Babylon Herald 04_09_2026

Lindy Eggstravaganza draws families to spring celebration

By CHRISTIE LEIGH BABIRAD cbabirad@liherald.com

Lindenhurst’s second annual Eggstravaganza brought families downtown on March 14 for an afternoon of egg hunts, Easter Bunny photos, a petting zoo, and a firehouse tour, turning the village center into a springtime celebration hub.

Hosted by the Village of Lindenhurst in partnership with the Lindenhurst Business Improvement District, Memorial Library, Historical Society, Chamber of Commerce, and Mayor’s Beautification Society, the event drew a large crowd under sunny skies. Visitors entered beneath an egg-decorated archway leading to the village green, where a holiday tree was repurposed for Easter with pastel decorations and oversized peeps.

Children searched for eggs throughout downtown streets, posed for photos with the Easter Bunny, and visited a pet-

ting zoo where they could feed animals.

Additional photo opportunities included themed cutouts featuring bunnies, chicks, lambs, and flowers. Families also visited the firehouse, where children met the Easter Bunny again and learned about local fire safety operations.

“I’m excited for the egg hunt, and chocolate,” said 5-year-old Ella Logrono.

Kaila Soganics, also 5, said her favorite part was feeding the animals at the petting zoo.

“My favorite part of today is feeding the animals,” she said.

Community members and organizers said the event offered a chance for families to connect with local businesses and enjoy the outdoors.

“It’s really nice to see families— multi-generational groups coming out, enjoying the outdoors, getting into our local businesses and having a really

Special education highlighted in NB school budget presentation

By CHRISTIE LEIGH BABIRAD cbabirad@liherald.com

North Babylon School District presented its final 2026–27 budget proposals on March 19, focusing on special education, pupil personnel services, and staffing needs, alongside student musical performances and SCMEA recognitions that opened the Board of Education meeting.

Prior to the meeting the North Babylon High School’s string quartet and vocal group performed, and an awards ceremonywas held for music students within SCMEA, Suffolk County Music Educators’ Association.

Laurie Melesh, assistant superintendent for special education and pupil personnel services, said the district continues to see a slight rise in the number of school-age

students with disabilities and emphasized efforts to expand and stabilize indistrict programming.

“We’re building systems that are both effective and sustainable while maintaining the strongest parts of the programs we currently have,” Melesh said.

She said proposed increases are concentrated in instructional supplies, equipment and contracted services, aimed at strengthening classroom supports and expanding capacity. Equipment and conference/travel lines are both projected to double—from $10,000 to $20,000 and from $7,500 to $15,000. Special education supplies would rise from $18,000 to $45,000, reflecting expanded instructional needs and updated program resources.

Melesh also highlighted a sharp rise

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Library votes set throughout Babylon Town

Residents to decide on budgets and elect library trustees

By CAROLYN JAMES cjames@liherld.com

Public libraries serve as community hubs, offering free access to books, technology, programs and meeting space. As annual budget votes and trustee elections approach, residents will weigh funding levels that determine programming, staffing and services.

Libraries remain among the most heavily used public institutions, supporting needs ranging from early literacy and student homework help to job search assistance and digital access for those without home internet.

Budget votes typically decide whether library tax levies will increase or remain flat, directly affecting hours, collections, technology upgrades and community programming such as children’s story hours, senior services and meeting spaces for local groups.

Trustee elections also shape long-term direction, as board members oversee policy, fiscal planning and strategic priorities. Supporters say stable funding helps maintain free access to resources, while advocates for restraint point to property tax concerns.

In communities across Long Island, library votes are often decided by relatively small margins, underscoring the importance of turnout. The following information outlines local budgets and trustee elections. Residents are encouraged to review proposed budgets in advance to understand how changes may affect services and tax bills in the coming year.

BABYLON

The vote is Tuesday, April 14 and the polls are open from noon to 8 p.m., at the library, 24 South Carll St., Babylon.

The proposed library budget is $2.73 million, an increase of $147,770 over the current budget of $2.59 million.

Trustee Loretta M. Chillemi is seeking reelection to a full term through June 30, 2031.

There are no other propositions on the ballot.

COPIAGUE

Vote is Tuesday, April 14 at the library, 50 Deauville Blvd., Copiague, from 10 a.m., to 8 p.m. The phone number is 631 691-1111.

The library is proposing a budget of $4.5 million, an increase of $100,000 or 2.3 percent over the current budget of $4.4 million. It is within the New York State Tax Cap.

There are no new initiatives or other propositions on the ballot.

There is one seat open on the board. Running for the seat is Trustee Charylle Williams, who was appointed to fill the unexpired term of retired Trustee Joanne Kirschner in December 2025. She has opposition from Travis Jackson and Helen Reilly.

For more information go to copiaguelibrary.org

DEER PARK

According to the library’s website, the Deer Park Library budget vote and trustee election is Tuesday, April 14 from 10 a.m., to 8 p.m. at the library, 44 Lake Ave., Deer Park. The phone number is 631-586-3000.

The library is proposing a budget of

$3.81 million, an increase of $124,361 over the current budget of $3.68 million. The tax levy, that portion of the budget that is paid through real property taxes, is $3.22 million an increase of $102,674 from the current levy which is $3.12 million.

Running for reelection to a five-year term is incumbent library trustee is John Gagliano, who currently serves as the board’s vice president. He is running unopposed. Readers can go to deerparklibrary. org for more information.

FARMINGDALE

The vote is April 14 from 7:30 a.m. to 9 p.m. at the library, 116 Merritts Rd., Farmingdale. The phone number is (516) 249-9090.

The library is proposing a $4.23 million budget, an increase from $4.15 million. The plan is within the New York State Tax Cap.

There are no new initiatives or other propositions on the ballot.

Incumbent trustee Laura Ulric is seeking reelection and is running unopposed. For more information, go to farmingdalelibrary.org.

LINDENHURST

The vote is April 14 from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. at the library, 1 Lee Ave., Lindenhurst. The phone number is (631) 957-7755.

The library is proposing a $6.15 million budget, an increase from $5.98 million. The plan is within the New York State Tax Cap.

There are no new initiatives in the coming year’s budget.

Longtime Lindenhurst resident and community volunteer Marian Conway is running unopposed for the five-year trustee seat previously held by Trustee LoriAnn Novello, who is not seeking re-election.

“I enjoy being in the community and working for the community,” said Conway. “Now that I have the time, I can come back and work on behalf of my neighbors.”

For more information, go to lindenhurstlibrary.org.

NORTH BABYLON

The vote is April 14 from noon to 8 p.m. at the library, 815 Deer Park Ave., North Babylon.

The library is proposing a $3.5 million budget, an increase from $3.41 million. The plan meets the New York State Tax Cap.

There are no new initiatives or additional propositions on the ballot.

Trustee Theresa DeBlasi is seeking another five-year term and is unopposed.

For more information, go to northbabylonlibrary.org.

WEST BABYLON

The vote is April 14 from 1 to 9 p.m. at the library, 211 Route 109, West Babylon. The phone number is (631) 669-5445.

The library is proposing a $4.15 million budget, an increase from $4.07 million. The

plan is within the New York State Tax Cap. There are no new initiatives or other propositions on the ballot.

Incumbent trustee Andrea McGurk is running for reelection to a five-year term. For more information, go to wbpl.us.

WEST ISLIP

The vote is April 14 from 10 a.m. to 9 p.m. at the library, 3 Higbie La., West Islip. The phone number is (631) 661-7080.

The library is proposing a $4.78 million budget, an increase from $4.66 million. The plan is within the New York State Tax Cap. There are no new initiatives or other propositions on the ballot.

Incumbent trustee Idamarie Tully is seeking reelection to a five-year term. For more information, go to westisliplibrary.org.

WYANDANCH

The library’s budget vote and trustee election is Tuesday, March 21. The polls are open from7 a.m.to 9 p.m. at the library, 14 South 20 St., Wyandanch.

Wyandanch library officials did not provide information on the budget and trustee races in time for publication this week. Readers can go to wyan.suffolk.lib.ny.us to access this information when it is posted.

Fire at Stop & Shop quickly contained by WBFD vamps

By CAROLYN JAMES cjames@liherld.com

The West Babylon Fire Department responded to a fire at the Stop & Shop at 365 Route 109 on April 3. Firefighters put out the blaze and secured the scene within a half hour, despite having to extend more than 400 feet of hose after a hydrant on the supermarket’s property failed.

Firefighters were initially advised that the fire started in an electric-powered van parked next to the building. However, Fire Chief William Allen, who was first on the scene, said it was actually a gasoline-powered vehicle. “This made it easier for us,” he said, noting that electric cars have highvoltage batteries that can reignite after being extinguished.

After the first hydrant failed, the department brought in a second engine and extended a hose line to a hydrant in front of the West Babylon Post Office.

About 50 members responded, along with four engines, two ambulances and a tower ladder. The department’s Fire Police Unit and two chiefs also responded, including Allen and 2nd Assistant Chief Ryan Fischer.

Initial units worked to safely evacuate the store, though some patrons were hesitant to leave, Allen said.

Allen also requested representatives from the New York State Department of Agriculture to inspect store products and ensure they were safe. The New York State Department of Health also responded because the store has a pharmacy.

West Babylon firefighters battled a truckf ire that spread to nearby supermarket on Friday, April 3

“The biggest weakness in a daytime fire, is manpower,” said Allen. “For a week day fire, that kind of a response from vol-

unteers was formidable. The work of the volunteers was incredible and I am very proud of their response.”

Jim Killen named 2026 Hibernian of the Year

The Ancient Order of Hibernians’ St. Patrick’s Division in Babylon has named longtime member Jim Killen its 2026 Hibernian of the Year.

The honor recognizes Killen’s leadership and service to the organization and the community.

“His work over the decades demonstrates a deep and enduring commitment to the principles of faith, fraternity and

service that define our division,” said Chris Bradley, president of the Babylon Hibernians.

Killen is a fourth-generation Hibernian, continuing a family tradition that began with his great-grandfather and continued through his grandfather and father. The legacy now extends to his own children. Killen said he was humbled by the rec-

Courtesy West Babylon Fire Department

Maurer Foundation for Breast Health Motorcycle Ride, June 7

The Maurer Foundation for Breast Health Education is hosting its 12th Annual Motorcycle Ride for Breast Health Education. The event is Sunday, June 7 and starts at overlook Beach where participants will gather before heading east to Mattituck

for a team-building lunch. The cost to ride is $30; vendor tables and sponsorships start at $100. All funds raised goes to charity. For more information about the Maurer Foundation or to register go to: https://bit. ly/4bPaAUt

Emergency drill set at Jones Beach

Large-scale

training to close Field 5

Residents should expect an increased law enforcement presence at Jones Beach State Park on May 31, when state and local agencies conduct a large-scale emergency response exercise.

The training, organized by the New York State Office of Parks, Recreation and Historic Preservation and State Park Police, will run from 8 a.m. to noon near Field 5. The exercise will simulate several emergency scenarios to test coordination among agencies.

Officials said the area around Field 5 will be closed to the public during the drill, and visitors will see a noticeable increase in police, fire and emergency personnel throughout the park.

Participants will include State Park Police, New York State Police, Nassau County Police, the Wantagh Fire Department and Jones Beach State Park staff, along with representatives from other federal, state and local agencies.

Authorities said any weapons used in the exercise will be incapable of firing live rounds.

Park Police are seeking volunteers age 18 and older to portray park visitors from 6:30 a.m. to noon. Those under 18 may participate with parental consent if they are part of an auxiliary or similar program. Volunteers must complete a service agreement and submit it to ParksEmergencyMgmt-Exercises@parks.ny.gov.

Pool season is upon us in Babylon Village

The Village of Babylon is announcing save the dates for the Village of Babylon’s Gilbert C. Hanse Municipal Pool.

The 2026 pool pass and lesson registrations will begin on the following Saturdays: May 9, May 30 and June 6 at Village Hall from 9 a.m. to noon. There will be late registration available at the pool on June 13 from 9 a.m. to noon., and this will also be the last day to register for swimming lessons.

To register for passes and lessons you will need a valid driver’s license/ ID, current utility bill and village tax bill or lease agreement.

Payments must be made via cash or check only.

Opening day will take place on June 26, with hours from noon to 8 p.m.

Village Hall is located at 153 W. Main St., Babylon.

For more information, please call (631) 669-1500.

Lindenhurst Chamber basket auction coming April 15

The Lindenhurst Chamber of Commerce will be hosting their Basket Auction on April 15 at Fireman’s Pavilion. Admission is $20 and includes 1 sheet of 25 tickets, coffee, tea and dessert. No walk-ins, please. You must purchase your tickets in advance.

There will also be food available for purchase, a cash bar and 50/50 raffles. For tickets, visit lindenhurstchamber.org. For more information, please call (631) 226-4641.

Tuber sale at Bayard Cutting Arboretum in Great River

The Long Island Dahlia Society will be holding a tuber sale at the barn at the Bayard Cutting Arboretum throughout the month of April from 9 to 11 a.m. on Wednesdays, Thursdays and Saturdays. Various types will be available.

The plant sale will start in May. For more information, please visit LongIslandDahlia.org.

Bayard Cutting Arboretum is located at 440 Montauk Highway, Great River.

CRIME WATCH

Tools used to swiftly extract catalytic converters from cars were found in in the trunk of defendant’s’ vehicle, police say.

Four Bronx men indicted for theft and assault on police officer in Lindenhurst

Four Bronx men have been indicted on charges including assault on a police officer after a catalytic converter theft spree in Lindenhurst escalated into a high-speed chase that left a Suffolk County police officer seriously injured,

The following incidents were reported by the Suffolk County Police Department’s First and Third Precincts and other law enforcement and emergency service agencies:

GRAND LARCENY

West Babylon: A grocery delivery employee left her vehicle running and unattended on Rogers Court shortly before 1 p.m. March 26 while delivering a package. When she returned, the vehicle was gone.

North Amityville: Three separate incidents occurred on Greybarn Lane during

according to Suffolk County District Attorney Raymond A. Tierney. The defendants — Henry Cruz, 25, Luis Acosta, 24, Jeorge Santana Sanchez, 34, and Madinson Silverio Ventura, 27 —

the early morning hours of March 23. In the first, a 2021 Dodge Ram was reported stolen. In the second, a 2023 gray Acura was reported missing. In the third, credit cards were reported stolen from another vehicle at the location.

PETIT LARCENY

North Amityville: An assortment of body wash, toothpaste and other personal care items were stolen from Dollar General on Great Neck Road March 26. The theft was reported at 8:40 a.m. The items were valued at approximately CONTINUED ON PAGE 5

• Correction •

In a story that appeared on Page 3 last week, the name of the News12 reporter interviewing filmmakers Erin Colton and George Massimillo was misidentified. She is Antoinette Biordi. We apologize for the error.

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Four Bronx men indicted for theft and assault on police officer in Lindenhurst

are accused of targeting parked vehicles in Lindenhurst during the early morning hours of March 7, 2026.

Prosecutors said the group allegedly used a 2021 Maserati Levante while coordinating roles to steal catalytic converters, often targeting Toyota Prius vehicles. The operation allegedly involved lifting cars with a jack and cutting converters using a power saw before moving on to additional targets.

When Suffolk County police attempted a traffic stop at approximately 4:37 a.m., the suspects allegedly fled, leading officers on a pursuit onto the Southern State Parkway at speeds exceeding 90 mph, officials said.

Police deployed stop sticks, disabling the vehicle. All four suspects allegedly

fled on foot, during which a Suffolk County officer suffered a fractured ankle requiring emergency surgery after a fall during the chase.

Cruz and Acosta were arrested at the scene, while Santana Sanchez and Silverio Ventura were later located and arrested at a Bronx hotel on March 19. Ventura was also wanted in connection with a prior Lindenhurst catalytic converter theft in 2023.

The defendants were arraigned April 1 before Supreme Court Justice Timothy P. Mazzei. Charges include assault on a police officer, auto stripping, criminal mischief, and criminal possession of stolen property.

Prosecutors said Cruz is being held on $500,000 cash bail, $1 million bond, or $5 million partially secured

Herald to host FREE Senior Health Expo April 16

This is an event you won’t want to miss.

The Herald will host a free Senior Health and Beyond Expo on Thursday, April 16, from 10 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. at Deer Park Knights, 759 Long Island Ave. The community event will feature health and wellness exhibitors, free screenings, fitness demonstrations, en-

tertainment, and refreshments, along with raffles and giveaways.

A panel discussion and Q&A will also be held, offering guidance on staying healthy, active, and engaged at every stage of life.

Admission is free. To preregister, visit Deerpark.eventbrite.com or call 516569-4000, ext. 243.

CRIME WATCH

4:30 a.m. March 24, broke into a unit, and stole several boxes of collectible cards.

$300.

• Snacks were stolen from the 7-Eleven store at 827 Broadway March 24. The theft was reported at 3:13 p.m.

Copiague: Cosmetics valued at $233 were shoplifted from Target on Sunrise Highway March 25. The theft was reported at 6 p.m.

DISSEMINATING INDECENT MATERIAL

East Farmingdale: An unidentified subject engaged in inappropriate text conversations with a 16-year-old. No pornographic images were exchanged. Police are investigating.

LEAVING THE SCENE OF AN ACCIDENT

Lindenhurst: An unidentified driver ran a stop sign at Hoffman Avenue and School Street, struck and killed a dog, and fled the scene without providing information to the owner or police. The incident occurred March 24 shortly after midnight.

BURGLARY

West Babylon: An unidentified person or persons entered a storage unit facility on Sunrise Highway shortly before

ARRESTS

Driving While Intoxicated Dilan Zhindon Mendez, 23, Deer Park; Jawan Murphy, 52, West Babylon; Thomas Astin, 23, Lindenhurst; Taron White, 36, Brentwood; Osman Alvarez Moreno, 27, Brentwood.

Petit Larceny

Babbie Casimir, 51, North Amityville; Christopher Porciello, 45, West Babylon; Alexis Roberts, 18, Copiague; Cleon Wilson, 55, North Amityville; Daniel Serrano, 29, Middle Village; Kadeem Reid, 33, Massapequa; Shamar Fraser, 26, North Amityville; Christopher Gatto, 57, Melville.

Criminal Possession of Stolen Property

Sebastien Pierre, 24, New Britain, Conn.; Jerrell Colon, 20, Hicksville. Burglary

Patrick Degori, 66, Huntington. Criminal Mischief Jada Joseph, 22, Wyandanch; Jason Edwards, 40, Huntington Station. Grand Larceny

Joseph Veracolos, 30, Wyandanch; Dasani Barker, Wyandanch.

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

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Copiague working to take next step

By NIKO SCARLATOS sports@liherald.com

With a new season on the horizon, Copiague baseball brings a mix of experience, leadership, and unfinished business. Under the guidance of coach Ezequiel Hernandez, now in his fifth season, the program is focused on steady growth and turning last year’s narrow losses into wins.

The message from Hernandez is simple but meaningful: to take it one game at a time and improve. That approach comes after a 2025 season that saw the Eagles fall just short in several key moments. Six of their losses came by a single run, underscoring how close the team was to a breakthrough. Rather than dwell on frustration, the coaching staff and players are using those experiences as motivation.

“We were right there in a lot of games last year,” said Hernandez. “We know we have what it takes to be successful.”

A major reason for optimism is a brand new home field and returnee who understand the varsity level. Leading the way is senior Aidan Roman, a pitcher and outfielder committed to Manhattanville. Roman brings versatility and production to the lineup after swiping six bases last season while also anchoring the pitching staff. One of his standout performances came in a complete game effort against Hampton Bays, where he struck out nine. He finished the season with 36 strikeouts, and his presence will be critical both on the mound and in key offensive situations.

Roman is far from alone when it comes to experienced leadership. Seniors Steven Falco and Carlos Gutierrez provide stability, with Gutierrez entering his fourth year on varsity, a valuable asset for a team looking to stay composed in tight games. Alongside them, Anthony Peralta adds another veteran voice, helping to set the tone in the clubhouse and on the field.

The leadership core extends beyond just seniors. Junior Justice Santiago and sophomore Jaden Robinson both return after gaining meaningful varsity experience last season, giving Copiague a strong foundation across multiple grade levels. Their develop-

HERALD SPORTS West Babylon gears up for big year

Sheryl Amorosino/Herald Pitcher/outfielder Aidan Roman is an important two-way contributor for the Eagles.

ment will be key as the team looks to maintain consistency throughout the season.

In addition to the returning contributors, two underclassmen are expected to make immediate impacts. Sophomores Jhoan Ortiz and Jake Vargas have impressed early and could play significant roles as the season unfolds. Their emergence adds depth and gives Hernandez more flexibility when constructing lineups and managing games. Ultimately, Copiague’s success may come down to execution in the smallest moments.

After so many one run games a year ago, the margin for improvement is clear. Turning those close losses into wins will require disciplined at-bats, timely pitching, and strong defense, areas the team has emphasized in the offseason.

Health will also be a major factor. There is a lot of hope going into the season and if the roster can stay intact, the combination of veteran leadership and rising young talent gives Copiague a legitimate chance to make noise in Suffolk League 3 against the likes of Northport, North Babylon and Smithtown East.

“If we can remain healthy throughout the year, we really feel like we have a good chance to compete,” Hernandez said.

By NIKO SCARLATOS sports@liherald.com

The West Babylon softball program entered the season with a clear sense of purpose and a roster that blends experienced leadership with an influx of young, developing talent.

Now in his third year at the helm, coach Joe Montanino has his sights set on a return to the playoffs, a goal that reflects both the team’s potential and the steady foundation being built.

After graduating key infielders at third base, shortstop, and second base, West Babylon faces the challenge of reshaping its defensive core. Those departures leave big shoes to fill and the responsibility now falls on a youthful group that’ll be asked to grow quickly at the varsity level.

While there may be early growing pains, the coaching staff is confident that consistent game experience will accelerate development and help the team find its rhythm as the season progresses. “The only way they’re going to grow is by getting out there and playing,” said Montanino.

Leading the way is a strong senior class anchored by center fielder Sarah Caltabiano, a five-year varsity player who brings both experience and production. Caltabiano tallied 16 hits last season, including four doubles, and is known for her defensive instincts and steady presence at the plate. Fellow senior Giovanna Miranda adds versatility, contributing in the outfield and at third base, while continuing to refine her game after recording eight RBIs a year ago.

At first base, senior Jill Goldberg stands out as one of the Eagles’ most important pieces. Entering her third varsity season, Goldberg combines a disciplined eye at the plate with consistent offensive output, highlighted by 11 RBIs last season. Off the field, senior Jennise Gomez transitions into a manager role after previously playing on varsity, continuing to provide leadership and support in a new capacity.

The junior class adds depth and flexibility across the roster. Catcher Maria Fiume,

who can also play shortstop and the outfield, leads the team in batting average and serves as a key offensive catalyst.

Alijah anchors second base with strong hands and reliable contact hitting, while Lilly Johnson and Kayleigh Carlson provide options in the circle and across multiple positions. Brooke Lubeck, in her first varsity season, brings potential at first base and in the outfield as she continues to develop.

West Babylon’s future is particularly bright with a talented group of underclassmen. Freshman Autumn Romano offers exceptional versatility, capable of playing virtually any position, while Lauren Giudice steps into the starting shortstop role and leadoff spot, showcasing speed, athleticism, and the rare ability to switch hit.

Eighth-grader Adriana Criollo adds another dynamic element as a left handed hitter who can both slap and hit for power, while also contributing in the circle. Additional youth in Alannah Ahern and Scarlett Tymann further emphasizes the team’s multi positional depth.

Despite the youth movement, the philosophy remains constant.

“Everything we do is together,” Montanino said. “No one player is better than the team. We love the culture we’ve built here.”

The Golden Eagles (2-2 overall) are back in action this Saturday at home versus Rocky Point at 10 a.m.

Erik Lee/Herald Seniors, from left, Giovanna Miranda Sarah Caltabiano, , Jillian Goldberg and Jannise Gomez look to lead West Babylon.

Special education, staffing addressed in budget presentation

eral new athletic coaching positions.

in charter school tuition costs, projected to increase from $255,000 to $650,000. The increase reflects enrollment growth, rising from eight students in 2022–23 to a projected 32 students next year. She noted this trend as a significant driver of personnel-related expenditures that the district must plan for in advance.

The total proposed special education and PPS budget is $20.87 million, a 4.7% increase over last year’s plan. Melesh said the adjustments reflect a broader effort to rebalance resources and strengthen internal supports across the district.

Following her presentation, Assistant Superintendent Barbara Butler outlined anticipated staffing changes for 2026–27, including 11 expected retirements, the addition of a PPS coordinator and an ENL teacher, and sev -

The district is also considering expanded Universal Pre-K sections, pending state funding, as well as additional Academic Intervention Services staffing at the elementary level. Officials are looking to convert a part-time AIS role into a full-time position and potentially reallocate staff to support expanded high school course offerings.

“Staffing decisions are guided by meeting student needs while maintaining fiscal responsibility,” Butler said, noting that planning also accounts for program expansion and enrollment shifts.

Superintendent Kenneth Graham said the next budget workshop will take place April 14 at 7 p.m. at North Babylon High School, where officials expect updated state aid figures that will help finalize revenue assumptions for the budget.

BV Chamber Spring Fling, April 11

The Babylon Village Chamber of Commerce will be hosting their annual Spring Fling on April 11 from 12 to 5 p.m. as they close Deer Park Ave., from Main St. to Park Ave.

Enjoy a pedestrian-only experience with live music, outdoor dining, shop-

ping village boutiques and visiting vendors. The event will include food trucks, a kid zone and live music that is sponsored by the Babylon Village Arts Council. For more information, please visit babylonchamber.com or call (631) 2136894.

North Babylon High School string quartet performs at the Board of Education meeting.

NBHS vocal group performs for board members and community.

L.I. Association hosts state transport chief

Presentation by DOT Commissioner Marie Therese Dominguez ranges from speeding to potholes

By NOAH PERETZ nperetz@liherald.com

The Long Island Association hosted state Department of Transportation Commissioner Marie Therese Dominguez as a guest speaker last week. Dominguez spoke about Gov. Kathy Hochul’s fiscal year 2027 executive budget and policy proposals for the DOT.

Appearing at LIA headquarters in Melville on March 31, Dominguez explained that Hochul’s administration matched the federal funding for New York state’s transportation needs from the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act in 2021 with a five-year, $35 billion plan. Hochul added $800 million to the plan last year to offset the cost of tariffs and inflation.

“Our federal dollars are expiring on Sept. 30, which presents a unique challenge,” Dominguez said. “We need to make sure that we are positioning New York for the next level of transportation funding.”

She detailed Hochul’s proposed spending plan, which totals $260 billion. Federal funding is down 11.4 percent, or $10.3 billion, and state operating funds have increased by $157 billion. The state is expecting $17 billion more in state revenue over the next two years than earlier estimates.

“The governor is committed to economic growth and making sure there is a social safety net, and funding that social safety net across the board without increasing taxes,” Dominguez said. “In sum, the 2027 Executive Budget successfully balances two simultaneous realities that we have real momentum here in New York, and addressing the volatility that we know is ahead.”

The budget plan includes automated work-zone speed enforcement with new

speed cameras. Dominguez noted that some drivers have been speeding at over 100 miles per hour through work zones, according to the cameras.

The budget proposes deployment of the cameras on non-controlled-access highways, like Sunrise Highway. It also proposes protections for highway maintenance workers against violent assault.

Dominguez also touched on Hochul’s plan to lower the cost of car insurance.

The plan proposes changes to the state’s auto insurance laws that will punish perpetrators of staged car crashes.

The spending plan also includes funding for filling potholes on main roadways. “We are on a blitz statewide addressing potholes,” Dominguez said. It proposes investments of $107 million for paving on Long Island, including 50 miles of the Northern State Parkway and 35 miles of Sunrise Highway.

Action Long Island representative Michael Rodin suggested more improvements he wanted to see. “We want to make sure public transit is a part of the DOT’s agenda in the future,” he said. “We want roads to be able to accommodate buses as well as more cars — a lot of people take public transit to work.”

When the presentation was open for questions, Dominguez addressed a concern about independent contractors’ coverage under the anti-assault provisions in the budget. “The worker assault provision covers state employees as well as independent contractors,” she said.

“We need to make sure elected officials understand that transit and the lives of transit workers are important, so they fund initiatives to help these efforts and these people,” Marc Herbst, executive director of the Long Island Contractors Association, said. “If we don’t ask, they don’t respond.”

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DOT representatives, including Commissioner Marie Therese Dominguez, center right, made a presentation to the Long Island Association.

Babylon Hibernians name Jim Killen Man of the Year

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legacy now extends to his own children.

Killen said he was humbled by the recognition and proud to continue his family’s longstanding connection to the organization.

“I am honored and have immense pride being named Hibernian of the Year,” Killen said. “As a fourth-generation Hibernian, it means a great deal to me knowing the men in my family who came before me—my father, grandfather and great-grandfather— would be proud. The Ancient Order of Hibernians and its members are a tremendous asset to the Babylon community.”

Within the organization, Killen has

served in several leadership roles, including chairman of the standing committee, recording secretary, vice president and president. He has also served on the Membership Retention Committee and has chaired the division’s annual St. Patrick’s Ball 15 times.

Killen served as division president from 2020 to 2021 during the start of the COVID-19 pandemic. During that time, he worked to keep members connected despite restrictions on gatherings.

Beginning in March 2020, he made weekly phone calls to older members of the division to check on their well-being. He also organized virtual “Hibernian Happy Hour” gatherings on Zoom to give members an opportunity to connect.

Killen later launched the “Hibernian

CALENDAR OF EVENTS

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

MONDAY, April 13

•Babylon School Board of Education meeting: 7:30 p.m., Babylon Jr./Sr. High School library, 50 Railroad Ave., Babylon. For info., call 631-893-7925.

TUESDAY, April 14

•Village of Babylon Board of Trustees meeting: 7 p.m. (work session); 8 p.m. (regular meeting); Village Hall, 153 W. Main St., Babylon. For additional meeting information, call 631-6691500; or email: info@villageofbabylonny.gov; or visit the web site @https:// www.villageofbabylonny.gov.

•West Babylon School Board of Education meeting: 7 p.m. at the West Babylon Administration Building, 10 Farmingdale Rd., W. Babylon. For info., call 631-376-7008.

•North Babylon School Board of Education budget meeting: 7 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.

•Deer Park School Board of Educa -

tion meeting: 7:30 p.m. at the District Office, 1881 Deer Park Ave., Deer Park. For more info., call 631-274-4013; or visit the web site @http://www.deerparkschools.org.

•Republic Airport Commission public meeting: 7 p.m. at Republic Airport’s Main Terminal, 7150 Republic Airport, Room 201, Farmingdale. For information, call 631-752-7707 x6109 or email info@republicairport.net.

WEDNESDAY, April 15

•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.

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

SUNDAY, April 19

•Babylon Lions Pancake/Eggs Breakfast: 7:30 a.m.- 12 noon, at the American Legion Post, 22 Gove Place, Babylon Village. $15 donation per person - children under 5 years old and under are free. All you can eat. For more information, visit: www.babylonlions.com.

Hikers,” an outdoor initiative that brought members together for socially distanced walks during 2020 and 2021.

The division also supported healthcare workers at Good Samaritan University Hospital in West Islip during the pandemic by providing meals to hospital staff working multiple shifts. Members of the Saffron United Pipe Band also performed outside the hospital during evening shift changes.

Killen received the John Barry Medal in May 2021 in recognition of his leadership during that time. The award is one of the highest honors presented by the Ancient Order of Hibernians.

His presidency also coincided with the Babylon division’s 75th anniversary celebration. As part of the milestone, the organization dedicated a permanent monument bearing the division’s logo in Babylon Village’s Argyle Park.

Beyond the local division, Killen has served on the Ancient Order of Hibernians Suffolk County Board as director of public relations and currently serves on the board of directors of Babylon Hibernians Inc.

Since 2024, he has also served on the Patient and Family Advisory Council at Catholic Health’s Good Samaritan University Hospital.

In March 2024, Killen was honored by the Suffolk County Legislature as one of the county’s Irish American Persons of Distinction.

Killen has worked in the travel industry for more than 45 years and currently serves as president of the New York City chapter

of the American Society of Travel Advisors. He is also a 20-year member of the Saffron United Pipe Band Color Guard. He lives with his wife, Adrian, and is the father of Allison and Brian and grandfather to Abigail, Vincent, Trevor, Jane and Luca.

THE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH OF BABYLON Corner of Deer Park Avenue and James Street in the Village of Babylon, 631-661-5151 Website: babylonumc.org

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Courtesy Ancient Order of Hibernians Jim Killen, left, the Ancient Order of Hibernians in Babylon’s Man of the year with Cardinal Timothy Dolan.

North Babylon’s Woods Road school hosts successful Kids Heart Challenge

Woods Road Elementary School in the North Babylon School District hosted its annual Kids Heart Challenge on March 6, raising funds and awareness for the American Heart Association. Through the collective efforts of students, staff and families, the school community raised an impressive $25,383.

In addition to supporting an important cause, students participated in activities designed to promote heart health and wellness. Throughout the event, they learned about ways to care for their own hearts by staying active, eating healthy foods and maintaining positive daily habits.

Students were encouraged to engage in at least 60 minutes of physical activity each day, drink plenty of water, eat a balanced diet that includes fruits and vegetables, and aim for 10 hours of sleep each night. These lessons reinforced the importance of making healthy choices that support overall well-being.

The event also highlighted the value of kindness and helping others. Students learned about children living with heart conditions and discussed how their efforts can make a meaningful difference in the lives of others.

Cameron Scott and Austin Wreckter Balcaceres

Dernier Philippe and Gabriel Salomon

Courtesy North Babylon school district

Woods Road Elementary School in the North Babylon School District hosted its annual Kids Heart Challenge on March 6, raising more than $25,000 for the cause. Shown at the event are Victoria Hamill and Leonel Salgado

There was great egg-citement at Lindenhurst’s spring celebration

good time,” said Caitlin Sempowich, assistant director at Lindenhurst Memorial Library.

Dave Collins, village trustee and member of the fire department, said the turnout reflected strong community engagement.

“We’re just excited to have all the children in the village out on a nice day and to celebrate Easter,” he said.

Andrew Belding of the Chamber of Commerce said he used the event as a

team-building opportunity with his Lindenhurst American Little League players, who kicked off their season with a walk through downtown.

He added that the event also helped connect residents with local business owners and showcase offerings throughout the village.

The Village of Lindenhurst’s next community event, the Springfest Street Fair, is scheduled for May 3 from noon to 5 p.m. along North and South Wellwood Avenue.

Lucas Miller with his dad Jeff.

Lana Callanan having a hoppin’ good time at the Eggstravaganza.

Milena Sokolowska with her daughter Melania getting ready for the egg hunt through the village.

Nathan Rosinsky gets his photo taken with the Easter Bunny.

STEPPING OUT

‘Rent’ star Adam Pascal returns to reimagine the jukebox musical

By Iris Wiener

When Adam Pascal pulls into Long Island these days, it’s not just a commute; it’s a homecoming layered with memory, coincidence, and creative possibility. This spring, the Tony-nominated performer-turned-director from Syosset is channeling all of that into “Feels Like the First Time: The Foreigner Musical.”

The new production premieres April 17 at the Little Theatre on Long Island University’s Brookville campus.

The project, created in collaboration with the legendary rock band Foreigner, marks the launch of LIU’s New Works Initiative and Pascal’s tenure as the university’s inaugural Artist-in-Residence. But for Pascal, the journey to this moment is anything but typical.

The path to directing the show began not in a rehearsal room, but at a backyard barbecue.

“Tom Dunn [Tilles Center’s creative producer, executive/artistic Director and Dean of LIU’s College of Arts and Design] lives across the street from my sister. I first met Tom and his wife at a barbecue,” Pascal relates. “Tom said, ‘We’re doing this thing. Do you want to direct it?’”

From there, the pieces quickly began to align. A previous version of the musical had been developed, but Pascal and the team — including book writer Stephen Garvey and arranger David Abbinanti — set out to reshape it into something fresh: a high-energy, heart-driven story set in the 1980s, centered on three families whose lives collide when a rock star arrives for a backyard concert after an MTV contest win.

“We wanted to create something that was fun and that had heart, that understood its purpose using Foreigner’s music,” Pascal says.

That purpose, however, comes with a unique creative challenge. The musical weaves iconic songs into an original narrative — a process Pascal describes as both complex and deeply collaborative.

“You’re creating a story, and in many ways building a scene backwards,” he explains. “You have these lyrics that were never written to be narrative in that way, so you have to do a lot of reverse engineering.”

Still, that creative freedom is part of the appeal.

“We get to reimagine these songs,” he adds. “They’ve now become narrative storytelling songs.”

The new musical features a company of 26 performers, primarily LIU students — a fact Pascal calls fortuitous.

“The combination of this process, this particular show, and this university … it couldn’t have been a better melding of all things.”

For Pascal, working with students isn’t just about mentorship — it’s personal, as he has two sons the same age as the young cast. His directing style reflects that perspective, blending instinct, experience and a focus on emotional authenticity.

“I approach it from a much more naturalistic and real place. I’m trying to orchestrate a picture and to get them to use their emotions in a physical way.”

That lived-in approach comes from decades in the industry, which includes roles in Broadway’s “Aida,” “Memphis” and “Something Rotten,” besides the iconic“Rent.” However, Pascal quickly points out that he was never formally trained.

New Works Initiative, an incubator for developing and refining new theatrical works by both emerging and established writers.

• Friday through Sunday, April 17-19 and Thursday through Sunday, April 23-26, varied times

• Tickets are $43.82, $17.82 students; available at tillescenter.org/events

• Tilles Center for the Performing Arts, LIU Post, 720 Northern Blvd., Brookville

“My approach can only be [described as] a layman approach. I’m fortunate enough to now have 30 years of experience making musicals.”

And yet, for all his Broadway credentials, Pascal is candid about the challenges facing the industry today — particularly the financial barriers that make developing new work increasingly difficult in New York City.

“We all have to change the mindset about working in New York,” he says bluntly, pointing to rising production costs and systemic issues. Instead, he sees projects like “Feels Like the First Time” as part of a larger shift — one that prioritizes creativity, collaboration and accessibility over tradition and expense.

“I want to take the power out of Broadway’s hands and put it back into the hands of people who make theater,” he states.

That philosophy is evident in the show’s development process, which Pascal praises for its efficiency and clarity of vision.

For LIU students like Anna Frost, being part of that process is nothing short of transformative. A senior serving as dramaturg for the show, Frost is deeply embedded in the rehearsal rooms, helping to shape the evolving script.

“It is so exciting for me to work on a show which is in development,” she says. “I get to work with a living, breathing text.”

For her, the experience underscores the importance of new work in today’s theatrical landscape.

“There has to be new art that is relevant to what is happening now,” she adds. “Getting to be a part of something that will be history is really cool.”

Pascal agrees and hopes the students recognize the significance of their involvement.

“They’ll forever be connected to this show as the first people that played these characters,” he says. “If the show becomes a hit, they’ll always have that on their resume.”

That sense of legacy resonates deeply with Pascal himself, particularly given his return to Long Island. He remains deeply connected to his roots, and optimistic about its potential as a hub for theatrical innovation.

“There’s no better place for it,” he says of LIU. “They have the facilities, the desire and the proximity to the city.”

As for what’s next, Pascal continues to develop new musicals through his production company, including an adaptation of “Ruthless People.” He’s also set to direct “Our Little Secret: A True New Musical” in Toronto. For now, “Feels Like the First Time” offers something that feels incredibly meaningful — -a chance to build, collaborate, and rediscover the spark that started it all.

Or, as Pascal might put it, to make it feel like the first time all over again.

Mike DelGuidice

Local favorite Mike DelGuidice returns to the Paramount stage with his popular residency, delivering the high-energy, feel-good performances that have made him a hometown standout. Backed by his powerhouse band, DelGuidice brings the music of his idol, Billy Joel, to life with passion and precision, celebrating decades of iconic hits in a rousing, crowd-pleasing show. A multi-instrumentalist who grew up immersed in music, DelGuidice’s deep knowledge of Joel’s catalog ultimately led to sharing the stage with the Piano Man himself, touring around the world. Alongside Joel’s beloved classics, he weaves in his own original songs, showcasing the songwriting that has earned him a devoted following. Whether performing on stage or connecting with fans through his “Live on the Porch” series, which brought audiences together during the pandemic, DelGuidice continues to share his love of music in ways that resonate far and wide.

Friday and Saturday, April 10-11, 8 p.m. The Paramount, 370 New York Ave., Huntington. Tickets available at ticketmaster.com or paramountny.com.

Fleetwood Macked

Eighteen years ago Fleetwood Macked set out to provide audiences with the truest live Fleetwood Mac experience as possible and haven’t stopped since. Much of the realism comes from the New York-based band’s history. Husband and wife musical team Hillary and Michael Epstein (Stevie and Lindsey) and friends Tracy Wells, Jay Novas, Phil Weiss and Andrew Nadien (Christine, John and Mick) have made great music together in various incarnations that finally all came together with their mutual love of Fleetwood Mac. They are and have always been professional touring rock musicians, which also adds to the authenticity of the sound of the band. Fleetwood Macked live brings audiences the passion, depth, heart, and the musicianship Fleetwood Mac’s music requires. Out of love and respect musical liberties are not taken, songs are recreated just as Fleetwood Mac intended them.

Friday, April 10, 8 p.m. $48. My Father’s Place 1221 Old Northern Blvd., Roslyn. Tickets available at mfpproductions.com.

Photo courtesy Jack Roman

Adam Pascal, left, with Tilles Center’s Executive and Artistic Director Tom Dunn, is launching LIU Post’s

the Porch” series, which brought

“Feels is

Your Neighborhood CALENDAR

Wendy Klemperer: Wrought Taxonomies

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

• Where: 180 Little Neck Road, Centerport

• Time: 10 a.m.-5 p.m.

• Contact: vanderbiltmuseum. org or call (631) 854-5579

‘Everybody Loves

Raymond: Celebrating

30 Years’

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

• Where: 97 Main St., Stony Brook

• Time: 11 a.m.-6 p.m.

• Contact: limusichalloffame.org or (631) 689-5888

Babylon Zoning Board of Appeals meets

The Town of Babylon holds a Zoning Board of Appeals meeting. All are welcome to attend.

• Where: Town Board Room, Babylon Town Hall, 200 E.

Micky Dolenz

dinner, a Bible story, as well as crafts and games.

• Where: 79 E. Main St., Babylon

• Time: 5:30-7 p.m.

• Contact: (631) 587-5838

APR

22

Rotary Tea Party

Babylon Rotary welcomes all to a tea party at Bestea. Hosted by PresidentElect Joe DeBello, enjoy an afternoon of tea, light bites, conversation and community. RSVP by April 17 at shorturl.at/ jX6Gj.

• Where: 41 E. Main St., Babylon Village

• Time: 12:30 p.m.

• Contact: babylonrotary.com

JUN

18

Top Golf Pre-Launch Twosome Edition

• Time: 8 p.m.

Micky Dolenz celebrates the 60th anniversary of The Monkees with a special tour honoring the band’s enduring legacy and timeless sound. In this nostalgic and high-spirited performance, Dolenz takes audiences on a musical journey through The Monkees’ rise to fame, performing their biggest hits in chronological order while sharing personal stories from his decades in entertainment. As the last surviving member of the beloved group, Dolenz brings both heart and history to the stage, paying tribute to bandmates Davy Jones, Peter Tork and Michael Nesmith, while celebrating the fans who helped transform a fictional TV band into a global sensation. A true entertainment veteran, Dolenz’s career spans decades and disciplines — from his early days as a child star on “Circus Boy” to his work as a singer, actor, director and radio host. In recent years, he has continued to keep The Monkees’ music alive for new generations, including a solo tour performing the group’s 1967 album “Headquarters” in its entirety. This is sure to be a heartfelt, hit-filled evening that blends music, memories and a lasting connection to one of pop culture’s most iconic acts.

Sunrise Highway, Lindenhurst

• Time: 6 p.m.

• Contact: (631) 957-3012

APR 11

Spring Fling

The Babylon Village Chamber of Commerce hosts heir annual Spring Fling. Enjoy a pedestrian-only experience with entertainment, outdoor dining, shopping village boutiques and visiting vendors. With food trucks and a kid zone sponsored by the Babylon Village Arts Council.

• Where: Deer Park Ave., from Main St. to Park Ave.

• Time: Noon-5 p.m.

• Contact: babylonchamber.com or (631) 213-6894

Save the Great South Bay Project

Volunteers are needed for the Village of Amityville and Town of Babylon environmental partnership to control invasive plant species in local waterways. This project is to remove invasive parrot feathers. Volunteers must wear old clothing. Bring boots, waders or hip boots are best. Also bring rubber gloves, or disposable plastic gloves will be provided. Coffee and breakfast. Park on the south side of Union

Ave. Rain date is April 18.

• Where: Delano Preserve, Union Ave., east of Route 110

• Time: 8:30 a.m.-noon.

• Contact: amityville.com/ facilities/facility/details/delanonature-trail-6 or (631) 264-6000

Private Tour of Raynham Hall Museum

The Babylon Village Historical and Preservation Society offers members a private tour of the Raynham Hall Museum. $8 per person upon arrival. You must provide your own transportation. Directions will be sent at registration. Space is limited and reservations are required.

• Where: 30 W. Main St., Oyster Bay

• Time: 10:30 a.m.

• Contact: (631) 796-1016 or babylonvillagehistoricalsociety@ yahoo.com

Babylon SitDown Dinner Every Monday Nourish Babylon holds a sitdown dinner at Christ

• Where: The Paramount, 370 New York Ave., Huntington.

• Contact: ticketmaster.com or paramountny.com

Episcopal Church. All are welcome to attend.

• Where: 12 Prospect St., Babylon

• Time: 5-6:30 p.m.

• Contact: (631) 661-5757

Babylon Board of Trustees meet

The Village of Babylon holds their next Board of Trustees meeting. All are welcome to attend.

• Where: Village Hall, 153 W. Main St., Babylon

• Time: 8 p.m.

• Contact: (631) 669-1500

North Babylon BOE meets

The North Babylon Board of Education holds a budget meeting. All are welcome to attend.

• Where: North Babylon High School, 1 Phelps Lane, North Babylon

• Time: 7 p.m. .

• Contact: (631) 620-7000

Kid Zone

APR 15

Children in grades Pre-K-5 are invited to First Presbyterian Church’s Kid Zone, weekly. Included is

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 first-timers. 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

Having an event?

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

NOTICE OF SALE SUPREME COURT COUNTY OF SUFFOLK TH MSR HOLDINGS LLC

F/K/A MATRIX FINANCIAL SERVICES CORPORATION, Plaintiff AGAINST MICHAEL A. MILLS, JENNIFER A. MILLS, ET AL., Defendant(s)

Pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale duly entered March 20, 2025, I, the undersigned Referee will sell at public auction at the Babylon Town Hall, 200 East Sunrise Highway, Lindenhurst, NY 11757 on April 28, 2026 at 9:00 AM, premises known as 554 South 8th Street, Lindenhurst, NY 11757. All that certain plot piece or parcel of land, with the buildings and improvements erected, situate, lying and being in the Incorporated Village of Lindenhurst, Town of Babylon, County of Suffolk and State of New York, District 0103

Section 017.00 Block 04.00 Lot 040.000. Approximate amount of judgment $324,465.42 plus interest and costs. Premises will be sold subject to provisions of filed Judgment Index #621515/2023. For sale information, please visit Auction. com at www .Auction.com or call (800) 280-2832. Glenn P. Warmuth, Esq., Referee Gross Polowy, LLC 1775 Wehrle Drive Williamsville, NY 14221 23-002246 89257 26-173. 3/26, 4/2, 9, 16

NOTICE OF SALE

SUPREME COURT

SUFFOLK COUNTY U.S. BANK NATIONAL ASSOCIATION AS TRUSTEE, SUCCESSOR IN INTEREST TO BANK OF AMERICA, NATIONAL ASSOCIATION, AS SUCCESSOR BY MERGER TO LASALLE BANK

NATIONAL ASSOCIATION, AS TRUSTEE FOR CERTIFICATE HOLDERS OF BEARS STEARNS ASSET BACKED SECURITIES 1 LLC, ASSET BACKED CERTIFICATES, SERIES 2007-AQ1, Plaintiff against BEVERLY JONES A/K/A BEVERLY CREWS, et al Defendant(s) Attorney for Plaintiff(s) Fein Such & Crane, LLP, 28 East Main Street, Suite 1800, Rochester, NY 14614.

Pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered December 23, 2025, I will sell at public auction to the highest bidder at Babylon Townhall, 200 East Sunrise Highway, Lindenhurst, NY 11757 on April 30, 2026 at 2:15 PM. Premises known as 67 North 16th Street, Wyandanch, NY 11798, A/K/A 67 North 16th Street, Wheatly Heights, NY 11798. District 0100 Sec 040.00 Block 01.00 Lot 006.000. 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 $393,742.51 plus interest, fees, and costs. Premises will be sold subject to provisions of filed Judgment Index No 600144/2024.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.

Scott H. Siller, Esq., Referee File # SPSNY804

26-167 3/26, 4/2, 9,16

Public Notices

Pursuant to Resolution adopted by the Village Board: SEALED BIDS will be received by the Village Clerk of the Village of Babylon at 153 West Main Street, Babylon, New York, 11702 on Thursday, April 16, 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 LIGHTHOUSE ROAD BULKHEAD REPLACEMENT

This project includes the removal and replacement of approximately 157 linear feet of timber bulkhead with new vinyl bulkhead in the same location as existing.  Drawings and specifications may be examined and obtained at the Village Hall, between the hours of 9:00 AM and 5:00 PM daily except Saturdays, Sundays, and Holidays on and after Thursday, April 02, 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 or Bid Bond made payable to the Village of Babylon in the amount of five percent (5%) of the total amount of the bid.   Bid proposals should be made in sealed envelopes clearly marked “Lighthouse Road Bulkhead Replacement”. 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 informali-

ties 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 26-196 4/2, 9

NOTICE OF SALE

SUPREME COURT: SUFFOLK COUNTY. LOAN FUNDER LLC, SERIES 38088, Pltf. vs. ADVANCED CONSULTING & REAL ESTATE SERVICES LLC., et al, Defts. Index #613178/2025.  Pursuant to judgment of foreclosure and sale entered March 9, 2026, I will sell at public auction on the front steps of the Babylon Town Hall, 200 East Sunrise Hwy., Lindenhurst, NY on May 7, 2026 at 10:00 a.m., prem. k/a 9 State Street, West Babylon, NY 11704 a/k/a, Section 105.00, Block 01.00, Lot 052.000. Approx. amt. of judgment is $414,360.15 plus costs and interest.  Sold subject to terms and conditions of filed judgment and terms of sale. JOSHUA PARKER BLUMBERG, Referee. DEUTSCH & SCHNEIDER LLP, Attys. for Pltf.. 79-37 Myrtle Avenue, Glendale, NY 11385. File No. LF-607- #102868 26-200 4/2, 9, 16, 23

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

Notice is hereby given that a license, Application ID: CL-26-10071001 for liquor, beer, wine, and cider has been applied for by the undersigned to sell liquor, beer, wine, and cider at retail in a Restaurant under the Alcoholic Beverage Control Law at 86 Deer Park Ave, Babylon, NY 11702, County of Suffolk, for on premises consumption at KOTOBUKI BABYLON, INC. 26-181. 4/2, 9

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 Office location, County of SuffolkSSNY 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 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 RAYLA RESTAURANT GROUP

LLC. Articles of Organization filed with the Secretary of State of New York (SSNY) on 10/07/2025. Office location: Suffolk County. SSNY designated as agent of the LLC upon whom process may be served. SSNY shall mail a copy of process to: 26 Hanover Pl, Smithtown, NY 11787. Purpose: any lawful activity.

26-199 4/2, 9, 16, 23, 30, 5/7

Notice of Formation of LCG Innovative Consultant LLC filed with SSNY on March 10, 2026. Office location: Suffolk County. SSNY is designated as agent for service of process. SSNY shall mail a copy of process to: 30 Brown Blvd, Wheatley Heights NY 11798. Purpose: to engage in any lawful act or activity.

26-176. 3/26, 4/2, 9, 16, 23, 30

SUPREME COURT OF THE STATE OF NEW YORK COUNTY OF SUFFOLK

U.S. BANK TRUST NATIONAL ASSOCIATION, NOT IN ITS INDIVIDUAL CAPACITY BUT SOLELY AS OWNER TRUSTEE FOR RCF 2 ACQUISITION TRUST,\ -againstDEBRA WISE A/K/A DEBRA R. WISE, 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 19, 2026, wherein U.S. BANK TRUST NATIONAL ASSOCIATION, NOT IN ITS INDIVIDUAL CAPACITY BUT SOLELY AS OWNER TRUSTEE FOR RCF 2 ACQUISITION TRUST is the Plaintiff and DEBRA WISE A/K/A DEBRA R. WISE, 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 April 28, 2026 at 10:30AM, premises known as 509 11TH STREET, WEST BABYLON, NY 11704; and the following tax map identification: 0100130.00-04.00-086.000.

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 Premises will be sold subject to provisions of filed Judgment Index No.: 614779/2023. David Bishop, 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.

26-171 - 3/26, 4/2, 9, 16

Notice of formation of KELLS CONSULTING COLLECTIVE, LLC, a Limited Liability Company. Articles of Organization filed with the Secretary of State of the State of New York (SSNY) on 01/15/2026. Office located in Suffolk County. SSNY has

been designated for service of process. SSNY shall mail a copy of any process served against the LLC to C/O the LLC, 108 OCEAN AVE, AMITYVILLE, NY 11701. Purpose: Providing consulting and advisory services.

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PUBLIC NOTICE

BOARD 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, April 15, 2026, in the Municipal Building, at 153 West Main Street, Babylon, New York to consider the following applications:

• Application of Philip Terribile, 4282 Oak Beach, Oak Beach, NY 11702, for permission to maintain a storage yard on the premises located at 141-145 John Street, Babylon, NY, requiring a special use variance to have a storage yard in the Industrial District. The storage yard has a temporary office trailer, eight storage structures, and nine additional structures. Property located in Industrial District, Suffolk County Real Property Tax Map District 0102, Section 7, Block 2, Lots 86 and 87. Application made in accordance with Sections 365-21, 365-63 and 365-35.

• Application of James Luttieri, Suffolk Marine Center Inc., 21 Shore Road, Babylon, NY, for permission to install boat racks on the east side of the property on the premises located at 21 Shore Road, Babylon, NY requiring variances to reduce the rear yard setback from 25 feet required to 6 feet proposed. Property located in Residence A-7, Suffolk County Real Property Tax Map District 0102, Section 14, Block 3, Lot 27.1. Application made in accordance with Sections 365-15

and 365-35.

• Application of Peter Jespersen, 248 Rt. 25A, Suite 8, Setauket, NY, agent for owner Thomas Dwyer, 59 Beachwood Drive, Babylon, NY for permission to construct a second story addition on the premises located at 59 Beachwood Drive, Babylon, NY requiring variances to reduce the front yard setback from 30 feet required to 25.4 feet existing, to reduce the total side yard setback from 20 feet to 18.3 feet existing, to increase lot coverage from 25% allowed to 27.7% proposed and to reduce the minimum lot width from 85 feet required to 60 feet existing. Property located in Residence A-9 District, Suffolk County Real Property Tax Map District 0102, Section 8, Block 1, Lot 7. Application made in accordance with Sections 365-14 and 365-35.

• Application of Howard Haberly, 68 South Carll Avenue, Babylon, NY for permission to construct a new front stoop on the premises located at 68 South Carll Avenue Babylon, NY requiring a variance to reduce the front yard setback from 35 feet required to 24 feet proposed. Property located in Residence A-11 District, Suffolk County Real Property Tax Map District 0102, Section 13, Block 2, Lot 34. Application made in accordance with Sections 365-13 and 365-35.

• Application of Dean Koutsoumbis, 121 Newbridge Road, Hicksville, NY 11801, agent for owner Matthew Scalza, 113 Lucinda Drive, Babylon, NY for permission to install a generator on the premises located at 113 Lucinda Drive, Babylon, NY requir-

ing a variances to reduce the minimum side yard setback from 15 feet required to 4 feet proposed and to reduce the total side yard setback from 30 feet required to 25 feet 8.25 inches proposed.

Property located in Residence A-11 District, Suffolk County Real Property Tax Map District 0102, Section 21, Block 1, Lot 22. Application made in accordance with Sections 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. APPLICANTS OR THEIR DULY APPOINTED REPRESENTATIVES MUST APPEAR IN PERSON AT THE ABOVE HEARING.

BRUCE HUMENIK, CHAIRMAN

JEFFREY C. WEBER, SECRETARY 26-194. 4/2, 9

NOTICE OF SALE SUPREME COURT SUFFOLK COUNTY WILMINGTON SAVINGS FUND SOCIETY, FSB, NOT IN ITS INDIVIDUAL CAPACITY BUT SOLELY AS OWNER TRUSTEE OF CSMC 2021-RPL4 TRUST, Plaintiff against MARK GETZ, et al Defendant(s) Attorney for Plaintiff(s) Margolin, Weinreb & Nierer,

Public Notices

LLP, 575 Underhill Boulevard, Suite 224, Syosset, NY 11791.

Pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered March 9, 2026, I will sell at public auction to the highest bidder at Babylon Townhall, 200 East Sunrise Highway, Lindenhurst, NY 11757 on May 14, 2026 at 3:00 PM. Premises known as 685 Howard Avenue, Copiague, NY 11726. District 0100 Sec 196.00 Block 03.00 Lot 063.000. All that certain plot, piece or parcel of land, situate, lying and being at Copiague, Town of Babylon, County of Suffolk and State of New York. Approximate Amount of Judgment is $471,091.88 plus interest, fees, and costs. Premises will be sold subject to provisions of filed Judgment Index No 626255/2024. 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 Fuchs, Esq., Referee File # 230908

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SUPREME COURT OF THE STATE OF NEW YORK COUNTY OF SUFFOLK U.S. BANK TRUST NATIONAL ASSOCIATION, NOT IN ITS INDIVIDUAL CAPACITY BUT SOLELY AS OWNER TRUSTEE FOR RCAF ACQUISITION TRUST, -againstPATRICIA PETRILLO, 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 March 5, 2026, wherein U.S. BANK TRUST NATIONAL ASSOCIATION, NOT IN ITS INDIVIDUAL CAPACITY BUT SOLELY AS OWNER TRUSTEE FOR RCAF ACQUISITION TRUST is the Plaintiff and PATRICIA PETRILLO, 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 May 11, 2026 at 1:45PM, premises known as 285 WEST 10TH STREET, DEER PARK, NY 11729; and the following tax map identification: 0100086.00-02.00-002.000. 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

Premises will be sold subject to provisions of filed Judgment Index No.: 608969/2023. Francesco P. Tini, 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. 26-206. 4/9, 4/16, 23, 30

NOTICE OF SALE SUPREME COURT COUNTY OF SUFFOLK DEUTSCHE BANK TRUST COMPANY AMERICAS AS TRUSTEE RALI 2006-QS12, Plaintiff AGAINST TAREQ MOLLAH A/K/A TAREQ M. MOLLAH; ET AL., Defendant(s) Pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale duly entered September 6, 2024, I, the undersigned Referee will sell at public auction at the Babylon Town Hall, 200 East Sunrise Highway, Lindenhurst, NY 11757 on May 11, 2026 at 1:00 PM, premises known as 130 Claremont Avenue, West Babylon, NY 11704. All that certain plot piece or parcel of land, with the buildings and improvements erected, situate, lying and being in the Town of Babylon, County of Suffolk, State of New York, District: 0100 Section: 141.00 Block: 02.00 Lot(s): 057.000 & 058.003. Approximate amount of judgment $1,016,322.20 plus interest and costs. Premises will be sold subject to provisions of filed Judgment Index #203752/2022. For sale information, please visit Auction. com at www.Auction.com or call (800) 280-2832. Francesco Paolo Tini, Esq., Referee FEIN, SUCH & CRANE, LLP 28 East Main Street, Suite 1800 Rochester, NY 14614 SPSNY760 89477 26-207. 4/9, 16, 23, 30

NOTICE OF SALE SUPREME COURT COUNTY OF SUFFOLK KINECTA FEDERAL CREDIT UNION, Plaintiff AGAINST JASMINE MORGAN AS HEIR TO THE ESTATE OF ROBIN MORGANHAWKINS, ROB -

ERT L. HAWKINS, JR. AS HEIR TO THE ESTATE OF ROBIN MORGANHAWKINS, ET AL., Defendant(s) Pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale duly entered February 10, 2026, I, the undersigned Referee will sell at public auction at the Babylon Town Hall, 200 East Sunrise Highway, Lindenhurst, NY 11757 on May 12, 2026 at 10:00 AM, premises known as 31 South 23rd Street, Wyandanch, NY 11798. All that certain plot piece or parcel of land, with the buildings and improvements erected, situate, lying and being in the Town of Babylon, County of Suffolk and State of New York, District 0100 Section 055.00 Block 02.00 Lot 030.001. Approximate amount of judgment $182,838.07 plus interest and costs. Premises will be sold subject to provisions of filed Judgment Index #631468/2023. For sale information, please visit Auction. com at www.Auction. com or call (800) 2802832. Joy E. Jorgensen, Esq., Referee Gross Polowy, LLC 1775 Wehrle Drive Williamsville, NY 14221 22-004060 89482 26-208. 4/9, 16, 23, 30

NOTICE OF SALE SUPREME COURT COUNTY OF SUFFOLK U.S. BANK NATIONAL ASSOCIATION, AS TRUSTEE FOR STRUCTURED ASSET SECURITIES CORPORATION

MORTGAGE PASSTHROUGH CERTIFICATES, SERIES 2007-GEL2, Plaintiff AGAINST LUIS A. ESPINAL LOPEZ AKA LUIS ALONSO ESPINAL LOPEZ, PIERRE JUSTIN, ET AL., Defendant(s) Pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale duly entered

July 18, 2022, I, the undersigned Referee will sell at public auction at the Babylon Town Hall, 200 East Sunrise Highway, Lindenhurst, NY 11757 on May 7, 2026 at 2:00 PM, premises known as 128 North 17th Street, Wyandanch, NY 11798. All that certain plot piece or parcel of land, with the buildings and improvements erected, situate, lying and being at Wyandanch, in the Town of Babylon, County of Suffolk and State of New York, District 0100, Section 013.00, Block 03.00, Lot 129.000. Approximate amount of judgment $719,102.74 plus interest and costs. Premises will be sold subject to provisions of filed Judgment Index #603217/2017. For sale information, please contact XOME at www.Xome.com or call (844) 400-9633. Joseph L. Fritz, Esq., Referee Gross Polowy, LLC 1775 Wehrle Drive Williamsville, NY 14221 16-005240 89426

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Notice of formation of Blue Water Operations LLC Articles of Organization filed with the Secretary of State of New York (SS Y) on 03/26/2026 Office location, County of Suffolk SSNY has been designated as agent of the LLC upon whom process against it may be served.  SSNY shall mail a process served to: 69 Cotter St., West Islip NY 11795 Purpose: any lawful act.

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April 9, 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 votes will serve a five-

year term beginning July 1, 2026 and ending on June 30, 2031.

FURTHER RE -

SOLVED, 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 elect 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 adopt 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 Notices

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 (“walk- in 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 personally 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 LEGAL POSTPONEMENT OF SALE

SUPREME COURT

COUNTY OF Suffolk, Wilmington Savings Fund Society, FSB, As Owner Trustee of the Residential Credit Opportunities Trust VIA, Plaintiff, vs. Ralph A. Santiago a/k/a Ralph Santiago, ET AL., Defendant(s).

Pursuant to an Order Confirming Referee Report and Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale duly entered on December 29, 2025, 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 1:00 p.m., premises known as 152 Gracie Drive, North Babylon,

NY 11703. 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 120.00, Block 02.00 and Lot 007.000. Approximate amount of judgment is $455,388.60 plus interest and costs. Premises will be sold subject to provisions of filed Judgment Index # 604149/2025. The original sale was scheduled for March 18, 2026 at the same time and location.

Francesco P. Tini, Esq., Referee Friedman Vartolo LLP, 85 Broad Street, Suite 501, New York, New York 10004, Attorneys for Plaintiff. Firm File No.: 201344-1 26-204. 4/9

Notice is hereby given that a license, Application ID: NA0340-26-107518 for liquor, beer, wine, and cider has been applied for by the undersigned to sell liquor, beer, wine, and cider at retail in a Restaurant under the Alcoholic Beverage Control Law at 6092 Jericho Turnpike, Commack, NY 11725, County of Suffolk, for on premises consumption at JSJM Hospitality Group Inc. 26-212 4/9. 16

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

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 FUR-

THER 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

Public Notices

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 MEMORIAL LIBRARY

BY:GABRIELLE

GIACOMAZZO, BOARD PRESIDENT 26-102 2/26, 3/12, 26, 4/9

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 Biblioteca 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 den-

tro 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 MEMORIAL LIBRARY

POR:GABRIELLE GIACOMAZZO, PRESIDENTA DEL COMITÉ

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April 9, 2026 —

SUPREME COURT OF THE STATE OF NEW YORK COUNTY OF SUFFOLK REVERSE MORTGAGE SOLUTIONS, INC., -againstDENISE HALL, AS HEIR AND DISTRIBUTEE OF THE ESTATE OF MINNIE HALL, 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 January 14, 2025, wherein REVERSE MORTGAGE SOLUTIONS, INC. is the Plaintiff and DENISE HALL, AS HEIR AND DISTRIBUTEE OF THE ESTATE OF MINNIE HALL, 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 April 30, 2026 at 2:00PM, premises known as 124 SOUTH 30TH STREET, WYANDANCH, NY 11798; and the following tax map identification: 0100-053.00-02.00058.001.

ALL THAT CERTAIN PLOT, PIECE OR PARCEL OF LAND, SITUATE, LYING AND BEING IN THE TOWN OF BABYLON, COUNTY OF SUFFOLK, STATE OF NEW YORK

Premises will be sold subject to provisions of filed Judgment Index No.: 619716/2016. Scott H. Siller, Esq. - Referee. Robertson, Anschutz, Schneid, Crane & Partners, PLLC, 900 Merchants Concourse, Suite 310, Westbury, New York 11590, Attorneys for Plaintiff. All foreclosure sales

will be conducted in accordance with Covid-19 guidelines including, but not limited to, social distancing and mask wearing. *LOCATION OF SALE SUBJECT TO CHANGE DAY OF IN ACCORDANCE WITH COURT/ CLERK DIRECTIVES.

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SUPREME COURT OF THE STATE OF NEW YORK INDEX NO. 619832/2025 COUNTY OF SUFFOLK

Plaintiff designates SUFFOLK as the place of trial situs of the real property

SUPPLEMENTAL SUMMONS

Mortgaged Premises: 41 SOUTH 31ST STREET, WYANDANCH, NY 11798 District: 0100, Section: 054.00, Block: 04.00, Lot: 019.002

MORTGAGE ASSETS MANAGEMENT, LLC, Plaintiff, vs. LAWRENCE SCOTT, AS HEIR AND DISTRIBUTEE OF THE ESTATE OF ANNABELLE SCOTT; ERIC SCOTT, AS HEIR AND DISTRIBUTEE OF THE ESTATE OF ANNABELLE SCOTT; VALENCIO BLACKWOOD, JR., AS HEIR AND DISTRIBUTEE OF THE ESTATE OF ANNABELLE SCOTT; CARL ANTHONY BLACKWOOD, AS HEIR AND DISTRIBUTEE OF THE ESTATE OF ANNABELLE SCOTT; UNKNOWN HEIRS AND DISTRIBUTEES OF THE ESTATE OF ANNABELLE SCOTT, any and all persons unknown to plaintiff, claiming, or who may claim to have an interest in, or general or specific lien upon the real property described in this ac-

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tion; such unknown persons being herein generally described and intended to be included in the following designation, namely: the wife, widow, husband, widower, heirs at law, next of kin, descendants, executors, administrators, devisees, legatees, creditors, trustees, committees, lienors, and assignees of such deceased, any and all persons deriving interest in or lien upon, or title to said real property by, through or under them, or either of them, and their respective wives, widows, husbands, widowers, heirs at law, next of kin, descendants, executors, administrators, devisees, legatees, creditors, trustees, committees, lienors and assigns, all of whom and whose names, except as stated, are unknown to plaintiff; SUSTAINABLE NEIGHBORHOODS LLC; NEW YORK STATE DEPARTMENT OF TAXATION AND FINANCE; UNITED STATES OF AMERICA, "JOHN DOE #1" through "JOHN DOE #12," the last twelve names being fictitious and unknown to plaintiff, the persons or parties intended being the tenants, occupants, persons or corporations, if any, having or claiming an interest in or lien upon the premises, described in the complaint, Defendants.

To the above named Defendants YOU ARE HEREBY SUMMONED to answer the Complaint in the above entitled action and to serve a copy of your Answer on the plaintiff’s attorney within twenty (20) days of the service of

this Summons, exclusive of the day of service, or within thirty (30) days after service of the same is complete where service is made in any manner other 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. Your failure to appear or to answer will result in a judgment against you by default for the relief demanded in the Complaint. In the event that a deficiency balance remains from the sale proceeds, a judgment may be entered against you.

NOTICE OF NATURE OF ACTION AND RELIEF

SOUGHT

THE OBJECT of the above caption action is to foreclose a Mortgage to secure the sum of $352,500.00 and interest, recorded on February 14, 2007, in Liber M00021476 at Page 599, of the Public Records of SUFFOLK County, New York., covering premises known as 41 SOUTH 31ST STREET, WYANDANCH, NY 11798.

The relief sought in the within action is a final judgment directing the sale of the premises described above to satisfy the debt secured by the Mortgage described above.

SUFFOLK County is designated as the place of trial because the real property affected by this action is located in said county.

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 fore-

closure proceeding against you and filing the answer with the court, a default judgment may be entered and you can lose your home.

Speak to an attorney or go to the court where your case is pending for further information on how to answer the summons and protect your property. Sending a payment to the mortgage company will not stop the foreclosure action.

YOU MUST RESPOND BY SERVING A COPY OF THE ANSWER ON THE ATTORNEY FOR THE PLAINTIFF (MORTGAGE COMPANY) AND FILING THE ANSWER WITH THE COURT.

Dated: March 17th, 2026

ROBERTSON, ANSCHUTZ, SCHNEID, CRANE & PARTNERS, PLLC

Attorney for Plaintiff Matthew Rothstein, Esq.

900 Merchants Concourse, Suite 310 Westbury, NY 11590 516-280-7675

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Notice of Formation of Idlewild Ventures LLC ("the LLC"). Articles of Organization filed with the Secretary of State of New York ("SSNY") on March 9, 2026. Office location: Suffolk County. Street address of LLC: 55 Larboard Court, OIBA 4436 Babylon, NY 11702. SSNY has been designated as agent of the LLC upon whom process against it may be served. SSNY shall mail a copy of any process against the LLC served upon SSNY to the LLC: 55 Larboard Court, OIBA 4436 Babylon, NY 11702. Purpose: Any lawful purpose.

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NOTICE OF SALE SUPREME COURT COUNTY OF Suffolk, U.S. Bank Trust, N.A., as trustee for LSF9 Master Participation Trust, Plaintiff, vs. Mildred J. Michalczyk, ET AL., Defendant(s). Pursuant to a Order Confirming Referee Report and Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale duly entered on January 15, 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 22, 2026 at 3:00 p.m., premises known as 16 Walnut Avenue East, Farmingdale, NY 11735. All that certain plot, piece or parcel of land, with the buildings and improvements thereon erected, situate, lying and being in the Westerly side of Walnut Avenue, at Farmingdale, Town of Babylon, County of Suffolk and State of New York, District 0100, Section 046.00, Block 02.00 and Lot 026.000. Approximate amount of judgment is $445,904.33 plus interest and costs. Premises will be sold subject to provisions of filed Judgment Index # 602779/2020. Cash will not be accepted, bank or certified checks only.

Robert T. Fuchs, Esq., Referee Friedman Vartolo LLP, 85 Broad Street, Suite 501, New York, New York 10004, Attorneys for Plaintiff. Firm File No.: 253933-1 26-152. 3/19, 26, 4/2, 9

NOTICE OF SALE SUPREME COURT COUNTY OF SUFFOLK

Federal Home Loan Mortgage Corporation, as Trustee for the benefit of the Freddie Mac Seasoned Loans Structured Transaction Trust, Series 20182, Plaintiff AGAINST Angela Banahan, a/k/a Angela M. Banahan;

Thomas Banahan; et al., Defendant(s) Pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale duly entered August 26, 2025, I, the undersigned Referee, will sell at public auction at the Babylon Town Hall, 200 East Sunrise Highway, Lindenhurst, New York on April 20, 2026, at 3:00PM, premises known as 65 Ryder Avenue, North Babylon, NY 11703. All that certain plot, piece or parcel of land, situate, lying and being in the Town of Babylon, County of Suffolk, State of New York, District: 0100 Section:

113.00 Block: 03.00 Lot: 098.000. Approximate amount of judgment $433,789.87 plus interest and costs. Premises will be sold subject to provisions of filed Judgment Index# 611825/2023. Alison M. Varley, 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 26, 2026 26-153. 3/19, 26, 4/2, 9

SUPREME COURT OF THE STATE OF NEW YORK COUNTY OF SUFFOLK DEUTSCHE BANK NATIONAL TRUST COMPANY, AS TRUSTEE FOR HOME EQUITY MORTGAGE LOAN ASSET-BACKED TRUST, SERIES SPMD 2004-C, HOME EQUITY MORTGAGE LOAN ASSET-BACKED CERTIFICATES, SERIES SPMD 2004-C, -againstCARL D. PLAISIMOND, 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 January 23, 2026, wherein DEUTSCHE BANK NATIONAL TRUST COMPANY, AS TRUSTEE FOR HOME EQUITY MORTGAGE LOAN ASSET-BACKED TRUST, SERIES SPMD 2004-C, HOME EQUITY MORTGAGE LOAN ASSET-BACKED CERTIFICATES, SERIES SPMD 2004-C is the Plaintiff and CARL D. PLAISIMOND, 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 April 23, 2026 at 2:00PM, premises known as 169 NORTH 28TH STREET, WYANDANCH, NY 11798; and the following tax map identification: 0100-039.0001.00-011.001.

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

Premises will be sold subject to provisions of filed Judgment Index No.: 619438/2023. Jonathan A. Baum, 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.

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NOTICE OF SALE

SUPREME COURT

SUFFOLK COUNTY

MORTGAGE ASSETS MANAGEMENT, LLC, Plaintiff against UNKNOWN HEIRS OF THE ESTATE OF NATHAN JAMES JACKSON, 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 27, 2026, I will sell at public auction to the highest bidder at Babylon Townhall, 200 East Sunrise Highway, Lindenhurst, NY 11757 on April 30, 2026 at 2:00 PM. Premises known as 20 Emerald Lane, North Amityville, NY 11701. District 0100 Sec 174.00 Block 03.00 Lot 041.000. All that certain plot, piece or parcel of land, with the buildings and improvements thereon erected situate, lying and being at Amityville, in the Town of Babylon, County of Suffolk and State of New York. Approximate Amount of Judgment is $624,259.67 plus interest, fees, and costs. Premises will be sold subject to provisions of filed Judgment Index No 624843/2023.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.

Scott H. Siller, Esq., Referee File # NY202300000005-1 26-166 - 3/26, 4/2, 9, 16

NOTICE OF SALE SUPREME COURT - COUNTY OF SUFFOLK

U.S. Bank Trust Company, National Association, as Trustee, as successor-in-interest to U.S. Bank National Association, as trustee, on behalf of the holders of the Home Equity Asset Trust 2005-7 Home Equity PassThrough. Certificates, Series 2005-7 Plaintiff, Against Marian Mills as Administrator of the Estate of Bernadette Roberts a/k/a Bernedette Roberts, Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., Clerk of the Suffolk County Traffic and Violations Agency, Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for Fremont Investment & Loan, Irwin Pomerantz, as the Administrator of Long Island Care Center, Inc.; Beulh Marshall s/h/a John Doe #1 Defendant(s) Pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale, duly entered 01/08/2026, I, the undersigned Referee, will sell at public auction, at Babylon Town Hall, 200 East Sunrise Highway, Lindenhurst, NY 11757, on 4/30/2026 at 2:00PM, premises known as 3 Surrey Drive, Amityville, NY 11701, and described as follows:

ALL that certain plot piece or parcel of land, with the buildings and improvements thereon erected, situate, lying and being at Amityville, Town of Babylon, County of Suffolk and State of New York District 0100 Section 171.00 Block 02.00 Lot 070.000

The approximate amount of the current Judgment lien is $351,588.26 plus interest and costs. The Premises will be sold subject to provisions of the aforesaid Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale; Index # 621060/2017

Scott H Siller, Esq., Referee.

SHELDON MAY & ASSOCIATES Attorneys at Law, 255 Merrick Road, Rockville Centre, NY 11570

Dated: 3/5/2026 File Number: 32156 CA 26-169 - 3/26, 4/2, 9, 16

SUPREME COURT COUNTY OF SUFFOLK

BABYLON. KEARNY BANK, successor by merger with Clifton Savings Bank, Plaintiff against 901 MERRICK ROAD LLC, et al Defendant(s). Pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale dated February 3, 2026 and entered on February 5, 2026, I, the undersigned Referee will sell at public auction at the Babylon Town Hall, 200 East Sunrise Highway, Lindenhurst, NY on April 28, 2026 at 1:00 p.m. premises situate, lying and being at Copiague, Town of Babylon, County of Suffolk, State of New York, bounded and described as follows: BEGINNING at the intersection of the northerly side of Montauk Highway (Merrick Road) with the easterly side of

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Great Neck Road and; RUNNING THENCE still along said easterly side of Great Neck Road north 21 degrees 18 minutes 05 seconds west 234. 70 feet to the southerly side of Cedar Court; THENCE along the southerly side of Cedar Court north 76 degrees 52 minutes 40 seconds east 254.48 feet; THENCE south 13 degrees 07 minutes 20 seconds east 100 feet; THENCE north 76 degrees 52 minutes 40 seconds east 40 feet; THENCE south 13 degrees 07 minutes 20 seconds east 20 feet; THENCE north 76 degrees 52 minutes 40 seconds east 120.00 feet to the westerly side of Howard Avenue; THENCE along said westerly side of Howard Avenue south 13 degrees 07 minutes 20 seconds east 157.11 feet to the northerly side of Montauk Highway; THENCE along said northerly side of Montauk Highway, the following two (2) courses and distances to the easterly side of Great Neck Road said point being the point or place of BEGINNING. 1. South 83 degrees 49 minutes 05 seconds west 135.90 feet; 2. South 83 degrees 27 minutes 04 seconds west 247.81 feet. Said premises known as 901 MERRICK ROAD, COPIAGUE, NY 11701

Approximate amount of lien $6,133,232.84 plus interest & costs. Premises will be sold subject to provisions of filed Judgment and Terms of Sale. Index Number 619109/2024.

GREGORY W. KALMAR, II, ESQ., Referee

SHERMAN ATLAS SYLVESTER & STAMELMAN LLP

Attorney(s) for

NOTICE OF WESTERN SUFFOLK BOCES ANNUAL MEETING (SECOND SUPERVISORY DISTRICT)

Please take notice that the BOARD OF COOPERATIVE EDUCATIONAL SERVICES OF THE SECOND SUPERVISORY DISTRICT OF SUFFOLK COUNTY (Western Suffolk BOCES) will hold the annual meeting of the trustees and members of the boards of education of its component school districts on Tuesday, April 14, 2026 at 7:30 p.m. at the Western Suffolk BOCES Administrative Offices, 507 Deer Park Road, Dix Hills, New York. The Board of Cooperative Educational Services will present its tentative administrative, capital and program budgets for 2026-2027 to the trustees and members of the boards of education of component school districts in attendance at such annual meeting, for their review. The following are summaries of the tentative administrative, capital and program budgets. The amounts stated are based on current estimates and may be subject to change. Copies of the complete tentative administrative, capital and program budgets will be available for inspection by the public between the hours of 9:00 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. at the administration building of Western Suffolk BOCES, 507 Deer Park Road, Dix Hills, and in the office of the District Clerk of each of the component districts of the Second Supervisory District commencing on March 13, 2026.

WESTERN SUFFOLK BOCES BUDGET SUMMARY OF PROPOSED ADMINISTRATIVE BUDGET

CENTRAL ADMINISTRATION

Personnel:

Plaintiff 210 Park Avenue, Florham Park, NJ 07932 26-168. 3/26, 4/2, 9, 16

AVISO DE REUNION ANUAL DE WESTERN SUFFOLK BOCES (SEGUNDO DISTRITO SUPERVISOR) Por favor tener en cuenta que la JUNTA EDUCACIONAL DE SERVICIOS COPERATIVOS DEL SEGUNDO DISTRITO SUPERVISOR DEL CONDADO DE SUFFOLK (Western Suffolk BOCES) realizará la reunión anual de los administradores y miembros de las Juntas de Educación y sus distritos componentes el martes, 14 de Abril del 2026 a las 7:30 pm en las Oficinas Administrativas de Western Suffolk BOCES, 507 Deer Park Road, Dix Hills, Nueva York. La Junta Directiva de la Cooperativa de Servicios Educacionales presentará sus presupuestos tentativos de administración, capital y programa del 20262027 a los administradores y miembros de las Juntas de Educación de los Distritos Escolares componentes que estén atendiendo la reunión anual, para su revisión. Los siguientes son resúmenes de los presupuestos tentativos de administración, capital y programa. Las cantidades indicadas son basadas en estimados actuales y pueden estar sujetas a cambio. Copias completas de presupuestos tentativos de administración, capital y programa estarán disponibles para inspección por el público entre las horas 9:00 a.m. y 4:30 p.m. en la Oficina de Administración de Western Suffolk BOCES, 507 Deer Park Road, Dix Hills, y en la Oficina del Secretaria del Distrito de cada uno de los distritos componentes del Segundo Distrito Supervisión a partir del 13 de marzo de 2026.

PRESUPUESTO DE WESTERN SUFFOLK BOCES OCCIDENTAL

April 9, 2026

NOTICE OF SPECIAL DISTRICT MEETING WEST

ISLIP PUBLIC LIBRARY

TOWN OF ISLIP, SUFFOLK COUNTY, NEW YORK

The Board of Trustees of the West Islip Public Library, Town of Islip, County of Suffolk, State of New York HEREBY GIVES

NOTICE that a Special District Meeting of the qualified voters of the West Islip Union Free School District, Town of Islip, Suffolk County, New York, will be held at the West Islip Public Library, 3 Higbie Lane, West Islip, Town of Islip, Suffolk County, New York on the 14th day of April, 2026, between the hours of 10:00 A.M. and 9:00 P.M. prevailing time, for the purpose of voting upon a proposition adopting the annual budget for the support and maintenance of the West Islip Public Library for the fiscal year 2026-2027 and authorizing the appropriation of the requisite portion thereof to be raised by a levy of a tax upon the taxable property within the West Islip Union Free School District, Town of Islip, Suffolk County, New York.

NOTICE IS FURTHER GIVEN of the election of one (1) Trustee of the Board of Trustees of the West Islip Public Library to be held at the West Islip Public Library, 3 Higbie Lane, West Islip, New York, 11795 on the 14th day of April, 2026 between the hours of 10:00 A.M. and 9:00 P.M., prevailing time; such office to be filled as follows: the successful candidate is to fill a full term for the period July 1, 2026 to June 30, 2031 (Idamarie Tully being the incumbent); and

NOTICE IS FURTHER GIVEN that

candidates for the office of Trustee of the Board of Trustees of the West Islip Public Library shall be nominated by petition, which petition shall be directed to the Clerk of the West Islip Union Free School District, Town of Islip, Suffolk County, New York, 11795 and shall be signed by at least 25 (twenty-five) qualified voters of the District; shall state the name and residence of the candidate and shall state the residence of each signer. Said petition shall be mailed to or filed with the Clerk of the West Islip Union Free School District, Administration Office, 100 Sherman Avenue, West Islip, New York, 11795 Monday through Friday, between the hours of 9 A.M. and 4 P.M., prevailing time, to be received not later than 5 P.M., Monday, March 16, 2026; and NOTICE IS FURTHER GIVEN that the Board of Registration will meet at the West Islip Public Library, 3 Higbie Lane, West Islip, Town of Islip, County of Suffolk and State of New York in said School District on the 7th day of April, 2026, between the hours of 4:00 P.M. and 8:00 P.M. prevailing time, at which time the Board of Registration shall prepare the register of the School District, and any person shall be entitled to have his or her name placed upon such register, provided that at such meeting of the Board of Registration he or she is known or proved to the satisfaction of the Board of Registration to be then or thereafter entitled to vote at the Meeting for which such register is prepared; that the register prepared pursuant to Section 2014 of the Education Law, shall be filed in

the office of the Clerk of the District at the Administration Office, Sherman Avenue, in said School District; and that the said register shall be open for inspection by any qualified voter of the District on each of the five (5) days prior to and the day set for the meeting (except Saturday and Sunday) from 9:00 A.M. to 4:00 P.M., prevailing time; and

NOTICE IS FURTHER GIVEN that a copy of the statement of the amount of money which will be required for the year 2026-2027 for Library purposes, may be obtained by any resident in the District during the fourteen (14) days immediately preceding such Special District Meeting and on the day of such Special District Meeting, except Sundays or holidays, at the WEST ISLIP PUBLIC LIBRARY, 3 Higbie Lane, West Islip, New York, in said District, during the hours in which the Library is regularly open for business; and NOTICE IS FURTHER GIVEN that a “Public Budget Information Meeting” will be conducted on the 7th day of April, 2026 at 7:30 P.M. at the Library at 3 Higbie Lane, West Islip, New York, to present the proposed 2026-2027 Library Budget; and NOTICE IS FURTHER GIVEN that pursuant to the provisions of Section 2018 of the Education Law, voting will be permitted by early voter and absentee ballot. Except for those persons whose registration record has been marked permanently disabled by the Board of Elections, pursuant to the provisions of the Election Law, applications for early voter and absentee ballots must be received by the Clerk

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of the West Islip Union Free School District, Administration Office, 100 Sherman Avenue, West Islip, New York, 11795 at least seven (7) days before the vote/ election if the ballot is to be mailed to the voter, or the day before the vote/election, if the ballot is to be delivered personally to the voter.

A list of all persons to whom early voter and absentee ballots have been issued will be available in the office of the Clerk of the West Islip Union Free School District on each of the five days prior to April 14, 2026 except Saturdays and Sundays (subject to the office being open to the public during such five days). In order to be canvassed absentee and early voter ballots must be received by the Clerk of the West Islip Union Free School District, Administration Office, 100 Sherman Avenue, West Islip, New York, 11795 not later than 5:00 P.M. (prevailing time) on April 14, 2026; and

NOTICE IS FURTHER GIVEN to all persons who shall have been previously registered for annual or special school district meetings and who have voted at any such annual or special district meeting conducted any time within the four (4) calendar years prior to April 14, 2026 shall be entitled to vote at this Special District Meeting. In addition, all those who have registered to vote with the Board of Elections of Suffolk County pursuant to Article 5 of the Election Law shall be entitled to vote at this Special District Meeting notwithstanding their failure to have previously registered with the School District; and

NOTICE IS FURTHER GIVEN that military voters who

are qualified voters of the West Islip School District may request an application for a military ballot from the Clerk of the West Islip Union Free School District, Administration Office, 100 Sherman Avenue, West Islip, New York, 11795; or by email to e.davis@wi.k12.ny.us. In such request, the military voter shall indicate his/her preference for receiving the application via mail or email. A military voter must return the original military ballot application to the Clerk of the West Islip Union Free School District, Administration Office, 100 Sherman Avenue, West Islip, New York, 11795. For a military voter to be issued a military ballot, a valid military ballot application must be received in the office of the Clerk no later than 5:00 P.M. on March 24, 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-b of the Education Law; and

NOTICE IS FURTHER GIVEN that a military voter’s original military ballot must be returned by MAIL to the Clerk of the West Islip Union Free School District, Administration Office, 100 Sherman Avenue, West Islip, New York, 11795. Military ballots shall be canvassed if they are received by the District Clerk (1) before the close of polls on April 14, 2026 and showing a cancellation mark of the US Postal Service or a foreign country’s postal service, or showing a dated endorsement by receipt of another agency of the U.S. government or (2) 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 April 13, 2026.

Dated: January 21, 2026

West Islip, New York By order of the Board of Trustees of the West Islip Public Library Town of Islip, Suffolk County New York By: Jamie Papandrea Interim Secretary to Board of Trustees 26-126. 3/5, 19, 4/2, 9

NOTICE OF SALE SUPREME COURT - COUNTY OF SUFFOLK HSBC BANK USA, N.A. AS INDENTURE TRUSTEE FOR THE REGISTERED NOTEHOLDERS OF RENAISSANCE HOME EQUITY LOAN TRUST 2006-3, Plaintiff, Against JOSEPH RAPPA; et al Defendant(s) Pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale, duly entered 02/17/2026, I, the undersigned Referee, will sell at public auction, at Babylon Town Hall, 200 East Sunrise Highway, Lindenhurst, NY 11757, on 5/4/2026 at 9:30AM, premises known as 207 Mohawk Avenue, Deer Park, NY 11729, 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 028.00 Block 01.00 Lot 042.001

The approximate amount of the current Judgment lien is $293,193.99 plus interest and costs. The Premises will be sold subject to provisions of the aforesaid Judgment of Foreclosure

and Sale; Index # 005513/2013

Richard Lavorata Jr., Esq., Referee.

MCCABE, WEISBERG & CONWAY, LLC, 10 Midland Avenue, Suite 205, Port Chester, NY 10573

Dated: 3/12/2026 File Number: 17-301521 CA 26-195. 4/2, 9, 16, 23

NOTICE OF SALE SUPREME COURT COUNTY OF Suffolk, Atlantica, LLC, Plaintiff, vs. The Unknown Heirs of The Estate of Virginia Andrews, ET AL., Defendant(s). Pursuant to an Order Confirming Referee Report and Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale duly entered on February 10, 2026, I, the undersigned Referee will sell at public auction at the Babylon Town Hall, 200 East Sunrise Highway, North Lindenhurst, NY 11757 on May 7, 2026 at 9:30 a.m., premises known as 537 Lakeway Drive, 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 105.00, Block 02.00 and Lot 061.000. Approximate amount of judgment is $581,912.54 plus interest and costs. Premises will be sold subject to provisions of filed Judgment Index # 009157/2013. J. Edward Gathman, Esq., Referee Margolin, Weinreb & Nierer, LLP, 575 Underhill Boulevard, Suite 224, Syosset, New York 11791, Attorneys for Plaintiff 26-182. 4/2, 9,, 16, 23

NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING BY THE TOWN OF BABYLON ACCESSORY APARTMENT REVIEW BOARD Pursuant to provisions of Local Law # 9 of the Babylon Town Code, notice is hereby given that the Town of Babylon Accessory Apartment Review Board will hold a public hearing in the Town Board Meeting Room in the East Wing of Town Hall, 200 East Sunrise Highway, Lindenhurst, New York on Tuesday eve, April 14th, 2026. Public hearings begin 6:00pm. NEW APPLICATIONS:

• Muhammad Khan 89 Birs Ave Lindenhurst, NY 11757

SCTM#0100-133-426.001

• Volkan Levent 7 Wheeler Ct Deer Park, NT 11729

SCTM#0100-61-480 Printing Instructions: RENEWALS BY AFFIDAVIT APPLICANTS, ARE NOT REQUIRED TO APPEAR. ALL NEW CASES WILL BE HEARD IN THE ORDER IN WHICH THEY ARE ADVERTISED. All interested persons should appear at the above time and place by order of Sandra Thomas, Chairperson, Accessory Apartment Review Board, Town of Babylon, North Lindenhurst, Suffolk County, New York Babylon Beacon: Thursday, April 9th, 2026 26-203. 4/9

AVISO DE REUNIÓN ESPECIAL DEL DISTRITO BIBLIOTECA PÚBLICA DE WEST ISLIP PUEBLO DE ISLIP, CONDADO DE SUFFOLK, NUEVA YORK

La Junta de Fideicomisarios de la Biblioteca Pública de West Islip, Pueblo de Islip, Condado de Suffolk, Estado de Nueva York POR MEDIO DE LA PRESENTE DA NOTIFICACION de que una Reunión de Distrito Especial de los votantes calificados del Distrito Escolar Union Libre de West Islip, Pueblo de Islip, Condado de Suffolk , Nueva York, se llevará a cabo en la Biblioteca Pública de West Islip, 3 Higbie Lane, West Islip, Pueblo de Islip, Condado de Suffolk, Nueva York el dia 14 de abril del 2026, entre las horas de 10:00 A.M. y 9:00 P.M. tiempo prevaleciente, con el propósito de votar sobre una propuesta adoptando el presupuesto anual para el apoyo y mantenimiento de la Biblioteca Pública de West Islip para el año fiscal 2026-2027 y autorizando la apropiación de la porción requerida de la misma que se recaudaría mediante un impuesto de un impuesto sobre la propiedad sujeta a impuestos dentro del Distrito Escolar Union Libre de West Islip, Pueblo de Islip, Condado de Suffolk, Nueva York.

NOTIFICACION

TAMBIÉN SE DA de la elección de un (1) Fideicomisarios para la Junta de Fideicomisarios de la Biblioteca Pública de West Islip que se llevará a cabo en la Biblioteca Pública de West Islip, 3 Higbie Lane, West Islip, Nueva York, 11795 el dia 14 de abril del 2026 entre las horas de las 10:00 A.M. y 9:00 P.M., hora prevaleciente; dicho cargos se cubrirán de la siguiente manera: el

candidato triunfante deberá de cumplir un período completo desde el dia 1 de julio del 2026 hasta el 30 de junio del 2031 (siendo la titular, Idamarie Tully); y NOTIFICACION

TAMBIÉN SE DA de que los candidatos para el cargo de Fideicomisario de la Junta de Fideicomisarios de la Biblioteca Pública de West Islip serán nominados por medio de petición, lo cual la petición debe de ser dirigida al Secretario del Distrito Escolar de West Islip Union Libre, Pueblo de Islip, Condado de Suffolk, Nueva York, 11795, y deberá ser firmada por lo menos por 25 (veinticinco) votantes calificados del Distrito; deberá indicar el nombre y la residencia del candidato e indicará la residencia de cada firmante. Dicha petición deberá ser enviada por correo o ser presentada ante el Secretario del Distrito Escolar de West Islip Union Libre, Oficina de Administración, 100 Sherman Avenue, West Islip, Nueva York, 11795 de lunes a viernes, entre las horas de 9 A.M. y 4 P.M., hora vigente, pero debe de ser recibida no más tarde de las 5 P.M., lunes 16 de marzo del 2026; y NOTIFICACION

TAMBIÉN SE DA de que la Junta de Registro se reunirá en la Biblioteca Pública de West Islip, 3 Higbie Lane, West Islip, Pueblo de Islip, Condado de Suffolk y Estado de Nueva York en dicho Distrito Escolar el día 7 de abril del 2026, entre las horas de 4:00 P.M. y 8:00 P.M. hora prevaleciente, en lo cual la Junta de Registro preparará el registro del Distrito Escolar, y cualquier persona tendrá derecho a que se coloque su nombre en dicho registro, siempre y cuando en dicha

reunión de la Junta de Registro él o ella sea conocido o comprobado a la satisfacción de la Junta de Registro de tener entonces o posteriormente derecho a votar en la Junta para la cual fue preparado dicho registro; que el registro elaborado de conformidad con la Sección 2014 de la Ley de Educación, será archivada con la oficina del Secretario del Distrito de la Oficina de Administración, Sherman Avenue, en dicho Distrito Escolar; y que dicho registro debe de estar abierto para inspección por cualquier votante calificado del Distrito en cada uno de los cinco (5) días previos y el día establecido para la reunión (excepto sábado y domingo) a partir de las 9:00 A.M. hasta las 4:00 P.M., hora predominante; y NOTIFICACION

TAMBIÉN SE DA de que cualquier residente en el Distrito puede obtener una copia del estado de cuenta de la cantidad de dinero que se requerirá para el año 2026-2027 para efectos de la Biblioteca, durante los catorce (14) días inmediatamente anteriores a dicha Reunión Especial del Distrito y en el día de dicha Reunión Especial del Distrito, con excepción de los domingos o días festivos, en la BIBLIOTECA

PUBLICA DE WEST

ISLIP, 3 Higbie Lane, West Islip, Nueva York, en dicho Distrito, durante las horas en que la Biblioteca está abierta normalmente para negocio; y NOTIFICACION

TAMBIÉN SE DA de que una "Reunión Publica de Información de Presupuesto" se llevará a cabo el día 7 de abril del 2026 a las 7:30 pm en la Biblioteca en 3 Higbie Lane, West Islip, Nueva York, para presentar el presupuesto propuesto de

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la biblioteca del 20262027; y NOTIFICACION

TAMBIÉN SE DA de que, en conformidad con las provisiones de la Sección 2018 de la Ley de Educación, se permitirá la votación mediante votante adelantado y papeleta de voto ausente. A excepción de aquellas personas cuyo récord de registro ha sido marcado permanentemente discapacitado por la Junta Electoral, en conformidad con las provisiones de la Ley Electoral, las solicitudes para votante adelantado y papeleta de voto ausente tienen que ser recibidas por el Secretario del Distrito Escolar, de West Islip Union Libre, Oficina de Administración 100 Sherman Avenue, West Islip, Nueva York, 11795 por lo menos siete (7) días antes de la votación/ elección si la boleta debe de ser enviada por correo al votante, o el día antes de la votación/elección, si la boleta será entregada personalmente a el votante. En la oficina del Secretario del Distrito Escolar, de West Islip Union Libre, estará disponible una lista de todas las personas a las que se les ha emitido votante adelantado y papeleta de voto ausente, durante cada uno de los cinco días anteriores al 14 de abril del 2026, con excepción de los sábados y los domingos (sujeto a que la oficina esté abierta al público durante dichos cinco días). Para poder ser sondeadas, papeletas de voto ausente deben de ser recibidas por el Secretario del Distrito Escolar de West Islip Union Libre, Oficina de Administración 100 Sherman Avenue, West Islip, Nueva York, 11795, a más tardar a las 5:00 P.M. (hora prevaleciente) el 14 de abril del 2026; y

NOTIFICACION

TAMBIÉN SE DA de que a todas las personas que hayan sido previamente registradas para reuniones anuales o reuniones especiales del distrito escolar y que hayan votado en alguna de tal reunión anual o reunión especial del distrito celebrada o llevada a cabo en cualquier momento dentro de los cuatro (4) años del calendario anteriores al 14 de abril del 2026 tendrán derecho de votar en esta Reunión Especial del Distrito. Adicionalmente, todos aquellos que se hayan registrado para votar ante la Junta Electoral del Condado de Suffolk en conformidad con el Artículo 5 de la Ley Electoral tendrán derecho a votar en esta Reunión Especial del Distrito a pesar de que hayan fallado al registrarse previamente con el Distrito Escolar; y NOTIFICACION

TAMBIÉN SE DA de que votantes militar que son votantes calificados del Distrito Escolar de West Islip pueden pedir una solicitud al Secretario del Distrito Escolar de West Islip Union Libre, Oficina de Administración 100 Sherman Avenue, West Islip, Nueva York, 11795 para que se les emita una boleta militar; o por medio de correo electrónico a e.davis@ wi.k12.ny.us. En tal solicitud, el votante militar debe de indicar su preferencia con respecto a si recibir la solicitud por correo o por correo electrónico. Un votante militar debe de devolver la solicitud original del boleto militar al Secretario del Distrito Escolar de West Islip Union Libre, Oficina de Administración, 100 Sherman Avenue, West Islip, Nueva York, 11795. Para poder que

a un votante militar se le pueda emitir una boleta militar, una solicitud de boleta militar válida debe de ser recibida por la oficina del Secretario a más tardar a las 5:00 p.m. del 24 de marzo del 2026. Las solicitudes de boletas militares recibidas de acuerdo con lo descrito anteriormente se procesarán de la misma manera que se procesa una solicitud de boleta que no sea militar de acuerdo con la sección 2018-b de la Ley de Educación; y NOTIFICACION

TAMBIÉN SE DA de que el original de una boleta militar de un votante que es militar debe de ser devuelta por CORREO al Secretario del Distrito Escolar de West Islip Unión Libre, Oficina de Administración, 100 Sherman Avenue, West Islip, Nueva York, 11795. Las boletas militares serán sondeadas si son recibidas por el Secretario de Distrito (1) antes de que cierren las cabinas de votación el 14 de abril de 2026 y con muestra de cancelación del Servicio Postal de los Estados Unidos o de algún servicio postal de un país extranjero, o con prueba de un endoso fechado y demostrando haber sido recibido por otra agencia del gobierno de los Estados Unidos o (2) a más tardar a las 5:00 P.M. del 14 de abril del 2026 con firma y fecha del votante militar y con un testigo de la misma, y con una fecha constatada a no ser posterior al 13 de abril del 2026. Fecha: 21 de enero del 2026 West Islip, Nueva York Por orden de la Junta de Fiduciarios de West Islip Biblioteca Pública Pueblo de Islip, Condado de Suffolk Nueva York

Por: Jamie Papandrea Secretaria de La Junta de Fideicomisarios 26-127 3/5, 19, 4/2, 9

NOTICE OF SALE

SUPREME COURT SUFFOLK COUNTY

U.S. BANK NATIONAL ASSOCIATION, AS TRUSTEE, IN TRUST FOR THE REGISTERED HOLDERS OF CITIGROUP

MORTGAGE LOAN TRUST 2007-AHL2, ASSET-BACKED PASS-THROUGH CERTIFICATES, SERIES 2007-AHL2, Plaintiff against SHARON BASILE AK/A SHARON E. BASILE A/K/A SHARON E. KOPPEL, et al

Defendant(s)

Attorney for Plaintiff(s) Fein Such & Crane, LLP, 28 East Main Street, Suite 1800, Rochester, NY 14614.

Pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered January 8, 2026, I will sell at public auction to the highest bidder at Babylon Townhall, 200 East Sunrise Highway, Lindenhurst, NY

11757 on May 6, 2026 at 1:30 PM. Premises known as 44 Parkdale Drive, North Babylon, NY 11703. District 0100 Sec 115.00 Block 02.00 Lot 079.00. 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 $575,939.08 plus interest, fees, and costs. Premises will be sold subject to provisions of filed Judgment Index No 208784/2022. The foreclosure sale will be conducted in accordance with 10th Judicial District's Covid-19 Policies and foreclosure auction rules. The Referee shall enforce any rules in place regarding facial coverings and social distancing.

Arthur J. Burdette, Esq., Referee File # SPSNY712 26-198. 4/2, 9, 16, 23

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April 9, 2026

NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING, BUDGET VOTE AND ELECTION

NORTH BABYLON UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT

NORTH BABYLON, NEW YORK, 11703

NOTICE IS HEREBY

GIVEN that a public hearing of the qualified voters of the North Babylon Union Free School District, North Babylon, Suffolk County, New York, will be held at 1 Phelps Lane, North Babylon, NY 11703, in said District on May 7, 2026, 7:00 pm, prevailing time, for the transaction of such business as is authorized by the New York State Education Law, including the following items.

• Presentation of the budget document.

• To discuss all of the items herein set forth, to be voted upon by voting machine, at the election to be held on May 19, 2026 as hereinafter set forth.

• To transact such other business as may properly come before the meeting AND FURTHER NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that said vote and election will be held on May 19, 2026 at 7:00 AM - 9:00 PM prevailing time, in the school building located in such district as enumerated below: District No. 1:

NORTH BABYLON HIGH SCHOOL

1 PHELPS LANE, NORTH BABYLON, NY at which time the polls will be open from 7:00 AM - 9:00 PM, prevailing time, to vote by voting machines upon the following items: 1. To adopt the annual budget of the School District for the fiscal year 2026-2027 and to authorize the requisite portion thereof to be raised by taxation on the taxable property of the District.

2. To elect THREE (3) members of the Board of Education for three (3) year terms commencing July 1, 2026 and expiring on June 30, 2029.

AND FURTHER NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that petitions nominating candidates for the office of Member of the Board of Education of the North Babylon School District shall be filed with the District Clerk of said School District at the District Clerk’s office, 5 Jardine Pace, North Babylon, NY 11703 not later than April 20, 2026, between 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM, prevailing time. All nominating petitions must be signed by 25 (representing the greater of 25 or 2% of the number of voters who voted in the previous annual election); must state the name and residence of each signer, and must state the name and residence of the candidate. Two (3) vacancies on the Board of Education shall not be considered separate, specific offices; candidates run at large.

AND FURTHER NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that personal registration of voters is required either pursuant to New York Education Law §2014 or pursuant to Article 5 of the New York State Election Law. If a voter has heretofore registered pursuant to New York Education Law §2014 and has voted at any annual or special district meeting within the past four (4) calendar years, such voter is eligible to vote at this election; if a voter is registered and eligible to vote pursuant to Article 5 of the New York State Election Law, such voter is also eligible to vote at this election. All other persons who wish to vote must

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register. Voters may register on any school day prior to May 12, 2026, at the 5 Jardine Place, North Babylon NY 11703, between the hours of 9:00 a.m. and 4:00 p.m., prevailing time, to add any additional names to the registers to be used at the aforesaid election, at which time any person will be entitled to have her or his name placed on such registers 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 public hearing or election for which such registers are prepared, and that the registers so prepared pursuant to New York Education Law §2014 and the registration list prepared by the Board of Elections of Suffolk County will be filed in the Office of the District Clerk of the School District, 5 Jardine Place, North Babylon, NY 11703, and will be open for inspection by any qualified voter of the District on weekdays between the hours of 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM, prevailing time, on and after May 12, 2026, and Saturday by pre-arranged appointment, except Sunday; AND FURTHER NOTICE IS HEREBY

GIVEN that pursuant to New York Education Law §2014, the Board of Registration shall meet on May 19, 2026, at the North Babylon High School, 1 Phelps Lane, North Babylon, NY 11703, between the hours of 7:00 AM - 9:00 PM, prevailing time, to prepare the Register of the School District to be used at the annual meeting and election that is to be held in 2026, and any special meeting that may be held after the prepara-

tion of said Register, at which time any person will be entitled to have her or his name placed on such Register, provided that at such meeting of the Board of Registration he or she is known or proven to the satisfaction of such Board of Registration to be then or thereafter entitled to vote at the school meeting or election for which such Register is prepared.

AND FURTHER

NOTICE IS HEREBY

GIVEN that qualified voters with disabilities who seek information about access to polling places may, in advance of the day of the vote, contact the District Clerk at 631-620-7011 for information about accessibility. AND FURTHER

NOTICE IS HEREBY

GIVEN that pursuant to Education Law §2017, the Board of Education has created ONE (1) election district, said district being bounded and described as follows: District No. 1: North Babylon High School, 1 Phelps Lane, North Babylon, NY located at the corner of Deer Park Ave and Phelps Lane, North Babylon. AND FURTHER

NOTICE IS HEREBY

GIVEN that beginning seven (7) days immediately preceding the May 7, 2026, public budget hearing, any resident in the District may request to review a copy of the proposed budget by appearing at the Office of the District Clerk, 5 Jardine Place, North Babylon, NY 11703. Additionally, a statement of the estimated expenses for the ensuing year may be obtained by any resident in the District during the fourteen (14) days immediately preceding said election on the school district website: www.northbabylonschools.net,

at the North Babylon Public Library during its normal hours of operation, located at 815 Deer Park Ave. North Babylon, NY 11703, at the School District Administrative Office, 5 Jardine Place, North Babylon, NY 11703, and at each of the following school buildings in which school is maintained between the hours of 9 a.m. and 3 p.m., prevailing time, except Saturdays, Sundays and holidays: North Babylon High School, Robert Moses Middle School, Marion G. Vedder Elementary, Belmont Elementary, Parliament Place Elementary, William E. DeLuca Elementary, and Woods Road Elementary.

AND FURTHER NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN, that pursuant to Real Property Tax Law Section 495, the School District is required to attach to its proposed budget an exemption report.  Said exemption report, which will also become part of the final budget, will show how much of the total assessed value on the final assessment roll used in the budgetary process is exempt from taxation, list every type of exemption granted, identified by statutory authority, and show: (a) the cumulative impact of each type of exemption expressed either as a dollar amount of assessed value or as a percentage of the total assessed value on the roll; (b) the cumulative amount expected to be received from recipients of each type of exemption as payments in lieu of taxes or other payments for municipal services; and (c) the cumulative impact of all exemptions granted.  The exemption report shall be posted on any bulletin board maintained by the District

for public notices and on any website maintained by the District.  AND FURTHER NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN, that applications for absentee and early mail ballots will be obtainable during school business hours at the office of the District Clerk beginning April 20, 2026. In accordance with Education Law §§ 2018-a and 2018-e, completed absentee and early mail ballot applications may not be received by the District Clerk earlier than thirty (30) days prior to the election, and 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 or to the agent named in the absentee or early mail ballot application. Absentee and early mail ballots must be received by the District Clerk not later than 5:00 p.m., prevailing time, on Tuesday, May 19, 2026. A list of persons to whom absentee ballots shall have been issued, and a list of all persons to whom early mail voter’s ballots shall have been issued, will be available for inspection to qualified voters of the District in the office of the District Clerk on and after May 14, 2026, between the hours of 9:00 a.m. and 4:00 p.m. on weekdays prior to the day set for the annual election and on May 14, 2026, by advanced appointment by contacting the District Clerk at 631-620-7011 and on May 19, 2026, the day set for the election. Any qualified voter may, upon examination of such lists, file a written challenge of the qualifications as a voter of any person whose name appears

on such lists, stating the reasons for such challenge. Any such written challenge shall be transmitted by the District Clerk or a designee of the Board of Education to the inspectors of election on election day.

AND FURTHER NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN, that military voters who are not currently registered may apply to register as a qualified voter of the North Babylon Union Free School District by requesting and returning a registration application to the District Clerk in person, or by email to districtclerk@northbabylonschools.net or fax sent to 631-3213295. 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 District Clerk no later than 5:00 p.m. on April 13, 2026.

AND FURTHER NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN, that military voters who are qualified voters of the North Babylon Union Free School District may request an application for a military ballot from the District Clerk and return such military ballot application to the District Clerk in person, or by email to districtclerk@ northbabylonschools. net or fax sent to 631321-3295. 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 District Clerk no later than 5:00 p.m., on April 13, 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 District Clerk at 5 Jardine Place, North Babylon, NY 11703 along with the required signed affidavit by the voter. AND FURTHER NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN, that military ballots shall be canvassed if they are received by the District Clerk before the close of polls on May 19, 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 May 19, 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. AND FURTHER NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a rule adopted by the Board of Education in accordance with New York Education Law §2035, any referenda or propositions to change the number of Board of Education members, or a bond issue for capital improvements, or any other petition required by law to be stated in the Notice of Annual Meeting and Election must be filed with the District Clerk at 5 Jardine Place, North Continued on next page

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Continued from previous page Babylon, NY 11703, not later than 5:00 p.m., prevailing time, on March 19, 2026. Any other petition, except those petitions required by law to be stated in the Notice of Annual Meeting and Election, must be filed with the District Clerk at 5 Jardine Place, North Babylon, NY 117013, no later than 5:00 p.m., prevailing time on April 20, 2026. All such petitions must be typed or printed in the English language; must be directed to the Clerk of the School District; must be signed by at least Forty-Five (45) qualified voters of the District (representing the greater of 25 or 5% of the number of voters who voted in the previous annual election); and must legibly state the name of each signer. However, the Board of Education will not entertain any petition to place before the voters any proposition the purpose of which is not within the powers of the voters to determine, nor any proposition or amendment which is contrary to law. AND FURTHER NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that those voters seeking information regarding this Budget Vote and Election in Spanish should contact the Office of the District Clerk at 631-620-7011.

Erin Aristy District Clerk of the Board of Education

North Babylon Union Free School District 5 Jardine Place, North Babylon, NY 11703

Approved: March 19, 2026

26-201 4/9,16,23, 5/7

AVISO DE AUDIENCIA PÚBLICA, VOTACIÓN PRESUPUESTARIA Y ELECCIÓN

DISTRITO ESCOLAR NORTH BABYLON UNION FREE BABILONIA NORTE, NUEVA YORK, 11703

SE EMITE UN AVISO de que se celebrará una audiencia pública de los votantes cualificados del Distrito Escolar Libre de North Babylon Union, North Babylon, condado de Suffolk, Nueva York, en 1 Phelps Lane, North Babylon, NY 11703, en dicho Distrito, el 7 de mayo de 2026, a las 19:00 horas, hora vigente, para la transacción de los negocios autorizados por la Ley de Educación del Estado de Nueva York, incluyendo los siguientes elementos.

• Presentación del documento presupuestario.

• Debatir todos los puntos aquí expuestos, que serán votados por máquina de votación, en las elecciones que se celebrarán el 19 de mayo de 2026, tal y como se establece a continuación.

• Para tratar otros asuntos que puedan ocurrir adecuadamente antes de la reunión

Y SE DA UN AVISO ADICIONAL de que dicha votación y elección se celebrarán el 19 de mayo de 2026 de 7:00 a 21:00 horas, en el edificio escolar situado en el distrito que se enumera a continuación:

Distrito # 1: INSTITUTO NORTH BABYLON 1 PHELPS

LANE, NORTH BABYLON, NY en ese momento, las urnas estarán abiertas de 7:00 a 21:00, hora vigente, para votar mediante máquinas de votación sobre los siguientes puntos:

1. Adoptar el presupuesto anual del Distrito Escolar para el año fiscal 2026-2027 y autorizar que la parte requerida se recaude, mediante impuestos, sobre la propiedad sujeta a impuestos del Distrito.

2. Elegir TRES (3) miembros de la Junta de Educación para mandatos de tres (3) años que comiencen el 1 de julio de 2026 y expiran el 30 de junio de 2029.

Y SE DA UN AVISO ADICIONAL de que las peticiones que nominen candidatos para el cargo de Miembro de la Junta de Educación del Distrito Escolar de North Babylon deberán presentarse ante el Secretario del Distrito en la oficina del Secretario del Distrito, 5 Jardine Pace, North Babylon, NY 11703, a más tardar el 20 de abril de 2026, entre las 8:00 y las 17:00, Prevaleciendo. Todas las peticiones de nominación deben estar firmadas por 25 personas (que representan el mayor de 25 o el 2% del número de votantes que votaron en la elección anual anterior); deben indicar el nombre y la residencia de cada firmante, y el nombre y la residencia del candidato. Dos (3) vacantes en la Junta de Educación no se considerarán cargos separados y específicos; los candidatos se presentan en la categoría de votos libres. Y SE DA MÁS AVISO de que el registro personal de votantes es obligatorio ya sea conforme a la Ley de Educación de Nueva York §2014 o conforme al Artículo 5 de la Ley Electoral del Estado de Nueva York. Si un votante se ha registrado hasta ahora conforme a la Ley de Educación de Nueva York §2014 y ha votado en alguna

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reunión anual o especial de distrito en los últimos cuatro (4) años naturales, dicho votante es elegible para votar en esta elección; si un votante está registrado y es elegible para votar conforme al Artículo 5 de la Ley Electoral del Estado de Nueva York, dicho votante también es elegible para votar en esta elección. Todas las demás personas que deseen votar deben registrarse. Los votantes pueden registrarse en cualquier día escolar anterior al 12 de mayo de 2026, en el 5 Jardine Place, North Babylon NY 11703, entre las 9:00 a.m. y las 4:00 p.m., hora vigente, para añadir cualquier nombre adicional a los registros que se utilicen en dicha elección, momento en el que cualquier persona tendrá derecho a que su nombre se incluya en dichos registros, siempre que en la reunión de la Junta de Registro se sabe, o se ha demostrado a satisfacción de la Junta de Registro, que tiene derecho a votar en la audiencia pública o elección para la que se preparen dichos registros, y que los registros así preparados conforme a la Ley de Educación de Nueva York §2014 y la lista de registro preparada por la Junta Electoral del Condado de Suffolk se archivarán en la Oficina del Secretario del Distrito Escolar, 5 Jardine Place, North Babylon, NY 11703, y estará abierto para inspección por cualquier votante cualificado del Distrito entre los días laborables entre las 8:00 y las 16:00, hora vigente, a partir del 12 de mayo de 2026 y el sábado con cita previa acordada, excepto el domingo; Y SE DA UN AVISO ADICIONAL de que, conforme a la Ley de

Educación de Nueva York §2014, la Junta de Registro se reunirá el 19 de mayo de 2026 en el North Babylon High School, 1 Phelps Lane, North Babylon, NY 11703, entre las 7:00 y las 9:00 PM, hora vigente, para preparar el Registro del Distrito Escolar que será utilizado en la reunión anual y elección que se celebrará en 2026, y cualquier reunión extraordinaria que pueda celebrarse después de la preparación de dicho Registro, en la que cualquier persona tendrá derecho a que su nombre se incluya en dicho Registro, siempre que en dicha reunión de la Junta de Registro se sepa o se demuestre a satisfacción de dicha Junta de Registro que tiene derecho a votar en la reunión o elección escolar para la cual dicho Registro está preparado.

Y SE DA UN AVISO ADICIONAL de que los votantes cualificados con discapacidad que soliciten información sobre el acceso a los colegios electorales pueden, antes del día de la votación, contactar con el Secretario del Distrito en el 631-620-7011 para obtener información sobre accesibilidad.

Y SE DA MÁS AVISO de que , conforme a la Ley de Educación §2017, la Junta de Educación ha creado UN (1) distrito electoral, dicho distrito delimitado y descrito de la siguiente manera: Distrito nº 1: North Babylon High School, 1 Phelps Lane, North Babylon, NY, situado en la esquina de Deer Park Ave y Phelps Lane, North Babylon.

Y SE DA UN AVISO ADICIONAL de que, a partir de siete (7) días inmediatamente anteriores a la audiencia pública presupuestaria del 7 de mayo de 2026,

cualquier residente del Distrito podrá solicitar revisar una copia del presupuesto propuesto compartiendo en la Oficina del Secretario del Distrito, 5 Jardine Place, North Babylon, NY 11703. Además, cualquier residente del distrito durante los catorce (14) días inmediatamente previos a dicha elección podrá obtener un estado de los gastos estimados para el año siguiente, en la página web del distrito escolar: www. northbabylonschools. net, en la Biblioteca Pública de North Babylon durante su horario normal de funcionamiento, ubicada en 815 Deer Park Ave. North Babylon, NY 11703, en la Oficina Administrativa del Distrito Escolar, 5 Jardine Place, North Babylon, NY 11703, y en cada uno de los siguientes edificios escolares donde se mantiene la escuela entre las 9:00 y las 15:00, hora predominante, excepto sábados, domingos y festivos: North Babylon High School, Robert Moses Middle School, Marion G. Vedder Elementary, Belmont Elementary, Parliament Place Elementary, William E. DeLuca Elementary y Woods Road Elementary. Y SE DA UN AVISO ADICIONAL de que, conforme a la Sección 495 de la Ley de Impuestos sobre la Propiedad Inmobiliaria, el Distrito Escolar está obligado a adjuntar a su presupuesto propuesto un informe de exención.  Dicho informe de exención, que también formará parte del presupuesto final, mostrará cuánto del valor total tasado en el registro final de evaluación utilizado en el proceso presupuestario está exento de impuestos, listará todos los tipos de

exenciones concedidas identificadas por la autoridad legal y mostrará: (a) el impacto acumulativo de cada tipo de exención expresado ya sea como un importe en dólares de valor impositivado o como un porcentaje del valor total impuesto sobre el rollo; (b) la cantidad acumulada que se espera recibir de los beneficiarios de cada tipo de exención como pagos en lugar de impuestos u otros pagos por servicios municipales; y (c) el impacto acumulativo de todas las exenciones concedidas.  El informe de exención se publicará en cualquier tablón de anuncios mantenido por el Distrito para los avisos públicos y en cualquier sitio web gestionado por el Distrito.  Y SE DA UN AVISO ADICIONAL DE QUE LAS SOLICITUDES PARA VOTOS POR CORREO ANTICIPADO Y POR CORREO ESTARÁN DISPONIBLES DURANTE EL HORARIO LABORAL ESCOLAR EN LA OFICINA DEL Secretario del Distrito a partir del 20 de abril de 2026. De acuerdo con la Ley de Educación §§ 2018-a y 2018-e, las solicitudes completadas de voto por correo y por correo anticipado no pueden ser recibidas por el Secretario del Distrito antes de treinta (30) días antes de la elección, y deben ser recibidas por el Secretario del Distrito al menos siete (7) días antes de la elección si la papeleta se va a enviar al votante, o el día antes de la elección, si la papeleta debe entregarse personalmente al votante o al agente nombrado en la solicitud de voto por correo o por correo anticipado. Las papeletas por correo y por correo anticipado deben ser recibidas por el Secretario del Distrito a más tardar a las 17:00 horas, hora vigente, del martes 19 de mayo de 2026. Una lista de personas a las que se hayan emitido papeletas de voto por correo, y una lista de todas las personas a quienes se hayan entregado papeletas anticipadas de votantes por correo, estará disponible para su inspección para votantes cualificados del Distrito en la oficina del Secretario del Distrito a partir del 14 de mayo de 2026, entre las 9:00 a.m. y las 4:00 p.m. los días laborables previos al día fijado para la elección anual y en mayo 14 de 2026, con cita previa contactando con el Secretario del Distrito en el 631-620-7011 y el 19 de mayo de 2026, fecha fijada para las elecciones. Cualquier votante cualificado podrá, tras examinar dichas listas, presentar una impugnación por escrito de las cualificaciones como votante de cualquier persona cuyo nombre aparezca en dichas listas, exponiendo los motivos de dicha impugnación. Cualquier impugnación escrita será transmitida por el Secretario del Distrito o por un representante de la Junta de Educación a los inspectores de elecciones el día de la elección.

Y SE DA UN AVISO ADICIONAL de que los votantes militares que no estén actualmente registrados pueden solicitar registrarse como votantes cualificados en el Distrito Escolar Libre de North Babylon Union solicitando y enviando una solicitud de registro al Secretario del Distrito en persona, o por correo electrónico

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Continued from previous page a districtclerk@northbabylonschools.net o enviar un fax al 631321-3295. La solicitud de registro puede incluir la preferencia del votante militar para recibir la solicitud de registro por correo, fax o correo electrónico. Los formularios de solicitud de registro de votantes militares deben recibirse en la oficina del Secretario del Distrito a más tardar a las 17:00 horas del 13 de abril de 2026. Y SE DA UN AVISO ADICIONAL de que los votantes militares que sean votantes cualificados del Distrito Escolar Libre de la Unión de North Babylon pueden solicitar una solicitud de papeleta militar al Secretario del Distrito y devolver dicha solicitud de voto militar al Secretario del Distrito en persona, o por correo electrónico a districtclerk@northbabylonschools.net o enviar un fax al 631321-3295. Para que un votante militar reciba una papeleta militar, debe recibirse una solicitud válida de voto militar en la oficina del Secretario del Distrito a más tardar a las 17:00 horas del 13 de abril de 2026. Las solicitudes de papeleta militar recibidas conforme a lo anterior se tramitarán de la misma manera que una solicitud de papeleta no militar conforme a la Sección 2018-a de la Ley de Educación. La solicitud de la papeleta militar puede incluir la preferencia del votante militar para recibir la papeleta militar por correo, fax o correo electrónico. La solicitud original de voto militar de un votante militar y la papeleta militar deben ser devueltas por correo o en persona a la oficina del Secretario del

Distrito en 5 Jardine Place, North Babylon, NY 11703, junto con la declaración jurada firmada requerida por el votante.

Y SE DA UN AVISO ADICIONAL DE QUE LAS PAPELETAS MILITARES DEBERÁN SER CONSULTADAS

SI EL Secretario del Distrito las recibe antes del cierre de las urnas el 19 de mayo de 2026 mostrando una marca de cancelación del Servicio Postal de los Estados Unidos o del servicio postal de un país extranjero, o mostrando una avalación fechada de recepción por otra agencia del Gobierno de los Estados Unidos; o recibidas a más tardar a las 17:00 horas del 19 de mayo, 2026, y firmado y fechado por el votante militar y un testigo, con una fecha que se determina no más tarde que el día anterior a las elecciones.

Y SE DA UN AVISO

ADICIONAL de que, conforme a una norma adoptada por la Junta de Educación conforme a la Ley de Educación de Nueva York §2035, cualquier referendo o propuesta para cambiar el número de miembros de la Junta de Educación, o una emisión de bonos para mejoras de capital, o cualquier otra petición que la ley requiera que conste en el Aviso de Reunión

Anual y Elección debe presentarse ante el Secretario del Distrito en 5 Jardine Place, North Babylon, NY 11703, no más tarde de las 17:00 horas, hora vigente, el 19 de marzo de 2026. Cualquier otra petición, excepto aquellas que la ley exige que consten en el Aviso de Reunión

Anual y Elección, debe presentarse ante el Secretario del Distrito en 5 Jardine Place, North

Babylon, NY 117013, a más tardar a las 17:00 horas, hora vigente del 20 de abril de 2026. Todas estas peticiones deben estar mecanografiadas o impresas en inglés; debe dirigirse al Secretario del Distrito Escolar; deben estar firmados por al menos cuarenta y cinco (45) votantes cualificados del Distrito (que representan la mayor parte del 25 o el 5% del número de votantes que votaron en la elección anual anterior); y debe indicar legiblemente el nombre de cada firmante. Sin embargo, la Junta de Educación no admitirá ninguna petición para presentar ante los votantes ninguna propuesta cuyo propósito no esté dentro de las competencias de los votantes, ni ninguna propuesta o enmienda que sea contraria a la ley.

Y SE DA UN AVISO

ADICIONAL de que aquellos votantes que busquen información sobre esta votación presupuestaria y elección en español deben contactar con la Oficina del Secretario del Distrito en el 631620-7011.

Erin Aristy Secretario del Distrito de la Junta de Educación

Distrito Escolar Libre de la Unión de North Babylon 5 Jardine Place, North Babylon, NY 11703

Aprobado: 19 de marzo de 2026 26-202 4/9,16,23, 5/7

NOTICE

OF PUBLIC AND/OR INFORMATIONAL HEARINGS BY THE TOWN OF BABYLON PLANNING BOARD

Pursuant to Chapter 186, Site Plan Review, and Chapter 213, Zoning, of the Babylon Town Code and Section 276 of the Town Law, notice is hereby given that the Town of Babylon Planning Board will hold public and/or informational hearings(s) at the Babylon Town Hall, Town Board Room, 200 East Sunrise Highway, Lindenhurst, New York, on the Monday, April 13, 2026 at 7:00 p.m. prevailing time or as soon thereafter as can be heard to consider the following application(s):

PUBLIC HEARING/ SITE PLAN REVIEW/CHANGE OF ZONE

JOB# HPLN-36 (2527AE); Stanley Gilpin: SCTM# 0100-168-02022: Zone – E Business/B Residene to B Residene: SEQRA

- Unlisted Action, Uncoordinated Review: Applicant is seeking a change of zone from B Residence/E-Business to B Residence, in order to construct a 2-story single family dwelling, along with associated site improvements.: Property is located on the northeast corner of Gilbert Place and Overland Avenue, Amityville, Suffolk County, Town of Babylon, New York All interested persons should appear at the above time and place by order of Patrick Halpin, Chairperson of the Planning Board, Town of Babylon, North Lindenhurst, Suffolk County, New York

PRINTING INSTRUCTIONS

Amityville Record: 04/08/26 Babylon Beacon: 04/09/26 26-211 4/9

Staging a Cat Bath

Have all the props handy and nearby

Are you feeling brave? Then, you should be able to bathe your cat if you follow certain steps. Although cats are selfcleaning, they do require baths occasionally, especially when flea-infested, covered with an oily or toxic substance, or when you’re trying to reduce the dander level in your house. You can wash your cat at home without maiming Fluffy or yourself if you orchestrate the bath like a well-rehearsed play. Here is advice straight from the script of “Cat Wash” starring Fluffy:

Pets, Pets, Pets...

GATHER THE PROPS . It’s best to have everything- rubber gloves, shampoo, rinse cup, a washcloth for the cat’s face and soft towels- at your fingertips before you begin. Cats calm down more quickly if they have a window screen placed at a 45-degree

angle to grab onto in the tub or sink. A hand spray faucet is a huge help. Mixing the shampoo in a bottle with warm water before starting makes it easier to spread the soap evenly. This gathering should be done nonchalantly so not to tip off the bathee. Make sure the product you are about to use is safe for cats; be extra cautious with kittens. Certain pet shampoos are just for dogs. Read the bottle instructions beforehand. For a flea or medicated bath, the cat may have to stay lathered for 5-10 minutes. It is easier to put the sudsy cat in a carrier while you time it, so have an open carrier accessible before you start. SET THE STAGE. Put on an outfit you don’t care about. Remember any sweater could be pulled and destroyed. Grooming smocks offer another layer of protection.

Long sleeves are necessary in case you are scratched or bitten. Clear all drenchables and breakables from the area before you begin. Adjust the water temperature to lukewarm, open the bottle, and put the screen in place. Mix your shampoo and water combo. Cats can be freaked out by a hand sprayer so you might want to use the faucet and rinse cups instead. Fold another towel and place it at the edge of the sink because cats often like the feel of the towel when they step out of the sink. MAKE-UP. You will finish with fewer scars if you do prepaaratory work such as clipping nails or de-matting a long-haired cat. Baths make mats worse. If you have a rescue kitten with ear mites, clean the ears before the bath. When possible, use tearless cat shampoo. Since shampoos can be eye irritants, apply a little eye ointment before starting. Petroleum-based tubes are available at the vet.

SUMMON THE STAR. Resort to sleight of hand or there will be no cat in sight when you are ready to direct Act 1. Block all exits. Cats possess a mathematical skill to position themselves under the widest bed, equidistant from either side, beyond the widest arm span of any human. Pretend to be doing something else and then scoff

up the feline by the scruff of the neck and gently deposit him in the sink.

LIGHTS, ACTION, SOAKING. Make sure the water is lukewarm. Hold the cat with one hand by the scruff. (For novice bathers or tough cats, two pairs of hands are best.) Talk or sing to the cat. Tell her how good she is even if she isn’t. I prefer show tunes. Just add the cat’s name to the lyrics. Your duet may dumbfound the wet wailer. Soap the cat from the head back. Rinse thoroughly.

DRY THE STAR Wring loose fur carefully. Towel dry as water you can. Shorthaired cats dry quickly on a warm day. Longhaired cats, kittens or chilly weather baths may require a dryer. You can put a cat in a carrier and use your hair dryer on warm. Cooperative cats allow you to hold them and blow dry. Never leave a pet unattended under a dryer. When you are done drying, give your cat a treat. Then get one for yourself

If you don’t think you can manage bathing your cat, go to a professional groomer. Be forewarned that not all groomers work with cats, and the price is comparable to that of a shorthaired dog. Use a groomer who has been recommended by a “cat” person.

JOANNE ANDERSON

Have all supplies and towels within reach before trying to give your cat a bath.

NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING, BUDGET VOTE AND ELECTION

BABYLON UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT

TOWN OF BABYLON, SUFFOLK COUNTY, NEW YORK

NOTICE IS HEREBY

GIVEN that a public hearing of the qualified voters of the Babylon Union Free School District of the Town of Babylon, Suffolk County New York, will be held in the library of the Babylon JuniorSenior High School, 50 Railroad Avenue, Babylon, New York in said District on May 11, 2026 at 7:30 p.m., prevailing time, for the transaction of such business as is authorized by the New York State Education Law, including the following items.

• To present to the voters a detailed statement (proposed budget) of the amount of money which will be required for the 2026-2027 school year.

• To discuss all of the items herein set forth, to be voted upon by voting machine, at the election to be held on Tuesday, May 19, 2026, as hereinafter set forth.

• To transact such other business as may properly come before the meeting AND FURTHER NOTICE IS HEREBY

GIVEN that said vote and election will be held on Tuesday, May 19, 2026, at 6:00 a.m., prevailing time, at the Babylon Junior-Senior High School, 50 Railroad Avenue, Babylon, New York, at which time the polls will be open from 6:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m., prevailing time, to vote by voting machines upon the following items: 1. To adopt the annual budget of the School District for the fiscal year 2026-2027 and to

authorize the requisite portion thereof to be raised by taxation on the taxable property of the District.

2. To consider the following proposition submitted by the Board of Education: Shall the Board of Education of the Babylon UFSD be authorized to expend funds in an amount not to exceed an estimated total cost of $475,000 from funds already deposited in the Babylon UFSD Capital Reserve fund which was established on May 19, 2015 (Reserve Fund) pursuant to Section 3651 of the Education Law for the repair and redesign/expansion of the parking lot at Babylon Elementary School. Furthermore, shall the Board of Education of the Babylon UFSD be authorized to expend funds in an amount not to exceed an estimated total cost of $200,000 from funds already deposited in the Babylon UFSD Capital Reserve fund which was established on May 17, 2016 (Reserve Fund) pursuant to Section 3651 of the Education Law for the removal and installation of a new oil tank, piping, and monitoring system at Babylon Memorial Grade School.

3. To elect three (3) members of the Board of Education of said School District for a three (3) year term commencing on July 1, 2026 and expiring on June 30, 2029. AND FURTHER

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that petitions nominating candidates for the office of Member of the Board of Education of the Babylon Union Free School District shall be filed with the District Clerk of said School District at the District Clerk’s office, located at 50 Railroad Avenue, Babylon, New York,

not later than April 20, 2026 between 9:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m., prevailing time. All nominating petitions must be signed by at least 25 qualified voters of the District (representing the greater of 25 or 2% of the number of voters who voted in the previous annual election); must state the name and residence of each signer, and must state the name and residence of the candidate. Vacancies on the Board of Education shall not be considered separate, specific offices; candidates run at large. AND FURTHER

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that personal registration of voters is required either pursuant to New York Education Law §2014 or pursuant to Article 5 of the New York State Election Law. If a voter has heretofore registered pursuant to New York Education Law §2014 and has voted at any annual or special district meeting within the past four (4) calendar years, such voter is eligible to vote at this election; if a voter is registered and eligible to vote pursuant to Article 5 of the New York State Election Law, such voter is also eligible to vote at this election. All other persons who wish to vote must register. Voters may register on any school day prior May 7, 2026, at the Office of the District Clerk, located at 50 Railroad Avenue, Babylon, New York, between the hours of 9 a.m. and 4 p.m., prevailing time, to add any additional names to the registers to be used at the aforesaid election, at which time any person will be entitled to have her or his name placed on such registers provided that at the meeting of the Board of Registration he or she is known, or

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proven to the satisfaction of the Board of Registration to be then or thereafter entitled to vote at such public hearing or election for which such registers are prepared, and that the registers so prepared pursuant to New York Education Law §2014 and the registration list prepared by the Board of Elections of Suffolk County will be filed in the Office of the District Clerk of the School District, located at 50 Railroad Avenue, Babylon, New York, and will be open for inspection by any qualified voter of the District on weekdays between the hours of 9:00 a.m. and 4:00 p.m., prevailing time, on and after May 14, 2026, and Saturday by pre-arranged appointment, except Sunday; AND FURTHER NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to New York Education Law §2014, the Board of Registration shall meet on May 19, 2026, at the Babylon Junior-Senior High School, located at 50 Railroad Avenue, Babylon, New York between the hours of 6:00 a.m. and 9:00 p.m., prevailing time, to prepare the Register of the School District to be used at the annual meeting and election that is to be held in 2027, and any special meeting that may be held after the preparation of said Register, at which time any person will be entitled to have her or his name placed on such Register, provided that at such meeting of the Board of Registration he or she is known or proven to the satisfaction of such Board of Registration to be then or thereafter entitled to vote at the school meeting or election for which such Register is prepared. AND FURTHER NOTICE IS HEREBY

GIVEN that qualified voters with disabilities who seek information about access to polling places may, in advance of the day of the vote, contact the District Clerk at 631-893-7923 for information about accessibility. AND FURTHER NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that beginning seven (7) days immediately preceding the May 11, 2026, public budget hearing, any resident in the District may request to review a copy of the proposed budget by appearing at the Office of the District Clerk, at 50 Railroad Avenue, Babylon, New York. Additionally, a statement of the estimated expenses for the ensuing year may be obtained by any resident in the District during the fourteen (14) days immediately preceding said election on the school district website https://www. babylon.k12.ny.us/, at the Babylon Public Library located at 24 South Carll Avenue, Babylon, NY during its normal hours of operation, at the School District Administrative Center, 50 Railroad Avenue, Babylon, New York, and at each of the following school buildings in which school is maintained between the hours of 9 a.m. and 4 p.m., prevailing time, except Saturdays, Sundays and holidays: Babylon Elementary School, Babylon Babylon Memorial Grade School, Babylon Babylon Junior-Senior High School, Babylon AND FURTHER NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN, that pursuant to Real Property Tax Law Section 495, the School District is required to attach to its proposed budget an exemption report.  Said exemption report, which will also

become part of the final budget, will show how much of the total assessed value on the final assessment roll used in the budgetary process is exempt from taxation, list every type of exemption granted, identified by statutory authority, and show: (a) the cumulative impact of each type of exemption expressed either as a dollar amount of assessed value or as a percentage of the total assessed value on the roll; (b) the cumulative amount expected to be received from recipients of each type of exemption as payments in lieu of taxes or other payments for municipal services; and (c) the cumulative impact of all exemptions granted.  The exemption report shall be posted on any bulletin board maintained by the District for public notices and on any website maintained by the District.  AND FURTHER NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN, that applications for absentee and early mail ballots will be obtainable during school business hours at the office of the District Clerk beginning April 20, 2026. In accordance with Education Law §§ 2018-a and 2018-e, completed absentee and early mail ballot applications may not be received by the District Clerk earlier than thirty (30) days prior to the election, and 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 or to the agent named in the absentee or early mail ballot application. Absentee and early mail ballots must be received by the District Clerk not

later than 5:00 p.m., prevailing time, on Tuesday, May 19, 2026.

A list of persons to whom absentee ballots shall have been issued, and a list of all persons to whom early mail voter’s ballots shall have been issued, will be available for inspection to qualified voters of the District in the office of the District Clerk on and after May 14, 2026, between the hours of 9:00 a.m. and 4:00 p.m. on weekdays prior to the day set for the annual election and on May 16, 2026, by advanced appointment by contacting the District Clerk at 631-893-7923 and on May 19, 2026, the day set for the election.

Any qualified voter may, upon examination of such lists, file a written challenge of the qualifications as a voter of any person whose name appears on such lists, stating the reasons for such challenge. Any such written challenge shall be transmitted by the District Clerk or a designee of the Board of Education to the inspectors of election on election day.  AND FURTHER NOTICE IS HEREBY

GIVEN, that military voters who are not currently registered may apply to register as a qualified voter of the Babylon Union Free School District by requesting and returning a registration application to the District Clerk in person, or by email to lmcgarvey@babylonufsd. com or fax sent to 631-893-7935. 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 District Clerk no

later than 5:00 p.m. on April 23, 2026. AND FURTHER NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN, that military voters who are qualified voters of the Babylon Union Free School District may request an application for a military ballot from the District Clerk and return such military ballot application to the District Clerk in person, or by email to lmcgarvey@ babylonufsd.com or fax sent to 631-8937935. 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 District Clerk no later than 5:00 p.m., on April 23, 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 District Clerk at 50 Railroad Avenue, Babylon, New York along with the required signed affidavit by the voter. AND FURTHER NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN, that military ballots shall be canvassed if they are received by the District Clerk before the close of polls on May 19, 2026, showing a cancellation mark of the United States Postal Service or a foreign country’s postal service, or showing a dated endorsement

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AND FURTHER NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a rule adopted by the Board of Education in accordance with New York Education Law §2035, any referenda or propositions to change the number of Board of Education members, or a bond issue for capital improvements, or any other petition required by law to be stated in the Notice of Annual Meeting and Election must be filed with the District Clerk at 50 Railroad Avenue, Babylon, New York, not later than 5:00 p.m., prevailing time, on March 20, 2026. Any other petition, except those petitions required by law to be stated in the Notice of Annual Meeting and Election, must be filed with the District Clerk at 50 Railroad Avenue, Babylon, New York, no later than 5:00 p.m., prevailing time on April 20, 2026. All such petitions must be typed or printed in the English language; must be directed to the Clerk of the School District; must be signed by at least eighty-six (86) qualified voters of the District (86 representing 10% of the number of voters in the previous annual election); and must legibly state the name of each signer. However, the Board of Education will not entertain any petition to place before the voters any proposition the purpose of which is

not within the powers of the voters to determine, nor any proposition or amendment which is contrary to law.

AND FURTHER NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that those voters seeking information regarding this Budget Vote and Election in Spanish should contact the Office of the District Clerk at 631-893-7923

Linda McGarvey District Clerk of the Board of Education Babylon Union Free School District 50 Railroad Avenue, Babylon, New York 26-183 4/2, 9, 23, 5/7

AVISO DE AUDIENCIA PÚBLICA, VOTACIÓN PRESUPUESTARIA Y ELECCIÓN

DISTRITO ESCOLAR LIBRE DE BABYLON UNION

PUEBLO DE BABYLON, CONDADO DE SUFFOLK, NUEVA YORK

SE EMITE UN AVISO de que una audiencia pública de los votantes cualificados del Distrito Escolar Babylon Union Free del municipio de Babylon, condado de Suffolk, Nueva York, se celebrará en la biblioteca de la Babylon JuniorSenior High School, 50 Railroad Avenue, Babylon, Nueva York, en dicho distrito, el 11 de mayo de 2026 a las 19:30 horas, en el tiempo vigente, para la transacción de aquellos negocios autorizados por la Ley de Educación del Estado de Nueva York, incluyendo los siguientes elementos.

• Presentar a los votantes una declaración detallada (presupuesto propuesto) sobre la cantidad de dinero que se requerirá para el curso escolar 2026-2027.

• Debatir todos los puntos aquí

expuestos, que serán votados por máquina de votación, en las elecciones que se celebrarán el martes 19 de mayo de 2026, como se establece a continuación.

• Para tratar otros asuntos que puedan ocurrir adecuadamente antes de la reunión

Y SE DA UN AVISO ADICIONAL de que dicha votación y elección se celebrarán el martes 19 de mayo de 2026, a las 6:00 a.m., hora vigente, en el Babylon Junior-Senior High School, 50 Railroad Avenue, Babylon, Nueva York, momento en el que las urnas estarán abiertas de 6:00 a.m. a 9:00 p.m., hora vigente, para votar mediante máquinas de votación sobre los siguientes puntos:

1. Adoptar el presupuesto anual del Distrito Escolar para el año fiscal 2026-2027 y autorizar que la parte requerida se recaude, mediante impuestos, sobre la propiedad sujeta a impuestos del Distrito.

2. Considerar la siguiente propuesta presentada por la Junta de Educación: ¿Debe la Junta de Educación del Babylon UFSD estar autorizada a gastar fondos en una cantidad que no exceda un coste total estimado de 475.000 dólares de fondos ya depositados en el fondo de Reserva de Capital Babylon UFSD, establecido el 19 de mayo de 2015 (Fondo de Reserva) conforme a la Sección 3651 de la Ley de Educación para la reparación y rediseño/ampliación del aparcamiento en la escuela primaria Babylon. Además, ¿se autorizará la Junta de Educación del Babylon UFSD a gastar fondos en una cantidad que no exceda un coste total estimado de 200.000 dólares de

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fondos ya depositados en el fondo de reserva de capital de Babylon UFSD, establecido el 17 de mayo de 2016 (Fondo de Reserva) conforme a la Sección 3651 de la Ley de Educación para la retirada e instalación de un nuevo tanque de aceite, tuberías y sistema de monitorización en Babylon Memorial Primary School 3. Elegir a tres (3) miembros de la Junta de Educación de dicho distrito escolar para un mandato de tres (3) años que comienza el 1 de julio de 2026 y expira el 30 de junio de 2029.

Y SE DA UN AVISO ADICIONAL de que las peticiones que nominen candidatos para el cargo de Miembro de la Junta de Educación del Distrito Escolar Libre Babylon Union deberán presentarse ante el Secretario del Distrito en la oficina del Secretario del Distrito, situada en 50 Railroad Avenue, Babylon, Nueva York, a más tardar el 20 de abril, 2026 entre las 9:00 a.m. y las 5:00 p.m., hora predominante. Todas las peticiones de nominación deben estar firmadas por al menos 25 votantes cualificados del Distrito (representando la mayor parte del 25 o el 2% del número de votantes que votaron en la elección anual anterior); deben indicar el nombre y la residencia de cada firmante, y el nombre y la residencia del candidato. Las vacantes en la Junta de Educación no se considerarán cargos separados o específicos; los candidatos se presentan en la categoría de votos libres.

Y SE DA MÁS AVISO de que el registro personal de votantes es obligatorio ya sea conforme a la Ley de Educación de Nueva York §2014 o conforme al

Artículo 5 de la Ley Electoral del Estado de Nueva York. Si un votante se ha registrado hasta ahora conforme a la Ley de Educación de Nueva York §2014 y ha votado en alguna reunión anual o especial de distrito en los últimos cuatro (4) años naturales, dicho votante es elegible para votar en esta elección; si un votante está registrado y es elegible para votar conforme al Artículo 5 de la Ley Electoral del Estado de Nueva York, dicho votante también es elegible para votar en esta elección. Todas las demás personas que deseen votar deben registrarse. Los votantes podrán registrarse en cualquier día escolar anterior al 7 de mayo de 2026, en la Oficina del Secretario del Distrito, situada en 50 Railroad Avenue, Babylon, Nueva York, entre las 9 a.m. y las 4 p.m., hora predominante, para añadir cualquier nombre adicional a los registros que se usen en dicha elección, momento en el que cualquier persona tendrá derecho a que su nombre sea incluido en dichos registros siempre que en la reunión de la Junta de Registro se sabe, o se ha probado a satisfacción de la Junta de Registro, que tiene derecho a votar en la audiencia pública o elección para la que se preparen dichos registros, y que los registros así preparados conforme a la Ley de Educación de Nueva York §2014 y la lista de registro preparada por la Junta Electoral del Condado de Suffolk se archivarán en la Oficina del Distrito Secretario del Distrito Escolar, ubicado en 50 Railroad Avenue, Babylon, Nueva York, y estará abierto para la inspección de cualquier votante cualificado del Distrito entre los

días laborables entre las 9:00 a.m. y las 4:00 p.m., hora vigente, a partir del 14 de mayo de 2026, y el sábado mediante cita preestablecida, excepto los domingos; Y SE DA UN AVISO ADICIONAL de que, conforme a la Ley de Educación de Nueva York §2014, la Junta de Registro se reunirá el 19 de mayo de 2026 en la Babylon JuniorSenior High School, situada en 50 Railroad Avenue, Babylon, Nueva York, entre las 6:00 a.m. y las 9:00 p.m., hora vigente, para preparar el Registro del Distrito Escolar que se utilizará en la reunión anual y elección que se celebrará en 2027, y cualquier reunión extraordinaria que pueda celebrarse después de la preparación de dicho Registro, en la que cualquier persona tendrá derecho a que su nombre se incluya en dicho Registro, siempre que en dicha reunión de la Junta de Registro se sepa o se demuestre a satisfacción de dicha Junta de Registro que tiene derecho a votar en la reunión o elección escolar para la cual dicho Registro está preparado.

Y SE DA UN AVISO ADICIONAL de que los votantes cualificados con discapacidad que soliciten información sobre el acceso a los colegios electorales pueden, antes del día de la votación, contactar con el Secretario del Distrito en el 631-893-7923 para obtener información sobre accesibilidad.

Y SE DA UN AVISO ADICIONAL de que, a partir de siete (7) días inmediatamente antes de la audiencia pública presupuestaria del 11 de mayo de 2026, cualquier residente del Distrito podrá solicitar revisar una copia del presupuesto propuesto compartiendo en la

Oficina del Secretario del Distrito, en 50 Railroad Avenue, Babylon, Nueva York. Además, cualquier residente del distrito durante los catorce (14) días inmediatamente anteriores a dicha elección podrá obtener un extracto de los gastos estimados para el año siguiente, en la página web del distrito escolar https://www. babylon.k12.ny.us/, en la Biblioteca Pública de Babylon, ubicada en 24 South Carll Avenue, Babylon, NY, durante su horario normal de funcionamiento. en el Centro Administrativo del Distrito Escolar, 50 Railroad Avenue, Babylon, Nueva York, y en cada uno de los siguientes edificios escolares donde se mantiene la escuela entre las 9:00 y las 16:00, hora predominante, excepto sábados, domingos y festivos: Escuela Primaria Babylon, Babylon Escuela Primaria Memorial Babylon, Babylon Escuela Secundaria Babylon, Babylon Y SE DA UN AVISO ADICIONAL de que, conforme a la Sección 495 de la Ley de Impuestos sobre la Propiedad Inmobiliaria, el Distrito Escolar está obligado a adjuntar a su presupuesto propuesto un informe de exención.  Dicho informe de exención, que también formará parte del presupuesto final, mostrará cuánto del valor total tasado en el registro final de evaluación utilizado en el proceso presupuestario está exento de impuestos, listará todos los tipos de exenciones concedidas identificadas por la autoridad legal y mostrará: (a) el impacto acumulativo de cada tipo de exención expresado ya sea como un importe en dólares de valor impositivado

o como un porcentaje del valor total impuesto sobre el rollo; (b) la cantidad acumulada que se espera recibir de los beneficiarios de cada tipo de exención como pagos en lugar de impuestos u otros pagos por servicios municipales; y (c) el impacto acumulativo de todas las exenciones concedidas.  El informe de exención se publicará en cualquier tablón de anuncios mantenido por el Distrito para los avisos públicos y en cualquier sitio web gestionado por el Distrito.  Y SE DA UN AVISO ADICIONAL DE QUE LAS SOLICITUDES PARA VOTOS POR CORREO ANTICIPADO Y POR CORREO ESTARÁN DISPONIBLES DURANTE EL HORARIO LABORAL ESCOLAR EN LA OFICINA DEL Secretario del Distrito a partir del 20 de abril de 2026. De acuerdo con la Ley de Educación §§ 2018-a y 2018-e, las solicitudes completadas de voto por correo y por correo anticipado no pueden ser recibidas por el Secretario del Distrito antes de treinta (30) días antes de la elección, y deben ser recibidas por el Secretario del Distrito al menos siete (7) días antes de la elección si la papeleta se va a enviar al votante, o el día antes de la elección, si la papeleta debe entregarse personalmente al votante o al agente nombrado en la solicitud de voto por correo o por correo anticipado. Las papeletas por correo y por correo anticipado deben ser recibidas por el Secretario del Distrito a más tardar a las 17:00 horas, hora vigente, del martes 19 de mayo de 2026. Continued on next page

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Y SE DA UN AVISO ADICIONAL de que los votantes militares que no estén actualmente registrados pueden solicitar registrarse como votantes cualificados en el Distrito Escolar Babylon Union Free solicitando y enviando una solicitud de registro al Secretario del Distrito en persona, o por correo electrónico a lmcgarvey@babylonufsd. com o por fax al 631893-7935. La solicitud de registro puede incluir la preferencia del votante militar para recibir la solicitud de

registro por correo, fax o correo electrónico. Los formularios de solicitud de registro de votantes militares deben recibirse en la oficina del Secretario del Distrito a más tardar a las 17:00 horas del 23 de abril de 2026. Y SE DA UN AVISO ADICIONAL de que los votantes militares que sean votantes cualificados del Distrito Escolar Babylon Union Free pueden solicitar una solicitud de papeleta militar al Secretario del Distrito y devolver dicha solicitud de papeleta militar al Secretario del Distrito en persona, o por correo electrónico a lmcgarvey@babylonufsd.com o por fax al 631-893-7935. Para que un votante militar reciba una papeleta militar, debe recibirse una solicitud válida de papeleta militar en la oficina del Secretario del Distrito a más tardar a las 17:00 horas del 23 de abril de 2026. Las solicitudes de papeleta militar recibidas conforme a lo anterior se tramitarán de la misma manera que una solicitud de papeleta no militar conforme a la Sección 2018-a de la Ley de Educación. La solicitud de la papeleta militar puede incluir la preferencia del votante militar para recibir la papeleta militar por correo, fax o correo electrónico. La solicitud original de la papeleta militar y la papeleta militar de un votante militar deben ser devueltas por correo o en persona a la oficina del Secretario del Distrito en 50 Railroad Avenue, Babylon, Nueva York, junto con la declaración jurada firmada requerida por el votante.

Y SE DA UN AVISO ADICIONAL de que las papeletas militares deberán ser consul-

tadas si el Secretario del Distrito las recibe antes del cierre de las urnas el 19 de mayo de 2026, mostrando una marca de cancelación del Servicio Postal de los Estados Unidos o del servicio postal de un país extranjero, o mostrando una avalación fechada de recepción por otra agencia del Gobierno de los Estados Unidos; o recibidas a más tardar a las 17:00 horas del 19 de mayo, 2026, y firmado y fechado por el votante militar y un testigo, con una fecha que se determina no más tarde que el día anterior a las elecciones.

Y SE DA UN AVISO ADICIONAL de que, conforme a una norma adoptada por la Junta de Educación conforme a la Ley de Educación de Nueva York §2035, cualquier referéndum o propuesta para cambiar el número de miembros de la Junta de Educación, o una emisión de bonos para mejoras de capital, o cualquier otra petición que la ley requiera constar en el Aviso de Asamblea

Anual y Elección debe presentarse ante el Secretario del Distrito en 50 Railroad Avenue, Babylon, Nueva York, a más tardar a las 17:00 horas, hora vigente, el 20 de marzo de 2026. Cualquier otra petición, excepto aquellas que la ley exige que consten en el Aviso de Reunión

y seis (86) votantes cualificados del Distrito (86 representando el 10% del número de votantes en la elección anual anterior); y debe indicar legiblemente el nombre de cada firmante. Sin embargo, la Junta de Educación no admitirá ninguna petición para presentar ante los votantes ninguna propuesta cuyo propósito no esté dentro de las competencias de los votantes, ni ninguna propuesta o enmienda que sea contraria a la ley.

Y SE DA UN AVISO ADICIONAL de que aquellos votantes que busquen información sobre esta votación presupuestaria y elección en español deben contactar con la Oficina del Secretario del Distrito en el 631893-7923

Linda McGarvey Secretario del Distrito de la Junta de Educación

Distrito Escolar Babylon Union Free 50 Avenida del Ferrocarril, Babylon, Nueva York 26-184 4/2, 9, 23, 5/7

Notice of Annual School District Election & Budget Vote Deer Park Union Free School District

2027 school year and to levy the necessary tax therefore?

ELECT MEMBERS TO THE BOARD OF EDUCATION AS FOLLOWS:

A.One member for a term of three (3) years commencing July 1, 2026 and ending June 30, 2029, to succeed Al Centamore, whose term expires June 30, 2026.

B. One member for a term of three (3) years commencing July 1, 2026 and ending June 30, 2029, to succeed Donna Gulli Grunseich, whose term expires June 30, 2026.

Notice is further given that a budget hearing will be held on Tuesday, May 5, 2026 at 7:30 P.M. at the Administration Office, 1881 Deer Park Avenue, Deer Park, N.Y. Copies of the proposed District budget for the year 2026-2027, together with the text of all propositions, will be available at the election, on the District website at www.deerparkschools.org; and in each school building in the District beginning 14 days prior to the Annual District Election during the hours designated:

John Quincy Adams Primary School - 9:00

A.M. to 3:00 P.M.

tion Law. All qualified voters who voted in school elections or at any special meeting or in any general election within the past four (4) years are not required to register with the Board of Registration for the May 19, 2026 election.

Notice is further given that the Board of Registration shall meet on the following dates for the purpose of registering voters for the May 19, 2026 annual district election:

• Wednesday, May 6 @ Administration Office, 9:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.

• Tuesday, May 12 @ Administration Office, 9:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.

• Wednesday, May 13 @ Administration Office, 3:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m.

Continued on next page Una lista de personas a las que se hayan emitido papeletas de voto por correo, y una lista de todas las personas a quienes se hayan entregado papeletas anticipadas de votantes por correo, estará disponible para su inspección para votantes cualificados del Distrito en la oficina del Secretario del Distrito a partir del 14 de mayo de 2026, entre las 9:00 a.m. y las 4:00 p.m. los días laborables previos al día fijado para la elección anual y en mayo 16 de 2026, con cita previa contactando con el Secretario del Distrito en el 631-893-7923 y el 19 de mayo de 2026, fecha fijada para la elección. Cualquier votante cualificado podrá, tras examinar dichas listas, presentar una impugnación por escrito de las cualificaciones como votante de cualquier persona cuyo nombre aparezca en dichas listas, exponiendo los motivos de dicha impugnación. Cualquier impugnación escrita será transmitida por el Secretario del Distrito o por un representante de la Junta de Educación a los inspectores de elecciones el día de la elección.

Anual y Elección, debe presentarse ante el Secretario del Distrito en 50 Railroad Avenue, Babylon, Nueva York, a más tardar a las 17:00 horas, hora vigente el 20 de abril de 2026. Todas estas peticiones deben estar mecanografiadas o impresas en inglés; debe dirigirse al Secretario del Distrito Escolar; deben estar firmados por al menos ochenta

Notice is given that an Annual Meeting of the Deer Park Union Free School District, Suffolk County, NY, will be held at the Deer Park High School (gymnasium), 1 Falcon Place, Deer Park, NY, on Tuesday, May 19, 2026 from 7:00 A.M. to 9:00 P.M, at which time the polls will be open to vote by voting machine upon the following propositions:

PROPOSITION I., SCHOOL DISTRICT

BUDGET:

Shall the Board of Education of the Deer Park Union Free School District be authorized to expend the sums of money set forth in the proposed budget for the 2026-

May Moore Primary School - 9:00 A.M. to 3:00 P.M.

John F. Kennedy Intermediate School – 8:30 A.M. to 2:30 P.M.

Robert Frost Middle School – 9:00 A.M. to 3:00 P.M.

Deer Park Senior High School - 8:00 A.M. to 2:00 P.M.

Homer Avenue Building - 8:00 A.M. -3:00 P.M.

Notice is further given that pursuant to Education Law §2014, personal registration of voters is required and no person shall be entitled to vote at said meeting whose name does not appear on the register of said school district, or who is not registered under Article 5 of the Elec-

Please note that registration with the District for the May 19, 2026 election will not be permitted after the time set above on May 13, 2026. The register prepared will be on file in the District Clerk’s office, Administration Building, 1881 Deer Park Avenue, Deer Park, NY, and such register will be open for inspection by any qualified voter of the District from 8:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., on each of the five (5) days prior to the election, including Saturday, May 16, 2026 (by appointment only), excluding Sunday and holidays, and during the election on May 19, 2026.

Notice is further given that petitions nominating candidates for the office of member of the Board of Education shall be filed from 8:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., in the District Clerk’s office, except that on Monday, April 20, 2026, nominating petitions may be filed with the District Clerk from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Nominating petitions may not be filed later than 5:00 p.m. on April 20, 2026. Each petition must be directed to the District Clerk; must be signed

by at least twenty-five (25) qualified voters of the district; must state the name and residence of the candidate; and must describe the specific vacancy for which the candidate is nominated, including the length of the term of office and the name of the last incumbent. In accordance with the rules adopted pursuant to Education Law §2035 and Board Policy #1050, the following rule applies to propositions which are not required to be included in the legal notice. Any qualified voter may have a proposition placed upon the ballot, provided that such proposition is typed or printed and submitted to the District Clerk not less than thirty (30) days before the Annual School District Election, i.e. no later than April 20, 2026. A voter proposition must contain the greater of 25 signatures or 5% of the eligible voters who voted in the previous annual election of the members of the Board of Education, whichever is greater. However, the Board will not entertain any proposition to be placed before the voters where the proposition is not within the power of the voters to determine, would be confusing to the voters, or is contrary to law.

Notice is further given that applications for absentee ballots are to be completed on a form prescribed by the state board of elections and may be obtained by contacting the District Clerk by email at Brennan.l@deerparkschools.org, or phone at 631-274-4013. Applications for early mail ballots are to be completed on a form prescribed by the state board of elections and may be obtained by visiting the State Education Department’s website (https://www. counsel.nysed.gov/ miscellaneous), or by contacting the Dis-

trict Clerk by email at Brennan.l@deerparkschools.org or phone at 631-274-4013. Completed applications for absentee and early mail ballots must be received 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 or to his or her designated agent, but such applications will not be accepted before April 20, 2026. Absentee and early mail ballots must be received in the District Clerk’s office not later than 5:00 p.m. on Tuesday, May 19, 2026 to be canvassed. A list of all persons to whom absentee and early mail ballots have been issued will be available for inspection in the District Clerk’s office on each of the five days prior to the election during the hours of 8:00 a.m. – 3:30 p.m. except Sunday, and on Saturday by appointment only.

Notice is further given, that pursuant to Education Law §2018-d, any person serving in the military, including spouses and dependents, may register to vote in the upcoming school district election. A military voter who is a qualified voter of the school district may obtain a registration form by contacting the District Clerk by telephone (631-274-4013), facsimile (631-242-6762), email (brennan.l@ deerparkschools.org), mail (1881 Deer Park Avenue, Deer Park, NY 11729), or in person (from 8:00 a.m. – 3:30 p.m.). A military voter who is duly registered may apply for a military ballot by requesting an application form from the District Clerk. Completed applications must be personally delivered or mailed to the District Clerk

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and received no later than 5:00 p.m. on April 23, 2026. Military ballots must be received by 5:00 p.m. on May 19, 2026 if signed and dated by the military voter and one witness thereto with a date which is not later than the day before the election, or not later than the close of the polls on May 19, 2026 if 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. A military voter may designate a preference to receive a military voter registration form, military ballot application or military ballot by mail, facsimile or electronic mail in the request for such registration, ballot application, or ballot.

Notice is further given, that pursuant to Section 495 of the Real Property Tax Law, the District is required to attach to its proposed budget an exemption report.  Said exemption report, which will also become part of the final budget, will show how the total assessed value on the final assessment roll used in the budgetary process is exempt from taxation, list every type of exemption granted by the statutory authority, and show the cumulative impact of each type of exemption, the cumulative amount expected to be received as payments in lieu of taxes and the cumulative impact of all exemptions granted.

Notice is further given, that this Board shall convene a special meeting thereof within 24 hours after the filing with the District Clerk of a written report of the results of the ballot for the purpose of examining and tabulating said reports of the result of

the ballot and declaring the result of the ballot; that the Board designates itself to be a set of poll clerks to cast and canvass ballots pursuant to Education Law §2019-a(2)(b) at said special meeting of the Board.

Ms. Lisa Brennan, District Clerk Deer Park Union Free School District Suffolk County, New York 26-187. 4/2, 9, 23, 5/7

Aviso de Elección Escolar Anual y Voto de Presupuesto Deer Park Union Free School District

Se hace saber que una Reunión Anual del Distrito Escolar de Deer Park , Condado de Suffolk, N.Y., se llevará a cabo en Deer Park High School (gimnasio) , 1 Falcon Place, Deer Park , NY, el martes, 19 de mayo , 2026, de 7:00 a.m. a las 9:00 p.m, hora en la que se abrirán las urnas para votar mediante máquina de votación sobre las siguientes propuestas:

Proposición I., PRESUPUESTO DEL DISTRITO ESCOLAR :

¿Se debe autorizar a la junta del Distrito Escolar de Deer Park a gastar las sumas de dinero establecidas en el presupuesto propuesto para el año 2026-2027 y, por lo tanto, a recaudar el impuesto necesario?

ELEGIR A LOS MIEMBROS DE LA JUNTA DE EDUCACIÓN COMO

SIGUE :

A.      Un miembro por un período de tres (3) años comenzando el 1 de julio de 2026 y finalizando el 30 de junio de 2029, para suceder a Al Centamore , cuyo período expira el 30 de junio de 2026 .

B.      Un miembro por un período de tres (3) años comenzando el 1 de julio de 2026 y finalizando el 30 de junio

de 2029, para suceder a Donna Gulli Grunseich, cuyo periodo expira el 30 de junio de 2026. Además se hace saber que se llevará a cabo una audiencia presupuestaria el martes 5 de mayo 2026, a las 7: 30 p.m. en la Oficina de Administración de 1881 Deer Park Avenue, Deer Park, N.Y. Las copias de la propuesta presupuestaria del distrito para el año 2026-2027, junto con el texto de todas las propuestas, estarán disponibles en la elección, en el sitio web del Distrito en www. deerparkschools.org. y en cada edificio escolar del Distrito a partir de los 14 días anteriores a la Elección Anual del Distrito durante las horas designadas.

Escuela primaria John Quincy Adams: de 9:00 a. m. a 3:00 p. m.

Escuela primaria May Moore: de 9:00 a. m. a 3:00 p. m.

Escuela intermedia

John F. Kennedy: de 8:30 a. m. a 2:30 p. m.

Escuela secundaria

Robert Frost: de 9:00 a. m. a 3:00 p. m.

Escuela secundaria

Deer Park: de 8:00 a. m. a 2:00 p. m.

Edificio Homer Avenue: de 8:00 a. m. a 3:00 p. m.

Se notifica además que de conformidad con la Ley de Educación §2014, se requiere el registro personal de votantes y ninguna persona tendrá derecho a votar en dicha reunión cuyo nombre no aparezca en el registro de dicho distrito escolar, o que no esté registrado bajo el Artículo 5 de la Ley Electoral. Todos los votantes calificados que votaron en las elecciones escolares o en cualquier reunión especial o en cualquier elección general dentro de los cuatro (4) años anteriores a la preparación del reg-

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istro no están obligados a registrarse en la Junta de Registro para la elección del 19 de mayo de 2026. Además, se notifica que la Junta de Registro se reunirá en las siguientes fechas con el propósito de registrar votantes para la elección anual del distrito del 19 de mayo de 2026:

• Miércoles 6 de mayo en la Oficina de Administración, de 9:00 a.m a 1:00 p.m

• Martes 12 de mayo en la Oficina de Administración, de 9:00 a.m a 1:00 p.m.

•Miércoles 13 de mayo en la Oficina de Administración, de 3:00 p.m. a 7:00 p.m. Tenga en cuenta que la inscripción en el Distrito para las elecciones del 19 de mayo de 2026 no se permitirá después del tiempo establecido anteriormente el 13 de mayo de 2026. Se notifica que el registro preparado de conformidad con la Sección 2014 de la Ley de Educación será archivado en la oficina de la Secretaria del Distrito, en el Edificio de Administración de 1881 Deer Park Avenue, Deer Park, N .Y. , y que dicho registro estará abierto para la inspección de cualquier votante calificado del Distrito entre las 8:00 a.m. y las 3:30 p.m., en cada uno de los cinco (5) días antes de la elección, incluyendo el sábado 16 de mayo de 2026 (con cita previa) y excluyendo los domingos y días festivos, y durante las elecciones el 19 de mayo de 2026. Además se hace constar que las peticiones nominando candidatos para el cargo de miembro de la Junta de Educación se deberán presentar entre las 8:00 a.m. y las 3:30 p.m., en la oficina de la Secretaria del Distrito, excepto que el lunes, 20 de abril de

2026, las peticiones de nominación pueden ser presentadas ante la Secretaria del Distrito entre las 8:00 a.m. y las 5:00 p.m. Las peticiones de nominación no pueden presentarse después de las 5:00 p.m. el 20 de abril de 2026. Cada petición debe ser dirigida a la Secretaria del Distrito; debe estar firmada por al menos veinticinco (25) votantes calificados del distrito; debe indicar el nombre y la residencia del candidato; y debe describir la vacante específica para la cual se nominó al candidato, incluyendo la duración del mandato y el nombre del último titular. De acuerdo con las reglas adoptadas de conformidad con la Ley de Educación §2035 y la Política de la Junta #1050, la siguiente regla se aplica a las propuestas que no deben incluirse en el aviso legal. Cualquier votante calificado puede hacer que se coloque una propuesta en la boleta, siempre que dicha propuesta esté mecanografiada o impresa y enviada a la Secretaría del Distrito no menos de treinta (30) días antes de la elección anual del distrito escolar, es decir, a más tardar el 20 de abril de 2026. Una propuesta de votante debe contener la mayor de las 25 firmas o el 5% de los votantes elegibles que votaron en la elección anual anterior de los miembros de la Junta de Educación, la que sea mayor. Sin embargo, la Junta no tomará en cuenta cualquier propuesta que se presente a los votantes cuando la propuesta no esté dentro del poder de los votantes para determinar, sería confusa para los votantes o sería contraria a la ley. Además, se notifica que las solicitudes de boletas de voto en aus-

encia deben completarse en un formulario prescrito por la Junta Electoral del Estado, el cual puede obtenerse contactando a la Secretaría del Distrito por correo electrónico en brennan.l@deerparkschools.org o por teléfono al 631-2744013.

Las solicitudes para las boletas de voto anticipado por correo deben completarse en un formulario prescrito por la junta electoral estatal y pueden obtenerse visitando el sitio web del Departamento de Educación del Estado (https:// www.counsel.nysed. gov/miscellaneous) o comunicándose con la Secretaria del Distrito por correo electrónico a Brennan.l@ deerparkschools.org o por teléfono al 631274-4013.

Las solicitudes completas para las papeletas de voto en ausencia y de voto anticipado por correo deben recibirse al menos siete (7) días antes de la elección si la papeleta se enviará por correo al votante, o el día antes de la elección si la papeleta se entregará personalmente al votante o a su agente designado, pero dichas solicitudes no se aceptarán antes del 20 de abril de 2026. Las papeletas de voto en ausencia y de voto anticipado por correo deben recibirse en la oficina de la Secretaría del Distrito a más tardar a las 5:00 p. m. del martes 19 de mayo de 2026 para ser escrutadas. Una lista de todas las personas a quienes se les han emitido papeletas de voto en ausencia y de voto anticipado por correo estará disponible para su inspección en la oficina de la Secretaría del Distrito cada uno de los cinco días previos a la elección durante el horario de 8:00 a. m. a 3:30 p. m.

excepto los domingos y los sábados solo con cita previa. Además, se notifica que, de conformidad con la Ley de Educación §2018-d, cualquier persona que preste servicio en las fuerzas armadas, incluyendo los cónyuges y dependientes, puede registrarse para votar en las próximas elecciones del distrito escolar. Un votante militar que sea un votante calificado del distrito escolar puede obtener un formulario de registro comunicándose con la Secretaria del Distrito por teléfono (631-2744013), fax (631-2426762), correo electrónico (brennan.l@ deerparkschools.org), correo (1881 Deer Park Avenue, Deer Park, NY 11729), o en persona (durante el horario de oficina habitual de 8:00 a.m. a 3:30 p.m.). Un votante militar que esté debidamente registrado puede solicitar una boleta militar solicitando un formulario de solicitud a la Secretaría del Distrito. Las solicitudes completas deben entregarse personalmente o enviarse por correo a la Secretaria del Distrito y recibirse a más tardar a las 5:00 p.m. el 23 de abril de 2026. Las boletas militares deben recibirse antes de las 5:00 p.m. el 19 de mayo de 2026 si están firmadas y fechadas por el votante militar y un testigo del mismo con una fecha que no sea posterior al día anterior a la elección, o no posterior al cierre de las urnas el 19 de mayo de 2026 si tienen matasellos o endosamiento de una agencia del gobierno de los Estados Unidos. Un votante militar puede designar una preferencia para recibir un formulario de registro de votante militar, una solicitud de boleta

militar o una boleta militar por correo, fax o correo electrónico en la solicitud de dicho registro, solicitud de boleta o boleta. Se da aviso adicional, de conformidad con la Sección 495 de la Ley de Impuestos sobre Bienes Raíces, el Distrito debe adjuntar a su presupuesto propuesto un informe de exención.   Dicho informe de exención, que también formará parte del presupuesto final, mostrará cómo el valor total evaluado en la tirada de evaluación final utilizada en el proceso presupuestario está exento de impuestos, enumera cada tipo de exención otorgada por la autoridad estatutaria y muestra el el impacto acumulativo de cada tipo de exención, la cantidad acumulada que se espera recibir como pagos en lugar de impuestos y el impacto acumulativo de todas las exenciones otorgadas.

Se da aviso adicional, de que esta Junta convocará una reunión especial de la misma dentro de las 24 horas posteriores a la presentación ante la Secretaria del Distrito de un informe escrito de los resultados de la boleta con el fin de examinar y tabular dichos informes del resultado de la boleta electoral y declarando el resultado de la papeleta; que la Junta por este medio se designa a sí misma como un conjunto de funcionarios de votación para emitir y examinar las boletas de acuerdo con la Ley de Educación §2019-a (2)(b) en dicha reunión especial de la Junta.  Señora Lisa Brennan, Secretaria del Distrito Deer Park Union Free School District Condado de Suffolk, Nueva York   26-188. 4/2, 9, 23, 5/7

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Many years ago I was very active in the American Institute of Architects, to the point of being vice president of the Long Island chapter. I left them when I realized that they did not want to have the backbone to challenge, as a professional group, the regulations that cause construction and building design to become out of reach for a large segment of our population. In the years following, I daily encountered the thousands of building owners who never even attempted to comply with building regulations, basically skirting the entire permit process altogether because of the added expense.

The first and foremost expense is caused by the delays in getting through the approval process. There are so many reasons for the slowdown that it will take several columns, at 500 words apiece, to get through the long list of problems. If you ask a government official, they will point to the design professionals who “just can’t seem to get the regulations right” in their drawing submissions. I have often listened as officials complained to me about inadequate drawings being submitted. In all fairness, it is a two-way street, because the communications from officials back to the architects and engineers is often incoherent or incomplete.

When a plans examiner uses phrases like “demonstrate compliance” or “incomplete submission,” they are contributing to the problem, not solving it. Instead of pointing to specific sections of code and explaining the very specific problem, they communicate in generalities that are useless and cause a lot of extra work and discussion among the people trying to move a project forward. The phrase “If you aren’t part of the solution, you’re part of the problem” applies here.

I remember when a plans examiner would mark up and discuss specific drawings, and some even went the extra mile and pulled out their code books. In the era of computers, the internet and the “portal,” building officials often abbreviate and confuse both the professional and the customer by not pointing out that “the wording on Sheet 3 in the upper right-hand corner should state…” The lack of specifics creates lots of back-and-forth, delays and cost to the owner for the delays. Rent and taxes still need to be paid during the delays.

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Rosemary and I and our son Sean recently visited the University of Notre Dame. In many ways it was a homecoming.

Rosemary, her mother and her sister graduated from St. Mary’s College, adjacent to Notre Dame, in the days before it accepted female students. Her father and two brothers are Notre Dame grads. Our daughter Erin and I graduated from Notre Dame Law School, and Sean earned his MBA from Notre Dame’s Mendoza School of Business. Sean is now an affiliated scholar at the university’s Liu Institute for Asian Affairs, and regularly lectures on Asian geopolitics and economic policy at the institute and the Mendoza School. When I was growing up as an IrishCatholic kid in blue-collar Queens, Notre Dame embodied Irish-Catholic immigrant success in becoming a part of the American fabric and achieving the American dream. That success was exemplified by Notre Dame’s fabled football teams, which dominated college

football during that era. Of course, there was and is more to the university than football. Notre Dame was founded at a time of severe anti-Catholic bias in the country, led by hate groups such as the Ku Klux Klan and the Know Nothing movement. There also was anti-Catholic bias in academia well into the 20th century, which Arthur Schlesinger Sr. described as “the anti-Semitism of intellectuals.”

My wife and I visited a university you may have heard of to watch our son in action.

Notre Dame, though, went beyond being a defensive religious fortress to making Catholic thought a part of American life, along with full acceptance of other religions, with open debate and finding common ground encouraged. Striking that balance can be difficult, but it is still working. Religious freedom was on display on the campus last year, when pro-Hamas demonstrations did not devolve into the antisemitic violence that occurred at other universities, such as Columbia. Students were given prescribed locations and time periods for demonstrations, and those who ignored them were arrested. The result was intelligent debate without violence.

Rosemary and I visited this year to meet with some of Sean’s academic colleagues and watch him in action. We

ialso walked around the campus, taking in iconic sights like the Golden Dome and rekindling old memories. On our first morning, we met with Frank Pomarico and his wife, Eileen. A Queens native and a graduate of St. Francis Prep, Frank was the captain of Notre Dame’s 1973 national champion football team, coached by the legendary Ara Parseghian. Frank and Eileen live in South Bend, and are amazingly friendly and interesting. It was a great way to start the day.

Then we walked over to the law school to meet with Diane Desierto, a professor of international law and human rights, a native of the Philippines, a friend of Sean’s and a true scholar. Desierto updated me on the state of the law school (all good), her strong belief that law students should be exposed to all sides of issues and that legal education must include a moral component.

We had lunch with Josh Gobel, a good friend and a longtime member of the South Bend Police Department who now works in the Notre Dame P.D. in various key capacities, including protecting visiting dignitaries, such as Supreme Court Justice Amy Cony Barrett — who

attended the law school at the same time as Erin. Great conversation with Josh, as always.

After a visit to the campus bookstore, Rosemary and I joined Sean at the Morris Inn on campus for dinner with Michel Hockx, a Chinese scholar and a professor at the Liu Institute, where Sean had just finished teaching a class. Hockx, who is originally from the Netherlands, has been teaching at Notre Dame for 10 years, and has worked with Sean on various projects. After dinner, we all walked to the Mendoza School to watch Sean give a lecture to a group of students preparing to visit Japan.

He discussed the intricacies of Japanese political, cultural and economic development since the end of World War II, the country’s relationship with the United States and the threats it faces from China. My biased opinion? A thoughtful, virtuoso performance. (He must have gotten it from Rosemary, who was a teacher.)

The next day we flew back to New York. Rosemary and I went home to Seaford, and Sean to his apartment in Manhattan — all three of us with new Notre Dame memories to share. And yes, Notre Dame football is still great. Go, Irish!

Peter King is a former congressman, and a former chair of the House Committee on Homeland Security. Comments? pking@ liherald.com.

Will there be a blue wave this fall?

Is this the year of the blue wave? Will it be a modified one or a total rout? Is there any chance of a red wave? Not likely. But, once again, we are facing a year in which the U.S. House of Representatives, and perhaps the Senate, are up for grabs, and the early odds favor the party that’s out of power.

We often refer to political prognosticating it as “reading the tea leaves.” But tea leaves are no longer the best way to pick winners and losers. There are now so many more sophisticated ways to handicap the races, some of which we have been used for years and others that are brand new. The media is dominated by daily polling announcements, and if you give the polls any credence, they spell bad news for President Trump and the candidates of his party.

Poll after poll, whether from the left or the right, seem to indicate that this may be a very bad year for Republicans.

You know that things look bad for them when Fox News consistently announces polls showing that everyday Republicans and independents are slowly moving away from long-favored party candidates. In addition, wellknown commentators such as Megyn Kelly and Tucker Carlson are predicting only bad things for the party come November.

i’ve seen many waves, red and blue, which are part of the ups and downs of politics.

The newest form of political projections is occurring on such outlets as Kalshi and Polymarket. On Kalshi, people trade contracts on the outcome of real-world events. They are deep into gambling on sports events, but lately have also been involved in betting on political events. Polymarket is built on a crypto platform. People bet on “yes” and “no” shares that reflect the feelings of the bettors and their inkling to pick winners. Both platforms have become highly controversial. Demands are being made for them to be regulated by Congress, but that won’t happen soon.

If you want to find more reliable trends, pay attention to what’s going on in Washington and around the country. This year, more than 30 Republican

members of the House have announced that they won’t seek re-election. Some are campaigning for Senate seats and others are running for governor, but the vast majority of the retirees have announced that they’re eager to spend more time with their families, the age-old excuse to get out of Washington.

At last count, there were 35 House seats up for reelection that were tilting toward the Democrats. If the blue wave is really going to happen, most of those seats will go to the Democrats. In 2025 the party won major races in Virginia, New Jersey and New York. This year, a number of Democrats have had upset wins in races for state House seats in districts that Trump won in 2024 by wide margins. If these victories are any indication of the national trend, it’s all bad news for the Republicans.

Up to a few months ago, there was little or no talk about Democrats having any chance to take over the U.S. Senate, but the latest polls seem to show a tightening of the races in Maine, North Carolina, Texas and Ohio. If Democrats can

pull off any upsets in these key states, Jon Ossoff can hold on to his seat in Georgia and a newcomer can win in Michigan, the party’s chances of capturing the Senate will improve remarkably. One of the more disturbing factors for Republicans is the fact that Trump hasn’t made any strong statements about his desire to see his party stay in power. He is promoting various ideas about how they can win at the ballot box, but any federal effort to take the power to oversee voting away from the states will likely be struck down as unconstitutional.

Having reached an advanced age, I’ve seen many waves, both red and blue. They sometimes last two years, and occasionally continue for four years. The swings back and forth between parties are part of the ups and downs of politics. So if it turns out that the Democrats have a great year, they’d better handle their newfound power very carefully, because two years can pass very quickly.

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.

Local News Day now means more than ever

Somewhere on Long Island tonight, a village board will vote on a zoning variance, a school district will finalize a budget or a contractor will win a bid. None of it will lead the network news or trend on social media. But it will matter — to the family whose street gets rezoned, to the teachers whose contract is on the line, to the taxpayers footing the bill.

In most cases, a Herald reporter will be in that room. But in too many communities across the country — and increasingly in our own backyard — that reporter’s chair sits empty. And when no one is watching, things have a way of going sideways.

April 9 is Local News Day, a national moment to recognize what local news does, why it matters, and what we lose when it disappears.

Local news isn’t the shouting matches on cable or the partisan warfare that passes for national political coverage. Local news is the Rockville Centre St. Patrick’s Day parade and the Hewlett High School science fair. It’s the Nassau County budget hearing that will affect your property taxes for the next decade, the obituary that captures a neighbor’s life, and the investigation that stops a bad idea before it becomes law. At Richner Communications — publisher of the Long Island Herald — we’ve been doing this work since 1964. Sixty-two years, three generations, over 100 local employees, nearly 30 weekly newspapers.

The Founding Fathers understood the stakes. The free press is the only indus-

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try they considered important enough to protect by name in the Constitution. But we are failing that promise. Since 2004, one-third of all American newsrooms have closed. There are 43,000 fewer local reporters and editors working today than there were then. New York alone has lost nearly half its newspapers, and a quarter of the state’s counties now have one or no local news sources. Digital-only outlets have not filled the void.

Today, more than 2½ newspapers shutter in America each week. The consequences are documented and dire: Communities without local news see lower voter turnout, higher taxes and measurable increases in corruption, political polarization, and even toxic environmental emissions.

Wealth is no inoculation from this trend. The Scarsdale Inquirer was founded in 1901 and served one of the wealthiest communities in America for 123 years. It closed without warning in January 2024. The Westchester village — mirroring the demographics of many Long Island communities — still doesn’t have a newspaper over two years later.

Compounding this problem is the rise of artificial intelligence, which can now manufacture articles, quotes, and entire “news sites” that look authoritative and cost almost nothing to create. That means the news environment has only grown harder to navigate. Trusted news brands, with reporters who actually live and work in the communities they cover, are more important than ever. It’s the reason that we at the Herald use A.I. as a tool to support, not replace, the report-

ers you know and respect.

And yet the climate for news in America has rarely been more hostile than today. The United States now ranks 57th in the world in press freedom — labeled “problematic” by Reporters Without Borders, placing us alongside countries we’re accustomed to lecturing about democratic norms. Arrests of reporters and editors in America nearly tripled between 2023 and 2024. A national shield law for reporters has failed to pass Congress twice. Right now, the Pentagon is aggressively curtailing press access, a policy that flies in the face of a functioning democracy. The temperature in Washington sets a tone, and that tone travels — all the way to the reporters covering Long Island’s myriad municipal entities.

The Herald has always believed that local news is worth fighting for. It’s why we helped found the Empire State Local News Coalition, which won a first-of-itskind state tax credit for local newspapers. That legislation is already helping newspapers survive that might otherwise have gone dark, meaning that thousands of New Yorkers who might otherwise have lost their only trusted local news source still have one.

Every community gets the local news it deserves — which is to say, the local news it supports. If you want a paper that shows up, you have to show up for it. On Local News Day, make that decision. Subscribe. Advertise. Tell your neighbors. The Herald has been here for over a century. Whether we’re here for the next one is, in no small part, up to you.

Singing the low-down, how-did-I-get-so-old blues

iam astonished to tell you that I just marked my 79th birthday. No greetings and salutations, please. It’s a big number, and it weighs a ton. I’m standing on the threshold of lights-out and wondering how I got from then to now.

In 1949 I could walk under my parents’ dining room table. It was my special parlor trick. Then playground, school, dating, college, marriage, kids, grandkids and closing curtains. I’m still short, but I can’t clear the tabletop. And that’s not all that has changed.

Culture, politics, fashion, food and entertainment are often unrecognizable to me. Sometimes I feel estranged from “modern” life. As I write this out of my own brain, sharing my unadulterated, unimproved or revised thoughts, I’m being assaulted by prompts asking if I want “Copilot” to rework my sentences. I don’t know where Copilot came from and have no

idea how to get rid of it. This isn’t a one-off experience. It’s daily combat with technology that threatens to drive me screaming from the house.

I’m barely exaggerating. Many friends are more adept with technology, but many more are less skilled. This is a constant challenge, whether I try to pay a bill or reach a doctor or, heaven forbid, get a copy of a document from the DMV.

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y daily combat with technology threatens to drive me screaming from the house.

Life is hard enough, what with approaching death and such. But add heaven knows how many streaming services when all you want to do is turn on the freaking TV for a half hour; it’s too much. With all the tools that are supposed to make life easier, it has undoubtedly become more complicated. And this isn’t just an oldster’s kvetch.

Time was, I could go for a walk in peace and quiet, enjoying my own thoughts. Now I’m fully sucked into the need to do three things at once: walk, listen to a book while I read and answer messages, and have some app count my steps. I never signed on to this app, yet it has the nerve to tell me after a walk:

Framework by Tim Baker

“Next time you can do better.” I want to be alone, and all day long I’m assailed by pings and rings and notifications ad nauseum. I talk to friends in real time and real space, and as I share my private thoughts with them, they’re talking to the watch on their wrist. This can’t be good for anyone.

I know this sounds like every older generation’s observations of the young, but in this case, really, you know I’m right. No one just sits and talks to one another anymore without a prop, like a phone.

I think about my first encounters with boys when we were in grade school. We started and stumbled and learned to talk to one another, and then danced and then dated and made out in cars. Today I read story after story about how 20-somethings say that romance and dating are dead. Who killed it? Did we boomers somehow get the best of it? You know, right place, right time? The pace of life, the devices, the culture of increasing isolation are not working to make a better life for the grandkids.

We were inexperienced and naïve enough to feel wonder and delight in love and travel and having children. Now “parenting” seems like a burden to many young people, and indeed it is, with apps that track ovulation and breast milk availability. The technology hijacks the entire experience. You can’t do better as a parent by finding the exact time Baby will burp after feeding. What you can do is lose the joy of the moment.

From my vantage point, stepping into my 80th year, it’s been a pretty good life so far. These last years have brought some painful challenges, but the decades before provided a buffer of good memories and gratitude. We can’t travel right now, but it is said that real discovery isn’t looking for something new but seeing the same life with different eyes.

I believe with all my heart that for many of us boomers, the pandemic and its isolation, the separation from kids, grandkids and friends, robbed us of the years we might have eased into older age. And now we’re here. The best I can do is look at this moment, and it will be just a moment, with new eyes.

Copyright 2026 Randi Kreiss. Randi can be reached at randik3@aol.com.

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