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Lindenhurst celebrates 30 years of Oktoberfest joy

by CAROLYN JAMES cjames@liherald.com

The streets of Lindenhurst came alive with the sounds of music and laughter—and clinking beer mugs—as the Village and the Lindenhurst Rotary Club hosted the 30th annual Oktoberfest along Wellwood and Railroad avenues.

The fall tradition drew several thousand visitors from all over who sampled bratwurst, browsed local vendors and admired classic cars that lined the streets. The Village’s popular restaurants joined in, opening their doors to the steady flow of festivalgoers.

Rotary volunteers — easy to spot in blue and white shirts — guided guests through the grounds and kept tables clear throughout the day.

“It’s really all about community,” said Mandy Bopp, president of the Lindenhurst Rotary who extended a warm thank you to all the Rotarians and other volunteers who worked hard to make the event such a success.

She also pointed out that the money raised will go toward the charitable work the Rotary volunteers do all year long including stocking local food pantries, hosting the annual snapper derby, working with local families in need and raising money to send two local autistic chil-

dren to summer camp every year.

“Our volunteers work very hard and we are very grateful for the support of the community,” she said.

The morning began with Suffolk County Legislator Kevin McCaffrey welcoming the crowd, followed by George Formes’ rendition of the national anthem outside the Belfast restaurant, where tents and tables filled the corner of Wellwood and Railroad avenues. Hundreds stood with hands over their hearts in a display of local and national pride.

Diana Romano led the crowd in singing “God Bless America,” before Mayor Michael Lavorata and Deputy Mayor Richard “R.J.” Renna greeted festivalgoers, thanking organizers and attendees for supporting a beloved village tradition.

Village Trustee and Rotarian Maryann Weckerle said the event is a true team effort between the Village and the Rotary Club. “We are happy to do this for our residents and to have visitors from other Villages and towns so we can show them all that Lindenhurst has to offer,” Weckerle said. “And we can’t forget that this is the Rotary Club’s biggest fundraiser, which then helps the club to take on its charitable endeavors throughout the year.”

Photos Carolyn James/Herald

Tami Buitrago and Nick Schlecht enjoy a little German tradition at the fair.

George Formes sings the National Anthem.

Lindenhurst Village Mayor Michael Lavarata with Angelo Dattoma.

Wyandanch breaks ground on early childhood center

For years, Wyandanch’s youngest students began their school day not in their hometown, but in classrooms seven miles away. That chapter is about to close.

On Sept. 18, district leaders, staff and elected officials gathered to celebrate the groundbreaking of a new early childhood center — a long-awaited project that will bring pre-K through second grade scholars back to Wyandanch for good.

The facility will be built next to the district office on Straight Path and is expected to open in September 2027. It will be funded through a bond approved by voters in the

2024–25 school budget vote.

“Today is more than just a groundbreaking — it is a homecoming,” said Christine Jordan, the district’s assistant superintendent for administrative and instructional accountability. “For seven years, our youngest learners have begun their educational journeys seven miles from the heart of Wyandanch. Every morning, they boarded buses to another district. While they were met with care and support, they were not home. Today that changes.”

Jordan called the ceremony a promise fulfilled to families who longed to see their

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“That future begins with early childhood education,” she said. “This new school will be a place where curiosity is nurtured, where dreams begin, and where every child walks through the doors knowing they belong.”

Wyandanch school district voters approved a bond of $46.1 million for the new building, 125 “yes” and eight “no” in 2023. Construction is estimated to cost $33.5 million; the additional $12.5 million is for safety and compliance work throughout the district.

The project will have no impact on local school taxes since $27.6 million will come from New York State Building Aid. The balance will come from the district’s capital reserve fund and the state’s Smart School Bond fund.

Plans for the school include six pre-kindergarten classrooms, a library, flexible seating to support different learning styles, a multipurpose room that doubles as a performance space, a full kitchen and a new playground.

“We know that schools are more than brick and mortar,” Jordan added. “They are the heartbeat of a community. Today, Wyandanch’s heartbeat grows stronger.”

Superintendent Erik Wright described the moment as both a return and a new beginning.

“This is a great day because we’re bringing our babies home,” Wright said. “Early childhood education is my first love. That’s

where I started — following in my mother’s footsteps. She was an early childhood director for more than 20 years.”

Wright emphasized the importance of early education. “We are designing an early childhood center that will be state-ofthe-art,” he said. “Our students will be welcomed, validated and affirmed the moment they step foot in the building.”

He also expressed gratitude to the Half Hollow Hills School District, which has hosted Wyandanch’s youngest students for several years.

The building is being designed by H2M architects + engineers. Megan Holz, a senior project architect and the mother of two young children, said the project holds personal meaning.

“It’s nice to design a space that I can now see through a mother’s eyes — what children are looking for and what I’m looking for when they go to school one day,” Holz said.

Board of Education President Latesha Walker called the center a dream realized.

“For years we have been missing a vital piece of our learning community, and now they’re coming back,” Walker said. “Our children will soon join us again. What you see before you is the product of a master plan.”

The ceremony began with performances of the national anthem and “Lift Every Voice and Sing,” by longtime Wyandanch resident Lisa Pope.

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Local dignitaries from left Town of Babylon Councilman Antonio Martinez, Deputy Chief of Staff for Assemblyman Kwani O’Pharrow, Inspector Brendan Forte, Suffolk County Sheriff Erroll Toulon, Wyandanch Board of Education trustees Jarod Morris, Kathy Corbin, Vice President Shirley Baker, President Latesha Walker, Superintendent of Schools Dr. Erik Wright, trustees Brenda Moore and Shameka Brown, Wyandanch Business Consultant Calvin Wilson, State Senator Monica Martinez, NY State Regent Felicia Thomas-Williams, Wyandanch Fiscal Monitor Al Chase and Western Suffolk BOCES Chief Operating Officer Mike Flynn at the groundbreaking ceremony on Sept. 18.

Amityville woman recovering after being bitten by rabid raccoon

By CAROLYN JAMES cjames@liherald.com

What began as a peaceful afternoon for a woman as she sat in her backyard enjoying the final days of summer, turned into a nightmare as a raccoon, later determined to be rabid, attacked her repeatedly, biting her hand, arm and leg.

The woman, a resident of Amityville who asked not to be identified, said she had been speaking on the phone with her daughter around 1:20 p.m. on Tuesday, August 26, when she suddenly felt something heavy land on her leg.

“It came out of nowhere,” she recalled. “I felt the weight, then the pain. The raccoon was biting and wouldn’t let go.”

As she struggled to fight off the animal, it latched onto her hand. Her screams brought her husband running from the house. He rushed between her and the raccoon, ultimately killing it before it

could attack again.

Emergency responders arrived within minutes. The woman was taken to Good Samaritan University Hospital, where she spent five days receiving rabies immunoglobulin, vaccines, antibiotics, and treatment for deep puncture wounds to her hand, leg, and foot.

Tests later confirmed the raccoon was rabid. The Suffolk County Department of Health and the state Department of Environmental Conservation have since been in contact with the family.

She said she knew immediately that the raccoon was sick.

“This raccoon was too aggressive — especially in broad daylight,” she said. “It was insane. I just keep thinking — what if it had been a child?”

Now home and recovering, the woman says she’s grateful to be alive, but the emotional scars linger. “It’s hard for me to go out in the yard,” she admitted. “I

This raccoon was too aggressive - especially in broad daylight. It was insane. I just keep thinking - what if it had been a child?

—VICTIM OF RABID RACCOON BITE

used to spend hours out there tending my flowers and vegetables. Now I can’t step outside without thinking about it. I know that fear will fade, but I’ll never forget what happened.”

Neighbors and village officials, including Amityville’s mayor, have rallied around her with flowers, kind words, and concern.

Authorities are reminding residents to

stay alert for wildlife acting aggressively or appearing unusually tame, and to report any such behavior to animal control or local police immediately.

In related matters, the Suffolk County Health Department announced last week that a sick raccoon found in Lindenhurst has tested positive for rabies. The confirmation was received from the Wadsworth Center at the New York State Department of Health. This is the eleventh rabid raccoon reported in Suffolk County this year and health officials urge the public to vaccinate pets for rabies, to refrain from feeding wildlife or stray animals and to keep garbage cans tightly covered tightly.

For questions or more information you can reach the Suffolk County Department of Health at (631) 854-0333 weekdays and at (631) 852-4820 nights, weekends and holidays.

Babylon honors longtime children’s librarian with heartfelt ceremony

By CHRISTIE LEIGH BABIRAD cbabirad@liherald.com

Ann Burke, assistant director of the Babylon Public Library and longtime head of the Children and Family Services Department, was honored Sept. 16 for 35 years of dedicated service to the library and the Babylon community.

The ceremony, held in the library’s Children’s Room, was “quietly” organized by Library Director Tom Vitale, who invited staff and community members to mark the milestone ahead of Burke’s official anniversary on Oct. 3.

“To me, Ann is my number one — it’s like ‘Star Trek,’” Vitale said as he presented Burke with a commemorative pin and plaque. “Ann is always there, and when I come in each day, my mantra is, ‘With Ann, all things are possible.’ Because they really are.”

Even when the team is short on time or resources, Vitale said, “Ann will find a way. If we’re down on our luck, can’t get something done, Ann will always come up with some alternative.”

He described Burke’s presence as a daily light in the building: “brightly, smartly, excited and just beaming.”

“She is so well-respected not only in this building and in the community, but all over the libraries in Suffolk and Nassau County,” Vitale added.

Burke began her library career as a page at the Babylon Public Library in October 1990 at age 26. Over the years, she rose through the ranks — becoming head of the Children’s Department in 1999 and later serving twice as interim director. On July 6, 2008, she was promoted to Librarian III, and in November 2024, she was officially appointed to the role of assistant director — a promotion Vitale called “very overdue.”

“I think Ann is beloved by everybody in the community. She always extends a hand for the children and parents.,” said Gary Brunjes, Babylon library board president. “We’re incredibly fortunate to have someone so devoted to the community. She’s extremely competent in her job, and so kind. I can’t say enough good things about her.”

Library Board Vice President Loretta Chillemi, Librarian Josh Perry, Mayor Mary Adams, Library Board Secretary Sandra Levine, Library Director Tom Vitale, Assistant Library Director Ann Burke, Library Board Trustee Anne Lotito-Schuh, Library Board Finance Officer Debbie Young-Szala, Library Board President Gary Brunjes and Chief of Staff to Legislator Kevin McCaffrey Ann Parmely

Mayor Mary Adams also attended the ceremony and presented Burke with a plaque on behalf of the Village of Babylon.

“We’ve shared the ups, the downs, and a lot of popcorn, snacks and movies,” Adams said. “The village is better off with you, Ann — truly — and so am I.”

In presenting the plaque, Adams said, “The Village of Babylon applauds and recognizes your 35 years with the Babylon Public Library. We love you, Miss Ann.”

Burke, visibly touched by the tributes, thanked attendees and reflected on the joy of her work.

“I am very lucky to work in a job that I love,” she said. “The community makes it so special, the people we work with make it so special, and we couldn’t do it without all of you making it so much fun. I truly understand how blessed I am to work here.”

Suffolk County Legislator Kevin McCaffrey was unable to attend but was represented by his chief of staff, Ann Parmely, to present Burke with an official proclamation on his behalf.

“My daughter was always here when she was little,” Parmely said. “We appreciate everything you have done.”

The evening concluded with a cake and a round of applause in Burke’s honor.

“The whole community loves her,” said Maria Umland, senior account clerk at the library. “What she does for the children — making them have so much fun — they all grew up with her and remember her.”

Photos Christie Leigh Babirad/Herald

Mayor Mary Adams presents Burke with a plaque on behalf of the Village of Babylon.

Scooter rider seriously injured in car crash, police say

Suffolk County police are investigating a crash that seriously injured an electric scooter rider in Amityville on Sat., Oct. 4. Police gave this account:

Richard Newton, 35, of Lindenhurst, was riding an electric scooter east on Louden Avenue around 3:30 p.m. when he ran a red light and collided with a 2007 Mazda traveling south on County Line Road, police said. The car was driven by Randall Morency, 21, of Massapequa.

Newton was airlifted to Stony Brook University Hospital with serious injuries. Morency was transported by ambulance to Good Samaritan University Hospital in West Islip with non-life-threatening injuries.

Detectives with the First Squad are asking anyone with information about the crash to call them at 631-854-8152.

NC Police Officer escorting funeral

seriously injured in Lindenhurst

Suffolk County Police Major Case Unit detectives are investigating a motor vehicle crash that seriously injured an on-duty Nassau County Police officer in Lindenhurst this morning.

Nassau County Police Highway Patrol Officer Michael Hyland was operating a 2020 Harley Davidson as part of a funeral procession on North Wellwood Avenue at Jerome Street when he collided with a 2020 Toyota Tundra be -

ing operated by Jeffrey Geller at 11:08 a.m.

Officer Hyland, 53, was transported via ambulance to Good Samaritan University Hospital in West Islip for treatment of serious physical injuries where he remains in critical condition. Geller, 61, was not injured.

Anyone with information on this crash is asked to contact Major Case Unit detectives at 631-852-6555.

CRIME WATCH

The following incidents have been reported by the Suffolk County Police Department and other law enforcement and emergency service units:

PETIT LARCENY

Copiague: Suffolk Police arrested Kyle Simpson, 36 of 3 Covert St., Hempstead, charging him with Petit Larceny after he allegedly went into Target on Sunrise Highway and stole $445 worth of merchandise. That incident occurred Oct. 2, at approximately 12:30 p.m.

Lindenhurst: Police report that someone stole an undetermined amount of merchandise from CVS pharmacy on Wellwood Avenue Oct. 1. The incident was reported at 5:49 p.m.

North Babylon: Food items were sto -

len from Aldi food store at 1251 Deer Park Ave., Sep. 27 at approximately 5 p.m. Police did not indicate in their report what the items were nor their value.

Deer Park: Approximately $115 in groceries were stolen from Aldi’s grocery store on Commack Rd, Sept. 28. The report was filed with police shortly before 4:30 p.m.

•In two separate incidents, employees reported the theft of clothing from two stores in The Arches, Hollister an Abercrombie’s. The value of the items stolen was not listed in the police reports. Those incidents occurred within minute of each other shortly before 4 :30 pm., Sept. 27.

Officer stabbed attemping to arrest alleged thief in Lindenhurst

An off-duty New York City police officer was stabbed early Thurs., Oct. 16 in Lindenhurst, after confronting a man who police said was trying to break into a car on 40th Street near Buffalo Avenue.

According to Suffolk County police, the suspect — identified as Royal Hooks, 27, of 374 Pearl St., New York City — was allegedly attempting to break into a vehicle parked in a home’s driveway around 1:05 a.m.

Two off-duty NYPD officers approached Hooks, who tried to run

away, police said. When they caught up to him, Hooks allegedly stabbed one of the officers in the left leg.

Hooks was restrained and taken into custody by Suffolk County police. The injured officer, 28, was taken to a local hospital with what police described as serious but non-life-threatening injuries.

Hooks was charged with assault and petit larceny and was arraigned in court that day.

CRIME WATCH

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GRAND LARCENY

Copiague: The owner of a local business reported to police that a former employee made $2,797 in purchases on the owner’s business accounts. Police are investigating.

West Bablon: A 2016 Honda ATV was stolen from a shed at a home on Claremont Avenue Sept 26. The incident took place at approximately 2:30 a.m.

DRIVER LEAVES SCENE OF ACCIDENT

Wyandanch: on Oct. 2, shortly before 11 a.m., a bicyclist was struck by a driver on 15 th Street. The driver fled the scene. The victim, a 59-year-old male, was taken to Good Samaritan Hospital with a shoulder injury.

PHONE SCAM

West Islip: A resident of Talulah Lane was duped out of $1,500 by a subject who called him/her claiming to be from a local bank. The victim provided some personal information to the caller who used it to steal the money

ARRESTS

Driving While Intoxicated/ImpDriving While Intoxicated/Impaired: Mario Centeno, 5-, of 119 W Orange St., Brentwood; Roberto Hernandez, 19, of 25 Bruce La., Brentwood; Emly Hind, 30 of 1411 7th St., West Babylon; Tito Carbo, 33, of 65

Lincoln St., Copiague; Tony Gonzalez, 19 of 499 Washington Ave., Brentwood.

Criminal Mischief: Jose Gievaracoeas 27, of 733 12th St., West Babylon.

Criminal Possession of a Weapon: Jeffrey Goldstein, 28, of 831 Lake Blvd., Lindenhurst (assault weapon); Olivas Genovebo, 42, og 10169 W. Palm Dr., Odessa, Texas.

Assault: Brian Louis, 26, of 998 Crooked Hill Rd., Brentwood; Cassandra Britton, 41, of 662 Grand Blvd., Deer Park; Vincent Nauheimer, 21, of 209 Secatogue La., West Islip.

Leaving the Scene of an Auto Accident: Paula Cannone, 56, of 166 Mohawk Ave., Deer Park.

Petit Larceny: Angel Moran Miranda, 25, of 1816 Stein Dr., Bay Shore; Kyle Simpson, 37, of 3 Covert St., Hempstead; Bruce Banks, 32, of 54 Maplewood Ave. Hempstead; Farah Jeannot, 48, of 52 Elmwood, Hempstead; Maria Diaz Mejia 32, of 390 Vespucci Ave., Copiague; Angel Morian Miranda, 25, of 1816 Stein Dr. Bay Shore.

Tiana Spence, 24, of 53 Union Dr., Merrick; Darren Whitfield, 58, of 30 Smith St., North Amityville; Alani Trent 22 of 70 Robinwood Dr., Mastic.

Menacing With a Weapon: Nelson Sanchez, 37, of 124 S Haven Ave., Medford.

Robbery: Daesean Barrett, 20, of 56 Adams Rd., Central Islip.

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.

National Drug Hotline

Drug and alcohol helplines such as the National Drug Helpline at (844) 289-0879i are open to everyone. You can call the hotline to get information for yourself or a friend or family member.

If you are worried that a loved one may be using drugs or drinking excessively, but you’re not sure, an alcohol and drug hotline can help you learn about the common signs and symp-

toms of drug and alcohol misuse. This will help you figure out if an intervention and/or treatment is necessary.

If you know that a family member or friend is using harmful substances, the hotline can help you understand your options for getting them the help they need. If the person is ready to start treatment, you can find the best rehab programs in your community.

BABYLON HERALD BEACON — October 16, 2025

Amityville football shows some steady improvement

By NIKO SCARLATOS sports@liherald.com

The Amityville Tide football team has embraced the 2025 season as a year of growth, energy, and opportunity.

Despite being a young squad, the Tide has already demonstrated flashes of explosiveness and promise on both sides of the ball as it continues to develop their core group of players. Head coach Jason Epps has emphasized that while experience is still being built, confidence and progress are already taking shape.

Through the first five weeks of the season, Amityville has shown steady improvement and resilience in a challenging league. After a tough 54-6 season-opening loss to a strong West Islip team, the Tide bounced back with a dominant 30-12 victory over Wyandanch on Sept. 20.

“That win really showed what our offense is capable of,” Epps said. “We executed big plays and found rhythm on both the ground and through the air.”

Although subsequent games against Rocky Point (44-19 loss on Sept. 26), Comsewogue (41-18 loss on Oct. 4), and Harborfields (20-18 loss last Friday) didn’t go Amityville’s way, each contest reflected the team’s continued fight and development. The narrow defeat to Harborfields especially showed the Tide is beginning to close the gap on opponents.

A major reason for the team’s offensive growth has been the leadership and accuracy of quarterback Jonoven Luciano.” His poise in the pocket and ability to connect with receivers has been huge for us,” said Epps. So far the quarterback has two passing touchdowns.

At running back/linebacker, Jacob Billinger has been a key two-way contributor, using his physicality to set the tone on offense and defense. In the Tide’s lone win against Wyandanch, he ran for 173 yards and four touchdowns.

Noah Robinson, a standout wide receiver/strong safety, continues to be an impact player on both sides of the ball. “His athleticism and football instincts are just incredible to watch,” Epps said of Robinson.

Perhaps the most encouraging sign for the Tide has been the improvement of its offensive line. After scoring just 70 total points

HERALD SPORTS Babylon finds success with new core group

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Elijah Henry and the Tide are looking to finish stong after going 1-4 through five games.

throughout the 2024 season, Amityville has already surpassed that mark with 76 through five games. Led by senior Thaddeus Volcimus, juniors Sekuo Diallo and Alex Jimenez, along with sophomore Erick Mejia Zavala, that progress up front has given Luciano more time to throw and allowed the run game to find rhythm.

With a young but improving roster, Amityville continues to develop chemistry, discipline, and consistency. As the season progresses, the Tide are determined to keep building momentum, turning flashes of explosiveness into sustained success. If their trajectory continues upward, Amityville could soon emerge as one of the league’s most dangerous rising programs.

While the Tide’s record may not yet reflect its full potential, optimism remains high. “Our league is wide open,” said Epps, maintaining confidence that the playoff race is far from over. “Every team is vulnerable, so there’s always an opportunity each week for us to get a win.”

Three games remain, including this Saturday’s homecoming contest at 1 p.m. against Eastport-South Manor.

By NIKO SCARLATOS sports@liherald.com

Babylon’s boys’ soccer team entered the season with more questions than answers but through hard work, discipline, and a shared belief in defensive identity, the Panthers find themselves sitting atop the League IV standings with a 9-1 mark.

After graduating a large senior class, coach Dennis McGovern and his staff faced the challenge of reshaping nearly the entire roster. Only four returning players returned to lead a group of largely untested talent. What’s emerged is a resilient unit that’s learned to win by relying on effort, structure, and chemistry rather than past accolades.

“I took all the trophies away,” McGovern said. “I didn’t want them to feel like they had to live up to the past. This is their team. They don’t have to play for what came before. They have to leave their own mark.”

That message has resonated. The Panthers have rattled off a string of impressive wins, including victories over Wyandanch (2-1 Sept. 3), Riverhead Charter (2-0 Sept. 4), Smithtown Christian (8-0 Sept. 9), Greenport (6-0 Sept. 11), and Southold (2-1 Sept. 15). The only losses have come against Kings Park (2-1 non-league Sept. 22) and Southampton (2-0 Sept. 30.)

Senior goaltender Trace Serrone, now a veteran presence in net, has been a difference-maker yet again. The two-time county champion has 43 saves and 8 shutouts. He’s the best keeper in the league,” said McGovern. “It’s not even close.” His leadership has anchored a defensive mindset that’s become the team’s calling card.

Standing tall, literally, in front of him is Ronen Dee, a 6-foot-3 converted forward who’s transitioned to center back and thrived. “He used to play up top, but now he’s bought into what we’re doing,” McGovern said. “He’s a huge piece of our defense.”

The senior has still made sure to be an asset on offense and showed that in the season opener with a goal.

At the heart of the midfield, Danny Murphy provides the engine that keeps Babylon running. A relentless, box-to-box presence, Murphy is in his second varsity season and embodies the team’s motto: “Judge the season by your last performance.” He also has

proved to be a great passer, leading the team in assists with five.

Defensive stalwart John Stricoff takes on each opponent’s best player and consistently wins the battle. “He’s an exceptional athlete who is always the first to the ball,” McGovern said.

Up top, the offense has found rhythm as the season has progressed. Christian Pena leads the team in both points with 12 and goals with 8, including a thrilling game winner in double overtime, to give the Panthers a 1-0 victory over Mattituck on Oct. 8.

Youngsters like freshmen Richard Sorto and Antonio Bartolotta have stepped into key roles far earlier than expected. Sorto’s ability to win 50/50 balls and Bartalato’s skill on set pieces have made them invaluable contributors. Bartolotta specifically has made a huge impact, thanks to six goals this season, which is currently the second most on the team. Meanwhile, sophomore Logan Barrusso, who joined varsity as a ninth grader, continues to impress.

For Babylon, success isn’t measured in banners or past titles. It’s about growth, unity, and identity. “We emphasized defense, and they’ve bought into that,” said the coach. “We want them to keep working hard and make an impact every chance they get.”

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Christian Pena is the Panthers’ leading scorer with 8 goals and 12 points.

Officials celebrate a long-awaited ‘homecoming’ for youngest learners

Among the officials in attendance were State Sen. Monica Martinez and Babylon Town Councilman Antonio Martinez.

“Right now, where we stand is just a patch of dirt,” Senator Martinez said. “But it will soon become the beginning of many journeys and fulfilling lives. This building is going to shape not only Wyandanch, but our state and our nation.”

Councilman Martinez offered congratulations on behalf of the town.

“We’ve been waiting for this for a long time,” he said. “It’s going to be so good not only for the kids, but also for the families. I can’t wait to be here in 2027 for the ribbon cutting.”

Elementary School Principal Darlene White Edu. closed the program by reminding attendees of what was at stake.

“As we break ground on our new annex building, we’re not just turning soil,” she said. “We’re planting the seeds for the future of our scholars.”

See if you have unclaimed funds

The New York State Comptroller’s Office of Unclaimed Funds returns more than $2 million in lost money to residents every day, according to Comptroller Thomas P. DiNapoli.

Unclaimed funds stem from sources such as dormant bank accounts, uncashed checks, utility deposits, trust funds and unused gift cards.

Now, staff from the comptroller’s office will be attending events in this area to answer questions and help residents search for and claim their lost funds. They will be at the Lindenhurst Memorial Library from 1 to 2 p.m., on Wed., Oct 22. The library is at 1 Lee Ave., Lindenhurst, and at the Theodore Roosevelt Memorial Park, 63 Larrabee Ave., Oyster Bay (at the Oyster Bay Fest 2025) on Oct. 18 and 19, from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m.

“We’re returning more than $2 million

a day to New Yorkers, and my office is working to make it easier than ever to reclaim lost money, including mailing some checks directly to their rightful owners,” DiNapoli said.

A new law championed by DiNapoli has sped up the return process for some accounts. Since January, the comptroller’s office has been mailing checks automatically to eligible individuals for newly reported accounts valued at $250 or less. As of September, nearly 106,000 checks worth more than $9.8 million have been issued.

New Yorkers can also check for unclaimed funds or file a claim through the online claiming system or by calling 1-800221-9311.

A map showing unclaimed funds by county and region, as well as other information is available at osc.ny.gov/unclaimed-funds.

Copiague C of C General Dinner Meeting

The Copiague Chamber of Commerce will be hosting their General Dinner Meeting on Oct. 28, featuring speaker, NY State Senator Alexis Weik at the Copiague Fire Department at 6:30 p.m.

Discussions will include legislative updates impacting small businesses, resources for state programs, workforce development, economic growth and community well-being.

This meeting is open to Copiague

Chamber members as well as members of Lindenhurst and Amityville Chambers of Commerce.

The cost is $40 per person and includes buffet dinner, dessert, beer, wine, soda and coffee.

Copiague Fire Department is located at 320 Great Neck Road, Copiague. Please RSVP at info@copiaguechamber.org

For more information, please call (631) 484-2677.

A rendering of the Wyandanch Union Free School District Early Childhood Education Center provided by H2M Architects.

Village, Rotary Club bring thousands for beer, bratwurst and fun

Visitors young and old filled the sidewalks. “I only moved here in July and I decided to check it out,” said Marianne Hargrove of Lindenhurst. “I enjoy walking through Wellwood Avenue and seeing all of the interesting stores; it’s a beautiful village.”

The car show drew enthusiasts like Steve Linneman of Middle Island and Dorothy Turansky of Lindenhurst, who displayed their 2006 Mustang convertible. They were joined by Roland Sarraco and Cara Quinn of Garden City Park with their 2024 Dodge Charger Daytona. The show was organized by Lindenhurst resident Angelo Dittoma.

Lindenhurst Memorial Library staff also joined the fun, handing out books, water bottles and carry-all bags. “It’s a beautiful day and there are so many cars — we are happy to be here,” Turansky said.

“It’s a fun day,” added Magda Coyle. “I enjoy being with friends and seeing the vendors.”

“I live in West Islip but I didn’t want to miss this,” said Pat Masaro. “It’s nice because they have benches and places to sit in the shade. Not all fairs have that, and it can get very hot.”

At the Rotary tent, many stopped by for a cold glass of beer poured by Rotarian John Maes — one last toast to 30 years of Lindenhurst pride.

For information on the Lindenhurst Rotary Club and its activities, go to rotary7255.org. You can also call (516) 7699528 or email them at Lindenhurst.rotary@gmail.com

RELIGIOUS

HERALD NEIGHBORS

NOT Ms. Rachel to bring songs, stories and smiles to Adventureland Massapequa mom

Gabrielle Freeman brings hit kids’ show to life with Long Island twist

By CHRISTIE LEIGH BABIRAD cbabirad@liherald.com

The hit children’s program that has toddlers and preschoolers singing and clapping from coast to coast now has a local spin, thanks to a Massapequa mom who’s made it her mission to bring joy and learning to Long Island families.

Gabrielle Freeman is the creator of the NOT Ms. Rachel Show — an interactive, in-person experience inspired by the popular YouTube series “Songs for Littles” — and she’ll be bringing her energy, stories and songs to Adventureland in Farmingdale on Saturday, Oct. 18, from noon to 3 p.m. as part of the park’s Fall into Savings lineup.

The Herald caught up with Freeman to learn more about what inspired her to create the show, what makes it different from what kids see on screens, and what families can expect at Adventureland.

What are you most excited for with your shows at Adventureland?

I love the number of kids that are there. It makes it more interactive and fun. I love meeting all the new kids and really getting to see their excitement.

What first inspired you to start the NOT Ms. Rachel Show?

A friend of mine has a younger daughter. My girls are a bit older, so they didn’t really know who Ms. Rachel was. But I was visiting, and her daughter was watching, and I thought — wow, I really look like her. And my friends all agreed.

I said, “How cool would it be to do parties and bring that kind of joy to little kids locally?” I just decided that day to go for it. I’ve always loved working with children. I have three daughters — my youngest is eight, her name is Maeve. My middle daughter is turning 10 this month, Cyleigh. And my oldest is 14 — her name is Nyiela.

Tell me a little about your background.

I started working in early childhood at a young age. In high school, I worked in daycares, and now I’m in a master’s program for social work. When I finish, I plan to keep working

with kids. I also perform as other characters, including Stitch. I’m building slowly, and I hope to eventually incorporate more social-emotional learning into the shows as I progress through my degree and become licensed.

Tell me about your show — how is it different from the Ms. Rachel show on TV?

I usually start with a readaloud, but it depends on the age group and how many kids are there. We do a set of songs, and I always take requests from the kids. I want to include their favorite things so they really get the most out of the experience.

The interaction is my favorite part. Ms. Rachel is on the screen, so it’s not face-to-face. My show is different because I’m right there with the kids. I’ll ask them questions about songs, have them sing parts with me, or ask things like, “What does a cow say?” If they’re old enough to interact, I bring them right into the show.

What has been the best feedback you’ve received from the show?

I love when families send me messages and pictures afterward. When someone tells me how special it was to have me there, it means a lot. I’m always surprised at how much it moves people. It really does make it all worth it.

Sometimes, I think the parents are even more excited than the kids — especially when the children very young. And grandparents too! They love it.

To learn more about the NOT Ms. Rachel Show, follow @Not_ Ms_Rachel on Instagram.

Freeman’s upcoming shows at Adventureland are part of the park’s Fall into Savings program. Admission is discounted to $34.50 plus tax per person and includes the live show, access to a free pumpkin patch and free pumpkin decorating (one pumpkin per child). For tickets and details, visit Adventureland.us Tickets are available online or at the park.

Adventureland is located at 2245 Broad Hollow Road (Route 110) in Farmingdale.

Courtesy/Adventureland

In the photos: Gabrielle Freeman, also known as NOT Ms. Rachel, is shown at some of her recent events. She is bringing her live show to Adventureland Oct. 18 as part of the park’s Fall into Savings program.

CALENDAR OF EVENTS

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

MONDAY, October 20

•Babylon School Board of Education meeting: 7:30 p.m. For meeting information, call 531-893-7925 ; or visit their web site @ http://www.babylon.k12.ny.us.

TUESDAY, October 21

•Village of Babylon Board of Trustees work session: 6 p.m.; Village Hall, upstairs conference room, 153 W. Main St., Babylon. For additional information, call 631-6691500; or email: info@villageofbabylonny. gov; or visit the web site @https://www.villageofbabylonny.gov.

• Lindenhurst Village Board of Trustees

meeting: 7:30 p.m. public meeting, Lindenhurst Village Hall, 430 S. Wellwood Ave., Lindenhurst. For updated meeting info., call 631-957-7500; or visit their web site @ https://villageoflindenhurstny.gov.

• West Islip School Board of Education meeting: 7:30 p.m., Beach Street Middle School, 17 Beach St., W. Islip. For info., call 631-893-3200.

WEDNESDAY, October 22

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

• Lindenhurst School Board of Education meeting: 8 p.m., at the McKenna Administration Bldg., 350 Daniel St., Lindenhurst. For info., call 631- 867-3001.

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Babylon Beautification Society Christmas Market seeks vendors

The Babylon Beautification Society will be hosting their annual Christmas Market on Dec. 13 from 10:30 a.m. to 3 p.m., around the Village Gazebo and Bayman Park. The rain date will be scheduled for Dec. 14. There will be over 85 vendors offering a wide range of fine and unique gifts, as well as delicious snacks and hot bever-

ages for sale. There will also be plenty of holiday cheer, including free face painting, a bounce house and a visit from Santa Claus.

If you would like to be a vendor at this event, applications are now open. Please visit: babylonbeautification.org/christmas-market-vendors/

Ear Works Audiology:

WBHS grad named Ferdinand Gutmann Scholarship winner

Daniella Nocera, a 2025 graduate of West Babylon High School, was the recipient of the Babylon Rotary Club’s Ferdinand Gutmann Scholarship Award. She was recognized in the spring at a luncheon at the Long Island Yacht Club in Babylon.

This scholarship award was a great honor to receive,” said Daniella who has begun her studies at Union College in Schenectady, New York this fall. Daniella will be majoring in biology with a pre-med track to pursue her dream of becoming a pediatrician. While attending Union College Daniella will also be playing on the women’s softball team.

“Becoming a pediatrician will not only impact my life but it will also impact lives in the local community and my young patients to be,” she said.”

She is the daughter of Margaret and Jerry Nocera of Babylon Village.

Harvest Moon Dance

The Knights of Columbus #11968 will be holding a Harvest Moon Dance on Oct. 18 from 7 to 11 p.m. at Our Lady of Grace Church. The event will feature music by Tony and the Boys with a special guest. The cost is $38. Included will be

Patient-Centered Hearing Care

When it comes to hearing healthcare, one size does not fit all. At Ear Works Audiology, providers take the time to understand each patient’s unique experience — whether it’s a child hearing clearly in class or a grandparent reconnecting with family.

“Hearing loss is a very individualized disorder,” says Dr. Anne Capogna, audiologist with Ear Works Audiology. “People can have the exact same level of hearing loss and have very, very different experiences with it…so, as an audiologist, our first job is to diagnose the level of the hearing loss. But then we really spend a lot of time working

one-on-one with our patients to see how this hearing loss is impacting their life and what their situations they have the most difficulty with.”

That means looking beyond the test results. “We strive to improve their quality of life through better hearing,” Dr. Capogna says. Empathy plays a key role. “There’s a level of vulnerability to explain why you need help…that’s why I’m very vocal in encouraging my patients to give me as much feedback as possible. The more the patient shares about their hearing difficulties, the better I can assist and improve their communication goals.”

Follow-up visits are where real progress happens. “It is during these appointments that we can really fine tune the hearing aid to meet all of our patients’ needs,” she explains. “Helping [patients] is the most important part of my day.”

At Ear Works, it’s not just about better hearing — it’s about better living.

Courtesy Babylon Rotary Club

Daniella Nocera, Babylon Rotary Club Scholarship winner, is shown with M. Horowitz, Rotary Scholarship Committee

Dr. Anne Capogna

Some vanished, some survive - and one may be roaming a Southern swamp

Since Indigenous Peoples Day just passed, let’s look at dog breeds that originated with native North Americans before any European influence. Most of these pre-Columbian breeds are extinct, but their DNA helped shape the surviving indigenous breeds.

Pets, Pets, Pets...

As long as 40,000 years ago, dogs descended from an extinct population of Pleistocene wolves, sharing over 99 percent of their DNA with gray wolves today. That remaining 1 percent makes an enormous difference. Natural and human selection within that tiny percent produced more variation in dogs than in any other mammal.

JOANNE ANDERSON

Domesticated dogs accompanied the first people crossing from Siberia over the Bering land bridge about 15,000 years ago. They hunted, herded, pulled sleds and travois, provided wool and companionship — and, at times, food.

Evidence of the human-canine bond dates back nearly 10,000 years. In Utah’s Danger Cave, archaeologists found a small pup buried with a human — wrapped in woven fabric and placed under the person’s left arm.

TWO EXTINCT NATIVE BREEDS:

Beginning in the 1500s, European dogs brought new diseases to North America that native breeds weren’t equipped to resist. The Coast Salish tribe of southwestern British Columbia developed the Salish

Wool Dog, using its hair to weave blankets. Hare Indian Dogs — also extinct — were known as Trap Line Dogs, used to check beaver traps. These Collie-like canids were gentle companions to the Hare Indians of northeast Canada.

THREE NATIVE BREEDS THAT STILL EXIST:

Alaskan Malamute: Bred by the Malimiut Inuit of Alaska’s Norton Sound region for strength and endurance in hauling sleds. The Malamute shares genetic markers with the Siberian husky and Chukotka Sled Dog, an aboriginal Spitz-type breed from Siberia.

Canadian Eskimo Dog: A working Arctic breed, also called qimmiq — Inuit for “dog.” The Greenland Dog is considered the same breed because their genetic markers are nearly identical. Both trace to the Thule people of Siberia, who used them for transport. Today, the preference for snowmobiles has left the Canadian Eskimo Dog nearly extinct.

Carolina Dog: Also known as the American or Dixie Dingo, this medium-sized, yellow dog from the southeastern United States sometimes lives feral. With pointed ears, a hooked tail and a jackal-like frame, the breed likely descends from canines that traveled with Paleo-Indians over the Bering land bridge. Some still roam wild in the cypress swamps near the South Carolina–Georgia border.

DNA testing at the University of Georgia

supports that Carolina Dogs descend from Asian pariah dogs. Interestingly, females have three heat cycles in succession — unlike the usual two — possibly an adaptation for quick breeding before disease takes its toll. Last Hope Animal Rescue has saved Carolina Dogs from Kentucky, Virginia and West Virginia, noting their gentle temperaments.

PETS FOR ADOPTION AT BABYLON ANIMAL SHELTER

Speaking of Siberian Huskies, Kenya (No. 25-356) is a female 4-year-old purebred with striking blue eyes. Meanwhile, Starling (No. 5-448) is a 6-month-old tortoiseshell kitten. The shelter’s October promotion offers $10 off the adoption fee for any cat or kitten. Regular fees are $65 for cats and kittens, or $35 for adopters age 60 or older.

The Babylon Animal Shelter is at 80 New Highway in North Amityville. Call (631) 643-9270 for more information.

The Carolina dog is a breed believed to be descended from dogs that accompanied people who crossed the Bering land bridge from Siberia to North America 15,000 years ago.

Adoption:

Join Us!

For more than 100 years the American Red Cross on Long Island has helped the community prepare for, respond to and recover from emergencies.

HONORING

COMMUNITY IMPACT HERO

Luv Michael

FIRST RESPONDER HEROES

Officers Timothy Deegan and Matthew Walling

GLOBAL CITIZENSHIP HERO

Dr. Tochi Iroku-Malize

WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 22, 2025

8:00 A.M. TO 10:00 A.M.

The Heritage Club at Bethpage

DISASTER HERO

Jennifer Keane

MILITARY HERO

Mel Cohen

YOUTH HEROES

Charlie Dubofsky and Sydney Hassenbein

The American Red Cross Heroes Celebration is the signature fundraising event for the American Red Cross on Long Island, serving Nassau and Suffolk counties.

Event Co-chairs: James Quent, Greg Lavine, and Jennifer Solomon

For tickets, sponsorships, journal ads and to learn more, please visit redcross.org/LIheroes

Kenyafemale Siberian Husky

Starling - 6 month old tortie (female) kitten

BABYLON HERALD BEACON — October 16, 2025

HERALD

ATTENTION STUDENTS:

THE HERALD IS HOLDING A CONTEST TO DESIGN HOLIDAY WRAPPING PAPER

THE WINNING DESIGNS WILL BE PRINTED AS HOLIDAY GIFT WRAP IN 12/4/25 & 12/11/25 ISSUES OF YOUR HERALD COMMUNITY NEWSPAPER

CONTEST RULES:

Who can enter: There will be 2 categories: Students in grades k-5. Students in 6-12 One entry per student

Deadline: Entries must be received by 5 p.m. Friday, October 31, 2025

Grand prize: Winners will have their design printed as wrapping paper in the Herald and will be featured in an article in their local Herald newspaper.

Entry format: Please use an 8 1/2 by 11 inch piece of unlined paper. All entries should have the student’s name, age, address, telephone number, email, grade and school printed on the back. Design can be reflective of all religious holidays. Entries will not be returned.

Mail or hand-deliver to:

Wrapping Paper Contest

Herald Community Newspapers

2 Endo Boulevard, Garden City, NY 11530 OR Scan and email to: ekimbrell@liherald.com

(No Photos of Artwork Will Be Accepted).

Winners will be notified by email or phone by November 14

HELPFUL HINTS

• Must use 8 1/2 x 11” unlined paper, copy paper or construction paper.

• Be creative & original.

• Use bright colors.

• Fill the entire page.

• Choose paint, crayon, chalk, markers, pens, or other creative materials.

• Remember your design will be used to make a real sheet of wrapping paper.

For more information contact Ethan Kimbrell at ekimbrell@liherald.com or 516.569.4000 x 313

STEPPING OUT

At the mock store modeled after Freeport’s Two Cousins Fish Market, kids role play as ﬁshmongers and customers.

Visitors are introduced to the exhibit’s many components.

THE SEA IS CALLING

Children’s Museum’s ‘Saltwater Stories’ is rooted in local maritime traditions

By Abbey Salvemini

Long Island Children’s Museum sets sail on a bold new chapter with “Saltwater Stories: We Need the Sea and the Sea Needs Me,” its ﬁrst new permanent exhibition in over a decade. The 1,900-square-foot immersive installation, which ofﬁcially opened last week, invites families to explore Long Island’s rich nautical heritage, celebrating the people, traditions and cultures that have long relied on the sea.

Our coastal identity comes to life through storytelling, interactive play and local traditions. Kids (and grown-ups!) can climb into a full-size bay house, sort the day’s catch in a bustling ﬁsh market, explore the wonders under the sea and even hop inside a 500-pound hand-carved canoe. That canoe — a mishoon (Indigenous dugout canoe) commissioned by the museum — was created through the collaboration of Shinnecock Cultural Steward Chenae Bullock, her mentor Darius Coombs of the Mashpee Wampanoag tribe and apprentice Shane Weeks of the Shinnecock Nation. Welcomed by the museum in June, it now takes up residence within “Saltwater Stories.”

A culmination of more than 15 years of museum programming and partnerships with local ﬁshermen, Indigenous communities and historians, it anchors Long Island’s past to its future with creativity and care. The concept ﬁrst took shape several years ago, sparked by the museum’s long-running partnerships with tradition bearers and a desire to give families a more personal connection to the natural world around them.

Museum President Erika Floreska describes the exhibit as “authentic, playful and beautiful.”

Director of Exhibits Margo Malter traces its roots back to weekend programs begun in 2009, when local baymen and fishermen shared firsthand stories about life on the water. Over the years, those early conversations grew into a deeper exploration of Long Island’s maritime culture. The turning point came in 2019, when the museum received a grant from the Institute of Museum and Library Services. That funding allowed the team to assemble a cohort of community advisors — fisherfolk, Indigenous leaders, historians, and educators — whose voices helped shape Saltwater’s foundation.

“We like to say the exhibit is informed by community, for the community,” Floreska adds.

From the stories of generations of baymen to the bustling ﬁsh markets of the Nautical Mile, the exhibit’s components are rooted in the everyday lives of Long

Anthony Rodia

Anthony Rodia is back with his “Laugh Till It Hurts” tour. Building on the success of his previous outing, this is his biggest and most ambitious yet. Born and raised in Westchester, Rodia came out of the womb making people laugh. In his 20s he tried a few open mics, but ultimately took a different career path. In 2019, Rodia returned to comedy and left his day job to become a full-time stand-up comic. With a background steeped in family traditions, Italian-American culture and the ups and downs of modern life, Anthony’s comedy feels like a conversation with your funniest friend. His blend of observational humor, self-deprecation and witty impressions has led him on his path as one of the most exciting rising stars on the comedy scene.

Saturday, Oct. 18, 7 and 9:30 p.m.

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Islanders past and present. It also highlights the connections between the traditions of immigrant communities who share seaside cultures, offering opportunities for shared experiences and dialogue.

Visitors are welcomed by a nine-foot high immersive, stylized wave tunnel. Visible from the three entries to the museum’s second ﬂoor, this wow-moment hooks you into the gallery and recreates that ﬁrst introduction to the sea for many of us — a day at the beach. Lighting and sound effects give a transportive transition into “Saltwater Stories.”

• Saturday and Sunday, 10 a.m.-5 p.m.; Tuesday through Friday, 10 a.m.-4 p.m.

Among the exhibit’s many features, young visitors can role-play life on the bay in a walkin replica of a bay house, where a “magic window” lets them observe real-time changes in weather, tides and marsh life. Nearby, in a classic Long Island ﬁsh market, you can sort, weigh and sell the day’s catch — mimicking the work of generations who lived off the sea. Also everyone will enjoy “Lifting the Ocean’s Lid,” an early learner area where kids can get a close-up look at what lives under the sea.

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

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

For Floreska, Saltwater’s heart lies in its ability to tell a local story while providing a playful, hands-on space that’s deeply connected to the real world — something she describes as both unique and meaningful.

“It gives visitors of all ages a chance to connect with a cultural richness that deﬁnes Long Island,” she says.

Integrating new technology felt like a natural next step in the evolution of the museum’s approach to storytelling, according to Malter. She highlights the bay house installation as a standout example, where digital features are used to make the environment feel dynamic and real.

To create the immersive “magic window,” the team hired a videographer to capture time-lapse footage of a local marsh over the course of several days, including scenes at night and during a storm. With the push of a button, kids can change the view outside the window — transforming from day to night or calm to stormy — making the experience both magical and grounded in the real world.

“Observing the natural world was a big educational goal for me,” Malter explains.

By blending real footage with playful interaction, young visitors notice environmental details they might otherwise overlook — fostering a sense of wonder and curiosity rooted in the rhythms of local life.

The phrase “we need the sea and the sea needs me” serves as the exhibit’s guiding inspiration.

Even the quintessential Long Island Islander — Billy Joel — has a place here. Everyone can watch a video of his “The Downeaster ‘Alexa’,” commercial ﬁshing’s unofﬁcial anthem.

To help families turn inspiration into action, a resource guide on the museum website provides ideas for local, family-friendly activities that extend the learning into the home. Floreska points to community programs like Freeport-based “Operation Splash,” where families can participate in cleaning up local shorelines.

As a permanent ﬁxture now, “Saltwater Stories” continues the museum’s commitment to ignite curiosity, encourage stewardship and strengthen our bond with the environment — reminding us all that the sea’s story is deeply intertwined with our own.

$144.75, $108.75, $98.25, $86.50, $76.25, $64.75. The Paramount, 370 New York Ave., Huntington. Tickets available at ticketmaster.com or paramountny.com.

Nassau Pops Symphony Orchestra

Maestro Louis Panacciulli and the Nassau Pops Orchestra return to the Tilles Center for their annual gala supporting the Cerebral Palsy Association of Nassau County, joined again by Tony Danza and his band. Danza’s latest cabaret show, “Sinatra and Stories,” blends personal anecdotes, humor and some classic tunes. He pays tribute to the music of ‘Ol Blue Eyes, whose music formed the soundtrack of his childhood. He brings his trademark charisma and storytelling — along with touch of soft shoe and ukulele-strumming — to his selection of Sinatra’s timeless classics. Swing into an afternoon of great tunes and fascinating stories — all to beneﬁt this vital organization.

Sunday, Oct. 19, 3 p.m. Tickets start at $30. Tilles Center for the Performing Arts, LIU Post Campus, 720 Northern Blvd., Brookville. Tickets available at npso.org/tickets or tillescenter.org.

Gala

Photos courtesy Kevin Chu/KCJP Everyone is welcomed into “Saltwater Stories” through a stylized wave tunnel.

YOUR NEIGHBORHOOD CALENDAR

Wendy Klemperer: Wrought Taxonomies

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

• Where: 180 Little Neck Road, Centerport

• Time: 10 a.m.-5 p.m.

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

Billy Joel Exhibit is ‘Movin’ Out’

Now is your last chance to catch the Billy Joel Exhibit at the Long Island Music and Entertainment Hall of Fame. The exhibit, ‘Billy Joel: My Life, A Piano Man’s Journey,’ closes Oct. 26. Billy Joel fans are encouraged to purchase their tickets in advance as it is anticipated that many days will sell out.

• Where: 97 Main St., Stony Brook

• Time: 11 a.m.-6 p.m.

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

Conklin House Artist Reception

Stop by the Nathaniel Conklin House for the first part of the Apples and Arts event. View local artists’ work at an artist reception. To reserve your scarecrow kit, email conklinhouse@yahoo.com.

• Where: 280 Deer Park Ave., Babylon

• Time: 7-9 p.m.

• Contact: (631) 669-8164

Meet and Greet with Potter Martha Grover

The Art League of Long Island hosts Potter Martha Grover. Join Grover in a discussion about her artwork, her studio and working with porcelain. Light fare provided. Registration required.

OCT

25 Little Feat

One of America’s most distinctive and longest-running rock bands, Little Feat is back in a big way with a revitalized lineup, a stellar new record — its first album of original material in over a decade The venerable six-piece is touring in support of ‘Strike Up the Band,” their first new studio album reliant on new material since 2012’s Rooster Rag. It’s Little Feat’s triumphant return to rock ‘n roll with plenty of swampy Southern soul. The band builds on a deep, over 50-year history. Little Feat used a combination of elite musicianship and brilliant, idiosyncratic songwriting to create a repertoire that transcends all boundaries. California rock, funk, folk, jazz, country and rockabilly mixed with New Orleans swamp boogie led to a powerful sound that has kept the audience dancing for decades. Their groove — in songs like “Dixie Chicken,” “Spanish Moon,” “Fat Man in the Bathtub,” and “Feats Don’t Fail Me Now” — was so infectious it allowed them to endure and press on even when losing their founder, Lowell George, and founding drummer, Richie Hayward. They’re in top form now with Scott Sharrard on lead/vox and Tony Leone on drums/vox, and with founder Bill Payne on keys/vox, Fred Tackett on guitars/vox, Kenny Gradney on bass, and Sam Clayton on percussion/vox. Fifty years on, they’ve been up and they’ve been down and they know where they belong — standing or sitting behind their instruments, playing for you. And anything’s possible, because the end is not in sight. Tickets are $141.25, $120.25, $99.75, $77.75, $66.25

• Where: 107 E. Deer Park Road, Dix Hills

• Time: 6-8 p.m.

• Contact: (631) 462-5400 ext. 222, shorturl.at/9YKFR

Owl Prowl

Visit the Vanderbilt Museum for a fascinating session on creatures of the night. Learn how to identify owls and their calls with wildlife biologist “Ranger Eric” Powers of the Center for Environmental Education and Diversity. Ranger Eric gives a fun presentation and lead a walk on the estate to look for owls. Participants should wear comfortable shoes as the walk will be on uneven ground. Registration required. $15.

• Where: 180 Little Neck Road, Centerport

• Time: 7 p.m., also Nov. 15 and Nov 20, 6 p.m.

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

Fall Festival

Babylon Village Chamber of Commerce hosts their annual Fall Festival. With food trucks, entertainment, Kids Zone and vendors.

• Where: Deer Park Ave. between Main Street and Park Ave.

• Time: Noon-5 p.m.

• Contact: (631) 213-6894

Conklin House Art Show and Apple Festival

The Nathaniel Conklin Conklin House hosts an art show and apple festival. With pumpkin painting and scarecrow making, with student art located in the barn. To reserve your scarecrow kit, email conklinhouse@ yahoo.com.

• Where: 280 Deer Park Ave., Babylon

• Time: Noon-4 p.m., also Oct. 19

• Contact: (631) 669-8164

Farmers Market

The Lindenhurst Farmers Market is open every Saturday through November. Shop for fresh and local produce, delicious baked goods, honey, and more. There’s something for the whole family with a Kids Corner fof games, treats and entertainment.

• Where: 116 N. Wellwood Ave.

• Time: 10 a.m.-2 p.m.

• Contact: crazychickinc@gmail. com

Annual Shred and E-Waste Recycling Event

Gather up your old documents and electronics. Councilman DuWayne Gregory hosts 6th Annual Shred Event. This year the town is excited to introduce E-Waste Collection alongside the paper

chairs, and family for a magical night under the stars. This event is free and popcorn and treats will be available. Costumes are encouraged.

• Where: 400 Baylawn Ave., Copiague

• Time: 7 p.m.

• Contact: (631) 893-2100

Harvest Moon Dance

The Knights of Columbus #11968 invites all to a Harvest Moon Dance, featuring music by Tony and the Boys with a special guest. $38 fee includes a three-course meal, beer and wine

• Where: Our Lady of Grace Church, Father Shanahan Hall, 666 Albin Ave., West Babylon

• Time: 7-11 p.m.

• Contact: Rob (631) 747-0147 or Dave (631) 357-0188

Craft Fair

OCT 19

American Legion

Auxiliary hosts an indoor craft fair. Find unique items, support local vendors and enjoy a day of community fun.

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

• Time: 8 p.m.

• Contact: ticketmaster.com or paramountny.com

shredding service. In addition to securely shredding sensitive documents, residents may bring unwanted electronics for safe recycling. Everyone is encouraged to also bring non- perishable food items for the pantry for the food collection drive taking place at the same time.

Rain date is Oct. 25.

• Where: Babylon Town Hall Parking Lot (West Side), 200 E. Sunrise Highway, Lindenhurst

• Time: 9-11 a.m.

• Contact: (631) 957-3000

Town of Babylon Fall Festival

Enjoy the season at the Town of Babylon’s Fall Festival at Tanner Park. This family-friendly celebration features hayrides, live music, delicious food trucks, a pumpkin patch and plenty of festive fun for all ages. Free admission

• Where: 400 Baylawn Ave., Copiague

• Time: 4-7 p.m.

• Contact: (631) 893-2100

Halloween Movie Night

Get into the Halloween spirit when the Town of Babylon hosts a special outdoor screening of “Halloweentown” at Tanner Park. Bring your blankets, lawn

• Where: American Legion Hall, 22 Grove Place, Babylon

• Time: 10 a.m.-5 p.m.

• Contact: Jennifer at (631) 960-6510

Babylon Village Farmers Market

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

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NOTICE OF SALE SUPREME COURT - COUNTY OF SUFFOLKBABYLON. NEWREZ

LLC D/B/A SHELLPOINT MORTGAGE SERVICING, Plaintiff - againstHUGH E. MCCARRON, JENNYANN MCCARRON, et al Defendant(s).

Pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale dated August 18, 2025, I, the undersigned Referee will sell at public auction at the Babylon Town Hall, 200 East Sunrise Highway, Lindenhurst, NY on Thursday, November 13, 2025 at 2:00 p.m. premises situate, lying and being in the Township of Babylon, County of Suffolk and State of New York, known and designated as District 0103

Section 004.00 Block 02.00 Lot 072.000. Said premises known as 567 EAST DRIVE, LINDENHURST, NY 11757

Approximate amount of lien $149,056.60 plus interest & costs. Premises will be sold subject to provisions of filed Judgment and Terms of Sale. Index Number 627356/2024.

PAMELA GREENE, ESQ., Referee DRUCKMAN LAW GROUP PLLC

Attorney(s) for Plaintiff 242 Drexel Avenue, Westbury, NY 11590 For sale information, please visit www. Auction.com or call (800) 280-2832.

DLG# 39830

25-540 10/9, 16, 23, 30

NOTICE OF SALE Supreme Court, County of Suffolk, KEVIN PAQUET, Plaintiff, vs. ELIZABETH MURPHY, Defendant.

Pursuant to a Judgment duly filed on September 22, 2025, I, the undersigned Referee will sell at public auction at the front steps of the Babylon Town Hall, 200 E. Sunrise Highway, Lindenhurst, NY 11757 on November 7, 2025 at 9:00 a.m., premises known as 116 Peninsula Drive, Babylon, New York. All that certain plot, piece or parcel of land, with the buildings and improvements thereon erected, situate, lying and being in the Incorporated Village of Babylon, Town of Babylon, County of Suffolk and State of New York, District 0102, Section 015.00, Block 03.00 and Lot 007.000. Premises will be sold subject to provisions of filed Judgment Index # 616143/2022.

Mark Goldsmith, Esq., Referee\ 25-543. 10/9, 16, 23, 30

SUPREME COURT OF THE STATE OF NEW YORK COUNTY OF SUFFOLK REVERSE MORTGAGE FUNDING LLC, -againstKARL SCHMITT A/K/A KARLHEINZ SCHMITT, AS HEIR AND DISTRIBUTEE OF THE ESTATE OF IRMGARD SCHMITT, 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 26, 2023,

wherein REVERSE MORTGAGE FUNDING LLC is the Plaintiff and KARL SCHMITT

A/K/A KARLHEINZ SCHMITT, AS HEIR AND DISTRIBUTEE OF THE ESTATE OF IRMGARD SCHMITT, 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 November 5, 2025 at 12:00PM, premises known as 280 PARKSIDE COURT, COPIAGUE, NY 11726; and the following tax map identification: 0100-193.00-04.00016.000. ALL THAT CERTAIN PLOT, PIECE OR PARCEL OF LAND, WITH THE BUILDINGS AND IMPROVEMENTS THEREON ERECTED, SITUATE, LYING AND BEING AT COPIAGUE, TOWN OF BABYLON, COUNTY OF SUFFOLK, STATE OF NEW YORK Premises will be sold subject to provisions of filed Judgment Index No.: 621489/2017. Terry R. Woodard, 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

Public Notices

IN ACCORDANCE WITH COURT/ CLERK DIRECTIVES. 25-520. 10/2. 9. 16, 23

Notice of formation of Third Stage LLC Articles of Organization filed with the Secretary of State of New York (SSNY) on 08/05/2025 Office location, County of Suffolk. SSNY has been designated as agent of the LLC upon whom process against it may be served.

SSNY shall mail a process served to: Third Stage LLC, 179 Litchfield ave, Babylon NY 11702 Purpose: any lawful act.

25-499. 9/18, 24, 10/2, 9, 16, 23

NOTICE OF SALE

SUPREME COURT COUNTY OF Suffolk, U.S. Bank Trust Company, National Association, as Indenture Trustee on behalf of and with respect to AJAX Mortgage Loan Trust 2022-B, MortgageBacked Securities, Series 2022-B, Plaintiff, vs. Adam J. McKeon, ET AL., Defendant(s). Pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale duly entered on January 28, 2025, I, the undersigned Referee will sell at public auction at the Babylon Town Hall, 200 East Sunrise Highway, North Lindenhurst, NY 11757 on October 27, 2025 at 11:00 a.m., premises known as 836 7th Street, Babylon a/k/a West Babylon, NY 11704. All that certain plot, piece or parcel of land, with the buildings and improvements thereon erected,

situate, lying and being at Ezra Park, Town of Babylon, County of Suffolk and State of New York, District 0100, Section 132.00, Block 02.00 and Lot 132.000. Approximate amount of judgment is $479,244.99 plus interest and costs. Premises will be sold subject to provisions of filed Judgment Index #601523/2024. Pamela J. Greene, Esq., Referee Friedman Vartolo LLP, 85 Broad Street, Suite 501, New York, New York 10004, Attorneys for Plaintiff. Firm File No.: 234408-1 25-504. 9/25, 10/2, 9, 16

NOTICE OF SALE SUPREME COURT SUFFOLK COUNTY JPMORGAN CHASE BANK, NATIONAL ASSOCIATION, Plaintiff against LISA WILLIAMS, INDIVIDUALLY AND AS ADMINISTRATRIX OF THE ESTATE OF THEODORE WILLIAMS, et al Defendant(s) Attorney for Plaintiff(s) Fein Such & Crane, LLP, 28 East Main Street, Suite 1800, Rochester, NY 14614. Pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered July 13, 2023, I will sell at public auction to the highest bidder at Babylon Townhall, 200 East Sunrise Highway, Lindenhurst, NY 11757 on October 24, 2025 at 3:00 PM. Premises known as 10 South 30th Street, Wyandanch, NY 11798. District 0100 Sec 079.00 Block

01.00 Lot 051.000. All those certain lots, pieces or parcels of land, situate, lying and being in the Town of Babylon, County of Suffolk and State of New York. Approximate Amount of Judgment is $85,305.17 plus interest, fees, and costs. Premises will be sold subject to provisions of filed Judgment Index No 623300/2018.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. Erin M. McTiernan, Esq., Referee File # CHNY1465 25-505. 9/25, 10/2, 9, 16

SUPREME COURT OF THE STATE OF NEW YORK COUNTY OF SUFFOLK BANK OF AMERICA, N.A., -againstHELEN AYDELOTT AS HEIR AND DISTRIBUTEE OF THE ESTATE OF JOE A AYDELOTT, 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 May 2, 2024, wherein BANK OF AMERICA, N.A. is the Plaintiff and HELEN AYDELOTT AS HEIR AND DISTRIBUTEE OF THE ESTATE OF JOE A AYDELOTT, 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 October 31, 2025 at 10:00AM, premises known as 111 NORTH 23RD STREET, WYANDANCH, NY 11798; and the following tax map identification: 0100-039.00-03.00130.000.

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.: 606253/2019. Mark Anthony Cuthbertson, 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.

25-519. 10/2, 9, 16, 23

NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING BY THE TOWN OF BABYLON ACCESSORY APARTMENT REVIEW BOARD

Pursuant to provisions of Local Law # 9 of the Babylon Town Code,

notice is hereby given that the Town of Babylon Accessory Apartment Review Board will hold a public hearing in the Town Board Meeting Room in the East Wing of Town Hall, 200 East Sunrise Highway, Lindenhurst, New York on Tuesday eve, October 21st, 2025. Public hearings begin 6:00pm.

NEW

APPLICATIONS

•Asif Chhina 161 N. 20th Street Wheatley Heights, NY 11798

SCTM#0100-13-358

•Ilhami S. Kocabiyik 15 Mida Court West Babylon, NY 11704

SCTM#0100-102502-329

•Patrick Cajou 4 Johnson Street N. Amityville, NY 11701

SCTM#0100-172-185.001

Printing Instructions: RENEWALS BY AFFIDAVIT APPLICANTS, ARE NOT REQUIRED TO APPEAR. ALL NEW CASES WILL BE HEARD IN THE ORDER IN WHICH THEY ARE ADVERTISED. All interested persons should appear at the above time and place by order of Sandra Thomas, Chairperson, Accessory Apartment Review Board, Town of Babylon, North Lindenhurst, Suffolk County, New York.

Babylon Beacon: Thursday, October 16th, 2025 25-544. 10/16

Notice of Formation of Mixers and Elixirs by Dev LLC

Articles of Organization filed with the Secretary of State of New York (SSNY) on 07/30/2025

Office loctation, 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:

Mixers and Elixirs by Dev 71 Milbar Blvd Farmingdale NY 11735

Purpose: any lawful act.

25-521. 10/2, 9, 16, 23, 30, 11/6

NOTICE OF SALE

SUPREME COURTCOUNTY OF SUFFOLK

BANK OF AMERICA, N.A., Plaintiff, AGAINST ROBERT MADDOX

AS EXECUTOR OF THE ESTATE OF ALICE MC NAMARA A/K/A

ALICE MCNAMARA, et al. Defendant(s) Pursuant to a judgment of foreclosure and sale duly entered on June 27, 2025. I, the undersigned Referee, will sell at public auction at the Babylon Town Hall, 200 E. Sunrise Highway, Lindenhurst, NY 11757 on October 27, 2025 at 10:00 AM premises known as 35 Bayview Avenue, Babylon, NY 11702.

Please take notice that this foreclosure auction shall be conducted in compliance with the Foreclosure Auction Rules for Suffolk County and the COVID 19 Health Emergency Rules, including proper use of masks and social distancing. All that certain plot piece or parcel of land, with the buildings and improvements thereon erected, situate, lying and being in the Town of Babylon, County of Suffolk and State of New York.

District 0102 Section 018.00, Block 02.00 and Lot 017.000.

Approximate amount of judgment $1,076,594.02 plus interest and costs. Premises will be sold subject to provisions of filed Judgment. Index #000078/2014.

Jonathan B. Manley, Esq., Referee, Aldridge Pite, LLPAttorneys for Plaintiff - 40 Marcus Drive, Suite 200, Melville, NY 11747

25-517. 9/25, 10/2, 9, 16

Notice of formation of Big Party Guys LLC

Articles of Organization filed with the Secretary of State of New York (SSNY) on 08/01/2025

Office location, County of Suffolk.

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

SSNY shall mail a process served to: Zen Business at 41 State Street, Suite 112, Albany, NY,12207, USA, Purpose: any lawful act.

25-477. 9/11, 18, 25, 10/, 2, 9, 16

Notice is hereby given that a license, Application ID: CL-25-10404501 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 47 Wicks Road, Brentwood, NY 11717, County of Suffolk, for on premises consumption at Super Chicken Inc. 25-541 10/9, 16

SUPREME COURT OF THE STATE OF NEW YORK COUNTY OF SUFFOLK

WELLS FARGO BANK, N.A., AS TRUSTEE FOR THE HOLDERS OF THE BANC OF AMERICA

ALTERNATIVE LOAN TRUST 200510 MORTGAGE PASS-THROUGH CERTIFICATES, SERIES 2005-11, -againstDOROTA CZAPLICKA, 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 31, 2025, wherein WELLS FARGO BANK, N.A., AS TRUSTEE FOR THE HOLDERS OF THE BANC OF AMERICA ALTERNATIVE LOAN TRUST 200510 MORTGAGE PASS-THROUGH CERTIFICATES, SERIES 200511 is the Plaintiff and DOROTA CZAPLICKA, 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 October 30, 2025 at 12:00PM, premises known as 156 OAK ST, AMITYVILLE, NY 11701; and the following tax map identification: 0101-004.00-04.00030.000. ALL THAT CERTAIN PLOT, PIECE OR PARCEL OF LAND SITUATE LYING AND BEING IN THE INCORPORATED VILLAGE OF AMITYVILLE, TOWN OF BABYLON,

Public Notices

COUNTY OF SUFFOLK, AND STATE OF NEW YORK Premises will be sold subject to provisions of filed Judgment Index No.: 601360/2015. Danielle Coysh, 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.

25-506. 9/25, 10/2, 9, 16

SUPREME COURT OF THE STATE OF NEW YORK COUNTY OF SUFFOLK

WELLS FARGO BANK, N.A., -againstJUDE ESANBOR

A/K/A JUDE O. ESANBOR A/K/A JUDE OSAMENDE ESANBOR A/K/A JUNE O. ESANBOR, INDIVIDUALLY AND AS ADMINISTRATOR OF THE ESTATE OF WANDA ESANBOR A/K/A WANDA WILKES-ESANBOR, 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 13, 2025, wherein WELLS FARGO BANK, N.A. is the Plaintiff and JUDE ESANBOR A/K/A JUDE

O. ESANBOR A/K/A

JUDE OSAMENDE ESANBOR A/K/A JUNE O. ESANBOR,

INDIVIDUALLY AND AS ADMINISTRATOR OF THE ESTATE OF WANDA ESANBOR A/K/A WANDA WILKESESANBOR, 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 October 28, 2025 at 1:30PM, premises known as 228 NICOLS RD A/K/A NICOLLS ROAD, WYANDANCH A/K/A WHEATLEY HEIGHTS, NY 11798; and the following tax map identification: 0100-040.00-03.00022.000.

ALL THAT CERTAIN PLOT, PIECE OR PARCEL OF LAND WITH THE BUILDINGS AND IMPROVEMENTS THEREON ERECTED, SITUATE, LYING AND BEING AT WYANDANCH, IN THE TOWN OF BABYLON, SUFFOLK COUNTY, STATE OF NEW YORK Premises will be sold subject to provisions of filed Judgment Index No.: 621318/2016. Latoya Roberta-Angela James, 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

.25-515 9/25, 10/2, 9, 16

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

BANK OF AMERICA, N.A., Plaintiff - against - VINCENT PRISCO, et al Defendant(s). Pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered on July 14, 2025. I, the undersigned Referee will sell at public auction at the Babylon Town Hall, 200 East Sunrise Highway, Lindenhurst, NY 11757 on the 10th day of November, 2025 at 9:00 AM. All that certain plot, piece or parcel of land, situate, lying and being in the Village of Lindenhurst, Town of Babylon, County of Suffolk and State of New York.

Premises known as 881 South 7th Street, Lindenhurst, (Town of Babylon) NY 11757. (District: 0103, Section: 023.00, Block: 01.00, Lot: 035.003) Approximate amount of lien $289,407.07 plus interest and costs. Premises will be sold subject to provisions of filed judgment and terms of sale.

Index No. 619012/2023. Leonard B. Symons, Esq., Referee. Davidson Fink LLP Attorney(s) for Plaintiff 400 Meridian Centre Blvd, Ste 200 Rochester, NY 14618 Tel. 585/760-8218 For sale information, please visit Auction. com at www.Auction. com or call (800) 2802832

Dated: September 3, 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.

25-536. 10/9, 16, 23, 30

Notice is hereby given that a license, Application ID: NA-0370-25130983 for liquor, beer, wine, and cider has been applied for by the undersigned to sell liquor, beer, wine, and cider at retail in a Bar/Tavern under the Alcoholic Beverage Control Law at 37 Front Street, Greenport, NY 11944, County of Suffolk, for on premises consumption at The Old Bait Shop LLC 25-542. 10/9, 16

The Town of Babylon Rental Review Board will hold a Public Hearing at The Town of Babylon, 200 East Sunrise Highway, Lindenhurst, New York (East Wing Board Room) on Wednesday, October 22, 2025 at 6:00pm NEW APPLICATION

1. Anthony Cusicanqui 26 Cambridge St. Deer Park NY 11729

SCTM NO: 0100-26-3-22

2. Valsamma Verghese 15 Toysome Lane Deer Park NY 11729

SCTM NO: 0100-91-2-34

3. 928 N. Richmond Ave LLC 928 N. Richmond Ave. Lindenhurst NY 11757

SCTM NO: 0100156-1-7

4. Theophilus Godwin

63 Spruce St. Wyandanch NY 11798

SCTM NO: 0100-83-2-69.003

5. Concetta Leonardi & Phyllis Rios

29 Smith St. Deer Park NY 11729

SCTM NO: 0100-21-4-81

6. Stavroula Boutsis

1023 3rd St. West Babylon NY 11704

SCTM NO: 0100-134-1-4 RENEWALS

1. Daniel Wolfe 24 Croydon Rd. Amityville NY 11701

SCTM NO: 0100-174-3-111

2. Raymond Wardell 21 Ronek Dr. Copiague NY 11726

SCTM NO: 0100-175-1-82

3. Raymond Wardell 18 Emerald Lane N Amityville NY 11701

SCTM NO: 0100174-3-42

4. Raymond Wardell 22 Emerald Lane N. Amityville NY 11701

SCTM NO: 0100-174-3-40

5. Raymond Wardell

35 Madison Ave. N. Amityville NY 11701

SCTM NO: 0100164-3-51

6. Raymond Wardell

419 Albany Ave. Amityville NY 11701

SCTM NO: 0100-170-3-28

7. Squalino LLC

253 Riviera Dr. E. Lindenhurst NY 11757

SCTM NO: 0100-186-2-101 25-557 10/16

SUPREME COURT STATE OF NEW YORK COUNTY OF SUFFOLK -----------------------X

LUIGI STOLFA PLAINTIFF

-AGAINSTMONSTER HOME IMPROVEMENT

INC., EDIN CRUZ, MARLENE X CRUZ AND EC HOME IMPROVEMENT INC.

DEFENDANTS -----------------------X

STATE OF NEW YORK)

) SS: COUNTY OF SUFFOLK)

BY VIRTUE OF A CERTAIN EXECUTION ISSUED UPON A JUDGMENT IN THE SUPREME COURT, COUNTY OF SUFFOLK, STATE OF NEW YORK, AND TO ME DIRECTED AND DELIVERED AGAINST CERTAIN REAL PROPERTY THEREIN DESCRIBED, I HAVE SEIZED ALL THE RIGHT, TITLE AND INTEREST WHICH THE` DEFENDANT, MARLENE X CRUZ aka MARLENE X MIGNONE HAD ON THE 11TH DAY OF DECEMBER, 2024 OR ANY TIME THEREAFTER, OF IN AND TO THE FOLLOWING DESCRIBED PROPERTY, TO WIT: ALL THAT CERTAIN PLOT, PIECE OR PARCEL OF LAND WITH THE BUILDINGS AND IMPROVEMENTS THEREON ERECTED, SITUATE, LYING AND BEING AT LINDENHURST, TOWN OF BABYLON, COUNTY OF SUFFOLK AND STATE OF NEW YORK, KNOWN AS AND BY THE LOT NUMBER 54 AND PART OF LOT NUMBER 53 AND 55, IN BLOCK 30, SHEET 4, ON A CERTAIN

MAP ENTITLED, “MAP OF THE CITY OF BRESLAU, MADE BY WHEELER 1879” AND FIELD IN THE OFFICE OF THE CLERK OF SUFFOK COUNTY AS MAP NUMBER 133, AND REFILED ON NOVEMBER 20TH 1879 AS MAP NUMBER 155, BOUNDED AND DESCRIBED AS FOLLOWS: BEGINNING AT A POINT ON THE NORTHERLY LINE OF 32ND STREET, DISTANT 135.60 FEET WESTERLY FROM THE CORNER FORMED BY THE INTERSECTION OF THE WESTERLY LINE OF BUFFALO AVENUE AND THE NORTHERLY LINE OF 32ND STREET; RUNNING THENCE NORTHERLY AT RIGHT ANGLES TO 32ND STREET, 100.16 FEET; THENCE WESTERLY PARALLEL TO 32ND STREET, 60 FEET; THENCE SOUTHERLY AGAIN AT RIGHT ANGLES TO 32ND STREET, 100.16 FEET OT THE NORTHERLY LINE OF 32ND STREET; THENCE EASTERLY ALONG THE NORTHERLY LINE OF 32ND STREET, 60 FEET TO THE POINT OR PLACE OF BEGINNING. WHICH I SHALL EXPOSE FOR SALE BY PUBLIC VENDUE AS THE LAW DIRECTS ON THE 2ND DAY OF DECEMBER, 2025 AT 11:00 A.M. IN THE FORENOON OF THAT DAY, SALE TO BE HELD IN THE AUDITORIUM AT THE SUFFOLK COUNTY SHERIFF’S OFFICE, 360 YAPHANK AVENUE, YAPHANK, SUFFOLK COUNTY, NEW YORK TERMS OF SALE: PAYMENT BY CASH, CERTIFIED

Public Notices

CHECK OR ATTORNEY’S CHECK. BANK CHECKS TO BE MADE PAYABLE TO SHERIFF OF SUFFOLK COUNTY (AND INCLUDE OR YOURSELF). THIRD PARTY CHECKS WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED. AT LEAST TEN PER CENT (10%) DOWN AT CONCLUSION OF BIDDING WITH THE BALANCE DUE NO LATER THAN 4:00 P.M. OF THE NEXT BUSINESS DAY. NOTE: DOWN PAYMENT MAY BE SUBJECT TO FORFEITURE IF THE BALANCE DUE IS NOT PAID BY THE DUE DATE. DATED AT YAPHANK, NEW YORK

AS TRUSTEE FOR THE CERTIFICATEHOLDERS OF THE CWABS, INC., ASSET-BACKED CERTIFICATES, SERIES 2007-1 is the Plaintiff and CLARENCE VEREEN, ET AL. are the Defendant(s). I, the undersigned Referee, will sell at public auction at the BABYLON TOWN HALL, 200 EAST SUNRISE HIGHWAY, NORTH LINDENHURST, NY 11757, on November 19, 2025 at 2:00PM, premises known as 49 WATERFORD DRIVE, WHEATLEY HEIGHTS, NY 11798; and the following tax map identification: 0100-012.00-01.00068.000.

ERROL D. TOULON, Jr.,Ed.D, SHERIFF THIS 2ND DAY OF OCTOBER, 2025 SUFFOLK COUNTY, NEW YORK

25-527 10/2, 16, 30, 11/13

SUPREME COURT OF THE STATE OF NEW YORK COUNTY OF SUFFOLK

THE BANK OF NEW YORK MELLON FKA THE BANK OF NEW YORK, AS TRUSTEE FOR THE CERTIFICATEHOLDERS OF THE CWABS, INC., ASSET-BACKED CERTIFICATES, SERIES 2007-1, -againstCLARENCE VEREEN, ET AL. NOTICE OF SALE NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN pursuant to a Final Judgment of Foreclosure entered in the Office of the Clerk of the County of Suffolk on December 10, 2024, wherein THE BANK OF NEW YORK MELLON FKA THE BANK OF NEW YORK,

SUPREME COURT OF THE STATE OF NEW YORK COUNTY OF SUFFOLK

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

Premises will be sold subject to provisions of filed Judgment Index No.: 600530/2023. Maria Sideris, Esq. - 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. 25-551. 10/16, 23, 30, 11/6

BETHPAGE FEDERAL CREDIT UNION, -againstCOREY C. JACKSON, ET AL. NOTICE OF SALE NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN pursuant to a Final Judgment of Foreclosure entered in the Office of the Clerk of the County of Suffolk on December 21, 2023, wherein BETHPAGE FEDERAL CREDIT UNION is the Plaintiff and COREY C. JACKSON, 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 November 20, 2025 at 9:00AM, premises known as 318 WEST 22ND STREET, DEER PARK, NY 11729; and the following tax map identification: 0100085.00-02.00-068.000. ALL THAT CERTAIN PLOT, PIECE OR PARCEL OF LAND WITH THE BUILDINGS AND IMPROVEMENTS THEREON ERECTED, SITUATE, LYING AND BEING IN THE TOWN OF BABYLON, COUNTY OF SUFFOLK AND STATE OF NEW YORK

Premises will be sold subject to provisions of filed Judgment Index No.: 612939/2016. Lynn Poster-Zimmerman, 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.

25-550 10/16, 23, 30, 11/6

SUPREME COURT OF THE STATE OF NEW YORK COUNTY OF SUFFOLK LAKEVIEW LOAN SERVICING, LLC, -againstJONATHAN A. CAMACHO A/K/A JONATHAN CAMACHO, 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 22, 2023, wherein LAKEVIEW LOAN SERVICING, LLC is the Plaintiff and JONATHAN A. CAMACHO A/K/A JONATHAN CAMACHO, 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 November 19, 2025 at 2:30PM, premises known as 412 LITTLE EAST NECK ROAD, BABYLON, NY 11702; and the following tax map identification: 0102020.00-01.00-071.000. 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, SUFFOLK COUNTY, NEW YORK

Premises will be sold subject to provisions of filed Judgment Index No.: 610085/2022. Justin N. Lite, 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. 25-549 10/16, 23, 30, 11/6

NOTICE OF SALE SUPREME COURT COUNTY OF SUFFOLK U.S. Bank Trust Company, National Association, as Trustee, as successor-ininterest to U.S. Bank National Association, as trustee, on behalf of the holders of the J.P. Morgan Mortgage Acquisition Trust 2006-WMC4 Asset Backed PassThrough Certificates, Series 2006-WMC4, Plaintiff AGAINST Troy Rosenthal, as Heir of the Estate of Sheila Mathon aka Sheila E. Mathon, deceased; Tracey Casamassima, as Heir of the Estate of Sheila Mathon aka Sheila E. Mathon, deceased; et al., Defendant(s) Pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale duly entered August 4, 2025, I, the undersigned Referee will sell at public auction at the Babylon Town Hall, 200 East Sunrise Highway, Lindenhurst, NY 11757 on November 18, 2025 at 1:30 PM, premises known as 815 Anthony Drive, Lindenhurst, NY 11757. 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, Village of Li ndenhurst, County of Suffolk and State of New York, District: 0103 Section: 025.00 Block: 02.00 Lot: 049.008. Approximate amount of judgment $706,940.91 plus interest and costs. Premises will be sold subject to provisions of filed Judgment Index #602767/2017. Robert T. Samson, Esq., Referee McCalla Raymer Leibert Pierce, LLC 420 Lexington Avenue-Suite 840 New York, NY 10170 2108825NY 87468 25-554. 10/16,23, 30, 11/6

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612735/2025

Date Filed: 05/13/2025

SUPPLEMENTAL SUMMONS WITH NOTICE MORTGAGED

PREMISES: 177 42nd Street Lindenhurst, NY 11757

SBL #: 0103-002.0001.00-027.000

Plaintiff designates SUFFOLK County as the place of trial; venue is based upon the county in which the mortgaged premises is situate.

STATE OF NEW YORK

SUPREME COURT: COUNTY OF SUFFOLK

JPMorgan Chase Bank, National Association Plaintiff, vs.

Emilio Araujo; Public Administrator of Suffolk County as Administrator of The Estate of Theresa Santo, deceased; Unknown Heirs of The Estate of Theresa Santo, deceased and all the heirs at law, next of kin, distributees, devisees, grantees, trustees, lienors, creditors, assignees and successors in interest of any of the aforesaid defendants, next of kin, distributees, devisees, grantees, trustees, lienors, creditors, assignees and successors in interest of any of the aforesaid classes of person, if they or any of them be dead, and their respective husbands, wives or widows, if any, and all of whom and whose names and places of residence are unknown to plaintiff; United States of America o/b/o Internal Revenue Service; New York State Department of Taxation and Finance; Clerk of the Suffolk County Traffic & Parking Violations Agency; Slomin`s Inc.; Our Lady of Consola-

tion Nursing Home; Pamela Araujo, as heir at law; John Doe #1 through #6, and Jane Doe #1 through #6, the last twelve names being fictitious, it being the intention of Plaintiff to designate any and all occupants, tenants, persons or corporations, if any, having or claiming an interest in or lien upon the premises being foreclosed herein

TO THE ABOVE 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 attorneys for the Plaintiff within 20 days after the service of this Summons, exclusive of the day of service (or within 30 days after service is complete if this Summons is not personally delivered to you within the State of New York). In case of your failure to appear or answer, judgment will be taken against you by default for the relief demanded in the Amended Complaint. NOTICE YOU ARE IN DANGER OF LOSING YOUR HOME IF YOU DO NOT RESPOND TO THIS SUMMONS AND COMPLAINT BY SERVING A COPY OF THE ANSWER ON THE ATTORNEY FOR THE MORTGAGE COMPANY WHO FILED THIS FORECLOSURE PROCEEDING AGAINST YOU AND FILING THE ANSWER WITH THE COURT, A DEFAULT JUDGMENT MAY BE ENTERED AND YOU CAN LOSE YOUR HOME. SPEAK TO AN AT-

TORNEY OR GO TO THE COURT WHERE YOUR CASE IS PENDING FOR FURTHER INFORMATION ON HOW TO ANSWER THE SUMMONS AND PROTECT YOUR PROPERTY. SENDING 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 OBJECT of the above captioned action is to foreclose a Mortgage to secure $170,000.00 and interest, recorded in the Office of the Clerk of Suffolk on August 2, 2006 , in Liber M00021352, Page 495., covering premises known as 177 42nd Street, Lindenhurst, NY 11757, SBL #: 0103-002.0001.00-027.00.

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. The Plaintiff also seeks a deficiency judgment against the Defendants and for any debt secured by said Mortgage which is not satisfied by the proceeds of the sale of said premises.

TO the Defendants Unknown Heirs of The Estate of Theresa Santo, deceased and all the heirs at law, next of kin, distributees, devisees, grantees, trustees, lienors, creditors, assignees and successors in interest of any of the aforesaid defendants, next of kin, distributees, devisees, grantees,

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trustees, lienors, creditors, assignees and successors in interest of any of the aforesaid classes of person, if they or any of them be dead, and their respective husbands, wives or widows, if any, and all of whom and whose names and places of residence are unknown to plaintiff, the foregoing Supplemental Summons with Notice is served upon you by publication pursuant to an Order of the Hon. C. Stephen Hackeling, J.S.C. of the Supreme Court of the State of New York, County of Suffolk, dated and filed September 17, 2025. Dated: September 24, 2025 /s/ Deborah M. Gallo

Deborah M. Gallo, Esq.

McCalla Raymer Leibert Pierce, LLP

420 Lexington Avenue, Suite 840 New York, New York 10170

Phone: 347.286.7409

Fax: 347-286-7414

Attorneys for Plaintiff, JPMorgan Chase Bank, National Association, HELP FOR HOMEOWNERS IN FORECLOSURE NEW YORK STATE LAW REQUIRES THAT WE SEND YOU THIS NOTICE ABOUT THE FORECLOSURE PROCESS. PLEASE READ IT CAREFULLY. SUMMONS AND COMPLAINT YOU ARE IN DANGER OF LOSING YOUR HOME. IF YOU FAIL TO RESPOND TO THE SUMMONS AND COMPLAINT IN THIS FORECLOSURE ACTION, YOU MAY LOSE YOUR HOME. PLEASE READ THE SUMMONS AND COMPLAINT CAREFULLY. YOU SHOULD IMMEDIATELY CONTACT

AN ATTORNEY OR YOUR LOCAL LEGAL AID OFFICE TO OBTAIN ADVICE ON HOW TO PROTECT YOURSELF. SOURCES OF INFORMATION AND ASSISTANCE.

The State encourages you to become informed about your options in foreclosure. In addition to seeking assistance from an attorney or legal aid office, there are government agencies and non-profit organizations that you may contact for information about possible options, including trying to work with your lender during this process. To locate an entity near you, you may call the toll-free helpline maintained by the New York State Banking Department of Financial Services at 1-800-342-3736 or visit the Department's website at www.dfs. ny.gov.

FORECLOSURE RESCUE SCAMS

Be careful of people who approach you with offers to "save" your home. There are individuals who watch for notices of foreclosure actions in order to unfairly profit from a homeowner's distress. You should be extremely careful about any such promises and any suggestions that you pay them a fee or sign over your deed. State law requires anyone offering such services for profit to enter into a contract which fully describes the services they will perform and fees they will charge, and which prohibits them from taking any money from you until they have completed all such promised services.

25-537. 10/9, 16, 23, 30

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 November 10, 2025 at 2:30 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#102538 25-538 10/ 9, 16, 23, 30

SUFFOLK COUNTY NOTICE OF SALE SUPREME COURT - STATE OF NEW YORK - COUNTY OF SUFFOLK BETTER PROPERTY ENTERPRISES LLC., Plaintiff, -AGAINSTALBANY AMITYVILLE LLC, 510 AMITYVILLE LLC, et al., Defendants. Pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale duly entered on August 8, 2025, the court appointed Referee, will sell at public auction at the Town of Babylon, Town Hall, 200 East Sunrise Hwy, Lindenhurst, NY 11757 on November 5, 2025, at 9:30 AM. Premises known as 510 Albany Avenue, 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 County of Suffolk, State of New York. Section 173.00 Block 01.00 and Lots 13.00. Approximate amount of judgement: $294,688.93 plus interest and costs.

Premises will be sold subject to provisions of filed judgement, Index No.: 630800/2023 Referee: Laurie Gatto, Esq. Plaintiff Attorney: Solomon Herrera McCormick, PLLC - 40 Marcus Drive, Suite 202, Melville, New York 11747

25-533. 10/9, 16, 23, 30

NOTICE OF SALE SUPREME COURT COUNTY OF SUFFOLK U.S. BANK NATIONAL ASSOCIATION, AS TRUSTEE FOR STRUCTURED ASSET SECURITIES CORPORATION MORTGAGE PASSTHROUGH CERTIFICATES, SERIES 2007-GEL2, Plaintiff AGAINST LUIS A. ESPINAL LOPEZ AKA LUIS ALONSO ESPINAL LOPEZ, PIERRE JUSTIN, ET AL., Defendant(s)

Pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale duly entered July 18, 2022, I, the undersigned Referee will sell at public auction at the Babylon Town Hall, 200 East Sunrise Highway, Lindenhurst, NY 11757 on November 10, 2025 at 3:00 PM, premises known as 128 North 17th Street, Wyandanch, NY 11798. All that certain plot piece or parcel of land, with the buildings and improvements erected, situate, lying and being at Wyandanch, in the Town of Babylon,

County of Suffolk and State of New York, District 0100, Section 013.00, Block 03.00, Lot 129.000. Approximate amount of judgment $719,102.74 plus interest and costs. Premises will be sold subject to provisions of filed Judgment Index #603217/2017 . Joseph L. Fritz, Esq., Referee Gross Polowy, LLC 1775 Wehrle Drive Williamsville, NY 14221 16-005240 87356

25-534 10/ 9, 16, 23, 30

SUPREME COURT OF THE STATE OF NEW YORK COUNTY OF SUFFOLK DEUTSCHE BANK NATIONAL TRUST COMPANY, AS TRUSTEE FOR FREMONT HOME LOAN TRUST 20052, ASSET-BACKED CERTIFICATES, SERIES 2005-2, -againstGABB'NDUTHIEL T THERMITUS, AS HEIR AND DISTRIBUTEE OF THE ESTATE OF THIELO THERMITUS, 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 7, 2025, wherein DEUTSCHE BANK NATIONAL TRUST COMPANY, AS TRUSTEE FOR FREMONT HOME LOAN TRUST 20052, ASSET-BACKED CERTIFICATES, SERIES 2005-2 is the Plaintiff and GABB'NDUTHIEL T THERMITUS, AS HEIR AND DISTRIBUTEE OF THE ESTATE OF THIELO THERMITUS, 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 November 7, 2025 at 9:30AM, premises known as 60 CROWN STREET, DEER PARK, NY 11729; and the following tax map identification: 0100-090.0001.00-076.000. ALL THAT CERTAIN PLOT, PIECE OR PARCEL OF LAND, SITUATE, LYING AND BEING IN THE TOWN OF BABYLON, COUNTY OF SUFFOLK AND STATE OF NEW YORK

Premises will be sold subject to provisions of filed Judgment Index No.: 616162/2019. Richard Lavorata, Jr., Esq.Referee. Robertson, Anschutz, Schneid, Crane & Partners, PLLC, 900 Merchants Concourse, Suite 310, Westbury, New York 11590, Attorneys for Plaintiff. All foreclosure sales will be conducted in accordance with Covid-19 guidelines including, but not limited to, social distancing and mask wearing. *LOCATION OF SALE SUBJECT TO CHANGE DAY OF IN ACCORDANCE WITH COURT/CLERK DIRECTIVES.

25-528 10/9, 16, 23, 30

SUPREME COURT OF THE STATE OF NEW YORK COUNTY OF SUFFOLK

PHH MORTGAGE CORPORATION, -againstVINCENT BAIO, ET AL.

NOTICE OF SALE NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN pursuant to a Final Judgment of Foreclosure entered in the Office of the Clerk of the County of Suffolk on April 17, 2023, wherein PHH MORTGAGE CORPORATION is the Plaintiff and VINCENT BAIO, ET AL. are the Defendant(s). I, the undersigned Referee, will sell at public auction at the BABYLON TOWN HALL, 200 EAST SUNRISE HIGHWAY, NORTH LINDENHURST, NY 11757, on November 10, 2025 at 3:00PM, premises known as 5 JACQUELINE WAY, #105C, NORTH BABYLON, NY 11703; and the following tax map identification: 0100089.01-01.00-005.000. ALL THAT CERTAIN PLOT, PIECE, OR PARCEL OF

LAND, WITH THE BUILDINGS AND IMPROVEMENTS

ERECTED THEREON, SITUATE, LYING AND BEING IN NORTH BABYLON, IN THE TOWN OF BABYLON, COUNTY OF SUFFOLK, AND STATE OF NEW YORK

Premises will be sold subject to provisions of filed Judgment Index No.: 603686/2016. Scott Lockwood, Esq. - Referee. Robertson, Anschutz, Schneid, Crane & Partners, PLLC, 900 Merchants Concourse, Suite 310, Westbury, New York 11590, Attorneys for Plaintiff. All foreclosure sales will be conducted in accordance with Covid-19 guidelines including, but not limited to, social distancing and mask wearing. *LOCATION OF SALE SUBJECT TO CHANGE DAY OF IN ACCORDANCE WITH COURT/ CLERK DIRECTIVES.

25-529 10/9, 16, 23, 30

SUPREME COURT OF THE STATE OF NEW YORK COUNTY OF SUFFOLK

OCWEN LOAN SERVICING, LLC, -againstDENNIS NOTO, ET AL.

NOTICE OF SALE NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN pursuant to a Final Judgment of Foreclosure entered in the Office of the Clerk of the County of Suffolk on September 14, 2018, wherein OCWEN LOAN SERVICING, LLC is the Plaintiff and DENNIS NOTO, ET AL. are the Defendant(s). I, the undersigned Referee, will sell at public auction at the BABYLON TOWN HALL, 200 EAST SUNRISE

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HIGHWAY, NORTH LINDENHURST, NY 11757, on November 12, 2025 at 2:00PM, premises known as 43 BAYLAWN AVE

A/K/A 43A AND 43 BAYLAWN AVE, COPIAGUE, NY 11726; and the following tax map identification: 0100-192.00-01.00037.000.

ALL THAT CERTAIN PLOT, PIECE OR PARCEL OF LAND, WITH THE BUILDINGS AND IMPROVEMENTS THEREON ERECTED, SITUATE, LYING AND BEING IN THE HAMLET OF COPIAGUE, IN THE TOWN OF BABYLON, COUNTY OF SUFFOLK AND STATE OF NEW YORK

Premises will be sold subject to provisions of filed Judgment Index No.: 610012/2016. Jonathan A. Baum, Esq. - 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. 25-530. 10/9, 16, 23, 30

SUPREME COURT OF THE STATE OF NEW YORK COUNTY OF SUFFOLK

BANK OF AMERICA, N.A., -against-

MARIE C. LANES

A/K/A MARIE

LANES A/K/A MARIE C. WILLOUGHBY, ET AL.

NOTICE OF SALE NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN pursuant to a Final Judgment of Foreclosure entered in the Office of the Clerk of the County of Suffolk on February 5, 2025, wherein BANK OF AMERICA, N.A. is the Plaintiff and MARIE C. LANES

A/K/A MARIE

LANES A/K/A MARIE C. WILLOUGHBY, ET AL. are the Defendant(s). I, the undersigned Referee, will sell at public auction at the BABYLON TOWN HALL, 200 EAST SUNRISE HIGHWAY, NORTH LINDENHURST, NY 11757, on November 12, 2025 at 2:00PM, premises known as 512 LEADER AVENUE, NORTH BABYLON, NY 11703; and the following tax map identification: 0100116.00-01.00-106.000. ALL THAT CERTAIN PLOT, PIECE OR PARCEL OF LAND, WITH THE BUILDINGS AND IMPROVEMENTS THEREON, SITUATE, LYING AND BEING IN NORTH BABYLON, TOWN OF BABYLON, COUNTY OF SUFFOLK AND STATE OF NEW YORK Premises will be sold subject to provisions of filed Judgment Index No.: 601035/2019. James A. Pascarella, Esq. - Referee. Robertson, Anschutz, Schneid, Crane & Partners, PLLC, 900 Merchants Concourse, Suite 310, Westbury, New York 11590, Attorneys for Plaintiff. All foreclosure sales will be conducted in accordance with Covid-19 guidelines including, but not limited to, social distancing and mask wearing. *LOCATION OF SALE SUBJECT TO CHANGE DAY OF

IN ACCORDANCE WITH COURT/ CLERK DIRECTIVES.

25-531. 10/9, 16, 23, 30

SUPREME COURT OF THE STATE OF NEW YORK

COUNTY OF SUFFOLK

DEUTSCHE BANK NATIONAL TRUST COMPANY, AS TRUSTEE FOR MORGAN STANLEY ABS CAPITAL

I INC. TRUST 2007HE3 MORTGAGE PASS-THROUGH CERTIFICATES, SERIES 2007-HE3, -againstSONIA JACKSON, 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 5, 2024, wherein DEUTSCHE BANK NATIONAL TRUST COMPANY, AS TRUSTEE FOR MORGAN STANLEY ABS CAPITAL I INC. TRUST 2007HE3 MORTGAGE PASS-THROUGH CERTIFICATES, SERIES 2007-HE3 is the Plaintiff and SONIA JACKSON, 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 November 12, 2025 at 10:30AM, premises known as 320 COMMACK ROAD, DEER PARK, NY 11729; and the following tax map identification: 0100091.00-01.00-061.002. ALL THAT CERTAIN PLOT, PIECE OR PARCEL OF LAND SITUATE, LYING AND BEING IN THE HAMLET OF DEER PARK, TOWN OF

BABYLON, COUNTY OF SUFFOLK AND STATE OF NEW YORK Premises will be sold subject to provisions of filed Judgment Index No.: 611567/2021. Peter Kramer, Esq. - Referee. The Referee may be reached by phone at 516-510-4020. 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. 25-532. 10/9, 16, 23, 30

NOTICE OF SALE SUPREME COURT COUNTY OF Suffolk, AJAX Mortgage Loan Trust 2023-B, Mortgage-Backed Securities, Series 2023-B, by U.S. Bank Trust Company, National Association, as Indenture Trustee, Plaintiff, vs. Kamona Ayres a/k/a Ramona Ayres, ET AL., Defendant(s). Pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale duly entered on March 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 November 12, 2025 at 10:00 a.m., premises known as 71 Ronald Drive North a/k/a North Ronald Drive, Amityville, NY 11701. All that certain plot, piece or parcel of land, with the buildings and im-

provements thereon erected, situate, lying and being in Amityville, in the Town of Babylon, County of Suffolk and State of New York, District 0100, Section 165.00, Block 02.00 and Lot 003.000. Approximate amount of judgment is $762,116.69 plus interest and costs. Premises will be sold subject to provisions of filed Judgment Index #610279/2022.

William J. Garry, Esq, Referee Friedman Vartolo LLP, 85 Broad Street, Suite 501, New York, New York 10004, Attorneys for Plaintiff. Firm File No.: 212836-1 25-535 10/ 9, 16, 23, 30

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COUNTY OF SUFFOLK _______ U.S. BANK, NATIONAL ASSOCIATION, AS SUCCESSOR

TRUSTEE TO BANK OF AMERICA, N.A., AS SUCCESSOR BY MERGER TO LASALLE BANK, N.A., AS TRUSTEE FOR THE HOLDERS OF SALOMON BROS MORTGAGE SECURITIES VII, INC.

MORTGAGE PASSTHROUGH CERTIFICATES, SERIES 1997-HUD2, Plaintiff, -vs- JOHN M. JACKSON; Any unknown heirs to the Estate of BERDINE IVORY next of kin, devisees, legatees, distributees, grantees, assignees, creditors, lienors, trustees, executors, administrators or successors in interest, as well as the respective heirs at law, next of kin, devisees, legatees, distributees, grantees, assignees, lienors, trustees, executors, administrators or successors in interest of the aforesaid classes of persons, if they or any of them be dead, all of whom and whose names and places of residence are unknown to the plaintiff; Any unknown heirs to the Estate of THEODIS WELLS next of kin, devisees, legatees, distributees, grantees, assignees, creditors, lienors, trustees, executors, administrators or successors in interest, as well as the respective heirs at law, next of kin, devisees, legatees, distributees, grantees, assignees, lienors, trustees, executors, administrators or successors in interest of the aforesaid classes of persons, if they or any of them be dead, all of whom and whose names and places of residence are unknown to the plaintiff; STACEY AN -

NETTE GOODMAN

A/K/A STACEY A.

TUCKER A/K/A

STACEY A. JACK -

SON A/K/A STACEY

IVORY, if living, and if she be dead, her respective heirs-at-law, next of kin, distributees, executors, administrators, trustees, devisees, legatees, assignees, lienors, creditors and successors in interest, and generally all persons having or claiming under, by or through said who may be deceased, by purchase, inheritance, lien or otherwise, any right, title or interest in and to the premises; LONZELL N. IVORY SR.; CUNNOR DEAN

IVORY A/K/A CONNOR D. IVORY, if living, and if she be dead, her respective heirs-at-law, next of kin, distributees, executors, administrators, trustees, devisees, legatees, assignees, lienors, creditors and successors in interest, and generally all persons having or claiming under, by or through said who may be deceased, by purchase, inheritance, lien or otherwise, any right, title or interest in and to the premises; KAYMEL IVORY; DAVID L. IVORY; RACHEL LOMINI

A/K/A RACHEL GRAVES; BEULAH J. IVORY; SHERRON DE BOOKHART; JAMES L. IVORY; JEROME M. IVORY; PATRICIA ANN ARMSTRONG

A/K/A PATRICIA IVORY; WILLIAM IVORY; RONZELL ZELL IVORY; JOHN M. JACKSON JR.; PRINCE G. IVORY; JENNIFER ANN WELLS, if living, and if she be dead, her respective heirs-at-law, next of kin, distributees, executors, administrators, trustees, devisees, legatees, assignees, lienors, creditors and successors in in-

terest, and generally all persons having or claiming under, by or through said who may be deceased, by purchase, inheritance, lien or otherwise, any right, title or interest in and to the premises; JOE WILLIE WELLS; NORTHSTAR CAPITAL ACQUISITION LLC; CLERK OF THE SUFFOLK COUNTY DISTRICT COURT; CLERK OF THE SUFFOLK COUNTY TRAFFIC & PARKING VIOLATIONS AGENCY; COMMISSIONER OF TAXATION & FINANCE; PEOPLE OF THE STATE OF NEW YORK; TIMOTHY GUARIN; CREDIT ACCEPTANCE CORPORATION; JOSEPH PERCIVAL; TOWN SUPERVISOR, TOWN OF ISLIP; TOWN SUPERVISOR, TOWN OF BABYLON; PORTFOLIO RECOVERY ASSOCIATES LLC; BETHPAGE FEDERAL CREDIT UNION; MARY DOE Defendants. _______ Filed: 9/9/2025 Index No.: 620562/2024 SUPPLEMENTAL SUMMONS Mortgaged Premises: 107 N 18th Street Wyandanch, (Town of Babylon) NY 11798 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 Plaintiff's attorney within twenty (20) days after the service of this Summons, exclusive of the day of service, or within thirty (30) days after completion of service where service is made in any other manner than by personal delivery within the State. The United States of America, if designated as a Defendant in this action, may answer or appear within sixty (60) days

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of service hereof. In case of your failure to appear or answer, judgment will be taken against you by default for the relief demanded in the Complaint.

NOTICE OF NATURE OF ACTION AND RELIEF

SOUGHT THE OBJECT of the above captioned action is for the foreclosure of: Mortgage bearing the date of December 10, 1990, executed by Berdine Ivory & John M. Jackson & Theodis Wells to First Northern Mortgagee Corp. to secure the sum of $89,050.00, and interest, and recorded in the Office of the Clerk of Suffolk County on January 9, 1991 in Book: 16525, Page: 97. That Fleet Northern Mortgage Corporation duly assigned said Note and Mortgage to Chemical Bank by Assignment dated December 10, 1990 and recorded on January 9, 1991 in the Office of the Clerk of Suffolk County in Book: 16993, Page: 39. That Chemical Bank duly assigned said Note and Mortgage to Chemical Mortgage Company by Assignment dated September 2, 1992 and recorded on September 8, 1992 in the Office of the Clerk of Suffolk County in Book 18072 Page 564. That JPMorgan Chase Bank, National Association, s/b/m Chase Home Finance LLC, s/b/m to Chase Manhattan Mortgage Corporation, s/b/m to Chase Mortgage Company, f/k/a Chemical Mortgage Company duly assigned said Note and Mortgage to Chemical Bank by GAP Assignment dated January 21, 2022 and recorded on March 12, 2022 in the Office of the Clerk of Suffolk County in Book 23392 Page 189. That Chemical Bank duly assigned said

Note and Mortgage to Secretary of Housing and Urban Development of Washington, D.C. by Assignment dated July 9, 1993 and recorded on July 27, 1993 in the Office of the Clerk of Suffolk County in Book 18687 Page 267. That U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development duly assigned said Note and Mortgage to CS First Boston Mortgage Capital Corp. by Assignment dated September 4, 1996 and recorded on April 25, 1997 in the Office of the Clerk of Suffolk County in Book 19191 Page 710. That Credit Suisso First Boston Mortgage Capital LLC Successor by merger to CS First Boston Mortgage Capital Corp. duly assigned said Note and Mortgage to Salomon Brothers Realty Corp. by Assignment dated June 20, 1997 and recorded on April 10, 1998 in the Office of the Clerk of Suffolk County in Book 19323 Page 162. That Salomon Brothers Realty Corp. duly assigned said Note and Mortgage to LaSalle National Bank, as Trustee for the registered holders of Salomon Brothers Mortgage Securities VII, Inc., Series 1997-HUD2, without recourse by Assignment dated November 25, 1997 and recorded on April 10, 1998 in the Office of the Clerk of Suffolk County in Book 19323 Page 163. The relief sought in the within action is a final judgment directing the sale of the Mortgaged Premises described above to satisfy the debt secured by the Mortgage described above. Plaintiff designates Suffolk County as the place of trial. The basis of venue is the County in which the Mortgaged Premises is situated. Dis-

trict: 0100 Section: 039.00 Block: 02.00 Lot: 095.000 DATED: May 13, 2025 Rochester, New York 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 (MORTGAGE COMPANY) AND FILING THE ANSWER WITH THE COURT. Molly L. Chapman, Esq. DAVIDSON FINK LLP

Attorneys for Plaintiff 400 Meridian Centre Blvd., Ste. 200 Rochester, New York 14618 Tel: (585) 760-8218 WE ARE ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. SCHEDULE A LEGAL DESCRIPTION ALL that certain plot, piece or parcel of land, with the buildings and improvements thereon erected, situate, lying and being at Wyandanch, in the Town of Babylon, Suffolk County, State of New York, known and designated as and by Lot Numbers 37, 38, 39, 40

and 41 in Block 29, as laid down on a certain map entitled, “Map of Wheatley Heights”, and filed in the Office of the Clerk of the County of Suffolk, May 1, 1955, as and by the Map No. 1122, bounded and described as follows: BEGINNING at the corner formed by the intersection of the southerly side of Nicholl's Road (Nicholl' s Avenue) and the easterly side of North 18th Street (18th St.); RUNNING THENCE north 82 degrees 02 minutes east and along the southerly side of Nicholl's Road 100 feet; RUNNING THENCE south 7 degrees 58 minutes east, 125 feet: RUNNING THENCE south 82 degrees 02 minutes west, 100 feet to the easterly side of North 18th Street; and RUNNING THENCE north 7 degrees 58 minutes west and along the easterly side of North 18th Street, 125 feet to the corner aforesaid at the point or place of BEGINNING. which has the address of 107 North 18th Street, Wyandanch, New York 11798. Being the same property as conveyed from Michael L. Knight to Berdine Ivory & John M. Jackson & Theodis Wells, as tenants in common as set forth in Deed Book 11202 Page 527 dated 12/10/1990, recorded 01/09/1991, Suffolk County, New York.

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SUPREME COURT - COUNTY OF SUFFOLK - BABYLON. THE BANK OF NEW YORK MELLON FKA THE BANK OF NEW YORK, AS TRUSTEE FOR THE CERTIFICATEHOLDERS OF CWALT, INC., ALTERNATIVE LOAN TRUST 2006-OA7,

MORTGAGE PASSTHROUGH CERTIFICATES, SERIES 2006-OA7, Plaintiff -against- TANYA M. SMITH AKA TANYA NASH; MICHAEL A. SMITH, et al Defendant(s). Pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale dated December 12, 2023 and entered on January 23, 2024, I, the undersigned Referee will sell at public auction on the front steps of the Babylon Town Hall, 200 East Sunrise Highway, North Lindenhurst, NY on November 14, 2025 at 3:00 p.m. premises situate, lying and being at North Amityville, Town of Babylon, County of Suffolk and State of New York, bounded and described as follows: BEGINNING at a point on the corner formed by the intersection of the southerly side of 44th Street with the easterly side of Pacific Street; being a plot 100.16 feet by 66.77 feet by 100.16 feet by 66.77. DSBL: 0100-202.00-03.00046.002 Said premises known as 450 PACIFIC STREET, COPIAGUE, NY 11726 Approximate amount of lien $340,560.35 plus interest & costs. Premises will be sold subject to provisions of filed Judgment and Terms of Sale. Index Number 601574/2023.

ROBERT T. FUCHS, ESQ., Referee Pincus & Tarab Attorney(s) for Plaintiff 425 RXR Plaza, Uniondale, NY 11556 25-548. 10/16, 23, 30, 11/6

NOTICE OF SALE

SUPREME COURTCOUNTY OF SUFFOLK

U.S. BANK TRUST

NATIONAL ASSOCIATION, NOT IN ITS INDIVIDUAL CAPACITY BUT SOLELY AS OWNER TRUSTEE FOR RCF2 ACQUISITION TRUST, Plaintiff, AGAINST BRENDA EGNER, JOHN EGNER, et al. Defendant(s)

Pursuant to a judgment of foreclosure and sale duly entered on May 30, 2025.

I, the undersigned Referee, will sell at public auction at the Babylon Town Hall, 200 E. Sunrise Highway, Lindenhurst, NY 11757 on November 13, 2025 at 2:30 PM premises known as 14 Chevy Chase, Amityville, NY 11701.

Please take notice that this foreclosure auction shall be conducted in compliance with the Foreclosure Auction Rules for Suffolk County, and the COVID 19 Health Emergency Rules, including proper use of masks and social distancing.

All that certain plot piece or parcel of land, with the buildings and improvements thereon erected, situate, lying and being at Amityville, Town of Babylon, County of Suffolk and State of New York. Section 174.00, Block 03.00 and Lot 034.000.

Approximate amount of judgment

$648,978.86 plus interest and costs. Premises will be sold subject to provisions of filed Judgment. Index #203973/2022.

Pamela J. Greene, Esq., Referee, Aldridge Pite, LLPAttorneys for Plaintiff - 40 Marcus Drive, Suite 200, Melville, NY 11747 25-547 10/16, 23, 30, 11/6

NOTICE OF SALE

SUPREME COURT

COUNTY OF Suffolk, WELLS FARGO BANK, N.A., Plaintiff, vs. Tanya G. Dugger

AKA Tanya Grace Dugger as Administrator and Heir to the Estate of Larry Dugger AKA Larry D. Dugger, ET AL., Defendant(s).

Pursuant to an Order of Reference, Default Judgement and Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale duly entered on May 20, 2025 and an Order Extending Sale Deadline and Other Relief duly entered on September 5, 2025, I, the undersigned Referee will sell at public auction at the Babylon Town Hall, 200 East Sunrise Highway, North Lindenhurst, NY 11757 on November 18, 2025 at 1:30 p.m., premises known as 6 Bark Court, Deer Park, NY 11729. All that certain plot, piece or parcel of land, with the buildings and improvements thereon erected, situate, lying and being in the Town of Babylon, County of Suffolk and State of New York, District 0100, Section 092.00, Block 01.00 and Lot 091.000. Approximate amount of judgment is $192,886.90 plus interest and costs. Premises will be sold subject to provisions of filed Judgment Index #617288/2024.

LaToya James, Esq., Referee Friedman Vartolo LLP, 85 Broad Street, Suite 501, New York, New York 10004, Attorneys for Plaintiff. Firm File No.: 251926-1 25-546. 10/16, 23, 30, 11/6

NOTICE OF SALE

SUPREME COURT

COUNTY OF Suffolk, US Bank Trust National Association, not in its Individual Capacity but Solely

as Owner Trustee for VRMTG Asset Trust, Plaintiff, vs. Steven Herrmann, ET AL., Defendant(s).

Pursuant to an Order Confirming Referee’s Report and Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale duly entered on September 13, 2024, I, the undersigned Referee will sell at public auction at the Babylon Town Hall, 200 East Sunrise Highway, North Lindenhurst, NY 11757 on November 19, 2025 at 9:30 a.m., premises known as 224 Old Country Road, Deer Park, NY 11729. All that certain plot, piece or parcel of land, with the buildings and improvements thereon erected, situate, lying and being in the Town of Babylon, County of Suffolk and State of New York, District 0100, Section 018.00, Block 02.00 and Lot 008.000. Approximate amount of judgment is $104,718.09 plus interest and costs. Premises will be sold subject to provisions of filed Judgment Index #619966/2023. Cash will not be accepted. Donna England, Esq., Referee

Knuckles & Manfro, LLP, 120 White Plains Road, Suite 215, Tarrytown, New York 10591, Attorneys for Plaintiff

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NOTICE OF SALE

SUPREME COURT

COUNTY OF Suffolk, FLAGSTAR BANK, N.A. F/K/A FLAGSTAR BANK, FSB, Plaintiff, vs. ALEXANDER CHARLES

STONE A/K/A ALEXANDER STONE, ET AL., Defendant (s).

Pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale duly entered on January 18, 2024 I, the undersigned Referee will sell at public auction at the BABY-

Public Notices

LON TOWN HALL

200 EAST SUNRISE HIGHWAY, LINDENHURST, NY 11757, on November 13, 2025 at 2:00 PM, premises known as 218 VENETIAN BOULEVARD, LINDENHURST, NY 11757. All that certain plot, piece or parcel of land, situate, lying and being at Lindenhurst, Town of Babylon, County of Suffolk and State of New York, District: 100, Section: 227.00, Block: 04.00, Lot: 001.000. Approximate amount of judgment is $363,037.60 plus interest and costs. Premises will be sold subject to provisions of filed Judgment Index # 612712/2023.

If the sale is set aside for any reason, the Purchaser at the sale shall be entitled only to a return of the deposit paid. The Purchaser shall have no further recourse against the Mortgagor, the Mortgagee, the Mortgagee's attorney, or the Referee. For Sale information, please visit Auction. com at www.Auction. com or call (800) 2802832.

JOSEPH PUZO, Esq., Referee 25-552. 10/16, 23, 30, 11/6

NOTICE OF SALE

SUPREME COURT

COUNTY OF SUFFOLK WELLS FARGO BANK, N.A., Plaintiff AGAINST FED DUMERVILLE, CARMELLE R. DUMERVILLE A/K/A CARMELLE RENE

DUMERVILLE, ET AL., Defendant(s)

Pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale duly entered October 18, 2019, I, the undersigned Referee will sell at public auction at the Babylon Town Hall, 200 East Sunrise Highway, Lindenhurst, NY 11757

on November 17, 2025 at 2:30 PM, premises known as 75 Fillmore Avenue, Deer Park, NY 11729. All that certain plot, piece or parcel of land, with the buildings and improvements thereon erected, situate, lying and being in the Town of Babylon, County of Suffolk and State of New York, District: 0100 Section: 093.00 Block: 01.00 Lot: 146.000. Approximate amount of judgment $518,114.59 plus interest and costs. Premises will be sold subject to provisions of filed Judgment Index #069384/2014. For sale information, please visit Auction.com at www.Auction.com or call (800) 280-2832.

Scott C. Lockwood, Esq., Referee Tromberg, Miller, Morris & Partners, PLLC 39 Broadway, Suite 1250 New York, NY 10006 25-000982 87291 25-553. 10/16,23, 30, 11/6

NOTICE OF SALE

Supreme Court County of Suffolk CitiMortgage, Inc., Plaintiff AGAINST Estate of John S. Hovenec a/k/a John S. Hovanec a/k/a Johns S. Hovenec, et al, Defendant

Pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale duly entered on August 22, 2025, I, the undersigned Referee, will sell at public auction at the Babylon Town Hall, 200 East Sunrise Hwy., North Lindenhurst, NY on November 13, 2025 at 10:00 AM premises known as 9 Pratt Street, West Babylon, NY 11704. All that certain plot piece or parcel of land, with the buildings and improvements erected, situate, lying and being in the County of Suffolk, State of New

York, SECTION: 220.00, BLOCK: 04.00, LOT: 033.003; District 0100. Approximate amount of judgment is $470,137.38 plus interests and costs. Premises will be sold subject to provisions of filed Judgment Index # 615255/2023.

Danielle Coysh, Referee FRENKEL LAMBERT WEISS WEISMAN & GORDON LLP

53 Gibson Street Bay Shore, NY 11706 25-555. 10.16, 23, 30, 11/6

NOTICE OF SALE SUPREME COURT - COUNTY OF SUFFOLK WELLS FARGO BANK, NATIONAL ASSOCIATION AS TRUSTEE FOR SABR 2004-OP1 MORTGAGE PASSTHROUGH CERTIFICATES, SERIES 2004-OP1, Plaintiff Against JOANNE ANANIA Defendant(s) Pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale, duly entered 08/19/2022, I, the undersigned Referee, will sell at public auction, at Babylon Town Hall, 200 East Sunrise Highway, Lindenhurst, NY 11757, on 11/18/2025 at 10:00AM , premises known as 48 Walnut Ave, Farmingdale, New York 11735, and described as follows: ALL that certain plot piece or parcel of land, with the buildings and improvements thereon erected, situate, lying and being in the Town of Babylon, County of Suffolk and State of New York.

District 0100 Section 047.00 Block 01.00 Lot 091.000

The approximate amount of the current Judgment lien is $558,035.02 plus interest and costs. The Premises will be sold subject to provisions of the aforesaid Judgment of Foreclo-

sure and Sale; Index # 23768/2005

HARVEY SAVITT, Esq., Referee. MCCABE, WEISBERG & CONWAY, LLC, 10 Midland Avenue, Suite 205, Port Chester, NY 10573

Dated: 10/2/2025 File Number: 560-1734

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SUPREME COURT OF THE STATE OF NEW YORK COUNTY OF SUFFOLK

U.S. BANK NATIONAL ASSOCIATION, AS TRUSTEE FOR THE CMLTI ASSETBACKED PASSTHROUGH CERTIFICATES, SERIES 2007-AMC3, -againstDANIEL J. SULLIVAN, JR, 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 9, 2025, wherein U.S. BANK NATIONAL ASSOCIATION, AS TRUSTEE FOR THE CMLTI ASSET-BACKED PASS-THROUGH CERTIFICATES, SERIES 2007-AMC3 is the Plaintiff and DANIEL J. SULLIVAN, JR, 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 November 20, 2025 at 11:00AM, premises known as 524 FIRE ISLAND AVE, BABYLON, NY 11702; and the following tax map identification: 0102-019.0002.00-027.000. ALL THAT CERTAIN PLOT, PIECE OR PARCEL OF LAND, SITUATE, LYING

AND BEING IN THE VILLAGE OF TOWN OF BABYLON, COUNTY OF SUFFOLK AND STATE OF NEW YORK Premises will be sold subject to provisions of filed Judgment Index No.: 615014/2016. Daniel J. Murphy, Esq. - Referee. Robertson, Anschutz, Schneid, Crane & Partners, PLLC, 900 Merchants Concourse, Suite 310, Westbury, New York 11590, Attorneys for Plaintiff. All foreclosure sales will be conducted in accordance with Covid-19 guidelines including, but not limited to, social distancing and mask wearing. *LOCATION OF SALE SUBJECT TO CHANGE DAY OF IN ACCORDANCE WITH COURT/ CLERK DIRECTIVES.

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SUPREME COURT OF THE STATE OF NEW YORK COUNTY OF SUFFOLK; Index No: Index No.: 208895/2022

Filed December 29, 2022 NEW REZ LLC D/B/A SHELLPOINT MORTGAGE SERVICING

V. JESUS CELESTE GUZMAN, EXECUTOR TO THE ESTATE OF ALICE L. DEVINE A/K/A ALICE DEVINE A/ KA/ ALICE STEWART; KATHERINE C. DEVINE A/K/A KATHERINE DEVINE, HEIR TO THE ESTAE OF ARTHUR DEVINE; STEPHAN BEHAR, ESQ. AS GUARDIAN AD LITEM FOR GENESIS ANIS DEVINE; UNKNOWN HEIRS OF THE ESTATE OF ARTHUR DEVINE; NEW YORK STATE DEPARTMENT OF TAXATION AND FINANCE; UNITED STATES OF AMERICA O/B/O INTERNAL REVENUE SERVICE; CLERK OF THE SUFFOLK COUNTY DISTRICT COURT ; CLERK OF THE SUFFOLK COUNTY TRAFFIC & PARKING VIOLATIONS AGENCY ; INCORPORATED VILLAGE OF ISLANDIA; ERICA CRUZ; PUBLICATION TO THE ABOVE NAMED DEFENDANTS: UNKNOWN HEIRS OF THE ESTATE OF ARTHUR DEVINE YOU ARE HEREBY SUMMONED to answer the Amended Complaint in the above captioned action and to serve a copy of your Answer on the Plaintiff’s attorney within twenty (20) days after the service of this Summons, exclusive of the day of service, or within thirty (30) days after

completion of service where service is made in any other manner than by personal delivery within the State. The United States of America, if designated as a Defendant in this action may answer to appear within sixty (60) days of service hereof. In case of your failure to appear or answer, judgment will be taken against you by default for the relief demanded in the Amended Complaint.

NOTICE

YOU ARE IN DANGER OF LOSING YOUR HOME

If you do not respond to this Summons and Amended 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 publication and protect your property. Sending 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 NEW REZ LLC D/B/A SHELLPOINT MORTGAGE SERVICING AND FILING THE ANSWER WITH THE COURT.

To the above named defendants: The foregoing Publication is served upon you by publication pursuant to an order of the Hon. PETER R. MCGREEVY J.S.C, a Justice of the Supreme Court of the State of N.Y., dated

September 23, 2025 and filed along with the supporting papers in the Suffolk County Clerk’s Office. This is an action to foreclose a mortgage on the property located 29 Brewster Lane, Amityville, NY 11701

District: 0100 Section: 167.00 Block: 02.00 Lot: 021.000 Suffolk County is designated as the place of trial based upon the location of the property being foreclosed. Attorneys for Plaintiff: STERN & EISENBERG, PC, 20 Commerce Drive, Suite 230, Cranford, NJ 07016 T:(516) 6300288. 25-561 10/16, 23, 30, 11/6

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

Pursuant to Chapter 186, Site Plan Review, and Chapter 213, Zoning, of the Babylon Town Code and Section 276 of the Town Law, notice is hereby given that the Town of Babylon Planning Board will hold public and/ or informational hearings(s) at the Babylon Town Hall, Town Board Room, 200 East Sunrise Highway, Lindenhurst, New York, on the Monday, October 20, 2025 at 7:00 p.m. prevailing time or as soon thereafter as can be heard to consider the following application(s): PUBLIC HEARING/SITE PLAN REVIEW/ SUBDIVISION/ CHANGE OF ZONE

Public Notices

JOB# 24-55ABE; West Babylon Manor, Inc.: SCTM# - 0100-213-01005 & 0100-21301-004.003: Zone – Senior Citizen Multiple Residence (SCMR) and A Residence: SEQRA – Unlisted Action, Uncoordinated

Review: Applicant proposes to subdivide an existing A –Residence zoned parcel into two, in order to maintain an existing singlefamily dwelling on Lot 1; On Lot 2, rezone to SCMRSenior Citizen Multiple Residential, in order to construct a garage and merge with an adjacent SCMR complex.: Property is located on the north side of Elmwood Road, 295’ west of NYS Route 109, West Babylon, Suffolk County, Town of Babylon, New York PUBLIC

HEARING/MINOR

SUBDIVISION JOB# 25-09B; G&R Building Corp.: SCTM# 0100-12103-076: Zone –Residence B: SEQRA – Unlisted Action, Uncoordinated Review: Applicant proposes to subdivide a parcel totaling 11,714sf into two (2) 5,857sf lots in order to construct two (2) new twostory, single-family dwellings.: Property is located on the east side of Monroe Street, 101.32’ north of Lincoln Avenue, Farmingdale, Suffolk County, Town of Babylon, New York All interested persons should appear at the above time and place by order of Patrick Halpin, Chairperson of the Planning Board, Town of Babylon, North

Lindenhurst, Suffolk County, New York PRINTING

INSTRUCTIONS

Babylon Beacon: 1016-25 25-562. 10/16

SUPPLEMENTAL

ACCOUNTING CITATION

File No.: 2020-1667/D SURROGATE’S COURT – SUFFOLK COUNTY CITATION

THE PEOPLE OF THE STATE OF NEW YORK

By the Grace of God Free and Independent TO: The distributees, heirs-atlaw, and next of kin of Marianne Wiegert, deceased, if any be living; and if any be dead, their respective distributees, heirs-at-law, next of kin, legatees, devisees, executors, administrators, assigns, and successors in interest, all of whose names, whereabouts and addresses are unknown and cannot be ascertained with due diligence, being any persons interested in the Estate of Marianne Wiegert, deceased, as distributees or otherwise.

A petition and an account having been duly filed by the Public Administrator of Suffolk County, whose office is located at 300 Center Drive, Riverhead, New York 11901 YOU ARE HEREBY CITED TO SHOW CAUSE before the Surrogate’s Court, Suffolk County, at 320 Center Drive, Riverhead, New York on DECEMBER 9, 2025 at 9:30 o’clock in the forenoon of that day, why the account of the Public Administrator of Suffolk County, a summary of which has been served herewith, as Administrator of the Estate of Marianne Wiegert, should not be judicially settled;

and that the court approve payment to the petitioner herein commissions pursuant to SCPA §2307 in the amount of $48,155.32 and additional expenses pursuant to SCPA §1207(4) in the amount of $10,206.06; and that the court further approve the legal fees of Black & Black, former attorneys for petitioner, in the amount of $13,140.00 and reimbursement of disbursements in the amount of $1,292.00; and that the court further approve the legal fees of Lewis Johs Avallone Aviles, LLP, petitioner’s attorney, in the amount of $6,042.50 and reimbursement of disbursements in the amount of $1,297.03; and that the remaining assets of the estate plus accrued interest after the payment of administration expenses pertaining thereto, be paid to the Comptroller of the State of New York on behalf of unknown distributees; and that upon compliance with the final Decree of Judicial Accounting issued by the Court, the said Administrator and his surety be released and discharged from all further liability and responsibility as to all matters and things embraced within this accounting and such decree.

Dated, Attested and Sealed: October 1, 2025 (Seal) HON. VINCENT J. MESSINA, JR., Surrogate

Doreen A. Quinn, Chief Clerk

Name of Attorney: Robert J. Cimino, Esq. Telephone Number: (631) 755-0101

Address of Attorney: 1377 Motor Parkway, Suite 400, Islandia, NY 11749

[NOTE: This citation is served upon you as required by law. You

are not required to appear; however, if you fail to appear it will be assumed you do not object to the relief requested. You have a right to have an attorney appear for you, and you or your attorney may request a copy of the full account from the petitioner or petitioner’s attorney.]

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Notice is hereby given that a license, Application ID: NA-0340-25131987 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 160 Adams Ave, Unit 1, Hauppauge, NY

When

Notice of formation of Call Dolores LLC.

Articles of Organization filed with the Secretary of State of New York (SSNY) on 09/18/2025

Office location, County of Suffolk. SSNY has been designated as agent of the LLC upon whom process against it may be served.

SSNY shall mail a process served to: 4 Augusta Ct., Mt. Sinai NY 11766

Purpose: any lawful act.

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TWhy can’t the architect and the contractor be friends?

Q. We’re trying to figure out how a mess started right at the beginning of our renovation. The plans were permitted, so we believe they were properly reviewed, but the mason and the contractor built something different than what was in the plans. The contractor is a friend who we trust. They have told us that the architect made mistakes, and they couldn’t build it the way the plans show, so they did something different.

We don’t want to stop the job, but the architect came by and said that there are many problems now, because the structure isn’t going to work the way the contractor made changes, and because the structure had to be a certain way. The contractor keeps sending us texts showing different ways to do the job, complete with sketches. The architect is saying that the work will be unsafe the way the contractor is proposing the changes. What should we do?

A. When plans aren’t followed, which happens all too frequently, the job has to stop while the design is reassessed by the architect. If you take that authority away from the architect, you set yourself up for a prolonged set of problems that can go on and on, delaying the work and possibly not even getting the outcome you were looking for.

The contractor is not given the authority to change the design or construction. Most construction plans have clauses stating that the contractor is not to deviate from them, and also instruct the contractor to contact the architect with questions, or to get clarification on any issues or discrepancies before any work starts. Once the work starts, the contractor will often begin to point fingers at the architect for anything not clear and misunderstood. I refer to this as “divide and conquer,” a common practice in which the contractor, empowered to run the construction job, alienates the architect from the owner, creating an often permanent rift.

Contractors and building inspectors have told me it is rare to see an architect on a construction site, but I recommend that the architect look at the work — especially foundation forms — before a concrete pour and also framing. During demolition is an important time to see previously hidden structure, especially because older homes were often built with bare-minimum beams — hence the explanation for sagging floors that people often point out before the architect starts redesigning. You need to listen to the architect before this problem becomes harder, and more expensive, to undo.

If you have doubts about the architect, especially about structure, bring in a structural engineer to meet with the architect. One of the biggest reasons these problems occur is because of a lack of communication. You, the owner, should have brought everyone, including the architect, contractor, subcontractors — especially the mason — together and had a team meeting. Letting everyone do their own thing with the assumption that everything would run smoothly was the first problem. But it’s not too late. Good luck!

Readers are encouraged to send questions to yourhousedr@aol.com, with “Herald question” in the subject line, or to Herald Homes, 2 Endo Blvd., Garden City, NY 11530, Attn: Monte Leeper, architect.

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We will remain the leader of the free world

American foreign policy is at a watershed moment, comparable to the critical years after World War II, when the United States and our allies were forced to accept that the euphoria of victory over Nazi Germany and imperial Japan had been supplanted by the reality of the Iron Curtain and the threat of Soviet expansion. The Cold War had begun.

The NATO alliance was formed to prevent Joseph Stalin from emulating Adolf Hitler’s march through Europe after the Munich Conference capitulation in 1938, which had given Hitler virtually free rein to invade and seize Czechoslovakia. A decadeslong struggle would continue through various iterations and crises until the collapse of the Soviet Union in 1991 — a struggle that today’s isolationists would have labeled an “endless war.” Fortunately, neither American political party elected isolationists during those defining 45 years. Pre-World War II isolationism had long since been consigned to the ash heap of history.

The fall of the Soviet Union in 1991 created a sense of euphoria similar to

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Ithat of 1945 and ’46. Eastern Europe was liberated from the yoke of Soviet communist rule, and the Soviet republics declared their independence from Moscow. One of them was Ukraine, which, tragically, had been brutalized for centuries by Russia.

TUkraine was also left with thousands of Soviet nuclear weapons. In 1994, in keeping with the spirit of the Soviet demise, Ukraine gave up those weapons in return for guarantees of security from the United States, Britain and Russia, in what was known as the Budapest Agreement. All indicators seemed to foresee a reformed Russia, and no aggression of the type that drew the U.S. into the two world wars of the 20th century.

rump’s turnabout with Zelensky and Putin sends a clear message to China.

There would be fits and starts with Russia during the later Bush years, including an incursion into Georgia, and then a promise by Secretary of State Hillary Clinton in 2009 that the Obama administration would “reset” the relationship with Russia. That reset never worked, and Russia seized Crimea from Ukraine in 2014. There was no Russian aggression during the first Trump administration, but then, in February 2022, Putin launched an invasion of Ukraine — the first invasion of a sovereign European nation since the end of World War II.

defeating Russian aggression, having supplied more funding to Ukraine than the U.S. Unfortunately, President Trump has shown reluctance to stand with Ukraine, ascribing equal blame for the war to Zelensky — even berating him in the White House, telling him he had no cards to play.

I accompanied President Bill Clinton and Secretary of State Madeleine Albright to Moscow in September 1998 for meetings with Russian President Boris Yeltsin and other Russian officials to strengthen economic and cultural ties between our two nations. The dialogue between the leaders was extremely positive. Then, after the Sept. 11 terrorist attacks in 2001, the newly elected Russian president, Vladimir Putin, was among the first foreign leaders to pledge President George W. Bush his full support.

Ukraine, under its newly elected reform president, Volodymyr Zelensky, was expected to succumb in days or weeks. President Joseph Biden even offered to have American jets provide Zelensky safe passage out of Ukraine. But with the U.S. and NATO countries supplying weapons and logistical support, Zelensky and Ukraine have fought Russia to a stalemate for over three and a half years — longer than America’s war against Nazi Germany.

Russia has suffered more than a million casualties, and has had to resort to using North Korean troops. Its economy is in shambles. NATO has admitted two previously neutral nations, Sweden and Finland, and remains committed to

Trump met with Putin in Alaska, and implored him to meet with Zelensky to reach a compromise. Putin implied that he would, but reneged. Realizing he was being played, Trump denounced Putin in his speech to the United Nations General Assembly last month, and just hours later, met one on one with Zelensky. Then, going full circle, Trump released a statement hailing Zelensky’s leadership, saying that Ukraine was in a position to “fight and win,” and pledging to continue to supply weapons to NATO for Ukraine’s use against Russia.

Trump’s turnabout will prevent a catastrophic replay of Munich and halt Putin’s attempt to rebuild the Russian empire. This defeat of Russian aggression in Europe will simultaneously send a clear message to China not to move against Taiwan or other Pacific nations such as the Philippines and Japan. The United States will remain the leader of the free world.

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

sane in the age of information overload

’m tired. In fact, I’m exhausted. I’m overwhelmed. It’s not from going to the gym. It’s not from being glued to my TV, watching my favorite baseball team trying to survive the playoffs.

It’s the torrent of information that has been drowning me 24 hours a day, with no promise of abating. Is there any hope that the flood will end and that I’ll have a respite from information overload? Is there any hope that the barrage will shut down over the weekend, when we try to pay less attention to our laptops and cellphones? Or are we doomed to being perpetually overwhelmed by the greatest avalanche of facts, figures, news, emails, text messages and robocalls since the dawn of the high-tech era?

There is no one culprit that we can identify whose elimination would give us a reprieve from the onslaught. One of the biggest offenders of them all is,

Aof course, the White House, which engages in a strategy known as Flood the Zone. Every day, it releases so many “hot” news items that it would take you or me two or three days just to get through them. In addition to the media flood, President Trump holds freewheeling news conferences that can last well over an hour. Generally, those events generate other news stories on top of the daily pressroom output. Then there’s the smartphone app challenge. I checked my phone and found that I am attached to Facebook, Instagram, TikTok and X and have subscriptions to the Daily News, the New York Post, The Washington Post, The New York Times, Newsday, Newsday TV, the Huffington Post, Apple News, The Hill, CNN, The Weather Channel and some others that I’ve forgotten. I know that over the course of the day, I tap into every one of those outlets for some type of information.

imagine waiting at a bus stop for six hours. It’s a long time.

ll ‘breaking’ news all the time — and for goodness’ sake, don’t forget podcasts.

Beyond all these challenges is the introduction of artificial intelligence into our lives. No matter how hard you try, there’s no way to escape the onslaught of articles, studies, memos and office talk about AI. Just a few years ago, if someone had uttered the words artificial intelligence, they would have been largely ignored. These days, those words hover over us like a threatening storm cloud, with most of us having no idea whether it will help or harm us.

program. How many times in a halfhour can there be so much “breaking” news? And the repetition of the same stories can be head-splitting.

Last, but by far not least, is the introduction into our space of the podcast. Today, almost every media, political, religious, sports or entertainment personality has a podcast of some kind. They have rotating guests, and offer a mountain of opinions on the subjects of the moment. Many of them are interesting and informative, but how many hours in a day do we have to partake in this newest information vehicle?

Once a week, I get a text telling me that, on average, I’m on my phone for a minimum of six hours a week. That doesn’t sound like a lot of hours, but

Once upon a time, watching television was a respite from the pressures of the day. Today, watching TV can leave you dazed and confused by hour after hour of commercials for countless drugs, all of which, apparently, will save humanity. On top of the drug tsunami, there are countless other ads that dominate the time you would like to just sit back and watch your favorite show, uninterrupted.

To add to the desperation for some chill time, there’s today’s typical news

So that is my ongoing nightmare. It is mine, but it’s the nightmare that we all face. We’re just human beings; we’re not robots. At least for now, they can’t implant a chip in our brain to help us fend off the cascade of facts, figures, opinions, ideas, theories and concepts that flood our every waking hour. So we’ll have to find new ways to help ourselves live a normal life, and still be adequately informed people.

Jerry Kremer was a state assemblyman for 23 years, and chaired the Assembly’s Ways and Means Committee for 12 years. Comments about this column? jkremer@ liherald.com.

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n an age of uncertainty and skepticism toward the media, one mission has remained unwavering: to inform, empower and connect our community with journalism rooted in truth and integrity.

That mission defines Herald Community Media, publisher of 27 community weekly newspapers serving Nassau and Suffolk counties and a touch of New York City. It is the foundation of everything we do — every story we report, every question we ask and every issue we print.

The Herald’s purpose has never been clearer or more vital, especially now, during election season. Across the nation, trust in media has declined as misinformation spreads faster than facts and as social media platforms blur the line between opinion and truth. Yet despite this turbulence, the need for reliable local journalism has never been greater. We know you depend on us not only to tell you what’s happening, but also to help you understand why it matters — to your neighborhood, your family and your future.

This summer, the Pew Research Center published “How Americans View Journalists in the Digital Age,” an indepth look at how the public perceives our profession. Pew surveyed nearly 9,400 U.S. adults and convened a number of focus groups, and found both optimism and concern. Most Americans still believe journalists are vital to our soci-

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To the Editor:

Re Nick Buglione’s column in the Oct. 2-8 issue, “I was proud to be a reporter — but things have changed”: I, too, would like to put to rest the argument that Facebook, Instagram, Tik-Tok and other social media have any role in serious journalism. It’s indeed unfortunate that so many people rely on these geysers of rumor, gossip, misinformation and lies for their news.

But the journalism profession has never been as idealistic and innocent as Mr. Buglione seems to suggest it once was. In fact, long before social media invaded our world, the press’s coverage of important events was at times nakedly partisan, ignorant and dishonest.

In the 19th century, for example, some newspapers accepted hefty sums of money from politicians for favorable coverage of their campaigns. At least one paper from that era, William Randolph Hearst’s New York Journal, ran sensationalized stories about Spanish atrocities in Cuba, which, many believe, helped drum up support for American involvement in the Span-

ety’s well-being — but many also express frustration, feeling that the media’s credibility and influence have declined amid political division and technological upheaval.

Yet within those findings lies a message of hope and direction. Americans say what they value most in their news providers is honesty, intelligence and authenticity — qualities that have guided the Herald’s reporting since its founding in 1964. Our journalists live by those values every day. We verify information carefully, we listen with compassion and we report with clarity and context. We are not distant observers; we are your neighbors, your fellow community members and your partners in truth.

At a time when the term “media” often evokes distrust, the Herald reaffirms its promise: to deliver accurate, objective and trustworthy local journalism. That means being transparent about how we report, being accountable when we err, and being authentic in how we connect with you.

Authenticity, as editors across the country have noted, may be the most powerful defense against today’s flood of misinformation and artificial intelligence-generated content. Real, local journalism can’t be practiced from behind a desk or from a distant city. It requires trained professionals who show up in the community, ask hard questions and share the stories of other real-life

people.

Every week, Herald journalists attend school board meetings, interview local business owners, chronicle civic debates, and celebrate the achievements of neighbors doing extraordinary things. We are not reporting on the community from afar — we are reporting within it, with care, empathy and purpose.

Readers deserve to know how stories come together — how sources are verified, why certain facts are included and how conclusions are drawn. We are committed to correcting mistakes quickly and publicly, because credibility is not earned by claiming perfection but by demonstrating honesty.

As Pew’s research highlights, Americans long for media that is clear, fair and accountable. The Herald’s commitment to those ideals has not wavered for more than six decades, and it will not waver now. Our mission — to inform, empower and connect our community with journalism rooted in truth and integrity — is our responsibility, our calling and our promise. As a locally owned family business, our commitment is to our communities, not to Wall Street.

In a world increasingly driven by algorithms and artificial noise, the Herald’s voice remains steady: local reporting by real journalists, telling real stories that matter. That is how we serve. That is how we strengthen our community. And that is how we continue.

A clearer view: understanding and treating cataracts

Have you noticed that your vision is becoming a little hazy, like you’re looking through a foggy window? If so, you might be experiencing the effects of cataracts.

contact lens prescription, or double vision in one eye.

What, exactly, is a cataract? Imagine the lens of your eye is like the lens of a camera. It’s a clear, natural part of your eye that focuses light onto the retina, which is at the back of your eye. The retina then sends signals to your brain, creating the images you see.

A cataract is simply the clouding of this natural lens. It’s a bit like a clear camera lens becoming frosted over. This clouding prevents light from passing through properly, leading to blurry, hazy or dim vision. Cataracts typically develop slowly and painlessly, so you might not even notice a change in your vision at first. As they progress, however, you may experience cloudy or blurry vision, the fading or yellowing of colors, an increased sensitivity to light, difficulty with night vision, halos around lights, frequent changes in your eyeglass or

The most common cause of cataracts is aging, but other factors can also contribute to their development, including family history, medical conditions, previous eye injury or surgery, smoking, excessive alcohol consumption, or prolonged exposure to ultraviolet radiation from sunlight.

When cataracts begin to interfere with your daily life, making it difficult to read, drive or watch TV, it’s time to consider cataract surgery. It’s one of the most common and routinely successful surgical procedures performed today.

Tdistance (i.e. driving, watching a Broadway show). You will likely still need glasses for reading, using a computer and other close-up tasks.

Toric lenses (astigmatism correction): Astigmatism occurs when the cornea is shaped more like a football than a baseball, causing blurry or distorted vision. Toric IOLs have a special design that corrects both your cataract and your astigmatism in a single procedure.

hey’re a normal part of aging, but they don’t have to define your vision.

The surgeon makes a tiny incision in the eye, and then uses a special tool to break up and remove the cloudy natural lens. Then a new, clear artificial lens — called an intraocular lens, or IOL — is implanted in its place. The new lens becomes a permanent part of your eye and requires no special care.

With modern cataract surgery, you have options for your new lens. Your doctor will help you choose the best one to fit your lifestyle and needs.

Monofocal IOL: This is the most common type of IOL. It provides clear vision at a single distance, usually for

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ish-American War.

Closer to our time, the press remained curiously silent about the 1940s Levittown covenant restricting home ownership in that community to white people. And in 2002, when President George W. Bush justified our invasion of Iraq by insisting that the country’s weapons of mass destruction posed a threat to America, few newspapers questioned his claim.

I’m sure Mr. Buglione enjoyed a wonderful working relationship with his Herald colleagues 20 years ago. And while I’ve no reason to doubt his statement that Herald reporters were genuinely committed to presenting the news accurately, we’d be hard-pressed to find a time when the press — in general — has been entirely squeaky clean.

RICHARd J. COnWAY Massapequa

Koslow’s a better choice than Blakeman

To the Editor:

It can be an easy win for a candidate with name recognition who has enough money and government power to bombard us with fliers, signs and TV ads

each day. Bruce Blakeman, our current n assau County executive, has this power. We need to look beyond the hype. It’s time for a more centrist candidate. Blakeman and his team are entrenched in national politics, pleasing President Trump by doing such things as training a group of our county police officers to work in tandem with the president’s controversial ICE force, setting aside cells in our county jail for nonviolent ICE detainees, and creating a volunteer, private militia that Blakeman can use when and how he decides.

On the other hand, Seth Koslow is a centrist candidate for county executive with years of experience as a Queens district attorney, a private-practice lawyer and a current member of the n assau County Legislature. He has lived in n assau County his entire life, and is raising his family here. He is very concerned about our taxes in nassau, and has said that he would order a full, independent audit of county spending to see where our money is being spent.

Koslow has stated that he would share ideas with his Republican counterpart in Suffolk County, because he believes in the idea of people on both sides working together for the benefit of the county. He has said he would disband Blakeman’s private militia because he believes that our excellent

Extended depth of focus lenses: These lenses create a single, elongated focal point to provide a continuous range of vision. They offer excellent distance vision and a solid range of intermediate vision — great for computer work or seeing a car dashboard — with a lower chance of nighttime glare or halos than other multifocal designs. You may still need glasses for very fine print.

Light adjustable lenses: These are the only IOLs that can be customized after they have been implanted. The lenses are made of unique, photosensitive material. After a few weeks of healing, your surgeon uses a special light-delivery device to fine-tune the lenses’ power to your exact visual needs (distance, near or a blend), eliminating any small remaining prescription errors. Once

the optimal vision is achieved, the lens is “locked in” and the adjustments are permanent. This offers the highest level of precision and customization.

Femtosecond cataract surgery: precision with lasers: While traditional cataract surgery is very safe and effective, many surgeons now offer laser-assisted surgery. It uses a highly precise, computer-controlled laser to perform several key steps of the surgery that were traditionally done by hand with a blade. The laser creates the tiny incision, opens the lens capsule and even softens the cataract before it is removed. This allows for extraordinary accuracy and consistency, can lead to a more predictable outcome and a faster recovery, and is a safer procedure for certain patients.

Cataracts are a normal part of aging, but they don’t have to define your vision. With simple preventive measures and highly effective surgical options, you can look forward to a world that is once again clear, vibrant and full of light. If you have any concerns about your vision, don’t hesitate to speak with your eye doctor.

Dr. Carolyn Shih is an assistant professor at the Donald and Barbara Zucker School of Medicine at Hofstra/Northwell, and works at South Shore Eye Care, a member of the Northwell Health Eye Institute.

county police force is more than capable of handling our citizens’ safety.

The bottom line is that Seth Koslow is a highly qualified local resident who would concentrate solely on the needs

of our county. This makes him and his team best suited to run our county.

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