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Issues, not party, on voters’ minds
By CAROLYN JAMES AND CHRISTIE LEIGH BABIRAD
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As Election Night results came in, Babylon Town largely saw a status quo outcome, with all local incumbents at the state and federal levels securing reelection.
The biggest surprise came from the 11th Assembly District, where Republican Joseph Cardinale made a strong showing against Democratic opponent Kwani O’Pharrow. The district, traCanines
Oyster Bay extends moratorium on battery storage facilities
By CAROLYN JAMES cjames@liherald. com
The Oyster Bay Town Board voted to extend a construction moratorium on Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS) for an additional six months, citing ongoing concerns about safety and public health. The original moratorium, first approved in April 2024, was extended to allow for further investigation into the risks posed by these facilities.
“While battery energy storage systems can play a role in creating a greener future,
they also present significant safety concerns,” said Oyster Bay Supervisor Joseph Saladino.
“Recent fires at BESS sites in New York State have raised alarms about their potential dangers, not only to the surrounding communities but also to our first responders.”
I t’s important that we fully understand the risks before allowing these systems in our community.
SUPERVISOR JOSEPH SALADINO
BESS facilities use rechargeable batteries to store energy from various
sources, which can then be discharged to help stabilize the electrical grid or provide backup power during outages. The technology has become more common in the state, but growing concerns over the safety of lithium-ion batteries prompted the Town of Oyster Bay to pause any new BESS developments until further safety
measures are evaluated.
Town officials have engaged with residents and attended community meetings to hear concerns about the risks of these systems. Issues cited include the volatile nature of lithium-ion batteries, which have been involved in multiple fires in recent years, as well as potential environmental impacts
and the strain on local infrastructure.
“We must err on the side of caution,” Saladino said.
“While a recent state report shows limited long-term effects from BESS facilities, it’s important that we fully understand the risks before allowing these systems in our community.”
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2nd CD Congressman Andrew Garbarino, center, with supporters, members of BAPS Temple in Melville, at GOP headquarters in Suffolk on election night.
Community United Methodist Church holds successful pumpkin and gourd sale for Halloween
The Community United Methodist Church held a very successful pumpkin and gourd sale the week before Halloween. The church is at 100 Park Blvd., Massapequa.
Watch for upcoming events including a bake sale. The church
congregation bakes an assortment of cookies and participants can put together their own tray of cookies for a modest fee. This year’s event is December 14.
For more information call the church at 516-541-7008.
Jingle, jingle, come and mingle: Chamber getting ready for Massapequa holiday party
The Massapequa Chamber of Commerce invites all to attend their holiday dinner party on Thurs., Dec. 12 at 6 p.m. at Mercato Kitchen and Cocktails in Massapequa Park.
The evening will be filled with music, food and drinks.
To register and/or pre-pay, visit shorturl.at/8rtio.
For more information, call (516) 5411443.
Mercato Kitchen and Cocktails is located at 4958 Merrick Rd..
Cruise-Thru holiday toy drive set for John Burns Park, Sat., Dec. 7
USMC Toys for Tots Cruise-Thru Holiday Toy Drive will be taking place on Sat., Dec. 7 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. at John Burns Park in Massapequa.
The event is presented by Supervisor Joseph Saladino and the Town of Oyster Bay. You can donate a new and unwrapped
toy to bring a smile to a child this holiday season.
Santa Claus will also be in attendance and will be accepting children’s letters.
John Burns Park is located at 4990 Merrick Rd., Massapequa.
For more information, call (516) 624-6380.
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L. to r. Church volunteers Frank Waletitsch, Tom Vehstedt and Tyler Stankiewicz.
Massapequa Chamber hosts a very special breast cancer walk
By MIKE POLANSKY Correspondent
The Massapequa Chamber of Commerce marked October as Breast Cancer Awareness Month with the Patricia Orzano Breast Cancer Walk at Marjorie Post Park on the morning of Oct. 27.
The event raised more than $5,000, which was donated to Monday’s Cancer Care, an organization that provides free health, beauty, and wellness services to people undergoing cancer treatment, and to Hewlett House, a resource center for cancer patients and their families.
Chamber President Robin Hepworth said the walk was particularly meaningful this year because it honored Orzano, the Chamber’s beloved past president who passed away last November after a long battle with breast cancer.
“Patty was a mentor and a friend to me,” Hepworth said. “I felt there was no better way to honor her than with this walk. Together, we can spread awareness, honor Patty, and support those affected by this disease.”
The walk was chaired by Bob Barrett, past president of the Chamber, who expressed hope that the event would help raise awareness for a cure. “We’ve got the team spirit here today, and the hope that today helps bring the awareness necessary to bring a cure for breast cancer,” Barrett said. Asked about making the walk an annual event, he said that it was a possibility. “I’m definitely on board for it,” he added.
Orzano’s granddaughter, Amanda Orzano, was among the inspirational speakers, thanking the community for keeping her grandmother’s memory alive. “She is walking alongside us today,” she said.
Nassau County Legislator James Kennedy and Oyster Bay Town Councilman Tom Hand also participated in the walk. Kennedy praised the Chamber’s efforts, calling it “a great thing to keep Patty’s memory alive.” Hand echoed those sentiments, describing Orzano as “the heart and soul of our community and the Chamber.”
The event was sponsored by Masone Masonry, a local full-service masonry and home improvement contractor, and a strong supporter of the Chamber
CRIME WATCH
The Nassau County Police and other local law enforcement and fire departments reported the following incidents:
MASSAPEQUA MAN GETS 10 YEARS FOR DRUGS AND GUN INCIDENT
Steven Frigand, of North Massapequa, was sentenced to 10 years in prison for illegally possessing 18 firearms and a pound of cocaine that were found last year during a search of his residence after he fired dozens of shots from his basement apartment, striking neighboring homes.
Frigand, 58, had pleaded guilty in July before Judge Robert Bogle to criminal possession of a controlled substance in the 1st degree (an A-I felony);
two counts of criminal possession of a weapon in the second degree (a C violent felony); and reckless endangerment in the first degree (a D felony).
“Steven Frigand willfully ignored the safety of his neighbors when he fired a gun from his basement dozens of times in the middle of the night – with one of those shots buzzing just over a child asleep in his bedroom in the home next door,” said Nassau County District Attorney Anne T. Donnelly. “This defendant’s actions were extremely reckless, and fortunately did not result in any injuries. The shots led investigators to an alarming trove of illegal weapons and a pound of cocaine. We continue to fight
to take illegal guns off our streets so that Nassau County residents can always feel safe in their communities and their homes.”
Donnelly said that on Aug. 20, 2023, at approximately 12:45 a.m., Frigand fired dozens of shots from his basement apartment at 2 Sussex Avenue in North Massapequa. Several of the shots hit a home behind the address. Others went through a fence and hit a neighboring house. Two bullets entered the home next door, one of which narrowly missed a child who was asleep in his bed, as well as the homeowner who had gone to check on the child.
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Chamber President Robin Hepworth prepares to welcome the walkers.
Patricia Orzano’s granddaughter, Amanda Orzano, addresses the crowd.
Oyster Bay Town Councilman Tom Hand (l) and Nassau County Legislator James Kennedy (r) congratulate Chair Bob Barrett on the success of the event
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The crowd gathers before the start of the Walk.
The egg-citement builds for young engineers in Massapequa
Through imagination and teamwork, fifth graders took some flimsy materials to make tall and sturdy towers during a STEAM challenge at Fairfield Elemen-
tary School in the Massapequa School District.
The students were tasked with using newspapers and masking tape to build
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the free-standing structures that could support a raw egg at the top. Working with Magnet and STEAM teacher Jennifer Tand, they followed the engineering design process by first drawing up a plan before building.
Tand said that this was the first of many collaborative activities this year
that will focus on science, technology, engineering, the arts and math. The challenges will allow students to hone their critical thinking and problemsolving skills.
The tower challenge was a precursor to an egg drop activity and part of a science unit on the strength of an egg.
NEWS BRIEFS
Walk for Hope sets off on Sun., Nov. 17
CancerCare’s annual Walk for Hope will taking place on Sun., Nov. 17 at the Honorable Joseph Colby Town Golf Course in Woodbury.
Registration and check-in begin at 8 a.m. with opening ceremonies at 9 a.m.
and the walk beginning at 9:30 a.m.
For more information and to register, please visit shorturl.at/7209J
The Joseph Colby Town Golf Course is located at 1 S. Woods Rd., Woodbury.
Oyster Bay Market concludes Sun., Nov. 17
Stop by the Oyster Bay Market any Sunday up until Sun., Nov 17 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Presented by the Oyster Bay Main Street Association, the popular food-driven market supports local small businesses, artisans, not-for-profits and commu-
nity organizations.
The market is located at the front of the Town Hall, 74 Audrey Ave., Oyster Bay
For more information, please visit oysterbaymainstreet.org or call (516) 9226982.
Cornhole for Alzheimer’s, Sat., Nov. 16
The Deer Park Chamber of Commerce and Paragon Physical Therapy is sponsoring their annual “Brews. Barbeque and Rally for Alzheimer’s, Cornhole For A Cause “ on Sat., Nov. 16 from 12 to 4 p.m. at 250 Executive Drive, Suite X in Edgewood.
A portion of the proceeds will go to the Alzheimer’s Association in memory
of Bernie Christie. The cost is $30 and includes the Cornhole tournament, unlimited food and drinks, 50/50 raffle and more. RSVP and tickets are available for purchase via Venmo and Zelle.
Venmo @Cheryl-Christie-1
Zelle: Paragonpt@optonline.net
For more information, call (281) 4791559.
CRIME WATCH
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including six assault rifles, seven additional rifles, four shotguns and a revolver; 40 high-capacity magazines; hundreds of rounds of ammunition; multiple shell casings, bullets, and bullet fragments and more than 27 ounces of cocaine and drug paraphernalia Frigand was arrested in North Massapequa by members of the Nassau County Police Department on August 20, 2023.
THEFTS
South Farmingdale: A representative of the Bolla Market at 630 Main Street called police on Oct. 21 at 4:50 a.m. to report that an unknown person removed five cases of beer from the location.
•An unidentified male stole an assortment of items from Stop & Shop supermarket, 55 Motor Ave., at 2 p.m., Oct. 30.
Farmingdale: Police report that an unknown person walked into the CVS pharmacy at 450 Main Street at 9:30 p.m. Oct 23 and took six energy drinks, leaving the store without paying for the
•The front and rear license plates were stolen from a vehicle parked in front of 22 Ivy Street sometime between 12:45 and 7:50 p.m. that day.
ARRESTS:
Deidre Andrews, 41, of South Farmingdale, was arrested and charged with shoplifting at Macy’s at 630 Old Country Rd., East Garden City Oct. 23. The incident was reported at 3:50 p.m. Rachel Naimoli, 38 of Farmingdale was arrested and charged with shoplifting at the Target department store, 3850 Hempstead Tpke., Levittown, on Oct 29.
People named in Crime Watch items as having been arrested and charged with violations or crimes are only suspected of committing those acts. They are presumed to be innocent until and unless found guilty in a court of law.
Photos courtesy of the Massapequa School District Fairfield Elementary eacher Jennifer Tand talks with, from left, Christian Berlingerio, Jonathan Canario, Aliyah Campos and Lake Heilbronn about the tower.
Isabella Martinez, left, Layla Birch and Zack Burns complete the challenge.
Study partners soar to the top of Massapequa’s Class of 2025
Since their first advanced class together in ninth grade, Massapequa High School seniors Samantha Portz and William Stebner have found themselves at nearby desks many times. Now, they are side-by-side in the Class of 2025 rankings.
Samantha is the valedictorian, with a weighted grade point average of 101.34. Following a fraction of a point behind is William, the salutatorian, with a 101.083 GPA.
On a recent Friday, Samantha was called to Principal Barbara Lowell’s office from her Advanced Placement Biology class and told the good news. A few minutes later, William was called down from AP Physics.
“I was extremely happy, all my hard work over the years being recognized,” Samantha said, jokingly adding, “I always knew that Will was main competitor.”
“We’ve always been there to support each other,” William added, noting that they were never actually in competition, but always rooting for each other’s success and studying together ever since they took AP Human Geography at the Ames Campus.
Both describe their areas of strength as math and science, although they have challenged themselves across the curriculum. Samantha has taken 14 AP classes at Massapequa High School and William enrolled in 13.
With all the rigorous courses, Food and Nutrition is the class that stands out for Samantha as a favorite from high school. Learning how to cook and prepare healthy meals was a valuable life skill, she noted. Massapequa’s unique law program, which has a dedicated classroom that resembles a courtroom, struck William’s interest.
Samantha, who started as a kindergartner at Lockhart Elementary School, looks to major in math in college. She has already committed to Amherst College in Massachusetts to play softball and join the ROTC. After those four years, she plans to join the military as a second lieutenant.
Her involvement in high school stretches well beyond the classroom. She’s been on the varsity softball team for four years, varsity soccer for three years and varsity bowling for two years, is a member of Best Buddies and was se-
lected to the National and Spanish honor societies.
“There’s tremendous opportunities here,” Samantha said. “Anything that interests you, there’s something available.”
The top-ranked graduates are Class of 2025 officers, with Samantha serving as secretary and William as treasurer. They are also both members of Science Olympiad and last year teamed up to win a regional medal in the chemistry lab competition.
William, a Birch Lane Elementary School graduate, is co-captain of Mock Trial. Last year, he was the starting lawyer in a simulated case during a New York State Bar Association competition. He is also a member of mathletes and plays the violin. After high school, he wants to study chemical engineering.
“It’s really important to make the most of it in the four years that you get in high school,” William said. “There’s always a way to be active in school.”
Outside of school, Samantha supports players in the Massapequa Youth Little League as a softball instructor, does kickboxing, and is a babysitter and math tutor. William is a Boy Scout who earned the Eagle rank by helping the Massapequa Historical Society clean and repaint the foundation of Old Grace Church. He also volunteered the past two summers at Camp Invention.
Both seniors will graduate with the AP Capstone Diploma and the Seal of Biliteracy, and they have been named AP Scholars with Distinction.
Samantha and William both credit their parents, teachers and guidance counselors for their success. For Samantha, her two-time math teacher and AP Research mentor Christopher Diehl was a tremendous inspiration, while William admires Daniel Bachman’s passion for teaching law.
Lowell, who met Samantha and William in sixth grade when she was executive assistant to the principal at Berner Middle School, admires their dedication to both their academics and student life.
“They are super involved,” she said. “They have great attitudes, great work ethics. They really enjoy high school and made the most out of their experience.”
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Above: Congratulating Samantha and William on their accomplishment were Superintendent Dr. William Brennan, Executive Assistant for Guidance Paul Weber, guidance counselor Allison Fifield, Principal Barbara Lowell and guidance counselor Eileen Tilton.
Right: Samantha Portz and William Stebner were named valedictorian and salutatorian for the Class of 2025.
Questions about lithium-ion battery fires and pubic safety, particulary at battery storage facilities, prompted Oyster Bay officials to extend their moratorium.
Town extends moratorium on battery storage facilities
significant danger for firefighters, as well as anyone inside or nearby the facility.”
Election results show voters cast ballots based on issues
ditionally a Democratic stronghold, remained to close to call as the two first-time candidates, both former police officers, vied for the seat currently held by Assemblywoman Kimberly Jean-Pierre, who chose not to seek reelection.
By deadline, O’Pharrow was leading by 447 votes, according to Suffolk County Republican Chair Jesse Garcia, though absentee and affidavit ballots still had to be counted. “We knew this would be a competitive race,” Garcia said, noting that the outcome would depend on those outstanding ballots.
Suffolk County Democratic Chair Richard Schaffer praised O’Pharrow’s strong resume, saying it resonated with the blue-collar, middle-class voters who make up the district. “He will understand the issues that are important to his constituents when he goes to Albany as part of the Suburban Caucus,” Schaffer said.
64% to 36%, in the 17th AD. Garbarino, who won a second term, expressed his gratitude to voters. “I am honored to earn the trust and support of my district once again,” he said. “We’ve accomplished so much in the last four years, but there’s still much work to do, starting with securing our border, ending the SALT deduction cap, and building an affordable economy for everyone.”
Mikulin, reflecting on his victory, thanked voters for their support and promised to get back to work for his constituents. “I feel fantastic, and I think we’re going to have a great year,” he said.
Toor, Mikulin’s opponent, remained optimistic despite the loss. “I’m proud of the campaign we ran, and I will definitely consider running for office again in the future,” he said. “If our efforts weren’t enough this time, we’ll keep trying.”
The state is currently considering changes to the New York State Fire Code in response to a preliminary investigation into BESS facilities, which has raised additional safety questions.
The demand for lithium-ion batteries is expected to increase dramatically in the coming years, driven largely by the growing popularity of CONTINUED FROM PAGE 1 electric vehicles. According to Statista, global demand for these batteries is projected to rise nearly seven-fold by 2030.
However, the rise in demand has also led to a sharp increase in fires related to lithium-ion batteries, including incidents involving e-bikes and other electric vehicles. Fire officials have expressed concern about the increasing risk to first responders who must handle these types of fires.
Frank Leeb, a retired chief of the FDNY, explained that fires involving lithium-ion batteries are particularly dangerous. “When these batteries fail, they release highly toxic, flammable gases that can explode,” Leeb said. “This creates a
Between 2017 and 2022, there were over 25,000 incidents of fires or overheating involving lithium-ion batteries. These incidents highlight the growing need for specialized training for firefighters responding to these types of fires, according to the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission.
Thomas Miller, a certified fire instructor, emphasized the importance of training to combat fires involving lithium-ion batteries. “Firefighters must understand the energetic potential of these devices and how to safely manage a fire involving lithium-ion technology,” he said.
Given the ongoing concerns and the state’s ongoing investigation, Oyster Bay Town officials decided to extend the moratorium until further safety protocols are developed and additional information is made available.
“We want to ensure the safety of our residents and first responders, and this moratorium will allow us to gather the necessary data before making any decisions about new BESS facilities in the town,” Saladino concluded.
Schaffer also highlighted the massive turnout and support for President-elect Donald Trump in the region, noting that Democrats were able to win several key races.
“In Babylon, voters tend to support the candidate, not the party,” he added. “The people of Babylon have elected me, as well as Republicans like Assemblyman Michael Durso and Democrat Sen. Monica Martinez, because they recognize which officials are working for the people and which are not.”
Unofficial results showed the following outcomes:
•Congressman Andrew Garbarino (R) defeated Democrat Rob Lubin, 60% to 40 %, in the 2nd Congressional District.
•Senator Alexis Weik (R) defeated Democrat Francis Dolan, 67% to 33%, in the 8th Senate District.
•Assemblyman Michael Durso (R) defeated Democrat Steven J. DellaVecchia, 66% to 33%, in the 9th AD.
•Assemblyman John Mikulin (R) defeated Democrat Harpreet Toor,
Martinez also expressed her appreciation for the voters in the 4th SD.. “I’m excited to continue representing you in Albany. Together, we will keep working toward a stronger, more vibrant future for everyone in our community,” she said. “I will keep fighting for our schools, our neighborhoods, and our environment.”
Durso, who also secured reelection, thanked voters for their continued trust and support. He announced he would be joining Senator Jack Martins and Assemblyman Jake Blumencranz to introduce the Our Schools, Our Rules Act, which aims to protect local control of school districts and block the state-mandated regionalization of schools.
Assemblyman Keith Brown, who won reelection in the 12th AD, also expressed his gratitude. “It is an honor to continue representing our Long Island communities,” he said. “We worked hard for this victory, knocking on doors and listening to the concerns of our neighbors. I’m committed to supporting legislation that will make Long Island and New York State safer, smarter, and cleaner.”
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Real or artificial? The Christmas tree debate continues
People are passionate about the things they love. Through the years there have been many debates over a wide range of topics, from which cola brand to back to which book/movie character was more deserving of a lead character’s heart.
The holiday season features a classic example of taking sides. The debate surrounding artificial Christmas trees and their natural alternatives will pick back up this holiday season. As with any debate, there are two sides to every story. Those on the fence as to whether to go real or fake this year can consider these pros and cons of each.
Real tree
Pros: One of the biggest advantages of a real tree is its pleasing aroma. The fresh pine smell of a natural tree can trigger memories of Christmases gone by and make a home feel cozy and holiday-ready. It takes many years for a Christmas tree to grow large enough to be harvested, and as it grows it provides a habitat for animals and benefits the planet by absorbing carbon and providing oxygen, according to Megan Quinn, coordinator of conservation biology at the Nature Conservancy of Canada. When trees are cut down, two or three may be planted in their place. Buying a real tree from a business nearby also supports the local economy.
Cons: Real trees can be messy and require upkeep like daily watering. Cutting down a tree oneself and bringing it home can help guarantee freshness, but there is really no way to know when trees at Christmas tree lots were cut down. This means that needles can begin falling the moment the tree is placed in the living room. Another thing to note is that live trees can’t be placed just anywhere. They shouldn’t be next to fireplaces
or heat sources, where they can dry out prematurely and pose a fire risk. A real tree also might have unwelcome bugs or animals hiding within its branches. According to Penn State Extension, anything from spotted lanternflies to spiders to aphids to bark beetles or lice may be on a real tree. Artificial tree
Pros: Artificial trees can be convenient because they are easy to assemble, disassemble and store. Plus, you don’t have to venture out each year to get one. Unlike real trees, artificial trees do not require watering or vacuuming to manage fallen needles. Since artificial trees can be reused for numerous seasons, they may be more cost-effective than real trees. Artificial trees can last anywhere from six to 10 years, but that life span depends on the quality of the tree and how well it is maintained. Artificial trees also guarantee a uniform, pleasing look year after year.
Cons: Artificial trees are made from polyvinyl chloride and other plastics, and environmentalists attest that those ingredients make them bad for the environment. According to an assessment study of artificial versus natural trees published in 2009 by Ellipsos, a Montreal-based sustainable development consulting firm, an artificial tree emits 8.1 kilograms of carbon dioxide per year, compared to 3.1 kilograms of carbon dioxide emitted by a real tree in a given year. In addition, the chemicals used in manufacture may have adverse effects on human health and often are non-recyclable. Artificial trees also take up room in homes year-round since they need to be stored. Plus, they don’t emit a pleasing aroma.
The debate over a real or artificial Christmas tree is sure to rage on year after year, so it’s up to holiday celebrants to make their pick.
Ghosts, goblins and fun galore engulf Massapequa Park’s Halloween parade
For 27 years the Knights of Columbus and Massapequa Park Village have hosted an annual Halloween Parade, providing local children and their families with an opportunity to show off their best Halloween costumes. This year, as in years past, there were hot dogs, soda and lots of fun for young and old alike.
At right, Edward and Alexandra Taub with children, Jacob and baby Benjamin. Alexandra made the costumes herself, beginning several months ago. A registered nurse who worked throughout the pandemic, she said the project helped lift her spirits. Now a stay-athome mom, she said making the costumes was in stark contrast to the work she did as a nurse.
Above, at K of C tent (l. to r.) Mike Catalsi, Anthony Leo; Rich Seeger, Christopher Leo; John Sullivan; Neil De Rosa, , Jose Salmeron, Sonny Sirriani, Kevin Featherson and Joe Bonnarrigo.
Samantha Biondo holding Salvatore, and Karina Pine holding Viviana
Brianna and Sebastian Ruiz ready to enforce the law!
Sloanell and Niamh Gurreri
Light
the night with sweet
LuminoCity unwraps a colorful world of wonder
By Danielle Schwab
The holiday season is quickly approaching, so bundle up, grab some hot cocoa, and experience holiday magic at 14 acres of enchanting displays in Eisenhower Park.
Now in its fifth year, the popular holiday festival LuminoCity, which runs through Jan. 5, welcomes guests to a wonderland filled with giant lantern creations.
“It’s a really cool combination of light and art and a little sprinkle of holiday magic with this event,” John Baiata, LuminoCity’s onsite manager. Eisenhower Park is our signature event.”
All of the displays are new to Eisenhower Park this year.
The idea started with the founder Xiaoyi Chen, who grew up in China and was inspired by traditional Chinese lantern festivals as a child.
“She came to New York, went to art school here, and founded LuminoCity in 2018 with the idea to reimagine the traditional Chinese lantern festival into something that combined her acumen with the art world,” Baiata explains.
As you stroll along the paths, LuminoCity’s mascot, Lumi, lights you along the way. Visitors will see Lumi in various outfits as your glowing tour guide throughout your visit.
This year’s theme “Sweet Dreams,” stirs up a delightful blend of sugar and imagination into a candy-coated world of desserts and confections.
“Who doesn’t like a giant donut tunnel, or a forest made entirely of sweets?” asks Baiata. Kids have added their own “Sweet Dreams” to the walk-through as part of Lumi’s Utopia, in partnership with Long Island Children’s Museum.
“We hold an art contest for children of different age categories. They submit works of art with a pre-agreed theme — this year’s theme was Sweet Dreams, such as candy and sweets — and the museum and our founder picked the winners,” Baiata says.
LuminoCity’s team acquires kids’ 2-D artwork that is brought to life as a 3-D light display for all to enjoy.
“The best part is the children seeing, for the first time, their pieces of art come to life. There’s this visceral excitement and just a gushing pride that you see from them and their parents as well,” Baiata adds.
“Art enriches our lives in so many ways that we take for granted sometimes. This really reminds us that imagination and art are central to our purpose here.”
Other can’t-miss attractions include a 50-foot Christmas tree and a majestic ice castle, which is
• Now through Jan. 5; weekdays 4:30-9:30 p.m., Friday through Sunday, 4:30-10 p.m.
• Tickets priced $24-$32 per person, children 3 and under free
• Purchase tickets at luminocityfestival.com or on-site.
• Eisenhower Park , East Meadow
described as bigger than a residential home. And, of course, a lantern Santa Claus returns to spread holiday cheer .
“I think that it creates this sense of wonder and adventure because as you approach, you’re looking up and you’re just kind of awed,” Baiata says.
Unlike Old Saint Nick, this process certainly can’t be completed in just one night. With a team of 40 members, the spectacle has been months in the making.
“It’s a big production staff required to get this all done. And it’s not just the creation. It’s also the maintenance because we’re outdoors, so we are beholden to the elements,” Baiata adds.
For an exciting twist, the festival also offers theme nights. Check out the website for additional ways to join in the fun.
When it’s time for a break, seek out the food truck nearby, with tempting eats and treats.
Whether you have been before, or it’s your first time, LuminoCity’s Holiday Light festival promises a night of memory-making experiences with friends and family.
“One of the most precious things in children is seeing the wonder in their eyes. And you want to cultivate that sense of wonder with your children; not just your children, but also your inner child,” Baiata enthuses.
“For the families who have already made (our festival) a tradition, we’re so grateful.”
Madeleine Peyroux
The acclaimed jazz singer, songwriter and interpreter brings her tour to the Landmark stage, following spring’s release of “Let’s Walk,” her first album in six years. Peyroux is acclaimed for her dusky, lyrical style and affinity for reinterpreting classic jazz, blues, and folk standards. Her extraordinary journey is one of the music industry’s most compelling. Emerging in her teens, much like songbird Edith Piaf, Peyroux spent her teenage years busking the busy streets of Paris. Years later, Peyroux would cite Piaf as an influence on her music and record a rendition of the classic La Vie En Rose, soulfully capturing the tune’s romanticism and melancholy. Madeleine’s thirst for creative exploration is unfading and her willingness to face creative challenges remains as solid now as it was three decades ago.
Sunday, Nov. 17, 7 p.m. $70, $65, $58. Jeanne Rimsky Theater at Landmark on Main Street, 232 Main St., Port Washington. Tickets available at landmarkonmainstreet.org or (516) 767-6444.
‘Come and play”… on Sesame Street
Elmo, Abby Cadabby, Cookie Monster, and their friends from Sesame Street are coming to your neighborhood to say hello! At Sesame Street Live! Say Hello everyone’s invited to sing, dance and play alongside some of their favorite friends, all while you follow Elmo’s puppy, Tango, in a fun game of hide and seek. Elmo, his pals and other Muppets lead dances, songs, and games from the stage while you and your little ones participate in the audience. Join in lively dances, sing along to catchy tunes and interact with your favorite Muppets, As they say on Sesame Street: “Come and play, Everything’s A-Okay, Friendly neighbors there, That’s where we meet…”.
Tuesday, Nov. 19, 6 p.m. Tickets start at $35. Tilles Center for the Performing Arts, LIU Post campus, 720 Northern Boulevard, Brookville. Tickets available at tillescenter.org or (516) 299-3100.
Photos courtesy LuminoCity Eisenhower Park glitters throughout the holiday season with the arrival of LuminoCity.
THE Your Neighborhood
The Weight Band
The Weight Band — helmed by by Jim Weider, a 15-year former member of The Band, and the guitarist who replaced Robbie Robertson — pays tribute to the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame ensemble’s iconic, timeless and enduring 1968 album “Music from Big Pink.,” on the Paramount stage, Sunday, Nov. 24, 7 p.m. The Weight Band, named for the classic The Band song “The Weight,” performs a rare and historic show showcasing the album in its entirety, along with outtakes and other favorites by The Band. The concert also include cuts from their latest album “Shines Like Gold,” a dynamic set of classic Americana that draws upon roadhouse rock, funky swamp pop, blues, country soul, and folk music. The band interprets and honors the legacy of “Music from Big Pink,” which changed rock and roll forever. The Band drummer Levon Helm inspired Weider to launch The Weight Band in 2013, as a vehicle for carrying on The Band’s iconic sound. Frontman Weider, a Woodstock native who joined The Band in 1985 and was a member until 2000, was also a member of the Levon Helm Band.
Originating inside Helm’s famed Woodstock barn Weider was inspired to carry on the musical legacy of the iconic group. Years of touring have seen The Weight Band revive “The Woodstock Sound,” keeping the spirit of Americana/Roots Rock alive. He is joined by keyboardist Brian Mitchell (Helm’s Midnight Ramble Band), bassist Albert Rogers (Jim Weider Band, Jimmy Vivino), drummer Michael Bram (Jason Mraz) and keyboardist Matt Zeiner (Dickey Betts). The veteran quintet shares a deep appreciation and knowledge for this music, which Weider describes as the “Woodstock Sound.” The Weight Band continues to serve as its torchbearer, with “Shines Like Gold” representing a sublime example of these masterful roots musicians at work. They continue to keep the sound vibrant by releasing new music. Replicating the music of The Band would be a tall order, but interpreting it is an art. The songs The Band created have pleased audiences for decades, and The Weight Band has found a way to honor the legacy while creating its own sound with original works that complement that legacy. $45, $35, $30, $25. The Paramount, 370 New York Ave., Huntington. Tickets available at ticketmaster.com or paramountny.com.
Nov. 21
Veterans Luncheon
Massapequa Chamber invites all to network with fellow business professionals at a veterans luncheon, Thursday, Nov. 21, noon, at Massapequa Elks Lodge. $20. RSVP to (516) 541-1443. Register and pre-pay online at massapequachamber. org. 2162 Veterans Blvd., Massapequa.
Nassau BOCES Barry Tech Open House
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, Thursday, Nov. 21 , 5:30 p.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 January and February. Interested students and their families can register for the Open House at nassauboces. org/barrytech or call (516) 6226812 for more information. 1196 Prospect Ave., Westbury.
Holiday Fair
Massapequa Chamber of Commerce presents its 4th Annual Holiday Fair, Sunday, Nov. 24, 10:30 a.m.-3 p.m., at the Memorare Club. Santa will be on hand for free photos from noon-2 p.m. Other activities include a magic show with John Lepre, 11 a.m.-2 p.m., and free face painting. To top all of that off there will be raffles, hot chocolate and more. The first 200 families will receive a gift and attendees are asked to donate a toy for the annual Toys for Tots program. 2183 Jackson Ave., Seaford.
Walk for Hope
CancerCare’s annual Walk for Hope takes place on Sunday, Nov. 17, at the Honorable Joseph Colby Town Golf Course in Woodbury. Registration and check-in begin at 8 a.m. with opening ceremonies at 9 a.m.; walk begins at 9:30 a.m. For more information and to register, visit shorturl.at/7209J. 1 S. Woods Road, Woodbury.
Notice of formation of ENGLIFI LLC
Articles of Organization filed with the Secretary of State of New York (SSNY) on 09/06/2024 Office location, County of Nassau.
SSNY has been designated as agent of the LLC upon whom process against it may be served. SSNY shall mail a process served to:
Englifi LLC, 3683 Carrel Blvd., Oceanside, NY 11572. Purpose: any lawful act. 24-673. 10/23, 30, 11/6, 13, 20, 27
NOTICE OF FORMATION OF LIMITED LIABILITY COMPANY.
NAME: FRONTLINE PERFORMANCE, LLC.
Articles of Organization were filed with the Secretary of State of New York, (SSNY) on 10/21/2024.
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: KHEMCHAN SEWNARINE 712 LINCOLN STREET BALDWIN NY 11510
Purpose: To engage in any lawful act or activity. 24-674. 10/30, 11/6, 13, 20, 27, 12/4
Notice is hereby given that a license, Application ID: NA-0240-24-141411 for beer, wine, and cider has been applied for by the undersigned to sell beer, wine, and cider at retail in a Restaurant under the Alcoholic Beverage Control Law at 1560 Old Country Road, Westbury, NY 11590, County of Nassau, for on premises consumption at Medayork Burger Corp. 24-667 11/6, 13
Notice of formation of: Gina Pelle, LLC
Articles of Organization filed with the Secretary of State of New York (SSNY) on 09/02/2024 Office location, County of Nassau.
SSNY has been designated as agent of the LLC upon whom process against it may be served. SSNY shall mail a process served to: Gina Pelle LLC, 140 Meyer Ave., Valley Stream, NY 11580 Purpose: any lawful act (Real Estate)
24-668 10/9, 16, 23, 30, 11/6, 13
Public Notices — Your right to know
Notice is hereby given that a license, Application ID: NA-0340-24-141477 for liquor, beer, wine, and cider has been applied for by the undersigned to sell liquor, beer, wine, and cider at retail in a Restaurant under the Alcoholic Beverage Control Law at 217 Main Street, Farmingdale, NY 11735, County of Nassau, for on premises consumption at R & R Massapequa Park Inc. 24-671. 11/6, 13
NOTICE OF SALE SUPREME COURT COUNTY OF NASSAU Nationstar Mortgage LLC dba Mr. Cooper, Plaintiff AGAINST Peter Falci, Kim Falci, et al., Defendant(s) Pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale duly entered March 5, 2019, I, the undersigned Referee will sell at public auction at the North Side steps of the Nassau County Supreme Court, 100 Supreme Court Drive, Mineola, NY 11501 on December 9, 2024 at 2:30PM, premises known as 287 North Delaware Avenue, Massapequa, NY 11758. All that certain plot piece or parcel of land, with the buildings and improvements erected, situate, lying and being in Massapequa, in the Town of Oyster Bay, County of Nassau and State of New York, Section: 52, Block: 527, Lot: 245. Approximate amount of judgment $800,575.12 plus interest and costs. Premises will be sold subject to provisions of filed Judgment Index #009037/2013. 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". Only Bank or Certified check payable to the Referee will be accepted for the downpayment. No third party check or cash will
be accepted. Lisa Goodwin, Esq., Referee Frenkel Lambert Weiss Weisman & Gordon, LLP 53 Gibson Street Bay Shore, NY 11706 01-046203-F00 82875 24-668 11/6, 13, 20, 27
Town of Oyster Bay Zoning Board of Appeals
TOWN HALL, AUDREY AVENUE, OYSTER BAY, NEW YORK 11771-1592
- TELEPHONE: (516) 6246232 – FAX: (516) 624-6149
RITA BYRNE, Chairwoman – LOIS SCHMITT, Vice Chairwoman –KATHLEEN MULLIGAN
REBECCA M. ALESIA
–ANDREW MONTELEONE – LISA CICCOLELLA – FLORESTANO GIRARDI
PUBLIC HEARING CALENDAR
NOTICE OF PUBLIC MEETING BY THE ZONING BOARD OF APPEALS
Pursuant to the provisions of Chapter 246, Section 246-12 of the Code of the Town of Oyster Bay, notice is hereby given that the Zoning Board of Appeals has scheduled a public meeting, which will take place in the Town Hall Meeting Room, Audrey Avenue, Oyster Bay, New York, on NOVEMBER 21, 2024, at 7:00 P. M., to consider the following appeals: BY ORDER OF THE ZONING BOARD OF APPEALS
APPEAL NO. 24-376
MASSAPEQUA
JOSEPH SEVIROLI: Variance to allow existing concrete surfaced driveway having less side yard setback than permitted by Ordinance.
S/s/o Garfield Pl., W/o Forest Ave., a/k/a 28 Garfield Place, Massapequa, NY
APPEAL NO. 24-381
MASSAPEQUA
4195 MERRICK ROAD
LLC: Variance to construct shed having less rear yard setback than permitted by Ordinance.
NE/ cor. of Merrick Rd. & Forest Ave., a/k/a 4195 Merrick Road, Massapequa, NY
APPEAL NO. 24-391
MASSAPEQUA
JOE MASSA: (A) Variance to allow existing gazebo exceeding maximum building coverage, having less side yard setback and rear yard setback than permitted by Or-dinance. (B) Variance
to allow existing gas fire pit having less side yard setback and rear yard setback than permitted by Ordinance.
N/s/o Lagoon Blvd., 200 ft. W/o Cedar Shore Dr., a/k/a 115 Lagoon Boulevard, Massapequa, NY
APPEAL NO. 24-393
MASSAPEQUA
KAREN CULLINAN: Variance to allow existing pool equipment having side yard setback and rear yard setback than permitted by Ordinance.
W/s/o Riviera Dr. W., 677.36 ft. S/o Sunset Blvd., a/k/a 228 Riviera Drive W., Massapequa, NY
APPEAL NO. 24-394
MASSAPEQUA
WILLIAM & DORENE
CARTWRIGHT: Variance to construct new dwelling having less side yard setback and aggregate side yards than permitted by Ordinance; also encroachment of eaves and gutters.
W/s/o E. Hamilton Ave., 57.43 ft. S/o Carman Pl., a/k/a 42 E. Hamiton Avenue, Massapequa, NY
APPEAL NO. 24-377
NORTH MASSA-PEQUA
LYNN BAUM: (A) Variance to allow existing second kitchen in a one-family dwell-ing for use as a PARENT/CHILD residence. (B) Variance to allow existing pool equipment having less side yard setback and rear yard setback than permitted by Or-dinance. (C) Variance for the reduction of off-street parking spaces. Reduction of spaces to 2 when 3 parking spaces are required.
N/s/o N. Rutherford Ave., 500 ft. W/o N. Central Ave., a/k/a 327 N. Rutherford Ave., N. Mas-sapequa, NY
ZONING BOARD OF APPEALS MEETING OF 11/21/24
APPEAL NO. 24-374
FARMINGDALE
SHEILA O’SULLIVAN: Variance to erect 6 ft. high PVC fence exceeding maximum height across front yard (Vandewater Street) than permitted by Ordinance.
NE/ cor. of Lockwood Ave. & Vandewater St., a/k/a 39 Lockwood Avenue, Farmingdale, NY
APPEAL NO. 24-390
FARMINGDALE
MICHAEL J. MIREIDER: Variance to allow existing
covered porch having less average front yard setback than permitted by Ordinance.
E/s/o Midwood Ave., 50 ft. S/o Washington St., a/k/a 140 Midwood Avenue, Farmingdale, NY
APPEAL NO. 24-68 MASSAPEQUA
JOE CLABBY: Variance to install natural gas generator having less side yard set-back (South) than permitted by Ordinance.
E/s/o Ocean Ave., N/o Compass Ln., a/k/a 175 Ocean Avenue, Massapequa, NY
NOVEMBER 11, 2024 BY ORDER OF THE ZONING BOARD OF APPEALS
TOWN OF OYSTER BAY, OYSTER BAY, NEW YORK 24-673 11/13
Notice is hereby given that a license, Application ID: NA-0340-24-142260 for liquor, beer, wine, and cider has been applied for by the undersigned to sell liquor, beer, wine, and cider at retail in a Restaurant under the Alcoholic Beverage Control Law at 777 W Beech St, Long Beach, NY 11561, County of Nassau, for on premises consumption at Perfetta Corp. 24-674. 11/13, 20
Notice is hereby given that a license, Application ID: NA-0340-24-142249 for liquor, beer, wine, and cider has been applied for by the undersigned to sell liquor, beer, wine, and cider at retail in a Restaurant under the Alcoholic Beverage Control Law at 2565 Bellmore Ave, Bellmore, NY 11710, County of Nassau, for on premises consumption at Raki Rrushi Corp. 24-675. 11/13, 20
Notice is hereby given that a license, Application ID: NA-0340-24-141841 for liquor, beer, wine, and cider has been applied for by the undersigned to sell liquor, beer, wine, and cider at retail in a Restaurant under the Alcoholic Beverage Control Law at 21 21A 23 S. Park Ave, Rockville Centre, NY 11570, County of Nassau, for on premises consumption at Ivy Park Avenue Holdings LLC. 24-676. 11/13. 20
Notice is hereby given that a license, Application ID: CL-24-107621-01 for liquor, beer, wine, and cider has been applied for by the undersigned to sell liquor, beer, wine, and cider at retail in a Restaurant under the Alcoholic Beverage Control Law at 82 Hillside Ave, Williston Park, NY 11598, County of Nassau, for on premises consumption at BMBI PRODUCTIONS LLC.
24-677. 11/13, 20
NOTICE OF FORMATION OF LIMITED LIABILITY COMPANY. NAME: Matthew A. Knee, Consultants, LLC. Articles of Organization were filed with the Secretary of State of New York, (SSNY} on 10/25/2024. 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: 2840 Rosebud Avenue, Merrick, NY 11566 Purpose: To engage in any lawful act or activity. 24-678. 11/13, 20, 27, 12/4, 11, 18
Employment HERALD
Valley Stream UFSD Thirteen
Assistant Business Administrator Position
The Valley Stream UFSD Thirteen is seeking an Assistant Business Administrator for an immediate opening. The successful candidate must possess a valid NYS SBA, SDBL, SDA, or SDL certification. The incumbent will assist the Assistant Superintendent for Business & Human Resources in all aspects of school business administration. The primary responsibilities include:
• Managing the District’s financial accounting system and procedures, processing accounting transactions, and preparing related month end/year end reports.
• Assisting in the preparation of the annual budget and related reports, responsible for grant recording and reporting.
• Managing the transportation process and responsible for the day-to-day transportation administration of the district.
• Maintain capital project files and ensure reporting of state aid forms on a timely basis for state aid. Coordinating all required reporting for audits and ST-3 filings. They assist in tuition billing, preparing cash flows as needed for necessary borrowings, develop regulations and processes to support Board of Education policies, assist in the supervision of certified and classified staff. Administrative experience and Certified Public Accountant Preferred; proficiency in Microsoft products is required, incumbent should be an independent thinker and motivated self-starter.
All interested candidates should submit their resume and cover letter to stayal@valleystream13.com or apply on OLAS. Valley Stream Union Free School District Thirteen is an equal opportunity employer and will
EDITOR/REPORTER
CIRCULATION
ASSOCIATE
Full Time/Part Time
Richner Communications, publisher of Herald community newspapers has an excellent opportunity for a FT/PT Customer Service Clerk in our busy Circulation Department. Basic customer service and administrative responsibilities include: heavy computer work, answering phones, making phone calls, entering orders, faxing, filing, etc. STRONG knowledge of EXCEL a must! Knowledge of DATABASE maintenance or postal regulations a big plus. Qualified Candidates must be computer literate, able to multitask, dependable, reliable, organized, energetic, detail oriented and able to work well under deadlines.
Salary Range is $16 per hour to $23 per hour. For consideration, please send resume & salary requirements to: careers@liherald.com
DRIVERS WANTED
Full Time and Part Time
Positions Available!
Busy Print Shop in Garden City is Hiring Immediately for Full Time and Part Time Drivers.
Must Have a Clean License and BoxTruck Driving Experience.
Hours Vary, Salary Ranges from $17 per hour to $21 per hour Night Availability is a Must.
Please Email Resume to careers@liherald.com or Call (516)569-4000 x239
Part Time & Full Time. The award-winning Herald Community Newspapers group, covering Nassau County's North and South Shores with hard-hitting news stories and gracefully written features, seeks a motivated, energetic and creative editor/reporter to join our dynamic (and awesome) team! This education and general assignment reporting position offers a unique experience to learn from some of the best in the business. Historically, reporters who have launched their careers with us have gone on to The New York Times, Newsweek, Newsday, the New York Daily News, New York Post, CNN, BBC, NBC News and The Daily Mail, among many others. We look for excellent writers who are eager to learn, enhance their skills, and become well-established and respected journalists in our industry. Salary range is from $20K to $45K
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EMAIL MARKETING SPECIALIST
Herald Community Newspapers is seeking a motivated and knowledgeable Email Marketing Expert to join our team. If you have a passion for crafting effective email campaigns and a knack for data-driven decision-making, this role is for you!
RESPONSIBILITIES:
Set up and manage email campaigns from start to finish. Analyze data to identify target audiences and optimize email strategies. Craft compelling email content, including writing effective subject lines. Monitor and report on campaign performance.
REQUIREMENTS:
Degree in Marketing, Business, or related field. Strong understanding of data analysis and marketing principles. Experience with email marketing is preferred but not required.
POSITION DETAILS:
Flexible: Part-time or Full-time.
Salary range: $16,640 to $70,000, depending on experience and role.
Join our dynamic team and help us connect with our audience in meaningful ways! Apply today by sending your resume and a brief cover letter to lberger@liherald.com
MAILROOM/ WAREHOUSE HELP
Long Island Herald has IMMEDIATE openings for a FULL-TIME & PART-TIME mailroom/warehouse helper in Garden City. We are a busy print shop looking for motivated and reliable individuals to assist in various duties in the shop. Forklift experience is a plus and heavy lifting is required. Hours vary, so flexibility is key. Salary Ranges fromo $16 per hour to $20 per hour. Email resumes or contact info to careers@liherald.com
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ACCOUNT DEVELOPMENT Inside Sales
Looking for an aggressive self starter who is great at making and maintaining relationships and loves to help businesses grow by marketing them on many different advertising platforms. You will source new sales opportunities through inbound lead follow-up and outbound cold calls. Must have the ability to understand customer needs and requirements and turn them in to positive advertising solutions. We are looking for a talented and competitive Inside Sales Representative that thrives in a quick sales cycle environment. Compensation ranges from $33,280 + commissions and bonuses to over $100,000 including commission and bonuses. We also offer health benefits, 401K and paid time off. Please send cover letter and resume with salary requirements to ereynolds@liherald.com Call 516-569-4000 X286
OFFICE COORDINATOR
To Handle Daily Office and Clerical
Tasks at a Conservative Synagogue on the South Shore. 35 Hours per Week. Salary Ranges From $20-$24 per Hour Commensurate with Experience. Email Resume to: office@congbt.org or Call 516-785-2445 for more info
OUTSIDE SALES
Richner Communications, One of the Fastest Growing Media, Event and Communications Companies on Long Island is Seeking a Sales/Marketing Candidate to Sell our Print Media Products and our Digital, Events, Sponsorships. Earning potential ranges from $33,280 plus commission and bonuses to over $100,000 including commissions and bonuses. Compensation is based on Full Time hours
Eligible for Health Benefits, 401k and Paid Time Off. Please Send Cover Letter and Resume
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Dealing with the postSandy bureaucracy
Sun-Filled Gracious Colonial
Q. I saw an article about auditing government by our state comptroller and wondered if you saw how he outlined waste and mishandling federal and state funds, in recovering from Superstorm Sandy. He cited gaps in program “oversight.” Were you aware of problems? We got funds from the New York Rising program. It was an ordeal we hope to never repeat. Like our neighbors, our house was raised, but they got more money without questions. We received a letter demanding $20,000 back, claiming funds were misused. Our neighbor built an illegal ground-floor family room with a wet bar, yet we were told we could only have storage, for example, and the state didn’t even say anything when they passed inspection. Did you see that people were treated differently, and is there any recourse?
A. Since the program has ended, I doubt that you can appeal. For 10 years after the storm I made many observations of the ways in which the officials at each level handled the specifics of insisting on everything from plastic laminate countertops versus quartz or granite, the waste of every property separately surveyed for groundwater depth, the use of the ground floor and the changes in whether you could have a window or door opening, and even whether you could have masonry steps when the program only allowed for wood steps, which were destined to need maintenance or replacement in a short period of time. There were many ways a design professional like me, working with the recipients of the funds, like you, could have helped to make the programs more efficient, safer, and less expensive for the government, but each time I tried to contact the fund management, my input was ignored. I met with the national head of FEMA while I was filming a documentary about disasters in Moore, Oklahoma, as well state legislators and our local New York Rising program director. In each case I got a business card and a “Shoot me an email and we’ll talk,” but never any follow-up.
I saw that it was a complete waste to ask homeowners to separately pay for groundwater testing on their property, for $1,000 to $2,500, in order to qualify for house-raising when an organized agency could have saved millions of dollars by getting testing done up and down entire blocks, mobilizing the testing company to come to a block once instead of randomly testing next-door neighbors’ properties a day apart. I was working with five neighbors at one time, and tried to get a state and local adviser to review procedures and applications in a single meeting, only to be told that one would meet on a Wednesday, the next the following week and squeeze another in by the month’s end.
And, yes, I witnessed many differences in people’s treatment and how cases were handled, and I could not get an explanation when appealing on behalf of a homeowner. Perhaps the Homes and Community Renewal Agency can advise. Good luck!
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A call for tolerance amid the acrimony
Aweek and a half removed from the conclusion of the profoundly exasperating 2024 election cycle, it is abundantly clear that the political temperature remains at an unprecedented high.
Constructive discourse seems nonexistent. Divisive rhetoric and finger-pointing have emerged as the standards of the day, and the pendulum has swung far away from working together across the political spectrum to build consensus for the greater good. This unsustainable climate is driving us down the dead-end road of acrimony and dysfunction.
We must all recognize this moment as a time for introspection and taking personal responsibility for the direction in which we move forward. As our emo-
tions settle, we should consider the legacy that we will leave for the next generation and reflect on what we can do to create a better path of promise for the future for those who follow.
In recognizing the magnitude of this moment in our political history, it is imperative to consider focusing on what unites us rather than what divides us. At our core, I believe we all share similar fundamental desires: to be able to live in an affordable, safe community where we, our families, and loved ones are treated with dignity and respect and can thrive, live authentically, and become the best versions of ourselves. We may have different customs, attend different religious institutions or celebrate in different ways, but the reality is this: We share more similarities than differences.
We must tamp down the divisive rhetoric that permeates our discourse.
ideals of tolerance and constructive problem-solving. Developing a willingness to listen and consider the possibility that an alternate way of thinking on an issue may have value is essential, and as a first step, I encourage everyone across the political spectrum to see how we can do better and contribute toward achieving this outcome.
seize on the work of forging a positive path for the next generation. Everyone is exhausted by the current political climate. We can and must do our part to work together, in order to give us all a better chance to live our best lives in a society where everyone is valued and protected.
Changing the toxic political climate starts with each one of us taking a long look in the mirror and embracing the
At this time of tremendous division, we must all renew our willingness to consider the legitimacy of differing perspectives and seek common ground on which reasonable people can begin to build a consensus. Start by focusing on something you can agree on and build from there. This isn’t an easy task, but it is a necessary one. We won’t always agree, but we must not always disagree. Even within our own families, we don’t concur on everything, but we move forward together.
With the holiday season fast approaching, now is an ideal time to
Our first task in this vital pursuit is tamping down the divisive rhetoric and intolerance that permeates our discourse. By focusing on understanding, empathy and bridge-building, we can pave the way for more united communities as we build a future that is inclusive, respectful of differences, and focused on creating solutions that benefit everyone.
Let’s come together — not as adversaries, but as neighbors and fellow citizens — and work toward a future in which our shared values and common goals guide us to a stronger and more resilient future. We are all better when we work together.
Scott M. Davis, of Rockville Centre, represents Nassau County’s 1st Legislative District.
L.I. urgently needs sustainable waste management
As Long Island grows, so does the stress on the region’s infrastructure, resources and properties. With nearly 3 million residents calling Nassau and Suffolk counties home, Long Island is facing a waste management crisis of unprecedented proportions.
Long Island produces approximately 7 million tons of waste annually. This immense volume, comprising everything from household trash to commercial and construction debris, is straining a region that is already stretching its waste management infrastructure upsettingly thin. And with the imminent closure of the Brookhaven Landfill, the region’s last major landfill, the crisis will only escalate, underscoring the critical need for sustainable solutions — particularly waste-to-energy systems — to address the growing environmental and logistical pressures. There’s no other way to put it, really: Current waste management practices on Long Island are becoming increasingly unsustainable. Landfills are a dead end. They’re shutting down all over the Northeast,
forcing waste to be transported farther and farther — an ecological and environmental catastrophe burdening residents, businesses and municipalities alike. Long-distance transportation of waste adds to traffic congestion, exponentially increases the likelihood of illegal dumping, pollutes the air, and exacerbates greenhouse gas emissions.
Long Island urgently needs a more sustainable waste management strategy.
region’s energy needs in a sustainable manner.
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e can no longer rely on outdated methods that damage our environment.
Reworld, a leader in sustainable waste solutions for over three decades, offers a solution to this growing crisis. With four strategically located thermomechanical treatment facilities — in Westbury, West Babylon, East Northport and Ronkonkoma — we’ve been instrumental in helping Long Island manage its waste more efficiently. These facilities are waste ecosystems, and employ a variety of sustainable capabilities that extract valuable resources from what many of us toss in our kitchen bins at home.
For example, each of these facilities houses waste-to-energy technology. By converting waste into renewable energy, we reduce the Island’s reliance on landfills while simultaneously generating electricity, thus contributing to the
Throughout our more than 30 years on Long Island, we’ve been focused on working with community groups and environmental advocates to lead the way in developing and implementing advanced solutions to help the region achieve its environmental goals. The journey toward a sustainable future, however, is a collective one. It requires the active participation of residents, businesses and municipalities in waste reduction, recycling and support for sustainable waste management practices.
Our commitment to sustainability also extends to our metalrecovery services, where we recycle over 60,000 tons of ferrous and non-ferrous materials each year. To put this in perspective, the recovered metal could form a chain of paperclips that wraps around the Earth 85 times. This dedication to resource recovery highlights our mission to minimize waste and maximize the value of discarded materials.
For example, improper disposal of medications, whether flushed or thrown away, can lead to pharmaceutical contamination of groundwater, potentially affecting both the environment and public health. That’s why we partner with
municipalities throughout the year across Long Island to help organize pharmaceutical take-back events. This gives residents a way to safely and responsibly dispose of expired and unused prescription drugs. By facilitating proper disposal methods, Reworld and its municipal partners are helping reduce the risk of contamination, and help keep our communities safe and healthy by protecting critical infrastructure.
In addition to community programming, Reworld is also driving innovation in sustainable waste solutions on Long Island by implementing new technology at our facilities. We’ve developed advanced thermal-treatment methods and integrated high-efficiency combustion systems with cutting-edge environmental controls. Our Long Island plants operate with an unprecedented level of efficiency and environmental responsibility.
Long Island stands at a critical crossroads. The decisions we make today will shape the future of our waste management infrastructure. We can no longer rely on outdated methods that damage our environment and strain our communities. By embracing sustainable practices, we can reduce landfill dependency, lower our carbon footprint and create a healthier, cleaner environment for future generations.
Adel Omrani is president, East Region, of Reworld.
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Herald editorial
Delivering quality journalism matters most
last week’s news that The Newark Star-Ledger will cease its print edition and become digitalonly in February offers an opportunity to reflect on how quality journalism best serves our communities today.
The Star-Ledger’s shift, along with similar moves by other newspapers in New Jersey, reflects the complex reality facing modern newsrooms. But rather than seeing this as a choice between print and digital, let’s focus on what research consistently shows: Different formats serve different purposes, and many readers benefit from both.
Print newspapers continue to command exceptional trust and engagement. Studies repeatedly demonstrate that readers retain information better from print, and advertisers see stronger results from print campaigns. There’s something uniquely focused about the experience of reading a physical newspaper — the thoughtful progression through its pages, the serendipitous discoveries, the natural hierarchy that helps readers understand what matters
letters
Affordable housing tops the list of L.I.’s problems
To the Editor:
I’m writing in response to the editorial “The Herald’s pact with you” (Oct. 31-Nov. 6), in which you ask, “What are the topics you care about?”
There are many problems affecting Nassau County, Long Island, New York state and the United States that I care about, but the one I find myself coming back to more than any other is housing, specifically the availability of affordable housing.
I live in Point Lookout, a community that has gentrified enormously since my parents bought a home here in 1957, for which they paid $17,500, taking a 10-year mortgage. It’s great for me, I guess, that my home has appreciated in value astronomically, but, in my opinion, not so good overall for the people of Long Island.
One of my daughters struggled to find somewhere to live on her own nearby, finally settling into part of a home in another Nassau County community, paying rent that’s at the very limit of what she can afford. And this is typical. As individuals and families struggle to pay their mortgages and property taxes, there are close to zero apartments and mixed-use developments being built.
In Long Beach, just down the road from Point Lookout, there are innumerable, mostly illegal apartments in homes, despite the periodic statements of various Long Beach officials
most. Digital platforms, meanwhile, excel at breaking news and interactive graphics.
The most successful news organizations today recognize that different stories, and different moments, call for different platforms.
At the Herald, we see firsthand how print and digital complement each other. Breaking news might first appear online, and then our print editions provide the context, analysis and depth that help readers truly understand issues affecting their communities. Each platform serves its purpose, and together they create a more informed community.
The future of news isn’t about choosing digital over print, or vice versa — it’s about delivering quality journalism through whatever channels best serve you, our readers. There’s no doubt that news will eventually be delivered by a technology that doesn’t even exist yet, and that’s OK.
Local newspapers, regardless of format, serve as champions of community achievements, watchdogs of public officials and chroniclers of the stories that
matter most to our readers. Whether you’re holding a printed page or scrolling on a screen, what matters most is the quality of the journalism you’re reading.
At the Herald, our commitment has remained unchanged for many decades: to provide trustworthy, impactful journalism that serves the people of Long Island. We’ll continue investing in both print and digital delivery, recognizing that our readers benefit from having choices in how they consume news. And, of course, we always want to hear from you about how we can serve you and your communities better.
The future of journalism depends not on the medium but on the continued support of readers who value quality local news. Whether you prefer print or digital, or both, your engagement helps ensure that professional journalism continues to thrive in our communities. Tell your friends and family to subscribe to their local newspapers, wherever in the world they live.
We look forward to being your trusted source of local news for years to come.
promising a crackdown on such apartments.
The opposition to building more housing on Long Island is fierce. Look what happened last year to Gov. Kathy Hochul’s attempt to encourage the construction of more housing throughout the state.
Local politicians rant and rave about how apartments and multi-unit developments near transit hubs will destroy the suburban character of Nassau County — as if developers were looking to build huge apartments in residential neighborhoods!
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— while our young people and families who cannot afford to buy homes have almost no options for housing. Cowardly town, county and state politicians serve only their own self-interest in being re-elected, and do nothing to address this problem. And our young people, and others, continue to leave Long Island due to the lack of housing options.
MICHAEL CrAvEN Point Lookout
What comes next? How about our neglected unity?
For me, like so many Americans, the last six months have been a whirlwind of emotions, as arguably the most historic election in our nation’s history built momentum, intensified and eventually reached a climax on election night. While I’m not here to share my opinion on the outcome, the big question facing every citizen and resident of our country is: What next?
It can be tempting to see the outcome of the election as the ultimate refutation of the left — proof that Americans have rejected progressive values and policies and have wholeheartedly embraced modern Trumpist conservatism. While there may be some truth to this, I believe that what the result ultimately showed was that Americans are afraid. Afraid of economic disaster, afraid of global conflict, afraid of violence at home. These are reasonable fears. Even for the many Americans who lived through the final throes of the Cold War or watched the twin towers fall on Sept. 11,
2001, our country has never seemed more like a powder keg ready to explode.
Which is why, now more than ever, we need to come together not just as liberals and conservatives, but as Americans. The United States has always been strongest when we’ve been united, and our darkest moments come when we turn on one another and lay blame at our neighbors’ doorsteps.
As Abraham Lincoln famously said, “A house divided against itself cannot stand,” and those words are as true today as they were 166 years ago.
everything from political rivals being forced to work together in government — such as when Alexander Hamilton and Thomas Jefferson collaborated to create our financial system while simultaneously establishing Washington, D.C., as the nation’s capital — to having uncomfortable Thanksgiving dinners with relatives who have radically different political values.
m y dad will never forget the kind strangers far from home after the 9/11 attacks.
While conservatives may claim, rightly or wrongly, that progressives are softhearted dopes who focus on issues that don’t matter to real Americans, progressives may claim, rightly or wrongly, that conservatives are coldhearted dopes who focus on issues that don’t matter to real Americans. Perspective is everything, and trying to work together and understand not only what our differences are, but also why they exist, is the quintessential heart of the American experiment.
The intersection of our political and social culture has always been an uneasy compromise. This extends to
Letters
Not giving in to ‘our season of despair’
To the Editor:
I hope that Nov. 5, 2024, is not a date that will live in infamy, but I must express my justifiable concerns. I don’t fear the boogeyman in the closet. I fear a reality that may occur.
Hello, America: This is the time to say, “Oops, shoulda not done that.” This may be the season of our regret and despair. At the risk of sounding Cassandra-like, I fear for our democratic nation, I fear for our personal safety and I fear for our future.
Let’s start with our new leader, Donald Trump, awaiting sentencing on his criminal charges. How will the judicial system honor the decisions of the jurors? What will he do in the cases of the Capitol rioters? He could grant all or some of them pardons. What actions might he take on his first day in office? Which programs will he sign into law?
At risk are female reproductive rights, tariffs that could possibly raise the price of marketplace goods, more laws against vulnerable and targeted populations and the empowering of those who promote false science and other highly dubious theo-
ries. Many of us are concerned about what could happen to our health care and Social Security benefits. Will they change, possibly with decreases that will seriously impact an aging population? And, of course, there is the issue of border security, with its parallel implications of a ready labor market.
Like many of my fellow citizens, I hope that President-elect Trump doesn’t violate long-held democratic traditions and implement authoritarian governance.
I am worried about him using his platform to praise authoritarian leaders while demeaning our democratic allies. I am also concerned about him using pejorative and threatening language with his perceived enemies.
We who feel abandoned and in despair must stand strong, and must continue to make our voices heard through democratic means and processes. We must persist in speaking for the disenfranchised, so the liberties we have known and hope to preserve for future generations are not deserted and forgotten. This is our America — let us continue to carry the torch illuminating a better life for all, and not give in to our season of despair.
The idea that people who disagree politically could do so without resorting to violence is what separated our country from nearly all others when we declared our independence. It is one of the most sacred responsibilities that we as Americans must honor and hold dear, or risk losing the dream of a more just, more equitable society as envisioned by our Founding Fathers.
So while it’s easy to feel emotional following this election, remember that we need to heal the nation’s wounds, not worsen them. Think next time before you gloat to a “libtard” about winning the election — or calling every conservative voter you know a fascist. Are you really saying it because you believe it, or because emotions are running high and you feel like you need to show the
world how strongly you hold your beliefs?
In the days after the Sept. 11 attacks, my father was in California, desperately trying to get back home to my family. With all flights grounded, he and a friend rented a car and tried to make a cross-country drive.
Running on fumes on a remote stretch of highway, they came to a gas station that, unfortunately, was out of business. Stranded and worried about their loved ones, my dad and his friend were lucky enough to be found by some locals in a pickup truck. The saviors had a spare five-gallon tank of gas for the dirt bikes in the bed of the truck.
My dad always talked about how, while thanking them, he explained how and his friend were New Yorkers trying to get home to their families. Without missing a beat, one of the men responded, “We’re all New Yorkers today.”
That is what makes America great, not rhetoric or political stunts or moral grandstanding. And that is what we need to keep hold of in the aftermath of this election: that no matter what, we are all Americans, and that we’re all stronger when we work together.
Will Sheeline is a senior reporter covering Glen Cove, Glen Head, Oyster Bay and Sea Cliff. Comments? WSheeline@ liherald.com.
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Two female canines who served in war
As we commemorate Veterans Day this week, it is important to remember the brave war dogs who risked their lives to carry out dangerous tasks for their human comrades. While most famous military dogs have been male, here are the stories of two heroic female dogs who served in pivotal roles:
Civil War Dog: Sallie
Sallie, a Staffordshire mix, is immortalized with a monument at Gettysburg. At just four weeks old, she was given to Lieutenant William Terry of the 11th Pennsylvania Infantry. Sallie grew up with the soldiers, marching alongside them and learning drum rolls and bugle calls as the official mascot of the regiment. She also nursed four litters of puppies during the Civil War.
From 1862 to 1865, Sallie accompanied her unit into major battles, including Antietam, Fredericksburg, and Chancellorsville. She recognized her soldiers both in and out of uniform and would often stand over the fallen, guarding the wounded and dead. During the Battle of Gettysburg, her regiment was forced to retreat, leaving her behind. Three days later, they found Sallie standing guard over her fallen comrades.
Sallie survived a gunshot wound to the neck at Spotsylvania in 1864, but was mortally wounded during the Battle of Hatcher's Run in February 1865. Her soldiers buried her on the battlefield, but when they moved out, they discovered her hidden puppies. The soldiers gave the pups to civilians to continue her bloodline. In 1890, survivors of the regiment commissioned a monument at Gettysburg, featuring a marble statue of Sallie at the feet of the soldiers she faithfully served.
World War II Dog: Judy
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met British aircraftsman Frank Williams, and the two became inseparable.
When the prisoners were transferred in 1944, Williams smuggled Judy aboard a ship in a rice sack. That vessel was also torpedoed, and Williams feared she had drowned. However, Judy reappeared at a subsequent POW camp, surviving lice outbreaks and even an alligator attack. Her loyalty and courage kept the prisoners' spirits high, and Williams fought to survive to protect her.
After the war, Judy returned to Britain with Williams, though she
Judy, a liver-and-white Pointer, is the only dog officially recognized as a prisoner of war during World War II. Born in Shanghai in 1937, she became the mascot for several British Navy ships. When the HMS Grasshopper was torpedoed, Judy and the crew swam to safety on a deserted Pacific island.
Once captured by the Japanese, Judy spent three years as a POW. She helped alert fellow prisoners to scorpions and snakes, and defended them from enemy guards. Facing starvation, she
had to endure six months in quarantine. The pair visited the families of fallen prisoners, and in 1946, Judy was awarded the Dickin Medal for her bravery. The citation read: "For magnificent courage and endurance in Japanese prison camps, which helped to maintain morale among her fellow prisoners and also saving many lives through her intelligence and watchfulness."
Judy died in 1950, at the age of 13, while stationed in Tanzania with Williams. Her incredible story was immortalized in books and a movie, and she remains a symbol of resilience and courage.
Left: Statue of Sallie on top of 11th Pennsylvania Infantry monument in Gettysburg.
CALENDAR OF EVENTS
The following are a list of public meetings and special events for the coming week: Please note: All meetings are subject to change without notice.
THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 14
• Plainedge School District Board of Education Meeting: 7:30 p.m., Innovation Learning Center, Plainedge High School, 241 Wyngate Dr., Massapequa.
• Massapequa School District Board of Education Meeting: 8 p.m., Board Room, 4925 Merrick Rd., Massapequa.
• The Long Island Dahlia Society: 9 a.m., Bayard Cutting Arboretum, 440 Montauk Hwy., Great River. All are welcome. Come and learn how to care for your dahlias. Tubers will be available for sale starting in April. For more information, call (631)-972-8829 (leave message) or visit longislanddahlia.org
• Town of Oyster Bay Planning Advisory Board Meeting: 7p.m., Town Hall Meeting Room, Town Hall North, 54 Audrey Ave., Oyster Bay. Please call (516) 624-6200 with related questions.
FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 15
• Simpson United Methodist Church Thrift Shop: 10 a.m. to 1 p.m., 30 Locust Ave., Amityville. For more information, call (631)-789-2569
SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 16
• The Long Island Dahlia Society: 9 a.m., Bayard Cutting Arboretum, 440 Montauk Hwy., Great River. All are welcome. Come and learn how to care for your dahlias. Tubers will be available for sale starting in April. For more information call (631)-972-8829 (leave message) or visit longislanddahlia.org
SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 17
• Simpson United Methodist Church Thrift Shop: 10 a.m. to 1 p.m., 30 Locust Ave., Amityville. For more information, call (631)-789-2569.
• Farmingdale Farmers Market on the Village Green by Schneider’s Farm: 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., 361 Main Street, Farmingdale. For more information, call (516)-249-0093.
TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 19
• Town of Oyster Bay Town Board Meeting: 10 a.m.., Town Board Hearing Room, Town Hall North, 54 Audrey Ave., Oyster Bay. For more information, call (516) 624-6380.
• Emotional Health Recovery and Support Group: 7:30 to 9 p.m., Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 9592, 55 Hickory Lane, Levittown. Free weekly, in-person meeting of Emotions Anonymous, a 12-step support group for anyone experiencing emotional difficulties. For more information, call Steve at (631)-332-0552 or Jill at (516)-220-7808. All calls are confidential.
WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 20
• Nassau County Legislature: 1 p.m., Theodore Roosevelt Executive and Legislative Building, 1550 Franklin Avenue, Mineola. For more information, call (516)-571-6200.
• Emotional Health Recovery and Support Group: 7:30 to 9 p.m. Free weekly, virtual meeting of Emotions Anonymous, a 12-step support group for anyone experiencing emotional difficulties. For more information, call Steve at (631)-332-0552 or Jill at (516)-220-7808. All calls are confidential.
• The Long Island Dahlia Society: 9 a.m., Bayard Cutting Arboretum, 440 Montauk Hwy., Great River. All are welcome. Come and learn how to care for your dahlias. Tubers will be available for sale starting in April. For more information call (631)-972-8829 (leave message) or visit longislanddahlia.org
Frank Williams & Judy the Pointer, wearing her Dickin medal in 1946.