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CORY MUSCARA M.D. is RETIRING
It is hard to fathom that 35 years have passed since this picture was published in this paper advertising the start of my medical practice in West Babylon in 1990.
It has been a wonderful journey and to all who have been my patients through these years I am deeply grateful for the privilege and pleasure it has been serving as your family physician. I will cherish our times together, your memory and how you filled my life. We shared, learned from each other, and made discoveries, and for me some of the big ones are: - that there is so, so much more we all have in common than what appears as differences on our surface; - that even this shall pass; - and of course the hard one… - that sedentary life style and too much sugar is not a good thing.
My best wishes to all of you, I will miss you, thank you, be well and stay positive.
Dr. Muscara
OUTDOOR living living A rundown
Decks are centerpieces of many backyard retreats, and these spaces can add value to properties. According to Remodeling magazine’s Cost vs. Value Report, the average return on investment (ROI) of a deck is between 60 and 70 percent, and some homeowners may recoup as much as 80 percent of their investment in a new deck.
Certain factors can affect how much value a deck adds, including the material from which the deck was made. Homeowners have different options in regard to materials when they are considering building a new deck.
Pressure-treated wood
Wood has been a staple building material for as long as trees have been hewn for construction. Pressure-treated wood is a popular decking option. The wood is chemically treated and put into a pressure chamber to reinforce it and delay deterioration. Pressure-treated wood decks are popular because they are cost-effective to build. Many homeowners also find the natural wood aesthetic to their liking in a backyard environment. While pressure-treated wood decks are among the first considerations, homeowners should realize that they require regular upkeep, such as sanding,
staining and sealing to maintain appearance and durability. Although treated for longevity, pressuretreated wood decks are not indestructible and may crack and warp, with eventual replacement after 15 years, according to Timber Tech.
Composite
Composite decking is made from a blend of wood fibers and plastic. Moisture Shield Composite Decking says the ratio of wood fibers to plastic
varies from manufacturer to manufacturer. Since it often is made from recycled materials, composite decking is considered an eco-friendly choice. This decking material is designed to be lowmaintenance and durable. Composite decking lasts longer than natural wood and does not require sanding, staining and sealing to stay in top form. It also resists rot and insect damage. These benefits come with a higher cost than wood, and the material also can get hot underfoot if the deck is a darker color.
PVC
PVC decking is an alternative to other types of deck materials. It is made entirely from plastic, setting it apart from composite, which has natural wood fibers in it.
Similar to composite, PVC comes with a higher initial cost than wood decks. But that can pay for itself over time since PVC is durable and essentially maintenance-free. Decks & Docks says PVC is a good material to use in water-prone areas. Some are designed to be slip-resistant and can mimic the look of real wood.
Homeowners have many choices when choosing deck materials, making it possible to find an ideal option that aligns with their lifestyles and budgets.
“RARE”
FOR SMALLER GATHERINGS! Feeds 12 people and includes the following:
INCLUDES THE FOLLOWING:
• Pino’s Famous Cheese & Parsley Sausage Ring
• USDA Prime Marinated London Broil
• 12 USDA Prime Sirloin Sliders
• 12 USDA GRADE A Chicken Skewers
An impressive 5 protein package with plenty of sides to choose from!
INCLUDES THE FOLLOWING:
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• USDA Prime Sirloin Steak Skewers
• Marinated Pino’s Famous Slow Cooked Marinated Baby Back Ribs
• Sugar Sweet Local Corn On The Cob
“WELL-DONE”
An impressive 6 protein package featuring filet mignon, shrimp kebabs & more!
INCLUDES THE FOLLOWING:
• Pino’s Famous Cheese & Parsley Sausage
• Pino’s Famous Slow Cooked Marinated Baby Back Ribs
• USDA Black Angus Filet Mignon Steaks
• Boar’s Head Hot Dogs, All Natural
CHOICE OF:
USDA Prime Sirloin Burgers or USDA Grade A Chicken Burgers
USDA Prime Sirloin Steak Skewers or All Natural Jumbo Shrimp Kebabs
CHOOSE THREE SIDES: PINO’S FAMOUS HOMEMADE
Moose Corner
Lindenhurst Moose Lodge 1421 883 South Broadway
Lindenhurst, NY 11757
The following is a listing of our upcoming events at Lindenhurst Moose Lodge JULY 2025 EVENTS
Sunday, 07/27/25
“Family BBQ & Car Show”:
To celebrate the 112th Birthday of “Mooseheart”, we will be holding a combination BBQ & Car Show, starting at
1:00 pm. Tickets are $25 for Adults, and $12 for Children 12 & under. Include with the ticket is Hamburgers, Cheeseburgers, Hot Dogs, Corn on the Cobb, Salads, and more. Additionally, it includes Soda, Wine or Domestic Tap Beer, while supplies last. Advance Tickets purchase is required, and can be purchased from our Social Quarters, or from Theresa Restivo (631) 2524203
The Lodge Membership Meetings are every 1st & 3rd Monday at 8:00pm. The WOTM Chapter Social Gathering is on the 1st Tuesday at 7:30pm and the Chapter Membership Meeting is every 3rd Tuesday at 7:30pm.
Our Main Hall is available for your Special events, Shower, Weddings, Birthdays, etc. Please contact Barbara Colasanto (631) 754-7477 or Theresa Restivo (631) 252-4203 for information.
All events are for members and qualified guests. Members must always present their membership card upon entering the building. All qualified guests and members without their membership card must sign the guest book. If you have any questions, or would like additional information, please contact the Lodge at (631) 226-4364, via email at Lodge1421@ gmail.com
OUTDOOR living
Variousthings come to mind when pondering outdoor entertaining. Outdoor living spaces run the gamut from expansive oases with a pool, hot tub and room to lounge to smaller areas with some seating that allows hosts and guests to enjoy some fresh air. One common theme in most outdoor living spaces, regardless of their size, is an area to cook, typically over an open flame.
Grilling is wildly popular. According to the grilling experts at Traeger, roughly 128 million households across the United States owned a grill in 2020. Grills are similarly popular in Canada, where a 2023 poll from Ipsos-Reid found that 78 percent of Canadians own a grill. Outdoor cooking is a staple of life in the U.S. and Canada, and this popular means to meal preparation can be made even more enjoyable with a few simple upgrades to an outdoor living space.
• Natural gas grill: Natural gas grills are designed to be connected with a home’s natural gas line. That can make it more convenient to grill, particularly for people who grill often and do not want to deal with charcoal and propane tanks that require routine trips to a grocery store or other retailer to resupply. With a natural gas grill, cooks can fire up the grill at any time just like they would when using a gas stove indoors.
• Refrigerator: Incorporating a refrigerator into an outdoor living space can make outdoor cooking more convenient. Depending on the size of the appliance, an outdoor refrigerator can store condiments and sauces, saving cooks the trouble of walking back and forth between indoor and outdoor living spaces to gather supplies for cooking. A slightly larger outdoor refrigerator also can be used to store the food that will be cooked on the grill, affording cooks more time to spend outdoors.
• Outdoor pantry: An outdoor living space that incorporates a pantry to store dishes and tools of the barbecuing trade, like spatulas and tongs, can make grill sessions easier for cooks. When planning a new outdoor living space, a pantry can be incorporated into the design. If augmenting an existing space, standalone pantries can provide similar functionality as built-in alternatives.
• Outdoor sink: All those utensils and cooking instruments will ultimately need to be washed. An outdoor sink ensures utensils and tools can be washed and dried outside, saving hosts the trouble of carrying items in at the end of the night only to return them to the outdoor pantry the following morning. An outdoor sink also makes it easier to rinse vegetables before cooking them over an open flame.
• Garden bar: Grilling can be a rewarding but lonely undertaking. Grills often are set away from outdoor dining tables so guests can comfortably converse and eat without being drowned out by the sizzle of the grill or overwhelmed by smoke that can come pouring out when opening the grill lid. A garden bar that’s adjacent to the grill can provide a gathering space for guests and ensure cooks aren’t spending the duration of a gettogether going it alone.
Outdoor cooking is wildly popular, and might prove even more so when incorporating various convenient features into an exterior living space.
EXOTIC WAREHOUSE
OUTDOOR living living
Outdoorliving spaces are wildly popular. A 2024 poll of more than 1,000 homeowners conducted by Thumbtack found that 29 percent of respondents intended to spend as much as $5,000 improving their outdoor spaces in the coming months.
There’s much to gain from upgrading outdoor living spaces. In addition to the improved functionality and additional usage residents get to enjoy when upgrading these spaces, such projects can help to improve resale value. In fact, a 2021 survey of real estate agents conducted by HomeLight found that a new patio provided an average return on investment of 109 percent.
There’s much to gain in both the short- and longterm when upgrading an outdoor living space. The following are a handful of must-have features to make such spaces an even better addition to a home’s existing layout and landscape.
• Multi-functionality: The home renovation experts at This Old House note versatility in an outdoor living space can set a stage for relaxation, entertaining and family activities. Outdoor living spaces tend to be most useful when they’re multifunctional, providing a space where residents can relax on weekend mornings and evenings throughout the week while also offering the potential to entertain crowds during
Families Anonymous Virtual Meetings
12-Step support group giving Hope & Strength to parents, family and friends concerned with a loved one’s destructive behavior caused by Alcohol, Drugs or Related Behavioral Problems is now meeting virtually until further notice. For further information e-mail or call: Donna526@aol.com or (631) 835.8788; Diane (631) 587.0966, www. FamiliesAnonymous.org
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Must-have features when outfitting an outdoor living space
backyard barbecue season. Homeowners can keep this in mind and prioritize multifunctionality when designing outdoor living spaces.
• Seamless connectivity with interior designs: Though outdoor living areas were long viewed as areas wholly separate from home interiors, that traditional outlook has changed in recent years. In a 2024 survey conducted by Fixr, 78 percent of industry experts noted a coherent indoor-outdoor design was the most popular outdoor living space trend that year. This design
choice suggests an outdoor living space is an extension of the home as opposed to a wholly separate area.
• Comfortable seating: The days of stackable plastic lawn chairs are largely a thing of the past. Modern outdoor living spaces offer comfortable, all-weather seating where residents and guests can gather to relax and engage in conversation. Accent tables to place drinks and other items is another nice touch that can add to the comfortfirst feel of an outdoor space. Modular furniture merits homeowners’ consideration, as such furnishings can be customized and rearranged for each gathering and might prove easier to store for homeowners who will be taking the seating in over the winter.
• Lighting: Of course, summer gatherings in outdoor living spaces have a tendency to continue past sundown. Proper lighting can ensure spaces are safely navigated when the sun goes down. Sufficient lighting also enhances the visual appeal of the space while facilitating conversation when natural light is no longer enough to illuminate a space.
There’s no shortage of ways to create an aweinspiring outdoor living space. Homeowners can start with some must-have features and then build on the spaces as they see fit.
SUMMER SAVINGS
OUTDOOR
Outdoor living spaces are a good investment
Outdoorliving
living spaces are a good investment for homeowners seeking to enjoy their home exteriors to the fullest, and that investment continues to pay dividends when homes are put on the market. According to Remodeling magazine’s Cost vs. Value report, a number of outdoor living upgrades provide a sizable return on investment (ROI) when homeowners put their properties up for sale. According to the report, a wood deck could recoup up to 82 percent of the original cost at resale, meaning a job that comes in around the national average price of $17,000 could net $14,000 at resale. An outdoor kitchen could prove an even better investment in terms of ROI, as Remodeling magazine indicates such a feature nets a return between 55 percent and 200 percent at resale depending on the location of the home and the materials used for the project.
OLPH Knight’s Food Drive
OUTDOOR living
What are the three Bs of pool care?
Poolowners know that having a backyard swimming pool requires an investment of time and money, but the rewards can be well worth it. A summer spent floating or diving into crystal blue water is refreshing and energizing when temperatures climb.
Maintaining a clean pool environment may seem like it is relatively straightforward, but there is some effort and expense that comes with achieving sparkling water. Pool owners can familiarize themselves with the three Bs of pool maintenance (which actually can be considered six Bs, but more on that below).
Pool chemistry at its most simple
Pool water has to meet certain criteria to be safe for swimming. The water should feature the correct pH, which is a scale ranging from 0 to 14 that measures how acidic or basic a substance is. A pH of 7 is neutral, while lower numbers are acidic and higher numbers are alkaline. The Better Health Channel and additional pool maintenance resources recommend maintaining pool water pH between 7.2 and 7.8. This slightly alkaline level ensures chlorine can effectively kill germs, and prevents irritation, cloudy water and scaling.
Next up is the sanitizer used to kill germs in the water and prevent algae and mildew growth. Chlorine and bromine are the most commonly used sanitizers. APEC Water says that chlorine should test at 1 to 3 parts per million (ppm) for pools and hot tubs to effectively disinfect pools. Higher levels may be needed to treat algae blooms.
Finally, pool owners should be concerned with total alkalinity. Total alkalinity is the water’s ability to buffer against pH fluctuations. Maintaining the right TA means you will not have to adjust pH too often.
Products needed
Many chemical products sold at pool stores are designed to maintain the right water balance, and they are highly effective at doing so. However, cost-conscious pool owners may be surprised to find they can use some common household items to adjust their water chemistry. This is where the three Bs come into play.
· Bleach: Sodium hypochlorite, better known as chlorine bleach, is an effective sanitizer. Unlike some other chlorine sources, bleach doesn’t add anything else to the water that can affect the chemistry or conditions, like calcium or stabilizer. Household bleach comes in different strengths. For those using it in pools, select non-scented, non-splashless varieties.
· Baking soda: Baking soda is sodium bicarbonate, and it can be used to adjust the water to achieve the correct total alkalinity. Trouble Free Pool advises a TA of around 80 ppm.
· Borax: Borax also is known as sodium borate, sodium tetraborate or disodium tetraborate. It is commonly used as a laundry booster and cleaning agent, but is very effective at raising the pH of pool water to an acceptable level. It is the same chemical found in commercial “pH Up” products.
The Knights of Columbus Council #794 held a food drive at King Kullen in Lindenhurst, collecting over 1,000 pounds of food for families in need. Volunteers spent the weekend encouraging shoppers to donate non-perishables in support of local pantries. The council thanked the community for its generosity and ongoing commitment to helping neighbors in need.
NYS Comptroller’s Report Shows Babylon IDA Driving Economic Growth And Job Creation
Babylon IDA Projects Deliver $1.8 Billion In Value And Over 6,000 New Jobs
The Babylon Industrial Development Agency (Babylon IDA) remains a significant driver of job creation and economic development, as highlighted in the latest Performance Report on Industrial Development Agencies released by New York State Comptroller Thomas P.
DiNapoli. The 2025 report, which reflects data from fiscal year 2023, indicates that the Babylon IDA managed 171 active projects with a total value of approximately $1.88 billion. These initiatives are anticipated to create 6,123 new jobs and contribute to a net gain of 6,093 full-time equivalent positions in the
Town of Babylon.
“This year’s report affirms the Babylon IDA’s commitment to generating real results--new jobs, stronger businesses, and a thriving tax base,” said Tom Dolan, CEO of the Babylon IDA. “We’re proud to see our strategic investments creating measurable and
lasting economic benefits for the Town of Babylon.”
The report reveals that projects supported by the Babylon IDA have increased
the number of full-time equivalent jobs from 7,674 before the agency’s involvement to 13,767 in 2023. This achievement
includes the retention of 5,093 jobs and the creation of thousands more. These
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RECIPE OF THE WEEK: Turn Your Grill Into A Pizza Maker - The Chicagoan
Makes a 12-inch pizza
1 russet potato, peeled and sliced about 1⁄4-inch thick
3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
1 teaspoon salt
1⁄2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
8 ounces top sirloin or strip steak
1⁄2 teaspoon salt
DIRECTIONS:
1. Preheat the oven to 400 F. Place the sliced potato in a large bowl and toss with two tablespoons olive oil, salt and pepper. Line a baking sheet with foil and spread the slices in a single layer. Bake for about 15 minutes, until the potato is golden and tender. While still hot, loosen the slices with a spatula so they don’t stick.
2. Prepare a grill for direct cooking over high heat. Season the steak liberally on both sides with the salt and pepper. Grill the steak over the hottest part of the fire for 4 minutes. Turn and grill for 4 minutes longer, until the steak is medium-rare and well charred. Remove and let sit for 5 minutes. Slice thinly.
3. Brush the grilled side of the pizza crust with the remaining one tablespoon olive oil and dust with the Parmesan. Sprinkle the mozzarella and cheddar on top. Drop spoonfuls of the chunky tomato sauce onto the pizza. Top with the potato, red onion and the steak.
4. Grill the pizza with indirect heat. If your grill is still hot, move coals to one side or turn off one burner and allow
Freshly ground black pepper
1 grilled pizza crust
1 tablespoon grated Parmesan
1 cup shredded mozzarella
1⁄2 cup shredded cheddar
1 cup chunky tomato sauce
1⁄2 cup thinly sliced red onions
1⁄4 cup sour cream
2 tablespoons minced fresh chives
the pizza to cook on the side without a direct flame. Grill the pizza for 5 to 8 minutes, or until the crust is crisp and brown. The bottom may have a few black spots from charring. Optional: Broil the cooked pizza in the oven for 1 to 2 minutes more to caramelize the top.
5. Before serving, drop teaspoons of the sour cream onto the pizza, and garnish with the fresh chives.
Grilling the crust
To grill a pizza crust for this recipe, roll out to a 12-inch circle and place on a cookie sheet. Adjust the grill to reach a temperature of 400 F.
Slide the dough onto the grill. The dough should take about 3 minutes to cook. Watch for bubbles. The crust will be soft at first and tear easily. To check doneness, lift the underside. It should be an even light brown with brown grill marks.
Pick up the crust using tongs and place it on your cookie sheet. Flip it over so the grilled side is face up. This browned side becomes the top of your pizza.
Construction site of The Wel in Lindenhurst
Alzheimer’s Foundation Of America Invites Long Islanders To The Grand Opening Of The New Barbara Rabinowitz Education & Resource Center In Amityville
The Alzheimer’s Foundation of America (AFA) will hold a grand opening ceremony for its new Long Island-based AFA Barbara Rabinowitz Education & Resource Center (149 Schleigel Boulevard, Amityville, NY 11701), on Thursday, July 24 at 11 am. Residents are invited to attend the ceremonial ribbon cutting and take tours of the center, which provides daily programming for Long Island families affected by Alzheimer’s and related dementias, free memory screenings for Long Islanders, and more. RSVP by contacting the center at 631-223-4000.
“Whether it’s free community programs, free memory screenings, and more, the AFA Barbara Rabinowitz Education & Resource Center is a new, valuable community-
based resource for Long Islanders,” said Charles J. Fuschillo, Jr., AFA’s President and CEO. “We invite Long Islanders to help us cut the ribbon on July 24 and see what the new center has to offer.”
Centrally located in Amityville, the 11,500 square foot, state-ofthe-art AFA Barbara Rabinowitz Education & Resource Center — the first of its kind on Long Island — is accessible to the nearly 3 million residents of Suffolk and Nassau Counties. The center offers free daily programming to Long Island families affected by Alzheimer’s disease and other dementia-related illnesses. Community programs include music; creative arts; movement and motion; and brain games. The center also offers free, confidential memory screenings to
Long Islanders of all ages, with no minimum age or insurance prerequisites. Additional information about upcoming programs is available at afalongisland.org.
Residents interested
in attending the July 24 ribbon cutting can RSVP by contacting the AFA Barbara Rabinowitz
Education & Resource Center at 631-223-4000.
JULY HAPPENINGS
FRIDAY, JULY 18th
7:00AM-Community Ride registration
9:00AM-Opening Ceremony + Community Ride Begins COMMUNITY SOLDIER RIDE - BABYLON
MAKE A SUBMISSION!
Events must be submitted at least two weeks prior to the event date and will run free of charge on a space available basis. For more info, call 631.226.2636 x275 or send events to editorial@longislandmediagroup.com
Wantaghmuseum@gmail.com (Matt)
6:30PM-10:30PM HAWAIIAN LUAU
The 18th annual event will be dedicated in memory and in honor of Chief John “Jack” Miller for his tireless contributions to the Babylon Soldier Ride for nearly two decades. In addition to Jack fundraising for the Wounded Warrior Project, he was a vital team member in Babylon. Join us for this unique 25-mile cycling event. Ride alongside the brave men and women who served our country in support of their journey to recovery. Show warriors they are never alone. Register at soldierrise.org/babylon. Start Location: Babylon Town Hall, 200 East Sunrise Hwy. Lindenhurst. For more information, please visit https://communityfundraising. woundedwarriorproject.org/ pages/1020?eventID=654
SATURDAY, JULY 19th
10:00AM-4:00PM ANTIQUE CAR SHOW
Wantagh Preservation Society's 4th Annual Antique Car Show.(Rain date Sunday July 20th) Wantagh Preservation Society Museum, 1700 Wantagh Ave., Wantagh. Cars from 1960's & older. Entrance fee $1. Refreshments for sale, 50/50 raffle, music! Go inside Wantagh's 1885 Train Station, Wantagh's 1907 Post office & get your free ticket to board the 1912 Jamaica Parlor car, (Parlor car open from 12 - 2pm). email-
Grab your grass skirt & Hawaiian shirt. Brumidi Lodge, Deer Park is hosting a HAWAIIAN LUAU. Hawaiian Style Buffet Dinner, Slushies & soda included, Tiki Bar, Brumidi’s Famous Hawaiian Entertainment DJ Gene & Joanne Spinning in the Music Hut. Raffles & Much More Summer Fun For tickets and more information, please call Anita 631-422-6914. Sons & Daughters of Italy in America 2075 Deer Park Ave., Deer Park.
SUNDAY, JULY 20th
11:00AM-4:00PM
SPIRIT OF SUMMER ART FESTIVAL
Spirit of Huntington Art Center, 2 Melville Rd. N. Huntington Station. A day of celebrating inclusion and diversity in the arts, hand-made goods, community, food trucks, raffles, games, music performances, fun crafts and activities for the whole family! Hosted by the Spirit of Huntington, a non-profit community art center that teaches creative expression classes to all ages and all abilities. Connected with over 500 participants and dozens of local organizations across Long Island. For more information, please call 631-470-9620
MONDAY, JULY 21st
9:00AM-12:00PM
VACATION BIBLE SCHOOL
Saint John’s Evangelical Lutheran Church, 36 E. John Street in
Lindenhurst. July 21st through July 25th. Bible lessons, Music, Games, Crafts, Snacks, and more! FREE!! Grades K-6th. Register at https:// saintjohnsvbs.myanswers.com
SATURDAY, JULY 26th
10:00AM-4:00PM
BLOOD DRIVE AT EAST GATE CHURCH
New York Blood Center Blood Drive at East Gate Church, 1150 Hicksville Road in North Massapequa, during the "Christmas in July" Family Fair. For more information, please call 516-731-3553
6:30PM
NIGHT AT THE RACES
Will be held at Wade-Burns VFW 7279, 560 N. Delaware Avenue, Lindenhurst, Doors open 6:30 p.m. Admission $1. For more information, please call 631-888-9854
SUNDAY, JULY 27th
11:00AM-12:30PM
CARING FOR WILDLIFE PROGRAM AND WALK
At Sweetbriar Nature Center, 62 Eckernkamp Drive in Smithtown, they offer wildlife rehabilitation at their nature center and take care of injured, sick, and orphaned animals. In this presentation participants will meet some of the resident nonreleasable animals, find out their stories, and learn what you can do to help wildlife in our area. If you’re interested in becoming a rehabber this a good first step. For more information, please call 631-979-6344
PLANNING BOARD OF THE INCORPORATED VILLAGE OF LINDENHURST
Pursuant to the provisions of Article 7 of the Village Law of the State of New York notice is hereby given a public hearing will be held before the Planning Board of the Village of Lindenhurst on Thursday, July 17, 2025 @ 7:00 p.m. located at: Lindenhurst Village Hall, 430 South Wellwood Avenue, Lindenhurst, NY to hear the following from the Building Department:
1. Site Plan: #5-2025
Application of Dom Windows & Doors, 158 Bangor Street, Lindenhurst NY 11757, regarding a site plan review for a 60’X60’ Storage Garage. Property located at 158 Bangor Street, Lindenhurst NY 11757 and zoned “Industrial” SCTM#: 103-009-001-036
2. Site Plan: #6-2025 Application of 119 New York Corporation, 689 Locust Avenue, Bohemia NY 11716, regarding a site plan review for outdoor storage of repossessed vehicles and installation of drywell and paving of lot. Property located at 119 New York Avenue, Lindenhurst NY 11757 and zoned “Industrial” SCTM#: 103-009-001-079.1
3. Site Plan: #7-2025
Application of Babylon Citizens Council on the Arts, 47 West Main Street, Babylon NY 11702, regarding a site plan review for a proposed 25’ X 30’ rear addition with interior alterations. Property located at 149 North Wellwood Avenue, Lindenhurst NY 11757 and zoned “Business” SCTM#: 103010-001-064
4. Site Plan: #8-2025
Application of Wellwood Equities LLC, 5 Mansion Drive, Old Westbury NY 11568, regarding a site plan review for a proposed renovation to existing retail one story building with interior alterations and new facade. Property located at 271-279 South Wellwood Avenue, Lindenhurst NY 11757 and zoned “Business” SCTM#: 103-014-002-111
All cases will be heard in which they are advertised, to be followed by rescheduled cases.
By order of the Planning Board
Chairman John Liebl
INCORPORATED VILLAGE OF LINDENHURST
ZONING BOARD OF APPEALS
Pursuant to the provisions of the Building Zone Ordinance of the Village of Lindenhurst, Inc. and Section 7-712 of the Village Law of the State of New York, notice is hereby given that the Board of Appeals will hold a Public Hearing at the Municipal Building, 430 South Wellwood Avenue, Lindenhurst, New York @ 7:00 p.m.: July 23, 2025, 2025 to hear the following:
1. Application of Kellie Cattanach - 25 Mound Street, Lindenhurst, New York 11757 for permission to expand the accessory structure’s square footage from the required 600 sq. ft. to (680 sq. ft.) in connection with the demolition of existing garage, construction of a new 20’ x 26’ detached garage and legally maintain 10’ x 16’ shed and front and rear decks. Property located at the above address and zoned Residential C. SCTM#:103-24-2-94
2. Application of Guillero Duque - 411 South 1st Street, Lindenhurst, New York 11757 for permission to reduce the minimum side yard from the required 10’ to (7.1’); to reduce the minimum front yard from the required 25’ to (5.5’); to increase the lot occupancy from the limit of 20% to (31.43%) in connection with maintaining a front portico. Property located at the above address and zoned Residential A. SCTM#:103-19-1-41
3. Application of Toni Marie Favichia - 293 Concord Ave, Lindenhurst, New York 11757 for permission to reduce the minimum rear yard from the required 25’ to (2.4’); to reduce the accessory structure’s minimum rear yard from the required 5’ to (4.0’) in connection with maintaining a rear awning and a shed. Property located at the above address and zoned Residential B. SCTM#:103-17-2-74
4. Application of Joseph Woods - 526 Beacon Ave, Lindenhurst, New York 11757 for permission to have a 6’ fence forward of the house in connection with the installation of a 6’ privacy fence. Property located at the above address and zoned Residential B. SCTM#:103-194-48
5. Application of Christopher Pukki - 101 Indiana Ave, Lindenhurst, New York
11757 for permission to expand the driveway width from the limit of 22’ to (32.’); to reduce the front yard greenery from the minimum required 70% to 63.5%) in connection with the installation of a asphalt driveway with paver boarder and a walkway. Property located at the above address and zoned Residential B. SCTM#:103-12-3-14
6. Application of Tiffany Gentle - 498 South 1st Street, Lindenhurst, New York 11757 for permission to increase the lot occupancy from the limit of 20% to (23.36%); to reduce the accessory structure’s minimum front yard from the required 45’ to (13.6’); to reduce the accessory structure’s minimum side yard from the required 5’ to (2.8’); swimming pool is not permitted in a front yard in connection with the installation a 16’ x 32’ in-ground swimming pool and maintain a shed. Property located at the above address and zoned Residential A. SCTM#:103-19-1-61.4
7. Application of Aziz Dursan - 361 Kansas Street, Lindenhurst, New York 11757 for permission to reduce the minimum side yard from the required 10’ to (5.0’) in connection with maintaining a front roof over, rear bay window, 1st floor bathroom and a retractable awning. Property located at the above address and zoned Residential B. SCTM#:103-16-4-10
8. Application of Jennifer Gottlieb - 402 South 1st Street, Lindenhurst, New York 11757 for permission to reduce the minimum front yard from the required 25’ to (5.03’) in connection with maintaining a front portico, partial finished basement for storage only and a hot tub. Property located at the above address and zoned Residential A. SCTM#:103-191-44
9. Application of Stephanie Mangano - 372 North Delaware Avenue, Lindenhurst, New York 11757 for permission to expand the height from the limit of 26’ to (28.91’) reduce the street frontage from the required 100’ to (50.08’) to reduce the aggregate side yard from the minimum required 25’ to (20.84’); to reduce the minimum side yard from the required 10’ (5.84’) in connection with construction of a new 2 story one family dwelling with side stairs and a full basement. Property located at 362 North Delaware Ave, Lindenhurst, NY, 11757 and zoned Residential B. SCTM#:103-7-3-65
11. Application of Richard Schneeberg - 852 South Walnut Street, Lindenhurst, New York 11757 for permission to reduce the minimum front yard from the required 25’ to (0.0’); to reduce the minimum rear yard from the required 20’ to (0.0’)’ to increase the lot occupancy from the limit of 20% to (49.54%) in connection with maintaining 2 rear decks, (one at 864 South Walnut Street and one at 854 South Walnut Street) installation of a front door at 864 So. Walnut Street and a front deck balcony with no stairs and a bow window at 864 Sout Walnut Street. Property located at 852-858-864 South Walnut Street, Lindenhurst, NY, 11757 and zoned Residential C. SCTM#:103-23-3-76
12. Application of Babylon Citizens Council of the Arts - 47 West Main Street, Suite A, Babylon, NY, 11702 for permission to reduce the minimum side yard from the required 14’ to (0.0’); to increase the lot occupancy from the limit of 50% to (71.12%); to reduce the off street parking from the minimum required 29 spaces to (0) in connection with construction of a 25’ x 30’ rear addition and interior alterations. Property located at 149 North Wellwood Ave, Lindenhurst, NY, 11757 and zoned Business. SCTM#:10310-1-64
13. Application of 119 New York Corp. - 689 Locust Avenue, Bohemia, NY, 11716 for permission to allow the use for storage of repossessed vehicles which is not a permitted use in connection with outdoor storage and the installation of drywell and paving of lot. Property located at 119 New York Ave, Lindenhurst, NY, 11757 and zoned Industrial. SCTM#:1039-1-79.1
14. Application of Sunrise MPH Supply l - 99 Inlet Drive, Lindenhurst, New York 11757 for special permission to allow Restuarant use and Cabaret. Property located at 105 Sunrise Highway, Lindenhurst, NY, 11757 and zoned Industrial. SCTM#:103-1-2-11
15. Application of 65 Hoffman, Inc - 32 Jefferson Ave, Deer Park, NY, 11729 for special permission to allow the change of use to a Mechanic Shop. Property located at 65 West Hoffman Ave, Lindenhurst, NY, 11757 and zoned Business.
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person, by an agent, or by an attorney. A person wishing to appear at the hearing may do so. Communication in writing in relation thereto may be filed with the board before or at the hearing.
All cases will be heard in which they are advertised, to be followed by rescheduled cases.
By order of the Board of Appeals
Philip Renna, Chairman
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FAMILY REVIEW BOARD OF THE INCORPORATED VILLAGE OF LINDENHURST
Pursuant to the provisions of Articles XXX of the Building Zone Ordinance of the Village of Lindenhurst, Inc. notice is hereby given that the Two Family Review Board will hold a public hearing at the Municipal Building, 430 South Wellwood Avenue, Lindenhurst, NY on Thursday, July 24, 2025 at 7:00 PM to consider the following:
THE FOLLOWING APPLICANT(S) ARE SEEKING TO RENEW THEIR TWO FAMILY PERMIT:
1. Beata Tercjak, 441 South 16th Street
2. Thad & Christine Smith, 133 North 10th Street
3. Sal & Mary Gigante, 681 North Alleghany Avenue
4. Salvatore Colletta, 836 Beach Street
5. Tomasz & Joanna Orzelowski, 307 36th Street
6. Liliya Bulycheva, 205 East John Street
7. Feti Cerimi, 656 North Richmond Avenue
8. Frank & Jacqueline Bosak, 836 South 4th Street
9. Catherine Patterson, 371 North Erie Avenue
THE FOLLOWING APPLICANT(S) ARE SEEKING TO APPLY FOR THE TWO FAMILY PERMIT:
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12. Application of Constantinos Mavrommatis, 260 38th Street, Lindenhurst, NY 11757 for permission to use the dwelling as a two family dwelling for a temporary period. Property located at the above address and zoned “B residence” SCTM#: 103-001-005-105
13. Application of Quinell Baker, 293 North Broome Avenue, Lindenhurst, NY 11757 for permission to use the dwelling as a two family dwelling for a temporary period. Property located at the above address and zoned “B residence” SCTM#: 103-011001-091
THE FOLLOWING APPLICANT(S) HAVE BEEN RESCHEDULED FROM THE JUNE 26, 2025 PUBLIC HEARING AS NEITHER APPLICANTS NOR A REPRESENTATIVE APPEARED:
1. Edward Robinson, 135 North Broadway
2. Philip Cassidy, 590 North Greene Avenue
3. Helen Lamneck, 100 East Gates Avenue
4. Robert Anderson, 277 South 11th Street
5. Application of Sadatu Salami-Oyakhilome, 258 Grand Avenue, Lindenhurst, NY 11757 for permission to use the dwelling as a two family dwelling for a temporary period. Property located at the above address and zoned “B residence” SCTM#: 103-012002-014.2
Upon the hearing, the applicant must appear in person or by agent or by attorney. Persons wishing to appear at the hearing may do so. Communications in writing in relation there to may be filed with the board before or at the meeting.
HOWIE BOYNTON, CHAIRMAN
LV N & S - 797 - 7/16 & 7/23/25
10. Application of Fauzdeen Ibrahim - 249 South 1st Street, Lindenhurst, New York 11757 for permission to allow a fence to not have the smooth or finished side facing outside of the property in connection with maintaining a stockade fence and rear roof over door. Property located at the above address and zoned Residential A. SCTM#:103-14-2-79
16. Application of Veterans Building Association of Lindenhurst - 560 North Delaware Avenue, Lindenhurst, New York 11757 for permission to allow a ground sign less than the minimum setback of 20’ from any lot line to (7.0’) in connection with the installation of a double sided “VFW Sign”. Property located at the above address and zoned Residential B. SCTM#:103-3-3-60.1
Upon the hearing, the applicant must appear in
10. Application of Joseph & Dilcia Riceputo, 540 North Clinton Avenue, Lindenhurst, NY 11757 for permission to use the dwelling as a two family dwelling for a temporary period. Property located at the above address and zoned “B residence” SCTM#: 103-003003-047
11. Application of Ruben Reyes, 590 North Indiana Avenue, Lindenhurst, NY 11757 for permission to use the dwelling as a two family dwelling for a temporary period. Property located at the above address and zoned “B residence” SCTM#: 103-003-
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Visual Citi Awards Scholarships To Two Outstanding High School Graduates For Leadership, Service And Innovation
Visual Citi, a full-service signage, printing and fabrication company based in Lindenhurst, is proud to award two exceptional high school graduates with a $1,000 scholarship in recognition of their remarkable achievements in academics, leadership, community service and innovation.
As the second annual scholarship program this is part of Visual Citi’s ongoing community initiative, underscoring Visual Citi’s commitment to fostering creativity and supporting the development of young local talent. Through this program, Visual Citi aims to inspire the next generation of architects, artists, designers, innovators and creative leaders by providing them with the resources and support they need to succeed while making a lasting impact on their community.
Frank Farrugia, a graduating senior from Lindenhurst High School, has been selected for his outstanding leadership and resilience. Frank is the President of the Class Council of 2025 and Vice President of both the Student Council and Lindenhurst Community Cares Club. He serves as Public Relations Coordinator for the National Honor Society, managing social media and photography, and is involved in numerous school clubs including the Italian Club, Peer Leadership, Yearbook Club, International Club, Mock Trial, and the Principal’s Leadership Council.
A three-sport Varsity athlete in volleyball, track, and lacrosse, Frank also discovered a deep passion for architecture — a field inspired by his late father who encouraged him to pursue it before passing
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“Frank’s story is one of strength, purpose, and promise,” said Abbas Devji, President of Visual Citi. “He embodies everything this scholarship represents — perseverance, leadership, and a commitment to bettering the world around him. We wish him the best as he pursues his studies in architecture.”
Matthew Lottman, a graduating senior of West Babylon High School, is another deserving recipient of the Visual Citi scholarship. Deeply involved in Robotics Club, the National Honor Society,
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Inspired by his mother’s struggle with diabetes, he is determined to invent a pump that uses both glucose and insulin to regulate levels for patients, and design more affordable and effective medical devices that improve lives. Through scouting, Matt has helped coordinate events raising
funds for breast cancer and other causes and completed numerous service projects, including building garden beds for churches to grow food for those in need and constructing a gazebo at St. Paul’s Reformed Church in North Babylon for his Eagle Scout project.
Matthew is the Youth Lead for the Order of the Arrow in Suffolk County, the Boy Scouts’ national honor society, and they organize cleanups, hiking events, and fundraisers to support those
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“Matthew’s passion for engineering, driven by love for his family and a heart for service, is inspiring,” said Arif Devji, Vice President of Visual Citi. “His vision for a better future aligns perfectly with the values we hold at Visual Citi.”
Visual Citi congratulates both recipients and looks forward to seeing the positive impact Frank and Matthew will make in their communities and beyond.
Samantha Smith, Director of Project Management, congratulates Lindenhurst High School graduating senior Frank Farrugia after presenting him with the Visual Citi scholarship and giving him a tour of Visual Citi’s state-of-the-art facility in Lindenhurst.
Samantha Smith, Director of Project Management, presents scholarship from Visual Citi to West Babylon High School graduating senior Matthew Lottman. Matthew will be attending Farmingdale State College and plans to study Mechanical Engineering. They are joined here by Principal Stephen O’Leary and Susan Hickey, Matthew’s Guidance Counselor.
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