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The Metropolitan Transportation Authority is following through with plans to build an MTA police district office at the current site of the Long Beach Taxi stand. The taxi service will relocate dispatchers and continue service.
The area surrounding the Long Beach Long Island Rail Road station will see a change in the coming weeks when the Long Beach Taxi stand closes, which is scheduled to occur before the end of September. It will be replaced by a Metropolitan Transportation Authority police office. Long Beach Taxi, which has operated in the city for more than 50 years, plans to relocate its phone operators and dispatch office from its current West Park Avenue site, adjacent to the station. The MTA owns the property, and has subleased it to the taxi company, which is now considering moving to a building in the West End — roughly two miles away. “We just built a brand-new office down on West Beech Street, where West End Auto is,” said Russell Chisholm, the manager of Long Beach Taxi ConTinued on pAge 11
Dennis Carey’s story of life at the beach, and beyond By AIDAN WARSHAVSKY awarshavsky@liherald.com
Few Long Beach residents have as unique a life story as Dennis Carey. His family began frequenting the city in 1921, and three of them still occupy the house on Wisconsin Street in which Dennis’s late mother, Geraldine McCarthy Carey, grew up. Dennis, 78, and his siblings — Geraldine, 82, Bill, 77, Virginia, 72 and twins Tom and Irene, 68 — were self-described “water rats.” They learned how to swim in Reynolds Channel, and swam across it to Hicks Beach, in Lawrence. “There
were no bulkheads on Minnesota and Tennessee at the bay,” Dennis recalled. “That was a rite of [passage] for kids, and my mother said the same things — she and her siblings all swam over to the other side.” Carey joined the Long Beach Lifeguard Patrol in 1966, and said his seven years of lifeguarding were like a “summer fraternity” of watching the beach and having fun. During that time, he said, guards frequently saved swimmers who were pulled out past the jetties by rip currents, but no one ever drowned while they were on duty.
After hours, Carey and his friends Jack Murphy and Randy Dodd hung out at Leone’s, on Park Avenue, property now occupied by Starbucks. They also frequented the original Beachhouse, on Virginia Avenue. In Carey’s rookie year, a cabin cruiser capsized near the rocks off the Maryland Avenue Beach. A half-dozen people were thrown into the water, he recounted, and one was trapped inside on the boat’s lower level. “I got down there and I saw that all the lifeguards left Georgia Beach,” Carey said. “I wanted to make sure that all the people stayed out of the water and no other tragedy was going to
happen. I think there was a child or two on the boat, so it was a real life-threatening situation.” For seven years, Carey worked up and down the beach. In the East End, near Pacific Boulevard, he said, he pulled an unconscious man who had epilepsy from the water, and revived him with mouth-to-
mouth resuscitation. Mike DeLury, who is now the president of the Long Beach Lifeguard Alumni Association, worked with Tom Carey on the lifeguard patrol. “Dennis’s wealth of Long Beach knowledge and the Long Beach patrol is vast,” DeLury said. “Long Beach was a differConTinued on pAge 4
Controversy over Bayfront Resiliency Study By AIDAN WARSHAVSKY awarshavsky@liherald.com
The Long Beach Bayfront Resiliency Study was a heated topic of discussion earlier this week, as community members met in religious spaces — and eventually City Hall, to voice concerns. The study, which became accessible on June 29, features 19 questions — a combination of open-ended questions and multiple choice options on commercial and residential spaces, as well as demographics. It addresses the city’s North Park section — with a concentrated population of Black and Hispanic residents — bordered by Magnolia and Long Beach Boulevards. At a community event on Aug. 17 at the Margaret Evans Center, organized by activist James Hodge, community members raised concerns. Crystal Lake, a long-time resident and community advocate from North Park, said that the three-family home on Harrison Street where she grew up was part of “the initial gentrification.” Lake also claimed that the Superblock on Riverside Boulevard displaced 40 families. “There’s a lot of pieces to this puzzle that we should all be aware of,” Lake said. “What’s going to be built and is it going to be affordable?” Congresswoman Laura Gillen and representatives from the New York State Department of State were present at the meeting. “We encourage all community members to complete the survey and attend the upcoming public meetings,” Mercedes Padilla, a Department of State public information officer, wrote in an email to the Herald. “Long Beach’s waterfront assets are only strengthened by the inclusive engagement of its residents, especially those most impacted most by future redevelopment.” At a City Council meeting on Aug. 18, City Manager
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More than two dozen community members gathered at the Margaret Evans Center, in Long Beach, to formulate a plan to extend the survey deadline, increase accessibility for residents and facilitate its completion. Dan Creighton said that a deadline extension for the survey was being discussed. He noted the city spent extensive time gauging community interest, including a kickoff meeting at the MLK Center on June 22, weekly emails and promoting the survey on its social media pages, which garner a combined 1.5 million views per month, a total of 13 times since mid-July. Creighton said over 1,000 electronic survey responses have been recorded. City Spokesperson John McNally also told the Herald that physical copies of the survey have also been received and are not yet tallied. “Because this is such an important project, we need to make sure that the ultimate recommendations of the study are what the public wants and supports,” Creighton said. “We have prioritized getting robust public input even in these early stages before develop-
ing any plan moving forward.” Creighton thanked residents for voicing their concerns and said meetings following the study will be rescheduled, to be announced at a later date. Creighton also noted that city officials are “extremely cognizant” of residents in North Park. “To be clear,” Creighton said. “We are in the initial stage of the study. There is no plan. There are no proposed projects. Where we’re at now is soliciting input from the public on what they would like to see developed in the area so our consultants can get to work on developing [a request for proposal] based on what the public would like to see.” As of press time, a new survey deadline has not been announced. The online survey can be found at longbeachny.gov.
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Nearly 150 swimmers made the one-mile ocean swim to honor Long Beach lifeguards who’ve died over the years. Participants from 14 to 81 years old completed the challenge.
Braving the ocean for Lifeguard Memorial Swim Riverside Boulevard beach saw nearly 150 swimmers hit the water Sunday morning for the 14th annual Long Beach Lifeguard Memorial Swim. The recurring event, organized by The City of Long Beach Department of Parks and Recreation in cooperation with the Beach Patrol, serves as a direct tribute to commemorate the deceased men and women who have served on Beach Patrol, helping to protect beachgoers over the years. Council Members Michael Reinhart, George Ennis and Tracey Johnson enjoyed the day, cheering on the participants tackling the open water race. Competitors ranged from 14-year-old Teagan Sullivan, of New York City, to 81-year-old Charles Wittman, also from New York City. On land, near the end of the Riverside Boulevard parking lot, a lifeguard memorial structure is proudly displayed. The setup includes a canoe which washed ashore, flotation barrels previously used in the water to designate safe swimming areas and wooden markers notating references to lifeguard work — from “The Shack,” the old lifeguard headquarters, to Azores Rock Pool. Skudin Surf was a sponsor of the day, continuing Skudin’s consistent support of the Beach Patrol. Last month, Skudin Surf donated a set of rescue boards, each one specifically dedicated to the memory of a Long Beach Lifeguard, including Captain Bernie Beirne, Michael Berube, Sherman Brown, Ray Ellmer, Gerrin Hagen, Michael Kiefer, Josh Krauss, Teague Murphy, John Nash, Assistant Chief George Schilling and Richard Wagner. –Chris Colucci
Long Beach resident Jessica Bassett, 17, center, finished the swim in 21:15.66 to capture 1st place in the female division and 8th overall. Long Beach City Council members Michael Reinhart, left, and George Ennis, right, were at the finish line.
Doris Lowery, 15, left, of Middle Village completed the race with friend, 15-year-old Rylie Halloran of Stewart Manor. The pair crossed the finish line holding hands.
Thomas Daniel O’Neill, 36, of Malverne, was the 1st place overall winner with a blazing time of 18:47.27.
The original lifeguard memorial, on National Boulevard, was destroyed by Hurricane Sandy. Lt. Vincent Leis and Med Tech John Reed rebuilt the display and presented it last month at Riverside Boulevard.
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ent place back in the 1960s.” In 1976, after Dennis completed a pediatric residency at Long Island Jewish Medical Center, in Queens, he applied for fellowships in pediatric endocrinology in California. “I was willing to go anywhere,” he said. “San Francisco, L.A. I fell in love with San Diego. I just kept waiting until they were willing to pay me $10,000, and I was willing to take it.” In July 1977, Carey began a fellowship at UC San Diego, after traveling across the country with his wife, Barbara. A year earlier, they had been in New York Harbor for Operation Sail, which celebrated the United States’ Bicentennial. They had attended the M on tr ea l O ly m pi cs , v is it ed national parks in the Pacific Courtesy Dennis Carey Northwest and Canada, and spent Dennis Carey, right, spends most of his summer time in Hawaii. Encouraged by days in Long Beach. He grew up on Wisconsin family members and friends, Carey ultimately turned the five- Street with longtime friend Rick Barry. month-long, 20,000-mile journey depicts life in Long Beach from as far into a book called “The Creamsicle Express: Off to See America,” which back as 1837, and was published by was published earlier this year. Yerac Press. It includes an account from “I kept a journal, and I always resident Randy Dodd, who was one of thought maybe I would write it up,” many Long Beach surfers who learned Carey said. “I have almost 1,000 photo- from Hawaiians who were staying at graphs from that time. They brought what was then the Colonial Apartments, back the memories and the beauty of on Shore Road. the country.” “They were performing at Jones Carey worked as a pediatric endocri- Beach theater in 1961,” Dodd recounted. nologist at the University of Connecti- “They would come out and show us how cut from 1980 to 1992 before spending to surf. We used to just take the board almost three decades at Cohen Chil- and ride in the whitewater. And they dren’s Medical Center in Queens. He were the ones who showed us how to retired in 2021. angle in the waves.” Recently, he rekindled his love of These days, Carey, who has three surfing. He had bought his first surf- adult children and also has a house in board in 1964, when he was 17, for $80. Huntington, enjoys spending time with “I wish I started surfing when I was his twin grandchildren, 2-year-olds 10,” he said. “I could never imagine that Phoebe and Owen Carey. He and their I would have been surfing as an adult. father, his youngest son, Patrick, 36, My father used to always say to me, recently took the toddlers into the ocean ‘When are you going to grow up?’” on boogie boards to get them ready to be Carey has also continued writing. He surfers in the future. authored a historical novel, “The Silver And perhaps the next generation of Strand: The Long Beach Saga,” which Long Beach lifeguards? ________________
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A proposal will go before Long Beach’s Board of Zoning Appeals later this month, potentially demolishing the dilapidated Hebrew Academy of Long Beach building.
The city’s water treatment system will benefit from more than $1 million in federal funding to replace two critical filters.
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The board of zoning appeals will meet at City Hall on Aug. 27 at 6 p.m. and have a hearing on the future of the former Hebrew Academy Long Beach building. The property, 530 West Broadway, was vacated in March 2017 after the school moved to their renovated campus in Woodmere. A proposal was presented for the property nearly a decade ago by developer 73rd Meridian Partners LLC. It includes the demolition and removal of the HALB property and would be replaced by a 106-unit multifamily residential facility, with two
The City of Long Beach’s water treatment system is set to benefit from an influx of nearly $1.1 million in federal funds. Rep. Laura Gillen announced the funds were secured through the fiscal 2026 appropriations process and received bipartisan support. “Long Beach relies on water filtration tanks that are nearing the end of their useful life and require replacement to ensure that public drinking water is safe and free from contamination,” Gillen wrote in a news release. The funding will specifically support the next phase of the city’s ongo-
eight-story buildings bordering a central building. Other additions include a 162-space ground level parking garage and a 51-space mezzanine parking. In the past year, The Bioswale Club has taken the initiative to revive the dilapidated building. This past spring, the club, in collaboration with the Long Beach Arts Council, painted murals on the building. In June, the club constructed a Whale monument out of plastic bags, bottles, and bottle caps removed from the beach during cleanups. –Aidan Warshavsky
ing replacement of sand filters which protect its water supply. The filters, which have been in service since 1969, are nearing the end of their useful lives. The city will be able to replace two of the 10 sand filters currently in use. The remaining filters are expected to be replaced within five or six years. The filtration tanks are a key part of maintaining potable water throughout the city, removing contaminants such as iron and producing filtered drinking water without the use of chemicals. –Chris Colucci
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A high-profile Blakeman backer pays a visit By HUNTER FENOLLOL hfenollol@liherald.com
President Trump used a visit to Nassau County last Friday to tout falling crime rates and to endorse County Executive Bruce Blakeman’s bid for governor, while more than 100 protesters gathered nearby to criticize the administration’s policies on immigration, health care and affordability. Trump spoke at the Nassau County Police Department’s David S. Mack Center for Training and Intelligence, in Garden City, where he praised local law enforcement and repeatedly pointed to Nassau County as a model for public safety. “Nassau County has been rated the No. 1 one safest county in America,” Trump said, citing a 2024 U.S. News & World Report ranking. He also praised Blakeman, saying, “We’ll get Bruce in there. We’ll change it around,” as he urged New Yorkers to support the county executive’s gubernatorial campaign. Blakeman credited local and federal law enforcement cooperation for the county’s crime record. He also highlighted Nassay’s agreement with federal immigration authorities, saying the county had removed about 2,000 immigrants with criminal records in one year. He cited cases involving attempted murder, rape, robbery, carjacking and drug dealing as examples of the people he said had been removed. Trump’s remarks largely focused on crime, immigration and his administration’s support for law enforcement. He cited newly released FBI statistics that he said showed the largest reduction in violent crime in American history in 2025, along with additional declines in murders and robberies in 2026. He also criticized Democratic Gov. Kathy Hochul and New York’s criminal justice policies, particularly
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President Trump joined County Executive Bruce Blakeman at the Nassau County P.D.’s David S. Mack Center for Training and Intelligence in Garden City last Friday. Trump endorsed Blakeman’s campaign for governor. its bail laws and immigration policies, while praising Blakeman’s record. Outside the police training center, meanwhile, more than 100 protesters gathered at a designated protest area on Endo Boulevard. They included Nassau County Democratic Party officials, community leaders and residents. Civil rights attorney Fred Brewington led protesters in chants, including, “This is what America looks like today and we’re not going away.” Adrienne Adams, the Democratic candidate for lieutenant governor, was among the speakers. She crit-
icized both Trump and Blakeman, saying that Blakeman was the president’s “biggest cheerleader” and urging voters to reject what she described as their extremism. “Keeping our community safe doesn’t stop at law enforcement,” Adams said, arguing that public safety also includes health care, dignity and the ability to afford essential care. Adams criticized Trump’s health care and food assistance policies, and said that Blakeman would take Medicaid cuts further. Sen. Siela Bynoe, county elected officials and community leaders also addressed the crowd, focusing on the cost of living, health care, immigration and ICE enforcement. For supporters who attended the Trump event, however, public safety remained the central message. Nikolai Glushkov, 23, founder of the Glen Cove Young Republicans, came to the rally to support congressional candidate Michael LiPetri Jr. as well as Trump and Blakeman. Glushkov, a lifelong Nassau County resident, said he was encouraged by what he heard about crime reductions. “I took away [President Trump’s] impact on the national level on keeping the crime safe in Nassau County, reducing that along with Blakeman,” he said. Glushkov said he believed that Nassau’s record under Blakeman could serve as a model for the rest of New York. “We are the safest county, and we got to make New York state the safest state this November,” he said. The rally and the nearby protest underscored the political divide surrounding Trump’s visit, with his supporters emphasizing crime and law enforcement while opponents argued that health care, affordability and reforms in immigration policy should be made higher priorities.
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WE Summit empowers leaders to ‘own their power’ By ABIGAIL GRIECO agrieco@liherald.com
Nearly 300 women gathered at the Crescent Beach Club in Bayville on Aug. 4 for the Long Island Herald’s fourth annual Women’s Executive Summit, a day focused on leadership, health, wealth and personal growth. This year’s “Own Your Power” theme brought leaders across industries to share insights on overcoming challenges, building confidence and seizing opportunities. The event featured keynote presentations, panel discussions and interactive sessions designed to help attendees invest in themselves and their futures. The day began with a warm-up session, “Be the CEO of You,” led by Susan Gatti, founder of Disruptive Spark Group. Gatti encouraged attendees to reflect on their goals and identify what they hoped to gain from the summit. “We make an investment in ourselves when we come to an event like this, but what we really want is a change,” Gatti said. “The change won’t happen here. It will happen after.” Through a values-based activity, Gatti helped participants focus on their priorities and use those values as a guide for making decisions. Opening remarks were delivered by Stuart Richner and Amy Amato of Richner Communications and RichnerLIVE, followed by remarks from Mistress of Ceremonies Kristin Thorne, a five-time Emmy Award-winning investigative reporter with the Law & Crime Network. “Owning your power means believing in yourself, even when someone else does not,” Amato said. “It means having the courage to launch the business, ask for the promotion, negotiate your salary, take care of your health, build your financial future, and become the leader you were meant to be.” Patricia Charlemagne, EdD, JD from Girls Inc. of Long Island was honored by Richner Communications with the Community Impact award, recognizing her leadership and commitment to empowering girls from across the region. Proceeds from the event benefited the nonprofit. The first panel, “Own Your
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Hundreds of powerful executives and entrepreneurs attended the fourth annual Women’s Executuves Summit earlier this month.
Voice,” explored leadership and confidence. Moderated by Sharon Wyman, president and CEO of Discover Long Island, the discussion featured Lillian Paley, vice president of business development at Silver Lining Homecare Agency; Palmina Whelan, capital program director for The New Terminal One; Carina Tom, president of NU World Connect Title LLC; and Suzette Gordon, president and CEO of SCO Family of Services. Panelists shared personal stories about overcoming self-doubt, entering male-dominated industries and learning to advocate for themselves. Whelan reflected on being one of the only women in aviation construction meetings early in her career. “No one is going to speak for me, no one is going to promote me, no one is going to be my cheerleader,” she said. “I realized I had to own my voice.” The summit also featured two blocks of “Power Sessions” covering topics such as hospitality, selfcare, branding, productivity and personal development. During the “Own Your Health” panel, moderated by Kristyn Hodgdon, co-founder and chief creative officer of Rescripted, experts discussed the importance of women advocating for their health and understanding their bodies at every stage of life.
The panel included Dr. Helen Hsieh, founder and medical director of Vibrance 360; Linda Mashkabova, founder of The Beauty Cellar NY; Elly Rozengurtel, DPT, of Ideal Body Med Spa; and Dr. Meredith Vandegrift, board-certified plastic surgeon at Vandegrift Plastic Surgery. Speakers encouraged women to move beyond simply “feeling fine” and instead focus on achieving their best health. “Fine is not the same as feeling your optimal best,” Mashkabova said, emphasizing the importance of listening to one’s body and seeking answers when something feels wrong. The “Own Your Wealth” panel focused on financial independence and preparation. Moderated by Elisa De Jesus, senior vice president and private client advisor at Bank of America, the discussion featured Kerri Winans Kaley of The Bristal Assisted Living, Michelle Moreira-Jodice of Valley Bank, Jessica Rondash of Holt Construction and Christina Rosas of Bond, Schoeneck & King PLLC. Panelists stressed the importance of financial literacy, asking questions and staying engaged in financial decisions. “Financial confidence doesn’t come from knowing all the answers,” Moreira-Jodice said. “It comes from asking the right questions and building trusted relationships.”
The summit concluded with two keynote presentations. Carrie Skowronski, CEO of Leadology, delivered “Dare to Lead: Reimagine Leadership for the Modern Workplace,” discussing mindset, growth and stepping outside comfort zones. Skowronski encouraged attendees to embrace challenges and recognize their own strengths. “In order to own our power, we have to name our power,” she said. Renee Flagler, president of the National CARES Mentoring Movement, closed the event with “A Life Inspired by Passion & Purpose,” sharing her journey from storyteller and writer to community leader. Flagler encouraged women to recognize their talents and use them in service of others. “Passion is the vehicle that gets us to our purpose,” she said. “Take your gifts, indulge your passion, let it lead you to your purpose and serve your people.” Throughout the day, attendees were reminded that leadership is not defined by titles or positions, but by confidence, resilience and the willingness to create meaningful change. For more photos, click here: https://richnerlive.com/richner-event/womens-executive-summit/ For more info on RichnerLive, click here: https://richnerlive. com/
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Herald Publisher, Stuart Richner, left, and Executive Director, Amy Amato, surprised Executive Director, Patricia Charlemagne, EdD, JD from Girls Inc. of Long Island with the Community Impact Award, event emcee Kristin Thorne at right.
Justine Del Prete, left, with ARC Excess & Surplus, Claudia Rodriguez of RichnerLive, Izabella Bobkiewicz and Agnieszka Supel representing Merrill Lynch Bank of America Corporation, Jenna Grasso of The Retreat, Catherine Fee of Empire Government Strategies, and Bridget Mantello with the Association for Mental Health and Wellness.
The Own Your Voice panel: Moderator Sharon Wyman, left, CDME Discover Long Island, with panelists Suzette Gordon, of SCO Family of Services, Carina Tom, of NU World Connect Title, Lillian Paley with Silver Lining Homecare Agency, and Palmina Whelan of The New Terminal One.
Moderator Elisa De Jesus, left, of Bank of America led the Own Your Wealth Panel with panelists Kerri Winans Kaley, CSA, representing The Bristal Assisted Living, Jessica Rondash of Holt Construction, Michelle Moreira-Jodice, of Valley Bank, and Christina M. Rosas, with Bond Schoeneck & King PLLC.
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CEO Lab Founder & Executive Consultant Natasha Zaytseva was another Power Session speaker.
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Power Session speaker Tammy J. Cohen, of TC Brand Consulting spoke during the second power session.
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Closing Keynote speaker Renee Daniel Flagler, president of the National CARES Mentoring Movement Inc., left the crowd with a powerful message — A Life Inspired By Passion & Purpose.
LONG BEACH HERALD — August 20, 2026
From the Own Your Health panel, panelists, left, Helen Hsieh, MD, FACOG, Vibrance 360; Linda Mashkabova, FNP, The Beauty Cellar NY; Meredith Vandegrift, MD, FACS Vandegrift Plastic Surgery; Elly Rozengurtel, DPT, Ideal Body Med Spa.
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The Magic of Elvis was alive and well with a tribute performance starring Steve Mitchell, with a full band and eight backup singers. Food trucks and vendors rounded out the night.
The Magic of Elvis reaches Kennedy Plaza The Long Beach summer concert series has delivered live music at rotating city venues including various beachfronts and Kennedy Plaza. The shows continued Monday night with the fourth and final appearance at Kennedy Plaza as The Magic of Elvis took the stage at 7 p.m. for a nearly twohour set. The band played many of The King’s greatest hits including “Blue Suede Shoes,” “Heartbreak Hotel” and “Jailhouse Rock,” as well as popular music of his era — including Frank Sinatra’s “My Way,” Tina Turner’s “Proud Mary,” and the irrepressible sing-along “Sweet Caroline” by Neil Diamond. Steve Mitchell, the musician on stage providing a spot-on Elvis performance, noted that the event’s date, Aug. 17, was just past the 49th anniversary of Presley’s death on Aug. 16, 1977. Mitchell was supported by a full band — two keyboards, a pair of horns, drums, bass, guitar and eight backup singers. The Kennedy Plaza concert, presented by the City of Long Beach, was also the fourth and final iteration of this season’s “Bites and Beats”— with food trucks and vendor booths in addition to the live music. The summer concert series has been an annual experience for decades, but 2026 marks the first time the city council incorporated additional experiences — specifically food and shopping — alongside the performances. At this week’s City Council meeting, City Manager Daniel Creighton said the extra activities were very well-received by the public and were likely to return next year. As the Herald goes to press, the summer concert series will continue with four more concerts at local beaches on Aug. 20, 25, 27 and Sept. 3. A full list of upcoming locations and acts can be found at longbeachny.gov/concerts. –Chris Colucci
Kennedy Plaza was filled with eager concertgoers as the location hosted its final summer concert of the year.
Food trucks lined the plaza offering snacks, sweet treats and more substantial fare.
Bright Eye Beer Co. prioritized responsible enjoyment at the Bites and Beats event — which offered food, drinks and live music.
More than a half-dozen food, jewelry and clothing vendors set up shop in the plaza for local shopping before and during the concert.
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vacating the space in September,” the since January. “That’s where our agency’s press office wrote. “The space garage is.” Chisolm added that the com- is set to be used by the MTA Police pany hasn’t ruled out other local sites Department.” The MTA first announced plans to where it could offer service to railroad eventually take over the site last Octoriders. “I do have a meeting with the deputy ber — and the community was quick to respond. An online petition, director of the MTA real created to “preserve Long estate division,” Chisolm Beach Taxi at the train stasaid. “We’re looking into tion,” garnered 132 signaother solutions, either here” tures. Now, with the news of — at the Long Beach station the taxi stand’s impending — “or at another station. removal, public support We’re looking at Oceanside. again swelled across social I’ve already spoken to media. Nearly 400 comments Mayor [Michael] McGinty in multiple Facebook posts of Island Park.” discussed the upcoming Long Beach Taxi estichanges, with many resimates that commuters travdents critical of the proeling to and from the train posed changes. station account for roughly Russell “People of all ages need 25 percent of its business, Chisholm and depend on the taxis to and it has begun devising a Manager, get to all kinds of appointnew plan to provide them Long Beach Taxi ments, including medical with uninterrupted service. appointments and so much Chisholm explained that the company will maintain a presence of as more,” Donna Piscano Brown, a Point many as five vehicles at the station, in a Lookout resident, wrote. Christina Tisidedicated area on its west side, near Kramer, of Long Beach, suggested an Kennedy Plaza. The area will be moni- alternative to create a better first tored by cameras 24 hours a day, and dis- impression for visitors arriving on a patchers and drivers will be ready for train. “I think those cabs should be parked up Riverside Boulevard and [lintrain arrivals. The MTA confirmed the upcoming ing] the street by the bus stop,” she plans and timeline in a written state- wrote. “That space could be used to welment. “The current tenant will be come people into our community and as Continued from page 1
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Long Beach taxi is expecting to continue serving Lirr commuters in an area on the west side of the train station, despite the impending relocation of its dispatch office. an informational hub or a place to sit and rest while you’re waiting for a train.” The elimination of the taxi stand comes shortly after the company benefited from action by the city. In early June, the City Council approved the cab company’s first fare increase in more
than 15 years. Later that month, as part of Long Beach’s ongoing $600,000 roadway safety action plan, the sidewalk in front of the stand was replaced, and the parking area was improved with easyaccess curb cuts and prominent lanes to ensure pedestrian safety at cab entry and exit points.
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In order to get back into my routine at Hewlett High School, I always look through my rosters a few days in advance so I can get a sense of what my classroom community might look like. I also like to come up with new mathrelated icebreakers to help my students feel more comfortable, build their confidence and start the year with a positive mindset.
I take time to reflect on the past school year — celebrating what went well, recognizing my own growth and identifying where I can improve. I think about my students, their successes and needs, and set meaningful goals. I also recharge by researching best practices, reading books and articles, seeking new ideas that will help me grow as an educator and better support every learner. Courtesy Trici Broderick
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I start by going to bed early. Getting my backpack and clothes ready the night before helps me get back into my school routine.
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Chicken Kebabs With their easy preparation and quick cooking time, kebabs are a simple way to enjoy many of your favorite fresh flavors. • 1/4 cup plus 1 tablespoon spicy brown mustard • 2 tablespoons olive oil • 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder • 1 tablespoon white wine vinegar • 1 pound raw boneless skinless chicken breast, cut into 1-inch cubes • 1/4 teaspoon each of salt and black pepper • 1 medium red onion, cut into 1-inch chunks To make sauce, place 3 tablespoons mustard in medium bowl. Add oil and garlic powder, and whisk until uniform. Cover and refrigerate. To make marinade, in small bowl, combine vinegar with remaining 2 tablespoons mustard. Stir until uniform. Season chicken with salt and pepper. Place
chicken and marinade in large sealable plastic bag. Remove as much air as possible and seal. Gently knead marinade into chicken through bag. Refrigerate for 1 hour. Meanwhile, if using wooden skewers, soak 4 in water for 20 minutes to prevent burning. Alternately thread marinated chicken and onion chunks onto 4 skewers. Bring grill to medium-high heat. Brush both sides of kebabs with sauce. Grill kebabs for 5 minutes with grill cover down. Flip kebabs and grill for 6 to 8 minutes, or until chicken is cooked through. Enjoy.
Grilled Skirt Steak with Roasted Corn Salad A quick and easy marinated grilled skirt steak will spice up any gathering. Pair it with a roasted corn salad that embodies the season’s fresh flavors — a mixture of corn, tomato, red onion, basil, and avocado. • 1 1/2 pounds skirt steak, cut into 4-inch pieces • 1/3 cup Tabasco Chipotle Pepper Sauce • 1 tablespoon ground cumin • 1 large garlic clove, crushed In a large bowl, combine chipotle pepper sauce, cumin and garlic; add skirt steaks. Toss to mix well; cover and refrigerate at least 30 minutes or overnight. Preheat grill to high. Grill skirt steak about 5 minutes, or until of desired doneness, turning once. To serve, plate steak with corn salad. Corn Salad: • 4 ears corn on the cob, shucked • 2 large tomatoes, chopped • 1 small red onion, diced • 1 ripe avocado, peeled, pitted and diced • 2 tablespoons fresh chopped basil
Chance the Rapper‘s 2016 mixtape Coloring Book just turned 10, and he’s on tour to celebrate. Chance takes a victory lap built around the project that won three Grammys in one night, broke streaming-only records, and turned him from a Chicago underground hero into a generational artist. The Coloring Book itself instantly reshaped what a hip-hop record could be.It became the first streaming-only project to win a Grammy, and it earned Chance Best New Artist, Best Rap Album, and Best Rap Performance in a single trip to the podium. Songs like “No Problem,” “Same Drugs,” “All Night,” “Blessings,” “Angels,” and “Summer Friends” turned into staples of a generation’s playlists — and fans have been waiting a decade to hear them performed live in full.
Friday, Aug. 21, 8 p.m. Tickets available at ticketmaster.com or paramountny. com. The Paramount, 370 New York Ave., Huntington.
• 2 tablespoons lime juice • 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil • 1 tablespoon Tabasco Chipotle Pepper Sauce • 1/4 teaspoon salt To prepare corn salad: Preheat grill to medium. Grill corn about 5 to 10 minutes, turning frequently, until tender-crisp. When cool enough to handle, cut corn from cob. In medium bowl, combine corn, tomatoes, red onion, avocado, basil, lime juice, olive oil, chipotle pepper sauce to taste, and salt; toss to mix well.
Spiced Sweet Potatoes A simple spice rub makes a tasty complement to grilled sweet potatoes, adding some extra zest that gives potatoes some pizzas. • 4 medium sweet potatoes (about 3 pounds), scrubbed well • 1 teaspoon coarse sea salt • 1 teaspoon ground cumin • 1 teaspoon paprika • 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon • 1/2 teaspoon chipotle powder • 2 tablespoons cider vinegar • 1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil Cover potatoes with cold salted water in a large pot, then bring to a boil. Simmer until slightly resistant when pierced with a sharp small knife, 5 to 7 minutes. Drain well. When cool, slice potatoes lengthwise. Mix together salt, spices and apple cider vinegar; add oil in a slow stream. Brush this mixture on sweet potatoes. Grill potatoes on a lightly oiled grill rack over medium heat, until grill marks appear and potatoes are cooked through, about 15 minutes. Serve potatoes warm.
Celtic Festival and Highland Games The sounds of bagpipes, the rhythm of Irish step dancing and the spectacle of Highland Games return to Old Westbury Gardens. The refreshed edition of its annual summer festival celebrates the rich Scottish Irish and Welsh traditions woven into Long Island’s Celtic communities. The Highland Games remain a centerpiece, featuring centuries-old tests of strength including the caber toss, sheaf toss and stone put. Entertainment for all ages, including performances by songwriter-vocalist Andy Cooney, acclaimed as “Irish America’s favorite son,” and others; along with and tempting eats and a marketplace round out the day.
Saturday, Aug. 22, 8 a.m.-5 p.m. Tickets at oldwestburygardens.org. 71 Old Westbury Road, Old Westbury.
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Eisenhower Park’s Summer Concert Series welcomes Let Sing Taylor, a Taylor Swift tribute. The bamd brings the communal experience of celebrating Taylor’s music in a live setting to Swifties near and far. So, let the games begin! Get ready to sport your Taylorinspired attire and sing your hearts out.
Artists in Partnership offers a free storytelling and arts and craft program for children ages 3-6, during the Wednesday morning farmers market at Kennedy Plaza. It involves reading stories that relate to nutrition, farming, and the market itself followed by a small crafting project connected to the story. • Where: Kennedy Plaza • Time: Every Wednesday, 10 a.m.-10:45 a.m. • Contact: (516) 670-5046
• Where: Harry Chapin Lakeside Theatre, East Meadow • Time: 7 p.m. • Contact: nassaucountyny.gov or (516) 572-0200
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“In The Mood” for swing music? Take a step back in time with the most popular and sought after big band of all time! The Glenn Miller Orchestra visits the Madison Theatre on their national tour. Hear all their greatest hits, including “In The Mood,” “Chattanooga Choo Choo,” “American Patrol,” “A String Of Pearls,” “Little Brown Jug,” “Pennsylvania 6-5000,” “Tuxedo Junction,” and of course their theme song “Moonlight Serenade.” The 15 member orchestra, their lead singers, and vocal group will perform their catalog of big band classics just the way they would have over 80 years ago when Glenn Miller stood in front of his band. It is a show that continues to transport audiences back in time and is as nostalgic as it is exciting. Touring continuously since 1956, The Glenn Miller Orchestra is featured in over 200 concerts and dances per year. Each performance includes the timeless classics that made them famous the world over in a show that has moved audiences for generations. • Where: Madison Theatre, Molloy University, 1000 Hempstead Ave., Rockville Centre • Time: 7 p.m. • Contact: madisontheatreny.org or (516) 323-4444
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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,” Melissa Etheridge sings on “Being Alive,” the powerful, exuberant opening song of the Academy Award- and Grammy Award-winning artist’s 17th studio album, “Rise.” She then takes a pause, the flurry of her guitar and her bandmates’ boisterous sounds fading out, before she practically shouts with unbridled joy: “God I love being alive!” The words say so much. But in that pause — just a few seconds long — it’s as if she’s reflecting on everything that has happened in her life since she last released an album of new material, 2019’s “The Medicine Show,” and all that is to come on this remarkable, emotional mosaic of songs. Etheridge is known for powerful rock vocals, emotional songwriting, and live shows that feel both personal and energetic. Her • Where: The Paramount, 370 concerts usually move between bigger sing-along songs, slower emotional moments, New York Ave., Huntington and the kind of tracks that let her voice really take over the room. That balance is a big • Time: 8 p.m. reason her live shows connect so strongly with the audience. The Rise Tour carries that • Contact: ticketmaster.com or same feel, with a set that blends the songs fans know best with newer material. paramountny.com
full of fresh food and original artwork. The day will also feature live performances from local musicians. • Where: Kennedy Plaza • Time: Every Saturday, 9 a.m. 2 p.m. • Contact: (516) 476-2473
Christie Jones: ‘Long Island Color Field Study
Long Island Children’s Museum welcomes families 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., also Aug. 29 • Contact: licm.org or (516) 224-5800
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Eisenhower Park’s summer concert series continues with a salsa orchestra.
• Where: Harry Chapin Lakeside Theatre, East Meadow • Time: 7 p.m. • Contact: nassaucountyny.gov or (516) 572-0200
Lido Beach Clean-up
The Atlantic Marine Conservation Society (AMSEAS) and the Town of Hempstead are partnering to host a community beach clean-up. Volunteers can sign up for one of the 1.5-hour time slots. Please sign up for only one time slot so that more people can participate. Clean-up supplies will be provided, but it is recommended to bring your own gloves. Registration is required so you can be contacted the event is cancelled due to the weather. Parking fees will be waived for all registered participants. • Where: Lido Beach Town Park, Lido Beach • Time: 9 a.m.-noon • Contact: education@amseas. org
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The Kennedy Plaza Farmers Market presents an incredible lineup of local farmers, makers and food vendors you know and love. Stop by the popular outdoor market, where community spirit and fresh local flavor come together. Explore the selection of seasonal produce, artisanal goods, homemade treats and handcrafted items from dozens talented local businesses. • Where: Kennedy Plaza • Time: Every Wednesday and Saturday, 9 a.m.- 2 p.m. • Contact: (516) 670-5046
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• Where: Harry Chapin Lakeside Theatre, East Meadow
• Where: 111 W. Park Ave. • Time: Ongoing Wednesdays, 2-3 p.m. • Contact: longbeachlibrary.org
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Enjoy a movie under the stars at Eisenhower Park. See “Wicked,’ the 2024 musical fantasy adaption of the first act of the stage musical, starring Cynthia Erivo, Ariana Grande and Jeff Goldblum. The second film, “Wicked For Good,” is shown Aug. 26.
Do you have questions about your computer or laptop? Want to learn more about Zoom, streaming movies, or downloading ebooks to your device? Join Long Beach Library’s Tech Guy, every Wednesday, to get answers to your pressing tech questions.
Old Westbury Gardens welcomes families to spend an afternoon exploring, building and creating together! Seasonal Sprouts offers is a LEGO-themed adventure for young explorers. Children (ages 4–10) embark on a guided outdoor tour of Sean Kenney’s Nature Connects made with LEGO bricks. Everyone discovers the wonders of nature in a fun and hands-on way. After the tour, kids can unleash their creativity in a LEGO free-play area. $22 per adult, $20 ages 62+, $12 child. Registration required. • Where: 71 Old Westbury Road, Old Westbury • Time:11 a.m. • Contact: oldwestburygardens. org or call (516) 333-0048
Citizen Science: Monarch Larva Monitoring Project
Long Island Children’s Museum welcomes families to be a citizen scientist and study monarch butterflies in the museum’s Milkweed Garden. By measuring plants, rainfall, and monarch eggs you will be collecting real data that scientists can analyze! Your data will help them understand butterfly migration and will help conserve this species. Each Wednesday, take a walk through this garden and see how the plants grow as habitat for visiting monarchs! To join, meet at the front desk. For ages 4+. • Where: 11 Davis Ave., Garden City • Time: 2-3 p.m. • Contact: licm.org or call (516) 224-5800
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MSSN earns excellence for pancreatitis care agrieco@liherald.com
Mount Sinai South Nassau has been designated an Adult Pancreatitis Center of Excellence by the National Pancreas Foundation, recognizing the Oceanside hospital’s commitment to providing comprehensive, multidisciplinary care for patients with pancreatic diseases. The designation follows a rigorous audit and review process by the foundation, which evaluates hospitals based on their expertise, patient support services and ability to deliver coordinated, highquality care. Mount Sinai South Nassau was recognized for its team-based approach to treating pancreatitis and its focus on improving patient outcomes and quality of life. The hospital is already designated as a National Pancreas Foundation Pancreatic Cancer Center of Excellence, making it one of only three hospitals on Long Island to earn both distinctions. The foundation’s criteria were developed by a task force of pancreatic disease clinicians and patient advocates. The review considers a hospital’s expertise across multiple specialties, including gastroenterology, pancreatic surgery and interventional radiology, as well as access to supportive services such as pain management, nutrition, psychosocial support and coordinated patient resources.
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Mount Sinai South Nassau has been designated an Adult Pancreatitis Center of Excellence by the National Pancreas Foundation for providing comprehensive care. “We are committed to continuously improving quality and providing compassionate, patient-centered care,” said Dr. Joshua Kugler, interim president of Mount Sinai South Nassau. “That commitment combined with teamwork and collaboration helps us deliver outstanding care and achieve the best possible outcomes for our patients.” Under the leadership of Dr. Bhanu Singh, interim chief of gastroenterology and hepatology, Mount Sinai South Nassau’s Pancreatitis Program provides specialized care for patients with acute and chronic pancreatitis, as well as
other complex pancreatic disorders. The program focuses on accurate diagnosis, personalized treatment plans and both short- and long-term disease management tailored to each patient’s medical needs. The team includes specialists in pancreatology and advanced pancreaticobiliary endoscopy, along with experts in pancreatic surgery, interventional radiology, pain management, nutrition, endocrinology, genetics and other fields. Through this collaborative approach, patients have access to advanced diagnostic evaluations, therapeutic endo-
scopic procedures and comprehensive medical management while benefiting from communication among specialists throughout their treatment. “The National Pancreas Foundation designation reflects our commitment to delivering comprehensive, multidisciplinary care for patients with pancreatitis,” Singh said. “Pancreatic diseases are often complex and require expertise across multiple specialties. By integrating medical, endoscopic, surgical and supportive care expertise, we are able to provide personalized treatment plans that address not only the disease itself, but also the long-term health and quality of life of every patient we serve.” In addition to clinical care, Mount Sinai South Nassau’s Pancreatitis Program is dedicated to advancing treatment through education, research and collaboration. The hospital’s designation as a National Pancreas Foundation Center of Excellence provides patients with access to evidence-based therapies and coordinated care throughout their treatment journey. Founded in 1997, the National Pancreas Foundation is dedicated to supporting patients affected by pancreatic diseases, including pancreatitis and pancreatic cancer. The organization funds research, advocates for improved therapies and provides education and resources for patients, caregivers and health care professionals.
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Section 59, Block 37, Lot 1-3. Plaintiff designates Nassau County as the place of trial. The basis of venue is the location of the subject property. NOTICE YOU ARE IN DANGER OF LOSING YOUR HOME If you do not respond to this summons and complaint by serving a copy of the answer on the attorney for the tax lien holder who filed this foreclosure proceeding against you and filing the answer with the court, a default judgment may be entered and you can lose your home. Speak to an attorney or go to the court where your case is pending for further information on how to answer the summons and protect your property. Sending a payment to the tax lien holder will not stop this foreclosure action. YOU MUST RESPOND BY SERVING A COPY OF THE ANSWER ON THE ATTORNEY FOR THE PLAINTIFF (TAX LIEN HOLDER) AND FILING THE ANSWER WITH THE COURT. Dated: October 15, 2024 LEVY & LEVY Attorneys for Plaintiff 12 Tulip Drive Great Neck, NY 11021 (516)487-6655 BY: JOSHUA LEVY, ESQ #103108 161445
LEGAL NOTICE NOTICE OF FORMATION of Seifert Wildlife Control LLC. Arts of Org filed with Secy. of State of NY (SSNY) on 07/16/26 Office location: Nassau County. SSNY designated as agent upon whom process may be served and shall mail copy of process against LLC to 169 Roosevelt street Oceanside ny 11572. Purpose: any lawful act. 161447 LEGAL NOTICE SUPREME COURT OF THE STATE OF NEW YORK COUNTY OF NASSAU THE BANK OF NEW YORK MELLON, SUCCESSOR TO THE BANK OF NEW YORK, NOT IN ITS INDIVIDUAL CAPACITY BUT SOLELY AS TRUSTEE ON BEHALF OF THE HOLDERS OF THE CIT MORTGAGE LOAN TRUST, 2007-1 ASSETBACKED CERTIFICATES, SERIES 2007-1, -against-
JOANNE RABUFFO, 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 December 8, 2025, wherein THE BANK OF NEW YORK MELLON, SUCCESSOR TO THE BANK OF NEW YORK, NOT IN ITS INDIVIDUAL CAPACITY BUT SOLELY AS TRUSTEE ON BEHALF OF THE HOLDERS OF THE CIT MORTGAGE LOAN TRUST, 2007-1 ASSET-BACKED CERTIFICATES, SERIES 2007-1 is the Plaintiff and JOANNE RABUFFO, 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 15, 2026 at 2:00PM, premises known as 37 BLACKHEATH ROAD, LIDO BEACH, NY 11561; and the following tax map identification: 59-65-34. ALL THAT CERTAIN PLOT, PIECE OR PARCEL OF LAND SITUATE, LYING AND BEING AT LIDO BEACH, 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.: 617656/2022. Lisa S. Poczik, 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. 161748 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 NOTICE OF SALE SUPREME COURT COUNTY OF NASSAU, WILMINGTON SAVINGS FUND SOCIETY, FSB, AS OWNER TRUSTEE OF THE RESIDENTIAL CREDIT OPPORTUNITIES TRUST IX-A, Plaintiff, vs. BRIAN GORMAN, ET AL., Defendant(s). Pursuant to an Order Confirming Referee 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 15, 2026 at 2:00 p.m., premises known as 74 Virginia Avenue, Long Beach, NY 11561. All that certain plot, piece or parcel of land, with the buildings and improvements thereon erected, situate, lying and being in the City of Long Beach, Town of Hempstead, County of Nassau and State of New York, Section 59, Block 234 and Lot 17. Approximate amount of judgment is $385,973.54 plus interest and costs. Premises will be sold subject to provisions of filed Judgment Index # 606173/2024. Jack L. Libert, Esq., Referee Friedman Vartolo LLP, 85 Broad Street, Suite 501, New York, New York 10004, Attorneys for Plaintiff. Firm File No.:253844-1 161696
LEGAL NOTICE NOTICE OF SALE SUPREME COURT. NASSAU COUNTY. 1900 CAPITAL TRUSTE II, BY US BANK TRUST NATIONAL ASSOCIATION, NOT IN ITS INDIVIDUAL CAPACITY BUT SOLELY AS CERTIFICATE TRUSTEE, Pltf. vs. ROBERT PRINCE, et al, Defts. Index #610845/2023. Pursuant to judgment of foreclosure and sale entered July 7, 2025, I will sell at public auction on the North Side steps of the Nassau Supreme Court, 100 Supreme Court Drive, Mineola, NY on September 15, 2026 at 2:00 p.m. premises k/a 37 Anchor Road, Long Beach, NY 11561 a/k/a Section 60, Block 59, Lot 3. All that certain plot, piece or parcel of land, with the buildings
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and improvements thereon erected, situate lying and being at Lido Beach, in the Town of Hempstead, County of Nassau and State of New York, known and designated as Lot No. 3 in Block 59 as shown on a certain map entitled, “Map of Channel Homes, Section No. 1 surveyed January 1956 by Donald C. Voorhies, C.E. & S” and filed in the Nassau County Clerk’s Office on March 29, 1956 as Map No. 6643. Approximate amount of judgment is $590,476.88 plus costs and interest. Sold subject to terms and conditions of filed judgment and terms of sale. TIFFANY D. FRIGENTI, Referee. HILL WALLACK, LLP, Attys. for Pltf., 261 Madison Avenue, 9th Fl., Ste. 940, New York, NY 10016. File No. 020292-01432 #103105 161678 LEGAL NOTICE NOTICE OF SALE SUPREME COURT COUNTY OF NASSAU, U.S. BANK NATIONAL ASSOCIATION, NOT IN ITS INDIVIDUAL CAPACITY, BUT SOLELY AS TRUSTEE FOR THE RMAC TRUST, SERIES 2016-CTT, Plaintiff, vs. DONOVAN CAMPBELL, ET AL., Defendant(s). Pursuant to an Order Amending Caption, Confirming Referee’s Report and Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale duly entered on August 6, 2024, I, the undersigned Referee will sell at public auction on the front steps on the north side of the Nassau County Supreme Court, 100 Supreme Court Drive, Mineola, NY 11501 on September 22, 2026 at 2:00 p.m., premises known as 22 East Hudson Street a/k/a 22 Hudson Street, Long Beach, NY 11561. All that certain plot, piece or parcel of land, with the buildings and improvements thereon erected, situate, lying and being in the City of Long Beach, County of
Nassau and State of New York, Section 59, Block 94 and Lots 14-16. Approximate amount of judgment is $435,012.32 plus interest and costs. Premises will be sold subject to provisions of filed Judgment Index #003172/2017. Cash will not be accepted. Frank Bruno, Jr., Esq., Referee Knuckles & Manfro, LLP, 120 White Plains Road, Suite 215, Tarrytown, New York 10591, Attorneys for Plaintiff 161874 LEGAL NOTICE SURROGATE’S COURT, NASSAU COUNTY CITATION THE PEOPLE OF THE STATE OF NEW YORK, By the Grace of God Free and Independent TO: Office of the NYS Attorney General Grassi Advisory Group, Jasper Surety Sara McLane-Evans obo EO June H. Litzman NYC Department of Social Services any and all unknown persons whose names or parts of whose names and whose place or places of residence are unknown and cannot after diligent inquiry be ascertained, distributees, heirs-atlaw and next-of-kin of the said William Hanson, deceased, and if any of the said distributees named specifically or as a class be dead, their legal representatives, their husbands or wives, if any, distributees and successors in interest whose names and/or places of residence and post office addresses are unknown and cannot after diligent inquiry be ascertained A petition having been duly filed by Nassau County Public Administrator, who is domiciled at 240 Old Country Road Suite 603, Mineola, New York 11501. YOU ARE HEREBY CITED TO SHOW CAUSE before
the Surrogate’s Court, Nassau County, at 262 Old Country Road, Mineola, New York, on September 23, 2026, at 10:00 o’clock in the forenoon of that day, why the account of Nassau County Public Administrator, a summary of which has been served herewith, as Administrator of the estate of William Hanson, should not be judicially settled. Further Relief Sought (if any): 1. Releasing and discharging the Petitioner from all liability, responsibility and accountability as to all matters set forth in the account of proceedings; 2. Allowing the commissions of the Petitioner in the amount of $ 44,806.86 pursuant to SCPA 2307(1) and the reasonable and necessary expenses of the office in the amount of $ 14,322.74 pursuant to SCPA 1207(4); 3. Fixing and determining the attorney’s fees and disbursements of Mahon, Mahon, Kerins & O’Brien, LLC attorney for petitioner in the amount of $ 81,677.13 as and for legal fees and $ 3,818.28 as and for disbursements, for a total of $ 85,495.41, of which $ 28,995.41 has been paid and $ 56,500.00 of which is unpaid; 4. Fixing and determining the accounting fees of Grassi & Co, CPA’s, PC in the amount of $ 6,000.00, NONE of which has been paid and $ 6,000.00 of which is unpaid; 5. Allowing, approving and directing payment of the Medicaid claim of NYC Department of Social Services in the amount of $ 773,615.16; 6.
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each of you claiming to be a distributee of the Decedent to establish proof of your kinship, and show cause why the balance of said funds should not be paid to said alleged distributees upon proof of kinship or deposited with the New York State Comptroller on account for the unknown next of kin of WILLIAM HANSON, decedent, should said alleged distributees default herein or fail to establish proof of kinship; 7. Releasing and discharging the surety; 8. Granting such other and further relief as to the Court is just and proper. Dated, Attested, and Sealed, August 6, 2026 (Seal) HON. HON. DAVID P. SULLIVAN JUDGE OF THE SURROGATE’S COURT Surrogate s/ Debra Keller Leimbach Chief Clerk Richard T. Kerins, Esq. Print Name of Attorney Mahon, Mahon, Kerins & O’Brien, LLC Firm Name (516) 538-1111 Telephone 254 Nassau Boulevard South, Garden City South, New York 11530 Address rkerins@mmkolaw.com Email (optional) NOTE: This citation is served upon you as required by law. You are not required to appear. If you fail to appear it will be assumed that you do not object to the relief requested. You have a right to have an attorney appear for you, and you or your attorney may request a copy of the full account from the petitioner or petitioner’s attorney. 161872 To place a notice here call us at 516-569-4000 x232 or send an email to: legalnotices@liherald.com
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s the final weeks of summer approach, I find myself looking back fondly on what has been an extraordinary season in the Town of Hempstead. Summer has always been a special time in our township. It’s when parks come alive, beaches and pools fill with families, and neighbors have an opportunity to spend more time together. This year has been no exception. All across America’s largest township, residents have gathered to enjoy everything our town has to offer. For me, some of the best moments of this summer were also the simplest: talking with families at a local park, seeing kids dancing at one of our children’s shows, meeting seniors enjoying the Senior Summer Beach Program, or watching generations of residents create a music-loving bond at one of our summer concerts. Those moments are what make the town such a special place. This summer, we worked hard to offer residents more opportunities to get outside, encouraging everyone to
take a “staycation,” to have some fun and to make memories without having to travel far from home. Our free Summer Concert Series brought live music directly into neighborhoods across the township, with performances nearly every night throughout July and August. At Town Park Point Lookout, thousands gathered for our Disco Summer Dance Party, featuring Sister Sledge, C+C Music Factory, Lime, Alisha, Tavares and France Joli, along with food trucks, family activities and a spectacular drone show. Our Traveling Summer Luau Series transformed local pools into tropical getaways, with music, games and activities for the entire family. Our children’s shows gave our youngest residents something to look forward to throughout their summer vacation, while programs for seniors offered opportunities to stay active, socialize and enjoy the best of this beautiful season. We truly hit the ground running this summer, and it has been all gas and no brakes. We kicked off the season by opening town pools and splash pads early. When extreme heat arrived, we
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extended hours at our beaches and pools to ensure that people had plenty of ways to beat the heat. These facilities are about much more than entertainment; they’re about quality of life. Local government is at its best when it delivers the services residents depend on while also strengthening the communities they call home. That means maintaining our roads and infrastructure, keeping our neighborhoods clean, investing in our parks and recreational facilities, and ensuring that taxpayer dollars are spent responsibly. But it also means creating opportunities for neighbors to come together. Every packed concert, busy pool and crowded community event represents something bigger: people choosing to spend time together. As we all plunge deeper into the era of smartphones, tablets and social media, it’s extraordinary to see everyone connect offline and strengthen their communal roots in our township. The programs and events we offer are intended to provide residents with memorable experiences they can enjoy just minutes from their homes. I’m proud of what we accomplished this
rom our Concert Series to our Disco Dance Party to our Luau Series.
summer — but I’m even more excited about what comes next. We will continue to invest in our parks, beaches and recreational facilities. We will continue to improve our roads and infrastructure. We will continue to look for new ways to offer highquality services while respecting the hardworking taxpayers who fund them. And we will continue to find ways to bring people together and make our communities even stronger. There’s still plenty of summer left to enjoy, including more neighborhood concerts and activities across the township. Come on down and celebrate the unofficial end of the season with our Endless Summer Concert at Town Park Point Lookout. Soon enough, the beach chairs will be packed away, children will head back to school and another Long Island summer will come to a close — but the work of building a better Town of Hempstead never stops. This summer gave us plenty to celebrate. Now we’ll carry that energy and sense of community into the months ahead as we continue to make the town the best place to live, work and raise a family. Thank you to every resident who joined us and made this a summer to remember. John Ferretti is supervisor of the Town of Hempstead.
Let’s give kids the mental health support they deserve
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ental illness is an epidemic touching most Americans, whether directly or through a loved one. More than one in five adults suffers from mental illness. Even more concerning, one in every seven youth ages 6 to 17 suffers from a mental health disorder. As a mother of four children, I know that mental health is pivotal to a healthy society of people that can work and be financially independent. The pressures our young people face today are immense — the high cost of living, trouble finding employment, student loans. The increased pressures of schoolwork and outside influence of social media don’t help, either. We must ensure that they have the resources they need to navigate life. As the ranking member of the Senate Mental Health Committee, I have made protecting our residents’ mental health a priority, so that no one in our commu-
nity has to face these struggles alone. Suicide is now the second leading cause of death among people ages 10 to 24, with rates growing significantly in recent years. This is just heartbreaking. Our schools need qualified mental health professionals to work with students and faculty to identify, report and address mental health concerns before they escalate. That’s why I introduced a bill to provide schools with funding. This state aid program would reimburse school districts outside New York City up to $50,000 when they hire these professionals and offset the burden on property taxes. Most students needing care go unnoticed, so schools need the right tools. A mental health services program coordinator could help identify troubling symptoms early, but that work is only as effective as the tools available to diagnose them. I’ve partnered with Assemblyman Ari Brown to introduce another bill that would direct the commissioners of education, health and mental health to jointly develop model mental health screenings and guidelines that school districts could choose to implement,
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covering screening frequency, confidentiality, training standards and connecting students to further resources, made available to every district at no charge. Together, these two bills would ensure that schools are equipped to identify when students are struggling, and to know what to do next. I am also proud to cosponsor another bill that would direct the State Office of Mental Health to develop suicide-prevention materials and authorize schools to incorporate suicide prevention and depression education into their health curriculum. That would help students learn to recognize warning signs in themselves and their peers before a crisis occurs, and would cover topics such as cyberbullying and social media safety. While much of my efforts on mental wellness have been focused on reaching our youth, mental illnesses do not always remain invisible in adults. No doubt, many of us have seen public examples of the devastating impact of years or decades of mental health struggles, particularly among the homeless population. Some people end up on the
ost students who need help go unnoticed, so schools need the right tools.
wrong side of the criminal justice system, at least in part, because of their struggles with mental illness. Unfortunately, there is a shortage of mental health professionals in our jails and correctional facilities. Many of these people will one day be back in the community — whether or not any of their mental health issues were addressed. To incentivize more professionals to work in this challenging environment, I have introduced legislation with Assemblyman Jake Blumencranz to establish a loan-forgiveness program for mental health professionals in these facilities to ensure that they can get the assistance they need. Mental health, like so many challenges we face as a state, cannot be solved with a single bill or in a single legislative session. It requires continuous attention, and a willingness to keep strengthening the resources available to our children. I remain committed to working with my colleagues on both sides of the aisle to ensure that no New Yorker, and especially no child in New York, has to face these struggles alone, and that every New Yorker has the tools and support they need to help them thrive. Patricia Canzoneri-Fitzpatrick represents the 9th State Senate District.
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s children head back to school, parents naturally want to make sure their kids succeed — good grades, positive relationships with teachers and classmates, and a school year filled with opportunities. That instinct is understandable. Parents have an important role in their children’s education. They should know what their kids are learning, monitor attendance and academic progress, communicate with teachers and school officials, attend meetings when appropriate, and ask questions when something doesn’t seem right. When a problem arises, parents shouldn’t be afraid to address it. The key is to address problems with the school rather than automatically trying to solve every problem for the child. Children need opportunities to develop independence, responsibility and confidence. Those qualities develop when they are given the chance to navigate challenges themselves. No parent wants to see a child struggle with a difficult assignment, receive a disappointing grade, have a disagreement with a friend or feel frustrated by a teacher’s decision. The natural reaction can be to intervene immediately. Send the email. Make the phone call. Explain the situation. Fix the problem. Sometimes intervention is necessary. Parents should step in when a child is
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letters Why are we talking about measles again? To the Editor: It happened a long time ago, but I still remember my childhood bout with measles. I was 7. Measles had been going around my elementary school for months. Many of my second-grade classmates had already been sick. With no vaccine available, everyone was at risk. Early that spring, it was my turn. I felt flushed and tired in school one afternoon, and by the next evening was running a fever and feeling achy. The days that followed were awful. I developed a hacking cough and a sensitivity to light. When my temperature hit 102 one night, my parents took turns bathing my arms, chest and forehead with cool washcloths. I remember the worried looks on their faces. After six rough days, I began to feel slightly better — still weak but
being bullied, facing discrimination, dealing with a serious safety concern or encountering a problem that requires adult assistance. But a forgotten assignment can be a lesson in organization. A poor grade can be a chance to understand what went wrong and develop a better approach. A disagreement with a classmate can teach a child how to communicate, compromise and resolve conflicts. A difficult interaction with a teacher can teach a student to respectfully advocate for him or herself. School is about far more than academics. It is also where children learn how to function in the world. They learn to meet deadlines, ask questions, accept constructive criticism, work with others, make decisions and live with the consequences. They won’t always get it right. And that’s OK. Mistakes aren’t necessarily signs that a child is failing. Often, they are evidence that a child is learning. The goal of parenting is not to eliminate every mistake, but to help children understand them and become better equipped to handle the next challenge. Teachers and schools have an obvious role in this partnership. Educators should communicate clearly with families, offer appropriate opportunities for parents to be involved and recognize that they know their children in ways
teachers cannot. At the same time, schools must give students space to develop their own relationships, voices and responsibilities. The partnership works best when everyone understands their roles. Parents provide support and guidance. Teachers provide instruction and expertise. And students, increasingly as they grow older, take responsibility for their own education. That balance may look different in kindergarten than it does in high school. A young child may need considerable parental assistance getting organized, completing routines and understanding expectations. An older student should gradually take more ownership — contacting a teacher, tracking assignments, preparing for a test or addressing a problem before a parent becomes involved. The ultimate goal is not to have children depend on their parents indefinitely. It is to prepare them to become capable adults who can make decisions, solve problems and recover when things don’t go according to plan. As a new school year begins, parents should remember that their children are not projects to be perfectly managed. They are young people learning how to become independent. The job is not to make sure students never stumble. It is to make sure they know how to get back up.
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he Herald has long understood what too many in Albany still refuse to accept: Long Island is not New york City. We have different priorities. We live differently. We raise our families differently. We work for a living. yet year after year, Albany treats us as an afterthought while pouring resources and political energy into the five boroughs. I have one guiding principle in the Assembly: Long Island comes first. Not Republican first. Not Democrat first. Long Island first. That philosophy is why voters in the 20th Assembly District, which has historically elected Democrats, continue to support me, and why the Conservative Party has given me a perfect 100 percent voting record. My constituents know I
don’t ask whether an idea is liberal or conservative. I ask whether it’s good for the people who actually live here, pay the taxes and keep this place running. People move to Long Island for safe neighborhoods, excellent schools, strong local government and towns where neighbors still know one another. They want to raise their children in communities from Inwood to Montauk and from Long Beach to Glen Cove, not under onesize-fits-all rules written for Manhattan and Brooklyn. Albany keeps forgetting that. The latest example is the push to force local governments outside New york City to move elections to odd-numbered years. If this is such good policy, why is New york City exempt? Why do the mandates always fall on us while the city gets the carve-outs? Now the pattern has reached a new low. Gov. Kathy Hochul just handed New york City Mayor Zohran Mamdani roughly $8 billion in state aid and
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Letters less feverish. The rash that had covered my body gradually disappeared. I coughed less as the days passed. Almost three weeks after getting sick, I returned to school. In 1963, when measles vaccines finally became available, my mother said that no one would ever suffer from this dreaded disease again. Though her optimism was a bit premature — measles didn’t vanish overnight — the number of cases nevertheless declined steadily as more children became vaccinated. By 2000, the World Health Organization declared the disease essentially eliminated in America. But now measles is back, with the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention reporting more than 2,400 confirmed cases in 2026 — more than all of last year. In fact, the number of reported cases in the past 20 months is greater than the previous 24 years combined. CDC data also indicates that most of those infected are young and unvaccinated. While U.S. Secretary of Health and Human Services Robert F. Kennedy Jr. has recently encouraged parents to vaccinate their children against measles, he has had a long history of skepticism about vaccines, even push-
accounting maneuvers to bail out the city’s budget. Nearly $8 billion of taxpayer money, including money from Long Island families who work every day, to paper over City Hall’s fiscal mess. While our roads deteriorate, our property taxes remain crushing and our local governments struggle under Albany’s mandates, the state found billions for New york City. That money should have been invested in the communities that actually live within their means. Instead it went to rescue a city government that can’t control its spending. Mamdani’s record makes it worse. He has refused to clearly condemn “globalize the intifada,” associated with voices that minimize or excuse terrorism, and appointed a judiciary advisory committee with no Jewish members at a time of rising antisemitism. Sept. 11 families have made clear they do not want him at the 25th-anniversary ceremony. This
ing debunked connections between vaccines and autism. A chorus of antivaxxers share online conspiracy theories about the medical profession and the pharmaceutical industry. Now we have President Trump’s recent executive order calling for the MMR (measles, mumps and rubella) vaccine to be administered to children in three separate doses rather than two, the standard practice. His order has dismayed and angered doctors and other health care professionals, who fear that more children will receive incomplete dosages or wind up completely unvaccinated. While a few thousand cases of measles may not strike some as serious, especially since most people recover from it, it’s astonishing that we’re even talking about a disease that was once practically eliminated. Shame on those who have stoked anxiety and confusion about MMR. And politics aside, there can be no excuse for putting any child at risk for such a miserable infection. Having the measles is no day at the beach. Trust me on that. RICHARD J. CONWAy Massapequa
isn’t leadership. It is a pattern that encourages division and hate. America is built on the rule of law and equal justice. Those values are not optional. Long Islanders of every background still largely live by traditional American values: We are neighbors before we are partisans. When a family needs help, politics usually takes a back seat. That’s the culture I was elected to protect. I didn’t go to Albany to serve as a junior partner to New york City, or to rubber-stamp bailouts for mayors who treat the suburbs as an ATM. I went to fight for the people of the 20th District, and for the suburban way of life that makes Long Island worth defending. I call on my Long Island colleagues on both sides of the aisle, Democrats and Republicans, to start working for Long Island and not for a party. Stop the bailouts. Stop the special treatment. Put Long Island first. That is the job. That is the promise. And that is what I will keep doing. Ari Brown represents the 20th Assembly District.
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