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Beginning this school year, all public and charter schools in New York — including 129 on Long Island — will be required to enforce an inschool ban on student use of cell phones. A new state law aimed at reducing distractions in schools, called the “Distraction-Free Schools” law, mandates a “bell-to-bell” restriction on internet-enabled devices throughout the school day, including noninstructional times such as lunch, recess and study halls. School districts were required to submit their compliance plans by Aug. 1, which had to outline enforcement procedures, device storage methods, allowable exemptions and systems for parent communication. To support implementation, the state has allocated $13.5 million — about $10 per student — to help schools purchase secure storage solutions such as locking pouches or lockers, according to Gov. Kathy Hochul. “From parents and teachers to social justice and law enforcement leaders, New Yorkers agree that our young people succeed when they’re learning and growing — not clicking and scroll-

ing,” Hochul said in January when announcing the proposal. “This comprehensive plan ensures that New York’s standard for distraction-free learning delivers the best results for our kids and educators.” More than 60% of New York voters support “bell-to-bell” smartphone restrictions in K-12 schools, according to an April poll by Siena College. A 2024 Pew Research Center report found that nearly three-quarters of high school teachers and one-third of middle school teachers nationwide consider phone use to be a major classroom distraction. The New York State United Teachers union has been a strong advocate for the ban. Natalie McKay, a NYSUT board director, said full-day restrictions are more effective than limiting phones only during class time. “Right now, we are saying it’s a priority for us to protect the mental health of our students for seven hours a day,” NYSUT President Melinda Person said when the legislation passed earlier this year. “During that time, they’re going to be distraction-free — not exposed to gaming, social media, or other things that take them away from the reason they’re at school, which is to learn.” CONTINUED ON PAGE 14

Paul Cannella, a resident of Babylon Village for 50 years, says volunteering to help his community is not easy. It takes a lot of time and a lot of work. But it’s worth it. “It comes from the heart, not the pocket,” said Canella. And he should know, he is a member of numerous organizations. Now the selection committee for t h e N a t h a n i e l Paul Cannella Conklin Award for volunteerism has chosen to recognize his dedication by naming him the 2025 recipient of the award. A dedicated and passionate member of the Babylon Lions Club for over 22 years, Cannella has consistently exemplified leadership, service, and community spirit within the Babylon chapter, said the committee. He has served as Club President and played a vital role in numerous community initiatives and fundraising efforts. A three-time recipient of the prestigious Man of The Year

Award, he is known for his commitment and ability to bring people together in service of a greater cause. He has chaired the Sandy Relief Fund and Wine and Beer Expo fundraisers. He is the driving force behind many of the Babylon Lions Club’s Pool Party fundraisers, Pancake Breakfasts and the annual cookouts. Cannella is also actively involved with the Babylon Rotary Club, Babylon Beautification Society and the Nathaniel Conklin House. He has been a member of the Lindenhurst Moose Lodge for the last 25 years and been named Man of the Year twice. He is also a member of the West Islip VFW for 25 years and the American Legion for 28 years. Cannella and his wife, Theresa, have been married for 55 years and they have two sons: Paul and his wife, Sibyl, and Christopher and his wife, Rosetta. They also have three grandchildren: Giancarlo, Sofia and Chloe. Cannella will be honored by the committee at a private ceremony in September.

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Lindenhurst’s AJ Palladino dives into national spotlight By CHRISTIE LEIGH BABIRAD cbabirad@liherald.com

At 12 years old, AJ Palladino of Lindenhurst is already making waves in the national diving scene. He recently placed second in the 3-meter springboard event at the USA Diving Nationals in Mission Viejo, California. “The USA Nationals are like the Super Bowl of diving,” said AJ’s father, Artie Palladino. “Some of the other national events have crossover with the top kids, but with USA Nationals, all the top divers are there.” The competition marked the final meet of AJ’s season — and that gave him opportunity to reflect on his progress and hard work. “It was really fun and I loved the pool there,” AJ said. “It was really nice; I got to catch up with all my friends and I definitely made a lot of improvement, so it’s cool that I can see my scores improve by a lot from last year.” AJ also swept first place in all three events — the 1-meter springboard, 3-meter springboard and platform — at the AAU (Amateur Athletic Union) Nationals. At the YMCA Nationals in Orlando, Florida, he repeated the feat and was named Male Diver of the Meet for earning the highest point margin over his competitors. At the RWB Nationals in North Carolina, AJ secured first place on the 1-meter springboard. On the international stage, AJ traveled to Croatia for the Rijeka International competition, where he placed second on platform. His parents say the experience contributed to his growth both as an athlete and as a person. “He just continues to excel and grow at a rapid pace,” said his mother, Rachel Palladino. Artie noted that AJ has become a “more well-rounded diver,” with noticeable gains in his dive execution and flexibility. Travel has become an integral part of AJ’s diving journey, with a trip to Venice as well as Croatia. Rachel said these opportunities have opened doors the family never imagined. “Though exhausting, it’s really exciting,” she said. “We feel really blessed to have these opportunities, and AJ is so motivated to do everything that he possibly can in the diving community.” AJ said one of his favorite parts of travel is getting to dive in new facilities and spend time training in different pools before competitions. He also enjoys meeting new competitors and was especially excited to recently compete for the first time on the 10-meter platform. AJ trains under several coaches, including Tom Cornelia, Johan Lopez and George Taylor III. Taylor, who has worked with AJ for about three years at Long Island Divers, praised the young athlete’s commitment and passion. “He’s an easy athlete to coach because he loves to compete and he loves to practice,” said Taylor. “He loves what he’s doing and even helps the younger divers.” Taylor said AJ has exceeded expecta-

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AJ Palladino, who was recognized for his achievements by the Lindenhurst Village board this month, stands with Trustees Patrick Pichichero and Maryann Weckerle, his parents, Artie and Rachel Palladino, Trustee Doug Madlon and Deputy Mayor RJ Renna. tions. “It’s incredible,” he said. “He has great form and takes it serious — he’ll go far with that.” In addition to his athletic ability, AJ’s humility and sportsmanship have stood out, Rachel said. “As well as he performs, one of the best things is that we have had so many people coming up to us and saying things like ‘your son motivated my son through this whole meet,’” she said. Rachel added that AJ often stays after his events to cheer for other divers. “I’ll have a coach come up to me and say that AJ’s improvement and his ability is phenomenal, and on top of that, he’s the nicest kid he has ever met,” she said. “Or I’ll have someone say that AJ should win the best ‘character of the meet award’ because he’s the kindest, most supportive kid out there.” “As a mother, you feel very proud to see your son physically doing so well, achieving these goals and doing what he loves, but this means the most to me,” she said. AJ is currently in the off-season but continues to train. He recently attended a diving clinic in West Virginia and will enter the seventh grade this fall at Lindenhurst Middle School. “We’re just trying to support him and we’re enjoying the journey with him,” Rachel said. “It’s really wonderful to watch him succeed and to enjoy what he’s doing.” To support AJ in his pursuit of becoming Youth Athlete of the Year, votes can be cast daily at athleteoftheyear. org/2025/Arthur-e90d. He can also be followed on TikTok @ AJdives.

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Suffolk County police are investigating two separate incidents that occurred Fri., Aug. 16 in West Babylon and Wyandanch. Police gave these accounts. At approximately 11:17 p.m., officers responded to a report of a shooting outside a party on 11th Street in West Babylon. A 17-year-old boy was found with multiple gunshot wounds and was transported to a local hospital with serious injuries. Detectives believe the victim was targeted. Anyone with information is asked to contact the First Squad at 631-854-8152 or anonymously through Crime Stoppers at 800-220-TIPS. Earlier that day, around 3 p.m., an

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8-year-old boy, Darrin Benion of Mastic, was riding his bicycle northbound on Brook Avenue near Spruce Street in Wyandanch when he veered into the roadway and was struck by a 2016 Honda CR-V, police said. The vehicle was driven by Myaysia Lloyd, 25, of Wyandanch. The boy was taken to Good Samaritan Hospital Medical Center in West Islip with serious injuries. Lloyd was uninjured and was issued a summons for operating a vehicle with only a learner’s permit. The vehicle was impounded for a safety check. Detectives are asking anyone with information about the crash to call the First Squad at 631-854-8152.

CRIME WATCH The following incidents have been reported by the Suffolk County Police Department and other law enforcement and emergency service units. PETIT LARCENY West Islip: Someone walked into the CVS Pharmacy on Montauk Highway shortly before 2 p.m., Aug 8 and left with approximately $20 worth of pens without paying for the items. Lindenhurst: A wallet was stolen from a locker at LAFitness, 455 Park Avenue. The report was filed with police at 7:30 p.m., Aug. 14. West Babylon: Someone stole a wallet containing credit cards and personal identification information from inside a vehicle that was parked in the Stop & Shop supermarket parking lot at 365 Rte. 109. The victim reported the incident to police at 9:30 a.m., Aug. 14. Copiague: Suffolk police arrested Jaclyn Marino, 37, of 47 Wellington Pl., Amityville charging her with Petit Larceny. Police said she stole merchandise from Target on Sunrise Highway Aug. 11. GRAND LARCENY Wyandanch: A person or persons went into a dry-cleaning business at 111 Alder Street Aug. 13 and stole a shirt press machine. That case is under police investigation. East Farmingdale: A pocketbook was stolen from a woman shopping at Walmart on Aug. 12. A short time later several purchas-

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es were made with the victim’s credit card. West Babylon: A 2009 Honda Accord was stolen from the driveway of a home on Mathews Avenue Aug. 11. The report was filed with police at 8:30 a.m., that day and the owner told police that he had possession of the car keys. Wyandanch: A handgun and an assortment of jewelry was reported missing by an individual who said they disappeared as he/she was moving into a new home. Police are investigating. BURGLARY Deer Park. An under-the-counter safe was stolen from a Chinese restaurant at 19 Bay Shore Road Aug. 13. The incident was reported at 10:41 p.m. and police are investigating. West Babylon: Smashing a front window, an unidentified person entered Canine Club House Dog Hotel at 90 Calvert Avenue and stole cash from a tip jar there. That incident was reported Aug. 12 shortly before 1 a.m. DRIVER FLEES SCENE Babylon: An operator of a vehicle riding on Totten Place near East Main Street Aug. 14 at approximately noon, struck a 2015 Honda sedan and left the scene without exchanging information with the Honda’s owner. Police are asking that anyone who may have witnessed the incident to call them at 631-852-COPS (2677). CONTINUED ON PAGE 6

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AOH Division 2 helping to support St. Joseph’s food pantry On the weekend of August 2–3, AOH Division 2 showed its commitment to Christian charity by partnering with St. Joseph’s RC Church—just steps from the Irish Cultural Center—to support their vital food pantry. Brothers attended each Mass, handing out brown paper bags labeled with a list of much-needed pantry items. Parishioners were encouraged to fill the bags and return them the following week to help local families facing

food insecurity. This outreach was led by President, Jim McGrath and Brothers Ron Rice, Jim Davis, Tim Kerr, George Schmitt and Frank Collins, and Division Vice President Chris Bradley. The AOH Division 2 is at 27 Locust Ave., Babylon. For more information on the AOH and membership, email JamesJKillen#yahoo.com

Meet some local scholars... The following students were recently recognized for academic achievements and graduation at their respective colleges: •The following students studied abroad this summer through SUNY Oneonta: Samira Ahmed of Deer Park; Annabella Daniele of West Islip and Gabriella Abbatiello of West Islip. •Matthew Civitella of Deer Park was recently named to the Dean’s List at Delaware Valley University. •Matthew Williams of Wheatley Heights was recently named to the Dean’s List at Wilkes University. •The following students were recently named to the Dean’s List at the University of Tampa: Kylie Beil of Lindenhurst, majoring in Criminology and Criminal Justice BS; Alexandra Channing of Babylon, majoring in Educa-

tion-Elementary (K-6) BS; Paige Clark of West Islip, majoring in EducationElementary (K-6) BS; Isabella Colon of Deer Park, majoring in Finance BS; Anthony Comparato of West Babylon, majoring in Public Health BS; Rachel Crumlich of West Islip, majoring in Communication and Speech Studies BA; Kayla DiPietro of West Islip, majoring in Allied Health BS; Gianni Gallagher of West Babylon, majoring in Human Performance BS; Haylie Kelly of Lindenhurst, majoring in International Business and Management BS; Melina Parissi of Wheatley Heights, majoring in Psychology BA; Casey Rogers of West Babylon, majoring in Finance BS; Benjamin Rosenberg of North Babylon, majoring in Finance BS; Sydney Walters of Wyandanch, majoring in Film and Media Arts BFA.

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dizaballoais, 35, of 532 Empire, Ave., West Babylon; Tyrone Grandison, 62, of 1689 Pone Acres Blvd., Bay Shore; Alexander Diaz Coreas, 51, of 93 Princeton St., Hempstead. Petit Larceny: Elijah Whittaker, 39, of 215 E. 102 St., New York, New York; Jennifer Donarummo, 45, of 127 Hawthorne Ave., Central Islip. Criminal Possession of a Weapon/Loaded Firearm: Evan Klein, 21, of 118 Stethem Dr., Centereach. Burglary: David Bassett, 54, of 196 Beachview St., Copiague.

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

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TRESPASSING West Islip: Someone opened a gate and went into the back yard of a home on Bellmore Street Aug. 12 at approximately 4 a.m. Once there, they broke the lock on a shed but were apparently unsuccessful in taking items from within, the police report noted. OTHER ARRESTS Driving While Intoxicated/Impaired: Wilian Clavel Quintanilla, 40, of 933 9th St., West Babylon; Xavier Duranespinal, 35, of 375 46 St., Copiague; Michael Marrone, 24, of 2596 Ocean Ave., Seaford; Mileny Men-

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Theatre program members and staff before their performance of ‘Once Upon A Mixed up Time.’

Babylon’s summer rec program breaks records By CHRISTIE LEIGH BABIRAD cbabirad@liherald.com

With offerings that range from basketball and tennis to theatre and arts and crafts — and even chess — the Village of Babylon Summer Recreation Program continues to thrive: This year it drew a record 573 registrants. “I think we’ve also had one of the best staffing years,” said Frank Seibert, program director and village deputy mayor and trustee. “They’re all doing a great job.” The program, which has been running for more than two decades, takes place from June 30 through Aug. 1 and requires approximately four months of planning. This year introduced a new addition: a Chess Club. “I like seeing the kids have fun playing chess; that’s what makes me smile,” said Timothy Higgins, director of the Chess Club. Higgins said his grandfather, whom he affectionately calls “Pop Pops,” taught him how to play when he was in first grade. “It’s a cool club because it’s a real game of chess, instead of playing online,” said club member Michael Wisneski. Madeline Murphy, director of the art program, said she enjoys coming up with craft ideas for the kids in her group. “I’m a big crafty, artsy person, and finding arts and crafts for these kids to do has been really fun,” said Murphy, adding that she spent hours searching Pinterest for inspiration. One of the most popular programs, according to Seibert, is the theatre program, which continues

to grow each year. This summer’s performance was titled “Once Upon a Mixed Up Time,” a play featuring classic fairytales with a twist. “I love that we’re doing older fairytales this year and seeing the children get to know the ones that they’re not familiar with,” said Theatre Director Alison Higgins, who is the sister of the Chess Club Director. “Alison is doing a great job,” Seibert said. The gymnastics program also continues to see high participation. Director Theresa Henry, a recent graduate of Babylon Junior-Senior High School, began volunteering in the program in seventh grade. She also competed in varsity gymnastics throughout high school. “I love being able to give back now to the gymnastics program,” Henry said. Due to growing demand, Seibert said the gymnastics program was split into two separate groups and sessions this summer. Tennis participation is also on the rise, Seibert added. And in the basketball program, Director Andrew Ortiz said his favorite part is watching the kids return each day with excitement and improve their skills. The Village of Babylon’s summer recreation programs are free for village residents. For more information on activities and next year’s offerings, visit villageofbabylonny.gov or call 631-669-1500.

Participants in the gymnastics program.

Above: Gymnastics Program Director Theresa Henry with coaches Megan Kuntz, Colleen Cavaliere, Reina Whitehall, Savannah Pepe, Hailey DePietto, Olivia Stuart and Eliana Romero.

Right: Tennis program coaches: Emmett Boxer, Noah Norinder, Lucas Norinder, Nancy DeBiccari and Shayna JuimoKamga.

How are you getting ready to go back to school?

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By Christie Leigh Babirad

Regina Lospinuso

Christopher Lospinuso, 20

West Islip First Grade Teacher at Marion G. Vedder Elementary in North Babylon

West Islip Junior at St. Joseph’s University

Majoring in psychology and planning to minor in English I’m taking a class on John Milton in the first semester so I’m going to read “Paradise Lost” right now.

I’m getting ready by reflecting on the past year and developing strategies and routines to engage, enrich and support the new students that are coming in September.

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Timothy Higgins, 15

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I’m buying clothes and new shoes. I want to look good for the first day of school, and I’ll get my supplies. My backpack is good for another year.

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I’m practicing basketball and thinking of trying out for the team. Christie Leigh Babirad/Herald

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Prices, stalled growth fuel housing crisis

State pushes pro-development programs as Long Island towns weigh costs and community impacts By AINSLEY MARTINEZ, CHARLES SHAW & ALYSSA R. GRIFFIN of Herald Community Newspapers

Third in a series about housing on Long Island. Long Island’s housing crisis is more than bricks and mortar — it’s a battleground where zoning, politics and community identity collide. At its root, the issue is a chronic lack of supply, Richard Murdocco, a land use columnist and lecturer at Stony Brook University, says. “Our housing supply has always been inadequate,” Murdocco said. “The pandemic only amplified the problem.” Murdocco said that zoning laws, while often criticized, generally serve a purpose by preventing overbuilding and protecting the environment, including Long Island’s sole-source aquifer. Still, he noted that some restrictions could be updated to allow for more diverse housing types, adding, “Planning is about the balance of economic and social development.” Many Long Island communities rely heavily on single-family zoning, which limits options for renters and first-time homebuyers. Murdocco pointed to examples like allowing accessory dwelling units and legalizing safe basement apartments as steps that could help ease the affordability problem without contributing to overdevelopment. Vision Long Island, a Northportbased nonprofit, promotes Smart Growth planning by working with residents and local leaders to revitalize downtowns, encourage mixed-use development and build transit-oriented housing. Its director, Erik Alexander, said these efforts have produced more than 18,000 units near public transit in 45 communities over two decades, with over 60 downtowns completing visioning or master plans. “The balance comes from the planning — not from us imposing our will,” Alexander noted. “When regional authorities do that, it backfires.” He pointed to Matinecock Court in East Northport — a 146-unit affordable housing project proposed in the 1970s but delayed for decades by lawsuits, opposition and zoning hurdles — as emblematic of Long Island’s housing struggles. Construction finally began in 2021, and as it nears completion, advocates see it both as a symbol of resistance to affordable housing and a hardwon step forward. Alexander said the barriers extend beyond zoning or community opposition to include economics and funding. “Affordability is largely a function of subsidy,” he said, “and Long Island doesn’t get its fair share.” Alexander noted that although Long Island accounts for 15 percent of New

York’s population and contributes over 2 percent in taxes, it receives only about 3 percent of the state’s affordable housing funds. “People want walkable downtowns, community, affordability, safety,” he said. “We can have all of that, but it has to come from within.” Vision Long Island also collaborates with the Long Island Housing Partnership, the region’s oldest affordable housing organization. Since 1988, President Peter Elkowitz has led its mission to preserve affordability while respecting Long Island’s suburban character. Their efforts focus on accessory dwelling units, targeted zoning reforms, and large-scale redevelopment designed to fit into existing communities. Long Island’s complex governance — two counties, 13 townships and 95 villages — adds hurdles, with overlapping approvals from school districts, health departments, and sewer authorities slowing progress, Elkowitz said. “We are inundated with different levels of government that also have overlapping responsibilities,” he said. Programs like down payment assistance, offered through county and town governments, remain key to making homeownership more accessible. Accessory dwelling units, also known as ADUs — small units within or beside singlefamily homes — are also growing in popularity, helping homeowners offset taxes and support multigenerational living, the Long Island Housing Partnership’s executive vice president, James Britz, said. “You’re renovating a single-family home, you’re not creating density in those cases,” Britz said. ADUs have been implemented in several Suffolk towns, including Huntington, Southold, Brookhaven, and soon Riverhead and Islip, while new developments are incorporating them from the start. A Bellport project will add 32 single-family homes with ADUs, and in Bay Shore, a multi-phase revitalization replaced blighted blocks with 118 new homes, sparking further investment and transforming the neighborhood. Advocates stress that there’s no onesize-fits-all solution, but sharing successes, prioritizing quality design and engaging communities early can build support, Elkowitz said. “If you do it right and you include the community, and you include something aesthetically pleasing and creative, the community usually gets behind you,” he said.

State efforts to provide affordable housing have faced backlash on L.I. To address the state’s housing shortage, Gov. Kathy Hochul proposed the New York Housing Compact, which aimed to build 800,000 homes over the

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Then Hempstead Supervisor Don Clavin, center right, joined by other Long Island officials in 2023, opposed Gov. Kathy Hochul’s Housing Compact. next decade. The plan, proposed for the 2024 fiscal year Executive Budget, included statewide zoning mandates requiring suburban towns to allow higher-density development near transit. The initiative was intended to address New York’s housing shortage: 1.2 million jobs had been added over the previous decade, but only 400,000 homes had been built. In that time, rents had risen 60 percent, and home prices 50 to 80 percent. According to the governor’s office, restrictive zoning, red tape and lengthy approvals had made building new housing more difficult. “The New York Housing Compact is a comprehensive plan to spur the changes needed to create more housing, meet rising demand, and make our state a more equitable, stable, and affordable place to live,” Hochul stated in a news release. The initiative faced strong opposition throughout the state, with over 200 elected officials in both parties voicing their opposition, according to Alexander. “It was completely out of touch — designed to help New York City developers build more cheaply out here,” he said. Long Island elected officials argued that the compact would strip local control over zoning. In March 2023, a month before the 2024 state budget deadline, local leaders — including former Town of Hempstead Supervisor Don Clavin — gathered at the Capitol in Albany, promoting a petition signed by more than 20,000 residents against the initiative. “Removing the ability for local municipalities to oversee their housing development is wrong,” Clavin said, “and that’s why we brought a collective voice from all over New York state to Albany.” State Sen. Steve Rhoads called the housing plan “reckless and irresponsi-

ble,” saying residents should have a say in their communities. “Allow those of us who actually know Long Island, the streets of Syracuse or Buffalo, to determine what we are going to do with respect to our own jurisdictions and housing,” Rhoads said. According to reports, Hochul’s housing compact was pulled from the 2024 state budget after receiving little legislative support, but the state has made progress in expanding affordable housing. In February, the State Senate advanced a package of affordable housing bills aimed at helping homeowners and renters, including a home savings program for first-time buyers, free counseling and legal services through the Homeownership Protection Program, and a two-year look-back for senior and disability rent increase exemptions. The bills are currently awaiting action in the Assembly.

Pro-Housing Community Program sees strong support in Suffolk, but not Nassau After the Housing Compact plan collapsed, Hochul signed Executive Order 30 in July 2023, creating the Pro-Housing Communities program, which provides up to $650 million annually to communities that commit to modestly increasing housing supply. To date, over 340 communities have been certified. “There’s only one solution to New York’s housing affordability crisis: we’ve got to build more housing,” Hochul said in a statement. “The ProHousing Communities initiative is delivering the incentives communities are looking for, and this latest round of grant funding will make a real difference in every region of New York.” Downstate municipalities can earn ConTInueD on neXT paGe

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Suffolk leads nassau in Pro-Housing certifications, with about 58 percent of communities participating versus 13 percent, signaling broader regional acceptance in Suffolk. tion Initiative grant. In 2019, the state selected the township to receive a $10 million Downtown Revitalization Initiative award for Baldwin. Its assets — including the Long Island Rail Road, strategic downtown investments, and infrastructure improvements — positioned it as an ideal candidate with a head start on the process. “Currently, two housing projects contained within the DRI are underway in Baldwin, with another two projects in the planning phase, and another transit-

oriented development is approaching completion in West Hempstead,” Brian Devine, the Town of Hempstead’s director of communications, said. The town’s efforts to address affordable housing didn’t start with Baldwin. The Archstone Westbury project, which opened in 2006 at Meadowbrook Crossing, provided 396 units. According to Devine, it was the first Long Island project with an affordable housing component, with 20 percent of units designated as affordable and 10 percent specifically for residents ages 62 and older.

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Except for the Village of Farmingdale, the Town of Oyster Bay is also not part of the Pro-Housing Community program. Public Information Officer Brian Nevin said that such programs come with strings attached, pressuring municipalities to meet “unrealistic growth quotas” that could strain infrastructure, schools and public safety while raising taxes for current homeowners. “The Town of Oyster Bay has consistently opposed Albany’s one-size-fits-all housing mandates,” Nevin said in an emailed statement, “which fail to recognize the unique character and alreadydeveloped nature of our suburban communities like ours.” Nevin added that the town is committed to development that balances growth with preserving suburban quality of life. Nearly 500 residential units are underway in Hicksville, including mixed-use and transit-oriented projects. The town, he said, is encouraging the state to remove “unrealistic mandates” and return to the original Downtown Revitalization Initiative, which has proven successful in Hicksville, Westbury and other nearby communities. “Our priority is to promote affordable and attainable housing options in a way that protects taxpayers and maintains the character of our neighborhoods,” Nevin said, “without ceding local control to Albany bureaucrats.”

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Pro-Housing Community certification by showing 1 percent housing growth in the past year or 3 percent over the past three years, or by committing to future development through a Pro-Housing Resolution. Localities must earn Pro-Housing Communities certification to access key discretionary funding programs, which includes the Downtown Revitalization Initiative, the NY Forward program, the Long Island Investment Fund, and the Public Transportation Modernization Enhancement Program. Suffolk leads Nassau in Pro-Housing certifications and letters of intent, reflecting a regional shift toward broader policy acceptance. A Herald analysis, which accounts for land mass and acreage, shows that about 58 percent of Suffolk communities are certified or have submitted a letter of intent, compared to roughly 13 percent in Nassau. Although several municipalities in the Town of Hempstead — such as Valley Stream and Freeport — are certified as Pro-Housing Communities, the town itself is not and has no plans to seek certification. The Village of Hempstead, however, recently earned certification, as development began on two buildings by Conifer-LeChase Construction with 258 affordable units, plus a 96-unit apartment complex on Bedell Street, half reserved for veterans, making it eligible for a $10 million Downtown Revitaliza-

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Schools, parents and students will face new ban on cell phones

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While the law sets a statewide standard, local districts have flexibility in how they enforce it. Some are opting for cultural shifts over high-tech tools. In some elementary schools, students may keep silenced phones in backpacks or lockers. Others require middle school students to store phones in the main office, accessible only when necessary. Exemptions are allowed for students with medical needs, Individualized Education Programs, translation services or caregiving responsibilities. Emergency use is also permitted. The law includes provisions to prevent disproportionate discipline and requires community engagement and public access to district policies. With policies now in place across Long Island, the next challenge is helping students — especially those in middle and high school — adjust to life without their smartphones. According to the National Institutes of Health, children spend an average of five to seven hours a day on screens, a habit linked to negative social, emotional and academic outcomes. Educators and mental health professionals say removing phones from schools may help, though it could lead to short-term challenges. “It will be interesting to see how the cell phone ban will be implemented,” said Fumi Otomo, president of the Babylon Parent Teachers Student Association, when that district finalized its policy. “I am confident that the district is working on a plan to

ensure that cell phones will be kept secure, and parents will be able to reach out to their children in the event of an emergency.” Otomo, who has two high school-age children, added, “In the end, we all want our kids to be prepared for life socially and emotionally, and the hope is that this will help achieve that.” “For many students, this is going to be a difficult transition,” said Reynolds Hawkins, a retired social worker who spent 24 years in the Amityville School District. “But that’s where good parenting comes in.” Hawkins encouraged families to talk with children about the purpose behind the new rules, especially the social effects of excessive screen time. “Today, if a fight breaks out in school, students are more likely to pull out their phones and record it than alert a teacher or intervene,” Hawkins said. “That’s a significant and harmful shift in behavior, and the new rules could help reverse that.” He also urged parents to reinforce expectations at home and highlight the benefits of the policy — including increased classroom focus, more reading and more face-to-face interaction. “This change is likely to help students develop more socially acceptable behaviors,” he said. To review all district policies, go to ny. gov/phonefree

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STEPPING OUT

The longtime festival returns with another lively tribute to the ‘World’s Greatest Entertainer’ By Iris Wiener

ecause Al Jolson is forever embraced by many as “The World’s Greatest Entertainer,” celebrating him every year has become an unmissable tradition. The Al Jolson Society is ready with the 26th edition of its annual festival, on Sept. 6, when guests will enjoy an exciting day of music, memorabilia and laughs. Jolson once said: “A responsive audience is the best encouragement an actor can have.” It was immediately clear to audiences that there was an incredible amount to which they would want to respond. The star of the ﬁrst talking picture, 1927’s “The Jazz Singer,” Jolson was an eponymous performer famous for his work in vaudeville and musical theater. In fact, there’s a street named after him on Broadway outside of the Winter Garden Theatre, where he sold out nine vaudeville musical revues. This is why Jan Hernstat, the International Al Jolson Society president and founder, feels it’s important to remember his stamp on entertainment as we now know it. “I always tell people that he was the ﬁrst superstar before that phrase was coined,” says Hernstat. “He was an international star at a • Sept. 6, 10 a.m.- 4 p.m. • Information and tickets time when there was no available at Jolson.org or real media to promote call Jan Hernstat at what he did. There (516) 678-3524. wasn’t radio and TV. For • Lambrou’s Catering Hall, 4073 Austin Blvd., Island Park somebody to be as big as he was worldwide. At a time when there was nothing to promote yourself, it really talks about your talent. You think of him and the guys who followed him, and there are so few people in the same category. Frank Sinatra. The Beatles. Bing Crosby. Elvis Presley. “This is why I’m celebrating his talent, his singing and his voice. He was an incredible star. I think it’s important for us to remember who he was and what he did.” The word “celebration” is an understatement when considering the many experiences planned for festival guests. One of the highlights is the auction of Jolson items. “We have a lot of good stuff up for auction that we haven’t had in the past,” Hernstat says. “People donated collections that go back 60 or 70 years. If someone comes as a collector, they would really enjoy it!” The schedule includes a number of unique performances and a luncheon buffet. Eddie Cantor’s grandson, Brian Gari, will be on hand to share stories and greet lucky attendees. Ed Greenbaum will once again be sharing his audio rarities. This year’s festival is serving up unique comedy with new acts from some old favorites. Noah Diamond demonstrates the iconic humor of Groucho Marx with

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Tony B gives a rousing rendition of the Jolson standards, an annual festival performance not to be missed.

a re-creation of a radio program the comedian did with Jolson. The unforgettable Bob Greenberg and Jonathan Smith (who have previously graced the stage as Laurel & Hardy) change gears this year and take on Abbott & Costello (expect to hear a rendition of “Who’s On First?”). Jeff Greenberg is returning with his delightful comedy. Plus, for the first time, guests will enjoy Jack West’s comedic stylings as he takes on the great Jack Benny. No Al Jolson Festival is complete without the main event, the musical stylings of Tony Babino. Known as “The Heart of Al Jolson,” Babino performs an entire concert tribute to Jolson, including hits “My Mammy” and “Swanee.” “He gets better every year,” says Hernstat of Babino. “One of the main reasons that we can continue to do things like this is because we have a Courtesy Jan Hernstat guy like Tony who is so talented and Al Jolson in a scene from his fi lm “The Singing Kid” sounds so much like Jolson. It’s a joy. in 1936. It was his final lead role in a musical film. Nobody else does what he does like he does it.” A part of what makes the full-day festival so special is that enthusiasts from all over come together to reflect on their shared passion. Hernstat says guests will be traveling from Philadelphia, New Jersey and even Kansas City to be in a room of likeminded individuals who appreciate Jolson’s magic. “Where can you go nowadays to see the old-time entertainers recreated?” asks Hernstat, as he considers the unique programming planned for the day. “[For us Long Islanders] it’s right in our backyard.” Hernstat hopes that through the work of the Al Jolson Society, members will be able to continue to reach out to Jolson fans who will help keep his legacy alive. “It’s harder and harder to find those people out there who are true Jolson fans. We’re not looking to convert anyone to become a Jolson fan; we just want to find the ones out there who are and let them know that they have this outlet for their enjoyment.”

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The festival “gang” includes, from left, Jeff Greenberg, Richard Halpern, Al Jolson Society President Jan Hernstat, vocalist Tony Babino, and Bob Greenberg.

Experience Beatlemania again when 1964 The Tribute brings the early 1960s Fab Four back to life. Hailed by Rolling Stone as “the best Beatles tribute on earth,” the band channels the pre-Sgt. Pepper era with uncanny authenticity — from period instruments and vintage suits to spot-on vocals and playful onstage banter. This meticulous re-creation captures the energy and joy of The Beatles’ early live performances, offering a rare chance to feel what it was like when Beatlemania swept the globe.“1964” captures the quintessential moment in history, when The Beatles actually played before a live audience. For those that never saw The Beatles live and always wanted to know what it must have been like, this may be as close as anyone could possibly get — to feel the magic.

Friday, Aug. 28, 8 p.m. $82, $66.25, $54.75, $44.25, $31.25. The Paramount, 370 New York Ave., Huntington. Tickets available at ticketmaster.com or paramountny.com.

Brave Strangers Get ready to rock when Brave Strangers hits the stage with the music of Bob Seger. Founded by the passionate and talented Tony Paulino, this powerhouse 14-piece group delivers an authentic concert experience that captures the ﬁre, soul, and storytelling that made Seger a rock legend. From “Night Moves” to “Turn the Page” to “Old Time Rock & Roll,” Brave Strangers takes audiences on a high-energy ride through the songs that deﬁned a generation — and continue to win new fans today. With a three-piece female chorus line known as the Segerettes, the Runaway Train horn section, and a blistering eight-piece core band, their sound is as big and bold as the Motor City itself. If you’ve seen Seger live, you know the thrill. If you haven’t, this is the next best thing.

Friday, Sept. 5, 7:30 p.m. Jeanne Rimsky Theater at Landmark on Main Street, 232 Main St., Port Washington. Tickets available at landmarkonmainstreet.org.

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Vanderbilt Museum welcomes everyone to enjoy the ehibition of outdoor sculpture at the historic summer estate of William Kissam Vanderbilt II. Klemperer’s sculptures. a haunting assemblage of animal forms that span imaginary, endangered, familiar, and exotic species, celebrate natural history and the nonhuman world through evocative interactions with the surrounding environment. Using materials salvaged from scrapyards, she composes ecological narratives that respond to the history and collections of Suffolk County’s first public park and museum. Her brilliant use of gestural lines captures the spectator’s attention and invites museumgoers to reflect on the relationship between an interest in animal life and the incessant push of human industry. Visitors are encourage to picnic on the grounds. • Where: 180 Little Neck Road, Centerport • Time: 10 a.m.-5 p.m. • Contact: vanderbiltmuseum. org or call (631) 854-5579

Summer sounds

Lovesong is back at the Salt Shack. Enjoy a summer night of music at the beach. • Where: 100 Cedar Beach Way, Babylon • Time: 7-11 p.m. • Contact: (631) 422-7222

In concert

Enjoy pop, rock and country with The Eddie Trap, as part of the Lindenhurst Summer Concert Series. • Where: Village Square Park, corner of N. Wellwood Ave. and East Hoffman Ave. • Time: 7:30-10 p.m. • Contact: (631) 957-7500

AUG Home School Art Classes

The Color Palette Art Studio offers engaging and creative home school art classes, held every Wednesday and Friday. Designed specifically for homeschoolers, these sessions provide a fun and supportive space for children to explore their artistic talents. All art supplies are included for just $20 per child, per class. Reserve your spot. • Where: 51 W. Hoffman Ave., Lindenhurst • Time: 11:30 a.m. • Contact: (631) 671-9960

With a career spanning decades masterful raconteur’s prolific work producing iconic music and composing for film and television makes him a natural storyteller. Join Mollin as he discusses his new book, “Unplugged,” and performs at Long Island Music and Entertainment Hall of Fame. Free with admission. • Where: 97 Main St., Stony Brook • Time: 3 p.m. • Contact: limusichalloffame. org/museum or (631) 689-5888

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Maren Morris brings “The Dreamsicle Tour” to the Paramount stage with special guest Jade LeMac. Morris has broken boundaries, smashed records and affirmed herself as a dynamic vocalist, prolific songwriter and showstopping performer on her own terms. Among numerous accolades, she has garnered a Grammy, five ACM Awards, five CMA Awards, and three Billboard Music Awards. She has earned dozens of multi platinum and gold certifications worldwide and tallied billions of streams. Her catalog encompasses a trio of acclaimed albums, namely Hero (2016), Girl (2019), and Humble Quest (2022). Speaking to her versatility, she’s the rare force of nature equally suited to collaborating with Zedd on the 6x-platinum “The Middle” or duetting with everyone from Taylor Swift, Stevie Nicks and Sheryl Crow to Teddy Swims, Hozier, and Jessie Murph. Morris has sold out tours on multiple continents. Along the way, she also co-founded The Highwomen with Brandi Carlile, Natalie Hemby, and Amanda Shires. In September 2023, Maren shared The Bridge, an EP featuring “The Tree” and “Get the Hell Out of Here,” and followed with a cover • Where: The Paramount, 370 of Billy Idol’s classic track “Dancing With Myself” in February 2024. She entered a bold new New York Ave., Huntington era with the release of her Intermission EP in August, which features “Cut!” and the MUNA- • Time: 7:30 p.m. produced and playful single “Push Me Over.” Maren promises to be unapologetically herself • Contact: ticketmaster.com — and it shows in this music and in what is next to come. $114.25, $92, $71.75, $65.25. or paramountny.com

Movie matinee

Stop by Babylon Public Library for a showing of “The Penguin Lessons.” This film is inspired by the true story of a disillusioned Englishman who went to work in a school in Argentina in 1976. Expecting an easy ride, Tom, played by Steve Coogan, discovers a divided nation and a class of unteachable students. However, after he rescues a penguin from an oil-slicked beach, his life is turned upside-down. Registration is not required. • Where: 24 S. Carll Ave., Babylon • Time: 2-4 p.m. • Contact: babylonlibrary.org or call (631) 669-1624

Summertime tunes

The Village of Babylon Summer Concert Series continues with JC Keys Band, performing songs from Billy Joel, Elton John and Barry Manilow. • Where: Village of Babylon Gazebo, 244 W. Main St., Babylon • Time: 8 p.m. • Contact: (631) 669-1500

Shakespeare in the Courtyard

The Carriage House Players perform “Coriolanus,” in the Vanderbilt Mansion’s beautiful Spanish Revival

Courtyard. Enjoy theater under the stars. $20, $15, seniors and children under 12. • Where: Suffolk County Vanderbilt Museum, 180 Little Neck Road, Centerport • Time: 8 p.m., also Sunday and Wednesday, through Sept. 7 • Contact: vanderbiltmuseum.org or call (631) 854-5579

Farmers Market AUG Check out the

Lindenhurst Farmers Market every Saturday, through November. Purchase fresh and local produce, delicious baked goods, honey, and more. There’s something for the whole family with a Kids Corner full of games, treats and live music from talented local musicians.

• Where: 116 N. Wellwood Ave. • Time: Saturdays, 10 a.m.-2 p.m. • Contact: crazychickinc@gmail. com

Worldwide Music On The Porch Day

Amityville once again takes part in Music on the Porch Day, a worldwide day of music played on individual porches. • Where: Amityville • Time: All day • Contact: (631) 691-1909

Farmers Market

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Farmers Market is open every Sunday into October. Three farms bring in fresh produce, plenty of goodies, delicious breads, natural and wholesome foods and much more. • Where: Babylon Village Gazebo, 244 W. Main St., Babylon • Time: 8 a.m.-noon • Contact: (631) 669-1500 or longislandfarmersmkts@gmail.com

Storybook Stroll

Bring the kids to Old Westbury Gardens for the next storybook adventure. Stroll the gardens and enjoy a telling of Allison Sweet Grant’s “Leif and the Fall.” With a take-home craft. 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: 10:30-11:30 a.m. • Contact: oldwestburygardens. org or call (516) 333-0048

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Musical delights

Visit Old Westbury Gardens and check out the Café in the Woods while you’re there. Grab a light lunch and settle in for an afternoon of classic rock, pop hits, and a splash of ’60s soul. Central Beat brings the groove to Café in the Woods. It’s the perfect Sunday soundtrack! • Where: 71 Old Westbury Road, Old Westbury • Time: 1-4 p.m. • Contact: oldwestburygardens. org or call (516) 333-0048

Poolside tunes

Graceland’s Gate performs at the Village of Babylon pool. • Where: Gilbert C. Hanse Pool, 640 Fire Island Ave., Babylon • Time: 3-6 p.m. • Contact: (631) 669-1500

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Legal Notice . Notice is hereby given that a license, serial #NA-0340-25124768 for beer, wine & liquor has been applied for by the undersigned to sell beer, wine & liquor at retail in a restaurant under the ABC Law at 928 Straight Path, Babylon, NY 11704 f o r o n - p re m i s e s consumption; Fue Go Restaurant Inc. 25-453. 8/21, 28 REFEREE'S NOTICE OF SALE IN FORECLOSURE SUPREME COURT - COUNTY OF SUFFOLK THE BANK OF NEW YOR K M E L LON FKA THE BANK OF NEW YORK, AS TRUSTEE FOR THE CERTIFICATEHOLDERS CWALT, INC. ALTERNATIVE LOAN TRUST 2006J 4 , MORTG AG E PASS-THROUGH CERTIFICATES, SERIES 2006-J4, Plaintiff - against - WILLIAM ESTRADA, et al Defendant(s). Pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered on May 6, 2024. 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 September, 2025 at 10:00 AM. All that certain plot, piece or parcel of

land, situate, lying and being at North Amityville, in the Town of Babylon, County of Suffolk and State of New York. Premises known as 8 Russell Court, Copiague, NY 11726. (District: 0100, Section: 202.00, Block: 01.00, Lot: 024.000) Approximate amount of lien $626,157.30 plus interest and costs. Premises will be sold subject to provisions of filed judgment and terms of sale. Index No. 601247/2023. Richard Lavorata, Jr., Esq., Referee. McCalla Raymer Leibert Pierce, LLC Attorney(s) for Plaintiff 420 Lexington Avenue, Suite 840 New York, NY 10170 Tel. 347/286-7409 For sale information, please visit Auction. com at www.Auction. com or call (800) 2802832 Dated: June 24, 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. 25-417. 8/7, 14, 21, 28 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 CERTIFICATEHOLDRS OF CWALT, INC., ALTERNATIVE LOAN TRUST 2006-31CB, MORTGAGE PASSTHROUGH CERTIFICATES, SERIES 2006-31CB, Plaintiff against - PAUL BARIL A/K/A ROLAND PAUL BARIL, et al Defendant(s). Pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered on June 6, 2025. 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 September, 2025 at 9:30 AM. All that certain plot, piece or parcel of land with the buildings and improvements thereon erected, situate, lying and being in Amityville, Town of Babylon, County of Suffolk and State of New York. Premises known as 32 Irving Road, Amityville, NY 11702. (District: 0100, Section: 182.00, Block: 01.00, Lot: 161.000) Approximate amount of lien $750,097.52 plus interest and costs. Premises will be sold subject to provisions of filed judgment and terms of sale. In d e x No. 600017/2024. Richard Lavorata, Jr., Esq., Referee. McCalla Raymer Leibert Pierce, LLC Attorney(s) for Plaintiff 420 Lexington Avenue, Suite 840 New York, NY 10170 Tel. 347/286-7409 For sale information, please visit Auction. com at www.Auction. com or call (800) 2802832 Dated: June 23, 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 dis-

tancing (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. 25-418. 8/7, 14, 21, 28 SUPREME COURT OF THE STATE OF NEW YORK COUNTY OF SUFFOLK DEUTSCHE BANK NATIONAL TRUST COMPANY AS TRUSTEE FOR SOUNDVIEW HOME LOAN TRUST 2005-4, ASSET-BACKED CERTIFICATES, SERIES 2005-4, -againstJOSEPH MATURO, AS HEIR AT LAW TO THE ESTATE OF ALMA M. ARCIA, 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 29, 2025, wherein DEUTSCHE BANK NATIONAL TRUST COMPANY AS TRUSTEE FOR SOUNDVIEW HOME LOAN TRUST 2005-4, ASSET-BACKED CERTIFICATES, SERIES 2005-4 is the Plaintiff and JOSEPH MATURO, AS HEIR AT LAW TO THE ESTATE OF ALMA M. ARCIA, 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 September

9, 2025 at 9:00AM, the premises known as 92 TREMONT ROAD, LINDENHURST, NY 11757 and the following tax map identification 0100-154.0001.00-066.000. ALL THAT CERTAIN PLOT, PIECE OR PARCEL OF LAND SITUATE LYING AND BEING IN THE TOWN OF BABYLON, COUNT Y OF SUFFOLK AND STATE OF NEW YORK Premises will be sold subject to provisions of filed Judgment Index No.: 066988/2014; 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. 25-421. 8/7, 14, 21, 28 SUPREME COURT OF THE STATE OF NEW YORK COUNTY OF SUFFOLK R E V E R S E MORTGAGE SOLUTIONS, INC. -againstD E N I S E HA L L , AS HEIR AND DISTRIBUTEE OF THE ESTATE OF MINNIE HALL, ET AL. NOTICE OF SALE NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN pursuant to a Final Judgment of Foreclosure entered in the Office of the Clerk of the County of Suffolk on January 14, 2025, wherein REVERSE

MORTGAGE SOLUTIONS, INC., is the Plaintiff and DE N I SE HA L L , AS HEIR AND DISTRIBUTEE OF THE ESTATE OF M I N N I E HA L L , E T A L . , are t h e Defendants. I, t he u nd e rs i g ne d Referee, will sell at public auction at the BABYLON TOWN HALL, 200 EAST SUNRISE HIGHWAY, NORTH L I N DE N H U R ST, NY 11757, on September 16, 2025 at 2:00PM, the pre m i s e s k n ow n as 124 SOUTH 3 0 T H S T R E E T, W YA N D A N C H , NY 11798; tax map identification 0100-053.0002.00-058.001, and description: ALL THAT CERTAIN PLOT, PIECE OR PARCEL O F L A N D, SITUATE, LYING AND BEING I N T H E T OW N OF BABYLON, COUNTY OF SUFFOLK, STATE OF NEW YORK . . . Premises will be sold subject to provisions of filed Judgment Index No.: 619716/2016; Scott H. Siller, Esq., 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. *LO CATION OF SALE SUBJECT TO CHANGE DAY OF IN ACCORDANCE W I T H C O U RT / C L E R K DIRECTIVES. 25-431 8/14, 21, 28, 9/4

NOTICE OF SALE SUPREME COURT COUNTY OF SUFFOLK, U.S. BANK TRUST NATIONAL A S S O C IAT I O N AS TRUSTEE OF DWELLING SERIES IV TRUST, PLAINTIFF, VS. RONNIE MCCOY, ET AL., DEFENDANT(S). Pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale duly entered on June 13, 2025, I, the undersigned Referee will sell at public auction at the Babylon Town Hall, 200 East Sunrise Highway, North Lindenhurst, NY 11757 on September 25, 2025 at 2:00 p.m., premises known as 1123 Carlls Straight Path, Huntington Station a/k/a Dix Hills, NY 11746. All that certain plot, piece or parcel of land, with the buildings and improvements thereon erected, situate, lying and being in the Town of Huntington, County of Suffolk and State of New York, District 0400, Section 282.00, Block 01.00 and Lot 065.000. Approximate amount of judgment is $585,620.54 plus interest and costs. Premises will be sold subject to provisions of filed Judgment Index #614886/2024. Thomas G. Teresky, Esq., Referee Friedman Vartolo LLP, 85 Broad Street, Suite 501, New York, New York 10004, Attorneys for Plaintiff. Firm File No.: 201158-15 25-441. 8/21, 28, 9/4, 11

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NOTICE OF SALE SUPREME COURT SUFFOLK COUNTY US BANK TRUST NATIONAL ASSOCIATION, NOT IN ITS INDIVIDUAL CAPACIT Y BUT SOLELY AS OWNER TRUSTEE FOR VRMTG ASSET TRUST, Plaintiff against L AW R E N C E WOMACK A/K/A L AW R E N C E H . WOMACK, et al Defendant(s) Attorney for Plaintiff(s) Knuckles & Manfro, LLP, 120 White Plains Road, Suite 215, Tarrytown, NY 10591. Pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered December 17, 2024, I will sell at public auction to the highest bidder at Babylon Townhall, 200 East Sunrise Highway, Lindenhurst, NY 11757 on September 24, 2025 at 2:30 PM. Premises known as 252 Locust Avenue, Babylon, NY 11702. District 0102 Sec 008.00 Block 03.00 Lot 030.000. All that certain plot, piece or parcel of land, situate, lying and being in the Village and Town of Babylon, County of Suffolk and State of New York. Approximate Amount of Judgment is $509,962.08 plus interest, fees, and costs. Premises will be sold subject to provisions of filed Judgment Index No 619962/2023. Cash will not be accepted at the sale.The foreclosure sale will be conducted in accordance with 10th Judicial District's Covid-19 Policies and foreclosure auction rules. The Referee shall enforce any rules in place regarding facial coverings and social distancing. Robert T. Fuchs, Esq., Referee File # 3000001648 25-443. 8/21, 28, 9/4, 11

BABYLON HERALD BEACON — August 28, 2025

Notice is hereby given that a license, Application ID: NA0340-25-124839 for liquor, beer, wine, and cider has been applied for by the undersigned to sell liquor, beer, wine, and cider at retail i n a R e s t au r a nt under the Alcoholic Beverage Control Law at 10 Elm Street, Huntington, NY 11743, County of Suffolk, for on premises consumption at J & P Tavern Corp. 25-454. 8/21, 28

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SUPREME COURT OF THE STATE OF NEW YORK COUNTY OF SUFFOLK OCWEN LOAN SERVICING, LLC, -againstREY BENITEZ, 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 24, 2024, wherein O C W E N L OA N SERVICING, LLC is the Plaintiff and REY BENITEZ, 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 September 9, 2025 at 9:00AM, the premises known as 74 MIRAMAR BOULEVARD, LINDENHURST, NY 11757, tax map identification 0100-189.00-01.00101.000, and description: ALL THAT CERTAIN LOT, PIECE OR PARCEL OF LAND SITUATE AND BEING IN THE TOWN OF BABYLON, COUNTY OF SUFFOLK, STATE OF NEW YORK . . . Premises will be sold subject to provisions of filed Judgment Index No.: 613891/2016; Anthony M. Parlatore, 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 W I T H C O U RT / CLERK DIRECTIVES. 25-422 8/7, 14, 21, 28

Notice of formation of Bayside Books, LLC Articles of Organization filed with the Secretary of St at e of Ne w York ( S SN Y ) on 06/10/2025 O f f i c e l o c at i o n , County of Suffolk. SSNY has been designated as agent of the LLC upon whom process against it may be served. SSNY shall mail a process served to: Bayside Books, LLC 54 State Street. Ste 804 #14625 Albany, NY 12207 Purpose: any lawful act. 25-414. 8/7, 14, 21, 28 9/. 4, 11 NOTICE OF SALE SUPREME COURT COUNTY OF SUFFOLK U.S. BANK NATIONAL ASSOCIATION, AS TRUSTEE FOR THE STRUCTURED ASSET SECURITIES C OR P OR AT ION MORTGAGE LOAN TRUST, 2006-NC1, Plaintiff AGAINST M E L C H I O R SANSONE, ET AL., Defendant(s) Pursuant to a Judgment of Fore cl o s u re an d Sale duly entered October 24, 2023, I, the undersigned Referee will sell at public auction at the Babylon Town Hall, 200 East Sunrise Highway, Lindenhurst, NY 11757 on September 12, 2025 at 10:30 AM, premises known as 779 Peconic Avenue, Nor t h B aby lon, NY 11703. All that certain plot piece or parcel of land, with the buildings and improvements e re c te d, s itu ate, ly i ng an d b e i ng i n t h e To w n o f Babylon, County of Suffolk and State of New York, Section:

140.00, Block: 04.00, Lot: 071.001. Approximate amount of judgment $1,125,237.30 plus interest and costs. Premises will be sold subject to provisions of filed Judgment Index #015312/2009. Erin M. McTiernan, Esq., Referee Gross Polowy, LLC 1775 We h r l e D r i v e Williamsville, N Y 14221 00-147435 86602 25-434. 8/14, 21, 28, 9/4 Notice of formation of XTENDED CARE A N D S U P P O RT LLC Articles of Organization filed with the Secretary of St at e of Ne w York ( S SN Y ) on 03/27/2025 O f f i c e l o c at i o n , County of Suffolk. SSNY has been designated as agent of the LLC upon whom process against it may be served. SSNY shall mail a process served to: 23 Arlington Ave, Wy a n d a n c h , N Y 11798, USA Purpose: any lawful act. 25-438. 8/14, 21, 28, 9/4, 11, 18 NOTICE OF SALE SUPREME COURT COUNTY OF Suffolk, Wilmington Savings Fund Society, FSB, Not In Its Individual Capacity But Solely In Its Capacity As Owner Trustee For Onity Loan Acquisition Trust 2024-HB2, Plaintiff, vs. Suffolk County Public Administrator, As Administrator Of The Estate Of Flora Calloway, ET AL., Defendant(s). Pursuant to a Default Judgment, Amend the Caption, and Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale duly entered on November 8, 2024, I, the undersigned Ref-

eree will sell at public auction at the Babylon Town Hall, 200 East Sunrise Highway, North Lindenhurst, NY 11757 on September 23, 2025 at 1:30 p.m., premises known as 122 Schleigel Boulevard, Amityville, NY 11701. All that certain plot, piece or parcel of land, with the buildings and improvements thereon erected, situate, lying and being in the Town of Babylon, County of Suffolk and State of New York, District 0100, Section 173.00, Block 02.00 and Lot 002.000. Approximate amount of judgment is $794,085.41 plus interest and costs. Premises will be sold subject to provisions of filed Judgment Index #068394/2014. L aToya RobertaAngela James, Esq., Referee Greenspoon Marder, 1345 Avenue of the Americas, Suite 2200, New York, NY 10105, Attorneys for Plaintiff 25-442. 8/21, 28, 9/4, 11 "Notice is hereby given that a license, number “Pending” for beer and cider has been applied for by the undersigned to sell beer and cider at retail in a restaurant type of establishment under the Alcoholic Beverage Control L a w a t 8 0 W. Montauk Highway, Lindenhurst, NY 11757 for on premise consumption." Four Kids Deli Inc. d/b/a Brothers Deli" 25-452. 8/21, 8/28 NOTICE OF SALE SUPREME COURT OF THE STATE OF NEW YORK: COUNTY OF SUFFOLK. JY BORGENTHAL L.P., Pltf v. RITCHIE WEI HUANG; et al., Defts. Index No. 622049/2024 pursuant to judgment of

foreclosure and sale dated July 9, 2025, entered on July 15, 2025 in the Suffolk County Clerk’s Office. I will sell at public auction at the steps of the Town Hall of Babylon at 200 Sunrise Hwy, Lindenhurst, NY 11757, on September 25, 2025, at 9:30 a.m., prem. k/a, 213 Tell Avenue, Deer Park, New York 11720, Section 93, Block 1, Lot 21. Approx. amt of judgment is $424,820.56, plus costs and interest. Sold subject to terms and conditions of filed judgment and terms of sale. Frank Maffei, Esq., as Referee. Jacobowitz Newman Tversky LLP, Attys. for Plaintiff JY BORGENTHAL L.P., 377 Pearsall Ave., Ste C, Cedarhurst, NY. 25-461. 8/28, 9/4, 11, 18 "Notice is hereby given that a license, number “Pending” for beer and cider has been applied for by the undersigned to sell b eer and cider at retail in a restaurant type of establishment under the Alcoholic Beverage Control L a w a t 8 0 W. Montauk Highway, Lindenhurst, NY 11757 for on premise consumption." Four Kids Deli Inc. d/b/a Brothers Deli" 25-456. 8/28, 9/4 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 October 1, 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 Tromb erg, Morris & Partners, PLLC 39 Broadway, Suite 1250 New York, NY 10006 25-000480 86570 25-459. 8/28, 9/4, 11, 18 NOTICE OF SALE SUPREME COURT COUNTY OF SUFFOLK The Bank of New York Mellon fka The Bank of New York as Trustee for the certificate holders of the CWABS, Inc., AssetBacked Certificates, Series 2005-AB5, Plaintiff AGAINST Nelly Gonzalez; Roberto Gonzalez; et al., Defendant(s) Pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale duly entered February 13, 2025, I, the undersigned Referee, will sell at public auction at the Babylon Town Hall, 200 East Sunrise Highway, Lindenhurst, New York on October 1, 2025, at 9:00AM, premises known as 507 17th St, West Babylon, NY 11704. All that certain plot, piece or parcel of land, situate, lying and being North of Lindenhurst, Town of Babylon, County of Suffolk, State of New York, District 0100 Section 130.00 Block

02.00 Lot 062.000. Approximate amount of judgment $283,823.53 plus interest and costs. Premises will be sold subject to provisions of filed Judgment Index# 615729/2023. Cory Morris, Esq., Referee LOGS Legal Group LLP Attorney(s) for the Pl aintiff 175 Mile Crossing Boulevard Rochester, New York 14624 (877) 430-4792 Dated: August 13, 2025 For sale information, please visit Servicelinkauction. com or call (866) 5394173 86893 25-460. 8/28, 9/4, 11, 18 Notice is hereby given that a license, Application ID: NA0340-25-124725 for liquor, beer, wine, and cider has been applied for by the undersigned to sell liquor, beer, wine, and cider at retail in a Restaurant under the Alcoholic Beverage Control Law at 211 Airport Plaza Blvd, Ste 23, Farmingdale, NY 11735, County of Suffolk, for on premises consumption a t Um b e r t o s o f Farmingdale LLC. 25-462 8/28, 9/4 SUPREME COURT OF THE STATE OF NEW YORK COUNTY OF SUFFOLK HSBC BANK USA, NATIONAL ASSOCIATION AS TRUSTEE FOR NOMURA ASSET ACCEPTANCE CORPORATION, MORTGAGE PASSTHROUGH CERTIFICATES, SERIES 2007-1, -againstCHRISTINE SPENCE, 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 18, 2025, wherein HSBC BANK USA, NATIONAL ASSOCIATION AS TRUSTEE FOR NOMURA ASSET ACCEPTANCE CORPORATION, MORTGAGE PASSTHROUGH CERTIFICATES, SERIES 2007-1 is the Plaintiff and CHRISTINE SPENCE, 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 September 30, 2025 at 1:30PM, premises known as 296 WESTCHESTER AVENUE NORTH A/K/A 296 WESTCHESTER AVENUE, WEST BABYLON, NY 11704; and the following tax map identification: 0100105.00-01.00-033.000. ALL THAT CERTAIN PLOT, PIECE OR PARCEL OF LAND, SITUATE, LYING AND BEING IN THE TOWN OF BABYLON, COUNTY OF SUFFOLK, STATE OF NEW YORK Premises will be sold subject to provisions of filed Judgment Index No.: 613380/2015. Arthur J. Burdette, Esq. - Referee. Robertson, Anschutz, Schneid, Crane & Partners, PLLC, 900 Merchants Concourse, Suite 310, Westbury, New York 11590, Attorneys for Plaintiff. All foreclosure sales will be conducted in accordance with Covid-19 guidelines including, but not limited to, social distancing and mask wearing. *LOCATION OF SALE SUBJECT TO CHANGE DAY OF IN ACCORDANCE W I T H C O U RT / CLERK DIRECTIVES. 25-463. 8/28, 9/4, 11, 18

VACCARO, ROBERT DIPIPPA AS HEIR AND DISTRIBUTEE OF THE ESTATE OF ANTOINETTE VACCARO, SUSAN DIPIPPA BUFFAMANTE AS HEIR AND DISTRIBUTEE OF THE ESTATE OF ANTOINETTE VACCARO, CLAUDIA HARRIS AS HEIR AND DISTRIBUTEE OF THE ESTATE OF ANTOINETTE VACCARO, KAREN HE L D AS H E I R AND DISTRIBUTEE OF THE ESTATE OF ANTOINETTE VACCARO, JOHN DIPIPPA AS HEIR AND DISTRIBUTEE OF THE ESTATE OF ANTOINETTE VACCARO, JOHN DIPIPPA (NEPHEW) AS HEIR AND DISTRIBUTEE OF THE ESTATE OF ANTOINETTE VACCARO, JOSEPH DIPIPPA AS HEIR AND DISTRIBUTEE OF THE ESTATE OF ANTOINETTE VACCARO, GABRIEL DIPIPPA AKA GABRIEL DIPIPPA, JR. AS HEIR AND DISTRIBUTEE OF THE ESTATE OF ANTOINETTE VACCARO, LISA CARUSO AS HEIR AND DISTRIBUTEE OF THE ESTATE OF ANTOINETTE VACCARO, MARIA NOTARE AS HEIR AND DISTRIBUTEE OF THE ESTATE OF ANTOINETTE VACCARO, PATRICK DIPIPPA AS HEIR AND DISTRIBUTEE OF THE ESTATE OF ANTOINETTE VACCARO, JOSEPH DIPIPPA (NEPHEW) AS HEIR AND DISTRIBUTEE OF THE ESTATE OF ANTOINETTE VACCARO, ROCCO DIPIPPA AS HEIR AND DISTRIBUTEE OF THE ESTATE OF ANTOINETTE VACCARO, SANDRA SOLLITTO AS HEIR AND DISTRIBUTEE OF

THE ESTATE OF ANTOINETTE VACCARO, BOARD OF M A NAG E R S OF THE CAMBRIDGE SQUARE CONDOMINIUM, NEW YORK STATE DEPARTMENT OF TAXATION AND FINANCE, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA (EASTERN DISTRICT); “JOHN DOES” and “JANE DOES”, said names being fictitious, parties intended being possible tenants or occupants of premises, and corporations, other entities or persons who claim, or may claim, a lien against the premises, Defendant(s). TO THE ABOVENAMED DEFENDANTS: YOU ARE HEREBY SUM M O N E D t o 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 Attorneys within twenty (20) days after service of this Summons, exclusive of the day of service, where service is made by delivery upon you personally within the State, or within thirty (30) days after completion of service where service is made in any other manner, 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. TO THE ABOVE NAMED DEFENDANTS: The foregoing Summons is served upon you by publication pursuant to an Order of the Hon. Thomas F. Whelan, a Justice of the Supreme Court, Suffolk County, entered July 23, 2025 and filed with the complaint and oth-

er papers in the Suffolk County Clerk’s Office. THE OBJECT OF THE ACTION is to foreclose a mortgage recorded in the Suffolk County Clerk’s Office on November 20, 2024 in Liber M00023622, Page 872, covering premises k/a 43 Cambridge Drive West, Copiague, NY 11726 a/k/a Section 01.00, Block 198.01, Lot 043.000. NOTICE YO U A R E I N DANGER OF LOSING YOUR HOME If you do not respond to this summons and complaint by serving a copy of the answer on the attorney for the mortgage company who filed this foreclosure proceeding against you and filing the answer with the court, a default judgment may be entered and you can lose your home. Speak to an attorney or go to the court where your case is pending for further information on how to answer the summons and protect your property. Sending a payment to your mortgage company will not stop this foreclosure action. YOU MUST RESPOND BY SERVING A COPY OF THE ANSWER ON THE ATTORNEY FOR THE PLAINTIFF (MORTGAGE COMPANY) AND FILING THE ANSWER WITH THE COURT. The following notice is intended only for the defendants who are owners of the premises sought to be foreclosed or who are liable upon the debt for which the mortgage stands as security. YOU ARE HEREBY PUT ON NOTICE THAT WE ARE ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT, AND ANY INFORMATION OB-

TAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE BE AWARE: • that debt collectors, in accordance with the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act, 15 U.S.C. § 1692 et seq., are prohibited from engaging in abusive, deceptive, an unfair debt collection efforts, including, but not limited to: • the use or threat of violence; • the use of obscene or profane language; and • repeated phone calls made with the intent to annoy, abuse, or harass. • If a creditor or debt collector receives a money judgment against you in court, state and federal laws may prevent the following types of income from being taken to pay the debt: •Supplemental security income, (SSI); •Social security; • Public assistance (welfare); • Spousal support, maintenance (alimony) or child support; • Unemployment benefits; • Disability benefits; •Workers’ compensation benefits; • Public or private pensions; • Ve t e r a n s’ benefits; • Federal student loans, federal student grants, and federal work study funds; and • Ninety percent of your wages or salary earned in the last sixty days. TO THE DEFENDANTS: The Plaintiff makes no personal claim against you in this action. TO THE DEFENDANTS: If you have obtained an order of discharge from the Bankruptcy court, which includes this

debt, and you have not reaffirmed your liability for this debt, this law firm is not alleging that you have any personal liability for this debt and does not seek a money judgment against you. Even if a discharge has been obtained, this lawsuit to foreclose the mortgage will continue and we will seek a judgment authorizing the sale of the mortgaged premises. Dated: Sandy J. Stolar, Esq. MARGOLIN, WEINREB & NIERER, LLP Attorneys for Plaintiff 575 Underhill Boulevard, Suite 224, Syosset, New York 11791 516-921-3838 #102463 25-415 8/7, 14, 21, 28 NOTICE OF SALE SUPREME COURT: SUFFOLK COUNTY. SERVIS ONE, INC. DBA BSI FINANCIAL SERVICES, Pltf. vs. LENORA BRYANT, et al, Defts. Index No. 608568/2023. Pursuant to judgment of foreclosure and sale entered May 9, 2025, I will sell at public auction on the front steps of Babylon Town Hall, 200 East Sunrise Highway, No. Lindenhurst, NY on September 11, 2025 at 3:00 p.m. premises k/a 42 North Ronald Drive, North Amityville, NY 11701 a/k/a District 0100, Section 165.00, Block 02.00, Lot 015.000. Approximate amount of judgment is $228,570.68 plus costs and interest. Sold subject to terms and conditions of filed judgment and terms of sale. SCOTT LOCKWOOD, Referee. HILL WALLACK, LLP, Attys. for Pltf., 261 Madison Ave., 9th Fl., Ste. 940-941, New York, NY 10016. File No. 019013-00338 -

#102358 25-419. 8/7, 14, 21, 28 NOTICE OF SALE SUPREME COURT COUNTY OF SUFFOLK NATIONSTAR MORTGAGE LLC, Plaintiff AGAINST MARC DONDERO, JANET KRAUS, ET AL., Defendant(s) Pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale duly entered May 9, 2025, I, the undersigned Referee will sell at public auction at the Babylon Town Hall, 200 East Sunrise Highway, Lindenhurst, NY 11757 on September 4, 2025 at 10:00 AM, premises known as 109 Buena Vista Boulevard, Lindenhurst, NY 11757. All that certain plot piece or parcel of land, with the buildings and improvements erected, situate, lying and being at Copiague, Town of Babylon, County of Suffolk and State of New York, District 100 Section 190 Block 4 Lot 31. Approximate amount of judgment $396,482.24 plus interest and costs. Premises will be sold subject to provisions of filed Judgment Index #600480/2023. William J. Garry, Esq., Referee Gross Polowy, LLC 1775 Wehrle Drive Williamsville, NY 14221 22-003977 86406 25-423. 8/7, 14, 21, 28 NOTICE OF SALE SUPREME COURT COUNTY OF Suffolk, U.S. Bank Trust National Association As Trustee Of BKPL-EG Basket Trust, Plaintiff, vs. Barry Vanderberg, ET AL., Defendant(s). Pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale duly entered on October 4, 2024, I, the undersigned Referee will sell at public auction at the Babylon Town Hall, 200 East Sunrise Highway,

North Lindenhurst, NY 11757 on September 25, 2025 at 2:30 p.m., premises known as 1261 America Avenue, West Babylon, NY 11704. All that certain plot, piece or parcel of land, with the buildings and improvements thereon erected, situate, lying and being in the Town of Babylon, County of Suffolk and State of New York, District 0100, Section 141.00, Block 03.00 and Lot 062.001. Approximate amount of judgment is $366,584.49 plus interest and costs. Premises will be sold subject to provisions of filed Judgment Index #624858/2023. Pamela J. Greene, Esq., Referee Friedman Vartolo LLP, 85 Broad Street, Suite 501, New York, New York 10004, Attorneys for Plaintiff. Firm File No.: 170741-6 25-440. 8/21, 28, 9/4, 11 Legal Notic eThe following account is being auctioned on September 11, 2025 at 10:15 a.m. at Sunrise Storage, LLC at 436 Sunrise H i g h w a y, We s t Babylon, New York 11704. Inspection begins at 10:00 a.m. Property to be auctioned consists of all property and p e rs on a l e f fe c t s c ur rent ly store d at the facility for the following account(s): KEVIN MAST – 436 Sunrise H i g h w a y, We s t Babylon, New York – Unit A2037 FULL BID PRICE WILL BE DUE AND PAYABLE AT THE TIME OF THE SALE AND THE PROPERTY MUST BE REMOVED WITHIN 24 HOURS OF THE SALE. 25-449. 8/21, 28

BABYLON HERALD BEACON — August 28, 2025

SUPREME COURT OF THE STATE OF NEW YORK COUNTY OF SUFFOLK INDEX NO: 601511/2025 D/O/F:01/16/2025 and 01/24/2025 SECOND SUPPLEM E N TA L S U M MONS VACANT PREMISES Premises Address: 43 Cambridge Drive West, Copiague, NY 11726 Plaintiff designates Suffolk County as the place of trial. Venue is based upon the County in which the property is situate. AVAIL 1 LLC Plaintiff, -againstUnknown heirs at law of ANTOINETTE VACCARO, her next of kin, distributees, executors, administrators, trustees, devisees, legatees, assignees, lienors, creditors, and successors in interest, and generally all persons having or claiming, under, by or through said defendant who may be deceased, by purchase, inheritance, lien or otherwise, any right title or interest in and to the premises described in the complaint herein, all of whom and whose names and places of residence are unknown to the plaintiff and cannot after diligent inquiry be ascertained; PATRICK DIPIPPA AS HEIR AND DISTRIBUTEE OF THE ESTATE OF ANTOINETTE VACCARO, DOLORES BEVILACQUA AS HEIR AND DISTRIBUTEE OF THE ESTATE OF ANTOINETTE VACCARO, ANTHONY DIPIPPA, JR. AS HEIR AND DISTRIBUTEE OF THE ESTATE OF ANTOINETTE VACCARO, RICHARD DIPIPPA AS HEIR AND DISTRIBUTEE OF THE ESTATE OF ANTOINETTE

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S U P R E M E COURT OF THE STATE OF NEW YORK INDEX NO.: 631107/2024 COUNTY OF SUFFOLK Plaintiff designates SUFFOLK as the place of trial situs of the real property SUPPLEMENTAL SUMMONS Mortgaged Premises: 213 FREDERICK AVENUE BABYLON, NY 11702 District: 0102, Section: 002.00, Block: 02.00, Lot: 005.002 _________________ _________________ SELENE FINANCE, LP, Plaintiff, vs. TINA MARIE ANTONELLO-PORTEE, AS HEIR AND DISTRIBUTEE OF THE ESTATE OF CRAIG PORTEE A/K/A CRAIG JAMES PORTEE; UNKNOWN HEIRS AND DISTRIBUTEES OF THE ESTATE OF CRAIG P O RT E E A / K / A CR AIG JAMES PORTEE, 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, devisees, legatees, creditors, trustees, committees, lienors and assigns, all of whom and whose names, except as stated, are unknown to plaintiff; VIVINT SOLAR DEVELOPER, LLC B/S/U CORPORATION SERVICE COMPANY AS REGISTERED AGENT; NEW YORK STATE DEPARTMENT OF TAXATION AND FINANCE; UNITED STATES OF AMERICA, "JOHN D OE #1" through "JOHN DOE #12," the last twelve names being fictitious and unknown to plaintiff, the persons or parties intended being the tenants, occupants, persons or corporations, if any, having or claiming an interest in or lien upon the premises, described in the complaint, Defendants. _________________ _________________ To the above named Defendants YOU ARE HEREBY SUMMONED to answer the Complaint in the above entitled action and to serve a copy of your Answer on the plaintiff’s attorney within twenty (20) days of the service of this Summons, exclusive of the day of service, or within thirty (30) days after service of the same is complete where service is made in any manner other than by personal delivery within the State. The United States of America, if designated as a defendant in this action, may answer or appear within sixty (60) days of service. Your failure to appear or to answer will result in a judgment against you by default for the relief demanded in the Complaint. In the

event that a deficiency balance remains from the sale proceeds, a judgment may be entered against you. NOTICE OF NATURE OF ACTION AND RELIEF SOUGHT THE OBJECT of the above caption action is to foreclose a Mortgage to secure the sum of $475,000.00 and interest, recorded on April 30, 2021, in Liber M00023267 at Page 808, of the Public Records of SUFFOLK County, New York., covering premises known as 213 FREDERICK AVENUE, BABYLON, NY 11702. 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 the summons and protect your property. Sending a payment to the mortgage company will not stop the foreclosure action. YOU MUST RESPOND BY SERV-

ING A COPY OF THE ANSWER ON THE ATTORNEY FOR THE PLAINTIFF (MORTGAGE COMPANY) AND FILING THE ANSWER WITH THE COURT. Dated: July 16th, 2025 ROBERTSON, ANSCHUTZ, SCHNEID CRANE & PARTNERS, PLLC Attorney for Plaintiff Matthew Rothstein, Esq. 900 Merchants Concourse, Suite 310 Westbury, NY 11590 516-280-7675 25-432 8/14, 21, 28, 9/4 NOTICE OF SALE SUPREME COURT COUNTY OF SUFFOLK MORTGAGE A S S E T S MANAGEMENT, LLC, Plaintiff A G A I N S T ERNESTINE WA T S O N A S ADMINISTRATRIX AND AS HEIR OF THE ESTATE OF BEULAH WOODS, KEVIN WO ODS AS HEIR TO THE ESTATE OF BEULAH WOODS, ET AL., Defendant(s) Pursuant to a Judgment of Fore cl o su re an d Sale duly entered July 10, 2023, I, t he undersig ne d Referee will sell at public auction at the Babylon Town Hall, 200 East Sunrise Highway, Lindenhurst, NY 11757 on September 11, 2025 at 10:00 AM, premises known as 93 Putnam Avenue, Nor t h B aby lon, NY 11704. All that certain plot piece or parcel of land, with the buildings and improvements e re c te d, s itu ate, lying and being in the Town of Babylon, County of Suffolk and State of New

York, District 0100, Section 082.00, Block 04.00, Lot 046.000. Approximate amount of judgment $583,434.06 plus interest and costs. Premises will be sold subject to provisions of filed Judgment Index #614836/2019. R o b e r t J. C a v a , Esq., Referee Gross Polowy, LLC 1775 We h r l e D r i v e Williamsville, NY 14221 18-002544 86441 25-433 8/14, 21, 28, 9/4 SUPPLEMENTAL SUMMONS SUPREME COURT OF THE STATE OF NEW YORK COUNTY OF SUFFOLK BANK OF NEW YOR K M E L LON TRUST COMPANY, N.A. AS TRUSTEE FOR MORTGAGE ASSETS MANAGEMENT SERIES I TRUST, Plaintiff, -against- KATHLEEN A. SLADKY AKA KATHLEEN A . P OV E R O M O AKA KATHLEEN A. NELSON AS HEIR OF THE ESTATE OF DOROTHY A. NELSON; RONALD J. NELSON JR AKA RONALD J. NELSON II AS HEIR OF THE ESTATE OF DOROTHY A. NELSON; UNKNOWN HEIRS OF THE ESTATE OF DOROTHY A. NELSON, 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, devisees, legatees, creditors, trustees, committees, be included in the following designation, namely: the wife, widow, husband, widower, heirs at law, next of kin, descendants, executors, administrators, devisees, legatees, creditors, trustees, committees, lienors, and assignees of such deceased, any and all persons deriving interest in or lien upon, or title to said real property by, through or under them, or either of them, and their respective wives, widows, husbands, widowers, heirs at law, next of kin, descendants, executors, administrators, devisees, legatees, creditors, trustees, committees, lienors and assigns, all of whom and whose names, except as stated, are unknown to plaintiff; UNITED STATES OF AMERIC A I N T E R NA L REVENUE SERVICE; NEW YORK STATE DEPARTMENT OF TAXATION AND FINANCE; SECRETARY OF HOUSING AND URBAN DEVELOPMENT, and JOHN D OE AND JANE DOE #1 through #7, the last seven (7) names being fictitious and unknown to the Plaintiff, the persons or parties intended being the tenants, occupants, persons or parties, if any, having or claiming an interest in or lien upon the mortgaged

premises described in the Complaint, Defendants. INDEX # 609663/2025 Original filed with Clerk April 10, 2025. Plaintiff Designates Suffolk County as the Place of Trial. The Basis of Venue is that the subject action is situated Suffolk County. Premises: 620 N Broome Avenue Lindenhurst, NY 11757. TO THE AB OVE-NAMED DEFENDANTS: YOU ARE HEREBY SUMMONED to answer the Complaint in this action and to serve a copy of your answer, or, if the Complaint is not served with this Summons, to serve a notice of appearance, on the Plaintiff’s Attorney(s) 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); the United States of America may appear or answer within 60 day of service hereof; 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. This Supplemental Summons and Amended Complain are being filed pursuant to court order granted on July 28, 2025. NOTICE YOU ARE IN DANGER OF LOSING YOUR HOME If you do not respond to this Summons and Complaint by serving a copy of the answer on the attorney for the mortgage company who filed this foreclosure proceeding against you and filing the answer with the court, a default judgment may be entered and you can lose your home. Speak to an attorney or go to the

court where your case is pending for further information on how to answer the summons and protect your property. Sending a payment to your mortgage company will not stop this foreclosure action. YOU MUST RESPOND BY SERVING A COPY OF THE ANSWER ON THE ATTORNEY FOR THE PLAINTIFF BANK OF NEW YOR K M E L LON TRUST COMPANY, N.A. AS TRUSTEE FOR MORTGAGE ASSETS MANAGEMENT SERIES I TRUSTAND FILING THE ANSWER WITH THE COURT. Dated: Uniondale, New York, July 30, 2025. Respectfully submitted, Pincus & Tarab, Attorneys at Law PLLC By: Lili Roarke, Esq., Attorneys for Plaintiff 425 RXR Plaza Uniondale, NY 11556 516-6998902 25-439. 8/14, 21, 28, 9/4 Legal Notice The following account is being auctioned on September 11, 2025 at 10:30 a.m. at Sunrise Storage, LLC at 436 Sunrise H i g h w a y, We s t Babylon, New York 11704. Inspection begins at 10:20 a.m. Property to be auctioned consists of all property and personal effects currently stored at the facility for the following account(s): STEPHEN McMASTER – 436 Sunrise Highway, West Babylon, New York – Unit B3R028 FULL BID PRICE WILL BE DUE AND PAYABLE AT THE TIME OF THE SALE AND THE PROPERTY MUST BE REMOVED WITHIN 24 HOURS OF THE SALE. 25-450. 8/21, 28

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Premises will be sold subject to provisions of filed Judgment Index No.: 606775/2015. Francesco P. Tini, Esq. Referee. Robertson, Anschutz, Schneid, Crane & Partners, PLLC, 900 Merchants Concourse, Suite 310, Westbury, New York 11590, Attorneys for Plaintiff. All foreclosure sales will be conducted in accordance with Covid-19 guidelines including, but not limited to, social distancing and mask wearing. *LOCATION OF SALE SUBJECT TO CHANGE DAY OF IN ACCORDANCE WITH COURT/CLERK DIRECTIVES, 25-444. 8/21, 28, 9/4, 11 SUPREME COURT OF THE STATE OF NEW YORK COUNTY OF SUFFOLK DEUTSCHE BANK NATIONAL TRUST COMPANY AS TRUSTEE FOR INDYMAC INDX MORTGAGE LOAN TRUST 2006FLX1, MORTGAGE PASSTHROUGH CERTIFICATES SERIES 2006-FLX1, -againstPUBLIC ADMINISTRATOR OF SUFFOLK COUNTY, AS ADMINISTRATOR OF THE ESTATE OF HOWARD R. TAYLOR, ET AL. -againstPUBLIC ADMINISTRATOR OF SUFFOLK COUNTY, AS ADMINISTRATOR OF THE ESTATE OF HOWARD R. TAYLOR, 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 August 3, 2023, wherein DEUTSCHE

BANK NATIONAL TRUST COMPANY AS TRUSTEE FOR INDYMAC INDX MORTGAGE LOAN TRUST 2006-FLX1, MORTGAGE PASSTHROUGH CERTIFICATES SERIES 2006FLX1 is the Plaintiff and PUBLIC ADMINISTRATOR OF SUFFOLK COUNTY, AS ADMINISTRATOR OF THE ESTATE OF HOWARD R. TAYLOR, 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 September 18, 2025 at 1:30PM, the premises known as 7 ASH PLACE, W YA N D A N C H , NY 11798; tax map identification 0100055.00-03.00-052.003 and 052.004; and description: ALL THAT CERTAIN PLOT, PIECE OR PARCEL OF LAND, WITH THE BUILDINGS AND IMPROVEMENTS THEREON ERECTED, SITUATE LYING AND BEING IN THE TOWN OF BABYLON, COUNT Y OF SUFFOLK AND STATE OF NEW YORK . . . Premises will be sold subject to provisions of filed Judgment Index No.: 619055/2018; 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. 25-445. 8/21, 28, 9/4, 11 NOTICE OF F OR M AT ION OF LIMITED L IA B I L I T Y COMPANY Notice of formation of Sharma Legacy Capital LLC. Articles of Organization filed with the Secretary of State of New York (SSNY) on August 7, 2025. Office location: Suffolk County, NY. SSNY has been designated a s a g e nt o f t h e LLC upon whom process against it may be served. SSNY shall mail a copy of process to: 12 Sturbridge Drive, Dix Hills, NY 11746. Purpose: Any lawful act or activity. 25-446. 8/21, 28, 9/4, 11, 18, 25 Office of the County Comptroller Of Suffolk County New York SUFFOLK COUNTY NOTICE TO TAXPAYERS The County Comptroller has received the Tax Rolls from the town tax receiver, indicating unpaid taxes therein. Unless such unpaid taxes with interest and accrued penalties are paid on or before August 31, 2025, the property against which said taxes are levied will be advertised for tax sale that is to be held on December 5, 2025. The tax rolls will remain open for examination in the Suffolk County Comptroller’s office in Riverhead. Any taxpayer interested may send a brief description of his property to the County Comptroller and the amount of the unpaid tax, if any, will be forwarded to him.

(Note: Tax Sale advertising for the 2025 sale will be at the rate of $20.00 per item, collectible after August 31, 2025.) JOHN M. KENNEDY, JR. SUFFOLK COUNTY COMPTROLLER OFFICE OF THE COMPTROLLER DIVISION OF FINANCE & TAXATION 330 CENTER DRIVE RIVERHEAD, N.Y. 11901-3311 J25-451. 8/21, 28

Notice is hereby given that an OnPremise Restaurant Wine License, NYS Application ID: NA0240-25-125622 has been applied for by Opportunity Pa n c a k e s 2 L L C d/b/a IHOP serving beer, wine, cider and mead to be sold at retail for on premises consumption in a restaurant, for the premises lo cated at 2159 Jericho Turnpike Commack NY 11725. 25-464. 8/28, 9/4

Notice is hereby given that a license, Application ID: NA0370-25-124324 for liquor, beer, wine, and cider has been applied for by the undersigned to sell liquor, beer, wine, and cider at retail i n a R e c re at i on Facility/Exhibition Hall under the Alcoholic Beverage C ontrol L aw at 645 National Blvd, Medford, NY 11763, County of Suffolk, for on premis es c o n s u mp t i o n at Pickleball Heaven LLC. 25-448 8/21, 28

Notice is hereby given that a license, Application ID: NA0340-25-125629 for liquor, beer, wine, and cider has been applied for by the undersigned to sell liquor, beer, wine, and cider at retail in a Restaurant under the Alcoholic Beverage Control Law at 410 L a k e Av e , S a i nt James, NY 11780, County of Suffolk, for on pre m i s e s consumption at Galiano Wine Bar St James LLC. 25-465. 8/28, 9/4

Notice of formation of JUERGENSEN LAW PLLC Articles of Organization filed with the Secretary of State of New York (SSNY) on 07/22/2025 O f f i c e l o c at i o n , County of Suffolk. SSNY has been designated as agent of the PLLC upon whom process against it may be served. SSNY shall mail a process served to: T he PL LC , 4 4 5 Broadhollow Road, Suite CL25, Attn: Paul A. Juergensen, Melville, New York 11747 Purpose: the practice of law. 25-447 8/21, 28, 9/4, 11, 18, 25

Notice is hereby given that a license, serial #NA-034025-123745 for beer, wine & liquor has been applied for by the undersigned to sell beer, wine & liquor at retail in a bar under the ABC Law at 325 W Jericho Tpke., Huntington, NY 11743 for on-premises consumption; 326 Harleys LLC 25-466. 8/28, 9/4

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Fall is an exciting time of year for studentathletes. After a summertime break from scholastic sports, athletes return to competition in the fall. Whether athletes are playing football, soccer, cross country, tennis, or any of the myriad additional sports that start up again in the fall, preparation is vital to making the most of a season. As seasons get set to begin, families can keep the following tips in mind to ensure student-athletes start off on the right foot. • Establish a routine early on. Parents know it’s no small feat getting students back in the school year swing of things after summer vacation, and it can be just as challenging for student-athletes to get back on track on the playing fields. Families can start their school year routines over the final weeks of summer vacation to ensure student-athletes don’t miss a beat once the season begins. Children who tend to stay up past their bedtimes over the summer can start going to bed earlier so their bodies are well-rested when classes resume and practices and games start. In addition to going to bed earlier, children can start waking up earlier, ultimately waking up at the same time they will during the school year over the last several days of summer vacation. • Focus on conditioning as summer winds down. Parents and student-athletes can contact coaches as summer winds down for advice on how to improve their conditioning as fall sports season inches closer. Proper conditioning is a building block of athletic success that builds endurance and reduces injury risk. Conditioning also can help student-athletes fulfill their athletic potential. Conditioning need not be restricted to indoor activities, either. Summer-friendly activities like swimming, cycling and hiking can be great for conditioning and won’t require student-athletes to spend the final days of summer indoors on a treadmill or exercise bike. • Get back to basics. Student-athletes competing at the varsity level may have been playing their sports for years by the time the new school year begins, but a return to the basics in advance of a new season can help to acclimate their bodies and get their minds ready for the coming season. Light engagement in basic drills is a safe and slow method to getting bodies back in shape. Student-athletes can participate in local clinics over the summer, even serving as instructors if the opportunity arises. Participation in clinics provides a good way to sharpen skills as summer winds down and a new season is about to begin. • Fine tune student-athletes’ diets. Summer is not always synonymous with healthy eating, as backyard barbecues and visits to the local ice cream parlor can tempt anyone, including student-athletes, to eat less nutritious foods. Nemours® KidsHealth® notes that athletic children and teenagers need calcium-rich foods to build strong bones, iron to help deliver oxygen throughout their bodies, protein to facilitate the building and repairing of muscles, and carbohydrates to provide much-needed energy. As fall sports season approaches, parents can aim to meet each of these needs throughout the day and limit access to less healthy fare that tends to be readily available throughout the summer. As fall sports season kicks off, studentathletes and their families can focus on preparing for competition and doing the little things that help youngsters fulfill their athletic potential.

BABYLON HERALD BEACON — August 28, 2025

SUPREME COURT OF THE STATE OF NEW YORK COUNTY OF SUFFOLK HSBC BANK USA, NAT IONA L A S SO CIATION, AS TRUSTEE FOR ACE SECURITIES CORP. HOM E E QU I T Y LOAN TRUST, SERIES 2006-OP2, -againstTREVOR BUSH AS HEIR AND DISTRIBUTEE TO THE ESTATE OF LYANNE BUSH, 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 October 28, 2019, wherein HSBC BANK USA, NATIONAL ASSOCIATION, AS TRUSTEE FOR ACE SECURITIES CORP. HOM E E QU I T Y LOAN TRUST, SERIES 2006-OP2 is the Plaintiff and TREVOR BUSH AS HEIR AND DISTRIBUTEE TO THE ESTATE OF LYANNE BUSH, 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 September 24, 2025 at 1:30PM, premises known as 11 WILLOW STREET, W H E AT L EY HEIGHTS, NY 11798; and the following tax map identification: 0100-014.00-01.00062.000. ALL THAT CERTAIN PLOT, PIECE OR PARCEL OF LAND, WITH THE BUILDINGS AND IMPROVEMENTS THEREON ERECTED, SITUATE, LYING AND BEING IN THE TOWN OF BABYLON, COUNT Y OF SUFFOLK AND STATE OF NEW YORK

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SUPREME COURT OF THE STATE OF NEW YORK COUNTY OF SUFFOLK U.S. BANK NATIONAL ASSOCIATION, AS TRUSTEE FOR MASTR ASSET BACKED SECURITIES TRUST 2006-NC1, MORTG A G E PA S S THROUGH CERTIFICATES, SERIES 2006-NC1, -againstSALVATORE PANE, ET AL. NOTICE OF SALE NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN pursuant to a Final Judgment of Foreclosure entered in the Office of the Clerk of the County of Suffolk on March 28, 2023, wherein U.S. BANK NATIONAL A S S O C IAT I O N , AS TRUSTEE FOR MASTR ASSET BACKED SECURITIES TRUST 2006NC1, MORTGAGE PASS-THROUGH CERTIFICATES, SERIES 2006-NC1 is the Plaintiff and SALVATORE PANE, 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 September 29, 2025 at 9:00AM, the premises known as 644 SOUTH 8TH STREET, LINDENHURST, NY 11757; tax map identification 0103-021.00-01.00098.000; and description: ALL THAT CERTAIN PLOT, PIECE OR PARCEL OF LAND, WITH THE BUILDINGS AND IMPROVEMENTS THEREON ERECTED, SITUATE, LYING AND BEING IN THE VILLAGE OF LINDENHURST, TOWN OF BABYLON, COUNTY OF SUFFOLK AND STATE OF NEW YORK . . . Premises will be sold subject to provisions of filed Judgment Index No.: 034293/2011; 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. 25-457 8/28, 9/4, 11, 18

NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARIN TOWN OF BABYLON PLEASE TAKE NOTICE that the Town Board of the Town of Babylon will hold a Public Hearing at Babylon Town Hall, 200 East Sunrise Highway, Lindenhurst, New York, on the 10th day of September, 2025, at 7:00 p.m. prevailing time, to consider amendments to the Town of Babylon Uniform Code of\ Traffic Ordinances. EXHIBIT “A” Chapter 3, Article II, Section 3-4 [Parking, Standing, and Stopping Restrictions Designated] DELETE to Schedule K: Name of Street/Side Location Hamlet Regulation Hours/Days Venetian Boulevard/East side From a point 120 +/- north of WB No Parking except by 9:00 a.m.to 5:00 p.m. Granada Parkway north for 100 temporary permit from 12:00 midnight on feet +/May 31 to 12:00 midnight

NOTICE OF SALE SUPREME COURT COUNTY OF SUFFOLK NATIONSTAR MORTGAGE LLC, Plaintiff AGAINST GEORGE R. ORANTES A/K/A GEORGE ORANTES, EILEEN ORANTES, ET AL., Defendant(s) Pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale duly entered August 9, 2016, I, the undersigned Referee will sell at public auction at the Babylon Town Hall, 200 East Sunrise Highway, Lindenhurst, NY 11757 on September 29, 2025 at 2:30 PM, premises known as 37 Burrs Lane, Dix Hills, NY 11746. All that certain plot piece or parcel of land, with the buildings and improvements erected, situate, lying and being in the Town of Babylon, County of Suffolk, State of New York, District 0100, Section 016.00, Block 02.00, Lot 061.000. Approximate amount of judgment $427,102.17 plus interest and costs. Premises will be sold subject to provisions of filed Judgment Index #069482/2014. William F. Andes, Jr., Esq., Referee Gross Polowy, LLC 1775 Wehrle Drive Williamsville, NY 14221 00-299322 86699 25-458. 8/28, 9/4, 11, 18

Venetian Boulevard/East side

From a point 220 +/- north of Granada Parkway north for 100 feet +/From the extended southerly line of Pine Place (projected) north for 280 feet +/-