Wantagh Herald 10-10-2024

‘Reverse Tashlich’ for Rosh Hashana

By CHARlES SHAW cshaw@liherald.com

To celebrate Rosh Hashana in a unique way, members of

in the future,” Kauffman said. “We go to the waterway and cast our sins into the water.”

The committee focuses on how the temple can be environ

basil to strawberries.

Hydroponic gardening differs from traditional gardening because it does not require soil. According to Christina Reed, a sustainability intern at the library, plants are grown in a grow medium, comprised of peat moss, that helps retain moisture. The water used for hydroponics is enriched with nutrients, allowing plants to grow “in a smaller footprint.”

community and library gardens, and saw the hydroponic garden as an alternative method of growing plants in the library. She first heard of hydroponics several years ago, and became interested around the time of the pandemic.

“There wasn’t a lot of access to supermarkets, and it was more of a lockdown environment, that I thought this would be a great initiative to

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Action/Social Justice Committee, explained that Tashlich encourages people to reflect on their past and resolve to start anew.

“This is a time when you think about what you did last year and how you can improve

help clean waterfronts.

The event on Sept. 29 was part of Repair the Sea’s seventh annual worldwide Reverse Tashlich. According to the organization’s website, some 4,000 Jews and allies in 23 coun-

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Now, on to the bikes

Some 4,000 athletes swam, biked and ran in the second annual Ironman 70.3 at Jones Beach State Park on Sept. 28. Story, more photos, Page 10.

Learning opportunities sprout from Levittown Library garden

By CHARlES SHAW cshaw@liherald.com

At Levittown Public Library, kids are learning unique methods to grow plants, thanks to a hydroponic garden that grows anything from basil to strawberries.

Hydroponic gardening differs from traditional gardening because it does not require soil. According to Christina Reed, a sustainability intern at the library, plants are grown in a grow medium, comprised of peat moss, that helps retain moisture. The water used for hydroponics is enriched with nutrients, allowing plants to grow “in a smaller footprint.”

A ‘Reverse Tashlich’ for Rosh Hashana

By CHARlES SHAW cshaw@liherald.com

To celebrate Rosh Hashana in a unique way, members of Temple B’nai Torah gathered on a rainy Sept. 29 for a beach cleanup at Jones Beach State Park.

Thirteen members of the Wantagh temple spent around two hours picking up garbage — cigarette butts, glass bottles, remnants of plastic toys and more — with trash pickers and collecting it in buckets. According to temple members, the cleanup was part of an innovative environmental Jewish ritual known as a Reverse Tashlich.

in the future,” Kauffman said. “We go to the waterway and cast our sins into the water.”

The committee focuses on how the temple can be environmentally conscious, because taking care of the environment is part of Jewish tradition. This year, the committee initiated a Reverse Tashlich, during which sins are, metaphorically, taken out of the water, with beach refuse a fitting representation.

his is a time when you think about what you did last year and how you can improve in the future.

RoNA KAuffmAN Co-chair, Temple B’nai Torah’s Social Action/Social Justice Committee

“We realized, why are we throwing our sins into the sea when we should be taking our sins out of the waterways?” Kauffman said.

“Overall, hydroponics is a more sustainable method of growing,” Reed said, “and we thought that this is something that could be a great opportunity for students to see and be more interested in the environment and growing.”

Reed said she has always been involved with community and library gardens, and saw the hydroponic garden as an alternative method of growing plants in the library. She first heard of hydroponics several years ago, and became interested around the time of the pandemic.

“There wasn’t a lot of access to supermarkets, and it was more of a lockdown environment, that I thought this would be a great initiative to

In Jewish tradition, Tashlich is performed on the High Holy Days, when people symbolically cast away their sins by throwing breadcrumbs or pebbles into a body of water — a river or an ocean. Rona Kauffman, co-chair of Temple B’Nai Torah’s Social Action/Social Justice Committee, explained that Tashlich encourages people to reflect on their past and resolve to start anew.

“This is a time when you think about what you did last year and how you can improve

The concept was originated by Repair the Sea, a nonprofit Jewish organization in Tampa, Florida, that raises awareness of the threats that aquatic environments face and encourages action to address them. For several years, communities around the globe have collaborated with the organization to help clean waterfronts.

The event on Sept. 29 was part of Repair the Sea’s seventh annual worldwide Reverse Tashlich. According to the organization’s website, some 4,000 Jews and allies in 23 coun-

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Crowds gathered at Wantagh Park on Sept. 15 to participate in the Northeast Chapter of the Huntington’s Disease Society of America’s Team Hope Walk.

Hope Walk raises funds for Huntington’s disease

The Northeast Chapter of the Huntington’s Disease Society of America, also known as HDSA, held the Team Hope Walk on Sunday, Sept. 15 at Wantagh Park.

The event aimed to raise funds for HDSA’s mission to support individuals and families affected by Huntington’s disease. The walk is the organization’s largest national grassroots fundraising event. Held in over 100 cities nationwide, it has raised more than $28 million for Huntington’s disease research and support since its inception in 2007. According to the

organization, communities come together each year for the walk to help further the society’s goal of improving the lives of people impacted by the disease.

The Long Island walk was sponsored by Neurocrine Biosciences and Teva Pharmaceuticals. All proceeds from the event will go toward HDSA’s programs and initiatives.

According to the organization, Huntington’s disease is a fatal genetic disorder that causes the progressive breakdown of nerve cells in the brain. It impacts an individual’s physical and men-

tal abilities, often during their prime working years, and has no cure. HDSA’s website says that approximately 41,000 Americans are symptomatic, and more than 200,000 are at risk of inheriting the disease. Huntington’s disease, the organization notes, is often compared to having ALS, Parkinson’s, and Alzheimer’s simultaneously.

For more information about Huntington’s disease or HDSA’s efforts, visit hdsa. org or call 800-345-HDSA.

— Charles Shaw

Melinda Jensen talks of the importance of raising awareness for Huntington’s dis-

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Six-year-old William gets his face painted at the Team Hope Walk at Wantagh Park.

Jamison Skala speaks to the crowd at the Team Hope Walk

Wantagh Hawks make it to championship game

The Wantagh Hawks Little League 9U team traveled to Aberdeen, Maryland, to compete in the Cal Ripken Experience, making it all the way to the championship game. The team went 4-1 in the tournament, playing teams from all over the country.

According to Jimmy Sensale, head coach of the Wantagh Hawks and vice president of Wantagh Little Leagues, the Cal Ripken Experience is a tournament that teams aspire to go to.

“Usually there are academy teams that participate,” Sensale said. “It’s typically hard for town teams to really have a ton of success when they join these tournaments.”

Other Wantagh teams before the Hawks went to the tournament, Sensale noted, but none of them had ever made it through the playoffs to the championship game.

Tsaid. “We made it all the way to the championship game – fell short in the championship game, but no team from Wantagh had ever made it that far before.”

The Wantagh Hawks were led by coaches Tim Coners, Gregg Sandler, Jimmy Sensale, and Anthony Carullo. The roster included James Sandler, Jackson Kacharaba, Thomas Karacsony, Dominic Sensale, Ryan Coners, Antonio Carullo, Charlie Falcone, Marco Corbo, William Ferraro, Joey Graci, and Vito Composto.

his team is really gelled and the passion for the game is obvious.

Jimmy SenSale Head coach, Wantagh Hawks

“This was the first time we’ve ever been eligible for it,” Sensale said of the championship game. “When we saw the opportunity, we jumped on it.”

The Wantagh Hawks finished ahead of three top 10 teams in New York State, including beating the sixth ranked team from Staten Island.

“We had gone down there really just for a team bonding experience,” Sensale

Before attending the Ripken Experience, the Wantagh Hawks participated in, and won, two Long Island Hot Stove tournaments during the season. Sensale expressed the challenge of keeping the young players engaged.

“[The challenge], when it comes to playing in theses high-end tournaments, is when you get to the nitty-gritty of it all,” Sensale said.

Even though there are challenges with keeping the kids engaged, these experiences are memorable, according to Sensale.

“The kids never forget it, I’ll never forget it as their head coach, and the parents will never forget it,” he said.

Parents and families, he added, are some of the greatest supporters of Little League travel teams.

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Hebrew school kids learn about the Torah

Congregation Beth Tikvah, in Wantagh, welcomed in the new Hebrew School year on Monday, Sept. 9. Rabbi Moshe Weisblum, upper back left, and Dalia Ross, front lower right, the new Religious School Director, led a Torah lesson for the children. In preparation for the High Holidays, the students learned about the connection between the Torah and our lives.

“We have a great group of parents [which is] where the foundation of these travel teams are,” Sensale said. “As long as you have great parents on the team, the kids are going to be great.”

The Wantagh Hawks are third and fourth graders who had been playing together since 2022. In 2022, the team won the Long Island Hot Stove tournament.

The Wantagh Hawks Little League 9U team made it to the Cal Ripken Experience championship game in Maryland, marking the first time a Wantagh Little League team has reached that stage in the tournament.

Sensale said that if the kids continue playing baseball, they would play together up to Wantagh High School.

“This team is really gelled and the passion for the game is obvious,” Sensale said. “They love baseball and it’s a great thing for Wantagh. The future is bright.”

— Josie Racette

Courtesy Jerusalem Chapter Daughter’s of the American Revolution

Katherine Kenney, Regent of the Jerusalem Chapter, left, stands with Mrs. Sapienza, Tiago Sapienza, teacher Katina Sullivan, and Forest Lake Elementary School Principal Thomas Burke. The Jerusalem Chapter of the Daughters of the American Revolution announced that Tiago Sapienza, a student at Forest Lake Elementary School in Wantagh, was the New York State DAR’s first-place overall winner in the elementary-level essay contest for his piece on ‘What the United States of America’s flag means to me.’

Courtesy Jimmy Sensale

Sapienza wins first place in contest

Temple members gather for a beach cleanup

tries took part in waterfront cleanups last year. Kauffman noted that this was the first year the temple participated.

It collaborated with the South Shore Estuary Reserve Program, a state initiative focused on protecting Long Island’s water quality and marine habitats. Sally Kellogg, the reserve’s program implementation specialist, joined temple members two Sundays ago.

“It’s always nice to get out of the office and see people doing good things,” Kellogg said.

While Jones Beach is generally well maintained, Kauffman said, there’s still plenty of refuse, which, Kellogg added, is often the result of littering or wind redistributing the contents of waste bins.

She noted that microplastics — particles less than 5 millimeters in size— negatively impact the environment. According to the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration, those particles can pass through water filtration systems and end up in the ocean, posing a potential threat to aquatic life. Kellogg explained that toys, plastic bags, water bottles and plastic from old docks can break down into microplastics, wash into the oceans and disrupt the aquatic food chain.

For Kauffman, the Reverse Tashlich of a beach cleanup helps participants be more aware of how much they use recy-

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clable materials and what more they can do to help the environment. Kellogg said that there are many opportunities to take part in beach cleanups, such as those organized by the South Shore

Integrity and Gratitude

If we had to choose only two concepts as a prescription for a good life, they would be integrity and gratitude. While we usually associate integrity with honesty, the word also means “fits together” as in integrated or integration. Oddly enough, both meanings are also interrelated. When someone is honest, their life tends to “fit together”. It works. As one sage put it, if you’re honest you never have to remember what you said. People who have integrity are consistent. You can count on them. Wikipedia says “the word integrity evolved from the Latin adjective ‘integer’ meaning whole or complete. In this context, integrity is the inner sense of ‘wholeness’ deriving from qualities such as honesty and consistency of character.” If you or someone you know finds their life is “not working” there may be a lack of integrity somewhere that needs to be sought after and rooted out.

Gratitude has to do with appreciation. Appreciation means to add value to. Things that appreciate tend to grow, just as being

grateful for something or someone raises its or their value in our estimation. Even though, at any given time, countless more things are going right than going wrong in most of our lives, too many of us focus more on what’s going wrong and take for granted what’s going right — our health, our loved ones, our resources.

Grateful people tend to be giving people —and giving people are the happiest among us. Takers can never be as happy as givers because takers can never get enough. Givers already have more than enough, which is why they have some to give away. But having enough is not a state of fact, it is a state of mind. Once you can cultivate that state of mind you are on your way to a happy life. One of the best ways to rewire your brain from focusing on the negative to focusing on the positive, is to keep a “Gratitude Journal”, examples of which may be easily googled. The elusive “holy grail” of being happy can be found by cultivating integrity and gratitude in your life.

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encourages even casual beachgoers to help the environment.

“Even if you’re just on the beach for a

fun little walk and you see a bottle cap, it’s important to pick it up and place it in the trash,” she said. “That one little bottle cap can cause havoc. Every little bit helps.”

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—George Karatzas, James Cress Florist, Smithtown

Unoccupied business spaces are an opportunity to help bring vitality to downtown areas. For George Karatzas, owner of James Cress Florist, staying downtown was a priority, but costs were prohibitive. Then George applied for our Vacant Space Revival Program, which has provided $2,462 in bill credits to help offset his overhead.* And Smithtown continues to have a business that brings warmth and charm to the area. It’s a beautiful thing to see come together—just like George’s floral arrangements.

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Elmont Senior Football

A MAJOR PART of Elmont’s run to the Nassau and Long Island boys’ basketball championships last winter, Edwards is also one of the county’s top football wide receivers. Although he didn’t have a catch Sept. 28 in a driving rainstorm against Lynbrook, he did more than his share of damage on the defensive side of the ball. Edwards had a 40-yard fumble recovery for a touchdown and a 70-yard interception return for a score to lead an 18-7 victory.

GAMES TO WATCH

Thursday, Oct. 10

Football: V.S. North at Floral Park 2 p.m.

Football: MacArthur at Carey 2:15

Football: Jericho at Mepham 2:15

Football: Sewanhaka at Calhoun 2:15 p.m.

Football: South Side at Garden City 3 p.m.

Football: Plainedge at Wantagh 3 p.m.

Football: Kennedy at Lynbrook 4:30 p.m.

Football: New Hyde Park at Long Beach 4:30 p.m.

Football: Roosevelt at Baldwin 4:30 p.m.

Football: Malverne at Lawrence 4:30 p.m.

Football: East Meadow at Hempstead 4:30 p.m.

Boys Soccer: Hicksville at Freeport 5 p.m.

Boys Soccer: Lawrence at Plainedge 5 p.m.

Boys Soccer: Syosset at Uniondale 5 p.m.

Girls Soccer: Oceanside at MacArthur 5 p.m.

Girls Soccer: Malv/East Rockaway at Lynbrook 5:30 p.m.

Football: Elmont at Manhasset 6:30 p.m.

Football: Herricks at V.S. Central 6:45 p.m.

Girls Soccer: Seaford at Plainedge 6:45 p.m.

Girls Volleyball: Wantagh at Long Beach 6:45 p.m.

Girls Volleyball: Mepham at Lynbrook 6:45 p.m.

Girls Volleyball: Mineola at South Side 6:45 p.m.

Boys Volleyball: Calhoun at Roslyn 6:45 p.m.

Girls Volleyball: Plainedge at MacArthur 6:45 p.m.

Football: East Rockaway at Island Trees 7 p.m.

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Wantagh raises the bar high

By ANDREW COEN sports@liherald.com

The Wantagh girls’ volleyball team got an early taste of competing against a top-flight program in five-set loss to current unbeaten South Side on Sept. 9, which Warriors coach Dan O’Shea hopes pushes the envelope for a championship run this fall.

“They do everything very well and they’re consistent and that’s where we need to be if we want to get where we want to get to,” O’Shea said of South Side, which entered the week at 7-0 and hasn’t dropped a set since the Wantagh match. “It was kind of a blessing to play that match early because that way we know we’re beatable and we have to continue to work hard to go where we want to go,” he added.

The Warriors won four matches in a row after the South Side defeat before a 3-0 loss to defending Long Island Class A champion Massapequa on Oct. 1. Wantagh is aiming for a return to the county finals, where it fell last year in a heartbreaking five-set loss to Mineola after having two match points in the fourth set.

Leading the charge to bring Wantagh back to championship contention this season are a core group of seniors fueled to script ending including senior middle hitter Kaitlin Dillon, who has emerged as a big piece of the offense in her fourth season on varsity. Dillon had 13 kills in a 3-1 win at Syosset on Sept. 16.

Setter Juliette Azzariti and outside hitter Sadie Reich are also integral part of Wangtagh’s leadership this season as senior co-captains. Reich has committed to play college volleyball at Seton Hall and is slated to graduate early to begin training with the Big East program in January.

“This is like her last hurrah,” said O’Shea of Reich, who recorded her 1,000 career kill in a sweep of Long Beach on Sept. 12. “She leads the team in almost every category every year and does a fantastic job.”

Seniors Krista Dowling and Skylar Mondelli have also stepped up in their

final seasons of high school volleyball at the middle and right side hitters, respectively. Sophomore outside hitter Kylie Hoffman and freshman Siena Muller have also become key parts of the offense as underclassmen

Junior liberos Sabrina Asadurian and Deanna Piscopo are playing a focal point in the Warriors’ defense. For the first time this season teams are able to utilize two liberos in the lineup as long as not on the court at the same time.

Wantagh visits Long Beach Oct. 10 and then will have nearly a week off

before returning to court at home for an Oct. 16 matchup against Syosset at 6:45 p.m.

As a Conference I school, Wantagh is assured of one of the top four seeds for the upcoming Class A playoffs along with South Side, Mineola and Lynbrook with the top two earning first round byes. O’Shea said “consistency” in all facets of the game will be the major key toward whether Wantagh raises a county championship trophy for the first time since winning the 2021 Long Island title.

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Setter Juliette Azzariti is the quarterback of a Wantagh offense keyed by hitters Sadie Reich and Kaitlin Dillon.

Levittown library teaches hydroponic gardening

bring to my house,” Reed said, “and so rather than having a traditional garden, I thought this would be a fun challenge.”

Now, Reed said, she has several hydroponic gardens at home growing different varieties of plants, including cauliflower, peppers, zucchini, cucumbers, lettuce, strawberries and bok choy.

She applied for a grant in July of last year to the Pollination Project Foundation, an organization that provides micro grants to individuals making positive changes in their communities. This allowed her to receive the funds to start a hydroponic garden at the library, focusing on children’s education.

The library received the garden in March, and has been growing a wide variety of plants since. According to children’s librarian Sarah Aiosa, the library’s staff members first grew kale, and then made them into chips for a taste test challenge for a kid’s program. Since then, the garden has grown string beans, strawberries, mint and tomato, among others.

“Everything that we do, we start completely from seed,” Reed said, “and then we grow it to become full sized and ready to eat.”

Maintenance, Reed said, is required once a week, where nutrients are added to the system, and water is refilled and adjusted for acidity. With hydroponics, Reed said, the plants won’t grow if the

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Sarah aiosa, the children’s librarian, left, and Christina reed, a sustainability intern, maintain the hydroponic garden at the Levittown public Library, where children learn about sustainable gardening.

water is too acidic. As plants get larger, she’s continuously trimming and harvesting foods to allow for more plants to grow.

“We do always have at least one person just taking a peek at it every day, just to see that everything’s going the way it should,” Aiosa said.

Jessica Carruba, the library’s head of teen services, said she’s been impressed to see how much has grown from the hydroponic garden, and hopes to see more programs related to the

plants grown from it.

“This has been a wonderful surprise to see how easy it is to maintain once you understand how the system works,” Carruba said. “The amount of produce that it yields is incredible.”

The garden can hold up to 20 plants, but the library is only growing several batches of different plants at a time. Some plants require more maintenance, such as strawberries, which need pollination. Since the garden is inside, there’s no wind, birds or bees to carry

pollen to the strawberries, so a hand pollination tool is used.

“When you’re outside, there’s bees and hummingbirds that are able to hand pollinate these plants,” Reed said, “but we’ll have to do it mechanically and by hand. So we’re continuously spreading the pollen to these plants individually rather than it being through nature.”

Additional programs for students to learn about gardening include taste tests with greens, such as green beans, and using the plants for ingredients, such as mint lemonade and strawberries in salad.

Aiosa said the library has worked with the community to donate some of the plants to soup kitchens and the Good Shepherd Lutheran Church in Levittown, where the food went to a family in need.

Reed also noted that while the garden’s output is limited, the focus remains on education and hands-on learning. By involving different library departments, the goal is to give students and community members a better understanding of sustainable gardening practices.

“With the spatial limitations, it’s not going to feed the entire community,” Reed said. “We really just wanted it to be an educational tool that can then be brought to different departments within the library.”

Abrahams returns for town special election

By CHARLES SHAW cshaw@liherald.com

Former county legislator Kevan Abrahams is returning to politics to help make the Town of Hempstead an affordable place to live for generations both young and old.

Abrahams, 50, retired last year from the Nassau County Legislature after a 21-year run. Throughout his time serving District 1, Abrahams, a Freeport resident, said he helped restore financial stability to the county. His time in Nassau politics focused on making sure parks and communities were safe, along with maintaining roads.

“I’m happy to say, during my time in the Legislature, I probably have done well over $200, $250 million in road projects,” Abrahams told the Herald during a Roundtable interview.

Now Abrahams is running as a Democrat in the special election for the seat in the town’s 5th Councilmanic District. The seat was previously occupied by Chris Carini, who died unexpectedly in July, at age 49.

For Abrahams, getting back into politics was an obvious choice. “Why I want to get involved is that I still see the needs and the issues that are confronting town residents,” he said. “They’re still there.”

His main priority is affordability. It has become a struggle to live in the town, he said, and it doesn’t offer enough opportunities for affordable housing for young people.

“My whole message, in terms of running for the town council, is tied to affordability,” he said. “Not just for that young family or that young person that’s looking for that affordable housing. It’s also for families that are middle-aged, that are struggling to pay the taxes and the fees that keep being increased by the Town of Hempstead.”

When Abrahams announced his bid for office in

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Kevan Abrahams, former Nassau County legislator, is running in the special election for the Town of Hempstead’s 5th Councilmanic District, and focusing on the affordability of living in the town, among other issues.

August, he expressed concerns about the town’s recent $2 million tax levy increase and rising fees for essential services. He criticized the fee hikes, noting that they affect everything from pool passes to parking permits and sports leagues, and argued that taxpayers are unfairly shouldering the burden of the town’s fiscal mismanagement.

Discussing infrastructure, Abrahams highlighted past efforts to mitigate flooding in Freeport, referencing a $7 million project to fund a flood plan on Guy

Lombardo Avenue. It’s important, he said, to ensure that town roads are properly maintained, especially when it comes to water flowing into catch basins. He added that addressing infrastructure is crucial to prevent disrepair and to manage excess water on the streets.

Quality of life, Abrahams said, is essential for residents, and he wants to make sure the town has proper services, whether roads, police stations or parks. He emphasized the need for careful oversight when it comes to fiscal decisions, particularly those that impact residents.

“I think there needs to be an alternative voice there that’s going to scrutinize, before any tax increase happens, before any housing project happens, before any fee is increased, that we are looking to figure out how this benefits the residents of the town of Hempstead and lowers their costs,” he said.

Throughout his campaign, Abrahams wants voters to know that he plans to be a councilman for everyone, and looks to help people find the resources they need to resolve any issues, whether related to schools, businesses or villages.

“We’re at a moment in this country where everything is going up,” Abrahams said. “We’ve seen inflation impact things, and that’s impacting our residents. And at the same time, we cannot have a blind eye to what we do in the town, in regards to the increasing of taxes or park fees or anything along those lines. We have to lessen the burden, not add to it.”

Schneider is looking to keep his board seat

By CHARLES SHAW cshaw@liherald.com

For over two decades, Chris Schneider has given back to his community. Now, as a newly appointed Town of Hempstead Councilman, he wants to continue serving people in the 5th Councilmanic District. Schneider, 44, of Seaford, is a graduate of Wantagh High School, and began his journey in government in 2002, when he became a legislative assistant in the Nassau County Legislature. Two years later, he began working in the State Senate, and served under former Senators Charles Fuschillo and Elaine Philips, and current Sen. Jack Martins, until 2017.

After those years in government, Schneider worked in a senior leadership role for the Alzheimer’s Foundation of America.

At an Aug. 6 Town Board meeting, Schneider was unanimously appointed councilman for the 5th District, filling the seat of his late friend Chris Carini.

For Schneider, his new responsibilities are another way for him to get involved in public service, and he is looking to win the special election in November and start a full term next year.

“The thing that really appealed to me the most about this is it just gives me another way to take that service and giving back to another level,” Schneider said of his appointment, “and it’s been really exciting so far.”

Taking on the job, however, he said, was bittersweet, because Carini, a Seaford resident, was a close friend for years. Schneider served on the Wantagh/ Seaford Homeowners Association board for 20 years, which Carini was also involved with. Prior to his

appointment to the Town Board, Schneider was Seaford vice president of the association.

“One of the things that makes this extra special for me is being able to carry on the work that (Carini) was so passionate about,” Schneider said, “because we shared a lot of the same passions in terms of different issues.”

One of Carini’s legacies that Schneider supports is the town’s Quality of Life Task Force, which removes illegal ads and graffiti and cleans up litter throughout the town. Schneider looks to expand and enhance the task force if he elected.

“When you start seeing things like graffiti and vandalism and signs and zombie homes, it has a negative impact on the community,” he said, “and I think taking care of that stuff, to preserve our quality of life and being aggressive with it, is important.”

Schneider has also represented Seaford on the Nassau County Police Commissioner’s Community Council since 2022, and has served on the 5th District Graffiti Watch Task Force. Working hand in hand with police, he said, is important, because it includes making sure law enforcement is aware of community concerns, such as school safety and illegal smoke shops.

When it comes to affordability, Schneider said the town has done a good job of being fiscally responsible while balancing the needs of taxpayers. The town is continually trying to do more with less, he added, despite the rising cost of living, materials and gas.

“I fully support any kind of efforts to do more with less and be fiscally responsible,” he said.

Schneider said he would prioritize communication as councilman. To serve his district, he noted that he has spoken with civic leaders in his community, as

councilman for the 5th District,

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a special election next month. He wants to keep up the work of the Quality of Life Task Force.

well as local fire departments, clergy members and American Legion groups.

“We’re happy to work with you however we can,” he said. “I think it’s important that people know where to turn, and I’m accessible if they have a problem.”

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Chris Schneider, newly appointed Town of Hempstead

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Snyder was committed to service and community

By CHARLES SHAW cshaw@liherald.com

Donald E. Snyder, a longtime member of the Wantagh community and a celebrated figure in local athletics, died on Aug. 4 at the age of 98. He is survived by four children, 11 grandchildren, and nine great-grandchildren.

Snyder joined the Wantagh Fire Department in December 1951 and held virtually every leadership position over his more than 72 years of service, including Chief of Department in 1962. After serving as chief, Snyder was elected to the Board of Fire Commissioners, where he served for 55 years, including 16 times as chairman. He was the last surviving charter member of Wantagh Volunteer Fire Company #2, established in 1954. Snyder’s career saw many changes in firefighting laws, standards, and technology, and his commitment kept Wantagh’s firefighters and medics well-equipped and trained.

Hfather’s character.

“He was a guy that gave back to the community and cared about everyone around him,” Keith said. “He always went the extra mile in both sides of the pursuits that he had.”

Snyder coached for over 40 years, winning six Rutgers Cups and leading teams that went undefeated in both 1972 and 1978. In 2004, the Nassau County Football Coaches Association established the Snyder Award, presented annually to the top quarterback in the county. The football stadium and athletic complex at Farmingdale High School are named in his honor, a testament to his impact on the program.

e was a guy that gave back to the community and cared about everyone around him.

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Snyder also served as a Navy veteran and made significant contributions to local high school athletics. He worked for 30 years as a teacher, athletic coach, and athletic director in Farmingdale, where he became known as one of the most successful head football coaches of his era. The football stadium and athletic complex at Farmingdale High School are named in his honor, and many of his teams achieved local, county, and state championships.

Keith Snyder, Donald’s son, spoke highly of his

Buddy Krumenacker, a former player on Snyder’s team and current Farmingdale High School football coach, remembered Snyder as someone who prioritized his players, and described his teams as consistent and organized.

“Everything had a place, everything had an order, and that’s the key in football,” Krumenacker said of Snyder’s teams. “He treated his players with respect, and in turn, they treated him with respect.”

Throughout his life, Snyder received numerous accolades, including two Unit Citations and recognition from the Firemen’s Association of the State of New York. In 2016, he received a Lifetime Achievement Award from the National Volunteer Fire Council and was named an Honorary Battalion Chief of the FDNY after reaching 50 years of service.

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Farmingdale High School football coach. He served the Wantagh community for over 70 years, leaving a significant impact on both the fire department and local athletics.

Snyder was also a devoted family man, having been married to his wife Mickey for 55 years before her passing in 2006. He was active in his church, serving as a deacon, usher, and lector.

Keith said his father was proud of the community he served, and cared about everyone around him

“He was a great man and, in particular, a great person in so many ways,” Keith said. “He touched thousands of lives.”

Courtesy Wantagh Fire Department

Donald E. Snyder, 98, was a dedicated firefighter and

Participants competed in a 1.2-mile swim in Zach’s Bay as part of the triathlon.

Ironman draws thousands to Jones Beach

Jones Beach State Park hosted the second annual IRONMAN 70.3 New York on Saturday, Sept. 28.

The sold-out event featured around 4,000 athletes who competed in a 1.2-mile swim in Zach’s Bay, a 56-mile bike ride along the Wantagh State Parkway, and a 13.1mile run on the Jones Beach Boardwalk. Despite windy and rainy conditions, participants completed the triathlon with the support of volunteers and spectators.

Northeast College of Health Sciences was among the event’s supporters, with student clerks and faculty from the Long Island Campus in Levittown providing free chiropractic care at the finish line. Assistant Dean of Clinical Education Daryon Ray, who also serves as the interim director at the Levittown Health Center,

wrote in a news release on the importance of their services.

“Providing adjustments, therapeutic massage, and helping athletes stretch out was a vital component for many who were in pain at the end of the event,” Ray wrote in a news release.

The college’s team included 25 members from both the Long Island and Seneca Falls campuses. They treated over 100 athletes, offering chiropractic services to help them recover after the grueling race. Dr. Wendy Maneri, Dean of Clinical Education, and several other faculty members supported the students during the event.

The next Ironman is scheduled to return to Jones Beach on Sept. 20, 2025.

— Charles Shaw

Doel pedals her way through the

Mike Monahan/Herald photos

CJ Nuess takes a plunge in the water during the IRONMAN 70.3 at Jones Beach State Park.

Matthew Nussbaum gets ready for a 56-mile bike ride along the Wantagh State Parkway as part of the triathlon.

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bike ride.

Despite the rain, athletes pushed through to compete in the Jones Beach triathlon.

STEPPING OUT

Fl!ppin’ out at the circus

It’s all a thrill with daredevils under the Big Top

By Danielle Schwab

The Big Top has sprung up on Long Island once again for a Fl!p Circus spectacular that brings audiences up close to the action.

The circus spectacle, which wowed audiences here earlier in the spring, brings its intimate Big Top experience back, now through Oct. 15, to Hicksville’s Broadway Commons.

Fl!p Circus was started by the Vazquez family, a long line of circus performers dating back over 50 years. Its older counterpart, the Circus Vazquez, originated in Mexico City in 1969 and has since ventured to the U.S.

While Circus Vazquez has one of the largest tents in America, Fl!p Circus has one of the smallest with around 800 seats. It brings a refreshing, more intimate look at the circus experience with no seat more than 50 feet from the ring.

“It makes it very different and very unique. We wanted to create a show that appealed more to the traditional side of the circus,” says Alexa Vazquez, a fourth-generation performer.

“The seats are made for a 360-degree view, so wherever

• Now through Oct. 15

• Weekdays, 7 p.m.; Saturday, 1 and 4 p.m.; Sunday, noon, 3 p.m., 6 p.m.

• Tickets start at $50 adult, $30 children; available at flipcircus.com or can be purchased in person at box office

• Broadway Commons, 358 N. Broadway, Hicksville

you’re sitting, you’re getting the best view. You feel like a part of the performance,” she continues.

Training since she was 15, Vazquez showcases her acrobatic skills in her mesmerizing Hula Hoop gymnastics act. She weaves various hoops together simultaneously, including a giant hoop, the Cyr Wheel.

“It’s something where, if you lose concentration very quickly, it can go very wrong,” Vazquez explains.

“But at the same time it’s fun because people see a gigantic wheel, but then they see a smaller one. It’s confusing for them, but fun at the same time.”

Fl!p Circus takes traditional acts and gives them a contemporary twist with — in the grand circus tradition — an international flair. Jugglers, trapeze artists and daredevils from throughout the world — including Brazil, India, Chile, Ukraine, the Czech Republic, Mexico, and the U.S. — live and travel together from location to location.

That global flavor is led by Brazil’s favorite clown, Bubi Guiner, who brings his classic comedic routines and side-splitting antics to the U.S. for the first time. He may even invite you on stage as part of the show.

From India, watch as Hasan Ansari thrills audiences with his flexibility, performing body-bending maneuvers on a wooden pole, leaving you wondering how a human body can do that. Ukraine’s Anastasia & Misha present a stunningly synchronized and poetic presentation of dance and acrobatics. Also Pavel Valla Bertini, a fifth-generation performer from the Czech Republic, keeps everyone on the edge of their seats

with his unparalleled one, three and even 15-wheeled unicycle skills.

Others delight audiences with their fast-paced juggling skills, energetic roller skating feats, graceful dancing and acrobatics.

There’s always something new to enjoy, no matter how many times you go, according to Vasquez.

“Every year that it comes to town, you’re going to see a different show,” she says.

Every act brings a different culture to the stage. Each is accompanied by a special musical score, played by the Fl!p Circus Band. The versatile soundtrack ranges from classic instrumental to upbeat rock.

“I always like to say, with Flip to expect the unexpected,” says Vazquez. “As you walk into the stands — (with) the music, the lights, and the way the atmosphere is set — you’re inside a different world, and it’s something that you have to experience yourself.”

And, of course, there’s an assortment of tasty circus treats to munch on from the concession stand.

Capturing over 200 years of circus tradition into high-energy show, Fl!p Circus invites everyone to immerse themselves in the experience.

“We just want the audience to enjoy the show, and we want them to be transformed into what we’re doing,” says Vasquez. “We want the audience, when they come in, to feel welcome, to feel like they’re a part of the family.”

Tom Colicchio on ‘why he cooks’

Get an unprecedented insights into the life of one of America’s top chefs when Tom Colicchio brings his “Why I Cook” book tour to the Paramount stage. Part memoir-part cookbook, Colicchio’s newest book shares an exclusive look inside the mind and kitchen of the beloved multiple-Awardwinning chef, restaurateur, and television personality. Colicchio cooked his first recipe at 13-yearsold — a stuffed eggplant from an issue of Cuisine magazine that he picked up out of boredom — and it changed his life. Through 10 memoir chapters and 60 recipes, “Why I Cook” shares Colicchio’s personal reflections of more than 40 years behind the stove. From pre-dawn fishing excursions with his grandfather to running the flat-top at the snack shack of the local swim club, to finding his way as a young chef in New York City, into Tom’s life yet.

Saturday, Oct. 12, 2 p.m.$95, $65, $54, $35. The Paramount, 370 New York Ave., Huntington. Tickets available at ticketmaster.com or paramountny.com.

Anthony Pascal and Anthony Rapp

Get ready to be swept away with Adam Pascal and Anthony Rapp, the original stars of “Rent.” Their enduring friendship, spanning three decades, forms the heart and soul of this duo show, promising an evening filled with music, anecdotes and laughter. Pascal and Rapp’s friendship and history create an unforgettable evening of music, stories and fun. Expect songs from highlights throughout their careers, music that has influenced their lives, and of course some of the iconic hits from where it all began — meeting on the stage of “Rent.” Jonathan Larson’s iconic show, remains an international phenomenon, contuing a trajectory that began with it’s Off-Broadway opening all those years ago.

Thursday, Oct. 17, 7:30 p.m. $69, $64, $54. Jeanne Rimsky Theater at Landmark on Main Street, 232 Main St., Port Washington. Visit landmarkonmainstreet.org for tickets and information, or call (516) 7676444.

Photos courtesy Fl!p Circus Modern yet vintage describes the Fl!p Circus experience.

THE Your Neighborhood

Steve Martin and Martin Short

Icons, collaborators and dos amigos Steve Martin and Martin Short have a relationship that’s evolved in unexpected ways since their SNL days. Their comic prowess has surely reached new heights since their involvement in Hulu’s smash hit “Only Murders in the Building.” The pair takes another comic turn as special guest performers at Tilles Center’s 2024 Gala, Saturday, oct. 19, 8:30 p.m. These two funnyman display their impeccable talents as “The Dukes of Funnytown!” — a show that redefines the form in unexpected and profound ways, from two of the most influential and acclaimed talents of the past century.

Their humor is often subversive, but it is always a joyous self-deprecating romp from two comedy masters driven to make each other laugh as much as the audience. The jokes come at you at a rapidfire pace with little set-up and big punch lines as they mock Hollywood and the fickle nature of celebrity, but the comedy truly soars when they lovingly (and relentlessly) roast each other. Martin and Short’s chemistry and timing on stage reflects a friendship forged over three decades which developed when they met for the first time on the set of the 1986 film “Three Amigos.” These two titans of comedy have been touring together since 2015, when they launched their first live show entitled “A Very Stupid Conversation.” Tickets start at $70. Tilles Center for the Performing Arts, LIU Post campus, 720 Northern Boulevard, Brookville. Tickets available at TillesCenter.org or (516) 299-3100.

‘The Birthday Party’

Looking for something to do this Halloween season that isn’t just for kids? Visit Sands Point Preserve for an exclusive, immersive theatrical production, “The Birthday Party,” held in a secluded, opulent mansion, Saturday, oct. 12, 7-8:30 p.m. and 9-10:30 p.m.; also oct. 18-19, oct. 25, oct. 31, and Nov. 1. For those who attended Archie’s last “Birthday Party,” rest assured, there are new surprises in store. Guests will be blindfolded and escorted to a secret location on the property, Villa Vanitas, to celebrate the enigmatic Lord Archibald Axel Von Finkelshorn Chatterton’s 30th birthday. He is a witless charmer on the cusp of a life-changing revelation, and everyone’s invited to witness his journey on a night that promises to be unforgettable and delightfully unpredictable. Cocktail attire preferred. $175 per person. Sands Point Preserve, 127 Middle Neck Road. For information, visit SandsPointPreserveConservancy. org or call (516) 571-7901.

Community Yizkor service

Join Congregation Beth Tikvah for a Community Yizkor Service, free and open to the community, Saturday, oct. 12, 2:30 p.m. This service will be led by Rabbi Moshe P. Weisblum, in the congregation’s Sanctuary. 3710 Woodbine Ave. To RSVP, call the office at (516) 785-2445.

Bingo at Temple B’nai Torah

Temple B’nai Torah hosts a fun-filled bingo session, every Wednesday, 10:30 a.m.-1 p.m., and every Thursday, 7:15 -10 p.m. Prizes, progressive games and refreshments available. 2900 Jerusalem Ave., in Wantagh. For more information, call (516) 221-2370.

Vendors wanted for Holiday Shopping Day

Congregation Beth Tikvah Sisterhood is seeking vendors for its Holiday Shopping Day on Sunday, dec. 8, 10 a.m.- 4 p.m. The event will be held in a secure, heated indoor space. Vendors can rent space at reasonable rates to sell apparel, jewelry, housewares, collectibles, seasonal items, crafts, and more. 3710 Woodbine Ave. For more information or to inquire about selling, email CBTWantaghHolidayShop@ gmail.com.

Spooky Fest is back

A Halloween experience not to be missed, Spooky Fest is an outdoor adventure perfect for families, whether you want to be scared — or prefer seasonal fun of the non-scary kind. Join in the fun at the Center for Science, Teaching and Learning, every Friday, Saturday and Sunday throughout October. Along the way in the updated and beautifully lit up Enchanted Walk you will see dinosaurs, aliens and friendly witches, costumed characters and more, including the Mystical Garden. Get your fortune told, make a craft and dance with the Halloween DJ, along with face painting and the Amazing Glow tent. For those who want a scare, venture into the Haunted Woods, where zombies and dinosaurs hang out. Admission starts at $22. 1450 Tanglewood Road, Rockville Centre. Visit CSTL.org for call (516) 7640045 for more information.

Adelphi’s Best of Broadway: Decades

Jump into the dazzling world of Broadway as Adelphi’s talented students bring to life the magic of shows that opened 10, 20, 30 or more years ago, Sunday, Oct. 20, 4 p.m. Enjoy modern and classic Broadway hits from shows like “Suffs” (2024); “Beautiful: The Carole King Musical” (2014); “Sunday in the Park with George” (1984) and “Anything Goes” (1934). Adelphi University Performing Arts Center, 1 South Ave., Garden City. (516) 877-4000 or Adelphi. edu/pac.

Fall Festival Block Party

Mulcahy’s Pub and Concert Hall hosts a block party on Railroad Avenue in Wantagh, Sunday, Oct. 13, noon-6 p.m. This free event includes entertainment, food trucks, bounce house, pumpkin patch and unique, fall-themed vendors. Rain date is Oct. 14.

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, Oct. 12, 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.

Tribute concert

Plaza Theatricals’ tribute series continues, Sunday, Oct 20, 2:30 p.m., with Shades of Grey. From his best-remembered role as the iconic Master of Ceremonies in “Cabaret,”both on Broadway and in the film version, to his more recent portrayal as the Wizard of Oz in “Wicked,” Joel Grey continues to entertain audiences of all ages. And now, continuing his own tradition of creating unique and memorable performances, Bob Spiotto takes to the boards once again, in both story and song, to educate and entertain, as he pays tribute to this legendary performer. See the concert at 700 Hempstead Tpke., Elmont. $40, $35 seniors. Elmont. For tickets, call (516) 599-6870 or visit PlazaTheatrical.com.

Game time

Enjoy Mah Jongg and Canasta, every Thursday, noon to 4 p.m., at Congregation Beth Tikvah, $5 contribution, no outside food, as snacks and drinks will be supplied. Bring your games and cards, lessons available. 3710 Woodbine Ave., Wantagh. For more information, email mahjonggCBT@ yahoo.com or call (516) 785-2445.

Honoring Long Island’s best in health care

By Melissa Berman

Health care professionals traded their scrubs and lab coats for suits and cocktail dresses at the third annual Herald Excellence in Healthcare Awards at the Heritage Club, in Bethpage, on Sept. 18, which honored the best in their field.

The event, organized by the RichnerLIVE team at the Long Island Herald, drew more than 300 attendees, and recognized more than 10 health care professions.

“Tonight is not only a celebration of achievement, but also a sincere expression of gratitude to those who tirelessly safeguard the health and well being of our community,” Amy Amato, Richner Communications’ executive director of corporate relations and events, said. “Your dedication, resilience and passion are truly inspiring.”

Awards were presented to 46 health professionals, including three special honors: Distinguished Visionary, Organization of Excellence and Excellence in Nursing Advocacy.

“From dedicated doctors and nurses to visionary hospital executives and inspiring educators, these honorees are the backbone of our communities’ health,” Stuart Richner, chief executive of Richner Communications, said.

Michelle Ballan, of the Stony Brook University Health Sciences Center, who received an Excellence in Healthcare award, expressed her gratitude for being recognized for her hard work.

“It’s a tremendous honor to be here and to be celebrated, because I’m just a liaison for individuals with disabilities to eradicate and minimize the health care disparities that exist in different settings,” Ballan said. “To be honored for the health care award, it’s really just an extension of the work that my team does for individuals with disabilities, who are the true experts.”

Having worked in the home care field for 20 years, Joseph Verdirame, CEO of Alliance Homecare/TrustHouse, has learned that there are no shortcuts, and you need to provide exceptional care for the patient, he said.

“We’ve spent a lot of time building and developing our business model to really enhance the way home care is provided in the industry,” Verdirame, who also won the Excellence in Healthcare award, said. “We’re very proud of what we’ve accomplished today for all the work we’ve put in.”

According to Luis Fandos, of Alluring Age: Anti-Aging and Wellness Center, who won an Excellence in Healthcare award, it was a dream come true to be honored, and he finally feels that all the effort, sweat and tears he put into his work has come to fruition.

“When you have other people recognize what you do, and appreciate that, it’s priceless,” Fandos said.

The keynote speaker was Stanley M. Bergman, chairman of the board and chief executive officer of Henry Schein and the winner of the Distinguished Visionary Award. “Health care is local, and it is critical that we maintain an outstanding quality of health care system here on Long Island,” Bergman said, and

told the crowd, “Thank you for what you do, being amongst the nation’s best health care systems.”

The major sponsors of the awards included Alliance Homecare, Henry Schein, Nassau University Medical Center, the New York State Nurses Association, Northwell Orthopedics, Stony Brook Medicine, The Aspen Group and Trusthouse.

Muriel Donnelly, VP of PR at Parker Jewish Institute for Health Care and Rehabilitation, with Stuart Richner of Richner Communications.

Honoree Jennifer Lazzaro, of Hearing and Brain Centers of America, Long Island.

Honoree Denis Nankervis, of Peconic Bay Medical Center Northwell Health.

Honoree Dr. Howard Goodman, the Long Island Weight Loss Doctor, with Jessica Kleiman of the Long Island Herald.

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Honoree Michelle Ballan, of Stony Brook University Health Sciences Center, with her family and friends.

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Honoree John McGuigan, of AHRC Suffolk, right, with Stuart Richner.

Honoree Dr. Brian Mayrsohn, of Maywell Health.

Dr. Jill Kaman, of the Donald and Barbara Zucker School of Medicine at Hofstra/Northwell.

Keynote and Distinguished Visionary recipient Stanley Bergman, of Henry Schein.

Honorees Roxanne Carfora, of AgelessMD, and Dr. Luis Fandos, of Alluring Age: Anti-Aging and Wellness Center.

Honorees from Aspen Dental, Lina Patino, DDS, and Roumiana Tzvetkova, DMD.

Honoree Megan C. Ryan, of Nassau University Medical Center.

Honoree Catherine Canadeo, center, of Catherine Canadeo Health & Wellness Corp.

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Dr. Todd J. Cohen, of New York Institute of Technology College of Osteopathic Medicine.

Melissa Schachter, of the Speech Language Place.

Public Notices

LEGAL NOTICE

SUMMONS AND NOTICE OF OBJECT OF ACTION STATE OF NEW YORK

SUPREME COURT: COUNTY OF NASSAU ACTION TO FORECLOSE A TAX LIEN INDEX NO.: 606860/2023, CHRISTIANA TRUST AS CUSTODIAN FOR GSRANZ LLC, Plaintiff, vs. THE UNKNOWN HEIRS, LEGATEES, DEVISEES AND/OR

REPRESENTATIVES OF LEA ELLEN DEMAILLE AND ALL PERSONS THAT MAY CLAIM AN INTEREST IN THE PROPERTY REFERRED TO IN THE COMPLAINT BY, THROUGH OR UNDER ANY OF THE FOREGOING (THE AFORESAID UNKNOWN HEIRS, LEGATEES, DEVISEES AND/OR REPRESENTATIVES BEING ALL SUCH HEIRS, LEGATEES, DEVISEES AND/OR REPRESENTATIVES OTHER THAN THOSE SPECIFICALLY NAMED AS A DEFENDANT HEREINTHE IDENTITY AND ADDRESSES OF ALL THE FOREGOING NOT BEING KNOWN TO PLAINTIFF), Defendants. PREMISES SUBJECT TO TAX LIEN: 1701 Cornelius Ave., Wantagh, NY 11793, Section 56, Block 267, Lot 196. TO THE ABOVE NAMED DEFENDANTS: YOU ARE HEREBY SUMMONED to answer the complaint in this action, to serve a copy of your answer, or, if the complaint is not served with the summons, to serve notice of appearance, on the plaintiff’s attorney within twenty (20) days after the service of this summons, exc1usive of the date of service (or within thirty (30) days after the service is complete if this summons is not personally delivered to you within the State of New York), and in case of failure to appear or answer, judgment will be taken against you by default for the relief demanded in the complaint. Plaintiff designates Nassau County as the place of trial. The basis of venue is the location of the subject property. NOTICE-YOU ARE IN DANGER OF LOSING YOUR HOME. If you do not respond to this summons and complaint by serving a copy of the answer on the attorney for the tax lien holder who filed this foreclosure proceeding against you and filing the answer with the court, a default judgment may be entered and you can lose your home. Speak to an attorney or go to the court where your case is pending for further information on how to answer the summons and protect your property. Sending a payment to the tax lien holder will not stop this foreclosure action. YOU MUST

RESPOND BY SERVING A COPY OF THE ANSWER ON THE ATTORNEY FOR THE PLAINTIFF (TAX LIEN HOLDER) AND FILING THE ANSWER WITH THE COURT.

Dated: September 23, 2024. Michael Ehrenreich, Attorney for Plaintiff, 555 Willow Ave., Cedarhurst, NY, (516) 942-4216. The foregoing summons is served upon you by publication pursuant to an order of HON. CONRAD D. SINGER of the Supreme Court of the State of New York, dated September 12, 2024. Such order and the Complaint in this action are filed in the office of the Nassau County Clerk, in Mineola, NY. The object of this action is to foreclose a tax lien on the premises identified above. 149188

LEGAL NOTICE NOTICE OF SALE SUPREME COURT COUNTY OF NASSAU CITIBANK, N.A. AS OWNER TRUSTEE OF NEW RESIDENTIAL MORTGAGE LOAN TRUST 2016-3, Plaintiff AGAINST ANDRE HUNTER, TERRI HUNTER, ET AL., Defendant(s) Pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale duly entered August 12, 2019, I, the undersigned Referee will sell at public auction at the North Side steps of the Nassau County Supreme Court, 100 Supreme Court Drive, Mineola, NY 11501 on November 7, 2024 at 2:00PM, premises known as 1360 Oakfield Avenue, Wantagh, NY 11793. All that certain plot piece or parcel of land, with the buildings and improvements erected, situate, lying and being at North Bellmore, in the Town of Hempstead, County of Nassau, and State of New York, Section 56, Block 477, Lot 8. Approximate amount of judgment $670,771.73 plus interest and costs. Premises will be sold subject to provisions of filed Judgment Index #002557/2017. The aforementioned auction will be conducted in accordance with the NASSAU County COVID-19 mitigation protocols and as such all persons must comply with social distancing, wearing masks and screening practices in effect at the time of this foreclosure sale. If proper social distancing cannot be maintained or there are other health or safety concerns, then the court appointed referee will cancel the foreclosure auction. Foreclosure Auctions will be held “Rain or Shine”. Janine T. Lynam, Esq., Referee Gross Polowy, LLC 1775 Wehrle Drive Williamsville, NY 14221 16-006604 82524 149376

LEGAL NOTICE NOTICE OF SALE SUPREME COURTCOUNTY OF NASSAU

U.S. BANK N.A., AS TRUSTEE FOR THE REGISTERED HOLDERS OF MASTR ASSET BACKED SECURITIES TRUST 2006-AM3, MORTGAGE PASS-THROUGH CERTIFICATES, SERIES 2006-AM3. Plaintiff, Against JANE JOFFE A/K/A JANE C. JOFFE, ET AL., Defendant(s)

Pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale, duly entered 03/28/2024, 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 11/14/2024 at 2:00PM, premises known as 2 Radial Lane, Levittown, New York 11756, And Described As Follows: ALL that certain plot piece or parcel of land, with the buildings and improvements thereon erected, situate, lying and being at Levittown, in the Town of Hempstead, Nassau County, State of New York.

Section 51 Block 392 Lot 1 The approximate amount of the current Judgment lien is $858,645.04 plus interest and costs. The Premises will be sold subject to provisions of the aforesaid Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale; Index # 605696/2018 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.

Karl C. Seman, Esq., Referee.

MCCABE, WEISBERG & CONWAY, LLC, 10 Midland Avenue, Suite 205, Port Chester, NY 10573

Dated: 9/9/24 File Number: 18-302173 SH 149396

LEGAL NOTICE

SUPREME COURTCOUNTY OF NASSAU. CITIMORTGAGE, INC., SUCCESSOR BY MERGER TO ABN AMRO

MORTGAGE GROUP, INC., Plaintiff -againstJAMES T. HARING, if he be living and if he be dead, etc..., et al Defendant(s). Pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered herein and dated July 17, 2023, I, the undersigned Referee will sell at public auction on the North Side steps of the Nassau County Supreme Court “Rain or Shine” located at 100 Supreme Court Drive, Mineola, NY on October 23, 2024 at 2:30 p.m. premises

situate, lying and being at Wantagh, Town of Hempstead, County of Nassau and State of New York, bounded and described as follows: BEGINNING at a point on the westerly side of Cornelius Avenue, distant 96 feet southerly from the corner formed by the intersection of the westerly side of Cornelius Avenue with the southerly side of Valentine Place; RUNNING THENCE southerly along the westerly side of Cornelius Avenue, 15 feet; THENCE Westerly at right angles to Cornelius Avenue 159 feet; THENCE southerly on a line forming an interior angle of 270 degrees with the preceding course, 81 feet; THENCE westerly at right angle to the preceding course, 66 feet; THENCE northerly at right angle to the preceding course, 96 feet; THENCE easterly at right angles to Cornelius Avenue 225 feet to the westerly side of Cornelius Avenue at the point or place of BEGINNING. Section: 56 Block: 411 Lot: 408 All bidders must wear a face mask/shield at all times and social distancing must be observed by all bidders at all times. Bidders who do not comply with the face mask and/or the social distancing mandate will be removed from the auction.

Said premises known as 1728 CORNELIUS AVENUE, WANTAGH, NY 11793

Approximate amount of lien $296,757.45 plus interest & costs. Premises will be sold subject to provisions of filed Judgment and Terms of Sale. If the sale is set aside for any reason, the Purchaser at the sale shall be entitled only to a return of the deposit paid. The Purchaser shall have no further recourse against the Mortgagor, the Mortgagee or the Mortgagee’s attorney. Index Number 15593/2013.

STEPHEN FROMMER, ESQ., Referee

David A. Gallo & Associates LLP Attorney(s) for Plaintiff 47 Hillside Avenue, 2nd Floor, Manhasset, NY 11030 File# 5025.1158 {* WANTAGH*} 148957

Pursuant to an Order Confirming Referee’s Report and Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale duly entered on June 26, 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 22, 2024 at 2:00 p.m., premises known as 214 North Fifth Street, Bethpage, NY 11714. All that certain plot, piece or parcel of land, with the buildings and improvements thereon erected, situate, lying and being in the Town of Oyster Bay, County of Nassau and State of New York, Section 46, Block 51 and Lots 27-29. Approximate amount of judgment is $450,559.69 plus interest and costs. Premises will be sold subject to provisions of filed Judgment Index #601822/2020. Cash will not be accepted.

Richard L. Farley, Esq., Referee Knuckles & Manfro, LLP, 120 White Plains Road, Suite 215, Tarrytown, New York 10591, Attorneys for Plaintiff 149008

LEGAL NOTICE STATE OF NEW YORK SUPREME COURT COUNTY OF NASSAU ______ MIDFIRST BANK Plaintiff, vs. Any unknown heirs to the Estate of ANTHONY PASCUCCI, SR. next of kin, devisees, legatees, distributees, grantees, assignees, creditors, lienors, trustees, executors, administrators or successors in interest, as well as the respective heirs at law, next of kin, devisees, legatees, distributees, grantees, assignees, lienors, trustees, executors, administrators or successors in interest of the aforesaid classes of persons, if they or any of them be dead, all of whom and whose names and places of residence are unknown to the plaintiff; SARA PASCUCCI; ANTHONY PASCUCCI, JR.; MELVILLE SURGERY CENTER LLC; NEW YORK STATE DEPARTMENT OF TAXATION AND FINANCE; UNITED STATES OF AMERICA O/B/O INTERNAL REVENUE SERVICE; and “JOHN DOE” and “MARY DOE,” Defendants. _____ Filed: 09/28/2023 Index No.: 615761/2023 SUMMONS Mortgaged Premises: 35 Berkshire Road Bethpage,

(Town of Oyster Bay) NY 11714 TO THE ABOVE NAMED DEFENDANTS: TO THE ABOVE NAMED DEFENDANTS: YOU ARE HEREBY SUMMONED to answer the Complaint in the above entitled action and to serve a copy of your Answer on Plaintiff’s attorney within twenty (20) days after the service of this Summons, exclusive of the day of service, or within thirty (30) days after completion of service where service is made in any other manner than by personal delivery within the State. The United States of America, if designated as a Defendant in this action, may answer or appear within sixty (60) days of service hereof. In case of your failure to appear or answer, judgment will be taken against you by default for the relief demanded in the Complaint. NOTICE OF NATURE OF ACTION AND RELIEF SOUGHT THE OBJECT of the above captioned action is for the foreclosure of: Mortgage bearing the date of April 30, 2015, executed by Rosa Pascucci and Anthony Pascucci Sr., wife and husband, and Concetta Pascucci, an unmarried woman to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc. (“MERS”), as mortgagee, as nominee for Envoy Mortgage, LTD. to secure the sum of $422,211.00, and interest, and recorded in the Office of the Clerk of Nassau County on May 8, 2015 in Liber Book: M 40396 Page: 674. That Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as Nominee for Envoy Mortgage, LTD duly assigned said Note and Mortgage to Roundpoint Mortgage Servicing Corporation by Assignment dated June 13, 2018 and recorded on June 29, 2018 in the Office of the Clerk of Nassau County in Instrument No.: 2018-57164 Volume: 42916 Page: 700. Loan Modification bearing the date of January 3, 2019, executed by Rosa Pascucci and Anthony Pascucci Sr., wife and husband, and Concetta Pascucci, an unmarried woman to Roundpoint Mortgage Servicing Corporation to secure the sum of $487,274.66, with interest, and recorded in the Office of the Clerk of Nassau County on February 5, 2019 in Instrument No.: 2019-11586 Volume:

43282 Page: 813. That Roundpoint Mortgage Servicing Corporation duly assigned said Note and Mortgage to Freedom Mortgage Corporation by Assignment dated November 24, 2020 and recorded on December 2, 2020 in the Office of the Clerk of Nassau County in Instrument No.: 2020-116108 Volume: 44778 Page: 789. That Roundpoint Mortgage Servicing Corporation duly assigned said Note and Mortgage to Freedom Mortgage Corporation by Correction Assignment dated August 14, 2023 and recorded on September 7, 2023 in the Office of the Clerk of Nassau County in Instrument No.: 2023-52998 Volume: 47269 Page: 288. That Freedom Mortgage Corporation duly assigned said Note and Mortgage to U.S. Bank National Association, not in its individual capacity but solely as Trustee for RMTP Trust, Series 2021 Cottage-TT-V by Assignment dated February 8, 2022 and recorded on April 6, 2022 in the Office of the Clerk of Nassau County in Instrument No.: 2022-41342 Volume: 46506 Page: 410. That U.S. Bank National Association, not in its individual capacity but solely as Legal Title Trustee for RMTP Trust, Series 2021 Cottage-TT-V duly assigned said Note and Mortgage to MidFirst Bank, a federally chartered savings association by Assignment dated April 6, 2023 and recorded on April 21, 2023 in the Office of the Clerk of Nassau County in Instrument No.: 2023-23736 Volume: 47120 Page: 254. The relief sought in the within action is a final judgment directing the sale of the Mortgaged Premises described above to satisfy the debt secured by the Mortgage described above. Plaintiff designates Nassau County as the place of trial. The basis of venue is the County in which the Mortgaged Premises is situated. Section:46 Block:421 Lot:4

DATED:September 13, 2024 Rochester, New York NOTICE YOU ARE IN DANGER OF LOSING YOUR HOME If you do not respond to this summons and complaint by serving a copy of the answer on the attorney

for the Mortgage company who filed this foreclosure proceeding against you and filing the answer with the court, a default judgment may be entered and you can lose your home. Speak to an attorney or go to the court where your case is pending for further information on how to answer the summons and protect your property. Sending a payment to your Mortgage company will not stop this foreclosure action. YOU MUST RESPOND BY SERVING A COPY OF THE ANSWER ON THE ATTORNEY FOR THE PLAINTIFF (MORTGAGE COMPANY) AND FILING THE ANSWER WITH THE COURT. WE ARE ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. SCHEDULE A LEGAL DESCRIPTION ALL that certain plot, piece or parcel of land, situate, lying and being in the Town of Oyster Bay, County of Nassau and State of New York, known and designated as and by Lot Number 4, Block 421, on a certain map entitled, “Map of Village Homes, Section 3, situate at Bethpage, Town of Oyster Bay, Nassau County, N.Y.”, June 1949, Bartlett, Ludlen & Dill, 89 Montague Street, Brooklyn, N.Y.” filed in the Office of the Clerk of Nassau County on March 22nd, 1950 as Map No. 4895, bounded and described as follows: BEGINNING at a point on the northerly side of Berkshire Road, distant 140.50 feet easterly from the easterly end of the curve, which curve connects the northerly side of Berkshire Road with the easterly side of Norfolk Lane, and from said point of beginning; RUNNING THENCE North 30 degrees 15 minutes 38 seconds East, a distance of 100 feet; THENCE South 59 degrees 44 minutes 22 seconds East, a distance of 63.57 feet; THENCE South 30 degrees 15 minutes 38 seconds West, a distance of 100 feet to the northerly side of Berkshire Road; THENCE North 59 degrees 44 minutes 22 seconds West, a distance of 63.57 feet to the point or place of BEGINNING. 149114

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SUPREME COURT COUNTY OF NASSAU, US BANK TRUST NATIONAL ASSOCIATION, NOT IN ITS INDIVIDUAL CAPACTY BUT SOLELY AS OWNER TRUSTEE FOR VRMTG ASSET TRUST, Plaintiff, vs. JESSICA X. VALENCIA A/K/A JESSICA VALENCIA, ET AL., Defendant(s).

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Should we avoid cedar for siding, too?

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Q. We want to replace our cedar siding, and you wrote about not using cedar. Is that just for decks, or also for siding? Our community in Massachusetts insists on cedar siding, but has been accepting lookalikes if they meet their appearance standards at the community review. It wouldn’t make sense for us to consider cedar if it’s as much of a problem as you stated. Please let us know your opinion on what we should do, since we want to try to get the siding done before the winter.

A. In my column, answering the question about decks, I wrote that I don’t recommend cedar as either a structural material or finish board material because of its instability and maintenance issues, for decks, specifically. Natural wood is more reactive to the environment, because it used to be in the middle of a tree, and wasn’t intended to be exposed to the weather in its natural state.

The stronger, solid hardwoods are less reactive, but cedar is a soft wood that easily expands and contracts. Although it’s resistant to insects, it doesn’t last as long as other products. As a siding material, it’s not as big a problem, and it’s reminiscent of the original New England historical architecture it was employed for. It’s very attractive, and the issue of stability and durability is different for its use as a siding material.

There are two basic kinds of natural cedar siding, cedar shakes and cedar shingles. Shingles are cut with blades and shaped uniformly, while shakes, also called “split” shakes, are cut to size at double the thickness (or more) and then split in half. That mimics the rustic and non-uniform look our first settlers developed for making the homes and meeting houses they constructed as weatherresistant as they could manage. The techniques and original tools are still used today.

You may want to reconsider when to do the work, whichever style you choose, because cedar is generally harvested in the winter and early spring, and you’ll get better-quality material to work with in the spring than in the fall. The reason the wood is harvested when it is is because the ground around cedar trees is boggy and swampy, and heavy equipment can’t get to the trees until the ground is hard and stable. (Incidentally, foresting requirements dictate that for every tree harvested, two trees must be planted, and about 1 percent of all cedar trees are taken in a season, meaning there will be plenty of cedar for you when you need it.)

Make sure you have an installer who knows to use a waterproofing membrane and drainage filter fabric first, before the cedar is applied, so the shingles or shakes don’t constantly sit against a wet wall after they’re attached. The original settlers understood this, and used strips of cedar to keep the shakes off the wall to drain and dry. Wetting and drying cycles cause accelerated decay. Good luck!

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Remembering a cherished friendship with Nelson DeMille

The bestselling, superbly gifted novelist Nelson DeMille recently died. The author of 23 books, including 17 bestsellers, DeMille was so much more than a brilliant writer. He was first and foremost an outstanding human being and a loyal friend.

The first book of his that I read was “Cathedral,” in the early 1980s. It was a gripping tale of an attack on the St. Patrick’s Day Parade and St. Patrick’s Cathedral. I was hooked. Among all of Demille’s books, I found “Gold Coast,” a satiric depiction of Long Island’s North Shore, to be a true classic. My wife, Rosemary, became an almost obsessive reader of his works.

I didn’t actually meet DeMille until the early 2000s, when I was privileged to be invited to several lunches hosted by Mets owner Fred Wilpon and New York jurist Sol Wachtler at which DeMille was also a guest. I was struck immediately by what a regular guy he was. Totally unassuming and down-to-earth. Humorous. Extremely intelligent, and

knowledgeable on so many topics. Never once telling us how many bestsellers he authored, or mentioning his service in Vietnam as an infantry commander, for which he was awarded a Bronze Star.

Those early gatherings opened the way for lunches, dinners and social gatherings at which Rosemary and I would see Nelson and his wife, Sandy, as well as get-togethers he and I would have with guys we each knew. I distinctly recall the wonderful evening Rosemary and I enjoyed at DeMille’s home, celebrating his 75th birthday with his family and a multitude of friends.

TRosemary, who, in what turned out to be Sandy’s final social event, invited her to a formal congressional lunch in Washington honoring then first lady Melania Trump.

That evening, Sandy joined Rosemary, our daughter, Erin, and me for dinner at a Capitol Hill restaurant, and she was as outgoing and upbeat as ever. Just months later, in September 2018, she died. As devastated as he was, Nelson never showed even the slightest bit of self-pity.

he bestselling author was still the blue-collar guy who grew up in Elmont.

Conversations with him ran the gamut of his varied interests, including dedication to his family and his concern for others. Nothing was more saddening or distressing than when Sandy, a nonsmoker, was stricken with lung cancer. The years following her diagnosis in 2014 were marked by peaks of hope, but then by the darkest valley in 2018, when Sandy succumbed after waging a courageous, uncomplaining struggle.

She was an absolute delight to be with. Intelligent and always upbeat. Sandy was the center of her husband’s life. She was especially friendly with

TRosemary and I continued to get together with DeMille and, if anything, our friendship and admiration for him only deepened. More than ever, I realized that, with all his fame and success, he was, at heart, still the blue-collar guy who grew up in Elmont. Though he moved easily with the socially upscale and the movers and shakers, he very much identified with cops, firefighters, construction workers and military veterans. Those were the people who, through guts and dedication, make our nation work with little recognition or acclaim.

DeMille also never left Long Island. His roots were here, and this was where he stayed.

He continued his literary efforts,

writing, as always, in longhand on yellow legal pads, and rushing feverishly to meet his publisher’s deadlines. His final work was “Blood Line,” published in 2023, which he co-wrote with his son, Alex. Last Oct. 11 I had the privilege of moderating a discussion of “Blood Line” with the two of them before a large audience at LIU Post.

Weeks later, on Oct. 28, Rosemary, and I got together with DeMille at the Paramount, in Huntington, at a reception prior to a performance by Bill O’Reilly and Sid Rosenberg. DeMille was in good spirits, and seemed entirely healthy, but that was the last time we were with him. Soon after, he let us know he was being treated for cancer, but was confident all would be well.

This went on for months. On June 6, Rosemary received an email from him, saying he had just one procedure left, and then we’d be getting together for dinner. That was the last we heard from him. Nelson died of esophageal cancer on Sept. 17.

His wake and funeral, attended by hundreds of admirers and friends, were a celebration of a wonderful man of great accomplishment. He will be missed. Nelson DeMille, R.I.P.

Peter King is a former congressman, and a former chair of the House Committee on Homeland Security. Comments? pking@ liherald.com.

A historic election for all the wrong reasons

his has been a political year like no other in my lifetime. It may be the only year that was dominated by mean-spirited and ugly conduct, all in the name of winning an election. I am not naïve, having run 12 successful campaigns for public office. But the desperate campaign being run by Donald Trump, in his quest for renewed power, will stand out in the history books for many years to come.

Let’s start with this backdrop.

Trump lost the 2020 election by 7 million votes. His years of claims that his success was “stolen” are fake by any measure. He admitted that he was beaten by challenging the election results in Georgia. If you lost an election, why would you be asking the Georgia secretary of state to “find 11,780 votes”? What is sad is that there are millions of Americans who have fallen for that charade.

The second historical event that

taints the Trump re-election effort is the Jan. 6, 2021, riot on Capitol Hill. Trump once told Americans that they shouldn’t believe what they saw with their own eyes. Whether you’re blind or able to see, at Trump’s urging, hundreds of people broke down the doors to the Capitol and destroyed government property, and their actions contributed to the death of five people. That is not my conclusion. It is the findings of countless jurors who heard the facts after weeks and weeks of criminal trials.

Donald Trump’s vision of the nation is depressing and false.

And so, with the blemish of a torrent of facts that would undo any reelection effort, Trump commenced his 2024 campaign. He once claimed he would “drain the swamp,” but instead he has created a new swamp by conducting a campaign heavy with racial undertones, vicious personal attacks and attacks on the American court system.

There have been so many vitriolic assaults that it would take more than one column to adequately describe all of them. One of the current ones that deserves public scorn is his attacks on

the Haitian community in Springfield, Ohio. Despite the pleas of the Republican governor of Ohio, the mayor of Springfield and many other elected officials, both Trump and his running mate, Sen. J.D. Vance, have continued to spread false charges about Haitians eating dogs and cats.

I long ago learned that personal attacks on your opponent don’t get much voter applause. Trump has decided that calling his challenger, Vice President Kamala Harris, “mentally impaired” is a way to get voter support. He also thinks that attacking her appearance is a way to win over skeptical women voters. These tasteless tactics are not the way to get the support of the fast-shrinking independent vote.

One of the winning ways to get voters to be your boosters is to offer solid policy proposals and to give the public a chance to hear your vision for the next 10-plus years. Trump has offered little in way of new ideas, but has Project 2025 as his policy proposal. That 900-plus-page volume, drafted by former officials of his administration, calls for

dismantling the federal government as we know it and turning it over to prescreened loyalists who will complete a menu of bureaucratic horrors. Perhaps the most vexing part of the current Trump effort is his constant harping on what he thinks our country looks like. He describes America as a “failed state.” His vision of the nation is depressing and false. He claims that many thousands of the migrants who have come to America have committed major crimes. Any honest presidential contender would not tear down the country at a time when it wants a leader with a brighter view of the nation. Obviously, my view of the Trump campaign is not a flattering one. Am I a partisan? I have spent all of my life cultivating relationships with my Republican counterparts, and have succeeded because of our mutual respect. But I draw the line when it comes to Donald Trump. I just don’t think he is the true face of America.

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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Calling for fire safety, honoring local volunteers

With Fire Prevention Week — Oct. 6-12 — upon us, it’s important to reflect on the significance of fire safety in our communities, and to recognize the extraordinary contributions of the volunteer firefighters and emergency medical technicians who keep us safe.

These men and women are truly local heroes, but they are also neighbors just a phone call away who risk their lives in hazardous situations that include fires and floods. They should never be taken for granted, and this annual observance serves as a reminder that we all have a role to play in preventing fires and responding to emergencies of all kinds.

There are 71 fire departments in Nassau County — 69 all-volunteer, and two with both professionals and volunteers — along with six volunteer ambulance corps that provide fire, technical rescue and emergency medical help, all serving 1.3 million residents. In Suffolk, more than 125 volunteer fire and EMS agencies serve that county’s population of more than 1.5 million.

Fire Prevention Week is a nationwide campaign aimed at raising awareness of fire hazards and promoting practices that can saves lives. President Calvin Coolidge proclaimed it a national observance in 1925 to commemorate the Great Chicago Fire of 1871, which devastated much of the city and claimed hundreds of lives.

“Smoke Alarms: Make them work for you!” is this year’s theme. The goal is to

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Three of every five home fire deaths occur in properties without working smoke alarms, and the risk of dying in a house fire is cut in half when there are functioning alarms, according to the National Fire Protection Association. This underscores the fact that fire prevention isn’t just about avoiding accidents — it’s about saving lives.

The American Red Cross also stresses the importance of installing smoke alarms. At the organization’s Sound the Alarm events, volunteers install smoke alarms for free. For more information, go to RedCross.org.

Education is paramount, too. Children, adults and seniors benefit from learning how to prevent fires and to respond appropriately if one breaks out. Teaching children not to play with matches, encouraging adults to avoid being distracted while cooking and reminding seniors to be mindful of electrical appliances are just a few essential lessons that can reduce the likelihood of fires.

It’s also important to honor the brave people who respond when fires and other emergencies occur. Volunteer firefighters often juggle full-time jobs and family responsibilities, yet they still make time to respond to calls for help — whether it’s a house fire, a car accident or a medical emergency.

Letter writer defending D’Esposito was ‘splitting hairs’

To the Editor:

In his letter last week, “Is D’Esposito vulnerable to a House probe?” Christopher Kane complained that the Herald owes Congressman Anthony D’Esposito an apology for an article about the hiring of his mistress and the daughter of his fiancée that was headlined “D’Esposito faces ethics probe over hiring.” Kane argued, in part, that D’Esposito didn’t violate any ethics rules because he wasn’t married to his fiancée.

However, according to a Sept. 23 article in The New York Times, “The House code of conduct prohibits members of Congress from employing spouses or relatives, including stepchildren. Though Mr. D’Esposito has never married, congressional ethics experts said that employing a woman akin to his stepdaughter, who shared a home with him, could breach the requirement that members of Congress ‘adhere to the spirit and the letter of the rules.’”

The Times article continued, “A separate provision adopted in the wake of the #MeToo movement explicitly states that lawmakers ‘may not engage in a sexual relationship with any employee of the House who works under the supervision of the member.’”

They undergo extensive training to ensure that they are equipped to handle the myriad dangerous conditions that can arise in an emergency, and they are often the only line of defense when a home catches fire and lives are on the line. It’s no wonder that so many people find firefighters’ dedication so inspiring.

The same is true for volunteer EMTs, who provide critical care during medical emergencies, administering life-saving treatment before a victim can be transported to a hospital. Their swift action and expertise often mean the difference between life and death.

A former Suffolk County volunteer firefighter and EMT who continues to serve as a paid paramedic and a New York City police officer explained why he became a first responder.

“I wanted to participate in something that allowed me to help my neighbors at their most vulnerable points in life, while also providing me with valuable life experience and training,” he told the Herald. “The fire department put me on a path to serve the people and communities that I live and work in, as well as (having) a second family I know would come to my aid should my family or I need it.”

We strongly urge you to be there for your local fire department’s next fundraiser or open house, salute the volunteers at their next holiday parade and, if you’re able, consider becoming one of them.

Although D’Esposito was not married to his fiancée, with whom he was allegedly cohabiting, it appears that in his letter, Kane was doing nothing more than splitting hairs!

Lastly, while he criticizes Laura Gil-

len, who “identifies as a Catholic,” apparently Kane is not that troubled by D’Esposito’s reported affair with a married woman (which ended her marriage) while he was engaged to someone else.

opinions After reforms, NUMC is on the upswing

For decades, Nassau university Medical Center has towered above the landscape, representing our community’s commitment to quality health care — for everyone. Public hospitals across the state face enormous challenges, and NuMC is no different. but as we close in on two years of executing substantial reforms, this irreplaceable institution is proving resilient and improving. at long Island’s largest public safety-net hospital and level 1 trauma center, each year the unwavering dedication of our staff provides $1 billion in services to more than 270,000 patients. Many of those patients are from our most at-risk populations, who can’t afford to pay for care and otherwise wouldn’t receive treatment.

leveraging new financial standards and practices, more-efficient systems and a renewed commitment to the patient and visitor experience, we are proving that we can be a model for success. our dedication to strengthening the foundations of the facility has recently been recognized by top health care organizations.

In august, after a rigorous evalua-

tion, NuMC earned the Joint Commission’s Gold Seal of approval for Hospital accreditation by demonstrating continuous compliance with its high-performance standards. to achieve this accreditation, NuMC underwent an indepth, multi-day, unannounced onsite review by a team that judged compliance standards in several key areas, including patient rights, infection control, surgical services and patient safety.

the hospital received two prestigious awards from the American Heart Association.

Just days later, NuMC’s team was again recognized, receiving two prestigious awards from the american Heart association. the hospital was honored with aHa’s Get With the Guidelines and Mission: lifeline achievement awards, reflecting our team’s adherence to the latest evidence-based treatment guidelines for heart disease and stroke. the aHa also noted that our efforts have led to improved patient outcomes, including more lives saved, shorter recovery times and reduced hospital readmissions. these awards come as we prepare for the construction and opening of a new Cath lab in 2025 that will enable the hospital to perform more lifesaving heart procedures on site. our emergency Room staff also continues to demonstrate excellence and success under the stress of a growing patient population. In September, after an in-depth investigative report by

Letters

Do we really want to be represented by someone who is so ethically challenged?

RobeRt tolle Cedarhurst

Abortion rights must be enshrined in N.Y.’s Constitution

to the editor:

I was unclear about Proposition 1, and my concern grew when I learned that women in states with abortion bans are dying. I wondered if New York’s abortion laws could withstand the radical extremists influencing our Supreme Court, Congress and potentially the White House. Despite Republican assurances against a national abortion ban, I remain skeptical, especially since the Supreme Court previously deemed Roe v. Wade settled law.

Moreover, the G o P made no effort to block the proposed ban on the abortion pill. While an outright abortion ban may not be imminent, without enshrining abortion rights in New York’s Constitution, it’s plausible that there will be attempts to erode women’s rights gradually. For these reasons, it’s crucial to condemn the fearmongering falsehoods spread by the radi-

Newsday on the crisis of long emergency room wait times on long Island, NuMC’s was ranked second out of all hospitals for average patient wait time, despite the fact that we serve more than 65,000 emergency patients each year. these recognitions required strategic planning, rigorous training and a culture of excellence that permeates every level of our organization. our staff of more than 3,600 undergo continuous evaluations and specialized training to ensure that we meet the highest standards of care, which is particularly crucial because we serve a diverse community with unique health needs.

While previous leadership spent money on new executive offices, we’re focusing on enriching the patient experience and expanding our services. We recently extended our onsite clinical office hours on tuesdays and Wednesdays until 9 p.m. for our pediatric, women’s health, general medicine and physical therapy services. Starting this month, we will have Saturday clinic hours as well for the first time.

this expansion helps make prevention and treatment more convenient for working families, and reduces emergency room visits. our first NuMC van was just delivered to help those with transportation needs. the opening of our

cal right about the ballot initiative and to vote “yes” on Proposition 1.

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Now Trump will approve the SALT deduction?

to the editor:

then-President Donald trump and the Republicans limited our income tax deduction for state and local taxes. For two years the Republicans have controlled the House, so why haven’t Congressman a nthony D’esposito and the MaGa Republicans in the House introduced legislation to give us back our Salt deductions?

Now, in a desperate attempt to help D’ e sposito keep his House seat, t rump comes to New York and tells us he’s going to give us back the Salt deduction. He’ll do that right after he finishes building the wall and Mexico pays for it. Fool me once, shame on you. Fool me twice, shame on me. It won’t be all bad when D’esposito loses the election. His friends in the town of Hempstead will give him a good job.

DeNNIS PatRICk bRaDY Rockville Centre

new Community engagement Center, our first public open house, our recent back-to-School program and other initiatives are also part of our effort to ensure that NuMC remains a hub for the broader community.

NuMC has long been a cornerstone of health care in Nassau County — more than just a hospital, we are a trusted partner and a critical lifeline for our neighbors. our hospital is often the first place people turn in times of need. We take our unique responsibility very seriously.

these certifications, initiatives and facility upgrades are just a small sample of the exciting results from nearly two years of management and operational reforms.

While NuMC continues to face financial challenges due to drastic state funding cuts that have not been restored, we are committed to building on the success of our recent fiscal reforms to safeguard this vital community resource.

NuMC is a beacon of hope and a testament to the strength of our community. It represents our commitment to caring for one another. our collective support for the hospital means that our area will avoid the health care crises that plague other communities across the nation. Residents will have the peace of mind knowing they have a public hospital ready to meet any challenge.

Megan C. Ryan is interim president and CEO of Nassau University Medical Center.

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In the interest of fairness and transparency during the election season, we will not publish letters in the Oct. 31-Nov. 6 issue, the final one before Election Day, that criticize a candidate or a specific issue. This is to ensure that no last-minute submissions are published without sufficient opportunity for rebuttal. Readers are encouraged to send letters to execeditor@liherald.com.

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In October 2022, Tamar Lemoine of Valley Stream felt a lump in her right breast and was diagnosed with late-stage breast cancer. She had previously put o a biopsy after a mammogram in 2021 detected a suspicious mass, so she knew that this time she would need to act fast.

Tamar was referred to Dr. Christine Hodyl, Director of Breast Health Services at Mount Sinai South Nassau, who created a comprehensive treatment plan that included chemotherapy and breast-conserving lumpectomy surgery along with the removal of several lymph nodes. Her treatment ended with a month of radiation therapy sessions. Now cancer-free, Tamar urges women to get their annual mammograms.

Mount Sinai South Nassau’s cancer program is accredited by the Commission on Cancer and the National Accreditation Program for Breast Centers, o ering patients a multidisciplinary approach to fight cancer without having to leave Long Island.

In October 2022, Tamar Lemoine of Valley Stream felt a lump in her right breast and was diagnosed with late-stage