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Amity varsity football is ‘out’ By NIKO SCARLATOS sports@liherald.com

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Teagan Quinn, 9, is shown holding plaque. Her sister and her parents are to her right. She is joined by Babylon Town officials who recognized her project, Teagan’s Bear Hugs for Brave Kids.

Teagan Quinn turns her own fear into comfort for other children By CAROLYN JAMES cjames@liherald.com

Teagan Quinn, 9, of Lindenhurst knows what it feels like to be scared before a medical procedure. After undergoing three openheart surgeries before she turned 2, she decided to help other children facing similar fears. Teagan has a congenital heart defect called transposition of the great arteries and has three stents. All three of her surgeries were performed at Cohen’s Children’s Medical Cener. In 2025, she became an ambassador for the center and in 2026 she was named a Local Champion of the Children’s Miracle Network. “I chose to do this project because when I went for my presurgical testing I was really scared,” said Teagan as she spoke at a recent Babylon Town Board meeting. “So, I thought having a friend by their side would help.” That idea became a project to provide chil-

dren with something comforting to hold onto during difficult medical experiences. With the help of family and friends she began collecting stuffed teddy bears and zoo animals to deliver to deliver to children at the hospital who were awaiting medical procedures. . During the first delivery, Teagan, her parents Melissa and Joe, and her sister Chelsea delivered 87 teddy bears. For the second delivery, they brought 250 zoo animals, but she has not stopped there. She is currently collecting stuffed sea animals and hopes to deliver even more to the center. “Teagan is a great example of how one person can make a big difference,” said Babylon Town Councilman Terence McSweeney. “She has faced some very tough challenges but instead thinking only about herself, she chose to help other kids. That is an example of kindness and courage is something we can all learn from.”. For information on the Children’s Miracle Network go cmn.org/

Amityville High School’s football program will not compete at the varsity level this season, as district and athletic officials decided to move the team to a JV schedule citing a young roster, injuries and concerns surrounding player safety. The decision came Aug. 31 after the coaching staff and athletic department evaluated the team during the preseason. Officials determined the current roster did not have enough healthy upperclassmen depth to safely compete against varsity opponents. “We made every effort to compete at the varsity level this season, but ultimately we have to make decisions based on what is best for our student athletes,” Director of Athletics Evan Farkas said. “We have a very young roster and after accounting for injuries and the physical demands of varsity football, we determined that a junior varsity schedule is the safest and most appropriate path forward. This is a difficult decision but it gives our players the opportunity to develop the right way and gives us a strong foundation to rebuild

the varsity program.” The move represents a significant change for a program accustomed to varsity competition but school officials emphasized the decision is intended to protect the players while providing them with an opportunity to continue developing on the field. Section XI has four games listed for Amityville’s JV team, beginning at home on Sept. 22 versus Miller Place at 4:30 p.m. The Tide is also home Oct. 5 against Kings Park and hits the road Oct. 12 and 19 against Harborfields and Hampton Bays, respectively. First-year head coach Paul Mastronardi said the preseason evaluation made clear that the young Tide roster would benefit from competing at a lower level this season. “Our responsibility as coaches is to put our players in the best possible position to develop, compete and stay safe,” Mastronardi said. “Many of our players are only 14-years-old and are still developing physically and as football players. The preseason gave us an opportunity to evaluate where we are as a program and it became clear that competing at the junior varsity level is the right decision for this group. CONTINUED ON PAGE 2

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Amityville’s football program won’t field a varsity team in 2026. hearts for those on our varsity roster, especially for our three dedicated senior athletes, whose unwavering commitment and leadership during offseason workouts have set a standard for the entire program.” Rather than viewing the 2026 season as a setback, Amityville officials believe the JV schedule can serve as an important rebuilding year. The younger players will

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and sustainable manner.” The team has endured 12 straight losing seasons but was once one of the premier teams in Suffolk County. It won Suffolk and Long Island titles in 1999. For Amityville, this season will be less about varsity wins and losses and more about building the foundation for the program’s return to varsity football as soon as next year.

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Now our focus is on teaching fundamentals, building strength and confidence, and developing these young men into a team that can bring Amityville football back to the varsity level.” According to Amityville schools’ communication representative Joshua Soto, the decision was made with both immediate safety and the long-term future of the program in mind. “The decision is centered entirely on student-athlete safety and the long-term health of the program,” Soto said. “With limited healthy upperclassman depth, district and athletic officials determined that asking younger, developing players to compete at the varsity level would create physical, developmental and safety concerns.” Amityville Superintendent of Schools Gina Talbert released a statement to the school community on Aug. 31 that read in part: “I am writing to inform you that earlier this morning, the Amityville varsity football team coaching staff met with team members to discuss the stragegic direction of the district’s football program. Taking into account numerous player injuries on the varsity level, the program has made the decision to pause varsity competition for the upcoming season and focus all resources on a junior varsity schedule. “The choice was made with heavy

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Martha Peterson honored for decades of service By CAROLYN JAMES For Martha Peterson, living in Amityville is more than an address on her mailbox or a ZIP code. Peterson, who has lived in the village her entire life, has given back to her community as a volunteer and continues to do so. When responding to the question of why she devotes so much time and effort to these and other organizations, she says simply: “I do what I can do.” Peterson recently received Rotary’s Paul Harris Fellow Recognition Pin, presented by Amityville Rotary’s Foundation Chair Virginia Belling. “Martha’s dedication to Rotary and her unwavering commitment to serving our local community have made a lasting impact for decades,” said Belling. The Paul Harris Fellow award is a recognition given by Rotary International to individuals who are honored for their service in community work. The award is named after Rotary’s founder, Paul Harris, and has been awarded to Rotarians supporting humanitarian efforts worldwide since 1957. Peterson was the first woman to join the Amityville Rotary Club. She was encouraged to do so, she said, by Amityville resident Tom O’Neill, a Rotarian himself, World War II veteran, New York City motorcycle patrolman and a former treasurer of the Amityville School District. O’Neill died in 2001. As the first woman member of the Amityville Rotary Club, Martha helped pave the way for future generations of leaders. Her service includes serving as club president four times, a testa-

ment to the trust, respect and admiration she has earned from fellow Rotarians. She looks back on those early days and remembers being made to feel welcome to the club. She was shortly joined by other local women, including Jo Pettit and Linda Batz. Peterson grew up in Amityville and married Charles Kinne. They made their home in the village and had a son, Wesley, who, with his wife, Tracy, also continues to live in Amityville. Charles died of cancer at 32, and Peterson later married Arthur Peterson. The couple had a daughter Carol Anne Sandick who died in January. In addition to her volunteer work, Peterson was a longtime bank manager, first for Security Bank in Amityville, which later became National Bank. Following her retirement from that bank, she became manager of Chemical Bank in Amityville, under the guidance and encouragement of the late Humbert Martin. Upon receiving the award, Peterson said she was honored but did not believe that her work deserved such significant recognition. “I enjoy helping our in my community and working with my friends and neighbors,” she said, adding that was reward enough. Fellow Rotarian and 40-year friend Jo Pettit disagreed. “Martha is not only a kind, poised and dignified woman, but she gets things done,” said Pettit. “She is reliable and just a great person and I could not think of anyone more worthy of this recognition.”

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Boaters urged to be cautious of changing water conditions As Labor Day weekend marks the unofficial end of summer, and cool autumn days lie ahead, millions of Americans are expected to spend time on the water. America’s Boating Club is urging boaters to make safety a priority. “This is a great time to enjoy boating with family and friends, but it is also one of the busiest parts of the boating season,” Mike Wiedel, chief commander of America’s Boating Club, said in a release. “A little preparation and good judgment can prevent an enjoyable day on the water from becoming a tragedy.” Before leaving the dock, boaters should take several precautions: •Wear a life jacket. Everyone aboard should have a properly fitted, U.S. Coast Guard-approved life jacket available. Children should wear theirs whenever they are on or near the water. •Check the weather. Conditions can change quickly. Check the forecast and be prepared to return to shore if storms or high winds approach. •Avoid alcohol while operating the boat. Alcohol impairs judgment, balance and reaction time. Designate a sober operator before getting underway. •File a float plan. Tell someone where you are going, who is aboard and when you expect to return.

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and understand which vessel has the right of way. •Carry communication and emergency equipment. A fully charged phone in a waterproof case is useful, but boaters should also consider a VHF marine radio and

appropriate emergency signaling equipment. •Use an engine cutoff switch. When the boat is underway, the operator should use the engine cutoff switch as required by law and the manufacturer’s recommendations. •Stay alert. Increased boat traffic, swimmers, paddlecraft and changing conditions require everyone aboard to remain attentive. Boaters should also consider having their vessels checked before heading out. America’s Boating Club offers Vessel Safety Checks, giving boaters an opportunity to have qualified examiners review essential safety equipment and identify potential problems before they become emergencies. “Safe boating doesn’t have to be complicated,” Wiedel said in the release. “Wear your life jacket, stay sober and alert, know the rules and be prepared for changing conditions. Those simple steps can make the difference between a memorable holiday weekend and a preventable accident.” For more information about boating safety, educational courses and Vessel Safety Checks, visit America’s Boating Club online —Carolyn James

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In a separate incident the night of Aug. 30, a pedestrian was seriously injured in a car crash in West Babylon. Police said a man was walking in the eastbound lanes of Sunrise Highway, between Exit 37 and Exit 38, when he was struck by a 2014 Kia Optima at approximately 8:30 p.m. The victim, whose name has not yet been released, was transported to Good Samaritan University Hospital in West Islip for treatment of serious injuries. The driver of the Kia, Rosemarie Grispino, 50, of East Islip, was not injured. The vehicle was impounded for a safety check. Detectives are asking anyone with information on the crash to contact the First Squad at 631-854-8152.

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Farmingdale: A refrigerator/freezer combination was reported stolen from a storage unit at CubeSmart Self Storage, 505 Bi-County Blvd., Aug. 25. Police did not indicate the value of the appliance. North Babylon: An assortment of items, which police did not identify, was stolen from a storage area at 1251 Deer Park Ave. Aug. 25. The items were valued at $825.

Two separate motor vehicle accidents leave one dead another seriously injured Suffolk County Police First Squad detectives are investigating a motor vehicle crash that killed a pedestrian in East Farmingdale Sept. 1. Police gave this account: A woman, later identified as Meghann Jones, 43, was walking westbound across Route 110 at the intersection of Conklin Street when she was struck by a southbound 2011 Hyundai Sonata at approximately 8:30 p.m. Jones was transported to Nassau University Medical Center in East Meadow where she was pronounced dead. The driver of the Hyundai, Xavier Thomas, 30, of Farmingdale, was not injured. The vehicle was impounded for a safety check. Detectives are asking anyone with information on this crash to call the First Squad at 631-854-8152.

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A new year, a new canvas: painting a brighter year ahead By Rabbi Mitchell Nesenoff The New Year is not intended to be merely the turning of a calendar page or the welcoming of yet another year. Rather, its rich traditions, customs, foods and prayers invite us to truly begin anew — with the hope that we can see beyond ourselves and shape lives filled with greater possibility. Like works of art, our lives can become brighter, bolder, more creative and more vivid. We are afforded the opportunity to pause, reflect and honestly assess where we are, then, like the proverbial artist, add new colors to the canvas and palette of our lives. Artists strive to see beyond present reality and paint a brighter world. Though the shadows in life are very real, the portrait we create through our deeds and values ensures that the past need never overshadow the promise of the future. Even the name of our New Year, Rosh Hashanah, teaches us how this can become a new year rather than simply another year. Rosh means “head,” calling upon our intellect, wisdom, conscience and values to reflect upon our life’s journey. Shanah means “year,” but it also shares its root with the Hebrew concept of transformation and change. Thus, the “head of the year” invites us to use our minds creatively and thoughtfully to make the changes that will render our lives more

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Rabbi Mitchell Nesenoff of Congregation Beth El, Babylon meaningful, fulfilling and blessed. The symbolism of Tashlikh — casting bread into flowing waters — reminds us that we need not remain the same. We can cast away the corrosion and rust that accumulate upon our souls and polish the values that define who we aspire to become. We can turn over a new leaf and begin a new chapter. Our prayers remind us that lasting change begins with a single step in the

right direction Even our culinary traditions carry profound meaning. As we drizzle honey over round challah and dip apples into sweetness, we are reminded not only to wish and pray for a sweet year, but to create one. We are called to add sweetness, kindness, generosity and compassion to our own lives, transforming our hopes into daily acts of goodness toward others.

Yom Kippur then greets us by asking us to pause in the most dramatic fashion. We temporarily step away from the ordinary rhythms of eating, drinking and physical gratification. For this one sacred day, health permitting, we fast so that we may focus less upon our physical desires and more upon our spiritual aspirations. The world around us is too often filled with corruption, violence, venom and darkness. Yom Kippur affords us the opportunity, like an artist standing before a blank canvas, to envision how we might paint our world with brighter colors — compassion, kindness, ethical living and spiritual resilience. May this New Year offer us the opportunity to reset our journeys so that we may bring greater harmony, healing, hope and peace into our own lives, our community and our world. That is the promise of 5787: the premise that we each possess the ability to transform our lives into works of art that shine ever more brightly with joy, faith and purpose. On behalf of my wife, Marjie, and my entire family, we wish everyone a heartfelt Shanah Tovah. May we, like a great artist, paint our lives into ever more beautiful works of art in the year ahead. Congregation Beth Sholom is at 441 Deer Park Ave., Babylon.

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Sister Rita Smith remembered for service to Babylon community Sister Rita Smith, a Lindenhurst native who spent decades serving Long Island students and families, including through addiction counseling in Babylon, died Aug. 23. She was 93 and had served as a Sister of St. Dominic of Amityville for almost 74 years. In 2007, Sister Rita became the intake coordinator for the Town of Babylon Division of Drug and Alcohol after years of counseling students and families affected by drug and alcohol abuse. She also used those counseling skills at Crossings Recovery Centers in Babylon and

Deer Park. Born July 20, 1933, to Robert and Mary (Walsh) Smith in Lindenhurst, Rita was one of 12 living children in the family. She and her siblings attended Our Lady of Perpetual Help School, where they were taught by the Sisters of St. Dominic. Rita continued her education at Queen of the Rosary Academy in Amityville. Rita was received as a postulant of the Sisters of St. Dominic on Sept. 6, 1952. On Aug. 4, 1953, Rita, along with her “set,” known as the “Pink Carnations,” was clothed in the Dominican habit. She was

certification in drug given the religious name Sister Jude Marand alcohol counseling tin. The group profrom South Oaks. She fessed First Vows on used those skills at St. Aug. 7, 1954, and Final John the Baptist and Vows on Aug. 7, 1957. Crossings Recovery She received her Centers. Bachelor of Arts degree Upon retirement, from Molloy College, she worked as a volunnow University, in teer in many capaciRockville Centre, a ties. Master of Arts degree Sister Rita was in Pastoral Ministry described by some of from Immaculate Conher fellow sisters as a ception Seminary in quiet peace-maker, Huntington, and a Cerhonest, authentic, and tificate in Counseling a compassionate, loyal, in Drug and AlcoholSISTER RITA SMITH prayerful woman who ism from South Oaks was good company, Institute in Amityville. Sister taught at the comfortable to be elementary school level for 30 years, around, and a great dancer! including at Our Lady of Lourdes School Rita was predeceased by her parents in Massapequa Park and Our Lady of and all of her siblings. She will be missed Perpetual Help School in Lindenhurst. by many nieces and nephews, grandniecShe also taught at schools in South Ozone es and grandnephews, members of the Park, Riverhead and Hicksville, as well Sisters of St. Dominic and friends. as a child development center in WestThe wake and funeral were held in St. bury. Albert Chapel in the Motherhouse in In 1984, Sister Rita moved into secondAmityville on Tuesday, Sept. 1. Interary education at St. John the Baptist ment in St. Dominic Cemetery will take High School in West Islip. She realized place at a later date. that there was a problem with drug and alcohol abuse among some students and their families, prompting her to get her —Carolyn James

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During November 2024, Herman was on Park Avenue in New York City to highlight a Jackson Pollock painting at Phillips Auction. Between Herman and the painting was an enlargement of a “Vogue” July 1954 photograph with furniture designer Florence Knoll and her blonde Afghan Hound relaxing where the painting hung in her apartment. Herman’s promos were on Instagram, and the Pollock sold for $15.335 million.

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Herman performed in scenes for two movies that will be released soon. In a movie starring Denzel Washington, filmed in Hoboken, an actor walks Herman at night. When he returns home, he finds his apartment was robbed. Last spring, in a film starring Cameron Diaz, Herman acted at the Plaza Hotel in New York City as an Afghan on leash, belonging to a wealthy lady checking in with her Louis Vuitton bags who exasperates the concierge. Herman is her innocent, yet flashy pooch. I am looking forward to staying with my nephew, Herman, next week. I will shower him with adulation, but he has no idea I got him the part in the skit on national television.

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Herman posing in front of the Jackson Pollock painting before the 2024 bidding at Phillips Auction House in NYC. The Pollock sold for almost $16 million.

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Fireworks and fun at Amityville Beach Blast The Village of Amityville held its annual Beach Blast at Amityville Village Beach, bringing friends and families together for an end-of-summer celebration featuring music by The Band High Street and fireworks. “We had an absolutely perfect night on the Great South Bay for our annual Beach Blast and had a great crowd,” said Mayor Michael O’Neill. “We reached what I think might be a record crowd this year with over 600 beachgoers counted and hundreds more in the park for the fireworks—it was a spectacular evening.”

O’Neill thanked the village’s Department of Public Works, Amityville Fire Department and Police Department, along with Village Fire Marshal Vincent Bologna and Trustee Roger Smith, who planned and managed the event. “We were able to deploy our new Fire Department boat to patrol the water and appreciate the support we had from several neighboring departments and agencies including the Bay Constable who were all on standby to ensure safety.” —Carolyn James

Photos Courtesy Amityville Village

Jerry and Diane O’Neill with brother, Ted enjoying the event.

Concessionaire Jessica Berry served up burgers, hot dogs and other favorites.

Attendees enjoying the fireworks that lit up the sky in Amityville.

Mayor Michael O’Neill, right, greeted members of The Band High Street who performed.

Over on the volleyball courts, South Bay Volleyball tournament champs showed their skills.

Amityville Police Officers Will End, Robert Antonellis and Brian Governanti and their families caught up at the event.

There were ooh’s and aah’s as a fireworks display came to Amityville

CALENDAR OF EVENTS

SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 12

• Amityville Village Farmers Market: 9 a.m. to 1 p.m., First United Methodist Church, 25 Broadway, Amityville. The market will be every Saturday until October 24. For more information, call (631) 264-0152. • Church Attic Thrift Shop: 10 a.m. to 1 p.m., First United Methodist Church, 25 Broadway, Amityville. For information, call (631) 264-0152 or email amitychurch1792@gmail.com. • St. Mary’s Thrift Shop: 10:30 a.m. to 1 p.m., 175 Broadway, Amityville, enter from rear parking lot. Lots of collectibles, glassware, clothing and other gently used items. For information, call (631) 464-4899.

SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 13

• Simpson United Methodist Church Thrift Shop: 10 a.m. to 1 p.m., 30 Locust Ave., Amityville. For more information, call (631) 789-2569.

MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 14

• Town of Babylon Planning Board Meeting: 7 p.m., Town Board Room, Babylon Town Hall, 200 E. Sunrise Highway, Lindenhurst. For more information, please call (631) 957-4434. • Copiague School District Board of Education Meeting: 7 p.m., Everett E. Newmann III Administrative Offices at Copiague Middle School, 2650 Great Neck Road, Copiague. For more information, please call (631)-842-4015.

TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 15

• Town of Babylon Accessory Apartment Review Board Meeting: 6 p.m., Town Board Room, Babylon Town Hall, 200 E. Sunrise Highway, Lindenhurst. For more information, please call (631) 957-7468. • Emotional Health Recovery and Support Group: 7:30 to 9 p.m., Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 9592, 55

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• Town of Babylon Rental Review Board Meeting: 6 p.m., Town Board Room, Babylon Town Hall, 200 E. Sunrise Highway, Lindenhurst. For more information, please call (631) 957-4434. • Amityville School District Board of Education Meeting, Combined Session: 7:30 p.m., Park Avenue Elementary School, 140 Park Ave., Amityville. For more information, please contact Chandana Banerjee at (631) 565-6002 or email districtclerk@amityvilleufsd.org. • Emotional Health Recovery and Support Group: 7:30 to 9 p.m. Free weekly, virtual meeting of Emotions Anonymous, a 12-step support group for anyone experiencing emotional difficulties. For more information, call Steve at (631) 332-0552 or Jill at (516) 220-7808. All calls are confidential. • Church Attic Thrift Shop: 10 a.m. to 3 p.m., First United Methodist Church, 25 Broadway, Amityville. For information, call (631) 264-0152 or email amitychurch1792@gmail.com. The Herald will print public meetings and event notices for not-forprofit organizations at no charge and as space permits. To have an item considered for publication, email cbabirad@liherald.com. Please send items two weeks in advance.

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Village of Amityville holding Community Garage Sale The Village of Amityville will be hosting their Community Garage Sale on Sept. 12 from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Browse and shop unique items at dozens of homes. In case of inclement weather, a rain date will be scheduled for Sept. 19. For more information, please call (631) 264-6000. Please visit Amityville.gov for sale locations.

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• Simpson United Methodist Church Thrift Shop: 10 a.m. to 1 p.m., 30 Locust Ave., Amityville. For more information, call (631) 789-2569. • St. Mary’s Thrift Shop: 10:30 a.m. to 3 p.m., 175 Broadway, Amityville, enter from rear parking lot. Lots of collectibles, glassware, clothing and other gently used items. For information, call (631) 464-4899.

Hickory Lane, Levittown. Free weekly, in-person meeting of Emotions Anonymous, a 12-step support group for anyone experiencing emotional difficulties. For more information, call Steve at (631) 332-0552 or Jill at (516) 220-7808. All calls are confidential. • Church Attic Thrift Shop: 10 a.m. to 3 p.m., First United Methodist Church, 25 Broadway, Amityville. For information, call (631) 264-0152 or email amitychurch1792@gmail.com.

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THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 10

• Town of Babylon Zoning Board of Appeals Meeting: 6 p.m., Town Board Room, Babylon Town Hall, 200 E. Sunrise Highway, Lindenhurst. For more information, please call (631) 957-3012. • Amityville Rotary Club Meeting: 8 a.m., Brownstones Coffee, 55 Merrick Road, Amityville. For more information, please call President Carolyn Dodd at (631) 374-8712. • Church Attic Thrift Shop: 10 a.m. to 3 p.m., First United Methodist Church, 25 Broadway, Amityville. For information, call (631) 264-0152 or email amitychurch1792@gmail.com.

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ARRESTS

Driving while intoxicated/impaired: Juliana Fulgieri, 20, of 828 14th St., West Babylon; Gerard Berry, 45, of 461 Arnold Ave., West Babylon; Caitlin Hopper, 26, of 29 Dulittle St., North Babylon; Carl Regestre, 35, of 342 Nicholls Road, Deer Park; Julio Zelaya, 39, of 10 Hawkins Blvd., Copiague; Joseph Castellano, 60, of 20 Vincent Court, West Babylon. Robbery: Frankie Rossomango, 49, of 36 Ralph Ave., Babylon. Grand larceny: Elijah Pagan, 34, of 133 Cortland St., Lindenhurst;

Andrew Williams, 42, of 18 West Jefferson St., North Amityville. Petit larceny: Traci Presley, 25, of 55 5th Ave., Bay Shore; James Wilson, 35, of 3553 Great Neck Road, North Amityville; Yvette Williams, 45, of 166 Essex St., West Babylon; Frank Darrigo, 30, of 590 N. Putnam Ave., Lindenhurst; Jack Carson, 35, of 1001 Montauk Highway, West Islip; Tiager Collier, 24, of 40 Davidson St., Wyandanch; Karen Aiello, 64, of 2692 Heather Ave., Medford. Robbery: Justin Fink, 50, of 208 7th Ave., North Lindenhurst. Menacing with a weapon: Rainiero Ramirez, 36, of 59 Fredrick Ave., North Bay Shore.

People named in Crime Watch items as having been arrested and charged with violations or crimes are only suspected of committing those acts of which they are accused. They are all presumed to be innocent of those charges until and unless found guilty in a court of law.

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AMHS reunion for classes ‘71-‘79 set for October Graduates of Amityville Memorial High School from the classes of 1971 through 1979 are invited to reconnect during a two-day reunion celebration in Amityville this October. The festivities will begin Friday, Oct. 9, from 7 to 10 p.m. at Carney’s, 136 Broadway in Amityville. Admission is $30 per person, with a cash bar and happy hour. The reunion will continue Saturday, Oct. 10, from 7 to 11 p.m. at the Unqua Yacht Club, 31 Unqua Place in Amityville. Tickets are

$146 per person and include an open bar, dinner and music. The deadline to RSVP is Sept. 10. Those attending should include their name, including maiden name if applicable, address, phone number, email address and graduation year. For more information or to RSVP, email gold5e@aol.com or text (516) 987-6241. Responses may also be mailed to 57 Meadow Lane, Amityville, NY. Payments can be made through Zelle to gold5e@aol.com.

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Dutch Apple Pie Apple-Berry Crisp

Bring the orchard home Apple picking season arrives By Karen Bloom

here’s something quintessentially fall about wandering through an orchard, basket in hand, in search of the perfect apple. As September settles in, we wait for the air to turn crisp and the leaves to begin their colorful transformation. Meanwhile local orchards are coming alive with the sights, scents and flavors of harvest time. There are baskets to fill, cider to sip and plenty of reasons to gather family and friends for a leisurely day outdoors. Apple season typically stretches well into October, giving plenty of time to visit a nearby orchard and bring home a bounty of crisp, juicy fruit. And with dozens of varieties to choose from, there’s an apple for every palate and practically every recipe. For eating fresh, look for favorites such as Honeycrisp, McIntosh, Macoun, Empire and Gala — varieties prized for their crisp texture and sweet-tart flavor. For baking, apples such as Cortland, Empire, Rome, Granny Smith and McIntosh hold their own in pies, crisps, cakes and other autumn favorites. Mixing several varieties can add even more depth of flavor to a dessert. Some apples are particularly well suited to sauces and other dishes. McIntosh and Paula Red, for example, soften beautifully when cooked, while Cortland’s flesh resists browning, making it a natural choice for salads and other recipes where appearance matters. Of course, no orchard outing is complete without fresh-pressed cider — another quintessential taste of the season. Whether you enjoy your apples straight from the tree, baked into a warm dessert or transformed into a savory dish, there’s no better time to celebrate the harvest. So fill your basket, head home and get cooking. These delicious recipes are a perfect way to savor the season, one apple at a time.

Dutch Apple Pie

Pie is always a welcome fall treat, whether

as a scrumptious ending to a meal, or even as a snack. Crust: • 1 cup all-purpose flour • 1/2 teaspoon salt • 1/3 cup plus 1 tablespoon shortening • 2 to 3 tablespoons cold water Filling: • 8 cups sliced cored peeled apples • 1/2 cup granulated sugar • 1/4 cup all-purpose flour • 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon • 1 tablespoon lemon juice Topping: • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened • 1 cup all-purpose flour • 2/3 cup packed brown sugar • 1 tablespoon granulated sugar In medium bowl, mix 1 cup flour and the salt. Cut in shortening, using pastry blender (or pulling 2 table knives through ingredients in opposite directions), until particles are size of small peas. Sprinkle with cold water, 1 tablespoon at a time, tossing with fork until all flour is moistened and pastry almost leaves side of bowl (1 to 2 teaspoons more water can be added if necessary). Gather pastry into a ball. Shape into flattened round on lightly floured surface. Wrap flattened round of pastry in plastic wrap, and refrigerate about 45 minutes or until dough is firm and cold, yet pliable. This allows the shortening to become slightly firm, which helps make the baked pastry more flaky. If refrigerated longer, let pastry soften slightly before rolling. Heat oven to 400° F. On surface sprinkled with flour, using floured rolling pin, roll pastry dough into circle 2 inches larger than 9-inch pie plate. Fold pastry into fourths; place in pie plate. Unfold and ease into plate, pressing firmly against bottom and side and being careful not to stretch pastry, which will cause it to shrink when baked. Trim overhanging edge of pastry

1 inch from rim of pie plate. Fold and roll pastry under, even with plate; flute as desired. In large bowl, toss filling ingredients. Pour into pie plate, mounding apples toward center. In medium bowl, use pastry blender or fingers to mix butter, 1 cup flour and the brown sugar until a crumb forms. Sprinkle evenly over top of pie. Sprinkle 1 tablespoon granulated sugar on top. Bake 45 to 55 minutes or until pie crust and crumb topping are deep golden brown and filling begins to bubble. Transfer to cooling rack to cool.

As summer gives way to fall, head to the garden and celebrate the timeless cycle of planting, harvesting and renewal. Families can dig into the season, get hands in the soil and discover the traditions that connect people, plants and place at Planting Fields Park’s Community Garden. Join Shane Weeks and Tecumseh Ceaser of the Metoac Indigenous Collective for a hands-on morning exploring Indigenous gardening practices, the cultural importance of native plants, sustainable harvesting techniques and the vital tradition of saving seeds for future generations. The experience then continues in the garden, where participants help replenish the soil with nutrient-rich local seaweed before creating native wildﬂower seed balls to take home. It’s a fun way to support pollinators and carry the garden’s spirit of growth into your own backyard.

Saturday, Sept. 10, 10 a.m.-noon. Information available at plantingﬁelds. org or call (516) 922-9210. Planting Fields Park, 1395 Planting Fields Road, Oyster Bay.

Apple-Berry Crisp

Crumbles and crisps offer the flavor of homemade pie without the fuss of making pastry. • 5 Golden Delicious or Rome apples, peeled, cored, and sliced • 2 cups fresh or frozen blackberries, blueberries, cranberries or raspberries • 3/4 cup packed brown sugar • 1 1/2 teaspoons ground cinnamon • 1/3 cup unsifted all-purpose flour • 1/8 teaspoon salt • 5 tablespoons butter • 1/3 cup quick rolled oats Note: If using cranberries, add two tablespoons more brown sugar to apple-berry mixture, since cranberries are especially tart. Heat oven to 375° F. Lightly grease a 1 1/2to 2-quart baking dish. In large bowl, combine apples, berries, 1/4 cup brown sugar, and 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon; toss to blend. Place appleberry mixture in prepared dish. In medium-sized bowl, combine flour, salt, remaining 1/2 cup brown sugar, and 1 teaspoon cinnamon. With pastry blender or two knives, cut in butter until mixture is crumbly; stir in oats. Sprinkle mixture over apples and bake 40 to 45 minutes or until apples are tender and topping is crisp and golden.

‘The Rocketman Show’ Remember when rock was young? You will after this enthralling show, starring Scotsman Rus Anderson — Elton John’s official stunt and body double for various “Farewell Yellow Brick Road” world tour projects. Hand picked by Elton and David Furnish, it was Rus’ own live Broadway-esque production “The Rocket Man Show” that got him noticed. Rus storms around the stage with a fun-loving sense of flamboyance; part diva, killer vocalist, fierce piano player. His painstaking attention to detail includes wearing spectacular costumes, including Elton’s iconic boots, glasses and jumpsuits from 1973, as well as a sparkly Swarovski tuxedo from 1984.

Thursday, Sept. 17, 8 p.m. Tickets available at ticketmaster.com or paramountny.com. The Paramount, 370 New York Ave., Huntington.

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Wendy Klemperer: Wrought Taxonomies

Vanderbilt Museum welcomes everyone to enjoy the exhibition of outdoor sculpture at the historic summer estate of William Kissam Vanderbilt II. Klemperer’s sculptures. a haunting assemblage of animal forms that span imaginary, endangered, familiar, and exotic species, celebrate natural history and the nonhuman world through evocative interactions with the surrounding environment. Using materials salvaged from scrapyards, she composes ecological narratives that respond to the history and collections of Suffolk County’s first public park and museum. Her brilliant use of gestural lines captures the spectator’s attention and invites museum-goers to reflect on the relationship between an interest in animal life and the incessant push of human industry. Visitors are encouraged to picnic on the grounds. • Where: 180 Little Neck Road, Centerport • Time: 10 a.m.-5 p.m. • Contact: vanderbiltmuseum.org or call (631) 854-5579

‘Everybody Loves Raymond: Celebrating 30 Years’ Visit the Long Island Music and Entertainment Hall of Fame for an immersive exhibit (designed by LIMEHOF Creative Director, renowned designer Kevin O’Callaghan). It features the 70-foot-wide set from the show’s recent 30th anniversary TV special on CBS, never before on display. Visitors can walk into the world of the Barone family and explore their home through original studio sets, which include the living room, the kitchen and other areas of the house. Also see a variety of iconic items, including original clothing, the famous fork and spoon, and the Christmas toaster, among other classic items from the series. Multimedia clips, including behind the scenes and rare out-takes and a range of related videos play in LIMEHOF’s surround sound theater. • Where: 97 Main St., Stony Brook • Time: 11 a.m.-6 p.m. • Contact: limusichalloffame.org or (631) 689-5888

Town of Babylon 9/11 Remembrance Ceremony The Town of Babylon together with the Town of Babylon Chiefs Association host a memorial ceremony to mark the 25th anniversary of the World Trade Center tragedy. Following the ceremony, there will be an unveiling of the Town of Babylon’s Post 9/11 Memorial.

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bands to arise out of the New York metropolitan area music scene – even though they have been writing and performing their catchy, eclectic brand of pop-rock songs since they were just kids. The band’sname came from a former drummer who discovered it in a biker novel, where it denoted a future in which the so-called races of humans would all blend into a single “blue race.” bluerace has released four full-length albums that are available wherever music is sold and streamed online. • Where: 97 Main St., Stony Brook • Time: 3 p.m. • Contact: limusichalloffame.org or (631) 689-5888

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Michael Carbonaro

Michael Carbonaro returns with Wonderboy, his all-new live tour from the star of truTV’s “The Carbonaro Effect.” Packed with audience participation, sly improv, and his signature reality-twisting illusions, Carbonaro delivers a high-energy, laugh-filled experience for all ages. Part magician, part comedian, all mischief-maker —Wonderboy is where magic is the superpower, laughter is the sidekick and reality doesn’t stand a chance. The multi-talented actor-magician-comedian has built a career turning the ordinary into the extraordinary. Best known for his hit “The Carbonaro Effect,” he’s made millions laugh in astonishment by blending quick-witted comedy with jaw-dropping illusions in everyday settings. Now he delights everyone with his newest adventure, Michael Carbonaro: Wonderboy — a tour where audiences discover him as the Hero of Mischief, in a world where magic is the superpower and laughter is the sidekick. An accomplished actor, he’s appeared in “Law & Order: SVU,” “CSI: Miami,” and “Grey’s Anatomy,” among other projects. As a magician, he’s been named Magician of the Year by the Academy of Magical Arts and is the sole recipient of the Copperfield Prize, awarded for elevating the art of magic itself. A performing magician • Where: The Paramount, 370 New York Ave., Huntington since his youth, Carbonaro studied experimental theater at New York University with the • Time: 7:30 p.m. aspirations of entertaining audiences through a variety of theatrical mediums, including hidden-camera magic, which he later showcased frequently on late night TV, prior to his own • Contact: ticketmaster.com or paramountny.com series. Bringing wonder, mischief and magic to the stage — reality doesn’t stand a chance. • Where: Town of Babylon September 11, 2001 Hometown Memorial site, between Overlook and Cedar Beach • Time: 6 p.m. • Contact: (631) 957-3000

First Presbyterian Church of Babylon Food Pantry This food pantry is available for anyone in need of a little extra support. • Where: First Presbyterian Church of Babylon, 79 E. Main St., Babylon • Time: 10 a.m.-1 p.m., ongoing • Contact: (631) 587-5838, administration@firstpresbabylon. org, firstpresbabylon.org.

Thrift Shop Stop by Simpson United Methodist Church’s Thrift Shop for some unique finds. • Where: 30 Locust Ave., Amityville • Time: 10 a.m.-1 p.m. • Contact: (631) 789-2569

St. Mary’s Thrift Shop Stop by St. Mary’s Thrift Shop to check out some found treasures. Choose from collectibles, glassware, clothing and other

gently used items. • Where: St. Mary’s, 175 Broadway, Amityville (enter from rear parking lot) • Time: 10:30 a.m.-3 p.m. • Contact: (631) 464-4899

Oedipus by Sophocles Vanderbilt Museum’s Shakespeare in the Courtyard series continues with the Athenian tragedy, one of the great landmarks of Western theater. It’s performed by the Carriage House Players in the Mansion’s beautiful Spanish Revival courtyard. $20, $15 seniors and students. • Where: 180 Little Neck Road, Centerport • Time: 8 p.m.: also Aug. 30 and Sept. 2 • Contact: vanderbiltmuseum. org or call (631) 854-5579

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Village Garage Sale

Take part in Amityville Village’s annual Garage Sale. Shoppers will make the rounds at various homes hosting sales. Visit Amityville.gov to view the map of sales and plan your shopping day.

• Where: Throughout Amityville Village • Time: 8 a.m. • Contact: (631) 264-6000

Farmers Market Stop by for fresh produce and products from various vendors. Open every Saturday until Oct 24. • Where: First United Methodist Church, 25 Broadway, Amityville • Time: 9 a.m.-1 p.m. • Contact: (631) 264-0152

Church Attic Thrift Shop First United Methodist Church welcomes all to their weekly thrift shop. • Where: 25 Broadway, Amityville • Time: 10 a.m.-1 p.m. • Contact: (631) 264-0152 or email amitychurch1792@ gmail.com

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The Long Island Music and Entertainment Hall of Fame welcomes bluerace. The band is one of the more prolific under-the-radar

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Copiague BOE meets The Copiague Board of Education holds their next meeting. All are welcome to attend.

• Where: Everett E. Newmann III Administrative Offices at Copiague Middle School, 2650 Great Neck Road, Copiague • Time: 7 p.m. • Contact: (631)-842-4015

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Celebrating Alexander’s Angels

Showcasing what people with Down Syndrome can do, Alexander’s Angels Got Talent, AAGT, performs at the Madison Theater. Admission is $15. • Where: Madison Theatre, Molloy University,1000 Hempstead Ave., Rockville Centre • Time: 8 p.m. • Contact: madisontheatreny.org

Having an event? Items on the Calendar page are listed free of charge. The Herald welcomes listings of upcoming events, community meetings and items of public interest. All submissions should include date, time and location of the event, cost, and a contact name and phone number. Submissions can be emailed to kbloom@liherald.com.

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IN THE SUPERIOR COURT OF FRANKLIN COUNTY STATE OF GEORGIA JACLYN M PALADINO, Plaintiff, v. THOMAS PALADINO, Defendant Civil Action No. 25 FV0377 ORDER FOR SERVICE OF PUBLICATION. Plaintiff having moved the Court for an order directing service to be made upon defendant Thomas Paladino in the above styled action by publication of summons, and it appearing to the Court from the verified Complaint and Affdavit in support of such motion that Defendant is a nonresident and that the action is an action in which a defendant may be served by publication to O.G.G.A. 9-10-71 it is ORDERED that service Upon Thomas Paladino be made by publication as provided by law. This 8th of December, 2025, Chris Nesmith Judge, Superior Court Northern Judicial District presented by: Jac-

lyn M. Paladino, Plaintiff pro se. 12/17, 12/24, 12/31, 1/7 7908287 26-173 8/19, 26, 9/2, 9 Notice of formation of BAL SISTERS LLC. Articles of Organization filed with the Secretary of State of New York (SSNY) on January 26, 2026. Office located in Suffolk County. SSNY has been designated for service of process. SSNY shall mail copy of any process served against the LLC to 50 Greybarn Lane, 311, Amity ville, New York 11701. Purpose: any lawful purpose. 26-182. 9/2, 9, 16, 23, 30 10/7 NOTICE is hereby given that the B OARD OF APPEALS of the Village of Amityville will hold a Public Hearing in the Court Room of Village Hall, 21 Ireland Place, Amityville, NY at 7:00 P.M. on THURSDAY, September 17th, 2026, to consider the following applications: Application of Donald Chabus on behalf of Jennie Sorio. Applicant seeks a variance to install a 6-foot vinyl fence on a parcel abutting a waterway pursuant to Section 183-139 A. (1) of the Village of Amityville Code. Premises located on the East side of Stuart Avenue approximately 695 feet South of Bingham Place in a “Residential B” District known as 64 Stuart Avenue a/k/a SCTM# 101-13-712. Application of Dominick Boccio. Appli-

cant seeks a variance to install a 6-foot vinyl fence pursuant to Section 183-139 A. (2) of the Village of Amityville Code. Premises located on the East side of Central Avenue approximately 215 feet North of Riverside Street in a “Residential B” District known as 18 Central Avenue a/k/a SCTM# 10111-9-23. Application of Jean Daniels. Applicant seeks a variance to install a 6-foot wood fence pursuant to Section 183-139 A. (2) of the Village of Amityville Code. Premises located on the North side of Cedar Street approximately 175 feet West of Park Avenue in a “Residential C” District known as 85 Cedar Street a/k/a SCTM# 101-5-6-14. Ap p l i c a t i o n o f Chriss Silverstein. Ap p l i c a n t s e e k s a Use Variance to maintain an existing accessory structure as a dwelling unit pursuant to Section 183-9 of the Village of Amityville Code. Premises located on the Northeast corner of Ocean Avenue and Bayside Avenue in a “Residential A” District known as 218 Ocean Avenue a/k/a SCTM# 10111-12-8. Application of Allen Williams. Applicant seeks to renew a previously approved Special Exception to exceed the maximum allowable height for a fence abutting a waterway pursuant to Section 183-139 A. (1) of the Village of Amityville Code. Premises located on the West side of Stuart Avenue approximately 920 feet south of Bingham Place in a “Residential B” District known as 75 Stuart Avenue a/k/a

SCTM#101-13-6-14. Application of Michael Bello as agent for Thomas Sauers. Applicant seeks to renew a previously approved Special Exception for a nonowner-o ccupied two-family dwelling pursuant to Section 183-82 A (10) (c) of the Village Code. Premises located on the Northeast corner of Merrick Road and Ketcham Avenue in a “B-2 Business” District known as 48 Merrick Road a/k/a SCTM#101-7-2-19. Application of Eileen Krupa. Applicant seeks to renew a previously approved Special Exception for a non-owner-occupied two-family dwelling pursuant to Section 183-43 C (6) of the Village Code. Premises located on the Northwest corner of Oak Street and Wellington Place in a “Residential B” District known as 60 Oak Street, a/k/a SCTM#101-4-3-38. Application of Sergio and James Caracciolo. Applicants seek to renew a previously approved Special Exception for an owner-occupied, two-family dwelling pursuant to 183-43 C (6) of the Village Code. Premises located on the South side of Oak St approximately 953 ft. West of Bayview Ave in a "Residential B" District known as 79 Oak St a/k/a SCTM#101-6-1-1. By Order of The Zoning Board of Appeals, Village of Amityville Catherine Murdock, Clerk/Treasurer 26-183. 9/2, 9 NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING BY THE TOWN OF BABYLON ACCESSORY A PA RT M E N T REVIEW BOARD

Pursuant to provisions of Local L aw # 9 of the Babylon Town Code, notice is hereby given that the Town of Babylon Accessory Apartment Review Board will hold a public hearing in t he Tow n B o ard Meeting Room in the East Wing of Town Hall, 200 East Sunrise Highway, Lindenhurst, New York on Tuesday eve, September 15th, 2026. Public hearings begin 6:00pm. N E W APPLICATIONS: •Tomas Solis APMT-26-42 51 Mount Ave Wy an d an c h , N Y 11798 SCTM#0100-55-330.007 •Chelsea Quaranta APMT-26-40 149 Osceola Ave Deer Park, NY 11729 SCTM# 0100-27-177 • S i r h e e n Chowdhury APMT-26-67 248 6th Street Deer Park, NY 11729 SCTM#0100-874-77 •Tamer Sezer APMT-26-111 108 Granada Pkwy Lindenhurst, NY 11757 SCTM#0100-226-286 •Jeffrey Archer APMT-26-94 105 Granada Pkwy Wheatley Heights, NY 11798 SCTM#0100-10-119 •Amrik KaranSarpal APMT-26-8 467 Carlls Path Deer Park, NY 11729/SCTM#0100441-35 P r i n t i n g Instructions: R E N E WA L S B Y A F F I DAV I T APPLICANTS, ARE NOT REQUIRED TO APPEAR. ALL NEW CASES WILL BE HEARD IN

THE ORDER IN WHICH THEY ARE ADVERTISED. All interested persons should appear at the above time and place by order of S an d r a T h om a s , Chairperson, A c c e s s o r y Apartment Review B o a r d , To w n o f B abylon, Nor th Lindenhurst, Suffolk County, New York. Amityville Record: We d ne s d ay, 9 t h , 2026 26-186. 9/9 NOTICE OF FORMATION OF LIBERTY GROOMING LLC Articles of Organization filed with the Secretary of State of New York (SSNY) on 08/27/2026. Office locailon: Suffolk County, SSNY has been designated as agent o1 the LLC upon whom process ogainst it may be served. SSNY shall mail a process servecl to: 9 Norman avenue Amltyvlllo NY 11701 Purpose Any lawful act 26-185 9/9, 116, 23, 30, 10/7,14 Notice of formation of Go-Potty LLC Articles of Organization filed with the Secretary of State of New York (SS Y) on 7/21/2026 O f f i c e location, County of Suffolk SSNY has been designated as agent of the LLC upon whom process against it may be served. SSNY shall mail a process served to: G o-Potty LLC 277 Pacific Street, Copiague NY 11726. Purpose: any lawful act. 26-187. 9/9, 16, 23, 30, 10/7, 14

The Town of Babylon Rental Review Board will hold a Public Hearing at The Town of Babylon 200 East Sunrise Highway, Lindenhurst, New York (East Wing Board Room) on Wednesday, September 16, 2026 at 6:00pm N EW A PPL IC ATION 1. Ayman Habib 73 Parkdale Dr. N. Babylon NY 11703 SCTM NO: 0100-115-2-46 2. Richard Heelan 40 Pine St. Copiague NY 11726 SCTM NO: 0100178-1-31 3. 48 Arnold Corp. 48 Arnold Ave. West Babylon NY 11704 SCTM NO: 0100-216-4-15 4. Avinash Agnihotri 1473 2nd St. West Babylon NY 11704 SCTM NO: 0100139-1-32 RENEWALS 1. Aldabi LLC & Iqma Realty LLC 20 31st St. Wyandanch NY

11798 SCTM NO: 010079-1-36 2. Iqma Realty LLC 152 Lake Dr. Wyandanch NY 11798 SCTM NO: 010059-2-3 3. Iqbal Realty LLC 236 State Ave. Wyandanch NY 11798 SCTM NO: 0100115-2-46 26-188 9/9 Notice of formation of Vellum Hollow LLC Articles of Organization filed with the Secretary of State of New York (SS Y) on 8/28/2026 O f f i c e l o c at i on , County of Suffolk SSNY has been designated as agent of the LLC upon whom process against it may be served. SSNY shall mail a process served to: Ve l l u m H o l l o w LLC, 117 Ireland Pl., Amityville, NY 11701 Purpose: any lawful act. 26-191. 9/9, 16, 23, 30, 17, 14

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Notice of formation of Black Moon Sunday LLC Articles of Organization filed with the Secretary of State of New York (SS Y) on 08/06/2026 O f f i c e l o c at i o n , County of Suffolk SSNY has been designated as agent of the LLC upon whom process against it may be served. SSNY shall mail a process served to: The LLC, 11 Park D r i v e , apt . 2 1 3 , Wyandanch, NY 11798. Purpose: any lawful act. 26-184 9/2, 9, 16, 23, 30, 10/7

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NOTICE OF PUBLIC AND/OR INF O R M AT I O NA L HEARINGS BY THE TOWN OF BABYLON PLANNING BOARD Pursuant to Chapter 186, Site Plan Review, and Chapter 213, Zoning, of the Babylon Town Code and Section 276 of the Town Law, notice is hereby given that the Town of Babylon Planning Board will hold public and/ or informational hearings(s) at the Babylon Town Hall, Town Board Room, 200 East Sunrise Highway, Lindenhurst, New York, on the Monday, September 14, 2026 at 7:00 p.m. prevailing time or as soon thereafter as can be heard to consider the following application(s): P U B L I C H E A RING/SITE PL AN REVIEW/CHANGE OF ZONE JOB#: PL AN-265; Splash Holdings LI, LLC: SCTM# 0100-164.00-01.00004.000: Z one – From B-Residence/ E-Business to EBusiness: SEQRA – Unlisted Action, Uncoordinated Review: Applicant proposes a change of zone from E-Business/BResidence to EBusiness, in order to construct a 4,620sf automated car wash, along with associated site improvements.: Property is located on the west side of NYS Route 110, 101.14’ south of Ritter Avenue, North Amityville, Suffolk County, Town of Babylon, New York PUBLIC HEARING/ SI T E PL A N R E VIEW/SELF STORAGE FACILITY JOB#: PLAN-26-13; Angel 6, LLC: SCTM# 0100-065.0001.00-032.000 and

Public Notices 0100-065.00-01.00031.000: Zone – GA Industr y (Light): SEQRA – Unlisted Action, Uncoordinated Review: Applicant proposes to demolish existing structures to construct a new 3-story 33,980sf (footprint) self-storage facility, along with associated site improvements.: Property is located on the north side of Grand Blvd, 975' west of Commack Road, Deer Park, Suffolk County, Town of Babylon, New York All interested persons should appear at the above time and place by order of Patrick Halpin, Chairperson of the Pl an n i ng B o ard, Town of Babylon, North Lindenhurst, Suffolk County, New York PRINTING INSTRUCTIONS Amityville Record: 09/09/2026 26-189 9/9 NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING TOWN OF BABYLON - ZONING B OA R D OF A PPEALS Pursuant to Chapter 213, Article II of the Building Zone Ordinance of the Town of Babylon, notice is hereby given that the Town of Babylon on Zoning Board of Appeals will hold a Public Hearing at TOWN B OARD ROOM (Located in the East Wing) at Babylon Town Hall, 200 East Sunrise Highway, Lindenhurst, New York o n T H U R S DAY, SEPTEMBER 24, 2026 BEGINNING AT 6:00 P.M. 6:00 p.m. 1. Application

#26-178 Gabriella Bruno, 36 Paul Court, North Babylon, NY. Permission to diminish front yard setback from 30’ to 21.49’; diminish rear yard setback from 30’ to 13.2’; increase total building area from 30% to 34.5% (over by 348 sq. ft.); diminish distance to rear lot line from 2’ to 0.7’ (for concrete pad). All in connection with the proposed construction of a covered front entrance and to legally maintain a deck and patios. Property located on the west side of Paul Court, 211.43’ south of Erlanger Boulevard, North Babylon, NY. SCTM#0100111-3-11 Zoning District: Residence C 6:05 p.m. 2. Application #26-179 Ilhami Sarper Kocabiyik, 15 Mida Court, West Babylon, NY. Permission to increase total building area from 15% to 15.78% (over by 116.32 sq. ft.). All in connection with the construction of a deck, gazebo, hot tub, and to legally maintain a shed and 2nd story deck. Property located on the west side of Mida Court, 101’ north of Tooker Avenue, West Babylon, NY. SCTM#0100139-1-61 Zoning District: Residence A 6:10 p.m. 3. Application #26-180 Michael Martin and Maureen Clare Frohnhoefer, 335 9th Street, West Babylon, NY. Permission to diminish front yard setback from 30’ to 25.6’ (for porch); diminish west side yard setback from 10’ to 8’; diminish total side

yards from 25’ to 18’; diminish rear yard setback from 30’ to 27’; increase total building area from 30% to 31.02% (over by 61.15 sq. ft.). All in connection with the construction of a second-story addition, one-stor y expansion and to finish the basement. Property located on the south side of 9th Street, 100’ west of 4th Avenue, West Babylon, NY. SCTM#0100129-1-52 Zoning District: Residence C 6:15 p.m. 4. Application # 2 6 - 1 7 5 D re ams Dr iven NY, LLC (tenant)/48 Allen Blvd. LLC (prop. owner), 48 Allen B oulevard, East Farmingdale, NY. Requesting a special exception permit to conduct a public garage for auto repair. All in connection with a portion existing building. Property located on the north side of Toledo Street, 135’ west of Belvedere Avenue, East Farmingdale, NY. SCTM#010094-2-15 Zoning District: Industry G 6:20 p.m. 5. Application #26-176 Legendary Bliss (tenant)/7-9 Connor Lane DP LLC (prop. owner), 7-9 Connor Lane, Unit G, Deer Park, NY. Requesting a special exception permit to operate a retail recreational marijuana dispensary; diminish offstreet parking from forty-nine (49) parking stalls required to forty-four (44) parking stalls provided. All in connection with a portion of an existing building. Property located on the south

Long Island 6-hour run returns to Belmont Lake Runners and walkers will return to Belmont Lake State Park on Sept. 27 for the 27th Annual Long Island 6 Hour 60th Birthday Celebration Run & Relay, a six-hour endurance event that will raise money for the Nassau County Firefighters Museum and the Northport Running Club Youth Program. The event, which begins at 8:30 a.m., will also celebrate the 60th birthdays of runners born in 1966, known as the race’s “Class of ‘66.” It will honor the memory of longtime race supporters Fred von der Heydt, Nick Palazzo, Bob Sherman and Vinnie Croce. Participants can run or walk as many or as few miles as they choose during the six-hour event, which follows a 2.5-mile loop through Belmont Lake State Park. Individual competitors and four- and six-person men’s, women’s and coed relay teams will compete to cover the greatest distance. The event will include aid stations, music and a post-race celebration with food and refreshments. “For 27 years, this event has been about much more than endurance,” said Myron Bellovin, race director of the Long Island 6 Hour 60th Birthday Celebration Run & Relay. “It’s about bringing people together, honoring the friends we’ve lost, supporting worthwhile causes and welcoming everyone—from firsttime walkers to experienced ultrarunners—to be part of something special.” All Round Foods is returning as the event’s lead sponsor Glen Wolther, president and cofounder of All Round Foods, said the company

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is supporting the event because of its emphasis on community and healthy living. “Running has always been about more than competition—it’s about community,” Wolther said. “This event brings together people of every age and ability while honoring the individuals whose vision and dedication built a tradition that has endured for nearly three decades. We’re proud to support an event that celebrates healthy living, gives back to outstanding local organizations and reminds us of the power of people coming together for something bigger than themselves. It’s an honor for All Round Foods to once again be part of this incredible event.” Vincent and Suzanne Del-Cid are also supporting the event. Runner’s Edge will provide raffle prizes, while Woodbury Deli will donate food for the post-race celebration, according to organizers. Some participants use the event as a marathon training run, while others try to cover as many miles as possible or spend the day with fellow runners and walkers. Every participant will receive a commemorative event sweatshirt. Runners born in 1966 who register by Sept. 7 will receive a “Class of ‘66” hooded sweatshirt. Awards will be presented to the top individual finishers and relay teams, followed by the post-race celebration. Registration is open at events.elitefeats. com/26sixhour. Participants can register individually or as members of four- or six-person relay teams.

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side of Connor Lane, 308.23’ east of Brook Avenue, Deer Park, NY. SCTM#0100118-3-25.007 Zoning District: Industry G 6:25 p.m. 6. Application #26-177 A & A Veterinary Hospital, Inc. (tenant)/10 GBL LLC (prop. owner), 85 South Service Road, Plainview, NY. Requesting a special exception permit to operate veterinary office. All in connection with a proposed portion of an existing building. Property located on the east

side of Broadway (Route 110), 100.76’ south of Brefni Street, North Amityville, NY. SCTM#0100163-1-57.001 Zoning District: Multiple Residence Subject Premises: 805 Broadway/10 Grey Barn L ane, North Amityville, NY 6:30 p.m. 7. Application #26-181 Integrative ENT (tenant)/100 Sunrise HSC LLC (prop. owner), 130 Stirrup Lane, Syosset, NY. Requesting permission to

increase sign area from 32 sq. ft. to 48 sq. ft. All in connection with a proposed ground sign. Property located on the northeast corner of North Erie Avenue and Sunrise Highway, Lindenhurst, NY. SCTM#0100208-1-33.001 Zoning District: Business Eb Subject Premises: 100 East Sunrise Highway, Lindenhurst, NY ALL PERSONS OR THEIR DULY APPOINTED REPRESENTATIVE MUS-

TAPPEAR IN PERSON AT THE ABOVE HEARING. ALL CASES WILL BE HEARD IN THE ORDER IN WHICH THEY ARE ADVERTISED, TO BE FOLLOWED BY ADJOURNED CASES. BY ORDER OF THE ZONING BOARD OF APPEALS MICHAEL KANE, CHAIRMAN Dated: Babylon Town Hall Lindenhurst, New York September 1, 2026 26-190 9/9

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Q. We completed construction last year, and got a letter recently from our building department that our work was never “signed off.” We called the number of a person who turned out to be our building inspector, and after calling several times, we finally got them on the phone. That’s when we learned that our contractor never got a single inspection — not one — and that now we’re faced with getting a “design professional” to write a signed and sealed letter. We tracked down who our architect was — the one whose seal is on our building plans, since we never met them — and they don’t answer their phone. The contractor recommended another architect. What do we need to do or ask the other architect to get our final c/o? A. Start by asking the architect if they can see through walls. Sounds like a job for Superman. The real problem here is that you, like many, got stuck by people who don’t take the process seriously and would have left you holding the bag had it not been for an official who was “just doing their job.” Obviously, your inspector didn’t see the ongoing onte eeper procedures of the work, and doesn’t want to lie and say they did, so they need someone else to do it. Instead of relying on the contractor, who should have called for inspections, they look for someone with a cape who can see hidden details. That someone is a licensed, state-designated responsible individual who may take the liability when something hidden is wrong — namely, an architect or engineer. In such a situation, I always wonder why a homeowner wasn’t suspicious or concerned that they never met the licensed professional architect or engineer who would be ultimately responsible for their home’s strength, code compliance and safety. Based on my experience, most people show little understanding of or respect for why a certificate of completion or occupancy is needed, and regard it as a needless formality. Many building departments haven’t made it easier, and people tell me they’re sorry they ever mentioned doing work. Instead of helping people through the process and clearly explaining other potential issues, some delay the work, defer the communication to an architect and look for reasons not to release a permit without finding other “illegal” items, such as an air conditioner, shed, fence, deck, etc., that also need permits that were never gotten. This isn’t always true, because some officials are very helpful, so I hope the ones who are communicative don’t automatically take this to heart. When I’m asked to get involved in such an issue, I ask for a notarized affidavit from the contractor who did the work that they stand behind the airsealing, insulation, fire-stopping and structure that they saw and were supposed to install, then I attach that sworn affidavit with a letter corroborating the visual inspection. Letters don’t hold up buildings, and nobody I’ve met can see through walls. Good luck!

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hether it’s the war in Iran, Russia’s invasion of Ukraine, China’s expansionism or the continuing threat of Islamist terrorism, the United States and the world are faced with crises from multiple directions. This should be a time when nations with common values and interests forge a united front, no matter our policy differences or personality clashes. The most significant example of this unity occurred at the close of World War II, when the U.S., Canada and the countries of Western Europe put aside historic differences and rivalries to unite against the common threat of world communism emanating from the Soviet Union by forming NATO, which became the largest and most successful military and governmental alliance in human history. After centuries of conflict, including World Wars I and II, which resulted in the deaths of hundreds of thousands of Americans, NATO ultimately caused the collapse of the Soviet Union in 1991, and prevented the inva-

sion of one country by another on the continent of Europe for 75 years, until Russia’s invasion of Ukraine in 2022. As the world’s lone superpower, the U.S. was the main force within NATO, providing troops on the ground in various countries, a nuclear umbrella for all of the organization’s members and, most important, our credibility and commitment. The member countries were of course also essential to NATO’s success, coordinating their military units under an American Supreme Command and pledging unity. No wonder it has been Russian President Vladimir Putin’s long-held dream to somehow bring about NATO’s dissolution. NATO demonstrated its commitment to stand united when it responded so quickly and forcefully to the attacks of Sept. 11, 2001. Though no other NATO country was attacked and there was no war on European soil, countries responded with troops, courage and ability. Great Britain, Denmark, Canada, Poland and Italy would suffer casualties at a per-capita rate which approached our own. Previously, in the successful Operation Desert Storm against Iraq in 1991, countries such as Britain and

France sent troops to fight alongside American forces. NATO did, however, develop lingering deficiencies. Its over-reliance on the United States led to a continuing failure by member countries to meet their financial commitments to the alliance. I recall being at a meeting in London with Britain’s defense minister as far back as 1997, where he acknowledged the fear of NATO’s becoming a “paper tiger.” It is to Present Trump’s credit that he effectively saved the alliance by pressuring its member nations to pay up. Trump’s more recent actions, however — his threats to take Greenland from Denmark, engaging in a tariff war with Canada while referring to it as our 51st state, his exchange of insults with Italy’s prime minister, Giorgia Meloni, and his attack on Pope Leo— have only weakened NATO. Similarly, Trump’s withdrawal of troops from Poland and Germany, and cuts in aid to Ukraine, have raised doubts about American credibility and reliability. Also damaging to the alliance was the failure to coordinate strategy with NATO countries before beginning the war against Iran. (This was so contrary to the close cooperation I saw between American

s strong as we are, maintaining alliances is vital to our national security.

and British generals when I had visited Afghanistan.) This has resulted in Britain’s refusal to provide its minesweeping capability to Trump in the Strait of Hormuz, and Meloni’s denying us use of air bases in Italy. These actions, on both sides, are shortsighted, and counterproductive to everyone. There is no doubt that the United States is the superpower and indispensable partner in the alliance. It is also true that our relationship with NATO, and our actions and level of support for Ukraine, South Korea, Taiwan and Israel, are watched carefully by our adversaries China, Iran, North Korea, Al Qaeda and ISIS, as well as by our allies and friendly nations such as Japan and the Philippines in the Pacific and Egypt, Jordan and the United Arab Emirates in the Middle East. As strong as the U.S. is, maintaining alliances and international support is vital to our national security. Isolationist policies such as America First and Fortress America have failed us in the past, and we can’t afford to rely on, or even experiment with them again. We live in an ever more dangerous, threatening world. We cannot risk America First becoming America Alone. Peter King is a former congressman, and a former chair of the House Committee on Homeland Security. Comments? pking@ liherald.com.

What our government once was, and what it is now

’ve just finished watching a threehour documentary on the life of President Franklin D. Roosevelt titled “Rendezvous With Destiny.” It highlights the accomplishments of one man and provides us with a refreshing reminder of a time in history when our leaders led and the people benefited from their selfless labors. When you have sat through hours of commentary by brilliant historians and seen the priceless film footage, it’s impossible not to think about the current state of our country and its leadership. I’ve had the good fortune to spend 29 years in public service at the local and state levels. I’ve rubbed elbows with some of our nation’s most gifted politicians, and witnessed their accomplishments as a spectator and firsthand. The more you witness the history of our multiple governments, the more you realize how our current government is no longer capable of serving the people who desperately need it. I have no issue

with the people from both parties who provide us with services in our counties, towns and villages. But I am saddened by our federal system, which serves only itself. The U.S. Congress is trapped in a state of gridlock. Years go by and not one bill is passed that helps the people who need it. The House and Senate managed to pass a bill that provides tax relief to the wealthy and robs the poor of health care coverage and food benefits. Members of Congress who voted for the so-called Big, Beautiful Bill try to portray it as a tax-cutting law, but on closer examination, it helps only those who need no help. One provision of the bill provides some tax relief for suburban homeowners by raising the cap on deductions for state and local taxes from $10,000 to $40,000 through 2029. Many members pledged to stop Congress from insider stock trading, but the bill failed to even get a floor vote, thanks to pressure from some of the more senior members. The voters took note of the failures of Congress in recent months by kicking 16 members from both political parties off

the ballot. We are six months into a war with Iran that has robbed us of our extensive inventory of key weapons and put us in danger if we were to have any conflict with China or Russia, our sworn enemies. We have insulted our NATO allies, who are being criticized for failing to join the battle in Iran, even thought they were never consulted. The price of gasoline continues to spike due to the closure of the Strait of Hormuz to commercial traffic. There is little or no chance that there will be any compromise before Election Day, and some incumbents will suffer for this travesty. With prices still high, health benefits being cut for 12 million people and another 7 million losing the benefits of the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program, President Trump keeps insisting that affordability is a Democratic hoax. In the midst of this national economic crises, the president has ratcheted up his personal war with Canada by imposing 50 percent tariff on Canadian goods. Tariffs work both ways, and American consumers will pay more for toilet paper, plywood and other crucial products.

he nation is juggling lots of challenges, but the president is fixated on other things.

While our country faces crisis after crisis, our ally Ukraine is being bombarded by hundreds of Russian drones. The Ukrainians have waged a successful four-year battle against the Russian invasion, but they now faces the possibility that North Korea will enter the conflict with thousands of troops. Europe is doing its share, but it appears that Trump doesn’t want to offend Russian President Vladimir Putin by offering Ukraine more assistance. Our nation is being forced to juggle numerous challenges, but the president is fixated on building his White House ballroom as well as a ceremonial arch near Arlington National Cemetery. He is also accelerating his efforts to put his name on our currency and a number of public buildings. The more we watch documentaries on Roosevelt and former Presidents Lyndon Johnson, Ronald Reagan, Bill Clinton and Barack Obama, the more we are struck by the contrast between what government once was, and still should be, and what it is now. Jerry Kremer was a state assemblyman for 23 years, and chaired the Assembly’s Ways and Means Committee for 12 years. He currently chairs the Capitol Insight Group, a government relations firm. Comments? jkremer@liherald.com.

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ept. 11, 2001, remains a defining moment for anyone who lived through it. For some, it is remembered in exact detail — where they were standing, who they were with, what they saw and the moment they realized that life as they knew it had changed forever. For others, particularly those born after the terrorist attacks, it is history. They learn about it in school, see photos and videos and hear stories from parents, grandparents and teachers. But 25 years later, the challenge for all of us is the same: How do we remember Sept. 11 in a meaningful way, and how do we help those who continue to live with its consequences? In the middle of unimaginable horror, people helped one another. Strangers carried strangers. First responders risked their lives for people they did not know. Communities opened their doors. Ordinary people performed extraordinary acts of courage and kindness. Long Islanders were in the thick of 9/11, as volunteer fire departments from across Nassau and Suffolk counties, many with FDNY firefighters, raced to the site. Baldwin’s Bob Beckwith, a retired city fireman, responded, and three days later stood with President George W. Bush atop the rubble in a defining image of the attacks’ aftermath. Roosevelt High School students creat-

ed a memorial garden honoring two graduates who died at ground zero. Students at Deasy Elementary School, in Glen Cove, made stuffed animals for children who lost parents in the attacks. Scouts from across Suffolk collected 153,000 bottled drinks in 70 hours for rescue workers. The attacks brought a sense of insecurity and a horrifying realization that we could not control what was happening around us. Nearly 3,000 people were killed at the World Trade Center, the Pentagon and in Pennsylvania, including 497 Long Islanders. Families lost parents, children, siblings and friends. First responders ran toward danger, and countless others demonstrated extraordinary courage simply by helping strangers. In the succeeding years, children grew up without mothers or fathers. Some followed in their parents’ footsteps, becoming police officers, firefighters or other public servants to honor those they lost. Grandchildren were born who never had the opportunity to know the people whose names are spoken every Sept. 11. For many families, the anniversary isn’t simply a day on the calendar. It can bring back memories, grief and questions that never fade away. That is why remembering matters. Memorials, ceremonies and the simple

act of saying the names of those we lost are vital ritual. We remember everyone who died, we remember those who died later from illnesses connected to their work at ground zero, and we remember the families that were left behind. The anniversary is a day for reflection and service — much like Memorial Day and Veterans Day, when we pause to recognize sacrifice and those who served something greater than themselves. Honor their memory through action. Help a neighbor. Support a first responder or veteran. Visit a memorial, take part in a community service project, or teach a child why Sept. 11 still matters. Children should learn about that day in age-appropriate ways, understanding both the tragedy and the remarkable response of people who came together. These lessons are important. Twenty-five years is a long time. But it is not long enough to forget. So say the names. Remember the lives. Honor the families. Thank those who responded. Support those still suffering. And then do something good. The Herald’s 9/11 special section seeks to do just that. Through the memories and experiences of people who lived through or lost someone on that horrific day, and were forever changed, we hope to show that Sept. 11 isn’t just something that happened 25 years ago. It is part of our history, and part of our present.

letterS We were unified after Sept. 11. What’s happened since then? To the Editor: The aftermath of Sept. 11 was a lost opportunity for this country to be much stronger and united. For a very brief time, we grieved, suffered, and consoled one another, despite differences in race, ethnicity, religion and politics. At the time, the feeling was that we had taken a quantum leap in our tolerances and respect for one another. For many, a spiritual awakening was activated to strengthen our resiliency as well. Who would believe the shelf life of this unity would expire in so short a time? This teaching moment was fleeting, and in many ways has been forgotten. We are now more divided politically, led by our two parties. We are angrier in our discourse, often misinformed, and less patient with our differences. We attack the

person, not the ideas. We are more distrustful — and in many cases, the mainstream media plays their role in this. The sadness is that we could have been better

as a country, but regressed to our darker side. TONY GIAMETTA Oceanside

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s the 2026-27 academic year gets under way, it’s a good time to get motivated for the challenges and opportunities ahead, whether you’re a student, a parent or a teacher like me. The next nine to 10 months will be a time of growth, and include the occasional hurdle that will require us to employ old and new knowledge and skills. It would certainly help to be inspired by someone as you take on a new year. Well, how about an entire team? I have been a professor of sport management for 21 years, 16 as a full-time professor at Farmingdale State College. I am also a huge sports fan. And in that time, not one team I closely follow — the New York Jets, Mets, Knicks and

Georgetown University basketball — had won a championship. That is 83 years of futility. Tack on the years since the Mets won in 1986, that’s another 20 years and another 80 seasons of no championships. That is a lot of losing. In fact, A.I. told me that the odds of none of my teams winning a title in 40 years was extremely low, roughly 0.44 percent. So you can imagine how strange, and great, it feels now, as I approach a new school year with a Knicks title under my belt. Teaching sports management, I find a lot of motivation in working with students who are going to be the future leaders in this growing industry. But have I felt joy? Not really. To see your favorite teams lose year after year — and my teams seemed to lose a lot of painful games — sapped the joy out of being a fan. I’ve always felt like an out-

sider in the world of fandom, jealous of others around the country whose teams achieved their ultimate goal. We’re New York fans, for God’s sake. We deserved better! Well, 2026-27 is shaping up to be very different. The magical playoff ride that started for the Knicks in April and culminated with an NBA championship in June continues on for us fans. At least it does for me. Frankly, though, I’m not sure what that means, or how I should behave at school. After spending the past few months fist-bumping and high-fiving strangers in the street, in restaurants, on the train and on the subway, do I now continue that in the classrooms and hallways at Farmingdale? Can I keep saying, “Knicks in five!” as I do to my wife, members of my extended family and my best friends — but now to students and fellow professors? I sure hope so.

an I keep saying, ‘Knicks in five!’ now to students and fellow professors?

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Flo Rida on stage at Eisenhower Park’s Harry Chapin Lakeside Theatre — East Meadow

Turns out that urge is likely very normal. According to Todd Rogers, a professor of Public Policy at the Harvard Kennedy School who leads the Fandom and Social Connection Initiative, “Fandom is a very communal phenomenon and has the potential to increase the quantity and quality of our relationships.” All I can say is that I’m hyped. I have an energy now that I realize has been absent for the past 21 years. I know that I’ve always given students my best, but the effort was devoid of the joy that comes with cheering with thousands of other New Yorkers who share the beauty of being a sports fan — connection, camaraderie and community. I don’t ask students who their favorite teams are, but I’m confident that many I’ll interact with this year are Knicks fans, and that they’re hyped as well. And that will make this year unlike any other. Sarbjit Singh is an associate professor of sports management at Farmingdale State College.

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