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Police address growing e-bike concerns Class 1 e-bikes are allowed on Nassau County roads with speed limits of 30 mph or less. Police have been cracking Riders under 18 are required to down on the illegal use of wear a helmet. “We are making stops on e-bikes in the 5th Precinct, seizing dozens of the vehicles from these e-bikes,” Skrynecki said. Skrynecki said young people who many of the riders have been wreaking break traffic laws, havoc on local pointing to the streets, Inspector excessive speed of Scott E. Skrynecki some e-bikes and said during a recent meeting of the Comthe potential danger munity League of to both riders and Garden City South. pedestrians. During the Aug. 5 “These kids don’t meeting, Nassau know how to handle County police offian e-bike that goes cials spoke with res30 miles an hour,” idents about safety he said. concerns, enforceAccording to ment and the role Skrynecki, police parents and commuhave responded to nity members can INS. ScoTT E. serious e-bike crashplay in preventing SkRYNEckI es, including fatalithe dangerous opercommanding officer, t i e s i n v o l v i n g ation of e-bikes. e-bikes across the 5th Precinct Skrynecki, comcounty. manding officer of He said officers the 5th Precinct, which also also have seen riders traveling covers Elmont and Franklin the wrong way on sidewalks Square, said that officers have and through areas where pedesbeen actively enforcing e-bike trians may not expect fast-movlaws as complaints about reck- ing bikes. less riding have increased. As a result, the department Under New York state law, Nas- has intensified enforcement, he sau County riders must be at said. Skrynecki said that when least 16 to operate an e-bike. Continued on page 9

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Belmont Park opens doors to new jobs Prospective employees gathered at the Elmont Memorial Library on Aug. 19 to interview for jobs at the new Belmont Park ahead of its Sept. 18 opening. The New York Racing Association hosted the job fair to recruit workers for several positions. Applicants met with representatives and explored opportunities at the new sports and entertainment destination. Above, Peter Yezzi, vice president of Integrated Staffing, a company in upstate Saratoga Springs, helped register job candidates. At right, Chase Sattali prepared for an interview for a position in guest services. Story, more photos, Page 8.

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Eisenhower Park becomes a stage for hometown heroes Elmont American Legion member and Nassau County Veterans Service Agency Director Ralph Esposito joined Nassau County Executive Bruce Blakeman in hosting Nassau County’s 39th annual Salute to Veterans ceremony and concert Aug. 1 at Eisenhower Park. Veterans, their families and community members gathered at the park’s Lakeside Theatre in East Meadow to honor local veterans and recognize the service and sacrifices of those who have served in the U.S. armed forces. Esposito, who is a member of an Elmont American Legion post, helped lead the annual celebration, giving the event a local connection for Elmont residents. The ceremony recognized this year’s veteran honorees and brought

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veterans and their families together with residents from across Nassau County. Following the ceremony, attendees enjoyed live music from The American Bombshells, a group known for performing for and supporting veterans, activeduty military members and their families. Desert Highway, an Eagles tribute band, also performed during the evening concert. The Salute to Veterans is an annual Nassau County tradition that gives residents an opportunity to come together and show their appreciation for veterans and the sacrifices they and their families have made. –Jordan Vallone

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Fire department drill teams from across New York State gathered on Weir Street in Hempstead Aug. 15 for the 2026 New York State Championship Drill, competing in a series of events testing speed, efficiency and teamwork. The championship weekend was hosted by the Hempstead, South Hempstead and West Hempstead fire departments, with the West Hempstead Fire Department and its Westerners Drill Team helping host the competition. The Central Islip Hoboes captured the state championship with 28 points, the East Islip Guzzlers finished second with 17 points and the Spencerport Red Onions made third with 15.5 points. South Hempstead Rascals finished at fourth place with nine points with Miller Place Extinguishers following behind in fifth with seven points. Firematic competition has a history stretching back more than a century in New York. Fire departments originally competed in events testing fundamental skills such as stretching hoses and raising ladders, later incorporating motorized firefighting equipment as it became commonplace. The competitions have evolved into tests of speed, firefighting skills and teamwork, while giving volunteer firefighters opportuni-

The parade began Aug. 16 from the South Hempstead Fire Department to the Weir Street arch. The Hempstead fire fighters participated in the parade. ties to practice basic proficiencies, build physical fitness and develop the teamwork used during emergency responses.

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Hempstead Fire Department member takes a 1914 Ford Model T fire engine to give spectators a glimpse of firefighting history.

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Elmont secures five year service contracts By HAILEY FULMER hfulmer@liherald.com

Residents in East Franklin Square and North Valley Stream had an opportunity to decide which library will provide services to their communities for the next five years, giving voters in the two unserved areas a say in where their local library tax dollars will go. The special election, held from noon to 9 p.m. Aug. 18, was organized by the Town of Hempstead. The election is part of a process that allows communities without their own library district to select a home library. Under the system, residents agree to have their area taxed for library services, with the winning library’s proposal determining the contract and cost for the next five years. The Town of Hempstead said the special election is required before a contract can be approved. Aviva Kane, director of the Franklin Square Public Library, said the process can be confusing because library funding on Long Island is structured differently from systems in other parts of New York. “It’s very complicated when it comes to layers of government,” Kane said. Kane said choosing a home library does not prevent residents from using other libraries. Residents can still visit other libraries, attend their programs and borrow materials when permitted. However, having a home library can provide additional benefits, including

access to certain programs, museum the special election and provides them passes, databases and electronic materi- with information about the prospective libraries, as well as voting times and als offered by that particular library. “Nothing prevents you from using locations.” According to results provided by the the library in lots of different ways,” Kane said. “But home library means Town of Hempstead on Aug. 19, the Elmont Memorial Library led in both some preferential access.” The amount residents pay can also funding districts following Tuesday night’s canvass. differ from one library disIn North Valley Stream, trict to another. Kane said Elmont received 214 votes, the Nassau Library System compared with nine for calculates the net local pubWaldinger Memorial Library lic support per capita, which and one for Franklin Square reflects the amount residents Public Library. The town pay each year toward library said 164 absentee ballots services. She cited different were sent to voters, with 24 per-person costs among nearreceived without errors, five by libraries, including received with ballot envelope Franklin Square, West errors and seven affidavit Hempstead and Elmont. ballots requiring research. For Kane, the election rep- AvIvA KAnE The town said those ballots resented an opportunity for director, could not change the result residents in the two funding Franklin Square of the Tuesday night canvass districts to determine which Library and that Elmont was the library services best fit their winner. communities. In East Franklin Square, Elmont “Your library, your choice,” she said. Town of Hempstead Communica- received 81 votes, while Franklin Square tions Director Brian Devine said the received 37. Waldinger Memorial special election gives residents in these Library and Lakeview Public Library districts a direct role in determining each received no votes. The town said 45 absentee ballots were sent to voters, their library services. “Residents living within these with five received without errors and library funding districts have a special one received with a ballot envelope opportunity to cast their vote and error. No affidavit ballots required decide which library will provide ser- research. One spoiled ballot was not vices to their communities for the next counted. Kane congratulated Elmont Memorifive years,” Devine said. “The Town of Hempstead notifies district residents of al Library following the election results

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and acknowledged the support shown by voters in both communities. “We want to congratulate the Elmont Memorial Library on a successful campaign to continue to serve East Franklin Square and North Valley Stream communities,” Kane wrote in an email to the Herald. “While Franklin Square did not win either election, we are honored at the number of voters that came out to choose their home library.” Kane also emphasized that the election does not prevent residents from continuing to use Franklin Square Public Library. “Elmont is lucky to have such a wonderful and welcoming library. And rest assured, patrons can continue to utilize the services at Franklin Square,” she wrote. The special election also highlights the differences in how public libraries are funded across Nassau County. Rather than operating as one countywide system, individual libraries generally serve their own tax districts, while the Nassau Library System provides an overarching network and support structure. For residents in East Franklin Square and North Valley Stream, the Aug. 18 vote provided an opportunity to determine which library will serve as their home library and receive their local library tax support for the next five years. As of the town’s Aug. 19 canvass, Elmont Memorial Library had won both funding districts, with East Franklin Square’s outstanding absentee ballots scheduled to be counted Aug. 26.

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t the beginning of summer, I felt like I had all the time in the world. Now, somehow, I’m looking at the calendar and realizing summer is almost over and 10th grade is about to begin. This summer was more than just a break from school. I spent time at my internship, where I experienced what it was like to work as a student journalist. I read books, drew, painted, wrote and went on bike rides. I spent time doing

things I genuinely enjoy without always thinking about how quickly those days were passing. That’s the strange thing about time. When you’re living in a moment, you don’t usually think about how quickly it’s going. An ordinary afternoon can feel insignificant until months later, when you realize you would give anything to experience it again. I’ve had moments this summer when I’ve caught myself thinking, “I’m going

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to miss this.” Maybe I’m riding my bike, sitting outside, working on something I enjoy or laughing with people I care about. Nothing extraordinary is happening, but I know that someday I’ll look back and realize I was living a moment I’ll never get back. This is also the last summer I’ll have before sophomore year. I’ll never again be exactly this age, living this exact version of my life with these same people, interests and experiences. That’s both exciting and a little sad. I’m starting 10th grade with mixed feelings. I’m excited for new classes, new experiences and everything that comes with being a sophomore. I’m also nervous because every new year brings something unfamiliar. Freshman year feels like it just started, yet somehow it’s already over. Adults often tell teenagers that time goes by quickly. I used to hear that and not think much about it. Now I’m beginning to understand. Time doesn’t announce when it’s leaving. It just keeps moving while we’re busy living. As this summer and my internship come to an end, I keep thinking about

how this was my first job and experience in the working world. When I started, I was nervous about what to expect. Now, I’m leaving with new experiences, memories and a better idea of what I’m capable of with my words. One day, I’ll probably look back at this summer and realize how quickly it ahane bidi passed. I won’t remember every ordinary afternoon or bike ride, but I’ll remember how it felt to be this age, starting my first internship and getting ready for sophomore year. I only get to live this summer once, so maybe the best thing I can do is appreciate this chapter of my life.

Jahane Abidi is the student columnist for W. Tresper Clarke High School.

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A lifetime of Franklin Square memories for Mary Anne Grey Square School District. I taught at John Street and Washington Street, and Paul van Wie had contacted me at some point. I A: I grew up in Franklin had gone to several meetings, Square. I’ve lived here all my and he asked if, when life, and I guess my the museum was earliest memory open and ready, if I would be just a great would be interested neighborhood and in being a docent. great friends and a And I said yes, I deficommunity that was nitely would, because always together. It I just love working was just a great with children, and I childhood memory. knew there were Kids went out and plans to have classes played, very differcome in from the eleent than today a litMary anne Gray mentary school and tle bit because of high school to visit. the way things are, but it was just a great place to Q: What made you decide to grow up. take on the role of co-president? Q: How did you first become A: I am the president, coinvolved with the Franklin president. Paul and I are coSquare Historical Society? presidents. There was an openA : I taught in Franklin ing. We had an unexpected Square. I worked at the Franklin opening, and someone needed

Q: Is there a particular piece of local history or artifact at the museum that has stood out to you?

Q: What is your earliest memory of growing up in Franklin Square?

A: Of course, I definitely love everything about the school. When the kids come in, when the classes come in, I’m usually involved in the school part of it. Certainly, I went to John Street and I taught there, and I taught at Washington Street. The schools and the history from the schools, the bank, Franklin Bank, which I remember going to as a child, and with my mother walking into town and going to the bank, and just everything about it. The fire department memorabilia, the artifacts we have from the fire department, certainly what we have from 9/11 is very touching and important to me. But just everything, seeing all these things and saying, ‘Oh, I remember doing that. I

remember going there.’ It’s kind of fun. Q: Why is preserving Franklin Square’s history important to you personally? A: It’s exciting seeing people that have lived here a long time come in and see things and say, ‘Oh, I remember that.’ But I think the most important thing is sharing that with the young members of our community and seeing their faces. They really are interested. When they see those typewriters, to them it’s like, ‘Wow, what is this?’ It’s just exciting to share with them how they were used, how the schools, the desks that we had are different today. We always talk about how this looks like your classroom, or how this looks like your kitchen, and trying to make that connection between then and now. We have a very rich history. Q: If you could go back in time, is there a particular part of your Franklin Square childhood that you would want to experience again? A:Well, certainly, I had a great school experience. I guess that’s why I wanted to be a teacher. And teaching in Franklin Square was like the dream job because I taught at John

Street first, where I went, and that was like being home. Then I went over to Washington Street, where my kids went, and I was involved there as a parent before a teacher, so that was important.” I have great memories from Carey. My husband and I met there, and I was involved there in many activities as a student, and it was just a great, great time.” Q: What are some of the things the Historical Society is working on and looking forward to? A: We’re actually getting ready in September to have a display of school artifacts. It’s Carey’s 70th birthday this year. So we are having a display of Carey items, the artifacts that we own, and we will be having that on display for the month of September. We were able to purchase a class set of iPads through a grant from Assemblywoman Solages’ office, which was wonderful, and we will be putting those to work because the fourth graders that are coming this year were there as first graders. We needed to change things up a little bit and give them a little bit of a different perspective on what they were doing there. We’re going to use those iPads, and it’s exciting.

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Hofstra University’s women’s soccer team encountered plenty of gridlock during last year’s 6-5-7 season that featured seven straight ties and is seeking a breakthrough fall that yields a deep postseason run. The Pride’s historic draw streak lasted a month from Aug. 28 to Sept. 28 as part of a frustrating campaign in which Hofstra finished 3-3-3 in the Coastal Athletic Association (CAA) and qualified for the conference tournament with a 3-2 win at Stony Brook in the regularseason finale. The Seawolves ended Hofstra’s season four days later with a 2-1 overtime win in the CAA North Division quarterfinals created plenty of hunger for the Pride’s 14 returning players. “They were disappointed in the way it ended,” said 21st-year Hofstra head coach Simon Riddiough. “They have all worked very hard and had good energy in the preseason but we are very young with a lot of new players.” Hofstra will look for more wins with a largely new roster that includes 13 newcomers. The Pride lost nearly 80 percent of last year’s scoring. The top returning scorers are junior forward Hailey Moschitta and senior defender Alexia Des Croisselles, who each tallied two goals apiece. Riddiough said he hopes for a collective scoring effort this fall with a number of potential goal scorers in Maggie Peterson, Kendyl Peterson and Jadyn Hsu at the forward position along with freshman midfielder Mia Claro, an AllState player from Kellenberg. Veteran fifth-year midfielder Amy Meadows also could be a key offensive force and she tallied Hofstra’s lone goal in a season-opening 3-1 loss at St. Joseph’s on Aug. 15. Senior midfielder Alexia Bromfield, who came off bench to score a late tying goal in Hofstra’s 1-1 draw with Columbia on Aug. 21, adds to Hofstra’s offensive depth. “We’re going to be relying on a collective team effort,” Riddiough said. “Set pieces are going to be especially important.” The backline is anchored by senior fender Sasha McTiffin, a preseason AllCAA honorable mention selection. The defense also returns Des Croisselles, junior Emma Johnson and sophomore Jessica Martin. Senior Jill Conlon, a former two-time All-County player at Calhoun High School in North Merrick, adds depth to the defensive roster after missing last season with an injury. Freshman Ryann Zydor, who earned All-State honors at Oceanside High School, is another local product who could see playing time on

Hofstra’s defense is anchored by senior Sasha McTiffin, a preseason All-CAA honorable mention selection. the backline. The defense will be aided by the return of junior goalkeeper Lilly Bailey, a Perth, Australia native, who posted four shutouts and 52 saves last season. “She’s very good with her feet and is very athletic,” Riddiough said of Bailey. “She needs to become a bit more commanding with her communication, but outside of that I’m pretty content with how she is as a goalkeeper.” Hofstra will next host Fordham Aug.

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27 at 7 p.m. and then return home on Sept. 13 to face Ivy League power Brown for a Sunday matinee starting at 1 p.m. The Pride kickoff CAA play on Sept. 20 against Towson at 1 p.m. The Pride were picked to finish third in the CAA’s six-team North Division behind Stony Brook and Monmouth and ahead of Towson, Northeastern and Drexel. A top three standings finish would qualify Hofstra for a 10th straight CAA playoffs and 19th time in 21 years since Riddiough took com-

mand of the program with a chance to earn an automatic qualifier into the NCAA Tournament. “There’s going to be a lot of parity and hopefully by the time conference play starts we’ve got ourselves sorted and we can challenge people and get ourselves into the playoffs again,” Riddiough said. “We’re a young team and we’re going to learn and take our lumps early and hopefully by conference season we’ll be ready to get some results.”

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Fall is just around the corner, and Plattduetsche Park is giving residents plenty of reasons to get outside and enjoy the season. From German food and live music to a festival celebrating one of fall’s favorite fruits, the park’s lineup has something for families, friends and anyone looking for a fun weekend activity. Here are three events to add to your fall calendar.

Spend the day enjoying German food and music at Ompahfest

Grab some friends and enjoy an evening at Oktoberfest

Try something new at Plattduetsche Park’s Applefest

Ompahfest returns Sept. 20 from 11 a.m. to 9 p.m. for a day celebrating German-American heritage, culture and tradition. The festival will feature Bavarian-style “oompah” music, traditional German food, beer, games and activities throughout the day. Visitors can enjoy bratwurst, frankfurters, Bavarian pretzels with beer cheese, German potato salad, potato pancakes with applesauce and farmer’s sausage. Guests can also browse vendors selling imported German goods, jewelry and crafts. Raffles, games and other activities will add to the celebration, giving visitors plenty to enjoy throughout the day.

Plattduetsche Park will keep the Oktoberfest celebrations going on Oct. 2, 3, 10 and 11. The evening events on Oct. 2, 3 and 10 run from 6:30 to 10:30 p.m., while the Oct. 11 celebration runs from 1 to 5 p.m. Guests can enjoy Oktoberfest specialties and beer while listening to live German music from Die Spitzbuam and the park’s own brass band, Foehrer Musik Freunde. Admission is $8. With live music, food and drinks, the celebrations offer an easy way to spend an evening or afternoon with friends and family.

Apples will get their own moment in the spotlight during Applefest at Plattduetsche Park this fall. The new food festival will celebrate the fruit in plenty of different ways, so visitors shouldn’t expect to find only apple strudel. Along with apple-inspired dishes, the event will feature live bands, German food and beer. It’s a chance to enjoy classic fall flavors while spending time with friends and family. Whether you have a sweet tooth or simply want to try something new, Applefest offers a fun way to welcome the season at Plattduetsche Park.

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Dozens of job seekers filled the Elmont Memorial Library on Aug. 19, hoping to land a position at the newly redeveloped Belmont Park before its Sept. 18 opening. The New York Racing Association held the job fair from 2 to 7 p.m. in the library’s theater room, where prospective employees met with NYRA representatives and learned more about the jobs available at the new facility. NYRA is looking to fill positions in box office operations, admissions, guest services, hospitality, sales and promotional services. Applicants had to be at least 18 years old and bring a valid photo ID and Social Security card or other acceptable I-9 documentation. Those hired must be available to work during the Sept. 18-20 opening weekend, as well as additional weekends and event days throughout the year. Joseph Weber, senior associate of communications for NYRA, said the organization expected about 300 people to attend. “This is our second one for Belmont,” Weber said. NYRA also regularly holds job fairs near its other tracks, including in Saratoga Springs. For Weber, holding the job fair in Elmont was a natural choice because of the library’s proximity to Belmont Park. He said NYRA wanted to give people who live nearby an early opportunity to apply. Among those waiting to interview was Keneisha Hylton, who was hoping to work in the box office. “I saw the listing on Facebook,” Hylton said. Thalia Chery, who attended the job

fair with Hylton, was interviewing for a guest services position. For NYRA, the hiring push is about more than filling positions for opening weekend. Weber said the organization is also looking for employees who can work at Belmont Park as its schedule grows. “We’re not only hiring for the present September 18th opening, but also for the coming year,” Weber said. The new Belmont Park is the result of a three-year redevelopment project that is turning the longtime racetrack into a larger sports and entertainment destination. Live racing will return Sept. 18, with the Opening Day card headlined by the Grade 1, $1 million Jockey Club Gold Cup. But racing will not be the only attraction. Belmont Park is expected to host concerts and other entertainment events, which could lead to more opportunities in areas such as sales and marketing. The NYRA plans to make Belmont Park more than just a racetrack by bringing concerts and other entertainment events to the venue. The redevelopment is also creating jobs during the construction process. Weber said more than 400 construction workers were on site as crews worked to finish the new facility ahead of opening day. “I mean, it’s right here at home,” Weber said of the project’s local impact. With Belmont Park’s opening just weeks away, the job fair gave local residents a chance to get involved in the next chapter of a destination that has been part of the Elmont community for generations. For those waiting in line at the library, it was also a chance to take a first step toward becoming part of the workforce at the new Belmont Park.

E-bike safety issues discussed at meeting officers see e-bikes being used illegally, they are impounded and riders can face fines of up to $700, in addition to costs associated with retrieving an impounded bike. Skrynecki urged residents to report dangerous e-bike activity when they see it taking place. He added that police must prioritize emergency calls, but information from residents can help officers identify problem areas and respond to recurring issues. “Please report those kinds of things as they’re happening,” Skrynecki told residents at the meeting. Thomas Daly, assistant commissioner of the 5th Precinct, said community members can also help police identify e-bike activity before it escalates into an even bigger problem. He said the department is looking into ways to make it easier for residents to submit information electronically. Daly said officers have encountered groups of young people who have used social media to plan a place to gather and ride together. While a small group of children riding in a park may not initially appear dangerous, larger groups can quickly become disruptive, he said. Daly also discussed the department’s approach when e-bike riders flee from officers, adding that police must weigh the potential risks of a pursuit. Skrynecki explained that officers generally will not engage in a high-speed chase of someone on an e-bike because of the potential danger to the rider, pedestrians and other motorists. “A kid on an e-bike, it’s a no-go,” Skrynecki said, “because the chance of us chasing after them and them injuring themselves or someone else is just not worth the risk.” He said choosing not to pursue e-bike riders, howev-

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thomas daly, assistant commissioner of the 5th precinct, addressed e-bike safety and enforcement during the Community League’s august meeting. er, does not mean police are ignoring them. Officers can use other investigative tools, including obtaining license plate information, reviewing video footage and using the department’s intelligence resources to later identify riders. The issue of the dangerous use of e-bikes also comes as police continue to monitor large gatherings and so-called youth “takeovers” organized through social media. Skrynecki said some events have been organized by teenagers online, drawing young people

from outside the immediate community. Police from the 5th Precinct have used their intelligence unit and problem-oriented policing officers to monitor social media and have successfully prevented large gatherings. Skrynecki said officers have blocked several planned takeovers by identifying them in advance. Police officials also emphasized that parents play an important role in addressing the issue. Skrynecki said many of the young people riding high-powered e-bikes are children from local communities, making parental awareness and supervision particularly important. He said some e-bikes can cost thousands of dollars, raising questions about how parents may not know what their children are up to or where they are riding. For local civic leaders, cooperation between residents and police is an important part of addressing e-bike concerns. Marge Kelly, president of the Community League of Garden City South, said residents should continue sharing information with police. “As a civic, we can’t do what we do without information from our community, and as the police department, it’s the same thing,” Kelly said. “They need the information to come in, no matter how little you think it is or how big it is.” Police officials said the department’s goal is not simply to issue tickets or seize e-bikes, but to prevent injuries and address dangerous behavior before it becomes a larger problem. Skrynecki said residents should continue reporting concerns and working with officers to identify problems in their neighborhoods. “We want to be proactive,” he said. “We want to hear about things that are going to happen so we can stop them.”

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Islanders’ Palmieri brings hockey and joy NHL forward practices drills with children of military families on East Meadow rink By SEAN KENNEDY Correspondent

The outdoor hockey rinks at Northwell Health Ice Center in East Meadow were filled with joy on Aug. 5, when New York Islanders star Kyle Palmieri hosted more than 50 military families for an afternoon of smiles, goals and fun. Palmieri and his foundation, The Kyle Palmieri Foundation, along with the Islanders, introduced their beloved sport to the children of military members in the form of street hockey, offering each child sticks along with their chance at meeting one of the sport’s best players. “Events like these make the game of hockey a lot more accessible, and for me to connect this to my work with the military, veterans, and their families, is a unique opportunity that I’m excited for,” Palmieri told the Herald at the event in Eisenhower Park. Palmieri and the Islanders worked together with the Tragedy Assistance Program for Survivors, or TAPS, to create a lasting moment for military families and their children. TAPS, which started operating in 1994, works with families grieving the loss of loved ones KYlE PAlmIErI in the military community. Forward, “Kyle has worked with New York Islanders TAPS across multiple teams that he’s played with, and it’s amazing that he’s so willing to give back to the military community,” Morgan Price, a coordinator in TAPS sports and entertainment division, said. “Having someone that has their back, knowing that their sacrifice that their family gave is not going unnoticed, it’s just really amazing.” For Palmieri, helping the military community is also a personal endeavor. One of Palmieri’s sisters, Taylor, served in the National Guard, while one of his brothers-in-law, Stephen Ficchi, served in the U.S. Army. “The military has always been a very important cause for me,” Palmieri said. “The ability to use my platform and be a part of the military community is something that’s always been important to me.” Palmieri, a 35-year-old right winger, was born in Smithtown before moving to New Jersey in his early years. After being drafted out of Notre Dame in the first round by the Anaheim Ducks in 2009, Palmieri was traded to his hometown team, the New Jersey Devils, in 2015. Soon after arriving back in New Jersey, Palmieri and the Devils launched the “Squad21” initiative, allowing active service members and veterans to see a hockey game free of charge. The program carried over when the Islanders traded for Palmieri in 2021, and it became The Kyle Palmieri Foundation. “I started my foundation eight years ago, and it provides an opportunity to do little things like this, to put a smile on a kid’s face or brighten up a family’s day,” Palmieri said. “It’s a great opportunity for them to get out and be a part of the community that they have a lot in common with.” The Islanders organization was eager to help Palmieri in his pursuit of bringing the sport to a demographic deserving of recognition in their own communities. “For us, it’s about giving them an opportunity to learn and to love the game,” Ann Rina, Islanders vice president of community relations, said. “Hopefully,

t provides an opportunity to do little things like this, to put a smile on a kid’s face or brighten up a family’s day.

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Kyle Palmieri, New York Islanders forward, spoke to children of active military personnel at a street hockey clinic at the Northwell Health Ice Center in East Meadow on Aug. 5.

Ceci Warshauer, 10, of Medford, participated in drills.

Dalone Germain, 13, of New Jersey, got a puck past Sparky, the Islanders’ mascot, at the street hockey clinic hosted by the Kyle Palmieri Foundation.

after an event like this, they want to take that hockey stick home and continue their hockey journey.” The event was filled with families watching rinkside, as the children got their first taste of a new sport. Those spectators included Gary Dowling of North Babylon, whose nieces are just discovering the sport and learning from one of hockey’s best players. “They love the Islanders, they love hockey, and it’s cool to hang out with other military families,” Dowling said. “When you have someone like (Palmieri) here, especially when he could be out training or getting ready for the upcoming season, it’s really cool to

see.” Palmieri sustained a season-ending ACL injury during a game last November, while making a spectacular assist on a goal. While he’s progressing well through rehabilitation and is expected to be ready for the season-opener on Sept. 30, he also had his sights on an equally important goal: making sure the kids who attended the street hockey clinic had a memorable experience. “It’s all about them having fun,” Palmieri said. “Hopefully, a couple of them get excited about maybe playing hockey someday.”

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or many, Al Jolson is forever embraced as “The World’s Greatest Entertainer,” and honoring his legacy has become an annual tradition. Celebrating him every year is an unmissable moment for so many. As Jolson himself once said, “A responsive audience is the best encouragement an actor can have.” Judging by the enduring enthusiasm for his music and legacy, there will be no shortage of that encouragement at this year’s celebration. Fans of legendary entertainer Al Jolson will travel from as far away as Kentucky, Ohio, Massachusetts, and New Jersey when the Long Island • Saturday, Sept. 26, Jolson Festival returns next 10 a.m.-4 p.m. • To purchase tickets and for month, on Sept. 26. The more information, call Jan annual celebration takes Hernstat at (516) 678-3524 on added significance as it • Lambrou’s Catering Hall, marks the 80th anniversary 4073 Austin Blvd., Island Park of “The Jolson Story,” the beloved film that inspired generations of Jolson admirers and serves as the theme of this year’s event. With the 27th festival in a span of more than 32 years, the event has grown into a national gathering for devotees of Jolson’s music and legacy. Jan Hernstat, who has served as president of the Al Jolson Society for more than 24 of those years, expects visitors from to make the pilgrimage to Lambrou’s Catering Hall in Island Park with gusto. According to Hernstat this year’s milestone anniversary has inspired even more people to attend. “Because this is the 80th anniversary of ‘The Jolson Story,’ it’s really about the movie and the love for Al Jolson,” he enthusiastically says. For Hernstat, the connection is deeply personal. As a child home sick from school, he stumbled upon “The Million Dollar Movie” and repeated television broadcasts of “The Jolson Story,” and found himself captivated. “They used to play the same movie eight or nine times in a row,” he recalls. “I must have watched ‘The Jolson Story’ five or six times, and that was it. I was hooked.” He notes that while Jolson dominated Broadway from 1911 through the mid-1920s, few living fans remember those performances firsthand. Instead, it was the Academy Awardwinning film that introduced audiences to his remarkable story and unforgettable songs. “Nobody’s alive to say they saw him on Broadway,” Hernstat says. “Why are people alive who can say they are Jolson fans? Because they saw ‘The Jolson Story.’ That movie took this old guy who was no longer relevant and made him

a superstar all over again.” Courtesy Jan Hernstat This year’s Al Jolson in a scene from his film “The Singing Kid” in 1936. It entertainment lineup has was his final lead role in a musical film. been carefully built around that cinematic celebration. Tony Babino, known as “The Heart of Al Jolson,” is back, performing the film’s signature hits, while Richard Halpern will sing the songs featured during Jolson’s childhood scenes in the movie. Music historian Ed Greenbaum will present rare outtakes and songs that were considered for “The Jolson Story” but never made the final cut, offering fans a glimpse into what might Courtesy Iris Wiener have been. The festival Tony B., joined by Society President Jan Hernstat, left, wows also features Brian Gari, the crowd with his lively take on Jolson standards. grandson of entertainer Eddie Cantor; Noah Diamond portraying Groucho Marx; Bob Greenberg performing as Lou Costello, Curly Howard, Ralph Kramden and Oliver Hardy; Angelo Capone as Jerry Lewis; and comedian Jeff Greenberg. Hernstat especially enjoys his own playful interaction with “Groucho Marx” throughout the annual auction portion of the day. The inclusion of Jerry Lewis is especially fitting. Lewis and Dean Martin were lifelong Jolson admirers, and Lewis famously said that meeting Jolson was the only time he had ever been speechless. Hernstat relates that Jolson’s influence stretched far beyond one generation of entertainers. “He was the first superstar before the phrase was even coined,” he says. “He had universal appeal. He was a star in Europe and all over because of ‘The Jazz Singer.’” Yet even after decades of studying Jolson’s career, Hernstat still finds new discoveries. “You would think I’ve heard every song he ever recorded, but I haven’t. I don’t rush to hear and see everything, because when I discover something new, it’s exciting.” Looking back over more than three decades of organizing the festival, Hernstat shares that the greatest reward has been the people. He treasures the opportunity to meet classic entertainers who have attended over the years, along with the friendships formed among fans who return annually. He has begun to appreciate the broader impact of his work. “I am doing something that is making people feel good and helping people,” he reflects “I never looked at it like that when I started doing it, but now I know that’s what it is.” As the lights go up on another Long Island Jolson Festival, the celebration honors more than an entertainer — it will celebrate the film that ensured his music, charisma, and remarkable story would live on. Eighty years after “The Jolson Story” rekindled America’s love affair with Al Jolson, fans continue to gather for the same reason Hernstat did as a child: to relive the movie that first made them believe they were witnessing the world’s greatest entertainer.

Melissa Etheridge Known for her confessional lyrics and raspy, smoky vocals, Melissa Etheridge (“I’m the Only One” “Come to My Window,” “I Want to Come Over.”) has remained one of America’s favorite female singers since bursting onto the scene in 1988. Etheridge performs songs from her new album, Rise, and her hits. “I chose to survive,”she sings on “Being Alive,” the powerful, exuberant opening song on her 17th studio album. Her concerts usually move between bigger sing-along songs, slower emotional moments, and the kind of tracks that let her voice really take over the room. That balance is a big reason her live shows connect so strongly with the audience. The Rise Tour carries that same feel, with a set that blends the songs fans know best with newer material.

Tuesday, Sept. 1, 8 p.m. Tickets available at ticketmaster.com or paramountny.com. The Paramount, 370 New York Ave., Huntington. The Paramount, 370 New York Ave., Huntington.

Troy Ramey Troy Ramey is part troubadour, part crooner and all heart — an artist who blends emotional depth with timeless soul, captivating audiences with every note. With a voice that moves effortlessly between vulnerability and power, Troy doesn’t just perform — he shares pieces of his life, inviting listeners into the story with him. Raised in a music-ﬁlled household, Troy initially pursued athletics until the sudden loss of his father led him to discover the healing power of music. From singing at open mics in Boston to performing on national television as a Top 12 ﬁnalist on “The Voice,” Troy’s journey has been one of reinvention and resilience.

Wednesday, Sept. 16, 7:30 p.m. Tickets available at landmarkonmainstreet. org or (516) 767-6444. Jeanne Rimsky Theater at Landmark on Main Street, 232 Main St., Port Washington.

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The Charles Evans Center hosts a confidential, in-person Veterans’ Support Group offering a space for veterans to connect, share experiences and access resources in a supportive setting. The group focuses on fellowship, peer support and open conversation, providing participants with an opportunity to discuss challenges and receive guidance in a safe and respectful environment. The program is free, anonymous and open to veterans seeking community support. • Where: Elmont Memorial Library, 700 Hempstead Tpke. • Time: 6-7 p.m. • Contact: elmontlibrary.org or (516) 354-5280

‘Summer of Love’ Pet Adoption The Town of Hempstead Animal Shelter welcomes summer with the return of its “Summer of Love” pet adoption program. Now through Sept. 1 all pet adoption fees will be waived, making it easier than ever to adopt a pet. Each adoption includes free spaying/neutering, vaccinations and microchipping. Additionally, there is only a $10 licensing fee for dogs. This summer, spread the love and provide a fur-ever home to these shelter animals. Check out the friendly faces of the dogs and cat before arriving at shelter. Browse photos and profiles at hempsteadny. gov/179/animal-shelter or on the shelter’s Facebook page. • Where: 3320, Beltagh Ave., Wantagh • Time: Ongoing • Contact: at hempsteadny. gov/179/animal-shelter or (516) 785-5220

Murder Mystery Night Franklin Square Public Library welcomes all to a thrilling murder mystery program where adults and teens ages 13 and older work together to solve a fictional crime. Participants will use clues, teamwork and deduction to uncover “whodunit” during this interactive evening program. Registration required. • Where: 19 Lincoln Road, Franklin Square • Time: 6:30-8:30 p.m. • Contact: fslibrary.org or (516) 488-3444

Long Island’s American Idols Eisenhower Park’s summer concert series welcomes Constantine Maroulis, Kevin Covais and Robbie Rosen, with special guests. • Where: Harry Chapin Lakeside Theatre, East Meadow

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Groovin’ on Eisenhower Park’s summer concert series welcomes the iconic Texas blues, boogie rockers ZZ Top.

• Where: Harry Chapin Lakeside Theatre, East Meadow • Time: 7 p.m. • Contact: nassaucountyny.gov or (516) 572-0200

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The Australian Pink Floyd Show arrives at the Paramount on The Happiest Days Of Our Lives – Greatest Hits 26 Tour, bringing the complete Pink Floyd Experience with a stunning laser show, massive inflatables, and more! The Australian Pink Floyd Show will take the stage with a collection of greatest hits that resonate deeply with Pink Floyd fans worldwide. Performing the music of Pink Floyd with note for note perfection, this critically acclaimed tribute show has been astonishing audiences worldwide for nearly 40 years. Striving to reproduce the Pink Floyd experience and bring the music to new audiences, the show continues to include a stunning light and laser show, video animations, state-ofthe-art LED screen technology and other special effects. Featuring a new stage set and video animation, cutting-edge lighting, precision lasers, massive inflatables, and impeccable live sound, TAPFS promises to offer an unforgettable experience for both long-time fans and newcomers. The Australian Pink Floyd Show gave its first concert in Adelaide, Australia in 1988. Since then, they have performed in over 35 countries worldwide; played at David Gilmour’s 50th birthday celebration and were even joined on stage by David Gilmour and Rick Wright. Covering music from every era of Pink Floyd’s evolution, this tour highlights TAPFS’s unwavering commitment to the legacy of Barrett, Waters, Gilmour, Wright, and Mason, delivering an authentic and heartfelt tribute to the legendary Pink Floyd productions. In addition and in true Pink Floyd tradition, • Where: The Paramount, 370 huge inflatables include a giant pig, and their own unique Pink Kangaroo. Reproducing the New York Ave., Huntington complete Pink Floyd experience and bringing the music to new audiences, TAPFS inspired a whole new genre of acts. So much more than a tribute band, The Australian Pink Floyd Show • Time: 8 p.m. • Contact: ticketmaster.com is the first Pink Floyd tribute show that took the concept into the worldwide arena circuit. or paramountny.com

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Bring the family to Long Island Children’s Museum to learn about current Artists’ Corner artist Christie Jones. Make art based on her work to take home at the drop-in program. For all ages. • Where: 11 Davis Ave., Garden City • Time: Noon-2 p.m. • Contact: licm.org or (516) 224-5800

Old Westbury Gardens welcomes families to festive weekend to enjoy summer’s final days, inspired by Sean Kenney’s Nature Connects: Made with LEGO Bricks. Pack a picnic, explore the award-winning outdoor exhibition, then enjoy live music, LEGO-themed crafts, free-play building stations, lawn games and fun building challenges for all ages. It’s one of the last opportunities to experience the popular exhibition before it closes on Sept. 7. Included with admission. • Where: 71 Old Westbury Road, Old Westbury • Time: 11 a.m-5 p.m.; also Aug. 30 • Contact: oldwestburygardens. org or call (516) 333-0048

Touch the ’80s Live Take a trip back to the 1980s with Touch the ’80s, a live performance featuring the era’s biggest New Wave hits and nostalgic favorites. The band brings the sounds of the decade to the Plattduetsche Park stage for an evening of live music, food and drinks. • Where: 1132 Hempstead Tpke., Franklin Square • Time: 6:30-10:30 p.m. • Contact: parkrestaurant.com

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‘What the World Needs Now’

Plaza Theatrical Productions welcomes everyone to a tribute to Burt Bacharach’s iconic music. The exhilarating concert honors the timeless masterpieces of the legendary American composer. This dynamic tribute breathes new life into

Bacharach’s cherished classics, offering a vibrant mix of beloved hits like “Walk On By” “Do You Know the Way to San Jose,” “I’ll Never Fall in Love Again,” along with hidden gems that deserve the spotlight. • Where: Elmont Memorial Library, 700 Hempstead Tpke., Elmont • Time: 2:30 p.m. • Contact: PlazaTheatrical.com or call (516) 599-6870

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Love to sing? So do the Long Island Harmonizers. The Barbershop Harmony Society chapter is a chorus of more than 20 singers, now welcoming new members. The ensemble performs four-part a cappella harmony in the barbershop style, entertaining audiences at local events. All are welcome to visit one of their weekly rehearsals. Come listen, meet the chorus, and — if you’d like — join in and sing. No musical experience is necessary, just a love of singing and a desire to have fun making music together. • Where: Faith Lutheran Church, 231 Jackson Ave, Syosset • When: Tuesdays, 7:30-9:30 p.m. • Contact: Call: Rich, (516) 5214779, or Dennis, (516) 680-8036, or visit longislandharmonizers.org

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Eisenhower Park’s summer concert series welcomes The Lords of 52nd Street, the legendary New York band known for backing up Billy Joel and classic hits. • Where: Harry Chapin Lakeside Theatre, East Meadow • Time: 7 p.m. • Contact: nassaucountyny.gov or (516) 572-0200

The Franklin Square Public Library Board of Trustees holds its regular monthly meeting. Discussion includes updates, library business and discussion of upcoming programs and initiatives. All are welcome • Where: 19 Lincoln Road, Franklin Square • Time: 6-8 p.m. • Contact: fslibrary.org or (516) 488-3444

Summer sounds Eisenhower Park’s summer concert series welcomes the exuberant rapper-singer Flo Rida. • Where: Harry Chapin Lakeside

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Against Sung Choi a/k/a Thomas Choi a/k/a Thomas L. Choi a/k/a Thomas R. Choi a/k/a Tomas Choi a/k/a Thomas Lee Choi, Capital One Bank New York State Department of Taxation and Finance, Capital One Bank (USA), NA, Atlantic City Showboat, Inc., American Express Centurion Bank, Monrovia Growers Company, Boardwalk Regency Corp. d/b/a Caesars Atlantic City, Trump Taj Mahal Associates (formerly Trump Taj Mahal Associates, L.P.) t/a Trump Taj Mahal Casino Resort, JPMorgan Chase Bank, NA, Discover Bank, Chase Bank USA, NA Chung Choi Defendant(s) Pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale, duly entered 11/01/2018, I, the undersigned Referee, will sell at public auction, on the North Side steps of the Nassau County Supreme Court located at 100 Supreme Court Drive, Mineola, N.Y. 11501 on 9/10/2026 at 2:00PM, premises known as 16 Park Place, Floral Park, NY 11001, and described as follows: ALL that certain plot piece or parcel of land, with the buildings and improvements thereon erected, situate, lying and being in the Incorporated Village of Floral Park, in the Town of Hempstead, County of Nassau and State of New York. Section 32 Block 65 Lot 187 and 188. The approximate amount of the current Judgment lien is $742,622.44 plus interest and costs. The Premises will be sold subject to provisions of the aforesaid Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale; Index # 606764/2017 For sale information, please visit Auction.com at www.Auction.com or call (800) 280-2832. If proper social distancing cannot be maintained or there are other health or safety concerns, the then Court Appointed Referee will cancel the Foreclosure Auction. This Auction will be held rain or shine. Scott H Siller, Esq., Referee. SHELDON MAY & ASSOCIATES Attorneys at Law, 255 Merrick Road, Rockville Centre, NY 11570

Dated: 7/15/2026 File Number: 32674 CA 161518

LEGAL NOTICE SUPREME COURT OF THE STATE OF NEW YORK INDEX NO. 601212/2025 COUNTY OF NASSAU __________________ WILMINGTON TRUST COMPANY AS SUCCESSOR TRUSTEE TO THE BANK OF NEW YORK AS SUCCESSOR TRUSTEE FOR JPMORGAN CHASE BANK, N.A., AS TRUSTEE FOR THE BENEFIT OF THE CERTIFICATEHOLDERS OF POPULAR ABS, INC. MORTGAGE PASSTHROUGH CERTIFICATES SERIES 2005-6 Plaintiff, vs. FRANK AMALFITANO, AS HEIR AND DISTRIBUTEE OF THE ESTATE OF CARMELO AMALFITANO; JOSEPH AMALFITANO, AS HEIR AND DISTRIBUTEE OF THE ESTATE OF CARMELO AMALFITANO; ARMANDO AMALFITANO, AS HEIR AND DISTRIUBTEE OF THE ESTATE OF CARMELO AMALFITANO; MADELINE CRISCOULA A/K/A MADELINE CRISPUOLA, AS HEIR AND DISTRIBUTEE OF THE ESTATE OF CARMELO AMALFITANO; UNKNOWN HEIRS AND DISTRIBUTEES OF THE ESTATE OF CARMELO AMALFITANO, any and all persons unknown to plaintiff, claiming, or who may claim to have an interest in, or general or specific lien upon the real property described in this action; such unknown persons being herein generally described and intended to be included in the following designation, namely: the wife, widow, husband, widower, heirs at law, next of kin, descendants, executors, administrators, devisees, legatees, creditors, trustees, committees, lienors, and assignees of such deceased, any and all persons deriving interest in or lien upon, or title to said real property by, through or under them, or either of them, and their respective wives, widows, husbands, widowers, heirs at law, next of kin, descendants, executors,

administrators, devisees, legatees, creditors, trustees, committees, lienors and assigns, all of whom and whose names, except as stated, are unknown to plaintiff; NEW YORK STATE DEPARTMENT OF TAXATION AND FINANCE; UNITED STATES OF AMERICA; ELIZABETH AMALFITANO AS “JOHN DOE #1”

“JOHN DOE #2” through “JOHN DOE #12,” the last eleven names being fictitious and unknown to plaintiff, the persons or parties intended being the tenants, occupants, persons or corporations, if any, having or claiming an interest in or lien upon the premises, described in the complaint, Plaintiff designates NASSAU as the place of trial situs of the real property SUPPLEMENTAL SUMMONS Mortgaged Premises: 80 MADISON STREET, FRANKLIN SQUARE, NY 11010 Section: 35, Block: 104, Lot: 148 Defendants. __________________ To the above named Defendants YOU ARE HEREBY SUMMONED to answer the Complaint in the above entitled action and to serve a copy of your Answer on the plaintiff’s attorney within twenty (20) days of the service of this Summons, exclusive of the day of service, or within thirty (30) days after service of the same is complete where service is made in any manner other than by personal delivery within the State. The United States of America, if designated as a defendant in this action, may answer or appear within sixty (60) days of service. Your failure to appear or to answer will result in a judgment against you by default for the relief demanded in the Complaint. In the event that a deficiency balance remains from the sale proceeds, a judgment may be entered against you. NOTICE OF NATURE OF ACTION AND RELIEF SOUGHT THE OBJECT of the above caption action is to foreclose a Mortgage to secure the sum of $384,000.00 and interest, recorded

on December 06, 2005, in Liber Book M29794 at Page 504, of the Public Records of NASSAU County, New York., covering premises known as 80 MADISON STREET, FRANKLIN SQUARE, NY 11010. The relief sought in the within action is a final judgment directing the sale of the premises described above to satisfy the debt secured by the Mortgage described above. NASSAU County is designated as the place of trial because the real property affected by this action is located in said county. NOTICE YOU ARE IN DANGER OF LOSING YOUR HOME If you do not respond to this summons and complaint by serving a copy of the answer on the attorney for the mortgage company who filed this foreclosure proceeding against you and filing the answer with the court, a default judgment may be entered and you can lose your home. Speak to an attorney or go to the court where your case is pending for further information on how to answer the summons and protect your property. Sending a payment to the mortgage company will not stop the foreclosure action. YOU MUST RESPOND BY SERVING A COPY OF THE ANSWER ON THE ATTORNEY FOR THE PLAINTIFF (MORTGAGE COMPANY) AND FILING THE ANSWER WITH THE COURT. Dated: July 14th, 2026 ROBERTSON, ANSCHUTZ, SCHNEID, CRANE & PARTNERS, PLLC Attorney for Plaintiff Matthew Rothstein, Esq. 900 Merchants Concourse, Suite 310 Westbury, NY 11590 516-280-7675 161464 LEGAL NOTICE NOTICE OF SALE SUPREME COURT COUNTY OF NASSAU, U.S. BANK TRUST NATIONAL ASSOCIATION, NOT IN ITS INDIVIDUAL CAPACITY BUT SOLELY AS OWNER TRUSTEE FOR RCF 2 ACQUISITION TRUST, Plaintiff, vs. IQBAL ZAFAR, ET AL., Defendant(s).

Pursuant to an Order Confirming Referee’s Report and Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale duly entered on June 23, 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 119 Covert Avenue, Elmont, NY 11003. All that certain plot, piece or parcel of land, with the buildings and improvements thereon erected, situate, lying and being in the Town of Hempstead, County of Nassau and State of New York, Section 32, Block 303 and Lot 22, 23, 24, 25. Approximate amount of judgment is $624,626.18 plus interest and costs. Premises will be sold subject to provisions of filed Judgment Index # 619495/2023. Cash will not be accepted. Ronald J. Ferraro, Esq., Referee Knuckles & Manfro, LLP, 120 White Plains Road, Suite 215, Tarrytown, New York 10591, Attorneys for Plaintiff 161691 LEGAL NOTICE NOTICE OF SALE SUPREME COURT NASSAU COUNTY WILMINGTON SAVINGS FUND SOCIETY, FSB, D/B/A CHRISTIANA TRUST, NOT IN ITS INDIVIDUAL CAPACITY BUT SOLELY AS TRUSTEE FOR BROUGHAM FUND I TRUST, Plaintiff against ROBERT GERMAIN, 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 July 13, 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 16, 2026 at 2:00PM. Premises known as 271 Lehrer Avenue, Elmont, NY 11003. Sec 32 Block 504 Lot 105. 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 Elmont, County of Nassau, State of New York. Approximate Amount of Judgment is $844,583.39 plus interest, fees, and costs. Premises will be sold subject to provisions of filed Judgment Index No 613970/2024. 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.” Kenneth J. Weinstein, Esq., Referee File # NY-526.000009-17-10 161720 LEGAL NOTICE SUPREME COURT OF THE STATE OF NEW YORK COUNTY OF NASSAU INDEX NO: 608690/2026 DATE FILED: 4/23/2026 SUMMONS L&L ASSOCIATES HOLDING CORP., Plaintiff, -againstARTHUR BEZMAN and STEVEN BEZMAN, if they be living, if they be dead, their respective heirs-at-law, next of kin, distributees, executors, administrators, trustees, devisees, legatees, assignees, lienors, creditors and successors in interest, and generally all persons having or claiming under, by, or through ARTHUR BEZMAN and STEVEN BEZMAN, if they be dead, whether by purchase, inheritance, lien or otherwise, including any right, title or interest in and to the real property described in the complaint herein, all of who and whose names and places of residence are unknown to the plaintiff, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA; NEW YORK STATE DEPARTMENT OF TAXATION AND FINANCE;

NASSAU COUNTY TREASURER; ELM CAPITAL, LLC, “JOHN DOE #1” through “JOHN DOE #12”, the last twelve names being fictitious and unknown to plaintiff, the persons or parties intended being the tenants, occupants, persons or corporations, if any, having or claiming an interest in or lien upon the premises, described in the complaint, Defendants. TO THE ABOVE NAMED DEFENDANTS: YOU ARE HEREBY SUMMONED to answer the complaint in this action, to serve a copy of your answer, or, if the complaint is not served with the summons, to serve notice of appearance, on the plaintiff’s attorney within twenty (20) days after the service of this summons, exclusive of the date of service (or within thirty (30) days after the service is complete if this summons is not personally delivered to you within the State of New York), and in case of failure to appear or answer, judgment will be taken against you by default for the relief demanded in the complaint. TO THE ABOVE NAMED DEFENDANTS: The foregoing Summons is served upon you by publication pursuant to an Order of the Hon. Jeffrey A. Goodstein, a Justice of the Supreme Court, Nassau County entered August 6, 2026 and filed with the complaint and other papers in the Nassau County Clerk’s Office. THE OBJECT OF THE ACTION is to foreclose a tax lien and to recover the amount of the tax lien and all of the interest, penalties, additions and expenses thereon to premises k/a Section 32, Block 425. Lot 125. Plaintiff designates Nassau County as the place of trial. The basis of venue is the location of the subject property. NOTICE YOU ARE IN DANGER OF LOSING YOUR HOME If you do not respond to this summons and complaint by serving a copy of the answer on the attorney for the tax lien holder who filed this foreclosure proceeding against you and filing the answer

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with the court, a default judgment may be entered and you can lose your home. Speak to an attorney or go to the court where your case is pending for further information on how to answer the summons and protect your property. Sending a payment to the tax lien holder will not stop this foreclosure action. YOU MUST RESPOND BY SERVING A COPY OF THE ANSWER ON THE ATTORNEY FOR THE PLAINTIFF (TAX LIEN HOLDER) AND FILING THE ANSWER WITH THE COURT.

Dated: April 23, 2026 LEVY & LEVY Attorneys for Plaintiff 12 Tulip Drive Great Neck, NY 11021 (516) 487-6655 BY: JOSHUA LEVY, ESQ. #103134 161682 LEGAL NOTICE SUMMONS Supreme Court of New York, Nassau County. Gitsit Solutions, Llc, Not In Its Individual Capacity But Solely In Its Capacity As Separate Trustee Of GITSIT Mortgage Loan Trust BBPLC1 , Plaintiff -againstUnknown Heirs Of The Estate Of Theresa Casatelli, Frank Casatelli Jr. a/k/a Francis Patrick Casatelli, as Heir and Distributee of the Estate of Theresa Casatelli, Annette Casatelli As Heir And Distributee Of The Estate Of Theresa Casatelli, Michael Casatelli a/k/a Michael F. Casatelli, as Heir and Distributee of the Estate of Theresa Casatelli, Charles Casatelli a/k/a Charles R. Casatelli, as Heir and Distributee of the Estate of Theresa Casatelli, Mary Casatelli As Heir And Distributee Of The Estate Of Theresa Casatelli, Cavalry Spv I, Llc, a/a/o Citibank, N.A., Maidenbaum & Sternberg, Llp f/k/a Rosenfeld & Maindenbaum, LLP, People Of The State Of New York, Cavalry Spv I, Llc, New York State Department Of Taxation And Finance, United States Of America (Eastern District) o/b/o Internal Revenue Service, John Doe And Jane Doe, Defendants Index No. 601945/2025. Mortgaged Premises: 121 Commonwealth Street, Franklin Square, NY 11010 Section: 35 Block: 183 Lot: 101 TO

THE ABOVE NAMED DEFENDANTS: YOU ARE HEREBY SUMMONED to answer the Complaint in the above captioned action and to serve a copy of your Answer on the Plaintiff’s attorney within twenty (20) days after the service of this Summons, exclusive of the day of service, or within thirty (30) days after completion of service where service is made in any other manner than by personal delivery within the State. The United States of America, if designated as a Defendant in this action, may answer or appear within sixty (60) days of service hereof. In case of your failure to appear or answer, judgment will be taken against you by default for the relief demanded in the Complaint. NOTICE OF NATURE OF ACTION AND RELIEF SOUGHT THE OBJECTIVE of the above captioned action is to foreclose on a home equity conversion mortgage to secure $652,500.00 and interest, recorded in the Nassau County Clerk’s Office on December 1, 2009, in Liber Book M 34392, on Page 43, covering the premises known as 121 Commonwealth Street, Franklin Square, NY 11010. The relief sought herein is a final judgment directing sale of the premises described above to satisfy the debt secured by the reverse mortgage described above. Plaintiff designates Nassau County as the place of trial. Venue is based upon the County in which the mortgaged premises is located. NOTICE YOU ARE IN DANGER OF LOSING YOUR HOME If you do not respond to this summons and complaint by serving a copy of the answer on the attorney for the mortgage company who filed this foreclosure proceeding against you and filing the answer with the court, a default judgment may be entered and you can lose your home. Speak to an attorney or go to the court where your case is pending for further information on how to answer the summons and protect your property. Sending a payment to your mortgage company will not stop this foreclosure action. YOU MUST RESPOND BY

SERVING A COPY OF THE ANSWER ON THE ATTORNEY FOR THE PLAINTIFF (MORTGAGE COMPANY) AND FILING THE ANSWER WITH THE COURT. FRIEDMAN VARTOLO, LLP 1325 Franklin Avenue, Suite 160 Garden City, NY 11530, Attorneys for Plaintiff. 161537 PUBLIC AND LEGAL NOTICES… To place a notice here call us us at 516-569-4000 x232 or send an email to: legalnotices@liherald.com

LEGAL NOTICE SUPREME COURTCOUNTY OF NASSAU. THE BANK OF NEW YORK MELLON FKA THE BANK OF NEW YORK, AS TRUSTEE FOR THE CERTIFICATEHOLDERS OF CWALT, INC., ALTERNATIVE LOAN TRUST 2007-19, MORTGAGE PASSTHROUGH CERTIFICATES, SERIES 2007-19, Plaintiff againstROSA QUINDE, et al Defendant(s). Pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale dated March 5, 2026 and entered on March 24, 2026, I, the undersigned Referee will sell at public auction on the North Side steps of the Nassau County Supreme Court “Rain or Shine” located at 100 Supreme Court Drive, Mineola, NY on September 17, 2026 at 2:00 p.m. premises situate, lying and being in the Incorporated Village of Floral Park, County of Nassau and State of New York, known and designated as SBL# 32-127-328. Said premises known as 4 CHILDS AVE, FLORAL PARK, NY 11001 Approximate amount of lien $1,227,851.05 plus interest & costs. Premises will be sold subject to provisions of filed Judgment and Terms of Sale. Index Number 609481/2024. SCOTT H. SILLER, ESQ., Referee Pincus & Tarab Attorney(s) for Plaintiff 425 RXR Plaza, Uniondale, NY 11556 {* Elmont Herald*} 161640 PUBLIC AND LEGAL NOTICES… To place a notice here call us us at 516-569-4000 x232 or send an email to:

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LEGAL NOTICE NOTICE OF FORMATION of The Life Coaching Group LLC. Arts of Org filed with Secy. of State of NY (SSNY) on July 17, 2026. Office location: Nassau County. SSNY designated as agent upon whom process may be served and shall mail copy of process against LLC to The Life Coaching Group LLC, 116 Barbara Street, Elmont, NY 11003. Purpose: any lawful act 161687 LEGAL NOTICE SUPREME COURT OF THE STATE OF NEW YORK COUNTY OF NASSAU PHH MORTGAGE CORPORATION, -againstHARRIET P. MANGIERI, HEIR TO THE ESTATE OF HARRY J. CRISAFULLI, 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 May 19, 2026, wherein PHH MORTGAGE CORPORATION is the Plaintiff and HARRIET P. MANGIERI, HEIR TO THE ESTATE OF HARRY J. CRISAFULLI, 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 21, 2026 at 2:00PM, premises known as 94 EVANS AVENUE, ELMONT, NY 11003; and the following tax map identification: 32-567-44 & 45. ALL THAT CERTAIN PLOT, PIECE OR PARCEL OF LAND, WITH THE BUILDINGS AND IMPROVEMENTS THEREON ERECTED, SITUATE, LYING AND BEING AT ELMONT, IN THE TOWN OF HEMPSTEAD, COUNTY OF NASSAU AND STATE OF NEW YORK Premises will be sold subject to provisions of filed Judgment Index No.: 010294/2011. JJais A. Forde, 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. 161837 LEGAL NOTICE NOTICE OF SALE SUPREME COURT OF THE STATE OF NEW YORK COUNTY OF NASSAU GITSIT SOLUTIONS, LLC; Plaintiff v. JOAN NEWBY; et al.; Defendants Attorney for Plaintiff: Hasbani & Light, P.C., 450 7th Ave, Suite 1901, NY, NY 10123; (212) 643-6677 Pursuant to judgment of foreclosure and sale granted herein on 11/10/2025, I will sell at Public Auction to the highest bidder at the Nassau Supreme Court, located at 100 Supreme Court Drive, Mineola, NY on September 15, 2026, at 2:00 PM Premises known as 135 Barbara Street, Elmont, NY 11003 Section: 32 Block: 676 Lot: 5 All that certain plot, piece, or parcel of land, situate, lying and being in the County of Nassau, State of New York. As more particularly described in the judgment of foreclosure and sale. Sold subject to the terms and conditions contained in said judgment and terms of sale. Approximate amount of judgment: $722,110.39 plus interest and costs. Docket Number: 603366/2024 Tara Mayerhofer, Esq., Referee 161800 LEGAL NOTICE NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING PLEASE TAKE NOTICE that pursuant to Section 202-48 of the code of the Town of Hempstead entitled, “Handicapped Parking On Public Streets,” a public hearing will be held in the Town Meeting Pavilion, Hempstead Town Hall, 1 Washington Street, Hempstead, New York, on the 9th day of September 2026, at 10:30 o’clock in the forenoon of that day, to consider the

adoption of a resolution setting aside certain parking spaces for motor vehicles for the sole use of holders of special parking permits issued by the County of Nassau to physically handicapped persons at the following locations: BALDWIN WALES AVENUE - west side, starting at a point 93 feet south of the south curbline of Demott Avenue, south for a distance of 20 feet. (TH-289B/26) BELLMORE NATTA BOULEVARD south side, starting at a point 83 feet west of the west curbline of Bergen Street, west curbline west for a distance of 20 feet. (TH-300/26) EAST MEADOW TAYLOR AVENUE - east side, starting opposite the northwest curbline of Andrew Avenue, north for a distance Of 20 feet. (TH-334/26) ELMONT CLINTON STREET west side, starting at a point 260 feet north of the north curbline of Bedford Avenue, north for a distance of 20 feet. (TH-323/26) OAKLEY AVENUE west side, starting at a point 116 feet south of the south curbline of E Street, south for a distance of 20 feet. (TH-313/26) (NR)FLORAL PARK 240th STREET - west side, starting at a point 317 feet south of the south curbline of Jericho Turnpike, south for a distance of 16 feet. (TH-331/26) UNIONDALE LACLEDE AVENUE east side, starting at a point 160 feet north of the north curbline of Front Street, north for a distance of 20 feet. (TH-325/26) (NR)VALLEY STREAM EVERETT STREET - east side, starting at a point 170 feet north of the north curbline of Sobro Avenue, north for a distance of 23 feet. (TH-324/26) WEST HEMPSTEAD EUSTON ROAD SOUTH - east side, starting at a point 25 feet north of the north curbline of 9th Street, north for a distance of 20 feet.

(TH-326/26) and on the repeal of the following locations previously set aside as parking spaces for physically handicapped persons: EAST MEADOW SHERMAN AVENUE west side, starting at a point 185 feet north of the north curbline of North Jerusalem Road, east for a distance of 18 feet. (TH-631/19 - 2/20/20) (TH-333/26) ELMONT EVANS AVENUE - east side, starting at a point 344 feet north of the north curbline of Langdon Street, north for a distance of 18 feet. (TH-426/18 - 11/27/18) - (TH-329/26) OCEANSIDE FRANK STREET - north side, starting at a point 55 feet west of the west curbline of Weidner Avenue, west for a distance of 20 feet. (TH-26/13 - 4/09/13) (TH-350/26) WANTAGH McDONALD AVENUE west side, starting at a point of 150 feet north of the north curbline of Campbell Avenue, north or a distance of 20 feet. (TH-33/25 - 3/11/25) (TH-332/26) ALL PERSONS INTERESTED shall have an opportunity to be heard on said proposal at the time and place aforesaid. Dated: August 4, 2026 Hempstead, New York BY ORDER OF THE TOWN BOARD OF THE TOWN OF HEMPSTEAD JOHN FERRETTI Supervisor KATE MURRAY Town Clerk 161930 LEGAL NOTICE Separate sealed proposals for the resale of used 5th, 6th and 7th gen. Apple iPads, as well as Dell desktops and laptops will be received by the Board of Education of the Elmont Union Free School District of the Town of Hempstead, Nassau County, New York, at the Elmont Road School, located at 135 Elmont Road, Elmont, New York, at which place said bids will be publicly opened and read, at the time and date specified, for the furnishing of the following:

BID RFP- 8-26/2 OPENING DATE Mon. 9/28/26 OPENING TIME 10:00 AM Request for Proposal forms may be secured at Elmont UFSD Business Office between the hours of 8:45 AM and 3:45 PM on weekdays beginning 8/27/26. A signed original proposal must be received by Diane Tool, Business Office, Elmont Union Free School District, 135 Elmont Road, Elmont, NY 11003 by 10:00 AM on September 28, 2026. The outside of the envelope must be clearly marked “iPad RFP 8-26/27.” Any proposals after that time will be returned to sender. As of August 27th, the publication of this legal notice, any or all potential bidders will be permitted to inspect the equipment inventory by appointment only, by contacting Fernando De Bartolo at 516-779-8612 or via email, fdebartolo@elmontsch ools.org. If you should require additional information or have any questions, please e-mail Fernando De Bartolo at FDebartolo@elmontsch ools.org. Mr. DeBartolo will respond to concerns raised as soon as practical. Responses to questions/inquiries will be provided to all parties in writing by FAX or e-mail. The Board of Education reserves the right to reject any and all bids, to waive any informalities in said bids, and/or to accept the bid which seems most favorable to the interests of the School District. By Order of the Board of Education Dated: August 17. 2026 Nicole Termini District Clerk 161935

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August 27, 2026 — FRANKLIN SQUARE/ELMONT HERALD

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LEGAL NOTICE NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING

PLEASE TAKE NOTICE that pursuant to Article 9 of the New York State Constitution, the provisions of the Town Law and Municipal Home Rule of the State of New York, both as amended, a public hearing will be held in the Town Meeting Pavilion, Hempstead Town Hall, 1 Washington Street, Hempstead, New York, on the 9th day of September 2026, at 10:30 o’clock in the forenoon of that day to consider the enactment of a local law to amend Section 197-5 of the code of the Town of Hempstead to INCLUDE “ARTERIAL STOPS” at the following location(s): (NR)CEDARHURST HARBOR DRIVE (TH 280/26) - STOP - All traffic traveling northbound on Oakland Avenue shall come to a full stop. HARBOR DRIVE (TH 280/26) - STOP - All traffic traveling southbound on Oakland Avenue shall come to a full stop.

Avenue shall come to a full stop.

DREW AVENUE (TH 286/26) - STOP - All traffic traveling southbound on Lesior Avenue shall come to a full stop. FRANKLIN SQUARE DAFFODIL AVENUE (TH 309/26) - STOP - All traffic traveling westbound on Roosevelt Street shall come to a full stop. DAFFODIL AVENUE (TH 309/26) - STOP - All traffic traveling eastbound on Roosevelt Street shall come to a full stop. LEVITTOWN SPRINGTIME LANE NORTH (TH 292/26) STOP - All traffic traveling southbound on Sky Lane shall come to a full stop. SPRINGTIME LANE NORTH (TH 292/26) STOP - All traffic traveling northbound on Skylark Lane shall come to a full stop. TOLL LANE (TH 322/26) - STOP - All traffic traveling northbound on Bayberry Lane shall come to a full stop.

PARK LANE (TH 280/26) - STOP - All traffic traveling westbound on Harbor Drive shall come to a full stop.

BAYBERRY LANE (TH 322/26) - STOP - All traffic traveling eastbound on Tarry Lane shall come to a full stop.

ELMONT FIELDMERE STREET (TH 307/26) - STOP - All traffic traveling eastbound on 106th Avenue shall come to a full stop.

BAYBERRY LANE (TH 322/26) - STOP - All traffic traveling eastbound on Chestnut Lane shall come to a full stop.

(NR)FLORAL PARK COVERT AVENUE (TH 286/26) - STOP - All traffic traveling eastbound on Madison Street shall come to a full stop. COVERT AVENUE (TH 286/26) - STOP - All traffic traveling eastbound on Clay Street shall come to a full stop. COVERT AVENUE (TH 286/26) - STOP - All traffic traveling eastbound on Jefferson Street shall come to a full stop. COVERT AVENUE (TH 286/26) - STOP - All traffic traveling westbound on Reed Avenue shall come to a full stop. DREW AVENUE (TH 286/26) - STOP - All traffic traveling northbound on Lesior

OCEANSIDE DERBY DRIVE WEST (TH 343/26) - STOP - All traffic traveling eastbound on Kent Court shall come to a full stop. (NR)VALLEY STREAM SALEM ROAD (TH 330/26) - STOP - All traffic traveling eastbound on Arkansas Drive shall come to a full stop. ALL PERSONS INTERESTED shall have an opportunity to be heard on said proposal at the time and place aforesaid. Dated: August 4, 2026 Hempstead, New York BY ORDER OF THE TOWN BOARD OF THE TOWN OF HEMPSTEAD JOHN FERRETTI Supervisor KATE MURRAY Town Clerk 161928 To Place A Notice Call 516-569-4000 x232

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The Board of Water Commissioners of the West HempsteadHempstead Gardens Water District, Town of Hempstead, County of Nassau, State of New York. To the residents of the West Hempstead-Hempstead Gardens Water District: Notice is hereby given that a public hearing will be held for the West HempsteadHempstead Gardens Water District on Thursday September 3, 2026 at the hour of 6:00 o’clock pm located at the District Office. For the review and public inspection of the estimate of proposed expenditures and revenues by the district for the year 2027. Pursuant to Article 13 Section 215 Sub Part 9-a of Town Law. A copy of the estimate of proposed expenditures and revenues is available for public inspection at the District office during business hours from August 27, 2026 through September 3, 2026. By order of the Board of Water Commissioners. West Hempstead-Hempstead Gardens Water District West Hempstead, New York 11552 Submitted: Jason Belle District Superintendent Dated: August 19, 2026 161936 LEGAL NOTICE NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING PLEASE TAKE NOTICE that pursuant to Article 9 of the New York State Constitution, the provisions of the Town Law and Municipal Home Rule of the State of New York, both as amended, a public hearing will be held in the Town Meeting Pavilion, Hempstead Town Hall, 1 Washington Street, Hempstead, New York, on the 9th day of September 2026, at 10:30 o’clock in the forenoon of that day to consider the enactment of a local law to amend Chapter 202 of the code of the Town of Hempstead to INCLUDE “REGULATIONS AND RESTRICTIONS” at the following location(s): WANTAGH Section 202-10 PARK AVENUE (TH 339/26) North Side ONE HOUR PARKING starting at a point 115 feet east of the east

curbline of Wantagh Avenue, east for a distance of 165 feet. ALSO, to REPEAL from Chapter 202 “REGULATIONS AND RESTRICTIONS” from the following location(s): BELLMORE Section 202-15 ST. MARKS AVENUE (TH 215/26) West Side NO PARKING 7 AM TO 7 PM EXCEPT SUNDAYS - starting at a point 20 feet south of the south curbline of Royle Street, south for a distance of 64 feet. (Adopted 7/7/26) ELMONT Section 202-19 MADISON STREET (TH 192/23) South Side NO PARKING 7 AM TO 7 PM MONDAY THRU FRIDAY - starting at the west curbline of Russell Avenue, west for a distance of 94 feet. (Adopted 6/20/23) WANTAGH Section 202-10 PARK AVENUE (TH 323/71) North Side ONE HOUR PARKING starting at a point 115 feet east of the east curbline of Wantagh Avenue, east for a distance of 100 feet. (Adopted 8/29/72) ALL PERSONS INTERESTED shall have an opportunity to be heard on said proposal at the time and place aforesaid. Dated: August 4, 2026 Hempstead, New York BY ORDER OF THE TOWN BOARD OF THE TOWN OF HEMPSTEAD JOHN FERRETTI Supervisor KATE MURRAY Town Clerk 161927

LEGAL NOTICE SUPREME COURT OF THE STATE OF NEW YORK COUNTY OF NASSAU INDEXNO.: 610185/2024 DATE FILED: 06/11/2024 SUMMONS FNADZ, LLC, Plaintiff, -againstARTHUR AMAYA, IRENZ AMAYA, HELEN E. AMAYA A/K/A HELEN E. MARTENS and CHARLES ROGER MARTENS ,if they be living, if they be dead, their respective heirsat-law, next of kin, distributees, executors, administrators, trustees, devisees, legatees, assignees, lienors, creditors, and successors in interest,

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Retro gamers power up at annual expo Thousands of video game fans stepped back in time Aug. 7-9 as the Long Island Retro Gaming Expo returned to the Cradle of Aviation Museum, bringing together gamers, collectors and cosplayers for a celebration of gaming history. The annual convention featured classic arcade games and consoles, tournaments, panels, vendors and exhibits highlighting different generations of video games. A brand new Pokémon-themed pinball machine also attracted attention, with visitors lining up for a chance to play.

Games from different eras were spread throughout the museum, taking visitors from titles of the 1980s through the early 2000s. Other displays highlighted consoles and milestones in gaming history. Vendors sold vintage games, toys, pins, artwork, VHS tapes and other collectibles, while attendees dressed as characters from video games and pop culture. For longtime gamers and newcomers alike, the expo offered a chance to revisit old favorites and discover games from generations past. –Stacy Driks

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and generally all persons having or claiming under, by, or through ARTHUR AMAYA, IRENZ AMAYA, HELEN E. AMAYA A/K/A HELEN E. MARTENS and CHARLES ROGER MARTENS, if they be dead, whether by purchase, inheritance, lien or otherwise, including any right, title or interest in and to the real property described in the complaint herein, all of who and whose names and places of residence are unknown to the plaintiff, ARTHUR AMAYA, AS EXECUTOR OF THE ESTATE OF HELEN E. AMAYA; United States OF AMERICA; NEW YORK STATE DEPARTMENT OF TAXATION AND FINANCE; NASSAU COUNTY TREASURER; POINT 62 LLC, “JOHN DOE#1” through “JOHN DOE#12”, the last twelve names being fictitious and unknown to plaintiff, the persons or parties intended

being the tenants, occupants, persons or corporations, if any, having or claiming an interest in or lien upon the premises, described in the complaint, Defendants. TO THE ABOVE NAMED DEFENDANTS:

YOU ARE HERE BY SUMMONED to answer the complaint in this action, to serve a copy of your answer, or, if the complaint is not served with the summons, to serve notice of appearance, on the plaintiff’s attorney within twenty (20) days after the service of this summons, exclusive of the date of service (or within thirty (30) days after the service is complete if this summons is not personally delivered to you within the State of New York), and in case of failure to appear or answer, judgment will be taken against you by default for the relief demanded in the complaint.

TO THE ABOVE NAMED DEFENDANTS: The foregoing Summons is served upon you by publication pursuant to an Order of the Hon. Jeffrey A. Goodstein, a Justice of the Supreme Court, Nassau County entered July 27, 2026 and filed with the complaint and other papers in the Nassau County Clerk’s Office.

THE OBJECT OF THE ACTION is to foreclose a tax lien and to recover the amount of the tax lien and all of the interest, penalties, additions and expenses thereon to premises k/a Section 32, Block 406, Lot 65-66 Plaintiff designates Nassau County as the place of trial. The basis of venue is the location of the subject property. NOTICE YOU ARE IN DANGER OF LOSING YOUR HOME If you do not respond to this summons and complaint by serving a copy of the answer on

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n two weeks we will commemorate the 25th anniversary of the terrorist attacks of Sept. 11, 2001 — the deadliest attack on American soil in the nation’s history. Nearly 3,000 innocent people were killed that day, and the death and suffering didn’t end there. In the years that followed, thousands more became ill and, in many cases, died from the toxic dust in and around the World Trade Center. Each year, as Sept. 11 approaches, I think back to that day, and how it began so beautifully and uneventfully. I was in Washington, in a car with my chief of staff, Rob O’Connor, heading toward the Capitol. The sky was exceptionally clear — great for flying, I thought. I figured my wife, Rosemary’s, plane would be right on time. That night was to be the annual congressional barbecue on the south lawn of the White House — the first of George W. Bush’s presidency. Most members of Congress and their spouses

would be there. Rosemary was due to land at D.C.’s Reagan National Airport at about 9:40 a.m. The morning traffic wasn’t particularly heavy. The Capitol dome was in clear sight as I scanned the morning paper. Then Rob’s cellphone rang. It was my press secretary, Kevin Fogarty, telling us matter-offactly that he’d heard on “The Today Show” that a commuter plane had crashed into the World Trade Center. Then we heard on the radio that the plane had hit high on the north tower, exploding “like a bomb.” That didn’t sound like a commuter plane. I feared that Rosemary’s 8:30 flight out of LaGuardia might have been near Lower Manhattan about the time of the crash. Kevin called back to say that the flight had been held and was on the runway, but he had no further details. My daughter, Erin, called. She had just spoken with her husband, John, who worked four blocks north of the trade center and had seen the crash. “It’s just massive,” he told her. “Flames and black smoke shooting out. Debris flying through the air.”

I got out at the Cannon Building, walked up to my fourth-floor office and opened the door to the reception area. It was 9:03. I looked up toward the television on top of a bookcase, and watched as a huge jet flew directly into a tower and exploded in soaring flames. At first I thought it was a video of the north tower crash, but then I realized it was a second plane. Erin called again. John had seen the plane coming in his direction before it hit the south tower, and he began to run down from his 28th-floor office. Still no word from Rosemary. My calls went directly to her voicemail. I managed to contact my son, Sean, who worked at the Commerce Department. As we were talking, at 9:21, Rosemary called. Having no idea what was happening, she complained about her plane being taken back to the terminal and the airport being shut down. “How am I supposed to get to the White House tonight?” she asked. “New York is under attack,” I told her. “Terrorists have attacked the World Trade Center.” Just then I heard the pilot of her plane making that announcement,

y wife had no idea why her flight from LaGuardia was grounded.

and passengers shrieking. My district office director, Anne Rosenfeld, who was very pregnant, drove to LaGuardia to pick up Rosemary. Erin was concerned that she hadn’t heard again from John. But at 9:35 she called with the good news that he had found a cab that took him to the 59th Street Bridge, and was now taking another cab home. At 9:43, CNN reported an attack on the Pentagon. We were at war. Capitol police were evacuating the Cannon Building, and there was a report of an explosion near the Commerce Department. I called Sean, but his line was dead. He called at 9:55. The report was false, and I breathed a sigh of relief. For a moment I allowed myself to think all was well. But of course, it wasn’t. The next report was of the crash of Flight 93 in Shanksville, Pa. For days, weeks and months there would be news of friends, neighbors and so many more who had died. The funerals were endless. Our lives would never be the same. Most important, though, America never wavered. We fought back, and the struggle continues. Peter King is a former congressman, and a former chair of the House Committee on Homeland Security. Comments? pking@ liherald.com.

Paper, plastic, metal. If recycling were only that simple.

ost of us want to recycle correctly. Yet how many of us have stood over a recycling bin holding a plastic takeout container or a bottle cap, wondering, does this actually go in here? I recently had the opportunity to see what happens after we make that decision. I toured the Sunset Park Materials Recovery Facility in Brooklyn, where much of New York City’s metal, glass and plastic recycling is processed and sorted. It’s an impressive operation. Magnets separate metals while optical scanners identify different plastics; air jets shoot materials onto their proper conveyor belts; and workers, artificial intelligence and robotic arms provide additional quality control. Yet my biggest takeaway was that even with all of that advanced technology, recycling is far more complicated than simply dropping an item with a chasing-arrows symbol into a bin. In fact, much of what I learned doesn’t

happen in localities across the state. Take the Town of Hempstead alone. Trash and recycling pickup is not handled by one office. It is divided among the town’s Sanitation Department, a number of sanitary districts and a patchwork of villages, each running its own program with its own rules. A resident of one block may follow completely different recycling instructions than someone a few streets over, simply because they fall in a different district or village. Multiply that across Long Island, and across the state, and it becomes clear why a recycling symbol can only tell you so much. It’s a hard truth to acknowledge, but the recycling symbol on a piece of packaging doesn’t guarantee that your local municipality can process it. That means a material residents believe is recyclable may actually be treated as regular trash. The single best thing residents can do is learn their local program’s specific rules rather than relying solely on the symbol. I learned a few practical lessons that clear up common misconceptions. For instance, avoiding “contamination”

doesn’t mean that every container needs to be scrubbed spotless; a little residual peanut butter in a jar is manageable. The bigger issue is putting the wrong materials into the recycling stream altogether. Flexible materials like plastic bags act as “tanglers,” wrapping around sorting machinery and bringing operations to a halt. Even worse, rechargeable lithium-ion batteries pose a severe fire hazard at waste facilities, and should never be placed in household bins. Ultimately, the most important lesson from the tour was that better recycling can only take us so far. We often repeat the phrase “reduce, reuse, recycle,” but public conversation tends to focus overwhelmingly on the last word. There’s a reason “reduce” and “reuse” come first. Even after sophisticated machinery successfully sorts our waste, those materials need a destination. Recycling is an economic market. Some recovered materials have significant value, while others have very little, and prices fluctuate dramatically. Just because a product is technically recyclable doesn’t mean that recycling it is practical or economical.

here’s a reason ‘reduce’ and ‘reuse’ come first in that wellknown phrase.

That means we must address waste before it ever reaches a processing facility. While consumers must recycle correctly and governments must offer clear guidance and infrastructure, responsibility cannot rest on their shoulders alone. It also must extend to the companies producing the waste. That is the foundation of Extended Producer Responsibility, a policy approach New York has been considering that would require manufacturers to take greater financial and logistical responsibility for the packaging they introduce into our communities. When companies are held accountable for what happens to their packaging at the end of its life, they have a powerful incentive to design products using less material and components that are easier to reuse or recycle. Touring the Sunset Park facility reinforced that there is no single silver bullet for our waste crisis. We need clearer public education and more robust recycling infrastructure across regions like Long Island, but we must also prioritize reduction and reuse. Recycling matters, and we should all strive to do it correctly. But the most effective way to manage waste will always be to create less of it in the first place. Michaelle Solages represents the 22nd Assembly District.

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nformation has never been easier to share — and somehow, it has never been easier to misunderstand. A text message can reach a dozen people in seconds. Emails can be forwarded with a click. Group chats keep families, friends and co-workers connected. Businesses communicate through websites, social media, apps and automated messages. Yet confusion remains remarkably common. Often, the problem isn’t that people disagree. It’s that they’re working with different information. One person thinks the family gathering starts at 2, while another was told 3. Two employees complete the same task because no one clearly assigned responsibility. A customer expects one thing, because that’s what a website says, only to hear something different from an employee. A plan changes, but the people affected never get the message. Then come the assumptions. People fill in gaps when information is missing. They guess what someone meant. They assume someone else handled a task. When things go wrong, frustration can quickly become anger or resentment. We should advocate for something simple but too often overlooked: better coordination and clearer communication. That doesn’t mean turning every decision into a meeting, copying everyone on every email or creating another group chat. It means being intentional. Who needs to know? What do they need to know? Who is responsible? Has

letters How much did county residents pay for that presidential rally? To the Editor: Re President Trump’s rally at the Nassau County Police Department’s training facility on Aug. 14 (“A high-profile Blakeman backer pays a visit,” Aug. 20-26): The rally’s theme was public safety, and how Nassau County is the safest county in the U.S. The truth is that our county first achieved that accolade under the leadership of then County Executive Laura Curran. As I watched the rally on television, it sure looked like a campaign event, with everyone running for office on the Republican ticket invited up to the stage to receive the president’s endorsement. The backdrop for all of this was the hundreds of police officers and trainees who were cheering on the same president who pardoned the folks who attacked police officers on Jan. 6, 2021,

something changed? If it has, have the affected people been told? Consider your family. Planning a birthday party, a holiday gathering or a weekend outing can get complicated when several people make arrangements independently. Maybe someone buys food that someone else already bought. A guest is given one time, while everyone else has another. A few minutes spent making sure everyone has the same information can prevent hours of frustration. The same applies to friends and coworkers. When plans change, people need to know. When responsibilities are divided, everyone should understand who is doing what. When there’s uncertainty, asking a question is almost always better than making an assumption. Businesses and organizations have a responsibility, too. Customers shouldn’t have to navigate conflicting information depending on whether they visit a website, receive an email or speak with an employee. If hours change, services become unavailable or procedures are different, that information should be updated where customers are most likely to find it. Clear communication also means acknowledging when something has changed. Too often, people continue operating according to an outdated plan because no one made the extra call, sent the email or had the necessary conversation. A few minutes of communication can head off lots of unnecessary work. Communication is a two-way respon-

sibility. Sending information isn’t enough; sometimes we need to make sure it was understood. That can be as simple as asking, “Does everyone understand the plan?” or “Are we all on the same page?” Clarity builds trust. When people know what is expected, who is responsible and where things stand, they’re more likely to feel respected and confident. When information is unclear, people are left to guess — and guessing is where misunderstandings begin. There’s a broader lesson for our communities. Schools, municipalities, civic organizations, nonprofits and businesses are more likely to earn cooperation when people understand what is happening and why. Clear communication makes it easier for residents and customers to participate and understand decisions. The answer isn’t necessarily more emails, meetings or messages. It is better information delivered to the right people at the right time, with clear responsibility for what happens next. Before assuming someone else handled something or becoming frustrated because someone “should have known,” we should first ask whether they were actually told. In our families, friendships and workplaces and our dealings with businesses and organizations, we can all do a better job of making sure the right people have the right information. It takes little effort — and can save us a lot of time, frustration and aggravation.

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he last column I wrote was an obituary for my husband, don, who died in July. this month I hoped to move on to my usual subjects like politics, or the life and times of my grandkids, or the weird and wonderful touchstones of our evolving culture. In 40 years of column writing, I’ve never been at a loss for words. But this loss is different. I discovered that I’m not myself anymore; more challenging, I’m not sure who I am. When you’re a partner in a 58-year-long marriage, identity becomes somewhat fluid. We were a “we” and now I’m an “I.” the reminders are constant, some profound, some silly. When would I ever buy one banana? How do I change the lightbulbs? I’d like to step out to dinner, but I’ve never sat across from an empty chair. I walk the dog and realize that no one would know if I fell into the bushes and spent the night alfresco.

I’m not feeling sorry for myself, just observing from an emotional distance how the scenery, the characters and the story have changed completely. And I’m not yet sure what part I’m playing. I explored not doing what I ordinarily do. I ate a sweet potato and a bowl of Haagen dazs for dinner. no protein-starch-vegetable pyramid. I stayed up all night and slept all morning. I went to the mailbox in our building and realized I couldn’t reach it. that was donnie’s job. Sometimes I find myself wondering where he could’ve gone. How is this possible? We have A.I. Why hasn’t someone figured this out? I see signs in nature and out of nature, like the perfect, long-stemmed red rose that came floating my way in the ocean. I’m a super-grounded person, yet I’m willing to let my thoughts take flight. of course, I’m reading all the grief literature and, of course, on facebook, thanks to its mind -reading algorithms, everything that has ever been published about grief is on my page. I’ve heard more from elizabeth Kubler-ross

’m told I need to join widows’ groups. But I prefer the couples we hung out with.

Letters at the U.S. Capitol. I wonder how much of our county funds, raised by residents’ taxes, were spent on salaries and overtime to have those police in the stands, provide protection for the president and close our streets and highways for the convoy of vehicles through our county that day. Is that the wisest way to use our county tax dollars? How does this help our citizens and communities? BIll YoUngfert Franklin Square

A stronger grid for Long Island to the editor: this month marked the 23rd anniversary of the northeast blackout that left 50 million residents in the dark. the event is a stark reminder of what can happen when critical transmission infrastructure fails, and why projects like Propel nY are essential. electric transmission is the backbone of our energy system, moving electricity long distances from where it’s generated to the communities that depend on it. While we have made progress since the 2003 blackout, the lesson from that historic event remains clear: our grid is only as strong as its weakest link. the state’s grid operator, new York

in the past month than in my entire life, and she’s been dead for 22 years. “Uplifting” poetry and exotic mourning rituals fill my page. Strangest of all, I’ve heard from people out of the past — the way, way past. People I knew in college or my first job, people who heard from a friend of a friend and just wanted to say what a champ my donnie was. How sweet that so many people stop for a moment and write down words that will land in my mailbox and lighten the weight of these days, even briefly. this is part of what I do now in these early days: I curate the memories of our life together. My kids and I try to figure out the unfathomable. We distract ourselves with activity and open books we never actually read. My other job is saying yes. According to the experts, I must say yes to every opportunity to see people, even though they may be irritating nudniks who were never part of my life. And I need to join widows’ groups, friends advise. But wait; I want to embrace my old friends. I like the cou-

Independent System operator, has been sounding the alarm about growing reliability challenges on long Island and in the downstate region. Winter cold snaps and summer heat waves are putting enormous strain on the grid, requiring emergency procedures to keep the lights on. Without investment, the region faces increasing risk to energy reliability. Propel nY is a key solution to ensure that long Island and the downstate region have the necessary infrastructure to deliver power for our growing needs. Put simply, Propel is designed to avoid brownouts and blackouts while strengthening the local economy and lowering the cost of power. our transmission network operates like a highway system, and it’s now experiencing bumper-to-bumper traffic. Power that could serve the area can’t get here efficiently or economically due to bottlenecks on aging transmission lines. Picture the throgs neck and Whitestone bridges at rush hour, with deadstopped traffic. Propel is the equivalent of adding three new “bridges” between long Island and the statewide grid to create new pathways for power flows. It will reduce congestion, lower electricity costs and significantly reduce the risk of power interruptions. Propel doesn’t rely on one generation source — whatever power is available and less expensive can move on Propel. this provides the nYISo with more flexibility to power the region with modern underground cables, even under

ples, the women and men with whom we dined and hung out. they, especially, share my memories. no friendship possibility need be exclusionary. the categorization of women whose partner has died is problematic. I have always had difficulty with the word “widow.” there is something about the word, which comes from old english and meant “lonely,” “separate” and “divide.” And, of course, the spider. I don’t think we need to be identified by our marital status. recently I was filling out a form, and it asked if I was married, single, widowed, divorced. And I thought, nobody’s damn business. My husband’s death should not change my official identity. except maybe for Social Security. for my next column, I promise, I’ll stay anchored in the everyday world. Maybe back to politics. When I wrote don’s obituary, I received dozens of supportive, loving notes from readers, and I thank you all. this has set a new standard for me. ordinarily when I open an email, I’m expecting big-time political push back. this was a sweet, healing interlude, connecting with readers heart to heart. let it be. Copyright 2026 Randi Kreiss. Randi can be reached at randik3@aol.com.

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