The new Good Samaritan University Hospital is coming. And our South Shore community is about to get a whole lot better.
Learn more about how we’re helping communities thrive. psegliny.com/revitalization These two moms opened a spa. It had one big, beautiful effect on the community.
Mery and Sindy always knew they wanted to open a spa to bring beauty to customers. Little did they know it would have the same effect on the community. And Business First was there. We provided $23,000 in grants to help with much-needed renovations so Mery and Sindy could bring their vision to life.* Now, not only does their spa impact clients in a beautiful way, it gives the community an economic lift as well.
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Give This Beloved Side A Tasty Twist This Holiday
have free rein when it comes to planning a holiday menu. Despite that freedom, many hosts feel obligated to prepare some holiday season staples their guests will surely expect when they sit down at the dinner table.Stuffing is a dish many celebrants can’t wait to see on the holiday dinner table. For hosts trusted with preparing holiday meals, the beauty of stuffing lies in its versatility. A host of unique ingredients can be added to holiday stuffing without adversely affecting the popularity of this beloved side dish. In fact, adding some unique ingredients can make people love stuffing even more. Such could be the case with this recipe for “Pecan-Cherry Bread Stuffing” from Lines+Angles.
Pecan-Cherry Bread Stuffing
Makes 8 servings
1 loaf crusty white or wheat bread, cut into 3⁄4-inch cubes
3 tablespoons unsalted butter, plus extra for baking dish
1 medium yellow onion, peeled and diced
2 large celery stalks, rinsed, trimmed and diced
4 cloves garlic, peeled and roughly chopped
Directions:
1. Preheat oven to 400 F. Position oven racks in the middle and lower third of the oven. Arrange bread in a single layer on two rimmed baking sheets. Toast until dry and golden brown, 10 to 12 minutes. Let cool.
2. Lightly butter a 9 x 13-inch baking dish. In a large skillet, melt butter over medium heat. Add onion, celery and garlic and cook, stirring frequently, until onion and celery are softened, about 7 minutes. Add cherries, pecans, sage, and fennel seed; cook, stirring for 1 minute. Transfer to a
1 cup packed dried tart cherries
1 cup roughly chopped toasted pecans
2 tablespoons chopped fresh sage leaves
1 tablespoon crushed fennel seed
Coarse salt, to taste
Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
1⁄4 cup fresh chopped parsley
3 large eggs, lightly beaten
3 cups low-sodium chicken broth
large bowl and season with salt and pepper.
3. Add parsley, eggs and bread to the cherry mixture; stir to combine. Add broth in two additions, stirring until absorbed. Season generously with salt and pepper; transfer stuffing to butter baking dish. Bake on middle rack until the top is deep golden brown, about 25 to 30 minutes. Let sit for 5 minutes before serving.
Preparation time: 30 minutes
Cooking time: 50 minutes
Resting time: 5 minutes
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Black Friday Sales
BlackFriday sales have become a staple of the holiday shopping season. On Black Friday, many items are deeply discounted, and shoppers often target high-profile, expensive electronics. In fact, according to the retail advisor and trend forecaster NerdWallet, technology products are among the most sought-after products among Black Friday shoppers. Each year, televisions, tablets, laptops, notebooks, smartphones, and gaming consoles fly off the shelves in record numbers on Black Friday. According to the shopping resource Deal News, shoppers poised to purchase one of the latest smartphone offerings this shopping season may find that Android products are more available and more heavily discounted than Apple products. Shoppers also may have their eyes on gadgets for their homes. Black Friday isn’t all about technology, however. Kitchen cookware and small appliances also attract shoppers on Black Friday. Typically high-priced items like stand mixers, brewing systems, vacuums, and blenders are popular among Black Friday shoppers.
Minerva “Minnie” Westgard
Minerva “Minnie” Westgard, 90, passed away peacefully on November 11, 2025, in Lindenhurst, NY, after facing pancreatic cancer with quiet strength.
Born on November 13, 1934, in Puerto Rico to Geraldo and Eva Kercado, Minnie’s life was a tapestry woven with devotion, resilience, and deep familial love. She shared many years of marriage with her beloved husband, Asbjorn Johan Westgard, until his passing in 1979. Their union brought forth a family whose roots now stretch across generations.
Minnie’s memory lives on through her children: Andor Westgard, Peter Westgard, Evie Sosna, and Ingrid Westgard; daughters-in-law Valerie and Sharon Westgard and Isabel Martinez; sons-in-law Anthony Triolo, Daniel Dore, and Hamid Rashidi. Her love continues through her grandchildren— Jennifer Zylberberg, Peter Westgard, Jennifer Drago, Karianne Westgard, Analyse Lewis, Alyssa Triolo, and Daniel Westgard—and greatgrandchildren: Aaron, Julia, Lilianna, Avery, Colette, Riley, Bennett, and Sophia. She is also lovingly remembered by her sister Jeannette Kercado and a wide circle of extended family and cherished friends.
She reunites in peace with those who went before her: her husband Asbjorn; infant daughter Karen; daughter Diane Triolo; son Robert Westgard; and grandson Anthony Navarro.
Minnie was a devoted member of St. John’s Lutheran Church in Lindenhurst New York. Her faith was the foundation upon which she built her life—a quiet beacon that guided her every step and those of many others.
In lieu of owers, donations may be made to St. John’s Lutheran Church, Lindenhurst, NY 11757.
Our minds will still talk to you, our hearts still look for you, but our souls know you’re at peace.
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Tips For First-Time Holiday Hosts
Theholiday season is a busy time of year. From holiday shopping to readying the home for guests, there’s no shortage of things to accomplish in a relatively brief amount of time. Seasoned holiday enthusiasts may be ready to put their game faces on and tackle tasks with ease. But for first-time holiday hosts, the prospect of crossing items off to-do lists may require a little extra assistance.
According to Dr. Vanessa Kennedy, a clinical psychologist at Driftwood Recovery, holiday hosting can “lead to the pressure to curate picture-perfect moments, creating stress and anxiety.” The following are pointers those new to holiday hosting can employ to simplify the process and enjoy the holidays a little more.
• Do as much prep work in advance as possible. Giving yourself extra time to get things done can help immensely. Grocery shop one day, prepare food the next, clean the house one day, and set the table or arrange decor on another. Minor task can be left for the morning of the day guests arrive.
• Cook and freeze items. Utilize recipes that enable you to cook in bulk and then store foods until you need them. Casseroles, baked pasta dishes, freezable soups, and readyto-bake cookie doughs made in advance will save a lot of time closer to the holidays.
• Stock the pantry. If holiday hosting involves overnight guests, be sure
to keep easy items on hand so guests can help themselves. Dry goods or pre-packaged muffins for breakfast, chips or pretzels for late-night snacks, granola bars, or store made croissants can fit the bill. Put everything in a dedicated basket so guests can grab items as needed. Stock the refrigerator with water, seltzer, iced teas, and sodas, and make a full pot of coffee in the morning so guests can pour their own.
• Avoid complicated cocktails. You don’t want to be stuck mixing drinks all evening. Instead, make it simple for guests to help themselves. Wine, beer, premade punches, or even one specialty drink are ideal.
• Consider hiring a caterer. If the idea of a homecooked meal feels like climbing Mount Everest, swap out some items for store-bought alternatives, or work with a favorite restaurant or caterer to secure foods that only need to be reheated and served.
• Free up closet and room space. Guests will be coming with a lot of stuff, particularly if you live in a cold climate. Make room in the entry closet for guests’ coats and boots. Be sure you can accommodate suitcases or overnight bags. Set aside an area where guests can deposit their wrapped gifts.
Holiday hosting can be a whirlwind of activity, but novice hosts can quickly get into the swing of things.
Christmas Cupcakes Make A Perfect Holiday Treat
Alittle indulgence is par for the course come the holiday season. That’s especially true in relation to baked goods, which find their way into entertaining areas at office parties, family gatherings and school functions. Treats are indeed part of what makes the holiday season a special time of year. This year, families can whip up this Lines+Angles recipe for “Chocolate Christmas Cupcakes” to make the holiday season a little more flavorful.
Directions:
1. Preheat oven to 400 F. Position oven 1. For the cupcakes: Preheat the oven to 375 F. Place 12 cupcake liners in a muffin tin.
2. Beat the butter in a mixing bowl until soft and light. Beat in both sugars and beat until light and fluffy.
3. Beat in the eggs, one at a time until well blended. Sift in the flour, baking powder and cocoa and fold in gently until incorporated. Stir in the milk and chocolate chips.
4. Spoon into the paper cases and bake for 25 minutes until firm to the touch. Leave in the tins for 5 minutes, then place on a wire rack to cool completely.
5. For the chocolate topping: Put the cream and chocolate in a pan over a low heat until melted. Remove from the heat and allow to cool and thicken slightly.
6. Spoon onto the cupcakes and leave until almost set.
7. Roll out the white sugarpaste on a surface dusted with icing sugar. Cut out shapes to resemble snow and place on the cakes.
8. Roll out the green sugarpaste on a surface lightly dusted with icing sugar. Cut out 2 holly leaves for each cake with a holly shaped cutter or card template. Brush lightly with water and attach to the white sugarpaste.
9. Roll pieces of red sugarpaste into small balls for the “berries” and place on the cakes, as in the photo, attaching with a little water.
Chocolate Christmas Cupcakes
Makes 12 cupcakes
1 loaf crusty white or wheat bread, For the cakes:
8 tablespoons butter
1⁄3 cup caster sugar
2 tablespoons light brown sugar
2 eggs
1 cup flour
1 teaspoon baking powder
1⁄3 cup cocoa powder
1⁄2 cup milk
1 cup chocolate chips
For the chocolate topping:
2⁄3 cup heavy cream
1 cup chopped plain dark chocolate, 70 percent
To decorate: Icing sugar
8 ounces white sugarpaste
8 ounces green sugarpaste
4 ounces red sugarpaste
TSVF Supports Student Growth And Emotional Health
The Sophia Valsamos Foundation has made a meaningful donation of wellness kits to the Lindenhurst School District, specifically benefiting students at Lindenhurst High School and the Lindenhurst Academy, designed for middle and high school students who require more intensive social and emotional support in a non-traditional academic environment.
This generous contribution reinforces the foundation’s ongoing mission to promote emotional health and wellness, resilience, and self-care among youth. The kits will be a vital addition to the secondary learners, offering a safe, nurturing space for students to connect with learning, find personal motivation and begin to heal.
“These wellness kits create learning environments where students feel empowered, understood and capable of growth,” said Chris Valsamos, TSVF Board Director. “I want to thank Dr. Boccanfuso for his commitment to our youth, and we’re honored to play a part in helping students feel whole again and reminding them of the importance of their emotional health and wellbeing in and out of the classroom.”
Lindenhurst High School
Principal Dr. Matthew
The wellness kits are thoughtfully curated with sensory tools, mindfulness activities, journaling materials, and mental and emotional health resource guides to promote selfregulation, mindfulness, and emotional support, arriving at a crucial time for students who continue to navigate personal and academic challenges. For students, these kits are tangible reminders that they are seen, supported, and valued.
Foundation for their generous donation,” said Dr. Matthew Boccanfuso, Principal of Lindenhurst High School and the Lindenhurst Academy.
“These wellness kits directly support our mission and provide our students with tools for emotional self-care and stress management. Whether a student is journaling to process emotions, using sensory tools to manage anxiety, or simply finding a moment of calm in their day, these resources foster an environment where they can thrive academically, socially and emotionally.”
wellness kits, ensuring that more young people receive the tools they deserve and need to heal and thrive. To contribute or volunteer, visit www.TSVF.org or email jodi@tsvf.org.
About The Sophia Valsamos Foundation
Boccanfuso firmly believes that education must evolve in tandem with the world
around us.
“We are deeply grateful to The Sophia Valsamos
Support the Mission TSVF invites the community to join in its efforts in supporting the mission and helping to make more wellness kits available to those in need. You can make a meaningful difference in the lives of young people. Donations help fund the expansion and distribution of
Founded in 2018 in loving memory of Sophia Valsamos, a vibrant, artistic, intelligent, and kind-hearted 13-year-old who lost her life to suicide, The Sophia Valsamos Foundation is dedicated to empowering youth, building self-confidence, and promoting kindness. The foundation provides outreach programs, educational workshops, and resources for children, teens and families. Through advocacy, action, and the donation of wellness kits, TSVF works to break the stigma surrounding emotional health and create a culture of empathy, awareness and connection.
Chris Valsamos, Board Director of The Sophia Valsamos Foundation (right), delivers wellness kits to Lindenhurst High School Principal Dr. Matthew Boccanfuso to be available to students at the high school and Lindenhurst Academy.
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Air Fry Your Latkes This Chanukah
figures prominently in many holiday celebrations, and Chanukah is no exception. Latkes are considered a must-have in many households celebrating Chanukah, and there’s no shortage of recipes to try this holiday season. Those who want to take a more unique approach to latkes can consider air frying, which is a method of preparing popular fried foods that is credited with being healthier than traditional frying. Chanukah celebrants who find that appealing can try this recipe for “Potato Latkes” courtesy of Lines+Angles.
Directions:
1. Coarsely grate potatoes on a box grater; alternatively, use grater attachment on a food processor for uniform pieces.
2. Submerge potatoes in a bowl of cold water. Drain well and wring out in a clean dish towel to extract as much moisture as possible.
3. Beat eggs in a large mixing bowl with half the salt. Whisk in matzo meal and cornstarch or potato starch.
4. Add dried potato to egg mixture, stirring thoroughly to combine. Divide and shape into four large latkes, approximately 1/4-inch thick.
5. Dust with more cornstarch (or potato starch, whichever using), gently shaking or brushing off excess. Season with remaining salt.
6. Preheat air fryer to 380 F. Spritz basket with cooking spray before carefully arranging latkes in it.
7. Cook for 8 minutes. Turn and cook for a further 4 to 6 minutes until golden brown all over.
8. Remove from air fryer and let cool briefly before serving with a garnish of sour cream and chives.
Note: Alternatively you can fry in a greased frying pan for about 3 to 4 minutes per side till golden and crispy.
Makes 4 servings
3 large russet potatoes, peeled
2 eggs
1 teaspoon kosher salt
3 tablespoons matzo meal
1 tablespoon cornstarch or potato
starch, plus extra for dusting
Cooking spray
Sour cream, to serve
1 tablespoon chives, snipped
Salt
Freshly ground black pepper
A 2024 Economist/ YouGov poll found that turkey continues to reign supreme on the Thanksgiving dinner table. When asked what they’ll be eating at Thanksgiving dinner, 67 percent of poll participants indicated they plan to eat turkey, making it the most popular food to find its way onto the dinner table for this popular holiday. Additional staples also remain wildly popular among Thanksgiving celebrants, suggesting that food is among the more sacred
UNPAID TAXES FISCAL YEAR 2025-26 NOTICE OF TAX SALE FOR UNPAID TAXES INC. VILLAGE OF LINDENHURST, NY 11757
Agenda Item Details
Meeting Oct 21, 2025 - VILLAGE OF LINDENHURST Board of Trustees Meeting Minutes
Category EXECUTIVE RESOLUTIONS
Subject #278-25 Outstanding 2025-2026 Tax Liens
Access Public Type Action
Public Content
The Village Treasurer requires authorization to purchase, on behalf of the Incorporated Village of Lindenhurst, all unpaid 2025-2026 fiscal year tax liens owed to the Village as of December 6, 2025.
Administrative Content
Motion by Trustee Pichichero, seconded by Trustee Renna to authorize the Treasurer of the Village of Lindenhurst to purchase, on behalf of the Incorporated Village, all unpaid 2025-2026 fiscal year tax liens owed to the Village of Lindenhurst as of December 6, 2025.
Ayes: Trustee Pichichero, Renna, Weckerle, Madlon and Mayor Lavorata. Noes: None. Motion Carried.
Executive Content
The following is a list of the parcels of real estate that currently have unpaid taxes for the fiscal year 2025-2026. The parcels to be sold, together with a statement of the amount of the tax, fees, interest and charges thereon, to wit:
Fourleaf Federal Credit Union Scholarship Program Pneumonia Vaccines
FourLeaf Federal Credit Union recently announced that applications for its annual Scholarship Program are now open. High school seniors are invited to apply for financial assistance as they prepare for college. Designed to support hardworking, community-minded students, the program provides awards that can help offset the rising costs of tuition, books, and other college expenses.
“Our scholarships are one way we can help ease the financial burden on families while encouraging students to
pursue their dreams,” shared Kimberly Ruiz, Manager Community Engagement New Markets. “Each year, we proudly award 10 accomplished students, knowing that investing in young people is an investment in the future of our communities.”
To apply, please visit; https://www.fourleaffcu. com/community/ education-scholarships/. The 2026 Scholarship Program application deadline date is Friday, January 9, 2026 (no late submissions are accepted).
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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, November 20, 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: #11-2025
Application of K&S of Long Island, 1077 Namdac Avenue, West Islip NY 11706, regarding a site plan review for permission to legally maintain raise of the grade to match existing adjacent property. Property located at 750 Shore Walk, Lindenhurst NY 11757 and zoned “B Residence”
SCTM#: 103-024-003-035
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
LV N & S - 814 - 11/12 & 11/19/25
TWO 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,
November 24, 2025 at 7:00 PM to consider the following:
THE FOLLOWING APPLICANT(S) ARE SEEKING TO RENEW THEIR TWO FAMILY PERMIT:
1. Sai Feng Cheng, 209 Davenport Street
2. Kathleen Gurchie-Buerkel, 352 South 8th Street
3. Edward Terracciano, 481 Beacon Avenue
4. Carol & Kevin Hanvey, 708 South Pecan Street
5. Joseph Dantuono, 523 Pecan Street
6. Lillian Vargus, 620 North Jefferson Avenue
7. Joseph Locasio, 55 Ash Street
8. Fadil Zilkic, 184 North Lewis Avenue
9. Muhammad Zahid, 68 North Kings Avenue
10. Diane Schultz, 313 North Broadway
11. Galini Shamms, 489 South Wellwood Avenue
12. Miguelina Magarin, Welington Canela, & Soledad Canela, 223 South 5th Street
13. Servet Secilmis, 375 South 3rd Street
14. Manuel Sayago, 624 North Delaware Avenue
15. James Perles, 910 South 8th Street
16. Paul Barthelson, 521 North Clinton Avenue
17. Eleanor Bert, 188 South 3rd Street
18. Lisa & Tessa Leibrock, 23
Wellbrock Street
19. James LaRosa, 148 North Lewis Avenue
20. Daniel Quintanilla, 284 40th Street
21. Eugenia & Edward Smith, 228 North Hamilton Avenue
22. Katherine Sachdev, 563 East Drive
23. Kimberly LoBianco & Karen Stephan, 537 North Queens Avenue
24. Application of Aida Iannacci, 634 East Drive, Lindenhurst, NY 11757 for permission to renew a second kitchen for personal use for a temporary period. Property located at the above address and zoned B Residence SCTM#: 103-004-002-092.14
25. Application of Michael & Michelle Foti, 457 South 5th Street, Lindenhurst, NY 11757 for permission to renew a second kitchen for personal use for a temporary period. Property located at the above address and zoned B Residence SCTM#: 103-018001-080.1
THE FOLLOWING APPLICANT(S) ARE SEEKING TO APPLY FOR THE TWO FAMILY PERMIT:
26. Application of Ari Moranta, 318 2nd 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 “C residence” SCTM#: 103-021005-033.1
27. Application of Jeremiah Dalton, 61 Shore Road, 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 “C residence” SCTM#: 103-025-002-003
28. Application of Edward & Christina Olechnowski, 145 South 8th 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#: 103-009004-021
29. Application of Oleksandr Sydorenk, 490 South Walnut 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#: 103-018003-047
30. Application of Wanda Almonte, 316 South 8th 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#: 103-013-006-003
31. Application of Jose Nunez, 423 South 4th 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#: 103-018-001-105
THE FOLLOWING APPLICANT(S) HAVE BEEN RESCHEDULED FROM THE OCTOBER 23, 2025 PUBLIC HEARING AS NEITHER APPLICANTS NOR A REPRESENTATIVE APPEARED:
1. Vincent Holzer, 814 Ocean Street THE FOLLOWING APPLICANT(S) HAVE BEEN RESCHEDULED FROM THE SEPTEMBER 25, 2025 PUBLIC HEARING AS
NEITHER APPLICANTS NOR A REPRESENTATIVE APPEARED:
1. Janina Furs, 134 North 4th Street
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 - 815 - 11/12 & 11/19/25
NOTICE TO BIDDERS
Pursuant to Resolution adopted by the Village Board:
SEALED BIDS wil be received by the Village Clerk of the Village of Lindenhurst at 430 South Wellwood Avenue, Lindenhurst, New York 11757 on Monday December 1st, 2025, at 10:00 a.m. at which time they wil be publicly opened and read, and the Contract awarded as soon thereafter as practicable for the:
VILLAGE OF LINDENHURST CONCRETE REQUIREMENTS CONTRACT
This project includes removal and replacement of concrete and brick paving, curbs, handicap ramps and driveway aprons throughout the Village of Lindenhurst.
Drawings and specifications may be examined and obtained at the Village Hall, between the hours of 8:00 AM and 3:30 PMdaily except Saturdays, Sundays, and Holidays on and after
Wednesday, November 19, 2025.
A non-refundable deposit of $25.00 is required for each printed set of contract documents, checks are to be made payable to the Village of Lindenhurst. There will be no charge for an emailed PDF version of the contract documents.
Al bids shall be accompanied by a certified check or bank cashier check, equal to 5% of the amount of the bid, made payable to the Owner or a bid bond for this amount, as security for faithful performance.
The checks/bid bonds of all except the lowest bidder will be returned and/or released within 30 days after the opening of bids. The check/ bond will be returned and/ or released to lowest bidder when the Contract is executed. In the event that the bids are rejected, or the project is shelved for any reason, the check/bond will be returned/ released to the low bidder within 30 days there-from.
Bid proposals should be made in sealed envelopes clearly marked “Concrete Requirements Contract” said bids will be opened and read aloud at the above stated time.
The Village of Lindenhurst encourages minority and women owned businesses to participate in all bids.
The Village of Lindenhurst reserves the right to waive any informalities in Bidding and to reject al bids or to accept any Bid, which in the opinion of the Board, wil be in the best interest of the Village.
By Order ofthe Board of Trustees Village of Lindenhurst LV N & S - 816 - 11/19/25
Suffolk County Begins Comprehensive Water Resources Management Study
Suffolk County
Executive Edward Romaine and Deputy Presiding Officer Legislator Steven J. Flotteron, along with legislative colleagues and environmental advocates, gathered along Carlls River in Babylon and pledged to preserve the health of our water in the County.
Following its recent passage, Romaine signed into law Introductory Resolution 1690-2025, appropriating funds in connection with a multiple-year water reuse and runoff remediation study with the United
States Geological Survey (USGS) to monitor and evaluate five rivers within the County. The project will provide a multifaceted plan to protect our groundwater resources to improve the health of these tributaries and the bays they feed into. Presently, Suffolk County’s solesource aquifer provides drinking water for 1.5 million residents, using more than 50 streams and rivers throughout the County.
“It is important to get the
Pictured (L-R): sitting- Suffolk County Legislator Steven J. Flotteron and County Executive Edward Romaine, standing- Legislator Tom Donnelly, Maureen Murphy, Citizens Campaign for the Environment; Presiding Officer Legislator Kevin McCaffrey; Enrico Nardone, Executive Director of Seatuck Environmental Association and Andy Mirchel, Oyster Project Director of Save the Great South Bay.
Moose Of The Year 2025
Lindenhurst Moose Lodge 1421
Mrs. Barbara Colasanto is this year’s recipient of the Lindenhurst Moose Lodge Person of the Year award. The lodge is indeed fortunate to have such a dedicated volunteer. She is always willing to step in and lend a helping hand. In addition to living in the
community and raising a family, Barbara and her husband own and operate Panorama Sign in Copiague. Barbara volunteers her professional skills to design, produce, and donate all the event signs for the Moose Lodge. Barbara is also part of a resolute volunteer team
that has been decorating the Moose Lodge for various holidays and events over the past years. Pictured: Presiding Officer Kevin McCaffrey presenting Barbara with a Suffolk County proclamation to honor her outstanding community service.
Tips To Simplify Holiday Cooking
Food is an important component of the holiday season for millions of people across the globe. Many a holiday host has wrestled with what to serve for their gathering and how to prepare meals while still finding time to spend with loved ones. Sometimes simplicity is the way to go when hosting for the holidays. Just because certain dishes are less labor-intensive to prepare does not mean they lack flavor. Hosts can consider these tips to simplify holiday cooking this year.
• Utilize shop-fromhome services. Supermarkets can be particularly busy this time of year. By shopping from the comfort of home, holiday hosts can sort through their lists and let someone else navigate crowded store aisles. The small fee involved for this service can be well worth the time saved.
• Scale back the sides. Some hosts feel an impressive dinner spread is one with plenty of options. Several side dishes requires a lot of time and money, and such foods may take away from the star of the table. Guests might fill up on rolls, potatoes and salads, leaving little room for the main course. Scaling back on sides creates more time for hosts to mingle with family and ensures everyone gets their fill of the main course.
• Delegate some of the work. Asking guests to bring a little something to the meal doesn’t immediately turn it into a potluck.
However, it can reduce some of the work the host has to do. Figure out who is bound to be an early arrival, and ask that person to bring an appetizer. Individuals who like to be fashionably late can bring side dishes or desserts. Delegating beverage detail also can be a time-saver.
• Familiar is often fabulous. A major holiday is seldom the right time to experiment with a new, labor-intensive dish. Rather than risk an epic fail, hosts should stick to meals they have prepared before. Also, familiar flavors may appeal to a greater number of guests.
• Include some prepared foods. While it is perfectly alright to cater the entire dinner,
that can prove costly. If budget doesn’t allow for a fully catered meal, supplement with some prepared dishes to help save time, particularly those recipes that can be complicated.
• Make it a buffet. Sit-down dinners require careful timing to ensure all foods are set out hot and ready-to-eat. A buffetstyle meal involves preparing trays of food in advance, and then setting them to heat in chafing dishes until meal time. This involves far less strategizing with meal preparation and frees up time for hosts to spend with guests.
Holiday meals require a lot of effort, but some handy suggestions can ensure hosts have ample time to spend with loved ones.
Suffolk County Begins Comprehensive Water Resources Management Study
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real science in this study. Government can’t do this alone, it is important to work with Environmental Groups such as: Citizens Campaign for the Environment; Seatuck Environmental Association; Save the Great South Bay and South Shore Estuary Preserve; Peconic Bay Keepers,” said County Executive Romaine.
USGS monitoring stations will be installed and operated at Carlls River, Babylon; Sampawams Creek, Babylon; Connetquot River, Oakdale; Nissequogue River, Smithtown; and the Peconic River.
“It is of the utmost importance to maintain water quality to preserve public health, economic stability, and environmental resilience, but increasing challenges, such as nutrient pollution, emerging contaminants, and saltwater intrusion, will require sciencedriven, proactive solutions. This initiative will establish five strategically located stations that will continuously measure key water-quality indicators such as water temperature, specific conductance, dissolved oxygen, and nitrate,” said Legislator Flotteron.
Public engagement is considered a key element of effective water
stewardship. To increase awareness and access to real-time data, USGS proposes installing a single kiosk at the H. Lee Dennison Building in Hauppauge.
“I am proud to be leading this effort with our County Executive and USGS. This data will provide insights into groundwater sustainability and trends in water-quality conditions over a range of hydraulic conditions, thereby informing decisionmaking on stormwater management, wastewater treatment, and septic system improvements. This is essential for sustaining the highest quality in Public Health,” said Legislator Flotteron.
The Messiah Feeds The Hungry!
Through the generosity of the Church of St. Joseph, on Sunday, December 14th at 7:00 PM the renowned St. Joseph’s Choir and friends will once again 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. They will perform Handel’s MESSIAH and Bach’s Magnificat and more preceded by a moving candlelight procession. They are directed by Dr. Marie Drohan and accompanied by soloists, the Sophisticated Strings, trumpets, flute and harpsichord. 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. Babylon Village NY time before or after the concert. the church office at 631-669-0068 for more information.
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he holiday season is upon us and for many of us, that means baking is back on the agenda! Unlike baking for a small celebration or a simple late-night indulgence, baking during this time of year often means scaling upcreating larger batches and a wider variety of goodies to satisfy a large crowd or to distribute to many of your loved ones. The process can feel daunting, even for experienced bakers, as it requires extra planning, organization and time. But there’s no need to feel overwhelmed. With a few thoughtful strategies and practical tips, you can make your baking experience this holiday season not only manageable but truly enjoyable.
• Use reliable, vetted recipes. When it comes time to bake in bulk, stick to recipes that have been tried before and are successful. Choosing recipes that you know well and can replicate time and again with ease means it may be simpler to multiply that recipe on a larger scale.
• Pick short-baking recipes. If you must bake in bulk, choose recipes that don’t have long bake times. For example, one cheesecake can take two hours to bake, while you can make scores of cupcakes or cookies in that same amount of time.
• Prep as much in advance as possible. If you have more complicated recipes or designs, spread out the work over several
days. For cupcakes adorned with chocolate candies, for example, melt and mold the chocolate beforehand so each candy is ready to go when the cupcakes are done. Batters and doughs also can be made in advance and then refrigerated until needed. The French phrase “mise en place” means “everything in its place.” In cooking and baking, it refers to the practice of preparing and organizing all ingredients and equipment before cooking begins. This also is a worthwhile strategy when baking in bulk.
• Save on ingredients. Shopping sales or at a warehouse center can help you save on large quantities of butter, flour, sugar, and other items when baking in bulk.
• Create a schedule. Figure out how long each step for baking will take and then block out a schedule. This will help you determine how long each bake will take, and you can sort tasks according to need and freshness. Build in buffer time for things that may go awry.
• Have extra gear. Doubles or triples of certain gear can keep stopping and cleaning up between batches to a minimum. For example, while you may not have room for multiple stand mixers, you can invest in two or three bowls so you can have batter ingredients ready to go and then simply run through the
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NOVEMBER HAPPENINGS
THURSDAY, NOV. 20th
6:00PM-7:45PM
PAUMANACKE GARDEN CLUB OF WANTAGH
Wantagh Public Library, 3285 Park Ave. in Wantagh. A demonstration of Autumn centerpieces and tablescapes to decorate the Thanksgiving table. Floral arrangements will be raffled off. Lite refreshments will be served after the demonstration. For more information contact paumanackegc@ gmail.com
FRIDAY, NOV. 21st
6:00PM-9:00PM, SATURDAY, NOV. 22nd and SUNDAY NOV. 23rd
11:00AM-5:00PM ST. JAMES MODEL RAILROAD CLUB OPEN HOUSE
The parking lot for the Train Show is located at: 176 Mills Pond Road, St. James. There is a suggested donation, Adults $2.00, Children .50 *PLEASE NOTE: The St. James Model Railroad Club is not handicapped accessible* For more information call evenings 516-263-9607 or 631-543-8732
SATURDAY, NOV. 22nd
9:30AM-3:00PM
HOLIDAY FAIR
Gift Basket Raffles & Chinese Auction, Boutique Items, Crafts, Granny’s Attic, Lunch Available. Santa Will Be Here! Community Presbyterian Church, 1843 Deer Park Ave. in Deer Park. Free Admission / No Vendors. For more information, please call 631-242-0221
10:00AM–3:00PM THRIFT SHOP AND YARD SALE
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 information, please call 631.226.2636 x275 or send events to editorial@longislandmediagroup.com
Come one, Come all to St. Patrick’s Church, 305 Carll’s Path in Deer Park. New and slightly used clothes, shoes, jewelry, household items, books, vinyl records, CDs, DVDs, arts and crafts. Rent a table for $25.00. For more information, please call 631-242-7530
2:00PM-4:00PM RELIGION CONCERT
Give Me That Old Time Religion Concert featuring soprano soloist Kathryn Wilson. Come and enjoy a concert of those old hymns you rarely hear or sing anymore. Grace United Methodist Church, 515 S. Wellwood Ave., in Lindenhurst. For more information, please call 631-226-8690 A free will offering will be taken.
SUNDAY, NOV. 23rd
10:00AM-3:00PM HOLIDAY FAIR
2025 Massapequa Chamber of Commerce Holiday Fair at Memorare Caterers, 2183A Jackson Ave. in Seaford. Welcome the holiday season with this exciting event – including holiday shopping and lots of fun and festivities for the family! FREE photos with Santa 1100AM-1:00PM. Please bring a toy donation for a Free raffle. For more information, please call 516541-1443
TUESDAY, NOV. 25th
8:30AM
BUS TRIP TO WIND CREEK CASINO
BETHLEHEM, PA
Hosted by Joseph Barry Columbiettes. $60 pp, includes the driver’s tip. $35 slot play. Please Arrive at 8:30 a.m. Return approx. 8:30 p.m. Parking: 999 So. Oyster Bay Road (dead end).
Arthritis Foundation To Host Jingle Bell Run
For more information, please call Barbara 516-935-5576
SATURDAY, NOV. 29th
10:00AM-4:00PM
SNOWFLAKE SALE AND WINTER OPEN HOUSE
The Bay Shore Historical Society annual Snowflake Sale and Winter Open House. Stop by their Small Business Saturday sale at 22 Maple Ave. in Bay Shore. Enjoy holiday deals and explore their historic Bay Shore exhibits.There will be a visit from Victorian Santa beginning at 11:00am; stop by with your camera for a free family photo opportunity. For more information, please call 631-665-1700, email: bayshohissoc@ optonline.net
SUNDAY, NOV. 30th
8:30AM-4:00PM CHRISTMAS CRAFT FAIR
Join us for the Ss. Cyril & Methodius Christmas Craft Fair in the church hall. 125 Half Hollow Road in Deer Park. Shop from a variety of vendors. Enjoy basket raffles, 50/50s, and festive treats while supporting local artisans. For more information, please call Mike Gonzalez at 917-705-5355
9:00AM-11:00AM
BREAKFAST W/SANTA
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The Arthritis Foundation invites Long Islanders to lace up their sneakers, don their festive holiday gear and join the movement to conquer arthritis at the annual Jingle Bell Run, happening Saturday, December 6th at Hofstra University in Hempstead.
The Jingle Bell Run is a spirited, family-friendly 5K fundraising event that brings the community together to champion the Arthritis Foundation’s mission: fighting for a cure and championing the fight against the nation’s leading cause of disability.
Participants are encouraged to wear holiday-themed costumes, tie jingle bells to their shoes and celebrate the season while supporting a meaningful cause. The run begins at 10:30 am!
“All proceeds from the Jingle Bell Run support cutting-edge research, advocacy, and life-changing resources for the more
than 60 million Americans — including 300,000 children — living with arthritis,” said Alexis Stone, Executive Director, Arthritis Foundation, NYC. “It’s a fun, festive way to make a difference in the lives of those affected by arthritis right here in our community.”
The event is locally presented by Northwell Orthopedics and it welcomes runners, walkers, teams and corporate sponsors. Participants can register individually or as part of a team, and fundraising incentives are available for top fundraisers. The morning will feature music, refreshments, awards and plenty of holiday cheer. To register, visit www.jbr.org/ longisland.
Whether you run, walk or simply cheer, every step helps make a difference for the millions battling arthritis pain. Let’s jingle all the way to a cure!
