Canestro election to Amityville
School board voided in legal snafu; board reinstates her as appointee and also swears in Christopher Nehring to vacant seat
By Carolyn James
Wendy Canestro, who was elected by a wide margin May 19 to fill an open seat on the Amityville School Board and was sworn in that day, had to be sworn in again last week after it was discovered she never signed the register as required by law.
School officials said she had been advised to do so—a claim that Canestro denies—and because she didn’t, her election was nullified by state law. When the district became fully aware of the is -
Rosamond Bobb-King of Amityville awarded Doctor of Nursing Practice degree IN THE NEWS
Rosamond Bobb-King of Amityville, was awarded a Doctor of Nursing Practice degree by the Board of Trustees of Thomas Edison State University in Trenton on June 7. Bobb-King works as a nurse educator and team leader for Maimonides Health in Brooklyn. “While attending Thomas Edison State University, I had the incredible opportunity to experience significant personal and professional growth,” said Bobb-King. “The coursework was challenging and engaging, enabling students to explore and apply various leadership styles when working with teams.” She expressed her thanks to her mother Eugenie and her husband Emsley. The couple have four children, Malcolm, Micheal, Marcus and Misheley.
sue, officials determined that they should appoint Canestro to the seat, left vacant by the resignation of Dr. Terry Fulton last year, in keeping with the voice of the public who voted her into office
The result, however, is that Canestro, who won a seat that expired June 30, 2025, is now an appointed trustee instead of an elected official and her term runs until the next school board election on May 20, 2025, five weeks short of her original term of office.
“I did not see the oath book on Election night, nor did the school district clerk call me after the election to tell me I had to go in and sign it,”
Canestro said, adding that she called the district last week to inquire about the requirement and was told of the problem.
School Board President Lisa Johnson explained
the issue to the public at the meeting last Friday night and advised how the district was handling it.
On Monday, she said: “To me the important thing
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Calling all Babylon Town pup parents: Discounted licenses are now available
By Christie Leigh Babirad
Babylon Town officials have announced a reduction in dog license fees from July 1 to September 30 to encourage licensing and help ensure your pet’s safety.
Town Clerk Gerry Compitello emphasized the importance of licensing.
“We, as dog owners, are their advocates, and if your pup should decide to go on a solo adventure away from your house or backyard, and it ends up in a town shelter, the license is proof of ownership,” she said.
Currently, only about 25 percent of dog owners in the Town of Babylon have licensed their pets, a requirement under town law. Compitello said there were 480 new dog licenses and 416 renewed licenses in 2023. In 2024, year-to-date, there are 282 new licenses and 261 renewed dog licenses.
State Senator Monica Martinez shared her experience of losing her dog for several days, to highlight the im-
portance of licensing your dog.
“This gives pet owners some peace of mind because it is more likely that they will be able to have their pet returned if it gets lost. This will allow animal control and shelters to get in contact with you more quickly if your dog does get out,” she said.
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Christopher Nehring, right, is sowrn in as a trustee of the Amityville School Board by Attorney Lisa L. Hutchinson, a senior partner with the law firm of Guercio and Guercio.
Pets, Pets, Pets...
by Joanne Anderson
The complicated relationship between Thomas Jefferson and his dogs
Besides a fireworks reminder to keep your pets safely inside, Fourth of July also brings an annual appreciation for the Founding Fathers, particularly Thomas Jefferson who happened to have a fascination with the natural world. Jefferson owned several unusual pets including his constant companion mockingbird and several grizzly bear cubs, gifts from Lewis and Clark.
Our third President also had a love/hate relationship with his dogs, specifically his sheepdogs. They were part of his desire to “colonize” the county with certain Old-World species. His species wish list included the nightingale and Angora hare. The chien de berger or “shepherd’s dog” intrigued him because the Comte de Buffon (1707-1788) a prominent naturalist and Darwin predecessor, considered this breed closest to wolves, the origin of all dogs. Buffon felt shepherd’s dogs were the only dogs born fully trained. However, Jefferson disagreed with another of Buffon’s controversial theories—that the climate in the New World degenerated dogs, making them smaller and eventually unable to bark. Jefferson and our great thinkers Franklin and Hamilton took umbrage when others applied Buffon’s natural history notion to politics and their newly formed
government.
During a trip to France in 1789, Jefferson paid the equivalent of six dollars for a pregnant shepherd’s dog. This dog named “Bergere” gave birth to two pups next to 60 European trees on a ship sailing to Virginia. “Bergere” and her family successfully rounded the chickens each night at Monticello while “Grizzle” imported from Normandy a year later was a disaster. His whole line was deemed mischievous and destroyed in 1796, except for one pup kept out of trouble on the end of a chain. No one is sure what the “Bergere” or “Grizzle” progeny looked like. Some say they resembled today’s Briards, but Buffon’s engraving shows a shaggy dog with a pointy face.
Thomas Jefferson had love/hate feelings about dogs.
Around 1809, when Spanish merino sheep were brought to America, wool became big business. Jefferson started herding sheep too. There was a bounty on wolves as marauders of livestock. Somehow this bounty generalized to dogs, often poorly fed, even sheepdogs who were supposed to
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be gathering the flock away from predators. Jefferson told his overseer that his slaves’ dogs, if found by the herd, would have to be killed. In fact, in 1815, a sheepdog that Jefferson promised to his brother was caught eating a sheep and killed.
Dog laws started
popping up in several states. In 1811, Peter Minor, a fellow Virginia landowner requested Jefferson’s help for a scheme to reduce the dog population. Minor hoped for legislative support for a tax on dog owners, hoping some would kill some or all their dogs to avoid the tax. The levy would be used to compensate farmers for livestock killed. Minor complained about the loss of valuable sheep and, in addition, feared the spread of rabies and its fatal consequences for humans bitten. (Pasteur’s rabies vaccine was still 74 years away.)
Jefferson shared these concerns and wrote a letter to Peter Minor against dogs, declaring: “I participate in all your hostilities toward dogs, and would readily join in any plan for exterminating the whole race….” Their petition failed, and no tax was enacted.
Meanwhile, Jefferson’s professed canine hatred was such a contradiction. Jefferson kept working dogs on his estate, continued to breed them, and imported more. In 1809, the Marquis de Lafayette selected on French sheepdog pair for Jefferson to breed. The female, reared on cornbread, was perfectly trained, and herded in the Monticello fields where there were no interior fences, only rows of peach trees. She was still able to keep the sheep out of the rows of grain. The fine reputation of the Monticello dogs spread. Jefferson delighted in taking applications for his pups from plantation owners and government officials. Nevertheless, it would be hard to claim that all Jefferson’s dogs enjoyed life, liberty, and the pursuit of happiness.
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The license fees have been lowered to $1/year and $3/ three years for spayed/neutered dogs, and to $6/year and $18/three years for non-spayed/neutered dogs.
“This is a fantastic initiative emphasizing the importance of licensing your dog,” added Councilman Anthony Manetta.
Because dogs are likely to be out and about much more when the weather is warm, Babylon Animal Hospital's Dr. Jason Kirshbaum offered some summer safety tips.
First, he stressed the importance of keeping dogs cool. “If the asphalt is too hot for you, it is too hot for them,” he said, cautioning that leaving pets unattended outside can trigger heatstroke, which can develop in just 2-3 minutes.
As families head out to barbecues and other summer food fairs, often with their pets, Kirshbaum also advised against letting dogs eat corn cobs and fatty foods. And he recommended using white noise or a fan to calm those dogs scared by fireworks.
Because dogs and cats can also get sunburned and skin cancer, Kirshbaum suggested limited sun exposure and the use of vet-approved suntan lotions.
Legal snafu in Canestro election; Nehring named to vacant seat
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was to address the issue,” said Johnson. “What was most important was that she was elected to the seat and to get her back into that seat as soon as possible. I did not focus on how it happened, why it happened or who was at fault; to me she was elected by the public and I consider her still an elected official.”
At the meeting, the board also appointed a new trustee to fill the seat left vacant after David Heller stepped down in May. By a vote of 5-1, they approved the appointment of Christopher Nehring, former business manager for Dick’s Sporting Goods and now a logistics supervisor at Quest Diagnostics.
Opposing the appointment was Canestro, who supported another candidate, Wayne Thompson, a business owner with a background in finance.
The board’s decision drew fire from some residents who objected to the appointment being made two days before newly elected trustees Megan Messman and Caroline Fanning, who won seats in May, are sworn in. They replace longtime trustees Jeannette Santos and Juan Leon, who voted for Nehring.
“This is equivalent of asking a person who has been fired from their job to recommend who is going to replace them,” said Debbie McQuillan, a resident who was one of several residents who submitted a letter and resume to the board asking to be considered for the position. “I find this process ludicrous.”
In accepting the position, Nehring, a third generation Amityville High School graduate, said that throughout his career he has hired and trained employees and assisted the human resources department with investigating and handling issues “while maintaining strong interpersonal communication with my employees, other departments, upper management, customers and vendors.”
“I hope to improve the communication between the school district and residents …. to foster a more collaborative effort to improve the schools for the students and grow trust with the community,” he added. “I will approach issues with an open mind while striving for fiscally responsible ways to meet the district’s needs and help the students thrive.”
Finally, Kirshbaum emphasized keeping dogs up to date with flea, tick, and heartworm protection.
Compitello added, “As a fellow animal lover, I believe it’s so important to advocate for our pets. They are living beings, not toys, and they need to be taken care of.”
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POLICE BLOTTER
The following incidents have been reported by the Suffolk County Police and other local police and fire departments.
VEHICLE ON WILD SPREE THROUGH AMITYVILLE
Amityville Village Police are investigating an incident involving a man who drove his vehicle through the parking garage of the Avalon apartment complex, broke through several security gates to get to Louden
Avenue and then drove through the Field of Dreams and on to a gravel MTA road leading up to the Long Island Railroad’s signal station where he fell asleep in the back seat of his car.
The incident occurred Fri., June 28 at approximately 3 a.m. Police received a report of a black Nissan driving through the security gate on the Louden Avenue side of Avalon Bay causing extensive damage to two security gates there. An initial search of the area did not turn up the vehicle but two hours later police discovered the vehicle at the end of the MTAs gravel road. Police said the front of the vehicle, which had extensive damage, had dipped down beyond road and was teetering on the edge.
Arrested at the scene was Yerlin Jose Taveras Jerez,
of 28 Nathalie Ave., Amityville. He was charged with criminal mischief. The case is proceeding.
MAN “CLIPPED” BY
TRAIN
AT AMITYVILLE LIRR STATION
Amityville: Amityville police said that a subject, later identified as Michael Massetti of 79 Cunningham Ave., Uniondale, was on the. train platform at approximately 6:18 a.m., when he was “clipped” by a train moving through the station. Police said he had been on the tracks for an unknown reason and had climbed on the train platform before the arrival of the. train. Massetti, 38, was transported to St. Joseph’s Hospital with minor injuries. The MTA is investigating further.
CRIMINAL MISCHIEF
Amityville: The owner of a restaurant at 393 Bayview Ave., the Bayview Kitchen, called police June 26, to report that on June 7, at approximately 10:49 a.m., an unknown subject in a white Jeep drove on the north side of the building and threw eggs at the building, breaking a window and causing damage estimated at $1,995. A similar incident occurred at approximately 4 a.m., on June 26, causing additional damage. Police have surveillance footage from the business and are investigating.
WOMAN CHARGED UNDER LEANDRA’S LAW
North Amityville: Suffolk County Police arrested a woman for driving while intoxicated with her 9-year-old daughter in the vehicle following a motor vehicle crash in North Amityville. The arrest took place Sun., June 23 on Route 110 and Ritter Ave., North Amityville. Police gave this account: Orfa Coccoc was driving a 2014 Audi Q5 northbound on Route 110, near Ritter Avenue, when she rear-ended one vehicle, then collided with another, causing the Audi to overturn at approximately 5:40 p.m. The (Continued on Page 7)
Licensing
Babylon
NYS Sen. Monica Martinez, Babylon Town Clerk Gerry Compitello and Doctor of Veterinary Services Dr. Jason Kirshbaum at press conference announcing the town’s
The
No Doubt About It, Timberlake could have driven home an important message
Justin Timberlake has been shown overwhelming support from fans following his arrest and charge for drunk driving on Long Island almost two weeks ago.
Independence Day in the United States, or the Fourth of July, is a day to celebrate the signing of the Declaration of Independence. On July 4, 1776, the Continental Congress approved the final wording of the Declaration, affirming the United States' independence from Great Britain. It was a brave and bold move by the colonists, who felt neglected by their Mother Land. This decision was dramatic and painful, as many still believed in the strong ties that bound England with the colonies.
During a traffic stop, Sag Harbor police observed Timberlake as saying he had "one martini and was following his friends home." Officers noted his "bloodshot and glassy" eyes and the "strong odor of an alcoholic beverage" on his breath, according to court records.
The Revolution followed more than a decade of growing estrangement between the British crown and the colonies, caused by British attempts to assert greater control over colonial affairs, coupled with what they described as salutary neglect. The American Revolution took a tremendous toll on the social and economic lives of colonists, creating great divides among families who stood on opposite sides of the Revolution.
At a recent World Tour concert, Timberlake addressed the incident for the first time, telling fans, “We’ve been together through ups and downs and lefts and rights, and it’s been a tough week. But you’re here, and I’m here, and nothing can change this moment right now.” He became emotional, responding to the audience's support by saying, “I know sometimes I’m hard to love, but you keep on loving me and I love you right back.” He was seen wiping away tears and added, “Thank you so much.”
When a peace treaty was finally signed
in 1783, giving political independence to the colonies and forming the United States, tensions between England and the colonies continued for many years until common interests prevailed.
Though Timberlake has only been charged and not convicted of drunk driving, his heartfelt acknowledgment to fans was touching. However, his message could have been more impactful had he addressed the serious risks of drunk driving. Acknowledging that those who drink and drive endanger not only themselves but also the lives of others would have been a powerful and meaningful message.
Drunk driving is a serious crime that our police officers battle every day, many who have been called to a drunk driving incident only to find that an individual who chose to drink and get behind the wheel of a car had killed innocent people.
For over 200 years, the United States has celebrated Independence Day, recounting the courage, commitment, fortitude, and sacrifices made by those first Americans. Today, as we face many new challenges, it is important to remember the grit and commitment of those early Americans remembering that our country’s commitment is to the recognition that all men are created equal and are “endowed by their Creator with certain unalienable Rights, that among these are Life, Liberty, and the Pursuit of Happiness.”
Remembering the bravery and commitment of those first Americans who took on the strongest nation in the world to ensure their freedoms should be a source of strength for us today to overcome whatever challenges we face.
Without acknowledging culpability in the incident, Timberlake could have pointed out the reckless decision to drink and drive and thus could have played a crucial role in changing attitudes and reducing the "Body Count" caused by drunk driving, ultimately saving lives.
A Small Town Walk: Reflections on Freedom and Profiling in Rural America
Dr. Glenn Mollette
Freedom to move about the country is a wonderful privilege.
Happiness and peace is a choice well worth making
By Bryan Golden
Let us be appreciative of our freedom this fourth of July week.
Within each of us is the battle between positive and negative forces. We have the power to pick which force dominate. The character of a person is determined by the decisions we ultimately make, not the internal battles we experience. Positive energy creates more happiness, attracts good things, and draws other positive people to you. Since you do have a choice, why not choose the good feelings?
You can find joy by paying attention to all the good that exists. Even when the world appears to be filled with turmoil, there is still a lot of good many people overlook. Don't immerse yourself in
Recently, I was taking a late night walk in Owenton, Kentucky. Owenton is a little town of maybe six hundred people in rural north central Kentucky. I had just finished watching the sad Biden-Trump debate and decided that a walk and some ice cream sounded good I walked to our local convenience store which is about a half mile from where I was staying in Owenton. It was a beautiful summer night and I only saw two cars on the road in route to the store. I bought an ice cream bar and had it eaten within twenty steps of the
store when the only car I saw on the way home pulled up beside me and someone asked, “Sir, are you alright?” It was the local city police. I responded, “Yes sir, I’m doing fine.” He asked, “Would you like a ride home?” To which I replied, “No sir, I’m just out for a walk.” He then asked, “Have you been drinking?” I replied, “No sir, just been eating a Snicker’s Ice Cream Bar.” He continued, “Are you sure?” “Yes sir, I’m sure.” He then asked, “Where are you going?” I told him the street which was only about five more minutes of walking time.
the negative. Overexposure to negative news and people will smother your joy.
Finding joy takes more effort than finding problems. If you habitually take the path of least resistance, joy will be elusive. People are not joyous by accident; they consciously choose it. So instead of looking for problems, seek solutions.
There is a solution for every problem. Just the realization of this should provide some peace and relaxation. As you become adept at solving problems, you take them more in stride. As a result, peace takes over.
I thought all was well as he and another policeman drove off but they made a U-turn and pulled right back up in front of me. The cop got out of the car and told
me he wanted to do a breathalyzer test. I’ve never had one in my life. I agreed to it. He was right in the middle of the street. I walked out to meet him and he told me to blow into the straw. I complied. He shook his head because, of course, the test was negative. He told me his name and I responded by telling him mine and we shook hands. He told me to be safe walking home. He then wanted to know exactly where I lived and I gave him the street name and house number.
Love is touted as an elusive emotion that has the
tecting us. However, this was over the top.
Action is what makes hope work. Hope for what you want. Then take the necessary steps to get it.
The writer is a management consultant, motivational speaker, author, and adjunct professor. E-mail him at bryan@columnist.com.
As I walked up the street and neared home, I looked up. Once again, he and the other officer passed by. I suppose they were checking to see if I went where I said I was going.
potential to solve all of mankind's problems. The fact is, there are people you don't like and there are those who don't like you. Even so, it's important to be able to love yourself. This means you are happy with who you are and constantly strive to improve.
This was really dramatic and over the top. I was simply taking a walk. I wasn’t falling into the street or staggering from one side to the other. I was walking. He had no cause to stop and embarrass me but called me out into the middle of the street for a breathalyzer. Fortunately, not one car drove by while he was doing that. It’s a small town and no one was out at 11:10 at night.
I feel sorry for the many people in this nation who have been racially profiled for years. They are often pulled over because they are black or a different nationality. Sometimes people are pulled over if they are driving a red sports car or if they are someone who is an “outsider.” Often small towns can be very cliquish. If they don’t know who you are or if you are not “one” of the community residents then you are immediately profiled as an outsider and outsiders are often disliked, shunned or just treated badly.
Be very careful if you are out walking after dark. The police may be watching. Dr. Glenn Mollette is read in over 800 newspapers, blogs and other media sources in all 50 states. Learn more at GlemmnMollettem.Com Follow him on Facebook and find his books and music on all book and music websites.
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Almost no one gets out and walks in this town. If anybody has to go to the local convenience store, they drive their car even it’s just a block or two. Thus, maybe the police thought if someone was out walking then surely the person had to be up to no good or intoxicated.
Happy people are always filled with hope. They smile, laugh, and are pleasant to be around. People who drag themselves around, don't have hope. Hope is a cause, not a result.
I’m, very supportive of the police. I’m appreciative of all who work to keep us safe. We need good police officers pro-
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Graduate students sought for NYMTC’s September 11 Memorial Scholarship Program
Applications for the New York Metropolitan Transportation Council’s (NYMTC) September 11 Memorial Program are now open until July 22.
The program, created to educate and motivate innovation in transportation and technology, asks students to commit 12 months of time outside the classroom to conduct advanced transportation research and planning projects under the guidance of a mentor from NYMTC or a NYMTC member agency.
The research will challenge students to develop creative solutions to difficult problems, providing a benefit to the NYMTC planning area while enhancing each student’s educational experiences. For this involvement, a graduate student will receive financial support of up to $35,000 over 12 months.
This program is open to full-time graduate-level students at a college/university in New York or New Jersey. International students must have a valid F-1 Visa to participate in this fellowship. Prospective students not yet enrolled in graduate school may apply concurrently with their application to any of these schools. Students from all academic disciplines are encouraged to apply if their studies relate in some way to transportation planning.
SC Comptroller offers continuous recruitment training program
The Suffolk County Accountant Trainee, Accountant, Auditor Trainee, and Auditor civil service exams have been converted into continuous recruitment training and experience examinations. Candidates can now apply for these four exams at any time!
The minimum qualification for the Accountant Trainee and Auditor Trainee positions is graduation from a college with federally authorized accreditation or registration by NY State with a bachelor’s degree, which includes, or is supplemented by, at least twenty-four (24) credits in Accounting.
The Accountant and Auditor titles require the same education mentioned above, as well as two (2) years of experience as an accountant or auditor. Please note, that graduate level education and/or possession of a NYS Certified Public Accountant (CPA) license can substitute for one (1) or two (2) years of experience. Details can be found at the Suffolk County Civil Service Exam e-
If interested, you may submit an online application to the Suffolk County Department of Civil Service. Jobseekers who meet the minimum qualifications will receive a rating based on an evaluation of their training and experience against the background of the duties of the position. These approved candidates will remain eligible for appointment for a maximum of one (1) year. Suffolk County employment offers stability, room to grow and excellent benefits. For more information, please see: www.suffolkcountyny.gov/Departments/Civil-Service
“Converting these four titles into continuous recruitment is a terrific accomplishment that will assist all Suffolk County Departments in talent acquisition on a much timelier basis,” said S. C. Comptroller John M. Kennedy.
The September 11th Memorial Program for Regional Transportation Planning was created by NYMTC to honor the memory of Ignatius Adanga, Charles Lesperance and See Wong Shum, the three NYMTC employees who lost their lives during the September 11,
2001 attacks on the World Trade Center. For more information on eligibility, research topics and more, please visit https://cait.rutgers.edu/ nymtc-september-11th-memorial-program/ The application deadline is July 22.
Pride Month recognized by Suffolk Court officials
The Suffolk County Courts held a special celebration in honor of this year’s Pride Month at the John P. Cohalan, Jr. Court Complex in Central Islip. The special theme for this year’s celebration was: “Reflect. Empower. Unite.”
Keynote speaker was Hon. David Fried, Acting Supreme Court Justice for Rockland County and President of the New York LGBTQ+ Judges Association.
Also, Administrative Judge Crecca presented a Special Recognition Award to the Gay-Straight Alliance of Islip High School.
The event was a huge success, much thanks to collaboration from The Richard C. Failla LGBTQ Commission of the New York Courts and from the LGBTQ Law Committee of the Suffolk County Bar Association, said court officials
Copiague students awarded scholarschips from the Chamber of Commerce
The Copiague Chamber of Commerce recently awarded scholarships to Copiague students
Mercedes Jasmi Novell Gillard and Diomedes Espinal Rodriguez of Copiague High School. They are shown in photo with President Donna Farina, Treasurer Beatrice Lewanduski and Copiague High School
Assistant Principal Janine Proulx receiving $500 scholarships. For information on the Copiague Chamber of Commerce go to copiaguechamber.org or call 631-226-2956.
Rosemarie Sprague, member of the Village of Amityville Senior Center at 77
By Christie Leigh Babirad
Described as a person who would step in to help whenever something needed to be done, Rosemarie Sprague is being remembered by her many friends and acquaintances in and around Amityville at an informal memorial on Wed., July 24 at the Amityville
Beach.
Miss Sprague, who was born on November 18, 1946 in Brooklyn to Florence and Leon Sprague, died May 24, 2024.
The oldest of eight children, she was described by her brother Michael as a person who was independent and held family close.
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“She didn’t drive so I would drive her wherever she needed to go,” said her brother. “We spent a lot of time together,” he said.
Miss Sprague was a member of the Village of Amityville Senior Center for many years.
Director Myra Lee said she and Miss Sprague would have coffee together every day.
“I became so close to her, she was a very special person,” said Lee.
Lee recalled how Miss Sprague became particularly fond of a dog, Jasmine, whose owner would visit the center with her. “She would always comment how much she loved the dog and would give the pup biscuits every time she saw her,” said Lee, adding that she is going to miss the companionship and friendship she shared with Miss Sprague. “She was someone who if she saw anything wrong, like a traffic light out, she would report it to the police and make sure it was resolved,” said Lee. “She was such a kind and loving person.”
Anne Crocitto of Amityville knew Miss Sprague for about 35 years and remembers her visits to the thrift store Crocitto volunteered in over those years.
In addition to the many friends she had in Amityville, Miss Sprague is survived by her brothers Michael, Paul, Thomas, Joseph and Kenneth, and her sisters Michelle and Regina.
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“She was very happy and would always say hello to anyone she knew, and always had a smile,” said Crocitto who added that she considered Miss Sprague a friend and can still hear her voice, calling out her name.
Rosemarie Sprague reposed at Powell Funeral Home, 67 Broadway in Amityville. She was privately cremated.
She is predeceased by her mother and father, Florence and Leon Sprague.
The Village of Amityville Senior Center invites all who knew Rosemarie Sprague to join them in an informal memorial at their annual barbecue. The event will take place on Wed., July 24 from 11 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. at the Amityville Beach Pavilion, Peter J. Pappas Pappas Pavilion, South Bayview Avenue in Amityville. For more information, please call the Village of Amityville Senior Center at 917-362-2777.
Local Worship Schedules and Services
ST. PAUL’S LUTHERAN CHURCH
147 Park Ave., Amityville Office Tel. 631-264-0763
Rev. Thomas W. Cusanelli
WORSHIP SERVICES: Sunday Worship 10:00 a.m. Thursday Worship 7:30 p.m.
Accessible to the Physically Challenged “The Friendly Church” www.stpaulsamityville.com
20 Clark Blvd., Massapequa Park 516-799-7832
The Rev. Micah Stumme, Pastor Sunday 10:00 A.M. with ASL Interpretation Sunday 4:00 P.M. Fully Wheelchair Accessible Website: www.stdavidslutheran.net Facebook: stdavidslutheran
Broadway, Amityville
Office: 631-264-0152
SIMPSON UNITED METHODIST CHURCH
30 Locust Ave., Amityville 631-789-2569
Rev. Akio Iyoda, Pastor
The Rev. Calvin Collins, Pastor Accessible SUNDAYS @ 10AM
ST. MARY’S
CHURCH
175 Broadway, Amityville 631-264-0004
SUNDAY
Worship Service • 11:00 am “Here you are a stranger but once” Handicapped Accessible
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Fr. Randolph Jon Geminder, Rector www.facebook.com/ StMarysAmityville
Sunday: Matins 7:30 am Low Mass: 8:00 am Sung Mass 10:00 am (With Nursery & Church School) Tuesday thru Saturday Mass 9:00am
Tuesday thru Friday: Evening Prayer: 4:30 pm Confession: First Fridays 5 pm ST. MARTIN OF TOURS
37 Union Ave. Amityville, NY 11701 • 631-264-0124
Rev. Gerard Gordon Pastor Masses : Saturday 5:00 pm Sunday 9:00 am, 10:30 am, 12:00 Noon, and 5:00 pm
Church: www.stmartinschurch.org School: www.smtschool.org
Rosemarie Sprague
Babylon Breast Cancer Coalition hosts a night at Yankee Stadium on July 19
The Babylon Breast Cancer Coalition is hosting a night at Yankee Stadium on Fri., July 19 to help support their organization and supply free services to those diagnosed with Breast Cancer in the Town of Babylon. The Babylon Breast Cancer Coalition will receive a portion of each ticket sold and ticket holders will receive a free pink Yankees hat. To purchase tickets and for more information, please visit bocapinkball.com or call 631-893-4110.
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Ready, set, march…
The Village of Amityville will be hosting the July 4th Parade, which will be held on Thurs., July 4, with the theme Summer Olympics 2024 and Olympic Heroes. Applications to participate are available at Village Hall. Step off will take place at 10 a.m. from the corner of MacDonald and South Bayview avenues. The Parade will proceed northbound on South Bayview, go over Merrick Road and proceed north on
Bayview, go west on Avon Place, go North on Broadway, then turn left on Oak Street and end at the Amityville Fire Department’s Main Firehouse, where the Parade will disperse. All parade participants are asked to enter the parade route via Grand Central Avenue and proceed south to MacDonald Avenue where they will be directed to their position in the parade. Please be there by 9 a.m. For information, call Village Hall, 631-264-6000.
Catholic
Health Breast Cancer Screening events
Catholic Health at Good Samaritan University Hospital will be hosting open house Breast Cancer screening events on Thurs., Aug. 22 from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. and on Sun., Oct., 6 from 9:30 to 11:30 a.m. at Good Samaritan Women’s Imaging Center in West Islip. Walk-ins are welcome for those with insurance. For those who are under or uninsured, please call 631-376-3051 to schedule an appointment for a free breast screening. Free screening mammograms available only, and to be eligible women must be 40 years of age or older and have not had a mammogram within the past 12 months. No insurance is necessary and food and refreshments will be available at the open houses. For more information, please call Good Samaritan University Hospital at 631-376-4444, email justin.jaycon@chsli.org or visit goodsamaritanuniversity. org.
Good Samaritan Women’s Imaging Center at 735 Montauk Highway in West Islip.
POLICE BLOTTER
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transported to Good Samaritan University Hospital in West Islip for precautionary reasons. The driver of the vehicle that was rear-ended was transported to the same hospital for treatment of minor injuries. There were no other injuries.
Police officers at the scene determined Coccoc exhibited signs of intoxication and placed her in custody. First Squad detectives charged Coccoc, 28, of 110 Lillian Ave., Freeport, with Aggravated Driving While Intoxicated with a Child Passenger 15 Years Old or Younger (Leandra’s Law), Driving While Intoxicated, and Endangering the Welfare of a Child. Coccoc was held overnight at the Fourth Precinct and was arraigned at First District Court in Central Islip on June 24. Anyone with information on the crash is asked to call the First Squad at 631-854-8152.
NORTH AMITYVILLE MAN FOUND STRANGLED ON SIDE OF ROAD
East Farmingdale: Suffolk County Police Homicide Squad detectives are investigating the death of a man who was found in East Farmingdale on Sat., June 22 at approximately 1:35 p.m. First Precinct Police officers responded to Garity Place after a passerby called 911 to report a man on the side of the road at approximately 1:35 a.m. The man, Juan Carlos Diaz Geronimo, was pronounced dead at the scene by the East Farmingdale Fire Department.
It was determined that Diaz Geronimo, 48, of North Amityville, was strangled.
Detectives are asking anyone with information on the homicide to call the Homicide Squad at 631-852-6392.
AMITYVILLE MAN FOUND GUILTY OF POSSESSING LOADED FIREARM
Tremayne Winfield, 39, of Amityville, was found guilty on June 21 after a jury trial of possessing a loaded handgun after the police executed a search warrant at a residence in Bay Shore, according to Suffolk County District Attorney Ray Tierney who added that Winfield has “a long history of crimes involving weapon possessions, with the instant conviction being his third felony conviction.”
The evidence at trial established that on April 28, 2023, members of the Suffolk County Police Department executed a search warrant at a residence in Bay Shore. Upon entry, officers found Winfield inside the home with a loaded 9 mm handgun with an extended magazine containing multiple rounds of ammunition.
Winfield was charged with one count of Criminal Possession of a Weapon in the Second Degree, a Class C felony, and two counts of Criminal Possession of a Weapon in the Third Degree, Class D felonies.
The charges against those listed are allegations and the cases are still pending in the courts. Individuals charged and whose names appear in this column may submit documentation to us at a later date that the charges have been dismissed or that they have been found innocent and we will include that information in this space in a timely manner.
PETIT LARCENY
Amityville: Amityville Police arrested two subjects on June 24 and charged them with shoplifting at Walgreen’s at
The Farmingdale Class of 1964, 60th reunion, is scheduled for Thurs., Sept. 19 at Captain Bill’s in Bay Shore from 6 to 10 p.m.
For more information and to RSVP, please email marionstark70@gmail.com Captain Bill’s is located at 122 Ocean Avenue in Bay Shore. Farmingdale Class of 1964 Reunion scheduled for September
Registration now open for the Catholic Health Suffolk County Marathon
Registration is now open for the Catholic Health Suffolk County Marathon, to take place on Sat., Oct. 19 and Sun., Oct 20.
The weekend will once again feature a full and half marathon, 10K and 5K races, as well as a kids fun run and proceeds go toward supporting our veterans. To register, please visit https://runsignup.com/Race/NY/BayShore/SuffolkCountyMarathonHalfMarathonand5K?remMeAttempt=
For more information, please call 631376-4444 or email justin.jaycon@chsli. org
Broadway. Police said that Denise Newsome, 37of 82 Washington Ave., Wyandanch and Lawrence Pressley, 37 of 7 New Ave., Wyandanch were charged with stealing cases of beer and electronics from the pharmacy at approximately 1 p.m. Pressley was processed by Amityville Police and Newsome was released to the MTA Police Officers.
OTHER ARRESTS
Driving While Intoxicated/Impaired: Jose Isidro Hernandez,47 Railroad St., Huntington Station; Aishef Aldridge, 38 W. Maple St., Chicago; Bryan A. Palachismarchena, 24 Cedar Rd., Amityville; Francisco J. Guido Montenegro, 33 Ronald Dr., Amityville; Sergio Urbinafuentes, 30 Howard Ave., Copiague; Kaylah Delvalle, 22 Peck Ave., Queens; Mohammad Noori, 56 Maple Pl., Amityville; Tevin J. Ross, 25 Matthew St., Farmingdale; Jose A. Rios Bonilla, 45 Lambert Ave., Farmingdale;
Leaving the Scene of an Auto Accident: Yasmin Anabel Rodas, 31 Andrews Ave., Roosevelt; Petit Larceny: Takasia. I. Reynolds, 40 Station Dr., Wyandanch; Eric R. Fountain, 27 Northgate Dr., Uniondale; Michael Marte, 37 Catskill Ave., Copiague; Susan Daubel, 45 Railroad Ave., Copiague
The charges against those listed are allegations and the cases are still pending in the courts. Individuals charged and whose names appear in this column may submit documentation to us at a later date that the charges have been dismissed or that they have been found innocent and we will include that information in this space in a timely manner.
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Notice of formation of ML Defense LLC
Articles of Organization filed with the Secretary of State of New York (SSNY) on 03/22/2024 Office Location, County of Suffolk.
SSNY has been designated as agent of the LLC upon whom process against it may be served.
SSNY shall mail a process served to:
ML Defense LLC, 165 Eads Street Unit A, West Babylon NY 11704
Purpose: any lawful ac 24-244. 6/12, 19, 26, 7/3, 11, 18
NOTICE OF SALE
SUPREME COURTCOUNTY OF SUFFOLK
OCWEN LOAN
SERVICING, LLC
Plaintiff, Against YINKA DANIEL, ET AL
Defendant(s)
Pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale, duly entered 07/19/2022, I, the undersigned Referee, will sell at public auction, at Babylon Town Hall, 200 East Sunrise Highway, Lindenhurst, NY 11757, on 8/1/2024 at 2:30PM, premises known as 31 Croydon Road, Amityville, New York 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 At Amityville, In The Town Of Babylon, County Of Suffolk And State Of New York.
District 0100 Section 175.00 Block 01.00 Lot 008.000 The approximate amount of the current Judgment lien is $453,494.35 plus interest and costs. The Premises will be sold subject to provisions of the aforesaid Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale; Index # 620212/2017
James A. Pascarella, Esq., Referee.
MCCABE, WEISBERG & CONWAY, LLC, 10 Midland Avenue, Suite 205, Port Chester, NY 10573
Dated: 6/4/2024 File Number: 17-301761 CA 24-449 7/3, 10, 17, 24
NOTICE is hereby given the BOARD OF APPEALS of the Village of Amityville will hold a Public Hearing in the Court Room of Village Hall, 21 Ireland Place, Amityville, NY
Public Notices — Your right to know
at 7:00 P.M. on THURSDAY, July 18th, 2024, to consider the following applications:
Application of Brandon Hamchuk on behalf of Matthew Friedrich. Applicant seeks 2 variances in connection with the construction of a new detached garage. Variance 1 is to increase the allowed maximum height from 14 feet to 24 feet. Variance 2 is to increase the maximum allowed accessory structure are from 500 square feet to 840 square feet. Both variances pursuant to Section 183-55 of the Village of Amityville Code. Premises located on the West side of Unqua Place approximately 277 feet South of Richmond Avenue in a “Residential B” District known as 15 Unqua Place a/k/a SCTM# 101-1314-5.
Application of Bryan Kuefner on behalf of Raymond Viola. Applicant seeks multiple variances in connection with the construction of a new single-family residence. Variance 1 is to reduce the required lot frontage from 75 feet to 40 feet pursuant to Section 183-44 of the Village of Amityville Code. Variance 2 is to increase the allowed maximum height from 28 feet to 34 feet 6 inches pursuant to Section 183-46 of the Village Code. Variance 3 is to reduce the required individual side yard setback from 12 feet to 3 feet 4 inches. Variance 4 is to reduce the required aggregate side yard setback from 24 feet to 13 feet 4 inches, both pursuant to Section 183-46 of the Village Code. Premises located on the West side of Shore Road approximately 280 feet North of Berger Avenue in a “Residential B” district known as 35 Shore Road a/k/a SCTM# 101-131-10.1
Application of Bing Jing Gao. Applicant seeks a variance to install a 5 foot fence on a waterfront parcel pursuant to Section 183139 A. (1) of the Village of Amityville Code. Premises located on the Southwest corner of Macdonald Avenue and Farragut Place in a “Residential BB” District known as 1 Farragut Place a/k/a SCTM# 101-14-1-47.1
Application of Craig & Patricia Durland. Applicants seek a variance to maintain a previously installed 6 foot fence pursuant to Section
183-139 A. (3) of the Village of Amityville Code. Premises located on the North side of Bayview Place approximately 260 feet East of South Bayview Avenue in a “Residential A” District known as 23 Bayview Place a/k/a SCTM# 101-12-5-64. By Order of the Zoning Board of Appeals, Village of Amityville Catherine Murdock, Clerk/Treasurer 24-450 7/3, 10
NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING BY THE TOWN OF BABYLON ACCESSORY APARTMENT REVIEW BOARD
Pursuant to provisions of Local Law # 9 of the Babylon Town Code, notice is hereby given that the Town of Babylon Accessory Apartment Review Board will hold a public hearing in the Town Board Meeting Room in the East Wing of Town Hall, 200 East Sunrise Highway, Lindenhurst, New York on Tuesday eve, ¬¬¬¬July 9th, 2024. Public hearings begin at 6:00 p.m.
NEW APPLICATIONS:
1. Martha & Arcadio Ayabar 55 32nd Street Copiague, NY 11726
SCTM#0100-200-2-45
2. Penny & William Howard 348 W. 16th Street Deer Park, NY 11729
SCTM#0100-86-1-18
Printing Instructions: RENEWALS BY AFFIDAVIT APPLICANTS, ARE NOT REQUIRED TO APPEAR. ALL NEW CASES WILL BE HEARD IN THE ORDER IN WHICH THEY ARE ADVERTISED. All interested persons should appear at the above time and place by order of Sandra Thomas, Chairperson, Accessory Apartment Review Board, Town of Babylon, North Lindenhurst, Suffolk County, New York.
Amityville Record: Wednesday, July 3rd, 2024 24-451. 7/3
NOTICE OF FILING OF ASSESSMENT ROLL
(Pursuant to Section 516 of the Real Property Tax Law) and (THE SUFFOLK COUNTY TAX ACT)
Notice is hereby given that the Assessment Roll for the Town of BABYLON, Suffolk County, New York, for the year 2024/2025, has been completed and verified
by the undersigned Assessor, and a certified copy thereof will be filed in the office of the Town Clerk of the Town of Babylon located at 200 East Sunrise Highway, Lindenhurst, New York, on the 1st day of July . The Town Clerk will deliver the Certified Roll to the Supervisor of the Town of Babylon, on the 5th day of August , thirty (30) days after the date of this publication. The Final Roll is available for your inspection on the Town of Babylon's web-site: www. townofbabylon.com.
Matthew R. Cronin, IAO, Assessor Town of Babylon 24-453 7/3
ASSESSOR'S
OATH
(Pursuant to Section 514 of the Real Property Tax Law) STATE OF NEW YORK ) COUNTY OF SUFFOLK ) TOWN OF BABYLON ) I, the undersigned, do depose and swear that, to the best of my knowledge and belief, the foregoing final assessment roll for 2024/2025 conforms in all respects to the tentative assessment roll with the exception of changes made by the Board of Assessment Review and assessments made by the Commissioner of Real Property Services.
Matthew R. Cronin, IAO Assessor Town of Babylon 24-452 7/3
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, July 10, 2024 at 6:00pm NEW APPLICATION
1. Kevin Martin 318 Mariners Way Copiague NY 11726
SCTM NO: 0100-191.011-110
2. 21 Haab Ave Babylon Inc 21-23 Haab Ave. Babylon NY 11702
SCTM NO: 0100-212-330.001
3. 9 Deer Street LLC 38 Spring St. Wheatley Heights NY 11798
SCTM NO: 0100-14-6-41
4. Fausto Sicha 45 Scott Ave. Deer Park NY 11729
SCTM NO: 01001181-36.001
5. Ann Marie Weisman
473 Mariners Way Copiague NY 11726
SCTM NO: 0100-191.011-227
RENEWALS
1. P. Ubert 104 Smith St. Amityville NY 11701
SCTM NO: 0100-169-2-41
2. P. Ubert 121 Smith St. Amityville NY 11701
SCTM NO: 0100-167-2-8
3. John Giffone 21 Hickory St. Wyandanch NY 11798
SCTM NO: 0100-83-2-30
4. Margaret O’Brien 18A Locust Ave. E E. Farmingdale NY 11735
SCTM NO: 0100-46-2-52 24-454 7/3
NOTICE OF PUBLIC AND/ OR INFORMATIONAL HEARINGS BY THE TOWN OF BABYLON PLANNING BOARD
Pursuant to Chapter 186, Site Plan Review, and Chapter 213, Zoning, of the Babylon Town Code and Section 276 of the Town Law, notice is hereby given that the Town of Babylon Planning Board will hold public and/or informational hearings(s) at the Babylon Town Hall, Town Board Room, 200 East Sunrise Highway, Lindenhurst, New York, on the Monday, July 8, 2024 at 7:00 p.m. prevailing time or as soon thereafter as can be heard to consider the following application(s): PUBLIC HEARING/MINOR SUBDIVISION
JOB# 24-22B; Edward Ratuszny: SCTM# 0100207-01-062: Zone: Residence B: SEQRA: Unlisted Action, Uncoordinated Review: Applicant proposes to subdivide a parcel of land totaling 12,542.28sf into one 6,532.08sf lot and one 6,010.2sf lot in order to erect a new 2-story, single family dwelling on Lot #2 and legally maintain the existing 2-story single family dwelling Lot #1.: Property is located on the southwest corner of 50th Street and Buffalo Avenue, Lindenhurst, Suffolk County, Town of Babylon, New York All interested persons should appear at the above time and place by order of Patrick Halpin, Chairperson of the Planning Board, Town of Babylon, North Lindenhurst, Suffolk County, New York
PRINTING
INSTRUCTIONS
Amityville Record: 7/3/24
24-455. 7/3
20 May, 2024
LOST TITLE APPLICATION NO.: 2548208
OFFICE OF TITLES NOTICE PURSUANT TO SECTION 82 OF THE REGISTRATION OF TITLES ACT (RTA) WHEREAS the applicant(s) in the above stated application has/have declared that the following duplicate Certificate of Title has been lost, I HEREBY GIVE NOTICE that I intend to cancel the said Certificate of Title and issue a new one in duplicate fourteen days after the last publication of this advertisement.
Volume: 333 Folio: 1
Place: Part of Charles Town Parish: St. Ann Registered proprietor(s): Stokely Anthony Dickenson L Dunbar Deputy Registrar of Titles [x] Once in the vicinity of: Amityville, New York, 11701, United States of America 24-456 7/3
LEGAL NOTICE NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN, that the fiscal affairs of the COPIAGUE FIRE DISTRICT for the period beginning January 1, 2023 and ending on December 31, 2023, have been examined by an independent public accountant, R.S. Abrams & Co. LLP and that the report of the external audit by the independent public accountant has been filed in my office where it is available as public record for inspection by all interested persons.
Pursuant to Section 181-b of the Town Law and Section 35 of the General Municipal Law, the governing board of the COPIAGUE FIRE DISTRICT shall prepare a written response and corrective action plan to the report of the external audit prepared by independent public accountant and file any such response/plan in my office as a public record for inspection by all interested persons not later than ninety (90) days from the date hereof.
DATED: June 28, 2024
Donna Marano
District Secretary Copiague Fire District Town of Babylon 24-459. 7/3
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Pursuant to Chapter 213, Article II of the Building Zone Ordinance of the Town of Babylon, notice is hereby given that the Town of Babylon Zoning Board of Appeals will hold a Public Hearing at TOWN BOARD ROOM
(Located in the East Wing) at Babylon Town Hall, 200 East Sunrise Highway, Lindenhurst, New York
on THURSDAY, JULY 18, 2024
BEGINNING AT 6:00 P.M.
6:00 p.m.
1. Application #24112 of Gregory Carastro and Paul Greenhow, 8 Charleston Drive, Amity Harbor, NY 11701. Permission to increase total building area from 30% to 41.07% (over by 656.68 sq. ft.); diminish distance to west side lot line from 6’ to 3.8’ (for pergola). All in connection with the erection of a proposed inground swimming pool with patio and to legally maintain an existing pergola and deck. Property located on the south side of Charleston Drive, 420’ east of Wilson Ave, Amityville, NY.
SCTM#0100-1813-75
Zoning District: Residence C
6:05 p.m.
2. Application #24105 of Doreen Gibson (applicant)/Suzanne Gunther (property owner), 823 3rd St., West Babylon, NY 11704. Permission to diminish front yard setback from 30’ to 26.1’ (for egress window well). All in connection with legally maintaining an egress window well and finished basement. Property located on the south side of 3rd St., 200’ west of 9th Ave., West Babylon, NY.
SCTM#0100-1332-38
Zoning District: Residence C
6:10 p.m.
3. Application #24110 of Jacquelyn and Salvatore Falcone, 378 E. Heathcote Road, Lindenhurst, NY 11757. Permission to diminish front yard setback from 30’ to 25.75’ (for front porch); diminish east side yard setback from 10’ to 5.3’; diminish total side yards from 25’ to 16.1’. All in connection with a two (2) story rear addition, a second-floor addition, and a roof over a porch. Property located on the south side of Heathcote
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Road, 400’ east of Lincoln Ave., Lindenhurst, NY.
SCTM#0100-1542-59
Zoning District: Residence C
6:15 p.m.
4. Application #24111 of Demetria DePaolo, 11 Woodlawn Avenue, Deer Park, NY 11729. Permission to diminish front yard setback from 30’ to 29.9’ on Woodlawn; diminish distance from south side yard setback from 12’ to 11.2’ (for egress window well); diminish front yard setback from 30’ to 24.3’ on Claremont Street (for one-story addition); diminish rear yard setback from 40’ to 26.5’ (for covered porch); increase total building area from 20% to 29.4% (over by 1,057.8 sq. ft.); diminish distance to south side lot line from 8’ to 4.6’ (for shed); diminish distance to east rear lot line from 8’ to 5.2’ (for shed); diminish distance to east rear lot line from 6’ to 5’ (for pool); diminish distance to front street line from 40’ to 39.2’ on Claremont Street (for pool). All in connection with proposed one (1) and two (2) story additions, covered porch, rear deck, inground swimming pool, and egress window well. Property located on the southwest corner of Woodlawn Ave. and Claremont St., Deer Park, NY.
SCTM#0100-19-513
Zoning District: Residence B
6:20 p.m.
5. Application #24108 of Devinder Singh and Sukhnam Singh, 5 Stanford Lane, Hicksville, NY 11801. Permission to diminish front yard setback from 30’ to 27.6’; diminish total side yards from 25’ to 20.4’; increase height of garage door from 7’ to 8’. All in connection with the erection of a proposed second story addition, front portico, and two car detached garage and to legally maintain a finished basement. Property located on the east side of Deer Park Ave., 100’ south of Independence Ave., North Babylon, NY.
SCTM#0100-1622-3
Zoning District: Residence C
Subject Premises: 673 Deer Park Ave., North Babylon, NY 11702
6:25 p.m.
6. Application #24106 of The Bradley Family Irrevocable Trust, Kathleen Manzione Trustee, 225 Eaton Lane, West Islip, NY 11795. Permission to increase area of front yard used as a driveway from 40% to 60% (over by 760 sq. ft.); diminish rear yard setback from 40’ to 34’ (for 2nd story deck and stairs); diminish distance to south side lot line from 10’ to 2.4’ (for accessory building); diminish distance to south side lot line from 2’ to 0’ (for patio). All in connection with legally maintaining a 2nd story rear deck and stairs, two (2) composite decks, a wood deck, masonry patio pavers, an accessory building, and driveway. Property located on the east side of Lagoon Drive S., 158.36’ north of Shore Court, Copiague, NY.
SCTM#0100-185-244.087
Zoning District: Residence A
Subject Premises: 342 Lagoon Drive South, Copiague, NY 11726
6:30 p.m.
7. Application #24096 of Greg Blum and Erin Going, 21 Ardmore St., West Babylon, NY 11704. Permission to diminish front yard setback from 30’ to 20’-9” (for covered porch); diminish west side yard from 10’ to 4’-8”; diminish total side yard from 25’ to 20’-3”; diminish distance to west side lot line from 2’ to 0’ (for deck); diminish distance to rear lot line from 2’ to 0’ (for deck). All in connection with the erection of a proposed second story addition with a porch and to legally maintain a rear yard wood platform. Property located on the north side of Ardmore St., 70’ west of Beachwood Drive, West Babylon, NY.
SCTM#0100-221-211
Zoning District: Residence C
6:35 p.m.
8. Application #24-094 of Dwayne Gibbons and Natasha Robinson, 8 Homestead Drive, Wheatly Heights, NY 11798. Permission to increase total building area from 15% to 30% (over by 1,885 sq. ft.); diminish distance to north side lot line from 10’ to 5’ (for accessory building); diminish distance to south side lot line from 2’ to 0’ (for patio); diminish distance to north side lot line from 2’ to 1’ (for patio). All in connection with the installation of a proposed
inground swimming pool, paver patio, block kitchen island and t.v. wall, and to legally maintain an existing accessory building. Property located on the west side of Homestead Drive, 81’ north of Highview Court, Wheatley Heights, NY.
SCTM#0100-10-240
Zoning District: Residence A 6:40 p.m.
9. Application #24109 of MG & JV Auto Inc. D/B/A God’s Way Auto (tenant)/258 Holding Corp (property owner), 163 Daly Road, East Northport, NY 11731. Requesting renewal of a special exception permit to operate a public garage for auto repair and the sale and display of used cars; allow outdoor storage of cars awaiting repair and sale. All in connection with an existing building (previously approved for two (2) years). Property located on the southeast corner of Long Island Ave. and South 19th St., Wyandanch, NY.
SCTM#0100-56-333.001
Zoning District: WC T4
Subject Premises: 258 Long Island Ave., Wyandanch, NY 11798
ALL PERSONS OR THEIR DULY APPOINTED REPRESENTATIVE MUST APPEAR IN PERSON AT THE ABOVE HEARING. ALL CASES WILL BE HEARD IN THE ORDER IN WHICH THEY ARE ADVERTISED, TO BE FOLLOWED BY ADJOURNED CASES. BY ORDER OF THE ZONING BOARD OF APPEALS
MICHAEL KANE, CHAIRMAN
Dated: Babylon Town Hall
Lindenhurst, New York JUNE 27, 2024 24-457. 7/3
SUPREME COURT OF THE STATE OF NEW YORK COUNTY OF SUFFOLK PennyMac Loan Services, LLC, Plaintiff, -againstJohn Seminario, Anthony Desimone, Heir to the Estate of Antoinette Desimone, Peter Priore, Heir to the Estate of Antoinette Desimone, Kenneth J. Montemurro, Heir to the Estate of Deborah Montemurro
who was Heir to the Estate of Antoinette Desimone, Kenneth M. Montemurro, Heir to the Estate of Deborah Montemurro who was Heir to the Estate of Antoinette Desimone, Christopher Montemurro, Heir to the Estate of Deborah Montemurro who was Heir to the Estate of Antoinette Desimone, Michelle Mapes, Heir to the Estate of Deborah Montemurro who was Heir to the Estate of Antoinette Desimone, New York State Department of Taxation and Finance, United States of America, Antoinette Desimone's unknown heirs-at-law, next-of-kin, distributees, executors, administrators, trustees, devisees, legatees, assignees, lienors, creditors, and successors in interest and generally all persons having or claiming under, by or through said defendant who may be deceased, by purchase, inheritance, lien or otherwise, any right, title or interest in the real property described in the complaint herein, Deborah Montemurro's unknown heirs-at-law, next-of-kin, distributees, executors, administrators, trustees, devisees, legatees, assignees, lienors, creditors, and successors in interest and generally all persons having or claiming under, by or through said defendant who may be deceased, by purchase, inheritance, lien or otherwise, any right, title or interest in the real property described in the complaint herein, Deborah Desimone, Defendants.
Index No.: 603137/2024 Filed: June 27, 2024
SUPPLEMENTAL SUMMONS
Plaintiff designates Suffolk County as the place of trial. Venue is based upon the County in which the mortgaged premises is situated.
TO THE ABOVE NAMED DEFENDANT(S):
YOU ARE HEREBY SUMMONED to answer the Complaint in this action and to serve a copy of your Answer or, if the Complaint is not served with this Summons, to serve a Notice of Appearance on the attorneys for the plaintiff within twenty (20) days after service of this Summons, exclusive of the day of service; or within
thirty (30) days after service is complete if this Summons is not personally delivered to you within the State of New York; or within sixty (60) days if it is the United States of America. In case of your failure to appear or answer, judgment will be taken against you by default for the relief demanded in the Complaint.
NOTICE OF NATURE OF ACTION AND RELIEF SOUGHT
THE OBJECT of the above captioned action is to foreclose a Mortgage to secure $355,120.00 and interest, recorded in the office of the clerk of the County of Suffolk on December 23, 2016 in Liber M00022771, Page 786 covering premises known as 18 Johnson Court, Babylon, NY 11702. The relief sought in the within action is a final judgment directing the sale of the premises described above to satisfy the debt secured by the Mortgage described above.
NOTICE YOU ARE IN DANGER OF LOSING YOUR HOME
If you do not respond to this summons and complaint by serving a copy of the answer on the attorney for the mortgage company who filed this foreclosure proceeding against you and filing the answer with the court, a default judgment may be entered and you can lose your home.
Speak to an attorney or go to the court where your case is pending for further information on how to answer the summons and protect your property. Sending a payment to your mortgage company will not stop this foreclosure action. YOU MUST RESPOND BY SERVING A COPY OF THE ANSWER ON THE ATTORNEY FOR THE PLAINTIFF (MORTGAGE COMPANY) AND FILING THE ANSWER WITH THE COURT.
Dated: Bay Shore, New York June 26, 2024 Frenkel, Lambert, Weiss, Weisman & Gordon, LLP /s/BY: Linda P. Manfredi Attorneys for Plaintiff 53 Gibson Street Bay Shore, New York 11706 (631) 969-3100
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Oyster Bay Town Councilman Tom Hand recently administered the oath of office to officers of the Nassau Shores Civic Association. Officers include President John Guerriero, Vice President Michael Dell’Anno, Recording Secretary Dan Riveira and Corresponding Secretary Roxana Riveira. Treasurer Nadia Cooblall was unable to attend.
“Civic Associations are an important component of our community as they bring people together to talk about important issues in our neighborhoods,” said Councilman Hand. “As your representative in Town government, I can certainly assure our civic associations
that Town officials appreciate working with you to make our community an even greater place to live, work and raise a family. These Nassau Shores Civic Association officers should be proud in knowing that on a daily basis, throughout their terms, they make a positive difference in the lives of others.”
The civic association’s mission is to keep the residents of Nassau Shores informed on issues that affect the community as a whole. It hosts events and provide a voice for the residents of the community. For more information on the association go to nassaushorescivic.org or email them at info@nassaushorescivic.org.
Beach Parking Stickers Available
Oyster Bay Town announced that seasonal beach parking sticker sales and the free distribution of stickers to senior citizens and the disabled is underdway. The Oyster Bay Town Board has restricted beach access to residents only and enhanced safety measures by installing signage and pedestrian barriers. A major sand replenishment project will be complete by Memorial Day weekend.
Beach parking stickers are on at John J. Burns Town Park in Massapequa, Theodore Roosevelt Memorial Park in Oyster Bay and at TOBAY Beach.
To purchase a beach parking sticker for your vehicle, residents must present a valid NYS driver’s license with residency in the Town of Oyster Bay, their vehicle registration, and bring the vehicle they plan to drive to the beach. Parking stickers are placed on the vehicle at the time of purchase. Only residents may purchase beach parking stickers for Town of Oyster Bay beaches. Beach parking stickers are $60, which pay for themselves following three visits.
FREE PASSES FOR SENIOR CITIZENS: Town of Oyster Bay residents over the age of 60 can obtain a free parking sticker by presenting their driver’s license with town residency and
their vehicle registration. After receiving the sticker, senior residents must be present in the vehicle for entry on each visit. If visiting the beach in another vehicle, seniors can show their driver’s license and get a free day pass.
FREE PASSES FOR DISABLED/ SOCIAL SECURITY RECIPIENTS:
Residents who are disabled or receive social security can acquire a free beach parking pass by showing their Town of Oyster Bay Disability ID card (which can be obtained at the Town Clerk’s Office for a one-time fee of $32) or Notice of Award Letter, alongside their driver’s license showing residency in the town and their vehicle registration. A parking sticker will then be adhered to the vehicle.
DISCOUNTS FOR VOLUNTEER FIREFIGHTERS, VETERANS & CLEAN PASS VEHICLE OWNERS : Town of Oyster Bay volunteer firefighters, members of the Armed Forces, veterans and Clean Pas eligible vehicle owners qualify for beach parking passes at reduced rates.
Only cashless payments are accepted, including credit cards, Apple Pay and Google Pay. For more information, please call the Town of Oyster Bay Parks Department, Beaches Division, at (516) 797-4111.
A camp out for learning at McKenna in Massapequa
It wasn’t the middle of a forest, but Colleen Lawlor’s first grade classroom still made a great place for a campsite recently at McKenna Elementary School in the Massapequa School District. As part of their A to Z countdown to the end of the year, students celebrated the letter T with tent day.
Using colorful tablecloths, students transformed their desks into tents and enjoyed camp-themed literacy and math activities. Each child wrote a book about how to make s’mores and then enjoyed a graham cracker, chocolate and marshmallow snack. The mood was set with a
video of a roaring fire on the classroom’s electronic display board.
In math, students have been immersed in a measurement unit, so they used miniature marshmallows to measure different camp-related objects. Ms. Lawlor said this was a hands-on way to review the concepts.
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Later in the day, children went sight word star gazing. Ms. Lawlor covered the hallway in stars with common reading words, and students went around with clipboards and marked off each one they found. Together, the class also read a poem about camping.
THURSDAY, July 4
• Government offices closed in celebration of Independence Day.
• Independence Day Parade of the Massapequas: 9:30 a.m. Parade begins Lakeshore Drive at Walker Street in Massapequa Park, and proceeds onto Park Blvd. to Front Street. For more information, call 516-798-0244, ext. 111.
FRIDAY, July 5
• Simpson United Methodist Church: 10 a.m. to 1 p.m., 30 Locust Ave., Amityville. For more information, call 631-789-2569.
• Our Lady of the Island K of C 6911 BINGO: 7:30 p.m., Our Lady of Lourdes School, 855 Carmans Rd., Massapequa Park. For more information, call 516-798-9887.
SATURDAY, July 6
• The Long Island Dahlia Society: 9 a.m., Bayard Cutting Arboretum, 440 Montauk Hwy., Great River. All are welcome. Come and learn how to care for your dahlias. For more information call 631-972-8829 (leave message) or visit www.longislanddahlia.org
MONDAY, July 8
• Massapequa Fire District: 7:30 p.m., One Brooklyn Avenue, Massapequa. For information, call 516-798-2648 or visit massfd.org.
• Plainedge School District Board of Education reorganization and meeting: 7:30 p.m., Innovative Learning Center, 241 Wyngate Dr., N. Massapequa. For more information, call 516992-7457 or visit plainedgeschools.org.
TUESDAY, July 9
• Massapequa Public Library Board of Trustees: 7:45 p.m., Bar Harbour Meeting Room, 40
Harbor Lane, Massapequa Park. For more information, call 516-799-0770 or visit https:// www.massapequalibrary.org/
• Emotional Health Recovery and Support Group: 7:30 to 9 p.m., Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 9592, 55 Hickory Lane, Levittown. Free weekly, in-person meeting of Emotions Anonymous, a 12-step support group for anyone experiencing emotional difficulties. For more information, call Steve at 631-332-0552 or Jill at 516-220-7808. All calls are confidential.
WEDNESDAY, July 10
• The Long Island Dahlia Society: 9 a.m., Bayard Cutting Arboretum, 440 Montauk Hwy., Great River. All are welcome. Come and learn how to care for your dahlias. Tubers will be available for sale starting in April. For more information call 631-972-8829 (leave message) or visit www.longislanddahlia.org
• Emotional Health Recovery and Support Group: 7:30 to 9 p.m. Free weekly, virtual meeting of Emotions Anonymous, a 12-step support group for anyone experiencing emotional difficulties. For more information, call Steve at 631-332-0552 or Jill at 516-220-7808. All calls are confidential.
• Farmingdale Schools Board of Education Reorganization and Meeting: 7:30 p.m., Weldon E. Howitt Middle School auditorium, 70 Van Cott Avenue, Farmingdale. Call 516-434-5170 with related questions.
• Massapequa Park Zoning Board of Appeals: 8 p.m., 151 Front St., Massapequa Park. For more information, go to masspk.com or call 516-798-0244.