Franklin Square/Elmont Herald 12-26-2024

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Cl Audine H A ll HERALD PERSON oF THE YEAR

A woman serving her community

Claudine Hall has been serving Elmont residents for almost 40 years through Jamaica Square Improvement League

By Renee DeLorenzo

Claudine Hall has been an Elmont resident all 58 years of her life. After her father died when she was just 10, she was raised by her single mother. Her childhood experiences, Hall said, were part of what inspired her to get involved in the community by way of the Jamaica Square Improvement League. That involvement has only deepened over the years, and for everything she has done for the community, the Herald is proud to name Hall its 2024 Person of the Year.

“I never had to want for anything,” she recalled of her childhood. “So I don’t want any child that’s coming from a single-parent home to have to want.” That concern has motivated Hall throughout her life.

She graduated from Sewanhaka High School in 1984, and was majoring in elementary education and American studies at SUNY Old Westbury College until she dropped out in 1986 to take a job at Manufacturers Hanover Bank in Hicksville. The money was too good to turn down, she recalled.

I don’t

think I’ll ever stop. There’s always something to be done or can be done in your community. I love helping people. This is just who I am.

Cl AUDINE HAll

That same year, Hall began attending Elmont’s Jamaica Square Improvement League, a civic association that focuses on the needs of Elmont residents. Meanwhile, Hall’s pastor at Emanuel Baptist Church asked her to start an NAACP chapter in town. So she began focusing on resolving issues in Elmont’s neighborhoods in her free time.

“There were a lot of racial issues going on in the Elmont community at the time,” Hall, who is still a member of the Emanuel Baptist, said. “My pastor felt the need for NAACP representation.”

Then, in 1987, a black man was shot and killed in Elmont by a local police officer. That’s when Hall began talking with black residents about their experiences.

She recalls seeing her friends at Sewanhaka High being threatened by young white men because of their skin color. While Hall largely avoided being a target, she wanted to help address the problem.

Membership in the NAACP chapter eventually declined, so Hall turned her focus to the Improvement League. When its vice president, Barbara Crawford, stepped down, Hall was asked

to take over for her.

“Being a lifelong resident of the Elmont community,” she said, “it was a no-brainer.” Especially in a community that has faced major challenges over the years, including widespread drug use and quality-of-life issues.

When the president of the league, Denise Byfield-Aboagye, retired around 2005, she asked Hall to take over. Hall agreed, hesitantly at first, but she soon began to view her new responsibilities as a joy.

A few years ago, Hall tried to step down herself, hoping to reduce her workload, but Jean Bradley, a founding member of the league, begged her not to let the organization fail. “I noticed that nobody was taking on the role,” Hall said. “I would sit in the audience and my heart just hurt. So my mother said to me, ‘What are you going to do?’ And I said, ‘I can’t let it just fall.’”

Hall has been president of the league for almost 20 years now. In 2006, around the time she took over, she retired from her job at the bank and returned to SUNY Old Westbury to

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Rei Wolfsohn/Herald Claudine Hall with backpacks filled with school supplies for the Jamaica Square Improvement League’s annual backpack giveaway in August.

County assures safety amid drone sightings

Winter festival in Franklin Square.

Claudine Hall dedicates her life to Elmont

finish her bachelor’s degree. Now she works for the Town of Hempstead.

Mimi Pierre-Johnson, president of the Elmont Cultural Center, has known Hall since 2000. The two met at Emanuel Baptist and began working together on the Elmont Vision Plan in 2006.

The proposal detailed plans for community improvement and development along Hempstead Turnpike. While the Town of Hempstead unanimously voted in favor of the plan, it never came to fruition because the coalition that devised it changed when some key players left Elmont. But, Pierre-Johnson said, the public discussion brought out the best of Elmont. “We brought the community together,” she said, adding of Hall, “That, I know, is near and dear to her heart.”

Hall said she has remained dedicated to helping the children of Elmont lead happy and healthy lives. She organizes a backpack giveaway every year to provide school supplies to children in need, and she is currently waiting to be matched with a child in the Big Brothers Big Sisters of America program. She is a former leader of Girl Scout Troop 1651, which meets at Emanuel Baptist.

“I’ve never had any children,” Hall said. “So these are my children. I get to watch them grow, and I feel like I had a part in their life.”

She honors students at Improvement League meetings, attends Elmont and Sewanhaka high school graduations and speaks at school board meetings. “I believe that for whatever reason, God did not allow me to get married and have children,” she said. “But He has never left me childless.”

Pierre-Johnson said that Hall often refers to Pierre-

Johnson’s grown daughter as her own, and that Hall has connected with other children by working at the Emanuel Baptist nursery. “They’re her children from another mother,” Pierre-Johnson said. “She takes kids to her heart.”

Carrie Solages, a Nassau County legislator who has worked extensively with Hall, said she is always looking out for kids in the community. Solages attended Hall’s most recent backpack giveaway in August.

“It’s not just about doing a successful backpack giveaway,” he said of her work. “It’s about really putting love and care into the packages she gives to families. In every holiday, in every crisis, she’s always looking out for her neighbors.”

Hall is a great leader for all of Elmont, Solages said. “She has done a lot to help people,” he said. “She’s just a great person.”

And while the two haven’t always seen eye to eye on the issues, there are many that they agree on, and they often work together to improve the quality of life in a community they share a love for. “No matter what, we have respect for each other,” Solages said.

Hall now balances her work for the league with her roles in Big Brothers Big Sisters and the Nassau Alumnae Chapter of Delta Sigma Theta, a historically Black sorority she joined in 2019. As if that weren’t enough, she is the community liaison and a trustee of Elmont’s Police Activity League.

She also cares for her 93-year-old mother — who has said a number of times that Claudine must be exhausted by all her work in the community.

“It’s challenging, but I make time,” Hall said. “I love what I do, and my mother knows I love what I do.” Pierre-Johnson said Hall is “true Elmont.” and will never fully retire. “If she tells you that she’s retiring, don’t believe it,” Pierre-Johnson laughed.

“I don’t think I’ll ever stop,” Hall said. “There’s always something to be done or can be done in your community. I love helping people. This is just who I am.”

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Nassau County Legislator Carrie Solages and Claudine Hall at the Aug. 10 backpack giveaway.

Hooping for hope at Sewanhaka HS. Sewanhaka’s varisty boys’ basketball team hosts its first Hoops for Hope fundraiser, raising money for SIBSPlace, a free after-school therapeutic program that helps siblings and parents cope with a family member’s severe illness. Sewanhaka’s Dylan McLennon gets the tipoff from Carey’s David Yussof.

Elmont group helped feed 2,000 hungry in Nigeria. Close to 2,000 people gathered to grab food in Onitsha, Nigeria, where Giving Back to Community Corporation, an Elmont-based nonprofit, hosted a food drive. People grabbed bags of rice, beans, tomatoes and salt or clothing and shoes.

Students gave cards to cops during the holiday season. Stewart Manor School students met members of the Nassau County Police Department during the annual Beyond the Badge’s Cards for Cops drive and presented them with cards for the holidays.

The Park at UBS Arena opened. UBS Arena opened The Park, featuring two ice rinks, carnival games and more for the public to enjoy. Rory Bernard and Nate Gidicsin, both 7, of Rockville Centre, test out the synthetic ice created ice at UBS pond.

Students compete at tech competiton. Team Innovo from Hewlett competes at Sewanhaka High School in the For Inspiration and Recognition of Science and Technology Tech Challenge Qualifier. Student robotics teams from across Long Island explore science, technology, engineering and mathematics concepts during the competition.

Elmont rallies for community center. Elmont neighbors and civic leaders, including Fenol C. LaRock and Assemblywoman Michaelle Solages rally outside of UBS Arena, calling for New York Arena Partners to fulfill its promise to build a community center in town.

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County officials respond to drone reports

By JORDAN VALLONE jvallone@liherald.com

Following reports that a large number of mysterious drones have been seen flying over parts of New Jersey and the East Coast, Nassau County officials showcased the county’s drone detection technology, that allows law enforcement to track drones anywhere within the county

County Executive Bruce Blakeman, at a news conference held at the David S. Mack Center for Training and Intelligence in Garden City on Dec. 19, told reporters that the county’s drone detection capabilities are “ahead of the curve.”

“I have been to other police departments throughout the United States to take a look at their intelligence and drone detection,” Blakeman said. “I can tell you that Nassau County is state-ofthe art. We’re on the cutting edge of drone detection.”

Reports of drones

According to a report by NBC, more than 5,000 drone sightings have been reported to the Federal Bureau of Investigation, mostly in New Jersey, although drones have been seen in New York, Connecticut, Pennsylvania, Virginia and Ohio.

The Federal Aviation Administration banned drone flights in 22 areas of New

Jersey, according to a report by AP News.

Patrick Ryder, commissioner of the Nassau County Police Department, said since Nov. 1, Nassau County has identified over 1,800 drone flights and 798 pilots.

What can Nassau County do?

Nassau County has the ability to track and identify drones that are in the

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LAW FIRM

county’s airspace, but is not allowed to mitigate their flying — only the federal government has that authority, Blakeman said.

“There’s detection and there’s mitigation,” he explained. “The mitigation is two types: One is the technology to jam it and have it return to its base, and the other one is to destroy it.”

Blakeman said they’d like the federal government to allow the police department to do a few things.

“We’d like the technology so we don’t have to shoot it down, because that creates a whole other set of problems,” Blakeman said. “But the technology is there to jam it and send it back to its home base, and we want that. We also want federal legislation that would allow us to issue a federal summons in the event that someone was violating the law.”

Blakeman said the county understands that drone flying is a hobby, and there are proper places where one can fly a drone.

“We have no problem with that,” he added. “But when it gets out of hand, like we’ve seen in New Jersey, or if it’s potential form of some kind of organized crime gang or a foreign nation, we have a responsibility to be on top of that.”

Are there credible threats?

The least worrisome threat, Blakeman said, is an invasion of privacy.

“Drones have been known to go into people’s backyards,” he said, “and hover over windows in their homes.”

Drones can pose threats to aircraft by interfering with planes, or they could crash into structures, causing property damage. Large drones, Blakeman said, have the ability to carry material, either biological, chemical or explosive, which is a major concern.

The data collected by the county, Ryder said, indicates that people flying drones are likely testing the system.

“It indicates that we’ve got 798 knuckleheads that keep putting their drones up at night, just to test the system,” he said. “We’ve seen this triple in size and reporting. What’s going to happen in Nassau County — we’re going to ask you to take the drone down.”

Nassau County’s technology

In order to fly a drone in restricted airspace, Ryder said one needs to be a licensed drone pilot. Nassau County has 27 pilots, he said, that have gone to school and learned how to fly drones. The county also has 30 snipers that can subdue threats — like a drone — from long distances, he said.

Inside the David. S Mack Center, Ryder and Blakeman showed reporters the technology from behind-the-scenes — massive screens that can pinpoint where drones are flying, and where they’re being flown from. If an unknown drone is detected, patrol cars can go to the location and ask for it to come down.

The county does not have the ability to take down a drone itself, but can make an arrest if someone is refusing to stop flying their drone.

“Right now, we need help from the federal government, especially because we’re a large department,” Blakeman said. “I can understand if they don’t want to make it available to every department in the United States, but with a department the size of Nassau County, we should have that mitigation technology.”

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Nassau County Bruce Blakeman spoke at a news conference on Dec. 19, detailing the county’s drone technology, in response to reports of drones being seen in states along the East Coast.

Franklin Square hosts winter festival

The Franklin Square Historical Society and Museum, in collaboration with the Franklin Square Civic Association, hosted a Winter Festival at the Rath Park Gazebo on Dec. 7.

Santa and Mrs. Claus arrived on a fire truck, courtesy of the Franklin Square and Munson Fire Department, and sat on decorated chairs on the gazebo. Children lined up and waited to tell Santa what they wanted for Christmas. Then, Santa gave each child a small gift.

The festival included vendors who sold a variety of holiday decorations, a hands-on craft project for kids, hot chocolate and coffee, raffles and a tour of the museum. Inside the museum stood a nine-foot tree decorated with hand blown ornaments, a large holiday model train layout, a display of Christmas Snow Village houses, Italian crèche and samples of German stollen that were handed out to guests. Assemblyman Ed Ra, Assemblywoman Michaelle Solages and County Legislator John Giuffre visited the festival, as well.

Santa started a countdown to light up the Christmas tree, and the crowd of guests cheered as it illuminated the park. The Franklin Square Historical Society said it was wonderful event and thanked all the residents who came to celebrate the season. They also thanked

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students from the H. Frank Carey Honor Society who came to help with the festival, as well. The historical society and civic association said they look

forward to next year’s visit from Santa and Mrs. Claus.

–Renee DeLorenzo

A holiday model train layout sits on top of a counter inside the museum.

Courtesy Franklin Square Historical Society and Museum County Legislator John Giuffre with Frosty the Snowman at Franklin Square Historical Society’s Winterfest at Rath Park on Dec. 7.

Sewanhaka senior collects items for domestic violence shelter. Sewanhaka High School senior Ashna Balroop and Alyssa Fouad, an educator from the Safe Center Long Island, worked together to gather items for the shelter in Bethpage that supports survivors of domestic violence.

St. Catherine of Sienna basketball team hungry for 2025 season. The St. Catherine of Sienna-Zarzycki girls’ basketball team had a successful record throughout their 2024 season before falling to Wantagh’s St. Francis Dunn team. Zoey Sanchez on St. Catherine’sZarzycki team takes the ball up the court while Ava Acebedo on St. Francis-Dunn team guards.

Elmont High student is honored for community service. Elmont Memorial High School senior Tiffany Wong is recognized by BOCES for her commitment to community service in Elmont.

Elmont library discontinues early voting. Elizabeth Forbes, of Elmont, argues against the Elmont Memorial Library board’s decision to discontinue hosting early voting after electioneering during early voting before the Fall

election caused unsafe conditions in the parking lot.

Students celebrate Martin Luther King Jr. Day. Elmont’s Alden Terrace School celebrated the life and civic activism of Martin Luther King Jr. during an assembly.

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Students display stupendous spelling skills. Clara H. Carlson School fifth grader Andrea Persaud wins second place and sixth grader Mackenson Michel wins first place, at the school’s Scripps Spelling Bee Competition.

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Students express their support for Polk Street principal. The Franklin Square community continues to question when Polk Street School Principal Gilbert Torossian will return to school from his leave of absence.

St. Patrick’s festivities commence at the Plattduetsche. The Sporting Paddies Band performs at the Plattduetsche Bier Garten for an Ancient Order of Hibernians St. Patrick’s Day fundraiser.

Highlighting women’s history and Black history. Dancers from Elmont perform during the Women’s History Month and Black History Month Concert hosted by Elmont-based nonprofit Universal Interactions.

Spartans capture Class AA title as time expires. Elmont boys’ basketball team, led by head coach Ryan Straub, right, and from left, Osagie Ekhator, Khalil Muhammad, Gemere Frias-Walsh and Arlyn Brown, won the L.I. title at the buzzer.

Recognizing women for their accomplishments in communities. Women from Elmont, Franklin Square, Valley Stream, Laurelton, Floral Park and South Floral Park were recognized for their efforts to uplift those around them in their communities.

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Education board unsure what to do with trustee Jaime. Community members call for the removal of Elmont board of education trustee Michael Jaime after he reportedly called someone a vulgar name during a board meeting.

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Solar eclipse captured community gaze. Franklin Square friends Eibhlin Moriarty, Alek Karulski, Angelica Caruso, Jiya Jenu and Nyrie Jeanty pointed up to the sky as they watched the total solar eclipse outside of the Franklin Square Public Library.

Elmont Model UN travelled to state capitol. Elmont Memorial High School’s Model United Nations program, founder Lee Marcus and program advisor Nkenge Gilliam were welcomed at the state’s capitol by Patricia Canzoneri-Fitzpatrick and Michaelle Solages to celebrate the program’s 45th anniversary.

Home renovation helped Dina Cantone. Volunteers from Franklin Square-based nonprofit Rescuing Families celebrated the completion of renovations for Dina Cantone, a Franklin Square native who is developmentally disabled.

Detective Jonathan Diller is laid to rest. Diller of the New York City Police Department, a Franklin Square native, was shot and killed in Far Rockaway during a traffic stop on March 25. Community members, colleagues and old friends alike raised funds to support his family.

Race to the Rink 5K raises funds for Easterseals NY. Jonathan Torres, of Franklin Square, Megan Rasiak, of Franklin Square, Christina Fitzgerald, of New Hyde Park, and Brandon McLaren, of Roosevelt, ran in the 5K Race to the Rink hosted by the New York Islanders at UBS Arena.

Franklin Square schools showcased music excellence. The Franklin Square school district earned a Best Communities for Music Education designation from the National Association of Music Merchants Foundation. Robert Mutarelli, a band teacher at Polk Street School, conducted the school band during a Halloween parade.

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News brief

Sands New York spreads holiday cheer

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

–Kelsie Radziski

Carey wins playoff OT thriller. Chris Obertis’ scoop-and-score 38 seconds into OT gave the visiting fifth-seeded Seahawks a thrilling 7-6 victory over No. 4 Calhoun in a Nassau Class B boys’ lacrosse quarterfinal matchup May 17. Jayden Radow (pictured) scored twice.

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claim football title. Carey used a fake punt in the third quarter to keep the game’s eventual winning drive alive Nov. 22 as it defeated Mepham, 28-7, in the Conference II final for its first Nassau County football title since 2014.

Seahawks

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Carey boys’ volleyball revival. Led by captains Ewan Byrne (pictured) and Jack Leimgruber, Carey boys’ volleyball finished with 10 victories

fall and finished in the upper half in Nassau Conference 2D.

Elmont gets environmental TLC for Earth Day. Elmont neighbors cleaned up the community and removed debris and litter from the underpass at Linden Boulevard and Central Avenue as part of an Earth Day clean up.

New Belmont grandstand looks to welcome more than 50K fans. Once completed, Belmont Park’s new grandstand will offer 7,500 seats, updated visitor amenities like suites, clubs and restaurants, and an open-air area overlooking the paddock where horses are saddled up.

Foster Meadow Lane co-op left in disrepair. Behind 1888 Foster Meadow Lane, a cooperative for senior citizens in Elmont that flooded on Sept. 29, mold covered a ceiling falling apart near the basement entrance. Seniors remained displaced seven months after the severe rainstorm.

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Mother’s Day ‘par-tea’. The girl scouts of Franklin Square and West Hempstead showed their appreciation for moms at a Mother’s Day tea party.

F.S. Munson Fire Department seeks junior firefighters. Teens ages 14-17 are invited to join the Franklin Square and Munson Fire Department’s junior firefighter program.

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Students compete at science research fair. Students from schools throughout the Elmont school district showcased their science research projects at the New York State Science and Engineering Fair Science Research Competition.

the 16th annual Paul Sapienza Belmont Parade. Town Councilman Thomas Muscarella, left, and Islanders mascot Sparky the Dragon, right, enjoy the 16th annual Paul Sapienza Belmont Parade with parade grand marshals Anna and Vito

Howie’s Heart spreads kindness. A lemonade stand hosted by Howie’s Heart, a nonprofit based in Franklin Square, raised $2,500 for the Alex’s Lemonade Stand Foundation to fund pediatric cancer research. Howie’s Heart aims to help other local nonprofits and spread kindness.

their win in the 4 x

the state outdoor track and field championships

High School.

Celebrating

Coretisano, owners of Salvatore’s of Elmont.

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Elmont boys’ relay team captured state title. Aidan Peterkin, Caleb Harris, Dominic Collines and Rlen Richards celebrated

400-meter relay at

at CiceroNorth Syracuse

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Students engage in fun at field day. Gotham Avenue School students in Elmont got active outside during field day.

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Honoring local military heroes. Neighbors of all ages marched through Franklin Square to honor veterans who made the ultimate sacrifice during the Memorial Day Parade.

Elmont Memorial graduates take next step in educational career. Graduates of Elmont Memorial High School’s Class of 2024 listened on as their peers and school leaders shared memories of their time in school together.

Marlon Small starts as superintendent in Elmont school district. Marlon Small began his tenure as superintendent of schools in the Elmont school district. He replaced interim superintendent Kenneth Card.

H. Frank Carey High School 2024 graduates Joseph Luca

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Bubbles of fun at spring fair. Neighbors had a blast at the Franklin Square Chamber of Commerce Spring Fair.

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Caps off to Sewanhaka Class of 2024. A sea of purple-clad graduates waited to receive their diplomas during the Sewanhaka High School Class of 2024 graduation ceremony.

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Embracing America’s independence. Mason Otero, Savanaha Otero and Benjamin Otero joined community members gathered at Rath Park in Franklin Square to listen to a reading of the Declaration of Independence for Independence Day.

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H. Frank Carey Class of ’24 celebrates graduation.

Campisi and Cormac Goavert led the pledge of allegiance

the school’s graduation ceremony.

Juvenile arthritis, an ‘invisible disability’ nearby. Molly Talbot, a student at H. Frank Carey High School in Franklin Square, was diagnosed with juvenile idiopathic arthritis at 12 years old. She and her family have taken it upon themselves to raise awareness in the community.

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and local elected officials celebrated the unveiling of Hendrickson

with local youth.

Elmont Marine veteran takes on career in boxing, counseling. Peter Latorre, a five-year veteran of the Marine Corps and Elmont native, decided he would pursue a career as a mental health counselor for fellow veterans.

IT manager honored by

Jason Hutter, information technology manager for the Franklin Square school district, was congratulated on being named a NASTECH Nassau Association of School Technologists Award Recipient by Casey Hauptman, director of technology, innovation and data systems.

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New basketball court at Hendrickson Avenue Park. Women’s Basketball Hall of Famer Nancy Lieberman, ESPN broadcaster Ros Gold-Onwude, Hempstead Town Supervisor Don Clavin

Avenue Park’s Dream Court

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BOCES.

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Summer Salute raises funds for Tunnel to Towers Foundation. Members of the Nassau County Firefighters Pipes and Drums made a toast to the successful fundraiser hosted at Plattduetsche Park, Restaurant

Biergarten.

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Island vibes, big

at luau bingo. Lynne Cross, Jamie Varrichio and Diane Annarella double checked their cards to see if they won at Franklin Square-based nonprofit Rescuing Families’ luau bingo party.

School district dedicates bench to Detective Jonathan Diller’s memory. John Street School Principal Thomas Riccobono, Assistant Principal Jung Lee and Franklin Square school district Superintendent Jared Bloom welcomed Detective Jonathan Diller’s wife Stephanie Diller as the school dedicated a bench to his memory.

Franklin Square community vows to ‘never forget’. The Franklin Square Munson Fire Department hosted its annual Sept. 11 Memorial Ceremony in Rath Park to memorialize those who died during the terrorist attacks and who have since died of 9/11-related illnesses.

Car wash raised money for Arthritis Foundation. Roughly 100 neighbors came out to have their car washed for a good cause. Molly Talbot, a Franklin Square native who was diagnosed with juvenile idiopathic arthritis at 12, and her family hosted the car wash fundraiser for the Arthritis Foundation.

Seahawks celebrated 2024 Homecoming. The H. Frank Carey High School celebrates its 2024 Homecoming with a parade and a 35-12 win over New Hyde Park Memorial High School.

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Elmont students are all smiles for back to school. Stewart Manor School Principal Pamela Stamidis welcomed students to their first day back at school.

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Ompahfest celebrates German-American heritage. Community members sipped on a variety of ales at Plattduetsche Park, Restauarant and Biergarten during Ompahfest.

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Gala helps raise funds for Elmont nonprofit. 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.

Charity hockey tournament raises $181K. Sports can provide lifechanging opportunities for young athletes, opening doors for them that may otherwise be closed. The 43 Oak Foundation, a charity that helps develop underprivileged and minority youth through hockey, hosted its third annual 3 Keys Cup charity hockey tournament at Elmont’s UBS Arena last week to help support the organization’s mission.

Kathleen Mauceri speaks to importance of volunteering. 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.

One year on, seniors remain homeless. More than 30 people lived at 1888 Foster Meadow Lane, a cooperative for senior citizens in Elmont, when a flash flood forced them to evacuate on Sept. 29, 2023. Now, one year later, the residents remain displaced as the building’s condition continues to deteriorate.

Promoting

lung health with annual walk. The American Lung Association is returning to East Meadow for its second annual Lung Force Walk Long Island, to celebrate the local community, survivors, and families.

Breast cancer walk memorializes Elmont activist. More than 100 neighbors from Elmont, Valley Stream and the surrounding areas donned pink and participated in the third annual Dr. Elsy MecklembourgGuibert Memorial Breast Cancer Walk at Arthur J. Hendrickson Park on Oct. 5.

Courtesy Kathleen Mauceri

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Herald file photo

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Courtesy Thom Freeman

Belmont Park Village open for holidays. Belmont Park Village is officially open for the holiday season. The 340,000 square foot shopping complex, built by The Bicester Collection and operated by Value Retail Management, is the first of its kind in the United States.

Veterans Day commemorated in the park. Nassau County veterans, families and community members gathered in Eisenhower Park on Nov. 10 to honor those who served on Veterans Day, paying tribute to local heroes whose courage and sacrifice have protected the United States’ freedoms and values.

Assisting the people who help us at Thanksgiving. Emilian Emeagwali, who founded the Elmont-based charity Giving Back to Community Corp., held a Thanksgiving food drive at her physical and occupational office in Valley Stream last Saturday. She distributed 100 turkeys and various canned goods to local people in need, many of whom came all the way from New York City.

F.S. runners finish city marathon. Franklin Square residents Christian Viti, Corry Brinken and Nick Matzelle ran in the 53rd annual New York City Marathon on Nov. 3. in celebration of the 60th anniversary of the Verrazzano-Narrows Bridge.

Franklin Square locals spread kindness. The local community service organization Howie’s Heart and Girl Scout Troop 1422 partnered to create a unique contribution to the community, The Little Box of Kindness which debuted at the Vida Coffee Shop on World Kindness Day, Nov. 13.

Elmont students combat drugs and bullies. Dutch Broadway School enjoyed a vibrant week of celebrating health and kindness during its annual Red Ribbon Week from October 21-25.

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Brothers achieve rank of Eagle Scout. At just 15 years old, Thomas Stavola is the youngest scout in Boy Scouts of America Troop 93 to achieve the rank of Eagle Scout. Before him, only one other scout achieved the high-status rank at such a young age Nick Stavola, his older brother.

Islanders collaborate with community to distribute meals.

Islanders collaborated with local charities and the office of

to hand out 200 Thanksgiving meals to Long Island families in need at UBS Arena on the evening of Nov. 26.

Charity raises over $12,000 to help those with disabilities. The Rescuing Families charity held its annual Ugly Sweater Bingo Party at VFW Post 2718, in Franklin Square, on Dec. 6, raising over $12,000 to help those with disabilities.

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feat they had yet to achieve; winning the Long

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Flag football champions form a lasting family.

Long Island Flag Football Youth Boys League,

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Plattdeutsche hosts Christkindl market. The Plattdeutsche Park Restaurant in Franklin Square hosted a traditional German Christkindl market on Nov. 30 and Dec. 1, which featured dozens of local vendors who sold holiday goods and refreshments to hundreds of visitors.

Courtesy Office Assemblywoman Michaelle Solages

Courtesy Michael Priolo

Green Acres Mall distributes hundreds of turkeys. Green Acres Mall and Assemblywoman Michaelle Solages teamed up for a Thanksgiving turkey distribution, which gave hundreds of frozen turkeys to organizations across Valley Stream and surrounding communities.

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December 26, 2024 —

LEGAL NOTICE

Public Notices

NOTICE OF FORMATION OF LIMITED LIABILITY COMPANY.

NAME: 3rd Law , LLC.

Articles of Organization were filed with the Secretary of State of New York, (SSNY) on 12/13/2019. NY Office location: Nassau County. SSNY has been designated as agent of the LLC upon whom process against it may be served. SSNY shall mail a copy of the process to: 31 Covert Avenue Unit #5006 Floral Park, NY 11001Purpose: To engage in any lawful act or activity 150172

LEGAL NOTICE

Notice of formation of Rose Lady LLC. Articles of Organization filed with the State of New York SSNY on August 14th 2024. Office located in Nassau County. SSNY has been designated for service of process. SSNY shall mail copy of any process served against the LLC 258 Kirkman Avenue. Elmont N.Y. 11003. Purpose: any lawful purpose 150130

LEGAL NOTICE NOTICE OF SALE SUPREME COURT COUNTY OF NASSAU, WILMINGTON SAVINGS FUND SOCIETY, FSB, NOT IN ITS INDIVIDUAL CAPACITY BUT SOLELY AS OWNER TRUSTEE FOR VERUS SECURITIZATION TRUST 2021-R1, Plaintiff, vs. JUAN APUPARO, ET AL., Defendant (s). Pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale duly entered on October 31, 2024, I, the undersigned Referee will sell at public auction at the North Side Steps of the Nassau County Supreme Court, 100 Supreme Court Drive, Mineola, NY 11501 on January 8, 2025, at 2:00 PM, premises known as 108 OAKLEY 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 Town of Hempstead, County of Nassau and State of New York, Section: 32, Block: 559, Lots: 24, 25, 26. Approximate amount of judgment is $247,179.55 plus interest and costs. Premises will be sold subject to provisions of filed Judgment Index # 602288/2023. 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, the Mortgagee’s attorney, or the Referee.

MARIA SIDERIS, Esq., Referee

Roach & Lin, P.C., 6851 Jericho Turnpike, Suite 185, Syosset, New York 11791, Attorneys for Plaintiff 150292

LEGAL NOTICE NOTICE OF SALE SUPREME COURT COUNTY OF NASSAU, METROPOLITAN LIFE INSURANCE COMPANY, Plaintiff, vs. JENNY A. EBERT, AS ADMINISTRATOR TO THE ESTATE OF RICHARD EBERT, ET AL., Defendant(s). Pursuant to an Order Confirming Referee Report and Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale duly entered on August 24, 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 January 7, 2025 at 2:00 p.m., premises known as 23 Franklin Street, 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 Town of Hempstead, County of Nassau and State of New York, Section 32, Block 474 and Lots 17 & 18. Approximate amount of judgment is $184,387.44 plus interest and costs. Premises will be sold subject to provisions of filed Judgment Index #613100/2021.

Louis B. Imbroto, Esq., Referee Friedman Vartolo LLP, 85 Broad Street, Suite 501, New York, New York 10004, Attorneys for Plaintiff. Firm File No. 191150-3 150274

LEGAL NOTICE NOTICE OF SALE SUPREME COURTCOUNTY OF NASSAU WILMINGTON SAVINGS FUND SOCIETY, FSB, NOT INDIVIDUALLY BUT SOLELY AS TRUSTEE FOR FINANCE OF AMERICA STRUCTURED SECURITIES ACQUISITION TRUST 2019-HB1, Plaintiff, AGAINST ALLISON COTRONEO, AS HEIR OF THE ESTATE OF VINCENT COTRONEO, if she be living and if she be dead, the respective heirs-at-law, next-of-kin, distributees, executors, administrators, trustees, devisees, legatees, assignees, lienors, creditors and successors in interest and generally all persons having or claiming under, by or through said defendant(s) who may be deceased, by purchase, inheritance, lien or inheritance, any right, title or interest in or to the real property described in the Complaint, et al. Defendant(s) Pursuant to a judgment of foreclosure and sale duly entered on September 30, 2024.

I, the undersigned Referee, will sell at public auction at the North Side Steps of the Nassau Supreme Court, 100 Supreme Court Drive, Mineola, NY 11501 on January 15, 2025 at 2:30 PM premises known as 44 Catherine Avenue, Franklin Square, NY 11010. Please take notice that this foreclosure auction shall be conducted in compliance with the Foreclosure Auction Rules for Nassau County, and the COVID 19 Health Emergency Rules, including proper use of masks and social distancing.

All that certain plot piece or parcel of land, with the buildings and improvements thereon erected, situate, lying and being at Elmont, Town of Hempstead, County of Nassau and State of New York. Section 35, Block 38 and Lot 44, 45. Approximate amount of judgment $467,460.74 plus interest and costs. Premises will be sold subject to provisions of filed Judgment. Index #002264/2016. William R. Boccio, Esq., Referee, Aldridge Pite, LLPAttorneys for Plaintiff - 40 Marcus Drive, Suite 200, Melville, NY 11747 150408

LEGAL NOTICE

SUPPLEMENTAL

SUMMONS AND NOTICE - SUPREME COURT OF THE STATE OF NEW YORK, COUNTY OF NASSAU - FINANCE OF AMERICA REVERSE LLC, Plaintiff, -against- ROSE K. KITZMILLER, AS HEIR, DEVISEE, DISTRIBUTEE OF THE ESTATE OF JOANN HOTZ VITA ; ROBERT A. HOTZ, AS HEIR, DEVISEE, DISTRIBUTEE OF THE ESTATE OF JOANN HOTZ VITA ; CHRYSTAL BETTERLY, AS POTENTIAL HEIR, DEVISEE, DISTRIBUTEE OF THE ESTATE OF JOANN HOTZ VITA ; VERONICA HOTZ, AS POTENTIAL HEIR, DEVISEE, DISTRIBUTEE OF THE ESTATE OF JOANN HOTZ VITA ; CAROL SCOTT, AS POTENTIAL HEIR, DEVISEE, DISTRIBUTEE OF THE ESTATE OF JOANN HOTZ VITA ; NICHOLAS HOTZ, AS POTENTIAL HEIR, DEVISEE, DISTRIBUTEE OF THE ESTATE OF JOANN HOTZ VITA ; DANIEL HOTZ, AS POTENITAL HEIR, DEVISEE, DISTRIBUTEE OF THE ESTATE OF JOAN HOTZ VITA ; ELIZABETH BOYES, AS POTENTIAL HEIR, DEVISEE, DISTRIBUTEE OF THE ESTATE OF JOANN HOTZ VITA ; ANY AND ALL KNOWN AND UNKNOWN HEIRS, DEVISEES, GRANTEES, ASSIGNEES, LIENORS, CREDITORS, TRUSTEES AND ALL OTHER PARTIES CLAIMING AN INTEREST BY, THROUGH, UNDER OR AGAINST THE ESTATE OF JOANN HOTZ VITA ; UNITED STATES OF

AMERICA ACTING ON BEHALF OF THE SECRETARY OF HOUSING AND URBAN DEVELOPMENT ; UNITED STATES OF AMERICA ACTING ON BEHALF OF THE DEPARTMENT OF TREASURY - INTERNAL REVENUE SERVICE ; NEW YORK STATE DEPARTMENT OF TAXATION AND FINANCE ; P.T.R.C., INC., DBA HOME TAX SAVER ; HMS, INC., Defendants - Index No.: 601104/2024 Plaintiff Designates Nassau County as the Place of Trial. The Basis of Venue is that the subject action is situated in Nassau County. To the above named Defendants-YOU ARE HEREBY SUMMONED to answer the Complaint in this action and to serve a copy of your answer, or, if the complaint is not served with this Summons, to serve a notice of appearance, on the Plaintiff’s Attorney(s) within 20 days after the service of this Summons, exclusive of the day of service (or within 30 days after the service is complete if this Summons is not personally delivered to you within the State of New York); and in case of your failure to appear or answer, judgment will be taken against you by default for the relief demanded in the Complaint. That this Supplemental Summons is being filed pursuant to an order of the court dated October 11, 2024. NOTICE-YOU ARE IN DANGER OF LOSING YOUR HOME - If you do not respond to this summons and complaint by serving a copy of the answer on the attorney for the mortgage company who filed this foreclosure proceeding against you and filing the answer with the court, a default judgment may be entered and you can lose your home. Speak to an attorney or go to the court where your case is pending for further information on how to answer the summons and protect your property. Sending a payment to the mortgage company will not stop the foreclosure action. YOU MUST RESPOND BY SERVING A COPY OF THE ANSWER ON THE ATTORNEY FOR THE PLAINTIFF (FINANCE OF AMERICA REVERSE LLC) AND FILING THE ANSWER WITH THE COURT. The foregoing summons is served upon you by publication pursuant to an order of the Honorable Jeffrey A. Goodstein, A.J.S.C. Dated: October 11, 2024 Filed: October 29, 2024. The object of this action is to foreclose a mortgage and covering the premises known as 34 McKee Street, Floral Park, NY 11001. Dated: November 26, 2024 Filed: November 26, 2024 Greenspoon Marder LLP, Attorney for Plaintiff, By: Angelo A.

Regina, Esq., 1345 Avenue of the Americas, Suite 2200, New York, NY 10105 P: (212) 524-5000 F: (212) 524-5050 No Service by fax) Service purposes only: Trade Centre South 100 W. Cypress Creek Road, Suite 700, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33309 P: (888) 491-1120 F: (954) 343-6982 150435

LEGAL NOTICE NOTICE OF SALE SUPREME COURT COUNTY OF NASSAU, 999 HEMPSTEAD LENDER LLC, Plaintiff, vs. 999 HEMPSTEAD TURNPIKE LLC, ET AL., Defendant(s). Pursuant to an Order Confirming Referee Report and Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale duly entered on November 1, 2024, I, the undersigned Referee will sell at public auction on the front steps on the north side of the Nassau County Supreme Court, 100 Supreme Court Drive, Mineola, NY 11501 on January 14, 2025 at 2:00 p.m., premises known as 993-1007 Hempstead Turnpike, Franklin Square, NY 11010. All that certain plot, piece or parcel of land, with the buildings and improvements thereon erected, situate, lying and being in the Town of Hempstead, County of Nassau and State of New York, Section 35, Block 4 and Lots 1-7 and 28-34. Approximate amount of judgment is $5,331,601.33 plus interest and costs. Premises will be sold subject to provisions of filed Judgment Index #600185/2023.

Peter H. Levy, Esq., Referee Vallely Law PLLC, 6851 Jericho Turnpike, Suite 165, Syosset, New York 11791, Attorneys for Plaintiff 150429

LEGAL NOTICE

NOTICE OF ADOPTION OF TOWN OF HEMPSTEAD

LOCAL LAW NO. 75-2024

PLEASE TAKE NOTICE that, pursuant to Article 9 of the New York State Constitution, the provisions of the Town Law and the Municipal Home Rule Law of the State of New York, both as amended, a public hearing was duly called and held December 10th, 2024, by the Town Board of the Town of Hempstead on the proposed adoption of Town of Hempstead Local Law No. 75-2024, and following the close of the hearing the Town Board duly adopted Town of Hempstead Local Law No. 75-2024, amending Section 202-1 of the Code of the Town of Hempstead, to include and repeal “PARKING OR STANDING PROHIBITIONS” at various locations.

Dated: December 10, 2024 Hempstead, New York

BY ORDER OF THE TOWN BOARD OF THE TOWN OF HEMPSTEAD

DONALD X. CLAVIN, JR. Supervisor

KATE MURRAY Town Clerk 150616

LEGAL NOTICE NOTICE OF ADOPTION OF TOWN OF HEMPSTEAD LOCAL LAW NO. 76-2024

PLEASE TAKE NOTICE that, pursuant to Article 9 of the New York State Constitution, the provisions of the Town Law and the Municipal Home Rule Law of the State of New York, both as amended, a public hearing was duly called and held December 10th, 2024, by the Town Board of the Town of Hempstead on the proposed adoption of Town of Hempstead Local Law No. 76-2024, and following the close of the hearing the Town Board duly adopted Town of Hempstead Local Law No. 76-2024, amending Section 197-5 of the Code of the Town of Hempstead, to include “ARTERIAL STOPS” at various locations. Dated: December 10, 2024 Hempstead, New York BY ORDER OF THE TOWN BOARD OF THE TOWN OF HEMPSTEAD

DONALD X. CLAVIN, JR. Supervisor

KATE MURRAY Town Clerk 150617

LEGAL NOTICE CASE NO. 21527

RESOLUTION NO.1206-2024

Adopted: December 10, 2024

Councilmember Muscarella offered the following resolution and moved its adoption: RESOLUTION ESTABLISHING AND SETTING ASIDE CERTAIN PARKING SPACES FOR MOTOR VEHICLES FOR THE SOLE USE OF HOLDERS OF SPECIAL PARKING PERMITS ISSUED BY THE COUNTY OF NASSAU TO PHYSICALLY HANDICAPPED PERSONS. WHEREAS, pursuant to Resolution No.1191-2024, adopted November 19th, 2024, a public hearing was duly held on the 10th day of December, 2024, at the Town Meeting Pavilion, Hempstead Town Hall, 1 Washington Street, Hempstead, New York, on the proposed establishment and setting aside of a certain parking space for motor vehicles for the sole use of holders of special parking permits issued by the County of Nassau to physically handicapped persons, in accordance with Section 202-48 of the Code of the Town of Hempstead, all as set forth in said resolution; and

WHEREAS, after due consideration, this Town Board finds it to be in the public interest to establish and set aside a certain parking space for motor vehicles for the sole use of holders of special parking permits issued by the County of Nassau to physically handicapped persons; NOW, THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that in accordance with Section 202-48 of the Code of the Town of Hempstead, the following parking spaces be and the same hereby is set aside for the sole use of holders of special parking permits issued by the County of Nassau to physically handicapped persons:

BALDWIN

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

(TH-436/24)

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

(TH-432/24)

ELMONT

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

(TH-375(B)/24)

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

(TH-446/24)

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

(TH-465/24)

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

(TH-461/24)

FRANKLIN SQUARE

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

(TH-507/24)

GARDEN CITY SOUTH

WELLINGTON ROAD

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

(Tha-457/24)

LEVITTOWN

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

(485/24)

ROOSEVELT

EAST RAYMOND AVENUE - north side, starting at a point 321 feet east of the east curbline of Nassau Road, east for a distance of 18 feet.

(TH-472/24)

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

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

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

(TH-473/24)

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

(TH-322/21 - 9/23/21)

(TH-495/24)

WEST HEMPSTEAD PARK AVENUE - east side, starting at a point 162 feet north of Lincoln Place, north for a distance of 20 feet.

(TH-493/02 - 12/03/02)

(TH-499/24) ; and, BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Town Clerk shall enter this resolution in the minutes of the Town Board and shall publish a copy of this resolution once a newspaper having a general circulation in the Town of Hempstead, and shall post a copy hereof on the signboard maintained by her, and file in her office affidavits of such publication and posting. The foregoing resolution was seconded by Councilmember Miller and adopted upon roll call as follows: AYES: SEVEN (7) NOES: NONE (0) 150623

LEGAL NOTICE NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING PLEASE TAKE NOTICE that pursuant to Section 202-48 of the Code of the Town of Hempstead entitled, “Handicapped Parking on Public Streets,” a public hearing will be held in the Town Meeting Pavilion. Hempstead Town Hall, 1 Washington Street, Hempstead, New York, on the 7th day of January, 2025, at 10:30 o’clock in the forenoon of that day, to consider the adoption of a resolution setting aside certain parking spaces for motor vehicles for the sole use of holders of special parking permits issued by the County of Nassau to physically handicapped persons at the following locations: BALDWIN MADISON AVENUEsouth side, starting at a point 125 feet west of the west curbline of Grand Avenue, west for a distance of 20 feet.

(TH-536/24) EAST MEADOW

Public Notices

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

(TH-553/24)

ELMONT

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

(TH-519/24)

FRANKLIN SQUARE

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

(TH-521/24)

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

(TH-534/24)

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

(TH-551/24)

UNIONDALE

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

(TH-508/24)

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

(TH-533/24)

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

(TH-539/24)

(NR) VALLEY STREAM

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

(TH-546/24) and on the repeal of the following locations previously set aside as parking spaces for physically handicapped persons:

BELLMORE

EAST ALDER ROADsouth side, starting at a point 167 feet east of the east curbline of Bellmore Avenue, east for a distance of 22 feet.

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

FRANKLIN SQUARE

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

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

(TH-526/24)

UNIONDALE

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

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

(TH-542/24)

(NR) VALLEY STREAM

WYNGATE DRIVE - west side, starting at a point

54 feet south of the south curbline of Bretton Road, south for a distance of 20 feet.

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

(TH-516/24)

ALL PERSONS

INTERESTED shall have an opportunity to be heard on said proposal at the time and place aforesaid.

Dated: December 10, 2024

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

DONALD X. CLAVIN, JR.

Supervisor

KATE MURRAY Town Clerk 150614

LEGAL NOTICE

LEGAL NOTICE TO THE TAXPAYERS of the Franklin Square & Munson Fire District, Town of Hempstead, Nassau County, New York:

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that a resolution was adopted by the Board of Fire Commissioners, Franklin Square & Munson Fire District, Town of Hempstead, County of Nassau, State of New York at a special meeting thereof held on December 17, 2024, subject to Permissive Referendum as provided by Town Law.

An abstract of the resolution is as follows:

BE IT RESOLVED THAT the Board of Fire Commissioners of the Franklin Square & Munson Fire District, Town of Hempstead, County of Nassau, shall expend additional monies for the purchase of radio communication equipment and related accessories in an amount not to exceed, thirty thousand dollars ($30,000.00). Said funds to be expended from Capital Reserve for Equipment Repair and Replacement as authorized by Section 6-g of the General Municipal Law. This resolution shall take effect 30 days from the date hereof, unless within 30 days a valid petition, as provided for in the Town Law is filed with the Fire District Secretary requesting a Permissive Referendum.

BOARD OF FIRE COMMISSIONERS

FRANKLIN SQUARE & MUNSON FIRE DISTRICT

TOWN OF HEMPSTEAD

Attest: Kerry Santina District Secretary December 17, 2024 150697

LEGAL NOTICE NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING

PLEASE TAKE NOTICE that pursuant to Article 9 of the New York State Constitution, the provisions of the Town Law and Municipal Home Rule of the State of New York, both as amended, a public hearing will be held in the Town Meeting Pavilion, Hempstead Town Hall, 1 Washington

Street, Hempstead, New York, on the 7th day of January, 2025, at 10:30 o’clock in the forenoon of that day to consider the enactment of a local law to amend Chapter 202 of the code of the Town of Hempstead to INCLUDE “REGULATIONS AND RESTRICTIONS” to limit parking at the following locations:

BELLMORE

SAINT MARKS AVENUE (TH 532/24)

Section 202-15 East Side - ONE HOUR PARKING 8AM TO 6PM EXCEPT SATURDAYS, SUNDAYS &HOLIDAYSstarting at a point 102 feet north of the north curbline of Merrick Road, then north for a distance of 63 feet.

FRANKLIN SQUARE

LINCOLN ROAD (TH 529/24) West SideSection 202-7 30 MINUTE PARKING

BETWEEN SIGNSstarting at a point 225 feet north of the north curbline of Hempstead Turnpike, north for a distance of 70 feet.

ROOSEVELT AVENUE (TH 535/24) East Side - TWO HOUR PARKING EXCEPT SATURDAY, SUNDAY & HOLIDAYS - starting at a point 110 feet south of the south curbline of Delmar Avenue, then south for a distance of 38 feet. ALSO, to REPEAL from Chapter 202 “REGULATIONS AND RESTRICTIONS” to limit parking from the following locations:

FRANKLIN SQUARE

LINCOLN ROAD (TH 483/11) West SideSection 202-7 TWO HOUR PARKING

BETWEEN SINGSstarting at a point 228 feet north of the north curbline of Hempstead Turnpike, north for a distance of 66 feet.

(Adopted 3/20/12)

WEST HEMPSTEAD

OAK STREET (TH 561/91) South SideSection 202-20 NO PARKING 9AM TO 9PM EXCEPT SUNDAYSstarting at a point 124 feet west of the west curbline of Westminster Road, west for a distance of 24 feet.

(Adopted 9/14/93) ALL PERSONS INTERESTED shall have an opportunity to be heard on said proposal at the time and place aforesaid.

Dated: December 10, 2024

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

DONALD X. CLAVIN, JR. Supervisor

KATE MURRAY Town Clerk 150610

LEGAL NOTICE

NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING

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

FRANKLIN SQUARE

JAMES STREET (TH 517/24) - STOPAll traffic traveling west bound on Fenworth Boulevard shall come to a full stop.

JAMES STREET (TH 517/24) - STOPAll traffic traveling east bound on Fenworth Boulevard shall come to a full stop.

LEVITTOWN JERUSALEM AVENUE (TH 422(B)/24) - STOPAll traffic traveling east bound on Eagle Lane shall come to a full stop.

LIDO BEACH

BLACKHEATH ROAD NORTH (TH 515/24)-STOP

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

MERRICK

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

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

SEAFORD

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

UNIONDALE

MILDRED PLACE (TH 530/24) - STOPAll traffic traveling east bound on Stanton Boulevard shall come to a full stop.

MILDRED PLACE (TH 530/24) - STOPAll traffic traveling west bound on Stanton Boulevard shall come to a full stop.

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Students and staff from Manor Oaks clockwise, Christina Sciarrotto, Jenna Rambissoon, Ava Chatoorang, Aria Fodera, Jason Levine, Principal Jane Ruthkowski, Assemblyman Ed Ra, Zachary Silver and Zafirah Akliah.

Ed Ra hosts toy drive for children in need

In a news release, Assemblyman Ed Ra said he is proud of the success during this year’s toy drive. Thanks to the generous support of local schools and libraries, Ra said, a 20-foot U-Haul truck was filled with toys and delivered to the John Theissen Children’s Foundation and NYU Langone Hospital. Ra said he hopes to spread joy to children in need during the holiday season.

“This toy drive is a shining example of the kindness and generosity that makes our community so special,” said Ra. “Seeing students, teachers, families and local organizations come together to bring smiles to children’s faces is heartwarming. Thanks to their incredible support, we were able to make this holiday season a little brighter for so many kids.”

School districts that played a vital role in this year’s drive were Franklin Square, Garden City, Mineola, New Hyde Park and Carle Place. Additionally, toy collection bins were set up at several local libraries, including Franklin Square, Williston Park, Shelter Rock and Hillside Public Library, ensuring residents across the district had convenient opportunities to contribute.

“I want to thank everyone who donated a toy, the schools and libraries that served as collection points and all the volunteers who helped make this effort such a success. Filling a 20-foot U-Haul this year is a remarkable achievement!” Ra concluded.

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SUPREME COURT COUNTY OF NASSAU Citibank N.A., Plaintiff AGAINST Kathleen Brancaleone, et al., Defendant(s) Pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale duly entered June 27, 2023, I, the undersigned Referee will sell at public auction at the North Side steps of the Nassau County Supreme Court, 100 Supreme Court Drive, Mineola, NY 11501 on January 28, 2025 at 2:00PM, premises known as 497 Tulip Avenue, Floral Park, NY 11001. All that certain plot piece or parcel of land, with the buildings and

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

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

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

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‘After-school’ activities benefit those of all ages

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

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

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

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

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Fossil fuels, offshore wind and the need for climate action

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our high school teams to victory.

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

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

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

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

The value of these activities extends

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

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

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

One obvious and necessary change is to limit the

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

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

JIM BROWN Conservation co-chair,

Harris To the Editor:

Re “Momalas for Kamala, a thread to unite us,” by Randi Kreiss (Aug. 8-14):

of this writing, Vice President Kamala Harris still has not met with the

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

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

setH I. kosLow

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

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

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

mask.

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

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

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

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

This is more than a hypothetical sce-

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

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

ToNy GIAMeTTA Oceanside

Thanks, Peter King, for reflections on Pete Rose

To the editor:

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

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

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

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

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

Not accepting Rose into the Hall of

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Joe

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Framework by Nicholas Fowler

What more fitting place to end the summer than at The End? — Montauk Lighthouse