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Maintaining A Lawn Routinely Roamed By Pets HOME & GARDEN

Vibrant, green lawns can draw attention to any landscape. Many homeowners toil for hours each week to ensure their lawns are pristine or invest in lawn care services to help maintain a yard if they do not have the time to do so themselves. While many treatments can be applied to lawns to help them thrive, animal waste is not among them. Pet owners who aspire to have beautiful lawns have to take a few extra steps to ensure lawns can persevere despite the presence of furry companions.

Reseed with a damage-resistant grass

There are many different types of grass, and some are more resilient than others. Tall fescue, Kentucky bluegrass, perennial ryegrass, and Bermuda grass are just

some of the grass varieties that can capably handle pet traffic. If replacing the entire lawn is not possible, consider reseeding or addressing the areas that pets frequent.

Strengthen the root system

It may be tempting to cut the lawn short, particularly if dogs or cats like to nibble on long blades of grass, but that approach could be doing the lawn a disservice. According to The Home Depot, letting the lawn grow to at least three inches will keep moisture in the soil and prevent evaporation. That moisture will strengthen the roots, creating a healthier lawn.

Create pet paths

Various materials can be used in these high-

traffic areas to minimize the sights and signs of pet traffic. Mulch or crushed stone can establish these pet highways and look like intended features.

Set boundaries

Pet urine contains high levels of nitrogen, which can burn grass and turn it brown. It’s not possible to water down urine or pick up solid waste immediately every time a pet goes outdoors, so designate a pet-friendly spot for potty time. Use fencing or a dog run to separate this area and help mitigate “land mines” all over the lawn. Fencing also can keep pets out of vegetable gardens and away from potentially toxic plants.

Avoid chemical lawn treatments

When pets use the yard

and rest on the lawn, you’ll need to eliminate products that can be harmful to them. Choose all-natural fertilizers and weed and pest preventatives.

Look for alternatives

If maintaining a lawn with pets seems like an

uphill battle, consider swapping out your landscape with a variety of materials. Scale back on grass, and incorporate groundcover, hardscape materials like pea gravel, or extend the patio. Artificial turf also is an option, as it won’t brown

and wither. Some turf products can even be quickly and thoroughly cleaned with water.

It takes trial and error for pet parents to protect their lawns from the effects of having furry friends playing in the yard.

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Did You Know?

Home renovations can improve a home in many different ways. Modifications to kitchens and bathrooms have long been popular projects, but are they the most popular renovations? According to data from Realm, which analyzed the top 10 most popular projects from roughly 2.8 million listings and permit filings in the United States, certain projects are

more popular than others. Nationally, the most common home renovations include interior painting, exterior painting, finishing a basement, installing or replacing windows, and bathroom remodeling. Houzz polls have unveiled that renovating kitchens and bathrooms, new windows and porches, balcony and deck projects are among the most popular.

Pilot Traffic Changes On Catskill Avenue

The Village of Lindenhurst will be holding the fourth public meeting regarding the pilot traffic program implemented on Catskill Avenue. The purpose of this meeting will be to discuss current conditions and proposed changes for traffic in the area. There will be a brief

presentation outlining the proposed changes and next steps.

Fourth Public Meeting

Regarding Catskill Avenue Pilot Program April 23, 2024 at 7:00 PM – Doors Open at 6:30 PM

Rainbow Room (located at the Rainbow Center) 293 Buffalo Avenue

Questions and comments from the public will be heard following the presentation.

If you would like to submit comments in advance, please send an email to info@ villageoflindenhurstny. gov.

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A 90-Day Blueprint For Home Buyers And Sellers: Navigating The Spring To Summer Market

By JoAnn Cilla

The summer months in 2024 are expected to have increased activity in the residential real estate market. It may seem like everyone is waiting on the sidelines for interest rates to come down, which should happen this year, but don’t be fooled by what you see: people are getting ready to strike when the floodgates open.

Buyers have told me that they are eager to settle into new homes before the new school year, and sellers who missed the market in 20202022, want to capitalize on the increased demand. If you’re thinking about buying or selling a home during this peak season, a strategic 90-day plan can significantly help put you into the best position.

Here’s what you can do in April, May, and June to be one of the first buyers or sellers this summer.

For Sellers: Maximize Your Home’s Appeal Days 1-30: Prep and Repair (April/May)

Begin by decluttering and depersonalizing each room to make your home

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Renovations That Help Sell Homes

The adage “there’s a lid for every pot” suggests that, even in relation to the real estate market, there’s bound to be a buyer for every home on the market.

Price is a significant variable in the minds of potential buyers, but there are additional factors that can affect the impression people get of a given home. Certain home features can tip the scales in favor of sellers. In fact, various renovations can help sell homes more readily. And these renovations need not cost a fortune. Putting a home on the market can be stressful, but these renovations may help it sell fast.

• A fresh coat of paint: Although painting is relatively inexpensive and a job that some doit-yourselfers can tackle, it’s not a task relished by many. Painting is messy, it takes time, and requires moving furniture. In fact, prepping a room for painting often is the toughest component of any painting job. But fresh coats of paint can create a strong first impression. Choose a neutral color and get painting. Jennie Norris, chairwoman for the International Association of Home Staging Professionals, says gray is a “safe” color that has been trending in recent years.

• Minor bathroom remodel: Remove dated wall coverings, replace fixtures, consider reglazing or replacing an old tub, and swap old shower doors for fast fixes in a bathroom. If there’s more room in the budget, replacing a tub, tile surround, floor, toilet, sink, vanity, and fixtures can cost roughly $10,500, says HGTV. You’ll recoup

an average of $10,700 at resale, making a minor bathroom remodel a potentially worthy investment.

• Redone kitchen: The kitchen tends to be the hub of a home. This room gets the most usage and attention of any space, and it’s a great place to focus your remodeling attention. The National Association of the Remodeling Industry estimates that homeowners can recover up to 52 percent of the cost of a kitchen upgrade upon selling a home. Buyers want a functional and updated kitchen. Trending features include drawer-style microwaves and dishwashers, commercial ranges, hidden outlets, and even wine refrigerators.

• Updated heating and cooling system: Better Homes and Gardens reports that homeowners may be able to recoup 85 percent of the cost of new HVAC systems when they

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• Fresh landscaping: A home’s exterior is the first thing buyers will see. If they pull up to a home with eyecatching landscaping and outdoor areas that are attractive yet functional, they’re more likely to be intrigued. Often buyers will equate a home that features an impressive exterior with upkeep inside as well. The American Nursery Landscape Association says the average homeowner may spend $3,500 for landscaping.

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April Happenings

THURSDAY, APRIL 11

7:00PM

HISTORY OF THE FIRE ISLAND LIGHTHOUSE

The Seaford Historical Society will host Angela Reich from the Fire Island Lighthouse Preservation Society. Her presentation will be about the history of the Lighthouse and it's historic rescues. Her book, "Shipwreck of Hopes", will be for sale that evening (cash only). Held at 3890 Waverly Ave in Seaford. Refreshments, raffles. $5 for nonmembers, free to members. For more info email mapfannon@verizon.net.

FRIDAY, APRIL 12

10:00AM-1:00PM

WHITE ELEPHANT AND BAG SALE

The Simpson United Methodist Church in Amityville is having a thrift shop sale. Pack a bag of clothes for $5 or buy some thrift shop treasures. New and used items are available for sale. Located at 30 Locust Avenue, Amityville. Call Mary for more information at 516-991-8098. Donations are accepted.

SATURDAY, APRIL 13

6:30PM

RADIO BINGO

The St. Rose of Lima Outreach in Massapequa is having a fun fundraiser. The event will take place in the school's all-purpose room. Admisson is $35 per person (over 21 please) and includes bingo, and refreshments. Tickets for raffle baskets and other prizes will be available for purchase. For more information call 516-798-6237.

7:00PM

SUPERMARKET WINGO AND CHINESE AUCTION

The Grace United Methodist Church is hosting a Supermarket WINGO and Chinese Auction. Doors open at 6PM. Admission is $10. For more information call 631-226-8690.

SUNDAY, APRIL 14

8:00AM-10:00AM

FLAPJACK FUNDRAISER

Support the West Islip Boy Scout Troop 95 for a Flapjack Fundraiser at Applebee's in East Islip. Tickets are $15 for adults, and $6 for children under 10. Tickets available at the door. For more information call 631-379-0577 or email mommymastro5@gmail.com. If you are unable to attend, donations are accepted by Venmo at @troop-95.

10:00AM-4:30PM ALL KIDS FAIR

This year’s All Kids Fair will be held at Samanea New York Mall, formerly The Source Mall, at 1504 Old Country Road in Westbury. There will be various activities and for children such as face painting, balloon animals, ninja warrior obstacle course and more. Tickets can be purchased online, $5 for children ages 2 and up and adults, at www. AllKidsFair.com/Tickets. Tickets purchased at the door are $10 for children ages 2 and up and $5 for adults. Children 1 and younger are admitted at no charge. Visit their website at www.AllKidsFair.com for more information.

FRIDAY, APRIL 19

7:00PM

AUCTION/TRIVIA NIGHT

The Our Lady of Perpetual Help Blue Door Boutique is sponsoring an auction/trivia night at the school auditorium, 240 South Wellwood

Avenue, Lindenhurst. There will be a fun-filled night of trivia and exciting auctions. Admission is: $5 and includes an auction paddle and entrance to the trivia quiz. Admission tickets are available at the door. Proceeds benefit the Church. Email gtonness@optonline.net for more information.

SATURDAY, APRIL 20

10:30AM

GARDENING CLASS

A series of gardening classes created to address everything that's going on in your garden at the time of the class. Held at Organics Today Farm in East Islip. Visit OT Farm on Facebook for more info or text 631-480-6497.

THURSDAY, APRIL 25

7:15PM-10:30PM

JINGO

The Constantino Brumidi Lodge n Deer Park presents JINGO, a fun spin on traditional bingo where bingo balls are replaced with music beats. Doors open at 6:30 PM $30 per person Includes: 1 JINGO packet, crayons or markers on the table,dessert, coffee/ tea, cash bar, and door prize. For tickets or more information call Karen at 631-943-3622.

SATURDAY, APRIL 27

8:30PM

DRIVE-IN MOVIE

A charity drive-in movie, screening Back To The Future, at Costello's Ace Hardware in Copiague. Attend for a donation of any amount. Proceeds benefit Kids Need More, helping families coping with life-threatening illnesses. Just show up or reserve your parking spot on their website at www.kidsneedmore.org/movie.

Tips To Revitalize A Garden This Spring HOME & GARDEN

Gardening is a rewarding hobby that pays a host of significant dividends. Many people love gardening because it allows them to spend time outdoors, and that simple pleasure is a notable benefit of working in a garden. However, the National Initiative for Consumer Horticulture notes that gardening provides many additional benefits, including helping people get sufficient levels of exercise, reduce stress, and improve mood. With so much to gain from gardening, it’s no wonder people look forward to getting their hands dirty in the garden each spring.

As the weather warms up, consider these tips to help bring a garden back to life.

• Discard the dead weight. Winter can take its toll on a garden, even in regions where the weather between December and early spring is not especially harsh. Discard dead plants that have lingered into spring and prune any perennials that need it. Branches that fell during winter storms also should be removed at this point if they have not previously been discarded.

• Test the soil. Soil testing kits can be purchased at local garden centers and home improvement retailers. Such tests are inexpensive and can reveal if the soil needs to be amended to help plants thrive.

• Mulch garden beds. Mulching benefits a garden by helping soil retain moisture and preventing the growth of weeds. Various garden experts note that mulching in spring can prevent weed seeds from germinating throughout spring and summer. That means plants won’t fight weeds for water when the temperature gets warmer. It also means gardeners won’t have to spend time pulling weeds this summer.

• Inspect your irrigation system. Homeowners with in-ground irrigation systems or above-ground systems that utilize a drip or soaker function can inspect the systems before plants bloom. Damaged sprinkler heads or torn lines can deprive

plants of the water they need to bloom and ultimately thrive once the weather warms up.

• Tune up your tools. Gardening tools have likely been sitting around gathering dust since fall. Serious gardeners know that tools can be expensive, so it pays to protect that investment by maintaining tools.

Sharpened pruners help make plants less vulnerable to infestation

and infection. Wellmaintained tools like shovels and hoes also make more demanding gardening jobs a little bit easier, so don’t forget to tune up your tools before the weather warms up.

It’s almost gardening season, so gardeners can start on the necessary prep work to ensure their gardens grow strong and beautiful this spring.

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A Rundown On DIY Demos

Homeowners looking to make improvements to their homes likely want to make such projects as budget-friendly as possible. After soliciting estimates from contractors, homeowners may seek to do some work themselves to cut costs. That is why many individuals handle demolition and other preparatory tasks before contractors start. There are important things to keep in mind when doing a demo.

• Prybars are your friend. These tools, sometimes called crowbars, can be used to remove nails or pull materials apart.

• Cover vents in the

space where you’re working. Construction dust can be sucked into the HVAC system and cause furnaces to clog. This also may cause the distribution of dust throughout the home.

• Use safety gear. Always wear safety goggles, gloves, boots, and other equipment as needed to remain safe.

• Get a power saw. Circular and reciprocating saws can cut through various materials, making faster work of demolition.

• Exercise caution when removing drywall. You don’t know what is behind the drywall,

including electric wires, so be careful when choosing a spot to make the first hole in the drywall.

• Get a trash container with a gate. You’ll save yourself some aches and pains by being able to fill a wheelbarrow and dump it into the container, rather than tossing debris over the top.

• Bust up heavy or bulky items. Cast iron tubs and shower surrounds can be heavy and difficult to move. Unless it’s a family heirloom, cut or break large items into pieces to remove them more easily.

On The Record To Save Local Reporting

Senator Martinez Joins Effort To Provide Tax Assistance To Preserve Community Journalism And Jobs

Journalists who have been looking for something good to report on may soon be able to turn the lens on themselves as the New York State Senate advances tax credits to local news outlets for the employment of community-oriented news journalists in its One-House budget proposal.

If included in the 2024 New York State budget, the Local Journalism Sustainability Act, sponsored by Senator Brad Hoylman-Sigal and co-sponsored by Senator Monica R. Martinez, would provide news organizations with a 50% refundable tax credit against the first $50,000 of each newsroom employee’s salary, up to $200,000 per outlet. This benefit would be limited to print and online newspapers and broadcasters with 100 employees or fewer that cover local community news.

“Local journalists tell the stories of America’s communities,” said Senator Martinez. “They highlight the achievements of our neighbors, the successes of our school teams, and the efforts of our public officials. Unfortunately, with the contraction of local media over the past decade, these stories are being lost, and in their absence, misunderstanding and mistrust have taken hold. These narratives unite us, and without them, we will continue to drift further apart.”

According to a study issued by the Medill School of Journalism, Media, Integrated Marketing Communications at Northwestern University, an average of 2.5 local newspapers per week ceased operations in 2023. This has resulted in over half of all U.S. counties now having limited access to reliable local news, and more than 200 counties are considered “news deserts.” In New York State, that decline has been even more pronounced, with 190 weekly newspapers closing down since 2004 in this, the media capital of the world.

journalism during the

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conference held on March 20, 2024 in Albany.

Pew Research Center findings also support this trend, with its reporting stating that the share of U.S. adults following the news closely has been in decline, resulting in shrinking audiences for several older types of news media, such as local TV stations, most newspapers, and public radio.

The 2024 New York State budget plan, which may include the Senate’s recommended inclusion of this credit, is due by April 1st.

Lindenhurst High School Presents: Little Shop Of Horrors

The Lindenhurst High School Thespian Troupe and music department put on a successful spring production of Little Shop of Horrors in March. Audiences were enthralled by this rock musical’s tale of love and ambition—as well its maneating plant.

Lead actor David Schrader played the hapless protagonist Seymour, while Julie Ricotta played his flower shop co-worker and secret crush Audrey. In a remarkable feat of puppetry and talent, the play’s killer plant, Audrey II, was brought to life by students Bean Cameron and John Delio

Free School District

and was voiced by Phoenix Desroches. Ayla Jennings played greedy shop owner Mr. Mushnik, Riley Buckley played Audrey’s abusive dentist boyfriend Dr. Orin Scrivello, while Cassandra Herrador, Zayla Rodriguez, and Chihiro Hall played the narrators Crysal, Ronnette, and Chiffon, respectively. Together, the cast brought Skid Row—the rundown setting of the play—to life, much to the audiences’ delight.

Little Shop of Horrors ran on March 15 and 16, with a special free performance for the community’s senior citizens on March 13.

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LITTLE SHOP OF HORRORS - Lindenhurst High School’s Little Shop of Horrors starred David Schrader as Seymour. Photo courtesy of the Lindenhurst Union

THE PLAY’S NARRATORS - Cassandra Herrador, Zayla Rodriguez, and Chihiro Hall served as the play’s narrators. Photo courtesy of the Lindenhurst Union Free School District

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Notice of Formation of GREENPORT BAGELS LLC, Articles of Organization filed with the Secretary of State of New York SSNY, on 11/21/23. Office located in Suffolk. SSNY has been designated for service of process. SSNY shall mail copy of any process served against the LLC565 BROADHOLLOW ROAD -SUITE 5 , FARMINGDALE, NY 11735 USA purpose: any lawful purpose

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NOTICE OF SALE SUPREME COURT COUNTY OF SUFFOLK FREEDOM MORTGAGE CORPORATION, Plaintiff AGAINST JEFFREY B. ARCHER, ANA K. TORRES, et al., Defendant(s) Pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale duly entered October 25, 2018, I, the undersigned Referee will sell at public auction at the Babylon Town Hall, 200 East Sunrise Highway, Lindenhurst, NY 11757 on April 18, 2024 at 10:30AM, premises known as 105 RIDGE ROAD, WHEATLEY HEIGHTS, NY 11798. All that certain plot piece or parcel of land, with the buildings and improvements erected, situate, lying and being at Wheatley Heights in the Town of Babylon; County of Suffolk and State of New York, District 0100, Section 010.00, Block 01.00, Lot 019.000. Approximate amount of judgment $451,950.67 plus interest and costs. Premises will be sold subject to provisions of filed Judgment Index #602860/2018. The aforementioned auction will be conducted in accordance with the District and SUFFOLK County Auction Plan in effect at this time. Kevin R. Johnston, Esq., Referee Gross Polowy, LLC 1775 Wehrle Drive Williamsville, NY 14221 18007586 79538

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NOTICE OF SALE SUPREME COURT COUNTY OF SUFFOLK

Wilmington Savings Fund Society, FSB, D/B/A Christiana Trust, not Individually but as Trustee for Carlsbad Funding Mortgage Trust, Plaintiff AGAINST Birol Oztimurlenk, Hayriye A. Oztimurlenk, et al., Defendant(s) Pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale duly entered August 16, 2017, I, the undersigned Referee will sell at public auction at the Babylon Town Hall, 200 East Sunrise Highway, Lindenhurst, NY 11757 on April 29, 2024 at 12:00PM, premises known as 280 33rd Street, Lindenhurst, NY 11757. All that certain plot piece or parcel of land, with the buildings and improvements erected, situate, lying and being in the Town of Babylon, County of Suffolk and State of New York, District 0103, Section 005.00, Block 03.00, Lot 043.000. Approximate amount of judgment $546,636.49 plus interest and costs.

Premises will be sold subject to provisions of filed Judgment Index #019455/2012. The aforementioned auction will be conducted in accordance with the District and SUFFOLK County Auction Plan in effect at this time. Terry Woodard, Esq., Referee Gross Polowy, LLC 1775 Wehrle Drive Williamsville, NY 14221 20-002097 79895

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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, April 18, 2024 @ 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: #5-2024

Application of CLS 501 & 503

Montauk, Inc., 74 East Hoffman Avenue, Lindenhurst NY 11757, for a site plan review to construct a second story addition to create two bedroom apartments. Property located at 501 West Montauk Highway, Lindenhurst NY 11757 and zoned “Business” SCTM#: 103021-001-103

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

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NOTICE TO BIDDERS

Sealed Proposals will be received by the Inc. Village of Lindenhurst, 430 South Wellwood Avenue, Lindenhurst, New York until 10:00 a.m. April 24th, 2024. Proposals will be publicly opened and read, and awarded as soon thereafter as practicable for:

BID 934-24

REMOVE AND REPLACE BULKHEAD ON SOUTH 4TH STREET FOR

INC. VILLAGE OF LINDENHURST

Specifications may be obtained at Lindenhurst Village Hall, 430 South Wellwood Avenue, Lindenhurst, New York 11757. The Village Board reserves the right to accept or reject any or all bids it deems necessary in the best interest of the Village Taxpayers.

By Order of the Village Board Inc. Village of Lindenhurst

Kathleen Schrader Village Clerk

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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.: April 24, 2024 to hear the

following:

1. Application of Duquann Hinton, 179 North 4th Street, Lindenhurst, New York 11757 for permission to expand the driveway width from the maximum of 22’ to (25.0’); to reduce the front yard greenery from the required 70% to (66.72%) in connection with installation of a 25’ x 52’ driveway. Property located at the above address and zoned Residential B. SCTM#:103-101-21.1

2. Application of Bruce Carpenter, 50 Willow Lane, Lindenhurst, New York 11757 for permission to increase the lot occupancy from the maximum of 20% to (24.83%) in connection with maintaining a hot tub, 10’ x 12’ side deck, shed, front bow window and an irregular rear deck. Property located at the above address and zoned Residential B.  SCTM#:103-221-96

3. Application of Dennis Pinto, 275 North Hamilton Avenue, Lindenhurst, New York 11757 for permission to reduce the aggregate side yard from the required 25’ to (18.3’) and to increase the lot occupancy from the maximum of 20% to (24.28%) in connection with construction of a 14’ x 20’ detached garage and maintain side deck and cellar entrance. Property located at the above address and zoned Residential B. SCTM#:103-11-3-150

4. Application of Andrew Markos, 838 Atlantic Street, Lindenhurst, New York 11757 for permission to increase the lot occupancy from the maximum of 20% to (34.96) in connection with maintaining installation of a 12’ x 20’ above ground pool with concrete walls. Property located at the above address and zoned Residential C. SCTM#:103-25-3-82.1

5. Application of Patrick M. Pichichero, 87 North Monroe Avenue, Lindenhurst, New York 11757 for permission to increase the lot occupancy from the maximum of 20% to (36.35%) and to reduce the accessory structure’s minimum front yard setback from the required 45’ to (5.6’), in connection with construction of a 15’ x 20’ screened in gazebo. Property located at the above address and zoned Residential B. SCTM#:103-16-1-75.3

6. Application of Nevele Martin, 169 Texas Street, Lindenhurst, New York 11757 for permission to increase the lot occupancy from the maximum of 20% to (36.35%), in connection with the installation of a 12’ x 22’

in ground swimming pool. Property located at the above address and zoned Residential B. SCTM#:103-15-2-61

7. Application of Corilyn and Keith Bickmeyer, 260 33rd Street, Lindenhurst, New York 11757 for permission to increase the lot occupancy from the maximumt of 20% to (22.82%) in connection with maintaining a 15’ x 26’ semi in ground swimming pool. Property located at the above address and zoned Residential B. SCTM#:103-5-3-41

8. Application of John Schmitt, 733 South Hickory Street, Lindenhurst, New York 11757 for permission to increase the lot occupancy from the maximum of 20% to (30.12%); to reduce the accessory structure’s minimum side yard from the required 5’ to (2.9’); to expand the accessory structure’s (garage) sq. ft. from the required 600sq. ft. to (1628.0); to expand the rear yard coverage from the maximum 600 sq.ft. to (41.39); to expand the driveway width from the limit of 22’ to (40.0’), in connection with expanding the front wall of garage by 10 feet, driveway expansion and maintain a rear deck. Property located at the above address and zoned Residential C. SCTM#:103-21-3-37

9. Application of Ian Sandman, 325 Middle Country Road, Suite 1, Selden, NY, 11784 to renew permission to increase the limit of one professional to 3 in connection with a change of use, as per grant dated April 13, 2021. Property located at 195 North Wellwood Ave, Lindenhurst, NY, 11757 and zoned Business. SCTM#:10310-1-53.2

10. Application of Marie Seaquist d/b/a Elite Dance Studio Inc., 40 Ocean Ave, Bay Shore, NY, 11706 for permission to maintain a fitness studio in a business district in connection with maintaining conversion of space to fitness studio and installation of a sign. Property located at 28 West Hoffman Ave, Lindenhurst, NY, 11757 and zoned Business. SCTM#:103-10-1-71

11. Application of Edward Clark, 74 East Hoffman, Lindenhurst, New York 11757 for permission to reduce the minimum front yard from the required 10’ to (9.65’); to reduce the minimum side yard from the required 10’ to (0.3’); to expand the height from the limit of 24’ to (30.0’); and to convert to mixed Business/ Residential use which is not permitted, in connection with construction of a 2,599 sq. ft. 2nd story addition to create

(2) two bedroom apartments and a 370 sqft rear second story deck. Property located at 501-503 West Montauk Hwy, Lindenhurst, NY, 11757 and zoned Business. SCTM#:10321-1-103

12. Application of Raymond Young (Keys Fence & Gate, LLC.) 290 West Hoffman Avenue, Lindenhurst, New York 11757 for permission for outdoor storage which is not a permitted use in connection with installation of a 6’ fence and the use of vacant property for outdoor storage of vehicles and materials for fence installation company. Property located at the above address and zoned Business. SCTM#:103-9-2-9.1

THE FOLLOWING APPLICANT HAS BEEN RESCHEDULED FROM THE March 27, 2023 PUBLIC HEARING AS THEY WERE POSTPONED

13. Application of Amarnauth Deocharran, 44 Shore Road, Lindenhurst, New York 11757 for permission to reduce the accessory structure’s minimum front yard from the required 45’ to (6.0’) in connection with maintaining installation of a 12’ x 16’ shed. Property located at the above address and zoned Residential C. SCTM#:103-24-2-108.1

Upon the hearing, the applicant must appear in 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.

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Lindenhurst Middle School Chess Club Comes Out On Top Students Win In First-Ever Contest Against West Islip

The Lindenhurst Middle School chess club prevailed in its first-ever contest against another school. The players went up against students at West Islip’s Beach Street Middle School on March 7, in a friendly competition against local rivals.

Lindenhurst Middle School’s chess club has a long lineage of about 20 years and currently

comprises 35 students, many of whom have been playing chess their entire tenure at the middle school. The club emphasizes cultivating good sportsmanship and new friendships while learning

mind-bending chess tactics. The contest against Beach Street Middle School came about due to a shared history between the two schools.

Andrew O’Farrell, Principal of West Islip Middle School,

was an assistant principal at Lindenhurst Middle School many years ago, and he reached out to see if the two schools’ chess clubs could hold a friendly competition.

Lindenhurst Middle School’s chess club was led in the contest by students Maksyn Sisawang, Joshua Seminario, Vladyslaw Luchka, and Olivia Sowa. The club’s advisor is John Colagiacomo.

LINDENHURST MIDDLE SCHOOL CHESS CLUB COMES OUT ON TOP - The Lindenhurst Middle School chess club prevailed in its first-ever contest against another school. The players went up against students at West Islip’s Beach Street Middle School on March 7, in a friendly competition against local rivals. This was the first time the middle school’s club has gone up against another school. The chess club teaches comradery and advanced chess tactics. Photo courtesy of the Lindenhurst Union Free School District