HERALD UNIONDALE
Back to school for Uniondale students
Excitement after 2023-24’s record graduation rate
By KELSIE RADZISKI kradziski@liherald.com
Uniondale students were ready to get the 2024-25 school year started on Sept. 3, their first day of classes. Herds of students gathered in front of their schools to pose for photos before meeting new teachers and classmates and preparing for a year of learning.
School district officials were excited to welcome students, teachers and staff, and were looking forward to working with the community to “provide a year filled with new opportunities, enhanced programs, and a continued commitment to academic excellence,” according to a news release.
“Uniondale is thrilled to welcome back our students and staff for another year of
growth, learning, and community building in all of our schools,” Superintendent Monique Darrisaw-Akil said in the release.
“This summer, our administrators, faculty, and staff, especially our facilities team, worked tirelessly to prepare our buildings and grounds for the new school year. Their dedication ensures that we continue to provide a safe and nurturing environment where every student can reach their full potential.”
This year, the district is implementing new initiatives for students at all grade levels, especially in the elementary schools. Elementary students will have a Digital Explorers course in which they will learn keyboarding basics, coding and Vex robotics, a
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Eight-year-old author tops Amazon charts
By KELSIE RADZISKI kradziski@liherald.com
Add best-selling author to the list of accomplishments for 8-year-old Jomo Jesus Thomas Suriel of Uniondale.
Jomo’s newest book, “The Angry Vacuum,” recently achieved the No. 1 ranking on Amazon’s new releases in the Children’s Reference Education category shortly after its release on Sept. 1.
I“The Angry Vacuum” follows two child superheroes, Sid the Super Happy Kid and Laura the Emotions Explorer, who both can help other kids manage their emotions. They take on the challenge to stop a robot vacuum that tries to suck up all the good feelings of the world, according to the summary of the book on Amazon.
noes are erupting because of the red volcano,” Jomo explained about the first book in the series.
He was motivated to write his stories about emotions because he said he’s good at managing his emotions and wants to teach other kids the same skills and ideas.
don’t want to just be the only kid that knows about emotions, so I’d rather share it with other kids.
Jomo JESuS ThomAS SuRIEL Author
This book is the second in the series, with the first, “The Emotions Volcano,” released in August.
“It’s about when Sam the Super Happy Kid and Laura the Emotions Explorer flew up to this planet where all these volca-
“I hope they learn to control their emotions,” he said about other kids reading his books. “I don’t want to just be the only kid that knows about emotions, so I’d rather share it with other kids.” Jomo published his first book, “Super Happy Kid Defeats the Angries,” in June 2021 when he was just four years old. He said his ideas just come into his mind.
“It was in my mind, and then I started to think, and then I came up with it,” he said.
The book is about Sam the Super Happy Kid learning how to make better decisions through his behavior and his emotions, and he learns how to defeat the “angries,” or angry emotions.
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pre-K students John Kennedy St. preux, far left, ace Xavier White and Zavier Smith lined up at grand avenue elementary School.
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New Uniondale organization gives back to community
The Uniondale Empowerment Resource Center held a Back to School Kids Fest the weekend before the start of the school year.
Over 260 book bags were donated to the resource center to be handed out to kids who registered in advance. The donations came from a variety of organizations, including People’s Alliance Federal Credit Union, Memorial Sloan Kettering, Hofstra University, and others..
“We’re about bringing people together,” Stacey Richardson, UERC president, said, about the Aug. 30 event.
Close to 30 vendors, from skin care and jewelry to toys and collectibles, lined the lawn of Uniondale Park for families to spend an afternoon of shopping.
Games were set up near the baseball diamond. Kids played beanbag toss and hit baseballs into an inflatable target, with the chance to win toy prizes.
Uniondale Fire Department members showed up in their brand new 753 engine and had adults as well as children checking out the vehicle.
UERC was formed at the beginning of 2024; this was the organization’s first official event.
Rose Ward, the director of finances for UERC, said that the founders of the organization felt that the community was lacking some programs and decided to step up.
“We want to draw attention to the youth in our community,” she said.
Richardson plans to prioritize educating and informing the Uniondale
community about available resources as the organization continues to grow to strengthen all generations.
“If you have educated adults, you have educated children,” she said. —
Kelsie Radziski
Kelsie Radziski/Herald photos
Michelle Roth, left, and Rose Ward, from the Uniondale Empowerment Resource Center, with the donated backpacks they handed out to kids, along with Micah Schwartz and Alyssa Filippelli from People’s Alliance Federal Credit Union, one of the donors for the event.
Jessica Garcia, left, and Johanna Meija, both 11, learn more about the Girl Scouts of Nassau County at the group’s booth.
Keona Samuda, left, with her lollipop while Xanaya Licorish, both 9, shows off her shark water gun in front of a big booth of toys.
Sands project gets mixed reactions at county hearing
By KELSIE RADZISKI kradziski@liherald.com
As much controversy as the proposed Las Vegas Sands project has generated, the three-hour environmental review hearing appeared to yield roughly a 50/50 split among the residents and business leaders who spoke for and against the planned $4 billion entertainment with a casino in Uniondale.
Last month the Nassau County Legislature voted nearly unanimously to allow the Sands the right to operate and maintain the Nassau Coliseum for 42 years, and it is required to keep the facility open for two years. Sands is looking to claim one of the three remaining licenses for its proposed project. A decision by the State Gaming Commission is not expected until late 2025.
John Durso, the president of the Long Island Federation of Labor, is in support of the casino project and expressed his joy about the SEQRA process finally getting started.
“I am absolutely thrilled about this process because it’ll put to bed all the rumors and misconceptions and tell people exactly what the facts are,” he said.
However, other residents represented specific environmental issues they fear from this project.
Adrienne Esposito, the executive director of Citizens Campaign for the Environment, outlined her major environmental concerns.
Esposito noted aquifer use and water
Residents of local communities
consumption, solid waste management, and energy use, as concerns that she said would have major impacts on Long Island. Those points and more are highlighted in a 10-page letter the Citizens Campaign for the Environment submitted to the Legislature for review.
“We want to hear about the environment, we want to talk about the environment, so (we’re) happy to help,” she said.
The purpose of the Monday hearing at the County Legislature was to gather public feedback on the draft environmental impact statement that Las Vegas Sands has filed as the first step of the required State Environmental Quality Review Act, or SEQRA, process.
environmental impact of the project. Scoping is step five out of a dozen steps and it involves a hearing offering the public an opportunity to raise specific questions and concerns about the effects of the proposed project on the local environment.
Sands submitted a draft environmental impact statement before the scoping hearing for review by the Legislature and by the public prior to their comments, outlining their projected environmental impact of the resort and casino they proposed to build on the Nassau Coliseum property, and the statement can be viewed on the Nassau County website.
Karen Riordan, a member of the Say No to the Casino Civic Association, also expressed her displeasure for the project as a whole and cited the need for the SEQRA review much earlier in the process.
“This SEQRA process should have been completed prior to the county entering into any lease agreement with Las Vegas Sands, including the one you signed a few weeks ago, which gives site control (of) the Coliseum to Sands for 42 years,” she said
The public has until Sept. 19 to submit written commentary. For those who want share their opinion with the Legislature or to read Sands’ draft environmental impact statement can go to NassauCountyNY.gov for more information.
Have an opinion on the proposed Sands project? Send letter to jbessen@ liherald.com.
The SEQRA process is a legal requirement for certain development projects. It involves a lead agent — in this case, the Legislature — to analyze the
Stop & Shop to be replaced by Food Bazaar
By KELSIE RADZISKI kradziski@liherald.com
The Stop & Shop in Hempstead village will close on Sept. 19 and a new supermarket will open the following day, according to Nassau County Legislator Siela Bynoe, to ensure that the residents of Hempstead and other nearby communities have a place to shop for groceries.
“Earlier today, I was informed by
Stop & Shop Government Affairs Manager Maura O’Brien — who has been in contact with me from day one of this process — that Stop & Shop is working collaboratively with Food Bazaar to ensure a supermarket will continue to operate in the heart of Hempstead Village,” Bynoe said in a statement on Sept. 5.
According to Bynoe, who also serves as the Legislature’s alternate minority leader, the Stop & Shop store, at 132 Fulton Ave., will close at 3 p.m. on Sept. 19,
and a Food Bazaar, another supermarket chain, will open at the same location with a “seamless transition” at 7 a.m. the next day.
Earlier this year, Stop & Shop announced that they are planning on closing 32 locations across the country, including four on Long Island — Hempstead, East Meadow, Coram and Greenvale.
In response to the announcement, Bynoe and fellow County Legislator Scott Davis expressed their concern in a letter they wrote to O’Brien about the need for a supermarket in Hempstead, in which they addressed concerns about the village becoming a food desert with the lack of affordable and accessible food.
“We are deeply concerned about how Hempstead Village residents may experience intensified difficulties in acquiring fresh, nutritious, and affordable food in a community that was recently designated a food desert by experts,” they wrote in the letter.
This development ensures that a supermarket will remain open in Hempstead, and there will be just 16 hours in between operating facilities.
on Fulton Avenue in Hempstead.
“Through their actions, Stop & Shop has demonstrated true commitment and dedication to a community they have served for more than two decades,” Bynoe said in the statement. “As we prepare to welcome Food Bazaar, I am thankful to Stop & Shop for working so diligently to address the community’s concerns and understanding the importance of preserving nutrition access in the Hempstead Village.”
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gathered at the scoping hearing on Sept. 9, to discuss the environmental impact of the proposed Sands casino project.
Herald file photo Nassau County Legislator Siela Bynoe, above, noted that Food Bazaar would be taking the place of Stop & Shop
DYLAN MARTINI
Wantagh Senior Football
RUNNER-UP FOR the Thorp Award, given to Nassau County’s most outstanding football player, Martini totaled 1,700 yards from scrimmage in 2023, including 1,400 rushing, to lead the Warriors to an 8-2 mark. He scored 18 touchdowns and averaged 11 yards per touch, and intercepted 3 passes as a defensive safety. He earned All-Long Island honors. “He’s the total package as a student-athlete and a person,” head coach Keith Sachs said.
GAMES TO WATCH
Thursday, Sept. 12
Boys Soccer: Oceanside at Uniondale 5 p.m.
Girls Soccer: V.S. Central at Hewlett 6 p.m.
Boys Soccer: Lawrence at Seaford 6:30 p.m.
Girls Volleyball: Long Beach at Wantagh 6:45 p.m.
Girls Volleyball: Lynbrook at Mepham 6:45 p.m.
Boys Soccer: Clarke at Wantagh 7 p.m.
Friday, Sept. 13
Girls Soccer: Elmont at Sewanhaka 4:30 p.m.
Boys Soccer: MacArthur at Long Beach 5 p.m.
Boys Soccer: Mepham at V.S. Central 5 p.m.
Boys Soccer: East Meadow at Baldwin 5 p.m.
Girls Soccer: Calhoun at Massapequa 5 p.m.
Girls Soccer: Oceanside at South Side 5 p.m.
Boys Volleyball: South Side at Hewlett 5 p.m.
Football: V.S. Central at Hempstead 6 p.m.
Football: Herricks at Oceanside 6 p.m.
Football: East Rockaway at Plainedge 6 p.m.
Field Hockey: Baldwin at Masspequa 6 p.m.
Saturday, Sept. 14
Football: Sewanhaka at Baldwin 2 p.m.
Football: South Side at Lynbrook 3 p.m.
Football: Glen Cove at Carey 3 p.m.
Football: Hewlett at Elmont 3 p.m.
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Uniondale breaks in new turf field
By TONY BELLISSIMO tbellissimo@liherald.com
There’s plenty of excitement surrounding all of Uniondale’s outdoor athletic programs, starting this fall with soccer and football breaking in the new turf field facility.
Numbers are up for girls’ soccer, which comes off a .500 campaign and is set to tangle with Elmont, Freeport, Hempstead, Malverne/East Rockaway, Roosevelt, Sewanhaka and Westbury in Conference AAA/AA 5.
“More girls showed up for tryouts and we’re stronger than we’ve ever been at the JV level,” Knights coach Kevin Daly said. “More girls in the area are playing club ball and we’re excited for the season.
“We have a beautiful new facility that is really well put together,” he added. “No excuses for bad passes on this surface. I think we’ll have quite a balanced team with a strong defense, solid midfield and speed up top.”
Uniondale remains super young at striker but sophomores Brianna Marquez and Kimberly Gaitan have a valuable year of varsity experience under their belts. Both hit the scoresheet a number of times in 2023 and Daly is expecting an uptick in production.
“Their similar players in stature and talent,” he said. “Both are very quick and hard workers. They should create plenty of scoring chances. If we can hit some through balls, they’re going to benefit the most from the new surface.”
One of the connecting pieces to lead Uniondale’s transition from defense to offense is senior midfielder Angie Jaime, who also serves as its spiritual leader. “Angie is very athletic and a very good teammate,” Daly explained. “She keeps everyone pumped up and positive. She can play outside or in the middle and is technically skilled with a nice first touch.”
Jamie and junior middie Maydelin Hernandez are captains. Daly said Hernandez has a strong, accurate leg and a brilliant shot. “She’s does a ton for us,” he said. “She’ll take corner kicks and set pieces and she’s dangerous in the box. I think she’s going to have a big year.”
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Junior midfielder Maydelin Hernandez is one of Uniondale’s leaders and a consistent threat thanks to a strong, accurate leg.
At center-midfield is senior Karla Martinez, who brings as solid a two-way game as anyone on the roster. “Her all-around game stands out,” Daly said. “She’s very aggressive and has the speed to get by defenders on the dribble.”
There’s no shortage of experience in the defensive zone, including a potential four-year starter in goal. Sophomore Ashley Bonilla is the returning starting keeper, and Daly is looking forward to her improvement. “She’s a good shot-stopper who played well last year,” he said. “She’s committed to the sport and gaining confidence.”
On defense, senior Kimberly Calderon and juniors Sarah Chavez and Emily Ramos will lead the effort. Calderon anchors the unit at center-back and brings excellent cover and anticipation skills. “She was coming off an injury in 2022 and got her feet back under her last year,” Daly said. “She covers a lot of ground and is tough to beat one on one.” Chavez enjoyed a big preseason and has outstanding distance on clears, and Ramos is a fearless tackler who wins the large majority of 50-50 battles.
By Danielle Schwab & Tim Baker
Silas Jackowitz
Age 5, Rockville Centre
I bring erasers and put keychains on my backpack. There’s sand (in one of them) so it feels like I’m at the beach. I bring my red folder with a million stickers. My favorite stickers are Pokemon. I bring Pokemon cards to school too.
What are your ‘must haves’ for returning to school?
Isla Salvador
Age 10, Long Beach
One thing is a good pair of shoes that will last the year. Chapstick is essential. Also, I’m bringing a new purple water bottle, my favorite color.
Michael Feeney
Age 7, North Bellmore
I bring pencils and a notebook. I bring a backpack and a lunch box with cheese and pepperoni; dark blue with sharks on them, my favorite animal. And a Pikachu stuffed animal in my backpack.
Christian Smalls
Age 15, Uniondale
A good set of pencils! I prefer the mechanical ones. Always, always have extra because you will lose some, share some, and break some. And have spares at home so you don’t have to ask your parents last minute.
Deniz Artan
Age 15, Hewlett
In my bag, I have to always have my planner, of course, because I need to make sure I know when my assignments and tests are. I have my school-issued computer and my personal computer. Typically, I have two notebooks, because I love keeping notes for every class.
At Reworld, they’re disposing L.I.’s trash
Across Long Island, residents follow a familiar routine once or twice a week, carrying or wheeling their bagged trash to the curb, where it is picked up by noisy trucks rolling down the streets. Businesses’ dumpsters are lifted and dumped into the trucks as well.
Not many people give much thought to where all that garbage goes after the trucks whisk it away.
But the people at Reworld do, as Herald Community Newspaper staffers learned during a tour of the waste management facility on Merchants Concourse, in Westbury, last month.
Formerly Covanta, it is one of five Reworld facilities in Nassau and Suffolk counties, and it is a scene of constant activity with trucks moving in and out. The Westbury plant handled 930,000 tons of municipal solid waste
in 2023 — a volume that would fill Madison Square Garden twice, or a line of 112,400 garbage trucks.
After the trucks dump the trash, it is sorted and then grabbed by a huge metal device that resembles the claw in the amusement-park attraction in which you try to grab a prize.
The prize here is the energy generated by incinerating all that trash, which in 2023 was enough to power 47,000 homes or charge 116,000 electric vehicles for the entire year.
Along with compacting the ash and trucking it to landfills, Reworld offers other programs that aim to treat wastewater, and to devise alternative fuel engineering, transportation and logistics for waste disposal as well as sustainable carbon offsets.
–Jeffrey Bessen
Tim Baker/Herald photos
Herald reporters and editors and members of the Reworld staff in the conference room of the Westbury facility.
Herald staffers, wearing protective gear, were ready for the Westbury Reworld facility tour.
The ‘claw’ captures a huge bail of trash and moves it along to the next step in the process, which ends with it being compacted into ash.
Westbury Reworld facility manager Bobby Green, near left, explained the plant’s operations to Stuart Richner, publisher of the Heralds.
Back to school bash for Uniondale
Peace Valley Haven, Inc., and Long Island Verified hosted a back to school giveaway last Sunday, the final weekend before the start of school. Kids and families gathered to enjoy the festivities and collect free school supplies.
The organizations came together at Uniondale Park on Sept. 1 to hand out backpacks to kids from the community. The turnout was even bigger than anticipated based on the nearly 400 backpacks they planned on handing out according to the number people who signed up in advance.
“The event went very well, actually better than expected,” Kimberly Phillips, assistant director of Peace Valley Haven, said. “A lot of families showed up, and we were able to supply backpacks in addition to what we had counted.”
Kids were able to get free haircuts, braiding services, and face painting throughout the afternoon, and a barbecue of hamburgers and hot dogs was provided for free as well. Games were set up across the park, including pingpong, basketball, and other sports games. Groups of kids even played gaga ball throughout the afternoon, an elimination ball game similar to dodge ball.
Families expressed their appreciation to Phillips for having their needs met by the organizations.
“We’re grateful that we had the opportunity to be able to be a blessing to the community,” she said.
Peace Valley Haven is a nonprofit organization in Uniondale that offers
shelter, clothing, and food, and they also have a mobile food pantry that delivers food throughout the neighborhood. To learn more about what they provide and how to get food from the mobile food pantry, call (516) 223-2355.
Holden Leeds/Herald photos
Arik Corse, 7, gets a free backpack for school from Shackem Lernard, with his dad, Erik, standing beside him.
Amari Robinson, 12, practices his basketball skills.
Michelle Roth and Ari Castaro Jr. at the ping-pong table, one of many games at the back to school giveaway.
Marcel Wagner, 7, plays catch with a football at Uniondale Park.
Official
STEPPING OUT
Muffin
TAKE A BITE OUT OF FALL
Welcoming the season at the
By Karen Bloom
APPLE Orchards
Autumn’s many pleasures are upon us — and nothing says fall more than a visit to the apple orchards. September invigorates our spirits with all that makes this short-lived time of year so special: those crisp juicy apples, cider, pumpkins, harvest fairs. So gather everyone together and set out for a day of apple picking.
While apple season gets into high gear about now, there’s still time to pick through mid October, according to area growers.
Growers have plenty of apples for everyone to enjoy, including such favorites as Zestar, Macoun, HoneyCrisp, and, of course the perrenial Red Delicious, For eating straight from the bushel basket or off the tree, choose from the crisp juicy varieties: the old favorite McIntosh; the dense tart Granny Smith; the super-crisp, sweetly tart HoneyCrisp; the tart, juicy Paula Red; along with the more “exotic” varieties, such as Cortland, Empire, Jonagold and Crispin (also known as Mutsu).
Use McIntosh or Cortland for baking. Cortlands are a favorite cooking apple because their sweetness comes through so that less sugar is needed. They are also great in salads and good to eat as is, Rome and Empire are also favored for baking, as are Fuji, Crispin and Ginger Gold. In pies, a mix of varieties brings out the best flavor. Try Crispin, Cortland, Rome, Granny Smith, and Northern Spy. For applesauce, try the Paula Red. And, of course, local farms are pressing those delicious batches of cider throughout the fall, and urge everyone to continue to “buy local.” When get home with your bounty, make some yummy apple treats.
Official New York State Apple Muffin
Start off your morning with some apple goodness.
Muffins:
• 2 cups New York State Empire apples, coarsely chopped
• 2 cups flour
• 3/4 cup brown sugar
• 1/2 cup sugar
• 2 teaspoons baking soda
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1 1/2 teaspoons cinnamon
• 1/2 teaspoon cloves
• 1/8 teaspoon nutmeg
• 1/2 cup raisins
• 1/2 cup walnuts
Don’t Stop Me Now…’ Queen-mania keeps on rockin’ as Killer Queen returns to the Paramount stage, with their homage to the beloved band. Formed in the UK in 1993, Killer Queen played their first public shows at London University, following in the footsteps of the real Queen who had their first shows there 22 years earlier. Even though the band never had any connection to Queen officially, their reputation continued to grow both in the UK and abroad. Fronted by Patrick Myers as Freddie Mercury, critics have described Myers’ resemblance to Freddie Mercury as “spooky;” his uncanny likeness was further proven when he recorded a #1 hit single singing as Freddie Mercury on Fat Boy Slim’s “The Real Life.” Their expert musicianship, extraordinary energy, and accurate portrayal of the world’s greatest live band has rightfully earned them the title of Queen Royalty.
• 3 eggs, slightly beaten
• 1/2 cup butter, melted
• 4 ounces cream cheese, cut into small pieces
• 1/2 teaspoon vanilla
Topping:
• 1/2 cup walnuts
• 1/2 cup brown sugar
• 1/2 cup flour
• 1 teaspoon cinnamon
• 1 teaspoon lemon peel, grated
• 2 tablespoons melted butter
Combine topping ingredients and set aside. Combine flour, sugar, salt, spices and baking soda, and set aside. Combine apples, raisins, walnuts, eggs, butter, cream cheese, and vanilla. Add dry ingredients, a little at a time, to the apple mixture. Stir until just combined. Do not over-mix. Portion batter into muffin papers; sprinkle with topping. Bake at 375° F for 20-25 minutes. Makes two dozen muffins.
Apple Crisp
This warm and cozy crisp is the perfect fall treat.
• 2 tablespoons butter
• 1/4 cup brown sugar
• 5 whole apples of your choice (peeled and sliced)
For crumble:
• 1 cup brown sugar
• 1/2 cup flour
• 1 cup old fashioned oats
• 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
• 1/3 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 cup almonds
• 1 tablespoon stick butter, melted
• 1/2 teaspoon vanilla
Preheat oven to 350° F. Butter an 8-inch pie glass baking dish. In a bowl toss apples, 2 tablespoons of butter and brown sugar together. Then pour apple mixture into pie glass baking dish. Set to the side. In a medium bowl mix brown sugar, flour, oatmeal, cinnamon, and salt together. Mix well. Then add in almonds, butter, and vanilla. Mix with hands to bring mixture together. Then top your apple mixture with oatmeal brown sugar mixture and place in the oven for 40 minutes. Remove from oven and serve with vanilla ice cream or eat on it’s own.
Thursday, Sept. 19, 8 p.m., $54.50, $44.50, $39.50, $29.50. The Paramount, 370 New York Ave., Huntington. Tickets available at Ticketmaster.com or ParamountNY. com.
Long Island Fair
The Long Island Fair, Old Bethpage Village’s authentic recreation of a 19th century county fair, always is a welcome fall event. This popular annual festival offers an appealing glimpse of days gone by. Stilt walkers traverse the grounds, entertainers enthrall families with puppets, juggling and storytelling, in addition to performances by brass bands, fiddlers and special guests. Historical demonstrations, agricultural displays and competitions, livestock shows, tractor rides, Civil War and Rough Rider reenactments bring the 19th century alive. The fair has been a part of Long Island history for 180 years — first known as the Queens County Fair when it was sponsored by The Agricultural Society of Queens, Nassau, and Suffolk Counties.
Friday through Sunday, Sept. 13-15, 10 a.m.-5 p.m. $20, $15 ages 5-12 and seniors. 1303 Round Swamp Road, Old Bethpage. For information, contact (516) 572-8409 or visit OldBethpageVillageRestoration.org.
THE Your Neighborhood
1964 … The Tribute
‘The “British Invasion” returns anew, when “1964 The Tribute” takes its audience on a musical journey back to that unforgettable era in rock history, on the Paramount stage, Friday, Sept. 20, 8 p.m. Since the early 1980s, this reincarnation of the Fab Four has been thrilling audiences all over the globe with what Rolling Stone Magazine has called the “Best Beatles tribute on earth.” Choosing songs from the pre-Sgt. Pepper era, “1964” astonishingly recreates an early ‘60s live Beatles concert, with period instruments, clothing, hairstyles, and onstage banter. The band focuses on the quintessential moment in history, when The Beatles actually played before a live audience.
Only a precious few got to experience when The Beatles toured the world in the early ‘60s. Who actually felt the “mania” that brought them to world acclaim. Today, all that remains are a few scant memories and some captured images in pictures and on poor quality film and video. “1964” meticulously re-creates the “magic of those live performances with artful precision and unerring accuracy. For those that never saw The Beatles live and always wanted to know what it must have been like, this may be as close as anyone could possibly get — to feel the magic. $65, $40, $30, $19.64. The Paramount, 370 New York Ave., Huntington. Tickets available at Ticketmaster.com or ParamountNY.com.
Sept. 25
Hempstead House tour
Sands Point Preserve is the backdrop to explore the elegant Gold Coast home that’s the centerpiece of the estate, Wednesday, Sept. 25, noon-1 p.m. Visit the grand rooms inside the massive 50,000-squarefoot Tudor-style mansion, the former summer residence of Gilded Age financier Howard Gould and later Daniel and Florence Guggenheim. Tours are limited in size and tend to sell out. Arrive early to purchase tickets. $10. Sands Point Preserve, 127 Middle Neck Road. For information, visit SandsPointPreserveConservancy.org or call (516) 571-7901.
Alzheimer’s walk in the Park
The Alzheimer’s Foundation of America hosts its annual Walk in the Park fundraiser, at Eisenhower Park, Thursday, Sept. 28. The walk kicks off with an opening ceremony at 10 a.m. at the park’s Field 6. Those who raise $100 or more will have an opportunity to meet retired baseball player Dwight Gooden, who’s joining the walk’s efforts as an ambassador. For more information, visit ALZFdn.org/ walk.
Tribute concert
Plaza Theatricals continues its tribute series, Sunday, Sept. 15, 2:30 p.m., with “Mirror of Mathis.” Vocalist-impressionist David Robbins thrills audiences with his 90-minute tribute to Johnny Mathis. His uncanny likeness and vocals that sound just like Mathis will leave you spellbound.
Singing along with Johnny Mathis since he was a youngster, by age 12 he was imitating Mathis and has been doing it ever since, delighting all. He performs at the Elmont Library Theatre, 700 Hempstead Tpke., Elmont. $40, $35 seniors. Elmont. For tickets, call (516) 599-6870 or visit PlazaTheatrical.com.
AARP Driving Class
Refresh your driving skills and even take some money off your car insurance at the AARP session, Friday, Sept. 13, 9:30 a.m.- 4 p.m., at Uniondale Public Library. Cost is $25 for AARP members and $30 for non-members; check or money order payable to AARP. 400 Uniondale Ave. For more information or to sign up, visitUniondaleLibrary.org or call (516) 489-2220.
Sands Donates 200+ Backpacks
filled with School Supplies to Uniondale Students
The Uniondale School District, Uniondale PTA, Uniondale Kiwanis, Alpha Phi Alpha, Uniondale My Brothers Keeper (MBK) Community, and United Way all teamed up to pack and distribute over 1,000 backpacks and school supplies to local students. The Sands New York team participated in the event both as a sponsor, donating over 200 filled packs, and as volunteers during the distribution.
Tracey Edwards, Senior Vice President and Corporate Social Responsibility Officer for Sands said, “Our team at Sands is deeply committed to the well-being and success of students in Uniondale, and we are proud to have played a role in this extraordinary community effort to provide school supplies for the upcoming year. We wish all of our local students,
parents and teachers a great year ahead!”
Janet Weekes, President of Uniondale Kiwanis, said, "This event is about setting our students up for success—and we are thrilled to have a robust group of community partners, including Sands New York—that joined us this year. We look forward to continuing to work toward uplifting our local families and students throughout the year."
“1,000 kids in Uniondale are now prepared and ready to chase their dreams during the school year ahead,” said Theresa Regnante President & Chief Executive Officer of United Way of Long Island.
“United Way is proud to be part of this event, and we are grateful to all the volunteers who helped put smiles on the faces of so many kids and their families."
Macie's Mission Celebrates 3rd Annual Pints for Pompe
Macie’s Mission 3rd Annual Pints for Pompe was a huge success, raising over $25,000 thanks to the generosity of the community and sponsors like Sands New York.The event was held at Bright Eye Beer Co. in Long Beach, packed with lively trivia, delicious beer, and fabulous company, all coming together for a fantastic cause— raising awareness and funding for Pompe disease research. Every trivia question answered, every pint poured, and every raffle ticket purchased contributed to a truly special evening.
More than 1,000 backpacks filled with school supplies were distributed to local students as part of the event.
Photos provided by Sands
Sands New York recently donated more than 200 backpacks to Uniondale students to get them ready for the new school year.
At last month’s 3rd Annual Pints for Pompe, more than $25,000 was raised for Macie’s Mission.
Uni+ed Resource Group for LGBTQ+ Team Members and Allies Fosters Education, Connection and Community Impact
One of Sands’ essential diversity, equity and inclusion priorities is to create a supportive and nourishing culture that offers growth and development opportunities for all Team Members. A key way this commitment to inclusion and advancement comes to life is through Uni+ed, the Team Member resource group for LGBTQ+ community members and their allies.
“Uni+ed was created to support four core pillars; education, professional development, networking and community engagement,” according to Christopher Melton, who is senior vice president of global premium account management and serves as executive sponsor for Uni+ed. “I think we have largely accomplished what we had set out to do—but I think what Uni+ed has also successfully done is give people a chance to get to know one another, connect in a different way, as well as have a place to be their authentic selves.”
Educational programs to advance professional acumen and community engagement initiatives that benefit local causes as well as unite members have emerged as Uni+ed’s leading offerings.
Developmental sessions have spanned an array of topics such as working successfully in teams, cultivating emotional intelligence for successful interpersonal relationships, and learning about and navigating issues in the LGBTQ+ community via curriculum from The Safe Zone Project. Volunteer engagements have included packing food kits, assembling hygiene supplies and participating in fundraising walks to support local organizations.
Tracey Edwards, Senior Vice President and Corporate Social
Responsibility Officer for Sands New York said, “We look forward to introducing Uni+ed to our future New York employees when the Long Island resort is built.Through our partnerships and giving, Sands has already done so much good on Long Island, and this will be one more way for us to have an impact both within the organization and as a way to connect us with the greater community.”
Nina Khatami, senior global information governance manager, joined Uni+ed a year ago. “Uni+ed has been a really nice way to connect with people outside of my own department, an opportunity to come together and create connections beyond just day-today business interactions. You
see people more fully and get so much more perspective about who your co-workers are. It’s really refreshing.”
Khatami also noted the strength of the group’s professional development and education programs, some of which have been replicated for other Sands departments following their rollout through Uni+ed.
“I’m really proud of our professional development programs, which are applicable to anyone,” Khatami said. “One of the first sessions we did was about the five most common dysfunctions of a team, based on learnings from a book by Patrick Lencioni. It was so successful and well-received that other groups and departments have
asked the instructor to repeat the session. We get to share this wealth of knowledge so that everyone benefits. It has absolutely enhanced our corporate culture.”
Other education programs offered by Uni+ed have focused on emotional intelligence and the history and experience of the LGBTQ+ community, which included a session on the community’s portrayal in media and pop culture offered during Pride Month 2024.
The group also aims to empower people in being and becoming allies and is planning an allyship session this year.
“Allyship looks different every year,” Khatami noted. “This is a great time to learn more and for people to understand how to support the LGBTQ+ community now.”
For Jack Bonner, senior corporate communications manager, the group’s community engagement and volunteer work has been a highlight. “The most meaningful part of Uni+ed for me has been the volunteer work, because I believe it’s really important to help people when I can. We got to work together as a group to help others, and I also got to know my colleagues a bit more too.”
Community initiatives have included packing food kits for the Just One Project, Southern Nevada’s largest food pantry, by processing food supplies for more than 300 people facing food insecurity in Southern Nevada; participating in Aid for AIDS in Nevada’s (AFAN) AIDS Walk; and volunteering at The LGBTQ+ Center of Southern Nevada to assemble kits with hygiene and personal care supplies for distribution to people in need.
Edwards continued, “There are endless opportunities for our
Photos provided by Sands
With the help of the Uni+ed Resource Group, Sands has hosted a number of developmental sessions with its staff to support its LGBTQ+ team members.
Sands Highlights Global Efforts to Reduce Reliance on Environmentally Challenging Materials
This summer Sands marked Plastic Free July, an initiative aimed at raising awareness about the environmental impact of plastic waste and pollution, especially single-use plastics. The campaign encourages individuals and organizations worldwide to reduce plastic use and eliminate plastic waste while exploring sustainable alternatives that can inspire meaningful change.
Plastic waste is a growing environmental problem. The United Nations Environmental Programme estimates that 400 million tons of plastic waste are produced every year. If current trends continue, global production of primary plastic is forecasted to reach 1,100 million tons by 2050, further exacerbating the issue.
These figures highlight how pervasive plastic has become, particularly in product packaging. Approximately 36% of all plastics produced are used in packaging, including single-use plastic products for food and beverage containers. Around 85% of these containers end up in landfills or as unregulated waste.
Oceans are among the largest recipients of this waste, with estimates suggesting 75199 million tons of plastic are currently in our oceans. Without significant changes in plastic production, use, and disposal, the amount of plastic waste entering aquatic ecosystems could nearly triple by 2040.
For these reasons, Sands has made addressing plastic and packaging one of its top environmental priorities across its properties worldwide. The company is actively working to replace these materials with sustainable alternatives and has established mechanisms to
responsibly manage plastic waste.
“The nature of our business requires products and amenities that have been heavily reliant on plastics, but we have taken a committed and methodical approach to determining where we can eliminate, reduce, and reuse to be more sustainable,” said Katarina Tesarova, senior vice president and chief sustainability officer. “We have prioritized solutions for our highest-volume plastic products and strive to eliminate single-use items that are more prone to escaping into the environment.”
Transitioning to Reusable and Sustainable Water Solutions
A primary plastic-reduction priority has been a multi-year effort to replace Sands-branded plastic water bottles with reusable or sustainable alternatives. The company aims for 100% replacement by 2025. By the end of 2023, Sands had incorporated sustainable solutions in 61% of branded water bottles across its properties. Sands properties around the world have been actively incorporating reusable options into other plastic applications. For example, efforts include exploring refill stations and reducing single-use plastics in guest amenities and backof-house operations.
Reducing Plastic Use in Kitchens and Food Service
Efforts are also underway to reduce plastic use in kitchens and food service areas. Sands properties have begun eliminating plastic cling wrap, identifying top uses such as food preparation and storage. This transition requires
new processes and behavior changes, but initial efforts have shown promise.
In addition, Sands properties are piloting the use of eco-friendly containers for the distribution of spirits in bars and restaurants, which are then returned to distributors for refilling and redelivery, reducing waste from single-use containers.
Addressing Plastics in Laundry Service
Laundry service is another area where plastics have been prevalent, and Sands is committed to removing these items from operations. For example, Team Members are now provided with reusable laundry bags for uniform washes, projected to eliminate thousands of single-use plastic bags annually.
Sands properties also work with laundry suppliers to reuse hangers and eliminate unnecessary plastic clips, contributing to significant reductions in plastic waste. Additionally, used laundry baskets are repurposed or donated rather than sent to landfills.
“We take a holistic approach to reducing plastic waste in all areas of our business and continually look for new ways to address society's reliance on plastics,” Tesarova said. “We are in sync with the goals of Plastic Free July and committed to advancing its ideals.”
Sands’ efforts to reduce reliance on plastics are guided by the Sands ECO360 global sustainability program. To learn more about the company’s environmental priorities and performance, read the latest ESG report: https:// www.sands.com/resources/reports/.
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LI TODAY
Sands team to impact the people of Long Island, and we’ve already begun establishing those relationships and building out all types of efforts to help them achieve their goals. Bringing in a robust force of employee volunteers, once the resort is built and open, will be absolutely lifechanging.”
Community engagement and volunteerism have been inspiring aspects for Melton as well, and the volunteer service at The Center, where Melton serves on the board of directors, was a stand-out. “The energy and fun that came from Team Members that day was so special for me,” he said. “Days like that show how much Sands cares about our community, and it’s just a wonderful experience to have with your colleagues outside of our workplace.”
Bonner also sees the positive impact and cohesion cultivated through Uni+ed’s events and experiences. “I think Uni+ed and employee
resource groups like it really help Team Members form bonds that might not exist otherwise. Uni+ed makes our corporate culture stronger and lets people see tangible support for the LGBTQ+ community.”
Looking ahead, Melton is working with the group to find ways for Uni+ed to build on its success and encourage more Team Members to participate. The group is planning a social outing to celebrate members’ recent professional achievements and advancements and an educational session to assist with public speaking skills. Members also will attend The Center’s Honorarium, the organization’s annual gala fundraising event, on behalf of Sands. “I would love to see more people who don’t necessarily consider themselves allies right now come to our programs to learn how important their support can be,” he said. “I also hope that Team Members who are still in their journey
to come out know they have a welcoming workplace where they can find compassion and encouragement.”
Melton also wants people to know that Uni+ed has support at the very highest levels of the company to grow in ways that can best support the needs of the community.
“While Uni+ed is very much run and directed by the group’s members, our leadership team wants to ensure that the group remains vital and responsive to what members might need or want to do. Uni+ed has given our Team Members a chance to come together, get to know one another, but it also demonstrates Sands’ support for the LGBTQ+ community as a whole.” To learn more about Sands’ workplace and community DEI initiatives, read the latest ESG report: https://www.sands.com/resources/ reports/.
Sands New York Launches Refreshed Website With New Videos and Information on Integrated Resort and Entertainment Center
Sands New York announced the launch of its refreshed website, SandsNewYork.com, where visitors can explore detailed information about the vast initiatives and partnerships initiated since the project was first announced in January 2023. The new website reflects the overall and stillevolving vision for the project, and is reflective of the ongoing and extensive research, community engagement, and collaboration with local stakeholders. The site illustrates Sands’ goal to create a world-class destination that honors the legacy of the Nassau Veterans Memorial Coliseum and the character of Nassau County while setting a new standard for hospitality and entertainment on
Long Island.
"As the project advances through local and state processes, transparency and community engagement remain our top priorities. This refreshed website will be a vital tool in fulfilling those commitments to stakeholders and the community," said Ron Reese, Senior Vice President of Global Communications and Corporate Affairs at Sands. "The new site reflects the overall vision for the project, which is beginning to take shape through ongoing collaboration with local leaders, working groups, and community meetings. We're dedicated to providing Nassau County residents with the facts and creating a vibrant destination that benefits the local
economy and enhances the quality of life for everyone."
In addition to new renderings and video testimonials, the new website will serve as a platform to share Sands’ collective vision with the Long Island community. It includes a news page, demonstrating Sands' local achievements, and pages for small business owners to join a supplier database. The website offers current, detailed information about the property's expected features and it will be updated as the project progresses.
Sands New York's evolving vision for the resort includes input from a wide range of community outreach programs, working groups, and collaborations with dozens of
local leaders. These efforts have included partnerships with some of Long Island’s most respected institutions, including United Way, Nassau Council of Chambers of Commerce, Long Island Federation of Labor, AFL-CIO, the Building and Construction Trades Council of Nassau and Suffolk Counties, Family and Children’s Association (FCA), NAACP New York State Conference, Long Island Association, Nassau Community College, Long Island University, Citizens Campaign for the Environment and many more. By working with local leaders and organizations, Sands will ensure that the project reflects the values and priorities of the community.
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Fascinating Fungi
Bring the kids to make some discoveries about mushrooms at Long Island Children’s Museum’s drop-in program, Sunday, Sept. 29, 1-3 p.m. Did you know that some mushrooms can glow in the dark? Learn about the 113 species of mushroom that are considered bioluminescent, due to a chemical reaction that attracts bugs to help spread mushroom spores. Stop by to learn about these amazing fungi and make a glowing mushroom craft to bring home. Long Island Children’s Museum, Museum Row, Garden City. (516) 2245800 or LICM.org.
Bird walk
See some birds with the South Shore Audubon Society. All are welcome to join members for the next in its series of bird walks, at Hempstead Lake State Park, Saturday, Sept. 14, starting at 9 a.m. Meet at Field 3 (use second park entrance and make an immediate left turn). Walk leaders, other birders and nature enthusiasts are happy to share their knowledge and experience with you. Bring binoculars. To register, text your name and contact information to (516) 467-9498. No walk if rain. Text regarding questionable weather. For more information, visit SSAudubon.org.
Sept. 19
Explore Long Island History
Join author Richard Panchyk for fascinating look at life in the Westbury area just before and after the completion of the Phipps mansion, Westbury House, in 1906, at Old Westbury Gardens’ lecture program, Thursday, Sept. 19, 7-9 p.m. Placing the building of the estate in context with the events and innovations of the time reveals a rapidly changing landscape, both figuratively and literally, and a better understanding of what Old Westbury Gardens represents. With refreshments. $15 nonmembers, $5 members. Old Westbury Gardens, 71 Old Westbury Rd., Old Westbury. For information and tickets, visit OldWestburyGardens.org or contact (516) 333-0048.
Having an event?
Art explorations
Converse, collaborate and create at Family Saturdays at Nassau County Museum of Art. The drop-in program returns for a new season, Saturday, Sept. 21, 9, noon-3 p.m. Get inspired by the art and objects in the galleries and then join educators at the Manes Center to explore and discover different materials to create your own original artwork.
Kids and their adult partners connect while talking about and making art together. A new project is featured every week. $20 adult, $10 child. Registration required. Nassau County Museum of Art, 1 Museum Dr., Roslyn Harbor. Visit NassauMuseum.org for more information and to register or call (516) 484-9337.
Items on The Scene page are listed free of charge. The Herald welcomes listings of upcoming events, community meetings and items of public interest. All submissions should include date, time and location of the event, cost, and a contact name and phone number. Submissions can be emailed to thescene@liherald.com.
On exhibit
Nassau County Museum of Art ‘s latest exhibition
“Seeing Red: Renoir to Warhol,” reveals the many meanings, connotations, and associations of this powerful color in art. Evoking strong emotion, red can represent the human condition. Its myriad variations have come to signify authority as well as love, energy and beauty. Red warns us of peril and commands us to stop, but it can also indicate purity and good fortune. Red boldly represents political movements and religious identities. From the advent of our appreciation for this color in antiquity to its continued prominence in artistic and popular culture, this exhibition spans various world cultures through a range of media.
It features more than 70 artists, both established and emerging, ranging from the classical to the contemporary. American portraitists such as Gilbert Stuart imbued red in their stately paintings of prominent individuals to conjure authority. Robert Motherwell, Ad Reinhardt, and other major abstract painters displayed a deep fascination with red in their commanding compositions that evoke a sense of chromatic power. And, of course, Andy Warhol is known for his bold and imposing silkscreened portrait of Vladimir Lenin saturated in bright red to his signature Campbell’s Soup Cans. On view through Jan. 5. Nassau County Museum of Art, 1 Museum Dr., Roslyn Harbor. (516) 484-9337 or NassauMuseum.org.
Art League of L.I. exhibit
Sept. 28
In support of Breast Cancer Awareness Month, the Art League of Long Island presents “Retrospect - The Individual Art of Collaboration in Reconstructive Surgery.” The exhibit delves into the interplay between personal artistry and collaborative efforts in the context of breast reconstruction, showcasing how the healing process can transcend medicine to become an inspiring narrative of restoration and personal resilience. This unique exhibition explores the intersection of medicine and art through the lens of two accomplished breast reconstruction surgeons, Dr. Ron Israeli and Dr. Jonathan Bank, whose careers and artistic endeavors are deeply intertwined.
The works on display show the multifaceted nature of artistic expression in medicine and surgery. Their work emphasizes the importance of collaborative creativity in the healing process, offering viewers a unique perspective on the emotional and physical aspects of breast reconstruction. On view Sept. 28 through Oct. 18. Jeanie Tengelsen Gallery at Art League of Long Island, 107 East Deer Park Road, Dix Hills. Visit artleagueli.org for more information.
NASSAU DAY
at Long Island University
Jomo Jesus thomas Suriel, 8, with his latest book, “the angry Vacuum,” a no. 1 seller on amazon’s new releases in the Children’s reference education category.
Young author inspired to write by his dad
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His first book took him a few weeks to write, and he said the process got easier with each book he wrote.
His second book, “Super Happy Kid Adventures in Angry Land,” came out almost two weeks after his first, and it’s about Sam the Super Happy Kid fighting his way through “Angry Land,” where the “angries” reside.
Jomo said he loves Dave Pilkey’s “Dog Man” book series, and he even started designing his own comics, about “minirobots,” that were inspired by the series. He’s still working on only writing books, but he said he might branch into comic books and comic strips in the future.
In addition to reading, Jomo also likes to draw, making time to read and draw while his father, Jomo Gamal Thomas, illustrates his books, and Sandra Clifton, of Clifton Corner, edits his writings.
The 8-year-old author said he’s being homeschooled, and has been since the age of two, by Clifton Corner, a private practice that offers in person or virtual learning, through which he takes weekly language classes in Mandarin, Spanish and Hebrew, and critical thinking and Mindfulness classes via Outschool.com.
For the past three years, Jomo has also been enrolled in Hofstra University’s Gifted Youth Program, as well as Fordham University’s Reading Institute Program.
He was inspired to become a writer by his father, who is an intellectual property, business and real estate lawyer, and the founder of his law firm, J.G. Thomas & Associates, P.C. in Valley Stream. Thomas has done some writing of his own,
Books By
Jomo Jesus Thomas suriel
“Super Happy Kid Defeats the Angries” — released June 8, 2021
“Super Happy Kid Adventures in Angry Land” (Super Happy Kid and Angry Land Book 1) — released June 19, 2021
“The Emotions Volcano” (Emotional Intelligence Series Book 1) — released Aug. 22, 2024
“The Angry Vacuum” (Emotional Intelligence Series Book 1) — released Sept. 1, 2024
All books are available on Amazon.
— Kelsie Radziski
authoring “The Black Millionaire Next Door: Black Wealth 2003,” a special report, published in the Black Wealth and Fortunes Magazine.
In addition to illustrating his son’s books, Thomas also helped introduce the character of Laura the Emotions Explorer into the storyline.
Jomo said he began writing because he wanted to follow in his father’s footsteps.
“I was inspired by my dad,” he said.
Even though he has accomplished so much for his age, Jomo is already preparing for his future. He sees himself continuing to write more books and comics, and he said he would also like to be a police officer when he grows up.
Courtesy Jomo Gamal Thomas
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LEGAL NOTICE
NOTICE OF SALE
Public Notices
SUPREME COURTCOUNTY OF NASSAU
WILMINGTON SAVINGS FUND SOCIETY, FSB, NOT IN ITS INDIVIDUAL CAPACITY BUT SOLELY AS OWNER TRUSTEE OF CSMC 2018-SP3 TRUST, Plaintiff, Against ANGELA D. JIMENEZ AS EXECUTRIX OF THE ESTATE OF ANGEL J. JIMENEZ; ANGELA D. JIMENEZ; JAMES E. JIMENEZ, LOUIS O. MATOS A/K/A LUIS O. MATOS, ET AL., Defendant(s) Pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale, duly entered 12/06/2023, 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. 11501on 9/24/2024 at 2:00PM, premises known as 596 Park Avenue, Uniondale, New York 11553, And Described As Follows: ALL that certain plot piece or parcel of land, with the buildings and improvements thereon erected, situate, lying and being in the Being At Uniondale, In The Town Of Hempstead, County Of Nassau And State Of New York. Section 36 Block 141 Lot 2 The approximate amount of the current Judgment lien is $77,306.39 plus interest and costs. The Premises will be sold subject to provisions of the aforesaid Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale; Index # 613486/2020 Scott H Siller, Esq., Referee. If proper social distancing cannot be maintained or there are other health or safety concerns, the then Court Appointed Referee will cancel the Foreclosure Auction. This Auction will be held rain or shine.
SHELDON MAY & ASSOCIATES Attorneys at Law, 255 Merrick Road, Rockville Centre, NY 11570
Dated: 7/19/24 File Number: 37784 SH 148547
LEGAL NOTICE NOTICE OF SALE SUPREME COURT COUNTY OF NASSAU, U.S. BANK TRUST
NATIONAL ASSOCIATION, AS TRUSTEE OF THE FW SERIES I TRUST, Plaintiff, vs. MARTHA FERNANDEZ, ET AL., Defendant(s).
Pursuant to an Order Confirming Referee Report and Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale duly entered on December 7, 2023, I, the undersigned Referee will sell at public auction on the front steps on the north side of the Nassau County Supreme Court, 100 Supreme Court Drive, Mineola, NY 11501 on September 24, 2024 at 2:30 p.m., premises known as 391 Second
Place a/k/a 391 2nd Place, Uniondale, NY 11553. All that certain plot, piece or parcel of land, with the buildings and improvements thereon erected, situate, lying and being in Uniondale, in the Town of Hempstead, County of Nassau and State of New York, Section 50, Block 110 and Lot 2. Approximate amount of judgment is $678,249.36 plus interest and costs. Premises will be sold subject to provisions of filed Judgment Index #611392/2022. This foreclosure sale will be held on the north side steps of the Courthouse, rain or shine. COVID-19 safety protocols will be followed at the foreclosure sale. If proper social distancing cannot be maintained or there are other health or safety concerns, the Court Appointed Referee will cancel the sale.
Scott H. Siller, Esq., Referee Friedman Vartolo LLP, 85 Broad Street, Suite 501, New York, New York 10004, Attorneys for Plaintiff. Firm File No. 210770-1 148555
LEGAL NOTICE NOTICE OF SALE
SUPREME COURT. NASSAU COUNTY. PAPIO DEVELOPMENT CORP., Pltf. vs. MICHAEL OUMANO, et al, Defts. Index #615678/19. Pursuant to judgment of foreclosure and sale entered July 31, 2024, I will sell at public auction on the North Side steps of the Nassau Supreme Court, 100 Supreme Court Drive, Mineola, NY on September 26, 2024 at 2:00 p.m. premises k/a 543 Hawthorne Avenue, Uniondale, NY 11553 a/k/a Section 34, Block 388, Lots 236, 237. Approximate amount of judgment is $2,416.45 plus costs and interest. Sold subject to terms and conditions of filed judgment and terms of sale. KENNETH GARTNER, Referee. BRONSTER, LLP, Attys. for Pltf., 156 West 56 Street, Ste. 703, New York, NY 10019. File No. 308765.047 - #101695 148514
LEGAL NOTICE NOTICE OF SALE
SUPREME COURT COUNTY OF NASSAU Wells Fargo Bank, N.A., as Trustee, on behalf of the registered holders of First Franklin Mortgage Loan Trust, Mortgage Pass-Through Certificates, Series 2004-FF8, Plaintiff AGAINST Ana Yanez a/k/a Ana M. Yanez a/k/a Ana Maritza Yanez, Juan Yanez a/k/a Juan A. Yanez, et al., Defendant(s) Pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale duly entered November 17, 2016, I, the undersigned Referee will sell at public auction at the North Side steps of the Nassau County Supreme Court,
100 Supreme Court Drive, Mineola, NY 11501 on September 24, 2024 at 2:30PM, premises known as 950 Ditmas Avenue, Uniondale, NY 11553. All that certain plot piece or parcel of land, with the buildings and improvements erected, situate, lying and being in the Town of Hempstead, County of Nassau and State of New York, SECTION: 50, BLOCK: 452, LOT: 7.
Approximate amount of judgment $401,125.43 plus interest and costs. Premises will be sold subject to provisions of filed Judgment Index #010573/2014. 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”. For sale information, please visit Auction.com at www.Auction.com or call (800) 280-2832. Roger H. Hausch, Esq., Referee Frenkel Lambert Weiss Weisman & Gordon, LLP 53 Gibson Street Bay Shore, NY 11706 01-067521-F00 81858 148491
LEGAL NOTICE CASE NO.21527
RESOLUTION NO. 877-2024
Adopted: September 4, 2024
Councilmember Dunne 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. 867-2024, adopted August 6th, 2024, a public hearing was duly held on the day of September 4th, 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:
EAST MEADOW
MARIAN COURT - north side, starting at a point 55 feet east of the east curbline of Prospect Avenue, east for a distance of 20 feet.
(TH-332/24)
ELMONT
BRADFORD AVENUEnorth side, starting at a point 75 feet west of the west curbline of Melrose Street, west for a distance of 20 feet.
(TH-341/24)
COURT STREET - south side, starting at a point 29 feet east of the east curbline of Covert Avenue, east for a distance of 20 feet.
(TH-311/24)
TRAVIS AVENUE - east side, startingat a point 455 feet south of the south curbline of Surprise Street, south for a distance of 20 feet.
(TH-316/24)
VIRGINIA DRIVE - east side, starting at a point 148 feet west of the west curbline of Robert Avenue, north for a distance of 20 feet.
(TH-310/24)
HEWLETT
THOMAS STREET - west side, starting at a point 273 feet south of the south curbline of Franklin Avenue, south for a distance of 20 feet.
(TH-322/24)
ROOSEVELT
EAST PENNYWOOD AVENUE - north side, starting at a point 169 feet east of the east curbline of Park Avenue, east for a distance of 18 feet.
(TH-318/24)
BRANCH PLACE - north side, starting at a point 50 feet east of the east curbline of Linden Place, east for a distance of 20 feet.
(TH-283/24)
UNION STREET - west side, starting at a point 181 feet south of the south curbline of Forest Avenue, south for a distance of 20 feet.
(TH-347/24)
UNIONDALE
PEMBROOK STREETnorth side, starting at a point 40 feet east of the east curbline of Ruxton
Street, east for a distance of 20 feet.
(TH-292/24)
WEST HEMPSTEAD
EUSTON ROAD SOUTHeast side, starting at a point 75 feet south of the south curbline of 7th Street, south for a distance of 20 feet.
(TH-281/24)
; 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) 148866
LEGAL NOTICE
Mount Sinai South Nassau Transitional Care Unit (TCU) Notice of Nondiscriminatory Policy
It is the policy of Mount Sinai South Nassau TCU not to discriminate on the basis of race, creed, religion, color, national origin, gender, handicap, disability, blindness, source of sponsorship, source of payment, marital status, age, sexual preference, genetic disposition or carrier status in employment or in the admission, retention and care of residents and patients. All persons and organizations that have occasion to either refer prospective residents or patients to Mount Sinai South Nassau TCU are advised to follow this nondiscriminatory policy. 148083
LEGAL NOTICE NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING BY THE BOARD OF APPEALS
Pursuant to New York State Town Law Article 16, New York State Public Officers Law Article 7, and the Town of Hempstead Building Zone Ordinance, NOTICE is hereby given that the BOARD OF APPEALS of the Town of Hempstead will hold a public hearing in the Old Town Hall, 350 Front Street, Room 230, Second Floor, Hempstead, New York on 09/18/2024 at 9:30 A.M. to consider the following applications and appeals:
THE FOLLOWING CASES WILL BE CALLED STARTING AT 9:30 AM 576/24. - 577/24. UNIONDALE - Malibu Café c/o Arciliano Hernandez, Renewal of grant to use premises for place of public assembly & amusement (cabaret, live music & dancing).; Renewal of grant to maintain variance in offstreet parking., N/s Front St., 120’ W/o Valcour Ave., a/k/a 1055 Front St. ALL PAPERS PERTAINING TO THE ABOVE HEARING ARE AVAILABLE FOR INSPECTION AT THE BOARD OF APPEALS, TOWN HALL, 1 WASHINGTON STREET, HEMPSTEAD, NY 11550. This notice is only for new cases in Uniondale within Town of Hempstead jurisdiction. There are additional cases in different hamlets, towns and villages on the Board of Appeals calendar. The full calendar is available a t https://hempsteadny.gov/ 509/Board-of-Appeals The internet address of the website streaming for this meeting is https://hempsteadny.gov/ 576/Live-Streaming-Video Interested parties may appear at the above time and place. At the call of the Chairman, the Board will consider decisions on the foregoing and those on the Reserve Decision calendar and such other matters as may properly come before it. 148872
ALL that certain plot piece or parcel of land, with the buildings and improvements thereon erected, situate, lying and being in Uniondale (Unincorporated Area), In The Town Of Hempstead, County Of Nassau And State Of New York.
Section 55 Block 532 Lot 24
The approximate amount of the current Judgment lien is $601,359.45 plus interest and costs. The Premises will be sold subject to provisions of the aforesaid Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale; Index # 616200/2022
Samantha L. Segal, Esq., Referee.
If proper social distancing cannot be maintained or there are other health or safety concerns, the then Court Appointed Referee will cancel the Foreclosure Auction. This Auction will be held rain or shine.
SHELDON MAY & ASSOCIATES Attorneys at Law, 255 Merrick Road, Rockville Centre, NY 11570
Dated: 8/21/24 File Number: 38281 SH 148900
being in the Town of Hempstead, County of Nassau and State of New York, Section 55, Block L and Lots 22-26. Approximate amount of judgment is $539,650.59 plus interest and costs. Premises will be sold subject to provisions of filed Judgment Index #605447/2021. Cash will not be accepted. John Fellin, Esq., Referee Knuckles & Manfro, LLP, 120 White Plains Road, Suite 215, Tarrytown, New York 10591, Attorneys for Plaintiff 148891
LEGAL NOTICE NOTICE OF SALE SUPREME COURTCOUNTY OF NASSAU U.S. BANK TRUST NATIONAL ASSOCIATION, NOT IN ITS INDIVDLA CAPACITY BUT SOLELY AS OWNER TRUSTEE FOR LEGACY MORTGAGE ASSET TRUST 2021-GS1, Plaintiff, Against MARIE RAPHAEL, EDELINE L. SAUNDERS, ET AL., Defendant(s) Pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale, duly entered 02/05/2024, I, the undersigned Referee, will sell at public auction, on the North Side steps of the Nassau County Supreme Court located at 100 Supreme Court Drive, Mineola, N.Y. 11501 on 10/17/2024 at 3:30PM, premises known as 1076 Northgate Court Square, Uniondale, New York 11553, And Described As Follows:
LEGAL NOTICE NOTICE OF SALE SUPREME COURT COUNTY OF NASSAU, U.S. BANK NATIONAL ASSOCIATION, NOT IN ITS INDIVIDUAL CAPACITY, BUT SOLELY AS TRUSTEE FOR THE RMAC TRUST, SERIES 2016-CTT, Plaintiff, vs. THE UNKNOWN HEIRSAT-LAW, NEXT-OF-KIN, DISTRIBUTEES, EXECUTORS, ADMINISTRATORS, TRUSTEES, DEVISEES, LEGATEES, ASSIGNEES, LIENORS, CREDITORS, AND SUCCESSORS IN INTEREST, AND GENERALLY ALL PERSONS HAVING OR CLAIMING, UNDER, BY OR THROUGH THE DECEDENT BERNICE E. LOCKETT, ET AL., Defendant(s). Pursuant to an Order Discharging Guardian Ad Litem, Confirming Referee’s Report and Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale duly entered on July 31, 2024, I, the undersigned Referee will sell at public auction on the front steps on the north side of the Nassau County Supreme Court, 100 Supreme Court Drive, Mineola, NY 11501 on October 16, 2024 at 2:30 p.m., premises known as 3 McClellen Place a/k/a 3 McClellan Place, Roosevelt, NY 11575. All that certain plot, piece or parcel of land, with the buildings and improvements thereon erected, situate, lying and
LEGAL NOTICE NOTICE OF SALE SUPREME COURT COUNTY OF NASSAU Citibank N.A., Plaintiff AGAINST Cheryl A. Glenn, et al., Defendant(s) Pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale duly entered April 22, 2024, I, the undersigned Referee will sell at public auction at the North Side steps of the Nassau County Supreme Court, 100 Supreme Court Drive, Mineola, NY 11501 on October 16, 2024 at 2:30PM, premises known as 781 Union Drive, Uniondale, NY 11553. All that certain plot piece or parcel of land, with the buildings and improvements erected, situate, lying and being in the Town of Hempstead, at Uniondale, County of Nassau and State of New York, SECTION: 50, BLOCK: 370, LOT: 23. Approximate amount of judgment $356,173.08 plus interest and costs. Premises will be sold subject to provisions of filed Judgment Index #609626/2019. 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”. Jane Shrenkel, Esq., Referee Frenkel Lambert Weiss Weisman & Gordon, LLP 53 Gibson Street Bay Shore, NY 11706 01-091851-F00 82350 148854
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Q. We completed construction last year, and got a letter recently from our building department that our work was never “signed off.” We called the number of a person who turned out to be our building inspector, and after calling several times, we finally got them on the phone. That’s when we learned that our contractor never got a single inspection — not one — and that now we’re faced with getting a “design professional” to write a signed and sealed letter. We tracked down who our architect was — the one whose seal is on our building plans, since we never met them — and they don’t answer their phone. The contractor recommended another architect. What do we need to do or ask the other architect to get our final c/o?
A. Start by asking the architect if they can see through walls. Sounds like a job for Superman. The real problem here is that you, like many, got stuck by people who don’t take the process seriously and would have left you holding the bag had it not been for an official who was “just doing their job.”
Obviously, your inspector didn’t see the ongoing procedures of the work, and doesn’t want to lie and say they did, so they need someone else to do it. Instead of relying on the contractor, who should have called for inspections, they look for someone with a cape who can see hidden details. That someone is a licensed, state-designated responsible individual who may take the liability when something hidden is wrong — namely, an architect or engineer.
In such a situation, I always wonder why a homeowner wasn’t suspicious or concerned that they never met the licensed professional architect or engineer who would be ultimately responsible for their home’s strength, code compliance and safety. Based on my experience, most people show little understanding of or respect for why a certificate of completion or occupancy is needed, and regard it as a needless formality. Many building departments haven’t made it easier and people tell me they’re sorry they ever mentioned doing work.
Instead of helping people through the process and clearly explaining other potential issues, some delay the work, defer the communication to an architect and look for reasons not to release a permit without finding other “illegal” items, such as an air conditioner, shed, fence, deck, etc., that also need permits that were never gotten. This isn’t always true, because some officials are very helpful, so I hope the ones who are communicative don’t automatically take this to heart.
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The world must continue to hear us
Sept. 11, 2001, was the most tragic day in American history. It was also our finest hour, a demonstration of our nation’s courage, resilience and undying spirit. Like so many Americans, I will always remember that horrible day, and the days that followed. I was in Washington that Tuesday. As in New York, the sky was exceptionally clear, the morning sun bright. The annual Congressional barbecue on the south lawn of the White House — the first one of George W. Bush’s presidency, was scheduled that night. Most members of Congress and their spouses would be there. My wife, Rosemary, had expected to fly down the night before, but torrential rains and violent thunderstorms had canceled all flights out of LaGuardia. She was rescheduled to come in Tuesday morning, on a flight due to land at Reagan International Airport at about 9:40.
Driving to Capitol Hill with my chief of staff, Rob O’Connor, I got a call at about 8:50 from my press secretary, who
told me that a plane had crashed into the World Trade Center. He’d learned this from my daughter, Erin, who was talking with her husband, John, who worked four blocks north of the towers and saw the crash from his office. This was the time Rosemary’s plane would have been taking off. At Delta’s congressional desk, the information was imprecise on the status of her flight.
AWalking into my office in the Cannon Building at 9:01, I looked up at the television in the reception area and saw a massive jet crashing into a tower, and assumed it was a video replay. Seconds later I realized it was the second plane. Delta had no update for 20 minutes, and Rosemary’s cellphone kept going to voicemail.
airport and take Rosemary home to Seaford.
t least 150 of my friends, neighbors and constituents died on Sept. 11.
At 9:46, the Pentagon was attacked, and I ordered the office evacuated. There was also a report — which turned out to be false — that a bomb had gone off on the Capitol Mall, near the Commerce Department, where my son, Sean, worked. Again there was uncertainty, as the phone lines at Commerce had gone dead, and it was 20 minutes before I knew Sean was safe. Meanwhile, Erin’s husband, John, who had to race down 28 flights of stairs to get out of his building, didn’t have a cellphone. It was a while before he could call Erin from a pay phone on 59th Street and we knew he was safe.
In the following days, the New York, New Jersey and Virginia congressional delegations met with President Bush at the White House, and a number of us traveled to ground zero when the president, with Baldwin resident and retired firefighter Bob Beckwith at his side, made his famous bullhorn speech, pledging that the terrorists would “hear all of us soon!”
In the ensuing weeks and months, there were seemingly endless wakes and funerals, with the stirring and somber tones of drums and bagpipes. The country was united, standing as one to an extent we have not seen since. Petty partisanship was set aside, and promises were made never to forget.
When I got through to her at about 9:20, her plane was headed from the runway back to the terminal. She and the other passengers had no idea why their flight had been canceled. Her main concern was how she was going to make it to Washington for the barbecue. As I was telling her that New York was under attack, I could hear the pilot making an announcement and passengers shrieking. My district director, Anne Rosenfeld, was able to get back to the
So all my family members were safe. But many others weren’t so fortunate. Firefighter Michael Boyle, who had worked on my campaigns and was the son of my longtime friend Jimmy Boyle, was killed, as were the Haskell brothers, Tom and Timmy, FDNY heroes and graduates of Seaford High School. And Farrell Lynch and his brother, Sean, from Cantor Fitzgerald, who had helped with my campaigns. And so many more. Almost 3,000, including at least 150 of my friends, neighbors and constituents.
Some hits and some errors, but no
Less than two months before Election Day, it’s anybody’s guess as to who will win the big prize. By the time this reaches print, the two major presidential candidates will have had their debate, which by itself may decide who has earned the label of frontrunner. But there are a few factors that could be deal breakers for former President Donald Trump or Vice President Kamala Harris. A few months ago, virtually no one had heard of Project 2025. For any new readers, Project 2025 is the 900-page product of the Heritage Foundation, an ultra-conservative think tank that has enormous clout among Trump supporters. Among the organization’s major victories is its success in gaining support for Trump’s appointment of three Supreme Court justices, who were responsible for overturning Roe v. Wade.
Project 2025 is an-in depth outline of how a Trump presidency should be conducted if he is able to win a second
term. Because it calls for a demolition of the federal government, it is fast becoming a major issue for Democrats, who vigorously claim that Trump has fully embraced its contents. Trump keeps denying even any knowledge of its existence. The denials have fallen flat, considering that the vast majority of the foundation staffers who wrote the manifesto worked in the previous Trump administration. Project 2025 may or may not become a problem for the Republican Party, depending on how many people come to understand its contents and how it would damage our democracy. Aside from being saddled with that potential fallout, Republicans have yet to benefit from the candidacy of Sen. J.D. Vance in his role as Trump’s potential vice president. Vance was chosen before President Biden withdrew from the race, and it’s possible that if the Trump people had known that was going to happen, they would have chosen a female candidate who might resonate better with voters. But Vance got the nod with the blessing of Donald Trump Jr. and his brother Eric. To date,
As we commemorate Sept. 11, we must try to recapture that spirit of unity as we remember those who were killed that tragic day, and the thousands who have died since, or who are suffering from 9/11-related illnesses. We must continue to guard against the terrorist forces of Al Qaeda, ISIS and their affiliates, who are as determined today as they were 23 years ago to destroy us and our way of life.
The world must continue to hear us. God bless America!
Peter King is a former congressman, and a former chair of the House Committee on Homeland Security. Comments? pking@ liherald.com.
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Vance has attracted much more negative press than positive, which is the last thing a presidential candidate needs.
o n any one day, at any hour, a mistake can turn a campaign upside down.
Usually, candidates for high office are very carefully vetted, which includes reviewing their speeches and writings, and checking out their personal conduct. In Vance’s case, there appears to have been little perusal of any kind. He has made numerous speeches and written frequently, and many of those specimens have been the focus of negative press.
When Trump ran in 2016, Vance stated on Facebook, “I go back and forth between thinking Trump is a cynical A-hole like Nixon or he is an American Hitler.” He has also called Trump an “idiot” and compared him to Hitler. But Vance now sings Trump’s praises, calling him a historic candidate and “highly qualified.” Vance has also cast a few votes in his short tenure in the Senate that will haunt him right up to Nov. 5.
Harris’s campaign for the White House got off to a fast start, propelled by a well-run Democratic National Convention. She has attracted a broad
yet
range of support from young voters and women, and has been well received by minority voters. Her performance in this week’s debate may make or break her candidacy, or just keep her going until she gets a boost or makes a fatal mistake.
Trump has stumbled badly on the issue of women’s reproductive rights, and it’s doubtful that he can successfully get it off his back. He has claimed that he’s a strong supporter of women’s rights, but he can’t escape his own bragging about having been responsible for reversing Roe v. Wade. This issue will hurt Republican down-ballot candidates as well.
Eight weeks sound like a short time for most people, but in politics it feels like forever. On any one day, at any hour, a mistake can turn a campaign upside down. Having been involved in multiple campaigns as either a candidate or an analyst, I know how easy it can be for a politician to implode. So, like Yogi Berra said, it ain’t over till it’s over.
Jerry Kremer was an assemblyman for 23 years, and chaired the Assembly’s Ways and Means Committee for 12 years. He now heads Empire Government Strategies, a business development and legislative strategy firm. Comments about this column? jkremer@liherald.com.
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Let’s shake on prioritizing sportsmanship
the return of fall scholastic sports on Long Island is the first opportunity of the new school year to remind athletes, coaches, parents and the fans in the stands of the importance of sportsmanship.
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We’ve heard the refrain for decades that sports build character. The aspects of competition that do that include not just listening to coaches’ instructions, learning techniques and plays and practicing hard, but also — every bit as important — respecting your opponent and those who officiate athletic contests. one of the most vital lessons young competitors can learn is to be fair and gracious, in both victory and defeat. After giving it their all on the field, on the court or in the pool, and then acknowledging their opponents’ efforts, student-athletes show respect for their competitors, and themselves, that ultimately makes them better people, more mindful of relationships in all phases of their lives.
Taking part in school sports introduces young people to teamwork, in all of its permutations — winning, losing, cooperation, conflict — and the lessons of sportsmanship learned on playing fields are among the keys to developing a well-rounded character.
The National Federation of State high School Associations emphasizes that sportsmanship is an expectation that athletes, coaches and fans alike should uphold. Shaking hands after a
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game, avoiding trash talk and respecting referees’ decisions reinforce the concept that everyone is equal on the field, and that every player deserves respect.
A 2019 study by the Aspen Institute found that participation in youth sports improves social skills, including empathy, patience and cooperation. Some 83 percent of student-athletes surveyed for the study reported that sports had taught them the importance of respecting others — not just their opponents, but their own teammates and coaches as well.
Coaches play a pivotal role in shaping the behavior and values of student-athletes. The way they handle both wins and losses sets an invaluable example for their players. According to a study by the Journal of Applied Sport Psychology, student-athletes whose coaches emphasized respect and teamwork, reinforcing fair play in both practices and games, were significantly more likely to manifest those qualities among their teammates and opponents.
Parents also shape their children’s understanding of good sportsmanship. We’ve all seen parents who appear to be living vicariously through their kids, or reliving their own glory days. That can lead them to exert too much pressure on their children. Some 75 percent of young athletes surveyed for a study by the Journal of Sports Behavior said that excessive parental pressure to succeed created anxiety, and detracted from their
You almost have to admire the bravery of Robert Kralick (“Long Islanders can’t fight climate change alone,” Letters, Sept. 5-11) and those who think like him, as it were. Indeed, it takes great courage to make public the depths of one’s apathy. Would Mr. Kralick have Nassau County dismiss its police force because there will always be more criminals? Perhaps all human efforts to improve are moot because Earth will eventually, inevitably be swallowed by the sun. The argument against reducing our use of fossil fuels because other countries use more fossil fuels is cynical at best, and nonsensical at worst. Any reduction here — in Nassau County, in New York, in the United States — means a reduction overall, which can, and will, have a salutary effect on the worsening global climate. But maybe those who would rather do nothing didn’t bother to learn simple math because the Chinese already know math.
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enjoyment of the game. When parents emphasize winning over playing with integrity, and pass down a “win-at-any-cost” mentality, that undermines the principles of sportsmanship. Parents, and others in the bleachers, can instead reinforce those principals by modeling respectful behavior. Cheering for the team, acknowledging the efforts of both sides and refraining from criticizing referees are simple but powerful ways parents can teach their children the importance of fairness.
By maintaining a positive attitude toward the game, regardless of the outcome, parents provide a strong example for their children. And they should talk with them about the importance of sportsmanship, to reinforce the idea that success in sports isn’t just about winning.
In a 2020 study by Project Play, a vast majority of youth athletes acknowledged that sports taught them how to respect authority figures, such as referees and coaches. As they come to understand that referees are responsible for ensuring fairness, youngsters learn the importance of respecting the rules that govern not only sports, but life in general.
As the school sports seasons unfold, and students navigate the highs and lows of competition, with the guidance of their coaches and the support of their parents, no lessons they will learn will be more important than sportsmanship. We
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opinions Enhancing education through accessible transportation
as workforce demands changed in the mid- to late 20th century, fewer parents and guardians were available to drop off and pick up their children at school. As a result, many school districts across Long Island voted to adjust their transportation mileage requirements so students who lived closer to school could qualify for bus service. But in the Village of Hempstead, the largest village in the country, the Hempstead Union Free School District has never had districtwide busing.
Under the current mileage requirements in Hempstead, students in grades seven through 12 must live farther than three miles from school, while those in kindergarten through sixth grade must live farther than two miles away, to qualify for district transportation. In a village that spans roughly 3.5 square miles, no child in the district qualifies. This has adversely impacted the district’s attendance and graduation rates for decades. I was made aware that the district never had districtwide busing in 2018. It shook me to my core. I imagined children walking up to three miles to school
each day, navigating busy streets, lousy weather and potentially unsafe areas. For many children in the village, this was a harsh reality. I decided that this was unacceptable, and that I would do everything in my power to resolve this critical issue.
When I first ran for the Assembly in 2018, addressing the transportation issue was one of my top priorities. There were two key concerns. First, the well-being of our children.
HWalking over a mile, especially in winter, is challenging for an adult, let alone a child who is expected to stay focused and learn throughout the day. The second concern was alleviating the anxiety of many parents, who wondered whether their children made it to school safely while they were at work. Access to transportation is crucial in ensuring that every student has the opportunity to succeed academically. With reliable and safe buses, children arrive at school on time, ready to learn, regardless of their home environment or how far they live from school. This eliminates barriers that might otherwise prevent them from attending school regularly, such as long walks through unsafe neighborhoods or bad weather. My team and I knew that by providing consistent transportation, we would not only support students’ educa-
Letters
shore wind turbines now popping up in many places off our East Coast shoreline.
Mr. Brown neglected to point out that the projected cost of wind energy for New York state is $131 per megawatt hour (and $101 per megawatt hour, net, after subsidies from the Inflation Reduction Act), compared with a current average cost of $37 per megawatt hour. We should expect a significant increase in the cost of energy in New York as we move toward 100 percent “renewable energy.” This additional cost will be a tremendous burden to all users, with particular hardship for those on lower and fixed incomes.
Mr. Brown also neglected to mention the thousands of birds killed by these giant shredding machines every year across our land and oceans. One would expect that this dangerous threat to our bird population would be top of mind for someone speaking on behalf of the Audubon Society. It’s quite sad that this didn’t warrant a mention in his letter.
SEAN D. CROWLEY Former member, South Shore Audubon Society Rockville Centre
tional engagement but also address broader issues of equity and inclusion, ensuring that all children, regardless of their socioeconomic status, had equal access to the opportunities that education offers.
empstead village schools have never had districtwide busing.
School transportation also plays a vital role in economic development and shaping the village’s future workforce. It ensures that children from all backgrounds can attend school consistently, and receive a quality education that provides them with the skills they need for future careers. They are more likely to graduate, pursue higher education, and enter the workforce with better prospects. This improves individual economic opportunities and creates a more skilled and capable workforce, which we desperately need.
Investing in school transportation serves communities by reducing absenteeism, improving educational outcomes, and fostering a more equitable environment where all students have the chance to succeed, ultimately driving long-term economic growth and stability. That’s the vision I have for the Village of Hempstead.
Throughout my tenure representing the 18th Assembly District, I was frequently reminded by members of the Hempstead community of their depen-
Why is Peter King criticizing J.D. Vance?
To the Editor:
Re Peter King’s column “Vance needs to get his immigrant story straight” (Aug. 29-Sept. 4): I could never argue intelligently on the topic of immigration in the 19th or early 20th century, and I am certain that Mr. King is much more educated about the details than, obviously, J.D. Vance. But what I did find offensive was King’s obvious attempt to insult and denigrate the candidate who is running for office in what I believed to be King’s political party.
I have heard King constantly criticizing President Trump, and each time he does, I lose a little more respect for him. At such a hazardous time in our country, where, truly, our freedom is at stake, it is perplexing to me that a former congressman who benefited from the support of the Republican Party, and those who voted for him, unnecessarily risks turning votes away from the candidates who have the only real chance of getting our country back on track.
I always voted for King, and I
dence on me to resolve the transportation issue. I met with dignitaries from all levels of government, affluent people and everyone in between with one request: funding or a solution to provide students with districtwide busing. My team and I dedicated countless hours, blood, sweat and real tears to finding a solution. In 2022, with support from the Assembly, I successfully, and historically, secured $1 million to address the school district’s transportation needs.
I’m pleased to announce that, thanks to these efforts and the approval of the grant by the Hempstead superintendent and school board members, the district now owns its very own transportation fleet — two new 44-passenger school buses, two new 33-passenger buses, two new Sprinters and more to safely transport our children to and from school, field trips, and athletic activities.
Investing in school transportation is an investment in a child’s future, fostering a more equitable educational landscape where every student has a chance to thrive. We resolved more than just a transportation solution; we removed a massive barrier to the educational experience in Hempstead. After six years of discussions and negotiations, it is gratifying to see this significant achievement for the Hempstead district.
Taylor Darling represents the 18th Assembly District.
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thought he did a good job, but of late I am deeply disappointed in his arrogance and obvious egotistical behavior. Perhaps he should pray for guidance before
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