Five different newspapers under the Herald Community Media banner took home five awards at the annual Press Club of Long Island at the Fox Hollow Country Club.
The five-part series on the hidden dangers of noise and light captured first place in the Narrative Environment category. The writers were former Herald reporter Nicole Formisano, and current staffers editor Will Sheeline and reporter Angelina Zingariello.
The judges said: “Compelling, wellwritten, well-researched series covering noise, air, and light pollution. Not only scientific, their words also touch the human soul.”
Formisano also took home a second place award in the Narrative Obituaries category. Her piece in the Lynbrook/East Rockaway Herald illustrated how a grief support group was dealing with their own sorrow after losing the group’s leader Angela Mendola.
In the same category, editor Roksana Amid received a third place award for the remembrance of Bob Canavan for the Glen Cove Herald.
Amid was also part of the team that included Sheeline and another former Herald staffer Laura Lane that took third place in the Narrative Government & Politics category for “Souzzi’s win: Examining the voting dynamics.”
Senior reporter Mohammad Rafiq also collected a third place award in the Narrative Non-local News/Feature category for his story “Journalist unearths
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Herald Community Media won five PCLI awards on June 5. Editor Will Sheeline and reporter Angelina Zingariello.
and honors Civil War Ancestor.”
“At Herald Community Media, we strive every day to deliver impactful, community-focused journalism — and earning five Press Club of Long Island awards is a proud testament to our team’s dedication and the trust our readers place in us,” Stuart Richner, president and CEO of Richner Communications Inc., said about the June 5 recognition.
North Babylon schools tighten security at school buildings
By CHRISTIE LEIGH BABIRAD
cbabirad@liherald.com
The North Babylon School District will be enhancing its security protocols for the new school year, introducing security vestibules for visitors and ID cards for middle and high school students.
The moves were announced just as two unrelated incidents at the high school last
monthraised concerns among parents, students and community members.
On the morning of May 13, two unauthorized individuals were found on school grounds before the start of the school day. According to Superintendent Kenneth Graham, the staff responded “quickly and appropriately,” and Suffolk County police arrived on the scene. The individuals were
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even better place to live than it was.”
The U.S. News & World Report ranking comes as part of an expanded 2025–2026 Best Places to Live list. In its top 10 list for New York state, Lindenhurst ranked No. 10. Massapequa Park Village took the top spot.
The publication evaluated more than 850 cities to compile its list of the top 250 nationwide, up from 150 in previous years.
Communities were evaluated using data from Applied Geographic Solutions and U.S. News’ own research, with factors such as quality of life, education, health care access, air quality, crime, housing affordability, and cost of living
considered. Cultural and leisure offerings, including restaurant access, weather, and economic indicators like unemployment and median income, were also included.
“The expansion of the 2025–2026 Best Places to Live rankings gives consumers a more detailed view into what it’s like to live somewhere at the community level,” Erika Giovanetti, consumer lending analyst at U.S. News, said in a news release.
“It enables them to consider more options for potential places to settle down.”
For more information, visit realestate. usnews.com/places/methodology.
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Copiague FD hosts alarmingly good Memorial parade
By CAROLYN JAMES
cjames@liherald.com
The Copiague Fire Department presented its annual Memorial Day remembrance ceremony, parade and community gathering, with a little help from their friends—the members of the Copiague Chamber of Commerce. The event was held on Mon., May 26 and drew one of the largest crowds in recent years.
“We gave out more than 1,000 hot dogs,” said Commissioner Dominick Nuzzi. “It was a great event, and it gets
bigger every year.”
Donna Farina, president of the Chamber, thanked the fire department and its volunteers for their efforts in bringing the event to the community this year.
“They got a lot of organizations from Copiague together,” she said. “This is becoming a very popular event.
Taps were played at the firehouse ,and the Copiague High School Madgrical Choir performed.
For more information on the Copiague Chamber of Commerce and its events go to copiaguechamber.org.
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Copiague Youth League marches proudly in parade
Copiague School musicians perform
Copiague firefighters conduct ceremonies at memorial square
Youngster joins the marchers in the parade
North Babylon schools tightening their security
apprehended without incident, and no injuries were reported.
Later that day, a swastika was discovered on a cabinet in a classroom. The district notified police, and an active investigation is underway.
“These acts are taken very seriously,” Graham said in a message to the community, adding that the district is committed to strengthening its security measures in response.
At a recent Board of Education meeting, Graham said the district is planning this summer to install security vestibules at school entrances to serve as visitor management checkpoints. They are not intended for student entry.
“It’s essentially a double-door vestibule with a holding area and a teller window,” Graham said. “Visitors will scan their license, which will be checked against a criminal database, to verify their purpose for entering the building.”
In addition, scanning systems will be introduced at the middle and high schools for student entry in the fall. Students will use ID cards embedded with chips to check in upon entering the building.
“The scanner will confirm they are a student, and indicate if they are suspended and not permitted on school grounds that day,” Graham said.
Scanners will also be installed at designated areas inside the buildings, including cafeterias. Students will be required to scan their ID to enter those spaces. If they are not scheduled for that period, they will
not be granted access.
Despite the new measures, some students and residents expressed concern that the changes don’t go far enough to prevent mass shootings or weapon-related violence.
“I think it’s a serious problem,” said freshman Massai Parker. “What I would prefer is if they had metal detectors. The money isn’t put where it needs to be put.”
“Most school shooters are students inside the school,” added student Tristin Williams. “It’s usually not someone random.”
Both students said the focus on ID cards does little to stop someone from bringing a weapon into the building.
A resident echoed those concerns during the board meeting, urging the district to adopt stronger safety measures such as metal detectors. She said hundreds of parents and community members have signed a petition calling for their installation.
“We must take preventive measures,” she said. “Scanners do not detect weapons. Metal detectors are more cost-effective and more likely to save lives.”
She emphasized that the issue is larger than students skipping class.
“This is literally a life-and-death situation. There are kids who aren’t here anymore because someone brought a weapon into a school,” she said.
Board of Education President Matthew Lucchetti reiterated that student safety remains a top priority and said the board will continue to adapt security efforts as needed.
While metal detectors are not currently
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planned, Graham said they could be considered as part of the district’s ongoing safety review process. He noted that the district’s safety plan is updated annually and made available for public comment.
“Every year, the district safety plan is posted to our website for a 30-day comment period,” Graham said. “We encourage the public to review the plan and share their feedback.”
The next regular business meeting of the North Babylon Board of Education is scheduled for June 12 at 8 p.m. at North Babylon High School, 1 Phelps Lane.
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North Babylon students Massai Parker and Tristin Williams spoke in support of metal detectors in schools.
Celebrating Long Island’s local businesses
By MADISON GUSLER
Over 750 members of Long Island’s business community joined the Herald for the fourth annual Herald Long Island Choice Award’s ceremony. People packed the ballroom at Crest Hollow County Club to hear about the best Long Island has to offer.
The Long Island Choice Awards presented by PSEG Long Island on May 13 is a community choice award organized by RichnerLIVE Events that involves local communities in electing the best businesses in a range of categories. Companies and organizations across the Island are elected in 250 categories before undergoing three rounds of voting to whittle away the top three competitors. The winners are announced at the annual gala and are officially recognized as the best Long Island has to offer.
This year’s event was the biggest RichnerLIVE Events has ever held. We congratulate all the winners and runner-ups on their amazing accomplishments!
“It is once again a privilege for our companies to host this great event,” Stuart Richner, publisher of the Long Island Herald and CEO of Richner Communications, said. “Remember tonight is not just about celebration, it’s about creating unforgettable moments and sharing in the joy of success.”
“The people in this room are the economic engines of our communities,” he said. “As a second generation business owner myself, I know how challenging leading a business can be. But leading a
business can also be incredibly rewarding, and the rewards certainly outweigh the challenges.”
“The Long Island Choice Awards celebrates Long Island businesses for their resilience, strength, innovation, excellence and an unwavering dedication to their communities,” David Lyons, interim president and COO of PSEG Long Island, said. “Without your hard work, we would not have the thriving downtown districts in so many of the local Long Island neighborhoods that we call home.”
Lyons noted PSEG’s business customer advocate program and the team that assists businesses in navigating their programs and services.
“They work tirelessly to support small businesses that fuel our local economy, offering personalized guidance and solutions,” he said. The team offers multiple services, including free energy assessments that help businesses save on costs.
“We’ve been around for 55 years, since the 1970s,” Matthew Kahn, president of Friends of Bridge, Inc., said. “We’re a local not-for-profit which really helps our community. We’re very well respected by the community and we’re very proud to have won this award tonight.” The Valley Streambased outpatient alcohol and drug treatment agency won the award for best addiction rehabilitation center.
“I feel humbled to be able to even do what I do, to help people heel,” Kimberly Zedalis with Integrative Health and Wellness, Inc. in Farmingdale, said. Zedalis accepted the award for best functional medicine. “This has just
been an incredible journey that I’ve been on in my life and I’m elated to win.”
Several organizations and businesses won multiple awards. Molloy University took home three, including best adult education/continuing education programs, best university and best university president.
“Like anytime our university gets the accolades it deserves, I’m proud of our accomplishments,” James Lentini, university president, said.
To view more pictures please visit RichnerLive.com/lichoice. To see a complete list of the 2025 Long Island Choice winners visit LiHerald.com/ long-island-choice-awards.
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Keynote Speaker, Interim President and COO from PSEG Long Island, David C. Lyons
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Long Island businesses await the announcement of their category winners
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The Stroke & Brain Aneurysm Center of Long Island
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Emcee’s Jon Daniels from K-Joy 98.3 and Reporter Antoinette Biordi from News 12
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Dr. Ryan Sugarman from Memorial Sloan Kettering
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Calmer U Holistic Health Care Center & Spa in East Rockaway
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Teemer Moving Storage in Long Beach
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Miss Long Island
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The Rizzuto Law Firm in Uniondale
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A&C Pest Management in East Meadow
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South Shore Rehabilitation and Nursing Center in Freeport
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Villacorta Law Group P.C.
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TLC Companions Home Care in Bethpage
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The Cabana in Long Beach
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Ringelheim Wealth Management Group UBS in Garden City
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Davidov Law Group in New Hyde Park
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Azerbaijan Grill in East Meadow
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President Dr. James Lentini from Molloy University in Rockville Center
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The Barnyard in Farmingdale
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Integrative Health and Wellness, Inc in Farmingdale
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Masha Gutama 3, Amityville
I like to eat chocolate and chips with my dad.
What is your favorite activity to do with your dad?
Adrianna Canesa 10, Massapequa I like practicing softball with my dad.
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Jack Mullahy 7, Babylon Elementary School
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Adrianna Kenney 4, Babylon I like to play with him and play on the playground.
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Vincent Canesa 7, Massapequa I like to collect cards with my dad.
Christie Leigh Babirad/Herald Alexis Roberts 17, Copiague I like joking around with my dad, taking car rides with him and working on the car together.
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STEPPING OUT
Dad’s day, Dad’s way
Fire up the grill and let him sizzle
By Karen Bloom
When it comes to Father’s Day, some dads want ties, others want tools — but for many, what really gets their hearts (and taste buds) fired up is a perfect day at the grill. Forget the recliner — Dad’s real throne is next to the barbecue, tongs in hand, flame sizzling, and the unmistakable aroma of grilled steak in the air. Whether Dad’s the grill master or you’re stepping up to serve him, there’s no better way to celebrate than with a steakhouse-quality meal made right in your own backyard. It’s simple, satisfying, and a fun way to show appreciation — with flavor.
Savor the steakhouse staples
Steak lovers know the stars of the grill — ribeye, strip, porterhouse, and tenderloin. These cuts are popular for a reason: bold beefy flavor, juicy texture, and just the right bite. But no matter the cut, the real secret to a great steak lies in the marbling — those small white flecks of fat throughout the meat. That’s where the flavor lives. More marbling means more mouthwatering bites.
Grill like a pro
Want to serve a steak that earns a standing ovation? Follow these tried-and-true grilling tips. Heat it up: Make sure your grill is hot before placing the meat down. A sizzle on contact means you’re locking in all those savory juices.
Keep it simple: With a high-quality steak, you don’t need a long marinade — just a touch of salt and pepper lets the natural flavors shine. Tongs only, please: Never use a fork to flip steaks. It pierces the meat and lets the juices escape. Stick with tongs or a spatula.
Timing is everything: For 1-inch thick steaks, grill over medium heat for 5–6 minutes per side for a perfect medium-rare (145°F).
Let it rest: After grilling, give steaks a few minutes to rest before slicing. That helps keep all the tasty juices right where they belong — inside the steak.
Bring on his inner chef
Want to impress Dad with professional-looking grill marks? Here’s a chef’s trick: Place the steak at a 45-degree angle to the grates. After 3–4 minutes, rotate it 90 degrees to create those signature diamond marks. Flip and repeat for a restaurant-
style presentation.
This Father’s Day, skip the crowded restaurants and let the grill be the center of the celebration. Whether you’re flipping the steaks or just cheering Dad on from the sidelines, it’s a surefire way to make the day deliciously unforgettable.
“Cowboy” Steak with Steamed Guinness French Onion Beans
• 4 18-ounce bone-in “cowboy” ribeye steaks
• 12 ounces (3/4 pound) red skin potatoes, cut in 1-inch chunks
• 1/2 pound green beans, cleaned
• 2 garlic cloves, minced
• 1 shallot, peeled and minced
• 5 tablespoons unsalted butter, cut in 1/2-inch cubes
• 3/4 cup French onion soup
• 1/2 cup Guinness beer
• Salt and pepper to taste
• 1/4 cup french-fried onions
Preheat grill to medium high. Assemble aluminum foil pouch; add potatoes, beans, garlic, shallot, butter, soup, and beer. Seal pouch and grill to steam.
Season steaks and grill over medium-high heat to medium rare (145°F internal temperature) or desired doneness. Remove steaks and let rest for 4 minutes.
Remove foil pouch, salt and pepper vegetables to taste; top with french-fried onions. Serves 4.
Skewered Shrimp with Black Bean-Lemon Rice
• 24 large raw, headless, peeled shrimp, with tails on (about 1 pound)
• 24 whole green onions, trimmed to 6 inches in length
• 24 cherry tomatoes
• 2 poblano chili peppers, seeded and cut into 24 pieces
• 8 12-inch bamboo skewers, soaked in water
Marinade/Dressing:
• 3/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
• 1/4 cup red wine vinegar
• 3 tablespoons lemon juice
• 2 medium garlic cloves, minced
• 1 1/2 teaspoons salt
• 3/4 teaspoon coarsely ground black pepper
Rice:
• 3 cups hot cooked brown rice
• 15 ounces canned black beans, rinsed and drained
• 1/4 cup chopped cilantro
• 3 teaspoons grated lemon zest
Whisk marinade ingredients in small bowl. Reserve 1/2 cup mixture in separate bowl and set aside. Place shrimp in a resealable plastic bag, pour marinade over shrimp, seal tightly and coat well. Refrigerate 30 minutes, turning frequently. Remove shrimp from marinade (reserving marinade). Place shrimp on skewers, alternating with tomatoes, chilies and onions (folded in half).
Preheat grill on high heat. Brush skewers with reserved marinade and cook 4 to 5 minutes on each side or until shrimp are opaque in center. Place remaining marinade in a small saucepan on the grill to heat slightly. Toss rice with black beans, cilantro and lemon zest.
To serve: Top rice with skewers and spoon remaining marinade over skewers.
Grilled Summer Veggies
Take advantage of the season’s bounty and serve this terrific side dish.
• 1 green bell pepper, quartered
• 1 eggplant, cut crosswise into 1/2 inch-thick rounds
• 1 red bell pepper, quartered
• 1 yellow squash, cut crosswise on the bias into 1/2 inch-thick slices
• 1 zucchini, cut crosswise on the bias into 1/2 inch-thick slices
• 2 tablespoons chopped herbs, such as tarragon, thyme and/or basil
• 2 tablespoons red wine vinegar or sherry vinegar
• 1/4 teaspoon fine sea salt
• 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
Preheat grill to high heat. Working in batches, arrange veggies on the grill and cook, flipping once, until tender and just beginning to char, 3 to 5 minutes for the zucchini and squash, 6 to 8 minutes for the peppers and eggplant. Spread out to cool slightly on a large baking sheet.
Roughly chop hot veggies into bite-size pieces and toss with herbs, vinegar, salt and pepper on a large platter. Serve warm, at room temperature or cold.
“Don’t stop believin’… Voyage returns with its rockin’ tribute to Journey. The popular band takes everyone back when Journey’s timeless music ruled the airwaves. Hailed by fans and critics alike, the band performs the music with chilling accuracy. Theeir 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 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.
Saturday, June 14, 7 p.m. $40, $35, $30, $25, $20. The Paramount, 370 New York Ave., Huntington. Tickets available at ticketmaster.com or paramountny.com.
‘So Happy Together’
The Happy Together Tour is back and ready with an evening of groovy tunes. The touring sensation that’s crisscrossed the nation delighting audiences for over a decade returns with a show full of chart-topping hits from the ‘60s and ‘70s — an undeniable 61 Billboard Top 40 smashes. The Turtles once again join the tour, also acting as musical hosts for the evening. Along with them are Jay and the Americans, Little Anthony, Gary Pucket, The Vogues and the Cowsills. The Turtles, of course, are best known for their harmony-heavy California pop sound — with such hits as “Elenore,” “She’d Rather Be With Me” and the title of the tour, “Happy Together,” Ron Dante joins the lineup to delight with his own mega-hits, “Sugar Sugar” and “Tracy.”
Saturday, June 14, 8 p.m. Flagstar at Westbury Music Fair, 960 Brush Hollow Rd., Westbury. Tickets available at livenation.com.
June 12, 2025
“Cowboy” Steak
Skewered Shrimp with Black Bean-Lemon Rice
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JUNE
12
‘Little Landscapes: Big Impressions’
The exhibition is on view at the Historical Society now until July 27 at Village of Babylon Historical and Preservation Society, featureing rotational artwork.
• Where: 117 W. Main St., Babylon
• Contact: (631) 669-1810 or abylonvillagearts.org
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
13
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 15-16, June 18-19
• Contact: oldwestburygardens.org or call (516) 333-0048
JUNE 21
The Fab Faux
Name That Tune: ‘80s Edition
Time to test your knowledge of music from the synth-pop era as well as the birth of hair metal bands. Visit West Islip Public Library for a fun afternoon of music trivia. Prizes will be awarded. West Islip residents only.
• Where: 3 Higbie Lane, West Islip
• Time: 7-8:30 p.m.
• Contact: (631) 661-7080
JUNE
19
Little Learners Art Lab
• Where: The Paramount, 370 New York Ave., Huntington
• Time: 8 p.m.
• Contact: ticketmaster.com or paramountny.com
The Beatles find their way back to the stage — in the form of the Fab Faux. The acclaimed band brings out the best Beatles moments, appearing on the Paramount stage. With a commitment to the accurate reproduction of Beatles’ repertoire, The Fab Faux treat the seminal music with unwavering respect, known for their painstaking recreations of the songs (with emphasis on the later works never performed live by the Beatles). The musical virtuosity of The Fab Faux — in actuality five New York City-based musicians —upends the concept of a Beatles tribute band. Far beyond being extended cover sets, their shows are an inspired rediscovery of The Beatles’ musical magic. In this concert, you’ll hear “A Hard Day’s Night” and “Abbey Road” in their entireties. The Fab Faux tackles the group’s most demanding material onstage in a way that has to be experienced to be believed. In addition to their note-for-note accuracy, the band is famous for blurring the lines slightly and injecting their own musical personalities into the performances. Imagine hearing complex material like “Strawberry Fields Forever” or “I Am the Walrus” performed in complete part-perfect renditions; or such harmony-driven songs as “Because,” “Nowhere Man” and “Paperback Writer,”reproduced with extra vocalists to achieve a double-tracked effect. That’s The Fab Faux experience. $125, $110, $89.50, $79.50, $69.50, $49.50.
JUNE
14
Town of Babylon Beach Permit Sales
The Town of Babylon Parks Department offers drive-thru beach permit sales at Geiger Park. $45 for seniors 60 and over, $20 for active military, veterans and volunteer Fire and EMS.
• Where: 50 W. 23rd St., Deer Park
• Time: 10 a.m.-2 p.m.
• Contact: (631) 893-2100 or townofbabylonny.gov/558/2025Beach-Permits
The Wild Harvest: Grow-Catch-Cook
Living on Long Island provides us with the opportunities to harvest our food from both land and sea. Join presenter Renato Stafford at Babylon Public Library to discuss how to prepare delicious meals combining garden fresh vegetables and wild harvested meats. Topics include fishing techniques, including clams, bay scallops, and squid; how to build a simple homemade smoker; beekeeping and foraging; and homemade family recipes. Registration required.
• Where: 24 S. Carll Ave., Babylon
• Time: 2- p.m.
• Contact: (631) 669-1624 or shorturl.at/YLOYz
Monthly Quilting Workshop
Whether you are a beginner or experienced quilter, everyone is welcome at West Islip Public Library. Bring your own project to work on or start something new. Registration is not required.
• Where: 3 Higbie Lane, West Islip
• Time: 10 a.m.-noon.
• Contact: (631) 661-7080
JUNE
16
The Crossword is for You, Too
Have you always wanted to solve the daily crossword puzzle but felt intimidated and not sure where to start, or are you a crossword enthusiast who’d like to learn more about the puzzles and how they are made? If so, join Babylon resident and New York Times crossword constructor Kelly Morenus Babylon Public Library for a discussion of the “crossworld” and how you, too, can be a part of it.
• Where: 24 S. Carll Ave., Babylon
• Time: 6-7 p.m.
• Contact: (631) 669-1624 or babylonpl.librarycalendar. com/event/crossword-puzzleprogram-4643
JUNE
17
Writer’s Workshop
Babylon Library’s Writer’s Workshop meets two Tuesday evenings a month. New and experienced writers are welcome. Feel free to bring any works in progress to share and discuss. Registration is required. Adults only.
• Where: 24 S. Carll Ave., Babylon
• Time: 5:30-7:45 p.m.
• Contact: (631) 669-1624 or babylonpl.librarycalendar. com/event/writers-workshopmayjune-4642
JUNE
18
Storybook Stroll
Bring the kids to Old Westbury Gardens for a special storybook adventure in celebration of Juneteenth. Stroll the gardens and share the story of Juneteenth with Kim Taylor’s “A Flag for Juneteenth.” Also take part in a quilting-inspired craft based on the story. For ages 3-5. Storybook Strolls start at the Beech Tree (next to Westbury House), and end at the Thatched Cottage.
• Where: 71 Old Westbury Road, Old Westbury
• Time: 4:30-5:30 p.m.
• Contact: oldwestburygardens.org or call (516) 333-0048
Each week in this engaging workshop, participants are introduced to hands-on materials, artmaking, and inspiration from artists and techniques. Young kids, ages 2-5, build critical thinking skills, expand vocabulary, and support imaginations as they play, create and explore. This week families Learn about portraits while making abstract self-portraits and frames! $4 with museum admission.
• Where: Museum Row, Garden City
• Time: 11:30 a.m.-noon
• Contact: licm.org or (516) 224-5800
JUNE
28
Long Island Music and Entertainment Hall of Fame honors The Hassles
LIMEHOF inducts Long Island’s own 1960s era seminal rock-soul group, The Hassles, who are best known as Billy Joel’s first major record label band. LIMEHOF inductee Liberty DeVitto (of Billy Joel’s band) is expected to officially induct the group. With performances from LIMEHOF inductees, including the hitmaking duo The Alessi Brothers, and two-time inductee drummer Mike Ricciardella of Barnaby Bye and The Illusion. $50.
• Where: 97 Main St., Stony Brook
• Time: 8 p.m.
• Contact: limusichalloffame.org
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Long Island Cares’ Paule Pachter retires
By MOHAMMAD RAFIQ mrafiq@liherald.com
After more than 17 years leading Long Island Cares, President and CEO Paule Pachter has announced his retirement. He will assume the title of president emeritus in an advisory capacity and remain in his current role until a successor is named.
“My time at Long Island Cares has been the most rewarding and productive period of my 46-year history of working in the nonprofit human services sector on Long Island,” Pachter, 71, said in a news release. “Along with our dedicated staff, we have transformed the role of a traditional food bank and developed innovative and effective programs to support those in need.
Long Island Cares is a regional food bank and nonprofit organization headquartered in Hauppauge.
Founded to combat food insecurity across Long Island, it provides emergency food assistance, distributes nutritious groceries, and offers support services to individuals and families in need. The organization operates a network of pantries and distribution centers, including locations in Freeport, Lindenhurst, and Bethpage.
As food insecurity continues to affect an estimated 121,000 Long Islanders, including 65,000 children, Long Island Cares has sought to expand its outreach, opening another pantry in Valley Stream last August.
“I have had the privilege of working with a dedicated team and supportive board of directors that few others have experienced. I’m extremely proud to have had the opportunity to impact the way we respond to food insecurity on a local, state, and national level through my involvement in the Feeding America network,” Pachter said in the release.
“I look forward to welcoming the next president and
Courtesy Long Island Cares
After serving as president and CEO of Long Island Cares for 17 years, Paule Pachter is retiring from his role and will officially step down when his successor is named.
CEO of this historic organization in my new role as President Emeritus,” he added. “We have so much more to do to respond to hunger and to what Harry Chapin said ‘was the shame of America.’”
During Pachter’s tenure, Long Island Cares expanded its services significantly, launching mobile food distribution efforts, veterans’ initiatives, and Baxter’s Pet Pantry, among other community-focused programs.
“When I came to Long Island Cares (the cash on hand was about $8.5 million),” Pachter told the Herald. “As I’m leaving, our budget is $41 million.”
Pachter, who grew up in Brooklyn, led the organization through the creation of multiple satellite pantries, beginning with its Freeport location in 2009. He cited support from Mayor Robert Kennedy and former legislator Dave Denenberg in helping to make the pantry a reality.
Under Pachter, Long Island Cares launched mobile outreach for seniors, veterans and the homeless; and introduced a children’s breakfast food truck. He also expanded advocacy work and government relations.
Pachter was a social worker and served as a Nassau County Department of Mental Health deputy commissioner. He was in an administrative role for United Cerebral Palsy and then a deputy executive director at Central Nassau Guidance and Counseling Services. “It has always been a passion for me to help people in need,” he said.
“Paule has been an immeasurable asset to Long Island Cares,” David Herold, Long Island Cares board president said in the release. “Paule’s drive and ingenuity led to the creation of many programs and services, including mobile food pantries, a food pantry network, a variety of veterans’ programs, and Baxter’s Pet Pantry. “Not only does Paule’s legacy greatly benefit Long Islanders every day, but his broad vision has been duplicated by food banks nationally to benefit our country’s food insecure,” Herold added.
He said that other than founders Harry and Sandy Chapin, no one person has had a greater impact at Long Island Cares than Paule Pachter. “It has been an honor and privilege to work with him,” he said. “I and the entire board look forward to continuing to work with Paule through and after this transition.”
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
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, 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
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
Wells Fargo Bank, National Association, as Trustee for First Franklin Mortgage Loan Trust, Mortgage Loan Asset-Backed Certificates, Series 2005-FF6, Plaintiff AGAINST
Florentina Boscolo a/k/a Florentina Rujeu Boscolo; et al., Defendant(s) Pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale duly entered April 21, 2025, I, the undersigned Referee, will sell at public auction at the Babylon Town Hall, 200 East Sunrise Highway, Lindenhurst, New York on July 16, 2025, at 12:30PM, premises known as 44 Seley Drive, North Babylon, NY 11703. All that certain plot, piece or parcel of land, situate, lying and being in the Town of Babylon, County of Suffolk, State of New York, District: 0100 Section: 120.00 Block: 01.00 Lot: 155.000. Approximate amount of judgment $590,698.04 plus interest and costs. Premises will be sold subject to provisions of filed Judgment Index# 621190/2023.
Francesco Tini, Esq., Referee
LOGS Legal Group LLP
Attorney(s) for the Plaintiff 175 Mile Crossing Boulevard Rochester, New York 14624
(877) 430-4792
Dated: May 24, 2025
25-310 6/12, 19, 26, 7/3
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 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
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
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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.
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, LY-
ING 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
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
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 DIEZ VENTURES LLC
Diez Ventures LLC filed Articles of Organization with the Secretary of State of New York (SSNY) on June 4, 2025. Office location: Suffolk County. SSNY is designated as agent of the LLC upon whom process against it may be served. SSNY shall mail a copy of process to: Jocelyn Diez, 41 Orchard Drive, Brightwaters, NY 11718.
Purpose: To engage in any lawful act or activity for which a limited liability company may be formed under the laws of the State of New York. 25-316. 6/12, 19, 26, 7/3, 10,17
— June 12, 2025
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 17, 2025. Public hearings begin 6:00pm.
NEW APPLICATION:
•Charlyn Quiroz
765 Catskill Ave Copiague, NY 11726
SCTM#0100-2003-057
•Sayed Nozmul Haque & Sayed Mynul Haque 6 Toysome Lane Deer Park, NY 11729
SCTM#0100-91-220 •Elizabeth MoralesP 131 Longfellow Ave North Babylon, NY 11703
SCTM#0100-1513-125
•Ryano Anderson 225 E. Hampton Road Lindenhurst, NY 11757
SCTM#0100-1904-7
•Shawn & Victoria Simon 115 Tell Ave Deer Park, NY 11729
SCTM#0100-91-3115
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 per-
sons 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 12th, 2025 25-308. 612
NOTICE OF SALE SUPREME COURT COUNTY OF SUFFOLK UMB BANK, NATIONAL ASSOCIATION, NOT IN ITS INDIVIDUAL CAPACITY, BUT SOLELY AS LEGAL TITLE TRUSTEE FOR LVS TITLE TRUST XIII, Plaintiff AGAINST GREGORY J. CIEJKA, LAUREN E. MATULLO A/K/A LAUREN E. CIEJKA, ET AL., Defendant(s) Pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale duly entered June 21, 2023, I, the undersigned Referee will sell at public auction at the Babylon Town Hall, 200 East Sunrise Highway, Lindenhurst, NY 11757 on July 15, 2025 at 11:00 AM, premises known as 139 West 21st Street, Deer Park, NY 11729. 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: 059.00 Block: 03.00 Lot: 076.000. Approximate amount of judgment $508,889.56 plus interest and costs. Premises will be sold subject to provisions of filed Judgment Index #614708/2016.
Thomas A. Abbate, Esq., Referee Tromber g, Morris & Partners, PLLC 39 Broadway, Suite 1250 New York, NY 10006 25-000480
85674
25-314 6/12, 19, 26, 7/3
REFEREE'S NOTICE OF SALE IN FORECLOSURE
SUPREME COURT - COUNTY OF SUFFOLK
BANK OF AMERICA, N.A., Plaintiff - against - PAUL M. WESTPHAL, et al
Defendant(s).
Pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered on April 2, 2025. I, the undersigned Referee will sell at public auction at the Babylon Town Hall, 200 East Sunrise Highway, Lindenhurst, NY 11757 on the 16th 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 26 Gibbs Road, Amityville a/k/a Amity Harbor, (Town of Babylon) NY 11701.
(DSBL#: 0100-182.0001.00-103.000)
Approximate amount of lien $175,517.58 plus interest and costs. Premises will be sold subject to provisions of filed judgment and terms of sale.
Index No. 610921/2023. Peter L. Kramer, Esq., Referee. 516-510-4020. Davidson Fink LLP
Attorney(s) for Plaintiff
400 Meridian Centre Blvd, Ste 200 Rochester, NY 14618 Tel. 585/760-8218
For sale information, please visit Auction. com at www.Auction. com or call (800) 2802832
Dated: May 20, 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
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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.
25-309 6/12, 19, 26, 7/3
NOTICE OF SALE SUPREME COURT - COUNTY OF SUFFOLK
U.S. BANK, NATIONAL ASSOCIATION, SUCCESSOR TRUSTEE TO LASALLE BANK NATIONAL ASSOCIATION, ON BEHALF OF THE CERTIFICATEHOLDERS OF BEAR STEARNS ASSET BACKED SECURITIES I TRUST 2005-HE10, ASSETBACKED CERTIFICATES SERIES 2005HE10
Plaintiff, Against
THE PUBLIC ADMINISTRATOR OF SUFFOLK COUNTY OF THE ESTATE OF JOSE DIMAS BERRIOS LOPEZ A/K/A JOSE D. BERRIOS, YELBA BERRIOS AS HEIR AT LAW AND NEXT OF KIN OF JOSE DIMAS BERRIOS LOPEZ AKA
JOSE D. BERRIOS; DIMA POLICARPIO BERRIOS AS HEIR AT LAW AND NEXT OF KIN OF JOSE DIMAS BERRIOS LOPEZ AKA
JOSE D. BERRIOS; J M BERRIOS AS HEIR AT LAW AND NEXT OF KIN OF JOSE DIMAS BERRIOS LOPEZ AKA
JOSE D. BERRIOS (MINOR), "JOHN DOE" AND "JANE DOE" 1 THROUGH 50, INTENDING TO
BE THE UNKNOWN HEIRS, DISTRIBUTEES, DEVISEES, GRANTEES, TRUSTEES, LIENORS, CREDITORS, AND ASSIGNEES OF THE ESTATE OF JOSE DIMAS BERRIOS LOPEZ AKA JOSE D. BERRIOS, et al Defendant(s) Pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale, duly entered 03/31/2025, I, the undersigned Referee, will sell at public auction, at Babylon Town Hall, 200 East Sunrise Highway, Lindenhurst, NY 11757, on 7/17/2025 at 2:00PM, premises known as 46 Jamaica Ave., Wyandanch, NY 11798 a/k/a 46 Jamaica Avenue, Wyandanch, NY 11798, and described as follows: ALL that certain plot piece or parcel of land, with the buildings and improvements thereon erected, situate, lying and being in the Town of Babylon, County of Suffolk and State of New York. District 0100 Section 055.00 Block 01.00 Lot 142.000
The approximate amount of the current Judgment lien is $752,565.65 plus interest and costs. The Premises will be sold subject to provisions of the aforesaid Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale; Index # 034108/2010
Scott H Siller, Esq., Referee.
MCCABE, WEISBERG & CONWAY, LLC, 10 Midland Avenue, Suite 205, Port Chester, NY 10573
Dated: 5/2/2025 File Number: 120-1466
CA
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SUPREME COURT OF THE STATE OF NEW YORK COUNTY OF SUFFOLK
THE BANK OF NEW YORK MELLON FKA THE
BANK OF NEW YORK, AS TRUSTEE FOR THE CERTIFICATEHOLDERS OF THE CWABS, INC., ASSET-BACKED CERTIFICATES, SERIES 2007-1, -againstCLARENCE VEREEN, 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 December 10, 2024, wherein 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 2007-1 is the Plaintiff and CLARENCE VEREEN, 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 10, 2025 at 10:00AM, the premises known as 49 WATERFORD DRIVE, WHEATLEY HEIGHTS, NY 11798 and the following tax map identification 0100-012.00-01.00068.000. ALL THAT CERTAIN PLOT, PIECE OR PARCEL OF LAND WITH THE BUILDINGS AND IMPROVEMENTS THEREON 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.: 600530/2023. Maria Sideris, Esq., as Ref-
eree. Robertson, Anschutz, Schneid, Crane & Partners, PLLC, 900 Merchants Concourse, Suite 310, Westbury, New York 11590, Attorneys for Plaintiff. All foreclosure sales will be conducted in accordance with Covid-19 guidelines including, but not limited to, social distancing and mask wearing. *LOCATION OF SALE SUBJECT TO CHANGE DAY OF IN ACCORDANCE WITH COURT/ CLERK DIRECTIVES.
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SUPREME COURT OF THE STATE OF NEW YORK COUNTY OF SUFFOLK NATIONSTAR MORTGAGE LLC, -againstSAJID HUSSAIN, 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 July 26, 2024, wherein NATIONSTAR MORTGAGE LLC is the Plaintiff and SAJID HUSSAIN, 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 10, 2025 at 1:30PM, the premises known as 135 BERGEN COURT, COPIAGUE, NY 11726 and the following tax map identification 0100-194.00-03.00030.000.
ALL THAT CERTAIN PLOT, PIECE OR PARCEL OF LAND, WITH THE BUILDINGS AND IMPROVEMENTS THEREON ERECTED, SITUATE, LYING AND BEING AT
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.: 604605/2016. Robert A. Macedonio, 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. 25-313 6/12, 19, 26, 7/3
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
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.
Attorney for Plaintiff Vanessa Rodriguez, Esq. 900 Merchants Concourse, Suite 310 Westbury, NY 11590
516-280-7675
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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.
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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
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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.
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June 12, 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
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
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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
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TICE 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
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. 25-303. 6/5, 12, 19, 26
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
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
Curious case of Robin the Setter
I don’t let sleeping dogs lie. Back in 2006, I began a decade-long search throughout Babylon Village for the gravesite of Sensation, the Pointer who still symbolizes the Westminster Kennel Club Dog Show. That quest led to more than 50 “Pets” columns and, ultimately, a dream job in the Westminster press room for 10 years.
But the research also uncovered a surprising piece of canine history—one literally carved in stone. In front of the Long Island State Parks Commission headquarters at Belmont Lake stands a solitary gravestone inscribed: “In Memory of My Faithful Dog Robin – Mar. 25, 1879.”
I believe Robin was the same dog August Belmont Jr. entered three times in the inaugural Westminster Kennel Club (WKC) Dog Show in 1877— twice as a Gordon Setter and once as an English Setter. That dual identity is more than curious; it hints at how loosely defined dog show rules were back then.
The original Belmont family mansion once featured a fenced pet cemetery on its right side. When the mansion was razed in 1935 to make way for the state parks headquarters, the other headstones disappeared. In 2008, state park workers looked for more toumbstones. Robin’s stone had been moved under a tree, away from its original location.
While most people associate the Belmont name with horse racing, few realize the family’s impact on the dog world. The wooded stream trail from Southards Pond to Belmont Lake forms Babylon’s own canine “Tigris and Euphrates.” More than a century ago, the origins of organized dog sports on Long Island—and nationally—can be traced to the Belmonts and the Westminster Kennel Club. August Jr.’s two brothers were WKC members, he was not.
During my search for Sensation, I collected historical documents, including a facsimile of the first WKC show catalog, thanks to Westminster historian Mr. Stifel. One 1877 spectator even jotted results in the margins.
Robin appears twice in that catalog. First, under “Native or Imported Gordon Setter Dogs,” and again under “Special Prize #1 for Best Setter,” both times with the same listing:
A.BelmontJr.,19NassauSt.,N.Y. ROBIN, bl. and tan, 8 years, by Royal, out of Racket, $500
That Robin is likely the same dog buried under the tomb-
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stone, who died two years later at age 10. The 1877 catalog lists 1,201 dogs with prices ranging from $50 to $10,000—or marked
“not for sale.” Sensation was also there, but only for exhibition. He was the celebrity draw at the four-day show held at the Hippodrome, the original Madison Square Garden. Belmont Jr. also entered two Smooth Fox Terriers—his signature breed—plus Duke, Robin’s son, and Maud, Duke’s 15-year-old mother. It was a Gordon Setter family affair. Robin placed second, even beating his son.
But another dog listed under “Imported English Setter Dog” also bore the name Robin. Same address. Same age. Same pedigree. Same $500 valuation. The only difference: this Robin was described as “black, tan and white frill.”
Today, Gordon Setters are expected to be black and tan. A white frill might occur, but it’s not desirable. English Setters, on the other hand, are predominantly white with flecked coloring. So, was Robin entered under two breeds? I believe so. I suspect Belmont Jr.—a savvy young businessman, heir to a
Robin’s tombstone on lawn of LI state park headquarters at Belmont Lake with 1877 WKC catalog that identifies Robin.
racing empire and future World War I major—was hedging his bets.
Was it cheating? Not exactly. In 1877, dog show rules were inconsistent. Stud books lacked registration numbers, and breed standards, especially for Setters, were still fuzzy.
In time, Belmont Jr. helped change that. He became a leading force in standardizing dog show rules. The American Kennel Club was established in 1884, bolstered by the WKC. Belmont became AKC president in 1888 and held the post for 26 years.
Robin died five years before AKC rules existed, nine years before AKC registration numbers appeared in catalogs, and 13 years before the Gordon Setter was officially recognized in the U.S.
As for Belmont’s gamble, the prize went to Paris, an English Setter from Ontario. He was named “Best Setter” and took home a silver Tiffany cup worth $125. Just imagine what that cup would be worth today.
SUFFOLK - INDEX NO.: 624949/2024–SUPPLEMENTAL SUMMONS. Plaintiff designates SUFFOLK COUNTY as the place of trial based upon the location of the premises herein described having tax map District 0100, Section 243.00, Block 01.00, Lot 024.000, BABYLON, NY, County of SUFFOLK – CITIBANK, N.A., NOT IN ITS INDIVIDUAL CAPACITY, BUT SOLELY AS OWNER TRUSTEE OF THE NEW RESIDENTIAL MORTGAGE LOAN TRUST 2019-2, PLAINTIFF,against- HOLLY CASEY, if living, and if she be dead, any and all persons unknown to plaintiff, claiming, or who may claim to have an interest in, or generally or specific lien upon the real property described in this action; such unknown persons being herein generally described and intended to be included in the following designation, namely: the wife, widow, husband, widower, heirs-atlaw, 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 and their respective wives, widows, husbands, widowers, heirsat- law, next of kin, descendants, executors, administrators, devisees, legatees, creditors, trustees, committees, lienors, and assigns, all of whom and whose names, except as stated, are unknown to plaintiff, TOWN OF BABYLON,
NEW YORK STATE DEPARTMENT OF TAXATION AND FINANCE, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA – INTERNAL REVENUE SERVICE, “JOHN DOE #1” through “JOHN DOE #12,” the last twelve names being fictitious and unknown to plaintiff, the persons or parties intended being the tenants, occupants, persons or corporations, if any, having or claiming an interest in or lien upon the premises, described in the complaint,, DEFENDANTS. YOU ARE HEREBY SUMMONED to answer the complaint in this action and to serve a copy of your answer, or, if the complaint is not served with this summons, to serve a notice of appearance on the Plaintiff's Attorney within 20 days after the service of this summons, exclusive of the day of service (or within 30 days after the service is complete if this summons is not personally delivered to you within the State of New York); and in case of your failure to appear or answer, judgment will be taken against you by default for the relief demanded in the complaint.
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Dated: Syosset, New York, April 25, 2025. Roach & Lin, P.C., attorney for Plaintiff, 6851 Jericho Turnpike, Suite 185, Syosset, NY 11791. Tel: 516-938-3100. To the above-named defendants: The foregoing summons is served upon you by publication pursuant to an Order of the Hon. C. STEPHEN HACKELING, a Justice of the Supreme Court, State of New York, dated February 26, 2025 and filed with the SUFFOLK County Clerk together with the supporting papers thereon. This is an action to foreclose a mortgage held by Plaintiff on the premises known as District 0100, Section 243.00, Block 01.00, Lot 024.000, BABYLON, NY, County of SUFFOLK as described in the complaint on file and commonly known as 54 OAK BEACH AVENUE A/K/A 54 OAK BEACH ROAD, BABYLON, NY 11702. 25-315. 6/12, 19, 26, 7/3
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What permits do we need before we sell?
Q. I’m trying to figure out what to do about the old construction on my house that I am being told needs permits before I can finish selling. First, I understand that I may have to pay a penalty, and second, I’m wondering why my buyer says they will take over and get permits after we close but their attorney says it’s a lot more complicated because we didn’t get a flood repair permit after Hurricane Sandy. What can you tell me about this? It seems much more complicated than it needs to be.
A. This is a typical case of “you snooze, you lose.” I regularly hear from people who tell me that their friends, contractors, even their attorneys, in some cases, give them “off the record” advice not to make waves, not to do anything. But the issues and requirements don’t just go away, and design professionals are held back from what you really wanted them to do, like an addition or a home makeover, many years later.
Waiting and ignoring the requirements has put you in a much more difficult situation. Since Sandy, the Federal Emergency Management Agency has required that people who received funding, whether directly from the federal agency or through public funds like New York Rising, had to confirm that the funds were put toward the repairs they were meant for. It’s just like providing your car insurance company the receipts and/or an inspection to confirm that the money they gave you for repairs was spent on the car, and not on some fraudulent luxury expense.
In 2013, your municipality required a repair permit, and instead of repeatedly contacting you, they opted to say that they notified you (once or twice), and now it’s your problem that you didn’t respond. The friction this created has lasted long after the memory of the flood turmoil has diminished. People feel ambushed, but arguing or passing on the requirement doesn’t make it go away.
In fact, one of the requirements is a “proof of loss” letter issued to the property owner, preferably the person who owned the property at the time of the flood. Switching to the next owner just complicates the process. Even though repair permits do not have a permit fee, most people made improvements during repairs, and your municipality recently doubled the fees for property improvements. So putting off the repair is now going to cost even more, which your buyer’s attorney might also realize while protecting the buyer.
When it comes to building department fees, one of the biggest municipalities, whose fees were more lenient, just raised them substantially. A couple who applied for permits in 2019, later hampered by the pandemic, saw their projected fees go from $2,000 to $4,600 this past month. Yes, it really did take that long, due to the pandemic and the stages of approval they had to go through, and they weren’t snoozing. Listen to the buyer’s attorney and follow through. Good luck!
As a second-generation volunteer and professional firefighter, I often reflect on the growing challenges we face in recruiting and retaining firefighters on Long Island.
My connection to the fire service runs deep — not just as a job or duty, but as part of a firefighter family. Growing up, I watched my father respond to alarms at all hours, returning home smelling of smoke and sharing stories of emergencies. The respect he commanded — often without saying a word — left a lasting impression on me. To be a firefighter, someone who puts others first, always felt more meaningful than any high-profile career.
I joined the North Babylon Volunteer Fire Department in 2000. Shortly after being sworn in, I responded to my first working house fire. As I rode the fire engine, nerves and excitement surged. Sitting across from me was my father. His steady voice and more than 50 years
of experience guided me through that pivotal moment — the start of 25 years as a volunteer and more than two decades with the FDNY.
My love for the fire service is why the current decline in volunteer firefighters across Long Island is deeply concerning. Volunteer firefighting is a noble and rewarding calling — one that should inspire future generations.
i’ve seen how involving loved ones in firehouse events creates a sense of belonging.
Nationwide, volunteers make up 65% of all firefighters. Yet that number has dropped significantly — more than 220,000 volunteers lost — even as the U.S. population grew from about 236 million to more than 331 million. The numbers make one thing clear: volunteerism in fire and emergency services has not kept pace with the nation’s growth.
The trend is especially troubling in New York state, where fire departments on Long Island have seen a 30% drop in volunteer numbers. Departments are increasingly relying on aging firefighters and mutual aid to respond to calls, often stretching resources thin. The result: longer response times and fewer personnel available to protect families and property.
Recruiting and retaining volunteers is more challenging than it was decades ago. In 1980, firefighter training required just 36 hours. Today, certification can take up to a year, with hundreds of hours of instruction — often completed while juggling jobs and family life. While recruitment is difficult, retention may be even harder. Busy schedules, expanding responsibilities, less-flexible employers and increased training demands all contribute to a shrinking volunteer force.
What are the benefits of becoming a volunteer firefighter or EMS member?
In Suffolk County, incentives include property tax reductions, state income tax credits, free health screenings, insurance coverage, college tuition reimbursement, service pensions, and free equipment and training. Last year, the state began offering small stipends to volunteers, and in January, Gov. Kathy Hochul proposed legislation that would allow localities to modestly compensate qualified firefighters and cover training costs with state funds.
For many, volunteer firefighting is also a family affair. I’ve seen firsthand
how involving loved ones in firehouse events creates a sense of belonging that strengthens commitment. Even those who don’t serve directly — spouses, children, or relatives — provide crucial support that keeps volunteers engaged and departments strong.
Yet with emergency calls increasing and volunteer numbers declining, it’s becoming harder for departments to fulfill their mission. Nationwide, volunteer firefighters save an estimated $3.8 billion annually in wages and benefits. That number underscores just how vital they are to public safety — and how urgent it is to support their continued service.
Volunteering offers more than financial value. It builds deep bonds, community respect and pride in work that truly matters. There’s nothing quite like the fulfillment that comes from helping others when they need it most.
If you’re interested in becoming a firefighter or EMS volunteer in your community, email FRESvolunteerrecruitment@suffolkcountyny.gov for more information.
Your community needs you.
Along with his fire department service, Terence McSweeney is a Babylon Town councilman. He was born and raised in North Babylon.
Extracurricular activities have an essential role
What do you remember most about high school? For me, it was my social studies classes and the teachers who made me fall in love with history and ultimately pursue a career as a social studies teacher. But for many, the most cherished memories revolve around the extracurricular activities that provided opportunities for students to compete, create or invent in a supportive atmosphere, surrounded by their friends. For some, student clubs are where they felt special and seen. Extracurricular activities can significantly boost students’ self-esteem and sense of belonging, profoundly impacting how they view themselves. That is why we need to reframe how we perceive extracurricular activities: They are not “extra,” they are essential. They are fundamental to a wellrounded education, and for that reason they need to be supported, protected and
funded in schools.
The critical mission of school systems extends beyond merely producing students who meet proficiency on standardized exams. We are charged with producing critical thinkers who embody citizenship, teamwork, global awareness, confidence, leadership and perseverance. An article by the National Association of Secondary Principals highlights how student organizations also help “soft skills,” such as ambition and empathy, and what Brockett (author) calls “lifetime skills,” such as collaboration, teamwork, leadership, problem solving and service (Principal Leadership, 2016). Whether it is arts, music, robotics, sports or gaming, all have the potential to develop these vital qualities in our young people. The New York State Department of Education’s “NYS Portrait of a Graduate” affirms this, outlining qualities all public high school graduates should possess, including being global citizens, effective communicators, and culturally competent individuals. Clubs and activities play an important role in giving all students the
experiences they need to acquire these skills.
s chools need support to continue to provide no and low-cost program options.
To deliver a wide variety of high quality extracurricular programs, school districts need to leverage local community partners such as libraries, museums, colleges, and nonprofit organizations. These partnerships can broaden students’ exposure to areas of potential interest, complementing programs offered by school-based staff. Certified teachers, teacher assistants, school counselors and other staff are an integral part of the extracurricular landscape, working alongside community-based organizations’ staff to provide students with the best of both worlds. A true partnership between school districts and community organizations rests on leveraging the strengths of both.
In order to ensure all students have access to high quality enrichment opportunities, we need to close the opportunity gap, as many of these experiences come at a cost. Public schools in all communities should provide the funds to ensure that all students have
the opportunity to participate in a variety of clubs, sports, music, arts and other activities. Schools need support to be able to continue to provide no and low-cost program options. According to a report by the Wallace Foundation, “... families with means to pay for services and programs (care, arts, sports and clubs) simply agree that it is a good idea for children and youth to be cared for, form positive relationships, learn something new, have fun, prepare for their future and spark interests.” For many less-resourced families, if these opportunities are not provided in schools, their children cannot access them. Schools continue to need more support from the state and the federal government for these programs to continue. We need funding allocations and access to grants that support programming for all children, but particularly those in less affluent communities. State and federal agencies need to continue to provide children with more than a mere adequate education, but one that sets them up for long-term success. Let’s work together to create a future where all children have opportunities to learn, grow and thrive.
Monique Darrisaw-Akil is superintendent of the Uniondale School District.
A life celebrated for my brother, Kevin
My brother Kevin recently passed away. Death is a reality each family must confront. There’s no denying death’s heartbreaking impact on family and friends. But it’s important we take the opportunity to celebrate the life of the family member and friend we lost. My experiences with death growing up were as a Catholic altar boy assisting at funeral masses. The priest wore black vestments. The music and hymns were beyond somber. “Dies Irae,” an essential prayer at the Requiem Mass, was a Latin term depicting Judgment Day as the “Day of Wrath.” From my recollection, the funeral service was far from uplifting.
All that would change during the reforms emanating from the Vatican Council of the early and mid-1960’s, symbolized by the Requiem Mass, now called a “Celebration of Life,” were white priests’ vestments being substituted for black and “Dies Irae” being discarded.
Kevin, whose death followed almost
itwo years of suffering from a debilitating, rare form of blood cancer, did have his life celebrated by family and friends. Kevin was my younger brother but, as he always reminded me, a better athlete. A mediocre student in high school, he emerged at St. John’s University, graduating with honors and going on to enjoy an extremely successful career working for an industrial parts company with national and international operations, allowing Kevin to comfortably retire at a much younger age than I did.
Kevin was similar to our father ... never resentful or jealous of anyone.
Most important, Kevin was dedicated to his family — his wife JoAnne with whom he celebrated a 50th wedding anniversary last summer; his children Tara and Kevin; and his grandchildren K.J., Sienna and Camryn.
Kevin was also a Mets fan who not only had season tickets but also would attend Mets spring training games at Port St. Lucie, Florida.
Kevin was similar to our father being intensely loyal and never resentful or jealous of anyone. So long as his family was doing well and was healthy, that was more than enough for him. Also emulating our father, Kevin never once complained or bemoaned his fate during more than 18 months of devastating ill-
ness, which he knew was bound to be terminal. He would speak to me matterof-factly: “I might not make it this time, but you never know,” before telling me “K.J. went 4-4 the other night and threw out a guy trying to steal” or “Sienna is really getting good at soccer.” Our conversations always ended upbeat. Kevin was particularly thankful to our sister Barbara, a retired nurse, who was supporting and advocating for him continually throughout his illness.
In the last conversation I had with Kevin just six days before he died, he reminded me of a Mets dinner we attended in 2016 when Mets first baseman Lucas Duda and Islanders great Bobby Nystrom were at our table. Days later, Kevin was brought from Plainview Hospital, where he had received such outstanding care, to his home in Seaford, where he passed away peacefully.
Kevin’s wake at Schmitt Funeral Home was indeed a celebration. Family members, including cousins we hadn’t seen in a while, were there. So too were local officials, including County Executive Bruce Blakeman, Chairman Joe Cairo and congressmen Nick LaLota and Tom Suozzi, labor leader Anthony Simon and All-American Notre Dame
quarterback Terry Hanratty. Though Kevin was not a member of either of their parishes, Monsignor Steve Camp from St. Patrick in Huntington and Fr. Joe Fitzgerald from St. William in Seaford came by to offer their uplifting celebratory condolences. Then there were the neighbors and people he worked with over the years sharing their memories of Kevin’s thoughtfulness and loyalty. Most moving was the outstanding, heartfelt speech given by his son Kevin.
The Celebration of Life Mass at Maria Regina Church the next morning was indeed a fitting finale to Kevin’s life, as were the patriotic musical renditions by the Nassau Police Pipe Band before and after the Mass and the dignified carrying of his flag-draped coffin by members of the NYPD Ceremonial Unit, which had been formed by our father more than a half-century ago. The final sendoff was a moving Honor Guard ceremony, which included the playing of taps by the 11th New York Regiment United States VolunteersAmerica at St. Charles Cemetery.
In true Irish tradition, our celebration of Kevin’s life continued through the afternoon at Paddy’s Loft Pub! Kevin R.I.P.
Peter King is a former congressman, and a former chair of the House Committee on Homeland Security. Comments? pking@ liherald.com.
The Rich Must Tread Lightly in Politics
f you are familiar with the musical “Fiddler on the Roof,” you know the song “If I Were A Rich Man.?”
In that song ,Tevye, the patriarch of the family, dreams of all of the trappings that come with being rich . There is no doubt that there are many benefits to being affluent and most rich people can conquer many of life’s challenges. In my thinking, there is one exception, where the rich can’t always buy their way and that’s in the field of politics. There are so many examples of cases where the very rich try their luck in the political world and get burned by the experience. The most obvious is the current case of Elon Musk, said to be the wealthiest person in the world. Musk made his first foray into the political minefield when he decided to spend tons of personal wealth to help re-elect President Trump.
The real numbers are elusive but it is estimated that he invested at least
T$250 million in the 2024 national election. Most of the funds went to the Trump campaign but a sizeable amount went to various races around the country, including a judicial contest in Wisconsin. The race for the top court post didn’t work out so well as Musk’s candidate took a beating in a race where the incumbent used the Musk name as a successful weapon.
Undeterred by his Wisconsin loss, Musk plunged into the Washington battlefield by becoming the head of the Department of Governmental Efficiency (D.O.G.E.) To a businessman used to having his way all the time, taking a government position aimed at creating efficiencies in government sounded like a dream job. Being able to cut waste and fraud sounds like becoming a Superman in the nation’s capitol.
dealerships ablaze is enough to give any rich man a super migraine headache. Having many of his visions dashed by the GOP Congress, Musk is now back in Texas.
here are countless others who had unlimited funds and backers who flamed out.
Another example of a rich man getting burned in the political world is Michael Bloomberg. Bloomberg’s political career started out with great long-term promise. Having brilliantly run his own company, he chose to run for the job of Mayor of New York City. The voters were anxious to have a Bloomberg take over the city and he succeeded in having three effective terms in office. Buoyed by his highly acclaimed tenure as mayor, Bloomberg decided to dip his toe into national waters and run for president.
to participate in a national candidates debate. Unprepared for such an event, he was ambushed on national television by Senator Elizabeth Warren (D-MA). In a short 24 hours, his candidacy ended.
There are countless others who had unlimited funds and backers who flamed out when they pushed their fame and fortune a little too hard. Kelly Loeffler, who now chairs the Trump S.B.A., was an interim U.S. Senator for two years. Her wealthy family backed in her run for a six-year term, but Democrat Jon Ossoff upset her efforts. David Purdue, another wealthy Georgia resident who had strong corporate credentials, lost his re-election run to Democrat Rev. Raphael Warnock.
A short time ago Musk announced he was returning to the private sector to take care of his many businesses. By all counts, Musk has lost at least $100 billion in wealth, including a 51 percent loss in the value of the Tesla Company. That was bad enough, but to have people burning Tesla cars and setting Tesla
With a budget of at least $1 billion, the Bloomberg presidential effort got off to a brilliant start. He assembled great political minds on his staff and created a model political campaign. From personal observations, his operation was smooth, well-planned and highly professional. Many prominent business figures offered their backing and all was well until the mayor chose
There are dozens more stories of politicians whose money couldn’t buy short or long-term political happiness. And there are quite a few successful rich people serving at all levels of government. But there is a caveat for all rich men and women. If you think money alone will get you to the top in politics you are deluding yourself.
Jerry Kremer was a state assemblyman for 23 years, and chaired the Assembly’s Ways and Means Committee for 12 years. Comments about this column? jkremer@ liherald.com.
Suburban America, and Long Island, has always been defined by its picket white fences, apple pie, and of course emeraldgreen lawns, perfectly mowed in house after house. But this idyllic dream hides a growing ecological nightmare; these lawns are an environmentally disastrous drain on Long Island’s water supply, habitat and wildlife, and even the pocketbooks of regular homeowners.
This is why we need to begin embracing sustainable landscaping, before it’s too late.
At its core, sustainable landscaping revolves around harmonizing green spaces with native flora, a practice that inherently supports local wildlife. By opting for plants naturally adapted to the region’s climate and soil, homeowners create havens for birds and other animals. These native species not only provide crucial habitats but also bolster biodiversity, essential for maintaining resilient ecosystems in an ever-changing world.
Long Island boasts a wide variety of beautiful native grasses, such as Broomsedge and Appalachian sedge or tufted hair grass. Despite this, the most popular grass species on Long Island lawns are tall fescue (from Europe), perennial ryegrass (from Eurasia and North Africa) and Kentucky bluegrass (from Eurasia and North Africa).
Because these species are not native to Long Island and most lawns use only a single grass species, this leaves what are effectively ecological dead zones; the beautiful green lawn reduces biodiversity, which means fewer bugs and birds visit to help pollinate nearby plants and flowers, which chokes out life and nutrition from the soil and eventually, from Long Island itself.
Insects like bees, butterflies and beetles, critical pollinators and prey for larger species, struggle to survive in
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these sterile grass monocultures that offer little food or shelter. Without these insects, birds lose a key food source, especially during nesting season. A mother chickadee, for example, needs thousands of caterpillars to raise a brood. But caterpillars only thrive on native plants. When yards are dominated by turfgrass and exotic ornamentals, the local food web begins to collapse.
This habitat loss ripples up the food chain. Foxes, squirrels, chipmunks, and deer rely on complex plant life for food, cover, and breeding grounds. Traditional lawns fragment the landscape, replacing vital thickets and understory with flat expanses that support little biodiversity. Even suburban predators, such as owls and hawks, struggle when the small mammals they hunt become scarce.
In addition to destroying our environment, this process also weakens the initial goal of having a beautiful lawn by killing the nutrients in the soil, making it harder for the transplanted grass to grow, demanding more water from our aquifers, which are already nearly wrung dry.
Water scarcity concerns are not foreign to Long Island, making sustainable landscaping a pragmatic choice. By selecting drought-resistant plants and employing water-efficient irrigation methods, such as drip systems and rainwater harvesting, residents significantly reduce their reliance on municipal water supplies. This not only conserves a precious resource but also mitigates runoff pollution, ensuring cleaner waterways and healthier aquatic ecosystems.
Traditional lawn care often involves heavy use of chemical fertilizers and pesticides, which can adversely impact soil health and pose risks to human health and wildlife. Since Long Island is after all, an island, we also have to worry about this from the lens of its impact on our Sound. Fertilizer runoff is high in nitrogen, and constant runoff has fueled
Federal money for fire departments
To the Editor:
As a member of the in Nassau and Suffolk counties to apply for the Federal Emergency Management Agency Staffing For Adequate Fire and Emergency Response grant program.
Thank you for serving on the front lines and protecting our communities from fires, emergencies, and natural disasters. As a representative in Congress, I’m committed to supporting our first responders by maximizing the federal resources we bring back from Washington to Long Island to help you do your jobs safely and effectively.
The program aims to help fire departments, including volunteer departments, recruit, retain, and increase the number of trained firefighters available in their community.
My team and I are eager to assist you, and I would be glad to
the Sound’s rising temperature and increasing number of algal blooms in the past two decades.
In contrast, sustainable practices emphasize natural soil amendments like compost and organic matter, fostering nutrient-rich soils that support vigorous plant growth without synthetic inputs. Integrated Pest Management techniques further minimize pesticide use by leveraging natural predators and cultural practices, ensuring pest control without compromising environmental integrity.
The benefits of sustainable landscaping extend beyond aesthetics. Dense, healthy lawns act as effective filters, trapping dust, pollutants, and carbon dioxide while releasing oxygen—a vital contribution to improving local air quality. Moreover, practices such as composting and mulching enrich soil structure, promoting microbial activity and enhancing its ability to sequester carbon—a crucial strategy in combating climate change.
Individually, each sustainable landscape may seem modest in scale, but collectively, they form a formidable force for environmental change across Long Island. As more residents adopt these practices, the cumulative effect reverberates through neighborhoods, parks, and public spaces, fostering a shared commitment to environmental stewardship and resilience.
Transitioning to sustainable landscaping begins with understanding local soil and climate conditions, selecting appropriate native plants, and adopting waterefficient irrigation practices. Regular soil testing and thoughtful plant selection tailored to Long Island’s unique ecosystem are pivotal in creating thriving, low-maintenance landscapes.
We only have one island. Together, we can preserve Long Island as an Edenic paradise where our families can live, grow and play safely and healthily for decades.
New York can’t afford to lose federal scientific funding
Growing up in Babylon, there were endless opportunities to explore. During the summers, while my dad cleaned the fish he caught, I would collect the discarded parts and try to fit them back together — curious to understand how they worked.
Twenty years later, I’m now a doctoral student at the university of Florida, sifting through slices of human brain tissue and still asking the same big questions.
Along the way, I’ve contributed to studies on Parkinson’s disease, Alzheimer’s disease, post-traumatic stress disorder in veterans and, more recently, sports-related concussions. Many of these projects are now threatened by proposed federal funding cuts. These cuts could stall progress on treatments for conditions that affect millions of Americans — and their most devastating effects may fall on our children and grandchildren.
As your neighbor and a product of this community — where I was lucky to take AP biology and psychology classes
— I offer my perspective not to tell you what to think, but to offer a look behind the scenes.
In college, one of my professors received a grant from the National Institutes of Health to study a new treatment for non-suicidal self-injury. As the trial ended, participants were improving. But to be sure the improvement came from the new approach — and not therapy in general — we needed more analysis.
tFresh out of a statistics course, I volunteered to help. under supervision, I led an analysis that showed the treatment had been delivered correctly — and was more effective than existing options. I was hooked.
and sharpen our questions.
Since then, I’ve had both successful and unsuccessful experiments. I used to get frustrated at the slow progress in Alzheimer’s research — until I met a professor who had watched scientists invent the MRI in New York in 1969. That wasn’t long ago, historically speaking. In science, that’s just a blink.
hese cuts could stall progress ... for conditions that affect millions of Americans.
When I feel discouraged, I think about the patients I worked with after college — those who agreed to donate their brains after death to support research on brain chemistry and cognition. They knew the findings wouldn’t help them, but they wanted to help someone else down the line.
“right” and still fail. But failure is often a necessary step toward discovery.
Skeptical questions are not only fair — they’re essential. Is science funding a good investment? Is the process efficient? Are there biases?
As a scientist, I can assure you no one critiques science more rigorously than we do. We debate which ideas get funded, which findings are valid, and what holds up over time. But the public rarely gets to see that process.
The proposed cuts to federal science funding — made by individuals with no experience in research — are unprecedented. Some are calling this moment an “extinction event” for certain fields. Projects I planned to propose may never get off the ground. If this had happened a decade ago, I might never have become a scientist at all.
Later, I designed my own study to test whether people who self-injure have more rigid problem-solving styles. If true, that insight could help improve treatment. When I analyzed the data, my hypothesis was wrong. I was crushed.
But my professor reminded me: Science isn’t about being right or wrong. It’s not about individual ambition. Every so-called “breakthrough” builds on countless other studies — many of them failures — that refine our tools
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In FY24, there is $324 million available through the program. These grants are already appropriated from our tax dollars. But you must apply to get these funds to come to our communities or they will go to other towns and cities across the country. You may find additional information about the program at fema.gov/grants/preparedness/firefighters/safer and access the Notice of Funding Opportunity and fema.gov/sites/ default/files/documents/fema_gpd_safernofo_fy24.pdf.
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Island safer.
LAuRA A. GILLEN Member of Congress
Harvesting summer aid
To the Editor:
Summer is near, and while that means sunshine and beach days, it also means uncertainty for many Long Islanders about where their next meal will come from.
Hunger doesn’t take a vacation, and unfortunately, food insecurity spikes during the summer when school meal programs pause and food donations tend to slow down. That’s why PSEG Long Island has launched our fifth annual Power to Feed Long Island food drive, a civic effort to support our neighbors in need.
Starting June 13 in Massapequa and through the end of September, PSEG will be setting up food collection bins at eight Stop & Shop supermarkets across the Island — one location every other Friday. The list can be found at PsegLiNy.com/ feedLI. We encourage everyone to donate nonperishable food items and personal care essentials, all of which will be distributed through our partners at Island Harvest Food Bank to local pantries, soup kitchens, and food programs throughout Nassau and Suffolk counties.
As a small token of thanks, PSEG Long Island volunteers will be offering
Today, breast cancer is no longer a death sentence. Heart disease is treatable. These breakthroughs were made possible by public investment. In New York alone, federal science funding supports more than 30,000 jobs and returns $8 billion in economic activity on a $3.5 billion investment.
But none of that progress is possible without the trust and support of the public.
And yes — progress in science is slow. Sometimes we do everything
But I am one now. And in the spirit of science, I refuse to let setbacks stop me from trying to make things better. If you feel compelled, I encourage you to contact your elected officials and voice support for continued federal science funding.
Brittany Rohl will receive her Ph.D. in clinical psychology from the University of Florida in August, and then complete a fellowship with the University of Pittsburgh Medical Center’s Sports Medicine Concussion Program.
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free LED light bulbs and reusable shopping bags to donors. Representatives will also be on hand to provide information about energy efficiency and financial assistance programs. Island Harvest staff will share how they are working to combat hunger every day.
In the past four years of Power to Feed events, Long Islanders have donated the equivalent of more than 130,000 meals. So as we get ready to enjoy back-
yard cookouts and Ducks games, let’s remember that there is hunger in every ZIP code on Long Island. Please join us and our partners, Stop & Shop and Island Harvest, as we work to put more meals on more tables this season. Because no one should go hungry in our community.
DAvID LYONS Interim President and COO PSEG Long Island
Climbing the Rope Bridge at the Huckleberry Frolic — East Rockaway
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The Panthers celebrated last Saturday after defeating Carle Place, 6-1, for their second L.I. crown in three years.
Babylon captures Long Island class B title
By TONY BELLISSIMO tbellissimo@liherald.com
With more than two weeks between the end of the regular season and the Suffolk Class B baseball championship series, Babylon coach Mike Birnbaum booked scrimmages with some of the premier programs on Long Island, including county champions Garden City and Connetquot, as well as St. Anthony’s, to keep his team sharp.
All the extra work paid off big time for the Panthers, who swept Pierson for the county title and then defeated Carle Place, 6-1, last Saturday afternoon for the L.I. Class B crown at Farmingdale State College.
“I set up those scrimmages to keep the batters swinging more than anything else,” Birnbaum said. “Baseball is a game of rhythm and momentum. To go 17 days before the Suffolk championship and not face live pitching, we’d go flat.”
The arms haven’t been too shabby, either. Babylon, which captures its second L.I. title in three years, blanked Pierson is both Suffolk finals
games, 6-0 behind Gavin McDonnell in the opener and 4-0 behind Jake Ostertag in the clincher.
McDonnell, who tossed a one-hitter against Pierson May 26, got the nod in the LIC and had a three-run cushion before throwing a pitch as the Panthers saw Aidan Kistner and Joe Cavallo drive in runs in the top of the first inning and Gio Rodriguez hustle to score on a head-first slide following an error.
“It’s always easier pitching with a lead,” McDonnell said. “The way these guys play defense behind me, I knew we were in good shape today. It’s all about hard work. We’ve put the reps in every day and this feels amazing.”
McDonnell, who scattered five hits and struck out four, cruised through the first three innings but was in huge trouble in the bottom of the fourth, still leading 3-0, as the Frogs loaded the bases with none out on three straight singles.
Third baseman Brett Coffey made a nifty play to get the first out on a force at home. McDonnell got the second out on a soft pop to John Harkins at short-
stop, and Tobin Gold gathered a slinky grounder to first for the final out.
“That was a big inning for us,” said Harkins, who scored a pair of runs and had seven putouts. “Winning Long Island was one of our goals and now we’re looking to win states for the first time since 2007.”
The Panthers (20-3) padded their lead in the fifth on RBIs from Kistner (3-for-4, three runs, two RBIs) and Ostertag.
Kinster and James Rugolo were both lost from the pitching staff after undergoing Tommy John Surgery, but others have picked up the slack.
“It’s a next-man up mentality,” Birnbaum said. “Those are two key guys we had out of the rotation. To come this far is a testament to the boys and how they’ve grinded all year.”
Carle Place scored its lone run in the sixth on a Colin Driscoll grounder. Babylon got the run back in the top of the seventh on an RBI single by Cavallo, who homered in the second game of the Suffolk finals.
The Panthers, who head to Binghamton next weekend for the state Fi- nal Four, had been waiting months to dump some water on their coach and did so during the postgame celebration.
“Earlier in the year the kids wanted me to do the Ice Bucket Challenge,” Birnbaum said. “I told them ‘let’s wait until June.’”
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Gavin McDonnell pitched a complete-game gem for Babylon
