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Schaffer wins chairman’s seat said Ashley Hunt Martorano, a Casey Quigley supporter from East Patchogue. “The fact is we Suffolk County Democratic need a new democratic leader who Chairman Rich Schaffer defeated understands the importance of Kathryn Casey Quigley for the digital messaging. We can no lonparty’s county chairman’s seat by ger afford to accept the status a vote of 113,010 to 84,234 or 57.2 quo.” Schaffer suppercent of votes porters were as cast by Democratenthusiastic. ic committee peo“I have known ple at its convenRich for a long tion Sept. 22. It time and he is a took more than very capable and four hours for the accessible elected party representaofficial and party tives to cast their chair,” said Patvotes, with many rick Halpin, a canstanding up and didate for conshouting out gress in Novemeither Schaffer or ber. “He has done Casey Quigley’s a great job in crename to a round ating a strong and of applause from vibrant party so supporters on voters can have a each side. real choice at the More than polls.” 1,000 Democratic When the supporters attendresults were ed the convention. announced, SchafEnthusiasm was fer’s supporters high for both canMONICA R. MARTINEZ broke out in didates, with cheers, shouting, Casey Quigley’s New York State Senator “Schaffer, Schafsupporters wear- 4th District fer, Schaffer.” ing hot pink Following the blouses, sweaters, hats and ribbons in a show of support. Quig- announcement of the results, ley, who was dressed in a hot pink Casey Quigley took the podium. pantsuit, set the tone of her cam- She thanked the Suffolk Demopaign, which included an appeal to cratic Committee for organizing women and youth. CONTINUED ON PAGE 8 “The energy here is electric,”
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Nia and Robert McDonald of Amityville attended Family Fund Day with their children Avery and Nylak.
AFA hosts Family Fun Day By CAROLYN JAMES cjames@liherald.com
More than $21,000 was raised to support families affected by Alzheimer’s disease and other dementias at the Alzheimer’s Foundation of America’s Family Fun Day at the AFA Barbara Rabinowitz Education & Resource Center in Amityville. The Sept. 19 event drew hundreds of people from across the area, including Seaford father and son Vincent Sinisgalli and Vincent Sinisgalli Jr., as well as the Falco family of Levittown. New York Mets Hall of Famer Dwight Gooden and New York Jets Ring of Honor member Wayne Chrebet also attended the event, which celebrated the center’s first anniversary and Grandparent Appreciation Month. Gooden and Chrebet signed autographs and posed for pictures with fans. There were also fea-
tured free intergenerational activities, including creative arts, brain games, games for children, music, dancing, a scavenger hunt and face painting. Event goers could also receive free memory screenings. “Family Fun Day is all about bringing people together,” said Charles Fuschillo, president and CEO of the Alzheimer’s Foundation of America. “Welcoming hundreds of community residents to our center to have fun and spend time together was wonderful. “ He added that having Gooden and Chrebet attend and spend so much time interacting with visitors made the event even more impactful. “We hope everyone who attended was able to create some special new memories and learn more about the services the Center provides to the community,” he said. Sinisgalli of Seaford and his father, Vincent, CONTINUED ON PAGE 16
would like to say one thing about this election. When it is over, it is over. When the votes are counted, we have to go back to being the Suffolk County Democratic party because the real fight is not in this room, the real fight is in November.
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2 The following is a list of public meetings and special events for the coming week. Please note that all meetings are subject to change without notice.
SUNDAY, OCT. 4
Babylon Village Chamber of Commerce Shopping Crawl: 10:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. Shoppers can register at Guru’s, 18 Deer Park Ave., or Positions Dance Studio, 264 Deer Park Ave. The first 200 shoppers will receive a tote bag. All shoppers will receive a map of participating businesses, including names, addresses and promotions. Shoppers can have their maps stamped at participating businesses to receive raffle tickets. Additional raffle tickets will be awarded for purchases. Beginning at 3 p.m., shoppers can bring their maps and receipts to Tejanos, 117 Deer Park Ave., to receive their raffle tickets. Raffles will be called at 4 p.m. Receipts for purchases made that day within the 11702 ZIP code will be accepted, including products, meals, gift cards and services. For more information, visit babylonchamber. com/events. Babylon Village farmers market: Every Sunday, June through November, from 8 a.m. to noon at the Village Gazebo, 244 W. Main St. in Babylon Village, rain or shine. For more information, visit longislandfarmersmarkets.com.
CALENDAR OF EVENTS MONDAY, OCT. 5
No scheduled events.
TUESDAY, OCT. 6
Lindenhurst V illage Board of Trustees meeting: 7:30 p.m. at Lindenhurst Village Hall, 430 S. Wellwood Ave., Lindenhurst. For updated meeting information, call 631-957-7500 or visit villageoflindenhurstny.gov. West Babylon School Board of Education meeting: 7 p.m. at the West Babylon Administration Building, 10 Farmingdale Road, West Babylon. For information, call 631-376-7008. North Babylon School Board of Education planning meeting: 7:30 p.m. at North Babylon High School, 1 Phelps Lane, North Babylon. For meeting information, call 631-321-3226 or visit northbabylonschools.net. Deer Park School Board of Education work session: 7:30 p.m. at the District Office, 1881 Deer Park Ave., Deer Park. For information, call 631-2744013. Lindenhurst School Board of Education meeting: 7:30 p.m. at the McKenna Administration Building, 350 Daniel St., Lindenhurst. For information, call 631-867-3001.
WEDNESDAY, OCT. 7
Town of Babylon Town Board meeting: 3 p.m. in the Town Board Room, 200 E. Sunrise Highway, Lindenhurst. For information, call 631-957-3100. Lindenhurst School Board of Education
meeting: 7:30 p.m. at the McKenna Administration Building, 350 Daniel St., Lindenhurst. For information, call 631-867-3001. Bay Shore Board of Education public meeting: 6 p.m. at Bay Shore High School, Little Theater, 155 Third Ave., Bay Shore. For information, call 631-968-1117.
THURSDAY, OCT. 8
West Islip School Board of Education meeting: 7:30 p.m. at Beach Street Middle School, 17 Beach St., West Islip. For information, call 631-8933200.
FRIDAY, OCT. 9
No scheduled events.
SATURDAY, OCT. 10
DogFest Long Island 2026, benefiting Canine Companions: 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Marjorie Post Park, 451 Unqua Road, Massapequa Park. The event raises money for Canine Companions service dogs for people with disabilities and will include games, speakers, children’s activities, service-dog demonstrations, music and more. The organization is celebrating 50 years of service and independence. There is no cost to attend. Dogs must be social and comfortable around other dogs, people and crowds, up to date on vaccinations and kept on a leash no longer than 6 feet. Female dogs in heat are not
permitted. Puppies must be more than 4 months old and have completed their required vaccinations, including rabies. Register at canine. org/dogfestlongisland. Blessing of the Animals: 10 a.m. to noon at Grace United Methodist Church, 515 S. Wellwood Ave., Lindenhurst. For information, call 631226-8690. Blessing of the Animals: 2 to 4 p.m. at Simpson United Methodist Church, 30 Locust Ave., Amityville. Call Mary at 516-991-8098 for more information. All animals are welcome. In case of inclement weather, the event will be held indoors. Calendar items are printed for nonprofit organizations, as space permits, or when an event, service or information is sponsored by a forprofit organization without charge to readers. Submit items to Richner Communications, attn.: Beacon editor, 2 Endo Blvd., Garden City, NY 11530, or email dconsola@liherald. com at least two to three weeks before the publication date on which the item must appear. Open-ended requests without specific event dates are not accepted. While every attempt is made to accommodate each request, publication cannot be guaranteed. For more information, call 516-5694000.
Farmingdale school distrtict honors history on Patriots Day
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Students throughout the Farmingdale school district marked Patriot Day with classroom lessons, performances and community events commemorating the Sept. 11, 2001, terrorist attacks. Elementary school students focused on kindness, unity and community helpers through art projects, while older students examined primary sources, archival photographs and news coverage to learn about the attacks and the nation’s response and rebuilding efforts. At Farmingdale High School, history teacher and alumnus Lt. Col. Richard Vargus spoke to social studies classes about the events of Sept. 11 and honored Farmingdale firefighters who died in the attacks. Vargus also spoke to students about service and duty, sharing his own commitment to serving others. “If you ask me, ‘Would you go back and go into harm’s way to save people, to do your job, and protect this country?’ — at 72 years old, I would salute the flag and say, ‘Yes, sir. Ready to go.’ And I’d go because that’s what I believe, and why I believe so much in this great country of ours and the freedoms that we all have,” he said. Student musicians from the Chamber Chorus and Wind Ensemble performed “God Bless America” during
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Farmingdale school district students were all decked out to take part in Patriot Day ceremonies. the annual Farmingdale Remembers ceremony at the Farmingdale Public Library. High school students and staff also traveled to the Flight 93 National Memorial in Shanksville, Pennsylvania, on an educational trip sponsored by the Gary Sinise Foundation. Students heard firsthand accounts from military veterans and family members,
giving them a personal connection to the history they had studied in the classroom. Vargus encouraged students to recognize the responsibilities they will assume as they grow older. “The responsibility is going to fall on your shoulders. It’s going to be your world, and you’re going to have to be making decisions,” he said. “But that’s
Student musicians from the Chamber Chorus and Wind Ensemble performed at ceremonies on Patriot Day. the good thing about this high school, this sanctuary: You can always come home. People will always be here to help you and to guide you.” Through classroom instruction, community ceremonies and visits to national memorials, the district provided students with opportunities to learn about Sept. 11 while emphasizing service, unity and remembrance.
AFA awarded National Grid grant for sensory garden Alzheimer’s Foundation of America (AFA) has been awarded a $10,000 grant from National Grid to create a new sensory garden for Long Islanders living with Alzheimer’s disease and other dementia-related illnesses. The sensory garden will be located at the AFA Barbara Rabinowitz Education & Center, 149 Schleigel Boulebard, Amityville. The sensory garden will be a place where Long Islanders living with dementia can stimulate all five senses, sight, sound, smell, taste and touch, in a peaceful, relaxing outdoor setting. Plants and materials in the garden are specifically chosen for their scent, texture, and color. Horticultural therapy can promote positive mood, provide cognitive and sensory stimulation, and strengthen motor skills. “AFA is very grateful to National Grid for its generous support of this new program to help Long Islanders living with dementia,” said AFA President & CEO Charles J. Fuschillo, Jr. “Adding this important new resource to our center’s offerings will help further enhance services and support for Long Island families affected by dementia.” “National Grid is proud to support the Alzheimer’s Foundation of America’s new sensory garden, which will provide a welcoming and therapeutic space for individuals living with Alzheimer’s disease and other demen-
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President & CEO Charles J. Fuschillo, Jr. (right) shows representatives from National Grid plans for the Sensory Garden that will be created through a grant National Grid awarded to AFA. They are joined by AFA staff members. tia-related illnesses,” said Lauren Perry, Public Affairs Manager for National Grid. “This project will create meaningful opportunities for sensory engagement, relaxation, and connection, while helping improve quality of life for those affected by dementia
and their families. We are honored to partner with AFA in bringing this valuable resource to the Long Island community.” Work on the garden is already underway, with an official ribbon cutting expected in the Spring.
For additional information about the programs and services offered at the AFA Barbara Rabinowitz Education & Resource Center, please call the Center at 631-223-4000 or visit afalongisland.org.
West Islip man indicted in fatal Robert Moses Causeway crash
COMING EVENTS
L.I. Arts Festival coming The Long Island Public Arts Festival, LIPAF, has brought their large-scale outdoor art installation to Geiger Park in Deer Park. The exhibit will be on display until Oct. 4. Founded as a collaborative partnership between Colored Colors and the Babylon Citizen’s Council on the Arts, BACCA, with support from the Suffolk County Office of Cultural Affairs, SCOCA, the festival transforms public parks into accessible open-air galleries. The festival will feature signature three-sided display structures known as “prisms,” showcasing larger than life canvas reproductions of original works created by contemporary artists from
across New York State. Marking LIPAF’s inaugural expansion into Deer Park, the exhibition at the newly refurbished Geiger Park highlights the intersection of public space, community education and local artistic expression. Featuring 21 selected regional artists, the display spans the park’s pathways, offering residents a vibrant cultural experience. Geiger Park is located at Brand Blvd. and Long Island Ave., Deer Park. Admission is free and open to the public daily during park hours. For more information, visit longislandpublicartsfest.com.
Haunted Harvest event Amityville’s Haunted Harvest will return to the village Oct. 3, from 1 to 7 p.m., with free, family-friendly activities along Park Avenue and nearby streets. The event is sponsored by Amityville Apothecary in partnership with the Amityville Chamber of Commerce. The outdoor festival will feature more than 30 artisan food and craft vendors, along with food trucks and
entertainment. Haunted Harvest will take place on Park Avenue between Greene Avenue and Ireland Place, as well as on Greene Avenue and Ireland Place. Those streets will be closed to vehicle traffic during the event. Admission is free. A rain date is scheduled for Oct. 4, from 1 to 7 p.m. For more information, contact Dina, Danielle or Vinny at (631) 4644589. The event website is Amityville’s Haunted Harvest site.
A West Islip man has been indicted on manslaughter and other charges in connection with a June crash on the Robert Moses Causeway that killed a Bay Shore man, Suffolk County District Attorney Raymond A. Tierney announced. Stephen Aylward, 63, was indicted on charges including second-degree manslaughter, second-degree vehicular manslaughter and leaving the scene of an incident without reporting resulting in death in connection with the death of Yusuf Gul, 27. According to the indictment, Aylward was driving a 2012 Jeep Liberty southbound on the Robert Moses Causeway near Sunrise Highway at about 1:30 p.m. on June 25 when he allegedly veered off the roadway and struck Gul, who was walking along the shoulder. Gul was later pronounced dead. Prosecutors allege that Aylward, who was allegedly under the influence of alcohol and drugs, continued driving to his West Islip home. He later returned to the crash scene before going home again, and called 911 at about 2:03 p.m., roughly 30 minutes after the collision. Aylward was arrested at his home and arraigned on the indictment Sept. 18 before Acting Supreme
Court Justice Philip Goglas. In addition to the manslaughter and leaving-the-scene charges, Aylward faces two counts of driving while intoxicated, driving while ability impaired by the combined influence of alcohol and drugs, and failure to maintain a lane. Goglas ordered Aylward held on $250,000 cash, $500,000 bond or a $2.5 million partially secured bond and suspended his driver’s license. He is due back in court Oct. 16. If convicted of the top charge, Aylward faces a maximum sentence of five to 15 years in prison. “Every driver has an absolute obligation to stop and to report their involvement in a crash,” Tierney said. “This defendant allegedly did neither, resulting in the tragic death of a young man.” The case is being prosecuted by Deputy Bureau Chief Laura Newcombe of the Vehicular Crime Bureau. The investigation was conducted by Investigator Marcus Rivera of the New York State Police. An indictment is an accusatory instrument and the defendant is presumed innocent unless and until proven guilty.
CRIME WATCH
The following incidents have been reported by the Nassau County Police Department’s 7th and 8th precincts. And other law enforcement and emergency service units:
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Driving While Intoxicated/Impaired: Hunter Schmidlin, 25, of Mastic Beach.
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Do dogs know the difference between our smiles and tears?
Pets, Pets, Pets...
But the canine brain wasn’t simply sorting the world into “good” and “bad.” A whole-brain analysis revealed distinct patterns of activity that allowed researchers to distinguish fear from anger and sadness. The finding provides the first evidence that dogs can differentiate among specific negative human facial expressions. Of course, that doesn’t mean dogs experience emotions exactly as humans do. And a photograph of a face tells only part of the story. In real life, dogs watch our body language, listen to changes in our voices and even gather information through our scent. “When we compare humans with primates, we are looking at abilities that may have come from a common ancestor,” Cuaya said. “With dogs, the story is different. They followed a hugely different evolutionary path, yet through domestication, they developed the social abilities needed to understand and cooperate with us.” The dogs in the study were pets from loving families. Free-ranging dogs, including those living on the street, navigate a very different social world and may process human cues differently. Researchers now plan to take a more dog-centered approach to understanding how dogs combine these brain signals to make sense of the humans
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Scientists — and dog lovers — have Eight dogs were shown photographs long known that dogs are remarkably of strangers with either happy or neugood at interpreting our laughs, frowns tral expressions. The happy faces actiand tears. But the biology behind this vated the temporal cortex and caudate ability has remained largely unex- nucleus, regions of the brain associated with higher cognitive processing and plored. Now, researchers have taken a clos- reward. “The activity in the caudate nucleus er look at what happens inside a dog’s is particularly interesting,” said Laura brain when it looks at a human face. In a study published Aug. 7 in the Cuaya, also of the University of Vienna, who began the research journal iScience, researchin Mexico and later expanders scanned the brains of ed it through a collaboradogs as they viewed images tion at Eötvös Loránd Uniof people displaying differversity in Hungary. “It sugent facial expressions. The gests that happy human scans revealed that dogs faces may have emotional process smiles in a unique significance for dogs.” region of the brain and, for The researchers then the first time, provided eviwanted to know whether dence that dogs can distindogs responded differently guish among negative to other emotions. expressions, including Twelve dogs were shown anger, sadness and fear. images of people expressing “Humans are really good happiness, anger, fear and at picking up small details JOANNE sadness. Using machine on the face, and so are ANDERSON learning to analyze the dogs,” said first author Raúl brain activity, researchers Hernández-Pérez of the University of Vienna. “By studying their found that the dogs’ brains responded brains, we can understand what adap- differently to negative emotions than tations have developed to support their they did to happiness. The temporal remarkable social and emotional c o r t e x - c a u d a t e n u c l e u s n e t w o r k responded uniquely to happy faces, understanding of humans.” The researchers first focused on allowing researchers to distinguish the happiness, an expression earlier stud- brain’s response to smiles from its ies suggest may hold particular signifi- response to the three negative expressions. cance for dogs.
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Schaffer defeats Casey Quigley in contested convention vote “a tremendous, successful evening,” adding it was time for unity. “I said from the beginning that our loyalty as democratic committee members is not to a person but to the mission of our party,” she told the crowd, most of whom waited for the results to be announced. “Our work continues and we are not going anywhere; we cannot stop building for the future of our party.” Following that, Schaffer walked over to Quigley and shook her hand. “I want to thank Catherine Casey Quigley for her spirited, hard-fought challenge. “I want to thank her for making me a better person, for making me step up my game,” he said, adding that he also thanked her for helping him lose 50 pounds, a reference to the amount of walking he did throughout the campaign. “She brought a lot of energy to this party and we need to bottle that and make sure we leave here tonight with one mission and that is to beat all the Republicans in November.” Schaffer was nominated by New York state Sen. Monica Martinez, who described him as a staunch leader who is always there for the party and its members. Martinez represents the 4th Senate District. “I would like to say one thing about this election,” she added. “When It is over, it is over. When the votes are counted, we have to go back to being the Suffolk County Democratic party because the real fight is not in this room, the real fight is in November and it is our responsibility to stand shoulder to shoulder and work for every (democratic) candidate on the ballot.
Babylon Town Supervisor and Suffolk Democratic Chair Richard Schafer takes to the podium after results showed he won another term as county chair.
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Kathryn Casey Quigley speaks to fellow Democrats following announcement of the votes. Casey Quigley was introduced by Terryl Dozier, a Democrat from Huntington and a member of the steering committee for LI United to Transform Policing & Community Safety. His support of Casey Quigley came from his witnessing her leadership and grassroots organization that helped break a Republican stronghold and build a Democratic organization in Southold. “And this year, she brought that same energy across Suffolk County, inspiring over 400 people to step forward, pound the pavement, make phone calls and find a home in this Democratic committee among neighbors working toward shared goals with shared ideals,” he said.
Babylon Town Democrats are shown at the convention awaiting results of the vote for the party’s county chair.
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and was involved with the ministry of consolation. Diane Bendernagel cbabirad@liherald.com of the church remembered Cunningham for Mary Ellen Cunningher patience and impact ham, a longtime Lindenon others. hurst Board of Educa“I loved her,” said tion trustee, Western Bendernagel. “We are Suffolk BOCES trustee, going to miss her treeducator and communimendously in both minty volunteer, died May istries at the church— 26. She was 65. she had such an impact Mrs. Cunningham on people.” devoted much of her life Cunningham was to education and comactive in the Babylon munity service. She Breast Cancer Coalition served on the Lindenand the Bay Shore hurst and Western SufMARY ELLEN YMCA cancer program. folk BOCES boards of CUNNINGHAM She also supported Girl education and was a life Scouts, Lindenhurst member of the National PTA. She also served as president of the wrestling and the Lindenhurst High School marching band. Edward W. Bower Elementary School PTA. Her family and friends remembered her Born Aug. 21, 1960, in Rockville Centre to Mary Ellen Keating and Theodore Rozmus, optimism and generosity. “Every day was an opportunity to learn, Cunningham grew up with three older brothers. She attended St. Brigid’s School in to spread happiness to others and to love Westbury and Jericho High School before life,” said her son, Thomas F. Cunningham earning a bachelor’s degree in psychology IV. “She approached everything with an and recreation from Plattsburgh State Uni- open, optimistic, and caring attitude—she versity and a master’s degree in early child- loved everyone, and that love was, and still hood education from C.W. Post. In 2005, she is, reciprocated from all who knew her.” Patricia Ames, a longtime friend and colearned an SAS Professional Diploma from Dowling College in educational administra- league, said their connection was “instantaneous” when they met more than 30 years tion. She met her future husband, Thomas F. ago. “She was the brightest light anyone Cunningham III, in college. They married July 27, 1985, at St. Paul the Apostle R.C. could ever ask for in the world,” said Ames. Church in Glen Head and were married for “I can honestly say that anybody whose life 40 years. They spent the first three years of she touched, she touched in a remarkable their marriage in Brooklyn before buying a way.” Michael Flynn, chief operating officer of home in West Babylon and later moving to Lindenhurst, where they lived for more Western Suffolk BOCES, said Cunningham dedicated her life to children as a teacher than 30 years. “She and I were a good team, we always and school administrator. “Her positive impact on the entire educasaid,” said her husband. “We looked at things differently—I am practical and not tional community was profound and lasteasily trusting; she was outgoing and ing—most importantly, she was a friend,” seemed to love and enjoy all people and said Flynn. Mrs. Cunningham was predeceased by things. We worked together well— I kept her parents and her brother James Rozmus. her safe and she made me have more fun.” She is survived by her husband, Thomas, Mrs. Cunningham began her career working at state campgrounds for the state of Lindenhurst; brothers Ted Rozmus and Department of Environmental Conserva- his wife, Joy, of Spring Hill, Florida, and tion, helping establish recreational pro- Gary Rozmus and his wife, Laura, of Northgrams. She later worked at a preschool in port; sister-in-law Susan of Burnsville, Rego Park and taught fourth grade at St. North Carolina; children Kathryn Starr and her husband, Ryan, of Bay Shore; Thomas Francis Cabrini in Bushwick, Brooklyn. After the birth of her first child, she F. Cunningham IV and his wife, Laiana, of founded and ran St. Paul’s Preschool at St. East Lansing, Michigan; and Christopher Paul’s Reformed Church in North Babylon. Cunningham and his wife, Kathleen, of SeaShe later worked in childhood education ford; eight grandchildren; and many nieces, administration, including at Head Start in nephews and friends. Brentwood and Bright Horizons. Cunningham reposed at Lindenhurst Josephine Martino, who worked with Funeral Home on May 29. A service was Cunningham on the Lindenhurst Board of held the following day at Our Lady of PerEducation and is now filling her seat at petual Help R.C. Church in Lindenhurst, folWestern Suffolk BOCES, called Mrs. Cun- lowed by burial at Fairview Cemetery in ningham her mentor. Stone Ridge. “She truly taught me everything I Donations in Cunningham’s memory know,” said Martino. “I miss her terribly.” may be made to the Babylon Breast Cancer Mrs. Cunningham was also active at Our Coalition, 218 N. Wellwood Ave., Suite 2, Lady of Perpetual Help in Lindenhurst, Lindenhurst, NY 11757, or the American where she volunteered at the thrift store Cancer Society at donate.cancer.org.
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NEIGHBORS IN THE NEWS
Meet the woman behind North Babylon’s most festive house By CHRISTIE LEIGH BABIRAD cbabirad@liherald.com
Whether it’s spring, summer, winter or fall, Lisa Pomilla has North Babylon covered with holiday spirit. Pomilla has decorated her home for holidays ranging from the Fourth of July and Halloween to Christmas, Valentine’s Day, St. Patrick’s Day and Easter since 1988, when she and her husband, Michael, first moved into their home. “We started slow but then we just kind of progressed and kept adding,” she said. “Every year we try to add a little something.” Her husband added that they started decorating the first year they were married and now, at Christmas, they have a tree in every room. As for why she puts in the time and effort, Pomilla said she does it “to know that other people see it and that it makes them happy.” “We have a lot of people who stop on the street when we’re out mowing the lawn and we’ve even received thankyou notes and cards telling us that they really enjoy it,” said Pomilla. “It makes me happy that people are enjoying it, not just us.” Pomilla recalled a time when she and her husband were in the backyard and came out to the front of the house to find a man standing in their driveway. He told them that he lived down the block and that he and his wife pass their house every day, and that seeing the lights bring them such a sense of joy. “That makes me feel good,” she said. “To know that other people see it and that it makes them happy.” Decorating has also become a creative outlet for Pomilla, allowing her to pursue her lifelong passion for design. She decorates both the outside and inside of her home and sells handmade items through two Etsy shops. “I have a chocolate mold site, The Chocolate Nest, and I also have the Glossy Gift Shop where I make bowls, crosses and all kinds of stuff like that.” Pomilla works from home, and she and her husband have two grown sons, Kristopher and Bryan. The decorating and crafting have also served as a reprieve for the Pomillas, as their son Bryan has severe disabilities, having been born with a genetic translocation, autism and highly debilitating OCD. “I guess it’s a struggle and then doing the decorating is kind of my release,” she said. Pomilla credits her mother with inspiring her passion for decorating and crafting. She said her mother would “deck out the house” every year for Christmas. “We would go to bed and nothing would be set up and when we woke up, everything would be up—the tree, the gifts would be out—she’d tell us Santa brought everything, and then as we got older, we’d help her decorate,” said
Photo credit Christie Leigh Babirad/Herald
Lisa Pomilla and her husband Michael outside their home decorated for the Fourth of July and the 250th anniversary of America.
Photo credit Courtesy Lisa Pomilla
The Pomilla house is decorated for their favorite holiday of all—Christmas. Pomilla. “She would do the tinsel on the tree and everything had to be straight— my mom was a big decorator.” She said her mother would take the tinsel off every year and wind it back up on the cardboard to save it for the following Christmas. To this day, Pomilla says that while she enjoys decorating for every holiday, Christmas is her favorite. “Christmas-every room gets hit,” she said. “We do every room.” In addition to decorating the outside of the house for everyone who passes by, she said she loved decorating for her children and now her grandchildren. As for storage, Pomilla said they have a large area in their basement where they keep bins and carry them up and down with each holiday. They also store some of their decorations in the garage. “It’s fun,” said Pomilla. “If I can decorate for every holiday, I do, and setting up for Christmas it’s getting earlier and earlier each year.”
Photo credit Courtesy Lisa Pomilla
Hoppin’ into the Easter Season with bright lights and of course the Easter Bunny.
Photo Credit Courtesy Lisa Pomilla
Spooky season is cool at the Pomilla’s with bright lights and fun characters welcoming all who pass by.
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OBITUARY
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Sally Abbott Shiebler, a longtime Babylon resident whose life was defined by her love of family, her generosity toward others and her appreciation for the beauty around her, died July 3, 2026, after a brief hospitalization. She was 91. Born Oct. 5, 1934, in the Village of Babylon, Mrs. Shiebler was the daughter of Frederic and Joy Abbott. She grew up in a loving home with her sisters, June Weinschenk and Suzanne Howell. She was preceded in death by her parents and sisters. Mrs. Shiebler was a proud Babylon High School graduate, where she was a cheerleader and played field hockey. She continued her education at Endicott College in Beverly Farms, Massachusetts, studying merchandising and interior decorating. On June 15, 1957, she married Edward R. Shiebler Jr., the love of her life. The couple shared nearly 57 years together until his death in 2014. Edward, affectionately known as Ted, was a past commodore of the Babylon Yacht Club, and the couple were active members of the club. Together, they raised four children: Amy Shiebler David and her
was recently recoghusband, Carl; Timonized as the oldest thy Shiebler and his member of the Babywife, Sheila; Jonalon Yacht Club. than Shiebler and his Mrs. Shiebler later wife, Debra; and embraced a bicoastal Christopher Shielife, traveling fre bler. quently to California Mrs. Shiebler before eventually endured the devasmoving there permatating loss of two of nently to be closer to her sons, Jonathan her children and in 2011 and Timothy grandchildren. She in 2021. Her love for became a member of them never wavered, the San Clemente and their memories Island Chapter of the remained an imporDaughters of the tant part of her life. SALLY SHIEBLER American Revolution Her family continalongside her daughued to be her greatest ter, Amy, and grandsource of joy. She is survived by her daughter, Amy, and daughter, Sarah. She was particularson Christopher, and grandchildren ly proud to be part of three generaBill Shiebler, Lauren Shiebler, Sarah tions of the organization. Her professional life reflected David and Andrew David. Her grandanother of her defining qualities — a son Scott Shiebler died in 2018. She also leaves behind TBear, her desire to help people. For three beloved Yorkshire terrier of 12 years, decades, she worked as a real estate broker and appraiser and earned the who was a cherished companion. Among Mrs. Shiebler’s happiest respect of those who knew her for her memories were the years she spent at integrity and genuine commitment to the family’s beach house on Captree helping people find homes. At home, she found simple pleaIsland. She loved the peace and beauty of coastal life and the time spent sures in her garden. She loved growthere with family and friends. She ing vegetables, particularly tomatoes
Montauk Classic Oct. 2 The 2026 Fred Golofaro Memorial Montauk Classic Bluefish & Striped Bass Surf Fishing Tournament will take place from noon Oct. 2, through noon Oct. 4. The tournament honors the late Fred Golofaro, a longtime surf-fishing writer and advocate. Fishing must be conducted from the beach, surf, jetty, bank or pier, beginning at the westernmost tip of Napeague State Park and extending east. All fishing areas must be accessible on foot or by wading. Swimming is prohibited. Hither Hills State Park in Montauk
will serve as the official weigh-in and photo-verification station. Applications can be submitted in person at Hither Hills State Park, 2 Old Montauk Highway, Montauk, by 9 a.m. Oct. 3. The awards ceremony and raffle drawing will be held Sunday at 12:30 p.m. Participants must be present to win raffle prizes. For an application or additional information, call the Long Island State Parks Recreation Department at 631-321-3510 or email liparksrecreation@parks.ny.gov. Applications are also available through the New York State Parks website.
and corn, and took pride in tending to the things she had planted. She also had a special place in her heart for the Niguel Botanical Preserve in Laguna Niguel, where she enjoyed watching butterflies and hummingbirds. Her family has asked that those wishing to honor her memory consider donations to the preserve’s butterfly garden. Mrs. Shiebler was a longtime member of St. Timothy’s Catholic Church, where she was active for 20 years. Those who knew Mrs. Shiebler remember not only the places she loved and the things she accomplished, but the way she made people feel. Her warmth, generosity and infectious smile touched family members, friends and members of the communities she called home. She leaves behind a legacy rooted in love — for her husband and children, for her grandchildren, for the communities she belonged to and for the everyday moments she cherished. A Celebration of Life will be held later this year, when family members will gather to remember and celebrate the life of a woman who brought kindness, joy and love to so many.
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BABYLON HERALD RECORD — October 1, 2026
Sally Abbott Shiebler, longtime local realtor, dies at 91
October 1, 2026 — BABYLON HERALD RECORD
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STEPPING OUT ‘Havin’ a good time’…
Alexander Sovronsky
Bobby Conte
Miyuki Miyagi
From Long Island to Dickens:
‘Copperfield!’
At home on the Off-Broadway stage
By Iris Wiener
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hat does “home” mean? For Bobby Conte, Alexander Sovronsky, and Miyuki Miyagi, this question is close to their hearts. Each performer brings a unique connection with Long Island to “Copperfield!,” the new Off-Broadway musical now playing at The Duke on 42nd Street at New 42 Studios. Based on Charles Dickens’ coming-of-age classic, the show allows these performers to draw on their families, communities, and artistic experiences that helped shape their journeys to the stage. “Copperfield!” tells the story of a young man looking back on his life and trying to understand family, identity, perseverance, and where he belongs. Before Conte (Broadway’s “A Bronx Tale”), Sovronsky (Broadway’s “Cyrano de Bergerac”) and Miyagi (Off-Broadway’s “Beau the Musical”), found themselves bringing his story to life, their paths were touched by various lessons inspired by their local roots. Conte, who leads the musical as David Copperfield, sees the idea of home through the lens of the people who helped shape him. His grandparents live in Manhasset, and Long Island became an important part of his life, particularly after college, when he lived with them while auditioning and saving money for his first job. “They were the best roommates ever,” he says. His grandfather, who operated a pharmacy in Manhasset and New York City, was also a passionate supporter of the arts. His customers included Broadway performers like Ethel Merman due to his unique concoction of a remedy for sore throats. Conte considers his grandfather a lasting influence on his own decision to pursue acting. “He’s the forever inspiration of anything that I do,” he says. “Whatever life he’s built over 90plus years affords me the opportunity to take a risk and try to be an actor.” For Sovronsky and Miyagi, the Long Island connection began with music. Sovronsky grew up in Syosset, and began playing violin at the age of 3, studying Suzuki violin with the
Children’s Orchestra Society and in programs in Oyster Bay and Glen Cove. He later attended Syosset High School and became involved in theater, eventually finding a way to combine the two disciplines he had been told could not coexist professionally. “I didn’t want to choose,” he sayd. “People said you can’t do both, you have to choose. And I was like, ‘Watch me!’” Miyagi, who hails from Glen Cove and attended Portledge School in Locust Valley, also discovered her artistic identity early. She began playing violin at 3 (potentially crossing paths with future co-star Sovronsky with the Children’s Orchestra Society) and danced throughout her childhood. “I fell in love with theater in elementary school and thought, ‘Well, I’m going to be an actor,’” she says. “No one took me seriously, but I meant it very seriously.” Her parents’ Japanese restaurants —Asahi Tokyo in Glen Cove and later Maguro in Roslyn — provided another lesson in determination. Watching her parents navigate the demands and uncertainty of the restaurant business, she says, prepared her for the similarly unpredictable life of a theater performer. “They trained me to persevere,” Miyagi says. Those Long Island experiences have become an unexpected throughline in a production centered on finding one’s place in the world. But “Copperfield!” is also an unusually collaborative theatrical experience. The production uses an actor-musician approach in which the company members do far more than act. They sing, play instruments, portray multiple characters, and help create the sound and physical world of the story in full view of the audience. “It’s really rare that you get everyone touching instruments,” Sovronsky says. “That’s a really exciting, unifying element.” For Conte, the musicality of the company has been one of the most remarkable parts of the rehearsal process. He recalled watching performers switch instruments during a rehearsal and somehow make the arrangement sound even better. “I’m constantly surprised at the abilities of the people in the room,” he says. “You are watching the creative people create something before your eyes,” Conte says. That philosophy also informs the performers’ work with multiple characters. Sovronsky plays four different roles, using accents, vocal qualities, and physicality to distinguish them. Miyagi, a swing, covers multiple tracks, requiring her to move among characters with their own voices and physical identities. Musically, the production avoids the conventional amplified sound of many contemporary musicals. Instead, the acoustic score incorporates strings, winds, piano, and live Foley effects, creating a soundscape that complements the period setting. Sovronsky sees “Copperfield!” as ultimately a story about “finding your home and finding joy and the positivity in things.” Conte adds that the story’s themes serve as an important reminder: “When you’re dealt the cards you have, can you still find hope, purpose, and a reason to want to connect with other people?” As he puts it, the power of theater may ultimately lie in its ability to remind audiences that everyone is deserving of “grace and patience and forgiveness,” and that, even after a difficult journey, there is always the possibility of finding a way forward. The performers’ Long Island experiences are helping them tell a story about a young man doing exactly what they have done in their own ways: looking at where David Copperfield came from, discovering who he is, and finding the people and places that make him feel at home. “Charles Dickens’ Copperfield! The New Musical” runs through Dec. 6. Visit copperfieldthemusical.com to purchase tickets.
Queen-mania is coming back to Long Island. Almost Queen’s highvoltage tribute to one of rock’s most legendary bands is complete with soaring vocals, Brian May-style guitar riffs, four-part harmonies and the theatrical swagger that made Queen unforgettable. Fronted by Joseph Russo as the charismatic Freddie Mercury, with Steve Leonard as Brian May, Randy Gregg as John Deacon and John Cappadona as Roger Taylor, Almost Queen delivers a meticulously crafted recreation of the Queen experience. From the authentic costumes to faithful renditions of “Bohemian Rhapsody,” “We Will Rock You” and “Somebody to Love,” every detail is designed to capture the grandeur, precision and sheer fun of a Queen concert. It’s a full-throttle trip into the world of Queen. Expect big vocals, bigger guitar and plenty of reasons to get out of your seat.
Saturday, Oct. 3, 8 p.m. Tickets available at ticketmaster.com or paramountny.com. The Paramount, 370 New York Ave., Huntington.
Curtain up on the Great White Way Broadway’s biggest hits take the spotlight at the Madison Theatre in “Give Our Regards to Broadway: A Salute to the 21st Century Musical.” The focus is on 2000s favorites, with showstoppers from “Wicked,” “Dear Evan Hansen,” “In the Heights” and Disney classics. Add Broadway guest stars Nichelle Lewis and Harris Matthew “Molloy University’s talented CAP21 Musical Theatre students and the soaring South Shore Symphony, and the result is a production packed with big voices, memorable songs and Broadway flair.
Sunday, Oct. 4, 3 p.m. $45-$65. Tickets available at madisontheatreny.org or (516) 323-4444. Madison Theatre, 1000 Hempstead Ave., Rockville Centre.
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Wendy Klemperer: Wrought Taxonomies
Vanderbilt Museum welcomes everyone to enjoy the exhibition of outdoor sculpture at the historic summer estate of William Kissam Vanderbilt II. Klemperer’s sculptures. a haunting assemblage of animal forms that span imaginary, endangered, familiar, and exotic species, celebrate natural history and the nonhuman world through evocative interactions with the surrounding environment. Using materials salvaged from scrapyards, she composes ecological narratives that respond to the history and collections of Suffolk County’s first public park and museum. Her brilliant use of gestural lines captures the spectator’s attention and invites museum-goers to reflect on the relationship between an interest in animal life and the incessant push of human industry. Visitors are encouraged to picnic on the grounds. • Where: 180 Little Neck Road, Centerport • Time: 10 a.m.-5 p.m. • Contact: vanderbiltmuseum.org or call (631) 854-5579
‘Everybody Loves Raymond: Celebrating 30 Years’
Visit the Long Island Music and Entertainment Hall of Fame for an immersive exhibit (designed by LIMEHOF Creative Director, renowned designer Kevin O’Callaghan). It features the 70-foot-wide set from the show’s recent 30th anniversary TV special on CBS, never before on display. Visitors can walk into the world of the Barone family and explore their home through original studio sets, which include the living room, the kitchen and other areas of the house. Also see a variety of iconic items, including original clothing, the famous fork and spoon, and the Christmas toaster, among other classic items from the series. Multimedia clips, including behind the scenes and rare out-takes and a range of related videos play in LIMEHOF’s surround sound theater. • Where: 97 Main St., Stony Brook • Time: 11 a.m.-6 p.m. • Contact: limusichalloffame.org or (631) 689-5888
Suffolk County First Precinct meets
The Suffolk County First Precinct holds their community meeting. All are welcome to attend. • Where: Amity Harbor Civic Association, 100 Western Concourse, Amityville • Time: 7 p.m. • Contact: (631) 854-8100
CALENDAR Nourish Babylon SitDown Dinner
Every Monday Nourish Babylon holds a sit-down dinner. All are welcome to attend. • Where: Christ Episcopal Church, 12 Prospect St., Babylon • Time: 5-6:30 p.m. • Contact: (631) 661-5757
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Grab-and-Go Free Dinners
Free dinners are available at Cross of Christ Lutheran Church, every Tuesday. Drive into the parking lot behind the church and a meal will be handdelivered to you. • Where: 576 Deer Park Ave., Babylon • Time: 4-5 p.m. • Contact: (631) 987-2896
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A blast from the ‘80s
Tease that hair, dig out the neon and get ready to party like it’s 1985. Jessie’s Girl is bringing its wildly entertaining “Back to the Eighties” concert experience back to the Paramount, with a high-energy blast of pop, rock and pure ‘80s nostalgia. The New York City-based band features top rock and pop musicians and four powerhouse vocalists who transform into the era’s biggest icons, complete with signature looks, choreography and plenty of attitude. Expect hits from the decade’s biggest stars, delivered with a full live band and the kind of over-the-top production that makes Jessie’s Girl a concert — and a party — rolled into one. Add audience participation, colorful costumes, props, bubbles and a • Where: The Paramount, 370 blizzard of confetti, and you’ve got an all-out throwback celebration that keeps the New York Ave., Huntington crowd singing, dancing and reaching for those neon leg warmers. Whether you lived • Time: 8 p.m. through the ‘80s or simply wish you had, Jessie’s Girl knows how to take you back. • Contact: ticketmaster.com or paramountny.com
First Presbyterian Church SOS Feeding Ministry
The First Presbyterian Church of Babylon SOS, Serving Our Savior, Feeding Ministry offers grab and go meals. No questions are asked. • Where: First Presbyterian Church of Babylon, 79 E. Main St., Babylon • Time: 4-6 p.m. • Contact: (631) 587-5838
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First Presbyterian Church of Babylon Food Pantry
This food pantry is available for anyone in need of a little extra support. • Where: First Presbyterian Church of Babylon, 79 E. Main St., Babylon • Time: 10 a.m.-1 p.m., ongoing • Contact: (631) 587-5838, administration@firstpresbabylon. org or firstpresbabylon.org
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CommunityWide Yard Sale
The Village of Babylon holds their community wide yard sale. With raffles, refreshments and more for participating addresses. Rain date is Oct. 10.
• Where: Village of Babylon • Time: All Day • Contact: (631) 669-1212
Children’s Pop-Up
The Town of Babylon invites families to stop at the Town Hall and pick up free costumes, clothes and coats for your children. After selecting your items, children can play at the Town Hall Playground. With children’s activities by Event Kings. • Where: Babylon Town Hall, 200 E. Sunrise Highway, Lindenhurst • Time: 11 a.m.-2 p.m. • Contact: (631) 957-3000
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Farmers Market Enjoy fresh produce and shop various vendors, every Sunday into October.
• Where: Village of Babylon Gazebo, 244 W. Main St., Babylon • Time: 8 a.m-12:30 p.m. • Contact: longislandfarmersmkts @gmail.com
Concert time The Long Island Music and Entertainment Hall of Fame welcomes Marian Mastrorilli. She has been writing and performing
“folk that rocks!” in the area since her late 20’s. After claiming Huntington as a new hometown in 2018, she’s been making headway in Long Island’s acoustic community. Her latest CD “Sea Salt and Sawdust,” released in March 2025, landed on the FAI Folk Charts at #33 for Folk DJs Top Albums that month, with tracks gaining airplay on over 55 shows internationally. She’s been a featured performer throughout the region. As a wellestablished Hudson Valley artist for over 10 years, Marian led the premier acoustic quartet Project Mercury. • Where: 97 Main St., Stony Brook • Time: 3 p.m. • Contact: limusichalloffame.org or (631) 689-5888
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First Presbyterian Church of Babylon Food Pantry
This food pantry is available for anyone in need of a little extra support. • Where: First Presbyterian Church of Babylon, 79 E. Main St., Babylon • Time: 10 a.m.-1 p.m., ongoing • Contact: (631) 5875838, administration@ firstpresbabylon.org or firstpresbabylon.org
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Arts Council Volunteer Information Session
The Babylon Village Arts Council holds a board meeting for those interested in volunteering with BVAC. Join BVAC as they plan upcoming events, support local artists and help keep the arts thriving in Babylon Village. RSVP for the location of the meeting. • Where: RSVP for location • Time: 7 p.m. • Contact: Allyson Uttendorfer at (516) 524-1338
Emotional Health Recovery and Support Group
This group meets weekly, at Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 9592, in person with Emotions Anonymous, a 12-step support group for anyone experiencing emotional difficulties. All calls are confidential. • Where: 55 Hickory Lane, Levittown • Time: 7:30 -9 p.m. • Contact: Steve at (631) 3320552 or Jill at (516) 220-7808
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Public Notices
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Notice of Formation o f TAY L O R ' S B R I G H T BEGINNERS LLC Articles of Organization filed with the Secretary of St at e of Ne w Yor k ( S SN Y ) on 04/28/2026. Office location: Suffolk County. SSNY has been designated as agent of the LLC upon whom process against it may be served. S SN Y sha l l mai l process to: THE LLC 37 OXFORD ST L I N D E N H U R S T, NY 11757 Purpose: Any lawful act or activity. 26-446. 8/27, 9/3, 10, 17, 24, 10/1 Notice of formation of AEQ LOGISTICS LLC. Arts. of Org. filed with SSNY on 07/12/2026. Office loc: Suffolk Co. SSNY designated as agent upon whom process may be ser ved & shall mail copy to 28 Cumberland St, West Babylon, NY 11704. Purpose: Any lawful purpose. 26-455 8/27, 9/3, 10, 17, 24, 10/1 Notice of formation of Copper Lantern Realty LLC Articles of Organization filed with the Secretary of State of New York (SS Y) on August 12, 2026 O f f i c e 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: Stephanie Juliano, 27 North Emerson Ave. Copiague, NY 11726 Purpose: any lawful act. 26-466. 9/3, 10, 17, 24, 10/1, 8
N o t i c e o f Q u a l i f i c at i on of ORR HOLDINGS LLC. App. For Auth. filed with Secy of State of NY (SSNY) on April 10, 2026. O f f i c e l o c at i o n : Suffolk. Formed in the Commonwealth o f Vi r g i n i a o n 11/30/2020. SSNY designated as agent of LLC upon whom process against it may be served. SSNY sha l l mai l process to: 5 West Clay St., Richmond, VA 2 3 2 2 0 . A r t s of Org filed with Commonwealth of Virginia State Corporation Commission. Purpose: any lawful act or activity. 26-454. 8/27, 9/3, 10, 17, 24, 10/1 SUPREME COURT OF THE STATE OF NEW YORK COUNTY OF SUFFOLK DEUTSCHE BANK NATIONAL TRUST C O M PA N Y A S T RU ST E E F OR INDYMAC INDX MORTGAGE LOAN TRUST 2006-FLX1, MORTGAGE PASSTHROUGH CERTIFICATES SERIES 2006-FLX1, -againstPUBLIC ADMINISTRATOR OF SUFFOLK COUNTY, AS ADMINISTRATOR OF THE ESTATE OF HOWARD R. TAYLOR, ET AL. NOTICE OF SALE NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN pursuant to a Final Judgment of Foreclosure entered in the Office of the Clerk of the County of Suffolk on August 3, 2023, wherein DEUTSCHE BANK NATIONAL TRUST COMPANY AS TRUSTEE FOR INDYMAC INDX MORTGAGE LOAN TRUST 2006-FLX1, MORTGAGE PASSTHROUGH CER-
TIFICATES SERIES 2006-FLX1 is the Plaintiff and PUBLIC ADMINISTRATOR OF SUFFOLK COUNTY, AS ADMINISTRATOR OF THE ESTATE OF HOWARD R. TAYLOR, ET AL. are the Defendant(s). I, the undersigned Referee, will sell at public auction at the BABYLON TOWN HALL, 2 0 0 E AST SU N RISE HIGHWAY, NORTH LINDENHURST, NY 11757, on October 13, 2026 at 1:30PM, premises known as 7 ASH P L AC E , W YA N DANCH, NY 11798; and the following tax map identification: 0100-055.00-03.00052.003 and 052.004. ALL THAT CERTAIN PLOT, PIECE OR PA RC E L 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.: 619055/2018. Robert A. Macedonio, Esq. - Referee. Robertson, Anschutz, Schneid, Crane & Partners, PLLC, 900 Me rc h ant s C on course, Suite 310, Westbury, New York 11590, Attorneys for Plaintiff. All foreclosure sales will be conducted in accordance with Covid-19 guidelines including, but not limited to, social distancing and mask wearing. *LO CATION OF SALE SUBJECT TO CHANGE DAY OF IN ACCORDANCE W I T H C O U RT / CLERK DIRECTIVES. 26-471 9/10, 17, 24, 10/1
NOTICE OF SALE SUPREME COURT COUNTY OF SUFFOLK Wells Fargo Bank, National Association, as Trustee for First Franklin Mortgage Loan Trust, Mortgage Loan Asset-Backed Certificates, Series 2005FF6, Plaintiff AGAINST Florentina Boscolo a/k/a Florentina Rujeu Boscolo; Rosaria Restivo; et al., Defendant(s) Pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale duly entered April 21, 2025, I, the undersigned Referee, will sell at public auction at the Babylon Town Hall, 200 East Sunrise Highway, Lindenhurst, New York on October 15, 2026, at 1:30PM, pre m i s e s k n ow n as 44 Seley Drive, North Babylon, NY 11703. All that certain plot, piece or parcel of land situate, lying and being in the Town of Babylon, County of Suffolk and State of New York, District: 0100 Section: 120.00 Block: 01.00 Lot: 155.000. Approximate amount of judgment $590,698.04 plus interest and costs. Premises will be sold subject to provisions of filed Judgment Index# 621190/2023. Francesco Tini, Esq., Referee LOGS Legal Group LLP Attorney(s) for the Plaintiff 175 Mile Crossing Boulevard Rochester, New York 14624 (877) 430-4792 Dated: August 26, 2026 26-474. 9/10,17, 24,10/1 NOTICE OF SALE SUPREME COURT - COUNTY OF SUFFOLK- BABYLON.
THE BANK OF NEW YORK MELLON F/K/A THE BA N K OF N EW YORK, AS SUCCESSOR IN INTEREST TO J P MORG A N CHASE BANK, NATIONAL ASSOCIATION F/K/A JPMOR G A N C HA SE BANK, AS TRUSTE E F OR G SM P S MORTGAGE LOAN T RU S T 2 0 0 2 - 1 , Plaintiff -againstFRED E. THOMAS, WILLIAM E. THOMAS, HAZEL THOMAS, et al Defendant(s). Pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale dated May 19, 2026, I, the undersigned Referee will sell at public auction at the Babylon Town Hall, 200 East Sunrise Highway, Lindenhurst, NY on October 27, 2026 at 2:00 p.m. premises situate, lying and being in the Town of Babylon, County of Suffolk and State of New York, known and designated as District 0100 Section 110.00 Block 01.00 Lot 021.001. Said premises known as 169 GOVERNOR AVENUE, WEST BABYLON, NY 11704 Approximate amount of lien $527,619.14 plus interest & costs. Premises will be sold subject to provisions of filed Judgment and Terms of Sale. Index Numb er 611626/2025. S C OT T SI L L E R , ESQ., Referee DRUCKMAN LAW GROUP PLLC At t o r n e y ( s ) f o r Plaintiff 242 Drexel Avenue, Westbury, NY 11590 For sale information, please visit www. Auction.com or call (800) 280-2832. DLG# 40676 26-485. 9/24, 10/1, 8, 15
SUPREME COURT OF THE STATE OF NEW YORK COUNTY OF SUFFOLK HSBC BANK USA, NAT IO NA L A S SO CIATION, AS T RU ST E E F OR FREMONT HOME LOAN TRUST 2006E, MORTGAGEBACKED CERTIFIC AT E S , S E R I E S 2006-E, -againstBARBERELLA L. DEBELLO A/K/A BARBERELLA DEBELLO A/K/A BARBARELLA DEBELLO, 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 25, 2025, wherein HSBC BANK USA, NAT IO NA L A S SO CIATION, AS T RU ST E E F OR FREMONT HOME LOAN TRUST 2006E, MORTGAGEBACKED CERTIFIC AT E S , S E R I E S 2006-E is the Plaintiff and BARBERELLA L. DEBELLO A/K/A BARBERELLA DEBELLO A/K/A BARBARELLA DEBELLO, 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 29, 2026 at 9:30AM, premises known as 111 MONTGOME R Y AV E N U E , N O R T H B A B YLON, NY 11703; and the following tax map identification: 0100-141.00-04.00073.001. ALL THAT CERTAIN PLOT, PIECE OR PA RC E L 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 Ju d g m e nt In d e x No.: 626536/2023. Brian T. Egan, Esq. Referee. Robertson, Anschutz, Schneid, Crane & Partners, PL LC , 9 0 0 Me rchants Concourse, Suite 310, Westbury, New York 11590, Attorneys for Plaintiff. All foreclosure sales will be conducted in accordance with C ov id-19 guide lines including, but not limited to, social distancing and mask wearing. *LO CATION OF SALE SUBJECT TO CHANGE DAY OF IN ACCORDANCE W I T H C O U RT / CLERK DIRECTIVES. 26-487. 9/24, 10/1, 8, 15 NOTICE OF SALE SUPREME COURT - COUNTY OF SUFFOLK CARRINGTON MORTGAGE SERVICES, LLC Plaintiff, Against ALEX RITTENHOUSE A/K/A ALEXANDRIA RITTENHOUSE AS TRUSTEE OF THE TERENCE DORAN FA M I LY T RU ST DATED AUGUST 5, 2021; et al Defendant(s) Pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale, duly entered 07/16/2026, I, the undersigned Referee, will sell at public auction, at Babylon Town Hall, 200 East Sunrise Highway, Lindenhurst, NY 11757,
on 10/23/2026 at 3:00PM, premises known as 93 Wood Avenue, Amityville, NY 11701, and described as follows: ALL that certain plot piece or parcel of land, with the buildings and improvements thereon erected, situate, lying and being in the Village of Amityville, in the Town of Babylon, County of Suffolk and State of New York. District 0101 Section 008.00 Block 03.00 Lot 045.000 The approximate amount of the current Judgment lien is $349,001.30 plus interest and costs. The Premises will be sold subject to provisions of the aforesaid Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale; Index # 623202/2025 Robert T. Fuchs, Esq., Referee. MCCABE, WEISBERG & CONWAY, LLC, 10 Midland Avenue, Suite 205, Port Chester, NY 10573 D at e d : 9 / 9 / 2 0 2 6 File Number: 23300692 CA 26-489 9/24, 10/1, 8, 15 Notice is hereby given that a license, Application ID: NA0340-26-122774 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 3 9 1 N Wi n d s o r Ave, Brightwaters, NY 11718, County of Suffolk, for on premises consumption at ROUX BAR RG LTD. 26-492 9/24, 10/1
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SUPREME COURT OF THE STATE OF NEW YORK COUNTY OF SUFFOLK U. S . BA N K NATIONAL ASSOCIATION, AS TRUSTEE FOR STRUCTURED ASSET SECURITIES C O R P O R AT I O N MORTGAGE LOAN TRUST 2007-BNC1 MORTGAGE PASSTHROUGH CERTIFICATES, SERIES 2007-BNC1, -againstALINSON ACOSTA, 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 7, 2025, wherein U.S. BANK NATIONAL A S S O C IAT I O N , AS TRUSTEE FOR STRUCTURED ASSET SECURITIES CORPORATION MORTGAGE LOAN TRUST 2007BNC1 MORTGAGE PASS-THROUGH C E RT I F IC AT E S , SERIES 2007-BNC1 is the Plaintiff and
ALINSON ACOSTA, ET AL. are the Defendant(s). I, t he u nd e rs i g ne d Referee, will sell at public auction at the BABYLON TOWN HALL, 200 EAST SUNRISE HIGHWAY, NORTH LINDENHURST, NY 11757, on October 14, 2026 at 10:00AM, premises known as 145 SOUTH 15TH STREET, LINDENHURST, NY 11757; and the following tax map identification: 0103-009.00-03.00033.000. ALL THAT CERTAIN PLOT, PIECE OR PA RC E L 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 Ju d g m e nt In d e x No.: 609933/2015. Thomas A. Abbate, Esq. - Referee. Robertson, Anschutz, Schneid, Crane & Partners, PLLC, 900 Me rc h ant s C on course, Suite 310, Westbury, New York 11590, Attorneys for Plaintiff. All foreclosure sales will be conducted in accordance with Covid-19 guidelines including, but not limited to, social distancing and mask wearing. *LO CATION OF SALE SUBJECT TO CHANGE DAY OF IN ACCORDANCE W I T H C O U RT / CLERK DIRECTIVES. 26-468 9/10, 17, 24, 10/1 SUPREME COURT OF THE STATE OF NEW YORK COUNTY OF SUFFOLK WILMINGTON SAVINGS FUND S O C I E T Y, F S B , AS INDENTURE
T RU S T E E , F O R THE NRPL TRUST 2 0 1 9 - 3 M O R TG AG E - B AC K E D N O T E S , SE R I E S 2019-3, -againstJEFFREY GOLDMAN, 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 12, 2023, wherein WILMINGTON SAVINGS FUND S O C I E T Y, F S B , AS INDENTURE T RU S T E E , F O R THE NRPL TRUST 2 0 1 9 - 3 M O R TG AG E - B AC K E D N O T E S , SE R I E S 2019-3 is the Plaintiff and JEFFREY GOLDMAN, 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 8, 2026 at 2:00PM, pre m i s e s k n ow n as 300 DOLPHIN LANE, WEST BABYLON, NY 11704; and the following tax map identification: 0100-230.00-01.00044.000 & 065.000. ALL THAT CERTAIN PLOT, PIECE OR PA RC E L 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 Ju d g m e nt In d e x No.: 619973/2020. Joshua P. Blumberg, Esq. - Referee. Robertson, Anschutz, Schneid, Crane & Partners, PLLC, 900 Me rc h ant s C on course, Suite 310,
Westbury, New York 11590, Attorneys for Plaintiff. All foreclosure sales will be conducted in accordance with Covid-19 guidelines including, but not limited to, social distancing and mask wearing. *LO CATION OF SALE SUBJECT TO CHANGE DAY OF IN ACCORDANCE W I T H C O U RT / CLERK DIRECTIVES. 26-469. 9/10, 17, 24, 10/1 NOTICE OF SALE SUPREME COURT - COUNTY OF SUFFOLK L O A N D E P O T. COM, LLC Plaintiff, Against RALPH F. SOLURI, JR. A/K/A RALPH SOLURI; et al Defendant(s) Pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale, duly entered 07/17/2026, I, the undersigned Referee, will sell at public auction, at Babylon Town Hall, 200 East Sunrise Highway, Lindenhurst, NY 11757, on 10/13/2026 at 1:00PM, premises known as 103 East Santa Barbara Road a/k/a 103 Santa Barbara Road East, Lindenhurst, NY 11757, 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 at Copiague, Town of Babylon, County of Suffolk and State of New York. District 0100 Section 188.00 Block 01.00 Lot 086.000 The approximate amount of the current Judgment lien is $317,729.59 plus interest and costs. The Premises will be sold subject to provi-
sions of the aforesaid Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale; Index # 613361/2025 DANIELLE COYSH, Esq., Referee. MCCABE, WEISBERG & CONWAY, LLC, 10 Midland Avenue, Suite 205, Port Chester, NY 10573 Dated: 8/27/2026 File Number: 25300334 CA 26=472 9/10, 17, 24, 10/1 SUPREME COURT OF THE STATE OF NEW YORK COUNTY OF SUFFOLK U.S. BANK N.A., AS TRUSTEE, ON BEHALF OF THE HOLDERS OF THE CSFB MORTGAGEBAC K E D PA S S THROUGH CERTIFICATES, SERIES 2004-AR8, -againstJODI SULLIVAN A / K / A J ODI M . SULLIVAN, 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 27, 2026, wherein U.S. BANK N.A., AS TRUSTEE, ON BEHALF OF THE HOLDERS OF THE CSFB MORTG AG E - B AC K E D PASS-THROUGH C E RT I F IC AT E S , SERIES 2004-AR8 is the Plaintiff and JODI SULLIVAN A / K / A J ODI M . SULLIVAN, 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 27, 2026 at 2:00PM, premises known as 619 SOUTH 6TH STREET, LINDENHURST, NY 11757;
and the following tax map identification: 0103-021.00-02.00021.001. ALL THAT CERTAIN PLOT PIECE OR PA RC E L OF LAND, WITH THE BUILDINGS AND IMPROVEMENTS THEREON ERECTED, SITUATE, LYING AND BEING IN THE VILLAGE OF LINDENHURST, TOWN OF BABYLON, COUNTY OF SUFFOLK AND STATE OF NEW YORK Premises will be sold subject to provisions of filed Ju d g m e nt In d e x No.: 625202/2024. Scott H. Siller, Esq. Referee. Robertson, Anschutz, Schneid, Crane & Partners, PL LC , 9 0 0 Me rchants Concourse, Suite 310, Westbury, New York 11590, Attorneys for Plaintiff. All foreclosure sales will be conducted in accordance with C ov id-19 guide lines including, but not limited to, social distancing and mask wearing. *LO CATION OF SALE SUBJECT TO CHANGE DAY OF IN ACCORDANCE W I T H C O U RT / CLERK DIRECTIVES. 26-486. 9/24, 10/1, 8, 15 NOTICE OF SALE SUPREME COURT COUNTY OF Suffolk, U.S. Bank National Association, not in its individual capacity but solely as trustee for the RMAC Trust, Series 2016-CTT, Plaintiff, vs. Gloria De Lisi A/K/A Gloria Scaduto De Lisi A/K/A Gloria Scaduto-De Lisi Heir-At-Law, ET AL., Defendant(s). Pursuant to an Order Confirming Referee Report and Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale duly en-
tered on September 11, 2024 and an Order Extending Sale Deadline and Other Relief duly entered on August 4, 2026, 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, 2026 at 1:30 p.m., premises known as 1593 First Street a/k/ a 1st Street, West Babylon, NY 11704. All that certain plot, piece or parcel of land, with the buildings and improvements t here on ere c te d, situate, lying and being in the Town of Babylon, County of Suffolk and State of New York, District 0100, Section 139.00, Block 02.00 and Lot 046.000. Approximate amount of judgment is $870,481.47 plus interest and costs. Premises will be sold subject to provisions of filed Judgment Index #026442/2010. L atoy a R o b e r t a Angela James, Esq., Referee Friedman Vartolo LLP, 85 Broad Street, Suite 501, New York, New York 10004, Attorneys for Plaintiff. Firm File No.: 254208-1 26-490. 9/24, 10/1, 8, 15 Notice of formation of Rampage Performance LLC. Arts. of Org. filed with the SSNY on 08/11/2026. Office: Suffolk Co. SSNY designated as agent of LLC upon whom process against it may be served. SSNY shall mail copy of process to: 9 Fairfield Dr, Dix Hills, NY 11746. Purpose: any lawful purpose. 26-463. 9/3, 10, 17, 24, 10/1, 8
NOTICE OF SALE SUPREME COURT COUNTY OF Suffolk, U.S. Bank Trust, N.A., as trustee for LSF9 Master Participation Trust, Plaintiff, vs. Mildred J. Michalczyk, ET AL., Defendant(s). Pursuant to an Order Confirming Referee Report and Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale duly entered on January 15, 2026 and an Order Extending the Sale Deadline duly entered on August 12, 2026, I, the undersigned Referee will sell at public auction at the Babylon Town Hall, 200 East Sunrise Highway, North Lindenhurst, NY 11757 on October 23, 2026 at 2:30 p.m., premises known as 16 Walnut Avenue East, Farmingdale, NY 11735. All that certain plot, piece or parcel of land, with the buildings and improvements thereon erected, situate, lying and being in the Westerly side of Walnut Avenue, at Farmingdale, Town of Babylon, County of Suffolk and State of New York, District 0100, Section 046.00, Block 02.00 and Lot 026.000. Approximate amount of judgment is $445,904.33 plus interest and costs. Premises will be sold subject to provisions of filed Judgment Index #602779/2020. Cash will not be accepted, only bank or certified checks. Robert T. Fuchs, Esq., Referee Friedman Vartolo LLP, 85 Broad Street, Suite 501, New York, New York 10004, Attorneys for Plaintiff. Firm File No.: 253933-1 26-484. 9/24, 10/1, 8, 15
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NOTICE OF FORMATION OF SISTER SHIP, LLC. Arts. of Org. filed with the Secy. of State of NY (SSNY) on 8/24/26. Office Loc. Suffolk County. SSNY designated as agent upon whom process against it may be served. SSNY shall mail a copy of any process to: Sister Ship, LLC at 22 Washington Dr, Centerport, NY 11721. Reg. Agent: e R e s i d e nt Ag e nt , Inc.1 Rockefeller Plaza Ste 1204, NY, NY 10020. P/B/A: 22 Washington Dr, C enterport, NY 11721. Purpose: any lawful activity. 26-465. 9/3, 10, 17, 24, 10/1, 8
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SUPREME COURT OF THE STATE OF NEW YORK COUNTY OF SUFFOLK HSBC BANK USA, NAT I O NA L A S S O C IAT I O N A S T RU ST E E F OR DEUTSCHE ALT-B SECURITIES, INC. MORTGAGE LOAN T RU S T, S E R I E S 2006-AF1, -againstKATURAH RICHARDSON A/K/A KATURAH RENEE RICHARDSON, 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 HSBC BANK USA, NATIONAL ASSOCIATION AS TRUSTEE FOR DEUTSCHE ALT-B SECURITIES, INC. MORTGAGE LOAN TRUST, SERIES 2006-AF1 is the Plaintiff and KATURAH RICHARDSON A/K/A K AT U R A H R E N E E R ICHARDSON, ET AL. are the Defendant(s). I, the undersigned Referee, will sell at public auction at the BABYLON TOWN HALL, 2 0 0 E AST SU N RISE HIGHWAY, NORTH LINDENHURST, NY 11757, on October 22, 2026 at 1:00PM, premises known as 602 COMMANDER AVENUE, WEST BABYLON, NY 11704; and the following tax map identification: 0100-103.00-01.00033.000. ALL THAT CERTAIN PLOT, PIECE OR PA RC E L OF LAND, SITUATE, LYING AND BEING AT P I N E L AW N , TOWN OF BABYLON, COUNTY OF SUFFOLK, STATE
OF NEW YORK Premises will be sold subject to provisions of filed Ju d g m e nt In d e x No.: 612649/2023. D a n i e l l e C oy s h , Esq. - Referee. Robertson, Anschutz, Schneid, Crane & Partners, PLLC, 900 Me rc h ant s C on course, Suite 310, Westbury, New York 11590, Attorneys for Plaintiff. All foreclosure sales will be conducted in accordance with Covid-19 guidelines including, but not limited to, social distancing and mask wearing. *LO CATION OF SALE SUBJECT TO CHANGE DAY OF IN ACCORDANCE W I T H C O U RT / CLERK DIRECTIVES. 26-491. 9/24, 10/1, 8, 15 NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING BY THE TOWN OF BABYLON ACCESSORY A PA RT M E N T REVIEW BOARD Pursuant to provisions of Local L aw # 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 t h e Tow n B o ard Meeting Room in the East Wing of Town Hall, 200 East Sunrise Highway, Lindenhurst, New York on Tuesday eve, October 6th, 2026. Public hearings begin 6:00pm. N E W APPLICATIONS: •Erin Brown APMT-26-107 36 Namleps Ln Deer Park, NY 11729 SCTM#0100-91-1-9 •Gene Matersley APMT-26-48 782 Bermuda Road West Babylon, NY 11704
SCTM# 0100-2141-181 •Steevenson Mondelus APMT-26-95 190 Suburban Ave Deer Park, NY 11729 SCTM#0100-92-236 •Phillip Cirrone APMT-26-112 331 17th Street Deer Park, NY 11729 SCTM#0100-86-110 •Grace DeBiccari APMT-26-106 1729 Quarter Street West Babylon, NY 11704 SCTM#0100-209-4101.001 P r i n t i n g Instructions: R E N E WA L S B Y A F F I DAV I T 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, A c c e s s o r y Apartment Review B o a r d , To w n o f B abylon, Nor th Lindenhurst, Suffolk C o u n t y, Ne w York. Babylon Beacon: Thursday, October 1st , 2026 26-496. 10/1 NOTICE TO BIDDERS Pursuant to Resolution adopted by the Village Board: SEALED BIDS will be received by the Village Clerk of the Village of Babylon at 153 West Main St re e t , B a by l on , New York, 11702 on Thursday, October 15, 2026, at 9:30 a.m. at which time they will be publicly opened and read, and the Contract awarded as soon thereafter as practicable for the:
VILLAGE OF BABYLON B E AC H C A NA L DREDGING This project includes dredging the existing boat basin at Beach Canal using clamshell bucket to 4 feet below mean low water. Approximately 315 CY of material will be dredged, dewatered on-site at the adjacent parking lot, and disposed of at an approved upland facility. Drawings and specifications may be examined and obtained at the Village Hall, between the hours of 9:00 AM and 4:00 PM daily except Saturdays, Sundays, and Holidays on and after Thursday, October 01, 2026. A non-refundable deposit of $50.00 is required for each set of contract documents. Checks are to be made payable to the Village of Babylon. Each proposal must be accompanied by a Certified Check or Bid Bond made payable to the Village of Babylon in the amount of five percent (5%) of the total amount of the bid. Bid proposals should be made in sealed envelopes clearly marked “Beach Canal Dredging”. Said bids will be opened and read aloud at the above stated time. The Village of Babylon encourages minority and women owned businesses to participate in all bids. The Village of Babylon reserves the right to waive any informalities in Bidding and to reject all bids or to accept any Bid, which in the opinion of the Board, will be in the best interest of the Village. By Order of the
Board of Trustees Jean Marie Parker, Village Clerk Dated: September 23, 2026 Babylon, NY 11702 26-497 10/1, 8 NOTICE TO BIDDERS Pursuant to Resolution adopted by the Village Board: SEALED BIDS will be received by the Village Clerk of the Village of Babylon at 153 West Main St re e t , B a by l on , New York, 11702 on Thursday, October 15, 2026, at 9:30 a.m. at which time they will be publicly opened and read, and the Contract awarded as soon thereafter as practicable for the: VILLAGE OF BABYLON MAIN DOCK BULKHEAD REPLACEMENT This project consists of the removal of the existing timber bulkhead and the installation of a new vinyl bulkhead, along with decking improvements at the existing location. Additional site improvements include parking lot reconstruction, new electrical and water pedestals and services, and upgrades to the site lighting system. Drawings and specifications may be examined and obtained at the Village Hall, between the hours of 9:00 AM and 4:00 PM daily except Saturdays, Sundays, and Holidays on and after Thursday, October 01, 2026. A non-refundable deposit of $75.00 is required for each set of contract documents. Checks are to be made payable to the Village of Babylon. Each proposal must be accompanied by a Certified Check
or Bid Bond made payable to the Village of Babylon in the amount of five percent (5%) of the total amount of the bid. Bid proposals should be made in sealed envelopes clearly marked “Main Dock Bulkhead Replacement”. Said bids will be opened and read aloud at the above stated time. The Village of Babylon encourages minority and women owned businesses to participate in all bids. The Village of Babylon reserves the right to waive any informalities in Bidding and to reject all bids or to accept any Bid, which in the opinion of the Board, will be in the best interest of the Village. By Order of t he Board of Trustees Jean Marie Parker, Village Clerk Dated: September 23, 2026 Babylon, NY 11702 26-498 10/1, 8 SUPREME COURT OF THE STATE OF NEW YORK COUNTY OF SUFFOLK WILMINGTON SAVINGS FUND SOCIET Y FSB, D/B/A CHRISTIANA TRUST, NOT I N D I V I D UA L LY BUT AS TRUSTEE FOR RCF 2 ACQUISITION TRUST B, -againstMARTHA MARSHALL, 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 27, 2026, wherein WILMINGTON SAVINGS FUND SOCIET Y FSB, D/B/A CHRISTIA-
NA TRUST, NOT I N D I V I D UA L LY BUT AS TRUSTEE FOR RCF 2 ACQUISITION TRUST B is the Plaintiff and MARTHA MARSHALL, 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 2, 2026 at 10:00AM, premises known as 142 NORTH 24TH STREET, WYANDANCH, NY 11798; and the following tax map identification: 0100-039.00-03.00095.000. ALL THAT CERTAIN PLOT, PIECE OR PA RC E L OF LAND, WITH THE BUILDINGS AND IMPROVEMENTS THEREON ERECTED, SITUATE, LYING AND BEING I N T H E T OW N OF BABYLON AT W YA N D A N C H , COUNTY OF SUFFOLK AND STATE OF NEW YORK Premises will be sold subject to provisions of filed Ju d g m e nt In d e x No.: 613746/2023. Richard Lavorata, Jr., Esq. - Referee. Robertson, Anschutz, Schneid, Crane & Partners, PLLC, 900 Me rc h ant s C on course, Suite 310, Westbury, New York 11590, Attorneys for Plaintiff. All foreclosure sales will be conducted in accordance with Covid-19 guidelines including, but not limited to, social distancing and mask wearing. *LO CATION OF SALE SUBJECT TO CHANGE DAY OF IN ACCORDANCE W I T H C O U RT / CLERK DIRECTIVES. 26-501. 10/1, 8, 15, 22
NOTICE OF SALE SUPREME COURT COUNTY OF Suffolk, Wilmington Trust, National Association, not in its individual capacity but solely as Delaware Trustee of SMRF Trust VII-A, Plaintiff, vs. 35 West Santa Barbara LLC, ET AL., Defendant(s). Pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale duly entered on June 27, 2024 and an Order Extending the Sale Deadline duly entered on August 25, 2026, I, the undersigned Referee will sell at public auction at the Babylon Town Hall, 200 East Sunrise Highway, North Lindenhurst, NY 11757 on November 4, 2026 at 1:00 p.m., premises known as 35 Santa Barbara Road West a/k/a 35 West Santa Barbara Road, Lindenhurst, NY 11757. 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 and State of New York, District 0100, Section 190.00, Block 02.00 and Lot 076.000. Approximate amount of judgment is $523,792.21 plus interest and costs. Premises will be sold subject to provisions of filed Judgment Index #613358/2023. Brooke J. Breen, Esq., Referee Friedman Vartolo LLP, 85 Broad Street, Suite 501, New York, New York 10004, Attorneys for Plaintiff. Firm File No.: 230934-1 26-499. 10/1, 8, 15, 22
NOTICE OF FORMATION OF LIMITED L I A B I L I T Y C O M P A N Y MKM Arts & Crafts B outique LLC Articles of Organization was filed with the Secretary of State of New York, (SSNY) on 4/07/2026. NY Office location: Suffolk County. SSNY has b e e n d e s i g n at e d as an agent of LLC upon whom process against it may be served. SSNY shall mail a copy of the process to:424 Half Hollow Road, Deer Park NY11729 Purpose: To engage in any lawful act or activity. 26-479. 9/17, 24, 10/1,8, 15, 22 RE F E R E E ' S NOTICE OF SALE IN FORECLOSURE SUPREME COURT - COUNTY OF SUFFOLK FREEDOM MORTGAGE C ORPO RATION, Plaintiff - against - FABIAN B R OW N E , e t a l Defendant(s). Pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered on May 26, 2026. I, the undersigned Referee will sell at public auction at the Babylon Town Hall, 200 East Sunrise Highway, Lindenhurst, NY 11757 on the 19th day of October, 2026 at 10:00 AM. All that certain plot, piece or parcel of land, with the buildings thereon erected, situate, lying and being at Copiague, in the Town of Babylon, County of Suffolk and State of New York. Premises known as 170 Colombo Avenue, Copiague, NY 11726. (District: 0100, Section: 199.00, Block: 02.00, Lot: 012.000) Approximate
amount of lien $358,886.56 plus interest and costs. Premises will be sold subject to provisions of filed judgment and terms of sale. In d e x No. 613263/2025. Richard Lavorata, Jr., Esq., Referee. McC a l la R aymer Leibert Pierce, LLP At t o r n e y ( s ) f o r Plaintiff 420 Lexington Avenue, Suite 840 New York, NY 10170 Tel. 347/286-7409 For sale information, please visit Auction. com at www.Auct ion.com or ca l l (800) 280-2832 Dated: August 13, 2026 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. 26-480. 9/17, 24, 10/1, 8 SUPREME COURT OF THE STATE OF NEW YORK COUNTY OF SUFFOLK U.S. BANK TRUST NATIONAL ASSOCIATION, NOT IN ITS INDIVIDUAL CAPACIT Y BUT SOLELY AS OWNER TRUSTEE FOR RCF 2 ACQUISITION TRUST,
-againstDEBRA WISE A/K/A DEBRA R. WISE, ET AL. NOTICE OF SALE NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN pursuant to a Final Judgment of Foreclosure entered in the Office of the Clerk of the County of Suffolk on February 19, 2026, wherein U.S. BANK TRUST NATIONAL ASSOCIATION, NOT IN ITS INDIVIDUAL CAPACIT Y BUT SOLELY AS OWNER TRUSTEE FOR RCF 2 ACQUISITION TRUST is the Plaintiff and DEBRA WISE A/K/A DEBRA R. WISE, ET AL. are the Defendant(s). I, the undersigned Referee, will sell at public auction at the BABYLON TOWN HALL, 200 EAST SUNRISE HIGHWAY, NORTH LINDENHURST, NY 11757, on October 22, 2026 at 10:00AM, premises known as 509 11TH STREET, WEST BABYLON, NY 11704; and the following tax map identification: 0100-130.00-04.00086.000. ALL THAT CERTAIN PLOT, PIECE OR PA RC E L OF LAND, SITUATE, LYING AND BEING IN THE TOWN OF BABYLON, COUNTY OF SUFFOLK AND STATE OF NEW YORK Premises will be sold subject to provisions of filed Judgment Index No.: 614779/2023. David Bishop, Esq. Referee. Robertson, Anschutz, Schneid, Crane & Partners, PL LC , 9 0 0 Me rchants Concourse, Suite 310, Westbury, New York 11590, Attorneys for Plaintiff. All foreclosure sales will be conducted in accordance with C ov id-19 guide -
lines including, but not limited to, social distancing and mask wearing. *LO CATION OF SALE SUBJECT TO CHANGE DAY OF IN ACCORDANCE W I T H C O U RT / CLERK DIRECTIVES. 26-481 - 9/17, 24, 10/1, 8 NOTICE OF SALE SUPREME COURT COUNTY OF SUFFOLK U.S. BANK NATIONAL ASSOCIATION, NOT IN ITS INDIVIDUAL CAPACIT Y BUT SOLELY AS TRUSTEE FOR THE RMAC T RU S T, S E R I E S 2016-CTT, Plaintiff AGAINST ANNIE P. EVANS, DEBORAH SNELL, ET AL., Defendant(s) Pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale duly entered March 10, 2026, I, t he u nd e rs i g ne d Referee will sell at public auction at the Babylon Town Hall, 200 East Sunrise Highway, Lindenhurst, NY 11757 on October 19, 2026 at 10:30 AM, premises known as 227 Essex 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 Town of Babylon, County of Suffolk and State of New York, District 0100 Section 105.00 Block 02.00 Lot 014.000. Approximate amount of judgment $447,064.26 plus interest and costs. Premises will be sold subject to provisions of filed Judgment Index #618025/2024. Joy E. Jorgensen, Esq., Referee Gross Polowy, LLC 1775 Wehrle Drive Williamsville, NY 14221 24-001037 91309 26-482 - 9/17, 24, 10/1, 8
NOTICE OF SAL Supreme Court County of Suffolk Rocket Mortgage, LLC s/b/m Nationstar Mortgage LLC, Plaintiff AGAINST Lina P. Burgos f/k/a Lina P. Dusanenko, et al, Defendant Pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale duly entered on August 24, 2026, I, the undersigned Referee, will sell at public auction at the Babylon Town Hall, 200 East Sunrise Hwy., North Lindenhurst, NY on October 26, 2026 at 9:00 AM premises known as 131 East Alhambra Avenue, Lindenhurst, NY 11757. All that certain plot piece or parcel of land, with the buildings and improvements erected, situate, lying and being in the County of Suffolk, State of New York, SECTION: 189.00, BLOCK: 04.00, LOT: 023.002; District 0100. Approximate amount of judgment is $602,703.35 plus interests and costs. Premises will be sold subject to provisions of filed Judgment Index # 621167/2025. This sale may be subject to the US Dept of the Treasury’s Financial Crimes Enforcement Network Real Estate Reporting Rule. In such event, all purchasers are required to provide the information needed for proper reporting in accordance with the terms of sale. For sale information, please visit Auction. com at www.Auct ion.com or ca l l (800) 280-2832. Richard Lavorata Jr., Referee FRENKEL L AMBERT WEISMAN & GORDON LLP 53 Gibson Street Bay Shore, NY 11706 26-488 9/24, 10/1, 8, 15
SUPREME COURT OF THE STATE OF NEW YORK COUNTY OF SUFFOLK U.S. BANK TRUST NATIONAL ASSOCIATION, NOT IN ITS INDIVIDUAL CAPACIT Y BUT SOLELY AS OWNER TRUSTEE FOR RCAF ACQUISITION TRUST, -againstKENNETH E. HERBST, 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, 2026, wherein U.S. BANK TRUST NATIONAL A S S O C IAT I O N , NOT IN ITS INDIVIDUAL CAPACITY BUT SOLELY AS OWNER TRUSTEE FOR RCAF ACQUISITION TRUST is the Plaintiff and KENNETH E. HERBST, 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 27, 2026 at 2:00PM, premises known as 326 WEST 10TH S T R E E T, D E E R PARK, NY 11729; and the following tax map identification: 0100-086.00-01.00223.000. ALL THAT CERTAIN PLOT, PIECE, OR PA RC E L 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 Ju d g m e nt In d e x No.: 618961/2024.
Scott H. Siller, Esq. Referee. Robertson, Anschutz, Schneid, Crane & Partners, PL LC , 9 0 0 Me rchants Concourse, Suite 310, Westbury, New York 11590, Attorneys for Plaintiff. All foreclosure sales will be conducted in accordance with C ov id-19 guide lines including, but not limited to, social distancing and mask wearing. *LO CATION OF SALE SUBJECT TO CHANGE DAY OF IN ACCORDANCE W I T H C O U RT / CLERK DIRECTIVES. 26-495. 9/24, 10/1, 8, 15 Legal NoticeThe following account is being auctioned on October 20, 2026 at 10:30 a.m. at Tell Avenue, LLC at 308 C om ma ck R o a d, Deer Park, New York 11729. Inspection begins at 10:15 a.m. Property to be auctioned consists of all property and personal effects currently stored at the facility for the following account(s): SALAUDDIN BAKSH – 308 C om ma ck R o a d, D e e r Par k , Ne w York 11729 – Unit 0075GK FULL BID PRICE WILL BE DUE AND PAYABLE AT THE TIME OF THE SALE AND THE PROPERTY MUST BE REMOVED WITHIN 24 HOURS OF THE SALE. 26-494- 9/24, 10/1
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NOTICE OF SALE SUPREME COURT COUNTY OF SUFFOLK U.S. Bank National Association, as Tr uste e for GSR Mortgage Loan Trust 2005-AR5, Mortgage Pass-Through Certificates, Series 2005AR5, Plaintiff AGAINST Suffolk County Public Administrator as Limited Administrator of the Estate of Richard Orlandi; Sandra Orlandi; Laurinda Handlik; et al., Defendant(s) Pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale duly entered August 7, 2026, I, the undersigned Referee, will sell at public auction at the Babylon Town Hall, 200 East Sunrise Highway, Lindenhurst, NY 11757 on October 14, 2026, at 9:00AM, premises known as 163 Baylawn Avenue, Copiague, NY 11726. All that certain plot piece or parcel of land, with the buildings and improvements thereon erected, situate, lying and being at Copiague, in the Town of Babylon, County of Suffolk and State of New York, District 0100 Section 191.00 Block 01.00 Lot 163.002. Approximate amount of judgment $1,027,999.73 plus interest and costs. Premises will be sold subject to provisions of filed Judgment Index# 606427/2019. David Besso, Esq., Referee LOGS Legal Group LLP f/k/a Shapiro, DiCaro & Barak, LLC Attorney(s) for the Plaintiff 175 Mile Crossing Boulevard Rochester, New York 14624 (877) 430-4792 Dated: August 28, 2026 26-475. 9/10, 17, 24, 10/1
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R E F E R EE'S NOTICE OF SALE IN FORECLOSURE SUPREME COURT - COUNTY OF SUFFOLK THE BANK OF NEW YORK MELLON FKA THE BA N K OF N EW YORK, AS TRUSTEE FOR THE CERTIFICATEHOLDERS OF CWALT, INC., ALTERNATIVE LOAN TRUST 2006-31CB, MORTGAGE PASSTHROUGH CERTIFICATES, SERIES 2006-31CB, Plaintiff - against - PAUL BARIL A/K/A ROLAND PAUL BARIL, et al Defendant(s). Pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered on June 6, 2025. I, the undersigned Referee will sell at public auction at the Babylon Town Hall, 200 East Sunrise Highway, Lindenhurst, NY 11757 on the 2nd day of November, 2026 at 9:30 AM. All that certain plot, piece or parcel of land with the buildings and improvements thereon erected, situate, lying and being in Amityville, Town of Babylon, County of Suffolk and State of New York. Premises known as 32 Irving Road, Amityville, NY 11702. (District: 0100, Section: 182.00, Block: 01.00, Lot: 161.000) Approximate amount of lien $750,097.52 plus interest and costs. Premises will be sold subject to provisions of filed judgment and terms of sale. In d e x No. 600017/2024. Richard Lavorata, Jr., Esq., Referee. McC a l la R aymer Leibert Pierce, LLP At t o r n e y ( s ) f o r Plaintiff 420 Lexington Avenue, Suite 840 New York, NY 10170
Public Notices Tel. 347/286-7409 For sale information, please visit Auction. com at www.Auct ion.com or c a l l (800) 280-2832 Dated: August 20, 2026 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. 26-500 10/1, 8, 15, 22 SUPREME COURT OF THE STATE OF NEW YORK COUNTY OF SUFFOLK LAKEVIEW LOAN SERVICING, LLC, -againstJ O N AT H A N 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 J O N AT H A N 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 2, 2026 at 2:00PM, premises known as 412 LITTLE EAST NECK ROAD, BABYLON, NY 11702; and the following tax map identification: 0102-020.00-01.00071.000. ALL THAT CERTAIN PLOT, PIECE OR PA RC E L OF LAND, WITH THE BUILDINGS AND IMPROVEMENTS THEREON ERECTED, SITUATE, LYING AND BEING IN THE TOWN OF BABYLON, SUFFOLK COUNT Y, 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, PL LC , 9 0 0 Me rchants Concourse, Suite 310, Westbury, New York 11590, Attorneys for Plaintiff. All foreclosure sales will be conducted in accordance with C ov id-19 guide lines including, but not limited to, social distancing and mask wearing. *LO CATION OF SALE SUBJECT TO CHANGE DAY OF IN ACCORDANCE W I T H C O U RT / CLERK DIRECTIVES. 26-502. 10/1, 8, 15, 22 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 7, 2026 at 6:00pm N EW A PPL IC ATION 1. Ramon Sanchez 183 Liberty Ave. N. Babylon NY 11703 SCTM NO: 0100-153-2-40 2. John Walton 32 Spring St. Wheatley Heights NY 11798 SCTM NO: 0100-14-6-30 3. Anthony Pellati 1599 3rd St. West Babylon NY 11704 SCTM NO: 0100-138-3-66 4. Piotr Sadowski 201 Elm Ave. Lindenhurst NY 11757 SCTM NO: 0100-226-3-33 5. 5 W Smith LLC 5 Smith St. N. Amityville NY 11701 SCTM NO: 0100-165-1-81 RENEWALS 1. Maria Forgione 15 Lake Place Wyandanch NY 11798 SCTM NO: 010059-4-37 2. AJR Enterprises NY LLC 17 Bedford St. Wyandanch NY 11798 SCTM NO: 010083-1-7 26-503 10/1 NOTICE OF PUBLIC AND/OR INFORMATIONAL HEARINGS BY THE TOWN OF BABYLON PLANNING BOARD ursuant 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
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said the event was a perfect opportunity to get out and meet Chrebet. As longtime Jets fans, the father and son had Chrebet sign their collectible mini helmets. “It’s a beautiful day to be out and we got to meet Wayne Chrebet,” said Vincent Jr., acknowledging that he and his father are longtime Jets fans. Andrew and Alana, the son and daughter of Anthony and Ava Falco of Levittown, enjoyed cupcakes and other snacks and treats at the event. “It’s a beautiful day to be out doing something nice like this with the family,” Ava
said. The Amityville center provides programs and services for families affected by dementia. AFA’s event information said the center offers activities including art, music, dance, movement and brain games, as well as support groups for caregivers and free memory screenings. The AFA Barbara Rabinowitz Education & Resource Center is at 149 Schleigel Boulevard in Amityville. AFA says the center offers free dementia-friendly activities, caregiver support groups and memory screenings for the community. For more information, go to ALZfdn.org/ afa-li-center or call (631) 223-4000.
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Alana and Andrew Falco enjoy a cupcake at Family Fund Day. They are the children of Anthony and Ava Falco of Levittown.
Public Notices Town Hall, Town Board Room, 200 East Sunrise Highway, Lindenhurst, New York, on the Monday, October 5, 2026 at 7:00 p.m. prevailing time or as soon thereafter as can be heard to consider the following application(s): P U B L I C H E A RING/SITE PLAN REVIEW/HOTEL/ MOTEL JOB#: PLAN2 6 - 1 9 ; L AV R e alty, LLC.: SCTM# 0100-066.00-02.00019.001: Z one – MH Motel Hotel: SEQRA – Type II Action: Applicant proposes interior and exterior renovations to an existing 2-story 13,349.35sf (footprint) motel, along with associ-
ated site improvements.: Property is located on the west side of Commack Road, 700' south of Grand Boulevard, Deer Park, Suffolk County, Town of Babylon, New York P U B L I C H E A RING/SITE PLAN REVIEW/BAR/RESTAURANT JOB#: PLAN-2622; ALTA Development LTD: SCTM# 0100-043.0002.00-117.000, 0100-043.0002.00-118.000 and 0100-043.00-02.00065.000: Zone – E Business: SEQRA – Type II Action: Applicant proposes interior and exterior renovations of two existing structures on three lots for a physical therapy of-
fice (2,648sf footprint) and a 20-seat cafe (924sf ), along with associated site improvements.: Property is located on the northeast corner of Deer Park Avenue and Long Island Avenue, Deer Park, 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 Pl an n i ng B o ard, Town of Babylon, North Lindenhurst, Suffolk County, New York PRINTING INSTRUCTIONS6 Babylon B eacon: 10/01/2026 26-505 10/1
NOTICE OF FORMATION OF 1 SANDACRES, LLC. Arts. of Org. filed with the Secy. of State of NY (SSNY) on 9/6/23. Office Loc. Suffolk County. SSNY designated as agent upon whom process against it may be served. SSNY shall mail a copy of any process to: 1 Sandacres, LLC at 1 Sandacres Ln, #1375, Quogue, NY 11959. Reg. Agent: e R e s i d e nt A g e nt , Inc. 1 Rockefeller Plaza Ste 1204, NY, NY 10020. P/B/A: 1 S an d a c re s L n , Quogue, NY 11959. Purpose: any lawful activity. 26-504. 10/1, 8, 15, 22, 29, 11/5
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Q. A few homes in my neighborhood are much taller. What are the rules for how tall a house can be — like how many floors, and what’s legal? I mostly see only two stories, but the new ones are at least three stories. Is this a new thing that you can build taller? Was it just traditional to only build two stories until now? A. Recently, influences have changed the thinking on allowed height. Hurricane Sandy’s flooding caused New York to promote house-lifting in flood zones. Influence also came from the Federal Emergency Management Agency, which in essence is really a publicly funded insurance company, covering people in areas where regular home insurance onte eeper companies avoid the risk of insuring. The incentive to lift or build higher is to avoid huge flood insurance cost increases by building above flood levels, with the lowest level only allowed to be for a garage and storage, not living space. By making the first livable floor higher, above the flood level, insurance rates are kept lower. People have shown me that their rates went from $500 to $5,000 a year, increasing annually since Sandy in 2012. Some homes are much higher than codes and incentives intended due to misinterpretation of the reasons to build higher and misrepresentation in the review process. For example, a home’s first floor is no longer a first floor if it’s higher than 6 feet above the ground. Over 6 feet high, the floor level automatically becomes a second floor, meaning the next floor above is a third floor, which requires zoning board approval, interior sprinklers, escape terraces and wind strengthening. I’ve seen home plans misrepresented as being two stories by not correctly showing the floor level heights, or describing a second floor as a first floor and the next floor as a second floor (that’s really a third floor), and even where a fourth floor is shown as a mezzanine or roof-level balcony. There’s a small countryside town in Tuscany, in central Italy, called San Gimignano, that’s famous for its skyline of towers that people built on their homes in medieval times. As the story goes, one prominent homeowner built a tall tower to watch for potential attackers. His neighbor jealously built a tower a little higher, and, not to be outdone, several adjacent homeowners began building towers higher and higher than one another. History repeats itself. Thirty feet from the ground or center of the road is your maximum roof height. The safety code is intended to protect people from perishing in fires. The first code chapter addresses wind resistance, since the taller you build, the more turbulence from adjacent buildings and wind destruction, not just to your building, but to adjacent buildings. With the 75-mph winds we’ve had lately, wind, like flooding, is a real concern. Manhattan towers aren’t wood and nails for a reason. Decisions to build higher have to take community safety and appearance into account, and until recently, they did.
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products made with the chemicals anyway. Meanwhile, despite action by the state and private litigation targeting PFAS, the Trump administration is moving in the opposite direction. The Environmental Protection Agency — headed by Long Island resident Lee Zeldin, of Shirley — is seeking “rollbacks on regulations,” according to a letter of complaint that Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer sent to Zeldin last month. And the EPA just approved the licensing of “two new pesticides that contain PFAS,” Food & Water Action, a Washington, D.C-based organization, reports. It issued a statement saying, “PFAS don’t readily break down in our environment and are linked to serious health concerns like cancer. They don’t belong anywhere near our food.” FWA included a message that it encouraged people to sign and send to Zeldin, saying, “I demand that you rescind the approval of isocycloseram and cyclobutrifluram, deny future approvals of PFAS pesticides, and update the EPA’s definition of PFAS to fully reflect this dangerous class of chemicals.” Karl Grossman has been an investigative reporter in a variety of media for more than 50 years. He is a professor of journalism at the State University of New York at Old Westbury.
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n a world driven by the overconsumption of technology and social media, one thing I’ve always prided myself on is my love of books. I was raised to enjoy reading — scouring pages for enjoyment, an escape from reality or, perhaps most important, a new perspective on life. In 2025 I read 70 books, my highest total in recent years and an uptick from 55 in 2024. This year I set out to at least match that accomplishment, but for some reason I’ve found myself consistently dejected by many things I’ve tried to read. I’ve hit a “reading slump” in the past, but never one that’s lasted for what feels like months on end. And don’t get me wrong — there’ve been some gems this year — but mostly I’ve been particularly unmoved by the material I’ve chosen. A few weeks ago, I was compiling a weekly calendar for the East Meadow Herald and included a “Bestsellers Book Discussion” at the East Meadow library. The book of choice for September was
“James,” by Percival Everett, a historical novel that retells Mark Twain’s “Adventures of Huckleberry Finn” from the perspective of one of that landmark book’s two main characters, the enslaved Black man named Jim. Several friends have read and enjoyed “James,” and rightfully so: It was awarded the 2025 Pulitzer Prize for fiction. I figured if anything were to yank me out of my rut, surely it could be a novel like “James.” I haven’t yet finished the book, but I can tell you that it’s exactly the kind of historical story that normally piques my curiosity. Thus far I’ve been captivated by the way Everett challenges the stereotypes historically used to portray enslaved people, depicts the relationship between a young white boy and a Black man, and explores what freedom truly means. In my early reading of “James,” a thought occurred to me: Could a book like this end up being banned? I turned to Google, where I was informed that no, it isn’t currently widely censored or flatout banned, although the novel possesses the qualities of books that have previ-
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ously been challenged, including the use of rough language and a raw depiction of slavery. As it turns out, others — lots of readers — had wondered the same thing. Everett spoke with “CBS Sunday Morning” in 2024 about the possibility of “James” being censored, calling the banning of any book a “performative act by small and frightened people in an attempt to control a world that they can’t control.” Everett’s words were powerful. It’s troubling that we live in a world where an author must consider how censorship might affect the reception of his work. I share this with you because we’re approaching Banned Books Week, which will be observed Oct. 4-10. This year’s theme is “Let Books Be. Protect the Freedom to Read.” The annual event seeks to bring attention to the issue of censorship, uniting librarians, educators, authors and readers against organized attempts to restrict access to information. PEN America, a nonprofit that protects free expression, has tracked nearly 23,000 instances of books being banned
anned Books Week begins Sunday. I urge you to look up a list of them and read one.
in the U.S. since 2021. Florida, Texas and Tennessee lead the country, with the highest volume of restrictions and removals. The books that make those lists often feature LGTBQ themes, discussions of race and racism and big-picture American history, warts and all. Censorship, in any form, undermines everyone’s ability to think freely, explore challenging topics, and learn. As I’ve learned this year, not every book speaks to every reader. But everyone deserves the chance to decide that for themselves. I’m not writing this to tell you to read “James,” although it may just turn out to be the book that gets me out of my slump. I do, however, think it’s the type of book that people who are looking to expand their worldview and interact with diverse perspectives should read. Ahead of Banned Books Week, I urge you to look up a list of novels that have been challenged, removed or restricted. Choose one and read it. Even if it isn’t your next favorite, it might show you something you hadn’t thought to look for. And remember: A book doesn’t have to be comfortable for it to be worth reading. Jordan Vallone is the deputy managing editor of Herald Community Newspapers. Comments? Jvallone@liherald.com.
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pedestrians. Many aren’t wearing helmets, while others carry passengers on vehicles not designed for more than one person, increasing the possibility that a moment of carelessness will result in serious injury, or tragedy. The number of e-bikes in New York City increased from roughly 96,000 in 2020 to more than 272,000 in 2023. Some doctors are calling the use of e-bikes a public health crisis due to the surge in pediatric trauma cases. Stony Brook University Hospital reports an increase of as much as 900 percent in hospitalizations resulting from the use of “micro-mobility devices,” which in 2025 accounted for 30 percent of all pediatric trauma emergency cases. Although we don’t have specific data showing how many e-bikes and scooters are being operated locally, I believe most residents would agree that we’ve seen a major increase. They are now a regular presence throughout our neighborhoods. These aren’t simply toys. They are motorized vehicles capable of reaching speeds that can cause severe injuries. They must be operated with the same attention, caution and respect for traffic laws that we expect from everyone using our roads.
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In Amityville, the e-bike speed limit is 20 mph, and it’s 15 mph for electric scooters. Scooter operators must also be at least 16 years old. State lawmakers are considering additional protections. Legislation sponsored by State Sen. Jeremy Zellner and Assemblyman William Conrad III would require every e-bike and scooter operator to wear an approved helmet. Safe operation is only one of the riders’ responsibilities. Lithium-ion batteries can create a serious fire hazard if damaged, modified or improperly charged. Owners should only purchase bikes, scooters and batteries tested and certified by an accredited laboratory, use the manufacturerapproved battery and charger, and never leave a battery charging unattended or overnight. Batteries should be taken out of service immediately if they overheat, swell, leak, emit an unusual odor or show signs of damage. There have been two incidents in which improperly disposed-of lithium-ion batteries have caught fire, creating a difficult situation for our Fire Department. Our Police Department shares these concerns. It is actively conducting public outreach and ramping up enforce-
t’s up to parents to know what their child is riding and where it can legally be used.
ment of the laws governing e-bikes and scooters, but enforcement can be challenging. These vehicles are highly mobile, violations may occur quickly, and officers generally must see the unsafe behavior or identify the rider. They can’t be on every street at every moment, which is why education, parental involvement and cooperation from residents remain essential. Officers can respond to complaints, speak with riders and contact the parents of younger riders. It is parents’ responsibility to know what type of vehicle their child is riding, whether they can legally operate it, how fast it can travel and where it may be used. And adult riders must understand that traffic laws apply to them, and that pedestrians have the right to feel safe. The rules should be clear: Wear a helmet that fits properly, obey stop signs and traffic signals, stay off sidewalks, don’t carry passengers, remain visible and never assume that a driver sees you. E-bikes and scooters can be useful and enjoyable forms of transportation. The goal is not to prevent their responsible use, but to ensure that they’re operated safely and respectfully. This is a community-wide responsibility, and every rider must do their part to prevent serious or life-changing accidents. Michael O’Neill is the mayor of Amityville.
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Talk about a destination wedding: Renato Gamboa, second from left, of Levittown, and Leanne Eberhart, of Freeport, with Eberhart’s parents, Darren and Teresa, in Machu Picchu, Peru.
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