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MacArthur football coach steps down mately decided it was time to retire. Levittown Superintendent MacArthur High School foot- Todd Winch said the district ball coach Bob Fehrenbach learned of Fehrenbach’s decistepped down from his position sion earlier this week, around Monday after 28 seasons, telling the same time it became public. players and coaches after the “He had come resolved with the team’s first official practice decision,” Winch said. “He was that he no longer just letting us felt the same conknow.” nection to the playWinch said he ers, and believed it was not aware that was time for someFehrenbach had one else to take been feeling disover. connected from Fehrenbach, the team before who retired as a his resignation. physical education The departure teacher in 2025, marks the end of had continued one of the longest coaching after coaching tenures leaving the classin MacArthur footroom. He told ball history. FehNewsday that no renbach led the longer being in the Generals to Nasschool building sau Conference II TODD WINCH each day and seeregular-season ing students in Superintendent championships in class and the hall2002 and 2019 and ways had affected his connec- appearances in the Long Island tion with his players. Class II championship game in Fehrenbach said he had 2002 and 2015. He finished his hoped that summer activities, career with a 151-97-2 record. including 7-on-7 competitions, Winch described Fehrenmorning workouts and youth bach as a fixture at MacArthur, camps, would restore his enthu- noting that he is a graduate of siasm for coaching, but he ulti-

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Joanna McCloskey, Seaford High School librarian, received a NASTAR Award for her innovation and leadership in education.

Seaford High School librarian honored for technology leadership By LUKE TEGELMAN INTERN

Joanna McCloskey, Seaford High School’s librarian, has been recognized for her innovation and leadership in education, receiving a NASTAR Award for her work incorporating technology into student research. McCloskey was among 26 educators presented with the award by the Nassau Association of School Technologists at a ceremony hosted by Nassau BOCES earlier this month. She was nominated by Dr. Nicole Culella, the Seaford district’s executive director for STEM and instructional technology. McCloskey, who has worked as a librarian for 27 years, including 26 in Seaford, was

recognized for her longstanding commitment to helping students develop research skills while adapting her teaching to the evolution of technology. In her remark at the awards ceremony, Culella highlighted McCloskey’s dedication to developing her students’ research skills and providing them with meaningful and relevant experiences with technology. “Joanna McCloskey is an innovative, dynamic and dedicated educator,” Culella said. “She is the epitome of a lifelong learner by constantly remaining curious and reflective regarding her pedagogical practices. Joanna is a tremendous asset to Seaford schools, and works tirelessly each and every day to ensure robust, critical thinkCONTINUED ON PAGE 8

e graduated from MacArthur. He taught MacArthur. He bleeds Generals red. He is MacArthur through and through.

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Governor Kathy Hochul announced $35 million is now available to install and operate Level 2 electric vehicle chargers in New York through the state’s new Charge Ready NY — Large Public Sector Project program. This initiative will reduce purchase and installation costs of electric vehicle chargers, expand consumer access to charging at public sites and reduce air pollution in communities across the state. “As we continue to lead the way in building a cleaner, more connected transportation system, New York must have a vast network of charging stations that are convenient to reach and easy and affordable to use,” Hochul said. “By investing in much-needed public charging options, we are giving New Yorkers more confidence to drive an electric vehicle and reduce their exposure to volatile gasoline prices while improving air quality in our communities.” The competitive program, administered by the New York State Energy Research and Development Authority, provides funding to public sector entities including New York State agencies and authorities, local governments and state or city university systems, to install Level 2 charging stations on publicly-owned land for use by the general public. Selected projects will be awarded a minimum of $1 million and a maximum of $15 million to install electric vehicle chargers at one or more sites. Proposers may request up to 80 percent of eligible documented purchase and installation costs of electric vehicle supply equipment. To get funding, you have to use equipment and network providers that NYSERDA has already approved under its Charge Ready NY 2.0 program. Proposals are due on Oct. 20, 2026, 3:00 p.m. ET. A complete list of all eligibility rules and evaluation criteria can be found at the solicitation summary on NYSERDA’s website. “Switching to an electric vehicle can

be a massive cost-savings for New Yorkers struggling to make ends meet,” Alliance for Clean Energy New York Executive Director Marguerite Wells said. “By advancing the deployment of additional EV chargers, it makes life that much easier for those who have made the switch, and those who might make the switch in the coming years. This is an investment in New York’s future that will pay off for years to come.” Hochul’s announcement will help build on the more than 21,000 Level 2 and direct current fast chargers installed across the state and more than 331,000 electric vehicles on the road in New York, as of July 2026. NYSERDA’s Charge Ready NY 2.0 program also continues to support public, private and not-for-profit organizations to install Level 2 charging stations at multifamily buildings, hotels and workplaces. In February 2026, NYSERDA added $15 million to the existing program with funding of $3,000 - $4,000 per plug available on a first-come, first-served basis. Other state initiatives include Drive Clean Rebate Program, the EV Make Ready, EVolve NY, the New York Truck Voucher Incentive Program, the New York School Bus Incentive Program, the NEVI program, and the Direct Current Fast Charger Program. This initiative is funded through the Governor’s $2 billion Sustainable Future Program, which is the largest climate investment in New York’s history. “Expanding access to reliable electric vehicle charging is an important part of building an energy system that works for every New Yorker,” State Senator Kevin Parker said. “This $35 million investment will help local governments and public institutions bring charging infrastructure directly into our communities, making electric vehicles more practical and accessible while reducing transportation emissions. We must continue investing in infrastructure that strengthens our communities, lowers costs for families and ensures that the transition to a cleaner transportation system leaves no New Yorker behind.”

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When 12-year-old J.P. Impastato feels overwhelmed, June knows what to do. The service dog climbs onto J.P.’s bed at his command and lies across the boy’s body, providing the deep pressure that helps J.P. calm down. On a recent morning, J.P., who has autism, had become overwhelmed after visiting a school he no longer attends. He went to his bedroom, and his mother, Jennifer Impastato, told June to “cover.” The dog climbed onto the bed and sprawled across J.P. Before long, he was asleep. For the Impastato family, of Wantagh, moments like that make it clear why June is much more than a pet. J.P. graduated on Aug. 14 from Canine Companions’ Northeast program in Medford, where he was paired with June at a ceremony marking the completion of two weeks of team training. J.P. was one of 15 students who graduated, according to John Bentzinger, a public relations manager for Canine Companions, which is headquartered in Santa Rosa, Calif., and has chapters and training centers around the country. The organization provides highly trained service dogs free of charge to people with disabilities. Its canine assistants learn more than 40 commands, and each dog undergoes an extensive training process before being matched with a human partner. For J.P. and his family, the process began with an in-person interview in April. The Impastatos were placed on a waiting list, but in June they received a call from Canine Companions, which had several dogs that could potentially be a good match for J.P. June, a young golden retriever was their third match. “She is the one who was the most perfect fit,” Jennifer said. J.P. needed a dog that was calm and gentle. When he met June, she immediately padded over and placed her head on his lap. When J.P. hugged

her, she remained calm. “It was great,” Jennifer said. “It was really a match made in heaven ever since then.” Laura Ann Dubecky, a senior instructor at Canine Companions who has worked with the organization for 32 years, said that June’s personality helped make the pairing successful. She is interactive, playful and eager to be around people, and has the stability and adaptability needed to work with J.P. in public as well as at home. “She just makes them feel special,” Dubecky said. That connection became apparent almost immediately during the two-week training period. J.P., Dubecky explained, can become overwhelmed easily, but he began seeking out June when he needed comfort. He would hug her, lie next to her and ask for her even when he was reluctant to take part in other activities. By the end of the training, Jennifer noticed that her son had become more independent. J.P. has learned that he needs to feed June and take responsibility for her, and that he needs to clean up his bed or a couch before June is allowed on it. She has been trained to provide deep-pressure therapy, nudge J.P. when he begins to show signs of stress and retrieve items he needs. She also helps remind him of everyday tasks, such as brushing his teeth. “Cover,” remains one of her most important commands, which, Dubecky said, involves lying across him while he is sitting or lying down. The pressure gives him a sense of security when he is anxious or overwhelmed. “She gives me the peace of mind to know that he is going to be an extremely functional member of society and be able to go out in the world and do things on his own,” his mother said. For Dubecky, that is the purpose of the organization’s work. Canine Companions raises puppies through a network of volunteer puppy raisers, who

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Wantagh’s JP Impastato poses with June, his newly matched service dog, after the pair graduated from Canine Companions’ Northeast program on Aug. 14. care for and socialize the dogs during their first 18 months. The dogs then spend about six months with professional instructors, learning advanced commands before being matched with recipients. During team training, recipients live at the organization’s Medford campus for two weeks, learning how to handle, work with and care for their dogs. On graduation day, the volunteer puppy raisers return to meet the people their dogs have been matched with, and ceremonially hand the leash to the new team. For Jennifer, that was one of the most emotional moments of the day. She watched as J.P.’s trainer read about their family, and then June’s puppy raisers, Sharon and Tom Hoyos, handed over the leash. “It’s just a heartwarming experience,” Jennifer said. Now June is home with the Impastatos, and for J.P., the partnership is only beginning. Whenever the world becomes overwhelming, he has a new friend who already knows exactly what he needs.

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It wasn’t the first day of school for students, but Aug. 19 marked the first day for nearly 30 new teachers in the Seaford School District. The first-year faculty members gathered in the Seaford High School library for new teacher orientation and a thorough introduction to the district. After welcoming remarks from Superintendent Adele Pecora and Assistant Superintendent for Human Resources and Instructional Support Sheena Jacob, it was time for a long-standing tradition. New teachers boarded a yellow school bus for an hour-long trip around the district, guided by Jacob. The tour included Seaford Middle School, Harbor and Manor elementary schools, and other notable

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

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

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Goalkeeper Lilly Bailey posted four shutouts a year ago.

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

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

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ing, technology-enriched learning opportunities for all Seaford scholars.” McCloskey’s teaching reflects technological developments and gives students meaningful experience with new tools and resources. Most recently, she has focused on incorporating artificial intelligence into research instruction, helping students understand how to use A.I. while continuing to evaluate information critically. Earlier this year, McCloskey presented at the A.I. in Education Showcase, hosted by the Nassau County Council of School Superintendents and Molloy University. Her presentation, “Curriculum Design: The Future of Work Isn’t Humans Versus AI – It’s Humans with AI,” focused on the role of artificial intelligence in education and curriculum development. Over the course of her career, McCloskey has served as library chair, curriculum support specialist and AP research and science research mentor. She is a Seaford High School Teacher of the Year winner and holds Wilson Reading certification and school district administrator certification. She also was the first school librarian to receive the New York Librarian Association’s Sustainability Certification, and went on to become a sustainability mentor. McCloskey served as the Seaford Harbor Elementary School librarian from 2000 to 2002 before moving to the high school. Technology has been an integral part of her library program since the early 2000s,

when the internet and the increased use of online databases began transforming how students accessed and evaluated information. “From the beginning, I have sought to help students navigate the ever-changing world of technology while demonstrating the value of both print and digital information,” she said. “I have also made evaluating the accuracy, credibility and reliability of information an essential part of every aspect of the library program.” As artificial intelligence becomes increasingly integrated into how students seek, evaluate and synthesize information, McCloskey said, she has worked to make sure students understand both its potential and its limitations. “I strive to teach students how to use this powerful tool thoughtfully and responsibly while keeping the student in the driver’s seat,” she said. McCloskey said she was humbled and honored to receive the NASTAR Award and grateful for the support of Seaford’s leadership team. For her, however, the personal recognition is secondary to the skills students are gaining as they navigate an increasingly complex world of technology and information. What matters most, she said, is seeing her students develop the confidence and skills necessary to approach that landscape with curiosity, discernment and independence.

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Seaford High School librarian Joanna McCloskey was among 26 educators recognized with a NASTAR Award for their work incorporating technology into education.

Fehrenbach leaves Generals after 28 seasons the school, and spent years working there as an educator in addition to coaching. “He’s definitely a legend here,” Winch said. “He graduated from MacArthur. He taught MacArthur. He bleeds Generals red. He is MacArthur through and through.” Winch added that Fehrenbach also coached other sports, including softball. “He’s a classy man,” Winch said. “He loves the kids. He has always been about not just preparing students to play sports. He has worked to prepare them for life and to provide those life skills that you learn through athletics — teamwork, perseverance, hard work.” Winch said that the district has already heard from former students and community members who were saddened by Fehrenbach’s departure and reached out to say how important he was to them while they were growing up in the district. Fehrenbach announced his decision directly to the team Monday rather than through a written statement. The timing leaves MacArthur searching for a new head coach with the season just weeks away. For now, the team’s three assistant coaches — Steve Fazzolari, Tommy Bobal and Ryan Cunningham — are running practices. The district has posted the head coaching position, Winch said, and will review candidates before deciding whether to

name a permanent replacement. If officials do not find the right candidate, the district could use an interim coach. “We’re looking for someone that’s committed to children and committed to excellence,” Winch said. “That’s what we look for in everybody we hire. It’s really no different for coaches.” He acknowledged that replacing Fehrenbach would be difficult given his tenure and the history he built with the program. “Someone’s got to be able to take up that mantle that Bobby Fehrenbach carried for so many years,” he said. “Those are not easy cleats to fill.” Despite the sudden change, Winch said he is confident the Generals will be ready for the season. “Our assistant coaches have this right now,” he said. “They know the drill. They’ll make sure our players are ready for the season to start.” Fehrenbach, meanwhile, told Newsday that he plans to spend more time with his wife, Nancy, and daughters Kayla and Brianna. He also became a grandfather last November. “I would not have my heart in it,” he said of continuing to coach. Winch said the district would honor Fehrenbach’s contributions while looking toward the future. “If anything, I think that what Bobby would want is for the team to keep moving forward,” Winch said. “We need to ensure that that’s our responsibility. He’s done his part.”

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Bob Fehrenbach, who coached MacArthur football for 28 seasons, stepped down from his position Monday following the team’s first official practice.

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Big-name acts bring the vibes to Eisenhower Park By JORDAN VALLONE jvallone@liherald.com

Summer concert season is heading into its final encore at Eisenhower Park. Three nationally known acts — electronic dance duo Loud Luxury, rapper Flo Rida and Rock & Roll Hall of Famers ZZ Top — will cap the Harry Chapin Lakeside Theatre’s summer lineup with three distinctly different nights of music. Here’s what to know before the season wraps up.

Loud Luxury brings dance party to the lakeside Canadian DJ and producer duo Loud Luxury will take the Harry Chapin Lakeside Theatre stage on Friday, Aug. 21, bringing the electronic dance music sound that has made them festival favorites around the world. Best known for the multi-platinum hit “Body,” the duo of Andrew Fedyk and Joe Depace has built a following through infectious dance tracks blending house music with pop vocals. Their live shows are known for highenergy visuals and crowd interaction, making the performance one of the season’s biggest dance events. Opening the evening will be DJ Caffeine Academy, DJ Dennis the Menace and Just Joe. The free concert begins at 7 p.m. at Eisenhower Park’s Field 6.

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Few artists have dominated party playlists quite like Flo Rida, who closes out August with a performance on Monday, Aug. 31. Since bursting onto the scene with “Low,” the Florida rapper has produced a string of international hits including “Right Round,” “Club Can’t Handle Me,” “Good Feeling” and “My House.” His music has earned billions of streams and become a staple at sporting events, celebrations and radio stations worldwide. Known for audience participation and nonstop energy, Flo Rida’s concerts feature one recognizable hit after another. The free performance begins at 7 p.m. at the Harry Chapin Lakeside Theatre.

The summer series continues on Tuesday, Sept. 1, when legendary rock band ZZ Top takes the stage. Formed in Texas in 1969, the trio has spent more than five decades defining blues-infused rock with signature songs such as “La Grange,” “Sharp Dressed Man,” “Legs” and “Gimme All Your Lovin’.” Inducted into the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame in 2004, ZZ Top remains one of rock’s most enduring touring acts, known for its unmistakable sound, iconic beards and guitar-driven performances. Fans can expect an evening filled with classic hits as the Harry Chapin Lakeside Theatre wraps up another summer season with one of its biggest names.

Officials host Trunk-or-Treat to benefit the FCA By HUNTER FENOLLOL hfenollol@liherald.com

Wantagh families got a taste of Halloween a little early Aug. 17 as local elected officials and community volunteers teamed up for a summer trunk-ortreat benefiting the Family and Children’s Association. State Sen. Steve Rhoads partnered with Nassau County Legislator Kayla Knight to host the event, which combined games and activities for children with a collection drive for FCA, a nonprofit that provides resources and support to children, families and individuals across Nassau County. The event was spearheaded by Rhoads’ legislative interns, Emma Stein and Lauren Gomez-Nieto. The Wantagh Lions Club also helped organize the evening, with children visiting creatively decorated vehicles to collect candy while their families donated essential items to FCA. The collection will support FCA’s programs and services, which focus on strengthening families, promoting healthy communities and helping individuals achieve greater stability and independence. “Events like this are what community is all about: bringing families together, creating a fun experience for our children, and finding ways to help our neighbors who need a helping hand,” Rhoads said.

Courtesy the Office of State Sen. Steve Rhoads

Senator Rhoads was joined by local officials and volunteers. Rhoads spoke with familes throughout the event on Aug. 17. Rhoads also credited Stein and Gomez-Nieto for helping bring the event together and thanked Knight, the Wantagh Lions Club and residents who contributed to the collection drive. “I’m proud of Emma and Lauren for spearheading this event and grateful to Legislator Knight, the Wantagh Lions Club, and everyone who donated to FCA,” Rhoads said. “Their generosity will make a meaningful difference for

local families and individuals.” The event also drew support from Town Councilman Chris Schneider, Assemblyman David McDonough’s representative Shannon Fredricks and legislative interns. For Rhoads and Knight, the evening provided an opportunity to combine a family-oriented event with a community service effort, giving residents a chance to enjoy the festivities while

supporting an organization serving Nassau County residents. The summer trunk-or-treat is part of Rhoads’ continued efforts to connect residents with local organizations and opportunities to give back. Organizers said the event demonstrated what can happen when elected officials, community groups, volunteers and residents work together around a common cause.

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Jolson Festival marks 80 years By Iris Wiener

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

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

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

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

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

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

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‘Summer of Love’ Pet Adoption

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

Long Island’s American Idols Eisenhower Park’s summer concert series welcomes Constantine Maroulis, Kevin Covais and Robbie Rosen, with special guests. • Where: Harry Chapin Lakeside Theatre, East Meadow • Time: 7 p.m. • Contact: nassaucountyny.gov or (516) 572-0200

AUG Dancing Dream

Eisenhower Park’s summer concert series continues with Dancing Dream’s tribute to ABBA. This tribute act will take you back to the days when Swedish disco group ruled the music world with their great pop hits and memorable performances. The New York City-based ensemble was founded by two European singers in 2009 in hopes of transporting nostalgic audiences back to the happy and groovy times of the ‘70s. And they’ve since done just that. The seasoned musicians and talented lead singers (“Agnetha” and “Frida”) to take everyone on a nostalgic trip back to the glitz and glamour of the ‘70s with their beautiful harmonies, elaborate costumes and choreography. • Where: Harry Chapin Lakeside Theatre, East Meadow • Time: 7 p.m. • Contact: nassaucountyny.gov or (516) 572-0200

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• Where: 2900 Jerusalem Ave., Wantagh • Time: Wednesdays, 10:30 a.m.1 p.m.; Thursdays, 7:15-10 p.m.

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

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Bricknic Weekend

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

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Summer sounds Eisenhower Park’s summer concert series welcomes the exuberant rappersinger Flo Rida.

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

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

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

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: 71 Old Westbury Road, Old Westbury • Time: 11 a.m. • Contact: oldwestburygardens. org or call (516) 333-0048

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Harmonize with Long Island Harmonizers

Love to sing? So do the Long Island Harmonizers. The Barbershop Harmony Societychapter 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) 521-4779, or Dennis, (516) 680-8036, or visit longislandharmonizers.org

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Bingo at Temple B’Nai Torah

Temple B’nai Torah hosts weekly bingo with prizes, progressive games, and refreshments every

Old Westbury Gardens welcomes families to spend an afternoon exploring, building and creating together! Seasonal Sprouts offers is a LEGO-themed adventure for young explorers. Children (ages 4–10) embark on a guided outdoor tour of Sean Kenney’s Nature Connects made with LEGO bricks. Everyone discovers the wonders of nature in a fun and hands-on way. After the tour, kids can unleash their creativity in a LEGO free-play area. $22 per adult, $20 ages 62+, $12 child. Registration required. • Where: 71 Old Westbury Road, Old Westbury • Time: 11 a.m. • Contact: oldwestburygardens. org or call (516) 333-0048 (516) 221-2370

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Play Mah Jongg and Canasta every Thursday at Congregation Beth Tikvah. Snacks and drinks are provided. $5 contribution. • Where: 3710 Woodbine Ave., Wantagh • Time: Noon-4 p.m. • Contact: mahjonggCBT@ yahoo.com or (516) 785-2445

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

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LEGAL NOTICE REFEREE’S NOTICE OF SALE IN FORECLOSURE SUPREME COURT COUNTY OF NASSAU THE BANK OF NEW YORK MELLON FKA THE BANK OF NEW YORK AS TRUSTEE FOR CERTIFICATEHOLDERS OF THE CWABS INC., ASSET-BACKED CERTIFICATES, SERIES 2006-15, Plaintiff against SERVET KAHRAMAN, et al Defendant(s). Pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered on October 30, 2019. I, the undersigned Referee will sell at public auction on the North Side steps of the Nassau County Supreme Court located at 100 Supreme Court Drive, Mineola, N.Y. 11501 on the 15th day of September, 2026 at 3:00 PM. All that certain plot, piece or parcel of land, with the buildings and improvements thereon erected, situate, lying and being at Levittown, Town of Hempstead, County of Nassau and State of New York. Premises known as 8 Rosewood Lane, Wantagh, New York 11793. (Section: 51, Block: 390, Lot: 3) Approximate amount of lien $828,109.69 plus interest and costs. Premises will be sold subject to provisions of filed judgment and terms of sale. Index No. 015537/2013 FKA 15537/2013. Merik R. Aaron, Esq., Referee. McCalla Raymer Leibert Pierce, LLP Attorney(s) for Plaintiff 420 Lexington Avenue, Suite 840 New York, NY 10170 Tel. 347/286-7409 For sale information, please visit Auction.com at www.Auction.com or call (800) 280-2832 Dated: July 27, 2026 During the COVID-19 health emergency, bidders are required to comply with all governmental health requirements in effect at the time of sale including but not limited to, wearing face coverings and maintaining social distancing (at least 6feet apart) during the auction, while tendering deposit and at any subsequent closing. Bidders are also required to comply with the Foreclosure Auction Rules and COVID-19 Health Emergency Rules issued by the Supreme Court of this County in

addition to the conditions set forth in the Terms of Sale. 161644 To Place A Notice Call 516-569-4000 x232

LEGAL NOTICE SUPREME COURT OF THE STATE OF NEW YORK COUNTY OF NASSAU BETHPAGE FEDERAL CREDIT UNION, -againstLIANNE DUNNE A/K/A LIANNE J. DUNNE, ET AL. NOTICE OF SALE NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN pursuant to a Final Judgment of Foreclosure entered in the Office of the Clerk of the County of Nassau on April 19, 2018, wherein BETHPAGE FEDERAL CREDIT UNION is the Plaintiff and LIANNE DUNNE A/K/A LIANNE J. DUNNE, ET AL. are the Defendant(s). I, the undersigned Referee, will sell at public auction RAIN OR SHINE at the NASSAU COUNTY SUPREME COURT, NORTH SIDE STEPS, 100 SUPREME COURT DRIVE, MINEOLA, NY 11501, on September 22, 2026 at 2:00PM, premises known as 3884 FRANKLIN AVENUE, SEAFORD, NY 11783; and the following tax map identification: 52-291-932-934. ALL THAT CERTAIN PLOT, PIECE OR PARCEL OF LAND WITH THE BUILDINGS AND IMPROVEMENTS THEREON ERECTED, SITUATE, LYING AND BEING AT SEAFORD ( U N I N C O R P O R AT E D AREA) IN THE TOWN OF HEMPSTEAD, COUNTY OF NASSAU AND STATE OF NEW YORK Premises will be sold subject to provisions of filed Judgment Index No.: 003770/2016. Ellen Durst, Esq. - Referee. Robertson, Anschutz, Schneid, Crane & Partners, PLLC, 900 Merchants Concourse, Suite 310, Westbury, New York 11590, Attorneys for Plaintiff. All foreclosure sales will be conducted in accordance with Covid-19 guidelines including, but not limited to, social distancing and mask wearing. *LOCATION OF SALE SUBJECT TO CHANGE DAY OF IN ACCORDANCE WITH COURT/CLERK DIRECTIVES. 161839

LEGAL NOTICE NOTICE OF SALE SUPREME COURT COUNTY OF NASSAU, FREEDOM MORTGAGE CORPORATION, Plaintiff, vs. JAMES DILLON, ET AL., Defendant(s).

Pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale duly entered on November 30, 2017 and an Ex Parte Order Amending Judgement of Foreclosure Sale and Appointing Successor Referee duly entered on January 14, 2025, I, the undersigned Referee will sell at public auction on the front steps on the north side of the Nassau County Supreme Court, 100 Supreme Court Drive, Mineola, NY 11501 on September 22, 2026 at 2:00 p.m., premises known as 3549 Wadena Street, Seaford, NY 11783. All that certain plot, piece or parcel of land, with the buildings and improvements thereon erected, situate, lying and being at Seaford, in the Town of Hempstead, County of Nassau and State of New York, Section 63, Block 20 and Lot 694. Approximate amount of judgment is $399,728.60 plus interest and costs. Premises will be sold subject to provisions of filed Judgment Index #007076/2015. Jane Shrenkel, Esq., Referee Friedman Vartolo LLP, 85 Broad Street, Suite 501, New York, New York 10004, Attorneys for Plaintiff. Firm File No.: 254677-1 161827 PUBLIC AND LEGAL NOTICES… To place a notice here call us us at 516-569-4000 x232 or send an email to: legalnotices@liherald.com

LEGAL NOTICE NOTICE OF SALE SUPREME COURTCOUNTY OF NASSAU U.S. BANK TRUST NATIONAL ASSOCIATION NOT IN ITS INDIVIDUAL CAPACITY BUT SOLELY AS OWNER TRUSTEE FOR RCF 2 ACQUISITION TRUST, Plaintiff, AGAINST DANNY L. RIVERA, et al. Defendant(s) Pursuant to a judgment of foreclosure and sale duly entered on June 23, 2026.

I, the undersigned Referee, will sell at public auction at the North Side Steps of the Nassau Supreme Court, 100 Supreme Court Drive, Mineola, NY 11501 on September 21, 2026 at 3:00 PM premises known as 2304 Mattituck Avenue, Seaford, NY 11783. Please take notice that this foreclosure auction shall be conducted in compliance with the Foreclosure Auction Rules for Nassau County, and the COVID 19 Health Emergency Rules, including proper use of masks and social distancing. All that certain plot piece or parcel of land, with the buildings and improvements thereon erected, situate, lying and being at Seaford, Town of Hempstead, County of Nassau and State of New York. Section 65, Block 078 and Lot 323, 324, 325 and 326. Approximate amount of judgment $464,932.97 plus interest and costs. Premises will be sold subject to provisions of filed Judgment. Index #611923/2023.

Jerome A. Scharoff, Esq., Referee, Aldridge Pite, LLP Attorneys for Plaintiff 40 Marcus Drive, Suite 200, Melville, NY 11747 161825 LEGAL NOTICE NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING PLEASE TAKE NOTICE that pursuant to Article 9 of the New York State Constitution, the provisions of the Town Law and Municipal Home Rule of the State of New York, both as amended, a public hearing will be held in the Town Meeting Pavilion, Hempstead Town Hall, 1 Washington Street, Hempstead, New York, on the 9th day of September 2026, at 10:30 o’clock in the forenoon of that day to consider the enactment of a local law to amend Section 202-1 of the code of the Town of Hempstead to INCLUDE “PARKING OR STANDING PROHIBITIONS” at the following location(s): BELLMORE ANTHONY AVENUE (TH 294/26) South Side -

Scouts join Rhoads for Tackapausha cleanup Wantagh Boy Scout Troop 96 and Girl Scout Troop 3209 joined State Sen. Steve Rhoads Aug. 7 for a cleanup at Tackapausha Museum and Preserve, collecting 11 bags of litter from the Seaford preserve. The volunteers picked up bottles, cans, wrappers, plastics and other debris along the trails and public areas. Rhoads’ intern, Aidan Saxe, organized the cleanup and coordinated the volunteers, with fellow intern Benjamin Kugal also helping with the event and taking part in the work. Tackapausha’s trails and natural areas provide recreation for local residents and habitat for wildlife, making

the removal of litter an important part of maintaining the preserve. “Environmental stewardship starts right here at home,” Rhoads said. “I’ve always believed that if you see a problem in your community, you shouldn’t just point it out, you should roll up your sleeves and help solve it.” The cleanup was one of several community efforts Rhoads has organized or participated in throughout the 5th Senate District. “Protecting our environment isn’t just about big policies, it’s also about taking care of the places right outside our doors,” Rhoads said. — Hunter Fenollol

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NO STOPPING HERE TO CORNER - starting from the west curbline of Bellmore Avenue, west for a distance 40 feet. BELLMORE AVENUE (TH 347/26) East Side NO STOPPING ANYTIME - starting at a point 50 feet north of the north curbline of Clubhouse Road, north for a distance 118 feet. EAST MEADOW CHESTNUT LANE (TH 345/26) North Side NO STOPPING HERE TO CORNER - starting from the west curbline of Prospect Avenue, west for a distance of 40 feet. CHESTNUT LANE (TH 345/26) South Side NO STOPPING HERE TO CORNER - starting from the west curbline of Prospect Avenue, west for a distance of 50 feet. (NR)EAST ROCKAWAY BAISLEY AVENUE (TH 348/26) West Side NO STOPPING HERE TO CORNER - starting from the north curbline of North Boulevard, north for a distance of 43 feet. BAISLEY AVENUE (TH 348/26) East Side NO STOPPING HERE TO CORNER - starting from the north curbline of North Boulevard, north for a distance of 30 feet. NORTH BOULEVARD (TH 348/26) North Side - NO STOPPING HERE TO CORNER - starting from the east curbline of Baisley Avenue, east for a distance of 30 feet.

LEVITTOWN SPRINGTIME LANE NORTH (TH 292/26) South Side - NO STOPPING HERE TO CORNER - starting from the east curbline of Skylark Lane, east for a distance of 30 feet.

MERRICK CENTRAL BOULEVARD (TH 299/26) West Side NO STOPPING HERE TO CORNER - starting from the north curbline of Berkshire Road, north for a distance of 55 feet. ROOSEVELT BROOKSIDE AVENUE (TH 302/26) East Side NO STOPPING ANYTIME - starting at a point 10 feet north of the north curbline of Whitehouse Avenue, north for a distance of 270 feet. BROOKSIDE AVENUE (TH 302/26) East Side NO STOPPING HERE TO CORNER - starting from the south curbline of Whitehouse Avenue, south for a distance of 35 feet.

ALSO, to REPEAL from Section 202-1 “PARKING OR STANDING PROHIBITIONS” from the following location(s):

WANTAGH WEST SEAMANS NECK ROAD (TH 187/26) West Side - NO STOPPING ANYTIME starting at a point 105 feet south of the south curbline of Demott Avenue, south for a distance of 615 feet. (Adopted 6/9/26) PARK AVENUE North Side NO PARKING OR STANDING - from the east curbline of Wantagh Avenue, east for a distance of 100 feet. (Adopted 5/1/56) ALL PERSONS INTERESTED shall have an opportunity to be heard on said proposal at the time and place aforesaid. Dated: August 4, 2026 Hempstead, New York BY ORDER OF THE TOWN BOARD OF THE TOWN OF HEMPSTEAD JOHN FERRETTI Supervisor KATE MURRAY Town Clerk 161929

SEAFORD WEST SEAMANS NECK ROAD (TH 187B/26) West Side - NO STOPPING ANYTIME starting at a point 105 feet south of the south curbline of Demott Avenue, south for a distance of 434 feet.

LEGAL NOTICE NOTICE OF SALE

WANTAGH PARK AVENUE (TH 339/26) North Side NO STOPPING ANYTIME - starting at a point 10 feet east of the east curbline of Wantagh Avenue, east for a distance of 105 feet.

SUPREME COURT COUNTY OF NASSAU, U.S. BANK NATIONAL ASSOCIATION, NOT IN ITS INDIVIDUAL CAPACITY BUT SOLELY AS TRUSTEE FOR THE RMAC TRUST, SERIES 2016-CTT, Plaintiff, vs. ALEXANDER

CANTWELL, ET Defendant(s).

AL.,

Pursuant to an Order Confirming Referee Report and Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale duly entered on January 16, 2026, I, the undersigned Referee will sell at public auction on the front steps on the north side of the Nassau County Supreme Court, 100 Supreme Court Drive, Mineola, NY 11501 on September 29, 2026 at 2:00 p.m., premises known as 2240 Walsall Street, Seaford, NY 11783. All that certain plot, piece or parcel of land, with the buildings and improvements thereon erected, situate, lying and being at Seaford, Town of Hempstead, County of Nassau and State of New York, Section 57, Block 147 and Lot 121. Approximate amount of judgment is $705,379.43 plus interest and costs. Premises will be sold subject to provisions of filed Judgment Index #011968/2008. Peter T. Bauer, Esq., Referee Friedman Vartolo LLP, 85 Broad Street, Suite 501, New York, New York 10004, Attorneys for Plaintiff. Firm File No.: 190750-2 161937

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Do we have to replace all the windows? Q. We have been told that when we add to our second floor, over our one-story garage, we will have to change every window in the house so we can meet the “egress” code. This is going to make our project out of budget, so we have to ask somebody else to know whether this is the case, and whether there’s any way we can keep the windows we have. There is nothing wrong with them, and it seems like a lot of cost when, if we left everything alone, we apparently wouldn’t have to do this. Can you explain this?

A. You don’t need to change every window in your home. You got the easy, simple answer, which was wrong or, at best, only partially right, and misleading. If everything could be explained with a simple answer, like the black-and-white, all-ornothing answer that you received, the world would be a simpler place. But nothing is simple, and, onte eeper unfortunately, regulations on windows, which make sense, were not explained to you correctly. First, the building codes exist for occupant and public safety. You need to be able to escape in an emergency, and you also may need to be rescued. Picture a big firefighter with his equipment strapped to him, trying to get in to save a child who is huddled, as many will do, in a closet. Window size regulations in the building codes for escape and rescue were changed with the issuance of the 2003 version. In that updated code, the previous clear opening size was 4 square feet, but it was changed to 5.7 square feet for floors above or below the first floor. The first-floor windows for habitable spaces were then upgraded to 5 square feet clear opening from 4 square feet. This became required if more than 50 percent of the building was being physically altered, or if the occupancy use of a room changed, such as changing a den to a guest room. All bedrooms are now required, in new construction, to have 5.7-square-foot openings with a minimum height of 24 inches and a minimum width of the clear opening, with the window in the open position, of 20 inches. Now that you have processed that information, the key is “habitable” versus “non-habitable.” Your bathrooms, laundry room and kitchen are not habitable rooms and are not sleeping rooms. The windows in those non-habitable rooms do not have to comply, and need not be changed. Rooms like your dining area, living room and family room may have access to the outside by doors, so those windows do not need to be changed. This leaves the bedrooms, which may need to be changed, but if the area you are adding over your garage does not constitute 50 percent of the dwelling, the new windows need to be 5.7 square feet, but the ones in the old bedrooms do not. Appendix J allows for the existing windows to remain. Calculate the new areas and compare. Good luck!

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

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

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

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

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

Trump owns the war in Iran. That’s not good news.

ike it or not, the war with Iran will soon enter its seventh month. It may be true that the war was started with the express purpose of taking away Iran’s ability to develop a nuclear weapon, but as of now that goal has proved elusive. Iran has been a clever and resilient foe, and it’s possible that the current battle will last far into the future. The longer it lasts, the longer Americans will pay a hefty price for gasoline, fertilizer and other badly needed consumer products. On numerous occasions, President Trump has displayed a chart highlighting the fact that the Iran war hasn’t lasted anywhere near as long as the Vietnam War, the war in Afghanistan or the Korean War, and on that he is correct. The Vietnam War lasted from 1955 to 1975. The war in Afghanistan lasted 20 years, and the Korean War lasted from 1950 to 1953. The problem with the White House chart is that it fails to point out the fact that the wars in Vietnam and Afghani-

stan were total failures, and the Korean War is considered a draw and not any kind of victory. Many of us who were alive during the 20 years of strife in Vietnam still remember the photo of desperate evacuees reaching for a helicopter ladder as the U.S. Army left the capital. By all accounts, Vietnam was a terrible loss. Our military failed to prevent Communist forces from taking over South Vietnam, culminating in the fall of Saigon in 1975 and the unification of the country under a Communist government. Another indelible image from that war is the dramatic photo of children, one of them naked, fleeing a napalm attack. The war in Afghanistan was another embarrassment for our nation. Failing to consider the loss of over 15,000 Soviet soldiers, we forged ahead and ultimately withdrew after 20 years, leaving the country to the Taliban, the same group we tried to oust in 2001. That war cost the lives of more than 2,400 U.S. military personnel, and an additional 20,700 were wounded. An estimated 66,000 to 69,000 Afghan national military and police officers were killed. The Korean War was supposed to

result in the unification of that country, but ended with an armistice agreement. It’s estimated that the U.S. lost 33,700 members of the military, and 103,000 were wounded. When America entered that war, it didn’t anticipate that China would contribute hundreds of thousands of troops, transforming a relatively local battle into an international showdown. The strategic location of South Korea has been of major importance to the United States, which makes the current situation in that country so confusing. Trump recently pulled back U.S. support for strategic war games, apparently as a favor to North Korean dictator Kim Jong-un. Trump is seeking to renew what he describes as a friendship with Kim, which experts agree is, at best, a waste of time. Our adventure in Iraq should be added to the list of doubtful wars conducted by the U.S. military. While we succeeded in removing Saddam Hussein, a brutal dictator, there were setbacks. We started the war with the goal of finding stockpiles of so-called weapons of mass destruction, but none were ever found. In addition, the failure to

e’s compared it with Korea, Vietnam and Afghanistan. Not the best idea.

recruit the Iraqi army to our side turned their soldiers into our sworn enemies and triggered a civil war. America lost more than 4,400 troops. The U.S. has won a number of significant conflicts in recent decades — the invasions of Grenada (1983) and Panama (1989-1990) and the Gulf War (19901991). Of course, whether we “win” sometimes depends on how you define a military victory. Occasionally these wins end with political solutions. What would you call the war with Iran? It’s currently a standoff, with the Strait of Hormuz still closed. Trump is now considering declaring the strait some kind of American property, but that idea isn’t exactly acceptable to everyone else in the region. In the meantime, the Iranians feel emboldened by virtue of the fact that there is a stalemate. Trump has declared a number of times that the warring parties are close to a deal, but it never happens. Historians tend to attach presidents’ names to lost wars, and there’s little doubt that Trump will own the Iran War. Jerry Kremer was a state assemblyman for 23 years, and chaired the Assembly’s Ways and Means Committee for 12 years. He currently chairs the Capitol Insight Group, a government relations firm. Comments? jkremer@liherald.com.

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A morning I will never — ever — forget

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

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

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

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

OPINIONS

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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