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kits were added because I know how helpful a distracting activity can be,” Brennan said. Her own experiences helped For many families, going out to eat is a routine experience. shape the idea. Brennan said For Sophie Brennan, anxiety her anxiety first emerged in once made sitting through a restaurant settings, where she meal at a restaurant difficult — sometimes struggled to sit a n e x p e r i e n c e t h a t l a t e r through an entire meal because inspired her to make dining out she felt as though her throat more welcoming for children was closing or she could not facing similar challenges. breathe, at times prompting her Brennan, an to leave. 18-year-old Baldwin Brennan, a resident and recent member of OceansOceanside High ide-based Girl School g raduate, Scout Troop 2550, created 18 sensory began volunteering kits for local restauat Camp ANCHOR, rants as par t of the Town of Hemp“ D i n e a n d stead’s six-week Unwind,” her Girl summer day camp SophIE BRENNAN Scout Gold Award for children and project. The kits Member of Girl Scout adults with special are designed to help Troop 2550 needs, when she children with anxiwas 14, and now ety, autism specshe works there. At trum disorder and sensory the Lido Beach camp, she saw issues navigate potentially that people had different ways overwhelming dining environ- of coping with stress or sensoments. ry overload, which led her to Each kit includes noise-can- include several options in each celing headphones to reduce kit rather than rely on a single background noise, along with calming technique. sensory toys, coloring pages She also drew on people and colored pencils that can close to her while developing of fer a distraction during the idea. Her sister, Morgan, stressful moments. who works with her at the “The coloring pages in the

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Safety, smiles and summer Baldwin residents gathered at Brookside Elementary School for National Night Out, an annual event that brings families together with law enforcement, first responders, elected officials and community organizations to promote public safety and strengthen relationships with those who serve the community. Nassau County Explorers, from left, Ashley Portillo Areno, Alina Torres, Roberto Sanchez and Christian Morales were among those who took part in the evening’s festivities. Story, more photos, Page 3.

Finding strength far from home By AllYSoN FERRARI aferrari@liherald.com

When Desmond Ryan walked into the Irish Pub in Baldwin, the room erupted. More than 200 friends, customers, fellow bartenders and bar owners had packed the longtime Baldwin establishment to support Ryan, 35, who was recently diagnosed with Stage I NK/T-cell lymphoma. As he made his way inside on July 26, the crowd began applauding. “I was in complete shock. I was in awe,” Ryan said. “As soon as I walked in, everybody started clapping, and it was like a roar of applause.” For Ryan, who is undergoing chemotherapy and preparing for radiation treatment, simply being in a crowded bar was something doctors had cautioned against because the treatment had

weakened his immune system. But with his mother and sister visiting from Belfast, Northern Ireland, and hundreds gathering on his behalf, he wanted to be there. The From Belfast to Baldwin fundraiser collected about $8,600 in four hours, according to Irish Pub owner Shawn Sabel, through door donations, a 50/50 raffle and more than 30 donated raffle baskets. A GoFundMe created for Ryan has also raised roughly $40,000. The turnout reflected relationships Ryan has built since arriving on Long Island from Belfast about 12 years ago. Ryan originally saw New York as one stop on a longer journey. He hoped to travel to other places including Australia and Thailand, but quickly changed his plans. “Everybody was so nice, hosContinued on page 10

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BALDWIN HERALD — August 13, 2026 Local leaders joined the community celebration, including, from left, Assemblywoman Judy Griffin, Baldwin Board of Education Vice President Susan Cools, Superintendent Anthony Mignella, Nassau County Legislator Scott Davis, Legislator Debra Mule, state Sen. Siela Bynoe and Board of Education President Pamela Green.

A night of smiles, safety and community spirit By ALLYSON FERRARI aferrari@liherald.com

Families gathered on the grounds of Brookside Elementary School for an evening of activities, demonstrations and community outreach as Baldwin celebrated National Night Out. The annual event brought residents together Aug. 4 with local law enforcement, first responders, elected officials and community organizations, offering families a chance to learn more about the people and groups serving the Baldwin community. Children were able to get an up-close look at public-safety equipment, try on law enforcement gear and meet members of the Nassau County Police Department. The department’s mounted unit was also on hand, giving young attendees an opportunity to meet the horses and officers who patrol on horseback. Throughout the school grounds, community organizations and local groups staffed tables offering infor mation, activities, giveaways and treats. The family-friendly gathering also gave residents an opportunity to speak with local officials and representatives from organizations working throughout the area. Town of Hempstead and other local officials joined the festivities and addressed those in attendance during the evening. National Night Out is observed in communities across the country each summer, with events designed to strengthen relationships between residents and law enforcement while encouraging neighborhood involvement and public-safety awareness. In Baldwin, the gathering transfor med the Brookside Elementary School grounds into a community celebration, bringing children, parents, police officers and local leaders together for an evening centered on connection, safety and family fun.

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Naomie Delice, right, and Kathy Soria, of the Nassau County Department of Social Services, spoke with attendees about becoming foster parents during National Night Out at Brookside Elementary School.

Brookside students Elijah Nelson, 8, and Mikayla Nelson, 5, enjoyed an evening out with their mother, Kimberly Nelson, as families explored activities and community booths.

FBI Special Agent John Karounos helped 5-year-old Brayden Drysdale get a feel for the job by fitting him with tactical gear.

Morgan Heller, left, of the Girl Scouts of Nassau County, led an activity with Kayla Stoddard and her children, Lincoln, 2, and Addison, 5.

New York Attorney General Letitia James, left, and Gov. Kathy Hochul announced the final regulations implementing the SAFE for Kids Act on July 29. The rules require social media companies to restrict algorithmically personalized feeds and overnight notifications for users under 18 unless they have parental consent.

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ing notifications between midnight and 6 a.m. without parental approval. Attorney General Letitia James said the regulations establish standards for age verification and parental consent while requiring companies to protect users’ personal information. “The SAFE for Kids Act leads the nation in keeping our children safe online and protecting youth from the devastating effects of unchecked social media,” James said. “Young people are particularly vulnerable to addictive social media features, and my office is committed to protecting all New Yorkers from potentially harmful technologies and companies that try to take advantage of them.” The regulations require companies to verify whether a user is an adult before enabling algorithmically personalized feeds or nighttime notifications. Platforms may use methods such as uploaded photos or videos, or verify email addresses or phone numbers, but must provide at least one option that does not require a government-issued identification. Any data collected for age verification must be deleted or de-identified after it is used. The SAFE for Kids Act, signed into law in June 2024, will take effect Jan. 25, 2027, 180 days after the regulations are published in the State Register. Companies that violate the law could face civil penalties of up to $5,000 per violation, among other enforcement actions by the attorney general’s office.

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HERALD SPORTS Nassau H.S. Athletics HOF class of 2026 By TONY BELLISSIMO tbellissimo@liherald.com

The Nassau County High School Athletics Hall of Fame will hold its 2026 induction ceremony Oct. 7 at the Crest Hollow County Club. Here’s a list of some local honorees in alphabetical order. For more information, tickets and a full list of honorees, go to www.sectionviii.org/halloffame.

Tom Abruscato The list of Abruscato’s coaching achievements at Clarke is mind-boggling. During his 26 years at the helm, the Rams have won 531 baseball games with an .801 winning percentage and 23 conference championships. Clarke has captured eight Nassau titles, three Long Island crowns and two state championships during his tenure. He was named conference Coach of the Year 23 times, and Nassau Coach of the Year eight times.

Stan Bujacich Bujacich is second on Nassau girls basketball all-time victory list with 429, trailing only Farmingdale Hall of Famer Pete Cerrone (600.) A member of the New York State Basketball Coaches Hall of Fame, Bujacich’s Wantagh teams have captured three county crowns in 2005, 2006 and 2025 and reached the county finals three more times. The Warriors won the Long Island title in 2025. From 2011 to 2015, they won 34 straight conference games and went 43-3 overall.

Jeffrey Dingle Dingle possessed one athletic skill that can’t be taught: speed. In 1985 for West Hempstead football, he averaged an amazing 7.6 yards-per-carry for 1,045 yards. Good enough to be named firstteam All Long Island. That’s not all. He was a finalist for the Thorpe Award as Nassau’s top player. He was also a 300and 400-meter county track champion, and a 300-meter indoor and outdoor state finalist.

John Hamilton

Hamilton spent 18 years as a wrestling coach, 10 at East Meadow, five at Calhoun, two at Mepham and one at Oceanside. His teams won 193 dual meets and many team and individual championships. He coached soccer for 14 years, earning Nassau’s Coach of the Year honor in 1993. Hamilton was a superb grappler at Central Connecticut State. H’es a member of the National Wrestling Hall of Fame.

James Hegmann Hegmann was unlike most basketball players. For one thing, he was 6-foot-11 when he showed up at Carey in the 1960s. For another, had to work hard on

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Michael O’Neill was an offensive machine for Massapequa in the 1970s.

Katie Starsia was a standout defender on South Side’s four straight NYS girls soccer championship teams. his craft. Until he got to Carey, he hadn’t played organized basketball. He scored 11 points per game as a junior and pulled down 13 rebounds per game. The measure of his improvement was demonstrated the next season, when his scoring soared to 20 ppg and 16 rpg.

and led the Blue Jays to the NCAA championship in 1978. A four-year starter for Hopkins, he scored 237 career points with 138 goals and 99 assists. As a senior, he earned Division I Player of the Year honors.

Kristen Hoffman Hoffman was one of the most unique high school athletes in Nassau history, excelling in basketball and swimming at Long Beach. She swam on the varsity team for six years, competing in the 200 and 500 freestyle, the 400-yard freestyle relay, and the 200 medley relay. She was a state qualifier and a three-time AllCounty selection. She a two-time AllConference basketball player and averaged 17 ppg as a senior when was named All- County.

Sandberg is one of the finest softball players ever developed on Long Island. She earned All-County honors as a freshman, sophomore, junior and senior at West Hempstead. In 2008, she put together one of the greatest offensive seasons in Nassau history. She hit .784 with 11 home runs. Sandberg had a starstudded career at the University of Georgia, leading the Bulldogs to two College World Series appearances with a .355 batting average, 19 homers and 51 RBI as a senior.

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O’Neill was a lacrosse scoring machine at Massapequa in the early 1970s. It would not have been a stretch to assert that he was the best high school attack in not only the county but the country. O’Neill was a scoring machine at the collegiate level at Johns Hopkins

Stanley took over an excellent Carey football program in 2007 and made it better. He’s guided the Seahawks to a pair of Rutgers Cups, awarded to the best team in the county, including in 2013 when they defeated Riverhead to win the first-ever Long Island title in program

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history. One year later, Carey repeated as Nassau’s Conference II champion and then rolled to an incredible 41-7 victory over East Islip, giving the team its second consecutive L.I. title. In 19 years, Stanley’s teams have totaled 138 wins.

Katie Starsia Starsia was a star defender on South Side’s amazing four straight state girls soccer championships in 2004, 2005, 2006 and 2007. Her greatness as a soccer player did not diminish her outstanding skills in basketball and track. In track she earned All-County in the 800 meters as a senior, and was twice All-County in the 4x800 relay. Starsia played soccer at the University of Virginia but her athletic career didn’t end there as she completed marathons in New York, Boston, Chicago, London, Berlin, Sydney, Philadelphia and Orlando.

Bruce Stegner Coaching 18 years and winning 14 Nassau County titles. Many coaches go a lifetime without winning one. Only four times in 18 years has a Stegnercoached team not won a county title. His tenure at Massapequa has been beyond amazing. Aside from the 14 county crowns, he has guided the girls soccer team to eight Long Island championships and five state titles. He has been named the state’s Coach of the Year five times. His overall record is 260-46-35.

Young adults cook up a recipe for independence

BALDWIN HERALD — August 13, 2026

By ABIGAIL GRIECO agrieco@liherald.com

For young adults of all abilities, learning how to prepare a meal can be about much more than what ends up on the plate. Angela Lucas, president and founder of Hangout One Happy Place, brought participants from the Baldwinbased nonprofit to Sizzle and Scoops in Oceanside on Aug. 5 for a hands-on cooking experience designed to build independence, confidence and life skills. Hangout One Happy Place is dedicated to bringing young adults of all abilities together through creative and social programming. The organization offers a variety of art, dance, fitness and life skills classes six days a week, providing participants with opportunities to learn, grow and build meaningful connections. Cooking is one of those offerings. Lucas said teaching young adults how to prepare meals is a vital part of helping them become more independent. “I feel it is important for young adults of all abilities to be able to make simple meals for themselves,” Lucas said. “Learn about cooking safety and how to use different methods of cooking.” Looking to give her students a hands-on experience outside of their regular classes, Lucas reached out to Sizzle and Scoops. She said she chose the Oceanside business because she had always viewed it as an inclusive environment. “When I approached them, they were very happy to accommodate us,” she said. The cooking program gives participants an opportunity to take ownership of what they make. Students plan what they want to cook for the following week, allowing them to choose recipes and meals they are interested in learning.

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Young adults of all abilities from Hangout One Happy Place visited Sizzle and Scoops in Oceanside last week to learn how to prepare simple meals, an act that provides hands-on experience outside of their regular classes. Once they are in the kitchen, the participants are involved from start to finish. “They do all the prep work, cooking and cleaning up,” Lucas said. “This gives them a sense of pride.” Over time, the group has prepared a wide variety of meals and treats, including pizza, tacos, egg sandwiches, pigs in a blanket, quesadillas, ice cream cake, sliders, pasta and meatballs. The students are not simply following along while someone else does the work. They set the table, gather utensils and collect the equipment they need, giving them responsibility for each step of the process. “They’re 100 percent involved because that’s how they learn,” Lucas said. The trip to Sizzle and Scoops also offered the participants a chance to experience a local business and see what

happens behind the scenes. Lucas said opportunities like the visit help students understand how different businesses operate while giving them a chance to experience cooking and ice cream-making in a real-world setting. “It’s an amazing experience for them all,” she said. For Lucas, the value of cooking extends far beyond learning a recipe. Cooking can help participants make choices, care for themselves and even prepare meals for their families. Most importantly, she said, it can provide a sense of accomplishment. “Cooking builds independence in so many ways,” Lucas said. “It helps with making choices, being able to cook for yourself, cook for your family, and that sense of pride.”

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Baldwin women honored for service, leadership Four women with ties to Baldwin were among those celebrated by Assemblywoman Judy Griffin at her sixth annual Women of Distinction Awards Ceremony, recognizing their contributions in education, nonprofit leadership, civic involvement and public service. The July 29 ceremony at Molloy University in Rockville Centre honored 18 women from across the 21st Assembly District whose leadership and dedication have made an impact in their communities. Baldwin honorees included Margarita Grasing, Marguerite Grasing Keller and Sophea Sainsurin, while Olney Trevelyan Daly was recognized for her work in the Baldwin Oaks community. “These women remind us that leadership isn’t measured by titles or recognition,” Griffin said. “It is found in showing up for others, lifting people up during difficult times, building vibrant communities, and inspiring the next generation to follow in their footsteps to make a difference.” Grasing was honored for more than four decades of nonprofit leadership. In 1984, she founded the Hispanic Brotherhood in Rockville Centre and helped develop it into an organization providing educational opportunities, housing counseling, senior nutrition services, after-school tutoring and child care. Her public service has also included roles with the Nassau County HIV Commission, New York State Hispanic Housing Corporation and other organizations. Her daughter, Keller, a lifelong Baldwin resident, has worked with the Hispanic Brotherhood since 1989 and now serves as its executive director. In 1990, she co-founded the organization’s tutoring program, which grew from a small homework assistance initiative into a year-round program that has helped thousands of students. She has also overseen programs focused on senior nutrition, foreclosure intervention and aviation preparation. Keller’s involvement extends into Baldwin, where she has worked with the Baldwin Civic Association to restore neighborhood concerts at Silver Lake

Park, beautify the downtown area and organize the community’s first Baldwin Porchfest. She also serves on the Nassau County comptroller’s Non-Profit Advisory Committee. Sainsurin was recognized for her work in education and community advocacy. She is director of admissions and recruitment at Guttman Community College and a doctoral candidate in higher education administration at Baruch College. Locally, she previously served as co-president of the Meadow School PTA and is first vice president of the Baldwin Council of PTAs. She also holds leadership roles with the Nassau Region PTA and New York State PTA and leads Girl Scout Troop 2210. Sainsurin also helps organize the annual Run Like a Mother 5K, which brought together more than 100 participants this year to promote health, wellness and connections among local families. Daly was honored for a career in international public service and her continued involvement in Baldwin Oaks. Born in Guyana, Daly pursued graduate studies at Georgetown University and Florida State University before working at the Caribbean Community Secretariat and later the United Nations. During her U.N. career, she spent 10 years advising the governments of Tanzania, Kenya and Rwanda on systems supporting sustainable development and evidence-based policymaking. After retiring from the United Nations Development Programme, Daly continued her public service locally. She is an active member of the Baldwin Oaks Civic Association and serves as budget delegate for the Grand Avenue Elementary School PTA, bringing decades of professional experience to her work on behalf of local families and students. Baldwin’s presence at the ceremony extended beyond the honorees. Griffin also thanked GalaFresh Farms Supermarkets, at 2485 Grand Ave., for supporting the event alongside several businesses from across the district. The annual ceremony, now in its sixth year, honors women across Griffin’s district for their leadership, service and dedication to their communities.

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State Democrats visited the Nassau County Correctional Center in East Meadow on Friday to inspect the conditions of cells being used by U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement agents. State Sen. Julia Salazar, Assemblywoman Michaelle Solages, Assemblyman Noah Burroughs, State Sen. Siela Bynoe and Suffolk County Legislator Sam Gonzalez were among the officials who toured the jail on Aug. 7. Bynoe and Burroughs both represent parts of Baldwin. In a release shared with the Herald, Salazar’s office said ICE detained 3,200 people at the correctional facility between February of last year and March 2026. The majority of detainees had no major criminal convictions or charges. Nassau County has cooperated with ICE since last February, when County Executive Bruce Blakeman announced a “targeted” crackdown on undocumented immigrants with criminal backgrounds. The partnership included allocating 50 local jail cells for the federal agency to hold immigrants. Salazar and Solages also toured the jail last July, when they were initially denied entry despite a state law allowing elected officials to visit local correctional facilities without prior authorization. The lawmakers did not report egregious conditions and said detainees had access to food, med-

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State Sen. Julia Salazar spoke outside of the East Meadow jail on Friday about her tour of cells being used by U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement. ical care and phones to contact attorneys, but raised concerns that some had been denied showers. Blakeman later said he directed the sheriff ’s department to ensure detainees could shower each day they were held at the facility. Friday’s visit came as New York state is requiring localities with ICE agreements to end those arrangements by Aug. 25 under the “Dignity Not Detention” Act, sponsored by Salazar. The state attorney general’s Office of Immigration Trust sent letters to 12 law enforcement agencies, including Nassau County, directing them to end those operations. “Nobody is above the law,” Gov. Kathy Hochul said in a press release on July 24. “In New York, we will not tolerate the

diversion of local resources for federal civil immigration enforcement at the expense of public safety.” A federal court rejected the U.S. Department of Justice’s request to block New York’s mandate. The Hon. Mae D’Agostino, in a 51-page decision filed in a U.S. District Court on Aug. 3, said that federal immigration law does not compel state or local governments to assist in civil federal enforcement. While states and local governments have the option to enter into agreements with federal immigration officials to assist with immigration enforcement, the court said “New York ‘is not bound by that hope or expectation.’” Following Friday’s visit, Salazar said

that four detainees were discharged earlier that morning, which indicated that the facility may intend to comply with her legislation. While encouraging, her office said that state lawmakers will continue to monitor the facility’s progress and fight to ensure no state or local resources are being allocated to ICE. “New York has no business helping ICE decimate our communities, jail our neighbors, or rip our families apart. Nassau County’s agreement to jail New Yorkers for ICE is shameful and must end,” Salazar said in a release. “My bill, Dignity Not Detention, goes into effect at the end of this month — finally ending the county’s disgraceful collaboration with ICE.” “Accountability means showing up more than once,” Solages said. “I’ve toured Nassau County Correctional Facility before, and I returned today with Senator Salazar and my colleagues to see conditions for ourselves … Nassau’s contract with ICE is set to expire on Aug. 25. We are going to make sure that deadline is met.” Blakeman, in response to Friday’s visit, said “over 2,000 illegal migrants with criminal records have been removed from our county making the entire region safer,” in a statement sent to News12, adding “New York Democrats need to explain to the victims of attempted murder, rape, robbery and carjacking, why local law enforcement can’t coordinate with ICE in removing these dangerous criminals from our neighborhoods.”

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pitable, which is crazy to say,” he said. “Everybody thinks New Yorkers are New Yorkers. But I just felt like I belonged here.” He initially stayed in a Rockville Centre hotel while working as a barback, or bartender’s assistant, often returning to his room around 5 a.m., paying for another night and repeating the routine the next day. After about two weeks, a friend from Dublin offered Ryan and another friend a place to stay in Lynbrook. Ryan soon found a close-knit Irish community and formed friendships at the bars where he worked. Though trained as a ceramic tiler in Belfast and later working in construction and HVAC, he repeatedly returned to bartending. “Bartending was kind of like my calling,” he said. “You meet all kinds of walks of life. You get to know people, and it’s a very social thing.” Eventually that path brought him to The Irish Pub, where he has worked for about three years and developed a close friendship with Sabel. “He’s become family to me,” Sabel said. “He’s like my brother.” Sabel described Ryan as funny, outgoing and quick to help others. “Des is — honestly, he’s the kindest soul that you would ever meet,” Sabel said. “He would do anything for anyone.” Nearly a year before the fundraiser, Ryan began experiencing what appeared to be an ear infection, followed by persistent sinus problems. Multiple courses of antibiotics failed to improve his condition, and he repeatedly returned to doctors and hospitals. About six weeks before the benefit, Ryan developed a near-104-degrees fever while working behind the bar. A woman who worked across the street saw how ill he was and contacted Sabel, insisting that Ryan go to the hospital. He was admitted that night and transferred the following day to The Mount Sinai Hospital in Manhattan, where he remained for about three weeks while doctors conducted tests. During his second week there, an oncologist told him he had cancer. “I still don’t know if it’s really sunken in to reality,” Ryan said. “It’s a big, scary

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Katrina ryan, far left, Kelli ryan, Breanne Handwerker, desi ryan and irish pub owner Shawn Sabel at the from Belfast to Baldwin fundraiser. word — the word cancer. My heart was broken. I didn’t really know what to do at the time.” Doctors diagnosed NK/T-cell lymphoma, a rare and aggressive non-Hodgkin lymphoma. Subsequent testing, including a bone marrow biopsy, showed the cancer was localized and classified as Stage I. Ryan is being treated in 21-day chemotherapy cycles and is expected to undergo 28 days of radiation before completing additional chemotherapy. The treatments, he said, have caused fatigue and neuropathy and taken a toll physically and mentally. His girlfriend, Breanne Handwerker, has helped care for him, while his mother and sister traveled from Ireland to be with him. It was his sister’s first visit to the United States since he moved here, and he had hoped to show her around New York City, but his treatment left him with little energy. “I really wanted to show her around the city, maybe take her on a tour,” he said. “But I couldn’t do it. I could barely even go for a night for dinner.” Even while hospitalized, Ryan found himself looking after another patient. One of his roommates was an older man from Woodside, Queens, who Ryan said was seriously ill with cancer. Before Ryan was transferred to another room, he left the man a pair of headphones so

raffle baskets and donated prizes lined the tables at the irish pub during the July 26 from Belfast to Baldwin fundraiser, which raised thousands of dollars to support desi ryan during his cancer treatment.

he could watch television. Ryan said the small gesture later moved the man to tears. “It’s nice to be nice, in my eyes,” Ryan said. As Ryan began treatment, his friends started looking for ways to help him financially. His longtime friend Aodan, whom Ryan has known since high school in Belfast, created a GoFundMe page. Sabel and Rick Dankenbrink, owner of Gino’s, in Rockville Centre, and another close friend of Ryan’s, then organized the Irish Pub benefit. They put the event together in roughly two weeks, a process Sabel said would ordinarily take two or three months. Dankenbrink helped secure raffle donations, with more than 30 baskets contributed. About $3,500 came from basket raffles alone. The Irish Pub has hosted large chari-

table events before, including Toys for Tots fundraisers, but Sabel said that Ryan’s benefit surpassed them. “This was definitely our biggest fundraiser,” he said. One of the most emotional moments, Sabel said, came when Ryan arrived. “He was very tired that day, but he rallied as he always does and put on a smile for everybody,” Sabel recounted. Ryan had even hoped to tend bar during the event, but physically could not. Instead he slowly made his way through the room, greeting people he had met over the years of bartending across Long Island. “It was surreal,” he said. “It was very, very uplifting, and it was definitely something that just makes you realize that people care.” Calls and text messages have continued since the fundraiser, he said, often from people asking whether he needs anything. Accepting help has not always been easy for him, but his illness has changed his perspective. “No matter how low you are or how high you are, everybody needs somebody at the end of the day,” he said. “You can’t just walk through this world alone, because you don’t know what’s around the corner.” The months ahead will include more chemotherapy and radiation, but Ryan said that knowing how many people are behind him has given him another reason to keep going. “It definitely gave me something to fight for, knowing that everyone was there,” he said. “Everyone was there to fight for me.” “I’m just happy to be on this earth right now,” he added. “It’s going to be a tough couple of months. But just knowing that I have those people to lean on — it means a lot.”

desi ryan with his mother, Katrina ryan, left, and sister, Kelli ryan, who came from ireland to be with him as he undergoes treatment for nK/t-cell lymphoma.

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Getting kids ready for a new school year is about more than updating their wardrobe or organizing carpools with fellow parents. Reacclimating everyone in the family to the routine of school after a relaxing summer is a significant undertaking,

ust as your family hits its peak summer groove, the back-to-school countdown begins. It’s a seasonal shift that brings a familiar mix of relief and stress to parents and students alike. Even the most adaptable kids can find the leap from lazy, unscheduled days to rigid routines jarring. Rather than letting the September surge catch you off guard, start laying the groundwork now. A few intentional adjustments late in the season can turn an overwhelming transition into a calm, confident start.

Ease Into The Rhythm

Abrupt wake-up calls on day one rarely go well. Rather than forcing a sudden shock to the system, start tapering back late summer bedtimes two weeks before school begins. Shift sleep and wake times back by 15-minute increments every few days. Don’t forget mealtime timing: if summer snacking has derailed regular breakfast and lunch hours, gradually realign them with the school clock so morning bell appetites don’t catch kids off guard.

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As extracurriculars, club meetings, and weekend sports stack up, keeping track of family logistics becomes a fulltime job. Designate a high-traffic area — like the kitchen wall or entryway — as your family’s command center. Visual calendars: Hang a large dryerase or paper calendar where everyone can see it. Color-coding system: Assign each family member (or activity type, such as sports, academics, and chores) their own distinct marker color for instant readability. The daily landing zone: Create a designated drop spot with labeled bins or hooks for backpacks, lunchboxes, and sports gear to prevent morning scrambles.

Tame The Paper Trail

Lost permission slips, crumpled notices, and forgotten homework are classic early-year pain points. Stop the paper shuffle before it starts by establishing a clear intake process. Set up an “Inbox” tray near your

command station where kids deposit forms requiring signatures or teacher notes as soon as they walk through the door. Pair this with an inviting, well-lit homework station stocked with essential supplies—pencils, highlighters, paper, and calculators. Keeping this space free from screens and clutter trains the brain to lock into focus mode. A quick nightbefore check ensures signed papers and finished assignments make it safely back into the backpack.

Set Intentional Family Goals

Back-to-school season offers a fresh start for everyone, not just academically. Hold an informal family meeting over dinner to discuss individual and collective goals for the upcoming year. Encourage kids to set a mix of academic milestones (like mastering long division), personal growth targets (like trying a new club), and family contributions (like managing their morning routine independently). This practice reinforces core values, builds accountability, and gives kids a sense of ownership over the months ahead.

Beat The Rush On Supplies

Waiting until the final weekend to shop guarantees picked-over shelves, long checkout lines, and unnecessary anxiety. Take inventory of what you already have at home before buying new items. Spreading purchases across several weeks late in the summer lightens the strain on your budget and gives you time to track down specialized items or sales on bigger-ticket essentials like backpacks and durable lunch totes.

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3 Weeks Out: Inventory existing supplies. Avoid last minute store rushes and budget spikes. 2 Weeks Out: Begin shifting bedtimes and wake-up times by 15 minutes. Reset internal biological clocks gradually. 1 Week Out: Set up command station, inbox tray, and study area. Establish physical organization zones early. Days Before: Hold the family goalsetting chat and pack bags. Build mental readiness and excitement.

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Navigating back-to-school spending

etween high-end tech requirements, athletic gear, and updating wardrobe staples, backto-school prep across Long Island, like elsewhere, continues to carry a significant price tag. Recent national retail data shows families with K-12 students plan to spend an average of $863.86 per household on back-to-school items this year, pushing total spending to a record $43.3 billion, a 9.8 percent increase over the previous year, according to the National Retail Federation. The average spending per household represents a modest increase of about $5 per family over last year. “Affordability is a concern for families and a top priority for retailers as we enter the back-to-school season,” said NRF Chief Economist and Executive Director of Research Mark Mathews. “Shoppers are keeping value front and center as they look for ways to make their dollars go further.” Economists and retail analysts note that the record total is being driven primarily by broader participation and higher prices on essential items rather than increased consumer confidence. Because inflation and supply costs have kept prices elevated, families are spending more total dollars even though many report buying fewer non-essential discretionary items. Here, where suburban living often means multischool commutes and competitive youth sports programs — the local cost of getting classroom-ready often scales even higher. Here’s how households are strategically managing their wallets this season.

‘Micro-Shopping’ Over Mall Runs

The era of the single, epic weekend shopping spree at the mall is shifting. Today, parents are adopting a “micro-shopping” strategy to soften the financial blow. National statistics show that over 62 percent of back-to-school shoppers began purchasing items as early as July. By spreading purchases across mid-summer promotional events and lateAugust store runs, parents can absorb costs over multiple paychecks rather than taking a heavy hit all at once. Furthermore, about 47 percent of families report buying only day-one essential supplies now, choosing to replenish notebooks and buy secondary fall clothing later in September once teachers finalize specific classroom requirements.

Secondhand Swaps And Local Groups

Hyper-local Facebook groups, neighborhood networks and community sports swaps are are seeing significant traffic. Outfitting a student for district sports or school band can add hundreds of dollars to a family’s bill. Trading outgrown soccer cleats, baseball bats, or band instruments with neighbors has quickly become standard practice for budget-conscious parents looking to stretch their dollars.

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Photo: Parents are rethinking the traditional back-to-school shopping spree, shopping smarter and more strategically.

Make school gear go the distance the least expensive option, some school essentials are worth the extra investment. A sturdy backpack with reinforced stitching, a durable lunch box and a well-made water bottle often withstand daily use much better than lower-cost alternatives. If you’re purchasing an expensive calculator, laptop or tablet, consider whether an extended protection plan or accidental damage coverage makes sense. Depending on the device and your child’s age, the added protection could save money if repairs or replacements become necessary.

ack-to-school shopping is a significant investment for many families. Between backpacks, calculators, laptops, lunch boxes, water bottles and other classroom necessities, the costs can add up quickly. The good news is that a little care goes a long way. Teaching children how to properly use, store and maintain their school supplies can help prevent costly replacements, keep them organized and ensure their gear lasts well beyond the first day of school.

Teach smart tech habits

Technology has become an everyday part of the classroom, with many students carrying school-issued laptops, tablets or personal devices between home and school. Take a few minutes to review basic device care before the school year begins. Encourage children to carry electronics in padded sleeves or dedicated backpack compartments, avoid placing heavy books on top of screens and keep drinks and snacks separate from electronics whenever possible. Remind them never to leave devices in hot cars or out in the rain,

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Good habits, from organizing backpacks to protecting electronics, can help students head to class confident and prepared every day.

and to report any damage immediately before a small issue becomes a costly repair.

Pack lighter — and pack smarter

An overloaded backpack doesn’t just wear out zippers and seams — it can also strain a child’s neck, shoulders and back. Help students pack only what they’ll need for the day and clean out

backpacks at least once a week. Old papers, forgotten library books and miscellaneous items can quickly add unnecessary weight. When packing, place heavier items closest to the back panel and encourage children to wear both shoulder straps to distribute weight evenly.

Invest in quality where it counts

While it can be tempting to choose

Know what should — and shouldn’t — be shared Sharing is an important life lesson, but some school supplies are better kept in their owner’s hands. Talk with children about which items they’re comfortable lending to friends and which should stay with them, especially expensive electronics, calculators, headphones or specialty supplies. If they do lend something, encourage them to agree on when it should be returned and remind friends to handle it carefully.

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camp, offered input, and Brennan also turned to Sara Dowler, an Oceanside High School teacher and Youth Council adviser. Dowler’s classroom, Brennan said, had been a source of support during her own struggles with anxiety. “Throughout my anxiety journey, Mrs. Dowler’s classroom was always a safe space,” Brennan said. “There was always time and a conversation if anyone needed it.” As the idea took shape, Brennan began reaching out to local restaurants. She approached EGP, Alias Smith and Jones, and J. Paul’s Terrace Cafe in Oceanside, as well as The Caffè On Park in Rockville Centre, about making the sensory kits available to diners. She chose those businesses because they regularly attract families with children and she believed the resources would be particularly useful there. Brennan completed the work over several months during her senior year while balancing school and other commitments. She relied entirely on donations to assemble the kits, spending no outside money. Her mother, Debra Brennan, said her daughter devoted more than 100 hours to the effort. “From mapping out her project, reaching out for donations, talking to local restaurants, she really came out of her comfort zone to do something she loves — helping others,” Debra Brennan said. To measure the kits’ effectiveness, Brennan included a QR code in each one linking to an online questionnaire where users could share their experiences. The feedback allowed her to see how families were using the resources and whether they found them useful. The first response came from a parent whose children had used one of the kits, giving Brennan an early indication that the idea was having the impact she had hoped for. “This was such a wonderful idea,” the parent wrote. “My kids said this was the best thing ever. Brilliant idea, and I would be more than happy to help you promote this.” Brennan’s work was recognized this year when she became one of 67 young women across Nassau County to earn the Girl Scout Gold Award. She was honored at the 2026 Gold Award Ceremony at The Inn at New Hyde Park. The Gold Award is the highest achievement in Girl Scouting and is open to Senior and Ambassador Girl Scouts in high school, according to Girl Scouts of the USA. To earn it, Girl Scouts commit at least 80 hours to developing and carrying out a sustainable project that addresses the root cause of a community or global issue. For Brennan, making “Dine and Unwind” sustainable meant finding a way for its message to reach beyond the 18 kits she assembled. She created an Instagram account and slideshow featuring research on stress and anxiety management, with a particular focus on

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Baldwin resident Sophie Brennan, right, delivered sensory bags she created for her girl Scout gold award project to local restaurants, including to egp, where manager Brianna o’Hagan was happy to receive them. children with anxiety and autism spectrum disorder. The presentation also encourages people to create their own sensory bags, using items tailored to the strategies that work best for them. The larger goal, Brennan said, was not simply to provide sensory tools, but to foster a better understanding of challenges people may face in settings that others take for granted. “As a person on the outside, it does not look like a hard thing to do,” she said. That emphasis on mental health and service extended beyond Brennan’s Gold Award work. At Oceanside High School, she served as president of Youth Council, which promoted mental health awareness in the community, and participated in Best Buddies, a program that fosters friendships between students with and without intellectual and developmental disabilities. She also played volleyball and golf. Brennan said she plans to continue that path this fall at Quinnipiac University, where she will begin the school’s 4+2 occupational therapy doctorate program. She said she knew from an early age that she wanted a career centered on helping others. “I knew early on I always wanted to help people,” Brennan said. “As an occupational therapist, I will be able to do that.” Ultimately, Brennan hopes “Dine and Unwind” will encourage people to recognize struggles that may not always be visible and consider how everyday spaces can be more inclusive. “If you see someone having a hard time, don’t dismiss it,” she said. “Many people struggle, and that struggle can be silent. We need a little more inclusivity in our world.”

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The industrious honey bee is buzzes into the spotlight to captivate museum visitors.

Busy as a bee

Inside the hive at Long Island Children’s Museum

By Karen Bloom

here’s a national day to celebrate just about everything, so it’s only fitting that one of nature’s most important — and often misunderstood — creatures has one of its own. That would be the honeybee. Long Island Children’s Museum invites families to take a closer look at the tiny pollinators that play an outsized role in our ecosystem, on Aug. 15, National Honey Bee Day. The museum has been home to over 20,000 honeybees year-round since 2012, when a hive was introduced to the Feast for Beasts exhibit, which opened in January of that year. Visitors were welcomed to the first “Honey Hoopla” thenso that everyone could experience the first harvesting of honey from that hive. More than a decade later, the event has become a popular annual tradition. • Saturday, Aug. 15, Today, the 11 a.m.-2 p.m. museum maintains • $20 museum admission, $18 four active hives, seniors 65 and older including an enclosed • View the LICM events calendar at licm.org for observation hive additional information or call inside the Feasts (516) 224-5800 for Beasts gallery. • Long Island Children’s Housed between Museum, 11 Davis Ave., large panes of Garden City plexiglass and connected to the outdoors through a protected tube, thousands of honeybees come and go through a portal that allows them to leave the building, forage in the museum’s pollinator garden and return to the hive, where they work together to sustain the colony.Visitors can safely watch honeybees build honeycomb, care for their queen and work together. Special red lighting helps families observe the hive with minimal disruption to the bees’ natural behavior. The fruit of their labor? Lots of honey, naturally. Families are welcome to taste many different varieties of honey during a tasting session, including, of course, from the museum’s honey harvest. Color, aroma and taste can change based on the nectar of the flower. Everyone can sample various honeys and try to match the flavor profile to the specific honey type. “A lot of people maybe don’t know that honey can taste different from different varieties of flowers or the location where it is. We’re going to be

offering honey varieties that the kids can taste test and try to match up,” Ashley Niver, the museum’s director of education, says. Bee-themed activities are designed to highlight the insects’ importance to the environment. Children can create a colorful Busy Bee Hat, while adults and kids alike can meet beekeeper Mark Rogan, one of the museum’s exhibit technicians. He shares insights into bee management, explains how honeybee colonies work and will help visitors spot the queen inside the observation hive. “He’ll be up in the hive showing how to find the queen and explaining what the care is like,” museum spokesperson Stephanie Siler says. “He’ll also talk about the observation hive and the three other hives on our roof, answering questions about the bees’ daily care and how we harvest the honey.” Everyone can even try on a life-size beekeeper suit, offering a hands-on glimpse into the world of beekeeping. The observation hive itself — an actual working hive — remains one of the museum’s most unique exhibits. Because the bees are free to travel outdoors and back into the hive throughout the day, through a portal, museum staff can never be certain exactly how many are in residence. ‘”We like to say that they’re the only animal in our collection that we don’t know how many we have because they’re always coming and going, and they’re the only animal that has free roam of the museum,” Siler says, jokingly. While this is all designed to be fun, the program also carries an important conservation message. Climate change, habitat loss and pesticide use continue to threaten honeybee populations, contributing to colony collapse disorder and declining numbers worldwide. Visitors will learn that honeybees are responsible for pollinating some of Long Island’s most abundant crops including melons, pumpkins, tree nuts and berries and that the population is in danger and decreasing rapidly. Without these pollinators, we would lose some of our favorite foods such as chocolate, grapes, apples and pears. To help support bee conservation, the museum continues its Name a Honey Bee Campaign. For a $10 donation, folks can symbolically name one of the museum’s bees, with both the bee’s new name and the donor recognized on a display. Beyond raising funds, museum leadership’s goal is to replace fear with fascination. “It’s very easy for people to feel fearful of bees because they don’t want to be stung, and maybe they assume that all bees are looking to sting and cause harm,” Niver adds. “But the reality is that the honey bees are very docile, and they are just looking to make their honey. They’re really our friends.” Siler understands those fears firsthand. “For me personally I was terrified of bees, growing up,” she says. “So I hope that every child gets to experience them up close and leaves with a new-found appreciation. Not just because they make honey, but because they’re essential to our gardens, our food.” Whether sampling fresh honey, searching for the queen bee or discovering how a bustling hive works, everyone will leave with a deeper appreciation for one of nature’s smallest yet most essential creatures. This is an opoprtuity to inspire the next generation of environmental stewards by showing that protecting pollinators begins with understanding them. In the process, families may find themselves buzzing away with a newfound respect for the tiny insects that help keep our gardens, farms and dinner tables thriving.

There are cover bands, and then there’s Mike DelGuidice. The multiinstrumentalist whose deep-cut knowledge of Billy Joel’s catalog earned him a spot touring alongside the legend himself, is back to his favorite stomping ground: The Paramount. His long-running residency is less of a concert and more of a victory lap. Alongside his hit-for-hit recreation of Joel’s legendary discography, DelGuidice puts his own songwriting chops on full display — weaving in original tracks from albums like “My Street” and “Mask Production.” From playing his own chart-topping tracks — including “Ordinary Guy,” the theme song for Kevin James’ Kevin Can Wait, to touring the world with his idol, DelGuidice is the real deal.

Friday, Aug. 14, 8 p.m. Tickets at ticketmaster.com or paramountny.com. The Paramount, 370 New York Ave., Huntington.

The Midtown Men Broadway meets classic rock ’n’ roll as The Midtown Men return to Eisenhower Park for an unforgettable evening of music and nostalgia. Featuring four original stars of the Tony Award-winning musical Jersey Boys — Christian Hoff, Michael Longoria, Daniel Reichard and J. Robert Spencer — the acclaimed quartet brings the timeless sounds of the 1960s to life with soaring harmonies, dynamic performances and plenty of infectious energy. These Broadway veterans, with their powerhouse band, are realizing the dream they brought to life as the iconic Four Seasons. This is the next chapter for these accomplished entertainers,

Saturday, Aug. 15, 7 p.m. Harry Chapin Lakeside Theatre, Eisenhower Park, East Meadow. Contact nassaucountyny. gov for info and updates.

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Baldwin Library invites adults to create original craft projects using leftover materials from previous library programs and other art supplies during this selfguided crafting session. Materials must be used on-site and may not be taken home. Registration required.

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Enjoy a movie under the stars at Eisenhower Park. See “How To Train Your Dragon,” the live-action remake of the 2010 animated film.

Neil Diamond tribute

Fans of Neil Diamond can relive the legendary singer-songwriter’s greatest hits when Robert Neary brings “So Good! The Neil Diamond Experience” to Eisenhower Park. The acclaimed concert experience features more than two hours of classics, complemented by stories, multimedia and a Broadwaystyle production that celebrates Diamond’s remarkable career. The Broadway, television and film veteran, who recently appeared at Tilles Center, has earned widespread praise for his uncanny vocals and stage presence, creating a concert experience that captures the energy and spirit of the original. • Where: Harry Chapin Lakeside Theatre, East Meadow • Time: 7 p.m. • Contact: nassaucountyny.gov or (516) 572-0200

Yoga at the BCA Garden

Participate in an evening yoga session hosted by the Baldwin Civic Association at the Baldwin Community Garden. Participants of all experience levels are welcome. • Where: 1980 Grand Ave. • Time: 6:30 p.m. • Contact: baldwincivic@gmail. com or (516) 855-8824

film Aug Family Baldwin Public

Library shows Disney/ Pixar’s “Hoppers” (2026), an animated sci-fi comedy in which animal lover Mabel uses new technology to communicate with beavers by transferring human consciousness into lifelike robotic animals. The 105-minute film is rated PG. Light refreshments served while supplies last. • Where: 2385 Grand Ave. • Time: 1-4 p.m. • Contact: baldwinpl.org or call (516) 223-6228

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Chance the Rapper

Chance the Rapper‘s 2016 mixtape Coloring Book just turned 10, and he’s announced a tour to celebrate. The mixtape that changed everything is back as Chance takes a victory lap built around the project that won three Grammys in one night, broke streaming-only records, and turned him from a Chicago underground hero into a generational artist. The Coloring Book itself instantly reshaped what a hip-hop record could be. The mixtape became the first streaming-only project to win a Grammy, and it earned Chance Best New Artist, Best Rap Album, and Best Rap Performance in a single trip to the podium. Songs like “No Problem,” “Same Drugs,” “All Night,” “Blessings,” “Angels,” and “Summer Friends” turned into staples of a generation’s playlists — and fans have been waiting a decade to hear them performed live in full. The setlist on this tour is built to deliver that, plus cuts from the rest of his catalog and his long-awaited 2025 • Where: The Paramount, 370 release Star Line, his first full-length album in six years. Chance is famous New York Ave., Huntington for raising the energy in a room and turning shows into church-tent revivals, • Time: 8 p.m. especially when the gospel-leaning Coloring Book material lands. • Contact: ticketmaster.com or paramountny.com

Velvet Room R&B Night

Midza’s Studio hosts The Velvet Room R&B Night, a speakeasystyle evening featuring classic and contemporary R&B music in an intimate setting. Advance tickets are available through Eventbrite, and a passcode is required for entry. • Where: 1623 Grand Ave. • Time: Available with registration • Contact: Eventbrite.com or call (516) 808-6873

Summer swing

Step back into the golden age of swing when the 20-piece Swingtime Big Band takes the stage at Eisenhower Park. Featuring rich brass, soaring vocals and faithful arrangements of classics from the Great American Songbook, the popular ensemble recreates the unmistakable sound of the Swing Era with energy and precision. Whether you’re reliving cherished favorites or discovering these timeless tunes for the first time, Swingtime Big Band delivers an evening of toe-tapping nostalgia. • Where: Harry Chapin Lakeside Theatre, East Meadow • Time: 7 p.m. • Contact: nassaucountyny.gov or (516) 572-0200

Aug Groove with Judy

Dance, move and exercise during this feel-good movement class led by Judy at the Baldwin Community Garden. Advance registration is required. $25 per person. • Where: 1980 Grand Ave. • Time: 9:30 a.m., also Aug. 22 • Contact: judygrooves.com

Take Flight

Old Westbury Gardens welcomes all to Family Night. Discover the fascinating world of birds and bats during this special after-hours experience in the gardens. families are invited to explore Sean Kenney’s Nature Connects exhibit, from 5-8 p.m., the LEGO free-play area, followed by a Birds of Prey show. Participants will meet incredible birds of prey up close and learn what makes them so amazing, plus a Bat Walk, beginning at 7:30 p.m. Registration required. $34, $24 child • Where: 71 Old Westbury Road, Old Westbury • Time: 5 p.m.; Birds of Prey shows at 5:30 and 7 p.m. • Contact: oldwestburygardens. org or call (516) 333-0048

The Midtown Men

Broadway meets classic rock ‘n’ roll when The Midtown Men return to Eisenhower Park. Featuring four original stars of the Tony Award-winning musical Jersey Boys — Christian Hoff, Michael Longoria, Daniel Reichard and J. Robert Spencer — reunited as the Midtown Men celebrate the unforgettable sounds of the 1960s with powerhouse harmonies and infectious energy. Drawing on more than 1,000 performances together on Broadway, the quartet captivates audiences with their harmonious blend of voices, charismatic stage presence, and a repertoire that seamlessly weaves together iconic hits delivering a nostalgic journey that transcends generations. • Where: Harry Chapin Lakeside Theatre, East Meadow • Time: 7 p.m. • Contact: nassaucountyny.gov or (516) 572-0200

Aug Bethany House Golf and Tennis Outing

Bethany House hosts its 29th annual Golf and Tennis Outing at The Rockaway Hunting Club in Lawrence. The longtime fundraising event will bring supporters together for a day of golf, tennis

• Where: Harry Chapin Lakeside Theatre, East Meadow • Time: Movie begins at dusk • Contact: nassaucountyny.gov

Aug New to You Book Club

Readers are invited to Baldwin Public Library to discuss “Tomorrow, and Tomorrow, and Tomorrow” by Gabrielle Zevin. The bestselling novel tells of two college friends whose partnership in video game design brings success, heartbreak and lasting friendship. The discussion ise led by Marialisa Arnold, the library’s head of acquisitions. • Where: 2385 Grand Ave. • Time: 7-8 p.m. • Contact: baldwinpl.org or call (516) 223-6228

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shows “Remember the Titans” (2000), the inspiring sports drama about a high school football coach who works to unite a newly integrated team in early 1970s Virginia. The 114-minute film is rated PG. • Where: 2385 Grand Ave. • Time: 1-4 p.m. • Contact: baldwinpl.org or call (516) 223-6228

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Adelphi University has appointed four alumni to its Board of Trustees, adding leaders in business, law, higher education and real estate. The new trustees are Kristopher Amplo, Class of 2000; LeeAnn Black, Class of 1983; Bruce A. Jones, Class of 1982; and Walter P. Schmidt, Class of 1984. “Each of these individuals brings with them a wealth of expertise, deep professional accomplishments, a personal connection to our community and a profound commitment to our university’s mission,” Adelphi President Michael Balboni said in a release, adding that “their diverse insights will be vital to our future growth and success.” Amplo is president and chief executive of J.C. Steel Erectors Corp., which has worked on projects including UBS Arena, LaGuardia Airport, John F. Kennedy International Airport and TSX Broadway. He also oversees real estate investments and is active in philanthropy. Black is chief operating officer of the global law firm Latham & Watkins, where she oversees business operations and strategic planning. A certified public accountant, she previously served on Adelphi’s President’s Advisory Council and is co-chair of its annual Women’s Leadership Conference. Jones is a professor of political science at Howard University and previously served as its senior vice president for

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Adelphi University has appointed alumni Kristopher Amplo, LeeAnn Black, Bruce A. Jones and Walter P. Schmidt to its Board of Trustees. research, helping the university achieve its Research 1 classification. He has also held leadership positions at several universities. Schmidt is a co-founder of Rockwood Capital and has more than four decades of experience in institutional real estate investment. He served as a senior managing partner until 2022 and now serves as a senior adviser. He previously served on Adelphi’s President’s Advisory Council. The university also welcomed back trustees Charles J. Fuschillo, Class of 1983; Dennis J. McDonagh, Class of 1978; and Michael J. Tiedemann, Class of 1989, after they previously stepped away from the board. —AllysonFerrari

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LEGAL NOTICE SUPREME COURT OF THE STATE OF NEW YORK COUNTY OF NASSAU MORTGAGE ASSETS MANAGEMENT, LLC, -againstZAKAR RAEL EDWARDS, AS HEIR AND DISTRIBUTEE OF THE ESTATE OF DUNCAN EDWARDS, IF LIVING, AND IF SHE/HE BE DEAD, ET AL. NOTICE OF SALE NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN pursuant to a Final Judgment of Foreclosure entered in the Office of the Clerk of the County of Nassau on January 6, 2026, wherein MORTGAGE ASSETS MANAGEMENT, LLC is the Plaintiff and ZAKAR RAEL EDWARDS, AS HEIR AND DISTRIBUTEE OF THE ESTATE OF DUNCAN EDWARDS, IF LIVING, AND IF SHE/HE BE DEAD, ET AL. are the Defendant(s). I, the undersigned Referee, will sell at public auction RAIN OR SHINE at the NASSAU COUNTY SUPREME COURT, NORTH SIDE STEPS, 100 SUPREME COURT DRIVE, MINEOLA, NY 11501, on September 2, 2026 at 2:00PM, premises known as 1764 BROWNING STREET, BALDWIN, NY 11510; and the following tax map identification: 36-408-427 & 428. ALL THAT CERTAIN PLOT, PIECE OR PARCEL OF LAND, SITUATE, LYING AND BEING AT BALDWIN, TOWN OF HEMPSTEAD, COUNTY OF NASSAU AND STATE OF NEW YORK Premises will be sold subject to provisions of filed Judgment Index No.: 614778/2021. Michael J. Sepe, Esq. Referee. Robertson, Anschutz, Schneid, Crane & Partners, PLLC, 900 Merchants Concourse, Suite 310, Westbury, New York 11590, Attorneys for Plaintiff. All foreclosure sales will be conducted in accordance with Covid-19 guidelines including, but not limited to, social distancing and mask wearing. *LOCATION OF SALE SUBJECT TO CHANGE DAY OF IN ACCORDANCE WITH COURT/CLERK DIRECTIVES. 161408 PUBLIC AND LEGAL NOTICES… To place a notice here call us us at

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LEGAL NOTICE NOTICE OF SALE SUPREME COURT COUNTY OF NASSAU, CARDINAL FINANCIAL COMPANY, LIMITED PARTNERSHIP, Plaintiff, vs. ALTHEA A. BROWN, ET AL., Defendant(s). Pursuant to an Order Confirming Referee Report and Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale duly entered on May 19, 2026, I, the undersigned Referee will sell at public auction on the front steps on the north side of the Nassau County Supreme Court, 100 Supreme Court Drive, Mineola, NY 11501 on September 9, 2026 at 2:00 p.m., premises known as 2058 Chestnut Street, Baldwin, NY 11510. All that certain plot, piece or parcel of land, with the buildings and improvements thereon erected, situate, lying and being at Baldwin, Town of Hempstead, County of Nassau and State of New York, Section 54, Block 7 and Lot 72. Approximate amount of judgment is $425,767.75 plus interest and costs. Premises will be sold subject to provisions of filed Judgment Index #603830/2025. Michael J. Sepe, Esq., Referee Friedman Vartolo LLP, 85 Broad Street, Suite 501, New York, New York 10004, Attorneys for Plaintiff. Firm File No.: 250035-1 161520 LEGAL NOTICE NOTICE OF SALE Supreme Court County of Nassau CitiMortgage, Inc. successor by merger to ABN AMRO Mortgage Group, Inc., Plaintiff AGAINST Carmelle Arguizoni, Herve Duplan, Maxime Gaspard et al, Defendant(s) Pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale duly entered on February 24, 2026, I, the undersigned Referee, will sell at public auction at the Nassau County Supreme Court, 100 Supreme Court Drive, North sides of the steps, Mineola, NY 11501 on September 9, 2026 at 2:30 PM premises known as 3029 Grand Avenue, Baldwin, NY 11510. All that certain plot piece or parcel of land, with the buildings and improvements erected, situate, lying and being in the County of Nassau, State of New York, SECTION: 54,

BLOCK: 409, LOT: 72 and 78. Approximate amount of judgment is $626,602.16 plus interests and costs. Premises will be sold subject to provisions of filed Judgment Index # 610708/2017. This sale may be subject to the US Dept of the Treasury’s Financial Crimes Enforcement Network Real Estate Reporting Rule. In such event, all purchasers are required to provide the information needed for proper reporting in accordance with the terms of sale. Jon Ward, Referee FRENKEL LAMBERT WEISMAN & GORDON LLP 53 Gibson Street Bay Shore, NY 11706 90854 161473

LEGAL NOTICE NOTICE OF FORMATION of Rebecca Russell Consulting LLC. Arts of Org filed with Secy. of State of NY (SSNY) on June 2, 2026 Office location: Nassau County. SSNY designated as agent upon whom process may be served and shall mail copy of process against LLC to 2406 Central Avenue, Baldwin, NY 11510. Purpose: any lawful act. 161516 LEGAL NOTICE NOTICE OF SALE SUPREME COURT NASSAU COUNTY LAKEVIEW LOAN SERVICING, LLC, Plaintiff against ISABEL C. CHATELAINFLEMING, et al Defendant(s) Attorney for Plaintiff(s) Stern & Eisenberg, P.C., 20 Commerce Drive, Suite 230, Cranford, NJ 07016 and 1131 Route 55, Suite 1, Lagrangeville, NY 12540. Pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered March 24, 2026, I will sell at public auction to the highest bidder at North Side Steps of the Nassau County Supreme Court at 100 Supreme Court Drive, Mineola, NY 11501 on September 17, 2026 at 2:00PM. Premises known as 735 Stanton Avenue, Baldwin, NY 11510 a/k/a Baldwin, NY 11510. Sec 36 Block 394 Lot 194 and 195. All that certain plot, piece or parcel of land, with the buildings and improvements thereon erected, situate, lying

and being in the Town of Hempstead, at Baldwin, County of Nassau and State of New York. Approximate Amount of Judgment is $518,552.03 plus interest, fees, and costs. Premises will be sold subject to provisions of filed Judgment Index No 001529/2017. For sale information, please visit www.Auction.com or call (800) 280-2832. During the COVID-19 health emergency, Bidders are required to comply with all governmental health requirements in effect at the time of the sale including but not limited to wearing face coverings and maintaining social distancing (at least 6feet apart) during the auction, while tendering deposit and at any subsequent closing. Should a bidder fail to comply, the Referee may refuse to accept any bid, cancel the closing and hold the bidder in default. Bidders are also required to comply with the Foreclosure Auction Rules and COVID-19 Health Emergency Rules issued by the Supreme Court of this County in addition to the conditions set forth in the Terms of Sale. If proper social distancing cannot be maintained or there are other health or safety concerns, then the Court Appointed Referee shall cancel the foreclosure auction. Foreclosure Auctions will be held “Rain or Shine.” Ronald J Ferraro, Esq., Referee File # NY2017LCS00006 161718

LEGAL NOTICE NOTICE OF SALE SUPREME COURT NASSAU COUNTY AMERICAN BROKERS CONDUIT C/O AMERICAN HOME MORTGAGE SERVICING, 4600 REGENT BLVD., IRIVNG, 75063, Plaintiff against STEVEN LUBIN, et al Defendant(s) Attorney for Plaintiff(s) Kelley Kronenberg, 111 Broadway, Suite 1205, New York, NY 10006, (800) 484-4381. Pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered July 3, 2007, I will sell at public auction to the highest bidder at North Side Steps of the Nassau County Supreme Court

E-bike rider hospitalized after collision A 57-year-old man was hospitalized Aug. 4 after the e-bike he was operating collided with a vehicle in Baldwin, according to Nassau County police. Police said the man was traveling north on Dorlon Place at a high rate of speed at about 5:43 p.m. when he turned right onto Steele Boulevard and struck a 2005 Dodge driven by a 55-year-old man. The e-bike operator suffered head trauma and was taken to a local hospital, where he was listed in stable condition, police said. The Dodge driver remained at the scene. The investigation is ongoing.

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A 57-year-old e-bike operator was hospitalized with head trauma after colliding with a vehicle near Dorlon Place and Steele Boulevard in Baldwin on — Allyson Ferrari Aug. 4. Police said he was listed in stable condition.

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at 100 Supreme Court Drive, Mineola, NY 11501 on September 14, 2026 at 2:00PM. Premises known as 3017 Grand Boulevard, Baldwin, New York 11510. Sec 54 Block 392 Lot 286. All that certain plot, piece or parcel of land, with the buildings and improvements thereon erected, situate, lying and being at Baldwin, Town of Hempstead, County of Nassau, and State of New York. Approximate Amount of Judgment is $345,288.88 plus interest, fees, and costs. Premises will be sold subject to provisions of filed Judgment Index No 018176/2006. The foreclosure sale will be conducted in accordance with 10th Judicial District’s Covid-19 Policies and foreclosure auction rules. The Referee shall enforce any rules in place regarding facial coverings and social distancing. If proper social distancing cannot be maintained or there are other health or safety concerns, then the Court Appointed Referee shall cancel the foreclosure auction. Foreclosure Auctions will be held “Rain or Shine.” The foreclosure sale discussed herein in this Notice of Sale, is only as to the judgment and rights therefrom and otherwise related to the operative Judgment, renewed by

Order titled “ORDER RELIEVING REFEREE, SUBSTITUTING REFEREE, PROVIDING EXTENSION OF TIME TO CONDUCT FORECLOSURE SALE, AND RENEWING THE JUDGMENT OF FORECLOSURE AND SALE,” granted on January 5, 2026, and entered in the office of the clerk of the within named Court on January 13, 2026. The second mortgage related to this this sale was dated June 13, 2006, and recorded in Nassau County, New York, on June 29, 2006, at Liber 30675 and Page 136. It was reduced to an operative Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale Order, discussing the sum due of $101,705.42, with applicable interest, inter alia, pursuant to the Judgment which was granted on June 22, 2007, and then entered on or about July 3, 2007, and recorded in Nassau County, New York on July 10, 2007, at Book 2978 and Page 237. This judgment has been renewed by Court Order as discussed above and herein. Lori B DeCapua, Esq., Referee File # 5117.000091 161724

LEGAL NOTICE NOTICE OF SALE SUPREME COURT COUNTY OF NASSAU State of New York Mortgage Agency, Plaintiff AGAINST Tricia Mayers, Defendant(s)

Pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale duly entered January 16, 2025, I, the undersigned Referee will sell at public auction at the North Side steps of the Nassau County Supreme Court, 100 Supreme Court Drive, Mineola, NY 11501 on September 15, 2026 at 2:00 PM, premises known as 1771 Browning Street, Baldwin, NY 11510 a/k/a 1771 Browning Street, North Baldwin, NY 11510. All that certain plot piece or parcel of land, with the buildings and improvements erected, situate, lying and being at Baldwin, Town of Hempstead, Nassau County and State of New York, Section: 36 Block: 409 Lots: 540 and 541. Approximate amount of judgment $541,907.57 plus interest and costs. Premises will be sold subject to provisions of filed Judgment Index #607830/2018. Mark Ricciardi, Esq., Referee McCalla Raymer Leibert Pierce, LLC 420 Lexington Avenue-Suite 840 New York, NY 10170 21-07453NY 90515 161654

LEGAL NOTICE NOTICE OF SALE SUPREME COURT COUNTY OF NASSAU, U.S. BANK TRUST NATIONAL ASSOCIATION, AS TRUSTEE OF THE CHALET SERIES IV TRUST, Plaintiff, vs. GIUSEPPA LALLI A/K/A

JOSEPHINE LALLI A/K/A JOSIE LALLI A/K/A JOSEPHINE DIBENEDETTO A/K/A JOSIE DIBENEDETTO A/K/A GIUSEPPA DIBENEDETTO, ET AL., Defendant(s). Pursuant to an Order Confirming Referee Report and Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale duly entered on July 13, 2026, I, the undersigned Referee will sell at public auction on the front steps on the north side of the Nassau County Supreme Court, 100 Supreme Court Drive, Mineola, NY 11501 on September 17, 2026 at 2:00 p.m., premises known as 3439 Colony Drive, Baldwin, NY 11510. All that certain plot, piece or parcel of land, with the buildings and improvements thereon erected, situate, lying and being at Baldwin, Town of Hempstead, County of Nassau and State of New York, Section 54, Block 340 and Lot 114. Approximate amount of judgment is $557,561.30 plus interest and costs. Premises will be sold subject to provisions of filed Judgment Index # 608874/2022. Scott H. Siller, Esq., Referee Friedman Vartolo LLP, 85 Broad Street, Suite 501, New York, New York 10004, Attorneys for Plaintiff. Firm File No.:200739-2 161702 To place a notice here call us at 516-569-4000 x232 or send an email to: legalnotices@liherald.com

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wo weeks ago, the Mets honored their 1986 team on the 40th anniversary of its World Series championship season. That was the last time the Mets won it all, and unfortunately, it looks like it will be a while before they reach that pinnacle again. That 1986 team was one for the ages, replete with stars, superstars and gritty players who never quit. It was also a team known for what might have been. No Mets squad before or since has had a better season, or such a complete unit with so much talent, ego, disparate personalities and a manager who could fit all the pieces together and make them work so remarkably close to perfection. The team won 108 regular-season games, the ninth-highest in history, and finished 21½ games ahead of their closest NL East rival, the Phillies. The most spectacular superstar was Dwight Gooden, a boy wonder who at 21 had more pitching achievements than anyone ever at his age. Similarly, Darryl

Strawberry, a young slugger with limitless ability, seemed to be headed to the Hall of Fame. Gary Carter was baseball’s leading catcher, and a clutch power hitter who did have a Hall of Fame career. Team leader Keith Hernandez was a fierce competitor, and generally acknowledged to be the best defensive first basemen ever. Other players, though not quite superstars, were top-flight talent who knew how to win: pitchers Ron Darling, Bobby Ojeda and Jesse Orosco and fielders Ray Knight, Howard Johnson, Mookie Wilson, Kevin Mitchell, Tim Teuffel and Lee Mazilli. There were also brawlers like Wally Backman and Lenny Dykstra, who would do virtually anything to win. The ringmaster of this assemblage was Manager Davey Johnson, who was not only one of the first managers to use a computer, but also relied on gut instinct. Johnson was a unique oldschool/analytics composite. The playoff series against the Astros, highlighted by a sixth-game, 16-inning come-from-behind win, put the Mets in the Series against the Red Sox, which proved to be a classic. The

Mets were one out away from losing the sixth game, and the Series, when they staged a miracle comeback to win, and then took Game Seven as well. They were on top of the baseball world, and looking like a dynasty for years to come. But it wasn’t to be. The first sign of what was to come went largely unnoticed at the time. Gooden was missing from the ticker-tape parade up Fifth Avenue. Fans were told he had overslept after too much celebration, but the reality, as would become known the following year, was that Gooden was a drug addict and had missed the parade because he was on a cocaine binge. While he would have several more good seasons, he was never the same. Strawberry had troubles of his own, and left the Mets for the Dodgers after the 1990 season. Like Gooden, Strawberry had serious drug problems, and never played again as a regular after 1991. Several other key players in the ’86 soon left the Mets. After a contract squabble, Knight left for Baltimore. Mitchell was traded because he was considered a disruptive influence, and

rom boy wonders to brawlers to a future Hall of Famer, they were a unique squad.

Dykstra was always a self-destructive wild man. He was traded to the Phillies in ’89. After he retired, Dykstra served in prison for crimes including bankruptcy fraud, money laundering, grand theft and making terrorist threats. For a host of reasons, the Mets never again had the cohesion they had in 1986. I should add that Strawberry went on to overcome his drug problems, and cancer, and is now a true model citizen. I’ve met him a number of times and seen him interact with young kids. You couldn’t ask for a nicer guy. Gooden has had his ups and downs but is also, by all accounts, a good guy. Certainly he has been that way whenever I’ve seen him at events. I’ve also had the chance to meet other 1986 Mets, including Hernandez, Darling, Teuffel and Wilson, and they’re all a credit to the game. Gooden, Strawberry, Hernandez and Howard Johnson were elected to the Mets Hall of Fame, and Carter was inducted into the Baseball Hall of Fame in Cooperstown. Most of all, to Mets fans, the ’86 team will always bring back great memories. Let’s go, Mets! Peter King is a former congressman, and a former chair of the House Committee on Homeland Security. Comments? pking@ liherald.com.

On progressive Democrats, misbehavers and oldsters

s the midsummer mark came and went, the nation was dealing with two types of heat waves. One has scorched communities throughout the country with conditions that were never anticipated by any weather forecaster. The other is occurring in Washington, D.C., and around the country, in the form of political scandals and party upheavals whose results will play out in November. It’s difficult to choose one event as the most dramatic, but it’s worth recounting them one by one. The Michigan Democratic primary produced an unexpected victory by progressive candidate Dr. Abdul El-Sayed. President Trump won the state of Michigan in three elections, but with his popularity at an all-time low, a far-left candidate who won on the issue of affordability shouldn’t be counted out. And New York City residents shouldn’t be surprised by the Michigan result, considering that there’s a socialist mayor in City Hall. Republicans of every color of the

political spectrum are jumping for joy over the Michigan results, but the socialist-aligned El-Sayed could well upset the apple cart thanks to a very unpopular president, who is losing support nationally from independents and some Republicans. A Trump-endorsed candidate might not be as popular in November as party officials think. Back in the nation’s capital, Republicans are facing numerous headwinds. Two members of Congress have been accused of conduct that is disqualifying in the current climate. Rep. Chuck Edwards, of North Carolina, dropped his re-election bid after the House Ethics Committee released a report finding that he engaged in inappropriate conduct with congressional staff members. And as of this writing, Rep. Max Miller, of Ohio, was vowing to continue campaigning for re-election despite growing calls for him to drop out amid reports of alleged spousal abuse. Ordinarily, the missteps of two House members would be of no consequence, but House Republicans have a very small majority, and the potential loss of two seats is a big deal in what promises to be a difficult election year. On top of

that, Republicans are dealing with the problem of rapidly aging Senate members, who are no longer reliable votes when they’re needed. Former Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell, of Kentucky, has been hospitalized for weeks, and his potential to return to work is questionable. Like the House, the Senate is a big headache for Republicans. There the average age is 64, compared with the average age of 57 for the House. Sen. Charles Grassley, of Iowa, is 92, and he has many oldtimers to keep him company on the Senate floor. While Sen. Bernie Sanders, the Vermont independent, is 84, and Angus King, the independent from Maine, is 82, the Democrats aren’t in trouble if either of them is sidelined. Contrast these old guys with Senators Jon Ossoff, of Georgia, and Andy Kim, of New Jersey, who are 39 and 44, respectively. Not everyone is sitting still when it comes to the large number of aging elected officials. Nick Tomboulides, the head of U.S. Term Limits, a nonpartisan group, is seeking to limit the number of terms that federal officials can serve in office to three terms, or six years, in the

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House and two terms, or 12 years, in the Senate. Tomboulides says that “incumbency is the problem for elected officials who can easily be re-elected and view their positions as a lifetime job.” What compels public officials to stay in office long after their shelf life seems to have expired? Some simply love the job and enjoy the prestige that comes with it. They have no problem getting restaurant reservations, and love being catered to by the airlines. Others actually focus on getting things done, and their experience is of great value when it comes to government problem-solving. But today there are many much younger people who are ready, willing and able to take on the challenge of public life. To date, Congress has been largely unwilling to discipline its members when they engage in unprofessional conduct. Many members know about colleagues who break the rules but are afraid to blow the whistle on them. And as for the aging senators, it’s up to the voters to give them a hard look, and not just vote for the most familiar faces. Jerry Kremer was a state assemblyman for 23 years, and chaired the Assembly’s Ways and Means Committee for 12 years. He currently chairs the Capitol Insight Group, a government relations firm. Comments? jkremer@liherald.com.

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letters Time to stop Liberty Water rate increases To the Editor: Merrick and Bellmore residents face an outrageous 37 percent water bill increase requested by Liberty Utilities. Coupled with annual hikes of 13 percent to 17 percent between 2024 and 2026, our water costs will have nearly doubled since Liberty took control in 2022. Forcing neighbors to absorb another massive increase for a basic necessity is unacceptable when a solution already exists to lower our water bills. In November 2021, New York state created the South Nassau Water Authority to transition our water system into a public, taxexempt entity. Because public authorities operate without corporate profits or special tax burdens, this transition would immediately lower our water bills. Yet nearly five years later, the SNWA board has made no tangible

before them. Every election, from town boards and county legislatures to statewide offices, affects the quality of life in our neighborhoods. Decisions made by those officials influence taxes, zoning, infrastructure, emergency services, transportation, parks and economic development. Polling has a legitimate place in politics. It can reveal public concerns and identify emerging issues. But it also has limitations. It reflects opinions only at the time respondents are surveyed, and history has shown that polls can miss late shifts in public sentiment. More important, polls do not tell voters which candidate has the best ideas or values. That requires looking beyond campaign commercials, viral video clips and carefully crafted slogans. Voters should compare candidates’ positions on the issues that matter most. How would they address property taxes? What are their plans for housing, public safety and education? How would they manage taxpayer dollars? What are their priorities for infrastructure and economic growth? Fortunately, the information is available. Attend candidate debates and forums. Read policy proposals and campaign websites. Learn about incumbents’ records instead of relying solely on their promises. Ask candidates thoughtful questions when they appear

before civic groups and community organizations. Read the Herald, which follows local government throughout the year, not just during campaign season. The closer elections become, the more intense the horse-race coverage usually gets. Headlines focus on who gained two percentage points or whose campaign appears to have more energy. Yet when the votes are counted and the campaign signs come down, those numbers quickly fade into history. When Election Day arrives, the latest polls will no longer matter. The decisions made by those who are elected will. Budgets will be adopted, services funded, roads repaired, development approved and taxes set. Those choices affect residents long after campaign momentum has faded. An informed vote is one of the most powerful tools any citizen possesses. It should be based not on who appears to be winning, but on who has earned the public’s confidence with his or her ideas, experience and clear vision for the future. This election season, ignore the scoreboard. Study the issues. Evaluate the candidates. Ask difficult questions. Then cast your ballot based on informed judgment. That is how democracy works best, and how our communities will be best served.

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hether I’m at a community event, meeting with constituents or talking with neighbors, I often hear the same concern: it is increasingly harder to afford living on Long Island. Families are feeling squeezed by rising utility bills and higher auto insurance premiums, housing, health care and child care costs, all combined with the economic instability of our global markets, which drives everyday expenses up. In Albany, I prioritized feasible legislative solutions that ease this financial burden so families can continue to work, raise their children and revitalize our local economy. Affordability isn’t a single policy, but it’s an issue that shapes nearly every decision made in your household. I believe the government has a responsibility to ease people’s financial burden by lowering overall costs where possible, holding corporations accountable, and investing in our state’s services and workforce. This legislative session reflects that commitment through practical investments, reforms and measures designed to lower costs and prop-

Letters progress. There is no timeline for the transition, no contract for sale, and no negotiations on sale price. Meanwhile, the Republican-controlled Town of Hempstead, under Supervisor John Ferretti, and the Nassau County Legislature, under Executive Bruce Blakeman, who appointed the SNWA board, remain silent. They refuse to pressure the board to act or replace them for their inaction. The longer our elected officials fail to act, the more residents will see unnecessary increases in the cost of basic necessities. Residents must stop accepting this broken status quo. We must show up, speak out, and demand that our officials deliver the public water system promised years ago.

erty taxes for working families and small businesses. One of the biggest concerns is the rising cost of utilities. For too long, Long Islanders have wondered whether they can absorb another increase in their electric or gas bill. This year’s stjhate budget, which I supported, increases oversight of utility companies by strengthening scrutiny of executive compensation, rates of return, and costs passed on to consumers. Simply put, the budget favors ratepayers over utilities when they seek rate increases, increasing transparency and accountability in a rate-setting process that all too often excludes the most important voices, ratepayers. The budget also established the Protecting Our Wallets Energy Rebates program, providing energy rebate checks for eligible households. Joint filers with incomes under $150,000 will receive a $200 check, those between $150,000 and $300,000 will receive a $150 check, and single filers under $150,000 will receive a $100 check. This initiative will helps alleviate the financial pressures people are facing. Keeping costs down also means making informed decisions about our energy future. That’s why I supported a responsible pause on large-scale data center

expansion while our state agencies evaluate their long-term impact on utility costs and on the resources of local municipalities. While these projects create temporary construction jobs, they also place enormous demands on our electric grid that drive up costs that shouldn’t be passed on to ratepayers. Studying the long-term effects of data centers helps ensure that economic development doesn’t come at the expense of higher utility bills or our quality of life. Auto insurance is another growing burden for many families. Too often, people with clean driving records find themselves paying more because of fraud, costly litigation or outdated rating practices. I’m proud to have advanced reforms that limit excessive insurance profits and require those profits to be returned to policyholders. Just as important, insurers are no longer permitted to base rates on factors such as ZIP code, education level, occupation or homeownership status, ensuring fairness and equitable rate-setting practices across the board for prospective or current policyholders. Affordability also means making it possible for parents to remain in the workforce. This year’s budget includes a $3 billion investment in child care subsidies, along with a restored $116 million

ffordability isn’t a single policy, but it shapes nearly every decision in your household.

for after-school programs and community-based child care services, helping more families balance work and raising children. Finally, we must ensure that Long Island remains economically viable for our seniors, who are facing a 62 percent increase in poverty driven by soaring utility bills and health care costs, alongside young families building their futures. I advocated for $250 million for affordable housing development in the state budget, creating more opportunities for residents to remain in the communities they call home. When our teachers, first responders, health care workers, skilled tradespeople, small business owners, seniors and young professionals can afford to live here, we all reap the benefits. The financial challenges facing New Yorkers didn’t appear overnight, and they won’t disappear overnight. But by lowering utility costs, reforming auto insurance, expanding access to child care, investing in housing and providing direct financial relief, I remain fully committed to delivering on pragmatic policies that lower costs and ensure that Long Island remains a place where families can thrive. While no single program can solve the entirety of the affordability crisis we are facing, these initiatives are a good start, while recognizing that there is still much work to be done. Judy Griffin represents the 21st Assembly District.

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MICHAEL VANuNu Merrick Editors’ note: In June, Town of Hempstead Supervisor John Ferretti called on state regulators to reject Liberty New York Water’s proposed rate increases, arguing that the hikes would place an undue burden on Long Island residents already struggling with rising costs.

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