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Survey shows most students don’t support armed guards in Babylon schools By CAROLYN JAMES cjames@liherald.com

While a recent community survey finds that 60% of Babylon families support or strongly support introducing armed guards in local schools, student sentiment tells a different story. A survey of 510 Babylon Junior-Senior High School students found that 82% feel very safe or somewhat safe while at school. The survey, conducted by students in Babylon High School’s Advanced Placement Research class at the request of Superintendent Carisa Manza, explored student views on armed guards. AP students Jake Brunet, Samantha Curtin, Logan Gricka, Kayla Hague, and Alexander McKen-

zie presented their findings at the February Board of Education meeting. Only 23% of students said they are somewhat or very concerned about current safety at BHS, and 60% expressed some or high confidence in the ability of “BHS’s present-day security guards,” the students reported. Yet when asked whether armed guards would make them feel safer, 42% said yes, and an additional 36% said maybe. Students offered a range of opinions in openended survey responses. Some supported armed guards as an added layer of protection: “I support it because if something were to happen, armed guards could protect us right away,” one student wrote. Others voiced concerns: “The thought of CONTINUED ON PAGE 9

Lindenhurst Village voters will head to the polls Wednesday, March 18, to vote for three Village Trustees. Running unopposed are Maryann Weckerle, Patrick Pichichero, and David Collins, who was appointed to complete the unexpired term of RJ Renna, now Suffolk County Legislator for the 14th LD. Also running for reelection unopposed is Village Justice John Bopp. Polls are open from 9 a.m. to 9 p.m. Voters can file paper ballots at Alleghany Avenue, Bower Street, Daniel Street, and West Gate Avenue schools, and at the Delaware Avenue Firehouse, Main Fire House on Wellwood Avenue, and Lindenhurst Rainbow Center. The candidates spoke on a number of issues. ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT “Under this administration, our role transformed from managing a declining downtown to managing its explosive growth,” said Weckerle. “Our approach has been proactive, leading to few vacant stores. Our policy of promoting economic development has resulted in a diverse, sustainable business district.” The Village collaborates with the Lindenhurst Chamber of Commerce and Business Improvement

District to bring vibrant businesses to downtown and other commercial areas. “We meet with new businesses throughout the process, and we are exploring options to expand downtown parking. We support local organizations in hosting street fairs and events that bring residents and visitors into our village,” Weckerle said. Trustees said the Village also supports owner-occupied residences such as condominiums and mixed-use zoning for apartments over retail or offices, which could provide affordable housing for younger residents. TRANSPARENCY AND COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT Collins noted that Lindenhurst Village was named the 10th top village in New York State. “We have Village Board meetings twice a month, advertised and open to the public. Agendas are available in advance, and all residents are invited to speak without a time limit,” he said. Village officials are active in local organizations and regularly meet with business leaders to discuss village matters. “The independent review by U.S. News & World Report in 2025 comes as no surprise to those who call Lindenhurst home,” Collins said. PUBLIC SAFETY In 2023, the Village created a Public Safety Department, separate from code enforcement. “This CONTINUED ON PAGE 9

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Babylon resident recognized by NY Transco with innovation award By CAROLYN JAMES cjames@liherld.com

MaryKate Guilfoyle of Babylon was presented with the Innovator of the Year Award by New York Transco, operators and developers of bulk electric transmission facilities. She was recognized for her work in developing an app that will allow Long Islanders to have up-to-date information on the progress of Propel New York, a 60-mile underground electric transmission project through Long Island. The project will also include the Bronx, Queens and Westchester counties, Transco is co-developing the project with the New Power Authority, which will help improve reliability and resilience of the electric grid. Guilfoyle, the company’s media and communications specialist, grew up in upstate New York and went to college at Hofstra University. She made her home in Babylon six years ago. She is part of the company whose mission it is “to make sure the lights stay on,” she said. The project is currently advancing through federal, state and local permitting processes, and construction is expected to

begin this year. “What we are excited for as we move closer to construction this year is that we will be able to send out push notifications through the app to those who opt in to get information,” she said. “This is a great way to stay informed about where will be working and how the project is going.” On receiving the award, Guilfoyle said she is proud to have worked alongside a top-tier team to turn the app from a concept into a reality. “In today’s digital age, having accurate, easily accessible information at your fingertips is essential, and that was one of the driving forces behind developing the Propel NY Energy app. I encourage everyone to download it.” When she is not developing apps or coming up with other technical advances, Guilfoyle is busy making wedding plans. She is to be married in May. The app is free and will give updates and notifications on construction alerts. It brings project information directly to users and is available for download via the Apple App Store and Google Play. For more information on the work being done on Long Island, visit Propel NY Energy.

New York Transco President Victor Mullin presented the company’s 2025 Innovator of the Year Award to Manager of Media, Communications and Events Marykate Guilfoyle for leading the development of the Propel NY Energy mobile app.

Lindenhurst to receive $113,829 in additional state aid

Cast your vote for playground grant The Kiwanis Club of Lindenhurst applied for a grant of $25,000 in playground equipment to help make the Weckerle park more accessible to all children. Securing that grant depends on the number of votes cast.

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The Lindenhurst community includes families with children of varying abilities and many existing playgrounds do not fully meet the needs of children who use mobility devices or require adaptive equipment. An inclusive playground at Weckerle Park will allow children of all abilities to play side by side, fostering understanding, cooperation, confidence, empathy and friendships from an early age. To vote, go to: shorturl.at/Q6rZl then: •Click the heart icon at the top. •Enter your email address. •Get the verification code sent to your email. •Enter the verification code back on the entry page. •Click the sign in button. You’re done. You can cast one vote every day until the contest closes on March 17. Weckerle Park is named in honor of Lieutenant Edward Weckerle, a longtime Lindenhurst resident, decorated World War I hero, fire department captain and police lieutenant. The park was dedicated in his honor in November of 1958 when his brother donated the land for the purpose of a park.

The Village of Lindenhurst will receive $113,829 in additional state aid as part of Gov. Kathy Hochul’s expanded financial assistance to municipalities outside New York City. The funding comes through the state’s Aid and Incentives for Municipalities program, known as AIM, and is part of an additional $150 million in municipal aid announced by Hochul, including a $100 million increase in Temporary Municipal Assistance. Village officials said the funds will help offset rising operational costs and support essential services for residents. “On behalf of the Village of Lindenhurst, I want to thank Governor Hochul for her continued commitment to supporting municipalities across New York State,” Mayor Michael A. Lavorata said. “This additional AIM funding of $113,829 will provide meaningful relief as we manage increasing costs while continuing to deliv-

er the high-quality services our residents expect and deserve. The Governor’s recognition of the fiscal challenges facing local governments demonstrates a strong partnership between the State and its municipalities.” The AIM program provides unrestricted aid to cities, towns and villages outside New York City. The governor’s proposal triples Temporary Municipal Assistance statewide, according to the announcement. Mayor Lavorata added, “Strong local governments are essential to maintaining safe neighborhoods, investing in infrastructure, and preserving the quality of life in our community. We are grateful for Governor Hochul’s leadership and for this important investment in Lindenhurst’s future.” Village officials said they plan to continue working with state leaders on longterm fiscal stability and community growth.

Community service opportunity If you are a student in grades 6 through 12 and need community services hours, come down to the Lindenhurst Memorial Library on February 17 from noon to 3 p.m. to help prepare eggs for the Village of Lindenhurst’s Annual Eggstravaganza.

Students interested in participating should register online at lindenhurstlibrary.org or call (631) 957-7755. Community service letters will be available upon request. Lindenhurst Memorial Library is located at 1 Lee Ave., Lindenhurst.

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Honored for developing Propel New York Energy app to help keep public updated on project

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First Precinct area: Numerous incidents of auto stripping were reported throughout Babylon Town during the last week of February including incidents on Maple Court, Ferndale Court, and Bergen Court, Copiague; two on 12th and 13th streets, Lindenhurst; one on Nathalie Avenue, North Amityville. Police are investigating.

crimes are only suspected of committing those acts of which they are accused. They are all presumed to be innocent of those charges until and unless found guilty in a court of law.

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Lindenhurst: Gunshots were exchanged at the scene of a robbery on North Erie Avenue, shortly after midnight, February 21. Police said an assailant, armed with a hand gun, accosted the victim in his car, and forced him into his house to steal money. The homeowner had a gun and fired at the assailant who fled. Suffolk Police said there were no injuries reported and the case is under investigation.

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It’s time to check your fire and CO alarms “As we change our clocks for the season, I urge all residents to take a moment to also change the batteries in their carbon monoxide detectors,” reminded Robert Macaluso Chief of the Deer Park Fire Department and a New York State fire official. “Carbon monoxide is a colorless, odorless, and tasteless gas that can be deadly, and a properly working carbon monoxide alarm can provide the early warning needed to protect you and your family.” Carbon monoxide alarms should be installed in a central location outside each sleeping area and on every level of the home. Choose a CO alarm labeled by a recognized testing laboratory and follow manufacturer instructions for placement and mounting height. Test alarms at least once a month. Daylight Saving Time also marks the unofficial start of spring, making it a good time for a thorough home safety check. Fire officials recommend clearing clutter, cleaning around appliances, and removing

sources. Additional fire safety tips from FASNY and the National Fire Protection Association include: •Install smoke alarms on every level of the home, including inside and outside sleeping areas. •Follow manufacturer instructions for approved battery types. •Mount smoke alarms on the ceiling or high on a wall, at least 10 feet from the stove to reduce false alarms. •People who are hard-of-hearing or deaf can use alarms equipped with strobe lights and bed shakers. •Practice a two-minute escape plan with at least two ways out of every room and a meeting spot at a safe distance from the home. •Keep smoke alarms free of dust and debris. •Clean dust, grime and grease from appliances and electrical cords.

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Founded in 1872, the Firefighters Association of the State of New York represents the interests of the 80,000 volunteer firefighters and emergency medical personnel across the state. For more information, visit fasny.com. —Carolyn James

JEFF SZABO: A trusted leader with the experience we need Jeff Szabo has been the CEO of the Suffolk County Water Authority for 16 years, and was a Deputy County Executive in Suffolk County. As a Village Trustee, Jeff is ﬁghting for us by: Making sure government is responsive to the people it serves Investing in our downtown and preserving its character Holding the line on taxes and ﬁghting to make make our streets safe

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With Daylight Saving Time now in effect, the Firefighters Association of the State of New York is reminding [Insert local residents] to check the batteries in their smoke alarms and carbon monoxide detectors. When clocks move forward one hour, fire officials say, it’s an ideal time to make sure every home is protected with functioning life-safety devices. Local fire officials noted that the seasonal time change serves as a simple cue to check alarms and replace batteries as needed. The call comes with urgency. New York has recorded 22 civilian fire fatalities in 2026, underscoring the toll house fires take on communities statewide. Roughly three out of five fire deaths happen in homes with no smoke alarms or nonworking alarms. A functioning smoke detector can provide the early warning residents need to escape safely. Smoke detectors with non-replaceable 10-year batteries are effective for up to a decade. If an alarm begins chirping, it should be replaced immediately. Detectors with replaceable batteries should have batteries changed at least once a year. Residents should also check the expiration date on the back of the device.

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The Babylon girls basketball team capped off a memorable season with a trip to the Long Island Class B championship, facing Cold Spring Harbor in a matchup that featured two of the region’s top programs. Cold Spring Harbor ultimately secured the title with a runaway 76–43 victory last Sturday at Suffolk Community College in Selden, claiming its second straight L.I. title after also defeating Babylon in the 2025 title game. Babylon showed early fight, but Cold Spring Harbor’s high-powered offense quickly set the tone. The Seahawks led 15–10 at the end of the first quarter before pulling away in the second. By halftime, they had built a commanding 39–23 advantage. Cold Spring Harbor continued to surge after the break, scoring in quick bursts and pushing the lead to as many as 40 points in the fourth quarter before finishing with the 33-point win. “The ball just didn’t drop at times,” said Babylon head coach Chris Ryan. “Cold Spring Harbor is a great team and we struggled to stop them. They

scored in bunches.” Freshman point guard Morgan Fiedler led Babylon offensively with 20 points, capping an impressive postseason run. Senior forward Peyton LogueBoyd added 12 points, while senior guard Gabby Weiss chipped in with 6. Senior forward Ellie O’Brien was the only other Panther on the scoresheet. Babylon’s lineup also featured senior guard DeLaney Busch along with junior guard Shannon Polletta, sophomore guard RyLeigh Busch, and sophomore forward Elliott Brunjes, who all contributed key minutes throughout the championship run. Cold Spring Harbor was paced by guard Olivia Mulada, who led all scorers with 27 points. Ainsley Dircks added 15 points while Keagan Callaghan contributed 11, helping the Seahawks pull away in the second half. Despite the loss, Ryan praised his team’s effort and the legacy left by the program’s senior class with another Suffolk Class B title. “I’m super proud of my girls. They have worked so hard,” Ryan said. “At halftime, we felt like we were still in the game, but credit to them, they came out and took care of business.”

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Freshman point guard Morgan Fielder helped the Panthers to a repeat county title and scored 20 points in last Saturday’s season-ending loss to Cold Spring Harbor.

Babylon senior DeLaney Busch, left, drove against Cold Spring Harbor’s Hannah Sliwak.

The Panthers (18-4) captured the county title with a convincing 49–26 victory over Greenport/Southold March 2. Babylon controlled that game from the opening tip, jumping out to a 14–4 lead after the first quarter and never looking back. Fiedler scored 19 points to lead the Panthers, while LogueBoyd added 12. O’Brien and Weiss each finished with 7 points in the county championship win. The county title was another highlight in what Ryan described as a historic run for the program’s seniors. “This senior class has really put

Babylon basketball on the map,” Ryan said. “It’s the most decorated senior class I’ve ever had.” Over their careers, the group helped lead Babylon to three league championships and two county championships, establishing a standard for the program moving forward. Its deep postseason run and championship pedigree ensured the Panthers once again proved themselves among the top teams on Long Island. “Just an outstanding group of kids who are always competing,” said Ryan. “I’m really going to miss having them around.”

Babylon’s Burke named Assistant Principal at Willet Avenue School with a concentration in autism from Long Island University. She earned a bachelor’s degree in psychology from Mary Washington College and holds

professional certifications in childhood education, teaching students with disabilities, school district leadership and school building leadership.

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.

TUESDAY, MARCH 17

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Kate Burke of Babylon and supportive learning environments for all students,” said Burke of her role at Willet. “One of my favorite facets of the job is helping my colleagues to maximize their strengths and grow as educators. Special education always has and always will hold a significant place in my heart.” Burke holds a master’s degree in educational leadership from the City University of New York at Hunter College and a master’s in teaching students with disabilities and childhood education

•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.

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•Village of Babylon Zoning Board of Appeals: 7:30 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. •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, MARCH 19

•North Babylon School Board of Education regular board meeting: 8 p.m., at North Babylon High School, 1 Phelps Lane, N. Babylon. For meeting information, call 631-321-3226; or visit their web site @ https://www.northbabylonschools.net.

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Kate Burke of Babylon has been appointed assistant principal of the Nassau BOCES Willet Avenue School, part of the agency’s Department of Special Education. The school provides a structured learning environment for intermediate students with multiple disabilities and developmental delays. Students are taught academic, language, social and emotional skills while also learning activities of daily living. Burke is a special educator with more than 15 years of experience as an educational leader, supporting students with diverse learning needs. She has mentored multidisciplinary teams and built partnerships with families, teachers, administrators and community stakeholders. She uses data-driven approaches to help improve student outcomes. She began her career as a classroom teacher and teacher coordinator at the Ascent School, a private, nonprofit academy for children diagnosed with autism. She later joined Nassau BOCES as a special education teacher at the Rosemary Kennedy and Willet Avenue schools. In 2020, she was part of a group of educators assigned to launch a new program at Willet, serving as a key decision-maker in curriculum development and behavioral support. She later advanced to a curriculum support position and then interim assistant principal. “It is my mission to create equitable

Lindenhurst students hear haunting Holocaust testimony High School recently welcomed a pair of Holocaust survivors for a day of testimony and discussion, offering students the opportunity to hear firsthand accounts of survival, loss, and resilience during one of history’s darkest periods. Arnold Newfield, 84, shared his family’s traumatic journey of survival. Born in 1942 at the Westerbork transit camp in Holland, Newfield was three years old when he was separated from his father, who was sent to Buchenwald. Newfield, along with his mother and two brothers, was deported to the Ravensbrück death camp. Despite brutal camp conditions, his mother was able to keep her children alive, with occasional assistance from fellow prisoners and even some SS officers. After liberation by British troops, the family reunited in Holland and immigrated to the United States in 1947, settling on Manhattan’s Lower East Side. Newfield addressed about half the student body in the morning, then spoke with students in a small group setting, allowing for meaningful discussion. Later in the morning, Marion Blumenthal Lazan, 91, author of the memoir Four Perfect Pebbles, addressed a larger group of students. Lazan recalled her family’s six and a half years under Nazi rule, including their escape from Germany after Kristallnacht in 1938, becoming trapped in Holland after the German invasion, and their imprison-

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Lindenhurst High School students with Lazan and Newfield. ment at the Bergen-Belsen concentration camp, where Anne Frank also perished. She described the harrowing ordeal of growing up in that torturous environment, where every day was a battle for survival. She and her fam-

ily—en route by train to an extermination camp—were finally liberated by Soviet troops and later emigrated to the United States. Lazan has been speaking about her experiences since 1979. As the generation of Holocaust sur-

vivors continues to dwindle, Newfield and Lazan offered the increasingly rare learning opportunity to hear firsthand about the horrors of the Holocaust and ensure that its lessons are carried forward.

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Candidates in Lindenhurst face no formal opposition department focuses on quality-of-life issues related to public health, safety, and welfare, operating nights and weekends,” said Pichichero. “Staffing for both Public Safety and Code Enforcement has nearly doubled in recent year.” VILLAGE INFRASTRUCTURE The Village has a prioritized plan for more than 80 miles of road and completed an $8 million infrastructure projects, updating street lighting, HAVA systems, roofing, plumbing, electrical, and insulation across facilities. “These improvements, based on current technology, have paid for themselves through lower utility bills,” Pichichero said. Future plans include expanding Village

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Square, monitoring playgrounds for safety and ADA compliance, and ongoing marina and dock maintenance. “Recent reconstruction of the Shore Road bulkhead will protect the roadway and help mitigate future storm surges,” Pichichero added. ABOUT THE CANDIDATES • David Collins: Appointed December 16, 2025, to complete RJ Renna’s term. Lifetime Lindenhurst resident, Lindenhurst High School graduate. Active in Lindenhurst Fire Department since 1990; served as Chief 2023–2025. •Patrick M. Pichichero: Elected 2018, reelected 2022. Lifetime Lindenhurst resident, local construction business owner. He served as Town of Babylon Bay Constable, Assistant to the Village Board, and chaired

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Lindenhurst Mayor Michael Lavorata, left, is shown with Trustee candidates Maryann Weckerle, Patrick Pichichero and David Collins. Also running unopposed is Village Justice John Bopp.

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•Assistant Superintendent for Business Deirdre Lunetta gave the district’s first budget presentation for the 2026-2027 school year, outlining key dates and actions. After board adoption on April 13, the community budget hearing is scheduled for May 11, with the vote on May 19. Lunetta noted a range of state and federal unfunded mandates, including health and safety compliance, services for nonpublic school students, tuition for Babylon residents attending charter schools, zero-emission school buses, and RTI/ MTSS supports tailored to student needs. •The board recognized 10th-grader Dominic Davila, whose poem “The Christmas Kid” was published in Harmonic Verse on Amazon. This is his second published poem; his first, “A Specter to Them,” earned second place in

multiple village boards. • Maryann Weckerle: First elected 2006, Deputy Mayor since 2017. Life-long resident; past president of Lindenhurst Historical Society, board member of Business Improvement District, involved with local PTAs and

civic organizations. •Village Justice John Bopp has served as Village Justice since 1990. He has a private law practice in Lindenhurst and is also founder of the Lindenhurst Bulldog Lacrosse Association.

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Dominic Davila, 10th grade, was named “the first BHS Poet Laureate.” The Suffolk Youth Poetry Competition. English teacher Sarah Schreiber called Davila “the first BHS poet laureate,” adding, “His voice carries heart, clarity and conviction.” •Eighteen Babylon Elementary School students were recognized for exemplary gratitude: Lorenzo Albino, McKenna Azab, Carter Bantel, Giuliana Cardona, Casey Crowley, Andrew Dolan, Reese Florez, Patrick Frevola, Paige Gilbert, Anthony Goldsborough, Fintan Harvey, Andrew Marmol, Francesco Marzocca, Eve Maslo, Charlie Parmentier, Nicholas Santos, Axel Tourt, and Zackary Uneberg. •The Babylon High School Flute Ensemble, directed by Donna Weaver, performed “Fairytale” from Shrek at a recent concert. Ensemble members included Almira Altuner, Addison Bennett, Victoria Brzozka, Avery Drago, Alicia Gimberlein, Macy Rayola, and Norah Sobral. •The Citizens Advisory Committee, created by the board in 2022, is seeking new members. Interested residents can contact the superintendent’s office.

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guns in school makes me feel unsafe,” and “This feels like a solution to a problem we don’t have.” Additional comments highlighted potential risks: “No human is perfect—mistakes could happen,” and “If a student got access to a weapon, the consequences would be serious.” Some emphasized conditional support: “I support it only if the guards are properly trained and monitored.” Students also raised broader concerns, including mental health and fairness: “I worry that students of different race and color would be targeted unfairly,” one said. Another suggested, “We should worry more about mental health and emotional health. Bullying is a bigger problem,” while a different student encouraged implementation for peace of mind: “I believe this should be implemented to keep everyone safe and have no parents worried to send their children to school.” The AP students also presented their own research weighing both pros and cons of armed guards, including the differences in cost between private contractors and arming district staff. Comparing student responses with the community survey, they found that while 56% of families support armed guards, only about 30% of students are in favor.

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Deer Park High School’s chamber orchestra at the school’s winter concert.

Winter concerts draw packed audiences at Deer Park High School Deer Park High School’s talented student-musicians took center stage during two winter concerts in the school auditorium. Performed before packed houses, the concerts showcased impressive musicianship and celebrated the hard work of the school’s nine different ensembles. The first night featured the concert orchestra, directed by Julia Ingemi; the jazz ensemble, directed by Michael Livorno; and the symphonic band, directed by Derek Schmelter. On night two, audiences heard the select choir and mixed chorus, both directed by Catherine Singer; the chamber orchestra, directed by Ingemi; and the wind ensemble, directed by Schmelter. Among the many highlights was the second night’s closer, when the chamber orchestra joined the wind ensemble for a spirited rendition of “Sleigh Ride.” Additionally, members of the school’s guitar ensemble, led by Scott Abrams, entertained the community by performing holiday music in the lobby.

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Wyandanch scholars attend ‘Men Leaders Paving Paths’ conference at Stony Brook University

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Scholars from Wyandanch’s Milton L. Olive Middle School and Wyandanch Memorial High School recently attended the Long Island Latino Teachers Association’s Men Leaders Paving Paths for Young Men conference at Stony Brook University. This inspiring conference brings together accomplished professional men from a wide range of fields to share their educational journeys, career experiences and advice for future success. Speakers represented diverse professions, including the arts, education, social work, medicine, health care, science, technology, communications, journalism, law, sports, politics and business. Through their stories and guidance, students were encouraged to pursue their goals, complete their secondary education and consider the many pathways available through college and career opportunities. “We are grateful to LILTA and the conference presenters for sharing this time with our scholars,” said Christine Jordan, assistant superintendent for administrative and instructional accountability.

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Suffolk County Executive Ed Romaine t announced the first video in a docuseries to help commemorate Suffolk 250. The series will highlight local historical figures and places with significance during Suffolk’s revolutionary period. The first video is of Patriot’s Rock in Setauket. Operated by the Three Village Community Trust, the location was the site of the Battle of Setauket. Patriots came across the Long Island Sound and faced off against the British garrison at the then Presbyterian Meeting House on August 22, 1777. The resulting skirmish

ended in a retreat by the colonial forces. Members of the trust walk viewers through the battle, its importance to the war and the area’s history as a Native American meeting place. Link to Patriot’s Rock Video: https://www.youtube.com/ watch?v=hr9FH2PQJsc. More information on Patriot’s Rock can be found at https://www.threevillagecommunitytrust.org/patriots-rockhistoric-site/. For more on Suffolk 250, please visit https://www.suffolk250.org/.

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Empowering and assisting the county’s libraries “Because to be able to work,” she said, “you need to have a resume, submit your application over email, and know how to use Word.” After finishing her degree, she worked at the The Nassau Library System is a cooperative of 54 libraries throughout the county. While each one is sup- Andrew Heiskell Braille and Talking Book Library, in ported by local taxes and governed by its own board of Manhattan, part of a nationwide network that protrustees, the NLS provides services, materials and provides reading materials to patrons who are blind or visually impaired. Ashby, who worked gramming to all member libraries. with patrons by phone and email, and “One of the largest services we prosuggested braille and audio materials, vide are delivery services five days a credits this experience for broadening week,” NLS Director Caroline Ashby Joan whitney her perspective of library services. said. “We enable libraries to share Payson co-founder and owner In 2014 she was hired as assistant resources with one another. So when a new York Mets director of the NLS. “I wanted to come patron in Levittown wants to use a book back home and serve a community closonly owned by the Elmont library, we’ll er to my heart,” Ashby said. In 2019 she pick it up from Elmont, sort it in our was promoted to director. facility and send it to Levittown the next NLS delivers more than materials to day for the patron to check out. grace local libraries. Technology is a major “We save Nassau taxpayers thousands hartigan aspect of its service, as it provides abstract of dollars a year,” Ashby added, “by expressionist painter libraries with broadband internet serresource-sharing this way.” vice and organizes the shared-material Ashby, a native of Port Washington, influential women catalog. The online catalog allows any began her library career with the New on long island cardholder in the county to view materiYork Public Library while studying for a als available at system branches. master’s in library and information sciNLS offers continuing education for library staff. ences at the Pratt Institute. “I was a volunteer in the adult literacy center as a tutor,” she recalled. “These “We provide training to library trustees on their govwere people from their 40s to their 70s who’d made it ernance responsibilities, we provide training to library administrators on management and legal comthat far without real literacy skills.” At the center, Ashby built relationships with pliance topics, and training for public-facing staff on patrons and learned about the challenges they faced, outreach and best practices,” Ashby explained. such as a lack of technology skills. She decided to Through its networking opportunities, she added, the teach those as well, helping with internet browsing, NLS encourages librarians to “learn from one another setting up emails and teaching them Microsoft. so the service provided at public libraries in Nassau

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Caroline Ashby, director of the Nassau Library System, with Assembly Minority Leader Ed Ra at the 2025 Library Advocacy Day in Albany. can be as consistent as possible.” She also leads NLS’s advocacy work, connecting with local and state elected officials to ensure that libraries receive the funding and support available. “The more NLS can do to support member libraries,” Ashby said, “the more freedom those libraries have to serve their communities in close, responsive ways.”

Opening doors for the next generation of women By ALLYSON FERRARI aferrari@liherald.com

A leader helping Long Island girls find their voices traces that mission back to a childhood shaped by an immigrant’s perseverance and a belief that girls deserve the same opportunities to lead and succeed. Now, as executive director of Girls Inc. of Long Island, Patricia Charlemagne works to expand opportunities and leadership pathways for girls across the region. Charlemagne, 52, grew up in Queens before her family moved to Baldwin when she was 11. Now she lives in Baldwin with her husband of 15 years, Frank, and their two children, Alix, 13, and Taylor, 11. Her parents, immigrants from Haiti and the Dominican Republic, prioritized education above everything else. Growing up in a working-class immigrant household, Charlemagne said she was surrounded by opportunities that helped shape her interests and ambitions. “Education continues to be the most important thing to my family,” she said. “They were very committed to my education.” Despite her family’s modest means, she took part in activities including ballet and piano lessons, afterschool sports and school programs focused on the visual and performing arts. At the time, she said, she didn’t fully realize the sacrifices her family made to provide those opportunities. Those experiences later reinforced her belief that all children — regardless of economic background — deserve access to activities that help them grow and thrive. After graduating from high school, Charlemagne attended Wesleyan University, where she earned a

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Patricia Charlemagne at the Girls Inc. of Long Island fall gala in November, which celebrated the 20th anniversary of the organization. bachelor’s degree before following it with a law degree from Temple University’s Beasley School of Law and a doctorate in educational and organizational leadership from the University of Pennsylvania. During her studies, she developed an interest in how laws and workplace systems treated women differently, particularly women of color — which eventually led her to a career in nonprofit leadership.

Girls Inc. offers girls mentorship, leadership development and exposure to career pathways often dominated by men. Industries such as the trades and technology still have a relatively low representation of women, she said, something she hopes to change by introducing girls to those fields early. “My journey to Girls Inc. of Long Island has been a full recognition that when girls are given resources, when girls are given opportunities, when girls are made to feel safe and a sense of belonging,” Charlemagne said, “there is no limit to what they can do.” In addition to youth programming, the organization has begun partnering with companies working to diversify their workforces. The goal, she said, is to help businesses create environments in which women feel supported and encouraged to pursue careers in under-represented fields. Charlemagne believes women and girls should be included when decisions are made, rather than having programs and policies created for them without their input. Her perspective has been shaped by challenges she has faced as a woman in the workforce, including disparities in pay and having her ideas overlooked. “You share an idea and no one hears it,” she said. “Then a man repeats the idea, and all of a sudden it makes perfect sense.” Those experiences, she said, reinforced the importance of helping girls develop confidence and learn to advocate for themselves. For Charlemagne, empowering girls also means encouraging women to support one another and prioritize their well-being. “Take care of yourself first,” she said. “You cannot do anything for anyone else if you’re not taking care of yourself.”

West Babylon HS Culture Club celebrates diversity

The West Babylon High School Culture Club held an evening celebrating culture and diversity, the first community event for the group. Students performed numerous dances representing their Latin and international backgrounds. There was music and food — all celebrating the diversity within the West Babylon community. In addition, the club gave a $1,000 scholarship to high school senior Kenniday Hastings. “This is what diversity and unity is all about—accepting one another and celebrating our differences to become one,” said Lorenzo Ruiz, the club’s adviser. Ruiz thanked the school’s administrators, board members and the community for their cooperation, as well as local restaurants that provided some of the food, teachers and families. He also thanked the students who worked hard these last four months preparing the special show for the audience. “I’m reminded of something powerful: our school is a true microcosm of the United States,” Ruiz told the audience. “Walk through these halls and you hear different languages, see different traditions, and feel different stories—all sharing the same space and goals. That diversity isn’t just something we talk about; it’s about be-

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$1,000 scholarship awarded to senior Kenniday Hastings

High School Principal Steven O’Leary, Vice Principal Vincent Fiore and Lorenzo Ruiz, Culture Club advisor. Courtesy Lorenzo Ruiz

Senator Monica Martinez at event. ing accepted and respected. It’s pride in celebrating who we are while also contributing to something bigger than ourselves. Being proud of our roots shouldn’t separate us—it strengthens us as a community and should unite us as a country.” Special guest for the evening was State Sen. Monica Martinez. The president of the Culture Club is Jazyln Serrano-Turcos.

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Village of Babylon summer employment Applications for summer employment are being accepted in Babylon Village and can either be picked up in the mayor’s office at Village Hall or printed from the village website at villageofbabylonny.gov. Opportunities will be open for the village’s summer recreation camps and for the parks, highway and greenhouse departments.

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If you are a business and would like to participate by giving out eggs, please fill out the registration form at the following link: shorturl.at/qclSh. Business participants can be storefronts on Wellwood and Hoffman Avenues or businesses from beyond the downtown. Businesses without a storefront in the downtown will be set up at tables along the route. Lindenhurst Village Square is located at 116 N. Wellwood Ave., Lindenhurst.

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The Science of Spirituality Meditation Center, 79 County Line Rd., Amityville, will host its annual Divine Beauty Women’s Retreat on Saturday, March 14, from 9:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. The retreat features workshops on meditation, yoga, emotional alignment, and vegetarian cooking.

The event offers a complimentary vegetarian lunch and is open to women at any stage of life’s journey. Attendees can expect discussion, sisterhood, inspiration, and meditation. To register, go to sos.org/ event/divinebeautyNY-mar14/ For more information, call (631) 822-7979.

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along with school administrators, were invited to bring in “sick” stuffed animals for treatment. Career Explorations students fully immersed themselves in the experience by dressing and acting in the professional roles they studied. As they diagnosed and treated their plush patients, students demonstrated their understanding of healthcare responsibilities, teamwork and communication skills. The interactive project provided an engaging and memorable learning experience for all involved, reinforcing real-world connections to classroom learning.

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Copiague Middle School’s Career Explorations students in Christine Barteldt’s class recently completed a unit focused on the health sciences and human services career clusters, exploring a wide range of careers within the healthcare field. Throughout the unit, they learned about professions such as pharmacists, doctors, nurses, physical therapists, hospital administrators and patient advocates. To conclude their studies, students applied their knowledge through a hands-on final project that transformed their classroom into a stuffed animal hospital. Students from other classes,

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From parkway peril to a second chance - kitten overcomes rare eyelid defect North, a female kitten, has a harrowing rescue tale. In November, a young woman spotted a tiny tuxedo kitten wandering along the edge of the busy Northern State Parkway near Jericho.

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North isn’t Last Hope’s ABOUT NORTH: first kitten with agenesis to She pulled her car over and undergo this delicate surgigrabbed the 12-week-old waycal repair. ward waif, rushing her to her In 2013, Frankie, an orange mother, Mary, a volunteer tabby kitten found in Baldand foster cat mom for Last win with this eyelid malforHope Animal Rescue mation, received a pro bono JOANNE Lucky little North was operation as a homeless pet ANDERSON named after the precarious patient through the “AMC to parkway so we’d never forget the Rescue” program at the where her twist of fate began. Was she Schwarzman Animal Medical Center in abandoned there? We will never know. New York City. It was immediately apparent that The AMC, located on the Upper East Side North’s eyes were squinty and tearing. of Manhattan, is a nonprofit veterinary Our clinic veterinarian and volunteers institution that has been a national leader were amazed at how friendly North was in animal care, education and research despite her ordeal. The doctor realized for over a century. Thirteen years ago, its that North didn’t have a typical ocular “AMC to the Rescue” program was relainfection, but instead a congenital defect tively new. The center established the comcalled agenesis, in which a cat’s eyelids munity fund specifically to provide subsi— especially the top ones — form incomdized specialty care to animals cared for pletely, leaving gaps where the eyeballs by rescue groups whose health conditions are not protected from debris or irritamight otherwise prevent adoption. tion. This condition causes feline corneal Frankie’s vision impairment would have exposure, ulcers, pain and eventually videterred prospective owners. Frankie’s sion loss. mom, Ali, fostered and eventually adopted Last Hope sent North to a veterinary him. He’s now in his teens and still doing ophthalmologist for repair of both eyewell. The AMC is also a teaching hospital, lids. Reconstruction usually includes and Frankie’s case was a ‘purrfect’ learngrafting tissue from the lower lids or lips ing experience. to make the upper eyelid complete. North Frankie’s good fortune didn’t end with had been recovering under Mary’s care his special surgery. In December 2013, AMC

staff invited Frankie, his mom Ali and Last Hope volunteers to join them at the closing bell ceremony at NASDAQ headquarters on Broadway and 43rd Street. Frankie was a guest alongside two St. Bernards that helped alleviate stress for emergency workers responding to the tragedies at the Sandy Hook School and Boston Marathon. Dignitaries posed with our grateful Last Hope kitten. At the podium were the AMC chief of operations, the chief of veterinary staff and a NASDAQ vice president, who delivered remarks with Frankie in his arms. After the bell signaled the end of stock trading, Frankie (in his carrier) and his Last Hope escorts ventured into the center of Times Square. As we watched a giant slideshow on the towering NASDAQ screen, our Frankie appeared larger-thanlife — bigger than King Kong atop the Empire State Building — for all of Manhattan, and the world, to see. Imagine the hush over the crowd, gazing at Frankie’s new fancy eyelids up on the giant screen. It was truly a “Miracle on 43rd Street.” Not bad for a once-nearly-blind kitten from Baldwin.

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Our tiny tuxedo will never be able to brag that her new eyelids graced the huge NASDAQ marquee in Times Square. But as far as we know, North wasn’t carrying a compass on the day in November when she came close to losing her life on the parkway. Yet somehow, someway, North man-

Frankie with the NASDAQ vice president at the closing bell ceremony in 2013.

North, tuxedo kitten rescued off Northern State Parkway, received two surgeries to repair her eyelids. aged to step out at the right moment, at the precise spot, when the right person would drive by, stop and whisk her into the safe arms of Last Hope. Think about the acute sense of direction and timing of this partially blind kitten. Her geographical and chronological coordinates defy coincidence. For more information about North, call 631-671-2588.

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By Karen Bloom ith hints of spring beginning to emerge (or so we hope), St. Patrick’s Day arrives like a cheerful burst of green, bringing with it a welcome dose of celebration and comfort. The beloved holiday is about more than festive attire and lively parades — it’s a chance to gather with family and friends, savor time-honored traditions and, of course, enjoy the rich flavors of Irish cooking. From the hearty satisfaction of corned beef and cabbage to the warm, inviting aroma of freshly baked soda bread, St. Patrick’s Day offers the perfect excuse to bring a little Irish spirit into the kitchen. Naturally, no St. Patrick’s Day table would be complete without one of Ireland’s most beloved staples: Irish soda bread. This simple, satisfying quick bread — made with baking soda rather than yeast — has been a household favorite for generations. Whether you prefer the classic loaf or a modern twist, such as soda bread muffins, there’s a version to suit every taste and skill level. Best of all, it’s easy to make, making it a perfect recipe to add to your seasonal repertoire.

Classic Irish Soda Bread The “real” Irish soda bread consists simply of flour, baking soda, salt and buttermilk. At the other end of the spectrum is Americanized Irish soda bread, a white, sweet, cake-like confection filled with raisins or currants and caraway seeds. Both are equally delicious! • 3 1/2 cups unbleached all purpose flour • 3/4 teaspoon Kosher salt • 3/4 teaspoon baking soda • 1 1/2 cups buttermilk • Salted butter (preferably Kerrygold) Preheat the oven to 450°F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper and set aside. To a large mixing bowl, add the flour, salt, and baking soda. Whisk to combine thoroughly. Using a wooden spoon, make a well in the

center of the dry ingredients. Add the buttermilk to the dry ingredients in the well. Use the wooden spoon to gently stir the ingredients together, starting at the center of the bowl and slowly working out. The dough will be very shaggy, that’s perfect! Lightly flour a work surface, and pour the dough out onto the surface. Use your hands to gently knead the dough about 4 times, until it comes together, and the surface is slightly smoother. Use the palms of yours hands to shape into a round loaf. Transfer the loaf to the prepared baking sheet. Lightly sprinkle the top with flour. Use a sharp chefs knife to slash a large X on the top of the dough. Transfer right away to the oven and bake for 15 minutes at 450°. Lower the temperature to 400°F, rotate the pan 180° in the oven, and bake for another 25-30 minutes until deeply golden brown. Allow the bread to cool for at least 20 minutes, then serve warm with salted butter.

Irish-American Soda Bread This classic quick bread recipe also brings great taste into your home. • 5 cups all purpose flour • 1 cup sugar • 1 tablespoon baking powder • 1 1/2 teaspoons salt • 1 teaspoon baking soda • 1/2 cup (1 stick) unsalted butter, cut into cubes, room temperature • 2 1/2 cups raisins • 3 tablespoons caraway seeds • 2 1/2 cups buttermilk • 1 large egg Preheat oven to 350° F. Generously butter heavy ovenproof 10- to 12-inch-diameter skillet with 2- to 2 1/2-inch-high sides. Whisk first five ingredients in large bowl to blend. Add butter; using fingertips, rub in until coarse crumbs form. Stir in raisins and caraway seeds. Whisk buttermilk and egg in medium bowl to blend. Add to dough; using wooden spoon, stir just until well incorporated (dough

will be very sticky). Transfer dough to prepared skillet; smooth top, mounding slightly in center. Using small sharp knife dipped into flour, cut 1-inch-deep X in top center of dough. Bake until bread is cooked through and tester inserted into center comes out clean, about 1 hour 15 minutes. Cool bread in skillet 10 minutes. Turn out onto rack and cool completely. (Can be made 1 day ahead. Wrap tightly in foil; store at room temperature.) Serve with hot tea and organic jam, Irish stew, traditional Irish cabbage dishes, or enjoy on its own!

The Grammy-nominated global music sensation returns with their new tour, Celtic Woman — A New Era. The show, featuring Mairéad Carlin, Muirgen O’Mahony, Ciara Ní Mhurchú, and new singer Caitríona Sherlock, fuses the ensemble’s signature sound with fresh orchestrations, dynamic stage production, and a contemporary spark that honors Ireland’s rich musical and cultural heritage while embracing Celtic Woman’s continued evolution. The concert promises to be a mesmerizing blend of timeless tradition and modern storytelling, a spellbinding tribute to the enduring power of Irish music and the extraordinary talents of the performers. Audiences can expect an unforgettable and energetic evening with renowned and breathtaking harmonies, stirring original compositions, and instrumental virtuosity brought to life, reflecting the vibrancy of modern Ireland and its heritage.

Sunday, March 15, 8 p.m. The Paramount, 370 New York Ave., Huntington. Tickets available at ticketmaster.com or paramountny.com.

Cheese Soda Bread This modern savory twist is another winner. • 2 1/2 cups flour • 1/2 cup sugar • 1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder • 1/2 teaspoon baking soda • 1/2 teaspoon salt • 2 teaspoons caraway seed • 1 teaspoon garlic powder • 1/4 teaspoon red pepper, ground • 1/2 cup shredded Irish Cheddar cheese • 2 eggs • 1 1/4 cups buttermilk Preheat oven to 350° F. Mix flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, salt and seasonings in large bowl. Stir in cheese. Set aside. Mix eggs and buttermilk in medium bowl. Add to dry ingredients; stir until well blended. Spread in lightly grease 9-inch round cake pan. Bake 30-40 minutes or until toothpick inserted in center comes out clean. Cool in pan on wire rack 10 minutes. Remove from pan. Cool completely on wire rack. Tip: This recipe also lends itself well to a muffin version. Prepare dough as directed and divide among 12 greased muffin cups. Bake 2025 minutes or until toothpick inserted in center comes out clean.

Josh Joplin with Jeffrey Gaines lternative rock mainstay Josh Joplin returns to the stage for an intimate, can’t-miss evening alongside acclaimed singer-songwriter Jeffrey Gaines at My Father’s Place. Joplin spotlights songs from his latest full-length release, GpYr (“gap year”), a deeply personal project that arrives after a 12-year hiatus. It marks a bold new chapter in Joplin’s career. A deeply personal project, it’s an introspective musical journey that, via Joplin’s own experiences, allows us to ponder all of life’s transitions. Jeffrey Gaines brings his own brand of soul-baring musicianship, heralded for his soul-searching lyrics and his powerful live performances. Armed with little more than his voice and an acoustic guitar, He’s built an international following on the strength of his deeply felt lyrics. His stripped-down sets create an atmosphere that is at once intimate and electrifying.

Thursday, March 19, 7:30 p.m. $43. My Father’s Place 1221 Old Northern Blvd., Roslyn. Tickets available at mfpproductions.com.

BABYLON HERALD BEACON — March 12, 2026

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‘Everybody Loves Raymond: Celebrating 30 Years’

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

Zoning Board of Appeals meets The Town of Babylon holds their next ZBA meeting. All are welcome to attend. • Where: Babylon Town Hall, 200 E. Sunrise Highway, Lindenhurst • Time: 6 p.m. • Contact: (631) 957-3012 Stop by Lindenhurst Memorial Library for a showing the 2016 film “Brooklyn.” It tells the emotional tale of Eilis Lacey, a young Irish immigrant building a new life in 1950s Brooklyn. Lured by the promise of America, Eilis departs Ireland for the shores of New York City and is soon swept up by the intoxicating charms of new love. But when her new life is disrupted by her past, she must choose between two countries and the lives that exist within. Registration is not required.

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• Where: 1 Lee Ave., Lindenhurst • Time: 1-3:45 p.m. • Contact: lindenhurstlibrary.org or (631) 957-7755

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Village of Lindenhurst Eggstravaganza

The Village of Lindenhurst hosts their 2nd Annual Eggstravaganza. Activities include a petting zoo at the Village Square, an egg hunt through downtown Lindenhurst and photos

CALENDAR • Time: 5:30-7 p.m. • Contact: (631) 587-5838

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Chocolate Expo

The annual Chocolate Expo returns for another delectable edition. Check out the tastings and sales of chocolates, baked goods, specialty foods, cheeses, dairy products, craft beverages (wines, spirits, cider, mead and more and ready-toeat foods from 60-120+ vendor booths. With demos, interactive presentations and celebrity appearances, plus fun for children in the “Kidz Zone.”

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Three Italian Tenors

Direct from Rome, the Three Italian Tenors stop at Tilles Center on their North American Tour debut. Everyone will be captivated by Giovanni Maria Palmia, Ugo Tarquini, and Alessandro Fantoni accompanied by pianist Fabrizio Mocata. Their salute to the great Italian tenors — Luciano Pavarotti, Andrea Bocelli, Mario Lanza and Enrico Caruso — is an exhilarating and unique musical event. It features original arrangements and universally loved Italian songs and tenor arias, fusing Italian wit and charm with romanticism, lyricism, dramatic flair and operatic style. From “Nessun Dorma” to “O Sole Mio” to “That’s Amore” and more, the trio perform the songs that define Italian musical brilliance. You will be swept away by operatic gems like “E lucevan le stelle, “ “La donna è mobile” and “Nessun dorma,” alongside timeless Neapolitan songs such as “Torna a Surriento,” “’O surdato ’nnammurato” and “Funiculì Funiculà.” Their repertoire also includes romantic ballads like “Musica Proibita” and “Dicitencello vuje,” a tribute to Dean Martin with Volare, and a lively piano medley of popular Italian tunes — all culminating in a thrilling celebration of vocal artistry and Italian musical heritage. You’re sure to be enthralled by the stunning program that voyages through • Where: LIU Post campus, nostalgia with favorite memorable classics. Experience their rich vocals, heartfelt 720 Northern Blvd., Brookville emotion and the golden tradition of Italian vocal artistry. • Time: 7 p.m. • Contact: tillescenter.org or (516) 299-3100

with the Easter Bunny at the Village Gazebo or the Lindenhurst Fire Department Main House. Bring a non-perishable item for their local food pantries. Businesses who would like to participate by giving out eggs, need to complete the registration form. Business participants can be storefronts on Wellwood and Hoffman Avenues or businesses from beyond the downtown. Businesses without a storefront in the downtown will be set up at tables along the route. • Where: 116 N. Wellwood Ave., Lindenhurst • Time: 11 a.m.-2 p.m. • Contact: shorturl.at/qclSh

Tunes with Tal Naccarato Babylon Public Library welcomes guitarist-songwriterinstrumentalist Tal Naccarato for a solo acoustic performance. A musician in the Americana/FolkBlues tradition, Tal performs works from his original and traditional repertoire. He also discusses the history of this particular musical genre while exhibiting and performing on rare vintage period instruments during the course of a live musical concert. Registration required. • Where: 24 S. Carll Ave., Babylon • Time: 2 p.m.

• Contact: babylonlibrary.org or (631) 669-1624

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Winter Concert ‘Salon’ Series

Warm up from the late winter chill and enjoy the comfort of fine classical music at Bayard Cutting Arboretum State Park. Listen this week to Cross Island Ensemble. Seating is limited with pre-registration required through the Islip Arts Council. • Where: 440 Montauk Highway, Great River • Time: 1 p.m. • Contact: For registration, call the Islip Arts Council at (631) 888-3525; day of concert information, call Bayard Cutting Arboretum at (631) 581-1002

In concert The Long Island Music and Entertainment Hall of Fame welcomes Toby Tobias. Born and raised in Johannesburg, South Africa, now Long Island-based Tobias has immersed himself in many American musical genres while never leaving behind his roots in the rhythms and melodies of his homeland. His keen ear for intuitive arrangements is a hallmark of his writing and

performance, and he has garnered a strong following in the tri-state area. • Where: 97 Main St., Stony Brook • Time: 3 p.m. • Contact: limusichalloffame.org or (631) 689-5888

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Motivational Movie Mondays

Teens are invited to visit Wyandanch Public Library each week for fun yet informative videos about Women’s History. Topics include SciGirls: Women in Stem and Ratified: The Fight for Gender Equality in the Constitution. • Where: 14 S. 20th St., Wyandanch • Time: 5 p.m. • Contact: wyan.suffolk.lib.ny.us or (631) 643-4848

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Kid Zone

Children in grades Pre-K-5 are invited to First Presbyterian Church’s Kid Zone, weekly. Included is dinner, a Bible story, as well as crafts and games. • Where: 79 E. Main St., Babylon

• Where: Nassau Coliseum, Uniondale • Time: 10 a.m.-6 p.m. • Contact: ticketmaster.com

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Top Golf Pre-Launch Twosome Edition

Deer Park Chamber of Commerce invites all to their annual Golf Outing. Enjoy climate-controlled bays, friendly competition, premium food and drinks, raffles and a lively atmosphere designed for both seasoned golfers and firsttimers. This is an opportunity to strengthen connections, meet new local professionals and celebrate alongside fellow chamber members during their installation celebration. The cost is $250 for two tickets and includes open bar, dinner, game play and raffles. • Where: Top Golf Holtsville, 5231 Express Drive North, Holtsville • Time: 6-10 p.m. • Contact: chamberofdeerpark. org or (631) 860-6946

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Notice of formation of Hampton Security & Fire Systems LLC. Articles of

Organization filed with the Secretary of State of New York SSNY on 02/06/2026. Office located in Suffolk. SSNY has b e e n d e s i g n at e d for service of process. SSNY shall mail copy of any process served against the LLC 77 County Road 39A, South Hampton, NY 11968 Purpose: any lawful purpose 26-86. 2/19, 26, 3/5, 12, 19, 26 NOTICE OF FORMATION OF R are Mix Group LLC. Ar ticles of Organization filed with the Secretary of St ate of Ne w York (SSNY ) on 08/13/2025. Office located in Suffolk County. SSNY has been designated for service of process. SSNY shall mail copy of any process served against the LLC to 23 Briarwood Road, Wyandanch, NY 11798. Purpose: Any lawful purpose. 26-87. 2/19, 26, 3/5, 12, 19, 26 PUBLIC NOTICE VILLAGE OF BABYLON The Board of Tr u s t e e s o f t h e Village of Babylon will hold a Special Meeting at 4:00 p.m. on Thursday, March 19, 2026, for the purpose of certifying the results f rom the Special Village Election to be held on Wednesday, March 18, 2026. Meeting will be held at Village Hall, 153 W. Main St., Babylon. By Order of the Board of Trustees Jean Marie Parker, Village Clerk Dated: March 4, 2026 NOTICIA PÚBLICA PUEBLO DE BABILONI La Junta de Síndicos

de la Aldea de Babilonia llevará a cabo una Reunión Especial a las 4:00 p.m. el jueves 19 de marzo de 2026, con el fin de certificar los resultados de especiales la elección de la aldea que se llevará a cabo el m i é rc o l e s 1 8 d e marzo de 2026. La reunión se llevará a cabo en Village Hall, 153 W. Main St., Babylon. Por Orden del Patronato Jean Marie Parker, secretaria del pueblo Fecha: 4 de marzo de 2026 26-131. 3/12 Notice of formation of Facts & Figures Bookkeeping, LLC Articles of Organization filed with the Secretary of State of New York (SS Y) on 02/01/2026 O f f i c e location, County of Suffolk SSNY has been designated as agent of the LLC upon whom process against it may be served. SSNY shall mail a process served to: The LLC, 134 Farragut Road, West Babylon NY 11704 Purpose: any lawful act. 26- 130. 3/12, 19, 26, 4/2, 9, 16 NOTICE OF SALE SUPREME COURT SUFFOLK COUNTY CITIMORTGAGE, INC., Plaintiff against M A R I E T TA QUARLESS, et al Defendant(s) Attorney for Plaintiff(s) Stern & Eisenberg, P.C., 20 Commerce Drive, Suite 230, Cranford, NJ 07016 and 1131 Route 55, Suite 1, Lagrangeville, NY 12540. Pursuant to a Judg-

ment of Foreclosure and Sale entered February 5, 2026, I will sell at public auction to the highest bidder at Babylon Townhall, 200 East Sunrise Highway, Lindenhurst, NY 11757 on April 16, 2026 at 3:30 PM. Premises known as 49 Gordon Avenue, West Babylon, NY 11704. District 0100 Sec 103.00 Block 01.00 Lot 052.000. All that certain plot, piece or parcel of land, situate, lying and being at Pinelawn, Town of Babylon, County of Suffolk and State of New York. Approximate Amount of Judgment is $190,649.62 plus interest, fees, and costs. Premises will be sold subject to provisions of filed Judgment Index No 613403/2023. During the COVID-19 health emergency, Bidders are required to comply with all governmental health requirements in effect at the time of the sale including but not limited to wearing face coverings and maintaining social distancing (at least 6-feet apart) during the auction, while tendering deposit and at any subsequent closing. Should a bidder fail to comply, the Referee may refuse to accept any bid, cancel the closing and hold the bidder in default. 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. Robert T. Fuchs, Esq., Referee F i l e # NY202200000320-1 26-136. 3/12, 19, 26, 4/2

REFEREE'S NOTICE OF SALE IN FORECLOSURE SUPREME COURT - COUNTY OF SUFFOLK MIDFIRST BANK, Plaintiff - against - LESLIE MITCHELL A/K/A LESLIE T. MITCHELL, et al Defendant(s). Pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered on December 12, 2023. I, the undersigned Referee will sell at public auction at the Babylon Town Hall, 200 East Sunrise Highway, Lindenhurst, NY 11757 on the 13th day of April, 2026 at 9:30 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. Premises known as 440 6th Street, West Babylon, (Town of Babylon) NY 11704. (DSBL#: 0100-129.0002.00-111.000) Approximate amount of lien $370,253.26 plus interest and costs. Premises will be sold subject to provisions of filed judgment and terms of sale. I n d e x No. 615310/2022. Richard Lavorata, Jr., Esq., Referee. Davidson Fink LLP Attorney(s) for Plaintiff 400 Meridian Centre Blvd, Ste 200 Rochester, NY 14618 Tel. 585/760-8218 For sale information, please visit Auction. com at www.Auction. com or call (800) 2802832 Dated: February 9, 2026 During the COVID-19 health emergency, bidders are required to comply with all governmental health requirements in effect at the time of sale includ-

ing but not limited to, wearing face coverings and maintaining social distancing (at least 6-feet apart) during the auction, 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. 26-133. 3/12, 19, 26, 4/2 NOTICE OF SALE SUPREME COURTCOUNTY OF SUFFOLK DEUTSCHE BANK NATIONAL TRUST C O M PA N Y, A S TRUSTEE,IN TRUST FOR REGISTERED HOLDERS OF LONG B E AC H M O RTGAGE LOAN TRUST 2005-WL1, ASSETBACKED CERTIFICATES, SERIES 2005WL1, Plaintiff, AGAINST VIVIAN D. JOHNSON AKA VIVIAN JOHNSON, et al. Defendant(s) Pursuant to a judgment of foreclosure and sale duly entered on January 19, 2018. I, the undersigned Referee, will sell at public auction at the Babylon Town Hall, 200 E. Sunrise Highway, Lindenhurst, NY 11757 on April 9, 2026 at 2:00 PM premises known as 75 Main Ave, Wheatley Heights AKA Wyandanch, NY 11798 and, 8 Linden Street, Wheatley Heights, NY 117. Please take notice that this foreclosure auction shall be conducted in compliance with the Foreclosure Auction Rules for Suffolk County, and the

COVID 19 Health Emergency Rules, including proper use of masks and social distancing. All that certain plot piece or parcel of land, with the buildings and improvements thereon erected, situate, lying and being at Wyandanch, Town of Babylon, County of Suffolk and State of New York. District 0100 Section 14.00, Block 1.00, Lot 66.000 and 67.000. Approximate amount of judgment $356,513.35 plus interest and costs. Premises will be sold subject to provisions of filed Judgment. Index #613290/2015. James Pascarella, Esq., Referee, Aldridge Pite, LLP Attorneys for Plaintiff - 40 Marcus Drive, Suite 200, Melville, NY 11747 26-132. 3/12, 19, 26, 4/2 Notice is hereby given that a license, Application ID: NA-0340-26104048 for liquor, beer, wine, and cider has been applied for by the undersigned to sell liquor, beer, wine, and cider at retail in a Bar/Tavern under the Alcoholic Beverage Control Law at 690 Queens St, Greenport, NY 11944, County of Suffolk, for on premises consumption at HNF F&B LLC. 26-149. 3/12, 19

Notice of formation of 80 Erlanger, LLC. Arts of Org filed with the Secretary of State of NY SSNY on 2/11/24. Office located in Suffolk County. SSNY has been designated for service of process. SSNY shall mail copy of any process served against the LLC, 28 Sheridan Rd., Babylon, NY 11702. Purpose: any lawful purpose. 26-143. 3/12, 19, 26, 4/2, 9, 16 Notice of formation of 95 N. Railroad, LLC. Arts of Org filed with the Secretary of State of NY SSNY on 2/11/24. Office located in Suffolk County. SSNY has been designated for service of process. SSNY shall mail copy of any process served against the LLC, 28 Sheridan Rd., Babylon, NY 11702. Purpose: any lawful purpose. 26-144. 3/12, 19, 26, 4/2, 9, 16 Notice of formation of 134 N. Carll, LLC. Arts of Org filed with the Secretary of State of NY SSNY on 2/11/24. Office located in Suffolk County. SSNY has been designated for service of process. SSNY shall mail copy of any process served against the LLC, 28 Sheridan Rd., Babylon, NY 11702. Purpose: any lawful purpose. 26-145. 3/12, 19, 26, 4/2, 9, 16

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BABYLON HERALD BEACON — March 12, 2026

NOTICE OF SALE SUPREME COURT - COUNTY OF SUFFOLK DEUTSCHE BANK NATIONAL TRUST C O M PA N Y A S TRUSTEE FOR HARBORVIEW 2006-8 Plaintiff, Against REBECCA BUCICCHIA, PHILIP BUCICCHIA, et al Defendant(s) Pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale, duly entered 12/29/2025, I, the undersigned Referee, will sell at public auction, at Babylon Town Hall, 200 East Sunrise Highway, Lindenhurst, NY 11757, on 3/25/2026 at 9:00AM, premises known as 128 Bond Street, West Babylon, NY 11704, and described as follows: 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 107.00 Block 02.00 Lot 038.000 The approximate amount of the current Judgment lien is $462,740.93 plus interest and costs. The Premises will be sold subject to provisions of the aforesaid Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale; Index # 602805/2022 Sabita HajareeRamsaran, Esq., Referee. - Cash bids will not be accepted at this Auction. MCCABE, WEISBERG & CONWAY, LLC, 10 Midland Avenue, Suite 205, Port Chester, NY 10573 Dated: 1/14/2026 File Number: 272100011 CA 26-88. 2/19, 26, 3/5, 12

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SUPREME COURT OF THE STATE OF NEW YORK COUNTY OF SUFFOLK WELLS FARGO USA HOLDINGS, INC., -againstJUDITH VOGEL, 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 October 26, 2023, w herein WELLS FARGO USA HOLDINGS, INC. is the Plaintiff and JUDITH VOGEL, 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 March 23, 2026 at 3:00PM, premises known as 222A OAK BEACH RD, OAK BEACH, NY 11702; and the following tax map identification: 0100242.00-01.00-021.000. ALL THAT CERTAIN LOT, PIECE OR PARCEL OF LAND SITUATED LYING AND BEING IN THE TOWN OF BABYLON, COUNTY OF SUFFOLK AND STATE OF NEW YORK Premises will be sold subject to provisions of filed Judgment Index No.: 600144/2017. Robert P. Valletti, 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. *LOCA-

TION OF SALE SUBJECT TO CHANGE DAY OF IN ACCORDANCE WITH COURT/CLERK DIRECTIVES. 26-90 2/19, 26, 3/5, 12 SUPREME COURT OF THE STATE OF NEW YORK COUNTY OF SUFFOLK BANK OF AMERICA, N.A., -againstMARIE C. LANES A/K/A MARIE LANES A/K/A MARIE C. WILLOUGHBY, 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 5, 2025, wherein BANK OF AMERICA, N.A. is the Plaintiff and MARIE C. LANES A/K/A MARIE LANES A/K/A MARIE C. WILLOUGHBY, 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 March 25, 2026 at 2:00PM, premises known as 512 LEADER AVENUE, NORTH BABYLON, NY 11703; and the following tax map identification: 0100116.00-01.00-106.000. ALL THAT CERTAIN PLOT, PIECE OR PARCEL OF LAND, WITH THE BUILDINGS AND IMPROVEMENTS THEREON, SITUATE, LYING AND BEING IN NORTH BABYLON, TOWN OF BABYLON, COUNTY OF SUFFOLK AND STATE OF NEW YORK Premises will be sold subject to

provisions of filed Judgment Index No.: 601035/2019. James A. Pascarella, 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 W I T H C O U RT / CLERK DIRECTIVES. 26-92. 2/19, 26, 3/5, 12 SUPREME COURT OF THE STATE OF NEW YORK COUNTY OF SUFFOLK BANK OF NEW YOR K M E L LON TRUST COMPANY, N.A. AS TRUSTEE FOR MORTGAGE ASSETS MANAGEMENT SERIES I TR UST, -againstM A RT HA WA LLACE AS HEIR AND DISTRIBUTEE OF THE ESTATE OF ZETTA N. OWENS, 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 19, 2025, wherein BANK OF NEW YOR K M E L LON TRUST COMPANY, N.A. AS TRUSTEE FOR MORTGAGE ASSETS MANAGEMENT SERIES I TRUST is the Plaintiff and MARTHA WALLACE AS HEIR AND DISTRIBUTEE OF THE ESTATE OF ZETTA N. OWENS, 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 L I N DE N H U R ST, NY 11757, on March 26, 2026 at 1:30PM, premises known as 43 SPRUCE ROAD, AMITYVILLE, NY 11701; and the following tax map identification: 0100-124.00-01.00006.000. 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, COUNT Y OF SUFFOLK AND STATE OF NEW YORK Premises will be sold subject to provisions of filed Judgment Index No.: 601334/2017. Arthur Burdette, 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. 26-93. 2/19, 26, 3/5, 12

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PUBLIC NOTICE B OARD OF APPEALS VILLAGE OF BABYLON PURSUANT to the provisions of Article VII of the Building Zone Ordinance of the Village of Babylon, NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the Board of Appeals of the Village of Babylon will hold a public hearing at 7:30 P.M. on Wednesday, March 18, 2026, in the Municipal Building, at 153 West Main Street, Babylon, New York to consider the following applications: •Application of Andrew Laufer, 406 DPA LLC, 406 Deer Park Avenue, Babylon, NY, for permission to maintain professional accounting offices at the premises located at 406 Deer Park Avenue, Babylon, NY. Property located in Residence O District, Suffolk County Real Property Tax Map District 0102, Section 6, Block 3 Lot 32. Application made in accordance with Sections 365-17 and 365-35. •Application of AR Home Construction, 15 Belinda Court, Smithtown, NY 11787 for permission to demolish the existing dwelling and construct a two story single family dwelling on the premises located at 1 Christopher Court, Babylon, NY requiring variances to reduce the front yard setback from 35 feet required to 20 feet 3 inches proposed (property has two front yards) and to increase the lot coverage from 25% permitted to 28.56% proposed. Property located in Residence A-11 District, Suffolk County Real Property Tax Map District 0102, Section 21, Block 1, Lot 38. Application made in accordance with Sections 365-7A,

365-13 and 365-35. •Application of Victor Acebedo, Bozzetto AE LLC, 331 Willis Avenue, Mineola, NY 11501, agent for owner, John Vargas, 397 West Main Street, Babylon, NY for a special permit to convert a one family dwelling into a twofamily dwelling on the premises located at 397 West Main Street, Babylon, NY. Property located in Residence A-9 District, Suffolk County Real Property Tax Map District 0102, Section 12, Block 2, Lot 36. Application made in accordance with Sections 365-14 and 365-35. •Application of Yael Seagal, 40 Orchard Drive, Woodbury, NY 11797, for a permission to construct two story single family dwelling on a vacant lot on the premises located at 446 Little East Neck Road, Babylon, NY requiring variances to reduce the front yard setback from 25 feet required to 21 feet proposed; to reduce the minimum side yard setback from 6 feet required to 5 feet 6 inches proposed, to reduce the total side yard setback from 20 feet to 15 feet 9 inches proposed; to reduce the rear yard setback from 25 feet to 16 feet 9 inches proposed; to increase the lot coverage from 25% permitted to 26% proposed and to reduce the lot width 70 feet required to 40 feet pre-existing. Property located in Residence A-7 District, Suffolk County Real Property Tax Map District 0102, Section 20, Block 1, Lot 81. Application made in accordance with Sections 365-15 and 365-35. •Application of Susan Licciardi, 89 Woodsome Road, Babylon, NY for permission to construct a second-floor dor-

SUPREME COURT OF THE STATE OF NEW YORK COUNTY OF SUFFOLK U.S. BANK, N.A., SUCCESSOR TRUSTEE T O L A S A L L E BA N K NAT I O NA L ASSOCIATION, ON BEHALF OF THE HOLDERS OF BEAR STEARNS ASSET BACKED SECURITIES I TRUST 2007-HE2, ASSET-BACKED CERTIFICATES SERIES 2007-HE2, -againstKIM DASH, AS HEIR AND DISTRIBUTEE OF THE ESTATE OF SHIRLEY DASH, 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 2, 2024, wherein U.S. BANK, N.A., SUCCESSOR TRUSTEE TO LASALLE BANK NATIONAL ASSOCIATION, ON BEHALF OF THE HOLDERS OF BEAR STEARNS ASSET BACKED SECURITIES I TRUST 2007-HE2, ASSET-BACKED CERTIFICATES SERIES 2007-HE2 is the Plaintiff and KIM DASH, AS HEIR AND DISTRIBUTEE OF THE ESTATE OF SHIRLEY DASH, 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 March 31, 2026 at 10:30AM, premises known as 47 MAPLE ROAD, AMITYVILLE, NY 11701; and the following tax map identification: 0100-124.00-01.00016.000. ALL THAT CERTAIN PLOT, PIECE OR PARCEL OF LAND, SITUATE, LYING AND BEING NORTH AMITYVILLE, TOWN OF BABYLON, COUNTY OF SUFFOLK AND STATE OF NEW YORK Premises will be sold subject to provisions of filed Judgment Index No.: 620150/2017. Annette Eaderesto, 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. 26-111 2/26, 3/5, 12, 19 mer addition on the premises located at 89 Woodsome Road, Babylon, NY requiring a variance to reduce the minimum side yard setback from 15 feet to 8.2 feet preexisting. Property located in Residence A-11 District, Suffolk County Real Property Tax Map District 0102, Section 13, Block 1, Lot 26. Application made in accordance

with Sections 365-13 and 365-35. APPLICANTS OR THEIR DULY APPOINTED REPRESENTATIVES MUST APPEAR IN PERSON AT THE ABOVE HEARING. BRUCE HUMENIK, CHAIRMAN JEFFREY C. WEBER, SECRETARY 26-116 3/5, 12

votes will serve a fiveyear term beginning July 1, 2026 and ending on June 30, 2031. FURTHER RESOLVED, that in lieu of requiring the Board of Registration of said School District to meet prior to such Special District Meeting solely for the purpose of registering voters, the registration shall be conducted by the School District Clerk at such Clerk’s office during regular business hours on any business day up to and including April 14, 2026. FURTHER RESOLVED That Notice of said Special District meeting shall be published in the Library’s two newspapers of record four times in the seven (7) weeks prior to the vote, with the first such publication being at least 45 days prior to the vote, in substantially the following form: Public Notice of Special District Meeting Of the North Babylon Public Library Suffolk County, New York Budget Vote and Trustee Election Tuesday, April 14, 2026 NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN to the qualified voters of the North Babylon Union Free School District that a Special District Meeting will be held in the North Babylon Public Library, 815 Deer Park Avenue, North Babylon, New York 11703 on Tuesday, April 14, 2026 from 12:00 Noon through 8:00 PM, prevailing time, for the purpose of voting upon the following items: • To e l e c t one (1) trustee to the North Babylon Public Library Board. The candidate with the most votes will serve a five-year term beginning July 1, 2026 and ending June 30, 2031.

The incumbent position is currently held by Theresa DeBlasi. • To a d opt the Annual Library District Budget for the 2026-2027 fiscal year, and to authorize the requisite portion thereof to be raised by taxation on the taxable property of the Library District. NOTICE IS FURTHER GIVEN that the petitions nominating candidates for the Office of Trustee of the North Babylon Public Library must be filed with the Office of the District Clerk of the North Babylon Public Library, 815 Deer Park Avenue, North Babylon, New York 11703, between the hours of 9:00 AM and 5:00 PM, prevailing time, not later than 5:00 PM, prevailing time, on Monday March 16, 2026. Each candidate must be a qualified voter and must reside in the area served by the North Babylon Public Library. The Petitions shall be directed to the District Clerk, shall be signed by at least twenty five (25) qualified voters of the School District or two percent (2%) of the voters who voted in the previous election, whichever is greater, shall state the residence of each signer and shall state the name and residence of the candidate being nominated for the Office of Trustee of the North Babylon Public Library. Candidates must sign an Affirmation of Compliance of the Conflict of Interest policy. NOTICE IS FURTHER GIVEN that the Board of Trustees of the North Babylon Public Library will hold a Special Budget Hearing on March 17, 2026 at the North Babylon Public Library, 815 Deer Park Avenue, North Babylon, New

York at 6:00 PM, prevailing time. Residents of the North Babylon Public Library District are invited to attend. NOTICE IS FURTHER GIVEN that in accordance with NY Education Law Section 1716(b), the proposed budget will be available 7 days prior to the Special Budget Hearing on March 17, 2026. Copies of the annual estimated expenditures of the North Babylon Public Library to be voted upon shall be available at the North Babylon Public Library and at each schoolhouse in the district between the hours of 9:00 o’clock AM and 5:00 o’clock PM, prevailing time, commencing on March 7,2026 and each weekday thereafter through April 14, 2026. NOTICE IS FURTHER GIVEN that pursuant to Section 2014 of the Education Law, personal registration of voters is required and no person shall be entitled to vote at said meeting and election whose name does not already appear on the register of the said School District, or who does not register as hereinafter provided or who is not registered to vote at any general election pursuant to Section 5-210 of the Election law of the State of New York. The register so prepared includes all persons who have presented themselves personally for registration in accordance herewith, and all persons who shall have been registered at any Annual Meeting or Election held or conducted at any time within four (4) years prior to the preparation of the register. NOTICE IS FURTHER GIVEN that in lieu of the Board of

Registration meeting prior to such Special District Meeting solely for the purpose of registering voters, the registration of voters, the registration of voters shall be conducted by the School District Clerk (“walkin registration”) at such District Clerk’s office located at 5 Jardine Place, North Babylon, New York, from 9:00 o’clock AM to 3:00 o’clock PM prevailing time, on any business day up to and including April 14, 2026, and any person shall be entitled to have his or her name placed upon such register provided that he or she is known and can prove to the satisfaction of such School District Clerk to be entitled to vote at said Special District Meeting. The register so prepared by said School District Clerk will be open for inspection by any qualified voter of the District at the office of the School District Clerk on each of the five days prior to the date set for such Special District Meeting between the hours of 9:00 o’clock AM and 3:00 o’clock PM, prevailing time, excluding Saturdays, Sundays and holidays. NOTICE IS FURTHER GIVEN that pursuant to the provisions of Section 2018-a of the Education Law, early mail or absentee ballots for the election of a Library Trustee and voting on the budget may be applied for at the Office of the North Babylon Public Library during regular business hours. Such applications must be received by the Office of the North Babylon Public Library at least seven (7) days prior to the vote if the ballot is to be mailed to the voter or by 5:00 PM, prevailing time, or the day prior to the vote if the ballot is to be per-

sonally delivered to the voter. No early mail or absentee voter’s ballot shall be canvassed, unless it shall have been received in the Office of the District Clerk no later than 5:00 PM, prevailing time, on the day of the election. A list to whom early mail or absentee ballots shall have been issued will be available in the Office of the District Clerk on each of the five (5) days prior to the date of the vote, except Saturdays, Sundays and holidays. FURTHER NOTICE IS GIVEN, that a qualified voter whose ability to appear personally at the polling place is substantially impaired by reasons of permanent illness or physical disability and whose registration record has been marked “permanently disabled” by the Board of Elections pursuant to the provisions of the Education Law shall be entitled to receive an absentee ballot pursuant to the provisions of the Education Law without making separate applications for such absentee ballot. FURTHER NOTICE IS GIVEN that military voters who are not currently registered may apply to register as a qualified voter of the Library District. Military voters who are qualified voters of the Library District may submit an application for a military ballot. Military voters may designate a preference to receive a military voter registration, military ballot application or military ballot by mail, facsimile transmission or electronic mail in their request for such registration, ballot application or ballot. Military voter registration forms and military ballot applications must be received in the Office of the District

Clerk no later than 5:00 p.m. on Friday, March 20, 2026. No military ballot will be canvassed unless it is received by the Office of the District Clerk by no later than 5:00 p.m. on the day of the election. Dated: January 20, 2026 North Babylon, New York By Order of the Board of Trustees of the North Babylon Public Library, North Babylon School District, Town of Babylon, Suffolk County, New York The question of the adoption of the foregoing resolution was duly put to a vote on roll call which resulted as follows: Laurie Atlas Voting Yes Theresa DeBlasi Voting Yes Tory T. Hare Voting Yes Ira Hester Voting Yes Patricia Ziegler Voting Yes The resolution was thereupon declared duly adopted. 26-110. 2/26, 3/12, 26, 4/9 NOTICE OF SALE SUPREME COURT COUNTY OF SUFFOLK Deutsche Bank National Trust Company, as Trustee, in trust for registered Holders of Long Beach Mortgage Loan Trust 2004-4, Asset-Backed Certificates, Series 2004-4, Plaintiff AGAINST Conrad Stoehrer a/k/a Conrad J. Stoehrer; et al., Defendant(s) Pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale duly entered June 13, 2019, amended August 1, 2025, I, the undersigned Ref-

eree, will sell at public auction at the Babylon Town Hall, 200 East Sunrise Highway, Lindenhurst, NY 11757 on April 14,2026 , at 2:30PM, premises known as 466 South 7th Street, Lindenhurst, NY 11757. All that certain plot, piece or parcel of land, with the buildings and improvements thereon erected, situate, lying and being in Lindenhurst, Town of Babylon, County of Suffolk, State of New York, District 0103 Section 018.00 Block 01.00 Lot 049.001. Approximate amount of judgment $457,476.99 plus interest and costs. Premises will be sold subject to provisions of filed Judgment Index# 613306/2018. Deposit by certified funds only, made payable to the referee. No cash accepted at Sale Robert T. Samson, 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: February 10, 2026 For sale information, please visit www.Auction.com or call (800) 280-2831 26-134. 3/12, 19, 26, 4/2

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BABYLON HERALD BEACON — March 12, 2026

Budget Resolution At a general meeting of the Board of Trustees of the North Babylon Public Library, Town of Babylon, Suffolk County, New York, held at the North Babylon Public Library, 815 Deer Park Avenue, North Babylon, New York, on the 20‘^ day of January, 2026, at 6:00 o’clock PM, prevailing time, the following was recorded: The meeting was called to order. The following were present: Laurie Atlas Theresa DeBlasi Tory T. Hare Ira Hester Patricia Ziegler The following was absent: None. The following resolution was offered by Mr. Hester, and seconded by Ms. Atlas, to wit: WHEREAS, it is the desire of the Trustees of the North Babylon Public Library to hold a Special District Meeting of the North Babylon School District for the purpose of (a) voting upon the Library budget and (b) electing one (1) trustee to the Board of Trustees of the North Babylon Public Library, RESOLVED, that a Special District Meeting of the qualified voters of the North Babylon Union Free School District shall be held at the North Babylon Public Library, 815 Deer Park Avenue, North Babylon, New York, on the 14**^ day of April 2026 at 12:00 o’clock Noon, through 8:00 PM, prevailing time, for the purpose of voting by voting machines or by paper ballot If voting machines are not available, upon the (a) 2026-2027 fiscal year budget of the North Babylon Public Library and (b) the election of one (1) trustee to the Library Board of Trustees. The candidate with the most

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NOTICE OF SALE SUPREME COURT SUFFOLK COUNTY US BANK TRUST NATIONAL ASSOCIATION, NOT IN ITS INDIVIDUAL CAPACITY BUT SOLELY AS OWNER TRUSTEE FOR VRMTG ASSET TRUST, Plaintiff against UNKNOWN HEIRS AT LAW OF CARLA HONORAT, AND IF THEY BE DEAD, ANY AND ALL PERSONS UNKNOWN TO PLAINTIFF, CLAIMING, OR WHO MAY CLAIM TO HAVE INTEREST IN, OR GENERALLY OR SPECIFIC LIEN UPON THE REAL PROPERTY DESCRIBED IN THIS ACTION; SUCH UNKNOWN PERSONS BEING HEREIN GENERALLY DESCRIBED AND INTENDED TO BE INCLUDED IN THE FOLLOWI NG DESIG NATION, NAMELY: THE WIFE, WIDOW, HUSBAND, WIDOWER, HEIRS AT LAW, NEXT OF KIN, DESCENDANTS, EXECUTORS, ADMINISTRATORS, DEVISEES, LEGATEES, CREDITORS, TRUSTEES, COMMIT TEES, 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, WIDOWS, HUSBANDS, WIDOWERS, HEIRS AT LAW, NEXT OF KIN, DESCENDANTS, EXECUTORS; ADMINISTRATORS, DEVISEES, LEGATEES, CREDITORS, TRUSTEES, COM-

MITTEES, LIENORS AND ASSIGNS, ALL OF WHOM AND WHOSE NAMES, EXCEPT AS STATED, ARE UNKNOWN TO PLAINTIFF, 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 May 13, 2025, I will sell at public auction to the highest bidder at Babylon Townhall, 200 East Sunrise Highway, Lindenhurst, NY 11757 on April 7, 2026 at 1:00 PM. Premises known as 36 Clearview Dr ive, Whe at le y Heights, NY 11798. District 0100 Sec 009.00 Block 01.00 Lot 049.000. 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. Approximate Amount of Judgment is $621,257.30 plus interest, fees, and costs. Premises will be sold subject to provisions of filed Judgment Index No 619935/2016. 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. Francesco P Tini, Esq., Referee File # 3000002130 26-119 3/5, 12, 19, 26 NOTICE OF SALE SUPREME COURT SUFFOLK COUNTY THE BANK OF NEW YORK MELLON, SUCCESSOR TO

THE BANK OF NEW YORK, NOT IN ITS INDIVIDUAL CAPACITY BUT SOLELY AS TRUSTEE ON BEHALF OF THE HOLDERS OF THE CIT MORTGAGE LOAN TRUST, 20071 ASSET-BACKED CERTIFICATES, SERIES 2007-1, Plaintiff against STACEY L. KELLY HENRY A/K/A STACEY L. KELLY-HENRY A/K/A STACEY L. KELLY A/K/A STACY KELLY-HENRY, et al Defendant(s) Attorney for Plaintiff(s) Stern & Eisenberg, P.C., 20 Commerce Drive, Suite 230, Cranford, NJ 07016 and 1131 Route 55, Suite 1, Lagrangeville, NY 12540. Pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered January 29, 2026, I will sell at public auction to the highest bidder at Babylon Townhall, 200 East Sunrise Highway, Lindenhurst, NY 11757 on April 7, 2026 at 3:00 PM. Premises known as 51 Madison Avenue, Amityville, NY 11701. District 0100 Sec 164.00 Block 03.00 Lot 047.000. 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 $416,571.24 plus interest, fees, and costs. Premises will be sold subject to provisions of filed Judgment Index No 618751/2024. For sale information, please visit www.Auction.com or call (800) 280-2832.During the COVID-19 health emergency, Bidders are required to comply with all governmental health requirements in effect at the time of the sale including but not limited to wearing face coverings and

maintaining social distancing (at least 6-feet apart) during the auction, while tendering deposit and at any subsequent closing. Should a bidder fail to comply, the Referee may refuse to accept any bid, cancel the closing and hold the bidder in default. 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. Scott C. Lockwood, Esq., Referee File # NY201800001467-2 26-120 3/5, 12, 19, 26 NOTICE OF SALE SUPREME COURT COUNTY OF Suffolk, U.S. Bank National Association, not in its individual capacity but solely as trustee for RMTP Trust, Series 2021 Cottage-TT-V, Plaintiff, vs. Claire M. Cotter A/K/A Clair Cotter as heir and distributee of the Estate of Richard H. Cotter, ET AL., Defendant(s). Pursuant to an Order Confirming Referee Report and Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale duly entered on January 13, 2026, I, the undersigned Referee will sell at public auction at the Babylon Town Hall, 200 East Sunrise Highway, North Lindenhurst, NY 11757 on April 7, 2026 at 10:00 a.m., premises known as 24 Russel Street a/k/a 24 Russell Street, Amityville, NY 11701. All that certain plot, piece or parcel of land, with the buildings and improvements thereon erected, situate, lying and being in the Incorporated Village of Amityville, Town of Babylon, County of Suffolk and State of

New York, District 0101, Section 008.00, Block 03.00 and Lot 023.000. Approximate amount of judgment is $326,069.09 plus interest and costs. Premises will be sold subject to provisions of filed Judgment Index # 616764/2023. Joy E. Jorgensen, Esq., Referee Friedman Vartolo LLP, 85 Broad Street, Suite 501, New York, New York 10004, Attorneys for Plaintiff. Firm File No.: 223156-1 26-117. 3/5, 12, 19, 26 NOTICE OF SALE SUPREME COURT: SUFFOLK COUNTY. BANK OF AMERICA, N.A., Pltf. vs. BRUCE STENSL AND, et a l, D e f t s . Ind e x #30489/2009. Pursuant to judgment of foreclosure and sale entered Dec. 12, 2023, I will sell at public auction on the front steps of Babylon Town Hall, 200 East Sunrise Highway, No. Lindenhurst, NY on April 8, 2026 at 10:00 a.m. premises k/a 57 Stowe Avenue, Babylon, NY 11702 a/k/a Section 008.00, Block 02.00, Lot 039.000. Said property beginning at a point on the easterly side of Stowe Avenue distant 75 ft. southerly from the corner formed by the intersection of the easterly side of Stowe Avenue with the southerly side of Lowerre St., being a plot 100 ft. x 75 ft. Approximate amount of judgment is $683,196.95 plus costs and interest. Sold subject to terms and conditions of filed judgment and terms of sale and the right of the United States of America to redeem within 120 days from the date of sale as provide by law. CURTIS R. EXUM, Referee. HILL WALLACK, LLP, Attys. for Pltf., 261 Madison Ave., 9th Fl., Ste. 940, New

York, NY 10016. File No. 017511-05243 #102741 26-118. 3/5, 12, 19, 26 SUPREME COURT OF THE STATE OF NEW YORK COUNTY OF SUFFOLK THE BANK OF NEW YORK MELLON FKA THE BANK OF NEW YORK, AS TRUSTEE FOR THE CERTIFICATEHOLDERS OF THE CWABS, INC., A S SE T- BAC K E D CERTIFICATES, SERIES 2007-1, -againstCLARENCE VEREEN, 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 10, 2024, wherein THE BANK OF NEW YOR K M E L LON FKA THE BANK OF NEW YORK, AS TRUSTEE FOR THE CERTIFICATEHOLDERS OF THE CWABS, INC., ASSET-BACKED CERTIFICATES, SERIES 2007-1 is the Plaintiff and CLARENCE VEREEN, 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 L I N DE N H U R ST, NY 11757, on April 2, 2026 at 10:00AM, premises known as 49 WATERFORD DRIVE, WHEATLEY HEIGHTS, NY 11798; and the following tax map identification: 0100-012.00-01.00068.000. ALL THAT CERTAIN PLOT, PIECE OR PARCEL OF LAND WITH THE BUILDINGS AND IMPROVEMENTS THEREON ERECT-

ED, SITUATE, LYING AND BEING IN THE TOWN OF BABYLON, COUNT Y OF SUFFOLK AND STATE OF NEW YORK Premises will be sold subject to provisions of filed Judgment Index No.: 600530/2023. Maria Sideris, 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 W I T H C O U RT / CLERK DIRECTIVES. 26-121 3/5, 12, 19, 26 NOTICE OF SALE SUPREME COURT SUFFOLK COUNTY US BANK TRUST NATIONAL ASSOCIATION, NOT IN ITS INDIVIDUAL CAPACIT Y BUT SOLELY AS OWNER TRUSTEE FOR VRMTG ASSET TRUST, Plaintiff against L AW R E N C E WOMACK A/K/A L AW R E N C E H . WOMACK, 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 December 17, 2024, I will sell at public auction to the highest bidder at Babylon Townhall, 200 East Sunrise Highway, Lindenhurst, NY 11757 on April 16, 2026 at 3:00 PM. Premises known as 252 Locust

Avenue, Babylon, NY 11702. District 0102 Sec 008.00 Block 03.00 Lot 030.000. All that certain plot, piece or parcel of land, situate, lying and being in the Village and Town of Babylon, County of Suffolk and State of New York. Approximate Amount of Judgment is $509,962.08 plus interest, fees, and costs. Premises will be sold subject to provisions of filed Judgment Index No 619962/2023. 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. Robert T. Fuchs, Esq., Referee File # 3000001648 26-135. 3/12, 19, 26, 4/2

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as to matters or expenditures or authority to levy taxes that may be presented for a vote under the Education Law. PLEASE TAKE FURTHER NOTICE that at the said vote and election to be conducted on April 14, 2026, one (1) member is to be elected to the Board of Trustees as follows: ONE (1) member is to be elected to the Board of Trustees of the Babylon Public Library for a full term of five (5) years commencing July 1, 2026 and expiring June 30, 2031. PLEASE TAKE FURTHER NOTICE, that all nominating petitions of candidates for the office of member of the Trustees of the Babylon Public Library must be filed with the Clerk of the Babylon School District, not later than March 16, 2026, between the hours of 9:00 A.M. and 5:00 P.M. prevailing time, whose office is located in the Office of the Superintendent of Schools at the District’s Administration Building at 50 Railroad Avenue, Babylon, New York. Nominating petitions must contain at least twenty-five (25) signatures of qualified voters. Said petition must also state the name and residence of each signer and must state the name and residence of the candidate. Nominating petitions shall not describe any specific vacancy upon the Board for which the candidate is nominated. A N D F U RT H E R NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that personal registration of voters is required. If a voter has heretofore registered and has voted in an annual or special district meeting within the last four (4) calendar

years, he/she is eligible to vote at this election. All other persons who wish to vote must register. Registration will be conducted up to and including April 9, 2026, from 9:00 A.M. to 1:30 P.M. on days when school is in session at the Office of the District Clerk, located at 50 Railroad Avenue, Babylon, New York. The register so prepared will be open for inspection by any qualified voter of the District between the hours of 9:30 A.M. and 1:30 P.M. on each of the five (5) days prior to the day set for the election, excluding Sunday, and between the hours of 9:30 A.M. and 1:30 P.M. on Saturday, April 11, 2026 and Monday, April 13, 2026 at the Babylon Public Library, 24 S. Carll Avenue, Babylon, New York, and at the polling place on election day. A N D F U RT H E R NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that during voting hours on April 14, 2026, the Board of Registration will meet at the Babylon Public Library, 24 S. Carll Avenue, Babylon, New York for the purpose of preparing a register for elections held subsequent thereto. The voting will be by paper ballot. The polls will be open at 12:00 noon and remain open until 8:00 P.M. and as long as may be necessary to enable the voters then present to cast their ballots. A N D F U RT H E R NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN, that a copy of such budget or statement may be obtained beginning, March 24, 2026 by any resident of the District upon request during the hours of 9:30 A.M. and 4 P.M., except Saturdays and Sundays, at the Babylon

Public Library, 24 S. Carll Avenue, Babylon, NY 11702, and the Principal’s office in each of the following school buildings during school business hours: •Babylon Public Schools, Central Office, 50 Railroad Avenue, Babylon •Babylon Elementary School, 171 Ralph Avenue, Babylon •Babylon Memorial Grade School, 169 Park Avenue, Babylon •Babylon JuniorSenior High School, 50 Railroad Avenue, Babylon These documents will also be available on the Babylon Public Library website at: www. babylonlibrary.org PLEASE TAKE FURTHER NOTICE, that absentee ballots and early mail ballots will be available for the election of Members of the Board of Trustees and the Budget vote. Applications for absentee ballots and early mail ballots may be received by the District Clerk no earlier than the thirtieth (30) day, before the election for which it is sought. Applications for absentee ballots will be available at the Babylon Public Library during library hours and on the Babylon Public Library website – www. babylonlibrary.org. Applications for early mail ballots will be available in the Office of the District Clerk, which is located in the Superintendent’s Office at the District’s Administration Building. To have an absentee ballot or early mail ballot mailed to your home, an applicable completed and signed application must be in the District Clerk’s Office no later than 5:00 P.M. on Tuesday, April 7, 2026. Application for an absentee ballot or an early mail

ballot may be made in person from 9:00 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. on any school day and up until 5:00 p.m. on April 13, 2026. Absentee ballots and early mail ballots will be accepted in the Office of the District Clerk of the school district no later than 5:00 p.m. on April 14, 2026. No absentee or early mail ballot shall be canvassed unless it shall have been received in the Office of the District Clerk no later than 5 P.M. of the date of the Vote. Applications can also be downloaded from the Library’s website at: www.babylonlibrary. org The right to vote by absentee ballot or early mail ballot will be subject to the approval of the Board of Registration, or the district clerk or designee, as applicable. A list of all persons to whom absentee ballots and early mail ballots are issued will be available for inspection to qualified voters of the District in the Office of the District Clerk between the hours of 9:00 A.M. and 1:30 P.M. commencing with the issuance of such ballots and for each of the five (5) days prior to the day of the election, excluding Sunday; and between the hours of 9:30 A.M. and 1:30 P.M. on Saturday, April 11, 2026 and Monday, April 13, 2026 at the Babylon Public Library, 24 S. Carll Avenue, Babylon, New York, and at the polling place on election day. FURTHER NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that Military voters who are not currently registered to vote must apply to register as a qualified voter by contacting the District Clerk at 50 Railroad Avenue, Babylon, New

York 11702 or by email to the District Clerk at lmcgarvey@babylonufsd.com or fax sent to 631-893-7935. The Military voter may indicate their preference for receiving the registration application by mail, facsimile or electronic mail (email). The application to register as a qualified voter must be received no later than 5:00 P.M. on the twenty-sixth (26th) day before the election which is March 19, 2026. The register of voters prepared and filed in the District Clerk’s office shall include the names of all military voters who submit a valid military voter registration. A military voter means a qualified voter of New York State who is in actual military service and will, therefore, be absent from the District in which he or she is qualified to vote on the day of registration or election or is discharged from military service within 30 days of an election, or a spouse, parent, child or dependent of the military voter, accompanying or being with such voter, if a qualified voter of New York State and a resident of the same school district as the military voter, or military personnel residing on a military base within a school district in New York State for a period of 30 days immediately preceding said Vote. FURTHER NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that Military voters who are qualified voters of the school district may apply for a military ballot. A military ballot application may be requested from the District Clerk and must be returned, in person or by mail, to the Office of the District Clerk at 50

Railroad Avenue, Babylon, New York 11702, not later than 5:00 P.M. on the twenty-sixth (26th) day before the election. A military voter may indicate their preference for receiving the military ballot application by mail, facsimile transmission, or e-mail. Military ballots must be received by the District Clerk: 1) before the close of the polls on April 14, 2026 and showing a cancellation mark of the U.S. postal service, or a foreign country's postal service, or showing a dated endorsement of receipt of another agency of the U.S. government or 2) by 5:00 p.m. on the date set for the election and signed and dated by the military voter and one witness thereof, with a date which is ascertained not to be later than the day before the election. Irrespective of the preferred mode of transmission, the military ballot application and military ballot must be returned by mail or in person. A list of all persons to whom military ballots shall have been issued will be available for inspection to qualified voters of the District in the office of the District Clerk during regular office hours until the day of the vote. PLEASE TAKE FURTHER NOTICE that the vote on all propositions and the election of candidates on Tuesday, April 14, 2026 will be conducted by paper ballot. It being expressly understood that the intent of the Library is to comply with any legislation stemming from the current coronavirus pandemic. Thus, all references to the timing, location, and manner of hearings, registration, and vot-

ing in the budget vote and election are subject to modification based on applicable legislation or direction by an entity with jurisdiction over the Library. QUALIFICATIONS FOR VOTING AT ANY SCHOOL DISTRICT MEETING A person must be: •A citizen of the United States •Eighteen or more years of age •A resident of the District for a period of thirty days or more next preceding the Election at which he offers to vote •Registered to vote in Suffolk County or the Babylon School District Elections DATED: January 20, 2026 Babylon, New York By Order of the Board of Trustees of Babylon Public Library, Babylon Union Free School District, Town of Babylon, Suffolk County, New York 26-100. 2/26, 3/5, 12, 19

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NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING, BUDGET VOTE AND ELECTION OF BABYLON PUBLIC LIBRARY, BABYLON UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT, TOWN OF BABYLON, COUNTY OF SUFFOLK BABYLON, NEW YORK NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN, that a public hearing will be held by the Board of Trustees of Babylon Public Library, Town of Babylon, County of Suffolk, State of New York will be held at the Babylon Public Library, 24 S. Carll Avenue, Babylon, New York in said District on, March 31, 2026, at 6:30 P.M., for the purpose of discussing expenditures contained in the proposed budget for the fiscal year 2026–2027. Copies of the budget document will be made available to District residents commencing March 24, 2026, upon request, between the hours of 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. prevailing time, in the office of the District Clerk located in the Superintendent’s Office of the Administration Building. NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN, that the vote and election will be held on TUESDAY, APRIL 14, 2026, between the hours of 12 Noon and 8:00 P.M., at the BABYLON PUBLIC LIBRARY for the following purposes of voting by the qualified voters on the following separate matters: (a) To approve or disapprove the proposed library budget (supplemented or amended as the case may be) of estimated expenses for the ensuing year as submitted by the Library Board of Trustees. (b) Any other questions or propositions

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Aviso De Audiencia Pública, Votación Del Presupuesto y Elecciones de la Biblioteca Pública de Babylon, Distrito Escolar de Babylon, Pueblo de Babylon, Municipio de Babylon, Condado de Suffolk, Nueva York POR LA PRESENTE SE NOTIFICA que la Junta Directiva de la Biblioteca Pública de Babylon, pueblo de Babylon, Condado de Suffolk, Estado de Nueva York llevará a cabo una audiencia pública en la Biblioteca Pública de Babylon, 24 S. Carll Avenue, Babylon, Nueva York en dicho Distrito el 31 de marzo de 2026 a las 6:30 P.M. con el fin de discutir los gastos contenidos en el proyecto de presupuesto para el año fiscal 2026-2027. Copias del documento presupuestario estarán disponibles con previa solicitud a los residentes del Distrito a partir del 24 de marzo de 2026, entre las 9:00 A.M. y las 4:00 P.M., en la oficina de la Sra. Linda McGar vey, secretaria del Distrito Escolar de Babylon que está ubicada en la Oficina del Superintendente (Edificio de Administración.) POR LA PRESENTE SE NOTIFICA que la votación y la elección se llevarán a cabo el MARTES 14 DE ABRIL DE 2026, entre las 12 del mediodía y las 8:00 de la noche en la BIBLIOTECA PÚBLICA DE BABYLON para los siguientes propósitos de votación por parte de los votantes calificados sobre los siguientes asuntos separados: (a) Aprobar o desaprobar el presupuesto propuesto por la biblioteca (complementado o enmendado, según sea el caso) de los gastos estimados para el año siguiente, según lo presentado por la Junta Directiva de la Biblioteca. b) Cualquier otra cuestión o proposición relativa a asuntos, gastos o autoridad para

recaudar impuestos que se someta a votación en virtud de la Ley de Educación. TENGA EN CUENTA que en dicha votación y elección del 14 de abril de 2026, se elegirá un (1) miembro para la Junta Directiva de la siguiente manera: UN (1) miembro será elegido para la Junta Directiva de la Biblioteca Pública de Babylon por un período completo de cinco (5) años a partir del primero de julio de 2026 y hasta el 30 de junio de 2031. TENGA EN CUENTA que todas las peticiones de nominación de candidatos para el cargo de miembro de la Junta Directiva de la Biblioteca Pública de Babylon deben presentarse ante la secretaria del Distrito Escolar de Babylon, la Sra. Linda McGarvey, a más tardar el 16 de marzo de 2026, entre las 9:00 A.M. y las 5:00 P.M., cuya oficina está ubicada en la Oficina del Superintendente de Escuelas (el Edificio de Administración del Distrito escolar) en 50 Railroad Avenue, Babylon, Nueva York. Las peticiones de nominación deben contener al menos veinticinco (25) firmas de votantes calificados. Dicha petición también debe indicar el nombre y la residencia de cada firmante, y debe indicar el nombre y la residencia del candidato. Las peticiones de nominación no describirán ninguna vacante específica en la Junta para la cual el candidato es nominado. Y POR LA PRESENTE SE DA AVISO ADICIONAL de que se requiere el registro personal de los votantes. Si un votante se ha registrado hasta ahora y ha votado en una reunión anual o especial del distrito dentro de los últimos cuatro (4) años calendario, él/ella es eleg-

ible para votar en esta elección. Todas las demás personas que deseen votar deben registrarse. La inscripción se llevará a cabo hasta e incluyendo el 9 de abril de 2026, de 9:00 A.M. a 1:30 P.M. los días en que la escuela esté en sesión en la Oficina de la secretaria del Distrito, ubicada en 50 Railroad Avenue, Babylon, Nueva York. El registro preparado estará disponible para la inspección de cualquier votante calificado del Distrito entre las 9:30 A.M. y la 1:30 P.M. durante cualquiera de los cinco (5) días anteriores al día fijado para la elección, excluyendo el domingo, y entre las 9:30 A.M. y la 1:30 P.M. del sábado 11 de abril 2026 y el lunes 13 de abril de 2026 en la Biblioteca Pública de Babylon, 24 S. Carll Avenue, Babylon, Nueva York, y en el lugar de votación el día de las elecciones. Y POR LA PRESENTE SE NOTIFICA ADEMÁS que, durante el horario de votación del 14 de abril de 2026, la Junta de Registro se reunirá en la Biblioteca Pública de Babylon, 24 S. Carll Avenue, Babylon, Nueva York con el fin de preparar un registro para las elecciones que se celebren con posterioridad. La votación será por papeleta. Las urnas estarán abiertas a las 12:00 del mediodía y permanecerán abiertas hasta las 8:00 P.M. y el tiempo que sea necesario para permitir que los votantes presentes emitan su voto. Y POR LA PRESENTE SE DA AVISO ADICIONAL, que cualquier residente del Distrito puede pedir y obtener una copia de dicho presupuesto o declaración a partir del 24 de marzo de 2026 entre las horas de 9:30 A.M. y 4:00 P.M., exceptuando sábados

y domingos, en la Biblioteca Pública de Babylon, 24 S. Carll Avenue, Babylon, NY 11702. También pueden obtener estos documentos en la oficina del Director Escolar de cada uno de los siguientes edificios escolares durante el horario escolar: •Oficina Central del Distrito Escolar de Babylon, 50 Railroad Avenue, Babylon •Escuela Primaria de Babylon, 171 Ralph Avenue, Babylon •Escuela Primaria de Babylon Memorial, 168 Park Avenue, Babylon •Bachillerato/Preparatoria de Babylon Junior-Senior High School, 50 Railroad Avenue, Babylon Estos documentos también estarán disponibles en el sitio de Internet de la Biblioteca Pública de Babylon en: www.babylonlibrary.org TENGA EN CUENTA que las boletas de ausencia y las boletas anticipadas por correo estarán disponibles para la elección de los miembros de la Junta Directiva y la votación del Presupuesto. Las solicitudes de boletas de votos de ausencia y boletas anticipadas por correo pueden ser recibidas por la secretaria del distrito escolar no antes del trigésimo (30) día de la elección para la cual se solicita. Las solicitudes para las papeletas de voto en ausencia estarán disponibles en la Biblioteca Pública de Babylon durante el horario de la biblioteca y en el sitio de Internet de la Biblioteca Pública de Babylon – www. babylonlibrary.org. Las solicitudes para boletas anticipadas por correo estarán disponibles en la oficina de la secretaria del distrito escolar, que se encuentra en la Oficina del Superintendente en el Edificio de Administración del Distrito. Para recibir una boleta de voto en ausencia o una boleta

de voto anticipado por correo a su hogar, deberá llenar una solicitud y firmarla. Deberá llegar a la oficina de la secretaria del distrito escolar a más tardar a las 5:00 P.M. del martes 7 de abril de 2026. La solicitud de una boleta de voto de ausencia o una boleta anticipada por correo se puede hacer en persona de 9:00 A.M. a 1:30 P.M. durante los días escolares y hasta las 5:00 P.M. del 13 de abril de 2026. Las boletas de voto de ausencia y las boletas anticipadas por correo se aceptarán en la oficina de la secretaria del distrito escolar, a más tardar a las 5:00 P.M. del 14 de abril de 2026. No se tomará en cuenta ningún voto de ausencia o voto por correo anticipado a menos de que haya sido recibido en la oficina de la secretaria del distrito escolar, a más tardar a las 5 P.M. de la fecha de votación. Las solicitudes también se pueden descargar desde el sitio de Internet de la Biblioteca en: www.babylonlibrary. org El derecho a votar por medio de una boleta de voto ausente o una boleta anticipada por correo estará sujeto a la aprobación de la Junta de Registro, o del secretario del distrito o su designado, según corresponda. Una lista de todas las personas que emitieron boletas de voto de ausencia y boletas anticipadas por correo estará disponible para inspección de los votantes calificados del Distrito en la oficina de la secretaria del distrito escolar, entre las 9:00 A.M. y la 1:30 P.M. a partir de la emisión de dichas boletas y los cinco (5) días anteriores al día de la elección, excluyendo el domingo; y entre las 9:30 A.M. y la 1:30 P.M. del sábado

11 de abril de 2026 y el lunes 13 de abril de 2026 en la Biblioteca Pública de Babylon, 24 S. Carll Avenue, Babylon, Nueva York. La lista también se encontrará en el lugar de votación durante el día de las elecciones. POR LA PRESENTE SE DA AVISO ADICIONAL de que los votantes militares que no estén actualmente registrados para votar deberán solicitar registrarse como votantes cualificados comunicándose directamente con la secretaria del distrito escolar (Sra. Linda McGarvey), en 50 Railroad Avenue, Babylon, New York 11702 o por correo electrónico con ella: lmcgar vey@babylonufsd.com o por fax al 631-883-7835. El votante militar puede indicar su preferencia para recibir la solicitud de registro por correo, fax o correo electrónico. La solicitud de boletas militares debe entregarse a más tardar a las 5:00 P.M. del vigésimo sexto (26) día antes de la elección, que es el 14 de abril de 2026. El registro de votantes será preparado y archivado en la oficina de la secretaria del distrito escolar, e incluirá los nombres de todos los votantes militares que presenten un registro de votantes militares válido. Un votante militar es un votante del estado de Nueva York que está presentemente en servicio militar y, por lo tanto, estará ausente del Distrito en el que está calificado para votar el día de registro o elección o es dado de baja del servicio militar dentro de los 30 días posteriores a una elección. Un votante militar también es un cónyuge, padre, hijo o dependiente del votante militar, que está con dicho militar y es un votante calificado del estado de Nueva York y reside en el mis-

mo distrito escolar que el votante militar, o es un personal militar que reside en una base militar dentro de un distrito escolar en el estado de Nueva York por un período de 30 días inmediatamente antes de dicho voto. POR LA PRESENTE SE DA AVISO ADICIONAL de que los votantes militares que son votantes calificados del distrito escolar pueden solicitar una boleta militar. Pueden solicitar una solicitud de boleta militar a la oficina de la secretaria del distrito escolar, y deberán ser entregados ya sea en persona o por correo a la oficina de la secretaria del distrito escolar (Sra. Linda McGarvey) en 50 Railroad Avenue, Babylon, New York 11702, a más tardar a las 5:00 P.M. del vigésimo sexto (26) día antes de la elección. Un votante militar puede indicar su preferencia por recibir la solicitud de boleta militar por correo, por fax o correo electrónico. Las boletas militares deben ser recibidas por la secretaria del distrito escolar: 1) antes del cierre de las urnas el 14 de abril de 2026 y mostrando una marca de cancelación del servicio postal de los EE.UU., o del servicio postal de un país extranjero, o mostrando un endoso fechado de recibo de otra agencia de gobierno de los EE.UU. o 2) antes de las 5:00 P.M. en la fecha fijada para la elección y firmado y fechado por el votante militar y un testigo del mismo, con una fecha que no se compruebe que será posterior al día anterior a la elección. Independientemente del modo de transmisión preferido, la solicitud de la boleta militar y la boleta militar en sí, deben ser entregados por correo o en perso-

na. Una lista de todas las personas a las que se les hayan emitido boletas militares estará disponible para la inspección de todos los votantes cualificados del Distrito en la oficina de la secretaria del distrito escolar durante el horario regular de oficina hasta el día de la votación. TENGA EN CUENTA que la votación de todas las propuestas y la elección de candidatos el martes 14 de abril de 2026 se llevará a cabo mediante boleta de papel. Quedando expresamente entendido que la intención de la Biblioteca es cumplir con cualquier legislación derivada de la actual pandemia de coronavirus. Por lo tanto, todas las referencias al momento, el lugar y la forma de las audiencias, el registro y la votación y elección del presupuesto están sujetas a modificaciones en función a la legislación aplicable o la dirección de una entidad con jurisdicción gubernamental sobre la Biblioteca. REQUISITOS PARA VOTAR EN CUALQUIER REUNIÓN DEL DISTRITO ESCOLAR Una persona debe: •Ser ciudadano de los Estados Unidos •Tener dieciocho o más años de edad •Ser residente del Distrito por un período de treinta días o más inmediatamente anterior a la Elección en la que se ofrece a votar •Estar registrado para votar en las elecciones del condado de Suffolk o del distrito escolar de Babylon FECHADO:20 de enero de 2026 Babylon, Nueva York Por orden de la Junta Directiva de la Biblioteca Pública de Babylon, Distrito Escolar de Babylon, Pueblo de Babylon, Condado de Suffolk, Nueva York 26-101 2/26, 3/5, 12, 19

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Public Notices vote, at which time any person will be entitled to have his/her name placed on such register, provided that at the meeting of the Board of Registration he or she is known, or proven to the satisfaction of the Board of Registration to be then or thereafter entitled to vote at such Special District Meeting for which the register is prepared. The register so prepared pursuant to Section 2014 of the Education Law of the State of New York and the registration list prepared by the Board of Elections will be filed in the Office of the Director of the Library and will be open for the inspection by any qualified voter of the District between the hours of 9:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. on each of the five (5) days prior to the election/vote except Sunday. FURTHER NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN, that petitions nominating candidates for the office of Trustee of the Deer Park Library shall be filed in the Office of the Director of the Library, at the Library, 44 Lake Avenue, Deer Park, not later than 5:00 pm Monday, March 16, 2026 which petition shall be filed between the hours of 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. prevailing time Monday to Friday. Each petition must be directed to the Library Director, must be signed by at least twenty-five (25) qualified voters of the Library district and must state the residence of each signer and the name and residence of the candidate. Vacancies on the Board of Trustees are not considered separate, specific offices; candidates run at large. Nominating petitions shall not describe any specific vacancy upon the Board for which the candidate is nominated. AND FURTHER NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN, that military voters who are not currently registered may apply to register as a qualified voter of the district. An application for registration as a military voter can be requested in person from the Library Director at his office at the Library, Monday – Friday between the hours of 9:00 am and 5:00 pm or in writing to Deer Park Public Library 44 Lake Avenue, Deer Park, NY 11729, or by email to directorsoffice@ deerparklibrary.org. The application for registration must be received in the office of the Library Director no later than 5:00 pm on March 20, 2026. In the request for an application for registration, the military voter is permitted to designate his/her preference for receiving the application for registration by mail, facsimile transmission or electronic mail. AND FURTHER NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN, that military voters who are qualified voters of the district may submit an application for a military ballot in person to the Library Director at his office at the Library, Monday – Friday between the hours of 9:00 am and 5:00 pm or in writing to Deer Park Public Library 44 Lake Avenue, Deer Park, NY 11729, or by email to directorsoffice@deerparklibrary. org. in order to receive a military ballot, the military ballot application must be received no later than 5:00 pm on March 20, 2026. In the request for an application for a military ballot, the military voter is permitted to designate his/her preference for receiving the application for a military ballot,

and the military ballot, by mail, facsimile transmission or electronic mail. All original qualified military voters’ ballot applications and military ballots must be returned by mail or in person. Ballots for military voters shall be distributed to qualified military voters no later than March 20, 2026. Military ballots must be received by the Library Director (1) before the close of the polls, on Tuesday, April 14, 2026, and must show a cancellation mark of the United States postal service or a foreign country’s postal service, or must show a dated endorsement of receipt by another agency of the United States Government; or (2) not later than 5:00 pm on the day of the election and be signed and dated by the military voter and one witness, with a date ascertained to be not later than the day before the election. A list of all persons to whom military ballots shall have been issued will be available in the Office of the Library Director between the hours of 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. on each of the five (5) days prior to the election, vote, except Sunday. FURTHER NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN, pursuant to the provisions of Section 2018a and Section 2018-e of the Education Law, absentee ballots and/or early mail voter ballots for the election of Trustee of the Library, and adoption of the annual budget, may be applied for at the Office of the Director of the Library, 44 Lake Avenue, Deer Park, New York, during the hours of 10 a.m. through 4 p.m., prevailing time, Monday through Friday. Completed applications must be received by the Library Director no earlier than March 14, 2026, and by April 7, 2026, if the ballot is to be mailed to the voter. If the ballot is to be delivered personally to the voter at the office of the Library Director, the completed application must be received by the Library Director no later than 5:00 p.m. on Monday, April 13, 2026. No absentee or early mail voter’s ballot shall be canvassed unless it shall have been received in the office of the Library Director not later than 5:00 p.m. on the day of the vote/election. A list of all persons to whom absentee and early mail ballots shall have been issued will be available in the Office of the Library Director between the hours of 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. on each of the five (5) days prior to the election, vote, except Sunday. Dated: Deer Park, New York BY ORDER OF THE BOARD OF February 18, 2026 THE BOARD OF TRUSTEES OF THE DEER PARK PUBLIC LIBRARY 26-124. 3/5, 12, 19, 26 Notice is hereby given that a license, Application ID: NA-0370-26104632 for liquor, beer, wine, and cider has been applied for by the undersigned to sell liquor, beer, wine, and cider at

retail in a Bar/Tavern under the Alcoholic Beverage Control Law at 608 Sunrise H i g h w a y, We s t Babylon, NY 11704, County of Suffolk, for on pre m i s e s consumption at Forcor Inc. 26-147 3/12, 19

NOTICE TO BIDDERS Pursuant to Resolution adopted by the Village Board: SEALED BIDS will be received by Clerk of the Village of Babylon at 153 West Main Street, Babylon, New York, 11702 on Thursday, March 26, 2026, at 9:30 a.m. at which time they will be publicly opened and read, and the Contract awarded as soon thereafter as practicable for the: VILLAGE OF BABYLON MUNICIPAL POOL RESURFACING – PHASE III This project includes the reconstruction of the existing marble dust pool surface, repair of expansion joints and installation of swim lane and tile patterns on the Village pool located at the southerly end of Fire Island Avenue. Drawings and specifications may be examined and obtained at the Village Hall, between the hours of 9:00 AM and 4:00 PM daily except Saturdays, Sundays, and Holidays on and after Thursday, March 12, 2026.

A non-refundable deposit of $50.00 is required for each set of contract documents. Checks are to be made payable to the Village of Babylon. Each proposal must be accompanied by a Certified Check made payable to the Village of Babylon in the amount of five hundred dollars ($500.00) for bid security. Bid proposals should be made in sealed envelopes clearly marked “Municipal Pool Resurfacing – Phase III”. Said bids will be opened and read aloud at the above stated time. The Village of Babylon encourages minority and women owned businesses to participate in all bids. The Village of Babylon reserves the right to waive any informalities in Bidding and to reject all bids or to accept any Bid, which in the opinion of the Board, will be in the best interest of the Village. By Order of the Board of Trustees Village of Babylon 26-146. 3/12, 19

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BABYLON HERALD BEACON — March 12, 2026

NOTICE OF SPECIAL DISTRICT MEETING OF THE DEER PARK PUBLIC LIBRARY TOWN OF BABYLON, SUFFOLK COUNTY, NEW YORK NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN, that a Special District Meeting of the qualified voters of the Deer Park Union Free School District, Town of Babylon, Suffolk County, New York, will be held at the Deer Park Public Library, 44 Lake Avenue, Deer Park, New York on Tuesday, April 14, 2026 at 10:00 a.m., prevailing time, for the purpose of voting by paper ballot upon the following items: • To adopt the Annual Budget of the Deer Park Library for the fiscal year 2026/2027 and to authorize that the requisite portion thereof be raised by taxation on the taxable property of the Deer Park Union Free School District. • To elect one (1) member of the Board of Trustees, whereby one (1) member will serve a term commencing on July 1, 2026 and expiring on June 30, 2031. FURTHER NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN, that for the purpose of voting at such a meeting on Tuesday, April 14, 2026 the polls will be open between the hours of 10 a.m. and 8 p.m., prevailing time, and voting will be held in the Deer Park Public Library, 44 Lake Avenue, Deer Park, New York, and FURTHER NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN, that a public information meeting will be held in the Deer Park Public Library, 44 Lake Avenue, Deer Park, New York on April 1, 2026 at 7:00 PM prevailing time to discuss the amount of money which will be required for the ensuing year for the Deer Park Public Library’s purposes; and FURTHER NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN, that a copy of a statement of the amount of money which will be required for the ensuing year for the Deer Park Library’s purposes exclusive of public monies, may be obtained by any resident of the District during the fourteen (14) days immediately preceding said meeting except Saturdays, Sundays and holidays from the Library located at 44 Lake Avenue, Deer Park ,New York during the operating hours of the Library; and FURTHER NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN, that personal registration of voters is required pursuant to Section 2014 of the Education Law or pursuant to Article 5 of the Education Law. If a voter has heretofore registered pursuant to Section 2014 of the Education Law and has voted at any Annual or Special District meeting within the past four (4) years, such voter is eligible to vote at this election; if a voter is eligible and registered to vote pursuant to Article 5 of the Election Law, such voter is also eligible to vote at this election. All other persons that wish to vote must register. The Board of Registration will meet for the purpose of registering all qualified voters of the District pursuant to Section 2014 of the Education Law on Saturday, March 31, 2026 between the hours of 4 p.m.. and 8 p.m. prevailing time at the Deer Park Public Library, 44 Lake Avenue, Deer Park, New York to add any additional names to the register to be used at the aforesaid election/

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AVISO DE REUNIÓN ESPECIAL DE DISTRITO DE LA DEER PARKBIBLIOTECA PÚBLICA C I U DA D DE BA B Y LON , SU F F OL K COUNTY, NEW YORK POR LA PRESENTE SE NOTIFICA que se llevará a cabo una Reunión Distrital Especial de los votantes calificados del Distrito Escolar Libre de Deer Park Union, Ciudad de Babylon, Condado de Suffolk, Nueva York, en la Biblioteca Pública de Deer Park, 44 Lake Avenue, Deer Park, Nueva York, el martes 14 de abril de 2026 a las 10:00 a. m., hora vigente, con el propósito de votar mediante boleta de papel sobre los siguientes temas: • Adoptar el Presupuesto Anual de la Biblioteca de Deer Park para el año fiscal 2026/2027 y autorizar que la parte requerida del mismo se recaude mediante impuestos sobre la propiedad imponible del Distrito Escolar Libre de Deer Park Union. • Elegir un (1) miembro del Consejo de Administración, de los cuales un (1) cumplirá un mandato que comenzará el 1 de julio de 2026 y finalizará el 30 de junio de 2031. SE NOTIFICA ADEMÁS POR LA PRESENTE que, para votar en dicha reunión el martes 14 de abril de 2026 , las urnas estarán abiertas entre las 10 a. m. y las 8 p. m., hora vigente, y la votación se llevará a cabo en la Biblioteca Pública de Deer Park, 44 Lake Avenue, Deer Park, Nueva York, y SE NOTIFICA ADICIONALMENTE que se llevará a cabo una reunión de información pública en la Biblioteca Pública de Deer Park, 44 Lake Avenue, Deer Park, Nueva York, el 1 de abril de 2026 a las 7:00 p. m., hora vigente, para discutir la cantidad de dinero que se requerirá para el año siguiente para los fines de la Biblioteca Pública de Deer Park; y SE NOTIFICA ADICIONALMENTE QUE cualquier residente del Distrito, durante los catorce (14) días inmediatamente anteriores a dicha reunión, excepto sábados, domingos y feriados, podrá obtener una copia de una declaración del monto de dinero que se requerirá para el año siguiente para los fines de la Biblioteca de Deer Park, excluyendo los dineros públicos, en la Biblioteca ubicada en 44 Lake Avenue, Deer Park, Nueva York, durante el horario de atención de la Biblioteca; y SE NOTIFICA ADICIONALMENTE que el registro personal de votantes es obligatorio de conformidad con la Sección 2014 de la Ley de Educación o con el Artículo 5 de dicha Ley. Si un votante se ha registrado previamente de conformidad con la Sección 2014 de la Ley de Educación y ha votado en cualquier reunión anual o extraordinaria de distrito en los últimos cuatro (4) años, podrá votar en estas elecciones; si es elegible y está registrado para votar de conformidad con el Artículo 5 de la Ley Electoral, también podrá votar en estas elecciones. Todas las demás personas que deseen votar deben registrarse. La Junta de Registro se reunirá con el propósito de registrar a todos los votantes calificados del Distrito de conformidad con la Sección 2014 de la Ley de Educación el

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sábado 31 de marzo de 2026 entre las 4 p. m. y las 8 p. m., hora vigente, en la Biblioteca Pública de Deer Park, 44 Lake Avenue, Deer Park, Nueva York, para agregar cualquier nombre adicional al registro que se utilizará en la elección/votación antes mencionada, momento en el cual cualquier persona tendrá derecho a que su nombre se coloque en dicho registro, siempre que en la reunión de la Junta de Registro se sepa o se demuestre a satisfacción de la Junta de Registro que en ese momento o en lo sucesivo tiene derecho a votar en dicha Reunión Distrital Especial para la cual se prepara el registro. El registro preparado de conformidad con la Sección 2014 de la Ley de Educación del Estado de Nueva York y la lista de registro preparada por la Junta Electoral se archivarán en la Oficina del Director de la Biblioteca y estarán abiertos para la inspección de cualquier votante calificado del Distrito entre las 9:30 a. m. y las 4:30 p. m. de cada uno de los cinco (5) días anteriores a la elección/votación, excepto el domingo. SE NOTIFICA ADICIONALMENTE QUE las peticiones de nominación de candidatos para el cargo de Fideicomisario de la Biblioteca de Deer Park deberán presentarse en la Oficina del Director de la Biblioteca, ubicada en 44 Lake Avenue, Deer Park, a más tardar a las 5:00 p. m. del lunes 16 de marzo de 2026. Dicha petición deberá presentarse entre las 9:00 a. m. y las 5:00 p. m., hora vigente, de lunes a viernes. Cada petición debe dirigirse al Director de la Biblioteca, debe estar firmada por al menos veinticinco (25) votantes calificados del distrito de la Biblioteca y debe indicar la residencia de cada firmante, así como el nombre y la residencia del candidato. Las vacantes en la Junta de Fideicomisarios no se consideran cargos separados y específicos; los candidatos se postulan en general. Las peticiones de nominación no deben describir ninguna vacante específica en la Junta para la cual se nomina al candidato. Y, ADEMÁS, SE NOTIFICA que los votantes militares que no estén actualmente registrados pueden solicitar su registro como votantes cualificados del distrito. La solicitud de registro como votante militar puede solicitarse personalmente al Director de la Biblioteca, en su oficina, de lunes a viernes, de 9:00 a. m. a 5:00 p. m., o por escrito a la Biblioteca Pública de Deer Park, 44 Lake Avenue, Deer Park, NY 11729, o por correo electrónico a directorsoffice@ deerparklibrary.org. La solicitud de registro debe recibirse en la oficina del Director de la Biblioteca a más tardar a las 5:00 p. m. del 20 de marzo de 2026. En la solicitud de registro, el votante militar puede indicar su preferencia de recibirla por correo postal, fax o correo electrónico. Y ADEMÁS, POR LA PRESENTE SE NOTIFICA que los votantes militares que sean votantes calificados del distrito pueden presentar una solicitud para una boleta militar en persona al Director de la Biblioteca en su oficina, de lunes a viernes entre las 9:00 a. m. y las 5:00 p. m., o por escrito a la Biblioteca Pública de Deer Park, 44 Lake Avenue, Deer Park, NY 11729, o por correo electrónico

a directorsoffice@deerparklibrary.org. Para recibir una boleta militar, la solicitud de boleta militar debe recibirse a más tardar a las 5:00 p. m. del 20 de marzo de 2026. En la solicitud de una boleta militar, el votante militar puede designar su preferencia para recibir la solicitud de boleta militar, y la boleta militar, por correo postal, fax o correo electrónico. Todas las solicitudes de boleta de votantes militares calificados originales y las boletas militares deben devolverse por correo postal o en persona. Las papeletas para votantes militares se distribuirán a los votantes militares calificados a más tardar el 20 de marzo de 2026. Las papeletas militares deben ser recibidas por el Director de la Biblioteca (1) antes del cierre de las urnas, el martes 14 de abril de 2026, y deben mostrar una marca de cancelación del servicio postal de los Estados Unidos o del servicio postal de un país extranjero, o deben mostrar un endoso fechado de recibo por otra agencia del Gobierno de los Estados Unidos; o (2) a más tardar a las 5:00 p.m. del día de la elección y estar firmadas y fechadas por el votante militar y un testigo, con una fecha que se verifique que no sea posterior al día anterior a la elección. Una lista de todas las personas a quienes se les habrán emitido papeletas militares estará disponible en la Oficina del Director de la Biblioteca entre las 9 a.m. y las 5 p.m. cada uno de los cinco (5) días previos a la elección, excepto el domingo. SE NOTIFICA ADICIONALMENTE que, de conformidad con las disposiciones de los Artículos 2018-a y 2018-e de la Ley de Educación, las papeletas de voto en ausencia y/o de voto por correo anticipado para la elección del Fideicomisario de la Biblioteca y la aprobación del presupuesto anual pueden solicitarse en la Oficina del Director de la Biblioteca, 44 Lake Avenue, Deer Park, Nueva York, de lunes a viernes de 10:00 a. m. a 4:00 p. m., hora vigente. Las solicitudes completas deben ser recibidas por el Director de la Biblioteca no antes del 14 de marzo de 2026, y antes del 7 de abril de 2026, si la papeleta se envía por correo. Si la papeleta se entrega personalmente al votante en la oficina del Director de la Biblioteca, la solicitud completa deberá ser recibida por el Director de la Biblioteca a más tardar a las 17:00 h del lunes 13 de abril de 2026. No se escrutará ninguna papeleta de votante en ausencia o por correo anticipado a menos que se haya recibido en la oficina del Director de la Biblioteca a más tardar a las 17:00 h del día de la votación/ elección. La lista de todas las personas a quienes se les hayan emitido papeletas de voto en ausencia o por correo anticipado estará disponible en la Oficina del Director de la Biblioteca entre las 9:00 h y las 17:00 h de cada uno de los cinco (5) días previos a la elección, excepto los domingos. Fecha : Deer Park, Nueva York POR ORDEN DE LA JUNTA DE 18 de febrero de 2026 LA JUNTA DIRECTIVA DE LA BIBLIOTECA PÚBLICA DE DEER PARK 26-125. 3/5, 12, 19, 26

Notice is hereby given that a license, Application ID: NA-0340-26104674 for liquor, beer, wine, and cider has been applied for by the undersigned t o s e l l l i q u o r, b e e r, w i n e , a n d cider at retail in a Restaurant under the Alcoholic Beverage Control Law at 306 Union Blvd, West Islip, NY 11795, County of Suffolk, for on pre m is e s consumption at Prospect on Union Inc. 26-148. 3/12, 19

Notice is hereby given that a license, Application ID: NA-0340-26104079 for liquor, beer, wine, and cider has been applied for by the undersigned to sell liquor, beer, wine, and cider at retail in a Bar/ Tavern under the Alcoholic Beverage C ont ro l L aw at 6 9 0 Q u e e n s St , Pavilion, Greenport, NY 11944, County of Suffolk, for on premises consumption at HNF F&B LLC. 26-150. 3/12, 19

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within four years prior to the preparation of the register or who are registered to vote at any general election pursuant to Section 5-210 of the Election Law of the State of New York. Such register will be filed in the Office of the Director of the West Babylon Public Library immediately after completion and will be open for inspection by any qualified voter of the District at the Office of the Library Director from 10:00 A.M. to 4:00 P.M. on each of the five (5) days prior to the meeting or election for which it was prepared, except Sunday or holidays. Only qualified voters who are duly registered will be permitted to vote. The Office of the Library Director is located at 211 Route 109, West Babylon, New York in said District. FURTHER NOTICE IS GIVEN, that any qualified voters who wish to register to vote may visit the office of the School’s District Clerk, 10 Farmingdale Road, West Babylon, NY or any school building main office during their regular business hours to register. Those wishing to register to vote must be a United States Citizen, at least 18 years old, cannot be in prison or on parole for a felony conviction and cannot claim the right to vote elsewhere. In addition, those wishing to vote must be a resident of the District for at least 30 days prior to the vote. FURTHER NOTICE IS GIVEN, that in accordance with Education Law Section 2018-a and Section 2018-f, application for absentee ballots or early mail voter ballots for the Special District Meeting and Election may be applied for at the office

Public Notices of the Director of the West Babylon Public Library. Such application must be received no earlier than March 16, 2026, and at least seven (7) days before the election if the ballot is to be mailed to the voter or the day before the election if the ballot is to be delivered personally to the voter. The Board of Registration shall make a list of all persons to whom absentee voter ballots and early mail voter ballots have been issued and have it available during regular office hours commencing twentyone days preceding the Special District meeting and until the day of election. Such list will be posted at the polling place during the election. No absentee voter ballot or early mail voter ballot shall be canvassed unless it is received not later than 5:00 P.M. on the day of the Election. FURTHER NOTICE IS GIVEN, that military voters who are not currently registered may apply to register as a qualified voter of the School District by requesting and returning a registration application to the School’s District Clerk in person, or by email to bburrows@ wbschools.org or fax sent to (631)-3767008. The request for the registration application may include the military voter’s preference for receipt of the registration application by either mail, fax or email. Military voter registration application forms must be received in the office of the School’s District Clerk, 10 Farmingdale Road, West Babylon, NY, no later than 5:00 p.m. on March 19, 2026. FURTHER NOTICE IS GIVEN, that military voters who are qualified voters of the School District, may

request an application for a military ballot from the Library Director in person, or by email to nevans@ wbpl.us or fax sent to (631)-669-6539. In order for a military voter to be issued a military ballot, a valid military ballot application must be received in the office of the Library Director no later than 5:00 p.m., on March 19, 2026. Military ballot applications received in accordance with the foregoing will be processed in the same manner as a non-military ballot application under Section 2018-a of the Education Law. The application for military ballot may include the military voter’s preference for receipt of the military ballot by mail, fax, or email. A military voter’s original military ballot application and military ballot must be returned by mail or in person to the office of the Library Director at 211 Route 109, West Babylon, New York in said District. AND FURTHER NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN, that military ballots shall be canvassed if they are received by the Library Director before the close of polls on April 14, 2026 showing a cancellation mark of the United States Postal Service or a foreign country’s postal service, or showing a dated endorsement of receipt by another agency of the United States Government; or received not later than 5:00 p.m. on April 14, 2026 and signed and dated by the military voter and one witness thereto, with a date which is ascertained to be not later than the day before the election. NOTICE IS FURTHER GIVEN that a statement of estimated Library expenses (Budget) and

tax appropriation (“tax levy”) for the fiscal year 2026/2027 will be available at the West Babylon Public Library, 211 Route 109, West Babylon, New York, daily, except Sundays and holidays, between 10:00 A.M. and 4:00 P.M., during each of the fourteen (14) days preceding the Special District Meeting. Dated: January 26, 2026 BY ORDER OF THE BOARD OF TRUSTEES, WEST BABYLON PUBLIC LIBRARY, RACHEL SCELFO, PRESIDENT 26-104. 2/26, 3/5, 12, 19 SUPREME COURT OF THE STATE OF NEW YORK COUNTY OF SUFFOLK BETHPAGE FEDERAL CREDIT UNION, -againstCHRISTOPHER C. BRIGHT, 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 16, 2022, wherein BETHPAGE FEDERAL CREDIT UNION is the Plaintiff and CHRISTOPHER C. BRIGHT, 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 L I N DE N H U R ST, NY 11757, on March 27, 2026 at 3:00PM, premises known as 10 HAYES ROAD, AMITY HARBOR, NY 11701; and the following tax map identification: 0100182.00-01.00-125.000. 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, COUNT Y OF SUFFOLK AND STATE OF NEW YORK Premises will be sold subject to provisions of filed Judgment Index No.: 617138/2017. Robert P. Valletti, 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 W I T H C O U RT / CLERK DIRECTIVES. 26-107. 2/26, 3/5, 12, 19 NOTICE OF SALE SUPREME COURT COUNTY OF SUFFOLK Deutsche Bank National Trust Company as Trustee for the Holders of New Century Home Equity Loan Trust, Series 2005-A, Asset Backed Pass-Through Certificates, Plaintiff AGAINST Mark Guerreri; Denise Guerreri; et al., Defendant(s) Pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale duly entered February 25, 2020, and Amended November 27, 2023, and Amended October 2, 2024, I, the undersigned Referee, will sell at public auction at the Babylon Town Hall, 200 East Sunrise Highway, Lindenhurst, NY 11757 April 1,2026, at 3:00PM, premises

known as 41 Lenox Street, Lindenhurst, NY 11757. All that certain plot piece or parcel of land, with the buildings and improvements erected, situate, lying and being in Lindenhurst, Town of Babylon, County of Suffolk, State of NY, District 0103 Section 002.00 Block 03.00 Lot 086.002. Approximate amount of judgment $374,847.57 plus interest and costs. Premises will be sold subject to provisions of filed Judgment Index# 610008/2017. Scott Lockwood, 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: January 28, 2026 For sale information, please visit www.Auction.com or call (800) 280-2832 26-106. 2/26, 3/5, 12, 19

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BABYLON HERALD BEACON — March 12, 2026

WEST BABYLON PUBLIC LIBRARY 211 Route 109 West Babylon, NY 11704 • (631) 669-5445 • Fax: (631) 669-6539 • www. wbpl.us Nancy Evans, Director LEGAL NOTICE NOTICE OF SPECIAL MEETING OF WEST BABYLON PUBLIC LIBRARY NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that a Special District Meeting of the qualified voters of West Babylon Union Free School District will be held on Tuesday, April 14, 2026, between the hours of 1:00 P.M. and 9:00 P.M. at the West Babylon Public Library, 211 Route 109, West Babylon, New York, the designated polling place, for the following purposes: 1. To consider and vote upon the Library Annual Budget and tax appropriation (“tax levy”) for the fiscal year 2026/2027, for the following proposition: That the Library Annual Budget as proposed by the Board of Trustees of the West Babylon Public Library for the fiscal year 2026/2027 be approved, with the requisite portion thereof to be raised by a tax appropriation (“tax levy”) in the amount of $4,154,630. 2. To elect one Library Trustee for a term of five years, commencing July 1, 2026. A petition shall be required to nominate such candidates to the office of Library Trustee. Each petition shall be directed to the West Babylon Public Library, shall be signed by at least twenty-five (25) qualified voters of the District, shall state the residence of each signer and shall state the name and residence of the candidate. In the event that any such nominee shall withdraw his/her candidacy prior to the

election, such person shall not be considered a candidate unless a new petition nominating such person in the same manner and with the same limitations applicable to other candidates is filed with the West Babylon Public Library. Each petition shall be filed between the hours of 10:00 A.M. and 4:00 P.M., but not later than Monday, March 16, 2026, at 5 pm. Petition forms may be obtained from and signed petitions returned to, the office of the Director of the West Babylon Public Library. No person shall be nominated by petition for more than one separate office. NOTICE IS FURTHER GIVEN that the Special District Election and Budget Vote shall be conducted by voting on the propositions by paper ballot on Tuesday, the 14th day of April 2026, between the hours of 1:00 P.M. and 9:00 P.M., at the West Babylon Public Library, 211 Route 109, West Babylon, New York, which has been designated as the polling place for the Special District Meeting. NOTICE IS FURTHER GIVEN that a public hearing for the purpose of discussion of the said expenditure of funds and the budget thereof will be held on Monday, March 30, 2026, at 6 P.M. A register of the qualified voters of the School District for said Special District Meeting and Election, to be prepared for the Special District Meeting and Election to be held on Tuesday, April 14, 2026, shall include all persons who have previously registered for any annual or special meeting or election held or conducted at any time

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BIBLIOTECA PÚBLICA DE WEST BABYLON 211 Route 109 West Babylon, NY 11704 • (631) 669-5445 • Fax: (631) 669-6539 • www. wbpl.us Nancy Evans, directora AVISO LEGAL AVISO DE ASAMBLEA EXTRAORDINARIA DE LA BIBLIOTECA PÚBLICA DE WEST BABYLON POR LA PRESENTE SE NOTIFICA que se llevará a cabo una Asamblea de distrito extraordinaria de los votantes calificados del Distrito escolar de West Babylon Union Free el martes, 14 de abril de 2026, entre la 1:00 p. m. y las 9:00 p. m. en la Biblioteca Pública de West Babylon, ubicada en 211 Route 109, West Babylon, Nueva York (el centro electoral designado) para los siguientes fines: 1. Para considerar y votar sobre el presupuesto anual de la biblioteca y la asignación tributaria (“gravamen fiscal”) para el ejercicio fiscal 2026/2027, para la siguiente propuesta: Que el presupuesto anual de la biblioteca según lo propuesto por el Consejo de Administración de la Biblioteca Pública de West Babylon para el ejercicio fiscal de 2026/2027 sea aprobado, y la porción requerida de dicho presupuesto que se debe recaudar a través de una asignación tributaria (“gravamen fiscal”) sea la suma de $4,154,630. 2. Para elegir un Administrador de la biblioteca por un plazo de cinco años, a partir del 1.º de julio 2026. Se requerirá una petición para nominar a dichos candidatos al cargo de Administrador de la biblioteca. Cada petición estará dirigida a la Biblioteca Pública de West Babylon, será firmada por al menos vein-

ticinco (25) votantes calificados del Distrito, indicará la residencia de cada firmante y el nombre y residencia del candidato. En caso de que cualquiera de estos candidatos retirase su candidatura antes de las elecciones, dicha persona no será considerada como candidato, a menos que se presente ante la Biblioteca Pública de West Babylon una nueva petición en la que se nomine a dicha persona de la misma forma y con las mismas limitaciones aplicables a otros candidatos. Cada petición deberá presentarse entre las 10:00 a. m. y las 4:00 p. m., pero a más tardar el lunes, 16 de marzo de 2026 a las 5:00 p. m. Los formularios de petición se pueden obtener en la oficina de la Directora de la Biblioteca Pública de West Babylon y las peticiones firmadas deberán ser enviadas a dicha oficina. Ninguna persona será nominada mediante petición para más de un cargo diferente. TAMBIÉN SE NOTIFICA que las Elecciones de distrito extraordinarias y el Voto del presupuesto se llevarán a cabo mediante votación de propuestas a través de boletas el martes, 14 de abril de 2026, entre la 1:00 p. m. y las 9:00 p. m., en la Biblioteca Pública de West Babylon, ubicada en 211 Route 109, West Babylon, Nueva York, centro electoral designado para la Asamblea de distrito extraordinaria. ASIMISMO, SE NOTIFICA que se llevará a cabo una audiencia pública para debatir sobre el gasto de los fondos y su presupuesto el lunes, 30 de marzo de 2026 a las 6:00 p. m. El registro de votantes calificados del distrito escolar para dichas

Elecciones y Asamblea de distrito extraordinaria, que se preparará para las Elecciones y Asamblea de distrito extraordinaria que se llevarán a cabo el martes, 14 de abril de 2026, incluirá a todas las personas que se hayan registrado previamente para cualquier elección o asamblea ordinaria o extraordinaria llevada a cabo o realizada en cualquier momento durante los cuatro años previos a la preparación del registro o que estén registradas para votar en cualquier elección general conforme al artículo 5-210 de la Ley Electoral del Estado de Nueva York. Se presentará dicho registro ante la oficina de la Directora de la Biblioteca Pública de West Babylon inmediatamente después de su finalización y se abrirá para la inspección por parte de cualquier votante calificado del Distrito en la oficina de la Directora de la biblioteca de 10:00 a. m. a 4:00 p. m. todos los días durante los cinco (5) días previos a la asamblea o a las elecciones para las que se preparó, excepto los domingos o feriados. Solo podrán votar los votantes calificados que estén debidamente registrados. La oficina de la Directora de la biblioteca está ubicada en 211 Route 109, West Babylon, Nueva York, en dicho distrito. TAMBIÉN SE NOTIFICA que cualquier votante calificado que desee registrarse para votar puede concurrir a la oficina del Secretario del distrito escolar, ubicada en 10 Farmingdale Road, West Babylon, NY, o a la oficina principal de cualquier escuela durante su horario de atención habitual para registrarse. Aquellas personas que deseen

registrarse para votar deben ser ciudadanos de los Estados Unidos, tener al menos 18 años, no pueden estar en prisión o en libertad condicional por la condena de un delito grave y no pueden reivindicar el derecho de voto en otro lugar. Además, aquellas personas que deseen votar deben ser residentes del Distrito durante al menos 30 días antes de emitir su voto. ADEMÁS, SE NOTIFICA que, de acuerdo con la sección 2018-a y 2018f de la Ley de Educación, la solicitud de votos en ausencia o las boletas para votos anticipados por correo para las Elecciones y Asamblea de distrito extraordinarias se puede pedir en la oficina de la Directora de la Biblioteca Pública de West Babylon. Dicha solicitud debe ser recibida no antes del 16 de marzo de 2026 y al menos siete (7) días antes de las elecciones si se debe enviar la boleta por correo postal al votante o el día antes de las elecciones si se debe enviar la boleta personalmente al votante. La Junta de Inscripción hará un listado de todas las personas a las que se les ha enviado boletas para votos en ausencia y boletas para votos anticipados por correo y estará disponible durante el horario de atención habitual a partir de los veintiún días previos a la Asamblea de distrito extraordinaria y hasta el día de las elecciones. Dicho listado será publicado en el centro electoral durante las elecciones. No se computará ninguna boleta de votante en ausencia o boleta para votos anticipados por correo a menos que se reciba a más tardar a las 5:00 p. m. del día de las Elecciones. TAMBIÉN SE NOTIFICA que los votantes

militares que no estén actualmente registrados pueden solicitar registrarse como votantes calificados del distrito escolar si solicitan y envían una solicitud de inscripción al Secretario del distrito escolar en persona, a través de correo electrónico a bburrows@ wbschools.org o fax al (631) 376-7008. El pedido para la solicitud de inscripción puede incluir la preferencia del votante militar para recibir la solicitud de inscripción a través de correo postal, fax o correo electrónico. Los formularios de solicitud de inscripción de los votantes militares deben recibirse en la oficina del Secretario del distrito escolar, ubicada en 10 Farmingdale Road, West Babylon, NY, a más tardar el 19 de marzo de 2026 a las 5:00 p. m. ASIMISMO, SE NOTIFICA que los votantes militares, que son votantes calificados del distrito escolar, pueden pedir una solicitud de boleta militar a la Directora de la biblioteca en persona, a través de correo electrónico a nevans@ wbpl.us o fax al (631) 669-6539. Para que un votante militar reciba una boleta militar, debe enviarse una solicitud de boleta militar válida a la oficina de la Directora de la biblioteca a más tardar el 19 de marzo de 2026 a las 5:00 p. m. Las solicitudes de boleta militar recibidas de conformidad con lo anterior se procesarán de la misma forma que una solicitud de boleta no militar conforme a la sección 2018-a de la Ley de Educación. La solicitud de boleta militar puede incluir la preferencia del votante militar para recibir la boleta militar a través de correo postal, fax o correo electrónico. Una solicitud de bo-

leta militar original y una boleta militar del votante militar deben enviarse por correo postal o entregarse en persona en la oficina de la Directora de la biblioteca, ubicada en 211 Route 109, West Babylon, Nueva York, en dicho Distrito. ASIMISMO, SE NOTIFICA POR LA PRESENTE que las boletas militares se computarán si la Directora de la biblioteca las recibe antes del cierre de las elecciones el 14 de abril de 2026 y cuentan con un sello postal del Servicio Postal de los Estados Unidos o de un servicio postal de un país extranjero, o tienen un acuse de recibo con fecha de otra agencia del Gobierno de los Estados Unidos; o las recibe a más tardar el 14 de abril de 2026 a las 5:00 p. m. y cuentan con fecha y firma del votante militar y de un testigo, y se verifica que dicha fecha es anterior al día de las elecciones. ADEMÁS SE NOTIFICA que una declaración de gastos estimados de la biblioteca (presupuesto) y asignación tributaria (“gravamen fiscal”) para el ejercicio fiscal 2026/2027 estará disponible en la Biblioteca Pública de West Babylon, ubicada en 211 Route 109, West Babylon, Nueva York, todos los días, excepto los domingos y feriados, entre las 10:00 a. m. y las 4:00 p. m., durante los catorce (14) días previos a la Asamblea de distrito extraordinaria. Fecha: 26 de enero de 2026 POR ORDEN DEL CONSEJO DE ADMINISTRACIÓN, BIBLIOTECA PÚBLICA DE WEST BABYLON, RACHEL SCELFO, PRESIDENTA 26-105. 2/26, 3/5, 12, 19

NOTICE OF PUBLIC AND/OR INFORMATIONAL HEARINGS B Y T H E TOW N 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, March 16, 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 HEARING/SITE PL AN REVIEW/ G A S S TAT I O N / CONVENIENCE STORE/CAR WASH JOB# HPLN-23 (25-22AN); Global Mont e l l o G ro up Corp: SCTM# 100-078-02-016: Zone – E Business: SEQR A- Typ e II Action: Applicant proposes to make site alterations to an existing gasoline service station with a convenience store.: Property is located on the west side of Straight Path, approximately 185’ nor t h of E d is on Av e n u e , We s t B abylon, Suf folk County, Town of Babylon, New York PUBLIC HEARING/ SITE PLAN REVIEW JOB# HPLN-34 (2505AE); NJC Scrap Metal Recycling of Lindenhurst Inc.: SCTM# 0100-215-

02-072.001: Zone – G Industry: SEQRAUnlisted Action, Unc o ord i nate d Review: Applicant proposes to legalize existing buildings and proposed associated site work for a change of use to a scrap metal processing facility.: Property is located on the northwest corner of Bahama Street and Henry Street, Lindenhurst, 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 PRINTING INSTRUCTIONS Babylon B eacon: 03/12/26 26-142. 3.12

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on March 25, 2026 at 6:30pm, in the Library; and NOTICE IS FURTHER GIVEN, that candidates for the office of Trustee of the Board of Trustees shall be nominated by petition. Petitions must be filed in the Office of the Clerk of the Library weekdays between the hours of 9:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m. no later than 5:00pm on Monday, March 9, 2026. Each petition must be signed by at least twenty-five (25) qualified voters of the District and must state the residence of each signer and the name and residence of the candidate; and NOTICE IS FURTHER GIVEN, that the Board of Registration will meet at the Library on March 25, 2026, from 2:00 p.m. until 6:00 p.m. for the purpose of registering qualified voters who seek to vote at the Annual Library Vote and Election. Any person shall be entitled to have his/ her name placed upon such register, provided that at such meeting of the Board of Registration, he/she proves to the satisfaction of the Board of Registration to be then or thereafter entitled to vote. The register shall be filed with the Library Director and shall be open for inspection from 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. on any day (except Saturday or Sunday) beginning March 25, 2026 through April 14, 2026. Residents who voted at an annual or special meeting of the Lindenhurst UFSD or the Library within four (4) years from April 14, 2026, or who registered with the Suffolk County Board of Elections under the provisions of Article 5 of the Election Law, need not re-register; and NOTICE IS FUR-

THER GIVEN, that applications for early mail or absentee ballots may be made at the Lindenhurst Memorial Library during regular business hours of 9:00 am – 5:00 pm, Monday – Friday, beginning Thursday, February 26, 2026. Such applications must be received by the Office of the Clerk of the Library seven (7) days before the day of the vote if the ballot is to be mailed to the voter, or by the day before the day of the vote if the ballot is to be delivered personally to the voter. A list of all persons whom early mail or absentee ballots have been issued will be available in the Office of the Clerk of the Library on each of the five (5) days prior to the day of the vote, except Saturdays, Sundays and holidays. No early mail or absentee voter’s ballot shall be canvassed unless it is received in the Office of the Clerk of the Library by 5:00 pm on the date of the election; and NOTICE IS FURTHER GIVEN, that a qualified voter whose ability to appear personally at the polling place is substantially impaired by reason of permanent illness or physical disability and whose registration record has been marked “permanently disabled” by the Board of Elections shall be entitled to receive an absentee ballot without making separate application for such absentee ballot; and NOTICE IS FURTHER GIVEN, that military voters who are qualified voters of the Lindenhurst Union Free School District may request an application for a military ballot from the Office of the Clerk of the Lindenhurst Memorial Library by mail to

Lindenhurst Memorial Library, One Lee Avenue, Lindenhurst, NY 11757, by email to lkropp@lindenhurstlibrary.org or by fax to 631-957-7114. In such request, the military voter may indicate his/ her preference for receiving the application by mail, fax or email. An application for a military ballot must be returned by mail to the Office of the Clerk of the Library and be received no later than 5:00 p.m. on March 27, 2026. No military ballots will be canvased unless it is received by 5:00 p.m. on April 14, 2026. Dated: Lindenhurst, NY BY ORDER OF THE BOARD OF TRUSTEES JANUARY 21, 2026 OF THE LINDENHURST M E MOR IA L L I BRARY BY:GABRIELLE G IA C O M A Z Z O, BOARD PRESIDENT 26-102 2/26, 3/12, 26, 4/9

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AVISO DE LA ELECCIÓN ANUAL Y DE LA VOTACIÓN DEL PRESUPUESTO DE LA BIBLIOTECA LINDENHURST MEMORIAL LIBRARY 14 de abril de 2026 POR LA PRESENTE SE NOTIFICA QUE, la Elección anual y votación del presupuesto de los votantes calificados del Distrito Escolar Libre de la Unión (UFSD) de Lindenhurst, ciudad de Babylon, condado de Suffolk, Nueva York, se celebrará en la biblioteca Lindenhurst Memorial Library (la “Biblioteca”), ubicada en One Lee Avenue, Lindenhurst, NY, el 14 de abril de 2026, entre las 10:00 a.m. y las 8:00 p.m., hora local, a fin de votar, por los siguientes puntos: • Propuesta para adoptar el Presupuesto Anual de la biblioteca Lindenhurst Memorial Library para el año fiscal 20262027 y para autorizar que el monto que se requiere para esto se recaude por medio de impuestos sobre los bienes gravados del Distrito Escolar Libre de la Unión de Lindenhurst. • Elección de un (1) fideicomisario para el Comité de Fideicomisarios de la biblioteca Lindenhurst Memorial Library con el fin de cubrir el cargo durante cinco (5) años a partir del 1 de julio de 2026 hasta el 30 de junio de 2031. TAMBIÉN SE NOTIFICA que pueden obtenerse copias de un estado de los gastos estimados de la Biblioteca para el año fiscal 2026-2027, a partir del 13 de marzo de 2026, durante el horario habitual de atención administrativa de la Biblioteca y en línea en www.lindenhurstlibrary.org. TAMBIÉN SE NOTIFICA que la Bib-

lioteca organizará una reunión pública de carácter informativo con el fin de discutir el presupuesto propuesto para la Biblioteca para el año 2026-2027 que se llevará a cabo el 25 de marzo de 2026 a las 6:30 p.m., en la Biblioteca. TAMBIÉN SE NOTIFICA que los candidatos para el cargo de fideicomisario para el Comité de Fideicomisarios serán nominados por solicitud. Las solicitudes deben presentarse en la Oficina del Secretario de la Biblioteca de lunes a viernes de 9:00 a.m. a 5:00 p.m., hasta el día lunes 9 de marzo de 2026 a las 5:00 p.m. Cada solicitud debe estar firmada por al menos veinticinco (25) votantes calificados del Distrito y debe indicar la residencia de cada firmante y el nombre y la residencia del candidato. TAMBIÉN SE NOTIFICA que el Comité de Registro se reunirá en la Biblioteca el 25 de marzo de 2026, desde las 2:00 p.m. hasta las 6:00 p.m. con el propósito de registrar a los votantes calificados que deseen votar en la votación y elección anuales de la biblioteca. Toda persona tendrá derecho a que se incluya su nombre en dicho registro, siempre que en dicha reunión del Comité de Registro, demuestre a satisfacción del Comité de Registro que está o estará habilitada para votar. El registro se presentará ante el director de la Biblioteca y estará abierto para revisión todos los días (excepto sábados y domingos), de 9:00 a.m. a 4:00 p.m., a partir del 25 de marzo de 2026 hasta el 14 de abril de 2026. Los residentes que hayan votado en una asamblea anual o extraordinaria del

UFSD de Lindenhurst o de la Biblioteca dentro de los cuatro (4) años anteriores al 14 de abril de 2026 o que se hayan registrado ante el Comité Electoral del Condado de Suffolk según las disposiciones del artículo 5 de la Ley Electoral, no tendrán que registrarse nuevamente. TAMBIÉN SE NOTIFICA que las solicitudes anticipadas para votar por correo o por ausencia pueden realizarse en la Biblioteca Lindenhurst Memorial Library durante el horario habitual de atención administrativa de lunes a viernes, de 9:00 a.m. a 5:00 p.m., a partir del jueves 26 de febrero de 2026. Dichas solicitudes deben recibirse en la Oficina del Secretario de la Biblioteca siete (7) días antes de la votación si la boleta se enviará por correo al votante o el día anterior a la votación si la boleta se entregará personalmente al votante. Una lista de todas las personas a las que se les hayan emitido boletas de voto en ausencia o por correo estará disponible en la Oficina del Secretario de la Biblioteca en cada uno de los cinco (5) días previos a la votación, excepto los sábados, domingos y días festivos. No se escrutará ninguna boleta de voto en ausencia o por correo, a menos que se haya recibido en la Oficina del Secretario de la Biblioteca antes de las 5:00 p.m. del día de la elección. TAMBIÉN SE NOTIFICA que un votante calificado cuya capacidad para presentarse personalmente en el lugar de votación esté sustancialmente impedida por razón de enfermedad permanente o discapacidad física y cuyo registro de inscripción haya sido marcado como “en

situación de discapacidad permanente” por el Comité Electoral tendrá derecho a recibir una boleta de voto en ausencia sin tener que hacer una solicitud por separado para dicha boleta de voto en ausencia. TAMBIÉN SE NOTIFICA que los votantes militares que son votantes calificados del Distrito Escolar Libre de la Unión de Lindenhurst podrán pedir una solicitud de boleta militar a la Oficina del Secretario de la biblioteca Lindenhurst Memorial Library por correo postal a Lindenhurst Memorial Library, One Lee Avenue, Lindenhurst, NY 11757, por correo electrónico a lkropp@ lindenhurstlibrary. org o por fax al 631957-7114. En dicha solicitud, los votantes militares podrán indicar si prefieren que se les envíe la solicitud por correo postal, fax o correo electrónico. La solicitud de boleta militar se deberá devolver por correo postal a la Oficina del Secretario de la Biblioteca y se recibirán no más tarde de las 5:00 p.m. del 27 de marzo de 2026. No se escrutará ninguna boleta militar, a menos que se reciba antes de las 5:00 p. m. del 14 de abril de 2026. Fechado: Lindenhurst, NY POR ORDEN DEL COMITÉ DE FIDEICOMISARIOS 21 DE ENERO DE 2026 DE LA BIBLIOTECA LINDENHURST M E MOR IA L L I BRARY POR:GABRIELLE G IA C O M A Z Z O, PRESIDENTA DEL COMITÉ 26-103. 2/26, 3/12, 26, 4/9

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NOTICE OF ANNUAL ELECTION AND BUDGET VOTE OF THE LINDENHURST MEMORIAL LIBRARY April 14, 2026 NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN, that the Lindenhurst Memorial Library’s Annual Election and Budget Vote of the qualified voters of the Lindenhurst Union Free School District, Town of Babylon, Suffolk County, New York, will be held at the Lindenhurst Memorial Library (the “Library”), One Lee Avenue, Lindenhurst, NY on April 14, 2026, between the hours of 10:00 a.m. and 8:00 p.m. for the purpose of voting, upon the following items: • Proposition to adopt the Annual Budget of the Lindenhurst Memorial Library for the 20262027 fiscal year and to authorize the requisite portion thereof to be raised by taxation on the taxable property of the Lindenhurst Union Free School District; and • Election of one (1) Trustee to the Board of Trustees of the Lindenhurst Memorial Library to fill a five (5) year term commencing July 1, 2026 and ending June 30, 2031; and NOTICE IS FURTHER GIVEN, copies of a statement of the estimated Library expenditures for the fiscal year 2026-27, may be obtained, beginning March 13, 2026, during the hours in which the Library is regularly open for business and online at www.lindenhurstlibrary.org; and NOTICE IS FURTHER GIVEN, that the Library will host a public information meeting for the purposes of discussion of the proposed 202627 Library budget

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NOTICE OF SPECIAL DISTRICT MEETING COPIAGUE MEMORIAL PUBLIC LIBRARY TOWN OF BABYL O N , SU F F O L K C OU N T Y, N EW YORK NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN to the qualified voters of the Copiague Union Free School District, Copiague, Suffolk County, New York, that a Special District Meeting will be held in the Copiague Memorial Public Library, 50 Deauville Boulevard, Copiague, New York on April 14, 2026, for the purpose of voting upon the appropriation of the necessary funds to meet the estimated expenditures of the Copiague Memorial Public Library for the 2026/2027 year, and the election of one (1) trustee of the Copiague Memorial Public Library. The term of said trustee shall be as follows: April 15, 2026 to June 30, 2031. The voting shall be by machine, and the polls will remain open from 10:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m., prevailing time. NOTICE IS FURTHER GIVEN that petitions nominating candidates for the office of Copiague Memorial Public Library Trustee must be filed with the District Clerk’s Office of the Copiague Union Free School District during regular business hours no later than 4:00 p.m. on the 30th day prior to the Special District Meeting. The Petitions shall be directed to the District Clerk; shall be signed by at least twenty five (25) qualified voters of the School District or two (2%) percent of the voters who voted in the previous annual election, whichever is greater; shall state the residence of each signer and shall state

the name and residence of the candidate being nominated for the office of trustee of the Copiague Memorial Public Library including the name of the incumbent and the length of the term of office of the position sought. NOTICE IS FURTHER GIVEN that pursuant to Section 2014 of the Education Law, personal registration of voters is required and no person shall be entitled to vote at said meeting and election whose name does not appear on the register of the said School District, or who does not register as hereinafter provided except as may otherwise be provided by the laws of the State of New York. The register so prepared includes all persons who have presented themselves personally for registration in accordance herewith, and all persons who shall have been registered previously hereunder for an Annual or Special Meeting, and who shall have voted at any Annual Meeting or Election, held or conducted at any time within four (4) years prior to April 14, 2026. NOTICE IS FURTHER GIVEN that the Board of Trustees of the Copiague Memorial Public Library will hold a Special Budget Hearing on April 8, 2026 at the Copiague Memorial Public Library, 50 Deauville Boulevard, Copiague, New York, at 6:00 p.m., prevailing time. NOTICE IS FURTHER GIVEN that voters at the May 19, 1998 Copiague Union Free School District Budget/Trustee Election approved Continuous Voter Registration. Qualified voters may register on a continuous basis for

Copiague Union Free School District and Copiague Memorial Public Library votes/ elections as follows: Registration will be conducted Monday through Friday from 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. during the school year, and from 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. Monday through Thursday during school recesses at the Office of the District Clerk, Central Administration Office, 2650 Great Neck Road, Copiague, NY 11726 except there will be no registration allowed seven [7] days prior to the election. NOTICE IS FURTHER GIVEN that applications for early voting ballots and absentee ballots for the purpose of voting upon the appropriation of the necessary funds to meet the estimated expenditures of the Copiague Memorial Public Library for the 2026/2027 year, and for the election of one (1) Library Trustee may be obtained from the Office of the District Clerk of the Copiague Union Free School District, 2650 Great Neck Rd., Copiague, NY 11726. Such application must be received by the District Clerk at least seven (7) days before the election if the ballot is to be mailed to the voter, or the day before the election if the ballot is to be delivered personally to the voter. No early mail ballot or absentee voter ballot will be canvassed unless it has been received in the office of the District Clerk not later than 5:00 p.m. [prevailing time] on the day of the election. A list of all persons to whom early mail ballots and absentee ballots have been issued will be available in the Office of the District Clerk on each of the five (5) days prior to the day

set for the Budget Vote and Election of a Library Trustee, except Saturdays and Sundays. NOTICE IS FURTHER GIVEN that military voters who are qualified voters of the Copiague Union Free School District may request an application for a military ballot from the District Clerk by mail to the Office of the District Clerk, Central Administration Office, 2650 Great Neck Road, Copiague, NY 11726, by e-mail at dvanflorcke@copiague.net or by fax at 631-841-4614. In such request, the military voter may indicate his/her preference for receiving the application by mail, fax or e-mail. A military voter must return the original military ballot application by mail to the office of the District Clerk at Central Administration Office, 2650 Great Neck Road, Copiague, NY 11726. This application must be returned by mail or in person to the Office of the School District Clerk, or appropriate official designated by the school district public library, as applicable, not later than 5:00 PM on the twenty-sixth (26th) day before the election for all school districts and school district public libraries, except city school districts with less than 125,000 inhabitants in which case the application must be received not later than 5:00 PM on the fifteenth (15th) day before the election. Military ballot applications received in accordance with the foregoing will be processed in the same manner as a non-military ballot application under Section 2018 of the Education Law. The application for a military ballot should include the military

voter’s preference for receipt of the military ballot by mail, fax or e-mail. AND FURTHER NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN a military voter’s original military ballot must be returned by mail to the Office of the District Clerk, Central Administration Office, 2650 Great Neck Road, Copiague, NY 11726. Military voters must submit a separate military ballot application for each election at which they wish to cast a vote, except any necessary budget revote. Military ballots shall be canvassed if they are received by the office of the District Clerk not later than 5:00 p.m. (prevailing time) on the day of the election, or showing a cancellation mark of the United States Postal Service or a foreign country’s postal service or showing a dated endorsement of receipt by another agency of the United States Government; or received no later than 5:00 p.m. (prevailing time) on the day of the election and signed and dated by the military voter and one witness thereto, with a date which is ascertained to be not later than the day before the election/vote. By order of the Board of Trustees of the Copiague Memorial Public Library, Copiague Union Free School District, Town of Babylon, Suffolk County, New York 26-129. 3/12, 19, 26, 4/2

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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 AS TRUSTEE FOR S A BR 2 0 0 4 - OP 1 MORTGAGE PASSTHROUGH CERTIFICATES, SERIES 2004-OP1, Plaintiff, Against JOANNE ANANIA Defendant(s) Pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale, duly entered 08/19/2022, I, the undersigned Referee, will sell at public auction, at Babylon Town Hall, 200 East Sunrise Highway, Lindenhurst, NY 11757, on 4/10/2026 at 10:00AM, premises known as 48 Walnut Ave, Farmingdale, New York 11735, and described as follows: 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 047.00 Block 01.00 Lot 091.000 The approximate amount of the current Judgment lien is $558,035.02 plus interest and costs. The Premises will be sold subject to provisions of the aforesaid Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale; Index # 23768/2005 HARVEY SAVITT, Esq., Referee. MCCABE, WEISBERG & CONWAY, LLC, 10 Midland Avenue, Suite 205, Port Chester, NY 10573 Dated: 1/30/2026 File Number: 560-1734 CA 26-138. 3/12, 19, 26, 4/2

NOTICE OF SALE SUPREME COURT COUNTY OF Suffolk, U.S. Bank National Association, not in its individual capacity but solely as trustee for the RMAC Trust, Series 2016-CTT, Plaintiff, vs. Gloria De Lisi A/K/A Gloria Scaduto De Lisi A/K/A Gloria Scaduto-De Lisi Heir-At-Law, ET AL., Defendant(s). Pursuant to an Order Confirming Referee Report and Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered on September 11, 2024, and an Order Extending Sale Deadline and Other Relief duly entered on January 28, 2026, I, the undersigned Referee will sell at public auction at the Babylon Town Hall, 200 East Sunrise Highway, North Lindenhurst, NY 11757 on April 14, 2026 at 1:30 p.m., premises known as 1593 1st Street a/k/a 1st Street, West Babylon, NY 11704. 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 139.00, Block 02.00 and Lot 046.000. Approximate amount of judgment is $870,481.47 plus interest and costs. Premises will be sold subject to provisions of filed Judgment Index # 026442/2010. Latoya Roberta-Angela James, Esq., Referee Friedman Vartolo LLP, 85 Broad Street, Suite 501, New York, New York 10004, Attorneys for Plaintiff. Firm File No.: 254208-1 26-139. 3/12, 19, 26, 4/2

NOTICE OF SALE SUPREME COURT SUFFOLK COUNTY STATE OF NEW YORK MORTGAGE AGENCY, Plaintiff against J O S E A . PA L ACIOS A/K/A JOSE PALACIOS, et al Defendant(s) Attorney for Plaintiff(s) McMichael Taylor Gray, LLC, 28 Corporate Drive, Suite 104, Halfmoon, NY 12065. Pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered March 22, 2024, I will sell at public auction to the highest bidder at Babylon Townhall, 200 East Sunrise Highway, Lindenhurst, NY 11757 on April 16, 2026 at 10:00 AM. Premises known as 25 North Emerald Lane, Amityville, NY 11701. District 0100 Sec 174.00 Block 03.00 Lot 060.000. All that certain plot, piece or parcel of land, situate, lying and being at Amityville, in the Town of Babylon, County of Suffolk, and State of New York. Approximate Amount of Judgment is $171,750.71 plus interest, fees, and costs. Premises will be sold subject to provisions of filed Judgment Index No 617597/2023.he 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. Robert J. Cava, Esq., Referee File # 22002077-02 26-140. 3/12, 19, 26, 4/2

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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, April 10, 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, WYANDANCH, 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 26-137. 3/12, 19, 26, 4/2

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SUPPLEMENTAL SUMMONS Supreme Court of New York, Suffolk County. US BANK TRUST NATIONAL ASSOCIATION AS TRUSTEE FOR CABANA SERIES V TRUST, Plaintiff -againstSEBASTIAN RASPANTI; ROSE ANN RASPANTI A/K/A ROSEANN A. RASPANTI A/K/A ROSEANN PERILLO, INDIVIDUALLY AND AS HEIR AND DISTRIBUTEE OF THE ESTATE OF CARMELA DICARLO; JOHN J. PERILLO, JR., AS HEIR AND DISTRIBUTEE OF THE ESTATE OF CARMELA DICARLO; MICHELLE A. O’BRIEN A/K/A MICHELLE A. PERILLO, AS HEIR AND DISTRIBUTEE OF THE ESTATE OF CARMELA DICARLO; MEGAN N. OLIVER A/K/A MEGAN N. PERILLO, AS HEIR AND DISTRIBUTEE OF THE ESTATE OF CARMELA DICARLO; MELANIE SANTLOFER A/K/A MELANIE PERILLO, AS HEIR AND DISTRIBUTEE OF THE ESTATE OF CARMELA DICARLO; KAREN A. PERILLO, AS HEIR AND DISTRIBUTEE OF THE ESTATE OF CARMELA DICARLO; UNKNOWN HEIRS OF THE ESTATE OF JOHN S. PERILLO, AS HEIR AND DISTRIBUTEE OF THE ESTATE OF CARMELA DICARLO; UNKNOWN HEIRS OF THE ESTATE OF CARMELA DICARLO; CITIZENS BANK, N.A. F/K/A RBS CITIZENS, N.A.; NEW YORK STATE DEPARTMENT OF TAXATION AND FINANCE; UNITED STATES OF AMERICA O/B/O INTERNA L R E V E N U E SERVICE; CLERK

OF THE SUFFOLK COUNTY TRAFFIC & PARKING VIOLATIONS AGENCY; "JOHN DOE" and "JANE DOE" said names being fictitious, it being the intention of Plaintiff to designate any and all occupants of premises being foreclosed herein, Defendants Index No. 627293/2023. Mortgaged Premises: 5 Clifton Street Farmingdale, NY 11735 District: 0100 Section: 070.00 Block: 03.00 Lot: 002.000TO THE AB OVE NAMED DEFENDANTS: YOU ARE HEREBY SUMMONED to answer the Complaint in the above captioned action and to serve a copy of your Answer on the Plaintiff 's attorney within twenty (20) days after the service of this Summons, exclusive of the day of service, or within thirty (30) days after completion of service where service is made in any other manner than by personal delivery within the State. The United States of America, if designated as a Defendant in this action, may answer or appear within sixty (60) days of service hereof. In case of your failure to appear or answer, judgment will be taken against you by default for the relief demanded in the Complaint. NOTICE OF NATURE OF ACTION AND RELIEF SOUGHT THE OBJECTIVE of the above-captioned action is to foreclose on a mortgage to secure $416,650.00 and interest, recorded in the Suffolk County Clerk’s Office on May 5, 2011, in Book M00022073, Page 051, covering the premises known as 5 Clifton Street, Farmingdale, NY 11735. The relief sought herein is a final judgment directing

sale of the premises described above to satisfy the debt secured by the mortgage described above. Plaintiff designates Suffolk County as the place of trial. Venue is based upon the County in which the mortgaged premises is located. 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 at-

torney 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. FRIEDMAN VARTOLO, LLP 1325 Franklin Avenue, Suite 160 Garden City, NY 11530, Attorneys for Plaintiff. 26-151. 3/12, 19, 26, 4/2

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NOTICE IS HERBY GIVEN that the Special Village Election in and for the Village of Babylon, Town of Babylon, Suffolk County, New York, will be held in the following Election Districts in said Village, namely: 1st Election District: Municipal Building, 153 W. Main St. (County districts 1, 94 & 121) 2nd Election District: Municipal Building, 153 W. Main St. (County districts 2, & 142) 3rd Election District: Municipal Building, 153 W. Main St. 4th Election District: Municipal Building, 153 W. Main St. (County districts 21 & 33) 15th Election District Municipal Building, 153 W. Main St. 23rd Election District: Municipal Building, 153 W. Main St. 61st Election District: Municipal Building, 153 W. Main St. Election will be held on the 18th day of March 2026. The polls will be open on said day between the hours of seven (7) o’clock a.m. and nine (9) o’clock p.m. At such election, the following offices are to be filled for the term set forth, the candidates having been duly nominated therefore: Jeffrey W. Szabo, 42 Little East Neck Road S., Babylon, NY 11702 Trustee for 1 year – Better Babylon Party Jordan Hoffman, 172 Fire Island Avenue, Babylon, NY 11702 Trustee for 1 year – Jordan Hoffman For Village Trustee BY ORDER OF THE BOARD OF TRUSTEES Jean Marie Parker, Village Clerk DATED: February 25, 2026 Babylon, New York 11702 HERBY AVISO QUE LA Elección especiales del Pueblo en y para el Pueblo de Babylon, Pueblo de Babylon, Condado de Suffolk, Nueva York, se llevará a cabo en los siguientes Distritos Electorales en dicho Pueblo, a saber: 1er Distrito Electoral: Edificio Municipal, 153 W. Main St. (Distritos del condado 1, 94 y 121) Segundo Distrito Electoral: Edificio Municipal, 153 W. Main St. (Distritos 2 y 142 del condado) 3er Distrito Electoral: Edificio Municipal, 153 W. Main St. Cuarto Distrito Electoral: Edificio Municipal, 153 W. Main St. (Distritos 21 y 33 del condado) 15th Distrito Electoral Edificio Municipal, 153 W. Main St. 23 ° Distrito Electoral: Edificio Municipal, 153 W. Main St. 61 ° Distrito Electoral: Edificio Municipal, 153 W. Main St. Las elecciones se llevarán a cabo el día 18 de marzo de 2026. Las urnas estarán abiertas en dicho día entre las siete (7) horas de la mañana y las nueve (9) horas de la noche. En dicha elección se ocuparán los siguientes cargos por el plazo señalado, habiendo sido debidamente nominados los candidatos para ello: Jeffrey W. Szabo, 42 Little East Neck Road S., Babylon, NY 11702 Fideicomisario por 1 año - Better Babylon Party Jordan Hoffman, 172 Fire Island Avenue, Babylon, NY 11702 Fideicomisario por 1 año – Jordan Hoffman For Village Trustee POR ORDEN DE LA JUNTA DE FIDUCIARIOS Jean Marie Parker, secretaria del pueblo FECHA: 25 de febrero de 2026 Babylon, Nueva York 11702 26-128 3/5, 12

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STATE OF NEW YORK SUPREME COURT COUNTY OF SUFFOLK ____ U.S. BANK, NATIONAL ASSOCIATION, AS SUCCESSOR TRUSTEE TO BANK OF AMERICA, N.A., AS SUCCESSOR BY MERGER TO LASALLE BANK, N.A., AS TRUSTEE FOR THE HOLDERS OF SALOMON BROS MORTGAGE SECURITIES VII, INC. MORTGAGE PASSTHROUGH CERTIFICATES, SERIES 1997-HUD2, Plaintiff, -vs- JOHN M. JACKSON; Any unknown heirs to the Estate of BERDINE IVORY next of kin, devisees, legatees, distributees, grantees, assignees, creditors, lienors, trustees, executors, administrators or successors in interest, as well as the respective heirs at law, next of kin, devisees, legatees, distributees, grantees, assignees, lienors, trustees, executors, administrators or successors in interest of the aforesaid classes of persons, if they or any of them be dead, all of whom and whose names and places of residence are unknown to the plaintiff; Any unknown heirs to the Estate of THEODIS WELLS next of kin, devisees, legatees, distributees, grantees, assignees, creditors, lienors, trustees, executors, administrators or successors in interest, as well as the respective heirs at law, next of kin, devisees, legatees, distributees, grantees, assignees, lienors, trustees, executors, administrators or successors in interest of the aforesaid classes of persons, if they or any of them be dead, all of whom and whose names and places of residence are unknown to the plaintiff; STACEY ANNETTE GOODMAN A/K/A STACEY A.

TUCKER A/K/A STACEY A. JACKSON A/K/A STACEY IVORY, if living, and if she be dead, her respective heirs-at-law, next of kin, distributees, executors, administrators, trustees, devisees, legatees, assignees, lienors, creditors and successors in interest, and generally all persons having or claiming under, by or through said who may be deceased, by purchase, inheritance, lien or otherwise, any right, title or interest in and to the premises; LONZELL N. IVORY SR.; CUNNOR DEAN IVORY A/K/A CONNOR D. IVORY, if living, and if she be dead, her respective heirs-at-law, next of kin, distributees, executors, administrators, trustees, devisees, legatees, assignees, lienors, creditors and successors in interest, and generally all persons having or claiming under, by or through said who may be deceased, by purchase, inheritance, lien or otherwise, any right, title or interest in and to the premises; KAYMEL IVORY, if living, and if he be dead, his respective heirs-at-law, next of kin, distributees, executors, administrators, trustees, devisees, legatees, assignees, lienors, creditors and successors in interest, and generally all persons having or claiming under, by or through said who may be deceased, by purchase, inheritance, lien or otherwise, any right, title or interest in and to the premises; DAVID L. IVORY; RACHEL LOMINI A / K / A R AC H E L GRAVES; BEULAH J. IVORY; SHERRON DE BOOKHART; JAMES L. IVORY; JEROME M. IVORY; PAT R IC IA A N N ARMSTRONG A/K/A PATRICIA

IVORY; WILLIAM IVORY; RONZELL ZELL IVORY; JOHN M. JACKSON JR.; PRINCE G. IVORY; JENNIFER ANN WELLS, if living, and if she be dead, her respective heirs-at-law, next of kin, distributees, executors, administrators, trustees, devisees, legatees, assignees, lienors, creditors and successors in interest, and generally all persons having or claiming under, by or through said who may be deceased, by purchase, inheritance, lien or otherwise, any right, title or interest in and to the premises; JOE WILLIE WELLS; NORTHSTAR CAPITAL ACQUISITION LLC; CLERK OF THE SUFFOLK COUNTY DISTRICT COURT; CLERK OF THE SUFF OL K C OU N T Y TRAFFIC & PARKING VIOLATIONS AGENCY; COMMISSIONER OF TAXATION & FINANCE; PEOPLE OF THE STATE OF NEW YORK; TIMOTHY GUARIN; CREDIT A C C E P TA N C E CORPORATION; JOSEPH PERCIVAL; TOWN SUPERVISOR, TOWN OF ISLIP; TOWN SUPERVISOR, TOWN OF BABYLON; PORTFOLIO RECOVERY ASSOCIATES LLC; BETHPAGE FEDERAL CREDIT UNION; MARY DOE Defendants. ____ Filed: 02/26/2026 Index No.: 620562/2024 SUPPLEMENTAL SUMMONS Mortgaged Premises: 107 N 18th Street Wyandanch, (Town of Babylon) NY 11798 TO THE AB OVE NAMED DEFENDANTS: YOU ARE HEREBY SUMMONED to answer the Complaint in the above entitled action and to serve a copy of your Answer on Plaintiff 's attorney within twenty (20) days after

the service of this Summons, exclusive of the day of service, or within thirty (30) days after completion of service where service is made in any other manner than by personal delivery within the State. The United States of America, if designated as a Defendant in this action, may answer or appear within sixty (60) days of service hereof. In case of your failure to appear or answer, judgment will be taken against you by default for the relief demanded in the Complaint. NOTICE OF NATURE OF ACTION AND RELIEF SOUGHT THE OBJECT of the above captioned action is for the foreclosure of: Mortgage bearing the date of December 10, 1990, executed by Berdine Ivory & John M. Jackson & Theodis Wells to First Northern Mortgagee Corp. to secure the sum of $89,050.00, and interest, and recorded in the Office of the Clerk of Suffolk County on January 9, 1991 in Book: 16525, Page: 97. That Fleet Northern Mortgage Corporation duly assigned said Note and Mortgage to Chemical Bank by Assignment dated December 10, 1990 and recorded on January 9, 1991 in the Office of the Clerk of Suffolk County in Book: 16993, Page: 39. That Chemical Bank duly assigned said Note and Mortgage to Chemical Mortgage Company by Assignment dated September 2, 1992 and recorded on September 8, 1992 in the Office of the Clerk of Suffolk County in Book 18072 Page 564. That JPMorgan Chase Bank, National Association, s/b/m Chase Home Finance LLC, s/b/m to Chase Manhattan Mortgage Corporation, s/b/m to Chase Mortgage Com-

pany, f/k/a Chemical Mortgage Company duly assigned said Note and Mortgage to Chemical Bank by GAP Assignment dated January 21, 2022 and recorded on March 12, 2022 in the Office of the Clerk of Suffolk County in Book 23392 Page 189. That Chemical Bank duly assigned said Note and Mortgage to Secretary of Housing and Urban Development of Washington, D.C. by Assignment dated July 9, 1993 and recorded on July 27, 1993 in the Office of the Clerk of Suffolk County in Book 18687 Page 267. That U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development duly assigned said Note and Mortgage to CS First Boston Mortgage Capital Corp. by Assignment dated September 4, 1996 and recorded on April 25, 1997 in the Office of the Clerk of Suffolk County in Book 19191 Page 710. That Credit Suisso First Boston Mortgage Capital LLC Successor by merger to CS First Boston Mortgage Capital Corp. duly assigned said Note and Mortgage to Salomon Brothers Realty Corp. by Assignment dated June 20, 1997 and recorded on April 10, 1998 in the Office of the Clerk of Suffolk County in Book 19323 Page 162. That Salomon Brothers Realty Corp. duly assigned said Note and Mortgage to LaSalle National Bank, as Trustee for the registered holders of Salomon Brothers Mortgage Securities VII, Inc., Series 1997-HUD2, without recourse by Assignment dated November 25, 1997 and recorded on April 10, 1998 in the Office of the Clerk of Suffolk County in Book 19323 Page 163. The relief sought in the within action is a final

judgment directing the sale of the Mortgaged Premises described above to satisfy the debt secured by the Mortgage described above. Plaintiff designates Suffolk County as the place of trial. The basis of venue is the County in which the Mortgaged Premises is situated. District: 0100 Section: 039.00 Block: 02.00 Lot: 095.000 DATED: December 16, 2025 Rochester, New York NOTICE YOU ARE IN DANGER OF L O S I N G YO U R 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 p r o p e r t y. 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. BY: Sean P. Williams, Esq. DAVIDSON FINK LLP Attorneys for Plaintiff 400 Meridian Centre Blvd., Ste. 200 Rochester, New York 14618 Tel: (585) 7608218 WE ARE ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. SCHEDULE A LE-

GAL DESCRIPTION ALL that certain plot, piece or parcel of land, with the buildings and improvements thereon erected, situate, lying and being at Wyandanch, in the Town of Babylon, Suffolk County, State of New York, known and designated as and by Lot Numbers 37, 38, 39, 40 and 41 in Block 29, as laid down on a certain map entitled, “Map of Wheatley Heights”, and filed in the Office of the Clerk of the County of Suffolk, May 1, 1955, as and by the Map No. 1122, bounded and described as follows: BEGINNING at the corner formed by the intersection of the southerly side of Nicholl's Road (Nicholl' s Avenue) and the easterly side of North 18th Street (18th St.); RUNNING THENCE north 82 degrees 02 minutes east and along the southerly side of

Nicholl's Road 100 f e e t ; RU N N I N G THENCE south 7 degrees 58 minutes east, 125 feet: RUNNING THENCE south 82 degrees 02 minutes west, 100 feet to the easterly side of North 18th Street; and RUNNING THENCE north 7 degrees 58 minutes west and along the easterly side of North 18th Street, 125 feet to the corner aforesaid at the point or place of BEGINNING. which has the address of 107 North 18th Street, Wyandanch, New York 11798. Being the same property as conveyed from Michael L. Knight to Berdine Ivory & John M. Jackson & Theodis Wells, as tenants in common as set forth in Deed Book 11202 Page 527 dated 12/10/1990, recorded 01/09/1991, Suffolk County, New York. 26-141. 3/12, 19, 26, 4/2

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he U.S. men’s hockey team’s 2-1 sudden death, overtime win over Canada to win the Olympic gold medal set off a wave of patriotism that few people anticipated. There was, of course, the usual hope of victory when the Americans won their first four games in Italy. That hope increased when they advanced to the final against Canada, the clear favorite. It wasn’t a David vs. Goliath match like the fabled 1980 Miracle on Ice, in which an American team comprising a bunch of amateur college kids defeated the Soviet Union, which was acknowledged to be the overwhelming favorite. But this year’s gold medal game, too, was an instant classic. The winning goal came less than two minutes into overtime on a rocket-like shot by Jack Hughes. There was exultation among the American fans in the arena, and the many millions watching on TV across the country. On the ice, the players were euphoric, overcome with absolute joy. The exuberant Hughes topped it all off

by giving credit to his teammates and exclaiming, “I love the USA. I’m so proud to be an American!” His words were obviously genuine and sincere — a raw, unfiltered expression of Americanism that would have had a visceral impact on many Americans at any event. But they came against the backdrop of other American Olympians criticizing the United States and President Trump. The attacks by these athletes against their own country on foreign soil, at an international event, infuriated and disappointed countess Americans regardless of whether or not they supported the president. The reaction of many progressives in politics and the media was that these statements were merely free speech. No one, of course, was denying that the athletes had the right to say what they did. But just because you have the right to say something doesn’t make it right. Nor should you say it in another country, when you’re representing the United States. Whenever I traveled overseas as a congressman, I never said a critical word about my country or the president, whether he was Democrat or Republi-

can. I believe that politics stops at the water’s edge. Besides, I can think of no country that offers more opportunity for more people or has done more good for the world than the United States. For whatever the reasons, the several days after the Olympics ended saw a wave of unabashed patriotism and expressions of love of country spread across the land. It peaked when Trump presented the hockey team at his State of the Union address. And then Hughes got a heartwarming welcome when he returned to play his first home game for the New Jersey Devils. Unfortunately, there were the naysayers. An op-ed in The New York Times claimed that the American had allowed themselves to be politicized, and had gone from heroes to zeros. The genesis of the criticism of the players was their acceptance of Trump’s invitation to visit the White House and be his guests at the State of the Union. The invitation had been made by way of FBI Director Kash Patel, who had celebrated with the players in the locker room and held his phone so they could hear Trump’s congratulations. The president’s call to the locker room was described as a political intru-

obody complained about Herb Brooks’s chat with Jimmy Carter in 1980.

sion, though it’s customary for presidents to make such calls. When President Jimmy Carter called to congratulate the 1980 gold medal winners, Coach Herb Brooks not only accepted the call, but also told Carter he supported his controversial decision to boycott that summer’s Olympics in Moscow. Back then there wasn’t a word of complaint from the media. Though Trump also invited the American women’s gold medal-winning hockey team to the White House and the State of the Union, he was assailed for prefacing the invite with the friendly jibe, “I guess I have to invite the women.” Talk about political correctness run amuck! Lighten up! Similarly, there was the criticism that the men were the object of more public acclaim than the women, ignoring the fact that the women’s team had been favored from the start and has now won three gold medals since 1998, while the men hadn’t won in 46 years. We must put aside stridency and needless political division to enjoy such moments of national patriotism, and celebrate that we are fortunate to live in the greatest nation in the history of the world. USA! Peter King is a former congressman, and a former chair of the House Committee on Homeland Security. Comments? pking@ liherald.com.

Writing the history of our lives in small print

s the Nassau Herald marks its centennial, I hope to light at least one candle on the birthday cake. I have been opinionator-in-residence for over four decades, in addition to my duties as editor for many years. That would be roughly 2,236 columns. A while ago I reconciled to the fact that when you write a column for 40-something years, some will be good, most will be good enough and some will miss the mark — any mark. And very occasionally, you hit one out of the park. I have written every week, through the ’80s, ’90s and and up to today, commenting on the news and chronicling my kids’ school years, our family vacations in the wilds of Montana, the life and times of our dogs and the adventures of my good-natured husband, who has tolerated my writing about everything from his red golf pants to his ongoing fight with pancreatic cancer. A longtime weekly column becomes a

history of its time. I wrote in heavy black ink about the World Trade Center attacks, Hurricane Sandy, presidential elections, fashion trends, diets and riots, and with a finer-tipped pen I wrote about my family, eventually including eulogies for my mother and father and more than one friend. My column has been my space to figure out what I think about this world and how to be a good neighbor in our community. I’ve tried to use my 750 words each week to promote serious debate. My outlook, supporting diversity and women’s rights, reflects what I believe. Not everyone agrees, and I have the letters to prove it. In recent years, some have gotten ugly, like so much dark current flowing through our media. I can recall, at the beginning of my newspaper career, cutting and pasting printed stories on boards, each one a page of the paper. If the story didn’t fit, you just cut a paragraph or two from the bottom. Thus the importance of the first sentence or two, known as the lede, and the first three paragraphs, which basically told the story. I was hired away from the late South Shore Record, owned by the indomitable

Florence Schwartzberg, by Leatrice Spanierman, the Herald’s brilliant editor in chief and a natural news writer. Leatrice was socially, intellectually and emotionally intertwined with the Herald brand. We turned out big local papers in those days at our Lawrence headquarters. Our team wrote 10 to 20 local stories every week, and our motto was, “Everything that happens anywhere in the world has a Five Towns angle.” And it was true. If a ship hit an iceberg in Antarctica, for sure there was someone who knew someone on board. This is all to say that local newspapers are essential to a functioning democracy, and I am grateful to have enjoyed this golden age of local journalism. This is also to say that across the country, small papers are closing. The loss of a reliable local news source has many consequences for a community. One is the inability to monitor the actions of government agencies and elected officials. Subscribe to and read and advertise in our papers. We need to mind what’s going on in our schools, and to do that we need reporters to monitor the board meetings, and to do that we need to pay

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them. Local papers cover everything from potholes to parades. The obituaries are their guiding light, reflecting a community’s past, reminding us of the special ties that bind friends and neighbors together. When you wanted the scoop on how the blizzards of 2026 affected our schools and roadways, you read about it in the Herald. Wonder why the athletic fields at Lawrence High School are still closed? Want to know what Peter King said about “bipartisanship”? Do you know which Long Beach native won gold at the Olympics? Open the Herald. If you have property tax grievances or worry about the electric grid in your area, read the Herald and find the facts you need to better understand the issues facing Long Islanders now. The dailies look at news through a wide-angle lens; our focus is narrow. I love being a part of this news-gathering and opinion-formulating enterprise. From my perch, I focus inward, on family and life issues, and sometimes outward, on the political and social forces that unite and divide us. It’s a wonderful job, getting to tell the ongoing story of our American democracy. Copyright 2026 Randi Kreiss. Randi can be reached at randik3@aol.com.

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hat if we told you that in every school district across Long Island, an average of 200 students are silently suffering from a condition that has left them barely able to get out of bed? That these children miss school at more than twice the rate of their peers? That they are twice as likely to struggle to learn, concentrate and remember? What if we told you that these students suffer from depression at three times the rate of their healthy schoolmates? That, unlike the flu, their illness doesn’t dissipate with rest and time, and in many cases gets worse? That it can take months or years for a family to find a doctor who understands the disorder — and that when they do, that doctor often has no treatment to offer? If we told you a crisis of that scale was playing out in every Long Island school district, you would expect emergency meetings of school boards, action from Albany and, at minimum, that someone in a position of authority was paying attention. Yet, tragically, this crisis is real, and almost no one is paying attention. An estimated 25,000 children across Long Island are living with long Covid — the little-understood condition that develops when a Covid-19 infection does not fully resolve. Formally known as post-acute sequelae of SARS-CoV-2, it is defined as symptoms that persist or newly arise more than three months after infection — and many of the 23 million Americans with long Covid have been suffering for over half a decade. “Long haulers” experience a unique combination of more than 200 potential symptoms, including crushing fatigue, brain fog, heart palpitations, pain with

no clear origin, and immune dysfunction that standard blood tests cannot detect. The National Institutes of Health’s RECOVER Initiative determined that roughly 4 percent of children who contracted Covid-19 later develop the condition — translating to 200 students per district in Long Island’s 125 school districts. And because Covid continues to circulate, new cases are being added every day. Harvard economists have estimated the total cost of long Covid to the United States at $3.7 trillion. For a family with a seriously affected child, navigating years of visits to specialists, lost parental income and insurance companies that routinely deny claims, the financial burden can easily reach six figures. This is not a minor post-pandemic inconvenience. It is one of the largest ongoing public health and economic crises in American history. A situation of this magnitude should be impossible to miss. School boards should have data. Superintendents should have plans. Doctors should have answers. Instead, these children are largely invisible — and the reasons are worth understanding. Long Covid carries no definitive diagnostic test, its symptoms overlap with conditions doctors are quicker to define, and families often spend a year or more cycling through specialists without answers. Many of these families suffer quietly at home, unaware of others going through the same thing, with no community, no organized voice, no constituency demanding to be heard. Parents describe a particular kind of helplessness. They watch a child who was active, engaged and social withdraw from everything that once defined them. They fight insurance companies, drain

letters News literacy should be required in schools To the Editor: As a superintendent and a proud educator for over 25 years, I couldn’t agree more with the editorial in the Feb. 26-March 4 issue, “Long Island students need news literacy.” In fact, I believe it should be mandated in all K-12 school districts. In today’s digital world, especially in the age of A.I., where fake images and misleading headlines often come across as “authentic,” developing strong news literacy skills is more important than ever. With a competitive 24-hour “breaking news” cycle coupled with the constant flow of social media feeds, the singular, more traditional news sources are long gone. Now audiences, including young and impressionable adolescents, often rely on media outlets and websites that may be unverified or deceptive.

savings and search online late at night for anything that might help. They sometimes pursue ineffective — and dangerous — therapies offered by unscrupulous people preying on their desperation. More than anything, they wait for a return to normalcy that medicine has not yet figured out how to deliver. Teachers watch capable students quietly disappear. The hand that was always first in the air goes still, and half-done work replaces finished assignments. Without the training to recognize the symptoms of long Covid, too many educators mistake it for disengagement or a behavioral problem. It is neither. Children are being left behind in ways that cannot always be recovered — the reading level never reached, the travel team never made, the Homecoming never attended, the college essay never written. Childhood has a timeline, and long Covid does not respect it. If your child has been struggling since a Covid infection — however mild or even asymptomatic — long Covid may be the explanation no one has yet offered. Ask your pediatrician. Mount Sinai South Nassau hospital, Northwell Health and Stony Brook University Hospital all have long Covid clinics — worldclass resources waiting to help, right in our backyard. This Sunday, March 15, is Long Covid Awareness Day. But awareness without action is futile. So let’s commit to making this the year long Covid gets the recognition, coverage and funding it so sorely needs. Our children deserve nothing less. Are you or your child suffering from long Covid? We want to hear your story, which we will keep anonymous. Email us at longcovid@liherald.com.

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or the past two months, many skeptics of the administration of New york City Mayor Zohran Mamdani have been anticipating an exodus of residents because of the new mayor’s policies. For now, anyone who tells you that people are leaving New york City in droves is indulging in wishful thinking. But it’s useful to examine Mamdani’s short history to see what he’s doing and whether there are any warning signs ahead. First of all, it’s worth talking about trends when it comes to people leaving the city and the state. Overall, the state is losing population due to the high cost of living and people’s desire to live in warmer climates. in the case of New york City, the only numbers available to date are from July 2024. At that point the city had gained 87,000 new residents in the previous year, the result, demographers explained, of a combination of an increase in the birth rate and wealthy

people from other parts of the world continuing to come to the Big Apple. The international arrivals are the well-to-do who buy high-cost apartments and buildings. Take a trip to Manhattan’s 57th Street and you’ll find towering buildings with breathtaking Central Park views. New york is a very attractive place for these bigmoney people who can’t find the kind of attractions they’re seeking in their native countries. Mamdani has appointed many people who have had previous government experience at the federal and state level. his first deputy mayor, Dean Fuleihan, was my chief of staff in the Assembly when i was chair of the Ways and Means Committee, and the budget director for Mayor Bill de Blasio. Fuleihan is smart, and knows the city’s fiscal issues. The mayor was fortunate to be able to keep Police Commissioner Jessica Tisch, and she’ll stay as long as he doesn’t meddle in police operations. The recent snowstorms were a big test for Mamdani, but by the second big storm, last month, the cleanup was a lot smoother. Snowstorms have always

Letters The ability to critically analyze and question the information we encounter is no longer optional; it’s an essential life skill. This is why the Baldwin Union Free School District has implemented a robust news and media literacy curriculum for several years now. Beginning in sixth grade, news literacy skills are embedded into our middle and high school social studies and English coursework. Our high school seniors are also required to complete College Civics and News Literacy, a dual-credit course through our partnership with Stony Brook University’s Center for News Literacy. We even hosted a workshop to educate parents about misinformation, since becoming news-literate is important for everyone. News literacy is much more than distinguishing between true and false. Students acquire skills to identify credible sources and misinformation, recognize bias, assess evidence and sources, and critically evaluate the influence of media on individuals and society, including online “trolls.” Teaching these skills in our classrooms prepares students not only for higher education and future careers but also to become thoughtful, informed citizens who are trusted sources of information.

been a big deal in the city, and especially since the days of Mayor John Lindsay. After the first major snowstorm of his administration, the city failed to plow any streets in Queens, and that damaged Lindsay’s reputation for years. And de Blasio had a horrific first snowstorm experience when he decided to keep the plows out of key sections of Manhattan. The most important issue facing the mayor is his multi-billion-dollar budget deficit. Mamdani has suggested that the state allow the city to tax the earnings of millionaires and billionaires, but that proposal has gotten a cold shoulder from gov. Kathy hochul, who’s running for re-election this year. in the past few weeks, a number of progressive groups have been in Albany, pushing for that increase, but any legislation that creates such a tax is sure to be vetoed by the governor. Since the mayor began talking about the deficit, the state has found an extra $1.4 billion that will help the city. One new proposal that would help raise at least another $1 billion is to add more parking meters around the city. That

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idea might not be very popular, but it’s better than the mayor’s proposed 9.5 percent citywide increase in the real estate tax. There is some support from Albany progressives for the idea, but it would have to get through both houses of the Legislature. So what will a 34-year-old, first-term mayor have to do to balance the budget? There is such a thing as cutting some expenditures, though that hasn’t been attempted by any recent mayors. The 2025 city budget was an estimated $112.4 billion. having chaired a legislative fiscal committee, i believe that an honest effort should be made to trim some unnecessary spending in order to persuade the state to help close the city’s budget gap. At this point there hasn’t been any so-called “Mamdani effect.” There are lots of things that could happen, but so far, so good. When you manage a government as large as New york City’s, however, there are many land mines ahead, any one of which could do a new, young mayor in. Jerry Kremer was a state assemblyman for 23 years, and chaired the Assembly’s Ways and Means Committee for 12 years. He currently chairs the Capitol Insight Group, a government relations firm. Comments? jkremer@liherald.com.

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