Veterans of the U.S. Armed Forces from across Suffolk County were honored for their service and sacrifice during the November 25, 2025, General Meeting of the Suffolk County Legislature. The Legislature proudly noted that Suffolk County is home to the largest population of veterans in New York State and has one of the largest veteran populations of any county in the United States.
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Pasta Alfredo 60.00 90.00
Pasta Primavera 65.00 95.00 (Pink Cream Sauce w/Fresh Garden Vegetables)
Pasta Casalinga 80.00 110.00 (Peas, Prosciutto & Sundried Tomatoes In A Pink Cream Sauce)
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Pasta D’Estate 80.00 110.00
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Veterans of the U.S. Armed Forces from across Suffolk County were honored for their service and sacrifice during the November 25, 2025, General Meeting of the Suffolk County Legislature. The Legislature proudly noted that Suffolk County is home to the largest population of veterans in New York State and has one of the largest veteran populations of any county in the United States.
“Today’s recognition of our veterans is the least we can do for their vital role in protecting our freedom and liberty,” said Presiding Officer Kevin J. McCaffrey. “My colleagues and I are proud to celebrate the inspiring commitment of these men and women who have significantly contributed to their communities as well as our Nation. By publicly commemorating their achievements, Suffolk County reaffirms its gratitude and respect for those who have served in the Armed Forces, ensuring that their stories and sacrifices remain a lasting part of our County’s and our Nation’s legacy.
“From my district, I am pleased to be able to honor Paul Buffa, Sr., who enlisted in the United States Navy and was assigned to the USS Independence out of Norfolk, Virginia,
as a Quartermaster. Paul deployed several times during his active duty, including when the USS Independence sailed to the Mediterranean to assist with NATO exercises and in 1962 when the Independence acted as a key participant in the US Naval blockade of Cuba during the Cuban Missile Crisis. Paul was honorably discharged in 1966 at the rank of E-4. He received the Expeditionary, National Defense Service, and Armed Forces Expeditionary Medals.”
“After a 38-year-long career, Paul proudly retired from Citigroup’s General Services Department. He remains an active member of the community, serving as 1st Vice Commander of Post 1634 of the
American Legion - where he has been a member for 45 years, and as a member of the Veterans of Foreign Wars and the Sons of Italy,” McCaffrey noted. Paul Buffa, Sr., was born to immigrant parents from Italy. He grew up in Brooklyn, and in 1965, he met and married his wife, Camille. They would move to Babylon Township and raise their four children.
As the Suffolk County Legislature’s Presiding Officer, Legislator Kevin J. McCaffrey represents Suffolk County’s 14th Legislative District, which encompasses the Villages of Lindenhurst and Babylon, West Babylon, portions of Copiague and North Lindenhurst, and Babylon’s barrier beach communities.
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• Jumbo Shrimp Cocktail Platter
FIRST COURSE (Choose one)
MAIN COURSE (Choose one)
• Penne Alla Vodka • Linquine Fruitti di Mare
• Baked Ziti
• Lasagna (Meat or Cheese)
• Stuffed Shells • Baked Manicotti
SALAD (Choose one)
• Garden or Caesar
• Baby Spinach & Goat Cheese with Fresh Seasonal Berries
• USDA Prime Stuffed Flank Steak Roast (Raw)
• Boar’s Head Sweet Sliced Ham (Brown Sugar Glaze)
• All Natural, Hormone Free Center-Cut Stuffed Boneless Pork Roast (Raw)
• Stuffed Flounder Filet
VEGETABLE (Choose two)
• String Bean Casserole • String Bean Almondine
• Candied Sweet Potatoes • Eggplant Rollatine or
• Roasted Potato Wedges Parmigiana
• Sautéed Broccoli
DESSERT (Choose one)
• Apple Pie or Grain Pie
• Fresh Cut Fruit Bowl
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SUNDAY, DEC. 7th
THROUGH DEC. 31st (Daily)
ANIMIATED CHILDREN'S WALKTHROUGH STORY
Hicks Nurseries, 100 Jericho Turnpike in Westbury. Open during normal store hours. Located in the Christmas Gallery. The Christmas story features Santa, his elves and friends as they prepare for the big day! Please bring a donation of a non-perishable food item(s) for Long Island Cares and it drop off at the end of the walkthrough. Free Event. For more information, please call 516- 334-0066
THROUGH JAN. 1st (Daily)
PORT JEFFERSON FESTIVAL OF TREES at Port Jefferson Village Center, 101 East Broadway in Port Jefferson. Free Event. See beautifully decorated Trees by local businesses, groups, and nonprofits! This event is presented by The Greater Port Jefferson Chamber of Commerce. Title Sponsor - Hanover Bank. Co-Sponsor: The Incorporated Village of Port Jefferson. For more information, please call 631-473-1414
THROUGH JAN. 4th (Daily)
12:00NOON-3:00PM
Every Friday, Saturday and Sunday ANNUAL MODEL TRAIN DISPLAY
The Town of Babylon History Museum and Babylon Town Historical Society, feature an interactive model train display (240 sq. ft.) that highlights historic points of interest from around the Town of Babylon. Admission is FREE. The Town History Museum is located at the historic Old Town Hall, built in 1918 and placed on the National Register of Historic Places in
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2005. For more information, please call 631-587-3750
SUNDAY, DEC. 13th
3:00PM-5:00PM
FREE HOLIDAY CONCERT
Get into the Holiday Cheer at the South Shore Mall in Bay Shore. The West Islip Symphony Orchestra is back with bringing Holiday "Sounds of the Seasons." Join them for a sing along and Holiday Classics in this free performance. For more information, please call 631-888-3525, info@ isliparts.org
SUNDAY, DEC. 14th
3:00PM
HOLIDAY AND HITS CONCERT TO HELP THE FOOD PANTRY
St. John's Evangelical Lutheran Church, 36 East John St. in Lindenhurst. Free will offering and bring a non perishable food item, includes light refreshments. For more information, please call Kerrianne at 631-867-8943
7:00PM
THE MESSIAH FEEDS THE HUNGRY
Through the generosity of the Church of St. Joseph, the renowned St. Joseph’s Choir and friends will present the traditional FREE concert at St. Joseph’s Church in Babylon Village. The renowned St. Joseph Choir has presented a yearly December concert for over 25 years raising more than $100.000 for the benefit of the Mercy INN Soup Kitchen in Wyandanch. The church will be in darkness at 7:00 so early arrival is recommended. Donations are encouraged to benefit the soup kitchen-cash or check payable to The
Mercy INN and may also be dropped off at the Parish Center-39 N. Carll Ave. in Babylon Village before or after the concert. For more information, please call 631-669-0068.
THROUGH, DEC. 15th
ANNUAL TOYS FOR TOTS DRIVE
The Annual Toys for Tots Drive Returns to Town Hall. Join Councilman Terence McSweeney and the U.S. Marine Corps in giving back this holiday season! Babylon Town Hall is located at 200 East Sunrise Highway, Lindenhurst. Residents are encouraged to drop off new, unwrapped toys, books, or games in the Town Hall Lobby Monday through Friday between 9:00 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. Your donation will help make the holidays brighter for children in need throughout our community. For more information, please call 631-9573081.
THURSDAY, DEC. 18th
6:00PM-7:45PM
WINTER GREENERY WORKSHOP
At the Wantagh Public Library, 3285 Park Avenue in Wantagh. A winter greenery workshop to celebrate the season! RSVP to PaumanackeGC@ gmail.com to receive details and to register. Lite refreshments will be served after the workshop.
SATURDAY, DEC. 20th
6:00PM-10:30PM
BRUMIDI’S CHRISTMAS PARTY at Sons & Daughters of Italy, 2075 Deer Park Ave. in Deer Park. For more information and reservations, please call Linda at 516-356-0949, www. sonsofitalyli.com
SUPREME COURT - COUNTY OF SUFFOLK - BABYLON
CITIMORTGAGE, INC., Plaintiff -against- CHRISTOPHER CROPSEY; ROSEMARIE WALSH A/K/A ROSEMARIE CROPSEY; LORRAINE CROPSEY, et al Defendant(s).
Pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered herein and dated January 17, 2019, I, the undersigned Referee will sell at public auction on the front steps of the Babylon Town Hall, 200 East Sunrise Highway, North Lindenhurst, NY on January 8, 2026 at 10:00 a.m. premises situate, lying and being in the Town of Babylon, County of Suffolk and State of New York, bounded and described as follows: BEGINNING at a point on the Northerly side of Harding Avenue, distant 200.00 feet Easterly from the corner formed by the intersection of the Easterly side of Shore Road and the Northerly side of Harding Avenue; being a plot 100 feet by 75.00 feet by 100.00 feet by 75.00 feet. District: 0100 Section: 227.00 Block: 01.00 Lot: 109.000
Said premises known as 41 HARDING AVENUE, LINDENHURST, NY 11757
Approximate amount of lien $280,910.44 plus interest & costs.
Premises will be sold subject to provisions of filed Judgment and Terms of Sale.
If the sale is set aside for any reason, the Purchaser at the sale shall be entitled only to a return of the deposit paid. The Purchaser shall have no further recourse against the Mortgagor, the Mortgagee or the Mortgagee’s attorney.
Index Number 613864/2017.
FRANK SCALERA, ESQ., Referee
David A. Gallo & Associates LLP
Attorney(s) for Plaintiff
47 Hillside Avenue, 2nd Floor, Manhasset, NY 11030
File# 7777.213
LIND N & S - 1563 - 12/10, 12/17, 12/24 & 12/31/25
VILLAGE OF LINDENHURST NOTICE OF ADOPTION
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN
that the Lindenhurst Village Board by resolution dated December 2, 2025 adopted the following Local Law amending the Code of the Village of Lindenhurst as follows:
Local Law #7-2025
Chapter 171 Taxation
Article IX Tax Levy Excess Authority
A local law authorizing a property tax levy in excess of the limit established in General Municipal Law § 3-c
Article IX - Tax Levy Excess Authority
§171-46 Legislative Intent
It is the intent of this local law to allow the Village of Lindenhurst to adopt a budget for the fiscal year commencing March 1, 2026 that may require a real property tax levy in excess of the “tax levy limit” as defined by General Municipal Law § 3-c.
§171-47 Authority
This local law is adopted pursuant to subdivision 5 of General Municipal Law § 3-c, which expressly authorizes a local government’s governing body to override the property tax cap for the coming fiscal year by the adoption of a local law approved by a vote of sixty percent (60%) of said governing body.
§171-48 Tax Levy Limit Override
The Board of Trustees of the Village of Lindenhurst, County of Suffolk, is hereby authorized to adopt a budget for the fiscal year commencing March 1, 2026 that requires a real property tax levy in excess of the amount otherwise prescribed in General Municipal Law § 3-c.
§171-49 Severability
If a court determines that any clause, sentence, paragraph, subdivision, or part of this local law or the application thereof to any person, firm or corporation, or circumstance is invalid or unconstitutional, the court’s order or judgment shall not affect, impair, or invalidate the remainder of this local law, but shall be confined in its operation to the clause, sentence, paragraph, subdivision, or part of this local law or in its application to the person, individual, firm or corporation or
circumstance, directly involved in the controversy in which such judgment or order shall be rendered.
Validity.
If any section, sentence, clause, or phrase of this law is held to be invalid or unconstitutional by any court of competent jurisdiction, then said holding shall in no way affect the validity of the remaining portions of this law.
Effective Date.
This law shall become effective upon filing in the office of the Secretary of State.
Dated: December 2, 2025
Lindenhurst, NY 11757
Inc. Village of Lindenhurst Kathleen Schrader Village Clerk
LV N & S - 821 - 12/10/25
INCORPORATED VILLAGE OF LINDENHURST
NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING
VILLAGE OF LINDENHURST
NOTICE is herby given that a public hearing will be held on the tentative budget of the Inc. Village of Lindenhurst for the 2026-2027 fiscal year at the Village Hall, 430 South Wellwood Avenue, Lindenhurst, New York on Tuesday, January 6, 2026 at 7:30 PM.
All interested persons will be given an opportunity to be heard at that time.
A copy of the tentative budget will be available at the Office of the Village Clerk at Village Hall starting Monday, December 22, 2025, where it may be inspected by any interested person between the hours of 8:00 AM to 3:30 PM weekdays, except holidays.
The annual salary for each member of the Board of Trustee is:
Mayor $18,000/year and each Trustee (4) $12,000/year. The Deputy Mayor shall receive a stipend of $500/year.
Dated: December 3, 2025
Inc. Village of Lindenhurst Kathleen Schrader
Village Clerk
LV N & S - 822 - 12/10/25
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VILLAGE OF LINDENHURST NOTICE OF ADOPTION
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the Lindenhurst Village Board by resolution dated December 2, 2025 adopted the following Local Law amending the Code of the Village of Lindenhurst as follows:
LOCAL LAW #6-2025
Chapter 185, Vehicles and Traffic
BE IT ENACTED by the Board of Trustees of the Incorporated Village of Lindenhurst as follows: Chapter 185, Vehicles and Traffic,
§185-67. Schedule IX: Stop Intersections.
ADD:
Stop Sign on Direction of Travel At Intersection of Kent Avenue Both South 15th Street
North Broadway Both West John Street
South 15th Street Both Kent Avenue
West John Street Both North Broadway
§185-74. Schedule XVI: Parking Prohibited Certain Hours.
ADD:
Name of Street Side Hours/Days Location
Municipal Parking – 4:00 a.m. to 6:00 a.m./ Firehouse Lot Sun. through Sat./ *Except by Permit
Municipal Parking – S. 1st --- 4:00 a.m. to 6:00 a.m./ Street Lot – South Sun. through Sat./ *Except by Permit
AMEND AS FOLLOWS:
Name of Street Side Hours/Days Location
West Hoffman Avenue North 3:00 a.m. to 5:00 a.m./ From North 8th Sun. through Sat. Street to 200 238 feet west of New York Avenue
West Hoffman Avenue North 3:00 a.m. to 5:00 a.m./ From a point 350 Sun. through Sat. 288 feet east west of Albany New York Avenue to North Strongs Avenue
§ 185-77 Schedule XIX: Time Limit Parking.
ADD:
Name of Street Side Time Limit; Location Hours/Days
Municipal Parking – --- 2 hrs./9:00 a.m. Firehouse Lot to 6:00 p.m./Sun. through Sat./
South Wellwood Avenue East 2 hrs./9:00 a.m. From a point 190 feet to 5:00 p.m./Mon. south of East Gates through Fri. Avenue, south for 39 feet
South Wellwood Avenue West 15 min.; 9:00 a.m. 177 South Wellwood to 9:00./ Sun. Avenue through Sat.
Validity.
If any section, sentence, clause, or phrase of this law is held to be invalid or unconstitutional by any court of competent jurisdiction, then said holding shall in no way affect the validity of the remaining portions of this law.
Effective Date.
This law shall become effective upon filing in the office of the Secretary of State.
Dated: December 2, 2025 Lindenhurst, NY 11757
Inc. Village of Lindenhurst Kathleen Schrader Village Clerk
LV N & S - 820 - 12/10/25
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Baked Clams Oreganata
Fried Calamari
Mozzarella Sticks
Chicken Tenders
Zuppa di Cozze $68 $115
Calamari Arrabiati $77 $126
Mozzarella Caprese Platter
Antipasto Classico Platter small tray $66 large $112
(Genoa Salami, Prosciutto, Provolone, Artichoke Hearts, Homemade Mozzarella, Roasted Peppers, Kalamata Olives)
Gino’s Salad
$50 $87
Caesar Salad $55 $92
(Dressing on the Side)
Gorgonzola ............................. $64 ............. $105
Baby Spinach Salad .................. $54 ............. $105
Cold Antipasto Salad ................. $72 ............. $111
(Available Dressings: House Vinaigrette, Bleu Cheese, Balsamic Vinaigrette, Creamy Italian, Raspberry and Caesar)
Chopped extra $10 extra $15
Any Salad Topped with:
Grilled or Fried Shrimp extra $40 extra $60
Grilled or Fried Chicken extra $28 extra $42
Shredded Mozzarella extra $23 extra $28
Homemade Fresh Mozzarella extra $32 extra $37
Gorgonzola Cheese extra $25 extra $30
Baked Penne Sicilian.................
(w/Pan Fried Cubed Eggplant)
Baked Manicotti
Rigatoni alla Vodka
Fettuccine Alfredo ....................
with Grilled Shrimp ............
Penne E’ Gamberi ....................
Shrimp Scampi ........................
Shrimp Marinara or Fra Diavolo
Calamari or Mussels Marinara or Fra Diavolo
Linguine Con Vongole (Red or White)
Linguine DiMare (Red or White)
Lobster Filled Ravioli
Penne Fiorite
Pasta Primavera (Red or White)
Rigatoni Fiorentina
Rigatoni Gorgonzola ..................
Rigatoni Montanara
*Broccoli Rabe ....................... $64 ............. $110
*Escarole & Cannelini Beans ....... $54 .............. $90
*Baby Spinach ........................ $54 .............. $90
*Broccoli Spears ...................... $49 .............. $81
*Mixed Vegetables .................. $59 .............. $90
Fried Zucchini Sticks ................. $54
