Players raised their gloves — and plenty of food donations, too. What started as an annual cookout and friendly softball game has transformed into so much more.
The Family Love Foundation’s ninth softball tournament saw old friends come together to raise food donations for hungry people in the community. Story, more photos, Page 3.
By NIColE WAGNER nwagner@liherald.com
In 1982, the Historic Bedell House was transplanted from its home of West Hempstead to Old Bethpage Village Restoration, with promises of renovation. In 2017 it was demolished. That’s exactly the kind of “demolition by neglect” from which the Franklin Square Historical Society is trying to protect its own historical sites.
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The Bedell House, which dated back to 1644, was the “West Hempstead showpiece” of historical houses, Lesley McAvoy, president of the West Hempstead Historical Society, said. Its planned renovations were put off for years, then decades — and then it was too late.
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The concerns in Franklin Square stemmed from worries of possible disrepair in the Franklin Theater, an Art Deco structure designed in 1933 by architect Richard Thomas Short that was designated a historical landmark by the Town of Hempstead in 2019. It is one of 65 historical landmarks.
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The historical society and the civic association have expressed concerns about the town’s Landmarks Ordinance and an apparent lack of protection for historic buildings throughout the town.
“It was let go for so long it became impossible to renovate in a cost-effective manner,” McAvoy said.
Now the Franklin Square Historical Society, working with
Katherine Tarascio, recording secretary for the civic association, brought her concerns to the Town Board in early June. She believes that the town should include a provision in the ordinance that would prevent building owners from
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The annual tradition started as a barbecue to bring people together — now it does so much more
By NICOLE FORMISANO nformisano@liherald.com
When neighbors help neighbors, not just the stomach is fed — the soul is, too. The ninth annual Family Love Foundation softball game was a literal hit, and raised food donations for hungry people in Lakeview and Malverne.
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The near decade-long tradition all started with a barbecue. Michael Walker, of Lakeview, organized an annual cookout and softball game for the neighborhood to enjoy. He then decided to make it into a charity.
“Just to help the community,” Walker said. “I came from poverty myself. So just to reach back and help others.”
One of the biggest obstacles that prevents hungry people from getting help is the stigma that surrounds struggle, Walker said. People don’t want to admit when they’ve been knocked down, and could use a helping hand to raise them back on their feet. That’s why Family Love Foundation always keeps their services anonymous.
“That’s one of the things that people won’t tell you, if a person is hungry”
said Chris Tucker, who collaborated with Walker to organize the event and also regularly holds food drives of his own. “A lot of people deal with pride. And everybody isn’t raised the same way. So you have some people that may ask, but the majority of people won’t say that they’re hungry. So rather than make anybody uncomfortable, you just feed everybody.”
“A lot of people are ashamed, because they feel like that’s something small,” Walker said. “But to get a meal, I think that’s something really huge.”
The event raised around 60 cans of food, which are kept at the Power of
Prayer Evangelical Ministries Church, and at Family Love Foundation members’ houses, if they have deep freezers to spare.
Walker has been organizing events like this for more than 25 years, and often collaborates with Tucker. Earlier this year they created the Family Love Foundation with the goal of expanding their events. The name came from the motto they’ve lived by for the past 25 years.
“Family and love is the foundation,” Tucker said. “So we try to govern ourselves that way — take care of the families, and just show love in the community.”
The event also serves as a reminder that, even if people move away, Lakeview will always be a home to them.
“It was done to just provide something healthy for the community to do,” Tucker said. “It also brings the community together. People come in from out of town, everyone comes back to the table.”
“We can get people together, because that’s what it’s really about,” Walker said. “And that’s what Family Love is about. That’s why I named it Family Love — because we all want to feel part of something. And the best structure, I think, is family.”
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Professional Physical Therapy, on Hempstead Avenue, celebrated its grand opening on Aug. 9 with a ribbon-cutting ceremony. Owner Lou Wipper, third from left, and the staff were joined by Chamber of Commerce co-presidents Elizabeth Krull and Maria Casini, Mayor Tim Sullivan, Trustee Lori Lang and chamber secretary Maria Casvikes. “Our Village Board is always thrilled to welcome and support our local small businesses to Malverne,” Lang said. “Shopping local is so key to keeping our downtown business district thriving.”
Academic achievement is its own reward — but free pancakes are certainly a bonus. The 86 Malverne High School students who earned the distinction of Advanced Placement Scholars for their success on the 2024 AP exams enjoyed a celebratory breakfast, hosted at Malverne High School on July 30, for their achievement. These students went the extra mile over the course of their high school careers. The AP Program recognizes high school students who have demonstrated outstanding college-level achievement through AP courses and exams. Students must meet a rigorous criterion to be eligible for this honor.
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allowing a historic site’s demise by neglecting it.
“While the town can, and has, spent significant money protecting the designated properties, as with the Franklin Theatre,” Tarascio told the board at its meeting on June 4, “(it) has no ability to stop a property owner from allowing, or even hastening, a building’s demise by neglecting it.”
The theater’s destruction would be a loss to Franklin Square, as the Bedell House’s was to West Hempstead. Of 15 historical houses in West Hempstead, most of them dating back to the 1800s, only the George Van Deusen estate, on the corner of Hempstead and Cornwell avenues, still stands. The others mostly became private entities. One is now a KFC. Another is a White Castle. The neglect and subsequent demolition of the Bedell House saw the oldest home in West Hempstead torn down.
Several towns and villages across Long Island have provisions that include mandatory “regular maintenance” of designated historical sites in their preservation ordinances to prevent such cases.
In the Village of Bellerose, owners of historical sites “shall not permit the property to fall into a state of disrepair so as to cause, in the judgment of the Historic Preservation Board, a detrimental effect upon the character of the land-
mark or historic district.” Any property owner who fails to uphold a historic site’s maintenance there is required to restore the property and its appearance prior to the violation, enforceable by the village attorney.
“This serves to not only protect the property from becoming a case for hardship, but also protects the surrounding neighborhood from the fallout of dealing with such a neglected piece of real estate,” Tarascio said.
Historical sites can remain vacant for years, much like the Franklin Theater, whose doors have been closed since 2020. Tarascio reminded the Town Board that deserted and decaying buildings can pose structural risks to surrounding properties as well as safety hazards to bystanders, deter local investment as eyesores, invite squatters and depress nearby property values.
“Abandoned historic buildings left to ruin have the potential to be a catalyst for community breakdown,” Tarascio said. “These are things that a municipality should be working to protect against.”
She said she believed that including a “protection provision” in the town’s Landmarks Ordinance would help preserve Hempstead’s own historical sites, and that the absence of such a provision could be responsible for setting some “dangerous precedents.”
“Disgruntled property owners will continue to use this loophole to skirt the
designation, and inevitably demolish a building that the municipality will have had no choice but to condemn,” Tarascio said. “But ‘demolition by neglect’ is not something that occurs overnight, and the cost of allowing it to happen has a ripple effect that can negatively impact a neighborhood for years.”
Hempstead’s current ordinance was adopted in 1983, and the absence of required regular maintenance in the document is something that members of the Franklin Square Historical Society and the civic association believe should be rectified. Tarascio advised that any addition or amendment to the current ordinance to close this “loophole” be made retroactive, to protect the town’s existing
West Hempstead’s Bedell House was transplanted to old Bethpage Village restoration with renovation plans. it sat abandoned for 30 years, and was eventually demolished. groups are trying to keep the franklin theater from the same fate.
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“If demolition by neglect is allowed to happen once, it will continue to happen,” she said.
“We lose stories,” McAvoy said. “We lose beauty. We lose consciousness of a way of life. We lose how the inventiveness of people has progressed throughout history. Unless you can see the past and then your place in it, it’s hard to envision the future.”
Town officials did not respond to a request for comment about the implementation of a provision protecting historic sites from demolition by neglect or disrepair.
Additional reporting by Nicole Formisano.
By TONY BELLISSIMO tbellissimo@liherald.com
Are you ready for some football?
Next Monday, all 53 Nassau County public high school football programs can begin preparations for the upcoming season, scheduled to open Friday, Sept. 6 with six games leading up to the first full slate the following week.
Aside from eight-time defending Nassau Conference II champion Garden City moving to Conference III, perhaps the biggest news during the offseason was the decision to add an 11 a.m. kickoff slot to Conferences II and IV for the 2024 campaign, and potentially Conferences I and III next year, due to a shortage of officials.
“At this time we don’t have enough officiating crews to cover so many games at the same time,” said Section VIII football coordinator Matt McLees. “We’re at about 16-17 crews. Moving some games to 11 a.m. and others to 3 p.m. allows us to double up certain crews on Saturdays.”
One team largely affected by the earlier start time is Sewanhaka. Not only is head coach George Kasimatis’ squad debuting the school’s new nickname, the Ravens, half of its games will begin in the morning. Fortunately, Kasimatis noted, three of the four 11 a.m. kickoffs are at home. “We travel to Roosevelt in Week 2 and it’ll be interesting,” he said.
Massapequa (Conference I), Garden City (II), South Side (III) and Seaford (IV) won county titles last season, however the landscape has changed with Trojans moving to Conference III. Carey, the new top seed in II, seeks its first county title since going back-to-back in 2013-14 and opens at home versus Glen Cove Sept. 14.
Garden City’s first taste of Conference III football is Sept. 6 at Bethpage. Seaford, which must fend off conference newcomers Wantagh and Plainedge, opens at home Sept. 13 against Island Trees.
Massapequa, which last season was awarded the Rutgers Cup, presented annually to the most outstanding team in Nassau, opens at Oceanside Sept. 6 in game originally scheduled for Thursday, Oct. 10.
Teams choosing to play a full game scrimmage can do so once 10 practices are completed, McLees said, making Aug. 30 the first potential date. Teams can hold joint practices as soon as Aug. 24 and are permitted to play 7 on 7 and also run 10 plays (11 on 11) in full gear. “It’s not a scrimmage by definition but teams can accomplish a lot with the joint practice,” he added.
Nine teams switch conferences
Along with Garden City, eight other teams have switched conferences for the
Sept. 6: Massapequa at Oceanside
Sept. 14: Sewanhaka at Baldwin
Sept 20: Elmont at South Side
Sept. 21: Massapequa at Uniondale
Sept. 28: Calhoun at Mepham
Oct. 5: Oceanside at Freeport
Oct. 10: MacArthur at Carey
Oct. 10: Plainedge at Wantagh
Oct. 10: South Side at Garden City
Oct. 25: Wantagh at Seaford
upcoming season based on enrollment figures: Baldwin, Elmont, Manhasset, Herricks, Wantagh, Plainedge, Roosevelt and Glen Cove. Baldwin returns to Conference II where it spent the 2022 campaign and is seeded No. 10 this season. The Bruins, under new head coach Mike Robinson, open at home on their new turf field Sept. 14 against Sewanhaka. Elmont is the No. 3 seed in Conference III, whilst Manhasset is No. 7. Herricks is seeded eighth in Conference I. Longtime Conference III powers Wantagh and Plainedge are in Conference IV and will meet face to face Oct. 10 at Wantagh. Roosevelt, not long ago a member of IV, bounced to II and opens at New Hyde Park.
Thursday games Oct. 10
The sixth week of the season (fifth for many Conference III teams) will be played on Thursday, Oct. 10 due to Yom Kippur. Games will kick off as early as 2:15 p.m. (Elmont at Sewanhaka) and as late as 6 p.m.
Local coaching changes
Baldwin, East Meadow, Freeport, Mepham, Seaford all boast new sideline bosses.
Robinson is a Baldwin graduate who spent the past two seasons coaching the Bruins’ JV team after six years as a varsity assistant. Keith Lizzi takes over from Vin Mascia at East Meadow, the No. 6 seed in Conference I. Longtime Freeport assistant Jimmy Jones succeeds the legendary Russ Cellan at Freeport. The seventh-ranked Red Devils open at Massapequa. Tom Mazeika is the new head coach at Mepham, the No. 5 seed in Conference II, opens at home versus MacArthur. Seaford and new head coach Mike McHugh kick off defense of the Conference IV title at home against Island Trees.
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Grab your lawn chair and pack your popcorn, because Malverne Summer Theatre is back hosting its third outdoor summer musical extravaganza. They will be performing Shrek The Musical under the stars. Admission is free, so bring the whole family to enjoy the one-night-only production.
“We wanted to give back to the community with a free performance,” said Micheal Messina, Malverne district supervisor of music and fine arts. “To bring all aspects of the community together to enjoy theater.”
The Malverne Summer Theatre started after the Covid-19 lockdown as a chance to allow people to go out and enjoy a performance after such a long time locked away inside. This year they settled on Shrek The Musical as the performance to engage not only kids, but also adults.
“We decided that Shrek was going to be the show this year because we wanted something fun, something light, something that you can bring kids to and they will enjoy, but also the adults will really get a kick out of it too,” said Dave Coonan, who is directing the musical.
and the tradition through.”
The performers consist of current Malverne students, Marlverne alumni and other members of the surrounding community with a love and passion for theater. People of all ages, from 15 to 60, are working together on the show. It’s “a great opportunity for all Malverne theater people of past and present to get together and do a performance,” Messina said.
Cast and crew have dedicated countless hours to the performance, but Dave Coonan is still committed to ensuring it remains a free performance that the community can come to and simply enjoy. His goal, he said, is for all members of the community and in the surrounding area come out to interact with one another and enjoy the performance.
“It’s for the community, this is a special event that pulls the community from all around together,” Coonan said. “And not just the school district community, but towns and villages in the surrounding area. We want everybody to come and see this.
The performers put a lot of work in to bring the community a wonderful performance that all can enjoy. With just six weeks of preparation, the performers are working night and day to have everything polished and live up to the standard of performance they have created.
only that, outside all those hours, the actors have to learn all their lines and songs.”
“Dave and his team have been rehearsing since the end of June, Monday through Thursday, six o’clock to nine o’clock everyday,” Messina said. “Not
“They are completely dedicated, they know what they signed up for and they work really hard to deliver,” Coonan said. “They are the ones carrying the quality
“It’s free because it’s for the community, and it’s for all of us to share our love of theatre.”
Come to Malverne High School on Aug. 16th for this live performance starting at 8pm. It’s a one-night-only event, so don’t miss it. Bring a blanket, your own lawn chair and plenty of popcorn to enjoy Shrek The Musical.
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Breakfast has long been referred to as the most important meal of the day. It’s especially important for kids to start the day off with some nourishment in their bellies before heading off to school. There’s ample evidence to show that the simple act of eating breakfast every day is a big part of maintaining a healthy weight and gives you brain power.
Studies have found that children who eat a healthy breakfast have higher energy levels and better learning abilities than similar students who do not eat breakfast. Harvard University researchers found that those who eat breakfast are significantly more attentive in the classroom and have fewer behavioral and emotional problems.
Of course, many of us find that time is not in abundance in the morning when we are getting ready for school or work. As a result, we grab a couple of bites or gulp down some coffee or maybe some hot cocoa for the kids before heading out or skip breakfast altogether.
Eating a nutritious breakfast is a great way for children to be on target to meet their daily needs for key nutrients, like calcium the all-important bone-building mineral. Children who don’t eat breakfast also are less likely to get all of the essential nutrients they need each day to thrive.
Shake up your family’s milk and cereal routine and think outside the [cereal]box: it’s easy for every family member to find
their favorite way to start the day. Try these ideas to boost school success.
Yogurt packs a punch: Individually packaged yogurts make a healthy and quick meal for anyone in the family. A good source of protein and calcium, yogurt is also filled with helpful bacteria that promote digestive health. And try creating parfaits with layers of vanilla yogurt, fruit and granola. Focus on fruit: Keep a container of fresh fruit salad in the refrigerator. A bowl of mixed fruit is refreshing and healthy.
Satisfying smoothies: Smoothies made from fruit and yogurt are fast and can be stored in portable cups to take in the car on the way to school.
Excellent eggs: Whip up a fast egg sandwich. Saute egg whites in a frying pan and place between two slices of toasted whole wheat bread.
Muffin mania: Make a batch of low-fat, high-fiber muffins over the weekend. Grabbing a muffin and a is an easy breakfast.
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When time is of the essence and the morning seems to be overwhelming, it’s tempting to forgo breakfast despite our best intentions. Therapeutic dietitian Lena Beal, M.S., RD, LD, shares some of her favorite grab-and-go breakfast ideas:
√ Blend one cup of almond milk, half of banana, and bag of frozen blueberries or strawberries for a delicious smoothie.
√ Spread two brown rice cakes with natural peanut butter and add a side of Greek yogurt.
√ Scramble two eggs with low-fat mozzarella cheese. Add baby spinach and salsa and serve on two whole-wheat tortillas.
√ Grab a cup of plain low-fat yogurt and top with fresh raspberries and crunchy wholegrain cereal or granola.
√ Make a bowl of plain oatmeal and add cinnamon, walnut halves and raisins.
√ Spread low-fat cream cheese on a wholegrain toasted bagel. Top with sliced strawberries.
√ Add lean ham and low-fat Swiss cheese to a toasted whole-grain English muffin.
√ If your taste buds just don’t crave breakfast foods, try a peanut butter and banana sandwich on whole-grain bread or even leftover rice mixed with low-fat yogurt, dried fruit and nuts, and sprinkled with cinnamon.
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Parrotheads transformed Eisenhower Park into a seaside paradise on July 25, as Barometer Soup performed their hit Jimmy Buffett tribute show. Fans from all over Long Island came to attend the one-ofa-kind-show as a part of the Eisenhower Park summer entertainment series sponsored by NYU Langone at the Harry Chapin Lakeside Theatre.
Barometer Soup is a Jimmy Buffett tribute band, that seeks to embody the music and lifestyle of Jimmy Buffett and his beloved fans. The band is composed of veteran musicians from Indianapolis, who have been traveling the country for three years, looking to keep Jimmy Buffett’s spirit alive.
Buffett, perhaps best known for songs like “Margaritaville,” “Come Monday” and “Cheeseburger in Paradise,” died last year at 76, following a battle with skin cancer. He was also known for his business ventures, including Jimmy Buffett’s Maragritaville restaurant chain, and ventures in hotels, casinos, liquor and retirement communities.
Barometer Soup had Parrotheads from all over Long Island flocking back to the heart of the county for a great night filled with a lively performance, entertaining vocalists, talented musicians, vibrant shirts and smiles.
Eisenhower Park will continue hosting various entertainment events, including concerts, movie nights, and international nights throughout the remainder of the summer. In a flier shared with Nassau County residents, Bruce Blakeman, the county executive, said “From thrilling performances to family-friendly movie nights under the stars, there’s something for everyone to enjoy.”
For more information on upcoming events, visit NassauCountyNY.gov/parks or call Parks Administration at (516) 5720200. For more on Barometer Soup, visit the band’s website, BarometerSoup.rocks.
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Malverne’s ABC Academy gives kids the opportunity to acclimate both socially and academically
The ABC Academy is in full swing. The summer program, at Maurice W. Downing Primary School, gives incoming kindergartners the opportunity meet new friends, to learn and to have fun.
The three-week program, which started on July 8, prepares students for the upcoming school year socially and academically by engaging them in art, numbers and letters, shapes, music and more. The instruction is led by some of the same Malverne teachers who will have these students in their classes starting in September.
These little sharks were all smiles after making marinethemed crafts.
The summer program gets kids out of their bubble and helps them make new friends before they enter kindergarten.
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With the theme “(WE) are UNSTOPPABLE” running through the day, RichnerLIVE’s second annual Women’s Summit, at the Crescent Beach Club in Bayville, brought together thought leaders, innovators and barrier-breaking women for conversations.
Nearly 300 people attended to hear 27 speakers on various topics — women’s leadership, impact and inclusion, financial fitness, social media — as well as a number of panels. There were 24 vendor booths and multiple raffle prizes at the Aug. 6 event.
Amy Amato, executive director of RichnerLIVE, opened the keynote lunch session with a message that set the tone for the speakers.
“When we envisioned this year’s summit, we were inspired by the resilience, determination and unwavering spirit that women across Long Island exhibit every single day,” Amato said. “Whether in the boardroom, classroom, homes or communities, women are breaking barriers and shattering glass ceilings, and proving time and time again that nothing can hold us back.”
The summit featured wellness activities in the morning before the sessions began — beach yoga, breathwork and reiki, color analysis and meditation.
Four-time Emmy award-winning reporter and anchor Antoinette Biordi, of News12, hosted the keynote lunch panel session.
“I really believe that conversations about women’s empowerment, leadership and mentorship deserve to be heard,” Biordi said. “Everyone here can do something to lift each other up, and for the next generation as well.”
Keynote speaker Carrie Kerpen, founder of the Whisper Group, an exit readiness advisory practice for womenowned businesses, discussed why speaking at the summit was important for her and women in business.
“I think that the pressure that we are under as women in the workplace is causing us to lose touch with what we really want, and we are losing the ability to hear our own intuition and connect with our own intuition,” Kerpen said.
The one area, according to Kerpen, in which women need to improve is getting the appropriate value for their business when it is sold or they leave.
“My hope is to help women business owners take their lifestyle businesses and turn them into life-changing assets to build generational wealth,” she said.
Another keynote speaker, Lindsay Kaplan, co-founder of CHIEF, described how failure is a part of one’s success path.
“We have a tendency as humans to blame failure on ourselves just as much as we often attribute success to ourselves, and timing, luck, and being in the right place at the right time,” Kaplan said. “We are constantly looking at those around us, and it creates this inferiority. We need to focus on our own growth and define happiness for our own terms.”
Stuart Richner, CEO of Richner Com-
munications, said he was impressed by the turnout, and the participants’ dedication to enhancing their business skills.
“Seeing nearly 300 accomplished, dynamic, professional women here is truly inspiring,” Richner said. “Your presence at this RichnerLIVE event demonstrates your commitment to empowering one another and making a positive impact on society.”
The event supported the Moxxie Mentoring Foundation with a portion of the net proceeds, furthering the Heralds’ and RichnerLIVE’s commitment to women’s empowerment. The principal sponsors of the event were T-Mobile for Business, AT&T, Cona Law, the Stefan’s Group, National Grid Ventures, and Nassau University Medical Center. Please visit www. richnerlive.com/2024-wesummit/to view all sponsors and photos.
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By HERNESTO GALDAMEZ hgaldamez@liherald.com
Nassau County Democrats accused Nassau County Executive Bruce Blakeman of not disbursing funds to certain legislative districts and plan to block him from borrowing any more money until he does.
Legislators from those districts say millions of dollars were promised early this year to pay for resources in their communities but remain “locked” by the Blakeman administration in favor of districts led by Republican legislators.
Areas with allegedly withheld first responder funds include Baldwin, East Meadow, Glen Cove, Glenwood, Muttontown, Port Washington, Sands Point and Sea Cliff.
“I’ve never seen things like this happen since my time as a legislator,” Mulé said at a press conference on July 24 alongside other party members. “There is no such thing as a Republican fire or a Democrat fire, there are just fires.
“Shame on anybody who is preventing safety from happening — this is something my colleagues on the majority should be standing up saying, ‘This is wrong,’ ” she added.
Until Blakeman honors the funding requests, which have already been agreed upon with the administration, Democrats will block borrowing until the county executive honors the requests, they say.
Republicans hold a 12-7 majority in the legislature. Blakeman needs a supermajority of 13 votes to approve finance requests for larger countywide projects.
A request in Mulé’s district of Baldwin was made for the Baldwin Fire Department for a new bucket truck last December for $169,241.
“Here we are, seven or eight months later, and we still haven’t heard anything about this project,” Mulé said.
“During my administration, minority members of the legislature received over 2 million dollars for community projects in their districts,” Blakeman
December 15, 2023: $169,241 for Baldwin Fire Department bucket truck
September 30, 2023: $167,500 for the Village of Muttontown Police Department License Plate Readers
July 29, 2021: $100,000 for Port Washington Fire Department turnout firefighting gear
October 31, 2022: $90,000 for Port Washington Fire Department Breathing Air Compressor
February 16, 2022: $70,000 for Sands Point Police Department communications system
August 8, 2022: $37,400 for Glen Cove EMS cardiopulmonary resuscitation devices
wrote in a statement to the Herald. “Previously, the Democrat members of the legislature tried to hijack the capital budget, withholding funds for a variety of infrastructure projects and public safety projects including police body armor.
“If the Democrats are serious about moving projects forward they must immediately pass the capital projects budget and complete their due diligence and paperwork on project requests that to date have been incomplete and lacking important details. I stand ready to work with either side of the aisle,” he added.
According to a list sent to the Herald from the Blakeman administration, Mulé received $285,317 in funding for Sanitary District 2 to purchase a sand blaster in 2022 and a street sweeper cleaner the following year.
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By Danielle Schwab
Old Westbury Gardens lush grounds fill once again with those unmistakable bagpipe sounds and spectacle during a revamped edition of its annual summer festival. This year the popular event’s scope has expanded to celebrate the vibrant traditions of Long Island’s thriving Celtic communities.
Besides those pipers, traditional competitions and highland dancing — along with plenty of entertainment and assorted activities for lads and lasses — there’s much end of summer revelry to enjoy. Everyone will be fully occupied all day, next Saturday, Aug. 24.
This year Old Westbury Gardens staff is hosting solo (without participation from longtime co-hosts Long Island Clan MacDuff). The result is an energized refresh.
“Rather than focusing just on the culture of Scotland, we [wanted to] expand it a little bit so that we could avail ourselves of all of the great Irish bands and step dancers and all of these those things that span both the Scottish and the Irish cultures,” says Maura Brush, Old Westbury Gardens CEO and director.
Pipe and drum bands will fill the air with stirring music transporting attendees to those rolling hills of Ireland and Scotland. An extensive diverse lineup of musical and Irish dance entertainment complements these bands that participate yearly.
Headlining the festival this year, Derek Warfield and The Young Wolfe Tones bring the classic tradition of Irish balladry into a new age. Lead singer, the famed songwriter-storyteller Derek Warfield, is a legend of the Irish music scene who enjoyed phenomenal success for some 40 years with the Wolfe Tones. He’s now gathered some of the finest Irish musicians and singers together to reinvigorate beloved Irish tunes. They bring their musical tradition forward with a reverence for Ireland’s past and the energy and optimism of a new generation.
“Their sound is what so many people probably expect to hear when they come to Old Westbury Gardens,” Brush says.
• Saturday, Aug. 24, 8 a.m. - 5 p.m.
• $25, $22 seniors, $12 children, $12 members; advance purchase required
• 71 Old Westbury Rd., Old Westbury
• Tickets and information available at OldWestburyGardens.org or (516) 333-0048
Harper’s Ferry, a popular local Irish-American folk band also participates, with their appealing mix of traditional and modern Irish tunes combined with Americana and classic rock.
“Our band members are all native Long Islanders with a deep appreciation for local historical sites, especially Old Westbury Gardens,” says s Harper’s Ferry frontman Martin Kearn. “We see each performance as a blessing to spread our passion for Irish and Scottish heritage with the community.”
Other performers include bagpiper-percussionist Jessie Ofgang and soloist Charlie Zahm, who entices audiences with his instrumental prowess and rich baritone. Both have their own unique twist on bringing Celtic culture to melody.
“Their instruments are meant to be played outside in the green fields and we just have the perfect place,” Brush enthuses.
And, of course, it wouldn’t be a Celtic festival without some rhythmic Irish step dancing. The skilled dancers from four distinguished Irish dance academies will impress with their incredible footwork.
As is tradition, what are known as the Highland Games remain one of the festival’s main elements.The games continue to test athletes’ strength in heavyweight contests that date back
centuries, especially the caber toss.
The caber is a long, tapered pine pole or log. The “tosser” balances it vertically by holding the smaller end and then runs forward and tosses it so that it turns in the air with the larger end striking the ground first. Ideally, the pole strikes in a strictly vertical position, and the athletes are scored based on how closely the throw lands at a 12 o’clock position.
Think of it as throwing a telephone pole according to Brush. “It’s a giant log that gets thrown, and then the distance is measured, and whoever throws the throws it the furthest is the winner,” she says.
For the experienced competitor, these logs can be heavier than 125 pounds and longer than 20 feet long.
Tossing the Sheaf and Putting the Stone also attract attention. Tossing the Sheaf involves flinging a bale of hay over a horizontal pole with a large pitchfork. Putting The Stone, is similar to the traditional Olympicstyle shot put, but uses a large stone.
Want to get in on the competition? Visitors are encouraged to go for it.
“There are professionals that will be coming but there are opportunities for amateurs to sign up and participate as well,” Brush adds.
After all that exertion, folks are bound to work up an appetite. Take a moment and check out the food offerings, including fish and chips and Scottish shortbread.
It’s always a fun-filled family day with other unique experiences, including a Birds of Prey exhibition, British automobile showcase, and even curling hosted by the Long Island Curling Club. Kids will enjoy plenty of activities, including a version of the caber toss with lightweight “cabers” and an old-fashioned tug of war.
All involved are eager to welcome both older and newer generations, to preserve the fetival’s rich history.
“We’re not just relying on those who have always come, but also want people who are checking it out for the first time. This can become a new tradition for them,” Brush says.
The 1970s and ‘80s come alive when Double Vision brings their “Foreigner Experience” to the Paramount stage. Whether you’re a lifelong Foreigner enthusiast or a newcomer eager to experience the magic, Double Vision promises a night of electrifying entertainment. The spirit of rock ‘n’ roll lives on, one unforgettable performance at a time, with this group of talented musicians and die-hard Foreigner fans. Double Vision has perfected the art of bringing to life the unforgettable hits that have defined generations. From “I Want to Know What Love Is” to “Cold as Ice,” their renditions are a harmonious blend of passion, precision, and nostalgic energy. Drawing inspiration from Foreigner’s unmistakable sound and stage presence, Double Vision delivers a performance that pays homage to the band’s legacy while infusing their own charisma and enthusiasm.
Saturday, Aug. 17, 8 p.m. $60, $40, $25, $20. The Paramount, 370 New York Ave., Huntington. Tickets available at Ticketmaster.com or ParamountNY.com.
Enjoy an evening of foot-stomping fun with the music of the Zac Brown Tribute Band. Get ready to sing along to all your favorite Zac Brown Band hits, from “Chicken Fried” to “Toes” and everything in between. Founded in 2012, ZBTB is the premier tribute to the chart-topping Zac Brown Band. With 13 numberone singles and three Grammy wins, the Zac Brown Band is one of the hottest names in the music business; ZBTB is the first and most authentic tribute to their recorded music and live show. Not only does ZBTB capture the sound and creativity of ZBB, but they bring a similar atmosphere of family to their shows while engaging the audience in a way that is all their own. With classics like “Enter Sandman” and “Ants Marching”, as well as, modern hits like “There’s Nothing Holding Me Back” and “Little Lion Man” in the set, there’s something for everyone at a ZBTB show
Friday, Aug. 16, 7 p.m. Free admission. Harry Chapin Lakeside Theatre, Eisenhower Park, East Meadow. For information, visit NassauCountyNY.gov.
Disco fever
Boogie along with Disco Unlimited, Saturday, Aug. 24, 7-9 p.m., at Harry Chapin Lakeside Theatre, Eisenhower Park. When Disco Unlimited hits the stage, you are instantly transported to a time when Saturday nights meant white suits, platform shoes and your very best dance moves. And dance you will — when you experience the magic created when the boogie begins.
Capturing a time in music that to this day has not been matched, the exhilarating band will draw you in with their powerful vocals, tight harmonies and dance grooves all coupled with a synchronized stage and light show that creates an unforgettable concert experience — the best of disco nights. Close your eyes and you will truly believe you are listening to the original artists. Hear the best of Tavares, France Jolie, The Trammps, Harold Melvin’s Blue Notes, Yvonne Elliman, Anita Ward, Deney Terrio, George McCrae, Bonnie Pointer, Melba Moore, Maxine Nightingale, Carol Douglas, and so much more. Joe Cool, Sista Soul, Funky Sista, Strat Cat, Wild Jerry and The MacDaddy comprise this group of unique and experienced musicians who love and live this era of music. As always, bring seating. For information, visit NassauCcountyNY.gov/parks.
Theatre Playground returns to Long Island Children’s Museum with “Dramatic Play!,” Monday, Aug. 19, 1 p.m., taught by Lisa Rudin, Director of Theatre Playground. In this interactive, theater-inspired workshop, children will act out an original story and help choose how it unfolds. Music, props, and sound effects create a theatrical world where participants are immersed in the story. Children are encouraged to express themselves as they create characters, stretch their imaginations and build self-confidence. Costumes encouraged. $5 with museum admission. Museum Row, Garden City. (516) 224-5800 or LICM.org.
It’s like Animal Crossing in real life! Kids ages 6-12 can participate in the scavenger hunt and critter-themed craft based off the hit video game. Friday, Aug. 30, 10-11:30 a.m., at Hempstead State Lake Park. Registration is not required.
‘Sunday Science’ Workshop
It’s a bug’s life at the Center for Science Teaching & Learning, Sunday, Aug. 18, 10-11:30 a.m. Kids are of all ages are invited to explore bugs at Tanglewood Preserve during the hands-on drop-off program. Kids will meet exotic invertebrates from around the world and find out what makes each one special, then search the preserve’s grounds to see what bugs live in our backyard. Registration required. 1450 Tanglewood Road, Rockville Centre. Register at ctsl.org or call (516) 7640045.
Keep up with what’s going on in the district when the Board of Education meets, Tuesday, Aug. 27, 8 p.m., in Malverne Performing Arts Center at Malverne High School. 80 Ocean Ave.
Malverne’s Summer Concert Series continues with the Cold Spring Harbor Band, Saturday, Aug. 31, 7:30 p.m., at Westwood Park. The Billy Joel tribute band performs a highpowered concert that’s always a crowd pleaser.
Bring the kids to Old Westbury Gardens for a Seasonal Sprouts session, Wednesday, Aug. 21, 11 a.m.-noon. Children (ages 4 to 6) can tour the gardens with guided activities exploring smells, sight, sound, and touch, even taste in planting a tasty veggie. $8 per child, $15 adult. Registration required. Old Westbury Gardens, 71 Old Westbury Rd., Old Westbury. For information, visit OldWestburyGardens.org or contact (516) 333-0048.
Grab your lunch and join Nassau County Museum of Art Docent Riva Ettus for her popular “Brown Bag Lecture” at the museum, Thursday, Sept. 5, 1 p.m. She’ll discuss the current exhibition, “Seeing Red: Renoir to Warhol.” Participants are invited to ask questions at the end of the in-depth program and also participate in a guided exhibition tour following the lecture. No registration required, but limited seating. Nassau County Museum of Art, 1 Museum Dr., Roslyn Harbor. (516) 484-9337 or NassauMuseum.org.
Adopt your “fur-ever” friend this summer. There’s no better time to adopt a new pet than during the ”summer of love” at the Town of Hempstead Animal Shelter. Now through Sept. 1, all pet adoption fees are waived and include free spaying/ neutering, vaccinations and microchipping.
There is a $10 license fee for dogs. Check out the friendly faces of the dogs and cats before stepping foot in the shelter online at HempsteadNY.gov/179/ Animal-Shelter or on the shelter’s Facebook page at Hempstead Town Animal Shelter. For more information, contact (516) 785-5220.
‘Shrek the Musical’
Enjoy Malverne Summer Theatre’s one-night-only staging of “Shrek the Musical,” Friday, Aug. 16, 8 p.m. Performance is outdoors at Malverne High School. Free admission. Bring seating. Rain date is Aug. 17. 80 Ocean Ave.
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Circus antics
Get in on the action with I. FLY Trapeze, Long Island’s only flying trapeze and circus arts school. Families will enjoy “Wild West Circus,” Saturday, Aug. 17, at 8 p.m., at Eisenhower Park. I.FLY Trapeze puts spectators up close to the aerialists who perform amazing feats of athleticism and agility 25 feet in the air. Performances include Chains, Silk and Lyra, with comedy and on the grounds acts with Balancing and Baton, also a Flying Trapeze Finale. Next to the Nassau County Aquatic Center off Merrick Ave., East Meadow. Free parking available in lot 1A adjacent to the trapeze. For more information, visit IFlyTrapeze.com.
Barks and Brews
Visit Broadway Tavern for “Barks and Brews,” Sundays, noon to 2 p.m. Enjoy food, drinks and adorable pups. Everyone is encouraged to bring their dogs to the event, which has an open yard, water and treats waiting for their furry friends. 8 Broadway, in Malverne.
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Nassau County Museum of Art ‘s latest exhibition
“Seeing Red: Renoir to Warhol,” reveals the many meanings, connotations, and associations of this powerful color in art. Evoking strong emotion, red can represent the human condition. Its myriad variations have come to signify authority as well as love, energy and beauty. Red warns us of peril and commands us to stop, but it can also indicate purity and good fortune. Red boldly represents political movements and religious identities. From the advent of our appreciation for this color in antiquity to its continued prominence in artistic and popular culture, this exhibition will span various world cultures through a range of media. It features more than 70 artists, both established and emerging, ranging from the classical to the contemporary. American portraitists such as Gilbert Stuart imbued red in their stately paintings of prominent individuals to conjure authority. Robert Motherwell, Ad Reinhardt, and other major abstract painters displayed a deep fascination with red in their commanding compositions that evoke a sense of chromatic power. And, of course, Andy Warhol is known for his bold and imposing silkscreened portrait of Vladimir Lenin saturated in bright red to his signature Campbell’s Soup Cans. On view through Jan. 5. Nassau County Museum of Art, 1 Museum Dr., Roslyn Harbor. (516) 484-9337 or NassauMuseum.org.
Enjoy a film outdoors on Eisenhower Park’s big screen, Wednesday, Aug. 21, dusk, at the Harry Chapin Lakeside Theatre. See last year’s summer sensation “Barbie.” Starring Margot Robbie as the title character and Ryan Gosling as Ken, the film follows them on a journey of self-discovery through Barbieland and the real world following an existential crisis. It is also a commentary regarding patriarchy and the effects of feminism. Eisenhower Park, Lakeside Theatre, East Meadow. For information, visit NassauCountyNY.gov.
There’s another chance to see Risky Business as part of the Malverne Summer Concert Series. The event has been rescheduled to Friday, Aug. 23, at 7:30 p.m., at Gazebo Park in Malverne.
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Nassau County officials are reminding residents to remain vigilant of scams and the different types of ways scammers will attempt to steal your assets.
By JORDAN VALLONE jvallone@liherald.com
Following several reported scams, that have led to arrests in Nassau County, including an elder scam in East Meadow on July 31, the county is reminding residents to be vigilant and know the warning signs of potential scams.
According to a news release shared by the Nassau County Police Department and Patrick Ryder, commissioner of police, the county is urging residents, particularly seniors, to remain vigilant as numerous scams continue to circulate in the area.
Just last month, two Bronx men were arrested after attempting to scam a 73-year-old East Meadow resident. The men allegedly called the East Meadow man, and told him his bank account had been compromised. Police were called and the men were arrested without incident. A subsequent investigation revealed that they were responsible for numerous additional scams.
Fraudulent activities by scammers are designed to exploit vulnerable individuals, costing them thousands of unrecoverable dollars.
One of the more prevalent scams is the home improvement scam, where fraudulent contractors approach homeowners with unsolicited offers for home inspections or repairs. In some cases, these individuals even cause damage themselves to justify their services. Residents are advised not to let unknown persons into their homes and to avoid paying for work that wasn’t approved or completed. To protect themselves, they should try to pay by check or credit card to ensure a record of the transaction.
Another scam that has been reported is the flat tire scam. Victims are often targeted shortly after exiting a bank or shopping center. The scam involves a staged flat tire, where a seemingly helpful person offers assistance. While the victim is distracted, an accomplice enters their vehicle and steals property.
The relative arrested scam is also a common tactic used by scammers. Victims receive a phone call informing them
that a relative has been arrested or involved in an accident. The caller demands bail money, often arranging to meet the victim in person or instructing them to pay with gift cards.
In the social security scam, scammers claim that the victim’s Social Security number has been used in fraudulent activities. They threaten financial loss unless the victim provides their bank account information or sends gift cards.
The IRS scam involves callers impersonating IRS agents, claiming that the victim is in danger of being arrested or fined due to tax discrepancies. Victims are pressured to make immediate payments, often via gift cards, which the IRS would never request.
Other scams include the lottery scam, where victims are falsely notified that they have won a cash prize but must pay a handling fee to claim it, and the computer scam, in which victims receive a message while online stating there is a problem that requires remote access control to fix. The scammer then gains access to personal information and online banking details, stealing funds.
Additionally, the arrest warrant scam sees victims receiving a message from supposed law enforcement officers requesting gift cards to void an arrest warrant, while the PSEG Scam targets residents and small business customers, demanding immediate payment to avoid service disconnection.
The Amazon scam alerts victims to fraudulent activity on their accounts and instructs them to pay off the balance with gift cards.
Illegal scams are costing honest citizens significant amounts of money, the county says. Nassau County officials are urging residents to stay informed and share this information with family members, neighbors, and particularly the elderly, to help prevent further victimization.
Those who believe they’ve been a victim of a scam should call 911 immediately. Residents with information that could lead to the arrest of those responsible are encouraged to contact Nassau County Crime Stoppers at (800) 244-8477.
LEGAL NOTICE NOTICE OF FORMATION OF LIMITED LIABILITY COMPANY. NAME: J.K.W. Improvements, LLC. Articles of Organization were filed with the Secretary of State of New York, (SSNY) on 06/14/24. NY Office location: Nassau County. SSNY has been designated as agent of the LLC upon whom process against it may be served. SSNY shall mail a copy of the process to:82 Broadway Malverne NY 11565
Purpose: To engage in any lawful act or activity.
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LEGAL NOTICE NOTICE OF SALE SUPREME COURT COUNTY OF NASSAU, WILMINGTON SAVINGS FUND SOCIETY, FSB, NOT IN ITS INDIVIDUAL CAPACITY BUT SOLELY AS OWNER TRUSTEE FOR VERUS SECURITIZATION TRUST 2020-NPL1, Plaintiff, vs. MILBURNSTEAD HOMES INC, ET AL., Defendant(s). Pursuant to an Order Confirming Referee Report and Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale duly entered on October 19, 2023, I, the undersigned Referee will sell at public auction on the front steps on the north side of the Nassau County Supreme Court, 100 Supreme Court Drive, Mineola, NY 11501 on September 4, 2024 at 2:00 p.m., premises known as 166 Milburn Avenue, Hempstead, NY 11550. All that certain plot, piece or parcel of land, with the buildings and improvements thereon erected, situate, lying and being in the Incorporated Village of Hempstead, County of Nassau and State of New York, Section 36, Block 84 and Lots 291-292 and 320-321. Approximate amount of judgment is $544,187.72 plus interest and costs. Premises will be sold subject to provisions of filed Judgment Index #600062/2022. This foreclosure sale will be held on the north side steps of the Courthouse, rain or shine. COVID-19 safety protocols will be followed at the foreclosure sale. If proper social distancing cannot be maintained or there are other health or safety concerns, the Court Appointed Referee will cancel the sale.
Jeffrey Fox, Esq., Referee Friedman Vartolo LLP, 85 Broad Street, Suite 501, New York, New York 10004, Attorneys for Plaintiff. Firm File No. 212394-1 148191
LEGAL NOTICE Notice hereby given that a license, application ID NA-0111-24-127412for Beer and Cider has been applied for by the undersigned to sell Beer and Cider at retail in a Eating Place under the Alcoholic Beverage Control Law at 606 Woodfield Road, West Hempstead NY County of Nassau for On Premises Consumption. “W & O Villela Corporation. dba Willy’s Deli & Restaurant” 148372
LEGAL NOTICE NOTICE OF ADOPTION OF TOWN OF HEMPSTEAD LOCAL LAW NO. 53-2024
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 08/21/2024 at 2:00 P.M. to consider the following applications and appeals:
THE FOLLOWING CASES WILL BE CALLED STARTING AT 2:00 P.M. 549/24. WEST HEMPSTEAD - Aldad & Sons Realty, Inc., Special exception for place of public assembly & amusement proposed (“The Little Gym”) in existing building., N/W cor. Hempstead Tpke. & Cherry Valley Ave., a/k/a 490 Hempstead Tpke. (Cherry Valley Shopping Center) ALL PAPERS PERTAINING TO THE ABOVE HEARING ARE AVAILABLE FOR INSPECTION AT THE BOARD OF APPEALS, TOWN HALL, 1 WASHINGTON STREET, HEMPSTEAD, NY 11550. This notice is only for new cases in West Hempstead 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. 148433
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 August 6th, 2024, by the Town Board of the Town of Hempstead on the proposed adoption of Town of Hempstead Local Law No. 53-2024, and following the close of the hearing the Town Board duly adopted Town of Hempstead Local Law No. 53-2024, amending Section 202-1 of the Code of the Town of Hempstead, to include and repeal “PARKING OR STANDING PROHIBITIONS” at various locations. Dated: August 6, 2024 Hempstead, New York BY ORDER OF THE TOWN BOARD OF THE TOWN OF HEMPSTEAD
DONALD X. CLAVIN, JR. Supervisor
KATE MURRAY Town Clerk 148434
LEGAL NOTICE NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN, that the Village of Malverne will accept sealed bids for the purchase of two (2) 2025 Ford Interceptor Utility AWD vehicle for the Malverne Police Department. Sealed bids must be returned to the Village Clerk, Village of Malverne, 99 Church Street, Malverne, NY 11565 no later than 11:00 AM on Tuesday, September 17, 2024 at which time they will be opened and read in the Office of the Village Clerk. The Board of Trustees reserves the right to reject any and all bids. Bid specifications are available at www.malvernevillage.org or between the hours of 8:30 AM and 4:30 PM at the Office of the Village Clerk.
BY ORDER OF THE BOARD OF TRUSTEES Inc. Village of Malverne Jill Valli, Village Clerk Dated: 8/15/2024 148428
LEGAL NOTICE NOTICE OF SALE SUPREME COURT COUNTY OF NASSAU MORTGAGE ASSETS MANAGEMENT, LLC F/K/A REVERSE MORTGAGE SOLUTIONS, INC., Plaintiff AGAINST HOWARD HARRIS AS HEIR TO THE ESTATE OF MAMIE LEE MYERS, WHO WAS THE SURVIVING SPOUSE OF ARTHUR H. MYERS, KAREN TUCKER AS HEIR TO THE ESTATE OF ERNESTINE TUCKER, WHO WAS HEIR TO THE ESTATE OF MAMIE LEE MYERS, RODERICK TUCKER AS HEIR TO THE ESTATE OF ERNESTINE TUCKER, WHO WAS HEIR
TO THE ESTATE OF MAMIE LEE MYERS, ERVINA TUCKER AS HEIR TO THE ESTATE OF ERNESTINE TUCKER, WHO WAS HEIR TO THE ESTATE OF MAMIE LEE MYERS, MAMIETT TUCKER AS HEIR TO THE ESTATE OF ERNESTINE TUCKER, WHO WAS HEIR TO THE ESTATE OF MAMIE LEE MYERS, REGINALD TUCKER AS HEIR TO THE ESTATE OF ERNESTINE TUCKER, WHO WAS HEIR TO THE ESTATE OF MAMIE LEE MYERS, CHRISTOPHER TUCKER AS HEIR TO THE ESTATE OF ERNESTINE TUCKER, WHO WAS HEIR TO THE ESTATE OF MAMIE LEE MYERS, EBONIK TUCKER AS HEIR TO THE ESTATE OF ERNESTINE TUCKER, WHO WAS HEIR TO THE ESTATE OF MAMIE LEE MYERS, TATIANA KINARD AS HEIR TO THE ESTATE OF ERNESTINE TUCKER, WHO WAS HEIR TO THE ESTATE OF MAMIE LEE MYERS, UNKNOWN HEIRS AS HEIR TO THE ESTATE OF MAMIE LEE MYERS, WHO WAS THE SURVIVING SPOUSE OF ARTHUR H. MYERS, et al., Defendant(s) Pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale duly entered November 8, 2023, I, the undersigned Referee will sell at public auction at the North Side steps of the Nassau County Supreme Court, 100 Supreme Court Drive, Mineola, NY 11501, ‘Rain or Shine’ on September 12, 2024 at 2:00PM, premises known as 243 COVENTRY ROAD SOUTH, WEST HEMPSTEAD, NY 11552. All that certain plot piece or parcel of land, with the buildings and improvements erected, situate, lying and being in the Village of Lakeview, Town of Hempstead, County of Nassau and State of New York, Section 35, Block 538, Lot 16. Approximate amount of judgment $339,000.77 plus interest and costs. Premises will be sold subject to provisions of filed Judgment Index #609858/2019. The aforementioned auction will be conducted in accordance with the NASSAU County COVID-19 mitigation protocols and as such all persons must comply with social distancing, wearing masks and screening practices in effect at the time of this foreclosure sale. If proper social distancing cannot be maintained or there are other health or safety concerns, then the court appointed referee will cancel the foreclosure auction. Foreclosure Auctions will be held “Rain or Shine”. Ronald J. Ferraro, Esq., Referee Gross Polowy, LLC 1775 Wehrle Drive Williamsville, NY 14221 19-002206 81571 148302
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Franklin Square $676,200 Anderson Avenue. Ranch. 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms. Partial finished basement. Generously sized eat-in kitchen, Formal dining room. Rear extension for den/fourth bedroom. Updates include new heating system, central air conditioning. Nice size yard with paver patio. 2 car garage. Convenient location near shopping.
Taxes: $12,471
Freeport $845,000
Ann Drive East. Ranch. 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms. Eat-in kitchen. Open layout. Updates include vaulted ceiling.
Taxes: $11,143.48
Hewlett Harbor $3,900,000
Thixton Drive. Estate. 9 bedrooms ,8.55 bathrooms. Gourmet eat-in kitchen with granite countertops and pantry. Formal dining room. Den/family room, home office, exercise room/sauna, also wet bar and guest quarters. First floor bedroom. Cathedral ceiling and skylight. Security system. Magnificent one-of-a-kind 1,2000 square foot home with stunning views of the water and adjacent to the golf course.
Taxes: $106,213.42
Long Beach $910,000
Atlantic Avenue. Colonial. 4 bedrooms, 2.5 bathrooms. Eatin kitchen with granite countertops. Open layout. Formal dining room. Den/family room and sauna/steam room. Updates include cathedral ceiling and skylight.
Taxes: $15,561.70
Malverne $845,000
Horton Street. Ranch. 3 bedrooms,1.5 bathrooms. Eat-in kitchen. Open layout. Master bedroom with walk-in closet. Taxes: $15,205
Merrick $1,200,000
Judith Drive. Splanch, 5 bedrooms, 3.5 bathrooms. Finished basement. Eat-in kitchen with granite countertops and pantry. Open layout. Formal dining room. Den/family room, home office and exercise room. Ensuite master bedroom with walkin closet. Updates include cathedral ceiling and skylight.
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Q. We are near the end of our building project, which included a second floor and removing walls between our kitchen and living room. Our contractor hasn’t been answering the phone, and we learned that our building permit is still “open,” and remains that way until the contractor follows through, as our contract states. We are so frustrated, because it took much longer than we were promised, we spent much more than expected staying in a cheap hotel (if you call it that) and we moved back in even though, technically, we are told it is illegal. Our electrician and plumber, we now learn, didn’t get permits signed off, either, even though they gave their names and licenses to the building department. The building inspector says the construction doesn’t match the plans, and updated plans must be submitted for us to even be considered finished. What can you tell us about how to move forward and finish this off?
A. Spoken words and contracts used to mean something. I prefer to believe they still do, but I am seeing parties ignoring their commitments and, worst of all, not even having the decency to communicate. I try to warn clients to have a contingency plan for worst-case scenarios.
In my long career, I have seen only two projects come in on budget, one commercial and one residential. What both had in common was that they both had an experienced construction manager on the job. That cost the owner more — much more — but in the end, the plans were followed to the letter, the sign-offs were all done, the certifications were issued and the occupancy took place on the day it was scheduled to. Considering the other 4,500-plus projects I’ve done, that is a sad record.
At this point you have no choice. The plans that were not followed require re-measuring, and the plans need to reflect the changes. In many circumstances I have witnessed, this is easier said than done, because if the construction changes ignored structural load paths, hidden conditions now buried behind wall coverings or code violations, the architect or engineer of record is not obligated to just go along with the defective work. Unfortunately, this unfairly strains the relationship with the architect or engineer.
The missing-in-action construction professionals, your licensed contractor, licensed plumber and licensed electrician, have obligations, not the least of which is to communicate with you, but the authorities giving the licenses and your building authority rarely protect you, often telling you that it is a “civil matter.” So much for consumer protection, because you are stuck and will need to decide who you can hire to take over the electrical sign-off, the plumbing sign-off and finally, after those are done and the plans have been modified and reapproved, then you will need to call for the final inspection yourself. Follow-up can be time-consuming, but it may be the only way around the situation. Good luck!
© 2024 Monte Leeper
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Taking an evening off from Donald Trump, Kamala Harris and the frenzied world of politics in general, I recently sat down with my 20-year-old grandson Jack, who is staying with us for the summer, to bingewatch the HBO Max four-part special on Pete Rose, “Charlie Hustle.”
Every baseball fan, as well as many people who aren’t even sports fans, is aware of Pete Rose — either because of his truly outstanding 24-year major league career as a player, plus several years as a manager, or for the swirl of controversy that has surrounded him since he left baseball over three decades ago.
Rose came up to the major leagues with the Cincinnati Reds in 1963 and played there until 1978, and again from 1983 until 1986, after stints with the Philadelphia Phillies and Montreal Expos. He also managed the Reds until 1989, following two seasons as player-manager. During his playing career, he set records that should have guaranteed his permanent placement in baseball’s version of Mount Rushmore, the Hall of Fame in
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one hundred people serve in the United States Senate. They represent the entire political spectrum, from far left to far right. There are definitely zealots, such as Bernie Sanders, the Democrat from Vermont, and Tom Cotton, the Arkansas Republican, and then there are the middle-of-the-road members, such as Chuck Schumer, Democrat of New York, and Lisa Murkowski, Republican of Alaska.
upstate Cooperstown.
Rose had more hits — 4,256 — and played in more games — 3,562 — than any player in major league history. He was selected for 17 All-Star games, won three batting titles and was named the National League’s Most Valuable Player once and the World Series MVP once. His entire list of achievements could fill this column and more.
Those achievements are virtually unmatched in the history of baseball, and dwarf those of many players in the Hall of Fame. If ever there should have been a sure thing for baseball immortality, it was Pete Rose.
Should his ban from baseball, and the Hall of Fame, continue? Opinions differ.
Probably the easiest way to describe Rose the person, however, is that as great a ballplayer as he was, he was that much of a jerk. He was a degenerate gambler. He bet not just on horses, greyhounds and at casinos, but also, despite almost two decades of denials, on baseball, which has been that sport’s cardinal sin since the 1919 World Series, when players on the Chicago White Sox — the infamous “Black Sox” — threw the World Series and were banned from baseball for life.
Generations later, after an extensive investigation, Commissioner Bart Gia-
matti concluded that Rose had gambled on baseball and banned him for life. There was no evidence, however, that Rose ever bet against his own team, which was what doomed the Black Sox. Soon after his banishment from baseball, Rose was charged by the IRS with tax evasion and sentenced to five months in federal prison. Most jarring to him was the Hall of Fame’s decision not to admit any player who had been banned for life.
In the years since, Rose has been like a man without a country. He has made good money at autograph shows, sports forums and media appearances. But he has been almost desperate for Hall of Fame membership. In his 2000 book, “My Prison Without Bars,” he finally admitted to betting on baseball, while still insisting he had never bet against his own team.
The debate has raged among baseball fans about Rose’s Hall of Fame eligibility. My son Sean, who was with me at Shea Stadium on July 25, 1978, when Rose tied the National League 37-consecutive-game hitting streak record, thinks that enough time has passed to end the lifetime ban and allow Rose into the Hall of Fame. My grandson Jack, who played a lot of good baseball in his teenage
years, agrees, as do I.
The “Charlie Hustle” documentary, however, made us rethink. In it, allegations are made by a longtime associate that Rose engaged in cocaine deals to finance his gambling habit. There was an accusation by a woman claiming sexual involvement with Rose 40 years ago, when she was underage. Though corroborating evidence hasn’t been made public, there was an out-of-court settlement, and Rose became his own worst enemy when he answered a female reporter’s inquiry on the matter with a stupid sexist comment.
In most of the documentary, Rose comes across as friendly and carefree, like a Huckleberry Finn or a Little Rascal. But then there are jarring, crude comments and proof that he is a chronic and habitual liar, which takes away much of that rustic charm.
Jack now thinks Rose’s bans from baseball and the Hall of Fame should continue. Sean and I concluded that the baseball ban should continue, but he should be allowed entry into the Hall, provided that his plaque makes clear that the honor is only for his achievements on the field.
The debate continues.
Peter King is a former congressman, and a former chair of the House Committee on Homeland Security. Comments? pking@ liherald.com.
he get into this unique situation? His career track is similar to many other senators. He’s a graduate of Princeton University and Harvard Law School. He was known as an excellent debater, and his criminal law professor, Alan Dershowitz, said Cruz was “off-the-charts brilliant.”
Then there is Sen. Ted Cruz, the Texas Republican. I single out Cruz because he stands head and shoulders above all the other senators, for all the wrong reasons. Cruz is running for re-election this year, but this discussion has nothing to do with his current campaign. An article in a Long Island weekly newspaper isn’t going to sink the re-election efforts of this very strange public official. For those who follow the action in the Senate, Cruz has the distinction of being the most disliked member of the body, on both sides of the aisle. How did
went so far as to publish a “Compendium of People Who Hate Ted Cruz.” His former roommate called him “a nightmare of a human being.”
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e called Trump a ‘pathological liar,’ but guess who ‘Lyin’ Ted’ supports now?
He got his first taste of politics in 1999, when he went to work on the George W. Bush presidential campaign. He practiced law, and then decided to run for the Senate in 2013. With the help of the Tea Party movement, Cruz became the first Hispanic American from Texas to be elected to the Senate. All seemed normal up to that point, but as time passed, he became more and more irritating to his fellow senators. By 2013 he had earned the distinction of being called a “wacko bird” by his colleague the late Sen. John McCain.
The barbs weren’t just from fellow senators. The Dallas Observer wrote that Cruz “defied the odds to become the most unpopular member of the U.S. Senate, a body of people whose collective approval rating falls below approval ratings for hemorrhoids, traffic jams, root canals and Nickelback.” Rolling Stone
What has made Cruz so disliked? In 2013 he staged a 21-hour talking marathon on the Senate floor against the Affordable Care Act. During his talkathon, he read Dr. Seuss’s “Green Eggs and Ham,” a bedtime story that he claimed to have read to his two daughters. That event translated into a shutdown of the federal government for 16 days, costing taxpayers grief and millions of dollars.
In 2016, Cruz decided to run for president. One of his opponents was Donald J. Trump. The contest between the two was as ugly as you could imagine. They attacked each other’s wives, citizenship and integrity.
Trump called Cruz “Lyin’ Ted,” mocked his wife’s appearance and falsely suggested that his father was involved in President John F. Kennedy’s assassination. Cruz called Trump a “sniveling coward,” a “pathological liar” and “utterly amoral.” But by the end of the primaries, Cruz had endorsed Trump.
No commentary on Cruz would be complete without mentioning his 2021
trip to Cancun. That winter, Texas was caught in a serious winter freeze. The state’s power grid had failed, and millions of Texans were without heat or power. In the middle of the crisis, Cruz travel to Cancun with his family to get away from the state’s misery. He was caught by cameras at the airport, ready to board his flight.
He claimed he planned the vacation for his children, and he was only flying to Cancun and coming right back. His wife’s texts described their home as “FREEZING,” and it was clear that it was a trip to get away from the cold while his constituents were suffering.
As for his legislative record, it includes such things as opposing gun laws even though his state had suffered mass killings, and calling the Supreme Court’s legalization of gay marriage a form of “tyranny.”
There is so much more to say about this man and his character. But the best way to end this is to say that I bet even my fellow columnist Peter King dislikes Ted Cruz.
Jerry Kremer was an assemblyman for 23 years, and chaired the Assembly’s Ways and Means Committee for 12 years. He now heads Empire Government Strategies, a business development and legislative strategy firm. Comments about this column? jkremer@liherald.com.
as summer winds down, many Long Island families face a bittersweet milestone: sending a child off to college for the first time. This transition marks the end of one chapter and the beginning of another, filled with excitement, anxiety and a mix of emotions for both parents and students.
For parents, the challenge lies in striking a delicate balance between supporting your child’s independence and maintaining a nurturing presence. Here is some key advice to help you navigate this new terrain:
1. Embrace the change. Remember that this transition is a natural and positive step in your child’s development. Your role in his or her life is evolving, not diminishing. Celebrate this milestone and the opportunities it brings.
2. Prepare practically, not just emotionally. Ensure that your child has the necessary life skills before she leaves. Can she do laundry, manage a budget, and cook a simple meal? These practical abilities will boost her confidence and self-reliance.
3. Discuss expectations clearly. Have open conversations about academics, finances and communication. How often will you check in? What GPA do you expect him to maintain? Establishing clear guidelines can prevent misunderstandings down the road.
4. Encourage campus involvement. Urge
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your child to take part in orientation activities and join clubs or organizations. These connections can ease homesickness and help her find her place in her new community.
5. Be a supportive listener. Your child will likely experience ups and downs. Resist the urge to immediately solve his problems. Instead, offer a sympathetic ear and guide him toward finding his own solutions.
6. Respect your child’s privacy. While it’s tempting to check in constantly, remember that she needs space to grow. Trust that you’ve prepared her well and allow her to make her own decisions — and mistakes.
7. Take care of yourself. This transition affects you, too. Connect with other parents going through the same experience, take up a new hobby, or consider volunteering. Your well-being matters.
8. Plan for visits wisely. Schedule campus visits, but be mindful of your child’s new routines and commitments. Family Weekend can be a great opportunity to reconnect, and see him in his new environment.
9. Embrace technology. Familiarize yourself with video calling platforms and texting. These tools can help maintain closeness despite the physical distance.
10. Prepare for changes at home. If you have younger children, be aware that family dynamics may change. Include
Re Peter King’s column “There’s just no predicting what will happen next” (Aug. 1-7): I live in southwest Nassau County, so never had the opportunity to have Congressman King on a ballot. It would have been unlikely for me to support him, because I’m a registered Democrat, and have moved from mid-left to further over as the years have passed. About to turn 80, I’ve got quite a rearview mirror, as does King.
I never saw him as a hack politician — he explained his positions clearly, with passion for what he believed was best for us all. He always had my respect. King’s vote against President Bill Clinton’s impeachment still stands in the forefront of my mind. His position took political guts.
In his piece, King laid out the flaws in President Biden’s bid for another term, along with numerous elements surrounding the aftermath of the June 27 debate. The dynamics of the race have changed dramatically in the days since Biden’s withdrawal. Former President Trump has sunk to new lows in gender and race bashing. Though not unpredict-
the kids in discussions, and find ways to make this transition positive for everyone.
11. Stay informed, but don’t hover: Familiarize yourself with campus resources, but encourage your child to seek help independently when needed. Knowing when to step back is crucial. 12. Expect growth and change. Your child will likely return home with new perspectives, habits, and possibly even a changed appearance. Embrace these changes as signs of her personal growth.
Remember, this transition is as much about your growth as a parent as it is about your child’s journey to adulthood. It’s an opportunity to redefine your relationship and watch with pride as he spreads his wings.
For those feeling overwhelmed, know that you’re not alone. Our communities are full of parents who have walked this path before you. Reach out to friends, family members or local support groups for advice and comfort.
As your child embarks on this new adventure, take comfort in knowing that the strong foundation you’ve provided will serve her well. The values you’ve instilled, and the love and support you’ve offered over the years will guide her as she navigates this exciting new chapter of her life.
All of us at the Herald wish you and your college-bound students a smooth transition filled with growth, learning and new beginnings.
“Closed” is a sign we see all too often these days, and it’s become a hyperbolic symbol for the current business climate in our state. With National Independent Retailer Month — July — behind us, it’s easy to shift our focus away from supporting small businesses until next year. But given the vital role those businesses play in our communities, especially as many face collapse, we must remain attentive.
There is a noticeable slowdown in customer foot traffic and earnings for smaller independent retailers, compounded by challenges we as consumers are also facing, such as inflation. Many businesses are also grappling with labor challenges, along with rising gas prices and utility bills. These obstacles make it extraordinarily difficult for small, independent retailers across the state to thrive, because they are dealing with the same economic pressures as their customers.
Constantly evolving trends in the labor market pose distinct challenges for small businesses. Have you waited in long checkout lines, wondering why so
many registers are empty? Covid-19 exacerbated the problem, but we were already in a tight labor market before the pandemic. Despite New York’s economic reopening and the recovery of the labor market, a substantial portion of the workforce has exited, with many choosing early retirement or gravitating toward remote and hybrid work. This shift presents a particular challenge for retail businesses, which require on-site staff to operate effectively.
the Tax Foundation ranked the state’s business climate 49th in the country this year.
New York doesn’t have the best reputation for being business-friendly, particularly when it comes to tax policy. The nonpartisan Tax Foundation ranked the state’s business climate 49th in the country this year. In such a competitive climate, employers are racing to find creative and meaningful ways to retain employees. A good start would be lowering taxes, investing in community programs that help our children and seniors, making child care more affordable and working with the private sector to rein in out-of-control insurance costs. From a legislative point of view, one problem that would be easy to solve, which would significantly alleviate the burden on small businesses, is the cost of unemployment insurance. I have long been vocal about how that expense is a
able for him, his behavior must be coupled with the remarkable positions brought forward by his running mate, J.D. Vance. Together it’s quite a package.
I’m interested to learn how King feels about the Trump side of the campaign, because he said little on that front. My impression is that, whereas he supported Trump in the past, it would be a difficult lever for him to pull this time, and that he just might sit this one out. I’m curious about how King feels about the direction in which Trump/Vance want to take the country. What outcome does King want for us?
Thanks to King for being a quality congressman on the other side. He served when civil discourse was the norm, when rivalries were highly respectful, such as Ronald Reagan and Tip O’Neill. The very best to King.
JOsHUA WEIss Hewlett
As King wrote, it was ‘almost as if it had been planned’
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While Vice President Harris calls Donald Trump a threat to democracy, it was the Democrats who subverted it by negating the votes of millions of registered Democrats who chose President Biden in the primaries. The bloodless coup, which forced the president to withdraw from the race under unusual circumstances,
major contributor to New York’s economic strife. During the pandemic, unemployment spiked, and the state had to borrow money to cover the costs. Now, small businesses are bearing the brunt of repaying this debt through high state unemployment insurance tax rates, added federal UI taxes and special assessments. This translates to an extra $400 per employee per year, costing small businesses thousands of dollars annually.
New York and California are the only two states still grappling with this debt, which they owe to the federal government’s unemployment insurance fund. Other states have long since resolved their UI issues, but because our outstanding balance has yet to be paid off in full, interest costs have risen dramatically for employers, squeezing mom-and-pop stores out of business and threatening all businesses trying to stay afloat. A recent report on how New York handled the pandemic pointed to UI as a significant area of failure.
To address this, I’ve introduced a bill that proposes using financial settlements to pay back the federal government and relieve small-business owners. These financial settlements are agreements the state attorney general negotiates with a
allowed a privileged few to choose a new candidate, who, at the time, had a low approval rating.
Any rational person knows that Biden should never have been allowed to run in the primaries for a second term. That would have led to meaningful Democratic primaries that were not a sham!
MEL YOUNg, MD Lawrence
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Re Jerry Kremer’s column “When Joe was born, they threw away the mold” (Aug. 1-7): glad to see that Kremer has such a high regard for our president, and that their interactions have been so positive. good for Jerry.
That said, I, and others (I’m not a MAgA, nor am I a fan of Trump) certainly have a different view from Kremer’s.
I find it hard to comprehend the idea that “no one … can match (Biden’s) talent for getting things done on a bipartisan basis” and his “history-making achievements.” From the economy, to the millions of people flooding our border with no plan in place to handle them, to the debacle in Afghanistan, to gas price and mortgage rates, and of course the lies about his mental status from Kremer’s party, not sure he can convince us of Biden’s greatness.
PAUL FACELLA Long Beach
defendant, often a corporation, to pay a sum of money to resolve allegations of legal violations. The funds from these settlements are typically used to compensate those affected, support state programs and cover legal costs. The state must allocate budget funds to pay its fair share and reduce this financial strain. Employers shouldn’t bear the burden of fiscal mishandling by state leaders.
Empty storefronts are becoming an all-too-common sight in towns on Long Island and across the state. When small businesses can’t keep their doors open, the entire community feels the impact. These businesses are vital for maintaining vibrant and thriving neighborhoods. Full storefronts mean more tax dollars for local services, more jobs and greater community engagement. They often sponsor local Little League teams and parades, creating a mutually beneficial relationship that strengthens both the business and the community.
In the upcoming legislative session, lawmakers must prioritize the needs of small businesses. By addressing unemployment insurance costs and creating a more business-friendly environment, we can help our small businesses not just survive, but thrive. The vitality of our communities depends on it.
Ed Ra represents the 19th Assembly District, and is the ranking Republican member of the Assembly Ways and Means Committee.
