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The Village of Babylon has had a busy year of ribbon cuttings, as more than 10 new businesses opened their doors in the downtown this year — a sign of strong economic momentum that Mayor Mary Adams proudly calls part of the village’s “Hallmark holiday” charm. Among the new arrivals are Bloom Hair Company, Luna and Company Soapery, All in Health and Wellness, Babylon Social, Roast Sandwich House, The Party Fairies, Pilates Social Club, Skin by Mish, and Vervain and

Rue Several more.businesses are scheduled for grand openings in early 2026. “It’s a great opportunity and a fantastic village,” said James Economou, co-owner of Babylon Social. “Local officials have been great, and the retailers do a lot for us. It’s great having people come in from the surrounding areas as well — the community has been tremendous.” Longtime staple Little Lash and Brow Boutique also celebrated growth this year by relocating to a larger storefront. Owner Joann Daly said the expansion reflects the strong support she has felt since first open-

Police, firefighters and military personnel pose for a photo at the event with Mr. and Mrs. Claus.

Uniformed heroes take kids on holiday shopping spree By CAROLYN JAMES jnegrin@liherald.com

The Suffolk County Police Department brought holiday cheer to children across the county this month through its annual Shop With a Cop events, giving hundreds of youngsters the chance to shop for Christmas gifts alongside their own personal heroes — police officers, firefighters and members of the military. The program pairs children with first responders during the holiday season and takes them shopping for gifts. The events are funded through donations, local businesses, nonprofit organizations and fundraising efforts by police and community groups. One such event was held Monday, Dec. 15, at the Target store in Copiague, led by First Precinct Community Liaison Officers Dara

Caramanico-Broyles and Nick Scheida. Suffolk County police were joined by members of the Amityville Police Department, the Amityville Fire Department and local military personnel. Children were selected with assistance from local school districts. “I think this is amazing,” said Vera Carranza of Amityville, who attended the event with her daughter, Priya, and nephew, Shaneil Orr. “I love that the community does this.” As they waited to be paired with their shopping partners, Shaneil already had his wish list planned — slime and Rototz — while Priya eagerly scanned the line of uniformed volunteers. Shop With a Cop is designed to foster positive relationships between law enforcement and the community, particularly families facing financial hardship. The program began in the late 1980s and quickly spread nationwide to help build trust through simple acts of kindCONTINUED ON PAGE 2

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Little Lash and Brow Boutique (moved to a larger space) Austin Ziegler, brow and lash artist; Jackie Bomparola, senior permanent makeup artist; and Duslem Tarak, senior artist. CONTINUED ON PAGE 2

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ing more than a decade ago. “This community values connection and has helped me keep our standards high,” Daly said. “It’s a privilege to give people what they want, and Babylon has truly supported us.” Krystal Krill, co-owner of newcomer The Party Fairies, said the spirit of local support stands out. “We love that it’s a community that shops in the community,” Krill said. Tom Vitale, president of the Babylon Village Chamber of Commerce, said this year’s uptick in new businesses is slightly higher — or at least on par — with recent years. “It’s been one of the greatest honors to preside over the Chamber during this period of growth,” Vitale said. “It really goes to show that Babylon Village continues to be the place to live, work and play.” He added, “When you love where you live, the possibilities are endless.” Mayor Adams also congratulated the newest business owners, calling their investment a testament to the community’s appeal. “It is a testament to our quality of life, our beautiful downtown and what a true village has to offer,” she said. “I appreciate all the assistance and amazing support of our Chamber President, Tom

Wilbur quickly picked out his gifts with the help of S.C. Police Officer Nick Schieda. Server and bartender Arianna Miller with co-worker Brianna Turitto at Babylon Social. Vitale, and all our village merchants. I’m looking forward to an amazing 2026 in Babylon Village.”

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ness. Beyond the gifts, organizers say the experience leaves a lasting impact. Children meet officers in a warm, relaxed setting, helping to replace fear or uncertainty with familiarity and trust. Officers, in turn,

gain a deeper understanding of the families they serve. At its heart, Shop With a Cop is about connection — and making the holidays a little brighter for children who need it most.

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Public officials, religious leaders and residents gathered in front of Babylon Town Hall to celebrate the first day of Chanukah and the lighting of the menorah.

Communities gather for the first night of Chanukah Communities gathered for the first night of Chanukah during the weekend of Dec. 13-14, lighting the menorah in celebration of the holiday. In Babylon Village, members of Congregation Beth El were joined by public officials for a lively service featuring music and celebration. Rabbi Mitchell Nesenoff spoke about the significance of the holiday. “In the world today, Chanukah is a reminder for the Jewish people that there is a power beyond the fortitude and holiness of the Israel Defense Forces fighting a battle on numerous fronts,” he said. “The Jewish people need to participate in that spiritual battle by fortifying themselves with prayer. Just as important, or perhaps even more important, is the spiritual battle of rededicating themselves to Sabbath observance, milah circumcision and the celebration of holidays on the Jewish calendar.” Children lit candles, and the event concluded with music, conversation, coffee and doughnuts. Chanukah was also celebrated in Amityville Village. Warren Cohn, owner of the Amityville Men’s Shop, lit the first candle on the menorah at the Village Triangle on Sunday, Dec. 14 along with Brooke Cooper who attended the event with her grandparents Keith Nielsen and Edria Parks. . He was joined by public officials and community members. The menorah is one of the oldest and most enduring symbols of Judaism. Its origins trace to the Hebrew Bible, where God commands Moses to create a sevenbranched golden lampstand for the Tabernacle in the wilderness. The menorah later stood in the First and Second Temples in Jerusalem, symbolizing divine light, wisdom and God’s presence among the Jewish people.

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Warren Cohn of the Amityville Men’s Shop (seventh from left) lit the first candle on the menorah at the Village Triangle with Brooke Cooper, shown center with her grandparents. After the destruction of the Second Temple by the Romans in A.D. 70, the menorah became a powerful symbol of loss, hope and continuity. It appeared in Jewish art, synagogues and manuscripts throughout the diaspora and was depicted on the Arch of Titus in Rome. A related but distinct form, the ninebranched Chanukah menorah, commemorates the miracle in which a small amount of oil burned for eight days during the rededication of the Temple in the second century B.C. Today, the menorah remains a central symbol of Jewish faith, and serves as the emblem of the modern State of Israel.

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A 23-year-old CVS employee was fatally stabbed on Christmas Day inside the Lindenhurst pharmacy where he worked, and a suspect was arrested the following day — despite what police described as delayed cooperation from the store. Suffolk County police arrested John Pilaccio, 43, of Palm Street in Lindenhurst,

and charged him with second-degree murder in the death of Edeedson “Eddy” Cine, of West Babylon. Cine had worked at the CVS on East Montauk Highway for about 10 months. Police said they responded to a 911 call at 6:50 p.m. on Dec. 25 at the CVS, located at 20 E. Montauk Highway, and found Cine with a stab wound to the chest. He was taken to Good Samaritan University Hospital in CONTINUED ON PAGE 6

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North Lindenhurst: Representatives of Five Below, 600 Wellwood Avenue, reported to police Dec. 16, that someone stole Apple watch bands. The report was filed at approximately 4:50 p.m., that day.

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Deer Park: A 2017 Toyota, traveling west on Long Island Avenue was struck and damaged by another vehicle heading west on Dec. 17, at approximately 6 a.m. The second vehicle did not stop to exchange information. No injuries were reported. • A driver reported that while on Commack Road and Marcus Boulevard, another drive attempted to pass him/her and hit their vehicle, a 2021 Chevrolet. The driver fled. That occurred at 1:55 p.m., Dec. 15. Wyandanch: Suffolk Police arrested and charged Joseph Tyminski,43, of 195 Peninsula Dr., Babylon with leaving the scene of an accident that occurred Dec. 15 at 11:42 a.m., at Patton Avenue and Little East Neck Road. No injuries were reported Tyminski allegedly struck a 1997 Toyota. •The owner of a 2015 Nissan was damaged as the vehicle was traveling west on Long Island Avenue Dec. 14 at approximately 1:53 p.m. The victim told police the operator of the other vehicle “intentionally” struck his vehicle. North Lindenhurst: A vehicle, likely a CONTINUED ON PAGE 6

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East Farmingdale: Someone stole a wallet containing credit cards, and cash from a locker at LA Fitness, 2120 Broadhollow Road on Dec. 18. The thief or thieves used the card at Macy’s at Roosevelt Field. Police are investigating. North Babylon: A 2023 Nissan Sentra was stolen from the McDonald’s parking lot on Deer Park Avenue Dec. 18. Theft was reported at 3 p.m., and the owner told police she did not leave the car running and that she had the keys. West Babylon: A West Babylon resident on Bay Drive called police to report that he/she was out of $3,000 lost through a phone scam. To become more informed about how to avoid becoming the victim of a phone scam go to scamspotter.org or aarp.org Deer Park: Representatives of the Ralph Lauren store in The Arches called police Dec. 13, shortly before 4 p.m., to report that someone had stolen seven jackets valued at $1,138. West Babylon: More than $2,000 in merchandise was stolen by a shoplifter at the Ulta store on Montauk Highway Dec. 12. Representatives of the store called police shortly before 9 p.m., that day.

East Farmingdale: A small amount of clothing, valued at $25, was stolen from TJ Max in Airport Plaza Dec. 17. The theft was reported at 5:14 p.m. Copiague: Someone stole an assortment of Christmas decorations from the lawn of a home on Saint Anns Avenue Dec. 16. The theft was reported at 11 a.m. that day.

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Feline Fountain of Youth: How Cats Mask the Years Cats may have a claim on down, lose flexibility and the fountain of youth. Unlike often develop gray muzzles dogs, felines are masters at sooner than cats. Canines disguising their age, often are also more likely to enmaking it difficult for veterigage in activities —such as narians to determine how old Frisbee catching or chewing a stray cat might be. This agon rocks — that wear down ing mystique is an evolutiontheir teeth. The playful exuary tactic for cats in the wild. berance of puppyhood usualThere are only a few stages ly fades earlier than the agilin a cat’s life when age is relaity seen in adult cats, which tively easy to estimate. Teeth can often jump with ease well are the clearest markers of into their later years. youth, while changes in the Cats also tend to live lonJOANNE eyes often signal senior stager. More felines reach their ANDERSON tus. 20s than dogs, and the oldest Dogs, by comparison, tend recorded cat, Creme Puff of to show their age more readily. They slow Austin, Texas, lived to 38 before dying in

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CALENDAR OF EVENTS The following are a list of public meetings and special events for the coming week: Please note: All meetings are subject to change without notice.

MONDAY, JANUARY 5 •Town of Babylon Town Board meeting: 3 p.m., Town Board Room, 200 E. Sunrise Hwy., Lindenhurst. For additional information, call 631-957-3100.

TUESDAY, JANUARY 6 •Village of Babylon Board of Trustees work session: 6 p.m.; Village Hall, upstairs conference room, 153 W. Main St., Babylon. For additional information, call 631-669-1500; or email: info@villageofbabylonny.gov; or visit the web site @https:// www.villageofbabylonny.gov. •Lindenhurst Village Board of Trustees meeting: 6 p.m. work session / 7:30 p.m. public meeting, Lindenhurst Village Hall, 430 S. Wellwood Ave., Lindenhurst. For updated meeting info., call 631-957-7500; or visit their web site @ https://villageoflindenhurstny.gov. •West Babylon School Board of Educa-

tion meeting: 7 p.m. at the West Babylon Administration Building, 10 Farmingdale Rd., W. Babylon. For info., call 631-376-7008. •Deer Park School Board of Education meeting: 7:30 p.m. at the District Office, 1881 Deer Park Ave., Deer Park. For more info., call 631-274-4013; or visit the web site @http://www.deerparkschools.org.

WEDNESDAY, JANUARY 7 •Lindenhurst School Board of Education meeting: 8 p.m., at the McKenna Administration Bldg., 350 Daniel St., Lindenhurst. For info., call 631- 867-3001.

THURSDAY, JANUARY 8 •Village of Babylon Architectural Review Board: 8 p.m. @ Village Hall, 153 W. Main St., Babylon. For additional meeting information, call 631-669-1500; or email info@villageofbabylonny.gov, or visit the web site @https://www.villageofbabylonny.gov. •West Islip School Board of Education meeting: 7:30 p.m., Beach Street Middle School, 17 Beach St., W. Islip. For info., call 631-893-3200.

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West Islip, where he was pronounced dead. The following day, standing outside the store, Suffolk County Police Commissioner Kevin Catalina publicly criticized CVS for what he called a lack of cooperation. “I’m shocked and appalled by it,” Harrison said. “This has hampered our ability to make an arrest in this investigation. CVS prioritized corporate interests over the homicide of one of their employees.” He said the department was still waiting for full access to interior surveillance footage more than 18 hours after the incident. Police said they were ultimately able to identify the suspect through witness statements and exterior surveillance footage. Pilaccio was arrested Dec. 26, held overnight at the Third Precinct, and arraigned the next day in First District Court in Central Islip. In a written statement, CVS said Cine

was “a valued member of the store team,” remembered for his strong work ethic and dedication during his time with the company. The statement also emphasized the company’s cooperation with investigators. “Our teams worked through the night to pull and package hours of video in the specific manner they asked for,” the statement read. “We are grateful to the Suffolk County Police Department for their quick response.” Cine’s family said he had spent much of Christmas Day at home opening gifts before heading to work to cover a shift for a colleague. They described him as a loving son who brought joy to those around him. An anguished community set up a vigil in Lindenhurst for the young man on Monday night and a GoFundMe page has been established raising more than $90,000 in less than four days.

2005, according to Guinness World Records. Estimating the age of a cat with no known history begins with the teeth. Kittens are easier to age than adults. Baby, or deciduous, teeth begin to appear at 3 to 4 weeks of age and are fully in place by about 8 weeks. By 6 months, those baby teeth have been replaced by permanent adult teeth. After that stage, age estimates rely on wear and tartar buildup, a process that requires experience. Some cats naturally have healthier teeth than others. Certain breeds, including Abyssinians and Persians, are prone to dental problems, while some strays may have benefited from better diets or even tooth brushing. Typically, a small amount of tartar appears on the molars by age 2. By age 5, tartar is more noticeable on both molars and canine teeth. As cats reach middle and older age, the incisors begin to wear down, and teeth may eventually fall out. By age 12, one or more incisors may be missing. In older cats, the eyes also provide clues. Around ages 8 or 9, many cats develop lenticular sclerosis, a natural aging change in which the lens of the eye becomes denser and slightly cloudy, often with a blue-green tint. This condition should not be confused with cataracts, which can impair vision. Lenticular sclerosis generally does not significantly affect vision until the final stages of life. In 2000, three veterinarians proposed another method for estimating age in dogs and cats: shining a penlight into the animal’s eyes and measuring the size of the reflection. As animals age, the reflection grows larger. The veterinarians reported the method could estimate age within two to three years and was more accurate for mature cats than dental assessment. Cats also conceal aging through their coats. Graying on a cat’s face is often subtle and varies widely, sometimes masked by multicolored fur patterns. Dogs, especially Golden Retrivers and Irish Setters, tend to lose pigment earlier, with gray muzzles aging them prematurely. Veterinarians also evaluate coat texture and muscle tone

Mushka a 16 year old female Tabby needs a retirement home. She arrived at Town of Babylon Animal Shelter earlier this month. when estimating a cat’s age. Advances in veterinary care and responsible pet ownership have significantly increased feline life expectancy. Indoor cats commonly live 12 to 18 years, with many reaching their early 20s. Outdoor cats, however, average only 4 to 5 years due to increased risks, including car accidents, dog attacks, infections, parasites and viral diseases spread through contact with other free-roaming cats. Stray and outdoor cats often appear older than their indoor counterparts because of their harsher lives. That wear and tear makes age estimation even more challenging. Cats are instinctively secretive about weakness, a survival trait that only adds to their mystique. Like aging movie stars, senior cats may welcome the spotlight — but never reveal their true age.

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Mushka (No. 5-556), a 16-year-old female tabby, arrived earlier this month at the Babylon Animal Shelter, 80 New Highway, North Amityville, NY 11701. For more information, call 631-643-9270.

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plow, pushed snow into a fence and damaged it and left the scene without advising the owner of the property of the damage. That occurred on Sunrise Highway, Dec. 14 at 3:15 p.m. ARRESTS Driving While Intoxicated/Impaired: Jeferson Gomez, 26, of 144 Hilltop Dr., Brentwood; Alcides Arias Rodriguez, 46, of 182 E. Booker Ave., Wyandanch; Enzo Moreno, 41, of 52 Maple Pl., Amityville; Kenneth Madsen, 78, of 94 Coolidge Ave., Amity Harbor; Andy Rolle, 27, of 43 William St., Copiague. Petit Larceny: Merlyn Osoiomejia, 33, of 243 Acre Lane, Hicksville; Gabriel Marin, 39, of 3455 42nd St., New York; Angelo Petronio, 62, of 24 Shore Lane, Bay Shore; John Lynde, 55, of 105 Verdi St., East Farmingdale: Lynn Brown, 70, of

54 Montauk Hwy., Copiague; Sheyanna Bussi, 24, of 3 7 Gordon Ave., West Babylon Grand Larceny: Davis Feuer, 46, of 7 Mark St., Port Jefferson Station; Adrienne Jones, 50, of 154 Oldfield Ave., Amityville. Criminal Mischief: Nyasia King, 22, of 3412 Great Neck Rd., North Amityville. Leaving the Scene of a Motor Vehicle Accident with Damage: Kevin Loranzo, 22, of 1174 Brookdale Ave., Baywood. Robbery: Kayla Smith, 27, of 13 Waterford Dr., Wheatley Heights. Unlawfully Fleeing a Police Officer in a Motor Vehicle: Barry Haywood, 37, of 331 W 7th St., Deer Park. Criminal Possession of a Weapon: Jaylin Altidor, 24, of 77 North 15th St., Wheatley Heights; Oniesha Garfield, 26, of 3240 Rte. 112 Medford.

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Referred to by family and friends as unwavering in her generosity and commitment to the North Babylon community, Diana Cecilia Simulcik died Nov. 19, 2025. She was 74. Mrs. Simulcik was born Nov. 23, 1950, in the Bronx to immigrant parents from Calabria, Italy, Genovese and Giovanni (John) Pace. She attended Santa Maria Elementary School and Mother Butler High School in the Bronx. A lifelong learner, she earned bachelor’s and master’s degrees in European history from St. John’s University and later received a second master’s degree in education leadership from the College of New Rochelle. She met her future husband, Garrett Simulcik, shortly after completing her graduate studies. He said he knew her friend, who arranged their introduction, and the two began dating immediately. The couple married June 27, 1976, at Santa Maria Church in the Bronx. In 1982, they moved to North Babylon with their sons Garrett and John. It was in North Babylon that Mrs. Simulcik began a nearly 30-year teaching career, instructing students in economics and government. She also founded the North Babylon High School chapter of Model United Nations, inspiring generations of students to explore global issues and develop leadership skills. She later served as principal of North Babylon’s evening alternative school and spent many years privately tutoring students. “For me, when I started in my twenties, she was like a mother to me,” said Stephen Corrado, a social studies teacher at North Babylon High School who taught with Mrs. Simulcik. Referring to her as the “North Babylon High School Mom,” Corrado said she instituted nightly dinners at the alternative school, now known as the RISE Program. “She was so kind and giving,” Corrado said, adding that Mrs. Simulcik enjoyed traveling and sharing stories from her trips with colleagues. “She had so many interests and facets,”

he said. Mrs. Simulcik was also involved with the North Babylon Chamber of Commerce, now the North Babylon and West Babylon Chamber of Commerce, where she served as secretary alongside her husband, who continues to serve as president. She founded the popular “Go Fly a Kite Over Babylon” festival and, as an avid traveler, visited approximately 50 countries across five continents, including a recent trip to Antarctica. In addition to travel, she enjoyed the arts, including museums, galleries, the Metropolitan Opera, Broadway shows and stand-up comedy. In retirement, she pursued a longtime dream of acting, appearing as an extra in numerous television shows and films, including This Is Us, Billions, Succession, And Just Like That…, New Amsterdam and Mr. and Mrs. Smith. Her son Garrett described her as a “Renaissance Woman.” “She enjoyed her life and everything she did was with passion and commitment; she didn’t take anything for granted,” he said. “She lived in the moment, loved to travel, loved seeing the world and meeting new people.” “As a mom,” he added, “I couldn’t have asked for a better mother.” “Growing up and even as an adult, she was someone who was always there for me with completely unconditional love and support.” Her son John said his mother would do anything for anyone. “That was her thing,” he said. “She had a passion to teach, loved everybody, loved her grandchildren, and she even continued to teach after retiring, substituting still.” He added that she remained active until the last week of her life and would help with outdoor work whenever he was outside. Mrs. Simulcik was also an animal lover, her family said, and adopted and cared for many cats, welcoming stray and neighborhood cats with food, shelter and kindness. “She was the best,” said her husband of 49 years. “She supported her two sons to

the fullest and supported everything I did to the fullest.” He said he was still trying to understand how she kept the house immaculate while working full time. “I’m still trying to figure that one out,” he said, noting she continued doing all the housework until two weeks before her death, including caring for his “four fur babies.” When asked what he would always remember most, he said it was her saying, “I love you.” Mrs. Simulcik reposed at Mangano Funeral Parlor in Deer Park on Nov. 25, 2025. A Mass was held the following day at Saints Cyril and Methodius R.C. Church in Deer Park. She was cremated. She is survived by her husband, Garrett P. Simulcik Sr. of North Babylon; sons Garrett P. Simulcik Jr. of Jersey City, New Jersey, and John Simulcik and his wife, Katherine, of Midland, North Carolina; grandchildren Steven Simulcik of Charlotte, North Carolina; Nicholas Heredia of Washington, D.C.; Anthony Heredia and his wife Emily of Fayetteville, North Carolina; and Victoria Simulcik of Midland, North Carolina. She is also survived by her great granddaughter Mia Heredia; siblings Therese DeMarco and her husband, Frank, of Poughkeepsie, New York; Lydia Antonetz

DIANA CECILIA SIMULCIK and her husband, John, of Little Rock, Arkansas; and Frank Pace of Yorktown Heights, New York, as well as four cats. Donations in her memory may be made to Broome County Animal Sanctuary, broomeanimalsanctuary.com, or the Ovarian Cancer Research Alliance, ocrahope.org.

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Northwell warns of winter ‘tripledemic’ By JOSEPH D’ALESSANDRO jdalessandro@liherald.com

A “tripledemic” — influenza, Covid19 and the respiratory syncytial virus — is at the heart of Northwell Health’s battle against contagious disease this winter. According to Northwell’s team of doctors, researchers and other medical professionals, Long Island is facing a challenging flu season: While the number of flu cases increases dramatically every week, the rate of hospitalizations jumped 75 percent in a single week, between Thanksgiving and Dec. 5. The outbreak has created a surge in emergency department and urgent care visits throughout the region. “Northwell typically runs about 2,800 to 3,000 patients in our hospital beds,” its president and CEO, John D’Angelo, said at a news conference on Dec. 18. Currently Northwell has 3,500 patients, about 10 percent of whom are suffering from the flu. While Northwell’s surge planning helps it handle the larger volume of patients, D’Angelo warned that flu season was far from over. “We haven’t plateaued yet — we haven’t seen a bump,” he said. “We’re still on kind of that rapid-ascent part of the curve, and we have to see where it goes.” Bruce Farber, Northwell’s chief public health and epidemiology officer, said

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Northwell Health’s Annemarie Stroustrup, Bruce Farber, President and CEO John D’Angelo and Dwayne Breining shared their advice on staying safe during flu season. he focuses on ways to keep people out of the hospital. Regarding this year’s flu vaccine, Farber said, “It is very good at preventing hospitalizations and deaths.” Farber anticipates 25,000 flu deaths this year, exceeding those related to Covid, with a higher concentration of pediatric and senior deaths. Though this year’s flu cannot stop the transmission of the disease, it can effectively reduce its severity. “I’ve not seen a death in somebody who’s been vaccinated, and I have seen plenty of deaths in people who have not been vaccinated,”

Farber said. “I strongly encourage everybody to get the vaccine.” The Northwell team’s other advice for members of the public is to use common-sense strategies in addition to vaccination to avoid spreading diseases. Dwayne Breining, senior vice president of lab services, described tests as an important way of catching and responding to cases before they escalate. Northwell conducts 25 million tests each year in its 100,000-square-foot laboratory, making use of cutting-edge machinery and artificial intelligence

partnered with medical experts. Even with this processing power, there has been a broader need for results. The Northwell team announced LabGold, a free three-in-one “tripledemic” test that can be picked up and dropped off at the system’s various patient service centers. “You can get one of our PCR tests at any health care site,” Breining said. “We recommend the triple test for flu, RSV and Covid, because, symptom-wise, they look the same, so you may not know what you have if you feel sick. … Usually within 24 hours, you’ll have the definitive PCR result.” As the senior vice president of pediatric services at Northwell, Annemarie Stroustrup oversees Cohen Children’s Medical Center, where sickness has spread. “The story that you hear for adults is virtually the same for children,” Stroustrup said. “There is a lot of flu in the community.” Northwell’s pediatric patients show a much lower rate of RSV infection, however. “I think part of that is because there are new products on the market for babies and for pregnant women to get vaccinated or prophylaxed against RSV,” Stroustrup said. “The vaccine does help keep kids out of the hospital.” To learn more about Northwell’s testing and LabGold, visit nwhlabs.Northwell.edu/Covid-19-testing.

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Last season, Christian Van Horn, left, in the role of “Four Villains” in The Metropolitan Opera’s production of Offenbach’s “Les contes d’Hoffmann,” which received a Live in HD broadcast

From Long Island to Lincoln Center Center stage at the Metropolitan Opera with Christian Van Horn By Daniel Offner

ith a voice that can “shake the heavens” (Opera Today), bass-baritone Christian Van Horn is known for his compelling and charismatic stage presence, powerful voice and his unwavering authenticity, both on and off the stage. Growing up in the shadow of Manhattan motivated him to strive for the highest level, knowing that the world’s best performers were only a short train ride away. “New York City was always kind of calling to us,” Van Horn says. “Everyone knew that the people who were the best at everything were in New York City.” That ambition ultimately carried him to the storied Metropolitan Opera, where he made his debut in 2013 and has been a regular presence ever since. This winter, he is scheduled ChrisTian to appear in two Van horn overlapping productions on the company’s stage. Starting Dec. 31, the Met presents a new production of Vincenzo Bellini’s “I Puritani,” featuring Van Horn as Giorgio Walton. The opera runs through Jan. 18 and will be broadcast live in movie theaters across Long Island and worldwide as part of the Met’s longrunning “Met Live in HD” series. He’ll also be performing as Escamillo in Georges Bizet’s “Carmen,” which runs from Jan. 11 through Jan. 23 at the Met. Van Horn, 46, was introduced to performing at an early age, when his mother got him involved in the church choir — a decision that quietly shaped his future.

here were as many people telling me I couldn’t do it as there was telling me I could.

“I think it was to keep me out of trouble,” he says jokingly. “I just sort of never quit.” He spent his earliest years in Rockville Centre, from birth in 1978, followed by a move to East Meadow, before the family ended up in Centereach, where he attended high school. Through all of it, music remained a constant thread. “I was doing music and Broadway shows right through high school,” he says. “I wanted to keep going. I didn’t know anything else.” After high school, he attended Stony Brook University, where he earned a bachelor’s degree in music before continuing his studies at Yale. Van Horn began formal classical vocal training in earnest during college, where a professional vocalist recognized his promise and encouraged him to pursue singing as a career. “There were as many people telling me I couldn’t Courtesy Met Opera/Jonathan Tichler do it as there was telling me I could,” he recalls. “I Van Horn in rehearsal for the took a lot of motivation from the ones who told me I upcoming“I Puritani” at the Met Opera. couldn’t.” He adds that his drive was fueled as much by skepticism as encouragement, reflecting the competitive nature of growing up on Long Island. “There’s a competition that exists when people live so close together,” he explains. “I think that sense of proximity and rivalry really shaped how I approach my career — always striving to be better, always aiming for that next level.” Van Horn has since performed on some of the world’s most prestigious stages, including La Scala in Milan, the Royal Opera House in London and the Paris Opera. Recognized for his operatic flair and rich bass-baritone voice, he has performed a diverse range of roles, from Mozart and Verdi to more contemporary works. In the upcoming production of “I Puritani” he observes that the demands are especially exacting. “The soloists in this are the Olympic athletes of opera,” he says. At its core, according to Van Horn, performing is about offering audiences a brief escape from what he terms the “monotony” of daily life. “Let’s help people leave reality for a minute. The story we’re telling is easy. It’s a forbidden love story. It’s opera confusion. It’s not rocket science. “And so my whole approach to performing is: let’s bring people into our little world. Let’s ruin them with beautiful music and beautiful singing, and they can go back to the world and look at their phones or watch the news or all the things that make us crazy.” “I Puritani” debuts at the Metropolitan Opera on Dec. 31 and will be broadcast to movie theaters worldwide Live in HD on Jan. 11. “Carmen” follows from Jan. 11 to Jan. 23. For tickets and more information, visit metopera.com.

MANIA brings ABBA fans old and new a night not to be missed. If you’re looking for an excuse to party, reminisce or simply be entertained, then you’ll want to see MANIA. In 2024, the iconic pop group celebrated the 50th anniversary of their breakthrough hit single, “Waterloo,” and MANIA is excited to continue sharing the joy of this monumental milestone with audiences on their latest tour. Costumes, lively choreography and impeccable musicianship combine for an unforgettable authentic ABBA experience.Join them as they recreate the magic of ABBA’s music, transporting you back to the ‘70s disco. So dig out those platforms, dust down those flares, join in and enjoy all of your favorites, including “Mamma Mia,” “Voulez Vous,” “Dancing Queen,”“Winner Takes It All,” “Super Trouper,” and many more.

Wednesday, Jan 7, 8 p.m. The Paramount, 370 New York Ave., Huntington. Tickets available at ticketmaster.com or paramountny.com.

Albert Lee Celebrated by fans and musicians the world over for his fingerstyle and hybrid picking technique, guitar icon Albert Lee is back on the road. He performs tracks from his newest album, “Lay It Down” recorded at the legendary Konk Studios in London A double Grammy winner with Earl Scruggs and Brad Paisley, Lee has played with everyone from Jerry Lee Lewis to Eric Clapton, to the Everly Brothers to Emmylou Harris. A member of The Crickets in the post-Buddy Holly era, he forged an impressive solo career along the way. His latest album is a love letter to some of Albert’s favorite artists and biggest inspirations. From Mark Knopfler’s blistering “Setting Me Up” to Jimmy Webb’s soaring piano ballad “Too Young To Die,” to The Everly Brothers’ storming hit “The Price Of Love.” Don’t miss the man known as “Mr. Telecaster,” one of the legendary guitarists of rock ‘n roll, rockabilly and country music. He continues to tour with his signature Ernie Ball Music Man Guitar.

Friday, Jan 10, 8 p.m. $53. My Father’s Place 1221 Old Northern Blvd., Roslyn. Tickets available at mfpproductions.com.

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January 1, 2026 — BABYLON HERALD BEACON

YOUR NEIGHBORHOOD JAN

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 museumgoers 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 its latest exhibit. It features the 70-foot-wide set from the show’s recent 30th anniversary TV special on CBS, never before on display. The exhibit (designed by LIMEHOF Creative Director and renowned designer Kevin O’Callaghan) is a completely immersive experience. 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 videos related to the show, 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

Community Brunch

First Presbyterian Church of Babylon welcomes everyone to their sit-down community

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Winter Storm Preparation

A representative from the American Red Cross will offer Red Cross guidelines on how to prepare for winter storms at Wyandanch Public Library. Don’t miss this important and potentially life-saving program which includes such information as how to stay safe during a blizzard and how to prevent or thaw frozen pipes. Registration required. • Where: 14 S. 20th St., Wyandanch • Time: 6:30-7:30 p.m. • Contact: wyan.suffolk.lib.ny.us or (631) 643-4848

Yacht Rock Revue

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Yacht Rock Revue, hailed by Rolling Stone as the “world’s premier soft-rock party band,” invites audiences on a nostalgic voyage through the sun-soaked melodies of the ‘70s and ‘80s. This dynamic 10- piece ensemble blends impeccable musicianship with a deep reverence for the yacht rock genre. Many reverently consider the Atlanta, Ga. Band keepers of the Yacht Rock fire. Since their humble beginnings in 2007, YRR has emerged as a pivotal figure in revitalizing yacht rock, sharing stages with icons and garnering a devoted following of “Anchorheads.” Whether performing in intimate venues or rocking arenas, their concerts promise an immersive musical journey that celebrates the timeless allure of smooth grooves. Inspired by the golden era of soft rock, the band has mastered the art of recreating the breezy and laid-back tunes that defined a generation. From the sun-kissed melodies of Steely Dan and Michael McDonald to the velvety harmonies of Hall & Oates, their repertoire spans an ocean of beloved hits that evoke memories of palm trees, ocean breezes and carefree summers. But Yacht Rock Revue isn’t just a tribute band; they are musical alchemists, seamlessly blending their own unique style • Where: The Paramount, 370 New with the iconic yacht rock vibe. Their original compositions are a modern ode York Ave., Huntington to the genre, capturing the essence of those bygone days while infusing it with • Time: 8 p.m.; also Jan 9-10 a fresh and invigorating twist. $82, $60.25, $49.25 $37.25 • Contact: ticketmaster.com or paramountny.com

Emotional Health Recovery and Support Group This group meets weekly, at Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 9592, in person with Emotions Anonymous, a 12-step support group for anyone experiencing emotional difficulties. • Where: 55 Hickory Lane, Levittown • Time: 7:30 -9 p.m. • Contact: Steve at (631) 332-0552 or Jill at (516) 220-7808 (All calls are confidential.)

JAN brunch to begin the new year all together. • Where: First Presbyterian Church, Education Building, 79 E. Main St., Babylon. • Time: 11 a.m. • Contact: (631) 587-5838

JAN

Sit And Be Fit

Participate in a chair exercise class with a mix of flexibility and strength training at Lindenhurst Memorial Library. Bring a yoga mat and weights/resistance bands. Registration is required. • Where: 1 Lee Ave., Lindenhurst • Time: 10-11 a.m. • Contact: indenhurstlibrary.org or (631) 957-7755

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• Contact: eastlinetheatre.org or eastline.ludus.com or (516) 749-5047

• Contact: (631) 587-5838

JAN Night Sky Live

Visit Suffolk County Vanderbilt Museum’s Reichert Planetarium for a family-friendly program with an astronomy educator. Tour the night sky from right here in Centerport. Topics vary depending on the time of year, but can include seasonal constellations, visible planets, galaxies, nebulae, and more. $22, $18 seniors and students, $16 child 12 and under. • Where: 180 Little Neck Road, Centerport • Time: 2-2:45 p.m.; also Jan 3, Jan. 9-10 • Contact: vanderbiltmuseum.org or call (631) 854-5579

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First Presbyterian Church Adult Education

Eastline Theatre brings the truelife thriller “A Very Expensive Poison” to the BACCA Arts Center. Based on the true story of the life and death of Russian dissident Alexander Litvinenko, A Very Expensive Poison was the 2020 winner of the prestigious Susan Smith Blackburn Prize. $25.

Engage in meaningful discussions each week and grow in your faith at First Presbyterian Church. This group meets every week on Sundays. All are welcome.

• Where: 149 N. Wellwood Ave., Lindenhurst • Time: Through Jan. 4

• Where: Education Building, 79 E. Main St., Babylon • Time: 9 a.m.

Medicare Counseling and Assistance

Meet individually with an RSVP Suffolk volunteer from the Health Insurance Information, Counseling & Assistance Program at North Babylon Public Library. Obotain information about Medicare health insurance and benefits. By appointment only; call the reference desk for a halfhour appointment at the library.

Serving our Savior Feeding Ministry

First Presbyterian Church of Babylon offers their weekly “Grab and Go” for those in need of food this holiday season. No questions are asked. All are welcome. • Where: 79 E. Main St., Babylon • Time: 4-6 p.m. • Contact: (631) 587-5838

• Where: 815 Deer Park Ave., North Babylon • Time: 9:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. • Contact: (631) 669-4020

Notes For The New Year

West Babylon Public Library invites teens in grades 6 through 12 stop by anddecorate a container to hold 2026 goals, memories and gratitude notes. Then open it next December for a fun year-end reflection. Registration is required. • Where: 211 Route 109, West Babylon • Time: 6-7 p.m. • Contact: wbab.suffolk.lib.ny.us or (631) 669-5445

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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Photo by Allison Uttendorfer

The peace and beauty of a snow-covered gazebo in Babylon Village.

A winter wonderland for the young —and young-at-heart By CAROLYN JAMES cjames@liherald.com

There is a particular magic in the first snowfall of the season, a quiet joy that seems to hush the world and transform the ordinary into something enchanted. Such was nature’s message on Sunday, December 14 when a sparkling white tapestry covered rooftops, trees, and streets. The sound of a snowy morning is different. Footsteps crunch softly under boots, Car engines and distant voices seem gentler, muted by the insulating presence of snow. There is a sense of calm in the air, a slowing of the world, as if time itself is taking a deep breath. Snow also brings playful delight. Children rush outside with sleds, scarves flying behind them, their laughter piercing the stillness. Snowball fights erupt spontaneously in yards and parks and even adults find themselves caught up in the wonder. Of course, we can’t forget to extend a thanks to the men and women who braved the elements to head to their essential jobs, caring for, protecting and serving their communities, including the members of the public works departments who left the warmth and comfort of their own homes to plow the streets and to clear the sidewalks to keep us all safe. We asked our readers to send us photos of their snowy Sunday, and they did!

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Alistair of North Babylon is all bundled up for a romp in the snow.

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A snowy scene at Conklin House, Babylon.

Natalie Leon of Amityville poses for a photo with her snowy friend, Bob. She enjoyed the day out of doors sculpting the snowman.

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Notice of formation of R & J S e r v i c e s Hub LLC Articles of Organization filed with the Secretary of State of New York (SSNY) on November 14, 2025. 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: The LLC, 109 Woodlawn Ave, Dix Hills, NY, 11746 Purpose: any lawful act. 25-627. 12/4, 11, 18, 25, 1/1, 8 Notice of Formation of Sacred Sampling Solutions LLC. Articles of Organization filed with the Secretary of State of New York (SSNY) on 11/20/2025. Office location: Suffolk County, NY. SSNY has been designated as agent of the LLC upon whom process against it may be served. SSNY shall mail a copy of process to: 44 Drake Ave, Bellport, NY 11713. Purpose: Any lawful act or activity. 25-628. 12/11, 18, 25, 1/1, 8, 15 NOTICE OF SALE SUPREME COURT COUNTY OF SUFFOLK U.S. BANK NATIONAL ASSOCIATION AS TRUSTEE ON BEHALF OF THE HOLDERS OF THE CITIGROUP MORTGAGE LOAN TRUST INC. A S SE T- BAC K E D PASS-THROUGH C E RT I F IC AT E S , SERIES 2006-FXI, Plaintiff AGAINST ZOHAIB IMTIAZ, ET AL., Defendant(s) Pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale duly entered May 29, 2025, I, the undersigned Referee will sell at public auction at the Babylon

Town Hall, 200 East Sunrise Highway, Lindenhurst, NY 11757 on January 13, 2026 at 2:00 PM, premises known as 123 West 3rd Street, Deer Park, NY 11729. All that certain plot, piece or parcel of land, with the buildings and improvements thereon erected, situate, lying and being at Deer Park, Township of Babylon, County of Suffolk, and State of New York, District 0100 Section 063.00 Block 03.00 Lot 041.000. Approximate amount of judgment $905,601.00 plus interest and costs. Premises will be sold subject to provisions of filed Judgment Index #606771/2022. Billie Jean Miller, Esq., Referee Gross Polowy, LLC 1775 Wehrle Drive Williamsville, NY 14221 21-001223 87928 25-633. 12/11, 18, 25, 1/1 NOTICE OF SALE SUPREME COURT COUNTY OF SUFFOLK U.S. Bank National Association as Trustee for NRZ Pass-Through Trust IV, Plaintiff AGAINST Elizabeth Romano a/k/a Elizabeth R. Romano; Fortunato Romano; Rosario Romano; et al., Defendant(s) Pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale duly entered April 2, 2019, and Amended February 24, 2025, I, the undersigned Referee, will sell at public auction at the Babylon Town Hall, 200 East Sunrise Highway, Lindenhurst, NY 11757 on January 13, 2026 at 9:30AM, premises known as 35 Lapeer Street, Deer Park, NY 11729. All that certain plot piece or parcel of land, with the buildings and improvements thereon erected, situate, lying and being in Deer Park, Town of Babylon, County of Suffolk,

State of New York, District: 0100 Section: 027.00 Block: 02.00 Lot: 074.000. Approximate amount of judgment $363,743.66 plus interest and costs. Premises will be sold subject to provisions of filed Judgment Index# 019256/2013. Justin M. Block, Esq., Referee LOGS Legal Group LLP f/k/a Shapiro, DiCaro & Barak, LLC Attorney(s) for the Plaintiff 175 Mile Crossing Boulevard Rochester, New York 14624 (877) 430-4792 Dated: November 21, 2025 225-639. 12/11, 178, 25, 1/1 NOTICE OF SALE SUPREME COURT COUNTY OF SUFFOLK U.S. Bank Trust National Association, not in its individual capacity but solely as owner trustee for RCAF Acquisition Trust, Plaintiff AGAINST Carmine Frabasile; Gaetana Frabasile; et al., Defendant(s) Pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale duly entered January 21, 2025, I, the undersigned Referee, will sell at public auction at the Babylon Town Hall, 200 East Sunrise Highway, Lindenhurst, New York 11757 on January 12,2026 at 1:30PM, premises known as 37 Chatham Street, Deer Park, NY 11729. All that certain plot piece or parcel of land, with the buildings and improvements thereon erected, situate, lying and being in the Town of Babylon, County of Suffolk, State of New York, District: 0100 Section: 023.00 Block: 04.00 Lot: 009.000. Approximate amount of judgment $460,294.33 plus interest and costs. Premises will be sold subject to provisions of filed Judgment Index# 601008/2023.

Thomas M. McNally, Esq., Referee LOGS Legal Group LLP Attorney(s) for the Plaintiff 175 Mile Crossing Boulevard Rochester, New York 14624 (877) 430-4792 Dated: December 2, 2025 25-640. 12/11, 18, 25, 1/1 NOTICE OF F OR M AT ION OF LIMITED L IA B I L I T Y C O M PA N Y. NAME: Jamie Ve ne Prop e r t i e s L LC A r t i cl e s of Organization were filed with the Secretary of State of New York, (SSNY) on 11/24/2025 NY O f f i c e l o c at i on : Suffolk SSNY has b e en desig nate d as an agent of LLC upon whom process against it may be served. SSNY shall mail a copy of the process to: Jamie Swenton, 163 Baylawn Ave, Copiague, NY 11726 Purpose: To engage in any lawful act or activity. 25-641 12/11, 18, 25, 1/1, 8, 15 NOTICE OF SALE SUPREME COURT SUFFOLK COUNTY PENNYMAC LOAN SERVICES, LLC, Plaintiff against RANDY HOVANEC, et al Defendant(s) Attorney for Plaintiff(s) Knuckles & Manfro, LLP, 120 White Plains Road, Suite 215, Tarrytown, NY 10591. Pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered September 2, 2025, I will sell at public auction to the highest bidder at Babylon Townhall, 200 East Sunrise Highway, Lindenhurst, NY 11757 on Janu-

ary 16, 2026 at 11:00 AM. Premises known as 676 Little E Neck Road, West Babylon, NY 11704. District 0100 Sec 210.00 Block 01.00 Lot 006.00. All that certain plot, piece or parcel of land, situate, lying and being in the Town of Babylon, County of Suffolk and State of New York. Approximate Amount of Judgment is $538,099.05 plus interest, fees, and costs. Premises will be sold subject to provisions of filed Judgment Index No 612583/2024. Cash will not be accepted at the sale.The foreclosure sale will be conducted in accordance with 10th Judicial District's Covid-19 Policies and foreclosure auction rules. The Referee shall enforce any rules in place regarding facial coverings and social distancing. Ian Sack, Esq., Referee File # 2231-001150 25-643. 12/18, 25, 1/1, 8 NOTICE OF SALE SUPREME COURT COUNTY OF SUFFOLK Wells Fargo, National Association, not in its individual or banking capacity, but solely as Indenture Trustee of the Bear Stearns Structured Products Trust 2007-EMX1, Plaintiff AGAINST Luis A. Ramirez, if he be living or if he be dead, his spouses, heirs, devisees, distributees and successors in interest, all of whom and whose names and places of residence are unknown to Plaintiff; Marleni Macias; et al., Defendant(s) Pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale duly entered September 4, 2025, I, the undersigned Referee, will sell at public auction at the Babylon

Town Hall, 200 East Sunrise Highway, Lindenhurst, New York on January 20,2026, at 2:00PM, premises known as 58 Brook Avenue, Wyandanch, NY 11798. All that certain plot, piece or parcel of land, with the buildings and improvements thereon erected, situate, lying and being in the Town of Babylon, County of Suffolk, State of New York, District 0100 Section 083.00 Block 02.00 Lot 130.000. Approximate amount of judgment $595,811.70 plus interest and costs. Premises will be sold subject to provisions of filed Judgment Index# 602649/2024. Robert A. Macedonio, Esq., Referee LOGS Legal Group LLP f/k/a Shapiro, DiCaro & Barak, LLC Attorney(s) for the Plaintiff 175 Mile Crossing Boulevard Rochester, New York 14624 (877) 430-4792 Dated: December 5, 2025 For sale information, please visit www.Auction.com or call (800) 280-2831 25-644. 12/18, 25, 1/1, 8 SUPREME COURT OF THE STATE OF NEW YORK COUNTY OF SUFFOLK MIDFIRST BANK, A FEDERALLY CHARTERED SAVINGS ASSOCIATION, -againstDEBORAH ARCHIPOLO, HEIR AND DISTRIBUTEE OF THE ESTATE OF BERNARD J. DELL'AQUILA, ET AL. NOTICE OF SALE NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN pursuant to a Final Judgment of Foreclosure entered in the Office of the Clerk of

the County of Suffolk on February 20, 2025, wherein MIDFIRST BANK, A FEDERALLY CHARTERED SAVINGS ASSOCIATION is the Plaintiff and DEBORAH ARCHIPOLO, HEIR AND DISTRIBUTEE OF THE ESTATE OF BERNARD J. DELL'AQUILA, ET AL. are the Defendant(s). I, the undersigned Referee, will sell at public auction at the BABYLON TOWN HALL, 200 EAST SUNRISE HIGHWAY, NORTH LINDENHURST, NY 11757, on January 16, 2026 at 9:30AM, premises known as 234 TRAVIS STREET, LINDENHURST, NY 11757; and the following tax map identification: 0103-014.0003.00-020.000. ALL THAT CERTAIN PLOT, PIECE OR PARCEL OF LAND, SITUATE, LYING AND BEING IN THE VILLAGE OF LINDENHURST, TOWN OF BABYLON, COUNTY OF SUFFOLK AND STATE OF NEW YORK Premises will be sold subject to provisions of filed Judgment Index No.: 603710/2022. Richard Lavorata, Jr., Esq. Referee. Robertson, Anschutz, Schneid, Crane & Partners, PLLC, 900 Merchants Concourse, Suite 310, Westbury, New York 11590, Attorneys for Plaintiff. All foreclosure sales will be conducted in accordance with Covid-19 guidelines including, but not limited to, social distancing and mask wearing. *LOCATION OF SALE SUBJECT TO CHANGE DAY OF IN ACCORDANCE WITH COURT/CLERK DIRECTIVES. 25-645. 12/18, 25, 1/1, 8

FISCAL AFFAIRS OF THE DEER PA R K U N I O N FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN THAT THE FISCAL AFFAIRS OF THE DEER PA R K U N I O N FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT FOR THE PERIOD BEGINNING ON JULY 1, 2024 AND ENDING ON JUNE 30, 2025 HAVE BEEN EXAMINED BY AN INDEPENDENT P U B L I C A C C O U N TA N T AND THAT THE REPORT AND M A NAG E M E N T L E T T E R P R E PA R E D I N CONJUCTION WITH THE E X T E R N A L AUDIT BY THE INDEPENDENT P U B L I C A C C O U N TA N T HAS BEEN FILED IN MY OFFICE WHERE IT IS AVAILABLE AS A PUBLIC RECORD FOR INSPECTION BY ALL INTERESTED P E R S O N S . P U R S UA N T T O ARTILE 35 OF THE GENERAL MUNICIPAL LAW, THE DISTRICT’S BOARD OF EDUCATION M A Y, I N I T S DISCRETION, P R E PA R E A W R I T T E N RESPONSE TO THE REPORT OF EXTERNAL AUDIT A N D M A NAG E M E N T L E T T E R PREPARED BY THE INDEPENDENT P U B L I C A C C O U N TA N T AND FILE ANY SUCH RESPONSE IN MY OFFICE AS A PUBLIC RECORD FOR INSPECTION BY ALL INTERESTED PERSONS NOT LATER THAN 90 DAYS AFTER T H E I R PRESENTATION TO THE BOARD. LISA BRENNAN DISTRICT CLERK 26-1. 1/1

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tion, while tendering deposit and at any subsequent closing. Bidders are also required to comply with the Foreclosure Auction Rules and COVID-19 Health Emergency Rules issued by the Supreme Court of this County in addition to the conditions set forth in the Terms of Sale. Auction Locations are subject to change. 25-657. 12/25, 1/1, 8, 15 NOTICE OF SALE SUPREME COURT OF T H E STAT E OF N EW YOR K COUNTY OF SUFFOLK. WISDOM VENTURES, LLC, Plaintiff, v. SUPERIOR DEVELOPMENT GROUP, INC., et al., Defendants. Index No. 607761/2021 Pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale granted herein on December 12, 2024, I the undersigned, the Referee in said Judgment named, will sell at public auction at the Babylon Town Hall, 200 E. Sunrise Highway, Lindenhurst, NY 11757, County of SUFFOLK, State of New York on January 27, 2026 at 2:00 pm of that day, the premises directed by said Judgment to be sold and therein described as follows: Said premises being known as and by street address 92 Glenmalure Street, Amityville, NY 11701 District 0100 Section 172.00 Block 03.00 Lot 031.000 Said premises are sold subject to the terms and conditions of the filed Judgment and the Terms of Sale. Approximate amount of Judgment $362,600.00. Dated: Garden City, New York December 4, 2025 THOMAS G. TERESKY, ESQ., Ref-

eree Adam E. Mikolay, P.C. Attorney for Plaintiff 400 Garden City Plaza Suite 405 Garden City, New York 11530 (516) 222-2050 25-658. 12/25, 1/1, 8, 15 NOTICE OF SALE SUPREME COURT - COUNTY OF SUFFOLK W E L L S FA R G O BANK, NATIONAL A S S O C IAT I O N , SUC CESSOR BY MERGER TO WELLS FARGO BANK MINNESOTA, NATIONAL ASSOCIATION, AS TRUSTEE F/K/A NORWEST BANK MINNESOTA, NATIONAL ASSOCIATION, AS TRUSTEE FOR RENAISSANCE HEL TRUST 2004-2 Plaintiff, Against LESTON DOUGLAS AS HEIR AT LAW AND NEXT OF KIN TO GRESMORE BLACKMAN DOUGLAS A/K/A GRESMORE BLACKMAN A/K/A GRESMORE B. DOUGLAS A/K/A G.J. BLACKMAN DOUGLAS A/K/A G.J. BLACKMAN-D OUGLAS A/K/A GRESMORE J. BLACKMAN DOUGLAS A/K/A GRESMORE J E SM A B L AC K MAN-DOUGLAS; LENESHIA DOUGLAS AS HEIR AT LAW AND NEXT OF KIN TO GRESMORE BLACKMAN DOUGLAS A/K/A GRESMORE BLACKMAN A/K/A GRESMORE B. DOUGLAS A/K/A G.J. BLACKMAN DOUGLAS A/K/A G.J. BLACKMAN-D OUGLAS A/K/A GRESMORE J. B L AC K M A N DOUGLAS A/K/A GRESMORE JESMA BLACKMANDOUGLAS; et al Defendant(s)

Pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale, duly entered 12/03/2024, I, the undersigned Referee, will sell at public auction, at Babylon Town Hall, 200 East Sunrise Highway, Lindenhurst, NY 11757, on 1/29/2026 at 12:00PM, premises known as 580 Albany Avenue, Amityville, New York 11701, and described as follows: ALL that certain plot piece or parcel of land, with the buildings and improvements thereon erected, situate, lying and being at North Amityville, in the Town of Babylon, County of Suffolk and State of New York. District 0100 Section 173.00 Block 02.00 Lot 005.031 The approximate amount of the current Judgment lien is $218,310.48 plus interest and costs. The Premises will be sold subject to provisions of the aforesaid Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale; Index # 619557/2023 Brooke J. Breen, Esq., Referee. MCCABE, WEISBERG & CONWAY, LLC, 10 Midland Avenue, Suite 205, Port Chester, NY 10573 Dated: 11/20/2025 File Number: 22301172 CA 25-659. 12/25, 1/1, 8, 15 NOTICE OF SALE SUPREME COURT COUNTY OF Suffolk, Pennymac Loan Services, LLC, Plaintiff, vs. Frances Keogan, Proposed Executrix and Known Heir to Estate of Nicholas Dipretoro, ET AL., Defendant(s). Pursuant to an Order Confirming Referee’s Report and Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale duly entered on October 6, 2025, I, the undersigned Referee will sell at public auction at the Babylon Town Hall, 200 East

Sunrise Highway, North Lindenhurst, NY 11757 on January 9, 2026 at 9:00 a.m., premises known as 11 Tell Avenue, Deer Park, NY 11729. All that certain plot, piece or parcel of land, with the buildings and improvements thereon erected, situate, lying and being in the Town of Babylon, County of Suffolk and State of New York, District 0100, Section 091.00, Block 01.00 and Lot 102.000. Approximate amount of judgment is $388,302.71 plus interest and costs. Premises will be sold subject to provisions of filed Judgment Index #617892/2023. Cash will not be accepted. Richard Lavorata, Jr., Esq., Referee Knuckles & Manfro, LLP, 120 White Plains Road, Suite 215, Tarrytown, New York 10591, Attorneys for Plaintiff 25-630. 12/11, 18, 25, 1/1 NOTICE OF SALE SUPREME COURT COUNTY OF SUFFOLK, CIITBANK, N.A., Plaintiff, vs. KENNETH GEORGE A/K/A KENNETH A. GEORGE, ET AL., Defendant (s). Pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale duly entered on September 25, 2025 I, the undersigned Referee will sell at public auction at the Babylon Town Hall, 200 East Sunrise Highway, Lindenhurst, NY 11757 on January 9, 2026 at 9:30 AM, premises known as 108 FORSYTHIA LN, NORTH BABYLON, NY 11703. All that certain plot, piece or parcel of land, with the buildings and improvements thereon erected, situate, lying and being at North Babylon, County of Suffolk and State of New York 0100, Section: 119.00, Block: 01.00,

Lot: 033.000. Approximate amount of judgment is $204,049.65 plus interest and costs. Premises will be sold subject to provisions of filed Judgment Index # 620040/2023. If the sale is set aside for any reason, the Purchaser at the sale shall be entitled only to a return of the deposit paid. The Purchaser shall have no further recourse against the Mortgagor, the Mortgagee, the Mortgagee's attorney, or the Referee. RICHARD LAVORATA JR., Esq., Referee Roach & Lin, P.C., 6851 Jericho Turnpike, Suite 185, Syosset, New York 11791, Attorneys for Plaintiff 25-632. 12/11, 18, 25, 1/1 SUPREME COURT COUNTY OF SUFFOLK BABYLON. PHH MORTGAGE CORPORATION, Plaintiff against LEROY R. HAMILTON AS HEIR OF THE ESTATE OF BEATRICE HAMILTON, et al Defendant(s). Pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale dated October 15, 2025 and entered on October 20, 2025, I, the undersigned Referee will sell at public auction on the front steps of the Babylon Town Hall, 200 East Sunrise Highway, North Lindenhurst, NY on Friday, January 9, 2026 at 1:00 p.m. premises situate, lying and being in the Town of Babylon, County of Suffolk and State of New York, known and designated as DSBL# 0100 054.00 02.00 001.000. Said premises known as 79 S. 32ND STREET, W YA N D A N C H , NY 11798 Approximate amount of lien $116,688.55 plus interest & costs. Premises will be sold subject to provisions of filed

Judgment and Terms of Sale. Index Number 628335/2023. FRANCESCO P. TINI, ESQ., Referee Pincus & Tarab Attorney(s) for Plaintiff 425 RXR Plaza, Uniondale, NY 11556 25-631 12/11, 18, 25, 1/1 Notice of Formation of L&R Painting & Home Finishes LLC, a domestic limited liability company, f i le d Ar t icles of Organization with t h e N e w Yo r k Department of State on December 16, 2025. The office of the LLC is located in Suffolk County. The Secretary of State has been designated as agent of the LLC upon whom process against it may be served, and the post office address to which the Secretary of State shall mail a copy of any process is: 130 Columbus Ave, West Babylon, NY 11704. The purpose of the LLC is to engage in painting, woodworking, and related home improvement ser vices and any lawful business activities permitted under New York law. 25-660. 12/25, 1/1. 8. 15, 22, 29 Notice of formation of Mnotaryservices LLC Articles of Organization filed with the Secretary of State of New York (SSNY) on 08/19/2025 Office 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: The LLC, 10 Bluebell Ln, North Babylon, NY 11703 Purpose: any lawful act. 25-634. 12/11, 18, 25, 1/1, 8, 15

NOTICE OF SALE SUPREME COURT COUNTY OF SUFFOLK Wilmington Savings Fund Society, FSB, not in its individual capacity but solely as Owner Trustee of CSMC 2017-RPL2 Trust, Plaintiff AGAINST Deborah E. Brown a/k/a Deborah Brown; et al., Defendant(s) Pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale duly entered July 13, 2023, I, the undersigned Referee, will sell at public auction at the Babylon Town Hall, 200 E ast Sunrise Highway, Lindenhurst, NY 11757 on January 30, 2026, at 3:00PM, premises known as 47 South 20th Street, Wyandanch, NY 11798. All that certain plot, piece or parcel of land, situate, lying and being in the Town of Babylon, County of Suffolk, and State of New York, District 0100 Section 056.00 Block 03.00 Lot 009.000. Approximate amount of judgment $362,623.77 plus interest and costs. Premises will be sold subject to provisions of filed Judgment Index# 610281/2022. Joshua Blumberg, Esq., Referee LOGS Legal Group LLP f/k/a Shapiro, DiCaro & Barak, LLC Attorney(s) for the Plaintiff 175 Mile Crossing Boulevard R o c h e s t e r, Ne w York 14624 (877) 430-4792 Dated: December 10, 2025 26-5 1/1, 8, 15, 22

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REFEREE'S NOTICE OF SALE IN FORECLOSURE SUPREME COURT - COUNTY OF SUFFOLK BANK OF AMERICA, N.A., Plaintiff - against - PAUL M. WESTPHAL, et al Defendant(s). Pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered on April 2, 2025. I, the undersigned Referee will sell at public auction at the Babylon Town Hall, 200 East Sunrise Highway, Lindenhurst, NY 11757 on the 22nd day of January, 2026 at 10:30 AM. All that certain plot, piece or parcel of land, with the buildings and improvements thereon erected, situate, lying and being in the Town of Babylon, County of Suffolk, and State of New York. Pre m is es k now n as 26 Gibbs Road, Amityville a/k/a Amity Harbor, (Town of Babylon) NY 11701. (DSBL#: 0100-182.0001.00-103.000) Approximate amount of lien $175,517.58 plus interest and costs. Premises will be sold subject to provisions of filed judgment and terms of sale. In d e x No. 610921/2023. Peter L. Kramer, Esq., Referee. 516-510-4020. Davidson Fink LLP Attorney(s) for Plaintiff 400 Meridian Centre Blvd, Ste 200 Rochester, NY 14618 Tel. 585/760-8218 Dated: November 16, 2025 During the COVID-19 health emergency, bidders are required to comply with all governmental health requirements in effect at the time of sale including but not limited to, wearing face coverings and maintaining social distancing (at least 6-feet apart) during the auc-

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Notice of formation of Island Design Doors LLC Articles of Organization filed with the Secretary of State of New York (SSNY) on 08/20/2025 Office 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: Island Design Doors LLC, 55 Lakeside Drive Farmingville NY 11738 Purpose: any lawful act. 25-642. 12/18, 25, 1/1, 8, 15, 22 NOTICE OF SALE SUPREME COURT COUNTY OF SUFFOLK PHH MORTG AG E C O R P O RATION, Plaintiff AGAINST PATRICIA ANN GERALD INDIVIDUALLY AND A S SU RV I V I NG SPOUSE OF JAMES V. GERALD, ET AL., Defendant(s) Pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale duly entered June 10, 2025, I, the undersigned Referee will sell at public auction at the Babylon Town Hall, 200 East Sunrise Highway on January 20, 2026 at 1:30 PM, premises known as 40 Chestnut Street, Wyandanch, NY 11798. All that certain plot piece or parcel of land, with the buildings and improvements erected, situate, lying and being at Wyandanch in the Town of Babylon, County of Suffolk and State of New York, District 0100 Section 083.00 Block 01.00 Lot 020.000. Approximate amount of judgment $285,970.16 plus interest and costs. Premises will be sold subject to provisions of filed Judgment Index #201474/2022. Robert

A. Macedonio, Esq, Referee Gross Polowy, LLC 1775 Wehrle Drive Williamsville, NY 14221 21-001114 88042 25-646. 12/18, 25, 1/1, 8 NOTICE OF SALE SUPREME COURT COUNTY OF Suffolk, US Bank Tr u s t N a t i o n a l Ass o ci at ion, not in its Individual Capacity but Solely as Owner Trustee for VRMTG Asset Trust, Plaintiff, vs. Jenny Martinez, ET AL., Defendant(s). Pursuant to a Judgment of Fore c l o s u re a n d Sale duly entered on May 20, 2025, I, the undersigned Referee will sell at public auction at the Babylon Town Hall, 200 East Sunrise H i g hw ay, No r t h Lindenhurst, NY 11757 on January 22, 2026 at 2:00 p.m., premises known as 343 Alfred Street, Nor th B abylon, NY 11703. All that certain plot, piece or parcel of land, with the buildings and improvements t here on ere c te d, situate, lying and being in the Town of Babylon, County of Suffolk and State of New York, District 0100, Section 108.00, Block 02.00 and Lot 013.000. Approximate amount of judgment is $350,460.47 plus interest and costs. Premises will be sold subject to provisions of filed Judgment Index #605685/2023. Scott H. Siller, Esq., Referee Friedman Vartolo LLP, 85 Broad Street, Suite 501, Ne w Yor k , Ne w Yor k 10004, Attorneys for Plaintiff. Firm File No.: 240898-1 25-647. 12/.18, 25, 1/1, 8

NOTICE OF SALE SUPREME COURTCOUNTY OF SUFFOLK U.S. BANK NAT I O NA L A S S O C IAT I O N , AS TRUSTEE FOR STRUCTURED A S S E T INVESTMENT LOAN TRUST MORTGAGE PASS-THROUGH CERTIFICATES, SERIES 2005-11, Plaintiff, AGAINST J E F F R E Y TORRES AS ADMINISTRATOR AND HEIR TO THE ESTATE OF ALEX TORRES A/K/A ALEXIS TORRES, ALEXIS TORRES AS HEIR TO THE ESTATE OF ALEX TORRES A/K/A ALEXIS TORRES, and JENNY TORRES HEIR TO THE ESTATE OF ALEX TORRES A/K/A ALEXIS TORRES, et al. Defendant(s) Pursuant to a judgment of foreclosure and sale du ly entere d on September 6, 2024. I, the undersigned Referee, will sell at public auction at the Babylon Town Hall, 200 E. Sunrise Highway, Lindenhurst, NY 11757 on January 15, 2026 at 1:30 PM premises known as 58 Sunburst Drive, Deer Park, NY 11729. Please take notice that this foreclosure auction shall be conducted in compliance with the Foreclosure Auction Rules for Suffolk C ou nt y and t he COVID 19 Health Emergency Rules, including proper use of masks and social distancing. A l l t h at c e r t ai n plot piece or parcel of land, with the buildings and

improvements t here on ere c te d, situate, lying and being in the Town of Babylon, County of Suffolk and State of New York. District 0100 Section 092.00, Block 03.00 and Lot 015.000. Approximate amount of judgment $409,257.80 plus interest and costs. Premises will be sold subject to provisions of filed Judgment. Index #607067/2015. Latoya James, Esq., Referee, Aldridge Pite, LLP - At t o r n e y s f o r Plaintiff - 40 Marcus Drive, Suite 200, Melville, NY 11747 25-648. 12/18, 25, 1/1, 8 Notice of formation of Mother Knows LLC Articles of Organization filed with the Secretary of State of New York (SSNY) on 11/25/2025 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: Mother Knows LLC, 580 N Lewis Ave., L i n d e n hu r s t N Y 11757 Purpose: any lawful act. 25-650. 12/18, 25, 1/1, 8, 15, 22 NOTICE OF SALE SUPREME COURT SUFFOLK COUNTY F R E E D O M MORTG AG E C ORPOR ATION, Plaintiff against CHRISTOPHER CHODKOWSKI, et al Defendant(s) Attorney for Plaintiff(s) McCalla Raymer Leibert Pierce, LLC, 420 Lexington Avenue,

Suite 840, New York, NY 10170. Pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered November 13, 2025, I will sell at public auction to the highest bidder at Babylon Townhall, 200 East Sunrise Highway, Lindenhurst, NY 11757 on January 20, 2026 at 1:30 PM. Premises known as 222 Lido Pkwy, Lindenhurst, NY 11757. District 0100 S e c 227.00 B l o c k 0 3 . 0 0 L ot 034.000. All that certain plot piece or parcel of land, situate, lying and being in the Town of Babylon, County of Suffolk and State of New York. Approximate Amount of Judgment is $454,841.16 plus interest, fees, and costs. Premises will be sold subject to provisions of filed Judgment Index No 628798/2023.The foreclosure sale will b e conduc te d in accordance with 10th Judicial District's Covid-19 Policies and foreclosure auction rules. The Referee shall enforce any rules in place regarding facial coverings and social distancing. Deposit by certified funds only, made payable to the referee. For sale information, please contact XOME at www.Xome.com or call (844)4009633. Jonathan A Baum, Esq., Referee File # 23-16241NY 25-653. 12/18, 25, 1/1, 8 NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING BY THE TOWN OF BABYLON ACCESSORY A PA RT M E N T REVIEW BOARD Pursuant to

West Babylon Fire Department 126 Arnold Avenue West Babylon, NY 11704 2026 MEETINGS The meetings will be scheduled for the first and third Mondays of each month at 7:30 pm with the following exceptions: Tuesday, 1/20 instead of 1/19 (MLK Day) Tuesday, 2/17 instead of 2/16 (President’s Day) Monday, 8/31 Workshop 7:00 pm Thursday, 9/10 instead of 9/7 (Labor Day) Sunday, 9/13 Budget Prep meeting at 9:00 am Monday, 10/19 Budget meeting at 7:00 pm, Board meeting 7:30 pm January 5 July 20 January 20 (Tuesday) August 3 February 2 August 17 February 17 (Tuesday) August 31 (Workshop 7 pm) March 2 September 10 (Thursday) March 16 September 13 (Sunday 9 am) April 6 September 21 April 20 October 5 May 4 October 19 May 18 November 2 June 1 November 16 June 15 December 7 July 6 December 21 26-4. 1/1 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, January 6th, 2026. Public hearings begin 6:00pm. N E W APPLICATIONS: •Hardeep Singh 34 Jackson Street Farmingdale, NY 11735 SCTM#0100-1213-86 •Roger Interiano 17 Gloucester Drive Wheatley Heights, NY 11798 SCTM#0100-12-217 •Orasthina Maria Abreu 30 Verrazano Ave Copiague, NY 11726 SCTM#0100-1971-39 •Juan Cifuentes 45 Lucerne Drive W. B aby l on , N Y 11704 SCTM#0100-2212-50

•Diana Ruinsky 155 Schleigel Blvd Amityville, NY 11701 SCTM#0100-123-1-39 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. Babylon Beacon: Thursday, January 1st, 2026 26-2 1/1 NOTICE OF SALE SUPREME COURT COUNTY OF SUFFOLK Bank of New York as Trustee for the certificateholders of CWABS, Inc. Asset-Backed Certificates, Series 2006-6, Plaintiff AGAINST Heather Y. Harper

a/k/a Heather Harper Clinton; et al., Defendant(s) Pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale duly entered November 30, 2023, I, the undersigned Referee, will sell at public auction at the Babylon Town Hall, 200 East Sunrise Highway, Lindenhurst, New York 11757 on February 2,2026 at 2:15PM, premises known as 25 Grant Avenue, Amityville, NY 11701. All that certain plot piece or parcel of land, with the buildings and improvements erected, situate, lying and being in the Town of Babylon, County of Suffolk, State of New York, District 100 Section 170.00 Block 2 Lot 76. Approximate amount of judgment $899,382.37 plus interest and costs. Premises will be sold subject to provisions of filed Judgment Index# 024566/2007. Scott Siller, Esq., Referee LOGS Legal Group LLP f/k/a Shapiro, DiCaro & Barak, LLC Attorney(s) for the Plaintiff 175 Mile Crossing Boulevard Rochester, New York 14624 (877) 430-4792 Dated: December 22, 2025 26-14. 1/1, 8, 15, 22

TRUSTEES, COMMITTEES, LIENORS, AND ASSIGNS, ALL OF WHOM AND WHOSE NAMES, EXCEPT AS STATED, ARE UNKNOWN TO P L A I N T I F F, PEOPLE OF THE STATE OF NEW YORK, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA ON BEHALF OF THE IRS JOHN DOE (Those unknown tenants, occupants, persons or corporations or their heirs, distributees, executors, administrators, trustees, guardians, assignees, creditors or successors claiming an interest in the mortgaged premises.) Defendant(s). MORTGAGED PREMISES: 58 Overland Avenue Amityville, NY 11701 To the Above named Defendant: You are hereby summoned to answer the Complaint in this action, and to serve a copy of your answer, or, if the Complaint is not served with this Supplemental Summons, to serve a notice of appearance, on the Plaintiff(s) attorney(s) within twenty days after the service of this Supplemental Summons, exclusive of the day of service (or within 30 days after the service is complete if this Supplemental Summons is not per sonally delivered to you within the State of New York). In case of your failure to appear or answer, judgment will be taken against you by default for the relief demanded in the Complaint. The Attorney for Plaintiff has an office for business in the County of Erie. Trial to be held in the County of Suffolk. The basis of the venue designated above is the location of the Mortgaged Premises. TO Defendant In this Action. The foregoing Supplemental Sum-

mons is served upon you by publication, pursuant to an order of HON. Thomas F. Whelan of the Supreme Court Of The State Of New York, dated the Third day of December, 2025 and filed with the Complaint in the Office of the Clerk of the County of Suffolk, in the City of Riverhead. The object of this action is to foreclosure a mortgage upon the premises described below, executed by Alison Monique C. Clarke AKA Alison Monique Chates Clarke and Ucal B. McCullough dated the June 30, 2022, to secure the sum of $492,978.00 and recorded at Book M0002 3449, Page 672 in the Office of the Suffolk County Clerk on August 20, 2022. The mortgage was subsequently assigned by an assignment executed January 23, 2025 and recorded on February 18, 2025, in the Office of the Suffolk County Clerk at Book M00023642, Page 159. The property in question is described as follows: 58 Overland Avenue, Amityville, NY 11701 NOTICE YOU ARE IN DANGER OF LOSING YOUR HOME If you do not respond to this summons and complaint by serving a copy of the answer on the attorney for the mortgage company who filed this Foreclosure proceeding against you and filing the answer with the court, a default judgment may be entered and you can lose your home. Speak to an attorney or go to the court where your case is pending for further information on how to answer the summons and protect your property. Sending a payment to your mortgage company will not stop this foreclosure action. YOU

MUST RESPOND BY SERVING A COPY OF THE ANSWER ON THE ATTORNEY FOR THE PLAINTIFF (MORTGAGE COMPANY) AND FILING THE ANSWER WITH THE COURT. DATED: December 5, 2025 Gross Polowy LLC Attorney(s) For Plaintiff(s) 1775 Wehrle Drive, Suite 100 Williamsville, NY 14221 The law firm of Gross Polowy LLC and the attorneys whom it employs are debt collectors who are attempting to collect a debt. Any information obtained by them will be used for that purpose. 88391 25-651. 12/18, 25, 1/1, 8 SU M M O N S – SU P R E M E C OU RT OF T H E STAT E OF NEW YORK, COUNTY OF SUFFOLK – U.S. BANK TRUST NATIONAL A S S O C IAT I O N , NOT IN ITS INDIVIDUAL CAPACITY BUT SOLELY AS OWNER TRUSTEE FOR VRMTG ASSET TRUST, Plaintiff, -against- THE UNKNOWN HEIRS-ATLAW, NEXT-OF-KIN, DISTRIBUTEES, EXECUTORS, ADMINISTRATORS, TRUSTEES, DEVISEES, L E G AT E E S , AS SIGNEES, LIENORS, CREDITORS AND SUCCESSORS IN INTEREST AND GENERALLY ALL PERSONS AND PARTIES HAVING OR C L A I M I NG , UNDER , BY OR THROUGH THE DECEDENT ROBERTA PRYOR, BY PURCHASE, INHERITANCE, LIEN OR OTHERWISE, ANY RIGHT, TITLE OR INTEREST IN AND TO THE PREMISES DESCRIBED IN THE COMPLAINT HEREIN; NEW

YORK STATE DEPA RT M E N T O F TAXATION AND F I NA N C E ; T H E UNITED STATES OF AMERICA (EASTERN DISTRICT); "JOHN D OE #1" through "JOHN DOE #10" inclusive, the names of the ten last name Defendants being fictitious, real names unknown to the Plaintiff, the parties intended being persons or corporations having an interest in, or tenants or persons in possession of, portions of the mortgaged premises described in the Complaint, Defendants - Index No. 624924/2025 Plaintiff Designates Suffolk County as the Place of Trial. The Basis of Venue is that the subject premises is situated in Suffolk County. To the above named Defendants– YOU ARE HEREBY SUMMONED to answer the Complaint in this action and to serve a copy of your Answer or, if the Complaint is not served with this Summons, to serve a Notice of Appearance upon the Plaintiff 's attorney within twenty (20) days after the service of this Summons, exclusive of the date of service or within thirty (30) days after the service is complete if this Summons is not personally delivered to you within the State of New York. If you fail to so appear or answer, judgment will be taken against you by default for the relief demanded in the Complaint. That this Summons is being filed pursuant to an order of the court dated December 2, 2025. NOTICE-YOU ARE IN DANGER OF LOSING YOUR HOME – If you do not respond to this summons and complaint by serving a copy of the answer on the attorney for the mort-

gage company who filed this foreclosure proceeding against you and filing the answer with the court, a default judgment may be entered and you can lose your home. Speak to an attorney or go to the court where your case is pending for further information on how to answer the summons and protect your property. Sending a payment to the mortgage company will not stop the foreclosure action. YOU MUST RESPOND B Y SE RV I NG A COPY OF THE ANS W E R ON T H E ATTORNEY FOR THE PLAINTIFF (U.S. BANK TRUST NATIONAL ASSOCIATION, NOT IN ITS INDIVIDUAL CAPACIT Y BUT SOLELY AS OWNER TRUSTEE FOR VRMTG ASSET TRUST) AND FILING THE ANSWER WITH THE COURT. The foregoing summons is served upon you by publication pursuant to an order of the Honorable S. Betsy Heckman Torres, J.S.C. Dated: December 2, 2025 Filed: December 9, 2025. The object of this action is to foreclose a mortgage and covering the premises known as 5 Somerset Road West, Amityville, NY 11701. Dated: September 17, 2025 Filed: December 9, 2025 Mark R. Knuckles, Esq. Knuckles & Manfro, LLP, Attorneys for Plaintiff, 120 White Plains Road, Suite 215, Tarrytown, New York 10591 Phone: (914) 345-3020 25-656. 12/25, 1/1, 8, 15 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) o n We d n e s d a y, Ja nu a r y 7 , 2 0 2 6 at 6:00pm NEW A P P L I C AT I O N 1. 806 County Line Rd LLC 806 County Line Rd. Amityville NY 11701 SCTM NO: 0100-164-1-82 2. Sukhminder Singh 799 Freedom St. N. Babylon NY 11703 SCTM NO: 0100-161-1-40 3. Rose Anim 46 Crown St. Deer Park NY 11729 SCTM NO: 0100-901-73.001 4. Lata Agnihotri 1050 N. Indiana Ave. N. L i n d e n hu r s t N Y 11757 SCTM NO: 0100-154-471 5. Angelo & Concetta Giambalvo 1309 Herzel Blvd. West Babylon NY 11704 SCTM NO: 0100-135-1-82 6. JBH Holdings LLC 754 Deer Park Ave. North Babylon NY 11703 SCTM NO: 0100146-2-40 7. Hollywood 75 Corp. 75 Hollywood Ave., E. Lindenhurst NY 11757 SCTM NO: 0100-190-5-45 8. Vuja DE LLC 9 N. Emerson Ave. Copiague NY 11726 SCTM NO: 0100-180-3-17 9. Anthony Parvey 77 W. 8th St. Deer Park NY 11729 SCTM NO: 010062-2-52 RENEWALS 1. AJR Enterprises 14 S. 22nd St. Wy a n d a n c h N Y 11798 SCTM NO: 0100-55-2-46 2. D e br a Wa l d m a n 3 3 B e a c h Av e . Copiague NY 11726 SCTM NO: 0100-192-2-64 3. Selwyn Morris 68 Levey Blvd. Wy a n d a n c h N Y 11798 SCTM NO: 0100-79-1-35 4. Carmine Zito 1025 Little East Neck Rd. West Babylon NY 11704 SCTM

NO: 0100-138-21.001 5. Jorge D u r an & Kar i lu Ruiz 54 33rd St. Copiague NY 11726 SCTM NO: 0100-200-2-33 26-3. 1/1 NOTICE OF SALE SUPREME COURT COUNTY OF SUFFOLK U.S. BANK NATIONAL A S S O C IAT I O N , AS TRUSTEE FOR J . P. M O R G A N MORTGAGE TRUST 2007S3, Plaintiff AGAINST ERICA WESTBROOK, ET AL., Defendant(s) Pursuant to a Judgment of Fore c l o s u re a n d Sale duly entered December 8, 2023, I, the undersigned Referee will sell at public auction at the Babylon Town Hall, 200 East Sunrise Highway, Lindenhurst, NY 11757 on February 3, 2026 at 3:00 PM, premises known as 4 South 21 Street, Wy an d an c h , N Y 11798. All that certain plot, piece or parcel of land, with the buildings and improvements t here on ere c te d, situate, lying and being in the Town of Babylon, County of Suffolk and State of New York, District 0100, Section 055.00, Block 02.00, Lot 067.000. Approximate amount of judgment $367,939.15 plus interest and costs. Premises will be sold subject to provisions of filed Judgment Index #610363/2019. S cott L o ckwo o d, Esq., Referee Gross Polowy, LLC 1775 We h r l e D r i v e Williamsville, NY 14221 19-002268 88052 26-12. 1/1, 8,15, 22

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Supplemental Summons and Notice of Object of Action SUPREME COURT OF THE STATE OF NEW YORK COUNTY OF SUFFOLK ACTION TO FORECLOSE A MORTGAGE INDEX #: 612937/2025 FREEDOM MORTGAGE CORPORATION Plaintiff, ALISON MONIQUE C. CLARKE AKA ALISON MONIQUE CHATES CLARKE, UCAL B. MCCULLOUGH IF LIVING, AND IF HE/SHE BE DEAD, ANY AND ALL PERSONS UNKNOWN TO P L A I N T I F F, C L A I M I NG , OR WHO MAY CLAIM TO HAVE AN INTEREST IN, OR GENERAL OR SPECIFIC LIEN UPON THE REAL PROPERTY DESCRIBED IN THIS ACTION; SUCH UNKNOWN PERSONS BEING HEREIN GENERALLY DESCRIBED AND INTENDED TO BE INCLUDED IN WIFE, WIDOW, HUSBAND, WIDOWER, HEIRS AT LAW, NEXT OF KIN, DESCENDANTS, EXECUTORS, ADMINISTRATORS, DEVISEES, LEGATEES, CREDITORS, TRUSTEES, COMMITTEES, LIENORS, AND ASSIGNEES OF SUCH DECEASED, ANY AND ALL PERSONS DERIVING INTEREST IN OR LIEN UPON, OR TITLE TO SAID REAL PROPERTY BY, THROUGH OR UNDER THEM, OR EITHER OF THEM, AND THEIR RESPECTIVE WIVES, WID OWS, HUSBANDS, WIDOWE R S , H E I R S AT LAW, NEXT OF KIN, DESCENDANTS, EXECUTORS, ADMINISTRATORS, DEVISEES, LEGATEES, CREDITORS,

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NOTICE OF SALE SUPREME COURT SUFFOLK COUNTY DEUTSCHE BANK TRUST COMPANY AMERICAS AS TRUSTEE R ALI 2006-QS12, Plaintiff against TAREQ MOLLAH A/K/A TAREQ M. MOLL AH, et a l Defendant(s) Attorney for Plaintiff(s) Fein Such & Crane, LLP, 28 East Main Street, Suite 1800, R o c h e s t e r, N Y 14614. Pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered September 6, 2024, I will sell at public auction to the highest bidder at Babylon Townhall, 200 East Sunrise Highway, Lindenhurst, NY 11757 on January 30, 2026 at 1:30 PM. Premises known as 130 Claremont Avenue, West Babylon, NY 11704. District 0100 Sec 141.00 Block 02.00 Lot 057.000 and 058.003. All that certain plot, piece or parcel of land, situate, lying and being in the Town of Babylon, County of Suffolk and State of New York. Approximate Amount of Judgment is $1,016,322.20 plus interest, fees, and costs. Premises will be sold subject to provisions of filed Judgment Index No 203752/2022. The foreclosure sale will be conducted in accordance with 10th Judicial District's Covid-19 Policies and foreclosure auction rules. The Referee shall enforce any rules in place regarding facia l coverings and social distancing.

Fr an c e s c o Pa ol o Tini, Esq., Referee File # SPSNY760 26-6 1/1, 8,15, 22 NOTICE OF SALE SUPREME COURT SUFFOLK COUNTY HSBC BANK USA, N.A., Plaintiff against HECTOR ARISTY, et al Defendant(s) Attorney for Plaintiff(s) Fein Such & Crane, LLP, 28 East Main Street, Suite 1800, Rochester, NY 14614. Pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered Februar y 11, 2020, I will sell at public auction to the highest bidder at Babylon Townhall, 200 East Sunrise Highway, Lindenhurst, NY 11757 on February 2, 2026 at 2:30 PM. Pre m i s e s k n ow n as 30 Park Circle North, Farmingdale, NY 11735. District 01 0 0 S e c 0 4 7 . 0 0 B l o c k 0 3 . 0 0 L ot 086.000. All that certain plot, piece or parcel of land, with the buildings and improvements t here on ere c te d, situate, lying and being at East Farmingdale, in the Town of Babylon, County of Suffolk, State of New York. Approximate Amount of Judgment is $403,296.21 plus interest, fees, and costs. Premises will be sold subject to provisions of filed Judgment Index No 603157/2018. The foreclosure sale will be conducted in accordance with 10th Judicial District's Covid-19 Policies and foreclosure auction rules. The Referee shall enforce any rules in place regarding facial coverings and social distancing. Joseph Fritz, Esq.,

Referee F i l e # FSLNY006 26-7. 1/1, 8, 15, 22 NOTICE OF SALE SUPREME COURT - COUNT Y OF SUFFOLK DEUTSCHE BANK NATIONAL TRUST C O M PA N Y, A S T RU ST E E F OR N O VA S TA R MORTGAGE FUNDING TRUST, SERIES 2007-2, NOVASTAR HOME E Q U I T Y L OA N A S SE T- BAC K E D C E RT I F IC AT E S , SERIES 2007-2, Plaintiff, Against NIKKI SHEREE LANCLOS A/K/A NIKKI LANCLOS A/K/A NIKKI S. LANCLOS; et al, Defendant(s) Pursuant to a Judgment of Fore c l o s u re a n d Sale, duly entered 06/27/2024, I, the undersigned Referee, will sell at public auction, at Babylon Town Hall, 200 East Sunrise Highway, Lindenhurst, NY 11757, on 1/30/2026 at 2:30PM , premises known as 165 Fulton Street, West Babylon, New York 11704 and described as follows: ALL that certain plot piece or parcel of land, with the buildings and improvements t here on ere c te d, situate, lying and being in the Town of Babylon, County of Suffolk and State of New York. District 0100 Section 105.00 Block 02.00 Lot 042.000 The approximate amount of the current Judgment lien is $468,921.55 plus interest and costs. The Premises will be sold subject to provisions of the aforesaid Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale; Index # 603410/2023

Joshua P. Blumberg, Esq., Referee. M C C A B E , WEISBERG & CONWAY, LLC, 10 Midland Avenue, S u i t e 2 0 5 , Po r t Chester, NY 10573 D a t e d : 11/20/2025 File Number:22-301278. CA 26-8 1/1, 8, 15, 22 SUPREME COURT OF THE STATE OF NEW YORK COUNTY OF SUFFOLK TOWD POINT MORTGAGE TRUST 2019-4, U.S. BANK NATIONAL A S S O C I AT I O N , AS INDENTURE TRUSTEE, -againstMARGARET H AY E S A / K / A MARGARET E. HAYES, ET AL. NOTICE OF SALE NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN pursuant to a Final Judgment of Foreclosure entered in the Office of the Clerk of the County of Suffolk on November 25, 2024, wherein TOWD POINT MORTGAGE TRUST 2019-4, U.S. BANK NATIONAL A S S O C I AT I O N , AS INDENTURE TRUSTEE is the Plaintiff and MARGARET H AY E S A / K / A MARGARET E. HAYES, ET AL. are the Defendant(s). I, the undersigned Referee, will sell at public auction at the BABYLON TOWN HALL, 200 EAST SUNRISE HIGHWAY, NORTH LINDENHURST, NY 11757, on January 30, 2026 at 3:30PM, pre m i s e s k n ow n as 103 NORTH 1 8 T H S T R E E T, W H E AT L E Y HEIGHTS, NY 11798; and the following tax map identification:

0100-039.00-02.00110.002. ALL THAT CERTAIN PARCEL OF LAND SITUATE IN THE CITY O F W H E AT L E Y HEIGHTS, TOWN OF BABYLON, COUNTY OF SUFFOLK AND STATE OF NEW YORK Premises will be sold subject to provisions of filed Judgment Index No.: 624057/2023. Joshua P. Blumberg, Esq. Referee. Robertson, Anschutz, Schneid, Crane & Partners, PLLC, 900 Merchants Concourse, Suite 310, Westbury, New York 11590, Attorneys for Plaintiff. All foreclosure sales will be conducted in accordance with Covid-19 guidelines including, but not limited to, social distancing and mask wearing. *LO CATION OF SALE SUBJECT TO CHANGE DAY OF IN ACCORDANCE W I T H C O U RT / C L E R K DIRECTIVES. 26-9 1/1, 8, 15, 22 SUPREME COURT OF THE STATE OF NEW YORK COUNTY OF SUFFOLK SELENE FINANCE, LP, -againstGARY J. GORMAN, ET AL. NOTICE OF SALE NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN pursuant to a Final Judgment of Foreclosure entered in the Office of the Clerk of the County of Suffolk on December 1, 2025, wherein SELENE FINANCE, LP is the Plaintiff and GARY J. GORMAN, E T A L . are t h e Defendant(s). I, the undersigned Referee, will sell

at public auction at the BABYLON TOWN HALL, 200 EAST SUNRISE HIGHWAY, NORTH L I N DE N H U R ST, NY 11757, on February 2, 2026 at 2:00PM, premises known as 290 3 3 R D S T R E E T, L I N DE N H U R ST, NY 11757; and the following tax map identification: 0103-005.00-03.00044.000. ALL THOSE CERTAIN LOTS, PIECES, OR PA R C E L S O F LAND SITUATE, LYING AND BEING I N T H E T OW N OF BABYLON, COUNTY OF SUFFOLK AND STATE OF NEW YORK Premises will be sold subject to provisions of filed Ju d g m e nt In d e x No.: 627025/2024. Scott H. Siller, Esq. Referee. Robertson, Anschutz, Schneid, Crane & Partners, PLLC, 900 Merchants Concourse, Suite 310, Westbury, New York 11590, Attorneys for Plaintiff. All foreclosure sales will be conducted in accordance with Covid-19 guidelines including, but not limited to, social distancing and mask wearing. *LO CATION OF SALE SUBJECT TO CHANGE DAY OF IN ACCORDANCE W I T H C O U RT / C L E R K DIRECTIVES. 26-10 1/1, 8, 15, 22 NOTICE OF SALE SUPREME COURT COUNTY OF SUFFOLK WILMINGTON SAVINGS FUND S O C I E T Y , FSB, D/B/A CHRISTIANA T R U S T, N O T I N D I V I D UA L LY BUT AS TRUSTEE

FOR CARLSBAD F U N D I N G MORTGAGE TRUST, Plaintif f A G A I N S T M I C H A E L ALVAREZ, NELSON ALVAREZ, JR., ET AL., Defendant(s) Pursuant to a Judgment of Fore c l o s u re a n d Sale duly entered March 22, 2023, I, t he u nd e rs i g ne d Referee will sell at public auction at the Babylon Town Hall, 200 East Sunrise Highway, Lindenhurst, NY 11757 on February 3, 2026 at 11:00 AM, premises known as 34 Monroe Street, Farmingdale, NY 11735. All that certain plot piece or parcel of land, with the buildings and improvements e re c t e d , s itu at e , lying and being in the Town of Babylon, County of Suffolk, State of New York, District 0100, Section 121.00, Block 03.00, Lot 071.000. Approximate amount of judgment $665,354.08 plus interest and costs. Premises will be sold subject to provisions of filed Ju d g m e nt In d e x #612397/2017. Brian J. Davis, Esq., Referee Gross Polowy, LLC 1775 Wehr le Drive Williamsville, NY 14221 17-000311 88081 26-11. 1/1, 8, 15, 22 NOTICE OF PUBLIC AND/OR INFORMATIONAL HEARINGS BY THE TOWN OF BABYLON P L A N N I N G 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 To w n Hall, To w n B o a r d R o om , 2 0 0 E a s t Sunrise Highway, Lindenhurst, New York, on the Monday, January 5, 2026 at 7:00 p.m. prevailing t i me or as s o on thereafter as can be heard to consider the following application(s): P U B L I C H E A R I NG / BA R / R E S TAU R A N T / CHANGE OF ZONE JOB# 25-39AFE; GC-2L, LLC.:SCTM# 0100-121.00-01.0013.001 and 0100121.00-01.00-14.002: Zone – E-Business and B-Residence to E-Business: SEQRA – Unlisted Action, Coordinated Review: Applicant proposes to rezone one of the two subject parcels from B-Residence to E-Business and demolish the existing structures in order to construct a 1,800sf (footprint) one-story Caribou Coffee with drivethru and 30 indoor and 6 outdoor seats, along with associated site improvements.: Property is located on the west side of Route 110, 350’ south of Great Neck Rd., Farmingdale, S u f f o l k C o u n t y, 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 P R I N T I N G INSTRUCTIONS Babylon B eacon: 01/01/26 26-13. 1/1

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very new year brings with it the anticipation of what might be. Leaving 2025 and all its tumult and drama in our rearview mirror, Long Islanders, New Yorkers and Americans enter 2026 with hope, anticipation … and some concern. On a positive note, the economy appears to have stabilized, and might even be ready to take off. Inflation has slowed and gas prices are down. All is not perfect, of course. Too many basic food products still pETER have high prices, KinG and there is the specter of artificial intelligence and what impact it will have on the economy and our lives. But at least for the short run, the signs are positive for solid growth and an overall good economy for Nassau and Suffolk. New York City, though, could be another story, and difficulties in the Big Apple necessarily carry the risk of bleeding over into Nassau County. This isn’t a partisan screed, but with its first election ever of an avowed democratic

socialist mayor, the city has raised the stakes. Will Mayor-elect Zohran Mamdani’s economic policies drive businesses — businesses that employ many Long Islanders! — out of New York? Will his proposals to curtail police activity cause an increase in crime and a concomitant increase in cross-border crime? All this will be part of the statewide gubernatorial campaign, which will have Long Island at its epicenter, with County Executive Bruce Blakeman carrying the Republican banner against incumbent Gov. Kathy Hochul. This race will not only have a focus on the Mamdani factor, but will be run against the competing backdrops of the progressive hold on the Democratic Party and the favorable/unfavorable ratio of President Trump’s policies on Long Island and New York. It could well be a campaign for the history books, with Long Island dominating the prologue, the chapters and the conclusion. On a somewhat lighter note, how will our sports teams do? Can the Yankees escape the doldrums of early postseason playoff exits? Will the Mets overcome the loss of core players and fan favorites

Pete Alonso and Brandon Nimmo, and baseball’s star closer, Edwin Diaz, to recapture the magic of the 2024 season? Back to serious matters: 2026 will marks the 250th anniversary of the American experiment, which has seen the United States emerge as the world’s beacon for freedom and liberty, and the most prosperous and powerful military force in the history of the world. With that power and prosperity has come responsibility beyond our borders, manifested dramatically in assisting our European allies in World War I; crushing Hitler and Nazism in World War II; and forging NATO and other alliances with democratic allies to lead the free world through the long struggle of the Cold War to defeat Soviet imperialism and bring down the prison of the Iron Curtain to free the captive nations of Eastern Europe. This was followed, of course, by America’s heroic response to the horrific attacks of Sept. 11, and its coordination of the larger response of the civilized world to Islamist terrorism — particularly its main components, Al Qaeda and ISIS. That struggle isn’t entirely

ong Island looks likely to be the epicenter of the gubernatorial campaign.

over, and we can never take our foot off their throats, but the forces of terrorism have definitely been subdued. My concern now, as we begin 2026, is whether America is in danger of abdicating its position of world leadership and returning to the failed America First isolationist policies of the 1930s, which led us to retreat within our borders and refuse to assist European democracies in the climactic struggle against Hitler and Nazism until it was almost too late. We can’t be weakening western alliances like NATO or in any way enabling resurgent despots like Russian President Vladimir Putin. In deciding what aid to provide countries like Ukraine that are courageously resisting brutal Russian aggression, we must not once again make the isolationist mistake of focusing on the cost of everything and the value of nothing. Forgetting the cruel lessons of the past could only force us to relive them. America’s history is a proud one. It’s my hope that 2026 will see the rekindling and strengthening of the flame of freedom that has burned so brightly since 1776, and the love of liberty that has fueled it. Happy New Year! Peter King is a former congressman, and a former chair of the House Committee on Homeland Security. Comments? pking@ liherald.com.

For President Trump, too many missed opportunities

hen you reach the stage in life that I have, you’ve seen politicians come and go. I have seen overly aggressive pols flame out because they thought they knew everything, and it turned out they knew nothing. I have seen brilliant political people crash and burn because they thought their secrets would never be uncovered. And I have watched Donald Trump go through more ups and downs than any political figure I can recall. When Trump JERRY took the oath of office last JanuKREMER ary, I wondered whether he was aware of the many opportunities a president has to create a lasting, positive legacy. Now that he has been in office for a year, I’m taking a look back at his actions, which I will try to keep as fair and balanced as possible, considering that I’m a Democrat. I have known the president in ways other than having interacted with him

as officeholder. I have been one of his many lawyers over a long period, so I’ve had an up-close view of him in the many roles he has played. I’ve watched him in action, and have some knowledge of how he views the outside world and people in general. So I temper my comments with the knowledge of a man who went from master builder to commander in chief. As hard as I try to single out the positive things Trump has done, I must start by saying that his time in office up to now is a long period of missed opportunities. He came into office with a chance to make the Republican Party one of the strongest parties in American history. Instead it faces a potential electoral disaster this coming November. The results of many contests last November prove that the 2026 elections will be a real challenge for the party of Abraham Lincoln. I agree with many of my friends who are Trump supporters that he has successfully closed the border to new entrants, keeping his election promise to do just that. Sadly, President Biden

caved in to the progressive wing of the Democratic Party and allowed an estimated 11 million immigrants into our country. There is a mechanism for people to enter the country, but it was badly abused under Biden. America has always been the beacon of hope for people throughout the world, but Trump’s current immigration policy is a disaster, because it keeps out much of the professional talent that we badly need. Setting the immigration quota at 7,500 people, with a preference given to white South Africans, makes no sense. Silicon Valley executives will find a way to get the talent they need, but a brilliant researcher from, say, Sri Lanka who wants to work at a hospital specializing in cancer treatment will be blocked from coming here unless his or her potential employer wants to spend a million dollars. We can all agree that there is too much waste in government at all levels. There is a need for careful analysis of needed jobs, and then those that aren’t needed should be eliminated. Regrettably, that didn’t happen in Washington.

nd as a result, the GOP faces a potential electoral disaster in November.

Elon Musk took on the assignment of cleaning house, and used his buzz saw to cut alleged waste. More than 160,000 people lost their jobs, but many in Washington tell me that many badly needed personnel got the ax. As of now, not one person kicked out of their job has been prosecuted for “fraud or abuse.” During his 2024 campaign, Trump promised that his focus would be on cutting costs for the average American. You can call it a “Democratic hoax” or whatever you want, but millions of Americans are hurting from crushing prices, and there is nothing on the horizon that will change that. Lots of readers will weigh in on the pros and cons that I haven’t mentioned, but I don’t have the space to recite them all. The recent remarks of an Indiana Republican state senator struck a chord in my mind. She said she was a Trump supporter, “but I don’t like his tone.” 2025 was a year when he could have set a positive tone for America that could have helped heal our great divide. That was his biggest missed opportunity. Jerry Kremer was a state assemblyman for 23 years, and chaired the Assembly’s Ways and Means Committee for 12 years. Comments about this column? jkremer@ liherald.com.

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ew York is heading into the heart of winter with warning lights flashing across its health care system. Based on figures provided by Northwell, influenza cases typically increase by 30 percent every flu season, but since Thanksgiving, flu hospitalizations statewide have surged by 75 percent, and cases of the flu, respiratory syncytial virus and Covid-19 are all rising together. Emergency rooms and urgent care centers are busier by the week, hospitals are operating above normal capacity and the seasonal wave has not yet crested. This convergence of viruses is more than a troubling trend line; it is a clear signal that now is the time for decisive action, starting with getting the flu shot. There were 71,123 documented flu cases in New York state as of Dec. 20, according to the State Department of Health. Northwell usually has upward of 3,000 patients in its hospital beds, but as of Dec. 18, there were 3,500, and roughly 10 percent were flu-related cases. Hospitals are accustomed to being busy in the winter, but this season is proving especially challenging. Patient counts have already exceeded typical levels, with flu accounting for a meaningful share of admissions. The virus is spreading rapidly in our communities, and the curve continues to climb. Historically, influenza remains active through March and even April, meaning the strain on hospitals and health care workers could persist for months. When capacity is stretched, delays and disruptions affect everyone, not just those sick with respiratory viruses.

letters Randi summed up my thinking perfectly To the Editor: I was so happy to read Randi Kreiss’s opinion of the state in which our country finds itself (“The sun rises and sets; the rest is up for grabs,” Dec. 18-24). I have been in a state of depression since the man elected president took office for the second time. Why someone who did not do a good job the first time was elected a second time I will never understand. Some of my family members are suffering. My grandson is attending Brown, and was taking a final exam at the time the murderer was attacking hardworking students preparing for a final. My son is moving off Long Island because he can no longer afford to live here. Violence seems to be tolerated, and sometimes encouraged, and affordable living is not possible for the average worker.

The flu vaccine is one of the most reliable tools available to blunt this impact. While it may not prevent every infection, it significantly reduces the severity of illness. Vaccinated people who do get the flu are far less likely to develop dangerous complications such as pneumonia, respiratory failure and heart problems or to exacerbate chronic diseases. These complications are what drive hospitalizations and deaths, particularly among older adults, young children and people with underlying medical conditions. The stakes are high. Each year, influenza kills tens of thousands of people nationwide, and pediatric deaths from the flu remain a devastating reality. Yet vaccination rates remain lower than they should be, in part because of lingering misinformation and the false belief that it is too late once winter arrives. While early fall is the ideal time to get vaccinated, protection at any point in the season is better than none. The flu virus doesn’t follow a fixed calendar, and immunity gained today can still make the difference between a mild illness at home and a dangerous hospitalization weeks from now. With the virus expected to circulate well into spring, delaying vaccination only increases risk. Laboratory data underscore the urgency. Testing volumes for flu, RSV and Covid have surged as all three viruses spread simultaneously. Because symptoms often look alike, many people underestimate or misidentify what they have, potentially exposing others and delaying care. Rapid molecular tests that check for all three viruses now allow for

faster, more accurate diagnoses, helping people take appropriate precautions and seek timely treatment. Children are feeling the impact as well, with flu widespread in the pediatric population. New preventive options for RSV are helping protect infants, but vaccination remains the best way to keep children in school and out of the hospital. Conflicting guidance and pandemic fatigue have made decision-making harder for families, which makes clear, consistent prevention strategies all the more important. And vaccination should not stand alone. Simple, practical steps can further reduce risk. Frequent hand washing remains one of the most effective ways to limit transmission. Wearing a mask in crowded indoor settings can add another layer of protection, especially for those at higher risk. Opening windows when possible or using air purifiers helps reduce the concentration of viruses indoors. Disinfecting high-touch surfaces such as phones, doorknobs and countertops is important, too, because the flu virus can linger on hard surfaces for more than a day. The flu shot isn’t just about individual protection; it’s about community responsibility. As flu, RSV and Covid continue to circulate together, the choice to get vaccinated is one of the simplest and most effective steps people can take to protect not only themselves, but also their vulnerable neighbors. Before the flu bug bites, getting the shot — available at doctors’ offices, pharmacies and urgent care centers — can help ensure that this winter is defined by prevention rather than crisis.

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t the Suffolk County Water Authority, we often talk about innovation. We are always thinking about what’s next, what’s changing, and how we can stay ahead. But our recent leadership training session reminded me that the future isn’t just built on new ideas. It’s built on understanding how those ideas connect to what came before. The session focused on communication between generations in the workplace — how we can bridge differjeff ences in experience, style and szAbo expectations to build something stronger together. That’s not a theoretical exercise for us. SCWA is an organization where many people have spent their entire careers, something that feels increasingly rare these days. We have employees who have been here 30, 35 or even more than 40 years. That kind of institutional knowledge is rare and invaluable. When someone understands not just how a process works, but why it exists,

Letters We are living in an upside-down world. Thank you, Randi, for putting into words my feelings for what we are living with today. My hope is that we survive for the next three years.

because they were there when it was created, that provides insight you can’t teach. No matter how detailed your documentation or standard operating procedures, nothing replaces hearing the story directly from someone who lived it. Too often in organizations, practices are passed down without anyone questioning their origins. “This is how we’ve always done it” can quietly become the default explanation for everything. But unquestioned tradition has its pitfalls. Inertia is a powerful force, and if left unchecked it can slow progress or stifle innovation. That’s why it’s equally important to bring in a new generation of thinkers and leaders. Most people who have been in the workforce for a while have had that experience — someone new joins the team, full of energy and ideas, eager to change everything. It’s easy to dismiss them as naive or impatient. But in my experience, those fresh perspectives often lead to the best ideas. They ask the questions others stopped asking long ago. Balancing experienced, seasoned thinking with fresh perspectives is one

of the keys to a successful organization, and I’m proud to say that under my leadership, SCWA’s management team has just that type of blend. That’s not an accident; it’s the result of intentional planning to ensure that our organization continues to evolve. The result has been a rethinking and reshaping of how we operate, from how we serve our customers to how we plan for the future. In 2023 we adopted a new strategic plan — a roadmap for where we want to take SCWA in the years ahead. It’s ambitious, and intentionally so. We’re well on our way to meeting many of the goals we set, keeping us ahead of the curve in the water industry. We’re redefining what it means to be a water provider in the 21st century. For too long, water utilities have measured success by meeting minimum legal standards. We’ve moved beyond that. We’re pushing ourselves to respond to what our customers truly want: more transparency, more access to information, higher water quality that goes above and beyond the required levels, and customer service that empowers rather than frustrates.

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‘My heart hurts for this country and the world’ To the Editor: I usually don’t respond, or even think about responding, to someone who has written in the paper, but Randi put into words my exact feelings about the world and the country today. Thank you. I feel the exact same way, and my heart hurts for this country and the world. I have two grandchildren and another one on the way, and I’m frightened for them, because they will never know the world that we knew. I hope Randi’s right, and that as the sun rises and sets, the world will turn and better people will come forward to restore America to itself. BETh STEIN North Bellmore

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Much of that drive comes from the mindset of this newest generation — people who grew up in a digital-first world and expect companies to do more than check boxes. They want to see organizations stand for something and adapt quickly to new challenges. That perspective is helping to shape SCWA’s next chapter. Of course, a multigenerational workplace brings challenges. Communication styles differ. Expectations differ. The more formal practices of the babyboom generation have given way to the faster, more dynamic work styles of millennials and Gen Z. The annual performance review is being replaced by ongoing feedback. The formal memo has given way to instant communication. And yes, sometimes that meeting really could have been an email. But there’s wisdom in structure, too. The older generation’s approach — clear processes, thoughtful documentation and an emphasis on cohesion — provides the foundation that keeps a complex organization like ours running smoothly. The truth is, neither side has all the answers. The best organizations are those that learn to listen, adapt and balance the strengths of both. Jeff Szabo is chief executive officer of the Suffolk County Water Authority.

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