Seaford Herald 12-26-2024 by Richner Communications, Inc

HERALD PEOPLE oF THE YEAR

Mary Miller & Chris white

Nassau County unveils a new drone technology. Page 4

Blazers have their sights set on All-Star tournament. Page 5

From darkness, they found light

Seaford couple bring hope to grieving parents with Lola Jayne Foundation

By CHARLES SHAW

Mary Miller and Chris White faced what no parent would ever want to go through on Dec. 28, 2022, when their 9-month-old daughter, Lola Jayne White, died from complications of Crohn’s disease, an autoimmune disorder that affects the digestive system.

Miller, 35, and White, 36, of Seaford, left NYU Langone Hospital, in Mineola, with a memory box that contained a lock of Lola’s hair. Miller expected a call from a social worker, or perhaps a doctor, the next day, but there was none.

“When we left the hospital, we just felt so alone,” Miller said. “We didn’t know where to turn.”

Miller knew that she and her husband needed mental health resources to deal with the trauma, but they didn’t know the protocol, and their insurance didn’t cover therapy. She added that mothers in their community who had had similar experiences reached out with contacts for group therapy.

As they worked through their grief, Miller and White thought about other suffering parents like them who might not have had the strength to seek help.

When we left the hospital, we just felt so alone. We didn't know where to turn.

MARY MIllER Lola Jayne Foundation

In March 2023, they created the Lola Jayne Foundation, a nonprofit that supports charitable organizations that offer those parents support and advance infant health care.

“I knew that we had to be that beacon of light for other people, and try to help them as much as we can, because we were in that position,” Miller said.

In less than two years, the foundation has raised scores of thousands of dollars, and is working to promote changes in how hospitals interact with families after the death of a loved one. Miller is its president and treasurer, and White its vice president. For their efforts to ensure that no parent who has lost a child feels alone, the Herald is proud to name Miller and White its 2024 People of the Year.

According to White, the Lola Jayne Foundation’s goal is to raise as much money as possible to fund grants for other community-based nonprofits that work with grieving parents. They have hosted two major fundraising events the past two Septembers, at Westbury Manor, which have collected over $100,000, and have given out several grants.

The first one went to Don’t Toss the Bouquet, a floral preservation service in Patchogue, which has an Angel Baby program for grieving mothers. The foundation also presented a grant

last year to the Center for Hope at Cohen Children’s Medical Center, in New Hyde Park, a program that offers group therapy resources for parents who have lost a child.

At their most recent September fundraiser, White, a Nassau County police officer, and Miller, a stay-at-home mother of a 10-month-old daughter named Lucy, raised roughly $50,000, which was given as a grant to Luke’s Purpose in Commack, a nonprofit that provides financial assistance to families that have lost a child, whether to help cover the costs of funerals, burials and mental health counseling.

“People forget that the mortgage still needs to be paid, bills still need to be paid, funerals still need to be paid for, and bills really start to add up,” White said. “So we thought that would be a great resource, to give them a grant.”

According to Ashley Meyveci, director and president of Luke’s Purpose, it was established after her 2-year-old son, Luke, died in October 2022. Meyveci said she knew Miller and Continued on page 2

Chris White Chris White, Mary Miller and their daughter, Lola, who died on Dec. 28, 2022, at 9 months old. As they dealt with their grief, Miller and White founded the Lola Jayne Foundation, which has provided funding to charities that offer resources to grieving parents.

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Offering hope to couples who've lost a child

White from group therapy sessions at the Center for Hope, and they created their organizations at around the same time.

Meyveci said she was surprised by the size of the grant, and thankful. “It was amazing,” she said. “We didn’t know what the amount was until that day, so we were shocked about that,” she added, referring to the September event. “We were just so grateful that they selected us. The funds that they gave to us, it’s going to go so far.”

Miller and White have helped change how the hospital where Lola died assist parents who have lost a child. Alexandra Reens, director of the Pediatric Emergency Department at NYU Langone, where Lola Jayne White died, talked with Miller and White about their experience, and acknowledged weaknesses in the hospital’s procedures for dealing with the deaths of pediatric patients.

Now, the day after such a death, Reens said, a social worker calls the family to check in, and to provide them with resources to help them through the grieving process.

“That wasn’t done for Chris and Mary, and they shared that it would’ve been helpful,” Reens said. She added that the new procedure was implemented at the beginning of this year, and the feedback has been positive. Miller and White, Reens said, are passionate about making a positive difference in other people’s lives, having turned a tragedy into something that can help others.

“It’s really just a testament to them,” she said. “I just think that they’re really inspiring and awesome.”

Miller said that no one quite understands what

it’s like to lose a child other than a parent who’s been through it. Siblings, parents and grandparents can empathize, she said, but they can’t fully relate to the experience.

Meyveci said it has been great to see their organizations grow alongside each other, and they still text ideas back and forth. “We’re super proud of the work that they’ve done,” Meyveci said, “and I know Lola would be proud of them too.”

In the future, White said, he would like to hold more fundraisers, perhaps golf outings or running

events. Managing the foundation was sad at first, he said, because they missed Lola, but it has been fulfilling to make a difference in her honor.

“To be able to help other parents, and relate to them, and be that glimmer of hope that somebody else was for us, it is incredibly rewarding,” Miller added.

The couple now care for Lucy, continue to heal and remain focused on keeping Lola’s memory alive through the work of their foundation. “We’re proud to be Lola’s parents,” Miller said, “and to honor her name.”

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White and Miller at their fundraiser at Westbury Manor in September. Since its founding last year, the Lola Jayne Foundation has raised over $100,000 for charities that help parents deal with the loss of a child.

Expressing student’s creativity. Seaford High School art teacher Michael Kerr showing a digital sculpting app to students. In recognition of his classroom innovations, Kerr was named a recipient of the Bright Light Award for infusing instructional technology into his teaching.

Becoming an Eagle Scout. State Sen. Steve Rhoads joined Boy Scout Troop 96 in Wantagh on Jan. 6 to honor Alexander Romeo, who accomplished a feat only a select few Scouts ever achieve— earning the rank of Eagle Scout. Rhoads praised Alexander’s dedication and perseverance in completing the rigorous requirements to become an Eagle Scout.

successful clothing drive.

A helping hand during the holidays. Members of the Wantagh Lions Club visited servicemen and women at the United States Coast Guard Station at Jones Beach, bringing desserts to those who have to work on Christmas Eve and Christmas Day.

The Seaford Middle School Service Club held a winter clothing drive for the Long Island Coalition for the Homeless. From left: Secretary Ryan Kind, Treasurer Michael Buck, co-adviser Amanda Robilotto, President Jake Wilhelm, co-adviser Julia Spellman and Vice President Jovie Hartmann.

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Top of their class. Close friends Umika Hathiramani, left, and Angelina Belgiorno were the top two graduates of the Seaford High School Class of 2024.

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A celebration of reading. Forest Lake Elementary School second graders read to partners during a reading celebration to close out a fiction unit.

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Nassau County unveils drone detection tech

By JORDAN VALLONE jvallone@liherald.com

Following reports that a large number of mysterious drones have been seen flying over parts of New Jersey and the East Coast, Nassau County officials showcased the county’s drone detection technology, that allows law enforcement to track drones anywhere within the county County Executive Bruce Blakeman, at a news conference held at the David S. Mack Center for Training and Intelligence in Garden City on Dec. 19, told reporters that the county’s drone detection capabilities are “ahead of the curve.”

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

Reports of drones

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

The Federal Aviation Administration banned drone flights in 22 areas of New Jersey, according to a report by AP News. Patrick Ryder, commissioner of the

in states along the East Coast.

Nassau County Police Department, said since Nov. 1, Nassau County has identified over 1,800 drone flights and 798 pilots.

What can Nassau County do?

Nassau County has the ability to track and identify drones that are in the county’s airspace, but is not allowed to mitigate their flying — only the federal government has that authority, Blakeman said.

“There’s detection and there’s mitigation,” he explained. “The mitigation is two types: One is the technology to jam it

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and have it return to its base, and the other one is to destroy it.”

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

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

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

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

Are there credible threats?

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

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

Drones can pose threats to aircraft by interfering with planes, or they could crash into structures, causing property damage. Large drones, Blakeman said,

have the ability to carry material, either biological, chemical or explosive, which is a major concern.

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

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

Nassau County’s technology

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

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

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

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

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

Different types of drones

on display outside of the David S. Mack Center for Training and Intelligence.

Blazers set their sights on all-star tournament

By JOSIE RACETTE Intern

The Seaford Blazers is a nonprofit organization for little league baseball travel tournaments. The organization was founded 2 years ago when a group of volunteer dads got together wanted a travel team option for boys (and girls) to continue playing baseball year-round. Participants include boys and girls already part of the Seaford Little League teams who want to increase their baseball skills.

The 12U team is a group of boys who are super passionate about baseball. Since other little league travel teams are expensive, the Seaford Blazers is all volunteer based. The organization partners with facilities such as Prospect Sports in Farmingdale and Long Island Baseball in Bellmore which cost some money, but not nearly as much as a different travel team costs. There are no professional coaches, just dads with kids who want to play baseball.

“It’s the kids getting to play and the parents giving them the chance to play and get better whereas financially that may not have been an option in the past,” said Charlie Meyer, the manager and head coach of the 12U team.

Meyer isn’t the only coach for the team, having four assistant coaches helping him: Brian Hillmann, Marlon Palha, Mike Garcia, Michael Alcide.

The Seaford Blazers participate in the spring, summer and fall travel leagues each year, and this year, the 12U team came in first in all three leagues.

“They’re passionate and take it seriously,” Alcide said.

While not participating in tournaments, the 12U team focuses on the skills, mentality and sportsmanship of the game. Being good teammates is easy to accomplish, but

being good humans is much harder. The boys worked together off the field as well, learning how to transition from elementary to middle school.

During rough patches the team went through, the boys focused on dealing with it as a group. If they didn’t get the results they wanted, they worked together as a team to boost each other up. They tried harder and invested more time into practicing, starting to see the results they wanted.

“As much as baseball is super important, it’s also a life lesson,” Alcide said.

This coming August, the team has their sights set on the Cooperstown All Star Village Tournament. From May to August, 70 to 100 different teams register to play for a week in Cooperstown, New York. While other teams participating have the opportunity to play outside all year, the 12U team is hoping to hold their own and make this a great experience.

The goal of the game is always to make memories that the kids and parents will hold onto for the rest of their life. The team is always striving for success on and off the field, hoping their passion for baseball never falters.

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The Seaford Blazers 12U Little League baseball team after a championship win.

Encouraging blood donations. To help promote the Seaford Lions Club’s Community Blood Drive, students at the Harbor and Manor elementary schools made posters to encourage blood donors.

End of an era at Seaford. Ralph Rossetti retired after over four legendary decades as coach of the Seaford High School boys’ varsity basketball team.

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From scrap to art. Mitchell Siegel, of Levittown, crafted a sculpture of a butterfly out of scrap metal and donated it to Temple B’nai Torah in Wantagh.

Honoring WWII veterans. Veterans and local elected leaders gathered at the Wantagh American Legion on Feb. 4 to honor four World War Two US Army Chaplains who made the ultimate sacrifice.

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Warming up the band. The Wantagh Elementary School concert orchestra performed three songs to open up the dress rehearsal for their winter concert.

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Sparky makes a visit. Students at Seaford Harbor Elementary School were excited to meet New York Islanders mascot Sparky the Dragon while learning about being a good teammate.

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Strong support for pickleball. Captian pickleball instructor Erica Bleimeyer, left, with Brittany Cirrone, a coordinator for the Levittown public Schools’ Adult Continuing Education program. The program, which returned last fall, has seen a strong turnout from the community, according to coordinators.

Honoring the 2024 Grand Marshal. Wantagh’s 2024 Grand Marshal John Theissen, center, without sash, with the marshal’s aides at the Grand Marshal Reception and Dinner on March 7, at which Theissen was honored for his contributions to the community.

A viking march in the city. The

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while marching down the city streets during the New York City

Day Parade.

A donation for young mothers. Members of the Wantagh Lions stopped by Mommas House, in Levittown, to present a check for $1,300. From left, were Lions 1st Vice President Larry Lamendola; his wife, Eileen; club President Jose Obregon; Mommas House Associate Director Patricia Shea; Lions Treasurer Margaret Obregon; 1-year-old Hezekiah Rogers; and Momma’s House Executive Director Deirdre Trumpy.

Celebrating exceptional teachers. Seaford teachers Tara Flood, far left, Ann-Marie Motisi, Laura Maciag and Stephanie Lucia were honored as the district’s 2023 Teachers of the Year at American Legion Post 1132.

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Seaford band passed

Patrick’s Cathedral

St. Patrick’s

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Marching in the big parade. The Wantagh High School marching band played their trumpets and drums while marching in Wantagh’s 2024 St. Patrick’s Day Parade.

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A beautiful day for an egg hunt. Sisters Alexandra and Camryn Daly displayed the prizes they found during the Seaford Chamber of Commerce’s Easter egg hunt at Washington Avenue Park.

thrilling night on

Spring colors at annual plant sale. Seaford Fire Department’s Hook, Ladder, and Engine Co. 1 delighted the community with their annual Easter Plant Sale at the Department Headquarters on Southard and Waverly Avenues.

A dance for the ages. Rick and Joyce Rappaport partied like it was the 1960s in psychedelic-themed costumes at Temple B’Nai Torah’s Party "Through The Decades" dressup dance party.

Cawley foundation gives back. The community came together at Mulcahy’s in Wantagh during the annual benefit fundraiser hosted by the Michael J. Cawley Memorial Foundation. Grace Andrews, second from left, who suffers from brittle bone disease, was presented her with a check on stage from the Cawley foundation.

A patriotic essay winner. Wantagh middle School principal anthony Ciuffo, far left, with the district’s director of Humanities, Julie Rosslee, Kate Stivali, Social Studies teacher David Cippoletti and Assistant Principal Rachel Quattrocchi. Kate, a student at Wantagh Middle School, was a state seventh-grade winner of an essay contest hosted by the Daughters of the American Revolution.

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the stage. Students in Wantagh High School’s drama club gave a captivating performance of ‘Jekyll and Hyde.' Madelyn Hartmann played Emma Carew, right, and Anthony Lerro as Jekyll and Hyde.

Vikings blank East Rockaway. Seaford’s defense pitched a shutout and Brian Falk rushed for all three touchdowns Nov. 8 in a 20-0 win at East Rockaway in a Nassau Conference IV football quarterfinal playoff matchup.

Seaford field hockey thrives. Led by captains Emma

and Ava

the Vikings’ field hockey team went undefeated in September (8-0) and qualified for the playoffs for the first time in more than a decade.

Seaford earns softball title. A year after winning Nassau Class B, Seaford outlasted Wantagh in a thrilling best-of-three Class A championship series Memorial Weekend to make it back-to-back crowns.

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News brief

Sands New York spreads holiday cheer

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

–Kelsie Radziski

Crafts and music at the train station. Cassandra Kelly and Cake the dog enjoyed the festivities at the second annual Community Craft, Garage Sale, and Flea Market Fundraiser at the Seaford Train Station.

Honoring the nation’s heroes. Members of the Wantagh American Legion paid tribute to those who made the ultimate sacrifice during the Memorial Day Parade on Wantagh Avenue.

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An innovative take on a popular toy. Students in Katharine Black’s third grade class at Seaford Harbor elementary learned how to code by building Lego sets.

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‘Annie’ performance dazzles. Temple B’nai Torah’s Mainstage Players brought the classic musical ‘Annie’ to life in Wantagh.

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A haircut for a good cause. Temple B’nai Torah’s Hebrew school teacher Colette Brancaccio had students cut her hair for a good cause as part of the temple’s Mitzvah Day activities.

A parade to remember. Crowds gathered along Wantagh Avenue to honor those who made the ultimate sacrifice during Wantagh’s Memorial Day parade.

the crowd goes wild. Cricket fans gathered at Cedar Creek Park in Seaford for a watch party to see the India-Pakistan game that was the highlight of the ICC

Cup, which took place at the temporary Nassau County International

Meadow’s Eisenhower Park.

Richardson receives prestigious medal. Emily Richardson, a student at Seaford High School, was the recipient of the Rensselaer Medal, a distinguished $160,000 four-year scholarship.

Keeping in rhythm. Wantagh

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Men’s T20 World

Cricket Stadium in East

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student Andrew Pascucci performed on

drums for the Food Truck Fundraiser held at Wantagh Middle School.

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Air show at the beach. Jones Beach State Park was filled with crowds excited to hear the roar of jet planes during the Bethpage Air Show.

Sliding into spring. Jace Fernandez enjoyed the slide at Move n’ Groove Fun Fitness during the Wantagh Kiwanis Club’s Eighth Annual Spring Festival at the Wantagh Train Station.

Food and fun at summer reading party. Families gathered at Seaford Public Library parking lot to enjoy the Adult Summer Reading Kick-off party.

As one door closes, another opens. The Wantagh High School Class of 2024 proceeded onto the field for the 69th annual commencement ceremony.

Life after high school. Students at Seaford High School are learning valuable life skills in a course that teaches social skills and business management. Course co-instructor Christine Caserta, left, with sophomores Jonathan Saboni and Joseph Demaria, and co-instructor Michael

Graduation for MacArthur seniors. General Douglas MacArthur High School salutatorian Benjamin Campbell and valedictorian Zarif Jamal stood with Assistant Principals Terence Ryan and Anne Rao and Principal Joseph Sheehan before the commencement ceremony.

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Carnival fun at Maria Regina. At the Maria Regina Roman Catholic Church’s annual Family Carnival in Seaford, 9-year-olds Jake, left, and Oliver rode the dragon coaster.

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Celebrating our independence. Former American Idol contestant and Wantagh native Adam Ezegelian waves to the crowd at Wantagh’s Independence Day Parade on July 4.

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A successful book drive. State Sen. Steve Rhoads recently wrapped up a successful book drive, collecting over 5,000 books. The drive was in collaboration with Book Fairies and included participation from several community libraries.

A street in his name. Friends and family members of the late NYPD sergeant and 9/11 first responder Al Morabito, as well as elected officials, gathered on the corner of Locust and Oakland Avenues in Wantagh for a street-renaming ceremony in his honor.

Penny Lane plays the Beatles. Tom Christie, drummer of Penny Lane, a Beatles tribute band, performed with his band in front of a crowd at the Wantagh Public Library as part of the library’s Music Monday Summer Concert series.

A bite to eat at the food truck festival. The St. Frances de Chantal Parish, alongside the Knights of Columbus and Columbiettes, hosted their Summer Saturday Evening’s Food Truck Festival in Wantagh. At the event, Amanda Santana, left, and EJ Santana from Bori Bites served customers Empanacos.

Ready for the new school year. Incoming freshmen at Wantagh High School got a taste of what’s in store for them over the next four years during orientation for the Class of 2028.

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Bearers of the torch. Justin Heller, left, with Danny Cronin and Peyton Nemeth, carrying a torch during the Seaford Recreation program at the district’s middle school.

party for bookworms.

A memorable field trip. Students from Seaford High School reflected on a once-in-a-lifetime experience, taking a trip to The National World War II Museum in New Orleans, thanks to a foundation created by the actor Gary Sinese. They accompanied veterans of the war, who told the students stories about their service.

Rockin’ back to the sixties. Just Sixties, a 1960s cover band, hit the stage during Seaford Public Library’s last outdoor summer concert. At the event, guitarist and keyboardist Donny West shredded on his Fender Telecaster.

A somber tribute, 23 years later. Hundreds gathered at Seaford High School for the 9/11 memorial Candle Lighting Ceremony. The event honored the memory of the five alumni, as well as the rest of the victims, who died in the Sept. 11 terrorist attacks.

Serving the community for 125 years. The Wantagh Fire Department celebrated its 125th anniversary by hosting the Sixth Battalion of Nassau County parade.

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Library

State Senator Steve Rhoads joined Library Director Shannon Marchese, and Head of Youth Services Jennifer McHugh for the Wantagh Public Library’s End of Summer Reading Party.

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Serving up lemonade. James Harris, 16, began his journey as an entrepreneur by serving up refreshing lemonade at his Layne Beverages stand. Holden Leeds/Herald

Temple members participate in ‘reverse tashlich.’ Members of Temple B’nai Torah, in Wantagh, took part in a beach cleanup at Jones Beach State park on a rainy day as part of a ‘reverse tashlich.’

A dominant Homecoming for the Warriors. The Wantagh Warriors charged onto the field for their Homecoming game, in which they trounced Oyster Bay High School.

Hoping to end breast cancer. Participants in the American Cancer Society’s Strides Against Breast Cancer Walk started at the East Bathhouse, and walked along the boardwalk to raise awareness of breast cancer and to raise money for research.

A walk to raise awareness. A large crowd gathered at Wantagh park to participate in the northeast Chapter of the Huntington’s Disease Society of America’s Team Hope Walk.

Women of distinction. Honorees at the 2024 Women of distinction ceremony, held at the Plainview-Old Bethpage Library, were recognized by State Sen. Steven Rhoads for their outstanding contributions to the community.

Courtesy Wantagh School District

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Courtesy Office of State Sen. Steve Rhoads

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Warriors unite for 9/11 memorial 5k. Hundreds participated in the Wantagh Warrior 9/11 Memorial 5k at Wantagh High School. The event was organized by the school district to honor the memory of those lost in the Sept. 11 attacks and to raise funds for scholarships and a future 9/11 memorial on school grounds.

Competing on a grand stage. Sabrina Asadurian, Wantagh High School junior and USA Select U16 girls’ lacrosse team member, competed in the Brogden Cup, an elite international youth tournament, last month in Sparks, Maryland.

Music and fun at Last Hope fundraiser. Last Hope Animal Rescue held its annual auction fundraiser, ‘Baskets and Bidding and Booze! Oh My!’ at Mulcahy’s on Nov. 10. Singer John Marco entertained the large turnout during the event.

Out of the Darkness walk unites thousands. Attendees gathered at Jones Beach State Park to participate in the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention’s annual Out of the Darkness Community Walk.

Seaford honors heroes with moving tribute. The community joined members of the Seaford American Legion on Nov. 11 at the Edwin Welch Jr. Post 1132 to honor those who served in the armed forces.

A freaky 5k in Wantagh. John Theissen, founder and executive director of the John Theissen Children’s Foundation, lead the start of the Freaky 5k race in Wantagh.

Courtesy Kim Asadurian

Hitting the stage with a familiar fairy tale. Students at Seaford High School performed ‘Peter and the Starcatcher,’ a prequel to ‘Peter Pan,’ on Nov. 22 and 23.

Living in a winter wonderland. The Wantagh Museum transformed into a holiday hub during the Winter Wonderland event, Hosted by the Wantagh Chamber of Commerce and sponsored by the John Theissen Children’s Foundation. Town Clerk Kate Murray, left, joined the festivities with Santa and Legislator Michael Giangregorio.

33 years of giving. People gathered at Mulcahy’s Pub and Concert Hall last Friday for the John Theissen Children’s Foundation’s annual Holiday Gala. The event featured raffles and a live auction, with proceeds benefiting the foundation.

Getting festive at the holiday fair. Alicia Singer, of Alicia’s Designs, got into the Hanukkah spirit during Temple B’nai Torah’s holiday fair in Wantagh. At the event, vendors offered a variety of items, including holiday-themed decorations, handcrafted jewelry, and unique crafts.

Kids help those in need. Members of the Student Council at Seaford Harbor Elementary School were busy during the holidays, organizing food, clothing and toy drives to help those in need.

Kids hit the stage. Temple B’nai Torah’s Junior Players performed in ‘Peter Pan Jr.,’ reenacting the beloved tale of Peter Pan and his adventures in Neverland. Play organizers said the children were up for the challenge of singing and dancing in several performances.

Bringing everyone together. Rabbi Moshe P. Weisblum, from Congregation Beth Tikvah gave the opening prayer with fellow clergy during the annual interfaith service.

Courtesy Jerry Hertzman

Courtesy Kerry Hansen

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Public Notices

LEGAL NOTICE

SUPREME COURT OF THE STATE OF NEW YORK COUNTY OF NASSAU NEWREZ LLC D/B/A SHELLPOINT MORTGAGE SERVICING, -againstDANIEL GLASNER, ET AL.

NOTICE OF SALE

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN pursuant to a Final Judgment of Foreclosure entered in the Office of the Clerk of the County of Nassau on August 8, 2023, wherein NEWREZ LLC D/B/A SHELLPOINT MORTGAGE SERVICING is the Plaintiff and DANIEL GLASNER, ET AL. are the Defendant(s). I, the undersigned Referee, will sell at public auction RAIN OR SHINE at the NASSAU COUNTY SUPREME COURT, NORTH SIDE STEPS, 100 SUPREME COURT DRIVE, MINEOLA, NY 11501, on January 7, 2025 at 2:00PM, premises known as 2479 JACKSON AVE, SEAFORD, NY 11783; and the following tax map identification: 65-182-20 & 21. ALL THAT CERTAIN PLOT, PIECE OR PARCEL OF LAND, WITH THE BUILDINGS AND IMPROVEMENTS THEREON ERECTED, SITUATE, LYING, AND BEING AT SEAFORD, TOWN OF HEMPSTEAD, COUNTY OF NASSAU AND STATE OF NEW YORK

Premises will be sold subject to provisions of filed Judgment Index No.: 002753/2015. Peter Kramer, Esq. - Referee. Robertson, Anschutz, Schneid, Crane & Partners, PLLC, 900 Merchants Concourse, Suite 310, Westbury, New York 11590, Attorneys for Plaintiff. All foreclosure sales will be conducted in accordance with Covid-19 guidelines including, but not limited to, social distancing and mask wearing. *LOCATION OF SALE SUBJECT TO CHANGE DAY OF IN ACCORDANCE WITH COURT/CLERK DIRECTIVES. 150288

LEGAL NOTICE NOTICE OF SALE SUPREME COURT COUNTY OF NASSAU, WILMINGTON SAVINGS FUND SOCIETY, FSB, NOT IN ITS INDIVIDUAL CAPACITY BUT SOLELY IN ITS CAPACITY AS OWNER TRUSTEE FOR OCWEN LOAN ACQUISITION TRUST 2023-HB1, Plaintiff, vs. PATRICK KYLE LESKO, AS HEIR, DEVISEE, DISTRIBUTEE OF THE ESTATE OF DIRK ANDREW LESKO, AS HEIR, DEVISEE, DISTRIBUTEE OF THE ESTATE OF BARBARA DOLGOFF; ANY AND ALL KNOWN OR UNKNOWN HEIRS, DEVISEES, GRANTEES, ASSIGNEES, LIENORS, CREDITORS, TRUSTEES AND ALL OTHER PARTIES

CLAIMING AN INTEREST BY, THROUGH, UNDER OR AGAINST THE ESTATE OF BARBARA DOLGOFF, ET AL., Defendant(s).

Pursuant to an Order Confirming Referee Report and Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale duly entered on September 5, 2024, I, the undersigned Referee will sell at public auction on the front steps on the north side of the Nassau County Supreme Court, 100 Supreme Court Drive, Mineola, NY 11501 on January 9, 2025 at 2:00 p.m., premises known as 3702 S Somerset Drive, Seaford, NY 11783. All that certain plot, piece or parcel of land, with the buildings and improvements thereon erected, situate, lying and being in the Town of Hempstead, County of Nassau and State of New York, Section 63, Block 58 and Lots 95-96. Approximate amount of judgment is $353,894.72 plus interest and costs. Premises will be sold subject to provisions of filed Judgment Index #614533/2018.

David Paul Weiss, Esq., Referee

Greenspoon Marder, 1345 Avenue of the Americas, Suite 2200, New York, NY 10105, Attorneys for Plaintiff 150270

LEGAL NOTICE NOTICE OF SALE SUPREME COURT NASSAU COUNTY LAKEVIEW LOAN SERVICING, LLC, Plaintiff against JOSEPH MORALES, et al Defendant(s) Attorney for Plaintiff(s) McCalla Raymer Leibert Pierce, LLC, 420 Lexington Avenue, Suite 840, New York, NY 10170.

Pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered March 16, 2020, I will sell at public auction to the highest bidder at North Side Steps of the Nassau County Supreme Court at 100 Supreme Court Drive, Mineola, NY 11501 on January 21, 2025 at 2:00 PM. Premises known as 2331 Neptune Avenue, Seaford, New York 11783. Sec 65 Block 273 Lot 13. All that certain plot, piece or parcel of land, with the buildings and improvements thereon erected, situate, lying and being at Seaford, Town of Hempstead, County of Nassau and State of New York. Approximate Amount of Judgment is $598,181.30 plus interest, fees, and costs. Premises will be sold subject to provisions of filed Judgment Index No 602732/2018. The foreclosure sale will be conducted in accordance with 10th Judicial District’s Covid-19 Policies and foreclosure auction rules. The Referee shall enforce any rules in place

regarding facial coverings and social distancing. If proper social distancing cannot be maintained or there are other health or safety concerns, then the Court Appointed Referee shall cancel the foreclosure auction. Foreclosure Auctions will be held “Rain or Shine.” For sale information, please contact XOME at www.Xome.com or call (844)400-9633. Lisa Segal Poczik, Esq., Referee File # 23-14875NY 150553

LEGAL NOTICE NOTICE OF SALE SUPREME COURT. NASSAU COUNTY. L&L ASSOCIATES HOLDING CORP., Pltf. vs. ROGER DENNIS CHAFFEE, et al, Defts. Index #612456/2022. Pursuant to judgment of foreclosure and sale entered June 12, 2023, I will sell at public auction on the North Side Steps of the Nassau Supreme Court, 100 Supreme Court Drive, Mineola, NY on January 22, 2025 at 3:00 p.m. prem. k/a Section 52, Block 302 Lot 743. Sold subject to terms and conditions of filed judgment and terms of sale. Foreclosure auction will be held “rain or shine.” If proper social distancing cannot be maintained or there are other health or safety concerns, then the court appointed referee will cancel the sale. RICHARD L. FARLEY, Referee. LEVY & LEVY, Attys. for Pltf., 12 Tulip Drive, Great Neck, NY. #102004 150542

LEGAL NOTICE NOTICE OF ADOPTION OF TOWN OF HEMPSTEAD LOCAL LAW NO. 75-2024

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

Dated: December 10, 2024 Hempstead, New York BY ORDER OF THE TOWN BOARD OF THE TOWN OF HEMPSTEAD

DONALD X. CLAVIN, JR. Supervisor

KATE MURRAY Town Clerk 150616

LEGAL NOTICE CASE NO. 21527

RESOLUTION NO.1206-2024

Adopted: December 10, 2024

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

BALDWIN

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

(TH-436/24)

BELLEROSE TERRACE

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

(TH-432/24)

ELMONT

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

(TH-375(B)/24)

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

(TH-446/24)

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

(TH-465/24)

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

(TH-461/24)

FRANKLIN SQUARE

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

(TH-507/24)

GARDEN CITY SOUTH

WELLINGTON ROAD

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

(Tha-457/24)

LEVITTOWN

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

(485/24)

ROOSEVELT

EAST RAYMOND AVENUE

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

(TH-472/24)

(NR) VALLEY STREAM

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

(TH-439/24) and on the repeal of the following locations previously set aside as parking spaces for physically handicapped persons:

(NR) LAWRENCE

WEST AVENUE - west side, starting at a point 30 feet north of a point opposite the north curbline of North Street, north for a distance of 18 feet.

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

(TH-473/24)

SEAFORD

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

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

(TH-495/24)

WEST HEMPSTEAD

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

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

(TH-499/24) ; and, BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Town Clerk shall enter this resolution in the minutes of the Town Board and shall publish a copy of this resolution once a newspaper having a general circulation in the Town of Hempstead, and shall post a copy hereof on the signboard maintained by her, and file in her office affidavits of such publication and

posting. The foregoing resolution was seconded by Councilmember Miller and adopted upon roll call as follows:

AYES: SEVEN (7)

NOES: NONE (0) 150623

AND LEGAL NOTICES…

LEGAL NOTICE

LEGAL NOTICE NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that a resolution was duly adopted by the Board of Fire Commissioners of the WANTAGH FIRE DISTRICT, Town of Hempstead, County of Nassau, State of New York, on the Sixteenth day of December 2024, subject to permissive referendum as provided for by the General Municipal law. An extract of the resolution is as follows:

The WANTAGH FIRE DISTRICT has by appropriate resolution established a certain capital reserve fund designated as the Capital Reserve Fund, established pursuant to Section 6(g) of the General Municipal Law, in an account for deposit of said Capital Reserve Fund entitled, “The Wantagh Fire District, Section 6(g) General Municipal Building and Grounds Capital Reserve Fund”; and; in which account is sufficient funds to accomplish the purposes herein after set forth, namely, the Station 2 Revitalization Project, including repairs to masonry, paint, asphalt parking surfaces and labor, material, inspection, delivery, incidental expenses, advertising, and attorney’s fees, in order to maintain the efficiency of the Wantagh Fire District in the discharge of their duties in preserving the lives and property of the residents of the community and the said project is deemed in the best interest of the residents of the Wantagh Fire District. The resolution further provides that there be transferred from the present Capital Reserve Fund entitled, “The Wantagh Fire District, Section 6(g) General Municipal Building and Grounds Capital Reserve Fund” of the Wantagh Fire District a sum not to exceed an additional Sixty-Five Thousand ($65,000.00) dollars for a total amount of and the District Treasurer is authorized to effect such transfer from time to time as necessary for the project. This resolution is subject to a permissive resolution and shall not take effect until thirty (30) days, as provided by the General Municipal Law.

Dated: December 16th

2024 By order of The Board of Fire Commissioner Brendan J. Narell Superintendent 150644

LEGAL NOTICE

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

FRANKLIN SQUARE

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

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

LEVITTOWN

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

LIDO BEACH

BLACKHEATH ROAD

NORTH (TH 515/24)-STOP -All traffic traveling west bound on Fairway Road shall come to a full stop.

MERRICK

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

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

SEAFORD

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

UNIONDALE

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

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

MILDRED PLACE (TH 530/24) - STOPAll traffic traveling south bound on Mildred Place shall come to a full stop.

ALSO, to REPEAL from Section 197-5 “ARTERIAL STOPS” at the following location:

LEVITTOWN

JERUSALEM ROAD (TH 422/24) - STOP -

All traffic traveling east bound on Eagle Lane shall come to a full stop. (Adopted 11/19/24) ALL PERSONS INTERESTED shall have an opportunity to be heard on said proposal at the time and place aforesaid.

Dated: December 10, 2024 Hempstead, New York BY ORDER OF THE TOWN BOARD OF THE TOWN OF HEMPSTEAD

DONALD X. CLAVIN, JR. Supervisor

KATE MURRAY Town Clerk 150612

LEGAL NOTICE

REFEREE’S NOTICE OF SALE IN FORECLOSURE SUPREME COURTCOUNTY OF NASSAU U.S. BANK NATIONAL ASSOCIATION, AS TRUSTEE FOR SG MORTGAGE SECURITIES BACKED CERTIFICATES, SERIES 2006-FRE2, Plaintiff - againstSUZANNE M. BRADY, et al Defendant(s). Pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered on March 15, 2019. I, the undersigned Referee will sell at public auction on the North Side steps of the Nassau County Supreme Court located at 100 Supreme Court Drive, Mineola, N.Y. 11501 on the 23rd day of January, 2025 at 2:00 PM. All that certain plot, piece or parcel of land, with the buildings and improvements thereon erected, situate, lying and being at Wantagh, in the Town of Hempstead, County of Nassau, State of New York. Premises known as 3677 Smith Street, Wantagh, NY 11793.

(SBL#: 57-89-105) Approximate amount of lien $614,197.89 plus interest and costs. Premises will be sold subject to provisions of filed judgment and terms of sale.

Index No. 010340/2015. John G. Kennedy, Esq., Referee.

McCalla Raymer Leibert Pierce, LLC

Attorney(s) for Plaintiff 420 Lexington Avenue, Suite 840 New York, NY 10170

Tel. 347/286-7409

For sale information, please visit Auction.com at www.Auction.com or call (800) 280-2832

Dated: November 20, 2024

During the COVID-19 health emergency, bidders are required to comply with all governmental health requirements in effect at the time of sale including but not limited to, wearing face coverings and maintaining social distancing (at least 6-feet apart) during the auction, while tendering deposit and at any subsequent closing. Bidders are also required to comply with the Foreclosure Auction Rules and COVID-19 Health Emergency Rules

Residency program has perfect board passing rate

By JORDAN VALLONE jvallone@liherald.com

Nassau University Medical Center’s Pediatric Medical Residency Program

achieved a 100 percent board passage rate in 2024, far surpassing the national average of 80–82 percent and Long Island’s average. This milestone underscores the strides NUMC, Long Island’s largest safety-net hospital, has made in medical education and pediatric care, the hospital system said in a Dec. 16 news release.

The residency program is one of the largest in New York state, with nearly 300 aspiring doctors across various disciplines. This accomplishment reflects the hospital’s dedication to excellence in training future medical professionals while enhancing patient care, finances, and hospital operations.

“NUMC has made significant strides to elevate our programs and the hospital as a whole,” Megan Ryan, president and chief executive of Nassau Health Care Corporation said. “Our investment in hands-on training opportunities has made our residency program among the best in the region, and this passage rate is reflective of that. Congratulations to the pediatric residents who will now be board-certified physicians caring for our youngest patients.”

Nassau University Medical Center, above, in East Meadow announced on Dec. 16 that residents in the Pediatric Medical Residency Program achieved a 100 percent board passage rate in 2024.

Dr. Grace Ting, NUMC’s chief medical officer, attributed the success to the collaborative efforts of the program.

“This outstanding passage rate is a testament to the dedication of our excellent resident physicians and our fantastic attending physicians and staff who train them,” Ting said. “Our residents have demonstrated remarkable determination and skill, and we are immensely proud to have played an important role

Public Notices

issued by the Supreme Court of this County in addition to the conditions set forth in the Terms of Sale. 150606

LEGAL NOTICE

SUPREME COURT OF THE STATE OF NEW YORK

INDEX NO. 000185/2010 COUNTY OF NASSAU

BANK OF NEW YORK

MELLON TRUST

COMPANY, N.A. AS TRUSTEE FOR MORTGAGE ASSETS

MANAGEMENT SERIES I TRUST, Plaintiff, vs. NASSAU COUNTY PUBLIC

ADMINISTRATOR AS LIMITED

ADMINISTRATOR TO THE ESTATE OF KAYE N POPE A/K/A KAYE POPE; RICHARD POPE AS HEIR

TO THE ESTATE OF KAYE

N POPE A/K/A KAYE

POPE, JOEL POPE AS HEIR

TO THE ESTATE OF KAYE

N POPE A/K/A KAYE

POPE, if living, and if she/he be dead, any and all persons unknown to plaintiff, claiming, or who may claim to have an interest in, or general or specific lien upon the real property described in this action; such unknown persons being herein generally described and intended to be included in the following designation, namely: the wife, widow, husband, widower, heirs at law, next of kin, descendants, executors, administrators, devisees, legatees, creditors,

trustees, committees, lienors, and assignees of such deceased, any and all persons deriving interest in or lien upon, or title to said real property by, through or under them, or either of them, and their respective wives, widows, husbands, widowers, heirs at law, next of kin, descendants, executors, administrators, devisees, legatees, creditors, trustees, committees, lienors and assigns, all of whom and whose names, except as stated, are unknown to plaintiff; NEW YORK STATE DEPARTMENT OF TAXATION AND FINANCE; UNITED STATES OF AMERICA; SECRETARY OF HOUSING AND URBAN DEVELOPMENT; PEOPLE OF THE STATE OF NEW YORK BY VIRTUE OF POTENTIAL UNPAID TAXES OR LIENS AGAINST JOEL POPE, Defendants.

Plaintiff designates NASSAU as the place of trial situs of the real property

SUPPLEMENTAL SUMMONS

Mortgaged Premises: 3766 JOY CT, SEAFORD, NY 11783

Section: 52, Block: 482, Lot: 1

To the above named

Defendants

YOU ARE HEREBY SUMMONED to answer the Complaint in the above entitled action and to serve a copy of your Answer on the plaintiff’s attorney within twenty

(20) days of the service of this Summons, exclusive of the day of service, or within thirty (30) days after service of the same is complete where service is made in any manner other than by personal delivery within the State. The United States of America, if designated as a defendant in this action, may answer or appear within sixty (60) days of service. Your failure to appear or to answer will result in a judgment against you by default for the relief demanded in the Complaint. In the event that a deficiency balance remains from the sale proceeds, a judgment may be entered against you.

NOTICE OF NATURE OF ACTION AND RELIEF

SOUGHT

THE OBJECT of the above caption action is to foreclose a Mortgage to secure the sum of $544,185.00 and interest, recorded on December 21, 2006, in Liber 31349, Page 404 of the Public Records of NASSAU County, New York., covering premises known as 3766 JOY CT, SEAFORD, NY 11783. The relief sought in the within action is a final judgment directing the sale of the premises described above to satisfy the debt secured by the Mortgage described above.

NASSAU County is designated as the place of trial because the real

property affected by this action is located in said county.

NOTICE YOU ARE IN DANGER OF LOSING YOUR HOME

If you do not respond to this summons and complaint by serving a copy of the answer on the attorney for the mortgage company who filed this foreclosure proceeding against you and filing the answer with the court, a default judgment may be entered and you can lose your home.

Speak to an attorney or go to the court where your case is pending for further information on how to answer the summons and protect your property. Sending a payment to the mortgage company will not stop the foreclosure action.

YOU MUST RESPOND BY SERVING A COPY OF THE ANSWER ON THE ATTORNEY FOR THE PLAINTIFF (MORTGAGE COMPANY) AND FILING THE ANSWER WITH THE COURT.

Dated: September 17, 2024

ROBERTSON, ANSCHUTZ, SCHNEID, CRANE & PARTNERS, PLLC

Attorney for Plaintiff Christina Bruderman, Esq. 900 Merchants Concourse, Suite 310 Westbury, NY 11590

516-280-7675

150702

in their journey to becoming exceptional pediatricians.”

NUMC’s Graduate Medical Education program is designed to prepare health care providers across a variety of fields with the tools necessary for their future medical career. The hospital boasts a fully accredited program that offers a well-rounded foundation through practice in a wide range of clinical experiences, featuring a diverse population, sophisticated technology and a faculty that maximizes the resident physician’s

Pediatric Residency Program

■ 100 percent board passage rate in 2024, surpassing the national average of 80 to 82 percent

■ One of the largest residency programs in New York, with nearly 300 residents across various disciplines

■ Fully Accredited Graduate Medical Education program offering comprehensive clinical experience, advanced technology, and a diverse patient population

■ Program focus includes hands-on training, mentorship, and a commitment to excellence in medical education and patient care

■ Key contributors: Resident physicians, attending physicians, and staff

skill and knowledge base. For more information about NUMC’s residency and fellowship programs, visit NUMC.edu.

Murray

Installation

Courtesy Town of Hempstead

Hempstead Town Clerk Kate Murray, right, greeted Chief John Rottkamp of Levittown, Theresa Occhipinti of Seaford, and President Kirsten Kenney of Levittown during the Ladies Auxiliary Nassau County Firefighters Association 90th Anniversary Installation on Nov. 23.

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Qualifications- Knowledge and experience with cooking, inventory, cashiering, recordkeeping, customer service, computer skills **Suffolk County Food Manager's Certificate preferred. Salary range starting at $20,980. Email resume to: humanresources@amityvilleufsd.org or apply online at www.olasjobs.org/longisland

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Substitute/Permanent Substitute Teachers Elementary & Secondary Level

Qualifications: NYS Certification Salary: $150 per day

Application: Interested candidates please apply online at www.olasjobs.org/longisland

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

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

If you plan to use synthetic decking, a durable composite material, and polyvinyl or composite railings, again, consider cost and durability. The understructure, made of treated lumber, will never last as long as concrete, and the finish materials don’t take the abuse of moving washing machines, refrigerators and other large appliances in by way of your front door. The front door, by code, is required to be a minimum of three feet wide and is often the only door that is wide enough to get the large and heavy boxes into the house.

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

Also, clearing snow and ice from the steps is going to pose problems if you use the edge of a shovel to scrape or chip the ice and snow.

I know that people say that nobody uses their front door, and that’s a terrific choice, but not practical, since I can’t imagine that all the uninvited people, like the postal worker, the delivery person, random solicitors and occasional guests, will enter through the side or garage door. And keep in mind that if you use wood, the fasteners should be hidden, and not top-face-nailed or screwed. With over 200 types of fasteners for this specific purpose, don’t let anybody tell you this can’t be done. Good luck!

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activities benefit those of all ages

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

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

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

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

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our high school teams to victory.

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

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

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

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

The value of these activities extends

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

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

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

One obvious and necessary change is to limit the

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

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

JIM BROWN

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

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

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

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

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

mask.

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

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

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

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

This is more than a hypothetical sce-

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

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

ToNy GIAMeTTA Oceanside

Thanks, Peter King, for reflections on Pete Rose

To the editor:

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

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

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

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

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

Not accepting Rose into the Hall of

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

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

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

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

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

Framework by Nicholas Fowler

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Among our regular contributors are former U.S. Rep. Peter King, former State Assemblyman Jerry Kremer and the Nassau Herald’s former executive editor, Randi Kreiss.

We also feature columns by a wide variety of elected leaders, local, county, state and federal, on a rotating basis. And we regularly invite guest columnists who are not involved in politics — including members of our editorial staff — to offer their views.

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Fame teaches our children that dishonesty can never be rewarded. o ur society must stand for something, and recognize integrity and character.

Pete Rose is an undesirable candidate

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

Joe ABATe Island Park

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