Long Beach’s Dunia Sibomana-Rodriguez, center, captured the 116-pound title at the prestigious Eastern States Tournament last weekend, and was voted Most Outstanding Wrestler by the coaches and Champion of Champions by his fellow weight-class winners. He celebrated with coaches Ray Adams, near right, and Leo Palacio.
By ANGElINA ZINGARIEllo azingariello@liherald.com
The Long Beach Board of Education met on Tuesday to discuss the district’s financial strategy and proposed new capital projects while addressing community concerns.
Michael DeVito, the district’s assistant superintendent for finance and operations, presented a detailed plan for facilities upgrades that would be funded by a bond initiative, with no additional tax burden on residents.
“It actually allows things to remain stable, the tax revenue, without having any debts or major increases,” DeVito said. “And what we’re propos-
ing here is that we can do this and have no increase at all, and maybe actually have a decrease of payout later.”
DeVito explained that the district stands to benefit from the expiration of roughly $8 million in annual debt service payments. As they are phased out in the coming years, the district can borrow money for capital projects while keeping the tax levy unchanged. This approach is designed to maintain fiscal responsibility while addressing the district’s infrastructure needs. Among the key proposals is the establishment of a wellness center at Long Beach High School to offer students a supportive environment where
By BRENDAN CARPENTER bcarpenter@liherald.com
Reese Gallinaro is a 16-yearold Long Beach High School junior. She takes the typical classes and is involved in clubs with her classmates, but her story is anything but typical.
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A few days after her fourth birthday, Gallinaro was diagnosed with leukemia. She doesn’t remember much of the treatment, aside from going to Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center in Manhattan with her father, Joe. She recalls coloring and drawing while there, always doing something with her hands.
every day, and it proved effective. She became healthy again, and resumed a normal childhood.
Then, when she was 9, she relapsed.
ight when I finished treatment, I knew I needed to do something.
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“It’s so interesting,” Reese’s mother, Joanna, said. “As she’s saying that she doesn’t remember much, I’m like, wow, great, because it was certainly not easy to watch. Her treatment was pretty rough.”
Reese was treated over the course of about two years, and missed all of pre-kindergarten. She took a chemotherapy drug
Her treatment the second time around was even more difficult, with stronger chemotherapy, and the family nearly took up residency at Memorial Sloan Kettering for months in 2017. The drives back and forth from Long Beach to Manhattan took a toll on everyone. Reese missed all of fourth grade, but the school district provided a tutor for her fifth grade year, and she managed to attend school sporadically. Through it all, she stayed strong.
“It was really, really hard,” her mother said, “but Reese always showed much courage and bravery. You sit in the waiting room and you see other patients being treated, and other families going through similar things, and everyone is super courageous, and you try
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Long Beach’s Chabad of the Beaches recently installed new bulletproof doors late last year, thanks to a grant awarded to them.
Chabad of the Beaches serves the Jewish communities of Long Beach, Lido Beach and Atlantic Beach. In many ways, they’re a unique community of their own.
Back in 2021, the Chabad was broken into, leaving the ark vandalized and two Torahs missing. To help ensure the Chabad is safe and protected in the future, just before the new year, bulletproof doors were installed as a precaution, thanks to a grant.
“We’re really the biggest growing synagogue in town, and there’s more and more people coming,” Rabbi Eli Goodman said. “People often comment that a guard is not at this program, a guard is not at that program. So, now, we’re now going to have bullet-resistant doors and film on the windows.”
Goodman said that the doors were not put in because of any threats, but to provide comfort for members of their community. Goodman said that the Jewish community could sometimes be a target, so it’s important to take precautions.
I think it’s very important to be proactive
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“I think it’s very important to be proactive,” Goodman said. “I don’t think it’s a place that people need to be afraid of, but I think as leadership, we need to be proactive to make sure that something doesn’t happen. We have everything that we need to protect ourselves. I think it just gives people a sense of comfort.”
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By BRENDAN CARPENTER bcarpenter@liherald.com
The annual Martin Luther King Jr. Day march is a staple in Long Beach’s yearly celebration. Community members from all over gather to walk the streets in remembrance.
Long Beach’s MLK Center, city officials and residents alike come together to show what MLK Board Chair Sheena Curry says is most important: unity.
“The whole weekend is about this beloved community,” Curry said. “It’s about unity, bringing the entire community together, and in a time where we are facing so many challenges, I just want it to be inspirational.”
The march will step off from Laurelton Boulevard and West Park Avenue at 11:30 a.m. on Monday, Jan. 20 and end at the MLK Center, located at 615 Riverside Blvd. The march will be immediately followed by a ceremony at the MLK Center. The walk spans for four blocks.
The march serves to remember and honor the accomplishments of Martin Luther King Jr. and his impact during — and long after —the Civil Rights Movement. The following ceremony will feature speakers from the community, connecting the importance of remembering King and lives today.
King played a crucial role in promoting racial justice for African Americans. The march serves as a platform
to advocate for ongoing efforts to achieve King’s dream of a society where individuals are judged by their character, not skin color, and stands as a reminder of present-day struggles for equality.
“After the march and the ceremony when everyone leaves, I hope they’re inspired to take part in their community,” Curry said. “I hope they’re inspired to be a part of the change that I hope everyone wants to see in the world
right now, and that’s togetherness. I hope that’s what people feel walking in and out of the MLK Center.”
Curry joined the center last year as its new board chair, taking over for Cedrick Coad. With this being her first Martin Luther King Jr. march and ceremony as board chair, she has to be at the forefront. She said it’s a little nerve-wracking but she’s ready, and excited, to help lead the charge.
“It’s pretty scary, because I’ve never
participated in an event like this before,” Curry said. “So, it has this challenges, but I’m so blessed. I’m blessed to have the opportunity to represent Dr. Martin Luther King. He is such an inspiration to me, to my family, to my culture, and I’m just happy that I can represent him and represent his legacy. And, hopefully, be an example that he was for us, to the kids that come into the community center, the kids of North Park, and beyond.”
By BRENDAN CARPENTER bcarpenter@liherald.com
Long Beach goes all out celebrating holidays and important events, and Temple Emanu-El is always right in the middle, hosting gatherings, performances, Shabbats, and more, to show support for whatever it is.
It will be no different on Friday, Jan. 17, when the temple will host its annual Martin Luther King Jr. Shabbat in honor of his memory and legacy. This year’s Shabbat will be the ninth such event, starting at 7:30 p.m. MLK Day is officially three days later, on Jan. 20.
past, have highlighted people including James Hodge and Bishop Mark Moses of The New Life Church of Christ, among others.
“We usually just do a text search from it, not entire speech,” Zanerhaft said, “but it’s such a reminder, because Dr. King really relied on so many beautiful Old Testament imagery and it resonates with both communities.”
call, we reach out, we stand together.
“I felt it was important to continually build the bridge with our African American brothers and sisters,” Rabbi Jack Zanerhaft said of having this kind of event. “The commonality is so obvious in terms of sharing the challenges of discrimination, prejudice, and often laws that have been difficult throughout history, that have affected our populations.”
The event always incorporates the reading of an excerpt from Dr. King’s “I Have a Dream” speech. The temple also welcomes in guest speakers and, in the
This year’s Shabbat will also feature an a capella group. The group, known as the Nehemiah Group, has performed at Temple Emanu-El in the past as well, for a special Shabbat during Black History Month.
Temple Emanu-El frequently holds special Shabbats and services throughout the year for various reasons and causes. Along with the annual MLK Shabbat, they hold events for Pride Month, police and first responder, other cultures and backgrounds and, of course, the holiday season.
“Specifically in Long Beach, we always want to role model how we are a united community and support each other through times of trouble,” Zanerhaft said. “Whether it’s a shooting in a Black church or shooting in the syna -
Temple Emanu-El hosts many different celebrations and remembrances throughout each year, with the MLK Day remembrance next, set for Jan. 17.
gogue, our congregations, our community, support each other. We call, we reach out, we stand together, and we think it’s an important moment in American history, and for Long Beach, to continually demonstrate that connection.”
Temple Emanu-El is located at 455 Neptune Blvd. in Long Beach. For more information regarding the MLK Shabbat, other events or just about the temple itself, visit TempleEmanuElLongBeach.org.
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Rockville Centre’s Laura Gillen took the oath of office administered by House of Representatives
Speaker Mike Johnson and officially was installed as the representative for the 4th Congressional District.
Gillen defeated incumbent Anthony D’Esposito in a rematch of the 2022 race for the two-year term.
A former Hempstead town supervisor, Gillen was joined by her family in Washington, D.C. for her swearing in on Jan. 6.
At freshmen orientation late last year, Gillen had the opportunity to connect with members of Congress from both parties, which she indicated would be essential to passing important legislation starting in January.
“I am honored that the people of New York’s Fourth Congressional District have entrusted me with the responsibility of representing them in Congress,” Gillen said in a statement after being sworn in.
“As we look ahead to this Congress, I am ready to get to work on the bipartisan priorities that Long Islanders care most about: lowering costs, giving hard-
working Long Islanders a middle-class tax break by restoring the full SALT deduction, ensuring clean drinking water, and taking much-needed action to secure our border,” she said.
“I’ve always been guided by the principles of compromise and bipartisanship, and I look forward to working with anyone — Democrat or Republican — who is committed to working productively to deliver on the pressing issues that we face,” Gillen added.
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Carey Senior Basketball
A FOUR-YEAR STARTER and two-time AllCounty selection, Paz reached a milestone Dec. 19 in Carey’s defeat to New Hyde Park. As part of her 18-point performance, she recorded her 1,000th career point, joining a short list of those in the program to accomplish the feat. Paz entered this week’s action leading all of Nassau County in scoring at a shade under 27 points per game. She hit for 30 or more points in half of Carey’s first 10 games.
Thursday, Jan. 16
Girls Basketball: South Side at Elmont 5 p.m.
Boys Basketball: V.S. Central at Baldwin 7 p.m.
Boys Basketball: Mepham at MacArthur 7 p.m.
Boys Basketball: Elmont at South Side 7 p.m.
Girls Basketball: MacArthur at East Meadow 7 p.m.
Girls Basketball: Jericho at Long Beach 7 p.m.
Girls Basketball: Garden City at Calhoun 7 p.m.
Girls Basketball: Bethpage at Hewlett 7 p.m.
Friday, Jan. 17
Boys Basketball: New Hyde Park at Sewanhaka 4:30 p.m.
Wrestling: Oceanside at Farmingdale 5 p.m.
Boys Basketball: Wantagh at V.S. South 5 p.m.
Girls Basketball: Plainedge at Seaford 5 p.m.
Girls Baskietball: Syosset at Uniondale 5 p.m.
Wrestling: MacArthur at Long Beach 6 p.m.
Wrestling: Mepham at Calhoun 7 p.m.
Boys Basketball: Lawrence at North Shore 7 p.m.
Saturday, Jan. 18
Boys Basketball: Island Trees at Calhoun 12 p.m.
Boys Basketball: Herricks at East Meadow 12 p.m.
Boys Basketball: Hempstead at Oceanside 1 p.m.
Boys Basketball: Freeport at Syosset 1 p.m.
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By TONY BELLiSSiMO tbellissimo@liherald.com
With the door to the Nassau Class AA boys’ basketball playoffs barely open, Long Beach played like there was no tomorrow Monday night and stayed within striking distance of Valley Stream Central until the closing minutes.
A pivotal foul call and subsequent technical with 2:40 remaining in regulation time helped the Eagles double their lead on the way to 65-54 Conference AAIII victory at Memorial Junior High.
Senior Jamin Legagneur’s traditional three-point play and pair of technical foul shots boosted Central’s lead from five to double digits and took all the wind out of the Marines’ sails. Legagneur scored a game-high 24 points and had 8 rebounds, and junior point guard Sean O’Neil added 21 points and 5 assists as the Eagles (9-3 overall, 5-2 in AA-III) won their fourth straight.
“We have great depth and we weathered some injuries earlier in the season,” Central head coach Mike Wimmer said. “We have a lot of guys who can score the ball and it’s a close-knit group. We have the pieces.”
Seniors Brody Schuh (21) and Matty Hayes (13) scored in double figures for Long Beach (4-8 overall, 2-5 in AA-III), which saw its playoff hopes take another punch.
“I don’t know if we would’ve won, but we had late momentum,” Marines head coach Scott Martin said. “Kids are playing hard and we did what we set out to do. We kept our turnovers down and stayed in the game the whole night. Central is a talented team that finishes strong. They can hurt you in many ways.”
Sophomores Jaiya (9) and Julian Vera combined for 15 points for the Eagles, who took the lead for good on Legagneur’s three-point play midway through the first quarter. O’Neil scored their final six points of the frame and the lead was 19-12 after eight minutes.
“We’re a hard-working team and feel we can go far,” said O’Neil, who averaged 19 points over the first dozen games. “We talk about winning the county champion-
Long Beach’s Brody Schuh, center, squeezed between Valley
Vera, left, and Nelson Frias during Monday’s 65-54 defeat.
ship as that’s our goal, but we don’t lose focus on one game at a time. We’re looking forward to our rematches with Baldwin and Great Neck South.”
The Eagles dropped the first meeting with Baldwin, the four-time defending county champions down a classification this season due to enrollment, and took unbeaten Great Neck South to overtime.
Central led Long Beach by eight at halftime but the Marines hung tough behind Schuh, Hayes, sophomore Zach Brymer (8 points) and senior point guard Jamar Burns.
Schuh trimmed the deficit to 52-47 late in the fourth but the visitors couldn’t swing the lead in their favor.
“Our margin for error is down to zero,” Martin said. “We have to steal a couple of games against teams higher than us in the standings. It’s entirely possible. We’ve played everyone tough. Even if we don’t make it happen, I’m proud of these guys. Can’t say enough about their effort.”
Long Beach visits Jericho on Thursday. Central is back in action Friday at Baldwin.
they can focus on their mental health. School psychologists and social workers could meet with students there, host wellness programs and offer resources for managing stress and anxiety.
The district also plans to dedicate more space at the high school to programs in carpentry, robotics, business and marine science, and offer hands-on, career-focused learning. Other proposed renovations include updating the family consumer science lab, transforming the cafeteria with a new entrance and layout, and upgrading the air circulation and air conditioning systems.
Plans for the high school also call for the construction of a new wrestling gym, which could serve multiple purposes when not in use by the wrestling team, as well as replacing the aging artificial-turf football field and upgrading the bleachers. Finally, the district would address basic maintenance needs, such as repairs to walls, doors and windows.
At the elementary schools, the focus would be on enhancing safety and air quality by improving ventilation systems, and designing inclusive playgrounds to ensure that they are accessible to those of all abilities.
“It goes beyond the accessibility standards, where all people of all abilities can interact based on universal design principles that guide the placement of all the different play structures — the pathways, the seating, the equipment,” DeVito said. “And it’s a place where children, families and caretakers can (play) together regardless of their abilities.”
The bond amount has not yet been finalized, but district officials say they are committed to keeping it within the current debt service limit to avoid any tax increases.
Concerns about the potential closure of East School were a prominent topic in Tuesday night’s discussion, with parents asking whether the proposed facility upgrades and new programs, while valuable, were being prioritized over addressing urgent issues like overcrowding and focusing on core educational needs.
“What we just saw was a lot of things coming, while my community is facing
At Tuesday’s board meeting at Lindell School, parents urged trustees not to close East School.
the closure of a school and my children being shifted into spaces through three elementary schools,” one parent, Joanne Kapp, said. “A lot of these things that you showed are not foundational to education — a wellness center, a coffee café, fish tanks. I think those are all nice to have, but it’s almost a slap in the face to the community.
“I appreciate that we’re trying to build the infrastructure, but I have stood here month over month, year over year, asking to fix the HVAC at our school,” Kapp continued. “To see what looks like an apartment or the Sands Beach Club at the high school, I hope you can understand how upsetting that is from a community standpoint. We’re trying to argue for class sizes for our elementary schools, for programs in our elementary schools. So I hope this is the first version that continues to iterate, but I hope you can understand where I’m coming from.”
The need to address the challenges at East School was a recurring theme during the discussion, as parents sought assurance that their concerns would be addressed alongside the district’s ambitious plans for new projects and programs.
The board encouraged community members to remain engaged throughout the process as the district prepares to present a more detailed proposal in the weeks and months ahead.
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By ANGELINA ZINGARIELLO azingariello@liherald.com
The Nassau Council of Chambers of Commerce has launched a series of workshops to strengthen small businesses and address common challenges entrepreneurs face in an increasingly digital economy across the region. The first one was Tuesday, and there are six more, scheduled for Thursday and on Jan. 21, 22, 23, 28 and 29.
“This is really all about supporting small businesses and their positive impact across the board in Nassau County,” the council’s president, Frank Camarano Jr., said. “The chambers are our workers on the ground, in every community, hand in hand with the folks that live there. Now, while it’s great having so many — it really is — they’re obviously smaller, so the available resources are harder for them to tap into, and it all gets spread out. Also, each voice, individually, is sometimes hard to hear, yet combined — what a difference. That’s where we come in, to support them, of course, and make up for as many missing pieces as we can along the way.
“There’s this saying, ‘When something is done correctly, it looks like nothing has been done at all,’” Camarano continued. “No fanfare, just a lot of work. It’s the chamber way. It’s our way.”
“The workshops are paid for through
a grant made possible by County Executive Bruce Blakeman and the Legislature,” the council’s second vice president, Joseph Garcia, said. “It shows they understand the hardships small businesses have faced as we endured and recover from the Covid-19 pandemic.”
The initiative stems from a survey of local chambers and small business owners, identifying areas where support is needed the most. Three specialized workshops have been developed, covering financial management, marketing and communications and computer systems. Each session will focus on practical, hands-on training to equip participants with the skills necessary to adapt and thrive.
address website optimization, cybersecurity best practices and implementing business software, along with guidance on system backup and recovery procedures.
“The goal of this first round of workshops is to provide the type of support usually reserved for big, multi-milliondollar companies and franchises,” Garcia said. “Bringing this to small businesses of all types in Nassau County will pay dividends for our business owners, our county, in additional sales taxes, and strengthen our communities.”
The financial management workshop will explore topics such as tax planning, cash flow management and strategies for acquiring capital. Attendees will also learn bookkeeping fundamentals and techniques for preparing and analyzing financial statements.
The marketing and communications workshop will help businesses develop effective social media strategies, implement online marketing techniques and optimize their e-commerce operations. The computer systems workshop will
The workshops are divided into three zones based on location: In Zone One, north of Route 25, they will be held at the Hilton Garden Inn in Roslyn. In Zone Two, south of Route 25 and west of the Meadowbrook Parkway, they will take place at American Legion Post 44, in Malverne; and in Zone Three, south of Route 25 and east of the Meadowbrook, will be held at American Legion Post 1066, in Massapequa. The Herald is presenting on marketing in Zone One on Jan. 21.
Each zone will host three separate workgroups on different nights, for a total of nine workgroups. Businesses are encouraged, but not required, to
attend the workgroups in their zone, and cannot participate in the same workgroup across multiple zones.
This workshop series is part of the council’s broader efforts to support Nassau County’s small businesses as they navigate the challenges of the post-pandemic economic landscape.
In February, the council will expand its resources by relocating its offices to Nassau Community College. The move will enhance its capacity to serve the business community through additional workshops, collaborative programs with college faculty and enhanced hands-on business education experiences, and provide internship opportunities for students to gain hands-on experience with local enterprises.
“We are grateful to Nassau Community College President Maria P. Conzatti and Jerry Kornbluth, along with their dedicated staff, for their partnership in this initiative,” Gary Slavin, treasurer of the council, added. “This collaboration will create valuable opportunities for both our small business community and the college’s students.”
“With the massive support of County Executive Bruce Blakeman and the Legislature, and not just financially, we are all getting it done together,” Camarano said. “We are very proud, and extremely thankful.”
For more information or to register, visit ncchambers.org.
Choosing and committing to the right Catholic school for your child can be daunting. While visiting the open houses offered system-wide during Catholic Schools Week is an excellent way to discern Catholic school possibilities for your child, there are also many ways to research school options from the comfort of your home and at a time of your choosing.
The 35 Catholic elementary schools on Long Island provide a strong, well-rounded education for students from nursery through eighth grade. You will find welcoming early childhood centers and rigorous middle school programs. As evidenced by the Morning Star Initiative’s four pillars, you will see that each school is robustly Catholic, academically excellent, safe and supportive, and here to stay. At the same time, each school has its own special charism that you can learn more about when you visit a school or speak to a school representative. Our administrators and faculty are looking forward to welcoming you and your family!
Start with an open house
During Catholic Schools Week each school will be hosting an open house, where families are welcome to visit, learn more about the school, and meet administrators and faculty.
During each open house, information about the school’s academic, extended day, and extracurricular programs will be shared as well as how you can register your child.
You can also learn more about the open houses by visiting licatholicelementaryschools.org. Of course, you can always contact any of the Catholic elementary schools to learn more.
To get started, visit lischools.org. Here you can briefly learn about each school and then directly access each school’s website. You will also be able to make appointments for personal tours and request information online!
You can also visit each school’s Facebook and Instagram social media pages to learn about the wonderful experiences available.
Once you’ve narrowed down your list of prospective schools, you are encouraged to reach out to each school directly. The principals are waiting for your call. They are happy to answer any questions you have. If you are unable to attend the open house or would like a more personalized tour, be sure to set one up with the school. This is a wonderful opportunity to get to know more about each school. Following your tour, please do not hesitate to follow up with each school with any addition-
al questions you may have.
If you are concerned about affordability, you are encouraged to apply for tuition assistance through the Tomorrow’s Hope Foundation. Since Tomorrow’s Hope Foundation was established in 2005, the Foundation has given over $34,000,000 in scholarships to approximately 25,000 students. For the 2024-2025 school year, Tomorrow’s Hope Foundation received
1,139 applications. Of those applicants, over 1,000 students were awarded financial support. The application is based on the applicant’s reported income vs. expenses for the prior tax year. Visit tomorrowshopefoundation.org to learn more.
Photo: The values instilled in a Catholic education will pay dividends throughout the student’s lives.
By KEPHERD DANIEL kdaniel@liherald.com
The highly anticipated “Poetry in Motion” — a short film that brings Long Island’s poetry scene to life through the lens of cinematic artistry — will be premiered at Oceanside Library’s newly renovated theater on Saturday.
Directed and produced by Oceanside native Gregory Cioffi, the film showcases the raw energy and dynamic spirit of 12 talented Long Island poets. Tom Flynn, also an Oceanside native, is the film’s cinematographer, and Nassau County Poet Laureate Paula Curci, of Long Beach, is its executive producer. The event is free and open to the public.
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a fresh perspective to the project, allowing the team to experiment with fluid camera movements and psychological depth that mirror the rhythms and emotions of the poets’ words.
For Cioffi, “Poetry in Motion” represents both a personal and professional homecoming. His creative journey began with a love for writing that evolved into a multifaceted career in acting, directing and filmmaking. After returning to his hometown, he was struck by the vibrant poetry community flourishing on Long Island.
t documents the growth of contemporary expressionism on Long Island.
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Cioffi and Flynn were classmates at Oceanside’s Elementary School 8 through Oceanside High School, and “Poetry in Motion” marks the first return to their neighborhood roots as they celebrate Long Island’s vibrant poetry arts scene in their hometown.
The project was a completely new experience for Flynn.
“The poet opened his mind to a different form of art, and it challenged me to think of filming and editing in a more poetry-driven mindset,” Flynn said in a press release.
Collaborating with Flynn, a professional music video director and childhood friend, Cioffi set out to craft a film that bridges the worlds of poetry and cinematic storytelling. Flynn’s expertise in music video production brought
“I wanted to capture the energy and intensity of these poets in a way that matched their performances,” Cioffi explained.
Inspired by MTV-style music videos, he envisioned a film that would elevate poetry beyond traditional formats, integrating dynamic cinematography to create a living, breathing visual experience.
The project, a G&E Production in association with The Acoustic Poets Network, was partly funded by Poets & Writers, funds early-career authors through programs like Get the Word Out and The Poets & Writers Fellowship, as well as public funds from the New York State Council on the Arts with the support of the Office of the Governor and the New York State Legislature.
Both Cioffi and Emily Dinova, of G&E Productions and the assistant director of the film, are familiar with the literary world, since both are authors. Cioffi, who teaches at Nassau Community College and Long Island
University, was inspired by the dynamic energy of Long Island’s poetry community.
“I was in awe of how their poetry could jump off the page viscerally,” Cioffi said. “Being an actor and director, I wanted to capture this vigor and intensity in a new and exhilarating way.”
This film highlights poets who bring energy and electricity to their performances. The poets featured are Andre Williams, “Uncle Dre”; Becky Soumakis; Charlene Lawerence; Cioffi; Jacques Squillace; Jay Vegas, from the “Poem Stars”; Jessica Payes, from “Stronger Than My Pain”; Jim Coulter, from “The Grumpy Grandpa”; Jonathan Gortman, from “STEPS”; Kris Janvier; M.T. Pariti, from “The Scene”; and Quiana Marks, from “Q. Imagine.”
The film’s settings — Hempstead Lake State Park and Lido Beach Passive Nature Area — provide a natural backdrop that complements the vibrancy of the performances.
“We wanted the visuals to reflect the organic energy of the poetry,” Cioffi said. “Each location was chosen to create a unique atmosphere for every poet, ensuring no two performances looked the same.”
For co-producer Curci, the film amplifies poetic voices, which excites her the most.
“I look at ‘Poetry in Motion’ as a preservation project — Gregory’s vision to film our talented Long Island poets preserves this time in history, on film,” Curci said. “It documents the growth of contemporary expressionism on Long Island.”
Following the premiere, attendees will be able to participate in an open mic session hosted by Peter V. Dugan, former Nassau County Poet Laureate
When: Jan. 18 at 2 p.m.
Where: Oceanside Library, 30 Davison Ave.
Special feature: Open mic session hosted by Peter V. Dugan
and longtime champion of performance poetry. The session adds an interactive element to the event, inviting attendees to share their own poetry in a welcoming and supportive environment.
Dugan, who has hosted poetry readings at the Oceanside Library for more than 18 years, sees the film as a tool for expanding the reach of poetry.
“Poetry opens minds,” he said. “It makes us better readers, better writers, and better thinkers. This project highlights the diversity and vitality of Long Island’s poetry community, showing that poetry is alive and thriving in the present.”
Individual performances from the film will be released online weekly, reaching a broader audience. The film will also be screened at the Long Island Poetry Festival at the Long Beach Library on April 5-6.
“If the project is well-received, I’d love to create a second season with new poets,” Cioffi said. “This is about building something lasting, something that continues to celebrate and preserve the incredible talent we have right here on Long Island.”
By Karen Bloom
Settle in for some comfy winter nesting during these frigid days. And, of course, it’s certainly time to refocus on a healthier eating now that we’re finished with those weeks of festive over-indulgence.
January is the ideal time to reset and get into the kitchen and work on some “Top Chef” skills. It’s not that difficult with some great comforting — healthy — foods to warm the heart and soul.
Experiment with new culinary creations that incorporate bold flavors for delicious results. Nothing pleases the senses quite like a hearty dish on a cold evening. Try adding these recipes to your repertoire.
A classic stick-to-your-ribs stew is the ideal project for a chilly weekend. A terrific winter warmer-upper, serve with a hearty bread or corn bread.
• 5 pounds bone-in short ribs, trimmed and cut into 2-inch pieces
• 3/4 cup all-purpose flour
• 1/4 cup vegetable oil
• 2 cups water
• 1 1/3 cups Zinfandel wine
• 1 medium onion, chopped
• 1 clove garlic, minced
• 2 teaspoons salt
• 1/4 teaspoon pepper
• 2 beef bouillon cubes
• 6 large potatoes, washed, peeled and quartered
• 1/2 pound small fresh mushrooms, cleaned and trimmed
• 1 package (10 ounces) frozen whole green beans
• 1 can (16 ounces) peeled whole tomatoes, undrained
Dredge ribs in flour to coat; reserve leftover flour. Heat oil in 8-quart Dutch oven on moderate heat. Add half of ribs and brown on all sides. Once browned, remove ribs. Repeat instructions for remaining ribs.Stir in the reserved flour. While stirring, add 1 cup water and wine and stir until thickened.Return ribs to the pan. Add onion, garlic, salt, pepper and bouillon and bring to a boil. Cover and lower heat to simmer for about 1 hour, or until ribs are tender. Remove ribs with slotted spoon and cover with foil to keep warm. Add potatoes, mushrooms and beans. Simmer 20 to 30 minutes, or until vegetables are tender. Add ribs and tomatoes with liquid, and heat through. Use slotted spoon to remove meat and vegetables to large serving platter. Remove gravy to serving container and serve with ribs. Makes 6 servings.
Settle in with a warming, welcoming bowl of pasta, especially tasty on a winter’s niight.
• 12 ounces uncooked campanelle pasta
• 1 tablespoon Bertolli Extra-Virgin Olive Oil
• 1 large shallot, finely chopped
• ½ cup dry white wine
• 1/2 cup frozen peas
• 3 ounces thinly sliced prosciutto
• Alfredo sauce
• 4 ounces Fontina cheese, shredded
• 6 eggs
• 1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
In pot of salted water, cook pasta 2 minutes less than directed on package. Drain pasta.
In large skillet over medium-high heat, heat oil and shallots. Cook 3-4 minutes, or until softened. Add wine; cook 3-4 minutes, or until most liquid has evaporated. Stir in peas, prosciutto, Alfredo sauce and cheese. Add pasta; toss gently. Cook and stir 1-2 minutes to coat pasta with sauce.
In saucepan, bring water to boil and add eggs. Cook 6 minutes. Transfer eggs to ice water and cool before peeling.
Top each serving with soft-set egg and black pepper.
Note: Gouda or Gruyere can be substituted for Fontina. Unpeeled, cooked eggs can be stored in refrigerator up to one week.
Alfredo Sauce:
• 1 stick butter
• 1 cup heavy cream
• Salt and freshly ground black pepper
• 2 cups freshly grated Parmesan
• Pasta cooking water, as needed
In a saucepan or skillet, warm the butter and cream. Season with salt and pepper. Add the Parmesan and stir until melted.
Toss to combine, thinning with pasta water if necessary.
A rustic soup loaded with lentils and kale can be flavorful centerpiece to healthy, satisfying meal. This filling soup is packed with vegetables and has a hint of heat from the sausage, giving it a zesty warm, spicy flavor.
• 2 teaspoons extra-virgin olive oil
• 8 ounces Italian sausage, casings removed, or sausage of your choice
• 2 celery stalks (with leafy tops), thinly sliced
• 1 medium yellow onion, diced medium
• 3/4 cup-1 cup dried lentils
• 6 cups low-sodium chicken broth
• 1 1/2 bunches (about 3/4 pound) kale, preferably Tuscan, stems removed, torn into bite-size pieces
• Coarse salt and ground pepper
• 2 teaspoons red-wine vinegar
In a large Dutch oven or heavy pot, heat oil over medium-high. Add sausage and cook, breaking up meat with a wooden spoon, until golden brown, about 5 minutes. Add celery and onion and cook until softened, about 5 minutes. Add lentils, broth, and 1/2 cup water and bring to a boil. Reduce to a rapid simmer, partially cover, and cook until lentils and vegetables are tender, 25 minutes.
Add kale and season with salt. Return soup to a rapid simmer, cover, and cook until kale wilts, about 5 minutes. Remove soup from heat, stir in vinegar, and season with salt and pepper.
Serve this soup in individual bowls with a sprinkling of Parmesan cheese on top and a crusty slice of bread to sop up the broth at the bottom of the bowl.
Note: Spinach or chard can be substitute for the kale in this recipe. The soup can be enhanced by adding a couple of thyme or rosemary sprigs as it simmers. If it’s too thick to your liking, more broth can be added.
Start the New Year off with some laughs from one of stand-up comedy’s best. An all-time-great joke writer, named one of the “25 Funniest People in America” by Entertainment Weekly, Dave Atell is most at home in comedy clubs. He built a loyal following by barnstorming the country with his brand of off-color “very adult” humor, and his audiences got even bigger after his cult-favorite travel show, “Insomniac.” Atell continues to be a presence on TV — including his hit Netflix specials “Hot Cross Buns” and “Bumping Mics” — while constantly writing new material and taking it on the road. Beginning his comedy career in the early ‘90s, Attell ascended through New York’s stand-up ranks alongside the likes of Louis C.K. and Jon Stewart. After a brief stint writing for SNL, Attell branched out on his own. When not on the road, Attell makes regular appearances at the Comedy Cellar in New York City. Sunday, Jan. 19, 8 p.m. Tickets start at $29.50. The Paramount, 370 New York Ave., Huntington. Tickets available at ticketmaster.com or paramountny.com.
Old Westbury Gardens maybe closed for the season yet everyone is invited to escape winter’s chill with a special musical interlude in Westbury House’s delightful music room.“Majestic Melodies: An Evening of Piano and Song” pairs the dazzling vocals of Broadway’s Nathaniel Hackmann with the virtuosic talent of pianist Philip Edward Fisher. Hackmann, fresh off his celebrated role as Biff Tannen in “Back to the Future: The Musical,” which just finished its Broadway run, is a powerhouse performer. His commanding stage presence thrills audiences both on Broadway and in concert halls worldwide. He’s joined by Fisher, an accomplished pianist praised for his refined style and exceptional versatility.
Saturday, Jan. 18, 4 p.m. $50; OWG members receive 20 percent discount. Old Westbury Gardens, 71 Old Westbury Road, Old Westbury. For more information and tickets, visit oldwestburygardens.org.
Jan. 25
See a new take on circus-style thrills when the Acrobats of Cirque-tacular visits the Landmark stage, Saturday, Jan. 25 , at 2 p.m. Cirque-tacular features one dazzling circus feat after another in a highenergy, family-friendly flurry of fun. Indulge your curiosity and celebrate your senses as this troupe of acrobats, aerialists and circus specialty artists bend, twist, flip, and fly into everyone’ hearts. Repeatedly praised by critics, for their “mind-boggling artistry and athleticism” and their “great feats of daring at the extreme edges of human capability,” their acts have reached millions live and millions more through appearances on most major television networks. Cirque-tacular’s performers — an ever-changing cast of elite aerialists, acrobats, contortionists, jugglers, specialty acts and world-record holders from Broadway and Las Vegas stages — are hailed as “mesmerizing”, “incredible”, and “truly impressive.” The Acrobats of Cirque-tacular bound from one breathtaking, death-defying feat of acrobatic daredevilry to another. Musclepopping, mind-boggling artistry and athleticism charm and awe the audience.
The performers are revered as cuttingedge leaders of the new American vaudeville movement. Cirque-tacular’s entertainers have shared the stage with a who’s who of A-list celebrities. They leave no stone unturned to test the limits of human mind and body. The fun of their show is doubled with explosive music that complements the performance and act. $38. Jeanne Rimsky Theater at Landmark on Main Street, 232 Main St., Port Washington. Tickets available at landmarkonmainstreet.org or (516) 767-6444.
Nassau BOCES Barry Tech, Long Island’s state-of-the arts career and technical education (CTE) high school, is opening its doors to all students with a passion for a hands-on career. Come and get a “Taste of Tech” at an open house at Joseph M. Barry Career & Technical Education Center, Saturday, Jan. 25, 10 a.m. Following an introduction to the school led by administrators, there will be self-guided tours of the facility. Additional open house sessions are offered in February. Interested students and their families can register for the Open House at nassauboces.org/ barrytech or call (516) 622-6812 for more information. 1196 Prospect Ave., Westbury.
The Kennedy Plaza Farmers’ Market is held at Kennedy Plaza, in front of Long Beach City Hall, every Wednesday and Saturday, 9 a.m.-2 p.m. Come check out locally grown fruits and vegetables! 1 W. Chester St. For more information or to register, visit LongBeachNY. gov.
Visit Long Island Children’s Museum for a workshop honoring Martin Luther King, Jr., Monday, Jan. 20, 11 a.m. and 1 p.m. Families will learn about MLK beyond his “I Have a Dream” speech and gain a better understanding of his impact on the civil rights movement. Also participate in a gallery walk of images from that era and then create a bell to “let freedom ring.”
The program is part of the AdvoKids monthly series that focuses on teaching kids how to advocate for themselves and others and teaching adults how to support their kids’ advocacy efforts. For ages 5 and up. $4 with admission, $3 members. Long Island Children’s Museum, Museum Row, Garden City. Visit licm.org or call (516) 224-5800 for more.
Mah Jongg club
Do you play Mah Jongg and want to meet other community members who play? Join in the game, at Long Beach Library, Wednesdays at 11 a.m. in the auditorium. Practice your skills and have fun while you do it. Bring your own Mah Jongg tiles. 111 W. Park Ave. For more information, visit LongBeachPL. com or call (516) 432-7201.
Martin Luther King Center
Inc hosts the annual MLK Commemorative March to celebrate Dr. King’s life and legacy, Monday, Jan. 20
The March will step off from Laurelton Boulevard and West Park Avenue at 11:30 a.m. and end at the MLK Center. There will be a ceremony at the center following the march. All are welcome.
Do you have questions about your computer or laptop?
Want to learn more about Zoom, streaming movies, or downloading ebooks to your device? Join Long Beach Library’s Tech Guy, every Wednesday, 2-3 p.m. to get answers to your pressing tech questions. 111 W. Park Ave. For information, visit LongBeachPL.org.
Converse, collaborate and create at Family Saturdays at Nassau County Museum of Art. The drop-in program continues, Saturday, Jan. 18, noon-3 p.m. Kids and their adult partners talk about and making art together. While there, enjoy reading and play in the Reading Room, and contribute to The Lobby Project, a collaborative art installation. Registration required. 1 Museum Dr., Roslyn Harbor. Visit nassaumuseum. org to register or call (516) 4849337.
British-born country rocker
Albert Lee performs, Saturday, Jan. 18, 8 p.m., at My Father’s Place supper club. He started his career during the emerging rock ‘n’ roll scene of ‘60s London, when he swapped bands with the likes of Jimmy Page and Chris Farlowe. After moving to the U.S. and assimilating himself into the country music scene, Albert quickly garnered a reputation as one of the fastest guitar players in the business. He recorded a number of solo albums, and won a Grammy in 2002 for his contribution on “Foggy Mountain Breakdown.”
He continues to tour, playing his signature Ernie Ball Music Man Guitar. My Father’s Place at The Roslyn, 1221 Old Northern Blvd., Roslyn. For tickets/info, visit MyFathersPlace.com or call (516) 580-0887.
Mercy Hospital offers a peer-to-peer meeting for breastfeeding support and resources, facilitated by a certified breastfeeding counselor, every Thursday, 10:30-11:30 a.m. Bring your baby (from newborn to 1 year) to the informal group setting. All new moms are welcome, regardless of delivering hospital. Registration required. Call breastfeeding counselor, Gabriella Gennaro, at (516) 705-2434 to secure you and your baby’s spot. Mercy Hospital, St. Anne’s Building, 1000 North Village Ave., Rockville Centre. For information visit CHSLI.org.
The Long Beach Polar Bears will make their annual plunge, Sunday, Feb. 9, on Laurelton Blvd. beach with proceeds benefiting Make-A-Wish. T-shirt sales begin at 10 a.m.; Polar Bears gather at noon and go in the water at 1:30 pm.For more information xvisit LongBeachNY.gov.
Items on The Scene page are listed free of charge. The Herald welcomes listings of upcoming events, community meetings and items of public interest. All submissions should include date, time and location of the event, cost, and a contact name and phone number. Submissions can be emailed to thescene@liherald.com.
Nassau County Museum of Art’s latest exhibition, the original “Deco at 100” coincides with the 100th anniversary of the 1925 Paris International Exhibition of Modern Decorative and Industrial Arts (Exposition internationale des arts décoratifs et industriels modernes) which publicly launched the movement. The direct followup to the well-received 2023 exhibit, “Our Gilded Age,” it comparably links the period’s signature innovation in the decorative arts, Art Deco, to the fine arts. The exhibit encompasses significant cultural advancements during Long Island’s Roaring Twenties/Jazz Age movement, including votes, jobs, and the automobile for women, the beginnings of suburbia with commutation for work, and planned residential communities, which all defined the era, while the following decade brought economic reversals and the WPA program. Works by Louis Comfort Tiffany, Fernand Léger, Guy Pène du Bois, Gaston Lachaise, Elie Nadelman, and Reginald Marsh, among others, along with art deco stylists of poster art and graphics, and photography will convey the Art Deco spirit along with its furniture, decorative arts, and fashion.
Like “Our Gilded Age,” the social scene of Long Island’s Gold Coast, and its personalities — both upstairs and downstairs — will be portrayed, along with the ongoing relationship with the immediate urban context of New York with its skyscrapers and deco-styled architecture. Opens Jan. 18, on view through June 15. Nassau County Museum of Art, 1 Museum Dr., Roslyn Harbor. (516) 484-9337 or NassauMuseum.org.
Long Island Children’s Museum continues its Musical Explorers! Series, with a performance by a Jazz at Lincoln Center ensemble on the museum’s stage, Sunday and Monday, Jan. 19-20, noon and 2 p.m. Charles Turner (vocals), Summer Camargo (trumpet), David Drake (piano), Brandi Disterheft (bass) and David Hawkins (drums) present “Louis Armstrong’s Great Migration.” The program, especially created for young audiences, underscores the deep connection between this American musical genre, Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. and the civil rights movement. $5 with museum admission; $10 theater only. Long Island Children’s Museum, Museum Row, Garden City. Visit licm.org or call (516) 224-5800 for tickets and information.
By JEFFREY BESSEN, CAROLYN JAMES & MOHAMMAD RAFIQ
Special to the Herald
U.S. Sen. Chuck Schumer began with a joke. Matt Cohen, president and CEO of the Long Island Association, moderated a discussion among Nassau County Executive Bruce Blakeman, Suffolk County Executive Ed Romaine and Richard Schaffer, president of the Long Island Supervisors Association. Gov. Kathy Hochul spoke about having an impact.
The ballroom at the Crest Hollow Country Club, in Woodbury, was filled with many appointed and elected government officials, along with many more movers and shakers, on Jan. 10 for the LIA’s annual State of the Region Breakfast.
This is a portion of what the elected leaders had to say.
Sen. Chuck Schumer
The former U.S. Senate majority leader, now the minority leader, began the morning with joke. The punch line of a tale about a woman being sentenced to four nights in jail for stealing a can of four peaches is her husband interrupting the proceeds by shouting, “She also stole a can of peas!”
The room filled with laughter, and then Schumer turned serious on several topics, including his hard work to attain his position in the Senate. He noted that despite the partisanship in Washington, Long Island elected leaders from both political parties are working together to bring federal money to the region.
“I’ll keep fighting for Long Island,” Schumer said, noting a $400 million Federal Emergency Management Agency grant for the Long Island Power Authority to strengthen the electrical power infrastructure.
Schumer said he was committed to reinstituting the deduction for state and local taxes, as should the entire state congressional delegation.
“We should be united in doing that, so that our people will stay here, new people will want to come here,” he said. “There is no reason for any member of the New York delegation shouldsettle for anything less than the full restitution of SALT with no cap.”
Gov. Kathy Hochul
The governor, who traveled to the event on the Long Island Rail Road, noted that the state would be investing $1.5 billion in the LIRR. The state is also allocating over $51 million for public safety on Long Island.
“We have to have the courage and vision to do more,” Hochul said of the issue of affordable housing.
She acknowledged the impact of climate change, from the wildfires in California to the fires in upstate New York in November, and from flooding in the Hudson Valley in July to flooding in Suffolk County in August.
“So, we have to be ready for this,” Hochul said. “We are the first genera-
tion to feel the ill effects of climate change, and we’re the last generation that can do something about it.”
She advocated for offshore wind power generation, saying it’s the way to go.
She also said she was motivated to help businesses big and small, because of the economic hard times she saw growing up. “No large business ever started as a large business — they all started small,” Hochul said, noting her mother’s small business to help displaced homemakers.
Since she became governor, she said, 53,000 jobs have been created on Long Island, and that in 2023 alone, 47,000 new businesses started here.
County Executive Bruce Blakeman Blakeman touted his record as county executive.
“Nassau County was named by U.S. News & World Report as the safest county of all the United States of America,” he said, crediting officers of the county Police Department. “They do an outstanding job,” he said. “The men and women work very, very hard to keep us all safe.”
On the proposed Sands casino, Blakeman said the process is progressing, and he believes the county has the best application.
“I think it will generate a lot of jobs — we’re talking about potentially $5 billion in construction jobs,” he said. “We’re talking about revenue that will be spread out in various communities. I believe that, hopefully, we can get a favorable decision from the licensing board, and we’ll go full speed ahead.”
On affordable housing, Blakeman said, “We have 80-year-old sewers that need to be revitalized … and we need at least $100 million over the next five years to do that.”
County Executive Ed Romaine Romaine declared that “Amtrak is coming to Ronkonkoma,” and spoke about affordable housing. Referring to the state’s push to bring development to Nassau and Suffolk counties, Romaine said he agreed that Long Island would benefit from meeting the housing needs of lower-income residents, senior citizens and young people.
He quickly added a caveat, however. “We also need the infrastructure,
including sewers, to support these projects,” Romaine said, noting that there are 3,400 projects under consideration in Suffolk that can’t be built because the county doesn’t have the sewer capacity — and that is the major obstacle for almost every major project undertaken on Long Island.
Increasing affordable housing on Long Island, once a local and regional issue, is front and center in Albany, as the state — dangling lots of state dollars — urges counties, towns and villages to embrace its new housing initiative. He added that the measure has been greeted with mixed reviews, as local officials remain concerned that opting into the state program will undercut local controls like planning and zoning codes.
Romaine was visibly angry about the taxes that Suffolk residents pay on their home electric and heating bills. He promised to suspend those taxes, as well as the gasoline tax.
“We should make it more affordable for the average person to live here,” he said. If not, people will move off Long Island “like the rest of the state. (People) don’t just vote at the ballot box; they vote with their feet. New York lost (more) people than any other state. That’s a wake-up call.
Supervisor Richard Schaffer
Schaffer, the Town of Babylon supervisor and the Suffolk County Democratic chairman, noted his beginnings in the County Legislature, where he worked across the aisle in the late 1980s and early 1990s.
“We’re not elected to come here and put on a show to make it into Newsday or make it onto News12,” Schaffer said. “We’re here to get things done.” He noted that that is his philosophy, and Romaine’s thinking as well.
“The stars have aligned, and not only do we have people who have known each other for a very long time, but also key, trust each other in order to do the right thing,” Schaffer added of his relationships with Romaine and Town of Islip Supervisor Angie Carpenter.
LEGAL NOTICE
NOTICE OF SALE
SUPREME COURT COUNTY OF NASSAU
SONYMA, Plaintiff
AGAINST Elizabeth M. Kiernan aka Liz Kiernan, et al., Defendant(s)
Pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale duly entered July 26, 2024, I, the undersigned Referee will sell at public auction at the North Side steps of the Nassau County Supreme Court, 100 Supreme Court Drive, Mineola, NY 11501 on February 4, 2025 at 2:30PM, premises known as 88 Michigan Street, Long Beach, NY 11561. All that certain plot piece or parcel of land, with the buildings and improvements erected, situate, lying and being in the City of Long Beach, County of Nassau and State of New York, Section: 58, Block: 99, Lot: 10. Approximate amount of judgment $306,034.75 plus interest and costs. Premises will be sold subject to provisions of filed Judgment Index #002884/2012. The aforementioned auction will be conducted in accordance with the NASSAU County COVID-19 Protocols located on the Office of Court Administration (OCA) website (https://ww2.nycourts.gov /Admin/oca.shtml) and as such all persons must comply with social distancing, wearing masks and screening practices in effect at the time of this foreclosure sale. If proper social distancing cannot be maintained or there are other health or safety concerns, then the court appointed referee will cancel the foreclosure auction. Foreclosure Auctions will be held “Rain or Shine”. Dominic Villoni, Esq., Referee Frenkel Lambert Weiss Weisman & Gordon, LLP 53 Gibson Street Bay Shore, NY 11706 01-047710-F00 83720 150747
hearing the Town Board duly adopted Town of Hempstead Local Law No. 3-2025, amending Section 197-5 of the Code of the Town of Hempstead, to include and repeal “ARTERIAL STOPS” at various locations.
Dated: January 7, 2025 Hempstead, New York BY ORDER OF THE TOWN BOARD OF THE TOWN OF HEMPSTEAD
DONALD X. CLAVIN, JR
Supervisor
KATE MURRAY
Town Clerk 150970
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LEGAL NOTICE NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING BY THE BOARD OF APPEALS
Pursuant to New York State Town Law Article 16, New York State Public Officers Law Article 7, and the Town of Hempstead Building Zone Ordinance, NOTICE is hereby given that the BOARD OF APPEALS of the Town of Hempstead will hold a public hearing in the Old Town Hall, 350 Front Street, Room 230, Second Floor, Hempstead, New York on 01/22/2025 at 9:30 A.M. & 2:00 P.M. to consider the following applications and appeals:
This notice is only for new cases in Point Lookout & Lido Beach within Town of Hempstead jurisdiction. There are additional cases in different hamlets, towns and villages on the Board of Appeals calendar. The full calendar is available at https://hempsteadny.gov/ 509/Board-of-Appeals The internet address of the website streaming for this meeting is https://hempsteadny.gov/ 576/Live-Streaming-Video
Interested parties may appear at the above time and place. At the call of the Chairman, the Board will consider decisions on the foregoing and those on the Reserve Decision calendar and such other matters as may properly come before it.
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LEGAL NOTICE NOTICE TO BIDDERS
Public Notice is hereby given that separate sealed bids for 2023-2024 CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT PROGRAM project will be received until 11:00 AM prevailing time on FEBRUARY 4, 2025 at the Administrative Offices at the LONG BEACH PUBLIC SCHOOLS _located at LONG BEACH PUBLIC SCHOOLS located at 322 LAGOON DRIVE, LONG BEACH, NY 11561 which time they will be received, opened, read aloud and will be made available to the public. The work shall be as follows:
CONTRACT #1- GENERAL CONSTRUCTION
bidders who request more than one (1) set of the plans and specifications will be partially reimbursed for extra sets in accordance with General Municipal Law § 102 if returned in good condition, with no handwritten notations thereon, within thirty (30) days following the award or rejection of the bids.
Any person or corporation who fails to submit a bid will receive the return of a single deposit less reproduction costs if returned in good condition, with no handwritten notations thereon, within thirty (30) days following the award of the contract or rejection of the bids
All bid addenda will be transmitted to registered plan holders via email and will be available at www.jagplanroom.com.
called for in the General Conditions are a requirement of each contract.
LEGAL NOTICE
NOTICE OF ADOPTION OF TOWN OF HEMPSTEAD
LOCAL LAW NO. 3-2025
PLEASE TAKE NOTICE
that, pursuant to Article 9 of the New York State Constitution, the provisions of the Town Law and the Municipal Home Rule Law of the State of New York, both as amended, a public hearing was duly called and held January 7th, 2025, by the Town Board of the Town of Hempstead on the proposed adoption of Town of Hempstead Local Law No. 3-2025, and following the close of the
The LONG BEACH PUBLIC SCHOOSL reserves the right to reject any or all bids submitted, to waive any informality or irregularity in any bid, and/ or to accept any bid in whole or in part and/ or to award or not award the contract, if in the opinion of the LONG BEACH PUBLIC SCHOOLS, the best interest of the SCHOOL DISTRICT will thereby be served. This invitation is an offer to receive bids for a contract. The successful Bidder will be required to execute a formal contract in the form contained in the Contract Documents. Bids received after the time stated in the Notice to Bidders will not be considered and will be returned unopened to the bidder. The bidder assumes the risk of any delay in the mail or in the handling of the mail by employees of the SCHOOL DISTRICTS. Whether sent by mail or by means of personal delivery, the bidder assumes responsibility for having its bid deposited on time at the place specified. No phone, fax or email bids will be accepted.
You are invited to attend public scoping meetings on the Bureau of Ocean Energy Management’s (BOEM) Notice of Intent to Prepare an Environmental Impact Statement for the proposed Vineyard MidAtlantic Project, which would involve the development, construction, and operation of a wind energy facility in Lease Area OCS-A 0544 located in federal waters approximately 20 miles offshore New York and 36 miles offshore New Jersey. The NOI was published on January 15, 2025, and the 45-day comment period will end on March 1, 2025.
envelopes labeled “Vineyard Mid-Atlantic Scoping Comments” addressed to Lindy Nelson, National Environmental Policy Act Coordinator, Environmental Branch for Renewable Energy, Bureau of Ocean Energy Management, 45600 Woodland Road, VAMOREP, Sterling, Virginia 20166. Comments must be received or postmarked no later than March 1, 2025. All comments submitted will be made part of the public record and will be posted publicly without change.
Jueves, 6 de febrero de 2025; 5:00 PM ET: Enlace de registro: https://us02web.zoom.us/ webinar/register/WN_hQ NG-JIZQse1fif9I3lJ2w Número de teléfono para llamar: 888-788-0099 (gratuito), ID del seminario web: 849 1187 7205, Código de acceso: 475272 Martes, 11 de febrero de 2025; 5:00 PM ET: Enlace de registro: https://us02web.zoom.us/ webinar/register/WN_QH 8G8gUFQLquzBv3YLEELg Número de teléfono para llamar: 888-788-0099 (gratuito), ID del seminario web: 821 7912 5031, Código de acceso: 517389
CONTRACT #2MECHANICAL RECONSTRUCTION CONTRACT#3ELECTRICAL RECONSTRUCTION SED # 28-03-00-01-0-001-045LIDO MIDDLE SCHOOL
Plan holders who have paid for hard copies of the bid documents will need to make determination if hard copies of the addenda required for their use and coordinate directly with the printer for hard copies to obtain hard copies of the bid addenda. Bids must be made on the standard proposal form in the manner designated by the Instructions to Bidders and as required by the specifications. Bids must be sealed in opaque envelope clearly marked with name and address of the bidder, contract name and number, opening date for bids , and addresses to: LONG BEACH PUBLIC SCHOOL.
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Each Bidder shall agree to hold their bid price for (45) days after the formal bid opening.
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THE FOLLOWING CASES WILL BE CALLED STARTING AT 9:30 A.M. 49/25. - 51/25. POINT LOOKOUT - Ellen J Dibner, Variances, lot area occupied, rear yard, maintain outdoor shower attached to dwelling; Special exception, maintain accessory structure (shed) with lot area occupied, variance; Maintain 5’ & 6’ wood fence, both forward of dwelling, without clear sight triangle at neighbor’s driveway which may substantially obstruct line of sight., W/s Freeport Ave., 485’ S/o Lido Blvd, a/k/a 75 Freeport Ave. THE FOLLOWING CASES WILL BE CALLED STARTING AT 2:00 P.M. 66/25. LIDO BEACHSchreiber Family Revocable Trust, Variances, lot area occupied, rear yard, construct 1-story additions attached to dwelling which are lower than 2’ above base flood elevation., E/s Cheltenham St., 360’ N/o Ocean Blvd., a/k/a 21 Cheltenham St. ALL PAPERS PERTAINING TO THE ABOVE HEARING ARE AVAILABLE FOR INSPECTION AT THE BOARD OF APPEALS, TOWN HALL, 1 WASHINGTON STREET, HEMPSTEAD, NY 11550.
Complete digital sets of the Contract documents may be obtained online (with a free user account) as a download for a nonrefundable fee of One Hundred Dollars ($100.00) at the following website www.jagplanroom.com under ‘public projects’ beginning on JANUARY 16, 2025. Optionally, in lieu of digital copies, hard copies may be obtained directly from Island Digital Reprographics 200 Broadhollow Road Suite One Farmingdale New York 11735 (631-753-3000) upon a deposit of fifty($50.00) Dollars for each complete set. Checks for deposits shall be made payable to the LONG BEACH PUBLIC SCHOOLS
LONG BEACH PUBLIC SCHOOL is not responsible for bids opened prior to the bid opening if contract number and opening date do not appear on the envelope. Bids opened prior to the date and time indicated are invalid.
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The bid deposit for hard copies shall be refunded to each Bidder only if the plans and specifications are returned in good condition, with no handwritten notations thereon within thirty (30) days following the award of the contract or the rejection of the bid of such person or corporation. Unsuccessful
Each Bidder must deposit, with their sealed bid, security in an amount not less than 10% of the base bid and all Alternate Bids in the proper form subject to the conditions set forth in the Instructions to Bidders (Section 8).All certified checks or bid bonds must be paid to LONG BEACH PUBLIC SCHOOLS. Attention of the Bidders is specifically directed to the prevailing wage rates to be paid under the contract, as well as to other provisions set forth in the bidding documents. Bidder will also be required to show, to the satisfaction of the LONG BEACH PUBLIC SCHOOLS that they are carrying Workers’ Compensation Insurance as required by law and all other Insurance in amounts not less than that specified under the General Conditions. Performance Bonds Labor/Material Bonds and Maintenance Bond, as
Per Article 8, Section 220 of the New York State Labor Law, every contractor and subcontractor shall submit to the SCHOOL DISTRICT within (30) days after issuance of its first payroll, and every (30) days thereafter, a transcript of the original payroll record, as provided by this article, subscribed and affirmed as true under penalties of perjury. The SCHOOL DISTRICT shall be required to receive and maintain such payroll records. The original payrolls or transcripts shall be preserved for (5) years from the completion of the work on the project.
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Se le invita a participar en las reuniones públicas de alcance organizadas por la Oficina de Gestión de Energía Oceánica (BOEM, por sus siglas en inglés) en relación con el Aviso de Intención para preparar una Declaración de Impacto Ambiental para el Proyecto propuesto Vineyard MidAtlantic. Este proyecto incluye el desarrollo, la construcción y la operación de una instalación de energía eólica en el Área de Arrendamiento OCS-A 0544, ubicada en aguas federales aproximadamente a 20 millas de la costa de Nueva York y a 36 millas de la costa de Nueva Jersey. El Aviso de Intención (NOI, por sus siglas en inglés) fue publicado el 15 de enero de 2025, y el período de comentarios de 45 días finalizará el 1 de marzo de 2025. Es necesario registrarse para participar en las reuniones virtuales que se llevarán a cabo en las siguientes fechas y horarios (hora del Este):
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and remain positive. You put one foot in front of the other and do what you have to do.”
Reese loves art, and creating and building things. When she was about 6, before her relapse, her grandmother gave her a set of Legos, and she fell in love with the plastic bricks. “I remember being so happy because I felt independent,” she said, “doing and building something on my own.”
Her second period of treatment dragged on for about two years. Though she was at home for some of it, she also spent weeks, and even months, at a time in the hospital. That took a toll on her energy, and she couldn’t visit with other kids because her immune system was vulnerable.
Spending a lot of time alone, she built all sorts of Lego creations, some based on television shows and movies like “Friends” and the Harry Potter series, and some modeled after houses and buildings. Legos offered her an escape.
They played such an important role in her recovery, it turned out, that she thought they could help others, too.
“Right when I finished treatment, I knew I needed to do something,” she said, “because, yes, I left the hospital, but all these familiar faces that I saw when I went into treatment — my mind was still with them. Because Legos were such a big thing for me, I knew I had to do something with Legos. So we thought of a Lego drive.”
Reese, whose blood has been cancerfree for the last few years, reached out to the school district last fall about col-
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laborating with her, and now she has collection boxes in each elementary school, the middle school and the high school where students and teachers can donate new, unopened Lego sets. There are also boxes at the Bright Eye Beer Co. and in the Long Beach City Hall lobby, each with a scannable QR code so people can connect with Amazon to purchase sets.
The toy drive will run until Feb. 1. So far, nearly 300 Lego sets have been donated, all of them destined for Memorial Sloan Kettering. Reese said that her
initiative has moved some current patients to reach out to her to share their stories and thank her for what she is doing.
“I feel like that’s been the most impactful for me,” she said. “When you’re a kid, you don’t have the life experience to know that other people go through the same things you go through. I would just have liked as a kid to see someone else on the other side of it, to know that, you know, I can do this. That I’m physically capable and mentally capable of beating this.”
Last December, the Long Beach City Council heard about Reese’s initiative, and met with her to thank her for her efforts. Council members said they marveled at her initiative, but Joanna Gallinaro said she is not at all surprised by what her daughter is doing.
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“Right after treatment, she expressed the idea of wanting and trying to find a way to give back and help kids that were in her situation or a similar situation,” Joanna said. “So when she came up with the idea of being able to somehow give or donate Legos back to children that are still undergoing treatment, it didn’t surprise me at all.”
Reese is now active in school and extracurricular activities. She has been a member of a few clubs, took part in “Names Not Numbers,” in which she and classmates made a documentary about Holocaust survivors, and last year she helped with an apparel fundraiser for those impacted by the wildfires in Maui.
She is also a co-captain of the Leukemia & Lymphoma Society’s Student
for reese gallinaro’s Lego drive are posted in each city school, along with the Bright eye Beer Co., and are accompanied by boxes for donations.
Visionary campaign, and has been a team member since her freshman year, when she was recognized for raising the most amount of money out of the group’s members.
Now, as she approaches her senior year and her potential post-graduation career choices, Reese is thinking about studying architecture, an interest no doubt sparked by Legos.
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When I speak to cabinetmakers, assemblers and installers locally, I get a mix of opinions about the quality of the products. First are the components: Many raw materials are hard to trace with imported cabinets, so the type of wood can vary. Because U.S. industry standards are often much higher, the amount of warping and twisting in foreign wood can be greater due to less quality control in the humidity and curing of the solid wood components. The same is true of “engineered” wood products, which come in various types of panels such as wood strips, like plywood, or from glued sawdust pressed together under high pressure. The sawdust and the glues come from unknown origins, and some glue may be made from animal processes, which can lead to a terrible smell as the panel ages.
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While more expensive American-made products are made with higher quality control, it won’t be long before all products go up in price. Price increases notoriously happen at the end of January each year, but with the looming possibility of higher tariffs, you may discover that the old saying, “He that will not when he may, when he will he shall have nay” is accurate. Waiting for a bargain may not save you anything, and you get what you pay for. And “The dissatisfaction of poor quality lingers long after the excitement of a cheaper price has been forgotten.” Good luck!
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As county executive, I have refused to make Nassau a sanctuary county, held the line on taxes even as inflation went through the roof, and brought a common-sense approach to important issues that affect Nassau families. The recent awards our county has received, including being named the safest county in America by U.S. News & World Report and the best county to live in New York by Niche magazine, are a testament to those unwavering principles.
Earning the distinction of being the best New York county to live in can be directly attributed to our safe neighborhoods, world-class programs and facilities, and strong economic opportunities.
We are committed to building on this success in the years to come while protecting our residents’ quality of life from extremist politicians in Albany. Being named the safest county in America reflects the hard work of law enforcement, the strength of our emergencyresponse teams, and our investments in public safety. An increased police presence in Nassau County communities is crucial to maintaining that safety. Since taking office, I have sworn in 291 new police officers and 147 new correction officers and deputy sheriffs.
BTraining Village to ensure that our police officers continue to receive toptier training to protect and serve Nassau families.
eing named the safest county in America reflects the hard work of law enforcement.
While some local governments across the nation are defunding their police, the County Legislature and my office are investing in law enforcement while providing the best training, tools and resources to effectively protect residents and their families. We plan to go further by building a state-of-the-art Police
Protecting public safety also means protecting our residents from the emerging threat of drones. The county utilizes an advanced system that is well ahead of the curve in detecting and tracking drones. I have granted authorization to the Nassau County Police Department to neutralize drones that threaten the public, ensuring the safety of residents. I am also demanding that the federal government share advanced drone-mitigation technology with local police so that we can redirect drones and effectively control our airspace.
As we celebrate all of our achievements, we must also remain vigilant against policies that could undermine our progress. Gov. Kathy Hochul’s Clean
Slate law is a pro-criminal, misguided policy that allows criminals to have their records sealed after committing serious crimes. This law undermines the safety of residents by allowing criminals to avoid accountability, and making it harder for law enforcement to track repeat offenders. I encourage you to contact the governor and your state legislators to tell them that it is wrong! From Clean Slate to cashless bail and sanctuary laws, New York state is headed in the wrong direction, while Nassau County is headed in the right direction. It continues to thrive as the safest and best place to live because of our unwavering commitment to public safety and quality of life. As we face challenges, we must remain vigilant and proactive. Together we can safeguard our communities from misguided policies and enhance the quality of life for all Nassau families. Let us champion what is right for our communities, a safe and prosperous Nassau County for generations to come.
Bruce Blakeman is the county executive.
As I look back on my first few weeks as a congresswoman, I have been guided at every turn by the promise I made on the campaign trail: I will always put Long Island first. When I first decided to run for Congress, I knew the mission was simple: to listen to the concerns of my constituents and to work across the aisle whenever possible to deliver real results for Nassau County. Long Islanders have made it clear that they want action on securing our borders and overhauling our broken immigration system. Its shortcomings are the results of decades of inaction, despite our congressional responsibility to fix these gaps. I said my Day One priority would be fixing immigration and keeping Americans safe, and I meant it. That’s why my very first act in office was crossing party lines to vote for the Laken Riley Act, to prevent future tragedies, protect our communities and deter crime. This bill gives the
Department of Homeland Security the ability to detain those who commit certain crimes while here without legal rights if they have not otherwise been detained. While we work on more comprehensive solutions to address immigration and the border crisis, we must give law enforcement officials the tools to deter crime and protect our communities.
Nassau County residents have been clear: They want solutions, not partisanship.
I have been clear that these comprehensive solutions must start with securing our southern border, a priority shared by many of my constituents. We must hire more border patrol officers, erect physical barriers where necessary, and ensure that law enforcement has the resources to crack down on fentanyl trafficking. While we secure our southern border, we must also be focused on streamlining our asylum process and protecting pathways to legal immigration for hardworking, eligible people who will contribute to our economy.
Second, in every corner of the district, I’ve heard from hardworking Long Islanders of every background who are counting on Congress to tack -
le the cost-of-living crisis. That starts with giving the middle class a tax break by reinstating the deduction for state and local taxes and doing away with the unfair double taxation that is hurting so many of us. In my first week in office, I wrote to House and Senate leadership calling for immediate negotiations to reinstate the SALT deduction in any upcoming tax package. I’ve been clear: We must get this done for New Yorkers, and I look forward to working with my SALT Caucus colleagues on both sides of the aisle to deliver this much-needed middle-class tax relief.
I’ve always been guided by the principles of compromise and bipartisanship. As Hempstead town supervisor, I reached across the aisle to revitalize our infrastructure, reduce taxes and pass anti-corruption reforms. I worked every day with the Town Board’s Republican majority to deliver on the issues that mattered most, while taking aim at government waste and promoting transparency. I’ll bring that same mindset of bridging political differences and finding compromise to
every day of my service representing the 4th District. With the pressing issues we face, it is more important than ever that we reject extremism and work to deliver results on the shared values and priorities that matter most.
Nassau County residents have been clear: They want problems solved, not partisanship. I’ll always prioritize effective governance and policies that directly enhance our communities over party loyalty or political extremism. I will work with anyone, from either party, to deliver what is best for Nassau County.
As I’ve met more of my new congressional colleagues of both parties, I’m hopeful that the productive relationships we’re building enable thoughtful legislation that advances our shared values. America is diverse in creed, thought and background, but we all strive for the same things: lower costs, access to health care, good jobs, and a better future for our children. There is so much more that unites us than divides us, and if Congress can focus on our shared priorities, we can deliver not only for our constituents, but for all Americans.
Laura Gillen represents the 4th Congressional District.
Meta, the tech giant behind Facebook, Instagram and Threads, announced a significant policy shift last week: It will no longer employ independent fact-checkers to monitor and flag false content on its platforms.
While the company says it will continue to remove illegal activity, hate speech and explicit material, the abandonment of fact-checking signals an alarming retreat from the fight against misinformation and disinformation. The decision isn’t just a step backward — it is a surrender that carries grave consequences for the future of public discourse, democracy and social cohesion.
We have seen the potential for misinformation to destabilize our society. From conspiracy theories about election fraud to false narratives about coronavirus vaccines, unchecked falsehoods have exacerbated a public health crisis, deepened our political polarization and even been the cause of violence.
Meta’s platforms have often been central to the spread of such misinformation, because its algorithms often promote and prioritize it. The company’s decision to abandon fact-checking signals that it is no longer willing to bear the responsibility of combating this dangerous trend, leaving a vacuum that bad actors at home and abroad are likely to exploit.
The announcement comes at a time when public trust in crucial institutions like the courts and the media is already at a historic low. By stepping away from fact-checking, Meta is essentially declaring that truth is a relative concept in the digital age. This dangerous idea has dire implications.
If platforms as influential as Facebook and Instagram refuse to differentiate between fact and fiction, the lines between credible information and out-
and-out lies and conspiracy theories will blur even further. This will inevitably empower those who benefit from sowing chaos and confusion, whether they are political extremists, foreign actors, or profit-driven disinformation peddlers.
The broader context of Meta’s decision is equally troubling. Over the past few years, tech companies have faced increasing scrutiny and pressure from both ends of the political spectrum. Some conservatives have accused platforms of censorship, particularly in high-profile cases like Facebook’s suspension of then President Donald Trump following the Jan. 6 Capitol attack. Republicans in Congress and conservative courts have cast social media moderation as government overreach and an attack on free speech.
But Meta’s retreat from fact-checking is not a victory for free speech; it is a capitulation to chaos. Free speech thrives in an environment where truth and accountability prevail. Local newspapers, which are committed to objective journalism, continue to fact-check and be a source of fairness and truth, but platforms without that commitment become echo chambers for lies, propaganda and hate. The removal of guardrails does not level the playing field; it tilts it in favor of those who manipulate information for power or profit.
This creates a toxic environment in which hate speech and antisemitism flourish, as recent trends have shown. Marginalized groups, often the primary targets of such rhetoric, will bear the brunt of the harm.
The Simon Wiesenthal Center, a Jewish global human rights organization, stated that it is “deeply concerned” about the decision.
“This reckless move disregards the immense responsibility social media companies bear in protecting vulnerable
‘The Postal Service continues to adapt and innovate’
To the Editor:
Last week, the U.S. Postal Service held a meeting with the Long Island Postal Customer Council, a gathering that brought together local commercial mailers, business partners and industry professionals.
The spotlight of the meeting was the Postal Service’s 10-year transformation plan, Delivering for America. This ambitious initiative aims to modernize the postal network, enhance service across all mail and shipping categories, and restore long-term financial sustainability. Attendees had the opportunity to understand how this plan has been positively impacting businesses across Long Island.
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communities and mitigating the spread of harmful and dangerous ideologies,” the center said in a statement. “History has repeatedly shown that online hate does not remain confined to the digital realm — it manifests in tragic offline consequences.”
By abandoning its responsibility to curb misinformation, Meta risks alienating users and advertisers who value trustworthy, safe online spaces. In a world where lies often spread faster than truth, elections can be swayed by disinformation campaigns, public health initiatives can be derailed by conspiracy theories and trust in scientific and journalistic institutions can erode beyond repair.
The question of who bears responsibility for curbing misinformation in the digital age is complex, but Meta’s decision sets a dangerous precedent. If one of the most influential companies in the world believes it can abdicate this responsibility without consequences, other platforms are likely to follow. This may well create a domino effect in which the internet devolves into a freefor-all of unchecked falsehoods and extremism.
We must demand better. Governments and regulators must step in where companies such as Meta have stepped back, enforcing stricter rules about misinformation and holding platforms accountable for the content they amplify. Nongovernmental organizations and independent watchdogs must also play a role in promoting digital literacy and factchecking.
Meta’s retreat from that crucial responsibility is more than a corporate decision; it is a warning sign. If we fail to act, the world Meta is helping to create could be one in which truth, accountability and even democracy itself are the casualties.
Long Island is known for many things, from our beautiful beaches and lighthouses to historic sites, great seafood and wineries. yet, beneath the charm and attractions, Long Island grapples with a major obstacle: an aging and insufficient transportation network that can’t keep pace with our growing population.
As Long Island continues to grow, our region faces a challenge that threatens both its economy and quality of life, with a transportation and infrastructure network that is underfunded, poorly maintained, and inadequate to meet the needs of our residents.
Currently, transportation funding is overseen by the New york metropolitan Transportation Council, which includes New york City and several surrounding counties. This arrangement leaves Long Island competing for resources with the largest metropolitan center in the county, a challenge that often means Long Island’s needs are underrepresented and underfunded.
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e have the population and economic output of many states, but not the infrastructure.
The Long Island region’s share of transportation funding has dropped from 23 percent to just 6 percent. We’re in dire need of a fairer allocation that meets the region’s unique needs. This is why we need a dedicated Nassau Suffolk metropolitan Planning organization.
The creation of a Long Island-specific planning organization would ensure that our region has a clear,
Service has introduced several new products and services aimed at helping businesses thrive. From USPS Ground Advantage, a ground shipping solution that provides an affordable and reliable way to send packages in the U.S., to USPS Connect Local, which gives small to medium-sized businesses access to low-cost, sameday/next-day package delivery to local customers in their neighborhood.
We’re giving businesses of all sizes the benefits of USPS’s optimized network.
USPS offers transparent pricing with no hidden surcharges, and Informed Delivery, a free service that gives customers a preview of mail and packages scheduled to arrive soon, and the ability to set package tracking notifications and schedule email reminders for important mail pieces.
At the meeting, satisfied industry partners and business professionals shared their experiences, highlighting how the Postal Service has enabled them to connect affordably with their customers — especially during a period in which business costs are continually escalating.
As the Postal Service continues to adapt and innovate, it remains a trusted partner for businesses on Long Island and across the nation.
Amy GIbbS USPS strategic communications specialist Melville
coordinated approach to transportation planning, empower Long Island to secure its fair share of federal transportation funding, streamline project execution, and drive long-term economic growth.
Long Island would have direct access to apply for federal dollars, bypassing state-level bottlenecks and allowing for tailored projects that address our specific challenges, including solutions to the oakdale merge, the deadly Southern State Parkway and the electrification of the Port Jefferson line of the Long Island Rail Road.
Smaller regions of the state — including Ithaca, with a population of about 107,000 — have their own transportation planning organization that allows them to apply for federal funding directly. And yet, Long Island’s 3
million residents — more people than most major American cities — are grouped in with New york City and other regions.
This is more than a call for funding; it’s a call to recognize Long Island’s unique position as a vital economic and cultural hub. our region has the population and economic output of many U.S. states — we need infrastructure that reflects that.
Long Islanders share a vision for better roads, bridges, and tunnels, expanded transit options, reduced congestion, and an improved quality of life. We deserve a metropolitan Planning organization to secure our region’s future. Thanks to Assemblyman Steve Stern and Senator monica martinez for introducing legislation— now we need the legislature to act and pass A.10705/S.9918 and make this vision a reality.
Mark Herbst is executive director of the Long Island Contractors’ Association.
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Nassau County’s official paper is the Post?
To the Editor:
The Press Club of Long Island, the local chapter of the Society of Professional Journalists, believes that Nassau County’s decision to replace Newsday with the New york Post as its official paper is a disservice to residents.
The decision is also an attack on a free press, viewed by political observers and journalists as punishing Newsday for its watchdog coverage, the essence of journalism’s mission.
Public notices are meant to inform, but fewer readers of the Post in this region mean fewer people will see them. Newsday’s strong local readership and deep connection to Long Island ensure that critical information reaches the community. The Post, with limited ties to Nassau County, lacks the local insight and audience necessary to fulfill this responsibility.
This shift jeopardizes transparency and public engagement. Residents deserve a publication that reflects their needs and understands their community.
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