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Ready for the school year Malverne Police Department aims to keep students and teachers safe ing with administrators and teachers and becoming familiar with security procedures. The department’s school As students have returned to classrooms this month, the safety efforts extend beyond the Malverne Police Department is beginning of the academic emphasizing its presence at year. Police offer emergency schools throughout the village response training to faculty while continuing its year-round and administrators at public, private and parofocus on school chial schools safety, emergency throughout the vilpreparedness and lage. Officers also community engagetake part in lockment. down and fire drills The village conto better undersiders the safety of stand each building children a top priand work with staff ority and has on emergency proworked with the cedures. Police Department “We want to be to provide school prepared to know security at both public and private TIMoThY SullIVAN how to act, and we work in conjuncschools. Mayor tion with the “Our children school, the school should always be our number one priority,” administration and the teachMayor Timothy Sullivan said. ers,” Chief Tom Martini said. “Malver ne is a community “We get involved very, very where we look after one anoth- hands-on with the school in ter ms of making sure that er.” there’s safety.” During the first week of A major component of the school, officers were stationed outside school buildings on a department’s preparedness rotating basis. They patrolled efforts is active-shooter trainduring student drop-off and ing. The department began conpickup, and were visible inside ducting scenario-based trainschools, walking hallways, talkContinued on page 16

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A night of remembrance Members of the Lakeview and West Hempstead Fire Departments retired the colors during the West Hempstead Sept. 11 ceremony commemorating the 25th anniversary. Story, more photos, Page 3. Mayor Tim Sullivan concluded the Sept. 11 ceremony, marking 25 years since the World Trade Center attacks. Story, more photos, Page 10.

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Chamber Art Walk returns to village streets By ALYSSA R. GRIFFIN agriffin@liherald.com

The Malver ne Chamber of Commerce will once again transform the village into a walkable gallery this fall with the return of its ninth annual Art Walk, which begins Sept. 19 and continues through Oct. 15. The free community event will feature more than 100 pieces of original artwork displayed in more than 30 local businesses throughout Malverne. The exhibition will showcase the work of Long Island artists ranging from professionals to hobbyists, with participants between the ages of 15 and 90. Artwork on display will include paintings, photography, quilts, sculpture, mixed media and other forms of visual art. Participating locations will stretch from Crossroads Farm, which will feature life-size driftwood horses, through Hempstead Avenue, Church Street and Broadway. The Art Walk is designed to celebrate local artists while encouraging visitors to explore businesses and services they may not have previously visited. Organizers expect the event to draw more than 1,000 people, including visitors from outside Malverne, who can experience the artwork while shopping and dining throughout the village. “We really want to get people out into the streets and communicate with one

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The Malverne Chamber of Commerce celebrated the opening of their 8th Annual Art Walk at the library on June 14, 2025. another, looking at art, and going into our shops and services,” Maria Casini, chairwoman of the Malverne Chamber of Commerce, said. The kickoff Sept. 19 will add live entertainment and outdoor art to the streets. Visitors will be able to enjoy live music, live mural painting and chalk art along Hempstead Avenue and Church Street. This year’s event includes several new elements, including work from new professional artists and 21 pieces created by students from Malverne Middle

School and Malverne High School. Student artwork will be included among the show’s eight juried categories. The Art Walk is being held as a juried exhibition for the second consecutive year. Artist and photographer Wendy Curtis will judge entries in painting, mixed media, drawing, photography, sculpture, print making, digital art and student work. The Best in Show award will go to Rockville Centre artist Kathryn Maher for her painting, “Man on Subway,” which is also featured on this year’s Art

Walk poster. Casini said the Art Walk continues to grow while maintaining its focus on bringing people into the village. “The mission of the 9th Annual Art Walk event is to inspire and motivate people through the visual and musical arts to come out onto the streets of Malverne to shop, eat and drink in Malverne Chamber businesses as they experience a multi-disciplinary cultural art event.” Casini said. Metro Physical & Aquatic Therapy is serving as the event’s top sponsor and is helping make live street entertainment possible. Musicians will perform along Hempstead Avenue beginning at noon Sept. 19. “The Art Walk is one of our most exciting annual events because it reflects everything the Malverne Chamber of Commerce stands for: supporting local business, celebrating community and bringing people together,” Elizabeth Krull, president, said. The walk will remain on display for nearly a month, giving residents and visitors multiple opportunities to explore the exhibition. Organizers hope the event will encourage visitors to spend time in Malverne. This year’s Art Walk will continue the chamber’s tradition of bringing people together through the arts while giving visitors another reason to explore the village.

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Pastor Ray Loithoir offered a prayer at the beginning of the ceremony.

Commemorating the anniversary of Sept. 11 By ANTHONY FAVILLA Intern

A memorial was held in West Hempstead Friday to commemorate people from the area who died on September 11, 2001. Names of the deceased were read aloud and honored with candles and flowers at the 9/11 monument in Halls Pond Park on the 25th anniversary of the attacks. Boy Scouts Troop 240 presented a candle and a flower for each name read, presenting a 13th for all lives lost on 9/11. Assemblyman Ed Ra spoke of the importance of the scouts being here as a way to educate the youth on the importance of the event. “We have a huge portion of our population who was not born on that date,” Ra said. “I don’t know that we’re doing a good enough job within the school system of teaching about this and making sure everybody learns this piece of history and remembers it.” The West Hempstead and Lakeview fire departments presented a massive American flag on the corner of Nassau Boulevard and Hempstead Avenue, at the entrance of the park. They also presented the colors during the ceremony. “We lost more than 343 firefighters that day. Just seeing these firefighters reminds me of the danger that all first responders sign up for. They paid the ultimate sacrifice,” said Nassau County Legislator Carrie Solages in a speech. Town of Hempstead Councilman Thomas Muscarella also spoke about the importance of how 9/11 is viewed, outlining three “R’s” in his speech: recall, remember and resolve. He put an emphasis on resolving. “Use 9/11 to bring out America’s greatness, generosity, faith, kindness and justice to the betterment of the world’s tomorrow,” Muscarella said. Students from the West Hempstead Secondary School band played America the Beautiful and God Bless America during the

The Halls Pond Park 9/11 memorial features names of those from the area who passed away that day. ceremony. They were led by Benjamin Coleman, the band teacher. Pastor Ray Lorthoir, who offered prayers during the ceremony, took a moment after the band played to reflect on one of the people who died whose name was read, Kevin Colbert. Colbert attended West Hempstead Secondary School and graduated in 1995. His body was found in the rubble of the towers two years after the attacks, according to Lorthoir. He faced the band directly when talking about Colbert. “These are the things that we do have to remember as we go along. These are real people, some of them having roamed the halls of West Hempstead [secondary] school, where you are now,” Lorthoir said. The memorial was hosted by the West Hempstead Civic Association in conjunction with Lakeview Fire Department and West Hempstead Fire Department. The event was organized by Maureen Mahoney, Sarah Alvarado and Neal Rosenblatt of the Civic Association. Rosenblatt read out the names of each person listed on the memorial.

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Maurice W. Downing Primary School Principal Joseph Kuehn met with incoming kindergarten students and their families during the school’s Kindergarten Welcome Playdate Aug. 22.

Kids, parents meet Downing principal Courtesy Malverne school district

Davison Avenue school has welcomed a new principal, Chineeka Davis. ilarities between Malverne and the communities where she has lived and worked. She described Malverne as multicultural, family-oriented and strongly connected, qualities that fit naturally with her philosophy of education. “I want the families to know that they can reach out to me,” she said. “I’m just a parent like they are, I’m a community member like they are.” Building relationships will be a major priority during her first year at Davison Avenue. Davis wants students to feel safe, supported and excited to come to school each day. She also wants families to see her as accessible and approachable and feel comfortable communicating with her. “I am confident that her collaborative spirit will inspire our students and staff and deeply engage our families and community, all while honoring the proud Malverne tradition of excellence,” Rianna said. Her leadership philosophy is rooted in treating students with the same care and attention she would give her own children. She plans to focus on student safety, happiness and academic achievement as she begins her new role in Malverne. “I’m excited about the fact that I can take all the experiences that I’ve had in 25 years in another district and share that with the children and the staff and families in Malverne,” Davis said.

Families at Maurice W. Downing Primary School got to meet new principal Joseph Keuhn on Aug. 22 during a playdate for incoming kindergarteners. The kids had fun at the annual Kindergarten Welcome Playdate and met with their future classmates, according to a press release. The “Junior Mules” played together at Downing’s playground and got to connect with their new peers. The families of the children got the

chance to meet Keuhn, also a newcomer to the school. Keuhn was previously the assistant principal of Howard T. Herber Middle School, now replacing Erik Walker, who held the position for two years. Parents met with other leaders from the district during the playdate, getting the chance to connect with them and other families from Malverne. –Anthony Favilla

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Chineeka Davis is beginning a new chapter in her career in education as the new principal of Davison Avenue school in the Malverne school district. Davis comes to Malverne with 25 years of experience in the Uniondale school district, where she spent 18 years as a classroom teacher before moving into school administration. Her career has included teaching second, third and fifth grades at Smith Street School, where she developed deep connections with students and families. Davis ear ned an undergraduate degree in elementary education from St. John’s University, as well as a master’s degree in literacy from St. John’s. She also holds a master’s degree in education with a concentration in administration. “Chineeka Davis brings a remarkable depth of instructional expertise and a proven track record of administrative leadership to Davison Avenue Intermediate School,” superintendent Maria Rianna said. “Following an extensive search, it became clear that her student-centered philosophy, commitment to high-achieving learning environments and dedication to nurturing creativity and the arts align perfectly with our district’s mission.” Although Davis earned her administrative degree in 2006, she remained in the classroom for several years while raising her children. In 2018, she began her administrative career when she was appointed assistant principal at Grand Avenue Elementary School in Uniondale. After four years at Grand Avenue, Davis moved to Northern Parkway Elementary School, gaining experience in a larger school environment. She later returned to Smith Street School, serving as assistant principal for the past two years. Her move to Malverne represents a significant professional transition after spending her entire career in Uniondale. Davis sees the opportunity as a chance to grow professionally while bringing her years of experience to a new school community. “My goal is to keep students safe, to make them happy and to ensure that they’re learning to their absolute fullest potential,” Davis said. Davis said she has already seen sim-

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games to watch Thursday, Sept. 17 Boys Soccer: Seaford at V.S. South......................5 p.m. Boys Soccer: Lawrence at Plainedge ...................5 p.m. Girls Soccer: South Side at Calhoun ...................5 p.m. Girls Soccer: North Shore at Wantagh..................5 p.m. Field Hockey: North Shore at Baldwin ..................5 p.m. Girls Soccer: Lynbrook at Plainedge ....................7 p.m. Girls Soccer: Lawrence at V.S. North ....................7 p.m.

Friday, Sept. 18 Football: Mepham at Calhoun ........................3:30 p.m. Football: Seaford at EastRock/WestHemp ...........6 p.m. Football: Division at Plainedge .......................6:30 p.m. Football: Sewanhaka at Wantagh ........................7 p.m. Football: C.S. Harbor at Malverne .......................7 p.m. Football: Oyster Bay at Lawrence .........................5 p.m.

Saturday, Sept. 19 Football: V.S. Central at New Hyde Park ...............1 p.m. Football: East Meadow at Uniondale ..............1:30 p.m. Football: Locust Valley at Lynbrook .................1:30 p.m. Football: Kennedy at Long Beach ...................1:30 p.m. Football: Bethpage at Elmont .........................1:30 p.m. Football: Baldwin at Carey ..............................1:30 p.m. Football: Clarke at South Side .............................2 p.m. Football: MacArthur at Garden City ......................3 p.m.

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For a West Hempstead boys soccer team that struggled to score goals a year ago, the introduction of Messi to the attack has been massive. Yohann Messi Tataille, to be exact. The senior arrived from Boston in late August, and his impact has been immediate. In four matches, Messi Tataille has already scored five of the Rams’ 12, two more goals than West Hempstead scored all of last season. Like the Argentine legend, Messi Tataille is a threat in multiple ways. “He’s playing midfield and forward, but he’s relentless,” West Hempstead coach Chris Van Kovics said. “He just goes to the goal as much as he possibly can, and having him put five up in the first part of the season, it’s great. But is he going to get tripleman marked? Yeah, probably, so he’s going to become a playmaker now.” And there are multiple options for Messi Tataille as a p l ay m a ke r, i n c l u d i n g juniors Cameron Leslie, Derlens Fontas Jose ph (two goals, one assist), and Emmanuel Suarez, as well as senior Josiah Verdi, who has two goals and an assist. “We’re trying to figure out who’s going to play where, what players are going to play with each other,” Van Kovics said. “We’re fortunate that we have a bunch of players who can play multiple positions.” While the abundance of scoring has been a welcome surprise, Van Kovics said any

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Cristofer Ayala Martinez an West Hempstead are off to a promising start, splitting its first four matches. success his team has this year begins with junior goalkeeper Bryan Guzman. “He’s very talented. He’s got g reat size, very good

knowledge of the game, he runs the back for us, he directs traffic out there, he’s fearless in the box,” Van Kovics said. “He was outstand-

ing last year, and he’s outstanding this year, so we’re hoping that he’s going to run the back for us as much as possible.”’ The defense is virtually brand new this season, but there’s plenty of depth there as well, with senior Wilder Castro, juniors Alan Escamilla, Alexis Fer nandez and Cristian Bonilla Pena as well as sophomore Jared Suruy Diaz. “It’s going to be fun and interesting to see how we can put these guys together and put the best defense on the field,” Van Kovics said. After opening the season with non-league defeats to Valley Stream North and Vall e y S t re a m S o u t h , We s t Hempstead’s first win of the season was a wild one — a 7-5 defeat of Wheatley. Messi Tataille scored four of his five goals in that game, which saw both teams combine for nine goals after halftime. “We got some calls going our way, and we took the momentum from scoring early, and we kept that energy,” Van Kovics said. “We hit a post, we hit a crossbar, so we could have had a few more. But you have to take advantage of creating as many opportunities on offense as you can. We actually took advantage of it, and we scored seven goals.” A 2-1 win over Evergreen Charter followed, with Messi Tataille and Verdi scoring the goals. The Rams hope to carry some momentum into a big three-game stretch, which includes a road game against Oyster Bay and home contests against Cold Spring Harbor and Carle Place.

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Suozzi pushes protection for worshippers By ROKSANA AMID ramid@liherald.com

More than two dozen religious leaders representing a number of faiths stood together at the Holocaust Memorial and Tolerance Center last week as U.S. Rep. Tom Suozzi called for passage of federal legislation intended to protect people from intimidation and harassment at religious services. Suozzi highlighted the bipartisan, bicameral Right to Worship Act at a Sept. 9 news conference at the center in Glen Cove. Alan Mindel, chairman of HMTC’s board of directors, said that protecting religious freedom is central to the organization’s mission. “This bill grants necessary protections to houses of worship so as to protect the constitutional rights of freedom of religion granted to all Americans,” Mindel said. “In the current climate, where people have been obstructed from entering their house of worship, this new law will allow each American, regardless of faith, to freely enter their church, synagogue or mosque for their constitutionally protected right to pray, without obstruction or harassment.” Suozzi said that people should not have to put themselves at risk simply to practice their faith. “Exercising your right to worship should not require you to exhibit partic-

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U.S. Rep. Tom Suozzi, top center, joined religious and advocacy leaders on Sept. 9 to call for passage of the bipartisan Right to Worship Act. ular courage as you enter your synagogue, church, mosque, temple, mandir or gurdwara,” he said. The legislation would establish a 100foot zone around pedestrian and vehicular entrances to houses of worship, beginning one hour before a scheduled service and ending an hour afterward. Within that area, conduct intended to hinder, deter, threaten or intimidate people attending services would be prohibited. Peaceful expression protected by the First Amendment would remain protected. Violations would carry civil penalties, with fines ranging from $2,500 to $10,000 for repeat offenses. The measure would also allow affected worshippers

to pursue civil action, and permit the U.S. attorney general and state attorneys general to bring cases against violators. The Right to Worship Act grew out of Suozzi’s SACRED Act — Safeguarding Access to Congregations and Religious Establishments from Disruption — which he introduced in April, and which included criminal penalties. Negotiations over the legislation, he said, centered on balancing two constitutional rights, freedom of speech and freedom of worship. “Finding a balance between the two is a real challenge,” he said. “It’s why it hasn’t been done — it’s why it’s been controversial.”

Suozzi eventually joined Republican Rep. Brad Knott, of North Carolina, to develop a single proposal that could attract broader support. The House legislation is accompanied by a Senate measure backed by Republican Sen. Ted Cruz, of Texas, and Democratic Sen. Elissa Slotkin, of Michigan. “You shouldn’t have to show courage to go attend your religious services,” Suozzi said. Brandi Katz Rubin, the Anti-Defamation League’s New York/New Jersey deputy regional director, said that harassment at houses of worship has made such protections increasingly important. “No one should have to push through a hostile crowd, shout over a bullhorn or endure targeted threats while simply trying to enter a house of worship and pray,” Katz Rubin said. The ADL, she added, recorded nearly 530 incidents of antisemitic harassment at synagogues nationwide in 2025, along with dozens of protest-related incidents. According to Suozzi, there was discussion of moving the legislation through the Senate as early as this month. If that doesn’t happen, he said supporters could pursue passage during the lame-duck session in November or December. “We really want to get it done this year,” he said, citing momentum from religious organizations and lawmakers in both parties.

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on the quality of the bone at the time of placement, and your medical history. The amount of time before the temporary solution can be converted to the permanent implant supported tooth varies, and should be determined by your implant surgeon. “Once it integrates, the implant is stronger than any tooth in your mouth,” Dr. Sutter said. Implant dentistry can also support several teeth “Patients wouldn’t necessarily need an implant to replace every missing tooth in their mouth,” Dr Sutter said. “Sometimes two to four

implants can be placed as a substructure, to replace an entire quadrant or arch of missing teeth.” Another popular implant solution for patients who suffer from loose dentures, is to get two implants underneath the existing denture, to allow the denture to snap in. This creates a secure denture fit without having to fabricate a new denture, replacing the need for traditional denture glue. The design of the permanent teeth over the implant is done on computer software, and can be modified to the

Implants still require routine maintenance once installed. “You still have to keep things healthy with proper hygiene,” he said. “If you have an implant tooth mixed in with existing natural teeth, normal brushing and flossing is necessary. But if you have a full arch of implant teeth, you must clean around them with specially designed brushes and rinses.” If you’re interested in how a dental implant solution would benefit you, Dr. Sutter recommends scheduling a consultation with him to discuss the different options, and create a treatment solution that addresses your specific dental and cosmetic needs.

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Molloy University has been named to Time magazine’s inaugural America’s Best Colleges list for 2026-27, placing No. 85 among the top 100 colleges and universities in the nation. Molloy was one of 14 New York institutions on the list, and the only Long Island college or university to receive the distinction. It was recognized alongside Columbia University, Barnard College and New York University. Time evaluated colleges based on student outcomes, learning environment and attractiveness to students. Student outcomes accounted for 75 percent of an institution’s overall score, including graduation rates, graduate earnings and economic value for students. The remaining 25 percent of the score factored in educational costs, student resources and demand. Molloy earned an overall score of 79.93. For President James Lentini, the recognition came as a surprise, because the university was not asked to submit information. “It was totally a surprise to me,” Lentini said. “They did their own research by pulling up return-on-investment info and all kinds of metrics that are out there that people can find, and so, yeah, it was a surprise.” Lentini said that

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Molloy University is ranked No. 85 among the nation’s top 100 colleges and universities in Time magazine’s inaugural America’s Best Colleges list for 2026-27. Time used information including the cost of tuition, graduation rates and graduate salaries. “A lot of this data is available publicly through something called IPEDS” — the Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System — “which is a system we all have to report to,” he said. “It was a pleasant surprise.”

The recognition follows another national ranking based on student outcomes. Lentini noted that Molloy was ranked No. 75 by the Wall Street Journal last year. “It was great that these two publications, and this one being Time, are the same kind of results based on student outcomes,” he said.

The distinction, Lentini added, reflects Molloy’s focus on students. “It says a lot about what we’re doing here and the high quality of the work, and what we’re doing for our students here,” he said. “We have the kind of institution that offers degrees where they’re highly regarded in health care and the arts and business and education, and it just speaks highly of the work that’s happening at Molloy.” Lentini attributed the success of the university’s students in part to its mission and student support. “I think we’re a different kind of place,” he said. “Our mission, being a Catholic school, I think the kind of care our students get, the kind of way we treat each other, the attention we pay to each student, I think it’s a lot missionbased, and I think it speaks to retention rates and graduation rates. “Those kinds of things speak to the fact that our students feel a sense of belonging here,” he added. “They stay, and they get nurtured in a way where they succeed when they graduate.” Time’s recognition, Lentini said, could bring attention from prospective students and families. “I think it should give [us] a boost,” he said. “We’re right in the backyard of a lot of these great students, so we’re worth a look from all these students, and we hope that more recognition will even take us further.”

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Residents held their candles as they prayed for those who lost their lives.

The village remembers those lost on Sept. 11 By ALYSSA R. GRIFFIN agriffin@liherald.com

The Village of Malverne gathered Sept. 11 to mark the 25th anniversary of the World Trade Center attacks, remembering four community members who lost their lives and honoring first responders and others affected by the attacks. The annual ceremony brought village officials, residents, first responders and family members together for an evening of remembrance. Among those remembered were Scott Bart, Jacqueline Donovan, James Haran and Diane Urban, four Malverne residents whose names remain closely connected to the community’s memory of Sept. 11. Mayor Timothy Sullivan reflected on the importance of returning to the ceremony each year and preserving the memories of those who were lost. “When we’re here on 9/11 with one another, those memories come back to you,” Sullivan said. Family members shared personal memories focused not only on Sept. 11, but on the lives their loved ones built before that day. Danny Bart spoke about his son Scott, recalling his personality, sense of humor, family life and career. “There are tremendous memories that I have of Scott,” Bart said. Jacqueline Donovan’s family remembered her as a caring, creative and generous person who grew up in Malverne. They spoke about her connection to the village and residents who still share stories about her. The family also honored her legacy by naming a grandchild after her. Retired NYPD detective and lifelong Malverne resident Jason Houlihan paid tribute to James Haran and Diane Urban. “I received a call yesterday from the village requesting if I’d say a few words about two departed members from the town here,” Houlihan said. “I was absolutely humbled,

Mayor Tim Sullivan welcomed the crowd to the evening of remembrance for the 25th anniversary of the trade center attacks. and I’m happy to be here to speak tonight about Diane and James.” Haran was remembered as a devoted husband, father, son and friend who cherished his family and the home he created in Malverne. Urban’s family recalled her compassion and efforts to assist another person during the attacks, reflecting the selflessness they said characterized her life. The ceremony also recognized first responders who died while attempting to save others on Sept. 11 and those who have since died from illnesses connected to the attacks. Candles and flowers were incorporated into the remembrance. Twenty-five years after the attacks, Malverne’s annual ceremony continues to bring the community together through personal stories, family tributes and prayer while preserving the memories of those who were lost.

Family and friends of Jacqueline Donovan, including Matt Kelleher, Reagan Kelleher, 3, and Barbara Cashin, laid flowers at the memorial. Community members handed out candles residents held during the performance of Amazing Grace by Dorothy Shorter.

Trucking program at NCC offers fresh start By JULIA GILLEGO jgillego@liherald.com

Rebound on the Road celebrated the graduation of its sixth cohort at Nassau Community College earlier this month, recognizing students who completed an intensive program designed to prepare them for careers in commercial trucking while providing support focused on mental health, recovery and personal growth. The graduation, on Sept. 3, marked more than the completion of an eightweek training program. It represented a new beginning for many participants. The program, founded by former NBA star Jayson Williams, is a partnership between Rebound on the Road, Nassau County and NCC. The program offers vocational training to people seeking a second chance, helping participants earn commercial driver’s licenses. For Jerry Kornbluth, NCC’s vice president of community and government relations, the most meaningful part of the ceremony was seeing how much the students had changed over the course of eight weeks. “And when you see them, eight weeks later, at a graduation, and what they’re saying to the other people, and the camaraderie that they built, and the family that they built, they’re going to

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Emil Arthur-Ricketts celebrating his completion of the Rebound on the Road program at Nassau Community college with his father, Martin Ricketts. stay forever,” Kornbluth said. “They’re never going to go back to their old ways.” The program, Williams said, emphasizes professionalism, safety and discipline. Participants train in driving, pretrip inspections and other skills needed to become commercial drivers. But the program also places a strong emphasis on mental health. Students began their mornings with time devoted

to reflection and discussion with mental health professionals before moving into their driving lessons. “I don’t want to put them behind 80,000 pounds if they’re not feeling it,” Williams said. “The psychiatrist and the psychotherapist are very important in what we do.” The combination of training and support, he added, helps turn the participants not only into better drivers, but

professionals prepared for long-term careers. “The thing I’m most proud of is that we become family here,” Williams said. That sense of community was echoed by graduate Emil Arthur-Ricketts, who said the program gave students an environment in which they could support one another while working toward a common goal. “I really enjoyed it,” Arthur-Ricketts said. “I love the fact that it’s family-oriented. It’s more than just trucking itself. It’s really about people coming together — brotherhood, fatherhood — and we all have a common goal in life.” The impact of the program extends beyond graduation day. Kornbluth said that more than 100 students who have graduated from the program have gone on to work driving trucks throughout the United States. Williams said that graduates also remain connected, returning to support one another and helping open doors for future cohorts. For the students celebrating at NCC, the ceremony marked both an ending and a beginning: the end of eight weeks of demanding training, and the start of careers built on responsibility, stability and the promise of a second chance. For more information, visit ReboundontheRoad.org.

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Aiming to ease emissions on Car Free Day children 17 or younger to ride for $1 when accompanied by a parent. For Germain, the most meaningful measure of success is seeing people actually using alternatives to driving. “What really is exciting to me is seeing that 20-something-year-old take the NICE bus to get to Farmingdale State College,” she said, referring to the Nassau Inter-County Express bus service, “or to see the employees at Northwell Health walk to lunch that day, the actions themselves, and the excitement it generates.” While Car Free Day is held once a year, Germain said the coalition promoting it works throughout the year with municipalities, transit partners, academic institutions and health care organizations. Improving transportation choices, she said, can also expand mobility for people who don’t drive, including older adults who have stopped driving and younger people who can’t afford cars. “I think that mobility offers so much freedom,” Germain said. People who live or work in Nassau or Suffolk counties can take participate by making a pledge on the Car Free Day LI website. Participants can also enter a raffle for prizes, including two hybrid bicycles, a Lululemon bundle and an LIRR weekly ticket. More information, and the pledge form, are available at CarFreeDayLI.com.

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Long Island residents are being encouraged to rethink how they get around when the region marks its 14th annual Car Free Day, an initiative in which participants are asked to replace at least one trip made alone by car with a sustainable option. Car Free Day, on Sept. 22, is observed in cities around the world. Long Island joined the movement 13 years ago with a campaign focused on raising awareness of transportation choices and measuring emissions saved when people leave their cars behind. Mindy Germain, co-chair of Car Free Day LI and program manager for Transit Solutions, said the goal is not for participants to eliminate driving for an entire day. “All we ask you to do is swap out one drive-alone car trip,” Germain said. That could mean walking to a store, taking the train or bus, bicycling, or sharing a ride with someone who would otherwise drive separately. Organizers measure the emissions saved through pledges received leading up to the event, and calculate the total for Long Island. Germain said the campaign had already reached about 75 tons of saved emissions based on those pledges. Transportation, she said, accounts for about a third of the emissions con-

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‘More Life’ tour features country star and guest vocalist, James Dupré By JORDAN VALLONE

ountry Music Hall of Fame legend Randy Travis is bringing one of the ﬁnal dates of his acclaimed “More Life” tour to Long Island, wrapping up an emotional two-year run that has taken the show to 54 cities across 24 states. The dynamic performance arrives at Flagstar at Westbury Music Fair on Sept. 25. The show begins at 8 p.m. Travis’s four-decade long career generated iconic No. 1 hits, including “Forever and Ever, Amen,” “On The Other Hand,” and “Three Wooden Crosses,” among others. While Travis no longer performs due to the side effects of a stroke he survived in 2013, he joins his wife, Mary Travis, on stage throughout the show, interacting with fans and celebrating his music alongside longtime members of his band and guest vocalist James Dupré.

Randy Travis carries his country music legacy forward

Travis, 67, is a North Carolina native whose music helped usher in a new traditionalist movement of modern country music when he released. Recognized for his baritone voice and an earnest approach to music, he won backto-back Country Music Association Song of the Year awards in 1986 and 1987. The seven-time Grammy award winner has sold sold over 25 million albums, generating 23 No. 1 hits and 31 Top 10s. He was named a member of the Grand Ole Opry in 1986 and inducted into the Country Music Hall of Fame in 2016. Though a near-fatal stroke has left him unable to perform, Travis’s recovery and commitment to his fans and music has inspired many. “The music — that’s what keeps him coming back,” Mary Travis told the Herald on a call with the country music legend. “That was Randy’s heart, his soul. That’s all he ever wanted to do was make music.” In 2024, Travis released “Where That Came From” through Warner Records Nashville, his

first new recording in over a decade, developed through the use of artificial intelligence software which helped recreate his vocals. It was overlaid on an existing recording of the song from his longtime collaborator, Dupré. Dupré, 42, of Louisiana, became a YouTube sensation in 2007 which led to a performance on “The Ellen DeGeneres Show.” Since then, he’s released multiple albums, appeared on NBC’s “The Voice” in 2015, and was eventually handpicked by Travis and his wife in 2019 to be the guest vocalist for the “More Life” tour. Dupré and Travis first worked together for a 2015 film, “The Price,” which tells the story of an aging country music singer aspiring to reconnect with his son. Years later, when Travis’s team discussed the possibly of him touring again, Dupré emerged as the best choice for long-term collaboration. “When Tony Conway, Randy’s manager said, several years after the stroke, ‘If we wanted to go back on the road, who would you have sing the music?’ — we immediately said James Dupré,” Mary recounts. “We remembered the connection that the two of them had, and it has proved correct. When you see the two on stage, you can see the relationship and the magnetism. It just works perfectly.” • Friday, Sept. 25, 8 p.m. Dupré’s collaboration with Travis, and the release of “Where That • Tickets begin at $35 per person Came From,” helped launch a new chapter of advocacy for Travis and • Flagstar at Westbury Music his wife, who used the song as a platform to champion creators’ rights Fair, 960 Brush Hollow Road, and responsible AI protections for artists. Westbury “It was a good way to introduce AI to be used in a good way,” • Visit RandyTravis.com for Mary says.“Randy’s heart and soul was still in it. He’s still involved with more details the production of it. It’s not taking his voice and using it and abusing it in some other realm.”

About the ‘More Life’ tour

Travis’s tour debuted as “The Music of Randy Travis,” but last year, his team changed the name to the “More Life” tour. “More Life” was one of the last songs Travis recorded before his stroke. “When we were in the hospital, it kept me going because it’s such a beautiful song,” Mary says. “We decided to name the tour ‘More Life’ because that’s what we felt like we got — more life — as a gift.” She describes the show as more than a “regular concert.” Travis’s songs are performed by Dupré, alongside members of his original band, but there’s also videos of Travis shown to the crowd spanning the entire length of his career. Mary also joins Travis and Dupré on stage to tell stories about her husband and his music. “It’s very interactive,” Mary says “It’s almost like a biopic of Randy Travis. It’s not just a concert — it’s a story, and it’s sad, it’s sweet, it’s happy. It’s just Randy Travis, and it’s a beautiful thing.” Travis’s team looks forward to bringing the show to Long Island and sharing his music and life with many longtime fans. “We get to play at some of the neatest (theaters), which I think is kind of cool, because of Randy Travis and the nostalgia of Randy Travis, and the years he’s been here to raise a lot of us on his music,” Mary says, “and Westbury’s a perfect place for us to land over there in Long Island with you all.”

“Wonderboy,” his all-new live tour. Packed with audience participation, sly improv, and his signature realitytwisting illusions, Carbonaro, from the star of truTV’s “The Carbonaro Effect,” delivers a high-energy, laugh-ﬁlled experience for all ages. Part magician, part comedian, all mischief-maker — “Wonderboy” is where magic is the superpower, laughter is the sidekick and reality doesn’t stand a chance. The multitalented actor-magician-comedian has built a career turning the ordinary into the extraordinary. He’s made millions laugh in astonishment by blending quick-witted comedy with jaw-dropping illusions in everyday settings. This tour is where audiences discover him as the Hero of Mischief, in a world where magic is the superpower and laughter is the sidekick.

Friday, Sept. 18, 7:30 p.m. Tickets available at ticketmaster.com or paramountny.com. The Paramount, 370 New York Ave., Huntington.

Eddie Griffin Get ready to laugh until your sides hurt! Over his decades-long career, Eddie Grifﬁn has become known for his sharp social commentary and animated storytelling. The popular comedian-turned-actor blends personal experiences with cultural observations and shifts seamlessly from biting satire to playful crowd work, making him a consistent draw for live audiences nationwide. Acclaimed for his appearances in “Deuce Bigalow, Male Gigolo,” “Chappelle’s Show,” 2018’s “A Star Is Born,”and star of “Undercover Brother,” he’s praised for razor-sharp wit, spot-on impersonations and unmatched stage presence.

Saturday, Sept. 19, 8 p.m. Tickets available at LiveNation.com. Flagstar at Westbury Music Fair, 960 Brush Hollow Road, Westbury.

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CALENDAR than 20 Top 10 smooth jazz singles and has worked with artists including Tower of Power, Natalie Cole and the Pointer Sisters, will perform music from his latest album, “Straight Up Down.”

Senior Health and Beyond Expo

Adults ages 50 and older are invited to attend the free Long Island Herald Senior Health and Beyond Expo at the John A. Anderson Recreation Center. With exhibitors and resources focused on health, wellness and financial planning, along with refreshments, giveaways and opportunities to connect with local organizations and service providers. The Expo is designed to help seniors and their families learn about programs and services that support healthy, active living. • Where: 111 N. Oceanside Road, Rockville Centre • Time: 10 a.m.-12:30 p.m. • Contact: Register at Eventbrite or call (516) 569-4000

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Battle of the Decades

Take a musical journey through three unforgettable eras at Battle of the Decades at the Madison Theatre at Molloy University. The high-energy tribute concert features Radio Gold performing hits from the 1970s, Rock of 80’s celebrating the biggest anthems of the 1980s and Reality Bites bringing the sound of the 1990s to life. The evening will also include the presentation of the Ted Fass Music Scholarship to an incoming Molloy University music student. • Where: 1000 Hempstead Ave., Rockville Centre • Time: 7:30 p.m. • Contact: madisontheatreny.org or (516) 323-4444

Larson Legacy Concert

Adelphi University’s Larson Legacy Concert Series continues with Jonathan Larson Grant recipient abs wilson. This showcase will be a concert reading of the new musical by Kelly Nowak (story/book/ lyrics by abs wilson, story/music by Adam LaPorte). One summer day in 2005, a teenager goes missing from her small Michigan town and is never found. Years later, her family sits for interviews about what they think happened to her. Did Kelly drown in the nearby lake? Is she alive, trapped within a massive conspiracy? Or is she somewhere a little more in between? Framed as a true crime documentary, Kelly Nowak explores the need to hold any kind of tangible truth — no matter the rationality or cost. This 90-minute musical offers a gripping and poignant psychological narrative. This is a fascinating theatrical experience worth checking out.

• Where: 1000 Hempstead Ave., Rockville Centre • Time: 8 p.m. • Contact: madisontheatreny.org or (516) 323-4444

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The 1970s and ‘80s come alive when Double Vision brings their “Foreigner Experience” to the Paramount stage. Whether you’re a lifelong Foreigner enthusiast or a newcomer eager to experience the magic of their music, Double Vision promises a night of electrifying entertainment that will leave you singing along and craving more. Composed of some New York City’s top professional rock musicians, the band delivers the highest level of integrity and technical prowess in bring audiences all the hits from the band that you’ve come to love, while honoring Foreigner and its audience, with a show second to none. The spirit of rock ‘n’ roll lives on, one unforgettable performance at a time, with this group of talented musicians and die-hard Foreigner fans. Double Vision has perfected the art of bringing to life the unforgettable hits that have defined generations. From “I Want to Know What Love Is” to “Cold as Ice,” their renditions are a harmonious blend of passion, precision, and nostalgic energy. Drawing inspiration from Foreigner’s unmistakable sound and stage presence, Double Vision delivers a performance that pays homage to the band’s legacy while infusing their own charisma and enthusiasm. They are joined by special guest Frontier for an authentic • Where: The Paramount, 370 New York Ave., Huntington Foreigner and Journey tribute. Sing along to some of the greatest hit tunes, including • Time: 8 p.m. “Juke Box Hero,” “Hot Blooded,” “Cold As Ice,” “I Want To Know What Love Is,” “Urgent,” • Contact: ticketmaster.com “Double Vision,” “Head Games,” “Feels Like the First Time,” and more. or paramountny.com

• Where: Adelphi University Performing Arts Center, 1 South Ave., Garden City • Time: 3-4:30 p.m. • Contact: adelphi.edu/pac or call (516) 877-4000

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.

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• Where: Faith Lutheran Church, 231 Jackson Ave, Syosset • Contact: Call: Rich, (516) 5214779, or Dennis, (516) 680-8036, or visit longislandharmonizers.org • When: Tuesdays, 7:30-9:30 p.m.

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The Town of Hempstead welcomes all to Town Park Point Lookout for car, bike and tow truck show. With touch-a-truck, Kids Zone, craft vendors, beer garden, and more. • Where: Town Park Point Lookout, 1300 Lido Blvd., Point Lookout • Contact: townofhempsteadevents.com

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Harmonize with Long Island Harmonizers

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

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Find bargains galore as you go through the village and see what residents have for sale! Discounted permit fees are $10. Where: Village of Malverne • • Time: Throughout the day • Contact: (516) 599-1200

‘’We the People’ Celebrate 250 years of American independence with an evening of music inspired by the American experience when Old Westbury Gardens ensemblein-residence Poetica Musica

presents We the People: USA at 250. Featuring Poetica Musica artists Barry Crawford (flute), Oren Fader (guitar), William Anderson (guitar), Molly Morkoski (piano), and Eleanor Valkenburg (mezzo-soprano), the program showcases works by some of America’s most celebrated composers, including Aaron Copland, Cole Porter, Scott Joplin, William Bolcom, Katherine Hoover, and Robert Beaser. Among the highlights are Beaser’s Mountain Songs for flute and guitar, selections from Copland’s vocal repertoire, piano rags by Joplin and Bolcom, and Hoover’s evocative solo flute work Kokopelli. A pre-concert talk begins at 7:30 p.m., Meet-the-Artists reception in the West Porch follows performance. $30, $25 seniors and students. • Where: 71 Old Westbury Road, Old Westbury • Time: 8-9:30 p.m. • Contact: oldwestburygardens. org or call (516) 333-0048

Jazzin’ with Richard Elliot

Grammy-nominated contemporary jazz saxophonist Richard Elliot brings his soulful, bluesy sound to the Madison Theatre for an evening of smooth jazz. Elliot, who has scored more

Links of Joy

Celebrate Sukkot by decorating Long Island Children’s Museum Sukkah. Create colorful chains to adorn our outdoor space while learning about this joyful holiday at the drop-in program. • Where: 11 Davis Ave., Garden City • Time: 1-3 p.m. • Contact: licm.org or (516) 2245800

Malverne Football presentation

Malverne Historical and Preservation Society welcomes all to a program on history of Malverne Football. • Where: 369 Ocean Ave., Malverne • Time: 2-4 p.m. • Contact: (516) 587-9727

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Old Westbury Gardens welcomes families for some seasonal fun! Head to the Barn at Orchard Hill to decorate your own mini pumpkin. All supplies provided, just bring your creativity! All children require an adult participant. Registration required. $27, $25 ages 62+, $20 children. • Where: 71 Old Westbury Road, Old Westbury • Time: 4-6 p.m.; also Oct. 2 • Contact: oldwestburygardens. org or call (516) 333-0048

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LEGAL NOTICE NOTICE OF SALE SUPREME COURT COUNTY OF NASSAU, MTGLQ INVESTORS, L.P., Plaintiff, vs. FRED THAGGARD, ET AL., Defendant(s). Pursuant to a Default Judgment and Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale duly entered on July 23, 2019 and an Order Appointing Successor Referee and Extending Time to Set Sale Pursuant to CPLR § 2004 duly entered on August 5, 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 October 14, 2026 at 2:00 p.m., premises known as 11 Scaneateles Avenue, West Hempstead, NY 11552. 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 35, Block 415 and Lots 881-884. Approximate amount of judgment is $560,198.18 plus interest and costs. Premises will be sold subject to provisions of filed Judgment Index #601444/2018. Referee does not accept cash, only bank or certified checks made payable to Sanford Strenger, Esq., as referee. Sanford Strenger, Esq., Referee Knuckles & Manfro, LLP, 120 White Plains Road, Suite 215, Tarrytown, New York 10591, Attorneys for Plaintiff 162170 LEGAL NOTICE CASE NO. 21527 RESOLUTION NO. 798-2026 Adopted: September 9, 2026 Senior Councilmember Goosby offered the following resolution and moved its adoption: RESOLUTION ESTABLISHING AND SETTING ASIDE CERTAIN PARKING SPACES FOR MOTOR VEHICLES FOR THE SOLE USE OF HOLDERS OF SPECIAL PARKING PERMITS ISSUED BY THE COUNTY OF NASSAU TO PHYSICALLY HANDICAPPED PERSONS.

WHEREAS, pursuant to Resolution No. 790-2026, adopted August 4, 2026, a public hearing was duly held on the 9th day of September 2026, at the Town Meeting Pavilion, Hempstead Town Hall, 1 Washington Street, Hempstead, New York, on the proposed establishment and setting aside of a certain parking space for motor vehicles for the sole use of holders of special parking permits issued by the County of Nassau to physically handicapped persons, in accordance with Section 202-48 of the Code of the Town of Hempstead, all as set forth in said resolution; and WHEREAS, after due consideration, this Town Board finds it to be in the public interest to establish and set aside a certain parking space for motor vehicles for the sole use of holders of special parking permits issued by the County of Nassau to physically handicapped persons; NOW, THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that in accordance with Section 202-48 of the Code of the Town of Hempstead, the following parking spaces be and the same hereby is set aside for the sole use of holders of special parking permits issued by the County of Nassau to physically handicapped persons: 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 for a distance of 20 feet. (TH-33/25 - 3/11/25) (TH-332/26) ; and, BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Town Clerk shall enter this resolution in the minutes of the Town Board and shall publish a copy of this resolution once a newspaper having a general circulation in the Town of Hempstead and shall post a copy hereof on the signboard maintained by her, and file in her office affidavits of such publication and posting. The foregoing resolution was seconded by Councilmember Schneider and adopted upon roll call as follows: AYES: SIX (6) NOES: NONE (0) 162315 PUBLIC & 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 PUBLIC HEARING BY THE BOARD OF APPEALS Pursuant to New York State Town Law Article 16, New York State Public Officers Law Article 7, and the Town of Hempstead Building Zone Ordinance, NOTICE is hereby given that the BOARD OF APPEALS of the Town of Hempstead will hold a public hearing in the Town Meeting Pavilion, Town Hall Plaza, One Washington Street, Hempstead, New York on 09/30/2026 at 9:30 A.M. to consider the following applications and appeals: -----------------------------THE FOLLOWING CASES WILL BE CALLED STARTING AT 9:30 A.M. 500/26. - 501/26. WEST HEMPSTEAD - Simeon A. Chiger & Susan Rachel van Ameongen, Variances, lot area occupied, front yard setback on Gardenia St., rear yard, construct 1-story additions & 2nd story addition & install a/c units in the front yard on Gardenia St., all attached to dwelling; Maintain 15’ high living fence

forward of the dwelling on Redmont Rd. & Gardenia St. & located in the clear sight triangle., S/E cor. Redmont Rd. & Gardenia St., a/k/a 270 Redmont Rd. ALL PAPERS PERTAINING TO THE ABOVE HEARING ARE AVAILABLE FOR INSPECTION AT THE BOARD OF APPEALS, TOWN HALL, 1 WASHINGTON STREET, HEMPSTEAD, NY 11550. This notice is only for new cases in West Hempstead within Town of Hempstead jurisdiction. There are additional cases in different hamlets, towns and villages on the Board of Appeals calendar. The full calendar is available at https://hempsteadny.go v/509/Board-of-Appeals The internet address of the website streaming for this meeting is https://hempsteadny.go v/576/Live-StreamingVideo Interested parties may appear at the above time and place. At the call of the Chairman, the Board will consider decisions on the foregoing and those on the Reserve Decision calendar and such other matters as may properly come before it. 162320 LEGAL NOTICE NOTICE OF ADOPTION OF TOWN OF HEMPSTEAD LOCAL LAW NO. 71-2026 PLEASE TAKE NOTICE that, pursuant to Article 9 of the New York State Constitution, the provisions of the Town Law and the Municipal Home Rule Law of the State of New York, both as amended, a public hearing was duly called and held on the 9th day of September 2026, by the Town Board of the Town of Hempstead, on the proposed adoption of Town of Hempstead Local Law No. 71-2026, and following the close of the hearing the Town Board duly adopted Town of Hempstead Local Law No. 71-2026, to amend Chapter 202 of the Code of the Town of Hempstead, to include and repeal “REGULATIONS & RESTRICTIONS” to limit parking at various locations.

Dated: September 9, 2026 Hempstead, New York BY ORDER OF THE TOWN BOARD OF THE TOWN OF HEMPSTEAD JOHN FERRETTI Supervisor KATE MURRAY Town Clerk 162311 LEGAL NOTICE NOTICE OF SALE SUPREME COURT COUNTY OF NASSAU, U.S. BANK TRUST, N.A., AS TRUSTEE FOR LSF9 MASTER PARTICIPATION TRUST, Plaintiff, vs. JOAN MORRIS, ET AL., Defendant(s). Pursuant to an Order Confirming Referee Report and Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale duly entered on August 24, 2023 and an Order Appointing Successor Referee entered on October 29, 2024, I, the undersigned Referee will sell at public auction on the front steps on the north side of the Nassau County Supreme Court, 100 Supreme Court Drive, Mineola, NY 11501 on October 20, 2026 at 2:00 p.m., premises known as 77 Alden Court, Malverne, NY 11565. 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 Malverne, Town of Hempstead, County of Nassau and State of New York, Section 38, Block 20 and Lot 474. Approximate amount of judgment is $754,838.70 plus interest and costs. Premises will be sold subject to provisions of filed Judgment Index #003452/2014. Brian J. Davis, Esq., Referee Friedman Vartolo LLP, 85 Broad Street, Suite 501, New York, New York 10004, Attorneys for Plaintiff. Firm File No.: 254708-1 162327 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 COURT OF THE STATE OF NEW YORK COUNTY OF NASSAU; Index No.: 613270/2023 Filed August 17, 2023 MORTGAGE ASSETS MANAGEMENT, LLC V.

JANICE GALIOTO A/K/A JANICE L. GALIOTO , INDIVIDUALLY AND AS HEIR-AT-LAW; LORI GALIOTO , HEIR-ATLAW; ; JODI THOMAIDIS , HEIR-ATLAW; UNKNOWN HEIRS OF THE ESTATE OF JOHN P. GALIOTO; UNITED STATES OF AMERICA; UNITED STATES OF AMERICA O/B/O INTERNAL REVENUE SERVICE; NEW YORK STATE DEPARTMENT OF TAXATION AND FINANCE “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 Subject Property described in the Complaint, PUBLICATION TO THE ABOVE NAMED DEFENDANTS: UNKNOWN HEIRS OF THE ESTATE OF JOHN P. GALIOTO YOU ARE HEREBY SUMMONED to answer the Amended 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 to 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 Amended Complaint. NOTICE YOU ARE IN DANGER OF LOSING YOUR HOME If you do not respond to this Supplemental Summons and Amended 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

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LEGAL NOTICE NOTICE OF SALE SUPREME COURT NASSAU COUNTY MTAG, AS CUST FOR ATCF II NEW YORK LLC, Plaintiff against DONNA DI SCLAFANI (AKA DONNA M. SPADAFINA) (INDIVIDUALLY AND AS ADMINISTRATOR C.T.A. OF THE ESTATE OF JOSEPH M. SPADAFINA), et al Defendant(s) Attorney for Plaintiff(s) Hersko & Ehrenreich P.C., 555 Willow Avenue, Cedarhurst, NY 11516, (516) 942-4216. Pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered March 25, 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 October 2, 2026 at 2:00PM. All that certain plot, piece or parcel of land, with the buildings and improvements thereon erected, situate, lying and being, and identified on the land and tax map of the County of Nassau in the State of New York. Premises known as 224 Windsor Lane, West Hempstead, NY 11552. Sec 35 Block 67 Lot 20. Approximate Amount of Judgment is $83,195.19 plus interest, fees, and costs, and attorney fees. Premises will be sold subject to provisions of filed Judgment Index No 608877/2020. 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.” Deposit by certified funds only, made payable to the referee. David Zeidman, Esq., Referee File # 17-6369 162068

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PSEG Long Island urges electrical safety during fall With autumn approaching, many Long Islanders are preparing to remove leaves, decorate for the holidays and complete other outdoor projects. PSEG Long Island is reminding customers to take precautions when using electrical equipment around their homes. Before using an extension cord, residents should make sure it is rated to carry the amount of electricity needed and has received UL approval. All electrical cords should also be inspected for visible damage because cracked or frayed cords can pose a safety risk. PSEG Long Island advises residents not to use electric equipment on wet grass, hedges or shrubs or in other damp areas. Outdoor electrical outlets should have waterproof covers because moisture inside an outlet may create a shock hazard. Power and garden tools should have three-pronged grounding plugs unless they are double-insulated, according to the utility. Residents using ladders should keep them away from overhead electrical lines. PSEG Long Island recommends contacting its Building and Renovation Services Department before beginning any project in which power lines are within 10 feet of the planned work area.

Customers should contact the department at (844) 341-6378 or PSEGLI-BRS@psegliny.com at least 10 business days before starting the project. Additional information about avoiding electrical lines is available through the utility’s “Stay Aware, Stay Alive: Always Look Up” safety campaign at psegliny.com/safetyandreliability/safetytips/proximity. PSEG Long Island is also encouraging residents to develop an emergency plan for their families in case a major storm affects the region. September has historically been the busiest portion of the Atlantic hurricane season, making fall storm preparation particularly important. Emergency plans should account for family members’ needs, communication methods and necessary supplies in case a storm causes power outages or makes travel difficult. Additional storm-preparation guidance is available at psegliny.com/SafetyAndReliability/stormsafety/beforeastorm. PSEG Long Island operates the Long Island Power Authority’s electrical transmission and distribution system under a long-term contract. –Jordan Vallone

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to an attorney or go to the court where your case is pending for further information on how to answer the publication and protect your property. Sending 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 ASSETS MANAGEMENT LLC AND FILING THE ANSWER WITH THE COURT.

To the above named defendants: The foregoing Publication is served upon you by publication pursuant to an order of the Hon. JEFFREY A GOODSTEIN, A.J.S.C, a

Justice of the

Lot: 97

Supreme Court of the State of N.Y., dated August 28, 2026 and filed along with the supporting papers in the Nassau County Clerk’s Office. This is an action to foreclose a mortgage on the property located 330 Charles Street, West Hempstead, NY 11552 Section: 35 Block: Q-02

Nassau County is designated as the place of trial based upon the location of the property being foreclosed. Attorneys for Plaintiff: STERN & EISENBERG, PC, 20 Commerce Drive, Suite 230, Cranford, NJ 07016 T:(516) 630-0288. 162253

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Malverne police officers established a visible presence at village schools, including Downing, as students returned for the new school year.

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ing in 2024, in cooperation with the Nassau County Police Department’s Bureau of Special Operations. The training has included tactical entries, clearing of classrooms and hallways, and realistic emergency scenarios designed to prepare officers for the threat of an active shooter. “The main priority in an activeshooter situation is going to be to stop the threat,” MPD’s Sgt. Joe Falanga said. “We left there pretty comfortable that, you know, God forbid this worstcase scenario happens, we’re ready and we’re prepared to act accordingly.” The department conducted a training session with the Bureau of Special Operations in Malverne schools in February. Officers took part in classroom and hallway exercises before moving on to simulated scenarios designed to test their response. The department plans to rotate training locations so officers become familiar with the layouts of different schools. Additional training is planned for the fall. Officers also offer annual presentations to teachers and school staff. In these sessions, they explain how police would respond to an active-shooter emergency, and what school personnel should expect when officers enter a school building. Police attend at least one emergency drill at every school during the year, giving officers and school personnel the chance to practice working together before there’s an actual emergency. “It’s always important to know that the most vulnerable are safe,” Humberto Chavez, pastor of the Bridge Church, said. “We’re so very thankful to the Malver ne village and to the police department.” School safety also includes regular communication and relationship-building. Officers work closely with administrators and conduct walk-throughs of

school buildings, often monthly, talking with administrators, visiting classrooms and interacting with students. “The state requires many fire drills and active-shooter lockdown drills throughout the year,” Sgt. Anthony Castellano explained, “and we make sure we’re present for at least one in every school” The MPD views the walkthroughs as part of community-oriented policing. Beyond security, regular interaction allows officers to learn about concerns in each school, and helps students become comfortable seeing police officers in a positive setting. “Giving a student a high five when we’re walking down the hallway — it could go a long way for their relationship with police officers going forward,” Falanga said. The effort is also intended to change the perception that a police vehicle outside a school necessarily signals an emergency. By maintaining a familiar presence, officers hope children will see them as trusted members of the community. “Parents should feel safe that not only are the police department comfortable with walking into our buildings, but they know the layout of the building,” district Superintendent Maria Rianna said. “They really are a very strong partner for the school district.” Police are also reminding motorists about back-to-school safety. Drivers are encouraged to obey traffic signals and crossing guards, exercise caution around school buses and watch for students walking near schools. For village officials and police, school safety is a shared responsibility involving officers, administrators, educators, parents and the broader community. Officials encourage residents with relevant experience, resources or ideas to help identify additional ways to protect students.

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s the effects of PFAS, the socalled “forever chemicals,” become the focus of discussions across the United States — on Long Island because of their impacts on the underground water table, our sole source of potable water — New York state’s attorney general is suing corporations involved with PFAS for allegedly violating a number of state laws. In a suit brought in July in State Supreme Court, Letitia James presented corporate documents as evidence that DuPont and other companies knew about PFAS’ threats to human health and the environment, but pushed products made with them anyway. And last month, Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer called on Lee Zeldin, a Suffolk County resident who now heads the Environmental Protection Agency, to, as Newsday reported, take “steps to protect Long Island drinking water from forever chemicals as the agency proposes rollbacks on [their] regulations.” In addition to DuPont, which first developed PFAS in 1938 and patented

them as Teflon, James’s lawsuit charges 3M, Chemours, Corteva and its subsidiary EIDP with violations of state laws, including: “Protection of the State’s Natural Resources Under New York State Constitution and Statutory Law; Public Nuisance Under New York Common Law; Strict Products Liability: Failure to Warn Under New York Common Law.” It also cites the “Green Amendment” to the State Constitution, which “provides that ‘each person shall have a right to clean air and water and a healthful environment.’” The lawsuit states: “As a consequence of the defendants’ manufacture, production, marketing and sale of per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances — PFAS — for use in consumer products, the State of New York faces threats to human health, widespread contamination, and damage to natural resources on an unprecedented scale.” It continues: “Long after they knew their PFAS were toxic, defendants manufactured and sold these compounds for use in consumer products — including personal, family, and household products like Stainmaster carpets, Scotchgard stain-repellent sprays, grease-resistant coatings for food packaging, cosmetics, and personal care items — that defendants knew would be sold, used,

and disposed of in New York, thereby exposing people to PFAS and releasing PFAS into New York’s environment.” It goes on: “As the results of defendants’ conduct, PFAS … are in the water we drink, the soil that sustains our crops, the fish we catch, and the air we breathe. … PFAS are highly resistant to degradation in the environment, travel easily through water and air, and bioaccumulate in humans, plants and animals. And: “People exposed to defendants’ PFAS suffer various negative health effects, including higher risks of certain cancers, adverse pregnancy outcomes, liver disease, endocrine disruption, and other increased risks.” As evidence of “knowledge” — that the companies knew about the “severe health and environmental risks” of PFAS — the lawsuit points to numerous corporate documents. DuPont, it says, “knew for decades that PFAS pose substantial dangers to public health and the environment. By 1961 … Dupont’s researchers had concluded that PFOA [a type of PFAS] was toxic … Dupont’s chief toxicologist warned in a memo that products containing PFOA should be ‘handled with extreme care.’ As early as 1966 … DuPont was aware that PFOA could leach into groundwater. … DuPont

.G. Letitia James alleges that companies knew the chemicals’ dangers.

also learned in the 1970s … of the research showing that PFAS had been detected in blood bank samples from the general public. “In 1988,” the suit continues, “DuPont began internally treating PFOA as a possible carcinogen. … In 2000, John R. Bowman … DuPont inhouse counsel wrote … to several colleagues relating to PFOA …‘My gut tells me the biopersistence issue will kill us … We are going to spend millions to defend these lawsuits and have the additional threat of punitive damage.’” A New York Times article on the lawsuit quotes Judith Enck, former director of the EPA region that includes New York state and now president of the organization Beyond Plastics, saying, “This is a blockbuster legal action that should hold these companies accountable for the immense harm caused by their products.” Schumer wrote to Zeldin, “At your confirmation hearing … you told the Senate that you had been a member of the PFAS task force [in Congress], that you voted for the PFAS Action Act, and that addressing PFAS would be a top priority of yours. The proposals now before the agency move in the other direction.” Karl Grossman has been an investigative reporter in a variety of media for more than 50 years. He is a professor of journalism at the State University of New York at Old Westbury.

Celebrate Constitution Week by supporting the ERA

s a college professor who has long been involved in civic engagement programs and voter education at Nassau Community College, where I’ve taught for 23 years, I look forward to Constitution Week. From Sept. 17 to 23, educators around the country will teach students about the Constitution, their civic rights and responsibilities, and how their voices, and votes, count because they contribute to a stronger democracy for us all. This week, I’ll be focused not only on this bipartisan responsibility, but also on the November midterm elections — and on one of the most frustrating and misunderstood chapters of constitutional history, the saga of the Equal Rights Amendment. If you’re under the impression that equal rights for all citizens, regardless of sex, are the law of the land in the United States, you have plenty of company, but that’s not the case. Even though this landmark leg-

islation has been approved by both houses of Congress and by 38 states — the requisite three-quarters of the states necessary to ratify an amendment — it is still not part of the Constitution. How can this be, when Article V of the Constitution clearly explains the rules by which it can be amended, and Congress and state legislatures have satisfied those rules? The problem is the legislation’s time-limit loophole. In 1972, when both the House of Representatives and the Senate had passed the ERA, it faced a deadline imposed by Congress for the required ratification by the states — first seven years, then extended to 10 years. By the end of that decade, 35 states had approved the amendment, just three states short of what was needed. Its time was up — even if the deadline was nothing more than a provision added by Congress that could, and still can, be removed by a future Congress to move the legislation forward. When three more states ratified the amendment — Nevada (2017), Illinois (2018) and Virginia (2020) — that milestone

should have been enough to certify the Constitution’s 28th Amendment. But since then, the legislation has stalled in Congress: Opponents have relied on filibusters, pointing to the expired timeline, while advocates have called out the arbitrary nature of the deadline and argued for its revocation. The current national campaign for the ERA, backed by more than 300 organizations across the country and many thousands of people who have signed petitions supporting it, is making a persuasive case to the public — and candidates running for Congress this fall — that amendment requirements have been fulfilled and constitutional equality is long overdue. The nation observed Women’s Equality Day on Aug. 26, commemorating the 19th Amendment, which granted women the right to vote in 1920. But even the fearless suffragist Alice Paul knew that voting rights were just the beginning of codifying gender equality in the nation’s laws; she knew that grave inequalities remained for women in politics, education, employment and health care.

f you think equal rights for all are enshrined in the Constitution, think again.

That’s why Paul introduced the ERA in 1923, and why gender-equality advocates have introduced it in every congressional session since. Over a century later, it’s time for the ERA to not only be reintroduced in Congress, but also enshrined in the Constitution — ideally by the 120th Congress, which will convene in January. I know that in November, I’ll be voting for candidates who support the work that Paul started — and that the late, great journalist Gloria Steinem continued with her bold exposés on sexual harassment, pay inequality and pregnancy discrimination in Ms. magazine. I’m grateful that my congressional representative, Laura Gillen, is one of 219 U.S. representatives, 53 senators, and all those citizen activists who have affirmed their support for the ERA. Please join this historic campaign, making it clear to our lawmakers that the equal rights movement won’t rest until a future Congress acts. Go to Sign4ERA. org and add your signature. I can’t think of a better way to celebrate Constitution Week — and to make history — than that. Susan Cushman, Ph.D., is a professor of English and women’s studies at Nassau Community College and a member of the League of Women Voters of East Nassau.

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It’s time to update New York’s mansion tax

ew York lawmakers need to stop pretending that a $1 million home is a mansion. In 1989, when the state created a 1 percent tax on residential properties selling for $1 million or more, the threshold was intended to target luxury homeowners. At the time, it made sense. Thirty-seven years later, it doesn’t. A property on Long Island valued at $1 million back then now costs roughly $4.5 million. On Long Island, $1 million can buy a perfectly ordinary home. In Nassau County, the median home price is now around $880,000, and in Suffolk County, it’s roughly $750,000, both near historic highs. In communities where demand remains strong and inventory remains tight, a $1 million price tag is no longer an indication that someone is purchasing a sprawling estate. It may simply mean they’re buying a house. That’s why the State Legislature should make reforming the so-called mansion tax a priority in 2027. Five major Long Island business organizations — the Association for a Better Long Island, HIA-LI, the Long Island Builders Institute, the Long Island Association and the Long Island Contractors Association — have called for changes to the law. Their proposal deserves serious consideration.

The problem isn’t simply that the threshold is outdated. The structure of the tax is flawed. Once a home reaches $1 million, the additional 1 percent tax applies to the entire purchase price. A house selling for $999,999 doesn’t incur the tax. A house selling for $1 million does — an additional $10,000 charge. That is an illogical cliff. A buyer doesn’t suddenly become wealthy because a home’s sale price crosses an arbitrary line. And on Long Island, where housing costs have risen so dramatically, the tax increasingly falls on middle-class families rather than the ultra-wealthy buyers the law was designed to target. New York already collects a transfer tax on real estate transactions. The additional $10,000 on a $1 million purchase isn’t insignificant, particularly when buyers are already dealing with high mortgage costs, property taxes, insurance, maintenance and closing expenses. There is a legitimate argument for taxing luxury real estate. New York needs revenue, and those who can afford exceptionally expensive homes can reasonably be asked to contribute more. But that argument falls apart when the definition of luxury becomes disconnected from reality. The Legislature shouldn’t eliminate the mansion tax. It should modernize it.

First, lawmakers should substantially increase the threshold to reflect today’s housing market. Second, they should index that threshold to inflation or an appropriate measure of housing prices, so the law doesn’t become obsolete again. And third, they should seriously consider regional thresholds, because $1 million means something very different in Manhattan, Nassau County and upstate New York. The goal should be a tax that targets genuine luxury purchases — not families buying modest homes in one of the nation’s most expensive housing markets. The state cannot simultaneously complain about its high cost of living and defend a tax structure that adds thousands of dollars to the cost of buying a home simply because the housing market has appreciated. If New York wants more people to live, work and raise families here, it should be looking for ways to make homeownership more attainable, not preserving arbitrary barriers created nearly four decades ago. The Legislature has had plenty of time to reconsider the mansion tax. Now it should do so. In 1989, $1 million could make you the owner of a Long Island mansion. Today, it may simply make you a homeowner. New York’s tax policy should reflect that reality.

tury. And we should not forget that 9/11 ended the brief era of bipartisan fiscal responsibility between 1997 and 2000 in which we balanced the national budget. With the national debt now over $40 trillion, it seems there are errors to be corrected, and that we are not economically ready for any future

hostilities. The 9/11 Commission’s investigation found multiple points of failure, producing a homeland security conglomerate supposedly having greater unity and foresight. That agency, by many reports, has been distracted, diminished and diverted. If so, the nation has forgotten the most basic Boy

letters Ways to meaningfully remember Sept. 11 To the Editor: How, the Herald asked in its editorial last week (“Twenty-five years later, we remember”), do we remember Sept. 11 in a meaningful way? One way, I suggest, is to learn from the mistakes made then to avoid repetition. It was novel attack, and the next will be as well, probably by drone, infection or massive infrastructure hack. The list of lessons is long. I’ll mention a few. Next time, the legislative branch should not surrender so much authority to the executive; the former still has not recovered. The distinction between criminal acts and acts of war was lost, and must be clarified lest it be abused again. It must be resolved that no war be declared against abstractions like “terror,” “radical Islam,” “antifa” or for “prevention,” for such amorphisms are easily dressed in new clothes. We have learned, I hope, that no future authorization of the use of military force should be granted without terms of use, including dates of expiration or renewal, and progress reports. The last AUMF has been made a standing license for a series of costly and fruitless abuses over the past quarter-cen-

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t sounds reasonable. Almost selfevident. And it has become a familiar response to concerns about increasingly aggressive government enforcement. Why worry about ICE? If you’re a citizen, if you’re here legally, what’s the problem? Why object to greater scrutiny of voter rolls? If you’re legally eligible to vote, you have nothing to fear. Except that isn’t how government power works. The statement assumes that only people who have done something wrong will ever be questioned, investigated, detained or frightened. Innocent people, apparently, will somehow be recognized as innocent before anyone bothers them. But being innocent doesn’t prevent the government from suspecting you of wrongdoing, or even arresting you. The government may target people not because they have committed a crime, but to make examples of them, intimidate others, or silence those they regard as troublesome or subversive. Sometimes suspicion begins with little more than how someone looks or speaks. And once you become a suspect, your innocence doesn’t protect you from

being stopped, questioned, searched, detained or required to prove who you are. Being innocent may determine how an encounter with government ends. It doesn’t guarantee that the encounter never begins. That matters as we approach the midterm elections. The Trump administration has undertaken an extraordinary effort to identify noncitizens who may have voted illegally. The justification is election integrity. According to the administration, illegal voting is at epidemic proportions. But the numbers tell another story. ProPublica recently examined the administration’s effort. Federal searches generated tens of thousands of potential leads involving suspected illegal voting. Homeland Security Investigations agents were sent out to pursue them. Between January 2025 and May 2026, just 41 people were charged with voting illegally or other election-related crimes. More than 150 million Americans voted in the last presidential election. Tens of thousands of leads. Forty-one charges. So perhaps the more important question isn’t what should happen to illegal voters. It is what’s going to happen to legal voters. What happens when an American citizen has a name that sounds “foreign”?

magine you’re a naturalized citizen who’s heard all about ICE. On Election Day, do you vote?

Letters Scout precept, “Be prepared.” We have heroes to honor, victims to mourn, survivors to grieve with because the criminals were more clever than we imagined. To meaningfully remember Sept. 11, we should remember that connection, and make their memory a motive to make no more such heroes. BrIAN KEllY Rockville Centre

Borecky is right: Our elections need safeguards To the Editor: re “Our laws assume, incorrectly, that our leaders have integrity,” the letter from Claudia Borecky, president of the Bellmore Merrick Democratic Club, in the Sept. 3-9 issue: The letter has some important points, and I agree that more must be done to improve our election system. But Ms. Borecky has not fully examined the issues that some of our nation’s cities and states have had with voting irregularities. While there is no question that the demonstrations on Jan. 6, 2021, will forever be a blight on our political system,

What happens when an eligible voter speaks accented English, has brown skin, wears clothing associated with another culture, or simply worries that a government database may contain incorrect information? Those voters may have done absolutely nothing wrong, but they still have plenty to worry about. The concern becomes more serious when immigration enforcement moves from voter records to polling places. President Trump was asked whether he would send National Guard troops or ICE officers to polling locations during the midterms. His answer was that he would “do anything necessary to make sure we have honest elections.” But federal law sharply restricts such activity. The Brennan Center for Justice notes that federal law prohibits armed federal agents from being deployed to election sites, and prohibits government officials from intimidating voters. The reality, however, is that ICE agents need never appear inside a single polling place to make voters fear for their freedom and safety. Imagine that you’re a naturalized citizen. Or that your parents are immigrants. Or that someone in your household has unresolved immigration issues. You hear repeatedly that ICE may be involved in election enforcement, and that federal agents are exam-

and I do not in any way share the belief that Donald Trump won the 2020 presidential election, there have been credible news stories in major publications reporting that some cities experienced voting irregularities in that and prior elections that may or may not have benefited either political party. We know from these news reports that in some cities, there were mail-in votes from deceased people. We also have heard about duplicate ballots being cast. And there have been examples of non-citizens casting ballots. I do not think that any of these irregularities have resulted in the wrong candidate winning any presidential election. But that may not be the case in congressional elections or local government races, which can also have a major impact. Again, I agree with Ms. Borecky that we are far behind other countries in creating proper safeguards for our elections. I will go one step further and suggest that our system, which enables each state to decide how elections should take place, has resulted in an imbalanced field, and that all elections should be conducted in the same manner, with the same equipment, all across our country. That way, no state or politi-

ining voter files. You see news reports about investigations of suspected noncitizen voters. On Election Day, do you vote? Or do you decide that one vote isn’t worth the possibility of attracting attention, or being wrongfully arrested even if you’re 100 percent eligible to vote? That’s what makes the nothing-toworry-about argument so dangerous. It reverses the relationship between citizens and their government. It means that government may scrutinize, investigate and intimidate whomever it wishes, and innocent people should simply trust that everything will eventually work out. That isn’t freedom. A right doesn’t disappear only when the government formally takes it away. It can also be weakened, or effectively eliminated, when exercising it feels dangerous. A government doesn’t have to prevent someone from voting if it can make that person afraid to vote. “If you’ve done nothing wrong, you’ve got nothing to worry about.” Maybe so. But in a free country, citizens shouldn’t have to prove their innocence before they can exercise their rights without fear. Government should exercise its power without making innocent people afraid to exercise theirs. Michael Blitz is professor emeritus and former chair of the Department of Interdisciplinary Studies at the City University of New York’s John Jay College of Criminal Justice.

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At the Town of Hempstead’s Sept. 11 memorial service — Point Lookout

cian could cast doubt on any other state or party. And I agree completely with Ms. Borecky about the slander and defamation laws that are missing from our political campaigns. It disgusts me to have to listen to both sides spewing

false information about their opposing candidates. It leaves the voters with tough decisions as we try to uncover the truth. rICHArD S. KAHN Glen Cove

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