Nassau County

Braverman Greenspun Expands Leading Services in New York Condo and Co-op Law With Addition of Jillian Menna and Daniella Zelefsky

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Tuesday, August 22, 2023

Jillian Menna , a veteran insurance attorney, will assist clients with complex claims and other insurance issues.

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  • Jillian Menna , a veteran insurance attorney, will assist clients with complex claims and other insurance issues.
  • Daniella Zelefsky , a seasoned advisor on condo and co-op developments, will work with developer and condo board clients.
  • Jillian and Daniella are widely admired, absolute professionals, who are both wonderful people,” said Braverman Greenspun managing partner Robert Braverman .
  • In February, Braverman Greenspun combined with Finder Novick Kerrigan LLP, a highly regarded boutique with a history of influential work in co-op and condo law.

Chef Fabrizio Facchini and UN Lead the Way in Sustainable Cuisine: Revolutionary Techniques to Reduce Carbon Emissions and Food Waste

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Wednesday, February 1, 2023

NEW YORK, Feb. 1, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- New York-based chef and restaurateur Fabrizio Facchini, owner of the Stellina Hospitality, has recently completed a groundbreaking project in collaboration with the United Nations, the Consulate General of Italy, the Future Food Institute, and leaders of the food industry. The project began during the Week of Italian Cuisine in the World. It aimed to calculate the rate of carbon emissions produced by Italian ingredients and recipes and explore ways chefs and food operators can reduce their carbon footprint through innovation.

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  • Chef Fabrizio Facchini leads the sustainable cuisine revolution with UN collaboration, reducing carbon emissions and food waste with innovative techniques.
  • It aimed to calculate the rate of carbon emissions produced by Italian ingredients and recipes and explore ways chefs and food operators can reduce their carbon footprint through innovation.
  • Facchini considerably reduced carbon emissions and sustainably transformed recipes, avoiding water and ingredient waste.
  • Along with his work on sustainable cuisine, Chef Facchini has also been a leading activist against food waste and hunger.

John R. Durso is recognized by Continental Who's Who

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Thursday, September 22, 2022

MINEOLA, N.Y., Sept. 22, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- John R. Durso is being recognized by Continental Who's Who as a Top Union President and in acknowledgment of his accomplishments at Local 338 and the Long Island Federation of Labor.

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  • MINEOLA, N.Y., Sept. 22, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- John R. Durso is being recognized by Continental Who's Who as a Top Union President and in acknowledgment of his accomplishments at Local 338 and the Long Island Federation of Labor.
  • Mr. Durso began his career as a deli clerk at Waldbaum's supermarkets.
  • In 1984, Mr. Durso was hired as an organizer for Local 338, Retail, Wholesale, and Department Store Union (RWDSU), and United Food and Commercial Workers (UFCW).
  • In 1999, Mr. Durso took on an executive role as the President of Local 338.

Northwell Health’s “Side By Side” Music Series Returns for 2022 With a Special Benefit Concert From John Legend at UBS Arena on Saturday, May 29 – Including a Special Performance by Jason Derulo

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Wednesday, April 13, 2022

The evening will also feature a special performance by singer-songwriter Jason Derulo.

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  • The evening will also feature a special performance by singer-songwriter Jason Derulo.
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20220413005338/en/
    Photo illustration: John Legend will perform at Northwell Healths fourth annual Side By Side music series.
  • His appearance within the Side By Side music series comes on the heels of a recently announced residency in Las Vegas.
  • Tickets to the benefit concert event with John Legend will be available for purchase on Friday, April 15 at 10:00 AM.

The New York Youth Elite Association hosted a fundraiser for Tom Suozzi

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Wednesday, April 6, 2022

During his tenure as the County Executive of Nassau County -- which is more significant than 11 states and has the 12th largest police department in the country -- it had the lowest crime rate of all communities with over 500,000 people. The current New York City Police Commissioner, Keechant Sewell, was a police officer promoted by Suozzi when she was serving in the Nassau County Police Department.

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  • NEW YORK, April 06, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The New York Youth Elite Association (NYYEA) hosted a fundraiser for New York State Governor candidate and Congressman Tom Suozzi at the Penn Club on March 30.
  • Suozzi thanked those in attendance and emphasized that he would be improving matters such as public safety, taxes, and education.
  • "My biggest number one issue is to make people feel safe in New York City," Suozzi said, with immediate and booming applause from the audience.
  • The current New York City Police Commissioner, Keechant Sewell, was a police officer promoted by Suozzi when she was serving in the Nassau County Police Department.

John R. Durso is recognized by Continental Who's Who

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Thursday, March 31, 2022

MINEOLA, N.Y., March 31, 2022 /PRNewswire/ --John R. Durso is being recognized by Continental Who's Who as a Trusted Union President and in acknowledgment of his work at Local 338 and the Long Island Federation of Labor.

Key Points: 
  • MINEOLA, N.Y., March 31, 2022 /PRNewswire/ --John R. Durso is being recognized by Continental Who's Who as a Trusted Union President and in acknowledgment of his work at Local 338 and the Long Island Federation of Labor.
  • Mr. Durso began his career as a deli clerk at Waldbaum's supermarkets.
  • In 1984, Mr. Durso switched to a role as an organizer for Local 338, Retail, Wholesale, and Department Store Union (RWDSU), and United Food and Commercial Workers (UFCW).
  • In 1999, Mr. Durso took on an executive role as the President of Local 338.

First Port City Bank Announces Promotions, Nancy Jernigan to Chief Credit Officer and Durand Childers promoted to Chief Banking Officer

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Tuesday, February 1, 2022

BAINBRIDGE, Ga., Feb. 1, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- First Port City Bank, today announced that Nancy Jernigan has been promoted to Chief Credit Officer and Durand Childers promoted to Chief Banking Officer, effective February 1, 2022.

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  • BAINBRIDGE, Ga., Feb. 1, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- First Port City Bank, today announced that Nancy Jernigan has been promoted to Chief Credit Officer and Durand Childers promoted to Chief Banking Officer, effective February 1, 2022.
  • "We are pleased to announce these promotions of Nancy and Durand; each are well deserved", said Scott Ewing, President and CEO.
  • "These promotions provide First Port City Bank a stronger, more efficient, management structure, positioning the bank for future growth in both our Georgia and Florida markets."
  • Nancy joined First Port City Bank in 2015, serving as the Chief Lending Officer.

Avenu Insights & Analytics Renews Contract with Nassau County New York to Provide Its Records Management System

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Friday, January 22, 2021

CENTREVILLE, Va., Jan. 22, 2021 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ --Avenu Insights & Analytics (Avenu) recently announced that Nassau County, New York has contracted with the company to implement Avenu's Records Management System in its County Clerk's Office.

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  • CENTREVILLE, Va., Jan. 22, 2021 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ --Avenu Insights & Analytics (Avenu) recently announced that Nassau County, New York has contracted with the company to implement Avenu's Records Management System in its County Clerk's Office.
  • This feature also allows Nassau County to receive funds more rapidly through electronic deposits.
  • Nassau County Clerk, Maureen O'Connell, is known for utilizing technology to modernize the County office.
  • We are happy to provide a system that will serve them for years to come and that will position Nassau County for continued and future success."

Girl Scouts of Nassau County Announces 100th Anniversary Gala Honorees

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Tuesday, February 26, 2019

GARDEN CITY, N.Y., Feb. 26, 2019 /PRNewswire/ -- Girl Scouts of Nassau County is celebrating its 100th Anniversary with several planned events over the year, including an Anniversary Gala on Thursday, March 14, 2019, at The Garden City Hotel.

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  • GARDEN CITY, N.Y., Feb. 26, 2019 /PRNewswire/ -- Girl Scouts of Nassau County is celebrating its 100th Anniversary with several planned events over the year, including an Anniversary Gala on Thursday, March 14, 2019, at The Garden City Hotel.
  • This Gala commemorates a century of providing programs and activities to help girls throughout Nassau County become the next generation of leaders.
  • "We could not be more thrilled to celebrate this monumental time in our council's history 100 years of being the top Leadership Empowerment organization for girls' right here in Nassau County," said Randell Bynum, CEO of Girl Scouts of Nassau County.
  • Girl Scouts of Nassau County is proud to recognize four individuals during the event for their leadership and commitment to Girl Scouts of Nassau County over the years.

Combatting Pedestrian Fatalities in New York - Walk-Bike Nassau the Next Event in Line

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Thursday, May 31, 2018

In 2017, Nassau County had the third highest number of pedestrian fatalities in New York State.

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  • In 2017, Nassau County had the third highest number of pedestrian fatalities in New York State.
  • Walk-Bike New York is an annual event, most recently held in Schenectady, New York, in March of this year.
  • Walk-Bike Nassau follows in its footsteps, thanks in part to funding from a New York State Federal Highway Safety Grant.
  • The June 5 Nassau County event starts at noon and concludes with a group walk and a youth bike rodeo 4:30 p.m.