controversial measures that, in addition to likely being unconstitutional, bring with them a number of unintended consequences that will negatively impact our police and first responders.
the most glaring of those actions is Blakeman’s provisional emergency special deputy sheriff program. known more commonly as the “militia,” this misguided initiative has sparked tremendous concern in a number of local police departments. even as the first classes of “militia” cadets have now graduated and are in the process of being activated, our concerns about their training, how they will be identified, and how and when these “deputies” can and will be deployed remain unaddressed by the Blakeman administration, which continues to stonewall
the County legislature’s Democratic minority and the public.
the republican majority’s public mask ban, which Blakeman eagerly signed into law, is another piece of legislation that puts our police officers in highly precarious situations. Under this measure, it’s up to an officer to determine the “intent” of a person wearing a mask. this would expose our officers to thorny constitutional and medical privacy issues under the Fifth amendment and HIPaa laws. Moreover, there’s the risk that a sick person could feel pressured to remove their mask, thereby exposing the officers and the public to Covid or some other airborne disease. to address concerns about constitutionality and practicality, the minority caucus proposed a more narrowly tailored mask law — the Masked Crime accountability act — that would reduce the burden on our law enforcement officers by focusing specifically on punishing those who use masks while committing crimes. While our bill is a clearer
Hdeterrent to crime, the republican majority pushed through its version of the law without considering public concerns or the potential consequences.
ow will a police officer verify a claim of an exception to the mask ban?
For both of these measures, there is the issue of how effectively they can be enforced, if at all. the same goes for Blakeman’s banning of transgender female athletes using county sports facilities, which, like the mask ban, is being challenged in court. How is an officer, having been called to one of the situations created by these laws, expected to proceed? How rigorously should an officer attempt to verify someone’s claim that they qualify for an exemption under the mask ban? How can an officer navigate a heated confrontation over claims that a young athlete is violating the ban on trans athletes? are we going to start interrogating athletes over their gender identity? It’s all a recipe for disaster, and even more lawsuits against the county — litigation that you, the taxpayer, will end up footing the bill for.
With budget season now upon us, I
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willing or can be convinced to take bold action before it’s too late. So I urge everyone: When you cast your ballot next month, think of our planet and the people that call it home.
MartIn
MelkonIan Uniondale
The MTA’s capital plan doesn’t have a chance
to the editor:
long Island rail road riders should be concerned that the Metropolitan t ransportation authority’s $68 billion, five-year, 2025-2029 Capital Plan isn’t worth the paper it’s written on. Gov. kathy Hochul claims she can find additional state and federal funding to make up for the missing $15 billion in congestion pricing revenue from the current $51 billion 2020-2024 capital plan. She promises the same for making up the $33 billion shortfall in the proposed plan. t his leaves the M ta with a record $48 billion shortfall in funding! the plan will be dead on arrival.
a llocation of funding for advancing toward a state of good repair in all capital asset categories should be a higher priority than any system expansion projects. Funding for the $7.7 billion Second avenue Subway Phase 2 and the $5.5 billion Brooklyn/Queens Interboro express light rail Connector would be better spent on repair projects. Metro north railroad’s $3.1 billion Bronx east Penn Station access project should be put on hold. Forget about the $7.5 billion Second avenue Subway Phase 3, the 125th Street Crosstown extension, as well.
Don’t be surprised in 2025 when both the governor and the legislature reduce the proposed $68 billion plan by billions. I predict it will end up somewhere in the $50s billion range, to deal with more realistic future funding availability.
larry Penner Great Neck
Larry Penner is a transportation advocate, historian and writer who previously served as a director of the Federal Transit Administration Region 2 New York Office of Operations and Program Management.
Election Letters to the Editor policy
In the interest of fairness and transparency during the election season, we will not publish letters in the Oct. 31-Nov. 6 issue, the final one before Election Day, that criticize a candidate or a specific issue. This is to ensure that no last-minute submissions are published without sufficient opportunity for rebuttal. Readers are encouraged to send letters to execeditor@liherald.com.
believe it is essential to analyze these controversial measures through another lens — police overtime. When we consider possible impacts on law enforcement professionals, we must factor in how these measures could further burden our officers and increase their workloads — especially as we ponder other proposals that could elevate overtime costs. Before the county clears the way for a casino or any other major development or legislative initiative that could be a significant driver of overtime, we would be wise to commission a thorough evaluation.
Specific to the casino, initial projections of $1.8 million being sufficient to cover the resulting overtime — which is just one quarter of 1 percent of our current overtime budget — seem farfetched. a rigorous review would go a long way toward revealing the true and accurate costs, so that law enforcement agencies serving not only the county, but also its cities and villages, can budget wisely and gear their training resources toward addressing every one of these new endeavors.
Delia DeRiggi-Whitton represents Nassau County’s 11th Legislative District and is the minority leader of the Legislature.
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