the 1904 Freeport High School football team, with principal Roy Leon Smith, far left: Harold Cook, Robert Bliss, Howard osterhout, Louis H. Carris, Stephen Story, Robert Miller, Harold Williams, albin nygren, Milton Raynor, Raymond Barker, owen Humphrey, george Levy, edwin Crossfield and Raymond golden.
By MoHAMMAD RAFIQ mrafiq@liherald.com
For over a century, the Freeport High School football program has been more than just a sport; it has been a cornerstone of community identity, shaping generations of young athletes and leaving an indelible mark on the village’s history.
Next month, the Freeport Memorial Library will host an exhibition documenting 120 years of Freeport football, curated by Librarian Regina Feeney. The exhibit, which will be displayed in the gallery space between the library’s children’s and adults’ sections, will feature photographs and a wide
variety of other memorabilia.
As Feeney explains, the exhibit is “an art installation, an art exhibit” showcasing 120 years of photos alongside an online component filled with detailed records, game scores and team information.
The project, which has taken shape over the summer, was inspired by a similar endeavor by Steve Carroll, a retired Baldwin High School football coach. Carroll’s book on the history of Baldwin football, which spans 100 years, served as the catalyst for Feeney’s deep dive into Freeport’s football archives.
“I wanted to see how far back our teams went,” she said. “In fact, our teams went
By MoHAMMAD RAFIQ mrafiq@liherald.com
Deeper Life Deliverance Fellowship, a Freeport-based Christian ministry, is preparing to reach a significant milestone. On Sept. 14, the congregation of about 200, led by Overseer Regina Johnson, will gather on South Ocean Ave. to break ground on the first building that is all its own, a moment that has been many years in the making.
AThe new church, which Deeper Life is subtitling the City of Refuge, marks a pivotal moment in the ministry’s 26-year history. Johnson – who first began her ministerial career in 1982 –founded the church in 1998.
spiritual needs of its congregants, but also physical, mental and emotional ones.
The church was established in a rented building in Hempstead, where it remained until 2011. That year, the congregation moved to Freeport, where it began sharing space with the First Presbyterian Church. Deeper Life held services there for 13 years, becoming a vital part of the Freeport community.
ll I can say is that God has been there every step of the way
REGINA JoHNSoN Overseer, Deeper
Life Deliverance Fellowship
Johnson served under the Rev. Joseph J. Howe at Faith Baptist Church, and later became assistant pastor at St. John’s Baptist Church in Westbury. But 1998, she answered a divine calling, she said, to establish her own ministry, one that would addressing not only
“We were in, or have been in Freeport, actually, for about 13 years,” Johnson said. “… Now we’re worshiping, holding our services in Westbury until our sanctuary is completed.”
Despite its challenges, Deeper Life’s mission has never changed. “We’ve always had the desire to meet the needs of people who desired to be able to study and to learn about God, and to build their spiritual relationship with God,” Johnson said. “We’ve always had the desire, and God gave us the
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Join the fun at the second annual Puppy Pool Party at the Freeport Recreation Center’s outdoor kiddie pool on Saturday, Sept. 7, 2024, located at 130 E. Merrick Road.
Hosted by Mayor Robert T. Kennedy and the Freeport Recreation Center, this event features two sessions: noon to 1 p.m. for dogs under 40 pounds, and 1:30 to 2:30 p.m. for dogs weighing between 40 and 80 pounds.
Admission is $10, with all proceeds benefiting Ruff House Rescue in West Islip.
The rescue agency will also be present with adoptable pets.
Owners are welcome to join their furry friends in the pool.
“The Puppy Pool Party is just a great event and a lot of fun for the dogs and their owners,” says Mayor Robert T. Kennedy, who has a golden retriever.
“We had nearly three dozen dogs last year. The Kiddie Pool area is a great place to have it because there’s also a large grassy area, as well.
We’re also having an adoption event with West Islip’s Ruff House Rescue here in the parking lot.
Like our two new dog parks at Cow Meadow Park, the pool party at the Rec Center tells everyone that the Village of Freeport loves its four-legged residents as well.”
To attend, please register by calling 516-377-2314.
–Mohammad Rafiq
back pretty far, probably pre-1904, but 1904 seems to be the date that a team was organized.”
The exhibit captures the evolution of the sport in Freeport within the broader context of historical events such as the world wars and the coronavirus pandemic.
In 1900 — six years before the forward pass was legalized — local high school students, likely organizing their own games, played and won their first documented contest, against Rockville Centre, 11-0. It wasn’t until 1904, however, that football began to take on a more structured, school-sanctioned form, with the first official team picture appearing that year. Principal Roy Leon Smith’s presence in that photo suggests that the sport had gained formal recognition by the school district.
Carroll is no stranger to the challenges of documenting a century of high school football. His book, “100 Years of Baldwin Football,” was a labor of love, he said, born of a lifelong connection to the sport. “The project started because when I was a kid, I would sit at the dinner table with my family and we would talk about Baldwin football,” Carroll recalled. His uncles played for Baldwin High in the late 1930s, and his father a decade later.
Over 35 years as Baldwin’s head coach, Carroll amassed a collection of photos and stories that eventually became the foundation of his book. “It took me about four years to finish,” he said. The 244-page work not only chronicles the history of Baldwin football, but also serves as a visual archive of the community’s sports legacy.
Feeney’s exhibit offers a unique twist with an online component, allowing those who visit libguides.freeportlibrary.info/FHSFootball to delve deeper into the team’s history, explore old newspaper articles and even
track the changes in uniforms and equipment over the years. The exhibit, she said, aims to capture not just athletic achievements, but also the cultural and technological evolution that has shaped the sport over the decades.
One of the most significant figures in Freeport’s football history is Russ Cellan, who guided the high school team for 38 years before retiring as head coach after the 2023 season. Cellan’s tenure was marked by both challenges and triumphs. “When I took over, we were on a 14-game losing streak,” he recalled. “We were just trying to get our heads above water, and it was a struggle.”
Through perseverance and a commitment to his players, Cellan helped turn the program around, eventually establishing Freeport’s reputation as a football powerhouse. “We were fortunate enough to have some
In the fall of 1990, some thirty-four years ago, your writer first heard of the proposition that if you set up a living trust your estate doesn’t have to go to court to settle – the socalled probate court proceeding for wills. Having spent the previous eleven years as a litigation attorney, and having faced numerous problems probating wills, this sounded too good to be true.
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really good players and some really good assistant coaches,” he said, crediting the collective effort that brought the team success. Under Cellan’s leadership, the football program captured 9 county titles and won 7 Long Island Championships.
But Cellan is quick to point out that he is most proud not of the trophies, but of the lifelong lessons he hopes he instilled in his players. “We’re most proud of the kids,” he said. “The goal is to teach them things that they can take past football, because football’s going to end.”
For Feeney, the library project isn’t just about preserving the past, but is also about inspiring future generations to appreciate the roots of Freeport football as the program’s 120th anniversary approaches, and serving as a testament to the enduring spirit of the sport and its profound impact on the community.
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vision of Deeper Life.”
Over the years, the congregation has been deeply involved in community outreach, operated a food pantry and offering clothing to residents in need. “We have a tremendous outreach ministry, which we’ve been operating in Freeport ever since we moved there,” Johnson said.
In addition, the church has hosted numerous back-to-school giveaways, providing students with school supplies, as well as annual winter clothing drives. Even during the pandemic, when many organizations struggled to maintain their operations, Deeper Life continued its mission, adapting to new challenges and finding ways to serve those in need.
Erecting an independent church building has long been a dream for Johnson and her congregation. In 2015, they took a significant step toward realizing it when they purchasing the property at 212 S. Ocean Ave., previously home to the Hi-Hello Child Care Center. The church continued to operate the day care facility until 2020, when Deeper Life decided to close it.
“God impressed upon us that it was time to be released from the day care and focus on building our sanctuary,” Johnson recalled.
Since 2019, the church has been working diligently to bring that vision to life. The process of acquiring permits,
securing financing and navigating the complexities of construction during a global pandemic was challenging. “It has taken us from then until now to complete the process, and of course, being able to actually start building,” Johnson said.
Construction is expected to take 12 to 18 months. The project, estimated to cost around $1.2 million, is being funded
by a combination of a financial institution’s loan and generous donations from members of the congregation.
“Expenses can be great — you know, everything, of course, since the pandemic has shot sky high,” Johnson said.
“But I thank God for the members of Deeper Life, who have been faithful. We’re not a large congregation … but they’ve been faithful, they’ve worked,
they’ve given of (their) resources”
As the groundbreaking approaches, the mood in the congregation is one of excitement and anticipation. “It’s been a long time coming,” she said, “but I do believe that each step of it (is) the plan of God. It has been a blessing. All I can say is that God has been there every step of the way.”
Freeport Public Schools recently welcomed Ms. Fia Davis, the new Superintendent of Schools, along with nearly 30 new educators during an orientation event held on August 19 and 20 at Caroline G. Atkinson Intermediate School.
WThe orientation kicked off on August 19 with an address by Assistant Superintendent for Personnel and Special Projects, Mr. Benjamin Roberts, who greeted the new teachers and extended best wishes for the upcoming school year.
hat we do is the work of hearts and minds and we have to love our students to teach them.
Ms. Fia Davis Superintendent, Freeport Public Schools
Board of Education President, Ms. Sunday F. Coward, also spoke to the new educators, sharing her personal connection to the district. “As you start your time here at Freeport, know that I was the student coming in and looking forward to meeting my new teacher. As a proud alumnus of Freeport Public Schools, I can tell you how impactful your work is. Let your students know that they are special and precious, because what you impart on them stays with them.”
The following day, Ms. Davis made her enthusiastic entrance to the orientation, warmly greeting the new staff before addressing them. “I’m so excited as this is our first official gathering for me, and so I get to be with you, the first-year
teachers, first,” she said.
In her speech, Ms. Davis emphasized the importance of the teaching profession. “As teachers, what we do is the work of hearts and minds, and we have to love our students to teach them,” she stated. “No matter what they look like, no matter how they act, even on their worst day. It doesn’t mean we don’t teach them right from wrong or what’s better and more important, but we must love them to teach them.”
After her address, Ms. Davis took the time to speak individually with the new teachers before they participated in sessions on district policies, professional development, and curriculum workshops in preparation for the new school year.
The district extends a warm welcome to Ms. Davis and the new educators joining the Freeport Schools community.
–Mohammad Rafiq
Bayview Avenue
School Principal Ms. Kelly Fairclough (right) and Assistant
Principal Ms. Stephanie
their new teachers
new teacher orientation on Aug. 19.
Michael DeGennaro, an Instructional Technology Coach from Freeport Union Free School District, has been recognized by Nassau BOCES and the Nassau Association of School Technologists for his outstanding contributions to advancing technology in education.
DeGennaro was named a Nassau Association of School Technologists Award Recipient at the sixth annual ceremony this past June.
With over two decades of service in Freeport Public Schools, DeGennaro has played several key roles, including classroom teacher, lead teacher, supervisor, and instructional technology coach.
He has been pivotal in integrating technology into classrooms and has supported parents, teachers, administrators, and students through this transition.
Known for his dedication and light-hearted approach, DeGennaro consistently goes above and beyond to ensure the success of district initiatives.
“I am deeply honored to receive the NASTAR award. I truly love infusing learning with technology to enhance engagement and enrich the classroom experience,” said DeGennaro when asked for comment. “I am fortunate to work in a district that not only supports my ideas but also encourages my growth and cultivates an environment where we can achieve greatness together. This recognition is a testament to our collective commitment to transforming education through innovation.”
The NASTAR awards, established by Nassau BOCES NASTECH Service, honor educators who demonstrate innovation, leadership, and support for technology initiatives in their districts.
Recipients are selected based on these criteria by their respective districts. This year’s winners were cel-
Michael DeGennaro, Instructional Technology Coach for the Freeport UFSD, in grey suit, is congratulated on being named a NASTECH NASTAR by district colleagues Mary LaMotta, left, Mike Fink and Anthony Murray.
ebrated in a ceremony led by Nassau BOCES NASTECH, Data Privacy and Security Service Supervisor Laura Pollak, and Program Specialist Barbara Deal. Nassau BOCES, a crucial regional resource, provides a wide range of programs for learners of all ages, including alternative, artistic, special education, and virtual environments.
It also offers adult education programs and supports the infrastructure of many school districts across Long Island. To learn more, visit www.nassauboces.org.
–Mohammad Rafiq
By ROKSANA AMID
ramid@liherald.com
First responders are the backbone of public safety across Nassau County, the first line of defense in emergencies. Whether it’s battling fires, responding to medical crises or managing disasters, these dedicated professionals — firefighters, police officers, paramedics and EMTs — rush into danger to protect and save lives.
In a heartfelt ceremony at the Nassau County Police Department’s David S. Mack Center for Intelligence on Aug. 22, U.S. Rep. Anthony D’Esposito recognized the courage and dedication of more than 40 first responders from around the county. They were nominated by their municipalities in the 4th Congressional District for acts of heroism and exemplary service.
D’Esposito, who served as a detective in the New York City Police Department for over a decade and as chief of the Island Park Fire Department, emphasized the critical role first responders play, not just in times of crisis, but in the daily safety and security of county residents.
“We are gathered here this evening really for something that we should be doing every single day,” he said. “It’s unfortunate in the world that we live in that all too often, it seems that war is being waged on first responders. Those of us in law enforcement have seen that the handcuffs that we’re supposed to use on others have suddenly been used on us, hindering us from doing the great work and conducting the great investigations that we do.”
During the ceremony, D’Esposito also announced a major achievement for the Nassau County Police Department: a $3 million federal grant that he secured to build a state-of-the-art
training center. This new facility, set to be constructed behind the existing Center for Intelligence, will feature simulated environments such as a bank, a restaurant, a school, a store, and houses of worship. These realistic settings will provide invaluable training opportunities for police officers as well as federal agents and other law enforcement partners.
Among the honorees was Lt. Petros Mesthenas, a 36-year veteran of the Freeport Fire Department. Mesthenas was recognized for his heroic actions during a devastating fivealarm fire on April 1, 2023, when he navigated a smoke-filled, explosiondamaged garage to rescue two trapped firefighters. His bravery also earned him the prestigious title of New York state’s Firefighter of the Year earlier this month.
“I’m a product of the tradition and the experience that has been passed down to me by the senior men of Church Street,” Mesthenas said. “It was very nice to receive the recognition, but there’s tons of other people out there that deserve it also every day.”
Another honoree was Ex-Chief Richard Sullivan of the Valley Stream Fire Department, for his more than six decades of service to the community. At age 83, Sullivan continues to serve in the department, and remains an active member of the Benevolent Association. He has worked with the village since 1960, and celebrated his 65th year in the department and the association this year.
County Executive Bruce Blakeman, who was also in attendance, lauded the first responders for their unwavering commitment to the community. “Without first responders, the residents of Nassau would be less happy and less safe,” Blakeman said.
Cedarhurst Auxiliary Police Department
Auxiliary Police Officer Adam Kwitkin
East Meadow Fire Department
Ex-Chief Arthur Sperr
Ex-Chief Eric Becker
Ex-Chief James Aspenleiter Sr.
Capt. James Aspenleiter Jr.
East Rockaway Fire Department
Ex-Chief Ronnie Roeill
Freeport Fire Department
Lt. Petros Mesthenas
Freeport Police Department
Detective Shawn Randall
Garden City Fire Department
Ex-Chief Leonard Rivera
Garden City Police Department
Detective Steve Roumeliotis
Officer James Gunnels
Officer Thomas Schade
Detective Paul Hennesy
Lieutenant Matthew Walsh
Officer Michael Titteron
Comms. Operator Dana Gasparec
Detective Lt. William Grimes
Officer Christopher Caiazza
Officer Nicholas Pumilia
Detective Kevin Madden
Officer Tiffany D’Alessandro
Detective Lawrence Petraglia
Long Beach Police Department
Officer Kevin Rice
Island Park Fire Department
Ex-Captain Ricky Holodar
Lawrence-Cedarhurst Fire Department
Chief Michael Belinson
Chief Meyer Adler
Lynbrook Fire Department
Corresponding Secretary Robert Scott
Lynbrook Police Department
Officer Jean Claude James
Malverne Fire Department
Ex-Chief Scott Edwards
Nassau County Police Department
Officer Quinn Knauer
Officer Dylan Judd
Officer Richard Czeczotka
Officer Nicholas Accardi
Officer Evan T. O’Brien
Officer Christopher Black
North Merrick Fire Department
1st Assistant Chief Daniel Fasano
Lido & Point Lookout Fire District
Assistant Chief Dr. David Neubert
Rockville Centre Fire Department
Chief Scott Mohr
Ex-Chief Michael Lapkowski
Lt. John Grandazza
Lt. Johnny Cook
Stewart Manor Fire Department
Honorary Chief Carl Barone
Uniondale Fire Department
Ex-Chief Jessica Ellerbe
Valley Stream Fire Department
Ex-Chief Richard Sullivan
Wantagh Fire Department
Capt. Stephen Lincke
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Nassau County residents — and Long Islanders from all over — didn’t have to travel far to listen to the music of Taylor Swift. The pop and musical icon has been trekking around the world for over a year on her Eras Tour, but in Eisenhower Park last week, fans got to experience her stardom from the cover group, Let’s Sing Taylor.
Let’s Sing Taylor is a live band experience that serves as a tribute to Swift’s music. The group delivers lively and faithful covers of Swift’s extensive catalog, providing fans — known as Swifties — with an immersive and communal experience celebrating her work. The group has been performing at various venues across the country, bringing
the magic of Swift’s songs to life with energetic performances that resonate with her audience.
The event was part of Nassau County’s summer concert series at the Harry Chapin Lakeside Theatre. Fans were decked in head-to-toe in outfits that reflected all of Swift’s “eras” — meaning her different albums and musical styles throughout the years.
Whether fans were there to listen to her classic country hits, or dance along to her pop repertoire, there was something for everyone to enjoy. For more on the cover group, and to catch their next show close to him, visit LetsSingTaylor.com.
–Jordan Vallone
Grilled Watermelon, Feta and Balsamic Crackers
Chicken and Pineapple Skewers
By Karen Bloom
Fire up that grill to savor summer’s waning days over Labor Day weekend. When it comes to entertaining outdoors, easy yet flavorful dishes that spotlight the season’s bountiful harvest can keep prep time to a minimum. Plus, they’re sure to please guests’ palates.
Of course, appetizers while you wait for the grill to heat are practically a requirement, after all. Instead of the typical rich, creamy dips, try a lighter approach, like some cracker canapes. That set the stage for what’s to come.
Grilled Watermelon, Feta and Balsamic Crackers
• 4 watermelon wedges (1/2-inch thick slices, 4 inches wide at base)
• 16 multi-grain crackers of your choice
• 1/4 cup finely crumbled feta cheese
• 1/4 cup prepared balsamic reduction
• 2 tablespoons finely chopped fresh mint
• Kalamata olives, optional
Heat grill to medium-high; grease grate well. Grill watermelon wedges, turning once, 3-5 minutes, or until grill-marked on both sides. Cut each watermelon wedge into four smaller wedges. Top each cracker with watermelon wedge and sprinkle with feta. Drizzle with balsamic reduction. Garnish with fresh mint.
Tip: Add finely chopped Kalamata olives for a tangy twist.
Chicken and Pineapple Skewers
• 8 skewers
• 1 pineapple
• 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1 teaspoon ground black pepper
• 1 3/4 boneless skinless chicken breasts, diced into 1-inch pieces
Soak wooden skewers for 15 minutes prior to grilling.
Heat grill to medium-high heat.
Remove rind from pineapple and dice into 1-inch pieces.
In small bowl, combine oil, salt and pepper. Add chicken and pineapple; toss to coat.
Alternating chicken and pineapple, pierce onto skewers.
Grill skewers 8 minutes each side, or until chicken is cooked thoroughly. Serve with lemon-cucumber salsa; makes 4 servings.
Asian Style Ribs
Lemon-Cucumber Salsa
• 1 lemon, supremed
• 1 cucumber, diced
• 1/2 red onion, diced
• 1 tablespoon wildflower honey
• 1 teaspoon ground black pepper
In medium bowl, combine lemon, cucumber, onion, honey and pepper.
Tip: Supreme citrus fruit by cutting off top and bottom of fruit then cut away peel and pith, leaving no white on outside of fruit. Slice each segment into wedges by cutting toward center of fruit along membrane.
Asian Style Ribs
• 1/2 cup kosher salt
• 1/3 cup light brown sugar
• 1 tablespoon ground cinnamon
• 1 1/2 teaspoons ground anise or fennel seed
• 1 teaspoon black pepper
• 1/2 teaspoon ground cloves
• 2 racks St. Louis-Style spareribs, membrane removed
• 1 handful hickory or apple wood chips for smoking, soaked in water and drained (optional)
• 2 cups hoisin barbecue sauce
About 30 minutes before grilling, make the dry rub. Combine the first six ingredients in small bowl; mix well. Generously coat both sides of ribs with rub. Set aside at room temperature for 30 minutes.
Heat charcoal or gas grill for indirect cooking at 275 F.
Add drained wood chips, if using.
Place the ribs, meaty side up, over a drip pan and cook for 2 hours. Add about 12 coals to a charcoal grill every 45 minutes or so to maintain the heat.
Remove ribs from grill. Double-wrap each rack in heavy-duty aluminum foil. Return wrapped ribs to the grill and cook for 2 hours more over indirect heat, until very tender.
Remove ribs from grill and unwrap. Place ribs over direct heat on grill and brush with hoisin barbecue sauce. Cook for about 5 minutes until the sauce is set.
Turn ribs and repeat with more sauce. Serve ribs with remaining hoisin barbecue sauce.
Guitarist Dweezil Zappa brings the aptly named “Rox-Postrophy” Tour to the Paramount stage. Zappa is celebrating two of his father Frank Zappa’s landmark albums, “Roxy & Elsewhere” and “Apostrophe.” The tour commemorates the 50th Anniversary of both albums and Zappa has curated a setlist highlighting fan-favorite tracks from each record, replete with unique hybrid arrangements. Known for his masterful performances and deep connection to his father’s music, he returns to concert stages for the first time since the 2020 Hot Ratz Live! Tour, continuing to guide fans through the thrilling and sophisticated world of his father’s music. His music effortlessly traverses genres, seamlessly weaving together elements of rock, fusion, and experimental sounds, all while maintaining a signature style that is unmistakably his own. In addition to his solo work
Friday, Aug. 30, 8 p.m. $89, $79.50, $69.50, $59.50, $49. 50, $39.50. The Paramount, 370 New York Ave., Huntington. Tickets available at Ticketmaster.com or ParamountNY. com.
Grammy and CMA Awardwinner, Brandy Clark is one of her generation’s most esteemed songwriters and musicians. A perennial critics’ favorite, Brandy Clark is “universally revered” among fellow country songwriters, having penned hits for Kacey Musgraves, Band Perry, Darius Rucker, and Miranda Lambert (Los Angeles Times). But Nashville’s soughtafter tunesmith is coming into the spotlight after a whirlwind period that included her Broadway debut as co-composer/lyricist of the Tony Award-winning musical “Shucked,” the release of her latest self-titled album (produced by close friend and collaborator, Brandi Carlile), and winning the Grammy Award for Best Americana Performance for her haunting hit ballad, “Dear Insecurity.”
Wednesday, Sept. 4, 8 p.m. Tickets start at $35. Tilles Center for the Performing Arts, LIU Post campus, 720 Northern Boulevard, Brookville. Tickets available at TillesCenter.org or (516) 299-3100.
The Jackie Mason Musical Laughs abound when this entertaining show arrives on the Landmark stage, Friday, Sept. 7, 8 p.m., and Saturday, Sept. 8, 3 p.m. It’s based on the playwright’s 10-year whirlwind romance with comedy legend Jackie Mason, featuring a hilarious cast of characters, including lovechild comic Sheba Mason. Since the passing of the eight-time comic in late 2021, the ending has been written. The Jackie Mason Musical begins at a deli in Miami Beach in 1977, where Jackie — then a 46-year-old comedian — spots college girl Ginger (played by Jackie and the playwright’s real life daughter Sheba Mason in the OffBroadway production).
Along for the ride is her overbearing mom and five off-beat characters. Soon Jackie is wooing Ginger each winter whenever he’s in South Florida churning up laughs with the South Beach set. The trouble is, Jackie is also wooing Trixie, a ravishing young Latina server, and Rosa, a senior server with attitude. Jackie is a “player,” albeit a Delicatessen player, manipulating dates, and times, all managed by a sidekick named Wooley the Shlepalong who is constantly on the go with excuses and fallback plans for the comic’s escapades — sometimes juggling as many as four women a day — a fact that sends Ginger into romantic distress. It’s a tour de force highlighting Mason’s romantic misadventures as Broadway stardom emerges and Sheba is born. Jeanne Rimsky Theater at Landmark on Main Street, 232 Main St., Port Washington. Visit LandmarkOnMainStreet.org for tickets and information, or call (516) 767-6444.
Fall arrives soon and Long Island Children’s Museum is ready to welcome the season, Thursday, Sept. 5, 2:30-4 p.m. Drop by the Inner Lobby craft table with the kids to take part in a themed craft using various materials. September is the month most apples are at their peak for harvesting, so make an apple tree craft to bring home. Long Island Children’s Museum, Museum Row, Garden City. (516) 224-5800 or LICM. org.
Grab your lunch and join Nassau County Museum of Art Docent Riva Ettus for her popular “Brown Bag Lecture” at the museum, Thursday, Sept. 5, 1 p.m. She’ll discuss the current exhibition, “Seeing Red: Renoir to Warhol.” Participants are invited to ask questions at the end of the in-depth program and also participate in a guided exhibition tour following the lecture. No registration required, but limited seating. Nassau County Museum of Art, 1 Museum Dr., Roslyn Harbor. (516) 484-9337 or NassauMuseum.org.
Rock on at Point Lookout for a rousing Labor Day weekend celebration, at Town Park Point Lookout, with Mike DelGuidice, Saturday, Aug. 31, 8 p.m. The free concert, hosted by the Town of Hempstead, concludes with a fireworks show.
DelGuidice, known for his appearances with Billy Joel, captivates audiences all over with his renditions of the Joel hits, along with his own tunes. 1300 Lido Blvd. in Point Lookout.. Visit toh.li for more.
Don’t miss the Soul Jam Revue as they bring the funk to the Nautical Mile, Monday, Sept. 2, from 6-10 p.m. at Waterview. To RSVP email TheSoulJamRevue@gmail.com. 395 Woodcleft Ave.
All village offices and schools will be closed in observance of Labor Day.
Freeport Memorial Library recognizes 120 years of Freeport High School football beginning Tuesday, Sept. 3. The first documented school-sanctioned football team was organized in 1904. In celebration of this milestone, the exhibit feature photographs and memorabilia from Freeport Memorial Library and Freeport Historical Society archives. The exhibit is free and open to the public. For more information, visit FreeportLibrary.info or call Cindy Soto at (516) 379-3274. 144 West Merrick Road.
The next meeting of the Village of Freeport Board of Trustees takes place on Monday, Sept. 9, at 5:30 p.m., at Village Hall. 46 N. Ocean Ave.
With the summer coming to a close, it means its time for kids and teachers to return to the classroom. School is officially back in session starting Tuesday, Sept. 3.
Bring the kids to Old Westbury Gardens for another storybook adventure, Saturday, Sept. 7, 10:30-11:30 a.m. Stroll the gardens and listen to Jen Arena’s “Acorn Was A Little Wild!” Later create a unique take home craft. The stroll starts at the Beech Tree (next to Westbury House), ending at the Thatched Cottage. For ages 3-5. Old Westbury Gardens, 71 Old Westbury Rd., Old Westbury. For information visit OldWestburyGardens.org or contact (516) 333-0048.
Participate in the annual Freeport Run, Saturday, Sept. 7, beginning at Tanner Park, around 11 a.m. Start is at noon and will head towards Catcher’s Fish House on the Nautical Mile. First come first serve at the docks. Please respect all waterways and five mph zones. Rain date is scheduled for Sunday, Sept. 8.
Get your lawn chairs and blankets out for a free outdoor summer concert featuring Acoustic Vibes, Thursday, Aug. 29, 7-8:30 p.m., on the Nautical Mile. Enjoy this musical performance by local artists and celebrate the arts by bringing people together. 379 Woodcleft Ave.
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Nassau County Museum of Art ‘s latest exhibition
“Seeing Red: Renoir to Warhol,” reveals the many meanings, connotations, and associations of this powerful color in art. Evoking strong emotion, red can represent the human condition. Its myriad variations have come to signify authority as well as love, energy and beauty. Red warns us of peril and commands us to stop, but it can also indicate purity and good fortune. Red boldly represents political movements and religious identities. From the advent of our appreciation for this color in antiquity to its continued prominence in artistic and popular culture, this exhibition will span 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.
In support of Breast Cancer Awareness Month, the Art League of Long Island presents “Retrospect - The Individual Art of Collaboration in Reconstructive Surgery.” The exhibit delves into the interplay between personal artistry and collaborative efforts in the context of breast reconstruction, showcasing how the healing process can transcend medicine to become an inspiring narrative of restoration and personal resilience. This unique exhibition explores the intersection of medicine and art through the lens of two accomplished breast reconstruction surgeons, Dr. Ron Israeli and Dr. Jonathan Bank, whose careers and artistic endeavors are deeply intertwined.
The works on display show the multifaceted nature of artistic expression in medicine and surgery. Their work emphasizes the importance of collaborative creativity in the healing process, offering viewers a unique perspective on the emotional and physical aspects of breast reconstruction. On view Sept. 28 through Oct. 18. Jeanie Tengelsen Gallery at Art League of Long Island, 107 East Deer Park Road, Dix Hills. Visit artleagueli.org for more information.
Avoidance is often the easiest way to resolve an uncomfortable situation. You’re nervous about flying, don’t do it. You’re uncomfortable asking your boss for a raise, put it off. You get flustered doing a difficult task, why bother? Avoidance is the easy way out. But only until the day comes when you pay the price.
Sometimes the price is something specific. Everyone in your family is looking forward to your cousin’s wedding in San Diego — except you. You’ve been so uptight, jittery, and nervous, because of your fear of flying. So, you either miss the wedding or you go but suffer so much anxiety before, during and even after, that you’re not sure it was worth it. You’re aware that other family members are experiencing the wedding as a joyous occasion while you’re praying that you’ll just get through the day.
Sometimes the price is realizing how much you have changed — for the worse. You’ve been so uncomfortable asking your boss for a raise that you never asked. Great; you’ve avoided the discomfort. Until you notice you’re often feeling resentful. Resentful of your boss: why can’t he give me what I deserve? Resentful of your job: I work so hard; I should be better compensated. Resentful and envious of your friends: How come they can afford to go on this trip, and I can’t. Sometimes the price is a growing awareness (and embarrassment) that you’ve fallen behind the times. If you said you didn’t know the first thing about computers 20 years ago, you would have had a lot of company. But now? Now, people look at you like, why not? Preschoolers are computer literate. And if you thought, so what, I’ll stand my ground; tech stuff is just not my
thing. Fine. Until you buy a new phone and don’t know how to use it. Or a new TV and can’t turn it on. Or miss out on family news because everyone’s communicating via text or social media. At any specific time, avoidance may be an OK strategy. Sometimes those butterflies in your stomach are telling you something you should listen to. Perhaps your timing is wrong. Or your approach is off base. Or you need more time to figure out how to get the ball rolling. Fine. But it’s not fine, indeed it’s far from fine, if avoidance becomes your primary strategy for handling life’s difficulties. Sidestepping issues, dodging the truth, and finding excuses for not doing what you should be doing may relieve your discomfort for the moment, but remember – you will pay a price.
You may wake up many mornings to discover that your world has become small and pedestrian. You may wake up many mornings with a chronic feeling of emptiness. Avoidance has created a void — in you. Avoidance is the easy way out, only for the short term. For the long term, you need to confront what makes you feel uncomfortable, meet head-on what makes you feel ill at ease, and embrace what makes you feel nervous. That’s how we learn. That’s how we grow our selfmuscle.
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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.
Nassau County Legislator Seth I. Koslow expressed his gratitude to the Freeport, Merrick, and North Merrick Public Libraries and their patrons for their generous support of his office’s inaugural back-to-school supply drive. The drive, which concluded on August 20, resulted in the donation of over 50 backpacks filled with supplies, along with additional school necessities. These contributions were distributed at backto-school events hosted by the Freeport High School PTSA, TRIMZ Barber Shop, Perfecting Faith Church, and the Freeport Lions Club.
“When you are struggling to make ends meet, back-to-school season can place tremendous strain upon a household’s budget. However, thanks to the generosity of Fifth District residents, this burden will be eased for dozens of deserving families in our community,” Legislator Koslow said. “We are all so thankful to our partners at the Freeport, Merrick and North Merrick Libraries and all of their patrons who stepped up to help ensure every young person starts the new school year with the tools they need to excel.”
–Mohammad
Rafiq
LEGAL NOTICE
NOTICE OF SALE
SUPREME COURT COUNTY OF NASSAU
JPMORGAN CHASE
BANK, N.A., Plaintiff
AGAINST DIANA J.
BARNES A/K/A DIANA CARTER A/K/A DIANA CARTER; FARAJI BODDIE; Defendant(s) Pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale duly entered February 7, 2017, 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, ‘Rain or Shine’ on September 5, 2024 at 2:30PM, premises known as 39 Lessing Place, Freeport, NY 11520. All that certain plot piece or parcel of land, with the buildings and improvements erected, situate, lying and being in the Incorporated Village of Freeport, Town of Hempstead, County of Nassau and State of New York, Section: 55 Block: 377 Lots: 1267, 1268 and 1269. Approximate amount of judgment $331,470.41 plus interest and costs. Premises will be sold subject to provisions of filed Judgment Index #011584/2007. 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. Janine T. Lynam, Esq., Referee Fein, Such & Crane, LLP 28 East Main Street Rochester, NY 14614 NSRNC625 81287 148296
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SUPREME COURT OF THE STATE OF NEW YORK COUNTY OF NASSAU OCWEN LOAN SERVICING, LLC, -againstRALPH MAISONNEUVE, ET AL.
NOTICE OF SALE NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN pursuant to a Final Judgment of Foreclosure entered in the Office of the Clerk of the County of Nassau on December 24, 2018, wherein OCWEN LOAN SERVICING, LLC is the Plaintiff and RALPH MAISONNEUVE, ET AL. are the Defendant(s). I, the undersigned Referee will sell at public auction RAIN OR SHINE at the NASSAU COUNTY SUPREME COURT, NORTH
SIDE STEPS, 100 SUPREME COURT DRIVE, MINEOLA, NY 11501, on September 17, 2024 at 2:00PM, premises known as 182 EVANS AVENUE, FREEPORT, NY 11520; and the following tax map identification: 55-101-39.
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 FREEPORT, TOWN OF HEMPSTEAD, COUNTY OF NASSAU, STATE OF NEW YORK
Premises will be sold subject to provisions of filed Judgment Index No.: 010553/2014. Irene V. Villacci, Esq. - Referee. Robertson, Anschutz, Schneid, Crane & Partners, PLLC 900 Merchants Concourse, Suite 310, Westbury, New York 11590, Attorneys for Plaintiff. All foreclosure sales will be conducted in accordance with Covid-19 guidelines including, but not limited to, social distancing and mask wearing. *LOCATION OF SALE SUBJECT TO CHANGE DAY OF IN ACCORDANCE WITH COURT/CLERK DIRECTIVES. 148456
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LEGAL NOTICE
SUPREME COURT OF THE STATE OF NEW YORK COUNTY OF NASSAU
CITIGROUP MORTGAGE
LOAN TRUST INC., ASSETBACKED PASS-THROUGH CERTIFICATES, SERIES
2007-AMC1, U.S. BANK NATIONAL ASSOCIATION, AS TRUSTEE, -againstFRANKI JOSEPH, ET AL. NOTICE OF SALE NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN pursuant to a Final Judgment of Foreclosure entered in the Office of the Clerk of the County of Nassau on February 2, 2024, wherein CITIGROUP MORTGAGE LOAN TRUST INC., ASSETBACKED PASS-THROUGH CERTIFICATES, SERIES 2007-AMC1, U.S. BANK NATIONAL ASSOCIATION, AS TRUSTEE is the Plaintiff and FRANKI JOSEPH, ET AL. are the Defendant(s). I, the undersigned Referee will sell at public auction RAIN OR SHINE at the NASSAU COUNTY SUPREME COURT, NORTH SIDE STEPS, 100 SUPREME COURT DRIVE, MINEOLA, NY 11501, on September 17, 2024 at 2:00PM, premises known as 100 WILSON PLACE, VILLAGE OF FREEPORT, NY 11520; and the following tax map identification: 54-59-1. ALL THAT CERTAIN PARCEL OF LAND SITUATE IN THE INCORPORATED VILLAGE OF FREEPORT, TOWN OF HEMPSTEAD, COUNTY OF NASSAU AND STATE OF NEW YORK
Premises will be sold subject to provisions of filed Judgment Index No.: 611202/2019. Brian J. Davis, Esq. - Referee. Robertson, Anschutz, Schneid, Crane & Partners, PLLC 900 Merchants Concourse, Suite 310, Westbury, New York 11590, Attorneys for Plaintiff. All foreclosure sales will be conducted in accordance with Covid-19 guidelines including, but not limited to, social distancing and mask wearing. *LOCATION OF SALE SUBJECT TO CHANGE DAY OF IN ACCORDANCE WITH COURT/CLERK DIRECTIVES. 148454
LEGAL NOTICE NOTICE OF SALE SUPREME COURT COUNTY OF NASSAU Specialized Loan Servicing LLC, Plaintiff AGAINST Nora Salvagni, Individually and as Administratrix of the Estate of Daniel Salvagni, Sr a/k/a Daniel H. Salvagni a/k/a Daniel Salvagni; et al., Defendant(s)
Pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale duly entered June 26, 2024, and Amended June 27, 2024, I, the undersigned Referee, will sell at public auction at the North Side Steps of the Nassau County Supreme Court at 100 Supreme Court Drive, Mineola, NY 11501 on September 17, 2024 at 2:00PM, premises known as 587 Miller Avenue, Freeport, NY 11520. All that certain plot piece or parcel of land, with the buildings and improvements erected, situate, lying and being in the Incorporated Village of Freeport, Town of Hemstead, County of Nassau, State of NY, Section 62 Block 179 Lots 3 & 444. Approximate amount of judgment $892,977.81 plus interest and costs. Premises will be sold subject to provisions of filed Judgment Index# 011471/2012. The auction will be conducted pursuant to the COVID-19 Policies Concerning Public Auctions of Foreclosed Property established by the 10th Judicial District. Foreclosure Auctions will be held “Rain or Shine.”
Brian Davis, Esq., Referee LOGS Legal Group LLP f/k/a Shapiro, DiCaro & Barak, LLC Attorney(s) for the Plaintiff 175 Mile Crossing Boulevard Rochester, New York 14624 (877) 430-4792
Dated: July 29, 2024 For sale information, please visit www.Auction.com or call (800) 280-2832 148458
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LEGAL NOTICE NOTICE OF SALE
SUPREME COURT: NASSAU COUNTY. LOAN FUNDER LLC, SERIES 5241, Pltf. vs LEGACY HOMES REALTY. LTD., et al, Defts. Index #611906/20. Pursuant to judgment of foreclosure and sale dated March 11, 2022, I will sell at public auction on the north side fronts steps of the Nassau County Supreme Court, 100 Supreme Court Drive, Mineola, NY on September 24, 2024 at 2:00 p.m., prem. k/a 32 Allers Blvd., Roosevelt, NY a/k/a Section 55, Block 330, Lots 233 & 234. Approx. amt. of judgment is $376,482.84 plus costs and interest. Sold subject to terms and conditions of filed judgment and terms of sale. BRIAN DAVIS, Referee. DEUTSCH & SCHNEIDER, LLP, Attys. for Pltf. 79-37 Myrtle Avenue, Glendale, NY. File No. LF-173- #101712 148516
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LEGAL NOTICE STATE OF NEW YORK SUPREME COURT: COUNTY OF NASSAU U.S. BANK NATIONAL ASSOCIATION, AS TRUSTEE, FOR RESIDENTIAL ASSET SECURITIES CORPORATION, HOME EQUITY MORTGAGE ASSET-BACKED PASSTHROUGH CERTIFICATES, SERIES 2006-EMX1, Plaintiff, v. JUAN APOLINARIO, ET AL, Defendants. NOTICE OF SALE IN FORECLOSURE PLEASE TAKE NOTICE THAT
In pursuance of a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the Office of the County Clerk of Nassau County on March 25, 2019, I, Jeffrey Fox, Esq., the Referee named in said Judgment, will sell in one parcel at public auction on September 26, 2024 at North Side Steps of the Nassau County Supreme Court, 100 Supreme Ct. Dr., Mineola, NY 11501, at 02:00 PM the premises described as follows: 209 Nassau Avenue Freeport, NY 11520 SBL No.: 62-164-382, 383, 384 & 385 ALL THAT TRACT OR PARCEL OF LAND situate in the Village of Freeport, Town of Hempstead, Count of Nassau, State of New York.
The premises are sold subject to the provisions of the filed judgment, Index No. 006348/2014 in the amount of $531,629.00 plus interest and costs. The aforementioned auction will be conducted in accordance with the Court System’s COVID-19 mitigation protocols and as such all persons must comply with social distancing, wearing masks and screening practices in effect at the time of this foreclosure sale.
Woods Oviatt Gilman LLP Attorneys for Plaintiff 500 Bausch & Lomb Place Rochester, NY 14604 Tel.: 855-227-5072 148549
LEGAL NOTICE NOTICE OF SALE SUPREME COURT COUNTY OF NASSAU U.S. BANK NATIONAL ASSOCIATION, AS TRUSTEE, FOR LEHMAN MORTGAGE TRUST MORTGAGE PASS THROUGH CERTIFICATES SERIES 2006-2, Plaintiff AGAINST LATCHMIN BANKS, ET AL., Defendant(s) Pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale duly entered February 25, 2019, I, the undersigned Referee will sell at public auction at the North Side steps of the Nassau County Supreme Court, 100 Supreme Court Drive, Mineola, NY 11501 on September 19, 2024 at 2:00PM, premises known as 957 Jerome Street, Baldwin Harbor, NY 11510. All that certain plot piece or parcel of land, with the buildings and improvements erected, situate, lying and being at Baldwin Harbor, Town of Hempstead, County of Nassau and State of New York, Section 54, Block 553, Lot 22. Approximate amount of judgment $516,562.22 plus interest and costs. Premises will be sold subject to provisions of filed Judgment Index #608105/2017. The aforementioned auction will be conducted in accordance with the NASSAU County COVID-19 mitigation protocols and as such all persons must comply with social distancing, wearing masks and screening practices in effect at the time of this foreclosure sale. If proper social distancing cannot be maintained or there are other health or safety concerns, then the court appointed referee will cancel the foreclosure auction. Foreclosure Auctions will be held “Rain or Shine”. Kathleen M. DiCola, Esq., Referee Gross Polowy, LLC 1775 Wehrle Drive Williamsville, NY 14221 17-003759 81936 148499
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LEGAL NOTICE STATE OF NEW YORK SUPREME COURT COUNTY OF NASSAU
MIDFIRST BANK, Plaintiff, -vs- Any unknown heirs to the Estate of CARRIE LEWIS A/K/A CARRIE LEWIS-BRYANT A/K/A CARRIE E. LEWISBRYANT, next of kin, devisees, legatees, distributees, grantees, assignees, creditors, lienors, trustees, executors, administrators or successors in interest, as well as the respective heirs at law, next of kin, devisees, legatees, distributees, grantees, assignees, lienors, trustees, executors, administrators or successors in interest of the aforesaid classes of persons, if they or any of them be dead, all of whom and whose names and places of residence are unknown to the plaintiff;; UNITED STATES OF AMERICA O/B/O INTERNAL REVENUE SERVICE; NEW YORK STATE DEPARTMENT OF TAXATION AND FINANCE; PEOPLE OF THE STATE OF NEW YORK; EDNA ROBINSON AS PROPOSED ADMINISTRATRIX TO THE ESTATE OF CARRIE LEWIS A/K/A CARRIE LEWISBRYANT A/K/A CARRIE E. LEWIS-BRYANT AND INDIVIDUALLY; TIMOTHY LEWIS; MARSHALL LEWIS; ALICIA CAYNE; MONIQUE CAYNE THOMPSON; JOSEPH THOMPSON; MAURICE CAYNE; STATE OF NEW YORK CIVIL RECOVERIES BUREAU; Defendants.
___________________ Filed: 9/13/2023 Index No.: 614806/2023 SUMMONS Mortgaged Premises: 28 Cumberland Avenue Roosevelt, (Town of Hempstead) NY 11575 TO THE ABOVE NAMED DEFENDANTS: YOU ARE HEREBY SUMMONED to answer the Complaint in the above entitled action and to serve a copy of your Answer on Plaintiff’s attorney within twenty (20) days after the service of this Summons, exclusive of the day of service, or within thirty (30) days after completion of service where service is made in any other manner than by personal delivery within the State. The United States of America, if designated as a Defendant in this action, may answer or appear within sixty (60) days of service hereof. In case of your failure to appear or answer, judgment will be taken against you by default for the relief demanded in the Complaint. NOTICE OF NATURE OF ACTION AND RELIEF SOUGHT THE OBJECT of the above captioned action is for the foreclosure of: Mortgage bearing the date of August 19, 1992, executed by Eddie Bryant and Carrie Lewis to Continental Capital Corp.
to secure the sum of $120,200.00, and interest, and recorded in the Office of the Clerk of Nassau County on December 21, 1992 in Book: 14555, Page: 743. That Continental Capital Corp. duly assigned said Note and Mortgage to Chemical Bank c/o Chemical Mortgage Company by Assignment dated August 19, 1992 and recorded on March 2, 1993 in the Office of the Clerk of Nassau County in Book: 14967, Page: 139. That Chemical Bank duly assigned said Note and Mortgage to Chemical Mortgage Company by Assignment dated September 1, 1992 and recorded on November 30, 1993 in the Office of the Clerk of Nassau County in Book: 15733, Page: 16. That Chase Manhattan Mortgage Corporation f/k/a Chemical Residential Mortgage Corporation f/k/a Manufacturers Hanover Servicing, Inc. duly assigned said Note and Mortgage to MidFirst Bank by Assignment dated September 1, 1998 and recorded on March 1, 1999 in the Office of the Clerk of Nassau County in Book: 19321, Page: 271. The relief sought in the within action is a final judgment directing the sale of the Mortgaged Premises described above to satisfy the debt secured by the Mortgage described above. Plaintiff designates Nassau County as the place of trial. The basis of venue is the County in which the Mortgaged Premises is situated. Section: 55 Block:307 Lot:1381 & 1382 SCHEDULE A DESCRIPTION OF MORTGAGED PREMISES ALL those certain lots, pieces or parcels of land, situate, lying and being at Roosevelt, Town of Hempstead, County of Nassau and State of New York, known and designated as and by lots 1361 and 1382 on a certain map entitled, “Map of Freeport Heights, comprising 1540 lots at Freeport, Town of Hempstead, Nassau County, New York, owned by Long Island Realty Co., New York City, surveyed February 1906 by Robert Kurz, Civil Engineer and Surveyor, Jamaica, New York”, and filed in the Office of the Clerk of the County of Nassau on February 23, 1906 as Map No. 51, New No. 374 and which said lots are more particularly bounded and described as follows: BEGINNING at a point on the Southerly side of Cumberland Avenue distant 329.50 feet Easterly from the corner formed by the intersection of the Southerly aide of Cumberland Avenue with the Easterly side of Babylon Turnpike (Hempstead Boulevard); RUNNING THENCE
Easterly and along the Southerly side of Cumberland Avenue 50 feet; THENCE Southerly and at right angles to Cumberland Avenue 100 feet; THENCE Westerly and parallel with Cumberland Avenue 50 feet; THENCE running Northerly and again at right angles to Cumberland Avenue 100 feet to the southerly side of Cumberland Avenue, the point or place of beginning. Premises: 28 Cumberland Avenue, Roosevelt, NY 11575 Tax Parcel ID No.: Section: 55 Block: 307 Lot: 1381, 1382
DATED:__________
Rochester, New York
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 your Mortgage company will not stop this foreclosure action. YOU MUST RESPOND BY SERVING A COPY OF THE ANSWER ON THE ATTORNEY FOR THE PLAINTIFF (MORTGAGE COMPANY) AND FILING THE ANSWER WITH THE COURT. 148484
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LEGAL NOTICE NOTICE TO BIDDERS PURCHASE OF PUMPS FOR THE WOODCLEFT AVENUE DRAINAGE PROJECT FOR THE INCORPORATED VILLAGE OF FREEPORT NASSAU COUNTY, NEW YORK
Notice is hereby given that the Purchasing Agent of the Incorporated Village of Freeport, New York will receive sealed proposals for “PURCHASE OF PUMPS FOR THE WOODCLEFT AVENUE DRAINAGE PROJECT” until 11:00 A.M. on Tuesday, September 17, 2024 in the Main Conference Room of the Municipal Building, 46 North Ocean Avenue, Freeport, New York, 11520, at which time and place they will be opened publicly and read aloud.
29, 2024
August
Specifications, proposal and proposed contracts may be obtained by visiting the Village website at www.freeportny.gov or obtained at the Office of the Purchasing Agent, Municipal Building, 1st Floor, 46 North Ocean Avenue, Freeport, New York, 11520, from 9:00
A.M. on Tuesday, September 3, 2024 until 4:30 P.M. Friday, September 13, 2024. There is no fee for a set of bid documents.
The project calls for the purchase of fifteen Demming 20HP chopper pumps and associated breakaway fittings. The Board reserves the right to reject any or all bid proposals received and subject to these reservations, shall award the contract to the lowest qualified and responsible bidder. Bids which, in the opinion of the Board, are unbalanced shall be rejected.
In submitting a bid, bidders agree not to withdraw their bid within forty five (45) days after the date for the opening thereof.
Purchasing Agent
Village of Freeport
VILLAGE OF FREEPORT
Issue Date -August 29, 2024 148707
LEGAL NOTICE
VILLAGE OF FREEPORT, NEW YORK
PLEASE TAKE NOTICE that on August 26, 2024, the Board of Trustees of the Village of Freeport, in the County of Nassau, New York, adopted a bond resolution entitled:
“Bond Resolution of the Village of Freeport, New York, adopted August 26, 2024, authorizing the construction of various electric system improvements, including upgrades to the power plants in the Village, stating the estimated maximum cost thereof is $9,500,000, appropriating said amount for such purpose, and authorizing the issuance of bonds in the principal amount of $9,500,000 to finance said appropriation,” an abstract of such bond resolution, concisely stating the purpose and effect thereof, being as follows:
FIRST: AUTHORIZING said Village to construct various electric system improvements, including upgrades to the power plants in the Village; STATING the estimated maximum cost thereof, including preliminary costs and costs incidental thereto and the financing thereof, is $9,500,000; APPROPRIATING said amount for such purpose; STATING the plan of financing includes the issuance of bonds or notes of the Village in the
principal amount of not to exceed $9,500,000 to finance said appropriation, and the levy of a tax upon all the taxable real property within the Village to pay the principal of said bonds and interest thereon;
SECOND: AUTHORIZING the issuance of not to exceed $9,500,000 bonds of the Village pursuant to the Local Finance Law of the State of New York (the “Law”) to finance said appropriation;
THIRD: DETERMINING and STATING the period of probable usefulness applicable to the purpose for which said bonds are authorized to be issued is thirty (30) years; the temporary use of available funds of the Village, not immediately required for the purpose or purposes for which the same were borrowed, raised or otherwise created, is hereby authorized pursuant to Section 165.10 of the Law, for the capital purposes described in this resolution and the proceeds of said bonds and any bond anticipation notes issued in anticipation thereof may be applied to reimburse the Village for expenditures made after the effective date of this bond resolution for the purpose for which said bonds are authorized; and the proposed maturity of said bonds will exceed five (5) years;
FOURTH: DETERMINING that said bonds and any bond anticipation notes issued in anticipation of said bonds and the renewals of said bond anticipation notes shall be general obligations of the Village; and PLEDGING to their payment the faith and credit of the Village;
FIFTH: DELEGATING to the Village Treasurer the powers and duties as to the issuance of said bonds, and any bond anticipation notes issued in anticipation of said bonds, or the renewals thereof; and
SIXTH: DETERMINING that the bond resolution is subject to a permissive referendum.
DATED: August 26, 2024
Pamela Walsh Boening Village Clerk 148708
Notice is hereby given that the Purchasing Agent of the Incorporated Village of Freeport, New York will receive sealed proposals for the “FURNISHING OF POLES AND BASES FOR SOLAR LIGHTS” until 11:00 A.M. on Tuesday, September 24, 2024, in the Main Conference Room of the Municipal Building, 46 North Ocean Avenue, Freeport, New York 11520, at which time and place they will be opened publicly and read aloud. Specifications, proposal and proposed contracts may be seen and obtained at the Office of the Purchasing Agent, Municipal Building, 1st Floor, 46 North Ocean Avenue, Freeport, New York 11520, or by visiting the Village’s Website at www.freeportny.gov. Bids will be available from 9:00 A.M. on Tuesday, September 3, 2024, until 4:00 P.M. on Friday, September 20, 2024.
The Board reserves the right to reject any or all bid proposals received and subject to these reservations, shall award the contract to the lowest qualified and responsible bidder. Bids that, in the opinion of the Board, are unbalanced shall be rejected. In submitting a bid, bidders agree not to withdraw their bid within forty five (45) days after the date for the opening thereof.
Taylor D’Orta Buyer Village of Freeport VILLAGE OF FREEPORT Issue Date - August 29, 2024 148706
LEGAL NOTICE NOTICE OF SALE OF COOPERATIVE APARTMENT SECURITY BY VIRTUE OF A DEFAULT
the Nassau County Supreme Court at 100 Supreme Court Drive, Mineola, NY 11501, in satisfaction of an indebtedness in the unpaid principal amount of $82,516.56, plus interest, late fees, attorney fees, maintenance in arrears, and all other advanced charges.
The apartment is sold “AS IS” AND POSSESSION TO BE OBTAINED BY THE PURCHASER.
Said sale is subject to residency requirements of the Corporation, payment of all sums due, if any, to HAWTHORNE GARDENS OWNDERS CORP., and the consent if necessary, of said Corporation; any existing tenancy; payment of all expenses and fees of the secured party with respect thereto; terms of sale and auctioneer’s fees; flip-tax; State, City, and County transfer tax. The Secured Party reserves the right to bid. Terms: an official bank or certified check made payable to Stern & Eisenberg, P.C., as attorneys for the Secured Party for ten (10%) percent of price bid. No cash accepted. Balance shall be due within thirty (30) days.
ATTORNEYS FOR SECURED PARTY: Stern & Eisenberg, P.C. 20 Commerce Drive, Suite 230, Cranford, NJ 07016, and 1131 Route 55, Suite 1, Lagrangeville, NY 12540 P. 516-630-0288 F. 732-726-8719
Dated: August 19, 2024 Firm File No. NY202400000138-1 148710
SIDE STEPS, 100 SUPREME COURT DRIVE, MINEOLA, NY 11501, on October 1, 2024 at 2:00PM, premises known as 840 SHARON LANE, WESTBURY, NY 11590; and the following tax map identification: 11-410-3.
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 WESTBURY, TOWN OF NORTH HEMPSTEAD, COUNTY OF NASSAU AND STATE OF NEW YORK
Premises will be sold subject to provisions of filed Judgment Index No.: 005553/2016. Brian J. Davis, Esq. - Referee. Robertson, Anschutz, Schneid, Crane & Partners, PLLC 900 Merchants Concourse, Suite 310, Westbury, New York 11590, Attorneys for Plaintiff. All foreclosure sales will be conducted in accordance with Covid-19 guidelines including, but not limited to, social distancing and mask wearing. *LOCATION OF SALE SUBJECT TO CHANGE DAY OF IN ACCORDANCE WITH COURT/CLERK DIRECTIVES. 148716
Nassau and State of New York, Section 55, Block 446 and Lot 136. Approximate amount of judgment is $436,915.24 plus interest and costs. Premises will be sold subject to provisions of filed Judgment Index #610487/2020.
Heather D. Crosley, Esq., Referee Friedman Vartolo LLP, 85 Broad Street, Suite 501, New York, New York 10004, Attorneys for Plaintiff. Firm File No. 213621-1 148718
LEGAL NOTICE NOTICE TO BIDDERS
FURNISHING OF POLES AND BASES FOR SOLAR LIGHTS FOR THE INCORPORATED VILLAGE OF FREEPORT
ELECTRIC DEPARTMENT
NASSAU COUNTY, NEW YORK
PLEASE TAKE NOTICE: By virtue of a default under a Security Agreement dated September 1, 2005, executed by AUDREY HADDEN A/K/A AUDREY L. HADDEN (“Debtor”), as assigned to CITIMORTGAGE, INC. (“Secured Party”), said Secured Party, by Auctioneer(s): Richie Schultz, John William O’Keefe, Richard J. Cantwell or Stephan G. Marcelin, will conduct a public sale of the security consisting of 390 shares of stock of HAWTHORNE GARDENS OWNDERS CORP. (“Corporation”), and all right, title, and interest in and to a Proprietary Lease between said Corporation and Debtor for the apartment known as 159 Smith Street, Apt G21, Freeport, NY 11520, together with all fixtures and articles of personal property now or hereafter affixed to or used in connection with said apartment on September 19, 2024 at 1:15 PM, at the North Side Steps of
LEGAL NOTICE SUPREME COURT OF THE STATE OF NEW YORK COUNTY OF NASSAU BANK OF NEW YORK MELLON TRUST COMPANY, N.A. AS TRUSTEE FOR MORTGAGE ASSETS MANAGEMENT SERIES I TRUST, -againstWILLIE WILLIAMS, AS HEIR AND DISTRIBUTEE OF THE ESTATE OF SARAH SIMPSON, ET AL. NOTICE OF SALE NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN pursuant to a Final Judgment of Foreclosure entered in the Office of the Clerk of the County of Nassau on January 19, 2024, wherein BANK OF NEW YORK MELLON TRUST COMPANY, N.A. AS TRUSTEE FOR MORTGAGE ASSETS MANAGEMENT SERIES I TRUST is the Plaintiff and WILLIE WILLIAMS, AS HEIR AND DISTRIBUTEE OF THE ESTATE OF SARAH SIMPSON, ET AL. are the Defendant(s). I, the undersigned Referee will sell at public auction RAIN OR SHINE at the NASSAU COUNTY SUPREME COURT, NORTH
LEGAL NOTICE NOTICE OF SALE SUPREME COURT COUNTY OF NASSAU, PLANET HOME LENDING, LLC, Plaintiff, vs. SERGIO BENITEZ, Defendant. Pursuant to an Order Confirming Referee Report and Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale duly entered on June 25, 2024, I, the undersigned Referee will sell at public auction on the front steps on the north side of the Nassau County Supreme Court, 100 Supreme Court Drive, Mineola, NY 11501 on October 2, 2024 at 2:00 p.m., premises known as 80 Horace Avenue, Roosevelt, NY 11575. All that certain plot, piece or parcel of land, with the buildings and improvements thereon erected, situate, lying and being at Roosevelt, in the Town of Hempstead, County of
LEGAL NOTICE NOTICE OF SALE SUPREME COURTCOUNTY OF NASSAU U.S. BANK NATIONAL ASSOCIATION, NOT IN ITS INDIVIDUAL CAPACITY BUT SOLELY AS TRUSTEE FOR MAROON PLAINS TRUST, Plaintiff, Against WAYNE PUSEY, MARCIA WATT, ET AL., Defendant(s) Pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale, duly entered 09/18/2019, 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 10/1/2024 at 2:00PM, premises known as 164 Colonial Avenue, Freeport, NY 11520, 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 Freeport, Town Of Hempstead, County Of Nassau And State Of New York. Section 55 Block 360 Lot 827 And 828. The approximate amount of the current Judgment lien is $638,717.26 plus interest and costs. The Premises will be sold subject to provisions of the aforesaid Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale; Index # 607238/2018 Scott H Siller, Esq., Referee. 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.
SHELDON MAY & ASSOCIATES Attorneys at Law, 255 Merrick Road, Rockville Centre, NY 11570
Dated: 7/29/24 File Number: 34658 SH 148714
LEGAL NOTICE NOTICE OF SALE SUPREME COURT OF THE STATE OF NEW YORKCOUNTY OF NASSAU JR LARES GROUP INC., Plaintiff, v. LORNA G. PROPERTIES, INC., LORNA GRAY, ET. AL. Defendant(s) Index No. 610061/2022 NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale duly entered July 8, 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, New York 11501, ‘Rain or Shine’ on September 26, 2024 at 2:30 P.M., premises known as 80 Connecticut Avenue, Freeport, New York 11520, All those certain plot, piece or parcel of land, situate, lying and being in the Village of Freeport, Town of Hempstead, Nassau County, Section 54, Block 55, Lots 177 and 187 and premises known as 231 Beechwood Avenue, Roosevelt, New York 11575, All those certain plot, piece or parcel of land, situate, lying and being in Roosevelt, Town of Hempstead, Nassau County, Section 55, Block 551, Lot 7. Approximate Amount of Judgment is $1,010,166.33 plus interest, fees, and costs. Premises will be sold subject to the terms and conditions and provisions of filed Judgment Index No. 610061/2022. The aforementioned auction will be conducted in accordance with the NASSAU County COVID-19 Protocols and as such all persons must comply with social distancing, wearing masks and screening practices in effect at the time of this foreclosure sale. If proper social distancing cannot be maintained or there are other health or safety concerns, then the court appointed referee will cancel the foreclosure auction. LOCATION OF SALE SUBJECT TO CHANGE DAY OF AUCTION IN ACCORDANCE WITH COURT/CLERK DIRECTIVES DARICE GUZMAN PIOTROWSKI, ESQ. –REFEREE. THOMPSON LAW GROUP, P.C., Attorneys for Plaintiff 190 Jericho Turnpike Mineola, New York 11501. 148712
LEGAL NOTICE NOTICE OF SALE SUPREME COURTCOUNTY OF NASSAU DEUTCHE BANK NATIONAL TRUST COMPANY, AS TRUSTEE FOR ARGENT SECURITIES INC., ASSET-BACKED PASS-THROUGH CERTIFICATES, SERIES 2005-W4, Plaintiff, Against
ZAHIRA CASTILLO A/K/A ZAHIRA M. CASTILLO, JANE DOE (REFUSED NAME), JANE DOE (REFUSED NAME), Defendant(s) Pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale, duly entered 06/04/2024, 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 on 9/12/2024 at 2:00PM, premises known as 14 Laurette Lane, Freeport, New York 11520, And Described As Follows:
ALL that certain plot piece or parcel of land, with the buildings and improvements thereon erected, situate, lying and being Partly In The Incorporated Village Of Freeport And Partly In Freeport, In The Town Of Hempstead, County Of Nassau And State Of New York. Section 62 Block 206 Lot 3 The approximate amount of the current Judgment lien is $493,533.14 plus interest and costs. The Premises will be sold subject to provisions of the aforesaid Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale; Index # 609074/2020 Ronald J. Ferraro, Esq., Referee. 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.
MCCABE, WEISBERG & CONWAY, LLC, 10 Midland Avenue, Suite 205, Port Chester, NY 10573
Dated: 7/15/24 File Number: 20-303039 SH 148330
Public relations/communications firm is seeking a photographer to cover school district events at schools in Riverhead and other eastern Suffolk County communities. Most assignments are during the school day with some evenings and weekend shoots. $75 per hour (travel time at 50%).
PHOTOGRAPHER WANTED RIVERHEAD AND EASTERN SUFFOLK COUNTY
Public relations/communications firm is seeking a photographer to cover school district events at schools in Riverhead and other eastern Suffolk County communities. Most assignments are during the school day with some evenings and weekend shoots. $75 per hour (travel time at 50%).
Photography is for pictures to accompany press releases to local papers, in school district newsletters and on school district social media pages. Call or email for details: redelson@zeccmail.com or 516.205.1951. In the subject line of email or if leaving a phone message, indicate Riverhead/Suffolk photographer inquiry.
Public relations/communications firm is seeking a photographer to cover school district events at schools in Riverhead and other eastern Suffolk County communities. Most assignments are during the school day with some evenings and weekend shoots. $75 per hour (travel time at 50%).
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Q. Our attic air conditioning leaked into our ceiling. The ceiling is so wet we need to replace it. We now understand we’ll need to have the pipe that drains water out of our A.C. drain pan blown out every spring, and now have a service contract for that. The insulation is also wet. We were told to let it dry out and it will be fine. Is this true? Also, the ceiling joists over our 12-foot-wide master bedroom are only 2 x 6, which might cause the ceiling to sag and isn’t enough for the insulation, we’re told, which we understand has to be 10 inches thick. When we asked our contractor about this, he told us we can push the insulation down and then replace the plywood floor in our attic. What do you think?
A. When it rains, it pours. The leaking was a wakeup call that A.C. unit condensation occurs every summer season, and even though you have a drain pan, if it doesn’t have a working sensor to shut off before the drain pan overflows and you never clean the drain pan pipe to the outdoors, the water overflows. You should, by law (code), have a floor in the attic around the unit, also, which can dry out, since it remains structural, and will be minimally affected by the water.
The insulation and the sheetrock are another story. If the sheetrock hasn’t loosened and isn’t sagging, then it can just be left to dry out. Make certain, even using a moisture meter, that the sheetrock is completely dry before repainting to avoid potential mildew and discoloration. The insulation, if it is either fiberglass or closed-cell foam, can be dried out also, but only if it can be exposed. This means removing the plywood flooring above so that air can get to the insulation.
In addition, the insulation should be inspected to see that it isn’t compressed by the saturation weight of the water, since compressing insulation, contrary to what you were told, actually takes away the ability for it to work properly. The principle behind insulation technology isn’t just the use of thermally resistant material but, most critically, the insulation forms tiny air pockets within the material that form the resistance to air passing through. Each trapped air bubble slows the transfer of cold or heat by first conducting or resisting the temperature change within the air molecules.
Heat moves by one of three mechanical principles, convection, conduction and radiation. If the air bubbles or pockets in the insulation are pressed closer together and the material made denser by this, the conduction or transfer of temperature is easier, so the insulation has less likelihood of resisting, and resisting is what you want insulation to do. It would be great to rebuild the floor with deeper joists or have closed-cell foam sprayed in, since it also resists water saturation to solve the problem. Good luck!
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The Republican nominee for vice president, J.D. Vance, recently claimed that waves of Italian, Irish and German immigrants in the 19th century created “ethnic enclaves” and “inter-ethnic conflicts.”
Attempting to prove his point, Vance cited “Gangs of New York,” the 2002 Marin Scorsese film starring Daniel Day-Lewis, Leonardo DiCaprio and Cameron Diaz. I strongly believe that Vance was historically wrong and off the mark on all counts.
As a grandson of immigrants, let me make clear my own position that the United States is a land of immigrants, and over the generations, immigrants have been the lifeblood of America, weaving their hard work and imagination into our national fabric. I just as strongly believe that immigration must be legal and regulated. A nation without borders soon will no
longer be a nation, which is why the Biden administration’s open-border policy has been so perilous.
Critical as I am of President Biden’s immigration policies, I consider Vance’s conclusions an uninformed interpretation of history and a gratuitous cheap shot at New York, which in the 19th and early 20th centuries was an exemplar of the benefits of immigration.
The vice presidential nominee didn’t get what ‘Gangs of New York’ was all about.
For starters, the main protagonist in “Gangs of New York” was Day-Lewis’s William “Bill the Butcher” Cutting, a killer who headed a nativist gang that attacked and terrorized Irish immigrants. Entirely the opposite of what Vance was claiming.
More telling than Vance’s misreading of the film he was relying on to make his misguided point was his myopic depiction of neighborhoods in which immigrants settled as “ethnic enclaves” rather than vital components of the stained glass window mosaic that made New York the world’s greatest city.
These so-called enclaves were in truth neighborhoods where immigrants could actually avoid conflict and attacks from anti-immigrant knownothings, and adapt to their new world while being with their “own kind.” This might not have been perfect, but it worked. As Sen. Pat Moynihan eloquently described in his classic work “Beyond the Melting Pot,” each generation would move forward from its enclave while maintaining its own identity and adding to the mosaic’s overall beauty. Depending on what skills and traditions were brought over from the old country, some groups would advance further or in different fields than others.
For example, Irish Catholic immigrants had the advantage of speaking English, or at least our version of it. Plus, they were able to take their Catholic experience of having grown up in local parishes, under the overall tight control of bishops, and adapt it to New York’s politics, which they took over and controlled for decades.
But each of these groups, and the immigrants who followed, made enormous contributions to New York, and indeed to the nation, in industry, labor, education, law enforcement, the arts, the military, finance, sports, science, and so much more. All this resulted from an experiment that succeeded to an extent unequaled anywhere in the world.
Illegal immigration is dangerous, and must be stopped. It poses a definite terrorist threat and an economic danger to American citizens and lawful immigrants. But to make their case against it in this presidential campaign, Republicans should not use false, unintelligent, nativist arguments that besmirch the value and benefit that legal immigration brings to all Americans.
Just as Vance sees nobility and dignity in his self-described hillbilly heritage, so too should New Yorkers, and Long Islanders, be proud of our immigrant ancestry. That is what will make America great again.
Peter King is a former congressman, and a former chair of the House Committee on Homeland Security. Comments? pking@ liherald.com.
Like the Ghost of Christmas Past, or Lazarus rising from the dead, congestion pricing, sidelined earlier this year by Gov. Kathy Hochul, is due to rear its ugly head sometime later this year. The question is, what form will it take, and will it be any better than the past version?
With little regard for motorists or truckers, this year’s version was an arrogant and blind proposal destined to become an albatross around the necks of any drivers daring to venture into Manhattan below 60th street. The bosses of the Metropolitan Transportation Authority, led by their arrogant chairman, Janno Lieber, decided in advance that the public would swallow whatever plan they decided on. To paper over the plan, the MTA conducted a series of sham hearings, and then told the world that on June 30, the MTA would start collecting the higher tolls — $15 for cars and $35 for trucks.
THochul, acting on a number of complaints that the plan was ill-conceived, shocked the bureaucrats by pulling the plug at the last minute. Supporters of the plan, anxious for the MTA to start hauling in the cash, were shell-shocked that the governor would have the nerve to halt its efforts. Numerous groups asked for changes in the proposal, but even the fairest suggestions were brushed aside.
There is no doubt that some of the claims for exemptions were hoggish and undeserved, but some of the pleas were wellmotivated and worthy of consideration. To judge what is fair or unfair, you only had to take a look at the London congestion program to decide how to charge drivers who enter the congestion zone. The tolls there are collected only up until 6 p.m., and drivers can enter the city toll-free after that. The MTA, apparently oblivious to the theater industry and Manhattan’s countless restaurants, was determined to collect tolls at all hours. To add to the woes of these businesses, the charges for trucks were destined to become a consumer tax on every item sold in any
he MTA just went full speed ahead, unlike officials in London, who listened.
retail establishment in the city. How did the London authorities get all the business interests to support their plan? They did it the old-fashioned way. They met with every possible interest group and got support from all meaningful voices. What did the MTA do to win over its opponents? Nothing. Assuming that it was the only important voice on the pricing plan, the agency went full speed ahead, ignoring any serious claim for relief from the tolls.
What role has the New York City government played in this bruising battle? Mayor Eric Adams, who is supposed to protect the city’s business interests, sided with the MTA by stepping back and doing nothing. Has the city played any role in the traffic mess that drivers face every day as they attempt to work their way through perpetual gridlock? Much of that mess is due to the city’s years and years of traffic-related mistakes. Four of the five boroughs are choked with bicycle lanes that were created wherever the traffic commissioners wanted them.
A typical traffic disaster is Lexington Avenue. There are bus lanes on the
street that can barely handle double parking by trucks seeking to deliver products for commerce. School buses, and many of the thousands of Uber and Lyft cars trying to work their way through, face blockades from east-west traffic on the cross streets.
What has the MTA done to win over converts since Hochul stalled the plan? London officials worked hard to get unanimous support for their plan. But Lieber sits in his MTA ivory tower, content to let the politicians do the heavy lifting. Everybody agrees that with some honest bargaining, a fair toll plan could be agreed on that would lessen the burden on all sides.
Hochul has done her best to stall the plan, in the hope that some honest compromise can be reached. But once the State Legislature is forced to do something to keep trains and buses running, the lawmakers will pass legislation that will still make a lot of people very unhappy.
Jerry Kremer was an assemblyman for 23 years, and chaired the Assembly’s Ways and Means Committee for 12 years. He now heads Empire Government Strategies, a business development and legislative strategy firm. Comments about this column? jkremer@liherald. com.
s 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
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
To the Editor:
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
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s another school year begins, it’s a fitting time to unite in celebration of a period marked by extraordinary achievements and transformative growth. This moment of reflection isn’t just a look back at what we have accomplished, but also a recognition of the vibrant community that has supported our students every step of the way. Your unwavering commitment to your children and to this district has been the cornerstone of our success. It has been an honor to work alongside every one of you. Our district is flourishing like never before. We have expanded our programs and services to offer a comprehensive range of opportunities that cater to the diverse needs of our students. Our wellness and mental health programs are robust, ensuring that our children are supported in every way possible. Academically, we have reached unprecedented heights, boasting the highest graduation rates in our history. Our extensive partnerships with colleges and premier institutions have opened doors to countless opportunities for our students, providing them with a
strong foundation for future success. This past year was truly exceptional in every sense. Our students continued to shine, garnering numerous awards and accolades in academics, music, the arts and athletics. These achievements were a testament not only to their hard work, but also to the dedication of our teachers, staff and families who have provided the support and encouragement necessary for our students to thrive. We have tackled the challenges of learning loss head-on, with our efforts to enhance literacy and mathematical proficiency yielding impressive results. The successes of our students in local, state and national competitions have been nothing short of remarkable.
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tionally, we celebrate the many faculty members who were recognized for their outstanding contributions, further underscoring the high caliber of education our district provides.
s I step away, I leave with a heart full of gratitude and hope.
The recognition of our district as a place where excellence is the norm extends beyond academics. Nineteen of our varsity teams were recognized as Scholar-Athlete teams this year, setting a new standard for our district. For the seventh consecutive year, we were named a Best Community in Music Education, an accolade that reflects the dedication and talent of our students and educators alike. Our musical groups performed at prestigious venues and competitions, receiving top honors and bringing pride to our community. Addi-
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
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
Technologically, we are at the cutting edge, ensuring that our students have the tools they need to thrive in an ever-evolving world. This forward-thinking approach is mirrored in our financial stewardship, where we find ourselves in the strongest position we have ever been. With the highest bond ratings and a decadelong streak of no tax levy increases, we have managed our resources wisely while still investing in our future. Over $60 million in capital projects have been coming to fruition, enhancing our facilities and ensuring that our learning environments are second to none. These investments, coupled with significant grants, have bolstered both our students and the district, making our future brighter than ever.
Looking ahead, we are thrilled to announce the introduction of several new programs and services this school year. These initiatives are designed to provide even greater opportunities for our students to excel, building on the strong foundation we have already established. Additionally, numerous
capital projects are in the works, which will further beautify and enhance our school community, ensuring a vibrant and conducive learning environment for all.
Our collective efforts have enabled us to offer world-class opportunities to our students, creating a legacy of dedication, innovation and educational excellence. Our commitment to holistic education and fostering universal awareness has made a lasting impact. Together we have navigated challenges and celebrated triumphs, always with the shared goal of nurturing and empowering our students. I am deeply grateful for the path we have walked together and the lifelong memories we have created. Thank you for being an integral part of this remarkable experience. As I step away, I leave with a heart full of gratitude and hope. I am excited to witness the continued success of our exceptional school community. I encourage you to continue pushing boundaries, embracing challenges, and supporting each other as you have always done. With heartfelt gratitude and best wishes for an extraordinary future ahead, I wish you all the best in the future. Our journey together has been remarkable, and I look forward to seeing all the amazing things that lie ahead for this beloved community.
Kishore Kuncham retired this month as superintendent of Freeport Public Schools.
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.
