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U.S. Education Secretary McMahon backs Massapequa in mascot dispute

By MIKE POLANSKY Senior Correspondent

U.S. Secretary of Education Linda McMahon visited Massapequa High School last week and declared that New York State’s ban on indigenous mascot names violates federal civil rights law

In addressing the ongoing dispute between local school districts and the state over the use of Native American logos and symbols, McMahon said her office reviewed the Massapequa School District argument that the state mandate violates Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 and vowed federal support.

“The president took this issue seriously. I am taking this issue seriously, and we will not tolerate a civil rights violation by New York State,” McMahon said.

She announced a 10-day window for the state to pass a resolution allowing Massapequa and

other districts to retain their chosen mascots. If not, McMahon said the matter would be referred to the U.S. Department of Justice for enforcement.

The fight over the Chiefs name in Massapequa rose to national prominence in April after President Donald Trump backed the school district’s stance.

At the press conference with McMahon, N.C. Exec. Bruce Blakeman criticized the state’s policy as an overreach.

“Long Island has some of the best schools in the United States,” he said. “That’s because we have local school boards making decisions, so that parents are involved in what’s best for their kids’ education. When the governor and the Board of Regents try to eliminate Native American names and logos, they’re trying to change our history and our culture — and we’re not going to stand for it.”

Babylon honors 2 leaders for Jewish Heritage Month; taps Beautification Ambassador

By CAROLYN JAMES cjames@liherald.com

The Town of Babylon recognized Jewish Heritage Month by honoring two Jewish leaders, Rabbi Mitchell Nesenoff of Congregation Beth Sholom in Babylon Village, and Avi Posnick, executive director of StandWithUs, an international, non-partisan education organization that supports Israel and fights antisemitism.

“Part of what we do collaborate with others on Long Island so we can the negative rhetoric and outright violence against the Jewish community we have seen over the past few years,” said Babylon Town Supervisor Rich Schaffer in awarding the two men proclamations from the town recognizing their work in the town and across the nation.

“We want to reaffirm our support for the Jewish community, bringing together all municipal officials on Long Island in the common cause of supporting our Jewish residents,” he added.

Schaffer said that Rabbi Nesenoff has helped do just that. “He is a miracle worker,” said Schaffer. “Anyone who can bring together Long Island officials and get them to agree on anything is a miracle worker.”

“One hundred fifty years ago, the Long Island com -

munity came together and formed the first synagogue for the 2 percent Jewish population that contributes so much in so many ways as responsible citizens, police officers, firefighters, doctors, nurses and more,” said Nesenoff. “We are so grateful for that.”

Nesenoff is also a member of the Cluster Clergy, a group of religious leaders from all faiths who meet regularly to discuss issues of common concern. “I support them and we all support each other,” said Nesenoff.

Both men thanked the town for the recognition.

In related business, the town announced that West Babylon resident Robert Lucasi was named an ambassador for the Babylon Beautification Program, a collaboration to further the beautification of the various hamlets with the communities. The program sponsors Adopt-A-Highway, Adopt-A-Spot, and Adopt-APark initiatives that help give everyone an opportunity to be a part of keeping their communities clean and beautiful.

Lucasi, a resident of the town since 1976, said he was honored to be named.

Babylon Town Councilman Terry McSweeney, who made the announcement, said Lucasi has been the eyes and ears in West Babylon for the town,

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U.S. Education Secretary Linda McMahon speaks at press conference at Massapequa High School as Oyster Bay Town Supervisor Joseph Saladino and Massapequa School District Board President Kerry Wachter, right, listen.

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Board of Education President Kerry Wachter also spoke, thanking McMahon for her intervention.

“While we’ve focused on giving Massapequa students every opportunity to thrive, we’ve had to devote precious time and energy to defend something that should never have been questioned — our name, our heritage and our identity,” Wachter said. “Being a Massapequa Chief isn’t a slogan. It means being a leader and embodying bravery, strength and honor.”

Oyster Bay Town Supervisor Joseph Saladino also addressed the audience. “I identify as a Massapequa Chief for life.”

He closed with: “Once a Chief, always a Chief.”

McMahon first toured the school before holding the press conference in the school gymnasium. The event concluded with Massapequa High School Senior Class President Jackson Yahner presenting her with a Chiefs shirt.

Under the statewide ban, which affected 13 districts on Long Island, school districts need to comply by June 30 or risk losing state aid.

Massapequa’s stance has been supported by the Native American Guardian’s Association (NAGA), with which it entered into an agreement on May 15. The agreement authorizes the continued use of the Chiefs name and logo as long as the district continues its educational programming on Native American history and culture.

NAGA, a group of enrolled tribal members and descendants, aims to preserve Native American names, symbols and traditions in sports and public life. Frank Black Cloud, NAGA’s vice president, attended the event and spoke in favor of Massapequa’s position.

“It’s a travesty that they’re trying to take the name away,” he said. “The name is wonderful and should be celebrated, not removed. Education, not eradication.”

Not everyone agreed.

“Whether the Massapequa school district uses an insulting stereotypical image of a western Native American chief piece of clip art or just the name, they are perpetuating a cultural stereotype as well as historical inaccuracies. As educators, they should know better,” said Sandi Brewster-Walker, executive director and government affairs officer for the Montaukett nation on Long Island.

On May 19, Oliver Roberts, an attorney with close ties to Massapequa, filed an amended complaint in U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of New York. The filing cites the NAGA agreement and asserts that the state’s mandate is discriminatory and violates the federal civil rights law.

The Massapequa community will hold a “Save the Chiefs” festival and fundraiser on Saturday, June 7, from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. in the Massapequa High School parking lot.

Avi Posnick, StandWithUs executive director, accepts proclamation from Supervisor Richard Schaffer.

Rabbi Mitchell Nesenoff of Congregation Beth Sholom is congratulated by Town Supervisor Richard Schaffer for his work.

West Babylon resident Robert Lucasi, left, receives Beautification pin from Babylon Town Councilman Terence McSweeney.

Babylon Village honors its fallen heroes at Memorial Day Parade and ceremony

By CAROLYN JAMES cjames@liherald.com

The Village of Babylon, in cooperation with the American Legion Post #94, held its annual Memorial Day Parade recognizing and remembering those who lost their lives in service to the country.

“We are very grateful to the members of the American Legion for their help every year in making this a meaningful event for our residents and families,” said Babylon Village Mayor Mary Adams. “Each year they do an outstanding job along with our Village employees who help make it happen.”

The parade marches down Deer Park Avenue and heads west on Main Street. It pauses at the Gazebo where ceremonies are held and then moves on to the American Legion Hall on Grove Place where a memorial wreath is placed in front of the building. The legion provides refreshments of the marchers.

At right, Babylon Villkage, town officials and members of the American Legion are shown at the Gazebo following ceremonies there.

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As she turns 100, Babylon icon says the key is to ‘keep moving’

By CHRISTIE LEIGH BABIRAD cbabirad@liherald.com

Geraldine “Jerry” Leo, who turned 100 in April, believes the secret to a long life is simple: “Keep moving.”

And she practises what she preaches. At 100, Leo is not just a local icon in Babylon— she’s also a model of vitality. She exercises five days a week, including four visits to the Great South Bay YMCA, where she’s well-known for her impressive threeminute plank, for which she made national headlines.

“Don’t sit too long, I tell everyone,” Leo said. “Keep moving. Don’t sit. Be positive. And if you don’t like something the first time, try it again.”

A surprise party was held on her birthday, April 11, at Lily Flanagan’s in Babylon Village. Town of Babylon Supervisor Rich Schaffer and Village of Babylon Mayor Mary Adams attended the celebration, presenting her with a proclamation to honor the milestone.

“The party was great,” said her daughter, Connie Leo Ryan. “She thought it was just going to be a family dinner. It was very nice — a lot of family traveled to be there.”

Leo said she was “flabbergasted” by the turnout and honored by the presence of the mayor and supervisor.

“It was just amazing,” she said. “People have gone out of their way to celebrate this birthday of mine.”

A lifelong resident of Babylon Village, she was married to Dominick Leo, a U.S., Navy WWII veteran for 61 years. He died in 2012.

Her daughter said having local officials at the party made the event even more spe-

cial because of her mother’s deep roots in the community.

“The Village of Babylon couldn’t have a bigger fan than her,” Ryan said.

“It was a wonderful celebration for an incredible woman and village resident, and I was honored to have been invited,” Adams said. “Jerry’s smile lit up the entire room, and the gratefulness she had for everyone being there was heartwarming. Her strong

spirit, her laughter, her activity, and her love for her neighbors and community are great examples of what life is truly about. That combination — mixed with family and friends — is the perfect recipe for a long and healthy life.”

“She is in pretty phenomenal shape — not just physically, but mentally as well,” said her daughter. “She is bound and determined to stay current and alive in the world.”

“She is a marvel,” added her son-in-law, John Ryan.

Leo credits the Great South Bay YMCA with playing a key role in her routine and overall happiness.

“The YMCA is fantastic,” she said. “It gives me a great start to my day, and I’ve been going there for over 35 years. It’s like another family.”

Geraldine ”Jerry” Leo is shown center accepting a proclamation from Babylon Town Supervisor Richard Schaffer. Also shown with her are members of her family, Babylon Town Councilman Terence McSweeney, and Babylon Village Mayor Mary Adams.

Belmont Stakes returns to Saratoga amid Belmont Park construction

For the second consecutive year, the Belmont Stakes will be held at Saratoga Race Course on Saturday due to ongoing construction at the new Belmont Park in Elmont.

The race’s namesake, August Belmont Sr., was not only a patriarch of the prominent Belmont family of Babylon but also a key figure in American thoroughbred racing. Belmont Sr. lent his North Babylon horse farm to the U.S. military during World War I, further cementing the family’s historical legacy.

From Paddock to Park

Pets, Pets, Pets...

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August Belmont Sr. (1813–1890), a wealthy banker, was first drawn to the North Babylon property during a trout fishing trip with friend Royal Phelps—namesake of Phelps Lane, Phelps Pond, and the former Phelps Mansion. In 1868, Belmont established a 1,100-acre country estate, which featured a 24-room mansion, 50 other buildings, a 40-acre lake, and a Nursery Farm for breeding horses in its northwest corner. The farm included a mile-long training track and foaling stables.

Roughly 500 acres of the estate were used as farmland to grow feed for horses and other livestock. According to a July 1938 article in the Long Island Forum, the facility also included a tuition-free school for juvenile jockeys and for the children of the estate’s

staff.

Several renowned thoroughbreds, including Kingfisher, Matador and Fiddlesticks, were bred at the Long Island nursery, which is now the site of Belmont Lake State Park. In 1885, Belmont Sr. purchased a second farm near Lexington, Kentucky, where his racehorses were later raised. The Babylon estate continued to serve as a wintering location for adult horses and a care facility for ailing ones.

Belmont Sr. died of pneumonia in November 1890, shortly after presiding over a horse show at “drafty” Madison Square Garden. His son, August Belmont Jr. (1853–1924), succeeded him in managing the family’s banking and railroad businesses.

A Legacy in Racing and Aviation Belmont Jr. played a pivotal role in building the New York City subway system and was instrumental in establishing Belmont Park in Elmont, which opened in 1905. The Belmont Stakes—the final leg of the Triple Crown—is named in honor of his father. Horses from Belmont Jr.’s stables won the race in 1902, 1916 and 1917.

During World War I, Belmont Jr., who served as a Major of Aviation, offered the Babylon property to the U.S. Army Air

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Only one headstone from the Belmont family’s pet cemetery remains. It belongs to a dog named Robin, whose unique story will be the subject of next week’s “Pets” column. A replica 1877 edition of the first Westminster Kennel Club Dog Show reveals Robin’s dual identity and highlights the Belmont’s’ place in American purebred dog history.

The original Belmont mansion in N. Babylon was demolished in 1935. The War of 1812 cannons and one dog headstone for "Robin" from the family pet cemetery remain.

August Belmont Jr. bred Man Of War, and his wife named the colt for her husband who enlisted in the Army Air Corps during WWI.

Babylon Lions help give gift of sight

The East Neck Nursing and Rehabilitation Center in West Babylon recently had a used eyeglass drive and gave the Babylon Lions Club two boxes of eyeglasses. The Babylon Lions are the sight-first organization for the blind.

Show in photo, from left to right, are Babylon Lions president Matt Morse;

Past Presidents Frank Seibert, Paul Cannella, Ralph Consola, and Robert Meyer; Administrator Abraham Koretski and Admission /Marketing Anne Marie Fragkoulis.

For more information on the Babylon Lions Club, its activities and charitable work, go to babylonlionsclub.com.

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Babylon Soldier Ride taking place July 18

The annual Soldier Ride in Babylon will take place on July 18.

Take part in this unique 25-mile cycling event as you ride alongside the men and women who served the country and support their journey to recovery. If you register up until June 30, the cost for an adult is $75 and a t-shirt is included. For children ages 6

through 17, the cost is $25 per child. Day of registration, July 1, is $100 for adults with a t-shirt included, and $40 for children.

To register and for more information, visit soldierride.org/babylon. If you are interested in becoming a sponsor, contact communitysr@woundedwarriorproject. org

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Herald Senior Health & Beyond Expo expands 2025 Series with Massapequa debut

By Dana McDermott

Herald Community Media and RichnerLIVE successfully hosted the second event in the 2025 Senior Health & Beyond Expo series on May 22, at the Massapequa Elks Lodge #2162. Despite rainy and chilly weather, the free community event drew hundreds of attendees from across the region — including seniors, families, and care-givers — all eager to explore the latest in wellness, lifestyle enhancements, and essential health resources.

Held from 10 a.m. to 12:30 p.m., the expo marked its debut in Massapequa with resounding success. Attendees engaged with over 35 educational vendors offering information on topics ranging from rehabilitation and home care to wellness programs and state services. Attendees had the opportunity to connect one-on-one with experts in various fields.

Informational booths offered resources on home rehabilitation, in-home care services, chronic disease management, wellness programs, state and local assistance, and more. Many participants took the time to explore all the booths, gathering literature, asking questions, and signing up for programs to help improve their quality of life.

“This was our very first Senior Health Expo in Massapequa, and the community’s enthusiasm far exceeded our expectations,” said Amy Amato, Executive Director of Corporate Relations and Events at RichnerLIVE. “We are proud to provide a platform where seniors and their loved ones can access vital information and engage with professionals who truly care about their well-being.”

The event wasn’t just educational—it was fun, too. A special comedy performance by Larry Izzo brought lighthearted entertainment to the morning, sparking laughter and community connection. His blend of humor and relatability added a personal touch that resonated with many in the crowd.

One of the highlights of the morning was a lively Q&A panel discussion featuring several distinguished speakers. Each panelist brought expertise from their respective fields, offering actionable tips and meaningful insights. Representatives from the Parker Jewish Institute for Healthcare and Rehabilitation discussed the differences between short- and long-term rehabilitation options, addressing common misconceptions and helping families better plan for care transitions. Mid-Island Audiology highlighted the crucial link between hearing loss and brain health, stressing the importance of early intervention and regular hearing evaluations. East Neck Nursing and Rehabilitation Center offered practical advice on fall prevention, a major concern for many seniors, including home safety modifications and physical therapy strategies. PSEG Long Island presented on advocacy, out-

reach, and education, sharing programs available to help seniors manage utility bills and understand energy usage. The New York State Department of Public Service – Long Island Office provided information on saving money and energy, as well as preparing homes for the warmer months ahead, including statesupported incentives and rebates.

Each presentation was followed by a Q&A session, giving audience members the opportunity to ask questions and receive tailored responses. These panels were especially popular, with attendees appreciating the chance to speak directly to experts in an accessible, conversational setting.

The event was made possible through

the support of several key sponsors and partners who share the goal of improving the lives of seniors. Event sponsors included AARP, CenterLight Healthcare PACE, East Neck Nursing and Rehabilitation Center, the New York State Department of Public Service, Parker Jewish Institute for Healthcare and Rehabilitation, and Silver Lining Homecare Agency, which also served as the event’s Gift Bag Sponsor. These partnerships reflect the collaborative spirit behind the Senior Health & Beyond Expo series, emphasizing the importance of bringing together public, private, and nonprofit organizations to better serve the aging population. Following the success in Mass -

apequa, the next Senior Health & Beyond Expo is scheduled for Thursday, June 27, at Congregation Ohav Sholom in Merrick, from 10 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Like all events in the series, it will be free and open to the public, offering another opportunity for seniors and their loved ones to discover new services, engage with experts, and enjoy a morning of education, community, and connection.

To view a full gallery of photos from the Massapequa expo, visit RichnerLive.com. For a complete schedule of upcoming events in the 2025 Senior Health & Beyond Expo series, including locations and times, visit LiHerald.com.

The Massapequa Senior Expo attracted over 200 people to the May 22 event.

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Senior Expo attendees took part in stationary exercises led by emcee Mae Caime.

Nicole Hall and Diane Finocchio from PSEG Long Island.

Claire Masih and Angela Mistretta of Park Lane Jewelry By ClairMarie.

Pablo Rendon, Janette Lebron, and Carmen Quinones of Parker Jewish Institute Health Care and Rehabilitation.

Ryan Lynch from New York Cancer & Blood Specialists. Expo attendees had the opportunity to meet 35 vendors.

Carol Bottiglieri from TrueCare Adult Day Care Center.

Jackie Rothermel from Meltzer, Lippe, Goldstein, & Breitstone, LLP.

Alyssa Ednie, Christen L. Cassidy, and Rochelle L. Verron, Esq. from Verron Law Group.

Robert Perricone, Sherri M. Stoklasa, and Laura Williams from WellCare.

Stephanie Penza and Sheila O’Brien from SightMD.

James Senese, Marguerite L. Ryan, and Ed Ryan from Equitable Advisors.

AnneMarie Fragkoulis and Alexa Panariello of East Neck Nursing & Rehabilitation Center. Debbie D’Amato of Centerlight HealthCare PACE.

Patricia Barna from ClarCaptions.

Jill Wasser from the NYS Department of Public Service.

Manuel Martinez from Elegance At Home.

Mae Caime speaking at the Senior Health Expo in Massapequa.

North Babylon Theater-Arts teacher Lisa Drance wins inaugural Broadway Education Alliance award

By CHRISTIE LEIGH BABIRAD

cbabirad@liherald.com

North Babylon High School Theater Arts teacher Lisa Drance has received the inaugural Broadway Education Alliance Award for Excellence in Innovative Theater Arts Education, presented in collaboration with Theatrical Rights Worldwide and Broadway Inbound.

Out of the thousands of eligible teachers in the greater New York area, Drance is the first to receive this award. “This is testament to her vast professional background in theatre arts education, her brilliant and innovative directing skills, and, especially, her unquestioned devotion and dedication to her students,” said her husband, Dan Drance. “She has been a very generous, wonderful person, giving these kids an avenue, and for her to be the first one recognized for this award is pretty amazing.”

The Babylon Herald Beacon had the opportunity to speak with Lisa and she talked about her reaction to the award and what inspires her to continue teaching Theater Arts.

Q: Congratulations on receiving the inaugural Broadway Education Alliance Award for Excellence in Innovative Theater Arts Education. How many years have you been teaching?

A: 28 years. I taught at Babylon Junior/Senior High School for 17 years and I’m currently in my 11 th year at North Babylon High School.

Q: How did you find out about the Broadway Education Alliance Award for Excellence in Innovative Theater Arts Education?

A: I don’t know who submitted for me, I just know I was nominated, and then I learned that I won. I was surprised at the school with the award.

Q: How does it feel to be the first one to receive this distinguished award?

A: I’m overwhelmed with gratitude. I cried when I found out that I was nominated, just to be considered. There are so many of us who dedicate so much of our time because we love theater and we love that kids love theatre. We want them to enjoy theater as much as we do and want to create theatre with them. It’s a lifetime award. I just want to say that there are many teachers who devote countless hours on behalf of their students and their theatre programs and I was just lucky enough to have my name mentioned.

Q: What do you love the most about teaching Theater Arts?

A: Working with the students. Creating memorable life changing experiences with them in the creation of theater arts, creating a play, working on a production. We also put together original works of students. We work together to get these plays to come to life, and then they perform them. It’s nice having them have authentic theatrical experiences that they’re proud of and reflect life and bring us all together. And, if we can affect some change for the better, then that’s great. If we can just entertain people, that’s great too.

Q: What would you say has been a standout moment for you in teaching Theater Arts that has made you realize what an impact you have on your students?

A: Just to see the students grow and change as individuals, to become more self-confident, to be more expressive, to become more creative, to take risks. I had one student who had a stutter. We were doing monologues. He didn’t want the paper, and he did it without a stutter. He was determined and practiced it and said he was going to do it just like everybody else.

Lisa was surprised at North Babylon High School on April 30 when it was announced that she had won the inaugural Broadway Education Alliance Award for Excellence in Innovative Theater Arts Education. She was joined by Ruthie Pincus and Jim Hoare, representing the Roger Reese Award ( left) and theater student Jeremiah Watts, Principal Jonathan Klomp, and Elizabeth O’Brien, director of Fine and Performing Arts.

“We are honored that Lisa has accepted the first Broadway Education Alliance Award for Excellence in Innovative Theater Arts Education,” said Katie Wingler, program manager for the Roger Rees Awards. “This award aims to celebrate educators who demonstrate the remarkable ability to identify opportunities, think creatively and transform ideas into successful programs. We want to recognize teachers, like Lisa, who advocate day-in and day-out for the importance of access to theater arts education in schools and the value these programs bring into the lives of many students.”

“I have known Lisa for many years through the New York State Theater Education Association, and I am very happy to see her receive this honor,” said Jim Hoare, executive vice president of Education and Community Initiatives, Theatrical Rights Worldwide. “For 15 years, the Roger Rees Awards have celebrated and encouraged student achievement in theater. It’s fitting, then, to now shine a spotlight on the educators who inspire and guide those students. In recognition of this spirit, I extend my heartfelt congratulations to the first recipient of this prestigious honor, Lisa Drance. As a theater educator at North Babylon High School, Lisa has demonstrated the remarkable ability to identify opportunities, think creatively, and transform ideas into successful programs. She is a driving force behind positive change, providing students a stage on which to explore their dreams and a platform for building value within their community.”

The Broadway Education Alliance is the presenting producer of The Roger Rees Awards, which recognizes excellence in student performance and outstanding achievement in high school musical theater programs in the NYC area. This is the first time that the Broadway Education Alliance, in partnership with Theatrical Rights Worldwide (award sponsor) and Broadway Inbound (award sponsor), is honoring an educator as part of The Roger Rees Awards portfolio of recognitions.

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Take a bite out of science as you encounter some

Digging for dinos

Explore a prehistoric world at Long Island Children’s Museum

By Danielle Schwab

Your family’s summer “travel” plans might want to include an adventure back millions of years when mighty dinosaurs ruled the Earth.

The museum welcomes visitors to get up close to models of dinosaur bones that demystify the enigmatic creatures and shed light on the reality of the past at it’s newest STEM-based exhibit, “Dinosaurs: Fossils Exposed,” now in residence until Aug. 31.

“Dinosaurs are such a popular, fascinating thing for kids to explore,” says Ashley Niver, the museum’s director of education. “It’s exciting to be standing next to these replicas of dinosaurs, seeing the full-blown skeletons, because it gives them such a great sense of scale compared to their bodies.”

Six full skeletal bodies represent real-life “legends,” including a Triceratops, a Tyrannosaurus Rex, and a Velociraptor. Of course, there’s plenty of opportunity to view and touch, plus examine additional molds of skulls, arms, legs, eggs, footprints, and even a 6-foot-1-inch Apatosaurus femur. Also go deeper into the science and history of the prehistoric era through a timeline matching game and enjoy a dig box where everyone can use paleontology tools to unearth dinosaur bones.

• Now until Aug. 31

• $17 museum admission, $16 seniors 65 and older

• View the LICM events calendar at licm.org for additional information or call (516) 224-5800

• Long Island Children’s Museum, Museum Row, Garden City

“Kids have a very close view of what these dinosaurs look like compared to one another, and their interesting bone structure. It’s a different perspective than they would get from just a book. They can touch all of these things,” Niver says. A fascinating highlight is surely that enormous Apatosaurus femur. This gigantic animal weighed as much as ﬁve elephants and walked with a thunderous sound as the feet hit the ground, Niver explains.

Fossil replicas are made of ﬁberglass and foam, which allows a unique opportunity for kids to interact with dinos outside of glass displays. For Niver, this all goes hand-in-hand with the museum’s mission to make immersive learning accessible to families.

“To have something that would normally be hands-off is exciting for kids. Any kind of tactile component within our programs and exhibits enhances the whole experience,” she explains.

Visitors won’t just look at bones, they can also dig for

them! Kids can step into the role of a paleontologist by wearing paleontology gear as they take their curiosity to two “dig sites” and use paleontology tools to excavate for new skeletons — and then hide them for the next explorer to ﬁnd.

As always, related programming enhances

As always, related programming enhances the exhibit experience.

can join Dr. Patricia Osiris and help coax a

Among the highlights, the museum’s theater team presents an original interactive performance, “Unbox-a-saurus.” Families can join Dr. Patricia Osiris and help coax a shy dinosaur out of its crate to meet new friends, for an additional fee.

Other activities include creating pterodactyl ﬂyers and clay fossil impressions on select dates.

For those curious minds, paleontologist Michael D’Emic, PhD, brings his tools and artifacts to the museum on July 10. Feel free to ask questions about dinosaurs and their ancient world of D’Emic and the graduate students accompanying him.

discovering new species — it is

“Studying dinosaurs is more than just naming and discovering new species — it is about learning how environments and species changed over time, which is more important than ever to understand in today’s changing world,” D’Emic wrote in an email.

Visitors of all ages will certainly have an engaging time with all things dinos.

“The range of dinosaur appeal is a multi-generational thing. Any dinosaur enthusiasts who are adults will be thrilled to get to share that with their kids,” Niver says.

Any dinosaur enthusiasts who are adults will be thrilled to get to

From their habitats to their bone structures, the world of dinosaurs sparks imagination and creative play through their larger-than-life legacy.

“They have their own personalities in many ways. There are ones that eat

“They have their own personalities in many ways. There are ones that eat meat and others that eat plants. Some are big and some are small. That’s what’s interesting and intriguing. This majestic-seeming creature no longer roams the Earth, but you knew it once did,” she adds.

And there’s no better place to start than at Long Island Children’s Museum.

“It’s local. You don’t have to go to the city to learn about dinosaurs and see fossil replicas up close, it’s right here in Garden City,” Niver continues, encouraging everyone to check out the museum’s latest offering, in collaboration with the Museum of Discovery, Little Rock, Ark.

The world’s top-selling jazz instrumentalist, Grammy-winning trumpeter Chris Botti has been one of the world’s most popular instrumentalists for nearly three decades. A trumpeter with a sumptuous, enveloping tone, fluent phrasing, and sense of space, Botti became a masterly musician equally at home in the realms of jazz and pop. He honed his craft performing and recording with stars like Frank Sinatra, Buddy Rich, Paul Simon, Joni Mitchell, Herbie Hancock, Yo-Yo Ma, and Sting, who featured him on his Brand New Day tour and who was one the stellar artists on Botti’s chart-topping 2009 album “Live in Boston.” In short, Chris Botti really needs no introduction. Yet with his Blue Note Records debut, he’s offering one anyway. Vol.1 is in many ways a fresh start for the trumpeter. Having successfully crossed over from jazz renown to pop stardom, Botti’s first album in more than a decade finds him crossing back, with a small group project focused on acoustic jazz and classic standards.

Friday, June 6, 8 p.m. $99.50, $89.50, $69.50, $64.50, $59.50, $39.50. The Paramount, 370 New York Ave., Huntington. Tickets available at ticketmaster.com or paramountny. com.

Northwinds Symphonic Band

Sands Point Preserve’s reserve’s historic mansions and waterfront grounds are the majestic backdrop for a lively musical afternoon. Northwinds Symphonic Band returns with “Broadway, Movies, and Light Classics.” Immerse yourself in a feast for the senses. The concert (indoors) features a host of treasured music from the big screen to the stage. Conductors Helen P. Bauer and Brandon Bromsey have designed an entertaining program of both instrumental and vocal selections.

A special appearance by Broadway performer Karen Murphy and tenor Joe Stroppel with spotlight solos by Northwinds musicians are among the highlights. Consider bringing a picnic lunch to enjoy on the delightful grounds before the concert.

Sunday, June 8, 3 p.m. $10.

Recreate a favorite creature or make the dino of your dreams using large-scale foam blocks.

Sands Point Preserve, 127 Middle Neck Road. For information, visit sandspointpreserveconservancy.org or call (516) 571-7901.

Photos courtesy LICM

hulking behemoths.

Junior paleontologists can unearth fossils in two dig pits.

Roam among dinos and make some new friends.

Your Neighborhood CALENDAR

JUNE

5

Vendor applications open for Argyle Park Annual Fair

The annual Argyle Fair takes place on Sept. 7 and vendor applications are now open. Participants will be notified by email when their application has been approved.

• Contact: babylonbeautification. org. or info@babylonbbs.org

Babylon Soldier Ride

Registration is now open annual Soldier Ride in Babylon on July 18. Take part in this unique 25-mile cycling event as you ride alongside the brave men and women who served our country and support their journey to recovery.

• Contact: soldierride.org/Babylon

BACCA TV

Join the launch of BACCA TV. The Babylon Citizens Council on the Arts, BACCA, is assembling a team of visionary content creators and video producers for their new digital platform. It’s free to join. Tackle fresh creative challenges, premiere your work on their online channel and be honored at the inaugural BACCA TV Video Awards. Put “BACCA TV” as the subject line in your email.

• Contact: info@babylonarts.org

JUNE

First Friday: Among the Arbor

Get ready to fall in love all over again with one of New York State’s most romantic spots: the Rose Arbor at Planting Fields. Enjoy an enchanting tour where you’ll get the inside scoop on the care and passion that goes into maintaining this stunning garden. After wandering through the Rose Arbor and Walk, you’ll hear about one of the captivating love stories from Planting Fields’ rich history, told by archivist Marie Penny. Get swept up in the in the tale of Natalie Coe and Count Leonardo Vitetti —the first wedding ever held at Planting Fields! As an extra treat, visitors have the rare chance to explore the beautiful Blue Pool Garden and take in the newly restored Tea House. Registration required. $20 per person.

• Where: Check in at entrance to park, 1395 Planting Fields Road, Oyster Bay

• Time: 6-7 p.m.

• Contact: plantingfields.org or call (516) 922-9210

JUNE 14

Voyage

careers after years in one field, crafting a strong resume and cover letter is key to landing the interview. Babylon Public Library hosts a session on job search skills. Participants should bring their cover letter and resume, if available, and preferred writing tool to this workshop. Registration required.

• Where: 24 S. Carll Ave., Babylon

• Time: 5:30-7:30 p.m.

• Contact: (631) 669-1624 or shorturl.at/vZ5Dk

JUNE

11

Jane Austen 101

Have you always wanted to learn more about Jane Austen, but didn’t know where to start? Visit Babylon Public Library and learn more about the life of the authoress of “Pride and Prejudice,” as well as many other well-known novels. See how her legacy has contributed to modern society. Registration required.

• Where: 24 S., Carll Ave., Babylon

• Time: 6-7 p.m.

Westbury House Tour

For many years visitors to Westbury House at Old Westbury Gardens asked what was beyond the first floor corridor. Now go beyond the door and discover “secrets of the service wing,” during a 60-minute guided tour. Be introduced to the intensive labor required to create the lifestyle experienced by the Phipps family and their guests; tour the many rooms that were “behind the scenes” to create the formal dining experiences of early 20th century. Go along the corridors to the butler’s pantry and silver cleaning room then descend the 17 steps to the kitchen, scullery, and wine storage rooms located on the ground floor. Reservations required.

• Where: 71 Old Westbury Road, Old Westbury

• Time: Noon-1 p.m. and 3-4 p.m.; also June 9, June 11-12

• Contact: oldwestburygardens. org or call (516) 333-0048

Taste of Lindenhurst

Don’t miss the annual Taste of Lindenhurst, hosted by the Belfast Gastro Pub. Happy Hour is on Hoffman Ave., with local businesses showcasing all the village has to offer and live music from the Suburban Brothers Band.

• Where: Hoffman Ave., Lindenhurst; Belfast Gastro Pub, 101 N. Wellwood Ave.

• Time: 59 p.m.

• Contact: (631) 237-7021

JUNE

Boater Safety Course

The Town of Babylon offers free boater safety class at Copiague Fire Department to the first 30 Town of Babylon residents who sign up.

• Where: 320 Great Neck Road, Copiague

• Time: 9 a.m.-5 p.m.

• Contact: (631) 957-3081

Lantern Theatre’s ‘What a Surprise!’

Long Island’s longest running theatre group stages “What a Surprise!” at Babylon Public Library, Each play reveals a surprise to the audience while showing the truth to the phrase, “You never know.” Registration required.

• Where: 24 S. Carll Ave., Babylon

• Time: 2-4 p.m.

• Contact: (631) 669-1624 or shorturl.at/jx0Pq

• Time: 7 p.m.

“Don’t stop believin’… Voyage has returned with its rockin’ tribute to Journey. The popular band takes everyone back to the ‘80s when Journey’s timeless music ruled the airwaves. Hailed by fans and critics alike, the band performs the music with chilling accuracy. Voyage is celebrated for their uncanny ability to recreate the legendary sound, energy and passion of one of rock’s greatest bands. The attention to detail is unrivaled: blistering guitar solos, lush keyboard arrangements, electrifying stage presence, and stunning harmonies, has earned them a reputation as the ultimate homage to Journey’s timeless music. Fronted by vocalist Pedro Espada, whose range and tone is acclaimed as rivaling the iconic Steve Perry, he’s backed by a lineup of world-class musicians — Robby Hoffman, Greg Smith, Lance Millard, and Dana Spellman — who bring every note to life with precision and heart. Voyage doesn’t just perform Journey’s greatest hits — they transport audiences back to the height of arena rock glory. From the soaring ballads of “Faithfully” and “Open Arms” to the anthemic energy of “Don’t Stop Believin’” and “Separate Ways,” every performance is a journey through the soundtrack of a generation. $40, $35, $30, $25, $20.

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

• Contact: ticketmaster.com or paramountny.com

Garden Gallery Quest Scavenger Hunt

Visit Old Westbury Gardens for a day of artistic exploration. All ages are invited to stroll through the gardens in search of some of the most famous paintings hidden throughout the grounds. Find them all and return to Westbury House to claim a special gift.

• Where: 71 Old Westbury Road, Old Westbury

• Time: Ongoing all day, 10 a.m.-5 p.m.

• Contact: oldwestburygardens. org or call (516) 333-0048

Women Folk

JUNE

Enjoy some afternoon entertainment with singer-guitarist Denise Romas at West Islip Public Library. She and her bandmate pay tribute to female artists of the ‘60s and ‘70s.

• Where: 3 Higbie Lane, West Islip

• Time: 2-3 p.m.

• Contact: (631) 661-7080

JUNE

Resume/Cover Letter Writing Workshop

Whether you are applying to your first job or changing

• Contact: (631) 669-1624 or babylonpl.librarycalendar.com/ event/jane-austen-101-4102

JUNE

12

Village of Babylon Block Party Series

Join in the first block party of the series this summer in the Village of Babylon. A night filled with family fun, live music and outdoor dining, including many vendors and food trucks. The rain date is June 26.

• Where: Deer Park Ave. and Main St., Babylon Village

• Time: 5- 9 p.m.

• Contact: babylonchamber.com or hello@babylonchamber.com

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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.

2 TOB high school seniors are awarded Historical and Preservation scholarships

The Village of Babylon Historical and Preservation Society has selected the recipients of its 2025 Excellence in Social Studies scholarship. An award that has been traditionally given to one senior, this year is being awarded to two.

President Judy Skillen noted that both individuals were equally deserving as they had top scores in their Social Studies classes with identical AP scores and GPA’s.

The two chosen were graduating seniors Riley Altman, Babylon Junior-Senior High School, and Christopher Alexiadis, West Babylon Senior High School. Each student will receive $1,000 toward their future studies.

“We’re very excited here at the Historical Society to help two deserving individuals with their pursuits and education, and to play just a small part in their future,” said Skillen.

Photo by Richard Termine

CITATION

File No. 2021-3463

SUPPLEMENTAL

FILED

SURROGATE S COURT

SUFFOLK COUNTY

MAY 21 2025

DOREEN A. QUINN

CHIEF CLERK

SURROGATE'S

COURT: SUFFOLK COUNTY

CITATION

THE PEOPLE OF THE STATE OF NEW YORK

By the Grace of God Free and Independent TO DOMINIC MEZA, if living, being an alleged son of decedent and if dead, having predeceased decedent, his issue, if any; or if dead, having survived decedent, his distributees, heirs at law, next of kin, executors, administrators, successors and assigns and any other persons who might have an interest in the estate of MARLON MARIN MEZA PERALTA, deceased, as distributees or otherwise all of whose names, whereabouts and addresses are unknown and cannot be ascertained with due diligence. being a person interested as creditors, legatees, devisees, beneficiaries, distributees or otherwise of the Estate of MARLON MARIN MEZA PERALTA, deceased, who at the time of death resided at 41 Simmons Street, Copiague, New York 11726.

A petition having been duly filed by the Public Administrator of Suffolk County who has an office at 300 Center Drive, Riverhead, New York, YOU ARE HEREBY CITED TO SHOW CAUSE before the Surrogate's Court, Suffolk County, at the County Center, Riverhead, in the County of Suffolk, New York, on July 8, 2025 at 320

Center Drive, Riverhead, New York 11901 at 9:30 o'clock in the forenoon of that day, why a Decree should not be made in the Estate of MARLON MARIN MEZA PERALTA authorizing the Public Administrator of Suffolk County, as Administrator of the Estate of MARLON MARIN MEZA PERALTA, deceased:

1. To compromise and settle the claim for wrongful death of the decedent against DARIA Z. WILLIAMS, in the sum of $ 250,000.00, to be paid by the STATE FARM Insurance Co.;

2. That the Limited Letters of Administration having heretofore issued to your Petitioner on the 12th day of October, 2021 be modified to permit the compromise and collection of the aforesaid claim;

3. To dispense with the filing of a bond;

4. To allocate 100% of the entire recovery to the cause of action for decedent’s wrongful death against DARIA Z. WILLIAMS;

5. To reimburse DONALD NOVICK, Esq., in the sum of $ 689.13, for disbursements paid on behalf of the estate;

6. To reimburse CANNON & ACOSTA, LLP., in the sum of $ 1,405.00, for disbursements paid on in the wrongful death action;

Fixing and allowing the fees of CANNON & ACOSTA, LLP. , trial counsel for petitioner, for legal services in connection with such claim and cause of action in this proceeding, in the sum of $ 55,555.60;

8. Fixing and allowing the fees of DONALD NOVICK, Esq., counsel for petitioner, for legal services in connection with such claim and cause of action, in the sum of $

27,777.40;

9. That DARLEN MEZA be reimbursed the sum of $ 7,200.00 for paid funeral expenses in full satisfaction of creditor’s claim; and

10. Judicially settling and allowing the account of the Public Administrator of Suffolk County, as Administrator of the goods, chattels and credits of MARLON MARIN MEZA PERALTA, deceased, as stated herein;

11. Fixing and allowing distribution of the commissions of the petitioner, Public Administrator of Suffolk County, as Administrator, in the sum of $ 7,294.92; 12. Fixing and allowing distribution of the costs of petitioner, Public Administrator of Suffolk County, in the sum of $ 3,375.00; 13. That OLGA LIZBETH MEZA GARCIA be deemed the sole heir-at-law in the Estate of MARLON MARIN MEZA PERALTA pursuant to EPTL 4-1.2(a)(2)(c);

14. Allocating the balance of the settlement sum attributable to wrongful death, to wit: the sum of $ 146,702.95, be distributed to OLGA LIZBETH MEZA GARCIA, 100%; 15. That upon payments as hereinbefore mentioned by STATE FARM Insurance Co., the Petitioner, as Administrator of the goods, chattels and credits that were MARLON MARIN MEZA PERALTA, deceased, should execute and deliver to said insurance company, a full, final and complete release in the claim against them arising from out of the aforesaid cause of action, together with any other papers necessary to effectuate said compromise, and 16. That process be

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issued to all necessary parties to show cause as to why all such relief should not be granted, and 17. Granting such other and further relief as the court may deem just and proper. Dated, Attested and Sealed HON. VINCENT J. MESSINA, Surrogate (SEAL) May 21, 2025 Doreen A. Quinn, Chief Clerk Name of Attorney John P. Graffeo, Esq. Tel. No. (631) 5470300 Address of Attorney 202 East Main Street, Ste. 208 Huntington, NY 11 743

[ NOTE: THE CITATION IS TO BE ;SERVED AS REQUIRED BY LAW, OR WHERE APPLICABLE, IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE COURT’S ANNEXED ORDER DIRECTING ALTERNATIVE SERVICE OF PROCESS. YOU HAVE A RIGHT TO HAVE AN ATTORNEY APPEAR FOR YOU, AND YOU OR YOUR ATTORNEY MAY REQUEST A COPY OF THE FULL ACCOUNT FROM THE PETITIONER OF THE PETITIONER'S ATTORNEY.

25-297 6/5, 12, 19, 26

Notice of formation of Cover U Lacrosse Company LLC

Articles of Organization filed with the Secretary of State of New York (SSNY) on 05/06/2025 Office location, County of Suffolk.

SSNY has been designated as agent of the LLC upon whom process against it may be served.

SSNY shall mail a process served to: The LLC, 273 Cedar Ave., Islip, NY, 11751 Purpose: any lawful act. 25-270. 5/15, 22, 29, 6/5, 12, 19

SUPREME COURT OF THE STATE OF NEW YORK COUNTY OF SUFFOLK

PHH MORTGAGE CORPORATION, -againstCURTIS LEE BOSTIC, AS HEIR AND DISTRIBUTEE OF THE ESTATE OF PECOLIA BOSTIC A/K/A PECOLIA PARRIS, 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 April 17, 2025, wherein PHH MORTGAGE CORPORATION is the Plaintiff and CURTIS LEE BOSTIC, AS HEIR AND DISTRIBUTEE OF THE ESTATE OF PECOLIA BOSTIC A/K/A PECOLIA PARRIS, 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 June 26, 2025 at 9:30AM, premises known as 52 SOUTH 21ST STREET, WYANDANCH, NY 11798; and the following tax map identification: 0100-056.00-02.00090.000.

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

Westbury, New York 11590, Attorneys for Plaintiff. All foreclosure sales will be conducted in accordance with Covid-19 guidelines including, but not limited to, social distancing and mask wearing. *LOCATION OF SALE SUBJECT TO CHANGE DAY OF IN ACCORDANCE WITH COURT/CLERK DIRECTIVES.

25-291. 5/29, 6/5, 12, 19ON, STATE OF NEW YORK, COUNTY OF SUFFOLK

Premises will be sold subject to provisions of filed Judgment Index No.: 612549/2022. Richard Lavorata, Jr., Esq.Referee. Robertson, Anschutz, Schneid, Crane & Partners, PLLC, 900 Merchants Concourse, Suite 310, Westbury, New York 11590, Attorneys for Plaintiff. All foreclosure sales will be conducted in accordance with Covid-19 guidelines including, but not limited to, social distancing and mask wearing. *LOCATION OF SALE SUBJECT TO CHANGE DAY OF IN ACCORDANCE WITH COURT/CLERK DIRECTIVES.

25-291. 5/29, 6/5, 12, 19

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,

June 10, 2025. Public hearings begin 6:00pm.

NEW APPLICATION:

• Ashley Perez-Tiburcio

44 Lexington Ave West Babylon, NY 11704

SCTM#0100-140-44

•Vira & Michael Carey

271 7th Ave West Babylon, NY 11704

SCTM#0100-1313-33

•Joseph K. Varghese

258 Irving Avenue Deer Park, NY 11729

SCTM#0100-23-377

•Nasim Chowdhury 25 Wall Street E. Farmingdale, NY 11735

SCTM#0100-47-129

•Alara M. Guler (aka:Bas)

36 Toysome Lane Deer Park, NY 11729

SCTM#0100-91-215

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, June 5th, 2025 25-294. 6/5

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, June 9, 2025 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 REVEW/MINOR SUBDIVISION

JOB# 24-17AB; Oak Street Realty, Inc.: SCTM# 0100137-02-051.001, 0100-137-02051.003, 0100-13702-052.001, 0100137-02-053: Zone – E Business & C Residence: SEQRA – Unlisted Action, Uncoordinated Review: Applicant proposes to maintain an existing two-story mixed-used building, as well as a single-family home as part of a subdivision of four lots into two, along with associated site improvements. Property is located on the northwest side of Little East neck Road and 9th Street, West Babylon, 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 Babylon Beacon: 6-5-25 25-302. 6/5

NOTICE OF SALE

SUPREME COURT

COUNTY OF SUF-

FOLK NATIONSTAR

MORTGAGE LLC, Plaintiff AGAINST

GEORGE R. ORANTES A/K/A GEORGE ORANTES, EILEEN ORANTES, ET AL., Defendant(s) Pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale duly entered August 9, 2016, I, the undersigned Referee will sell at public auction at the Babylon Town Hall, 200 East Sunrise Highway, Lindenhurst, NY 11757 on June 25, 2025 at 2:00 PM, premises known as 37 Burrs Lane, Dix Hills, NY 11746. 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 016.00, Block 02.00, Lot 061.000. Approximate amount of judgment $427,102.17 plus interest and costs. Premises will be sold subject to provisions of filed Judgment Index #069482/2014. William F. Andes, Jr., Esq., Referee Gross Polowy, LLC 1775 Wehrle Drive Williamsville, NY 14221 00-299322 85492 25-277. 5/22, 29, 6/5, 12

NOTICE OF SALE

SUPREME COURT

COUNTY OF Suffolk, MCLP Asset Company, Inc., Plaintiff, vs. James Bottaro, ET AL., Defendant(s). Pursuant to an Order Confirming Referee’s Report and Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale duly entered on January 28, 2025, I, the undersigned Referee will sell at public auction at the Babylon Town Hall, 200 East Sunrise Highway, North Lindenhurst, NY 11757 on June 25, 2025 at 9:00 a.m., premises known as 183 West

21st Street, Deer Park, NY 11729. All that certain plot, piece or parcel of land, with the buildings and improvements thereon erected, situate, lying and being in the Town of Babylon, County of Suffolk and State of New York, District 0100, Section 084.00, Block 02.00 and Lot 100.00. Approximate amount of judgment is $329,925.21 plus interest and costs. Premises will be sold subject to provisions of filed Judgment Index #616153/2023. Cash will not be accepted.

Sabita H. Ramsaran, Esq., Referee Knuckles & Manfro, LLP, 120 White Plains Road, Suite 215, Tarrytown, New York 10591, Attorneys for Plaintiff

25-273. 5/22, 29, 6/5, 12

Notice of formation of MESHVA30 LLC. Articles of Organization filed with the Secretary of State of New York SSNY on 05/12/2025. Office located in SUFFOLK County. SSNY has been designated for service of process. SSNY shall mail copy of any process served against the LLC on 1701 UNION BLVD, BAY SHORE, NY11706. Purpose: any lawful purpose.

25-282. 5/22, 29, 6/5, 12, 19, 26

Notice of Formation of LLC. RWCS Cortlandt, LLC (LLC) filed Arts. of Org. with Secy. of State of NY (SSNY) on 5/5/2025. Office location: Suffolk County. SSNY designated as agent of the LLC upon whom process may be served and SSNY shall mail process to the LLC at c/o RWCS Cortlandt, LLC, 1 Farmingdale Road, West Babylon, NY 11704. Purpose: any business permitted under law.

25-268. 5/15, 22, 29, 6/5,12, 19

Notice of Formation of LLC. RWCS Cortlandt MM, LLC (LLC) filed Arts. of Org. with Secy. of State of NY (SSNY) on 5/5/2025. Office location: Suffolk County. SSNY designated as agent of the LLC upon whom process may be served and SSNY shall mail process to the LLC at c/o RWCS Cortlandt MM, LLC, 1 Farmingdale Road, West Babylon, NY 11704. Purpose: any business permitted under law.

25-269. 5/15, 22, 29, 6/5,12, 19

SUPREME COURT OF THE STATE OF NEW YORK COUNTY OF SUFFOLK

FIFTH THIRD BANK, N.A., -againstJIM E. CORTAZAR, 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 April 5, 2024, wherein FIFTH THIRD BANK, N.A. is the Plaintiff and JIM E. CORTAZAR, 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 June 25, 2025 at 9:30AM, premises known as 370 CHELSEA AVENUE, WEST BABYLON, NY 11704; and the following tax map identification: 0100141.00-02.00-096.000. 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

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STATE OF NEW YORK

Premises will be sold subject to provisions of filed Judgment Index No.: 611121/2022. Michelle Aulivola, Esq. - Referee. Robertson, Anschutz, Schneid, Crane & Partners, PLLC, 900 Merchants Concourse, Suite 310, Westbury, New York 11590, Attorneys for Plaintiff. All foreclosure sales will be conducted in accordance with Covid-19 guidelines including, but not limited to, social distancing and mask wearing. *LOCATION OF SALE SUBJECT TO CHANGE DAY OF IN ACCORDANCE WITH COURT/ CLERK DIRECTIVES.

25-290. 5/29, 6/5 ,12, 19

NOTICE OF SALE

SUPREME COURT

SUFFOLK COUNTY PARK TREE INVESTMENTS 22, LLC, Plaintiff against MELRITA LATTIMORE, et al Defendant(s) Attorney for Plaintiff(s) McMichael Taylor Gray, LLC, 28 Corporate Drive, Suite 104, Halfmoon, NY 12065.

Pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered April 8, 2025, I will sell at public auction to the highest bidder at Babylon Townhall, 200 East Sunrise Highway, Lindenhurst, NY 11757 on June 26, 2025 at 9:00 AM. Premises known as 40 Bedford Street, Wyandanch, NY 11798. District 0100 Sec 055.00 Block 03.00 Lot 036.000. All that certain plot, piece or parcel of land, with the buildings and improvements thereon erected, situate, lying and being at Wyandanch, Town of Babylon, Suffolk County, N.Y. Approximate

Amount of Judgment is $278,572.69 plus interest, fees, and costs. Premises will be sold subject to provisions of filed Judgment Index No 028320/1998. 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.

Richard Lavorata, Jr., Esq., Referee File # 24-001662-01 25-289. 5/29, 6/5, 12, 19

Notice is hereby given that a license, Application ID: CL-25102170-01 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 104 Maple Ave, Bay Shore, NY 11706, County of Suffolk, for on premises consumption at NICKY'S CLAM BAR INC. 25—284. 5/29, 6/5

Notice is hereby given that a license, Application ID: NA0370-25-114500 for liquor, beer, wine, and cider has been applied for by the undersigned to sell liquor, beer, wine, and cider at retail in a Bar/Tavern under the Alcoholic Beverage Control Law at 51 W Main Street, East Islip, NY 11730, County of Suffolk, for on premises consumption at My Town's Cafe Inc. 25—285. 5/29, 6/5

SUPREME COURT OF THE STATE OF NEW YORK COUNTY OF SUFFOLK

OCWEN LOAN SERVICING, LLC,

-againstDENNIS NOTO, 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 September 14, 2018, wherein OCWEN LOAN SERVICING, LLC is the Plaintiff and DENNIS NOTO, ET AL., are the Defendants. I, the undersigned Referee, will sell at public auction at the BABYLON TOWN HALL, 200 EAST SUNRISE HIGHWAY, NORTH LINDENHURST, NY 11757, on July 9, 2025 at 1:30PM, the premises known as 43 BAYLAWN AVENUE AKA 43A AND 43 BAYLAWN AVENUE, COPIAGUE, NY 11726 and the following tax map identification 0100-192.0001.00-037.00. ALL THAT CERTAIN PLOT, PIECE OR PARCEL OF LAND, WITH THE BUILDINGS AND IMPROVEMENTS THEREON ERECTED, SITUATE, LYING AND BEING IN THE HAMLET OF COPIAGUE, 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.: 610012/2016. Jonathan A. Baum, Esq., as Referee. Robertson, Anschutz, Schneid, Crane & Partners, PLLC, 900 Merchants Concourse, Suite 310, Westbury, New York 11590, Attorneys for Plaintiff. All foreclosure sales will be conducted in accordance with Covid-19 guidelines including, but not limited to, social distancing and mask wearing. *LOCATION OF SALE SUBJECT TO CHANGE

DAY OF IN ACCORDANCE WITH COURT/CLERK DIRECTIVES. 25-298 6/5, 12, 19, 26

SUPREME COURT OF THE STATE OF NEW YORK COUNTY OF SUFFOLK

DEUTSCHE BANK TRUST COMPANY AMERICAS AS INDENTURE TRUSTEE FOR THE REGISTERED HOLDERS OF SAXON ASSET SECURITIES TRUST 2004-2 MORTGAGE LOAN ASSET BACKED NOTES, SERIES 2004-2, -againstJAMES GERRAIN AS ADMINISTRATOR OF THE ESTATE OF ROBERTA GERRAIN, 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 8, 2024, wherein DEUTSCHE BANK TRUST COMPANY AMERICAS AS INDENTURE TRUSTEE FOR THE REGISTERED HOLDERS OF SAXON ASSET SECURITIES TRUST 2004-2 MORTGAGE LOAN ASSET BACKED NOTES, SERIES 2004-2 is the Plaintiff and JAMES GERRAIN AS ADMINISTRATOR OF THE ESTATE OF ROBERTA GERRAIN, ET AL., are the Defendants. I, the undersigned Referee, will sell at public auction at the BABYLON TOWN HALL, 200 EAST SUNRISE HIGHWAY, NORTH LINDENHURST, NY 11757, on July 9, 2025 at 9:30AM, the premises known as 45 3RD STREET, LINDENHURST, NY 11757 and the following tax map identification 100-129-4-37. ALL THAT CERTAIN PLOT, PIECE OR PARCEL OF LAND, WITH THE BUILDING 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.: 003327/2014. Richard Lavorata, Jr., Esq., as Referee. Robertson, Anschutz, Schneid, Crane & Partners, PLLC, 900 Merchants Concourse, Suite 310, Westbury, New York 11590, Attorneys for Plaintiff. All foreclosure sales will be conducted in accordance with Covid-19 guidelines including, but not limited to, social distancing and mask wearing. *LOCATION OF SALE SUBJECT TO CHANGE DAY OF IN ACCORDANCE WITH COURT/CLERK DIRECTIVES. 25-299. 6/5, 12, 19, 26

June 5, 2025 —

NOTICE OF SALE

Supreme Court County of Suffolk Wilmington Trust, National Association, not in its individual capacity but solely as Trustee for MFRA Trust 2014-2, Plaintiff AGAINST Duke Biomed, LLC, Jerrold Phifer, et al, Defendant(s Pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale duly dated March 11, 2024 and entered on March 15, 2024, I, the undersigned Referee, will sell at public auction at the Babylon Town Hall, 200 East Sunrise Hwy., North Lindenhurst, NY on June 16, 2025 at 2:00 PM premises known as 918 Sunrise Highway, West Babylon a/k/a North Babylon, NY 11704. All that certain plot piece or parcel of land, with the buildings and improvements erected, situate, lying and being in the County of Suffolk, State of New York, SECTION: 161.00, BLOCK: 1.00, LOT: 006.000. District 0100. Approximate amount of judgment is $573,865.68 plus interests and costs. Premises will be sold subject to provisions of filed Judgment Index # 604892/2023.

Billie Jean Miller, Referee

FRENKEL LAMBERT WEISS WEISMAN & GORDON LLP 53 Gibson Street Bay Shore, NY 11706 25-263 5/15, 22, 29, 6/5

NOTICE OF SALE

Supreme Court County of Suffolk Wells Fargo Bank, National Association, as Trustee for Lehman ABS Mortgage Loan Trust 2007-1, Mortgage Pass-Through Certificates, Series 2007-1, Plaintiff AGAINST

Martin B Lane, Maureen Theresa Lane, et

al, Defendant(s)

Pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale duly dated May 30, 2019 and entered on June 17, 2019, I, the undersigned Referee, will sell at public auction at the Babylon Town Hall, 200 East Sunrise Hwy., North Lindenhurst, NY on June 13, 2025 at 10:00 AM premises known as 891 South Bay 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 County of Suffolk, State of New York, SECTION: 025.00, BLOCK: 02.00, LOT: 016.000, District 0103. Approximate amount of judgment is $835,988.26 plus interests and costs. Premises will be sold subject to provisions of filed Judgment Index # 610915/2018. For sale information, please visit XOME at www.xome.com or call (844) 400-9633. Kevin Johnston, Referee

FRENKEL LAMBERT WEISS WEISMAN & GORDON LLP 53 Gibson Street Bay Shore, NY 11706 25-264. 5/15, 22, 29, 6/5

SUPREME COURT OF THE STATE OF NEW YORK COUNTY OF SUFFOLK MIDFIRST BANK, A FEDERALLY CHARTERED SAVINGS ASSOCIATION, -againstDEBORAH ARCHIPOLO, HEIR AND DISTRIBUTEE OF THE ESTATE OF BERNARD J. DELL'AQUILA, ET AL.

NOTICE OF SALE NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN pursuant to a Final Judgment of Foreclo-

sure entered in the Office of the Clerk of the County of Suffolk on February 20, 2025, wherein MIDFIRST BANK, A FEDERALLY CHARTERED SAVINGS ASSOCIATION is the Plaintiff and DEBORAH ARCHIPOLO, HEIR AND DISTRIBUTEE OF THE ESTATE OF BERNARD J. DELL'AQUILA, ET AL. are the Defendant(s). I, the undersigned Referee, will sell at public auction at the BABYLON TOWN HALL, 200 EAST SUNRISE HIGHWAY, NORTH LINDENHURST, NY 11757, on June 11, 2025 at 9:30AM, premises known as 234 TRAVIS STREET, LINDENHURST, NY 11757; and the following tax map identification: 0103-014.0003.00-020.000. ALL THAT CERTAIN PLOT, PIECE OR PARCEL OF LAND, SITUATE, LYING AND BEING IN THE VILLAGE OF LINDENHURST, TOWN OF BABYLON, COUNTY OF SUFFOLK AND STATE OF NEW YORK

Premises will be sold subject to provisions of filed Judgment Index No.: 603710/2022. Richard Lavorata, Jr., Esq.Referee. Robertson, Anschutz, Schneid, Crane & Partners, PLLC, 900 Merchants Concourse, Suite 310, Westbury, New York 11590, Attorneys for Plaintiff. All foreclosure sales will be conducted in accordance with Covid-19 guidelines including, but not limited to, social distancing and mask wearing. *LOCATION OF SALE SUBJECT TO CHANGE DAY OF IN ACCORDANCE WITH COURT/CLERK DIRECTIVES. 25-265. 5/15, 22, 29, 6/5

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SUPREME COURT OF THE STATE OF NEW YORK

COUNTY OF SUFFOLK PHH MORTGAGE CORPORATION, -againstVINCENT BAIO, 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 April 17, 2023, wherein PHH MORTGAGE CORPORATION is the Plaintiff and VINCENT BAIO, 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 June 18, 2025 at 3:00PM, premises known as 5 JACQUELINE WAY, #105C, NORTH BABYLON, NY 11703; and the following tax map identification: 0100089.01-01.00-005.000. ALL THAT CERTAIN PLOT, PIECE, OR PARCEL OF LAND, WITH THE BUILDINGS AND IMPROVEMENTS ERECTED THEREON, SITUATE, LYING AND BEING IN NORTH BABYLON, 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.: 603686/2016. Scott Lockwood, 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 lim-

ited to, social distancing and mask wearing. *LOCATION OF SALE SUBJECT TO CHANGE DAY OF IN ACCORDANCE WITH COURT/ CLERK DIRECTIVES.

25-266 5/15, 22, 29, 6/5

NOTICE OF SALE SUPREME COURT COUNTY OF SUFFOLK U.S. BANK NATIONAL ASSOCIATION, AS TRUSTEE FOR J.P. MORGAN MORTGAGE TRUST 2007-S3, Plaintiff AGAINST ERICA WESTBROOK, ET AL., Defendant(s) Pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale duly entered December 8, 2023, I, the undersigned Referee will sell at public auction at the Babylon Town Hall, 200 East Sunrise Highway, Lindenhurst, NY 11757 on June 16, 2025 at 3:00 PM, premises known as 4 South 21 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 067.000. Approximate amount of judgment $367,939.15 plus interest and costs. Premises will be sold subject to provisions of filed Judgment Index #610363/2019. Scott Lockwood, Esq., Referee Gross Polowy, LLC 1775 Wehrle Drive Williamsville, NY 14221 19-002268 85376 25-267. 5/15, 22, 29, 6/5

REFEREE'S NOTICE OF SALE IN FORECLOSURE SUPREME COURT - COUNTY OF SUFFOLK

THE BANK OF NEW YORK MELLON FKA

THE BANK OF NEW YORK, AS TRUSTEE FOR THE CERTIFICATEHOLDERS OF THE CWABS, INC., ASSET-BACKED CERTIFICATES, SERIES 2007-9, Plaintiff - against - ROSANA Y. LAMANNA A/K/A ROSANA LAMANNA, et al Defendant(s). Pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered on December 28, 2017. I, the undersigned Referee will sell at public auction at the Babylon Town Hall, 200 East Sunrise Highway, Lindenhurst, NY 11757 on the 30th day of June, 2025 at 1:00 PM. All that certain plot, piece or parcel of land, with the buildings and improvements thereon erected, situate, lying and being in the Town of Babylon, County of Suffolk and State of New York. Premises known as 24 Seley Drive, North Babylon, NY 11703. (District: 0100, Section: 120.00, Block: 01.00, Lot: 150.000) Approximate amount of lien $371,955.86 plus interest and costs. Premises will be sold subject to provisions of filed judgment and terms of sale. Index No. 12-28738. David M. Reilly, Esq., Referee. Davidson Fink LLP Attorney(s) for Plaintiff 400 Meridian Centre Blvd, Ste 200 Rochester, NY 14618 Tel. 585/760-8218 For sale information, please visit Auction. com at www.Auction. com or call (800) 2802832

Dated: May 8, 2025 During the COVID-19 health emergency, bidders are required to comply with all governmental health requirements in effect at the time of sale including but not limited to, wearing face coverings and maintaining social distancing (at least 6-feet

apart) during the auction, while tendering deposit and at any subsequent closing. Bidders are also required to comply with the Foreclosure Auction Rules and COVID-19 Health Emergency Rules issued by the Supreme Court of this County in addition to the conditions set forth in the Terms of Sale. Auction Locations are subject to change.

25-287. 5/29, 6/5, 12, 19

NOTICE OF SALE

SUPREME COURT

COUNTY OF Suffolk, Elizon Master Participation Trust I, U.S. Bank Trust National Association, as Owner Trustee, Plaintiff, vs. Justine O'Hara, ET AL., Defendant(s). Pursuant to an Order Confirming Referee’s Report and Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale duly entered on January 18, 2024, I, the undersigned Referee will sell at public auction

at the Babylon Town Hall, 200 East Sunrise Highway, North Lindenhurst, NY 11757 on June 27, 2025 at 1:00 p.m., premises known as 16 Seley 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 01.00 and Lot 148.000. Approximate amount of judgment is $575,663.76 plus interest and costs. Premises will be sold subject to provisions of filed Judgment Index #615691/2022. Robert Fuchs, Esq., Referee Vallely Mitola Ryan PLLC, 6851 Jericho Turnpike, Suite 165, Syosset, New York 11791, Attorneys for Plaintiff 25-286. 5/29, 6/5, 12, 19

When someone stops advertising, someone stops selling. When someone stops selling, someone stops buying. When someone stops buying, someone stops making. When someone stops making, someone stops working. When someone stops working, someone stops earning. When someone stops earning, everything stops.

UPREME COURT OF THE STATE OF NEW YORK INDEX NO. 623158/2024 COUNTY OF SUFFOLK

DEUTSCHE BANK

NATIONAL TRUST COMPANY, AS TRUSTEE FOR MORGAN STANLEY CAPITAL I INC. TRUST 2006-HE2, MORTGAGE PASSTHROUGH CERTIFICATES, SERIES 2006-HE2, Plaintiff, vs. JAMES JONES, AS HEIR AND DISTRIBUTEE OF THE ESTATE OF NAOMI L. JONES A/K/A NAOMI JONES; JOHN JONES, AS HEIR AND DISTRIBUTEE OF THE ESTATE OF NAOMI L. JONES A/K/A NAOMI JONES; UNKNOWN HEIRS AND DISTRIBUTEES OF THE ESTATE OF NAOMI L. JONES A/K/A NAOMI JONES, 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 action; 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, devi-

sees, legatees, creditors, trustees, committees, lienors and assigns, all of whom and whose names, except as stated, are unknown to plaintiff; NEW YORK STATE DEPARTMENT OF TAXATION AND FINANCE; UNITED STATES OF AMERICA; OSCAR GUTTIERREZ AS JOHN DOE #1; "JOHN DOE" (REFUSED NAME) AS JOHN DOE #2; "JOHN DOE" (REFUSED NAME) AS JOHN DOE #3, "JOHN DOE #4" through "JOHN DOE #12," the last nine 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.

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

SUPPLEMENTAL SUMMONS

Mortgaged Premises: 466 44TH STREET, COPIAGUE, NY 11726

District: 0100, Section: 205.00, Block: 03.00, Lot: 065.000

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 $200,000.00 and interest, recorded on February 01, 2006, in Liber M00021226 at Page 636, of the Public Records of SUFFOLK County, New York., covering premises known as 466 44TH STREET, COPIAGUE, NY 11726.

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

Speak to an attorney or go to the court where your case is pending for further information on how to answer

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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: May 5th, 2025

ROBERTSON, ANSCHUTZ, SCHNEID, CRANE & PARTNERS, PLLC

Attorney for Plaintiff Vanessa Rodriguez, Esq. 900 Merchants Concourse, Suite 310 Westbury, NY 11590

516-280-7675

25-276. 5/22, 29, 6/5, 12

SUPREME COURT OF THE STATE OF NEW YORK COUNTY OF SUFFOLK

WILMINGTON SAVINGS FUND SOCIETY, FSB, NOT IN ITS INDIVIDUAL CAPACITY BUT SOLELY IN ITS CAPACITY AS OWNER TRUSTEE FOR CASCADE FUNDING MORTGAGE TRUST HB2, -againstMARY WINIARSKI; SECRETARY OF HOUSING AND URBAN DEVELOPMENT; RAPHAELSON T. DDS A/K/A T. RAPHAELSON

DDS; A. SUKOFF DDS; THE PEOPLE OF THE STATE OF NEW YORK BY VIRTUE OF UNPAID TAXES OR LIENS OF MARY WINIARSKI; UNITED STATES OF AMERICA BY VIRTUE OF UNPAID TAXES OR LIENS OF MARY WINIARSKI; JOHN DOE AS JOHN DOE #1; JANE DOE AS JOHN DOE #2; LVNV FUNDING,

ET AL.

NOTICE OF SALE NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN pursuant to a Final Judgment of Foreclosure and entered in the Office of the Clerk of the County of Suffolk on March 31, 2025, wherein WILMINGTON SAVINGS FUND SOCIETY, FSB, NOT IN ITS INDIVIDUAL CAPACITY BUT SOLELY IN ITS CAPACITY AS OWNER TRUSTEE FOR CASCADE FUNDING MORTGAGE TRUST HB2 is the Plaintiff and MARY WINIARSKI; SECRETARY OF HOUSING AND URBAN DEVELOPMENT; RAPHAELSON T. DDS A/K/A T. RAPHAELSON DDS; A. SUKOFF DDS; THE PEOPLE OF THE STATE OF NEW YORK BY VIRTUE OF UNPAID TAXES OR LIENS OF MARY WINIARSKI; UNITED STATES OF AMERICA BY VIRTUE OF UNPAID TAXES OR LIENS OF MARY WINIARSKI; JOHN DOE AS JOHN DOE #1; JANE DOE AS JOHN DOE #2; LVNV FUNDING, 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 06/16/2025 at 2:30PM, premises known as 190 BURLINGTON AVENUE, DEER PARK, New York 11729; and the following tax map identification, 028.0001.00-018.000.

ALL THAT CERTAIN PLOT, PIECE OR PARCEL OF LAND, WITH THE BUILDINGS AND IMPROVEMENTS THEREON ERECTED, SITUATE, LYING AND BEING AT DEER PARK, TOWN OF BABYLON, COUNTY

OF SUFFOLK AND STATE OF NEW YORK, KNOWN AND DESIGNATED AS LOT 92 ON A CERTAIN MAP ENTITLED,"MAP OF BIRCHWOOD AT DEER PARK, SECTION 2, SITUATE AT DEER PARK, TOWN OF BABYLON, SUFFOLK COUNTY, N.Y., OWNED BY MORRIS SOSNOW, 340 EAST JERICHO TURNPIKE, MINEOLA, N.Y., SURVEYED BY TEAS AND STEINBRENNER, SURVEYORS, 125 CHURCH STREET, MALVERNE, N.Y. AND ROUTE 111, HAUPPAUGE, N.Y." AND FILED IN THE OFFICE OF THE CLERK OF THE COUNTY OF SUFFOLK ON AUGUST 14, 1958. AS MAP NO. 2849. Premises will be sold subject to provisions of filed Judgment Index No.: 617248/2021. Robert Samson, Esq. - Referee. Robertson, Anschutz, Schneid, Crane & Partners, PLLC 900 Merchants Concourse, Suite 310, Westbury, New York 11590, Attorneys for Plaintiff. All foreclosure sales will be conducted in accordance with Covid-19 guidelines including, but not limited to, social distancing and mask wearing. *LOCATION OF SALE SUBJECT TO CHANGE DAY OF IN ACCORDANCE WITH COURT/ CLERK DIRECTIVES.

25-275. 5/22, 29, 6/5, 12

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 June 23, 2025 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. Glenn P. Warmuth, Esq., Referee Gross Polowy, LLC 1775 Wehrle Drive Williamsville, NY 1 4221 23-002246 85603

25-278. 5/22, 29, 6/5, 12

REFEREE'S NOTICE OF SALE IN FORECLOSURE

SUPREME COURT - COUNTY OF SUFFOLK

SELENE FINANCE LP, Plaintiff - against - JONATHAN

DOERING, et al Defendant(s). Pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered on October 13, 2022. I, the undersigned Referee will sell at public auction at the Babylon Town Hall, 200 East Sunrise Highway, Lindenhurst, NY 11757 on the 26th day of June, 2025 at 1:30 PM. All that certain plot, piece or parcel of land, with the buildings and improvements thereon erected, situ-

ate, lying and being in the Town of Babylon, County of Suffolk and State of New York. Premises known as 1 Deer Lake Drive, North Babylon, NY 11703.

(Section: 150.00, Block: 01.00, Lot: 035.001)

Approximate amount of lien $533,112.56 plus interest and costs. Premises will be sold subject to provisions of filed judgment and terms of sale.

Index No. 603302/2018. Arthur J. Burdette, Esq., Referee.

Stein, Wiener & Roth LLP

Attorney(s) for Plaintiff

1400 Old Country Road, Suite 315 Westbury, NY Tel. 516/742-1212

Dated: April 15, 2025

During the COVID-19 health emergency, bidders are required to comply with all governmental health requirements in effect at the time of sale including but not limited to, wearing face coverings and maintaining social distancing (at least 6-feet apart) during the auction, while tendering deposit and at any subsequent closing. Bidders are also required to comply with the Foreclosure Auction Rules and COVID-19 Health Emergency Rules issued by the Supreme Court of this County in addition to the conditions set forth in the Terms of Sale. Auction Locations are subject to change.

25-288 5/29, 6/5, 12, 19

June 5, 2025 —

NOTICE OF SALE SUPREME COURT

COUNTY OF Suffolk, U.S. Bank Trust National Association, Not in its Individual Capacity, but Solely as Trustee of The Truman 2021 SC9 Title Trust, Plaintiff, vs. John Spillet, ET AL., Defendant(s). Pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale duly entered on September 23, 2024, I, the undersigned Referee will sell at public auction at the Babylon Town Hall, 200 East Sunrise Highway, North Lindenhurst, NY 11757 on July 9, 2025 at 11:00 a.m., premises known as 45 Parliament Place, 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 115.00, Block 01.00 and Lot 026.000. Approximate amount of judgment is $222,544.98 plus interest and costs. Premises will be sold subject to provisions of filed Judgment Index #600257/2023.

David I. Roth, Esq., Referee Friedman Vartolo LLP, 85 Broad Street, Suite 501, New York, New York 10004, Attorneys for Plaintiff. Firm File No.: 231606-1 25-295 6/5, 12, 19, 26

NOTICE OF SALE SUPREME COURT - COUNTY OF SUFFOLK PHH MORTGAGE CORPORATION

Plaintiff, Against

JOSE ARAUJO A/K/A

JOSE N. ARAUJO, LOURDES ARAUJO, ET AL, Defendant(s) Pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale, duly entered

10/09/2024, I, the undersigned Referee, will sell at public auction, at Babylon Town Hall, 200 East Sunrise Highway, Lindenhurst, NY 11757, on 7/10/2025 at 3:00PM, premises known as 376 Ferraris Street, Copiague, New York 11726, 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 Copiague, Town of Babylon, County of Suffolk and State of New York.

District 0100 Section 176.00 Block 01.00 Lot 058.002

The approximate amount of the current Judgment lien is $522,635.84 plus interest and costs. The Premises will be sold subject to provisions of the aforesaid Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale; Index # 622829/2023

Robert Fuchs, Esq., Referee.

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

Dated: 4/30/2025 File Number: 23-300739 CA 25-296. 6/5, 12, 19, 26

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 July 8, 2025 at 12:30 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. Francesco Paolo Tini, Esq., Referee Fein, Such, Kahn & Shepard, P.C. 28 East Main Street, Suite 18 00 Rochester, NY 14614 SPSNY760 85702

25-300. 6/5, 12, 19, 26

NOTICE OF SALE SUPREME COURT COUNTY OF SUFFOLK WILMINGTON SAVINGS FUND SOCIETY, FSB, NOT IN ITS INDIVIDUAL CAPACITY BUT SOLELY AS OWNER TRUSTEE OF CSMC 2018RPL3 TRUST, Plaintiff AGAINST DOLORES GARCIA, JULIO GARCIA, 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 July 8, 2025 at 1:00 PM, premises known as 551 South 7th 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 Village of Lindenhurst, Town of Babylon, County of Suffolk and State of New York, District 0103 Section 017.00 Block 04.00 and Lot

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055.000. Approximate amount of judgment $683,832.12 plus interest and costs. Premises will be sold subject to provisions of filed Judgment Index #624844/2023. Danielle Coysh, Esq., Referee Gross Polowy, LLC 1775 Wehrle Drive Williamsville, NY 14221 22-001492 85562

25-301. 6/5, 12. 19, 26

REFEREE'S NOTICE OF SALE IN FORECLOSURE SUPREME COURT - COUNTY OF SUFFOLK

MIDFIRST BANK, Plaintiff - againstLESLIE MITCHELL

A/K/A LESLIE T. MITCHELL, et al Defendant(s). Pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered on December 12, 2023. I, the undersigned Referee will sell at public auction at the Babylon Town Hall, 200 East Sunrise Highway, Lindenhurst, NY 11757 on the 9th day of July, 2025 at 10:00 AM.

All that certain plot, piece or parcel of land, with the buildings and improvements thereon erected, situate, lying and being in the Town of Babylon, County of Suffolk and State of New York.

Premises known as 440 6th Street, West Babylon, (Town of Babylon) NY 11704. (DSBL#: 0100129.00-02.00111.000)

Approximate amount of lien $370,253.26 plus interest and costs. Premises will be sold subject to provisions of filed judgment and terms of sale.

Index No. 615310/2022. Richard Lavorata, Jr., Esq., Referee. Davidson Fink LLP

Attorney(s) for Plaintiff

400 Meridian Centre Blvd, Ste 200 Rochester, NY 14618

Tel. 585/760-8218

For sale information, please visit Auction. com at www.Auction.com or call (800) 280-2832

Dated: May 7, 2025

NOTICE OF SALE SUPREME COURT SUFFOLK COUNTY

U.S BANK NATIONAL ASSOCIATION, NOT IN ITS INDIVIDUAL CAPACITY BUT SOLELY AS TRUSTEE FOR THE RMAC TRUST, SERIES 2016-CTT, Plaintiff against GLORIA DE LISI

A/K/A GLORIA

SCADUTO DE LISI

A/K/A GLORIA

SCADUTO-DE

LISI HEIR-AT-LAW, 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 September 11, 2024, I will sell at public auction to the highest bidder at Babylon Townhall, 200 East Sunrise Highway, Lindenhurst, NY 11757 on July 9, 2025 at 12:00 PM. Premises known as 1593 1st Street, West Babylon, NY 11704. District 0100 Sec 139.00 Block 02.00 Lot 046.000. 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 $870,481.47 plus interest, fees, and costs. Premises will be sold subject to provisions of filed Judgment Index No 026442/2010.

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. Latoya RobertaAngela James, Esq., Referee File # NY201900000461-1 25-304. 6/5, 12, 19,, 26

The Town of Babylon Rental Review Board will hold a Public Hearing at The Town of Babylon, 200 East Sunrise Highway, Lindenhurst, New York (East Wing Board Room) on Wednesday, June 11, 2025 at 6:00pm NEW APPLICATION

1. Gail Grace Realty Corp. 10 Anthony Lane North Babylon NY 11703

SCTM NO: 0100143-2-90.011

2. Marie Cardoza 105 S. Bay Dr. Babylon NY 11702

SCTM NO: 0100231-3-82

3. Carmen Francisco DeFernandez 250 Verrazano Ave. Copiague NY 11726

SCTM NO: 0100199-2-65

4. Guillermo Daniel Cassasnovas 61 Andover Dr. Deer Park NY 11729

SCTM NO: 010019-2-55

5. Jose Almonte 4 Roland Place West Babylon NY 11704

SCTM NO: 0100158-3-4.002

6. Sergio Valte

450 50th St. Lindenhurst NY 11757

SCTM NO: 0100204-4-33 RENEWALS

1. Judy Spodek

183 W. 22nd St. Deer Park NY 11729

SCTM NO: 0100-84-2-68

2. Kartik Kapur 589 Carlls Path Deer Park NY 11729

SCTM NO: 0100-24-2-60

3. Catalino Granaados 64 Levey Blvd. Wyandanch NY 11798

SCTM NO: 010079-1-47

4. D’ Andrea Family Trust

225 Oak St. Copiague NY 11726

SCTM NO: 0100-178-1-12

5. Marie Rousseau 80 Scudder Ave. Copiague NY 11726

SCTM NO: 0100-196-1-11

6. EML Golden Property LLC 28 Guildford Park Dr. West Babylon NY 11704

SCTM NO: 0100220-1-12 25-305. 6/5

Public Notices

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, June 18, 2025, in the Municipal Building, at 153 West Main Street, Babylon, New York to consider the following applications::

• Application of Robert Keneally, 262 Deer Park Avenue, Babylon, NY 11702, agent for owner Eileen Jacinth, 13 Hidden Harbor Drive, Babylon, NY, for permission to maintain a second-floor apartment at 260-262 Deer Park Avenue, Babylon, NY. Property located in Retail Business District. Suffolk County Real Property Tax Map District 0102, Section 10, Block 1, Lot 16.2. Application made in accordance with Sections 365-20 and 365-35.

• Application of Pelops Damianos of 400 West Main Street LLC, c/o Damianos Realty Group, 222 Middle Country Road, Suite 300, Smithtown, NY 11787, for permission to maintain a parking lot on the southwest corner of Montauk Highway and Little East Neck Road, Babylon New York for parking associated with 400 West Main Street Office Building, Babylon, NY. Property located in Residence O District.

Suffolk County Real Property Tax Map District 0102, Section 12, Block 2 Lot 27.2. Application made in accordance with Sections 365-17 and 36535.

• Application

of Gail Farley, 111 Cooper Street, Babylon, NY, Babylon, NY, for permission to use the premises located at 111 Cooper Street, Babylon, NY for office space for a computer installation company (Tech Force Inc.) Property located in Residence O District.

Suffolk County Real Property Tax Map District 0102, Section 11, Block 1, Lot 4. Application made in accordance with Sections 365-17 and 365-35.

• Application of Marian Kamath, General Partner of The Riviera Limited Partnership II, 96 Riviera Drive South, Massapequa, NY 11758, for special permission to maintain a professional occupational therapy office, in the south side unit on the first floor at the premises located at 46 Little East Neck Road, Babylon, NY. Property located in Residence R-O District. Suffolk County Real Property Tax Map District 0102, Section 12, Block 2, Lot 11. Application made in accordance with Sections 365-17 and 365-35. APPLICANTS OR THEIR DULY APPOINTED REPRESENTATIVES MUST APPEAR IN PERSON AT THE ABOVE HEARING.

BRUCE HUMENIK, CHAIRMAN

JEFFREY C. WEBER, SECRETARY 25-306. 6/5, 12

Notice is hereby given that a license for beer, cider, and wine has been applied for by the undersigned to sell in a restaurant under the Alcoholic Beverage Control Law at 9 Third Avenue, Bay Shore,Town of Islip, County of Suffolk, NY for on premises consumption. We Are Mighty Fine, Inc. DBA Mighty Fine 25-307 6/5, 12

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, June 9

•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, June 10

•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 631-669-1500; 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 631376-7008.

•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

THURSDAY, June 12

•Babylon Village Chamber of Commerce Block Party: 5 - 9 p.m. Deer Park Ave. will be closed.to vehicular traffic. Live music and outdoor dining. Shops will be open late. There will be outside vendors and food trucks. For more info., visit their web site @ https://babylonchamber.com.

•North Babylon School Board of Education regular board meeting: 8 p.m., at

PUBLIC NOTICE

BOARD OF APPEALS

VILLAGE OF BABYLON

The following incidents have been reported by the Suffolk County and Amityville police departments and other law enforcement and emergency services departments.

MULTI VEHICLE CRASH IN DEER PARK

Three People Seriously Injured in Multi-Vehicle Crash Intersection of Deer Park Avenue and Grand Avenue, Deer Park Saturday, May 17.

Three people were seriously injured in a multi-vehicle accident that occurred in Deer Park yesterday, May 17. Suffolk County Police Major Case Unit detectives are investigating and gave this account.

Police responded to a crash involving multiple vehicles at the intersection of Deer Park Avenue and Grand Avenue at 3:18 p.m. Three adults were transported to area hospitals for treatment of serious physical injuries. The cause of the crash and the number of vehicles involved is still under investigation.

Detectives are asking anyone with information on this crash to contact Major Case Unit detectives at 631-852-6555.

GRAND

LARCENY

West Babylon: A 2006 Ford was stolen while parked on Mahan Street on May 22.

North Amityville: A package was stolen from the front porch of a home on Ronald Drive May 22. The theft was reported to police at 1 p.m.

•An unknow subject or subjects broke into a garage at a business 680 Eastbound Sunrise Highway May 12. Once inside they stole power tools and other items valued at

CRIME WATCH

more than $2,000.

Amityville: Someone stole a 2006 Honda Civic that was parked on North Grand Lane on May 19 at approximately 12:26 a.m. The victim told police that he/she had left the keys inside the vehicle.

PETIT LARCENY

Amityville: Someone walked into Dollar General at 9 a.m., May 22 and left the store with an assortment of soap and lotions without paying for the items.

Deer Park: A representative of Kohl’s Shoes on Commack Road called police on May 15 at 12:52 p.m. and told them that an unknown subject had walked into the store, taken a pair of shoes valued at $150 and left without paying for them.

Lindenhurst: An unknown female walked into Sally’s Beauty Supply store on Wellwood Avenue May 15, shortly before noon and stole hair dye.

West Islip: Approximately $380 in groceries were stolen from Stop & Shop supermarket on Union Boulevard May 15. The theft was reported shortly after 8 p.m.

ROBBERY

Copiague: An individual called police to report that he had contacted an unknown individual through an App and met them at a determined location to sell them a pair of sneakers. When the victim arrived he was approached by three men who beat him and fled with the sneakers. That occurred May 20 at approximately 5:28 p.m. on Sunrise Highway. The victim was taken to a nearby hospital to be treated for

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.

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, June 18, 2025, in the Municipal Building, at 153 West Main Street, Babylon, New York to consider the following applications::

minor injuries.

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ARRESTS

West Babylon: Four tires on a 2023 Hyundai parked on Densfield Road were punctured May 11. The victim noticed the damage at approximately 2:15 a.m. In addition, the side windows on the vehicle were broken.

Driving While Intoxicated/Impaired: William Pritchard, 42, of 274 Elm Rd. West, Mastic Beach; Henrry Amaya Vasques, 25, of 137 Verrazano Ave., Copiague; Jerzy Wronski, 55, of 657 Adams Ave., Lindenhurst; Christopher Curran 44, of 24 Ducharme La., Greenlawn.

Menacing with a Weapon: Joshue Campos, 21 of 27 Cherwal St., West Babylon. Petit Larceny: Jovino Beltran, 34, of 1685P Pine Acres Blvd., Bay Shore; Taylor Johnson, 33 of 102 Scott St., Massapequa Park; Anthony Cook 39 323 Neighborhood Rd., Mastic Beach (also charged with Criminal Possession of Stolen Property).

BRUCE HUMENIK, CHAIRMAN JEFFREY C. WEBER, SECRETARY 25-306. 6/5, 12

Menacing With a Weapon: Laque Cayemittes, 20 of 112 Overlook Dr., East Islip; Criminal Possession of Controlled Substance: Noah Lewis, 31, of 1398 Brooklyn Blvd., Bay Shore. Arson: Raymond Giordano, 68 of 147 2nd Ave., Brentwood.

Assault: Tyjanea Weaver, 25, of 193 State Ave., Wyandanch; Michael Purnell, 53 of 76 Walbridge Ave., Bay Shore.

Promoting Prostitution: Joseph Manfredo, 32 of 108 Junard Dr., Bay Shore (also charged with Grand Larceny).

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.

• Application of Gail Farley, 111 Cooper Street, Babylon, NY, Babylon, NY, for permission to use the premises located at 111 Cooper Street, Babylon, NY for office space for a computer installation company (Tech Force Inc.) Property located in Residence O District. Suffolk County Real Property Tax Map District 0102, Section 11, Block 1, Lot 4. Application made in accordance with Sections 365-17 and 365-35.

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Part Time & Full Time. The award-winning Herald Community Newspapers group, covering Nassau County's North and South Shores with hard-hitting news stories and gracefully written features, seeks a motivated, energetic and creative editor/reporter to join our dynamic (and awesome) team! This education and general assignment reporting position offers a unique experience to learn from some of the best in the business. Historically, reporters who have launched their careers with us have gone on to The New York Times, Newsweek, Newsday, the New York Daily News, New York Post, CNN, BBC, NBC News and The Daily Mail, among many others. We look for excellent writers who are eager to learn, enhance their skills, and become well-established and respected journalists in our industry. Salary range is from $20K to $45K To apply: Send a brief summary in the form of a cover letter describing your career goals and what strengths you can bring to our newsroom, along with a resume and three writing samples to jbessen@liherald.com

MAILROOM/ WAREHOUSE HELP

Long Island Herald has IMMEDIATE openings for a FULL-TIME & PART-TIME mailroom/warehouse helper in Garden City. We are a busy print shop looking for motivated and reliable individuals to assist in various duties in the shop. Forklift experience is a plus and heavy lifting is required. Hours vary, so flexibility is key. Salary Ranges fromo $16.50 per hour to $20 per hour. Email resumes or contact info to careers@liherald.com

MEDIA ACCOUNT DEVELOPMENT Inside Sales Looking for an aggressive self starter who is great at making and maintaining relationships and loves to help businesses grow by marketing them on many different advertising platforms. You will source new sales opportunities through inbound lead follow-up and outbound cold calls. Must have the ability to understand customer needs and requirements and turn them in to positive advertising solutions. We are looking for a talented and competitive Inside Sales Representative that thrives in a quick sales cycle environment. Compensation ranges from $34,320 + commissions and bonuses to over $100,000 including commission and bonuses. We also offer health benefits, 401K and paid time off. Please send cover letter and resume with salary requirements to ereynolds@liherald.com Call 516-569-4000 X286

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PRINTING PRESS OPERATORS FT & PT. Long Island Herald has IMMEDIATE openings for Printing Press Operators in Garden City. We are a busy print shop looking for motivated and reliable individuals to assist in various duties in the shop. Hours vary, so flexibility is key. Salary Ranges from $20 per hour to $30 per hour. Email resumes or contact info to careers@liherald.com

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Enduring Grandeur

ETo add a family room,

will we

need another garage? Part 2.

Q. We want to add a family room at the back of our house. Even though we have over 50 feet to work with to the back property line, we are being told that our garage is a problem because it’s too close to the side property line, and when we attach the family room, we’ll need to get a zoning variance. If we take the garage down we have to put up another garage, because our building department requires us to have a garage. Why is this a problem, and how can we get around it? Our contractor said he could “take care of it,” that the garage shouldn’t be a problem, but so far that hasn’t happened, and we think we have to change our plans or not do the job.

A. As I described last week, there’s a bigger picture than just the couple of issues you describe. State rules and regulation codes are intended to keep us all safe from fire, wind, floods and other hazardous conditions. The building code has overlapping fire- protection requirements. A structure built closer than 3 feet to a property line must have fire-rated materials, as an “assembly,” including wall or roof interior and exterior materials. I often get questions from contractors calling to ask why I showed fire-rated sheetrock on only the side walls and roofs of a garage facing a property line, with a specific fastening pattern and insulation, especially when the garage won’t be heated. They ask this because nobody requires them to know the building codes, even though most consumers are under the false impression that all contractors are well-versed in building codes. One such conversation, when a contractor called, led to 20 minutes of argument, because the contractor was repeating, “I’ve never had to do this, this is overkill, nobody does this, I’m not doing this…” I could only answer that it was required in the codes, and there wouldn’t have been a permit if the plans didn’t show this, and the owner needed to know if the construction wouldn’t pass inspection, leaving the owner with a possible violation and greater expense to fix incorrect work.

One of the reasons for this friction is because in the past, most garages were approved without these requirements. Regulations were not uniformly enforced, leaving contractors with the impression that these regulations were just for some but not for all. Although things may be changing, contractors, generally, aren’t held to a level of responsibility that would require them to sign documents for their work to show that they followed the law and that they are part of the safety process. In some departments, this is changing as building departments begin to recognize that everyone involved in a construction project, including the ones who construct, are part of the safety team. “Taking care of it” sounds illegal, with you, the owner left holding the bag. Good luck!

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Enhanced automatic voter registration is needed

Democracy begins at the ballot box. But for far too many Long Islanders—especially working-class residents, naturalized immigrants, and communities of color—that access remains out of reach. According to the Institute for Responsive Government, which reviewed data from the analytics firm Catalist, more than 400,000 eligible but unregistered voters live in Nassau and Suffolk counties. This is a crisis of representation.

Long Islanders are working harder than ever to make ends meet, care for their families, and contribute to the future of their communities. Yet, when it comes to voting, the system still places unnecessary obstacles in the path of participation. Enhanced Automatic Voter Registration (EAVR) offers a simple, secure, and transformative solution. And Long Island stands to benefit significantly from this critical piece of legislation. Our current voter registration system is outdated, confusing, and inefficient. It

places the burden of registering entirely on individuals, many of whom are busy working multiple jobs, caring for children, or navigating bureaucratic systems in a second language. On Long Island and across New York State, this is particularly true for young people, lowincome residents, immigrants, and people of color.

A n d when people vote, our government works better for everyone .

Enhanced Automatic Voter Registration offers a commonsense, modern solution to change this dynamic. By upgrading our current voter registration system, this legislation would register eligible voters automatically when they interact with government agencies, like the DMV or Medicaid, unless they choose to opt out. EAVR would streamline an unnecessarily complex process. Long Island residents wouldn’t have to deal with any more missed forms or waiting in line at confusing registration events, causing them to fall through the cracks.

Enhanced Automatic Voter Registration will not just make voting more accessible, it will make our elections more secure. Under EAVR, state agencies that automatically register voters must first verify their citizenship, resi-

dence, and eligibility to vote in New York. This document-based verification will prevent noncitizens from inadvertently registering to vote and ensure that voters who have moved recently are registered at the correct address. Expanding voter participation, while preventing paperwork errors with potentially serious consequences, is critical on Long Island, where immigrant households often include both citizens and noncitizens and high mobility results in frequent address changes.

Beyond the logistical benefits, Enhanced Automatic Voter Registration would restore power to many people historically locked out of the electoral process. In Nassau and Suffolk Counties, hundreds of thousands of our neighbors are unable to influence key decisions about housing affordability, school funding, public transportation, and environmental safety. When more of our neighbors are registered, more of our voices are heard, and our democracy becomes more representative and more responsive.

The numbers speak for themselves. In states that have adopted similar

enhanced registration systems, voter participation has surged. For example, since Colorado implemented Enhanced Automatic Voter Registration in 2020, the state saw an increase of more than half a million registered and active voters. That’s no coincidence. And when people vote, our government works better for everyone.

Long Island’s future depends on inclusive democracy. We cannot afford to leave nearly half a million potential voters on the sidelines. The Enhanced Automatic Voter Registration act would bring us one step closer to a system where voting is not a privilege of the few, but a right accessible to all who qualify.

We must act now to ensure our local, state, and national elections reflect the real diversity and strength of our communities. For our neighborhoods, our families, and our future, it’s time for New York to pass Enhanced Automatic Voter Registration and make it law. Let’s unlock the power of Long Island’s people—and build a democracy that is truly representative of us all.

Assemblymember Charles David Lavine represents the 13th Assembly District and serves as Chair of the Judiciary Committee and as a member of the Committees on Codes, Ethics and Guidance, Rules, and Insurance.

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Cars over trains and buses: Long Island’s original sin

As concern grows over the increasing number of fatalities on the roads of Nassau and Suffolk counties, it’s worth considering how transportation decisions made 100 years ago continue to contribute to today’s driving dangers.

The carnage on the parkways and expressways is largely the product of Long Island’s original sin: enormous resources lavished on road construction and a comparative pittance spent on bus and train infrastructure.

Had New York State buildersupreme Robert Moses directed a better-balanced share of public funds to public transit, driving would surely have become a less common form of conveyance. And with fewer cars on the roads, crashes would have occurred less often. Hundreds of the 2,100 lives lost on Long Island in the past decade could have been saved and many of the 16,000 injuries prevented.

Moses’ privileging of motor vehicle travel can perhaps be excused in retro-

spect as the inevitable outgrowth of the car-crazed era in which he lived. But it isn’t as though alternate visions were lacking in the 1920s, ‘30s and beyond. It’s just that the intellectually arrogant Moses rejected them as “stupid, long-winded, contentious and impractical.”

That curt dismissal is quoted in “The Power Broker,” Robert Caro’s magisterial biography on Moses. Planners not beholden to the car czar came to realize, Caro writes, that “the more highways were built to alleviate congestion, the more automobiles would pour onto them and congest them and thus force the building of more highways.”

Alarge number of New Yorkers without cars could not reach them on buses.

The expressways that Moses also constructed did allow commercial traffic. But he again made sure that they would be used only by drivers.

n d with fewer cars on the roads, crashes would have occurred less often.

And that is exactly what has happened on Long Island — with heartbreaking results.

Moses’ own vision of a lacy network of “parkways” — tree-lined roads free of commercial traffic and adjacent development — was fully achieved due to his unbridled political power. And he designed the Northern State, Southern State and all his other parkways with low-clearance bridges to ensure that only cars would be able to use them. Many of these roads were built to afford access to Long Island’s alluring beaches, but the

iMore far-sighted planners had urged that a railway be built on the median of the Long Island Expressway. It would have been the centerpiece of an expanded Long Island Rail Road system that could have included freight trains. That would, in turn, have encouraged local siting of businesses employing thousands of workers who would no longer have needed to drive to and from jobs in Manhattan.

Moses didn’t want that to happen, however — and so it did not.

Similarly, experts at the Regional Plan Association suggested in the 1930s that the Whitestone Bridge be designed to accommodate train tracks. They would have efficiently linked Long Island with the Bronx, Westchester and Connecticut. But because Moses vetoed that idea as well, the only direct way to reach Nassau and Suffolk from the north would be via cars. “And this would condemn Long Island to future inundation

by larger and larger numbers of automobiles,” Caro observes.

Because of this conscious determination to create a car-centric transportation system, Nassau and Suffolk drivers face not only elevated risks of being killed or injured, but they also waste serious amounts of time and money and experience constant frustrations of being stuck in traffic jams.

This sad story will not have a happy ending.

Long Island can never entirely undo the damage that Moses and his enablers inflicted on it. “Build railroads at the same time that you were building roads,” Caro says of the pivotal period in the mid-20th century, “and solving the transportation problem would be greatly simplified. Pour all available funds into roads without building railroads, and that problem would never be solved.”

And so drivers on Long Island are left to take their chances along “Blood Alley” on the Southern State and “Dead Man’s Curve” on the Cross Island Parkway.

Just as there will be no resurrections of the 2,100 people killed on Long Island roads between 2014 and 2023, there’s no returning to the time when the transport system could have been designed rationally and humanely.

Kevin J. Kelley, of Atlantic Beach, is a retired journalist and journalism professor.

Texas to ban social media for kids: Yeehaw!

never thought I would say these words, but Texas is leading the way on protecting kids from social media abuse. You read that right. The Lone Star State is moving towards passing a bill that would shut down social media access to young children and teens. This is a win-win for children and for parents enlightened enough to see the proven dangers of too much media time, and then do something about it.

According to KSLA TV in Shreveport, “The Texas House of Representatives has passed a bill prohibiting people under age 18 from creating or using social media accounts … It aims to address the concern that social media has a negative impact on the mental health of young people. The bill was passed in a 116-25 vote with support from both sides of the aisle. “… Social media companies would be required to verify the age of their users. It would also allow parents to request that their child’s social media accounts be deleted, and companies would have to

remove the account within ten days.”

The bill is headed to the Texas Senate and could take effect on Sept. 1. Social media has long been associated with increased bullying among children, feelings of low self-esteem, and incidents of self-harm and increased depression. Yet, the kids can’t put down their phones. You don’t need me to tell you this if you’ve been in the company of teenagers recently.

As of 2025, 12 states have passed or are working on similar legislation, but the process is coming together slowly, and the kids are falling apart quickly.

Csent for social media are akin to age limits on drinking, driving, and smoking,” she said.

Cheng added, “No policy replaces the need for parents to have frank, open conversations with their kids on the inherent mental and physical risks involved … Informed kids become informed young adults who make better decisions.”

hildren don’t have the self-discipline to monitor their exposure to social media.

Danny Rivera, a New York City high school English teacher and father quoted on Investopedia, said, “Students are on social media so much — inside and outside the classroom — they end up losing track of basic needs like food and sleep. They routinely tell me that they choose ‘doomscrolling’ or working on a dance routine to post over getting rest on a school night.”

Susan Cheng, associate dean of public health at Tulane University, and with a teenager at home, told Investopedia that changes to kids’ access are common sense. “Guardrails around age of con-

New York State passed a squishy law that seems both difficult to understand and enforce. On websites like Facebook, X and TikTok, a complex set of algorithms helps create personalized feeds to keep users engaged on the platform for as long as possible. The State Legislature passed a bill last year that, according to a New York Times story, will disrupt the relationship between tech companies and young people by restricting the use of algorithms on minors’ social media feeds.

Many of these laws are complex and face endless challenges in court.

Maybe legislation is not the most effective, or only, way to lasso the social media giants. Our basic, common, core values compel us to do an intervention, at the family level, the state level, in the courts and schools. Unrestricted social

media is hurting our kids.

We need only look around to see the creepy fixation and attachment to phones pervasive in our culture. Adults have tools to self-regulate, but children are easy prey for financially motivated influencers and celebrities who are selling products and insecurity in equal measure. Visit a restaurant and see families eating together and apart with everyone on their own phone.

There are epidemics that kill and epidemics that diminish and pervert normal social development. Social media, especially too much too soon, is making our children, and especially our teenagers, less secure, more anxious and more vulnerable to companies who are using them for profit. Children don’t have the self-discipline necessary to monitor their exposure to social media. Kids I know have told me students use their phones in the classroom to check out social media, look up test answers, watch videos, or worse.

Kudos to Texas for moving ahead with big, bold legislation. New York must create child-protective laws that have teeth. It’s our job as citizens and our obligation as human beings to defend our children’s privacy and mental health. Copyright 2025 Randi Kreiss. Randi can

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Hurricane season is here — Prepare to be safe

as the calendar turns to June, the Atlantic hurricane season officially begins—and this year, forecasters are predicting an active one. The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration projects an above-average number of storms, fueled by warm ocean temperatures and shifting climate patterns.

For many across Long Island that means more potential for destructive winds, flooding, and widespread power outages. Whether you live on the coast or in-land now is the time to prepare.

Every year, we’re reminded that hurricanes are among nature’s most powerful and unpredictable forces. Hurricane Sandy nearly 13 years ago offers sobering examples of what can happen when people are unprepared —or underestimate the threat.

Preparation isn’t just a matter of prudence; it’s a matter of survival.

First and foremost, build or update your emergency supply kit. It should include at least three days’ worth of food and water for each member of your household—one gallon of water per person, per day. Non-perishable foods such as canned goods, protein bars, peanut butter, and dried fruit are essentials. Don’t forget a manual can opener.

You’ll also need a flashlight with extra batteries, a portable phone charger (preferably solar or battery-powered), a first-aid kit, hygiene supplies, and copies

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Stop summer power shutoffs

To the Editor:

Summer is almost here, and with it will come deadly heat waves supercharged by the climate crisis.

Yet in 27 states, it’s perfectly legal for utility companies to shut off electricity on the hottest days of summer, leaving individuals and families without air conditioning in extreme temperatures and threatening their health and safety.

Shutting off power and preventing access to lifesaving air conditioning in the summer can have life-or-death consequences. We need to shine a spotlight on this critical issue and raise our voices to demand change.

This may not be Florida, Louisiana or Georgia, but it can still get plenty hot here in the summer.

Utility companies and local leaders everywhere must act to end utility shutoffs on the hottest days of summer. Save lives — stop the summer shutoffs.

of important documents stored in a waterproof container. Include any medications and special items for infants, the elderly or pets.

A battery-powered or hand-crank radio is crucial. But when the power goes out and cell service is spotty, local radio may be the only way to receive lifesaving information.

It’s also important to know your risk. Are you in a flood-prone zone? Is your home vulnerable to storm surge? Local emergency management offices and the Federal Emergency Management Agency websites provide hazard maps that can help you answer those questions. If you live in an evacuation zone, know your routes and have a plan for where you will go—whether it’s a public shelter, a hotel or a relative’s home inland. Secure your property. Trim trees and shrubs, clean gutters, and reinforce windows and doors. If advised to do so, board up windows with plywood. Move outdoor furniture and decorations indoors so they don’t become projectiles in high winds.

Don’t wait until the last minute to gather supplies. As storms approach, store shelves empty quickly, gas lines grow long, and traffic jams snarl evacuation routes. Acting early not only gives you peace of mind — it gives you options.

Perhaps the most vital part of hurricane preparedness is staying informed. Tune in regularly to trusted local news

sources, the National Hurricane Center, and the county’s emergency management office — NassauCountyny.gov. Weather conditions can change rapidly, and up-to-date information is key to making smart decisions.

Social media is helpful, but it’s also a breeding ground for misinformation. Always verify what you see with official sources. False rumors about evacuation orders or shelter availability can put lives at risk.

Sign up for emergency alerts on your phone. Many local governments offer text or email notifications for severe weather, road closures, and evacuation notices. Don’t ignore the warnings. When authorities urge you to evacuate, it’s not a suggestion — it’s a life-saving directive.

Disasters don’t discriminate. They affect young and old, rich and poor. But preparation can make a world of difference. Having a plan, gathering supplies, and staying informed can reduce injuries, save lives, and make recovery faster and less stressful.

This hurricane season, let’s not be caught off guard. The cost of inaction is simply too high. Talk to your family. Check in with neighbors, especially the elderly or those with disabilities. Preparedness is not just personal — it’s communal.

And by working together, we can save lives.

Alarmed over Hochul’s plan to expand nuclear power

Gov. Kathy Hochul is making a major push to not only build new nuclear plants in New York State, but also to make New York “the center of a nuclear revival in the U.S.,” Mark Dunlea, chair of the Green Education and Legal Fund and a leader on environmental issues, said in a recent email calling for support to “stop Hochul’s nuclear push.” Dunlea, author of the book “Putting Out the Planetary Fire,” was cofounder of both the New York Public Interest Research Group and national PIRG. He said Hochul “buys the argument that nuclear is carbon-free, avoiding looking at the life cycle of nuclear and its carbon footprint,” which includes, he noted, significant emissions of carbon in uranium mining, milling, enrichment, fuel fabrication and at other points. So far, Dunlea said, Hochul has been focusing on upstate for new nuclear development rather than, “at the

moment,” Long Island. For decades, a battle raged that stopped the plan of the Long Island Lighting Company to build seven to 11 nuclear power plants here. If there is again a plan for placement of nuclear power plants on Long Island, Dunlea said, “hopefully, Long Islanders would stand up and beat it back.” Hochul has also become involved in promoting nuclear power nationally.

The Clean Air Task Force, based in Queens, which advocates nuclear power, issued a press release in February stating: “The National Association of State Energy officials announced a multi-state initiative to accelerate advanced nuclear energy projects” that was “first previewed by Gov. Kathy Hochul of New York last month and will be co-chaired by New York.” The heading of the release: “New York leads multi-state consortium to drive nuclear energy deployment …” What the nuclear industry and nuclear power supporters in government are calling “advanced” nuclear power plants, the Union of Concerned Scientists has determined in a

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Protect first responders, don’t hinder newsgathering

To the Editor:

The Press Club of Long Island strongly opposes Nassau County’s newly enacted “First Responder Zone of Protection Act” for its potential to unlawfully restrict newsgathering — a fundamental right protected by the First Amendment.

The act empowers any first responder — including police officers, EMTs, firefighters, and others — to order someone to stay at least 15 feet away if they “reasonably believe” that person may pose a threat or interfere with their duties. Violating such a warning is punishable by a fine of up to $1,000 or up to one year in jail.

Critically, the law does not define what constitutes a “reasonable” belief or what behavior may be considered a threat or interference. This gives first responders broad discretion, opening the door to subjective and inconsistent enforcement.

This law risks criminalizing the public’s right to occupy public spaces and observe or record public officials — including law enforcement — performing their duties. As the U.S. Supreme Court has ruled, the First

report, are no better — “and in some respects significantly worse” — than current nuclear plants.

a b attle raged that stopped the plan ... to build seven to 11 nuclear power plants.

Tim Judson, executive director of the Nuclear Information and Resource Service, points out that Hochul made nuclear power “a specific priority in her State of the State speech” in January. In it, she declared: “The economy of the future: microchips fabs (fabrication plants). Data centers and the supercomputers that power AI need tremendous amounts of energy. To support these industries, we’ve already started developing an advanced nuclear strategy.” Hochul is a Democrat, but there is support for nuclear power among Republican officials in New York, too.

As the Syracuse.com website has reported: “Fort Drum, the U.S. Army base outside Watertown, could become the first New York site to try advanced nuclear power technology if the Army goes along with pleas from … U.S. Reps. Elise Stefanik and Claudia Tenney, both upstate Republicans.” They “issued a joint letter October 25 urging the Army to put Fort Drum first in line

for one of the small modular nuclear reactors.” Stefanik is a front-runner to challenge Hochul for governor in 2026. The Syracuse.com piece noted Hochul’s drive for “new nuclear power in New York,” which was highlighted by her having “hosted an energy summit (in September) in Syracuse that focused heavily on nuclear power.”

Laura Shindell, New York State director of the organization Food & Water Watch, criticizes what she terms “Governor Hochul’s nuclear embrace” and said she should commit to “real climate and affordable energy solutions.” World Nuclear News, a publication of the World Nuclear Association, ran an article in January headlined “New York State looks to advanced nuclear.” It reported that Hochul has advanced “a master plan for advanced nuclear development” and the New York State Energy Research and Development Authority “has joined Constellation (Energy, the largest nuclear power plant operator in the U.S.), on a grant proposal to help it pursue an early site permit for advanced nuclear reactors” at the site of the Nine Mile Point 1 and 2 nuclear plants upstate.

Karl Grossman is an author, TV program host and journalism professor at SUNY Old Westbury.

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Amendment protects the right to challenge and criticize police and to record their actions in public (City of Houston v. Hill, 1987). Without that right, public accountability suffers.

The 15-foot buffer is arbitrary and could easily be manipulated to block the public from witnessing important events, particularly if multiple overlapping zones are created at once. Importantly, existing laws already give police the authority to manage truly unsafe or obstructive behavior.

This act, rather than promoting safety, appears aimed at shielding law enforcement from public scrutiny. If such a law had been in place in Minneapolis in 2020, the world might never have seen the video of George Floyd’s death — and Derek Chauvin might not have been held accountable.

The New York Civil Liberties Union warned Nassau lawmakers that this law is overly broad, likely unconstitutional, and destined for legal challenge. Nonetheless, the legislature passed it unanimously.

Laws that hinder public oversight of police don’t enhance safety — they erode constitutional rights, undermine transparency, and damage trust in law enforcement.

DENISE CIVILETTI Vice president PCLI

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