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Rockville Centre lit its village tree gold to mark the beginning of Pediatric Cancer Awareness Month and honor the memory of Mary Ruchalski. The Sept. 2 ceremony in front of Village Hall was organized by the Mary Ruchalski Foundation, a Rockville Centre nonprofit that raises money for pediatric cancer research and helps families with children undergoing cancer treatment. Mary died of rhabdomyosarcoma in 2018, two days before her 13th birthday. The foundation was established in her memory and has made pediatric cancer awareness a community focus through its Play4Mary events, gold tree lighting, lantern and bow campaigns and other fundraisers. Mary was a student at St. Agnes Cathedral School and was active in lacrosse, soccer and swimming. During the ceremony, Mary’s mother, Carol Ruchalski, spoke about the need for greater investment in pediatric cancer research and the challenges facing children and families. “Pediatric cancer is the number one disease related cause of death in children in the U.S.,” Ruchalski said. “Roughly 1 in 5 children diagnosed with cancer will not survive.” She noted that only six drugs have been specifically approved by the Food and Drug Administration for pediatric cancer in the last 40 years and said many patients receive drugs developed decades ago that are not tailored to children’s biology. “I remember Mary’s doctor telling me they were going to throw the kitchen sink at her, hoping one drug would make a difference. And me being sick to my stomach that this is a crap shoot,” she said. Ruchalski also spoke about limited federal funding for pediatric cancer, which includes more than 200 subtypes. “And that is why I am here before you,” she said. “I am not OK with this. I am not OK that Mary is not going off to college with her brother John. I am not OK that Mary is not here watching her nephews and niece grow. I’m going to work for the rest of my life to make a change…to be Mary’s voice.” Rockville Centre Mayor Francis X. Murray also spoke. Murray lost his niece, Kimiko “Kimi” Schroder, to pediatric cancer in 2019 at age 12. Father Michael Duffy of St. Agnes Cathedral addressed the crowd and announced that two anonymous donors have each pledged $25,000 to have a custom tabernacle made for eucharist adoration in memory of Mary. The foundation has expanded its fundraising and research efforts. In 2025, it awarded $105,000 in pediatric cancer research grants and provided financial assistance to families affected by the disease. Ruchalski said the foundation has provided close to $1 million in research grants to institutions including Cold

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The Very Rev. Michael F. Duffy, rector of St. Agnes Cathedral, center, with Francis and Carol Ruchalski, announced two anonymous $25,000 donations for a custom tabernacle honoring Mary Ruchalski’s memory. Rockville Centre Mayor Francis X. Murray, at podium, honored Mary Ruchalski and children and families affected by pediatric cancer.

The Village Tree is glowing gold, turning a familiar landmark into a beacon of hope. Spring Harbor Laboratory, Dana-Farber Cancer Institute and MSK Kids. It has provided a quarter-million dollars in direct financial support to more than 50 families. “Now if that is not a sign from Mary, I don’t know what is,” Ruchalski said. One of this year’s Play4Mary events will have a connection to Mary. St. John’s University women’s soccer player Julie Bivona played softball with Mary on Rockville Centre’s Williamsport championship team in 2016. Bivona will be part of the St. John’s team when it hosts Penn at Cox Family Field at Belson Stadium on Sept. 19 at 7 p.m. The foundation will also hold its annual Light the Way and Go Gold campaign Sept. 25 and 26. Residents can pur-

chase $5 gold lanterns and display them on curbs, windows or porches. Ruchalski closed by thanking the community for its support.

“I know my Mary and every single young warrior who is with her is saying, ‘Keep at it. Be our voices. Keep doing it. Be the change,’” she said.

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By this point in her coaching career, Judi Croutier has become a jigsaw puzzle master. It helps, of course, that the South Side girls’ soccer coach has pieces that fit in numerous places. “We have the pieces of the puzzle,” Croutier said. “We just have to figure out where they’re gonna work best for each opponent. That’s our job now. But we have a great core coming back with seven seniors.” The Cyclones enter the season as defending county champions, defeating Garden City on penalty kicks to capture the Nassau Class AA title. South Side’s season ended abruptly, though, with a 3-0 defeat to West Islip in the Long Island ‘AA’ championship game. The goal for the returning Cyclones is to take that one step further and get off Long Island this fall. “That’s a goal you always want, obviously, but it’s not something that’s spoken about daily,” Croutier said. “It’s one game at a time, but ultimately that’s always everybody’s goal. We’ve got to lay the building blocks to get there. But that’s definitely a goal they’re going for.” There was good reason not to look too far ahead, with a county final rematch against Garden City to open the season. The Cyclones claimed a 1-0 victory on Sept. 1, with Katori Martin scoring off a pass from Catherine Thielebeule. In addition to a strong

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Kiley Barry and the Cyclones opened the season in style with a 1-0 victory over longtime rival Garden City Sept. 1. returning core of versatile players, Croutier welcomes Viv Haley back into the mix after missing her junior sea-

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midfield, is among the Cyclones’ leaders this year. “Having her back in the mix is a great stepping-off point for us,” Croutier said. “She’s one of our captains, one of the leaders. Having her back, it is a good boost. Joining Haley are co-captains Katori Martin, Natalie Cammalleri and Bobbie Creo. Martin, who has started in various spots on the field since a freshman, and Creo, a College of the Holy Cross lacrosse commit, anchor the midfield, along with Madelana Suarez, who cracked the starting lineup late last season and into the playoffs. Cammalleri is joined in the back by Mackenzie Dunphy, Mae Finora and Summer Stack, who will look to lock things down defensively in front of sophomore goalkeepers Valentina Marquardt and Casey Maier, who are battling for the starting role vacated by the graduated Abby Gruner. Marquardt made seven saves in the shutout win over Garden City. In the attacking third, Croutier is leaning on Maeve Martin, Juliet Diorio and Sophia Corvetti to play starring roles. “Right now I would say that the teamwork they’re doing so far together, and then the core, we’re going to work through it, we have ideas of what we think, but again, until we step on the field and get battle-tested, a lot of that’s hard to say,” Croutier said. “But I would say that they have the drive, the desire, we have the skill, and then it’s just putting the right pieces on the field together in the right spot.”

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Molloy University has been named to TIME magazine’s inaugural America’s Best Colleges list for 2026-2027, placing No. 85 among 100 colleges and universities in the nation. Molloy was one of 14 New York institutions in the Top 100 and the only Long Island college or university to receive the distinction. The university was recognized alongside Columbia University, Barnard College and New York University. The ranking evaluates colleges based on student outcomes, learning environment and attractiveness to students. Student outcomes account for 75 percent of an institution’s overall score, including graduation rates, graduate earnings and economic value for students. The remaining 25 percent considers 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.”

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Molloy University was ranked No. 85 among the nation’s top 100 colleges and universities in TIME magazine’s inaugural America’s Best Colleges list for 2026-2027. Lentini said TIME used information, including tuition, graduate salaries and graduation rates. The university’s annual undergraduate tuition is approximately $41,610 (or about $43,540 including standard fees). Total annual costs reach about $62,140 for on-campus residents and $43,540 for commuters. 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. Lentini said the Long Island distinction 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 healthcare and the arts and business and education, and it just speaks highly of the work that’s happening at Molloy.” Lentini attributed Molloy’s student outcomes 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 kind 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.” Lentini said the recognition could bring attention from prospective students and families. “I think it should give a boost, and it should be something where students and parents are looking for schools,” 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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The next time you see a trophy held high at a Long Island championship, there’s a chance it was made on the corner of North Park and Grand avenues in Rockville Centre. For over five decades, Custom Awards Long Island has been quietly producing trophies, plaques and other awards from its North Park Avenue shop, a business that has changed hands over the years but remained rooted in the community. Brian Scott, a former NYPD officer, Amityville police sergeant and Amityville Fire Department chief, took over the business in 2013. His path to becoming a trophy-shop owner began with a routine phone call to the previous owners. In 2012, George Geyer, Lenny Miller and Bernie Havern — all former Nassau County detectives — were running the business when Scott called to place an order. He had used the shop while involved with the Amityville Police Benevolent Association. “I had been using them when I was with the Amityville [Police Benevolent Association],” Scott said. “I had to place an order, and I called up and asked them, ‘What’s new?’ They said, ‘We’re selling the place.’ I was getting near retirement, and one thing led to another, and I ended up buying it.” The decision gave Scott the opportunity to pursue something he had wanted to do for years: run his own business. “I’d always had the bug to have my own business, and this came around,” Scott said. Scott was not starting from scratch. Custom Awards Long Island had been part of Rockville Centre for decades before he took over. Resident Sam Macelli

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Custom Awards Long Island has been a part of Rockville Centre’s business community for decades. founded the business in the 1970s, initially making plaques in his garage. As the operation grew, he opened a shop on North Park Avenue. Ownership changed over the years, but the business remained in town. When Scott took over, he also had to learn the technical and creative sides of the trade. One of the previous owners taught him the basics of design, while

advances in technology have changed the way awards are produced. “One of the three owners before me taught me design and everything,” Scott said. “I have some proprietary software that I have to know, and then on top, you have to have a little design skill.” New software, engraving technology and equipment have given Custom Awards Long Island more tools to work with, but Scott said there is still a creative element to producing a finished award. His professional background has also given him an unusual connection to many of the customers who walk through the shop’s doors. Custom Awards Long Island has worked with police and fire departments throughout New York City and Long Island, as well as hospitals, school districts and private businesses. Awards can mark everything from athletic accomplishments to professional milestones and years of service. Scott’s experience in both law enforcement and the fire service has helped him understand what those departments are looking for. “I have the unique perspective of understanding their wants and needs, and it helps that I know what they’re looking for,” Scott said. “Because of [my experience], I know what they need, and I know how to speak their ‘language,’ so to speak.” For Scott, however, the business is about more than the awards themselves. He has been approached about merging with other businesses or moving the shop out of Rockville Centre, but he has chosen to stay put. “I’ve been approached by businesses to merge, or to move out of Rockville Centre, but to me, this is the place to be,” Scott said. “It has everything. It’s got a great chamber of commerce, a great hospital, a college … there’s always something going on in town.”

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HERALD SCHOOLS Students have the ‘write’ start to school Summer vacation officially came to a close Sept. 1, as families across Rockville Centre traded lazy mornings for alarm clocks, packed lunches and the excitement of a new school year. Front porches, sidewalks and driveways became makeshift photo studios as parents captured those beloved first-day moments — backpacks strapped on, new outfits proudly displayed and smiles ranging from beaming to slightly apprehensive. For many families, those pictures were destined for social media, preserving a snapshot of the morning before the school-year routine took over. Around the village, children gathered with friends and neighbors, comparing classrooms and teachers while waiting for buses to arrive. Some showed off new lunch boxes and sneakers, while others talked about their summer adventures. Parents offered final reminders and waves goodbye as students climbed aboard and began the journey back to school. The days leading up to Sept. 1 brought their own familiar frenzy. Families made last-minute trips for school supplies, labeled notebooks and folders, organized backpacks and checked lists one more time to make sure everything was ready. By Tuesday morning, however, the preparation was finished and it was time for students to head through the doors. For children entering new grades and new schools, the first day carried an extra dose of anticipation. Kindergartners took their first steps into elementary school, while older students settled into unfamiliar classrooms and routines. For them, the excitement of seeing old friends was mixed with the butterflies that naturally accompany a new beginning. Inside the schools, classrooms quickly filled with conversation, introductions and the sounds of students settling into their new surroundings. Teachers welcomed their classes and began laying the groundwork for another year of learning, friendships and memorable moments. By the time the morning rush had subsided, Rockville Centre had settled into the familiar rhythm of September. The first day marked more than simply the return of school — it was the beginning of another chapter, filled with new challenges, new experiences and countless possibilities waiting just beyond the classroom door. –Brian Kacharaba

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Covert students Vladamir Sorto Jr., from left, Michael Shields, Gabriel Rinaldi, Daniel Palma, William Rakeman, Antonio Guzman Alvarado, Jayson Gleason, Maximilian Mourokh and Steven Stanaway were all ready to start fifth grade.

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Floyd B. Watson first-grader Reagan Brennan proudly held up her bio sign before heading to school.

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Riverside kindergartner Gregory Oliva enjoyed one last summer moment on his stoop before starting school.

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With a big brother by his side, kindergartner Desmond Morin, left, and third-grader Gregory Morin were ready to start the new school year at Jennie E. Hewitt.

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Francis F. Wilson twins Travis and Jaxson Fatscher shared a big squeeze before starting kindergarten.

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Francis F. Wilson kindergarten friends William and Jack took on the first day of school together.

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For Kim McGuigan, a table filled with cookies, cupcakes, brownies and other sweet treats is about much more than satisfying a sweet tooth. Each year, it gives her a chance to celebrate her daughter Jamison Novello’s life while helping others and bringing the community together. McGuigan’s eighth-annual bake sale honoring Jamison will be held on Sept. 26 starting at 9:30 a.m. at her home on 35 Burtis Ave. in Rockville Centre. The event will feature an assortment of homemade baked goods, merchandise and opportunities to support causes that have become part of Jamison’s legacy. “We try to mix it up every year,” McGuigan said. This year, that will include a special table of New York Knicks-themed goodies along with cookies, cupcakes, brownies, candy kabobs, loaves, pies, and muffins. McGuigan estimates she makes about 75 percent of the baked goods herself, while many others contribute. “I have so many people that donate,” she said. “People reach out [and say] ‘I want to bake this. I’m going to drop off this. I’m going to do this.’” The sale will also feature hats and shirts displaying the words “You can,” a phrase that appeared on Jamison’s phone’s home screen when it was

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Last year’s bake sale honoring Jamison Novello raised $15,000 for causes supporting suicide prevention and young dancers, continuing the annual event’s tradition of giving back in Jamison’s memory. returned to McGuigan after her death. McGuigan continues to make supporting local businesses part of the event. Rockville Centre-based SST Custom Embroidery is producing the hats, while Buoy 4 Clothing Company is mak-

ing the shirts. Cindy Cantanzano, who has helped McGuigan with the sale for about three years, is also returning. Last year, Cantanzano created decorate-your-own cookie boxes and cocoa bombs. This

year, she is preparing scones and another item that has yet to be determined. “I’m just trying to keep it local, trying to just support people who can repeatedly support us and just trying to g ive b a ck i n t h o s e l i t t l e w ay s, ” McGuigan said. The bake sale has raised more than $55,000 for the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention. It has also helped provide more than $100,000 in scholarships through a fund at Broadway Dance Center in New York City, where Jamison danced. McGuigan said the scholarships help young dancers who might otherwise have difficulty affording the program. “It keeps her dream going for me,” she said. “It helps these kids that maybe couldn’t take as many classes be able to do that.” The event began on what would have been Jamison’s 16th birthday and has continued because of the response from friends, peers and community members. “I didn’t know it would continue, but it was such a success,” McGuigan said. “And I got so much feedback, especially from friends and peers saying, ‘We needed that.’” Last year’s sale raised $15,000. For McGuigan, the annual gathering remains a way to give back while keeping her daughter’s passions alive. “I view it as it’s her birthday party,” she said. “It gives back to both.”

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ROCKVILLE CENTRE HERALD — September 10, 2026

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Karen Morgan, a longtime Rockville Centre resident and former American Airlines flight attendant, died peacefully at Mount Sinai South Nassau Hospital on Aug. 26. She was 77. Born Aug. 10, 1949, in Queens to Edward and Helen Colgan, Morgan grew up in Cambria Heights as the oldest of three children, the big sister to Ellen and Edward. Her childhood was filled with family and friends, many of whom remained close throughout her life. “She was always surrounded by family and friends,” her son Matt Morgan said. “They were just like part of the family. We were always getting together.” Morgan completed flight attendant training and began her career with American Airlines in 1972, traveling the world and forming friendships along the way. But while her job took her around the globe, she made a point of being there for her three sons, Michael, Matthew and Douglas. For her children, the distance that came with her job could sometimes be difficult. When she left for overnight trips, Karen found a way to make the separation feel a little smaller. She would tell Matt to look out the window

at the moon, reminding him that wherever she was, they could both see the same moon and, as long as they could see it, they were never really that far apart. “When we were younger, she used to turn around,” Matt Morgan recalled. “She would just fly and come back and she would sleep at home that night.” In the after math of the Sept. 11 attacks, Morgan was working as a flight attendant when American Airlines Flight 587 crashed in Belle Harbor on the Rockaway Peninsula on Nov. 12, 2001. The flight and crew were ones she regularly worked with on trips to Santo Domingo. That day, however, she had traded assignments and was flying to São Paulo, Brazil, instead. The family initially had no way of knowing she was safe. “We didn’t really even know because we couldn’t get in touch with her,” Matthew recalled. “It was just crazy.” Morgan had met her future husband, Jack, through family friends, and the couple married May 28, 1977. They moved to Rockville Centre in 1980 and raised three sons, Michael, Matthew and Douglas. They were married for 49 years. Matthew described his mother as welcoming and generous, someone who became friends with nearly everyone

she encountered. “She was everybody’s friend,” he said. “She became friends with the people that worked at the supermarket or whatever, you know, over the years. The mailman, whatever.” At home, Morgan brought the same warmth and humor to raising her children. Matthew recalled simple activities that became lasting memories, including sitting on the deck with buckets of water and paint brushes so the boys could pretend to paint without making a mess. “I’d say her favorite time of her whole life was when we were little kids, being a mom of little kids,” he said. After retiring from American Airlines in 2013, Morgan enjoyed spending time with family and friends, going to the beach, gardening, dining out and participating in local clubs. She also cherished becoming a grandmother to Sophia, Shane, Theodore and Colin. “She loved it,” Matthew said of being Nana. “That was probably her other second favorite.” Even after being diagnosed with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease in 2019, Matthew said his mother remained positive and refused to let the illness define her. “She didn’t let it hold her back,” he said.

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Karen Morgan, a longtime Rockville Centre resident and former American Airlines flight attendant, is remembered for her humor and devotion to family. She is also survived by many loving nieces, nephews, cousins and dear friends. She was predeceased by her sister, Ellen. “She’s a caretaker of everybody,” Matthew said. “She always... Every neighbor... She became friends with every single neighbor.”

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the city responded to the attacks. Urban search-and-rescue teams came from around the country. Firefighters continued climbing the towers even after evacuation orders were issued, responding to calls for help from people on upper floors. “I knew how aggressive my guys were, how much they wanted to help people — strangers,” Von Essen said. The south tower collapsed while Von Essen was walking on Church Street. His driver told him the entire building had fallen. “And I said, ‘No, it can’t be,’” Von Essen recalled. At first, everyone hoped there would be rescues. “There has to be people in there that were gonna be able to survive,” he remembered telling Giuliani. Later that night, an expert told Von Essen that there would be no survivors in the rubble. The death toll eventually included 343 members of the FDNY. For Von Essen, those losses were deeply personal. “To me, it wasn’t a job, it was family,” he said. While he was immersed in the response, his wife, Rita, was experiencing a different kind of terror: not knowing whether her husband was alive. Rita was on her way to work at Breslin Realty in Garden City when she heard the initial reports on the radio. After arriving, calls began coming in from Tom’s office, as well as friends and

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mayor rudolph giuliani, president george W. Bush, and thomas Von essen discussed rescue strategies three days after the terrorist attacks in new York City. family, asking where he was. She did not know he was alive until after 2 p.m., when she saw him on television at a news conference. “Other than that, we did not know what had happened,” Rita said. The relief was followed by months of grief, funerals and emotional exhaustion. The Von Essens’ four children became an important source of support. “I don’t know if I would have gotten

through it without my wife and my kids, [and] the grandchildren,” Tom said. By November 2001, he knew he could not continue as fire commissioner. He stepped down at the end of the year. “Emotionally, I was a wreck,” he said. “I knew what it was gonna be like the next year, with all the memorials and everything. And I said, ‘No, I can’t do it. I gotta move on.’” “The emotional empathy, that was the

biggest thing,” Rita said. “There was depletion.” In the days after the attacks, Von Essen ordered oral histories from firefighters and medics, preserving thousands of pages of firsthand accounts. And in 2002, he released a memoir, “Strong of Heart: Life and Death in the Fire Department of New York,” coauthored with Matt Murray and published by ReganBooks. “I always compare it to a burn,” he said of Sept. 11 and the aftermath. “It never goes away.” Von Essen has attended the Sept. 11 ceremony at the World Trade Center every year since the attacks. He expects this year’s observance to be particularly difficult. The Von Essens first moved to the village from Queens in 1978 before moving to Manhattan in 1996. They returned to Rockville Centre in 2014. Though he was unsure whether he would attend Rockville Centre’s 9/11 ceremony Friday night, Von Essen said he appreciated the community’s recognition of his service and the relationships his family has developed there. As the anniversary approached, his thoughts remained focused on those who responded. “I would hope that people understand that when ordinary men and women try to do extraordinary things to help strangers,” Von Essen said, “that that’s worthy of respect and admiration.”

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Bring the orchard home Apple picking season arrives By Karen Bloom

here’s something quintessentially fall about wandering through an orchard, basket in hand, in search of the perfect apple. As September settles in, we wait for the air to turn crisp and the leaves to begin their colorful transformation. Meanwhile local orchards are coming alive with the sights, scents and flavors of harvest time. There are baskets to fill, cider to sip and plenty of reasons to gather family and friends for a leisurely day outdoors. Apple season typically stretches well into October, giving plenty of time to visit a nearby orchard and bring home a bounty of crisp, juicy fruit. And with dozens of varieties to choose from, there’s an apple for every palate and practically every recipe. For eating fresh, look for favorites such as Honeycrisp, McIntosh, Macoun, Empire and Gala — varieties prized for their crisp texture and sweet-tart flavor. For baking, apples such as Cortland, Empire, Rome, Granny Smith and McIntosh hold their own in pies, crisps, cakes and other autumn favorites. Mixing several varieties can add even more depth of flavor to a dessert. Some apples are particularly well suited to sauces and other dishes. McIntosh and Paula Red, for example, soften beautifully when cooked, while Cortland’s flesh resists browning, making it a natural choice for salads and other recipes where appearance matters. Of course, no orchard outing is complete without fresh-pressed cider — another quintessential taste of the season. Whether you enjoy your apples straight from the tree, baked into a warm dessert or transformed into a savory dish, there’s no better time to celebrate the harvest. So fill your basket, head home and get cooking. These delicious recipes are a perfect way to savor the season, one apple at a time.

Dutch Apple Pie

Pie is always a welcome fall treat, whether

as a scrumptious ending to a meal, or even as a snack. Crust: • 1 cup all-purpose flour • 1/2 teaspoon salt • 1/3 cup plus 1 tablespoon shortening • 2 to 3 tablespoons cold water Filling: • 8 cups sliced cored peeled apples • 1/2 cup granulated sugar • 1/4 cup all-purpose flour • 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon • 1 tablespoon lemon juice Topping: • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened • 1 cup all-purpose flour • 2/3 cup packed brown sugar • 1 tablespoon granulated sugar In medium bowl, mix 1 cup flour and the salt. Cut in shortening, using pastry blender (or pulling 2 table knives through ingredients in opposite directions), until particles are size of small peas. Sprinkle with cold water, 1 tablespoon at a time, tossing with fork until all flour is moistened and pastry almost leaves side of bowl (1 to 2 teaspoons more water can be added if necessary). Gather pastry into a ball. Shape into flattened round on lightly floured surface. Wrap flattened round of pastry in plastic wrap, and refrigerate about 45 minutes or until dough is firm and cold, yet pliable. This allows the shortening to become slightly firm, which helps make the baked pastry more flaky. If refrigerated longer, let pastry soften slightly before rolling. Heat oven to 400° F. On surface sprinkled with flour, using floured rolling pin, roll pastry dough into circle 2 inches larger than 9-inch pie plate. Fold pastry into fourths; place in pie plate. Unfold and ease into plate, pressing firmly against bottom and side and being careful not to stretch pastry, which will cause it to shrink when baked. Trim overhanging edge of pastry

1 inch from rim of pie plate. Fold and roll pastry under, even with plate; flute as desired. In large bowl, toss filling ingredients. Pour into pie plate, mounding apples toward center. In medium bowl, use pastry blender or fingers to mix butter, 1 cup flour and the brown sugar until a crumb forms. Sprinkle evenly over top of pie. Sprinkle 1 tablespoon granulated sugar on top. Bake 45 to 55 minutes or until pie crust and crumb topping are deep golden brown and filling begins to bubble. Transfer to cooling rack to cool.

As summer gives way to fall, head to the garden and celebrate the timeless cycle of planting, harvesting and renewal. Families can dig into the season, get hands in the soil and discover the traditions that connect people, plants and place at Planting Fields Park’s Community Garden. Join Shane Weeks and Tecumseh Ceaser of the Metoac Indigenous Collective for a hands-on morning exploring Indigenous gardening practices, the cultural importance of native plants, sustainable harvesting techniques and the vital tradition of saving seeds for future generations. The experience then continues in the garden, where participants help replenish the soil with nutrient-rich local seaweed before creating native wildﬂower seed balls to take home. It’s a fun way to support pollinators and carry the garden’s spirit of growth into your own backyard.

Saturday, Sept. 10, 10 a.m.-noon. Information available at plantingﬁelds. org or call (516) 922-9210. Planting Fields Park, 1395 Planting Fields Road, Oyster Bay.

Apple-Berry Crisp

Crumbles and crisps offer the flavor of homemade pie without the fuss of making pastry. • 5 Golden Delicious or Rome apples, peeled, cored, and sliced • 2 cups fresh or frozen blackberries, blueberries, cranberries or raspberries • 3/4 cup packed brown sugar • 1 1/2 teaspoons ground cinnamon • 1/3 cup unsifted all-purpose flour • 1/8 teaspoon salt • 5 tablespoons butter • 1/3 cup quick rolled oats Note: If using cranberries, add two tablespoons more brown sugar to apple-berry mixture, since cranberries are especially tart. Heat oven to 375° F. Lightly grease a 1 1/2to 2-quart baking dish. In large bowl, combine apples, berries, 1/4 cup brown sugar, and 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon; toss to blend. Place appleberry mixture in prepared dish. In medium-sized bowl, combine flour, salt, remaining 1/2 cup brown sugar, and 1 teaspoon cinnamon. With pastry blender or two knives, cut in butter until mixture is crumbly; stir in oats. Sprinkle mixture over apples and bake 40 to 45 minutes or until apples are tender and topping is crisp and golden.

‘The Rocketman Show’ Remember when rock was young? You will after this enthralling show, starring Scotsman Rus Anderson — Elton John’s official stunt and body double for various “Farewell Yellow Brick Road” world tour projects. Hand picked by Elton and David Furnish, it was Rus’ own live Broadway-esque production “The Rocket Man Show” that got him noticed. Rus storms around the stage with a fun-loving sense of flamboyance; part diva, killer vocalist, fierce piano player. His painstaking attention to detail includes wearing spectacular costumes, including Elton’s iconic boots, glasses and jumpsuits from 1973, as well as a sparkly Swarovski tuxedo from 1984.

Thursday, Sept. 17, 8 p.m. Tickets available at ticketmaster.com or paramountny.com. The Paramount, 370 New York Ave., Huntington.

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Nassau County Legislator Scott M. Davis is partnering with Northwell Health’s Long Island Jewish Valley Stream Hospital to provide free flu shots for seniors at Rockville Centre Public Library. No appointment is required, and the clinic is open to seniors seeking to get vaccinated before flu season.

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: 221 N. Village Ave. • • Time: 10 a.m.–2 p.m. • Contact: (516) 571-6201 or sdavis@nassaucountyny.gov

• 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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The first Board of Education meeting of the 2026-27 school year is open to the public and provides an opportunity to learn about district matters and upcoming initiatives. • Where: 140 Shepherd St., Rockville Centre • Time: 7 p.m. • Contact: (516) 255-8947

An evening with Kelly Bishop

Molloy’s Madison Theatre and Theodore’s Books presents an evening with award-winning actress Kelly Bishop. Best known for her role as Emily Gilmore on the Emmy Award-winning series “Gilmore Girls,” Bishop discusses her memoir, “The Third Gilmore Girl,” and reflect on her six-decade career in entertainment, including her Tony Award-winning performance in the original Broadway production of “A Chorus Line” and roles in “Dirty Dancing” and other acclaimed projects. Each ticket includes a paperback copy of her memoir. • Where: Molloy University, 1000 Hempstead Ave., Rockville Centre • Time: 7 p.m. • Contact: madisontheatreny. org or (516) 323-4444

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Michael Carbonaro returns with Wonderboy, his all-new live tour from the star of truTV’s “The Carbonaro Effect.” Packed with audience participation, sly improv, and his signature reality-twisting illusions, Carbonaro 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 multi-talented actor-magician-comedian has built a career turning the ordinary into the extraordinary. Best known for his hit “The Carbonaro Effect,” he’s made millions laugh in astonishment by blending quick-witted comedy with jaw-dropping illusions in everyday settings. Now he delights everyone with his newest adventure, Michael Carbonaro: Wonderboy — a tour where audiences discover him as the Hero of Mischief, in a world where magic is the superpower and laughter is the sidekick. An accomplished actor, he’s appeared in “Law & Order: SVU,” “CSI: Miami,” and “Grey’s Anatomy,” among other projects. As a magician, he’s been named Magician of the Year by the Academy of Magical Arts and is the sole recipient of the Copperfield Prize, awarded for elevating the art of magic itself. A performing magician • Where: The Paramount, 370 New York Ave., Huntington since his youth, Carbonaro studied experimental theater at New York University with the • Time: 7:30 p.m. aspirations of entertaining audiences through a variety of theatrical mediums, including hidden-camera magic, which he later showcased frequently on late night TV, prior to his own • Contact: ticketmaster.com or paramountny.com series. Bringing wonder, mischief and magic to the stage — reality doesn’t stand a chance.

9/11 ceremony The village marks the 25th anniversary of the Sept. 11, 2001 terrorist attacks with a solemn remembrance ceremony at the Village Green. Residents are invited to gather as the community honors the nearly 3,000 lives lost, recognizes the courage and sacrifice of first responders and reflects on the lasting impact of one of the nation's darkest days. Where: Maple Avenue • • Time: 6 p.m. • Contact: (516) 678-9300

Friday flicks

Rockville Centre Library screens “Project Hail Mary,” as part of its inperson movie series. The PG-13 film, follows a lone astronaut who awakens on a desperate mission to save humanity and must rely on science, ingenuity and an unexpected ally to survive. The screening is open to adult movie fans looking to enjoy a film afternoon at the library.

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The St. Agnes Knights of Columbus Council No. 2548 hosts its next blood drive at the St. Agnes Parish Center. Blood donors save lives, and while only three percent of the community provides 100 percent of the blood supply, firsttime donors are welcome and encouraged to join the effort. • Where: 29 Quealy Place, Rockville Centre • Time: 8:30 a.m.-2:30 p.m. • Contact: John Madson at (516) 306-9217

Healthy Kids Running Series Healthy Kids Running Series, a five-week youth running program for children ages 2-14 of all abilities, is held each Sunday at the John A. Anderson Recreation Center beginning Sept. 13 through Oct. 11. The program will feature age-appropriate weekly races designed to help children build confidence, perseverance and healthy habits in a fun, supportive environment. The series will include a Challenger Division for children with disabilities and/or special needs. Registration is available at RunSignUp.com/HKRSRVC. • Where: 111 N. Oceanside Road, Rockville Centre • Time: 3:30 p.m. Sundays, through Oct. 11 • Contact: Lea Zuckerman at (I917) 797-4271 or rockvillecentreny@ healthykidsrs.org

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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 events. All are welcome to visit one of their weekly rehearsals. Come listen, meet the chorus, and — if you’d like — join in and sing. No musical experience is necessary, just a love of singing and a desire to have fun making music together. • Where: Faith Lutheran Church, 231 Jackson Ave, Syosset • Time: Tuesdays, 7:30-9:30 p.m. • Contact: Call: Rich, (516) 5214779, or Dennis, (516) 680-8036, or visit longislandharmonizers.org

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Old Westbury Gardens welcomes visitors to enjoy a delightful afternoon tea at Orchard Hill, featuring an elegant spread of tea sandwiches, scones, and desserts, perfectly paired with a selection of fine teas. After your meal, enjoy a seasonal garden tour led by one of our knowledgeable volunteer docents. $65 • Where: 71 Old Westbury Road, Old Westbury • Time: 1-3 p.m. • Contact: oldwestburygardens. org or call (516) 333-0048

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Playing on the Porch

Playing on the Porch returns to Rockville Centre, inviting residents to stroll through village neighborhoods while enjoying live performances by local musicians on front porches and lawns. The free, family-friendly community event raises funds for the Rockville Centre Chamber of Commerce's South Side High School Scholarship Program, with bands performing throughout the day at locations across the village. Additional information, participating performers and locations will be announced closer to the event. • Where: Throughout Rockville Centre village neighborhoods • Time: Performance schedule TBA • Contact: Eric at eric@ mingomedia.com

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Join in this community business networking dinner. Share advice, grow your business network, and enjoy a casual evening. Free and fun. Separate checks. RSVP needed. • Where: Oceanside IHOP, 2971 Long Beach Road • Time: 6-7:30p.m. • Contact: Register for Evite at lmnoli.com or call Mark at (516) 993-0053

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LEGAL NOTICE NOTICE OF FORMATION of LCM Design Studio, LLC. Arts of Org filed with Secy. of State of NY (SSNY) on 7/16/2026 Office location: Nassau County. SSNY designated as agent upon whom process may be served and shall mail copy of process against LLC to 15 Vanderveer Court, NY 11570. Purpose: any lawful act. 161843 LEGAL NOTICES ROCKVILLE CENTRE UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT Directory Information The Rockville Centre Union Free School District, pursuant to Sec. 438, Pub. L. 90-247, Title IV, Sub. 99.37 known as the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (“FERPA”), designates the following personally identifiable information contained in a student’s education record as “directory information,” which may be publicly released without prior consent: 1. Student’s name 2. Student’s address 3. Student’s date of birth 4. Major field of study Directory Information 5. Participation in officially recognized activities and sports 6. Weight and height of members of athletic teams 7. Dates of attendance 8. Degrees, honors and awards received 9. Names of student’s parents 10. Most recent educational agency or institution attended by the student 11. Photography, including video, or imagery of the student (which may be released and appear to the public via mediums including, but not limited to, print and electronic media, the internet, television, or annual yearbooks published by the District). If the student from whom information is sought by the media does not want to be interviewed, photographed and/or videotaped, or if the parent/guardian of the student denies permission for media access to his/her child, such access will be denied by the building principal/designee and/or the Superintendent of

Schools, upon notice of same. Each year, parents, legal guardians or students who have attained the age of 18, may request that directory information designated above not be publicly released without their consent by writing to the District Clerk at 128 Shepherd Street, Rockville Centre, NY 11570-2298, by September 30th of each school year. The student’s name, school and grade level must be included. The request not to publicly release information expires at the end of each school year. A letter must be submitted each year in order to continue nonrelease. All student educational records, and records that were created as a result of a student receiving special education services under Part B of IDEA, may also be released to another school or postsecondary institution at which the student seeks or intends to enroll. ROCKVILLE CENTRE UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT Military Recruiters Access to High School Students and Information on Students The District will comply with requests from military recruiters and institutions of higher education (IHEs) for access to name, address and telephone listing of each secondary school student, except for any student whose parent (or the student if he or she is at least 18 years of age) has submitted a written request to optout of this disclosure, in which case the information will not be released without the parents’ (or student’s, if he or she is at least 18 years of age) prior written consent. Parents wishing to exercise their option to withhold such information without prior written parental consent may do so by obtaining a form from the South Side High School Main Office, completing the form, and returning it to the Principal’s Office at South Side High School by September 30th of each school year. ROCKVILLE CENTRE UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT Student Education

Records In accordance with the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act of 1974 (“FERPA”) and Rockville Centre School District Policy, parents and students over 18 years of age have the right to inspect and review their child’s/their student education records or to request the amendment of records believed to be inaccurate or misleading. Student education records are private unless the parent or student older than 18 consent to disclosure of personally identifiable information. FERPA authorizes disclosure of personally identifiable information without consent in limited circumstances. Procedures for such review process may be obtained from building principals or the District Clerk.

ROCKVILLE CENTRE UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT Non-Discrimination No staff member or student in the Rockville Centre Union Free School District shall, on the grounds of race, color, creed, religion, national origin, political affiliation, sex (including gender identity or the status of being transgender), sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, military status, disability, predisposing genetic characteristics, or use of recognized guide dog, hearing dog or service dog, or domestic violence victim status, or any other basis prohibited by state or federal nondiscrimination laws be excluded from, be denied the benefits of, or be subjected to discrimination under any program or activity sponsored or conducted by the School District. Inquiries regarding the Districts nondiscrimination policies should be directed to: Marie Dalton and Kevin J. Richman, Compliance Officers, Rockville Centre UFSD, 128 Shepherd Street, Rockville Centre, NY 11570, telephone 516-255-8928 and 516-255-8924. ROCKVILLE CENTRE UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT Student Privacy Notice The Rockville Centre Union Free School District adopted Policy

7243, Student Privacy, Parental Access to Information, and Administration of Certain Physical Examinations to Minors. Policy 7243 requires notification to all parents and guardians of specific types of surveys or activities which will be conducted during the school year and/or during the summer program in accordance with law by either individual schools or the School District. If the School District or your child’s school principal plans to administer a survey or activity covered by this policy, you will be directly notified in writing prior thereto and then given ten (10) days to opt your child out of participation. ROCKVILLE CENTRE UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT Identification and Register of Children with Disabilities In accordance with the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA), parents who believe their child may have a disability are urged to contact Marie Dalton, Assistant Superintendent for Special Education and Pupil Personnel Services, Rockville Centre UFSD, 128 Shepherd Street, Rockville Centre, NY 11570, telephone 516-255-8928, or Allegra Maxwell, Chairperson for the Committee on Special Education, 516-255-8928 or Dr. Janine Rose, Chairperson for the Committee on Preschool Special Education at 516255-8815. ROCKVILLE CENTRE UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT Complaints of Discrimination In accordance with Title IX/Section 504/ADA, complaints and grievances regarding discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, national origin or disability should be directed to the Title IX Coordinators, Marie Dalton and Kevin J. Richman, Rockville Centre UFSD, 128 Shepherd Street, Rockville Centre, NY 11570 at 516-255-8928 or 516-2558924.

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Resident’s patriotic flag honors heroes Rockville Centre resident Tom Fabian is marking the 25th anniversary of the Sept. 11 attacks by displaying a special memorial flag outside his Burtis Avenue home. Different colored lights illuminate the flag, with blue honoring police officers, red honoring firefighters, and white illuminating the full flag. The red, white and blue combination symbolizes America, while the flag bears the message, “We Will Never Forget.”

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Dignity for All Students Act Complaints pertaining to student harassment, bullying and discrimination, in accordance with the Dignity for All Students Act, may be made to building Dignity Act Coordinators as follows: Covert School/ Michelle DeMartino, and Kathy Cilento at 516-255-8916, Hewitt School/Anna McGovern and Lisa Panebianco at 516-255-8913, Riverside School/Chris Zappia and Lisa Panebianco at 516-255-8902, Watson School/Jen Pascarella and Sue Buckheit at 516-255-8904, Wilson School/Jim Duffy and Kathy Cilento at 516-255-8910, South Side Middle School/Maria LaSorsa and Katie Yamond at 516-255-8976, South

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LEGAL NOTICE Notice of Public Meeting Nassau County, New York Meeting Date: September 15, 2026 Pursuant to the provisions of Chapter 330 Rockville Centre Village Code NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the Planning Board Of the Village of Rockville Centre will hold a hearing in the Eugene J. Murray Village Hall 1 College Place, Rockville Centre at 7:00 p.m. LEGAL NOTICE September 15, 2026 at 7:00 PM

Case No.: 01-2026 150 Sunrise Highway LLC Construct a 63 room Hotel. Property Location: 150 Sunrise Highway Incorporated Village of Rockville Centre Nassau County, New York PLEASE TAKE NOTICE that on this specific date, the Rockville Centre Planning Board will conduct a public hearing to conduct a Site Plan and Exterior Design review for these subject properties. Anyone interested shall have an opportunity to be heard on the application. Dated: September 1, 2026 PLANNING BOARD OF THE VILLAGE OF ROCKVILLE CENTRE, NEW YORK Donna Joyce, Chairperson

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Carmen Herrera. Born in 1915, Herrera painted in relative obscurity for over a half-century. She worked in a small New York City loft, lived modestly and sold almost nothing. Things finally changed in 2004, when, at age 89, she was connected with a gallery owner who needed to fill a slot for a show. That show was her breakthrough: Critics embraced her, and she earned exhibitions at the Whitney Museum of American Art and the Museum of Modern Art. And even after achieving this recognition, she continued to paint daily, well past 100. Though Herrera’s chronological age was “late life,” her feels-like age aligned with what we call the SettledIn stage. Psychologically, she was ambitious; socially, she was networking; physically, she was continuing to create. The number 89 was, well, just a number, describing little else than how long she had lived. Feels-like aging acknowledges physical realities, but recognizes that vitality is multi-dimensional. A person’s lived

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ered” because intervention and intention changed his trajectory. Taken together, feels-like age and flicker give us a framework for taking full advantage of lifespans. The shift can be transformative. When people see themselves as capable of movement — of entering a new stage, of regaining capacity, of redefining purpose — they plan differently. They invest in prevention, as Howard did. They pursue lifelong work and creativity, as Herrera did. Retirement becomes redesign, not retreat, and aging becomes a process to navigate, not dread. When we think about Herrera’s late-life artistic ascent, or Howard’s return to mobility, we see that the calendar cannot fully define a human being. Our passions, potential and choices are what truly shape us. Stuart C. Kaplan is chief executive officer of Selfhelp Community Services Inc. Marcus Riley is the founder of the Booming Ageing Agency. They are the coauthors of “Your Aging Advantage.”

The United States needs to be a dependable ally

hether it’s the war in Iran, Russia’s invasion of Ukraine, China’s expansionism or the continuing threat of Islamist terrorism, the United States and the world are faced with crises from multiple directions. This should be a time when nations with common values and interests forge a united front, no matter our policy differences or personality clashes. The most significant example of this unity occurred at the close of World War II, when the U.S., Canada and the countries of Western Europe put aside historic differences and rivalries to unite against the common threat of world communism emanating from the Soviet Union by forming NATO, which became the largest and most successful military and governmental alliance in human history. After centuries of conflict, including World Wars I and II, which resulted in the deaths of hundreds of thousands of Americans, NATO ultimately caused the collapse of the Soviet Union in 1991, and prevented the inva-

sion of one country by another on the continent of Europe for 75 years, until Russia’s invasion of Ukraine in 2022. As the world’s lone superpower, the U.S. was the main force within NATO, providing troops on the ground in various countries, a nuclear umbrella for all of the organization’s members and, most important, our credibility and commitment. The member countries were of course also essential to NATO’s success, coordinating their military units under an American Supreme Command and pledging unity. No wonder it has been Russian President Vladimir Putin’s long-held dream to somehow bring about NATO’s dissolution. NATO demonstrated its commitment to stand united when it responded so quickly and forcefully to the attacks of Sept. 11, 2001. Though no other NATO country was attacked and there was no war on European soil, countries responded with troops, courage and ability. Great Britain, Denmark, Canada, Poland and Italy would suffer casualties at a per-capita rate which approached our own. Previously, in the successful Operation Desert Storm against Iraq in 1991, countries such as Britain and

France sent troops to fight alongside American forces. NATO did, however, develop lingering deficiencies. Its over-reliance on the United States led to a continuing failure by member countries to meet their financial commitments to the alliance. I recall being at a meeting in London with Britain’s defense minister as far back as 1997, where he acknowledged the fear of NATO’s becoming a “paper tiger.” It is to Present Trump’s credit that he effectively saved the alliance by pressuring its member nations to pay up. Trump’s more recent actions, however — his threats to take Greenland from Denmark, engaging in a tariff war with Canada while referring to it as our 51st state, his exchange of insults with Italy’s prime minister, Giorgia Meloni, and his attack on Pope Leo— have only weakened NATO. Similarly, Trump’s withdrawal of troops from Poland and Germany, and cuts in aid to Ukraine, have raised doubts about American credibility and reliability. Also damaging to the alliance was the failure to coordinate strategy with NATO countries before beginning the war against Iran. (This was so contrary to the close cooperation I saw between American

s strong as we are, maintaining alliances is vital to our national security.

and British generals when I had visited Afghanistan.) This has resulted in Britain’s refusal to provide its minesweeping capability to Trump in the Strait of Hormuz, and Meloni’s denying us use of air bases in Italy. These actions, on both sides, are shortsighted, and counterproductive to everyone. There is no doubt that the United States is the superpower and indispensable partner in the alliance. It is also true that our relationship with NATO, and our actions and level of support for Ukraine, South Korea, Taiwan and Israel, are watched carefully by our adversaries China, Iran, North Korea, Al Qaeda and ISIS, as well as by our allies and friendly nations such as Japan and the Philippines in the Pacific and Egypt, Jordan and the United Arab Emirates in the Middle East. As strong as the U.S. is, maintaining alliances and international support is vital to our national security. Isolationist policies such as America First and Fortress America have failed us in the past, and we can’t afford to rely on, or even experiment with them again. We live in an ever more dangerous, threatening world. We cannot risk America First becoming America Alone. Peter King is a former congressman, and a former chair of the House Committee on Homeland Security. Comments? pking@ liherald.com.

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ept. 11, 2001, remains a defining moment for anyone who lived through it. For some, it is remembered in exact detail — where they were standing, who they were with, what they saw and the moment they realized that life as they knew it had changed forever. For others, particularly those born after the terrorist attacks, it is history. They learn about it in school, see photos and videos and hear stories from parents, grandparents and teachers. But 25 years later, the challenge for all of us is the same: How do we remember Sept. 11 in a meaningful way, and how do we help those who continue to live with its consequences? In the middle of unimaginable horror, people helped one another. Strangers carried strangers. First responders risked their lives for people they did not know. Communities opened their doors. Ordinary people performed extraordinary acts of courage and kindness. Long Islanders were in the thick of 9/11, as volunteer fire departments from across Nassau and Suffolk counties, many with FDNY firefighters, raced to the site. Baldwin’s Bob Beckwith, a retired city fireman, responded, and three days later stood with President George W. Bush atop the rubble in a defining image of the attacks’ aftermath. Roosevelt High School students creat-

ed a memorial garden honoring two graduates who died at ground zero. Students at Deasy Elementary School, in Glen Cove, made stuffed animals for children who lost parents in the attacks. Scouts from across Suffolk collected 153,000 bottled drinks in 70 hours for rescue workers. The attacks brought a sense of insecurity and a horrifying realization that we could not control what was happening around us. Nearly 3,000 people were killed at the World Trade Center, the Pentagon and in Pennsylvania, including 497 Long Islanders. Families lost parents, children, siblings and friends. First responders ran toward danger, and countless others demonstrated extraordinary courage simply by helping strangers. In the succeeding years, children grew up without mothers or fathers. Some followed in their parents’ footsteps, becoming police officers, firefighters or other public servants to honor those they lost. Grandchildren were born who never had the opportunity to know the people whose names are spoken every Sept. 11. For many families, the anniversary isn’t simply a day on the calendar. It can bring back memories, grief and questions that never fade away. That is why remembering matters. Memorials, ceremonies and the simple

act of saying the names of those we lost are vital ritual. We remember everyone who died, we remember those who died later from illnesses connected to their work at ground zero, and we remember the families that were left behind. The anniversary is a day for reflection and service — much like Memorial Day and Veterans Day, when we pause to recognize sacrifice and those who served something greater than themselves. Honor their memory through action. Help a neighbor. Support a first responder or veteran. Visit a memorial, take part in a community service project, or teach a child why Sept. 11 still matters. Children should learn about that day in age-appropriate ways, understanding both the tragedy and the remarkable response of people who came together. These lessons are important. Twenty-five years is a long time. But it is not long enough to forget. So say the names. Remember the lives. Honor the families. Thank those who responded. Support those still suffering. And then do something good. The Herald’s 9/11 special section seeks to do just that. Through the memories and experiences of people who lived through or lost someone on that horrific day, and were forever changed, we hope to show that Sept. 11 isn’t just something that happened 25 years ago. It is part of our history, and part of our present.

letterS We were unified after Sept. 11. What’s happened since then? To the Editor: The aftermath of Sept. 11 was a lost opportunity for this country to be much stronger and united. For a very brief time, we grieved, suffered, and consoled one another, despite differences in race, ethnicity, religion and politics. At the time, the feeling was that we had taken a quantum leap in our tolerances and respect for one another. For many, a spiritual awakening was activated to strengthen our resiliency as well. Who would believe the shelf life of this unity would expire in so short a time? This teaching moment was fleeting, and in many ways has been forgotten. We are now more divided politically, led by our two parties. We are angrier in our discourse, often misinformed, and less patient with our differences. We attack the

person, not the ideas. We are more distrustful — and in many cases, the mainstream media plays their role in this. The sadness is that we could have been better

as a country, but regressed to our darker side. TONY GIAMETTA Oceanside

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s the 2026-27 academic year gets under way, it’s a good time to get motivated for the challenges and opportunities ahead, whether you’re a student, a parent or a teacher like me. The next nine to 10 months will be a time of growth, and include the occasional hurdle that will require us to employ old and new knowledge and skills. It would certainly help to be inspired by someone as you take on a new year. Well, how about an entire team? I have been a professor of sport management for 21 years, 16 as a full-time professor at Farmingdale State College. I am also a huge sports fan. And in that time, not one team I closely follow — the New York Jets, Mets, Knicks and

Georgetown University basketball — had won a championship. That is 83 years of futility. Tack on the years since the Mets won in 1986, that’s another 20 years and another 80 seasons of no championships. That is a lot of losing. In fact, A.I. told me that the odds of none of my teams winning a title in 40 years was extremely low, roughly 0.44 percent. So you can imagine how strange, and great, it feels now, as I approach a new school year with a Knicks title under my belt. Teaching sports management, I find a lot of motivation in working with students who are going to be the future leaders in this growing industry. But have I felt joy? Not really. To see your favorite teams lose year after year — and my teams seemed to lose a lot of painful games — sapped the joy out of being a fan. I’ve always felt like an out-

sider in the world of fandom, jealous of others around the country whose teams achieved their ultimate goal. We’re New York fans, for God’s sake. We deserved better! Well, 2026-27 is shaping up to be very different. The magical playoff ride that started for the Knicks in April and culminated with an NBA championship in June continues on for us fans. At least it does for me. Frankly, though, I’m not sure what that means, or how I should behave at school. After spending the past few months fist-bumping and high-fiving strangers in the street, in restaurants, on the train and on the subway, do I now continue that in the classrooms and hallways at Farmingdale? Can I keep saying, “Knicks in five!” as I do to my wife, members of my extended family and my best friends — but now to students and fellow professors? I sure hope so.

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Turns out that urge is likely very normal. According to Todd Rogers, a professor of Public Policy at the Harvard Kennedy School who leads the Fandom and Social Connection Initiative, “Fandom is a very communal phenomenon and has the potential to increase the quantity and quality of our relationships.” All I can say is that I’m hyped. I have an energy now that I realize has been absent for the past 21 years. I know that I’ve always given students my best, but the effort was devoid of the joy that comes with cheering with thousands of other New Yorkers who share the beauty of being a sports fan — connection, camaraderie and community. I don’t ask students who their favorite teams are, but I’m confident that many I’ll interact with this year are Knicks fans, and that they’re hyped as well. And that will make this year unlike any other. Sarbjit Singh is an associate professor of sports management at Farmingdale State College.

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