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OFFICIALS OUTRAGED OVER DISGUISED VAPES PAGE 3
November 1, 2023
EXAMINING A HIGHLIGHTER THAT CAN BE USED TO DISGUISE A VAPE DEVICE ARE, FROM LEFT, SUFFOLK LEGISLATOR DOMINICK THORNE, BROOKHAVEN COUNCILMAN DANIEL PANICO, AND SUFFOLK LEGISLATOR JAMES MAZZARELLA, SPONSORS OF A LAW TO BAN THE PRODUCTS.
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ELECTION 2023 Election Day is Tuesday, November 7, and voters are encouraged to make sure their voices are heard. Here’s a rundown of the offices at stake and who the South Shore Press endorses. Suffolk County Executive: Edward P. Romaine (R,C). The four-year position pays $234,124 annually and is limited to three four-year terms. The executive candidates run countywide to become Suffolk’s chief administrative officer responsible for managing various departments and budgets in a county with about 1.5 million people. The job has become available after being held for 12 years by Democrat Steve Bellone, who is term limited. Suffolk County Legislature Suffolk County has 18 lawmakers, and they’re all up for election this year to twoyear terms. The job, limited to 12 years, comes with an annual base salary of $100,000. The lawmakers form a legislative body responsible for enacting laws, approving budgets, and overseeing public services. Each district includes about 80,000 residents. The incumbent is marked *. 1st District: Catherine L. Stark (R,C). The county’s largest geographically, the district stretches more than seventy miles from Middle Island in Brookhaven Town to the easternmost corner of the North Fork, including the towns of Southold and Riverhead. The winner will succeed Democrat Albert J. Krupski, Jr., who is running for Southold supervisor. 2nd District: Manuel Vilar, Jr. (R,C). The South Fork District includes the towns of Easthampton, Southampton, Shelter Island, and parts of East Moriches and Eastport. The seat is currently held by Democrat Bridget Fleming, who is not
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The South Shore Press Endorses… seeking reelection. 3rd District: James F. Mazzarella* (R,C).The district covers the south-central portion of Brookhaven, including the Village of Bellport. 4th District: Nicholas J. Caracappa* (R,C). The district encompasses the central section of Brookhaven Town. 5th District: Anthony M. Figliola (R,C). The district is located in the northwest corner of Brookhaven. The seat is presently vacant as its previous occupant, Kara Hahn, took a job with the state Parks Department. 6th District: Chad H. Lennon (R,C). The 6th is located in the northeast corner of Brookhaven. The seat is currently held by Sarah S. Anker, who is termlimited. 7th District: Dominick S. Thorne* (R,C). The district begins on the south shore, centered in Patchogue, and extends north to Middle Country Road. 8th District: Anthony A. Piccirillo* (R,C). The 8th is in the south-central part of Suffolk, almost entirely within the Town of Islip, with a small part located in Brookhaven. 12th District: Leslie A. Kennedy* (R,C). The district is located in the westerncentral portion of Suffolk, encompassing the southern section of Smithtown and western Brookhaven. 13th District: Robert Trotta* (R,C). The district encompasses the Town of Smithtown and a small portion of Huntington. Brookhaven Town Supervisor: Daniel J. Panico (R,C). The supervisor is the chief administrative officer for the town, who oversees the various town departments, personnel, and budgets. Elected town-wide, the supervisor leads the town
board, which is responsible for zoning, planning, and land use decisions, as well as stewardship over Brookhaven’s waterways and natural resources. The supervisor makes $131,000 annually and is limited to three four-year terms. Panico, currently deputy supervisor, is looking to succeed Supervisor Edward P. Romaine, who is running for county executive. B r o o k h a v e n Superintendent of Highways: Daniel P. Losquadro* (R,C). The highway superintendent is responsible for 3,700 lanemiles of road, including drainage, sidewalks, medians, and intersections, in addition to signage, lighting, drainage, tree trimming and removal, and recharge basin maintenance. Elected town-wide, it’s a fouryear position limited to three terms. The job pays $130,762 per year. Brookhaven Receiver of Taxes: Louis J. Marcoccia* (R,C). The tax receiver is responsible for collecting residential and commercial property taxes for all levels of local government, including the town, county, schools, and special districts. The town-wide position comes with a four-year term and is limited to three terms. It pays $112,800 annually. Brookhaven Town Council The council members, along with the supervisor, make up the town board. They are responsible for approving capital and operating budgets, as well as town ordinances and codes. They also function as trustees with authority over town waterways and bay bottoms. They are elected in individual districts to four-year terms, limited to three, and make $76,742 per year. Each council district has about 75,000 residents. 1st District: Gary C. Bodenburg (R,C). The district
covers the northwest corner of the town. 2nd District: Jane E. Bonner* (R,C). The district encompasses the northeast corner of Brookhaven. 3rd District: Neil A. Manzella* (R,C). The 3rd covers the central part of the town bordered by Islip. 4th District: Michael A. Loguercio Jr.* (R,C). The district is centrally located in the middle part of Brookhaven. 5th District: Neil Foley* (R,C). The south shore district is bordered by Islip to the west. 6th District: Karen Dunne Kesnig (R,C). The 6th is in Brookhaven’s southeast corner. She is looking to succeed Councilman Panico as he vies for town supervisor. Smithtown Town Council The council members approve town ordinances, adopt budgets, manage personnel, and oversee town-wide planning and zoning. They are elected town-wide to four-year terms and are not term limited. Their annual salary is
$72,316. The South Shore Press endorses incumbent council members Lisa M. Inzerillo and Thomas Lohmann, both running on the Republican and Conservative tickets. The Smithtown Town Clerk is responsible for recording all vital records and the activities of town government, as well as storing documents that are important to the citizens. The clerk serves a four-term term and is paid $100,000 annually for the townwide position. We endorse RepublicanConservative Thomas D. McCarthy for Southtown clerk. As in Brookhaven, the Smithtown receiver of taxes is responsible for collecting commercial and residential property taxes in the town. The position carries a four-year term, and the candidates run town-wide for the $100,000 per year job. We endorse incumbent Deanna Varricchio, who is running on the Republican and Conservative lines.
Center Moriches Voters Say No to $48.1M Plan By Robert Chartuk Two propositions totalling $48.1 million for improvements in the Center Moriches School District were shot down by residents by almost a 2-1 margin in a vote that came on the heels of the defeat of a $17.9 million plan for the fire department. Proposition 1, $44.3 million for facility improvements, went down 610-341, while Proposition 2, $3.75 million to update the school’s athletic spaces, was rejected 690-
258. “The district will reflect upon these results and begin planning its next steps in the coming weeks,” school officials said. “We will keep the community informed of any new developments.” The school propositions drew more voters than the fire department, which did not have its project to expand the existing firehouse approved after three tries. In the latest referendum, the measure failed by 2 votes doesn’t add up (221-201).
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Officials Outraged Over Disguised Vapes
By Robert Chartuk “Outraged” was the word used by local officials in proposing a county law to protect children from vaping devices disguised as pens, highlighters, and other innocuous objects. The vapes deliver nicotine, the highly addictive drug that hooked generations on cigarettes, and the officials are appalled that they’re targeting kids so early in life. To fight the dangerous trend, Legislator James Mazzarella, joined by other lawmakers concerned over the lasting impact of getting children hooked, has proposed a bill to outlaw disguised vapes in Suffolk County. They appeared alongside District Attorney Raymond Tierney and local officials outside William Floyd High School to announce the ban. “The industry wants to maintain the addictive nature of cigarettes by delivering nicotine to kids in devices they can hide from their teachers and parents, and it’s outrageous,” Mazzarella said. “Adults can do whatever they want, but we need to protect the children.” According to Tierney, the opioid epidemic claims about 400 lives a year with addictive behavior starting with younger and younger generations. “Those getting involved with addictive substances at a young age are more likely to get hooked on something else later on down the line,” the district attorney
said. “The county is stepping into the void since the state is not doing anything to protect our children. There are loopholes in the state law big enough to drive a truck through, and the truck is big enough to flatten our community.” Brookhaven Councilman Daniel Panico pointed to the state’s “abhorrent rollout” of legal marijuana causing problems in the town with illegal shops selling cannabis and vaping devices to teens. “Our children are ending up in rehab across the town, the county, the state. It’s all about a craven, insatiable appetite for revenue. The state controls this field and is doing nothing. It’s appalling.” Panico likened the disguised vapes to THC-infused candies such as Sour Patch Kids. “They make it very appealing to children. It’s important for the legislature and the schools to raise awareness of this problem and coming together on this law is a great first step.” “Addiction doesn’t discriminate; it starts with the little stuff and slowly progresses,” said Robert Vecchio, executive director of the Nassau-Suffolk School Boards Association, who joined the other officials at the press conference. “Marketing vape devices to kids is wrong and now will be illegal in Suffolk County.” The bill’s co-sponsor, Legislator Dominick Thorne, noted that the law will ban the sale of vapes disguised as USB
September Rotary Student of the Month
Officials from across Suffolk joined together to announce a new law aimed at banning disguised vape devices made to appeal to children.
drives, pens, smartphone cases, and even backpacks and hoodies with tubing that enable kids to inhale inconspicuously. “Vaping was created by the tobacco industry to make electronic or e-cigarettes appear less harmful and more appealing when, in reality, most vape products contain a large amount of nicotine, as well as several chemicals,” Thorne said, citing the pending law. “This legislature determines that using these products can permanently damage developing
Presidents Lynda Zach and Paul Casciano, and Vice President Fred Miller. In addition to being an outstanding student, Kaitlin has a heart of gold and is a great example of ‘Service Above Self’, the Rotary motto. Congratulations Kaitlin!
to look like school supplies or personal belongings to evade detection from administrators, teachers, and parents.” Kennedy added that the devices are also made in flavors and come with deceptive packaging to make them more attractive to children. Violators selling vape products to anyone under the age of 21 or disguised devices will be subject to fines of $1,000 for the first offense and up to $2,000 for each offense thereafter under the proposed law.
WFHS School-to-Work Program Wins Cornell Cooperative Extension ‘Outstanding Community Collaborator Award’ William Floyd High School’s School-to-Work class, under the direction of teacher Mike Luisi, has been selected as the recipient of the Cornell Cooperative Extension (CCE) Outstanding Community Collaborator Award by the CCE Suffolk County Farm! This award recognizes outstanding community members who are integral to the success of CCE’s educational programs and mission. “This award reflects all of the hard work and dedication that the students bring forth every day,” said Mr. Luisi. “The sense of pride and work ethic they develop is a sight to behold.”
The Rotary Club of Shirley & The Mastics honored an amazing William Floyd High School student, Kaitlin Baker, as the Robert Guerriero Rotary Student of the Month for September! Pictured with Kaitlin are her Mom, Co-
adolescent brains as nicotine has been shown to change the way teen brains function, increase the risk of future addiction to other drugs, and adversely affect the lungs, heart, kidneys, and reproductive system, and has also been linked to increased feelings of depression, anxiety, and stress among young people,” the bill goes on to state. Legislator Leslie Kennedy, another co-sponsor, added: “These predatory products are clearly targeted to minors and intentionally manufactured
Mr. Luisi’s class frequently visits the Suffolk County Farm to pitch in on caring for the animals and learning other skills to help them in their future employment.
event, cut pipe cleaners for a craft for another upcoming event, and helped brush and socialize the animals, including rabbits, that are brought into classrooms and used as part of CCE’s educational programs.
At their last visit to the farm, students organized and bagged animal food that will be sold to the public, used a die-cut machine to create decorations for an upcoming
“The high school's Schoolto-Work programs afford our students the opportunity to develop job specific skills, as well as soft skills, as they work in a variety
of settings,” said Emily Gomez, chairperson, Special Education Department, William Floyd School District. “Additionally, students get to see firsthand how their efforts make a difference as they work cooperatively with community members and their peers.” The award will be presented at CCE’s annual meeting this November.
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Bellone Administration Points Cyberattack Blame Back at Clerk
By Robert Chartuk
throughout the system."
The finger of blame for the cybersecurity hack that shut down Suffolk's computer network was pointed back at the county clerk's office by the head of the Department of Information Technology (DoIT) during a contentious hearing last week before a committee investigating the attack. Appearing with his attorney under subpoena, Scott Mastellon's testimony was in stark contrast to previous assertions by the clerk's IT Director, Peter Schlussler, that lax security in the DoIT shop was responsible for the breach that cost taxpayers millions.
Bellone spokeswoman Marykate Guilfoyle was more direct: "Schlussler's negligence and misconduct are the direct causes of the cyberattack with the committee having the actual 'smoking gun' in the forensics report for months, but instead they continue to ignore the evidence and play politics by mischaracterizing an internal cyber document while refusing to release the Schlussler report." Schlussler has filed notice in state Supreme Court that he will sue Bellone and members of his staff for "defamatory" statements.
According to Mastellon, "There were inherent weaknesses in our cybersecurity defenses owing largely to the lack of centralization of the nearly dozen different IT departments that existed across the county and, in particular, the longstanding technology silo created by the clerk's office." These vulnerabilities, the Steve Bellone administration official said, "became abundantly clear when, in September 2022, we were confronted by a ransomware attack that was a direct result of the clerk's office's failure to take appropriate cybersecurity measures against threats that quickly spread
Guilfoyle was referring to two reports: a security review solicited by DoIT after an alleged illegal Bitcoin mining operation in the county's Riverhead data center by a clerk employee was uncovered, and a 157-page report provided to the committee by Schlussler. In it, the clerk's office IT director pointed to numerous warnings of an impending attack that were ignored by Mastellon, and said the failure to employ a Chief Information Security Officer and put the safeguards in place to obtain cyber insurance were also to blame. Introducing the findings of
Suffolk Department of Information Technology Director Scott Mastellon
the internal report, the existence of which was not revealed to the investigatory committee until the week before the hearing, drew the ire of Special Counsel Richard Donoghue, the former U.S. attorney retained by the legislature to help get to the bottom of what went wrong. Mastellon and his lawyer argued that showing the findings of the report would jeopardize the security of the system and give hackers a roadmap to the county's vulnerabilities. Legislator Anthony Piccirillo, chair of the committee, disagreed, as did Donoghue, who upbraided the DoIT director for his performance over the last five years. "You had 100 employees, vendors, the largest IT team available, the greatest responsibility," Donoghue
told Mastellon. "Who had more responsibility than you?" Donoghue asked Mastellon. "I'll give you the answer. The answer is no one." Donoghue said the committee received the internal report less than 24 hours before interviewing the DoIT chief. "This is a significant piece of evidence in this case we've been asking for for months. That report is as close as you get to a smoking gun in a case like this, and you sat on it until the day before your interview," he said, to which Mastellon responded, "That is absolutely untrue." He stressed that his department had been working consistently to implement a new security system and the enormity of the project required time and significant staff resources. "The evidence shows that the clerk abandoned initial efforts to patch the Log4j vulnerability in January 2022 and then waited nearly six more months to finally remediate it," Mastellon went on. "Even then, its leader, Peter Schlussler, failed to sound the alarm and prevented the county from waging an appropriate response." Both Schlussler who is on paid administrative leave, and former Clerk Judith Pascale declined to comment further on the issue.
Mastellon also contended at the hearing that the alleged perpetrator of the Bitcoin mining, Christopher Naples, had stored extremely sensitive passwords in plain-text form in an unencrypted folder that was accessed by the hackers, allowing them to escalate privileges, establish rogue administrator accounts, and, ultimately, unleash the ransomware attack. He said that forensic evidence shows that accounts from this folder were embedded into the ransomware used to lock up the county system in exchange for a $2.5 million payment, which Bellone refused to make and instead shut down the county's entire computer network. Another member of the special committee, Legislator Sarah Anker, reported at the hearing that her office's computer system was hacked in 2017, moving her to introduce legislation requiring DoIT to provide an annual cybersecurity report to the legislature. She said they received one in 2019 and nothing since. Anker joined Piccirillo and the other members of the committee, including Legislator James Mazzarella, in stressing that their task is not just to assign blame but to also steel the county from future attacks.
Water Conservation Pays Off water demand, then we can avoid building costly additional infrastructure," said Chief Executive Officer Jeffrey Szabo. "It makes financial sense for the Authority and for our customers because it helps us keep our rates low."
By Robert Chartuk For an island that depends on an underground aquifer for its drinking water, data showing that conservation efforts are succeeding and residents are using less comes as good news. In a recent report, the Suffolk County Water Authority says that new rules for lawn watering, enhanced credits for installing water-saving devices, and an extensive outreach and messaging campaign to stress the importance of water conservation have paid off. With the summer and the lawn watering season ending, SCWA says that peak pumping rates were lower than in 2022 despite droughts in both years. "We understand that it's going to be multi-effort to change behavior in Suffolk County," said SCWA Chairman Charles Lefkowitz. "Many of our customers have habits built over a lifetime, and we are asking them to change them for the good of the water system. Even though this was just the first year of this new effort, we are already seeing that our customers are changing to the odd/even lawn watering schedule and taking other steps to reduce their water use." Operating under summer drought conditions, the highest level of pumping reached this year was 515,720 gallons per minute, a 3.4% reduction from the peak last year of 533,338 gallons per minute, the Authority reported. That difference represents the capacity of
Customers are responding in a positive way to the agency's operations, with a recent survey finding that 70% approve of their customer service and 72% are
happy with the quality of the water. Notably, a majority of residents indicated that they feel that the cost of their bill is appropriate. "We are humbled by the overwhelmingly positive response from our customers," Lefkowitz said. "These survey results reflect the tireless efforts of our employees and the commitment of the Authority to surpassing customer expectations."
$10 State Tax to Fill a Prescription–No Way! Photo Credit: Robert Chartuk A Suffolk County Water Authority worker tackles a damaged hydrant on Railroad Avenue in Center Moriches.
about 15 large supply wells. SCWA also increased the amount it offers in WaterWise credits to customers who install water-saving devices, such as smart controllers for automatic sprinkler systems and low-flow shower heads. Previously, the agency offered $50 over the entire lifetime of an account in credits. With the new conservation plan, that amount was increased to $250 every three years, allowing customers to get money back for multiple devices. The program has seen its most successful year as more than 1,500 customers have received a credit so far. That is already higher than any previous year. To promote the new measures,
SCWA began a proactive outreach campaign to its customers using digital, radio, and newspaper ads to inform customers of the new policies. That was bolstered by direct outreach efforts with phone messages, emails, and supplemental information on customer bills. During the summer, they held four community meetings focused on drinking water that it calls WaterTalks. The meetings put special emphasis on the importance of water conservation, allowing SCWA staff to make direct appeals to hundreds of customers. "We are making water conservation one of our top priorities because if we can reduce
Op-ed by Assemblyman Joe DeStefano Like we’re not paying enough to live in the Vampire state, the Democrats have come up with another way to pick our pockets. Gov. Hochul wants to hit us with a $10.18 state tax every time we fill a prescription. This “Dispensing Fee" will take billions out of our pockets and affect senior citizens and those who can least afford it. Of course, the Democrats have to weasel around what they’re actually trying to do, which is raise the fee for pharmacy benefit managers, or PBMs, the companies that process prescription drug
claims on behalf of most health insurance plans. The fee will then be passed on to the customers. The Albany vampires already siphon off up to $3 for each prescription handled by the PBMs, and now want to crank the tax up to $10.18. When multiplied by the millions of prescriptions that New Yorkers fill each year, the additional expense for the health system as a whole would likely reach into the billions, and ultimately add to what are already some of the highest insurance premiums in the United States. I’m dead set against this latest scheme to make New York even more expensive and will fight it just like I do practically everything else the Progressive Democrats throw at us.
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Rescue Wing Commander Honored
By Robert Chartuk Suffolk is home to a rescue squadron that scrambles helicopters and midair refueling aircraft that saves people hundreds of miles out to sea. They were featured in the movie “The Perfect Storm” for an epic rescue mission and, more recently, dropping emergency medical supplies to the Columbian crew of a yacht 1,200 miles from their Westhampton Beach base. Captain Julie C. Alfredson, Commander of the 106th Maintenance Squadron, was honored recently as a Woman Veteran of Distinction by Suffolk Legislator James Mazzarella. The Shirley resident, mustering from the New York Air National Guard Base at Gabreski Airport, is an expert on aircraft equipment and maintenance. Captain Alfredson enlisted in the United States Air Force in 2007 as a Security Forces Defender and has been deployed around the globe in support of Operations Iraqi Freedom, Enduring Freedom, and Inherent Resolve. She’s served in multiple capacities, including law enforcement and nuclear deterrence security. “I am truly honored to have had the opportunity to spend time with Captain Alfredson learning about her
Captain Julie C. Alfredson of Shirley, Commander of the 106th Maintenance Squadron, was honored recently as a Woman Veteran of Distinction by Suffolk Legislator James Mazzarella.
deployments and personal experiences in combat zones,” Legislator Mazzarella said. “It is evident that her commitment to serving our country is undying. She demonstrates this passion specifically when she speaks about her military service. Captain Alfredson is an amazing woman, and we are privileged to have her protecting our country.” In March of 2013, Captain Alfredson transferred from Active Duty Air Force to the Air National Guard. She
has been recognized for her outstanding accomplishments, earning the Meritorious Service Medal, the Air Force Commendation Medal, and the Air Force Achievement Medal. She is also an intricate part of many professional memberships and associations, including the National Society of Leadership Success, National Guard Association of the United States, 106th Rescue Wing Company Grade Officer Council President, Suffolk County Legislators Women’s Veterans Advisory
Board, and the 106th Rescue Wing Women’s Initiative Team Chair. While Captain Alfredson serves the country nobly in her role with the Air National Guard, she is also a wife and mother of a one-year-old. Finding the yacht Namah three hours from their base into the North Atlantic was challenging for the 106th, especially since the crew only spoke Spanish and their last position was reported 12 hours earlier. They dropped two packages of medical supplies for a 23-year-old woman who had been scalded by boiling water and headed home. During the Perfect Storm in 1991, a 106th helicopter crew attempted a daring rescue of a mariner 250 miles off the New Jersey coast. They deployed a pararescue jumper but had to abort the mission due to high seas and heavy wind. On the way back to the base, the H60 crew was unable to refuel after 30 attempts over an hour-anda-half with a C-130 supply plane, and had to ditch their aircraft in complete darkness. They were rescued four long hours later by the Coast Guard cutter Tamaroa, at some points towering 30 feet higher than the ship as waves passed underneath them. The rescue jumper, Rick Smith, was lost at sea.
Fire Safety in Center Moriches Kindergarten and first grade students at Clayton Huey Elementary School were visited by the Center Moriches Fire Department for an interactive presentation about fire safety. Throughout October, or Fire Prevention Month, students have been learning about ways to prevent fires and what to do in case of emergencies. The Center Moriches Fire Department reviewed this
information with students, as well as showed them the equipment they wear when responding to a fire. Students then went outside to explore emergency vehicles. They went inside a firetruck and ambulance and got a firsthand look at the equipment first responders use. The visit taught students about fire safety while connecting them to local heroes. Firefighters showed students the equipment they wear when responding to an emergency.
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College Trustees Bounce Embattled Member
By Robert Chartuk The former CEO of the Urban League of Long Island, under fire for alleged improprieties at the non-profit, has been bounced from her role as a Suffolk Community College trustee. Theresa Sanders failed to win enough votes to have her excused for excessive absences and was removed from the board under the college’s bylaws in a 5-1 vote. The North Babylon resident was forced from the Urban League in August by state Supreme Court Judge Christopher G. Quinn following an audit showing she allegedly misspent $200,000 in league funds. Sanders denies the findings, arguing through her attorney, E. Christopher Murray, that she is actually owed money
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for accepting a reduced salary for the past few years. She has filed a $250,000 countersuit through Murray, who is also president of the SCCC board of trustees. In September, Legislator Trish Bergin, a Suffolk Community alumnus who serves as a member of the legislature's Education and Labor Committee, called for the resignation of both Sanders and Murray, stating: "They have failed to uphold their oath, failed the college and most importantly the students they swore to shepherd and support and taxpayers they have an obligation to protect." In a prepared statement before the trustee's vote, Sanders said her absences were due to her recovering from surgery and attending a family reunion in
Theresa Sanders, former Trustee at Suffolk County Community College
Jamaica. "Many of my colleagues have been trying to understand why a simple vote regarding excusing an absence — especially considering my surgery this year — is being disproportionately
blown out of proportion," she said, adding that she considers the board vote "unlawful" since it considers information about "false allegations that have been made" on an issue unrelated to the college. Neither Sanders or her attorney were at the meeting to vote on her removal, which was opposed by Belinda Pagdanganan, a community college appointee of former Gov. Andrew Cuomo. Sanders, who had missed four trustee meetings this year, has also been sued by the Urban League to claw back the alleged misspent funds and is the subject of a Nassau District Attorney investigation, according to Suffolk legislators. "I can't imagine this is not tied to the Urban League lawsuit,"
Murray said. "I assume if there were no lawsuit, there would be no problem or controversy." The 10-member college board of trustees is made up of appointees of the governor and the county legislature, with one member named every year by the college student body. With Sanders gone, the legislature will have the ability to replace her, as well as fill the seat of James Morgo, whose term has expired. All 18 of Suffolk’s legislative seats are up for grabs November 7 and the body’s leadership hasn’t given any indication as to whether the appointments would be taken up by the current Republican majority prior to a new legislature being seated in January. The trustees manage a $210 million college budget.
Soaring Costs of Assisting Illegal Migrants Raise Concerns in New York State and City
By Raheem Soto Amidst growing concerns over the escalating expenses related to assisting illegal migrants, New York State Comptroller Thomas P. DiNapoli has unveiled a new online tracking tool. The tool is designed to monitor the emergency spending incurred by both New York State and New York City in providing resources for undocumented migrants, shedding light on the financial challenges faced by the region. According to the tool, state agencies have already spent $316.2 million in State Fiscal Year (SFY) 2023-24 as of September 30. Equally concerning is New York City's estimated total spending for Fiscal Year (FY) 2023 and FY 2024 through September 30, which is a whopping $1.89 billion. While the intentions behind assisting undocumented migrants are noble, the financial burden placed on New York State and City is becoming increasingly problematic, especially at a time when spending is already under scrutiny. Comptroller DiNapoli emphasized the gravity of the situation, stating, "New York City and state are facing substantial costs for helping undocumented migrants seeking refuge in this country
and needing assistance with their basic needs. My office has launched a new tool to provide transparency on this emergency spending and show why additional funding and logistical support is needed from the federal government." The tracking tool provides a detailed breakdown of state and city spending by agency. For state agencies, the figures encompass expenditures specifically earmarked for activities like housing, emergency response, resettlement funding, and general transportation. The data will be updated every month. Notably, the State Fiscal Year (SFY) 2023-24 Enacted Budget Financial Plan already includes $1.5 billion in planned spending, expected to span two fiscal years, to cover emergency spending related to undocumented migrants in the United States. In a letter to President Biden, the Governor indicated the likelihood of additional spending in the future. As of September 30, 2023, emergency spending tied to undocumented migrants has already reached $316.2 million. These figures underscore the significant financial commitments made by Executive agencies for emergency spending related to undocumented migrants. However, it is essential to note that these numbers only
encompass spending explicitly designated by agencies related to this issue. When examining New York City's spending on this issue, the numbers are equally concerning. As of September 30, 2023, the City of New York had recorded expenditures of $1.47 billion in Fiscal Year (FY) 2023, with nearly $420 million in FY 2024. It is worth noting that the City has yet to finalize expenses for FY 2023. Most of this spending is allocated to the Departments
of Homeless Services and Social Services for emergency shelter costs. Additionally, significant sums have been channeled to NYC Health + Hospitals (H+H) to operate Humanitarian Emergency Response and Relief Centers (HERRCs) and a central intake center. The situation has taken a more alarming turn as the City updated its cost projections in August, factoring in an accelerated influx of undocumented migrants.
These revised projections anticipate spending amounts of $4.7 billion for FY 2024 and a staggering $6.1 billion for FY 2025. It is expected that allocations for projected agency spending will be revised in the upcoming November Financial Plan. New York City still needs to budget for expenses in FY 2026 and beyond, raising concerns about the sustainability of these financial commitments in the long term.
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State Democrats Finagle to Take Back Congress
By Robert Chartuk The failure of state Democrats to gerrymander Congressional district boundaries to favor their candidates led to the Republicans taking over the House of Representatives and changing the course of politics in America. Now they’re pulling out all the stops to change the lines back to the way they want them and upend the GOP house members from New York who turned the tide. In a surprise ruling last year, the Court of Appeals, the state’s high court, threw out the gerrymandered maps drawn by the Democrats and put the issue to a special master. New lines were drawn that were seen as more balanced and representative of the people who live in them. One district had lines so convoluted to favor Democrats that it ran from north of New York City to take in enough Democrats to overcome the votes of Long Island Republicans as it stretched across Yonkers and the Bronx on its way to Suffolk’s North Shore. State voters passed a referendum in 2014 calling for a fair process to draw district boundaries for members of Congress and state legislators,
noted Assemblyman Joseph DeStefano, a Republican from Medford who saw his district lines altered as well. “A bipartisan commission was to be set up to create the lines, but the Democrats who control the legislature weasel-worded the bill. They made sure the commission would be deadlocked at every step so that the process would again be controlled by the Democrat politicians,” he said of the redistricting, which is required every 10 years to correspond to the national census. Complicating the issue was the fact that New York lost two congressional seats as population declined due to people “voting with their feet” by bailing out of the state in record numbers. The rejection of the resulting lines by the Democrat-controlled Court of Appeals caught the establishment off guard, and Gov. Kathy Hochul is making sure that won’t happen again. A swing vote on the court, Judge Caitlin Halligan, a friend of the governor’s, has conveniently recused herself from the issue and Chief Judge Rowan Wilson replaced her with Dianne Renwick, a judge who’s already ruled in favor of the Democrats
in a similar boundary case. “It defies belief how far the Democrats will go to skirt the law and the will of the people to keep themselves in power,” DeStefano said. “Their manipulation of election districts to cut out Republicans is illegal, but we won’t see that addressed because they have tampered with the judicial system as well.” Voters in the new districts on Long Island sent four Republicans to Washington: Nick LaLota in the 1st to replace Lee Zeldin, incumbent Andrew Garbarino in the 2nd, George Santos, who replaced a Democrat in the 3rd, and Anthony D'Esposito in the 4th, who also replaced a Democrat. They make up four of the slim nine member GOP majority in the house, a governing body that made history last week by ousting Kevin McCarthy as majority leader in a “motion to vacate” and replacing him with Louisiana Rep. Michael Johnson. “When politicians go to these extreme lengths to empower themselves over the will of the voters, nothing good comes of it,” DeStefano concluded. “With the Democrats controlling every lever of power, New York
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is an absolute mess. We pay the highest taxes and fees in the nation. Hard-working middle and upper-class citizens and retirees are fleeing in record numbers and are being replaced by illegal immigrants. More than 125,000 aliens in the city are just waiting to fan out across the state, costing the taxpayers upwards of $12 billion over the next two years. Inflation is killing us and we’re suffering a crime wave thanks to the procriminal Marxists who control
our government.” With former President Donald Trump vying for his old job back against President Joe Biden next year, control of the House takes on increased importance, either as a continuing check on a Democrat chief executive or a possible ally to a new president to address America's most critical issues: the soaring national debt, inflation, foreign wars, and a border crisis sending millions of illegal immigrants into U.S. cities and other communities.
House Speaker Johnson Checks Boxes But Questions Abound By Howard Rourke On Wednesday, October 25, House Republicans ended weeks of stalemate on who was to replace Kevin McCarthy as Speaker by electing Mike Johnson of Louisiana to the role. A relative unknown prior to his elevation to Speaker, Congressman Johnson is now under intense scrutiny as Republicans attempt to course correct the recent stretch of chaos and uncertainty. Chief among the tasks Johnson will need to solve is how to bridge the divide that has become apparent amongst different factions of the Republican party. There are now three vectors by which Republicans can be evaluated: 1) Alignment with traditional conservative principles such as fiscal responsibility, rule of law, individual freedom, and defense of the Constitution; 2) Alignment with “MAGA” Republican principles such as border security, election integrity, reduction of spending, reducing/staying out of international conflict, opposition to the weaponization of justice, and pushing back on leftist cultural agenda items like DEI and gender issues; and 3)
Personal track record and how that might impact one’s ability to accomplish or advocate for priorities in buckets 1 and 2. Congressman Johnson would appear to score highly on buckets 1 and 2. He has openly advocated for what he describes as the “core principles of American conservatism”, which he says are “individual freedom, limited government, the rule of law, peace through strength, fiscal responsibility, free markets, and human dignity.” Johnson suggests that adherence to these principles will avoid the US being “led down a path toward European-style socialism”. Johnson also was an open critic of the 2020 election, arguing that changes to election procedures in Georgia, Michigan, Pennsylvania and Wisconsin were unconstitutional because they were done without the approval of state legislatures. Johnson argued that the election results should not have been certified without a proper review of those changes, whether they were in fact legal, and what the implications of those changes were. Johnson checks many other “MAGA” boxes. He has promised
Speaker of the House Mike Johnson.
to aggressively pursue funding for border security and to tie funding for international conflicts in Ukraine and Israel to conditions that ensure the funds are being used appropriately and with clear objectives. He has also suggested that he will use the debt limit and CR process as a tool to negotiate with Democrats on overall spending, with an eye toward budget cuts. Johnson also has promised to support hearings on perceived corruption in the Biden family. While Johnson’s conservative priorities fit nicely with
both traditional and MAGA Republicans, the question for anyone in leadership right now is whether they possess the personal resume to navigate a media and political minefield that permits a successful outcome. This is where an individual’s personal track record has so often tripped up politicians who face a weaponized media apparatus intent on disrupting any conservative objective. Already in his first week, Johnson’s views on a variety of cultural issues have been turned against him. Aside from
his views on the 2020, election, Johnson is a Southern Christian whose faith appears to be a guiding force in his life. This week he was quoted as saying “As a Christian, we believe the Bible teaches us very clearly that we’re to stand with Israel.” He has strongly opposed access to abortion in Louisiana. He has condemned homosexuality and opposed gay marriage. He has been an open opponent of LGBTQ+ views. Irrespective of what one thinks about these issues, these views are not presently in the mainstream, and his positions on them will make it less likely that he will be able to achieve other parts of his conservative agenda. The simple playbook from the Democrats and the media is to reject and denounce Johnson as a radical who can not be trusted or worked with, and this makes Johnson’s path more difficult for sure. Congressman Johnson has the conservative bonafides to lead the Republican caucus, and he appears to be pointed in a direction most Republican voters will embrace. The question will be whether the media and the Democrats will provide him the room to lead.
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Is the Democratic Party's Disparate Impact Doctrine Fading with Voters?
By Raheem Soto Heading into the 2024 elections, the Democratic Party's reliance on the disparate impact doctrine is under scrutiny, with questions arising about its actual impact on Black voters, who have historically been a cornerstone of Democratic support. This doctrine, which has been used to interpret statistical disparities between racial groups as automatic evidence of systemic discrimination, is now being reassessed for its actual effectiveness and authenticity in addressing complex social issues.
Democratic Party's message on systemic bias still resonates with its traditional voter base as strongly as it once did. Critics argue that while racial disparities are undeniable, they are not always directly caused by systemic racism, as the disparate impact doctrine suggests. Instead, they point to a confluence of factors — economic conditions, localized crime rates, educational access — that also contribute to these disparities and merit their own analysis and policy responses.
Correlation, the relationship between two variables, does not inherently mean that one causes the other — a distinction central to the criticism of the disparate impact doctrine. Causality, in contrast, implies that one event results from the occurrence of another event; this is where critics feel the Democratic strategy has fallen short, failing to differentiate between mere association and a direct cause-effect link.
The COVID-19 pandemic has exemplified the need for a nuanced understanding of such disparities. Initially, the disproportionate effects of the virus on communities of color were attributed to systemic bias. However, it became apparent that health disparities, like preexisting conditions, also played a role, illustrating the complexity behind the statistics and challenging the narrative that racial disparities are predominantly due to systemic discrimination.
The doctrine's potential loss of traction comes amid high-profile endorsements of alternative political paths by African-American celebrities, signaling a potential shift in the political landscape. These developments have sparked a conversation about whether the
Furthermore, the relationship between school funding and academic success has been questioned. Increased funding in minority-majority schools has not consistently led to better outcomes, suggesting that the issue of educational disparity may need to
be fully addressed through the lens of systemic bias alone. With Black voters being a critical demographic for the Democratic Party, there is now speculation on whether the continued use of the disparate impact doctrine as a political strategy will maintain its past efficacy. Political observers suggest that the party should embrace a more nuanced and comprehensive approach to racial disparities, one that takes into account the full range of contributing factors. As the Democratic Party prepares its platform for the upcoming election, it must confront these challenges and articulate policies that are grounded in a clear understanding of both correlation and causation. There is a pressing need for a message that not only acknowledges the complexities of racial disparities but also offers concrete paths to resolution that voters can trust as sincere and not just electoral rhetoric. In anticipation of the elections, the Democratic leadership is poised to engage in strategic recalibrations to address these critiques. The outcome of these efforts will likely be a key determinant in the party's capacity to secure the trust and support of Black voters in 2024 and beyond.
Recent Plea Deals by Trump's Codefendants Stir Speculation on Implications for the Former President By Raheem Soto The legal saga surrounding the allegations of attempting to overturn the 2020 Georgia election results has seen significant developments, with several of Donald Trump's codefendants entering guilty pleas. This has reignited public interest and raised questions about what these events might signify for the former President. Jenna Ellis, once a senior legal adviser to Trump's campaign, has recently entered a guilty plea. This move closely follows those made by Sidney Powell and Kenneth Chesebro, both known for their affiliations with Trump. Ellis, during her court statement, voiced her regret about her involvement in the post-election challenges. "In the frenetic pace of trying to challenge the election results in various states, I didn't do enough research. If I had known then what I'm aware of now, I would have refrained from representing Donald Trump in these challenges," she stated.
Former President Donald J. Trump and co-defendants.
The juxtaposition of these guilty pleas against the backdrop of certain co-defendants, including high-profile names such as Rudy Giuliani and John Eastman, who have yet to broker or be offered plea deals, creates an atmosphere of heightened speculation. Even more tantalizing is the report of Mark Meadows, Trump's former Chief of Staff, purportedly receiving immunity, leading many to
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wonder if he might testify about any alleged misdeeds by Trump. But how do these legal shifts impact Trump's situation? There are essentially two predominant interpretations in the legal community. One viewpoint suggests that these pleas could indicate vulnerabilities in Trump's defense, potentially making the case against him more robust. The alternative perspective posits that these
By Robert Chartuk The world-famous weather maker El Niño is back after a fouryear hiatus and is expected to bring a warmer and wetter winter than usual to Long Island. The globe is an interconnected weather machine, and the El Niño–warmer sea temperatures in the Pacific Ocean–creates a predictable pattern scientists use to gauge the upcoming season. “These outlooks provide critical guidance for many industries and sectors of our economy, from energy producers to commodities markets to agricultural interests to tourism,” said Dr. Sarah Kapnick, chief scientist with the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration. “With a strengthening El Niño and more potential climate extremes in an
pleas represent individual decisions informed by personal legal strategies and may not necessarily implicate Trump in actionable wrongdoing. For many Trump supporters, this unfolding legal drama reinforces their long-held belief in a biased two-tier justice system in the U.S., with perceptions of disparate treatment for prominent figures based on political affiliations. They view the ongoing investigations and pleas as targeted political moves against Trump and his allies. Regardless of the lens through which one interprets these events, it is undeniable that such developments carry significant weight in shaping public discourse. The ongoing legal maneuvers not only garner headlines but also influence political narratives and, by
already record-breaking year, we’re lucky to have scientists like those at the Climate Prediction Center helping to build a Weather and Climate-Ready Nation by providing critical operational seasonal climate predictions.” For the Northeast, the El Niño means a 40-50% chance that the winter will be warmer than normal, and a 33-40% chance that it will be wetter. With the warmer temperatures, the increased precipitation will most likely be rain, the forecasters said. They also predicted the region will not suffer drought conditions through the winter months. El Niño means Little Boy in Spanish and was named by South American fishermen who noticed periods of unusually warm water in the Pacific in the 1600s.
extension, have the potential to affect future elections. However, as America watches this chapter unfold, legal experts advise caution. While some see the guilty pleas as potential evidence suggesting Trump's involvement, others counsel restraint and emphasize that each defendant's path in this legal saga is unique and may not necessarily reflect on Trump's legal standing. In summary, while the plea deals by Trump's codefendants have undeniably ramped up public interest and speculation, drawing definitive conclusions at this juncture might be premature. As the legal proceedings progress, the nation waits with anticipation, recognizing the potential historical significance of the outcome.
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Bowman's $1,000 Settlement in Alarmgate: Does Capitol Justice Weigh Equally?
By Raheem Soto New York Democrat Rep. Jamaal Bowman's recent admittance to inadvertently pulling a fire alarm in a congressional office building has not only raised eyebrows but also led to calls for comparable legal action by fellow lawmakers. Bowman, the New York representative, caused a building evacuation lasting over an hour on September 30, just before a pivotal House vote on a stopgap spending bill. He stated that the mistake happened while trying to access a locked door, eager to cast his vote. While the congressman expressed regret for the incident, his actions have sparked a debate on the consistency of penalties based on political affiliations. Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene (R-GA) was particularly vocal in her criticism. Not long after the incident, she challenged the Department of Justice to
hold Bowman accountable in the same way as those involved in the January 6, 2021, Capitol Riot. "He violated the exact same law that January 6 defendants are being prosecuted for every day," Greene remarked. "I'm demanding that the Department of Justice prosecute him the same way they prosecute January 6 defendants." Bowman, for his part, has attempted to clarify the situation. In a statement, he said, "I'm thankful for the quick resolution from the District of Columbia Attorney General's office... I am responsible for activating a fire alarm, and I will be paying the fine issued." He also extended his gratitude to the United States Capitol Police General Counsel's office, emphasizing that there was no intent on his part to obstruct House proceedings. The possible six-month jail sentence for Bowman's misdemeanor was sidestepped when he settled with
prosecutors, agreeing to a $1,000 fine and a commitment to "stay out of trouble for three months." There are also reports suggesting that a letter of apology to the U.S. Capitol Police is required, following which the misdemeanor charge would be dropped. Republicans have been keen to spotlight Bowman's actions and their implications. Many noted that Bowman, after setting off the alarm, walked past numerous police officers without alerting them of his mistake. The controversy is heightened given that, at the time, House Democrats were strategizing to delay a vote on a funding bill. While Bowman has stressed that he did not wish to delay the vote, stating, "I really regret that this caused so much confusion... It's pretty embarrassing," the event has undeniably reignited the debate about legal uniformity. The actions of Rep. Bowman and the subsequent
Rep. Jamal Bowman (D, NY-16)
responses from figures like Rep. Greene underline the broader discussions surrounding political accountability and the perceived differences in consequences faced by politicians from differing parties. The District of Columbia attorney general's office,
overseeing the case, has reiterated that Bowman was "treated like anyone else who violates the law." Nevertheless, the incident is a stark reminder that the call for transparency and consistency in the legal proceedings involving politicians remains as resonant as ever.
Blue State Graduation Policies Stir Controversy: Could New York Be Next? By Raheem Soto Oregon's recent decision to suspend proficiency requirements for high school graduation in reading, writing, and mathematics has sparked a contentious debate, with many conservatives framing it as a troubling sign of declining educational standards in blue states. As the policy is slated to continue through the 2027-2028 academic year, there's growing concern that similar measures could be adopted in other states, including New York, known for its progressive educational policies. The Oregon State Board of Education's move is based on the principle of "disparate outcome," which some Democratic officials interpret to mean any policy resulting in varied outcomes among racial groups is inherently discriminatory. Critics argue this perspective is flawed and oversimplifies the complex factors contributing to educational disparities, such as socioeconomic status, community support, and access to resources. Conservatives highlight that this approach can lead to policies that may inadvertently harm the very students they aim to help by lowering academic expectations. They stress the importance of rigorous educational standards
to ensure that all students, regardless of background, have the essential skills to succeed in higher education and the workforce. The suspension of these essential competencies has met with resistance from many parents, educators, and policymakers who believe academic achievement should be based on merit and measurable outcomes. Former Oregon gubernatorial candidate Christine Drazan and her group, "A New Direction Oregon," have been vocal in their
opposition, asserting that the policy could transform the high school diploma from a mark of readiness to a mere participation certificate. Critics also point to the broader national context, where red states are often criticized for spending less on education than their blue counterparts. However, they argue that increased funding in blue states has only sometimes correlated with better educational outcomes, suggesting that the problem is not merely one of resources but also policy and
governance. The focus on "disparate outcome" has extended beyond education into other areas, including bail reform and policing, with opponents of the doctrine arguing that it misdiagnoses issues of racial disparity and often leads to less effective policies. The assertion that disparate outcomes inherently indicate systemic racism is contested by conservatives who call for a distinction between correlation and causation.
With Oregon's policy under the national microscope, New York and other blue states are now at a crossroads. Will they maintain high standards and seek innovative solutions to address educational gaps, or will they, too, lower the bar in the name of equity? As the debate intensifies, many are calling for a recommitment to educational excellence, advocating for policies that uplift underperforming students without compromising the quality of education. There is a growing call for interventions that directly tackle the root causes of educational disparities, such as improving early childhood education, investing in teacher training, and ensuring all students have access to advanced coursework and academic enrichment opportunities. As Oregon's policy unfolds, its impact will be closely scrutinized, with conservative commentators warning that the state's educational system risks failing its students if it does not uphold rigorous and measurable academic achievement standards. The controversy serves as a cautionary tale for other states considering similar paths and underscores the need for a balanced approach to educational reform.
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Mike Pence Suspends Presidential Campaign
By Raheem Soto In a surprising turn of events, former Vice President Mike Pence has officially suspended his campaign for the Republican presidential nomination. Pence made this unexpected announcement during his appearance at the Republican Jewish Coalition's annual gathering in Las Vegas. He revealed, "It has become clear to me that this is not my time," and went on to say, "After much prayer and reflection, I have decided to suspend my campaign for president effective today." Pence's decision to withdraw from the race marks a significant moment in the evolving landscape of the 2024 Republican
presidential nomination. As the first major candidate to exit the field, his departure underscores his challenges in fundraising and gaining traction in the polls. Despite his extensive political career and experience as a former vice president, Pence needed help to build a solid support base. This highlights the enduring influence of former President Donald Trump within the Republican Party, which has significantly reshaped the political landscape. The announcement was made at an event where Pence had the opportunity to express his continued support for Israel. He also utilized the platform to address what he perceives as concerning isolationist and
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populist trends within the Republican Party, which he believes could pose a threat to
the nation's future. Pence's decision to leave the race more than two months
ahead of the pivotal Iowa caucuses allows him to avoid accumulating additional campaign debt. It spares him the potential embarrassment of failing to qualify for the third Republican primary debate scheduled for November 8 in Miami. In addition to Pence, two other Republican presidential candidates, Larry Elder and Perry Johnson, have suspended their campaigns. This unexpected development is expected to have a substantial impact on the dynamics of the Republican primary race as it continues to evolve, with other candidates assessing their prospects in the increasingly competitive field.
Maine Shooting Rampage Suspect Found Dead, Ending Manhunt
Robert Card, the Maine mass shooting suspect (Deceased)
By Raheem Soto Robert Card, the suspect in the Lewiston shooting rampage in Maine, has been discovered dead, seemingly from a self-inflicted gunshot wound. This development marks the conclusion of a two-day manhunt that sent shockwaves through local communities. State Public Safety Commissioner Michael Sauschuck revealed the grim discovery, stating that Card's lifeless body was located near the Androscoggin River in Lisbon Falls. Card, who stood accused of a heinous crime that left 18 people dead and 13 others injured at a bowling alley and a restaurant in Lewiston, Maine, was found deceased, as detailed by Sauschuck during a news conference. Maine Governor Janet Mills expressed relief at the news, stating, "Now is a time to heal," during the press conference. She added, "Tonight the city of Lewiston and the state of Maine begin to move forward on a
long road to healing. We will heal together." Mills promptly informed President Biden and the state's congressional delegation of this development. The horrifying incident unfolded on Wednesday evening in Lewiston when Card initiated a shooting spree, first at Justin-Time Recreation and later at Schemengees Bar & Grille. Authorities swiftly responded to 911 calls from the shooting locations, arriving within minutes. In addition to the 18 fatalities, 13 individuals sustained injuries, according to the Maine governor's statement on Thursday. While the motive behind the massacre remained undisclosed as of Friday evening, investigators have been pursuing a significant theory regarding the selection of the bowling alley and the bar as targets. Sources within law enforcement circles disclosed that Card had recently ended a long-term relationship with a girlfriend. Investigators are
exploring the possibility that Card targeted these specific establishments because the couple previously frequented them. It is believed that the ex-girlfriend had registered for a tournament at the bar on Wednesday night, as indicated by the Facebook page for Schemengees Bar and Grill. Wednesday was designated as "Industry Night," drawing employees from various bars and restaurants in the Lewiston area. With the confirmation of Card's demise, a hunting restriction that had been imposed on four communities due to the manhunt has been lifted, according to Sauschuck. This decision comes just in time for the opening of Maine's rifle hunting season on Saturday. The news of Card's death has brought a sense of relief to the communities that were gripped by fear during the manhunt. However, the tragic events of Wednesday evening have left a scar on the collective consciousness of the region, as 18 innocent lives were abruptly cut short, and numerous families are left to grapple with the physical and emotional wounds inflicted by the rampage. As investigators work diligently to piece together the events leading up to the shooting and to understand the motivations behind this senseless act of violence, the community of Lewiston and the state of Maine are left with profound questions. What drove Robert Card to commit such a horrific act, targeting innocent people in places of leisure? Were there warning signs that went
Maine Governor and police officials provide an update Friday after Lewiston mass shooting suspect Robert Card was found dead.
unnoticed, or was this a sudden and inexplicable eruption of violence? The identity and stories of the victims are beginning to emerge, shedding light on the lives that were tragically lost. Among the victims, the range of ages is striking, with the youngest being a 14-year-old boy enjoying a night of bowling with his father. The 76-year-old man who lost his life serves as a somber reminder that tragedy knows no age boundaries. The coming days will undoubtedly see a focus on providing support and solace to the survivors and the families of the victims. The wounds inflicted on the community will take time to heal, and the process of grieving and recovery will be a long and arduous one. As the investigation into the motives behind the shooting continues, questions about gun control and mental health support are likely to resurface.
The tragedy in Lewiston serves as a stark reminder of the need for comprehensive and effective measures to prevent such incidents and address the underlying issues that contribute to acts of mass violence. While the manhunt for Robert Card has come to a close, the healing process for the community and the state is just beginning. The impact of this tragic event will be felt for years to come, as the memory of those who lost their lives is honored and the survivors work to rebuild their lives. In the face of unimaginable loss and sorrow, Lewiston and the state of Maine are coming together to support one another and find strength in their shared resilience. The road to recovery will be challenging, but the community is determined to move forward, united in their commitment to healing and remembering those who were lost on that fateful night in Lewiston.
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Does Phillips Pose a Threat to Biden in the Primary?
By Raheem Soto As international conflicts simmer and inflation rates rise, internal divisions within the Democratic Party have taken center stage. Representative Dean Phillips, a relatively new face in Congress at the age of 54, has made waves by announcing his intention to challenge President Joe Biden in the Democratic primary. This move has led to growing speculation about whether Phillips could pose a credible threat to Biden, who faces criticisms of his age and a string of gaffes that some argue point to cognitive decline. Phillips, a moderate within the party, has caused a stir by consistently calling on Biden, whose political views align broadly with his own, to step aside and allow another Democrat to lead the party's ticket in 2024. His insistence on the need for generational change has exposed the deepening divide within the Democratic Party at a time when the nation grapples with international tensions and soaring inflation. The Minnesota native has served on the Small Business and Foreign Affairs committees and held a leadership role as
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the co-chair of the Democratic Policy and Communications Committee in the House. However, in preparation for his presidential campaign, Phillips resigned from this role, citing fundamental disagreements with most of his caucus regarding the 2024 presidential race. Phillips is notably credited with sponsoring the Paycheck
Protection Program Flexibility Act, which became law in June 2020 during the height of the pandemic. His background includes attending Brown University and the University of Minnesota's Carlson School of Business. He hails from a Gold Star family, having lost his father, Artie Pfefer, in the Vietnam War when Phillips was
just six months old. His mother, DeeDee Cohen, later remarried to Eddie Phillips, a businessman recognized for pioneering the luxury vodka spirits category. Before entering politics, Dean Phillips held the positions of President and Chief Executive of Phillips Distilling, a familyowned distilling business. The company was subsequently sold
to French luxury conglomerate LVMH. He continued his entrepreneurial journey by cofounding Penny's Coffee, a chain of cafes in the Twin Cities, and by playing a role in the management of Talenti Gelato, a producer of gelato and sorbet that Unilever eventually acquired. Despite his relatively short tenure in Congress, Phillips has been seen as a rising star in the Democratic Party. His decision to challenge President Biden in the upcoming Democratic primary highlights the deepening internal divisions within the party. As the nation grapples with international conflicts and economic challenges like inflation, questions arise about whether Phillips could present a legitimate challenge to Biden, who faces ongoing concerns about his age and perceived cognitive decline. While Phillips' campaign is considered a long shot and has received limited public endorsements or notable support, it adds an intriguing dimension to the Democratic primary race, underscoring the ongoing debate within the party regarding generational change and the future direction of Democratic leadership.
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Protest or Prejudice? U.S. Rallies Face Scrutiny Over Anti-Jewish Sentiments
By Raheem Soto Recent pro-Palestinian protests across America and Europe have sparked a critical conversation about the line between advocating for humanitarian issues and condoning anti-Semitism. While many demonstrators call for the protection of innocent civilians in Gaza, a troubling undercurrent of these protests has been the overt anti-Semitic rhetoric, with some participants openly inciting violence against Jews and calling for the dismantling of the Jewish state of Israel. This dichotomy is at the heart of a growing concern: the distinction between those who support the rights and safety of Palestinians in a fraught geopolitical conflict and those who leverage the situation to propagate hate and racism. The latter group's open calls for the extinction of Jews stand in stark contrast to those seeking pragmatic solutions and policy positions to end the violence. Despite years of rising anti-Semitism, documented by media reports and expert congressional testimonies, there seems to be a conspicuous
New York City streets Pro-Palestine Rally
silence from many quarters regarding the recent public expressions of anti-Semitic sentiment. This silence is particularly noticeable on college campuses, which have been bastions of activism against microaggressions and have called for the establishment of "safe spaces" for various issues, ranging
from gender identity to racial equality. Nevertheless, these same campuses are now witnessing rallies where slogans such as "From the river to the sea," a phrase historically associated with the eradication of Israel, are chanted with impunity. This slogan and the ideology it represents have found their
voice in demonstrations across Western cities, sowing seeds of division and raising alarms among Jewish communities and their allies. The contradiction is stark: Institutions that have vocally opposed racism and discrimination now seem to grapple with upholding these principles in the face of anti-
Semitic rhetoric disguised as political protest. The challenge for these institutions is to navigate the complex interplay of free speech and the need to counteract hate speech, especially when such ideologies threaten the safety and wellbeing of students and the broader community. The growing anti-Semitic expressions within the context of pro-Palestinian activism are a disturbing trend that demands a firm and unequivocal response from all sectors of society. It is essential to uphold the right to protest and advocate for political causes while simultaneously rejecting hate speech and violence in all forms. As rallies continue and the global community seeks to address the Israeli-Palestinian conflict, the urgent task is to ensure that support for Palestinian rights does not devolve into anti-Semitic hate speech. Maintaining this balance is crucial to fostering constructive dialogue, promoting peace, and protecting the rights and safety of all communities.
"U.S. Naval Expansion in Eastern Mediterranean Highlights Response to Global Conflict Escalation" By Raheem Soto The global stage is beset with escalating conflicts, placing the U.S. in a complex geopolitical maelstrom. In Eastern Europe, the ongoing Ukraine-Russia standoff remains unresolved despite ongoing U.S. intervention efforts. Simultaneously, China's aggressive overtures toward Taiwan have prompted a U.S. reaction, including sanctions and a push for the withdrawal of American corporate interests from China. This strategic game of chess unfolds as China strategically distances its economy from U.S. influence, seeking to broaden its international reach. Adding to global instability, the Middle East crisis looms large, potentially dragging a swath of nations into a sprawling conflict, with some observers concerned that missteps by U.S. leadership could be nudging the world toward the brink of a
third world war. Amid these challenges, the U.S. has significantly increased its naval presence in the Eastern Mediterranean, a clear signal of its commitment to countering regional instability. This bolstered military stance features over 12,000 Navy and Marine Corps personnel distributed among an armada of 10 warships. The state-ofthe-art Gerald R. Ford aircraft carrier heads this strategic deployment, joined by five naval ships and a contingent of more than 1,600 military service members. The Dwight D. Eisenhower, another carrier of note, brings an additional 5,000 personnel to the region, while three support ships enhance the U.S.'s formidable maritime force. The objective of this increased military footprint is twofold: to buttress Israel's defense capabilities in its skirmishes with Hamas and to
prevent other regional actors from exploiting the turmoil to widen the conflict. Ensuring the safety of U.S. service members against the backdrop of rising tensions, especially with Iranian-backed militia aggression, remains a top priority. Incidents of hostility against U.S. forces have led to injuries
among personnel who have since returned to active duty. This has intensified domestic conversations regarding the strategic use of American military might abroad. In the U.S., discourse is heating up over the appropriate deployment of resources for such international operations. House Speaker Mike Johnson
(R-La.) has called for prudent handling of the substantial $100 billion supplementary defense budget, allocating $14 billion for Israel and $61 billion for Ukraine. Johnson emphasizes the importance of maintaining fiscal prudence in light of current global adversities, demanding a clearcut and focused U.S. strategy, particularly in relation to Ukraine. Despite concerns over expenditure, Johnson affirms a steadfast commitment to Israel, expressing a desire for U.S. involvement to remain predominantly in a support capacity, thereby avoiding the necessity of ground troop deployment. He insists on balancing global duties with domestic urgencies, advocating for a strategy that does not compromise national priorities in favor of international endeavors.
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SUFFOLK CLOSEUP BY KARL GROSSMAN With November having arrived and with it soon colder and colder weather, Maureen’s Haven Homeless Outreach becomes yet more important for this area. As the organization says on its website: “We offer supportive services, programs, and access to case management, and our guests can enjoy a meal, get clothes, and have access to basic needs at our Day Center year-round. We also provide a safe, warm, temporary shelter to homeless individuals, from November through April, utilizing volunteer houses of worship and congregation volunteers.” “The host facilities and supporting organizations provide much more than a place to sleep and a nutritious meal,” the description continues. “They provide support through embracing the values of human dignity, respect, service, compassion, teamwork, diversity and love.” Maureen’s Haven is named for a Catholic nun, Sister Maureen Michael, a public health nurse and Dominican nursing order member who several decades
ago tried to set up a homeless outreach program in Suffolk County. Maureen’s Haven began in 2002 as a “grassroots movement sparked by a former member of the Peconic Community Council. As an altruistic community member with a compassionate spirit, Kay Kidde refused to stand idle after witnessing homeless men and women sleeping in the woods by our local grain station. Ms. Kidde initially funded this initiative and set our program into motion.” The organization’s executive director, Dan O’Shea, said in an interview that Kidde, of Quiogue, “put the pieces together.” She passed away in 2020. The Kay Kidde Achievement Center of Maureen’s Haven, in Riverhead, offers “respite and a sense of community for our guests,” notes the website. This involves collaboration with “community partners and trusted healthcare and mental health providers to connect our guests with services they need to be successful.” At the center, “We help clients take tangible steps toward independent living by offering educational
VETERANS WAY BY REV. FREDERICK MILLER. PH.D. The term PTSD was created in 1980 as a new diagnosis. The American Psychiatric Association creates official diagnosis through its publication, the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual (DSM). The “D’ in PTSD is the word “Disorder”, which discourages veterans and those still in the military, and others like the first responders to seek care and help. Most are afraid to get medical help for the fear of being labeled with a permanent mental disorder. In 2011, there was a movement by Lt. Gen. Peter Chiarelli, then Deputy Chief of Staff of the U.S. Army asking the American Psychiatric Association to change the “D” to an “I” (Injury). The Canadians use the phrase Operational Stress Injury (OSI). They have far less veteran and military suicides. They also award those
suffering OSI from combat experiences a sacrifice medal that is similar to our Purple Heart. Unfortunately, changing the ‘D’ to an “I” might also change the treatment by a psychiatrist to a neurologist or other doctor. Thus, the psychiatrists were not willing to allow the change to the “I”. I did not realize that could be the problem until recently. However, a change still needs to be made so that the stigma is removed and those suffering will be able to seek help rather than committing suicide. Changing the “D’ from disorder to Disability, or Depression or some other term starting with a D would remove the stigma and make it easier to get the help they need. I have met with over 100 Veterans and was able to
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Maureen's Haven Homeless Outreach -- Led by Mastic Beach Native opportunities in subjects and skillsets that promote selfsufficiency and increase their desirability in the job market.” Maureen’s Haven’s “Emergency Winter Shelter Program” is a blessing for the homeless. “Every evening during the colder months, November lst through April 30th, homeless guests are safely screened and transported from our Riverhead location to host sites,” the website says. O’Shea explains that “we typically work with houses of worship” in arranging for the “host sites.” These are located in the south of Suffolk “from Mastic to Sag Harbor,” says O’Shea. And in the north of Suffolk, the “host sites” are in communities “from Greenport to Setauket.” O’Shea has been executive director of Maureen’s Haven for six years. A native of Mastic Beach, he is a graduate of William Floyd High School and Southampton College (where he and his wife, Jennifer, I proudly mention, were both my journalism students). They live in Rocky Point.
O’Shea worked as an admissions counselor at Southampton College after graduation in 1997, then studied for and received a master’s degree in human services at St. Joseph’s College in Patchogue, then took a job with March of Dimes, subsequently worked in public relations, and then happened upon an ad for the executive director’s position at Maureen’s Haven. His years at Maureen’s Haven, he says, have been “one of the most memorable experiences in my life professionally and personally.” Maureen’s Haven is supported by individuals and foundations— including, among others, Kidde Family Foundation, Kate W. Cassidy Foundation, Maloney Family Foundation, Long Island Community Foundation, Kenneth J. Tedaldi Foundation, Gentry Foundation, Leslie L. Alexander Foundation, Neuwirth Foundation, Capital One Foundation, The Corey Foundation, The Geri Bauer Foundation, Norman E. Alexander Foundation—and also more than 70 “supporting organizations” also listed on
its website. These include Housing America, Kiwanis of Greater Westhampton, Catholic Daughters of America, Mattituck Lions Club, Riverhead Rotary, Jewish Communal Fund, Riverhead Rotary, Southampton Bath & Tennis Club, Hampton Bays Lions Club, Hampton Bays Rotary Club, Mattituck Lions Club, North Fork ItalianAmerican Club, Westhampton Rotary Club, United Way of Long Island, Westhampton Woman’s Club, Esquire Bank and Riverhead Masons. It actively seeks volunteers for its winter shelter program including to aid with “set up, meal preparation, overnight supervision, fellowship with guests, providing a meal/ serving food,” and at the Kay Kidde Achievement Center to teach classes, tutor, “assist with life skills” and help with “job hunting.” Folks interested can mail a note to Maureen’s Haven at 28 Lincoln Street, Riverhead, NY 11901 or send an application available on Maureen’s Haven website, https://maureenshaven. org.
With Post Traumatic Stress Disorder, Change the Meaning of the “D”
prevent at least 11 of them from committing suicide. They all suffered moral injury. (I am an active member of the American Legion and serve on the county Legion as chair of
the PTS committee). Our weekly article “Ask Your Fellow Veteran”, is what gives the best connection with Veterans that need help. The biggest problem is that so many
of those veterans I meet refuse help because of the Disorder “D” stigma. My background is that I served as a medic in the emergency room and also in Air Sea Rescue in the Air Force for four years, then as the as the First Sergeant of the Medical Group from 1954 to 1963. In 1954, upon my discharge from the Air Force, I worked at Nassau Medical Center as Chief of Parasitology until 1975, and then transferred to Nassau BOCES until 1979. In 1980, I opened a ministry “True Light Educational Ministry” where my mission was to bring people back to the church. In 1995, I was ordained as a minister. In 2012, I became active in the American Legion, as chaplain and when informed about the many veterans committing suicide set up a program to help them recover.
Help is available to you by calling the local VA hospital in Northport, (631) 261-4400 or Veterans Crisis Line 1-800-273-8255. Press 1 to talk to a veteran or have a confidential chat at VeteransCrisisLine.net or text to 838255. If you have any questions relating to veteran problems please do not hesitate to contact us and we will do our best to answer it. Contact us at Drfred72@Gmail.com
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Kyle’s Sports Holds Fundraiser for Adaptive Sports
By Nick Cipolla Last weekend, Kyle’s Sports – an adaptive sports group for children with special needs – held their first fundraiser of the school year at William Floyd Middle School. The club was founded by Debbie Metz about 14 years ago and she has kept the club going as the kids come in every other Saturday to play adaptive sports and meet new friends. The event was attended by many parents, donors, club members, and local politicians Jim Mazzarella and Karen Dunne-Kesnig, who had taken some time out of their busy weekends before election day to make an appearance at the Fundraiser. “The event went well,” Metz told the South Shore Press, “Jim Mazzarella and Karen Dunne-Kesnig were there and took pictures with everyone. The event was to help us secure the proper equipment for Kyle’s Sports. Mastic Sports Club has to purchase all of the adaptive sports equipment and the donations/fundraisers help us purchase equipment.” Metz created the club alongside Kyle Meier, a Mastic Beach resident who was born with multiple physical disabilities which have impacted his ability to grow at a typical rate. Despite his disabilities and the numerous surgeries he underwent, Kyle was determined to compete in organized
sports. Some of the early videos of the club’s meetings can be found on Metz's personal YouTube account that have videos that date back to 2008. Metz was also able to help build an adaptive playground across the street from the William Floyd Middle School that opened on August 12th, 2012. She also has told the South Shore Press that there will be a second adaptive playground that will be built by William Floyd Elementary and Hobart Elementary so all kids can enjoy the playground. With all the support she has received from the community, parents, and local politicians in the past Metz now hopes to partner up with the William Floyd School District in the near future in order to secure Adaptive Bikes at the schools so the kids can have easier access to them during the bimonthly meetups at the middle school. “We (Kyle’s Sports) want to partner w/the district to get the AMBUCS Adaptive Bikes that are custom made for the kids based on their disability.” Metz said, “The district has supported us for 14 years and we want to make each school have these specific bikes for these kids.” Kyle’s Sports will hold their next meeting on November 4th at William Floyd Middle School and their next fundraiser or special event will take place on December 16th as they host their annual Christmas Party.
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Caden Lesiewicz Nominated for Multiple Awards about his nomination for the awards. “Athletic success, academic excellence and commitment to improving the Long Island community.” The senior football star has been described as an All-County and AllState kicker for the William Floyd varsity football team.
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Caden Lesiewicz kicking earlier in the year
By Nick Cipolla William Floyd’s star kicker/ safety Caden Lesiewicz has received yet another accolade to his already impressive career resume as he was nominated for the “Heart of a Giant” award. The award highlights Tri-State high school football athletes who demonstrate a relentless work ethic and unmatched love for the game. Finalists for the award will receive a $1,000 equipment grant for their high school football programs with the grand prize winner having the USA Football Heart of a Giant trophy presented on the field during a New York Giants’ home game this December and an additional $9,000 equipment grant for their high school football program. The award
is given out by the partnership of the New York Giants and the Hospital for Special Surgery. The accolade isn’t the only one the Cornell University Commit was nominated for this past week. According to a press release by the William Floyd School District, Lesiewicz was also nominated for the Section XI Scholar-Athlete Scholarship presented by Island Federal Credit Union for his outstanding efforts both in the classroom and in his community. Lesiewicz was nominated for the award by athletic director Brian Babst and his football coach Paul Longo. “Lesiewicz embodies the three requirements needed to win the scholarship,” read the press release
“In addition to working with his local youth football teams in his community, Caden helped collect sports equipment that was donated to Haiti to help school programs in need,” read the press release. “When he’s not splitting the uprights, Caden is owning an impressive grade point average in the classroom.” Lesiewicz will be wrapping up his historic career on the gridiron this November; he is a stand-out at multiple positions including kicker, punter, safety and running back. He won the Tom Cassese Award which is given to the best defensive back in Suffolk County. He also won the inaugural best kicker in the county award as a junior and also set a school record with a 52-yard field goal this season. In his senior season, he has gained 331 all purpose yards while averaging a ridiculous 8.7 yards per carry as a running back, 27 tackles and 6 interceptions on defense, and has scored 70 total points combined between field goals, extra points, and touchdowns.
Floyd Football Wins Division 1 and Big 4 Championship, Finishing Regular Season 7-1 By Nick Cipolla The tradition of William Floyd High School dominance continues as the Colonials will finish the year at 7-1 following a 14-9 victory over the Commack Cougars over the weekend. The Colonials victory also secured the Suffolk County Division 1 and Big 4 Championships, slightly edging out Sachem North and Ward Melvile who both finished the regular season at 6-2. Along with winning the two regular season titles, this gives the Colonials the top seed in the upcoming Division 1 Playoffs and guarantees them home field advantage before the games move to an alternate and neutral site for the County and Long Island Championships. The star of the game for the Colonials was Jason Pratt who had rushed for 155 yards and a
touchdown on 26 carries for Floyd on the road against the Cougars. Quarterback AJ Cannet had a solid day as he threw for 177 yards and connected with Josh Jordan for a 52-yard touchdown pass in this contest. Jordan also had himself a day as he caught three passes for 79 yards. Defensively, the Colonials were able to keep the potent Commack offense out of the end zone as the only Cougar points scored were on field goals by Ryan Wald in the first three quarters of the game. Javon Delaney was the star for the Colonials on defense as he finished with seven tackles (two for a loss) and had an interception in the fourth quarter. The top seeded Colonials will be back in action on November 4th as they will take on the low seeded Sachem East Flaming Arrows in the first round of the Division 1 playoff.
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Stony Brook Men’s Cross Country Brings Home Second Consecutive CAA Championship
By Nick Cipolla Since 2016, Stony Brook Men's Cross Country has been arguably the best team the university has had to offer as they claimed their second consecutive Coastal Athletic Association title this past Friday in Mechanicsville, Virginia They have won five conference titles in the last eight years that dates back to their days in the America East which came to an abrupt end in the middle of the 2021-22 competition year when the University had reached an agreement to move all their sports to the CAA to match up with their football program that already was a member of the conference. The Seawolves were dominant as they had six of their scoring seven place in the top 15, good enough to make All-Conference, and take home the team title with 36 points, besting second place Northeastern University by 13
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The Stony Brook Men's Cross Country Team
points. Graduate Students Evan Brennan and Carlos Santos were key pieces to the team's victory as they finished in the top seven and secured first team All-CAA honors in what will be their final conference meet “I thought the guys were fantastic today. They handled the pressure of being defending champions and the very warm conditions like professionals,” Head coach and
former Olympic Marathoner Andy Ronan said in a press release following the team’s victory. “While not all of them had their best run, they competed for each other. I'm so very proud of all 12 guys that tied the line this morning. In my time at Stony Brook we've been through every possible situation on and off the course. We've been on both ends of the stick winning and losing, but seeing a talented young group of guys just show up, face adversity, running for
each other is huge. After all the hard work we put in the summer, you're working for moments like these.” The Seawolves will have some time to enjoy their victory, but their focus will now shift towards the biggest race of the year as they will venture out to the historic Van Cortlandt Park in Riverdale to compete in the NCAA Division I Regional Championship with a chance to make the NCAA
Championships as a team, a feat that has surprisingly eluded the team despite all the success in recent years. The men's team is currently ranked fourth in the region according to USTFCCCA and if they find a way to knock off one of the top three teams in the region, they will have a shot at making it all the way to the NCAA Cross Country Championships in Panorama Farms in Charlottesville, Virginia.
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East Side Pride Smithtown East Blanks Newfield in Homecoming Game
Photo Credit: Smithtown Central School District
Jake Fields
By Nick Cipolla In the final week of the regular season for Long Island High School Football, the Smithtown East Bulls would welcome Newfield High School to the newly refurbished turf field for their long awaited homecoming game. The funny thing about the homecoming event was that it was likely the only Saturday homecoming that was in full function as this was the first Saturday in nearly two months that it hasn’t rained on Long Island. The festivities included a halftime show done by the high school kickline team alongside the cheerleaders, homecoming king and queen being crowned, and the honoring of the seniors who would be playing in their final high school game. The Bulls began the game with a methodical offensive drive that took up the majority of the first quarter. The opening drive saw star running back Lucas Santangelo control the pace for the Bulls as he would help the offense reach the red zone before being able to find the end zone on a 5-yard touchdown run to give his team the early 7-0 lead. After the opening touchdown, the East Siders got a bit tricky as they would pull off the surprise onside kick to regain possession. This gave the Bulls prime offense field position and they would look to go up two scores before the end of the first quarter and limit the time Newfield would be on offense. Lucas Santangelo heard his number called again with another tough goal to go touchdown run to put the Bulls up 14 before Newfield even got a chance to possess the ball in the first quarter. Newfield would finally get the ball with under two minutes in the first
quarter but they wouldn’t be able to do much with the ball as the Bulls defense was dominant in this one. Charlie Higgins had two interceptions in this one while Ryan Diffley added 15 total tackles. The score would remain 14-0 at halftime and the next score wouldn’t happen until the third quarter when Smithtown East quarterback Jake Fields wanted to get in on the action. Fields would break off a 75-yard touchdown run to up the score to 210, making it seem like it would be a certainty that the Bulls would walk off the field victorious. The Bulls defense capped off the homecoming game in the fourth quarter as they looked to keep the shutout bid alive and send the home crowd home happy as Cole Milani would make the score 28-0 on a 35-yard interception return for a touchdown. Statistically for the Bulls, Lucas Santangelo had a monster day. The star running back had 19 carries for 108 yards and two touchdowns to lead the Bulls offense. Quarterback Jake Fields also had a solid day as he completed 7 of 12 passes for 83 yards in addition to his 75-yard touchdown run in the third quarter. The homecoming game marked the end of another Smithtown East Varsity Football season as the Bulls unfortunately missed out on a playoff spot as Deer Park finished one game ahead of the Bulls and Centereach finished tied in the standings but hold the head to head advantage over the East Siders, claiming the final postseason spots in Division II. The Bulls finish the season at 3-5 overall and the program ended their season on a high note as they hope to bounce back in 2024.
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Focus On The Coaches
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BY TOM BARTON
The 2023-2024 College Basketball season is about to tip off and for the local schools there are some big expectations. Those expectations are warranted and have permeated throughout the country with the focus on the areas premiere coaches. The main national focus will clearly be on Rick Pitino and St. John's. Pitino left much larger college programs to move to Iona and he had the same sort of successes with a smaller school as he did a large one. Pitino brought the Gaels to 2 NCAA tournaments in 3 seasons, which is an accomplishment in itself, but he also brought his style to the team immediately. Pitino now takes over a Storm team who will look completely different. There will be 10 new faces as they try to get to the tournament for the first time since 2019. In that year they
were one of the last 4 in, and lost their only game. The last time St. John's made it to the second weekend was 1999 and that seems to be the goal here for the Johnnies. It's a tough Big East this year, but there is substantial hope for the fans. While Pitino will ganer all the attention Speedy Claxton is the coach we all should be watching at Hofstra. Claxton has ushered in a new era and that era has shown consistency and winning. He's led Hofstra to two straight 20 win seasons in his two years at the helm and now wants to take that step to get to their first tournament since 2001. They were close last year, but close doesn't get you to the dance. This season guard Tyler Thomas, and his 17 points per game average, should put them in the same winning position again.
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Hall of Famer Rick Pitino, St. John’s Head Men’s Basketball Coach
Finally, there is Stony Brook. A program that has had it's share of success, but has been down recently. The Seawolves had a very disappointing year last year finishing just 11-22 and only getting 6 wins in
conference. While they did lose their second leading scorer, they return Tyler StephensonMoore who led the team in points per game and will have a starting 4 all of whom averaged 10 points or more. Last season
was viewed as a rebuilding year and then the injury bug also hit this team hard. There are still problems with the Wolves, but they should be better than they showed as they grow up here this season.
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Calling for Help – Does the USCG Hear You**?
ON THE SEA BY VINCENT PICA, COMMODORE
First District, Southern Region (D1SR) United States Coast Guard Auxiliary
Transponder (Radar-SART) – The radar-SART may be water activated or manually activated, depending on the model. Once activated, the radar-SART listens for a 9 GHz X-Band radar signal and, when one is detected, transmits a response that is displayed by the triggering radar as a line of 12 dots equally spaced by about 0.64 nautical mile (1,185 km) from the center of the radar display. The detection range is limited to the radar line of sight, typically 12-15 miles. The radarSART is not designed as a distress-alerting device, but does assist the locating those in distress.
Back on September 28, 2022, the USCG Office of Investigations & Analysis (CGINV) released Marine Safety Advisory 01-22 titled, “Maritime Distress Communication Devices," which is available on their Safety Alert internet site. In it, they detail what devices the USCG is listening to in real time, and which they are not. This column is about that. Maritime Distress Communication Devices Marine Safety Advisory 01-22
Over the past decade, maritime distress communication devices have proliferated in the marketplace. Some devices transmit via satellite, while others transmit on terrestrial frequencies, and these devices use different technologies to relay the distress notice. Of note, not all devices notify the U. S. Coast Guard directly. The following devices NOTIFY the U.S. Coast Guard: • Digital Selective Calling (DSC) – DSC is an internationally recognized radio system protocol to facilitate establishing digital and voice communications between other maritime and terrestrial-based radio stations on the same network. A radio equipped with DSC can generate a distress alert with vessel ID and position data, and an alert is relayed by other DSC-capable radios. Typical “store-bought” Very High Frequency (VHF) radios come with a DSC “button” that, when linked to your GPS, transmit your location and your Maritime Mobile Service Identity (MMSI# - a unique 9 digit number that is assigned to a DSC radio or an AIS unit) to the USCG and all DSC equipped vessels in the area. In addition to the NAVCEN web link below, you can get one – at your favorite price (free!) – from BoatUS. ht t ps://w w w.b oat u s .c om / MMSI/MMSI/ObtainMMSI#! In all cases, the user must register* their Maritime Mobile Service Identity (MMSI) to link the radio to the vessel. Information to register MMSI can be found at https://www. navcen.uscg.gov/maritimemobile-service-identity. *Failure to do so may delay rescue. • Very High Frequency (VHF) Radio – The VHF maritime radio operates in the maritime very high frequency band of 156 to 162 MHz (channel 01A to channel 88) and provides digital and voice communications within the radio line of sight range (approximately 5-20 miles depending on the
antenna height above water). A radio equipped with DSC can use channel 70 (156.525 MHz) for reporting a distress or to contact other stations by entering their MMSI and then switching to a voice channel for further communications.
Rescue Coordination Center worldwide. Newer PLBs also provide an AIS-SART locating signal as well as GNSS position data. Similar to EPIRBs, PLB distress alerts are routed directly to a Rescue Coordination Center based on the beacon location.
The U.S. Coast Guard monitors channels 16 (voice) and 70 (DSC).
• Maritime Survivor Locating Device (MSLD) – The MSLD, also called a Man OverBoard (MOB) device, is a personal device intended for use by persons at risk of falling into the water such as mariners and workers on marine installations or docks, or by divers returning to the surface out of sight of their dive boats. The Federal Communications Commission (FCC) requires that a MSLD transmit on at least one of the following frequencies:
• Electronic Position Indicating Radio Beacon (EPIRB) – The EPIRB is an emergency alerting device operating in the dedicated 406.0 – 406.1 MHz distress band monitored by the International Cospas-Sarsat Programme. It may be water-activated or manually activated, depending on the model. Orbiting satellites detect and relay the signals to ground operating stations, which can locate the source and relay the coordinates and associated registration information to the appropriate internationally recognized Rescue Coordination Center worldwide. Newer EPIRBs also include encoded Global Navigation Satellite System (GNSS) position data and an Automatic Identification System Search and Rescue Transmitter (AISSART) locating signal. EPIRB distress alerts from U.S. coded beacons, as well as any EPIRB alert located in a U.S. SAR Region, are routed directly to a U.S. Coast Guard Rescue Coordination Center. • Personal Locator Beacon (PLB) – The PLB is a manually activated emergency alerting device operating in the dedicated 406.0 – 406.1 MHz distress band monitored by the International Cospas-Sarsat Programme. Orbiting satellites detect and relay the signals to ground operating stations, which can locate the source and relay the coordinates and associated registration information to the appropriate
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or include a function intended to send a distress message directly to the U.S. Coast Guard or any other search and rescue organization. MSLDs transmit on frequencies that are received on a device monitored by personnel at the MSLD-wearer’s vessel or facility. The devices typically provide only line of sight (5-15 miles) communications and the functionality varies by the device model and the operating frequencies used. Note, MSLDs may NOT notify a search and rescue authority, such as the U.S. Coast Guard, depending on the device capabilities and operating location. The following devices DO NOT NOTIFY the U.S. Coast Guard:
• Satellite Emergency Notification Device (SEND) – A SEND is a portable emergency notification and locating device, which uses commercial satellite systems. The devices use an internal Global Navigation Satellite System (GNSS) chip to gather location information. When the SEND is triggered, this information is sent via commercial satellite to a commercial monitoring agency whose role is to relay the information to an appropriate responding agency based on the device’s reported location. Examples of responding agencies could be local search and rescue authorities, local police, or voluntary search and rescue. At present, no SEND operators have established formal arrangements or procedures with the U.S. Coast Guard for receiving SEND reports. A subscription service is required for a SEND and the service area coverage depends on the satellite service provider and may not provide worldwide coverage. Examples of SENDs are the Garmin inReach and the Globalstar SPOT. • Automatic Identification System Search and Rescue Transmitter (AIS-SART) – The AIS-SART is a SAR transmitter used for locating survival craft. It may be used in lieu of the radar SART. It transmits messages from the survival craft received and displayed on AIS installations (SOLAS regulated ships are required to carry AIS installations). The position and time synchronization for the class A position report is derived from a built in Global Navigation Satellite System (GNSS) receiver (e.g., global positioning system (GPS)) and updated at a rate of once a minute. • Radar Search and Rescue
Lastly, the following recommendations are made to all owners and operators of recreational or commercial vessels: • Life jackets
Always wear a Coast Guardapproved life jacket while underway. People rarely have time to locate and don a life jacket during an actual emergency. Make sure your life jacket fits properly. People can slip out of ill-fitting life jackets when they hit the water, which immediately decreases their chances of survival. • Communication Devices
Locator beacons can help us find you faster. Attaching a functional EPIRB to your vessel, or a PLB to your life jacket, and knowing how to use them can help rescuers locate you in an emergency. Use a marine VHF radio. A cell phone may go out of range or run out of battery power when you need it the most. Make sure you familiarize yourself with how to use and properly maintain your radio. Have more than one way to communicate. It is important to have more than one communication device on your vessel. We recommend having a properly working marine VHF radio, a well-charged cell phone in a waterproof case, and a properly registered EPIRB, PLB, or both. So, there you have it! BTW, if you are interested in being part of USCG Forces, email me at JoinUSCGAux@aol.com or go directly to the US Coast Guard Auxiliary “Flotilla Finder” at http://www.cgaux.org/units. php and we will help you “get in this thing...” ** many sections are reprinted directly from the 01-22 Advisory, courtesy of the USCG
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The Duties of an Administrator/Executor
My loved one passed away and someone needs to clean out her home, who is in charge of that?
Losing someone you care for is incredibly difficult. Going through their belongings can be one of the most difficult tasks to be accomplished after their death. Assuming this individual lived alone and rented the home or is the sole owner, this job officially belongs to a court-appointed executor or administrator. The difference between the two designations is that the executor is a person who was nominated in the deceased person’s last will and testament while the administrator is named by the court based on an order of priority in cases where there is no last will and testament. The responsibilities of an executor are set forth by the last will and testament. However, in most cases, usually appointed in cases where there is no last will
and testament, they will have the rights as set forth by the statute. Once the court appoints someone to represent the estate, it is that person’s job to collect the assets of the deceased person. Estate property will be protected and preserved by the appointed person until such time as the estate is ready to be distributed to the rightful beneficiaries. This will include cleaning out the home and, especially in the case of a home that the deceased person owned, making sure it is maintained until such time it can be turned over to the beneficiaries or sold. If there was a last will and testament and that document gives certain items to certain persons, those items should be held aside for that purpose. If the document does not state who receives the tangible personal property, it should be distributed
records be kept for seven years, either in hard copy or electronically. Executors and administrators are tasked with this responsibility of sorting through and cleaning out the residence. It can be an emotional and arduous task. Knowing the rules associated can lighten the burden. Nominated executors and those looking to become administrator should contact their attorney to ensure they are in properly handling the estate.
as part of the residuary estate. That may mean that some of the items be sold and the proceeds be distributed. The home often contains financial records and other
important papers. The birth certificate, social security card, marriage license, and divorce decree should be kept indefinitely. It is recommended that income tax returns, bank statements and other financial
Nancy Burner, Esq. and Britt Burner, Esq. are attorneys at Burner Prudenti Law, P.C. focusing their practice areas on Estate Planning, Elder Law and Trusts and Estates. Burner Prudenti Law, P.C. serves clients from New York City to the east end of Long Island with offices located in East Setauket, Westhampton Beach, Manhattan and East Hampton.
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LEGAL NOTICES • LEGAL NOTICES • LEGAL NOTICES NOTICE OF SALE SUPREME COURT: SUFFOLK COUNTY. WINDWARD BORA LLC, Pltf. vs. DEBBIE MARTY, et al, Defts. Index #616952/2019. Pursuant to judgment of foreclosure and sale entered March 10, 2023, I will sell at public auction at Brookhaven Town Hall, One Independence Hill, Farmingville, NY on November 15, 2023 at 11:00 a.m. premises k/a 67 Ohio Avenue, Medford, NY 11763 a/k/a District 0200, Section 734.00, Block 03.00, Lot 012.000. Said property commencing at the southwesterly corner thereof on the easterly side of Ohio Avenue, distant 242 ft. northerly from the intersection of the northerly side of Robinson Avenue with the easterly side of Ohio Avenue, being a plot 50 ft. x 100 ft. Approximate amount of judgment is $93,474.04 plus costs and interest. Sold subject to terms and conditions of filed judgment and terms of sale. ANNETTE EADERESTO, Referee. MARGOLIN, WEINREB & NIERER, LLP, Attys. for Pltf., 165 Eileen Way, Ste. 101, Syosset, NY 11791. #100761 L15505 – 10/11/2023, 10/18/2023, 10/25/2023 & 11/1/2023 NOTICE OF SALE SUPREME COURT: SUFFOLK COUNTY. PENTAGON FEDERAL CREDIT UNION, SUCCESSOR BY MERGER TO SPERRY ASSOCIATES FEDERAL CREDIT UNION, Pltf. vs. MELISSA & NEIL COMPANY, L.L.C., et al, Defts. Index #601836/2022. Pursuant to an amended judgment of foreclosure and sale entered July 14, 2023, I will sell at public auction on the steps of the Brookhaven Town Hall, 1 Independence Hill, Farmingville, NY on November 9, 2023 at 9:00 a.m., prem. k/a 125 Mark Tree Road, Centereach, NY a/k/a District 0200, Section 487, Block 01.00, Lot 030.001. Said property beginning at a point on the westerly side of Mark Tree, said point being distant 1098.78 ft. northerly from the end of a curve connecting the northerly side of Market
Street with the westerly side of Mark Tree Road; Running thence along the northerly side of land now or formerly of F & P Realty Co., Inc., NW, 125.12 feet; Thence along the easterly side of land shown on map of Dawn Estates, Map No. 1945, NE, 165.56 feet (Actual) 170.00 feet (Deed); Thence along the southerly side of land now or formerly of Kwik Check Realty Co., SE, 125.12 feet; Thence along the westerly side of Mark Tree Road, SW, 165.56 feet (Actual) 170.00 feet ( Deed) to the point or place of beginning. Approx. amt. of judgment is $893,421.34 plus costs and interest. Sold subject to terms and conditions of filed judgment and terms of sale. PATRICIA M. BLAKE, Referee. JASPAN SCHLESINGER NARENDRAN, LLP, Attys. for Pltf., File No.- #100729 L15520 – 10/11/2023, 10/18/2023, 10/25/2023 & 11/1/2023 Notice of formation of DOUBLE BARREL BBQ LI, LLC, a limited liability company. Articles of Organization filed with the Secretary of State of the State of New York (SSNY) on 09/20/2023. Office located in Suffolk County. SSNY has been designated for service of process. SSNY shall mail a copy of any process served against the LLC to THE LIMITED LIABILITY COMPANY, 5 TURNPIKE BLVD, MIDDLE ISLAND, NY 11953. Purpose: any lawful purpose. L15546 – 10/4/2023, 10/11/2023, 10/18/2023, 10/25/2023, 11/1/2023 & 11/8/2023 REFEREE'S NOTICE OF SALE IN FORECLOSURE SUPREME COURT COUNTY OF SUFFOLK HSBC BANK USA, NATIONAL ASSOCIATION, AS TRUSTEE FOR THE HOLDERS OF THE DEUTSCHE ALT-A SECURITIES, INC. MORTGAGE LOAN TRUST, MORTGAGE PASS-THROUGH CERTIFICATE SERIES 2007-OA4, Plaintiff - against - ROSEMARY IMBESI, et al Defendant(s). Pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered
on February 1, 2019. I, the undersigned Referee will sell at public auction at the Brookhaven Town Hall, 1 Independence Hill, Farmingville, NY 11738 on the 14th day of November, 2023 at 10:30 AM. All that certain plot, piece or parcel of land, with the buildings and improvements thereon erected, situate, lying and being in the Incorporated Village of Patchogue, Town of Brookhaven, County of Suffolk. Premises known as 240 North Ocean Avenue, Patchogue, New York 11772. (District: 0204, Section: 005.00, Block: 04.00, Lot: 029.000) Approximate amount of lien $707,151.36 plus interest and costs. Premises will be sold subject to provisions of filed judgment and terms of sale. Index No. 607523/2016. Daniel J. Murphy, Esq., Referee. McCalla Raymer Leibert Pierce, LLC Attorney(s) for Plaintiff 420 Lexington Avenue, Suite 840 New York, NY 10170 Tel. 347/286-7409 For sale information, please visit Auction.com at www. Auction.com or call (800) 280-2832 Dated: September 11, 2023 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. L15550 – 10/11/2023, 10/18/2023, 10/25/2023 & 11/1/2023 SUPREME COURT OF THE STATE OF NEW YORK - COUNTY OF SUFFOLK JAMES B. NUTTER & COMPANY,
V. VINCENT CELLI AS HEIR AND DISTRIBUTEE OF THE ESTATE OF RAPHAEL CELLI, ET. AL. NOTICE OF SALE NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN pursuant to a Final Judgment of Foreclosure dated July 28, 2023, and entered in the Office of the Clerk of the County of Suffolk, wherein JAMES B. NUTTER & COMPANY is the Plaintiff and VINCENT CELLI AS HEIR AND DISTRIBUTEE OF THE ESTATE OF RAPHAEL CELLI, ET AL. are the Defendant(s). I, the undersigned Referee will sell at public auction at the BROOKHAVEN TOWN HALL, 1 INDEPENDENCE HILL, FARMINGVILLE, NY 11738, on November 9, 2023 at 12:30PM, premises known as 3 STAR COURT EAST, PATCHOGUE, NY 11772: District 0200, Section 898.00, Block 02.00, Lot 093.000:
SUPREME COURT COUNTY OF SUFFOLK, U.S. BANK NATIONAL ASSOCIATION, AS INDENTURE TRUSTEE, FOR THE CIM TRUST 2016-FRE1, MORTGAGEBACKED NOTES, SERIES 2016-FRE1, Plaintiff, vs. SEAN P. FORD, ET AL., Defendant(s). Pursuant to an Order Confirming Referee Report and Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale duly entered on August 25, 2023, I, the undersigned Referee will sell at public auction at the Brookhaven Town Hall, 1 Independence Hill, Farmingville, NY 11738 on November 29, 2023 at 12:30 p.m., premises known as 59 Silver Street, Patchogue, NY 11772. All that certain plot, piece or parcel of land, with the buildings and improvements thereon erected, situate, lying and being at Patchogue, Town of Brookhaven, County of Suffolk and State of New York, District 0200, Section 975.40, Block 06.00 and Lot 024.000. Approximate amount of judgment is $401,039.29 plus interest and costs. Premises will be sold subject to provisions of filed Judgment Index # 619427/2018. COVID-19 safety protocols will be followed at the foreclosure sale.
ALL THAT CERTAIN PLOT, PIECE OR PARCEL OF LAND, WITH THE BUILDINGS AND IMPROVEMENTS THEREON ERECTED, SITUATE, LYING AND BEING IN THE TOWN OF BROOKHAVEN, COUNTY OF SUFFOLK AND STATE OF NEW YOUR John William Doyle, Esq., Referee Premises will be sold subject to provisions of Eckert Seamans Cherin filed Judgment Index # & Mellott, LLC, 10 Bank 069343/2014. Michael Street, Suite 700, White Clancy, Esq. - Referee. Plains, New York 10606, Robertson, Anschutz, Attorneys for Plaintiff Schneid, Crane & Partners, PLLC 900 Merchants L15559 10/25/2023, Concourse, Suite 310, 11/1/2023, 11/8/2023 & Westbury, New York 11590, 11/15/2023 Attorneys for Plaintiff. All foreclosure sales Supplemental Summons will be conducted in and Notice of Object of accordance with Covid-19 Action SUPREME COURT guidelines including, OF THE STATE OF but not limited to, social NEW YORK COUNTY distancing and mask OF SUFFOLK Action wearing. *LOCATION to Foreclose a Mortgage OF SALE SUBJECT INDEX #: 201179/2022 TO CHANGE DAY OF FREEDOM MORTGAGE IN ACCORDANCE CORPORATION Plaintiff, WITH COURT/CLERK vs KENNETH W BLOOM, DIRECTIVES. CLERK OF THE SUFFOLK COUNTY TRAFFIC & L15551 – 10/11/2023, PARKING VIOLATIONS 10/18/2023, 10/25/2023, AGENCY, SUNRISE 11/1/2023 FEDERAL SAVINGS AND LOAN ASSOCIATION, NOTICE OF SALE A SAVINGS AND
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LOAN ASSOCIATION, M O R T G A G E E L E C T R O N I C REGISTRATION SYSTEMS, INC. MERS ACTING SOLELY AS A NOMINEE FOR CORRIDOR MORTGAGE GROUP, INC., UNKNOWN HEIRS OF STEVEN R. BLOOM IF LIVING, AND IF HE/SHE BE DEAD, ANY AND ALL PERSONS UNKNOWN TO PLAINTIFF, CLAIMING, OR WHO MAY CLAIM TO HAVE AN INTEREST IN, OR GENERAL OR SPECIFIC LIEN UPON THE REAL PROPERTY DESCRIBED IN THIS ACTION; SUCH UNKNOWN PERSONS BEING HEREIN GENERALLY DESCRIBED AND INTENDED TO BE INCLUDED IN WIFE, WIDOW, HUSBAND, WIDOWER, HEIRS AT LAW, NEXT OF KIN, DESCENDANTS, E X E C U T O R S , ADMINISTRATORS, DEVISEES, LEGATEES, CREDITORS, TRUSTEES, COMMITTEES, LIENORS, AND ASSIGNEES OF SUCH DECEASED, ANY AND ALL PERSONS DERIVING INTEREST IN OR LIEN UPON, OR TITLE TO SAID REAL PROPERTY BY, THROUGH OR UNDER THEM, OR EITHER OF THEM, AND THEIR RESPECTIVE WIVES, WIDOWS, HUSBANDS, WIDOWERS, HEIRS AT LAW, NEXT OF KIN, DESCENDANTS, E X E C U T O R S , ADMINISTRATORS, DEVISEES, LEGATEES, CREDITORS, TRUSTEES, COMMITTEES, LIENORS, AND ASSIGNS, ALL OF WHOM AND WHOSE NAMES, EXCEPT AS STATED, ARE UNKNOWN TO PLAINTIFF, PEOPLE OF THE STATE OF NEW YORK, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA ON BEHALF OF THE IRS JOHN DOE (Those unknown tenants, occupants, persons or corporations or their heirs, distributees, executors, administrators, trustees, guardians, assignees, creditors or successors claiming an interest in the mortgaged premises.) Defendant(s). MORTGAGED PREMISES: 339 Barton Avenue East Patchogue, NY 11772 AKA 339 Barton Avenue,
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LEGAL NOTICES • LEGAL NOTICES • LEGAL NOTICES East Patchogue, NY 11772 To the Above named Defendant: 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 Supplemental Summons, to serve a notice of appearance, on the Plaintiff(s) attorney(s) within twenty days after the service of this Supplemental Summons, exclusive of the day of service (or within 30 days after the service is complete if this Supplemental Summons is not personally delivered to you within the State of New York). In case of your failure to appear or answer, judgment will be taken against you by default for the relief demanded in the Complaint. The Attorney for Plaintiff has an office for business in the County of Erie. Trial to be held in the County of Suffolk. The basis of the venue designated above is the location of the Mortgaged Premises. TO UNKNOWN HEIRS OF STEVEN R. BLOOM Defendant In this Action. The foregoing Supplemental Summons is served upon you by publication, pursuant to an order of HON. Susan Betsy Heckman Torres of the Supreme Court Of The State Of New York, dated the Fourth day of October, 2023 and filed with the Complaint in the Office of the Clerk of the County of Suffolk, in the City of Riverhead. The object of this action is to foreclose a mortgage upon the premises described below, executed by Kenneth W Bloom dated the April 26, 2019, to secure the sum of $299,246.00 and recorded at Book M00023028, Page 125 in the Office of the Suffolk County Clerk, on the May 15, 2019. The mortgage was subsequently assigned by an assignment executed January 8, 2020 and recorded on February 24, 2020, in the Office of the Suffolk County Clerk at Book M00023108, Page 705. The mortgage was subsequently assigned by an assignment executed August 19, 2021 and recorded on September 17, 2021, in the Office of the Suffolk County Clerk at Book M00023326, Page 526; The property in question is described as follows: 339 Barton Avenue, East Patchogue, NY 11772 AKA 339 Barton Avenue, East Patchogue, NY 11772
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: October 12, 2023 Gross Polowy LLC Attorney(s) For Plaintiff(s) 1775 Wehrle Drive, Suite 100 Williamsville, NY 14221 The law firm of Gross Polowy, LLC and the attorneys whom it employs are debt collectors who are attempting to collect a debt. Any information obtained by them will be used for that purpose. 78268 L15562 – 10/25/2023, 11/1/2023, 11/8/2023 & 11/15/2023 Supplemental Summons and Notice of Object of Action Supreme Court Of The State Of New York County Of Suffolk Action to Foreclose a Mortgage Index #: 607939/2023 Mortgage Assets Management, LLC Plaintiff, vs Public Administrator Of Suffolk County, As Administrator Of The Estate Of Lisa Winters, Amber Eleanor Cabot AKA Amber Cabot As Heir To The Estate Of Lisa Winters If Living, And If He/She Be Dead, Any And All Persons Unknown To Plaintiff, Claiming, Or Who May Claim To Have An Interest In, Or General Or Specific Lien Upon The Real Property Described In This Action; Such Unknown Persons Being Herein Generally Described And Intended To Be Included In Wife, Widow, Husband, Widower, Heirs At Law, Next Of Kin, Descendants, Executors, Administrators, Devisees, Legatees,
Creditors, Trustees, Committees, Lienors, And Assignees Of Such Deceased, Any And All Persons Deriving Interest In Or Lien Upon, Or Title To Said Real Property By, Through Or Under Them, Or Either Of Them, And Their Respective Wives, Widows, Husbands, Widowers, Heirs At Law, Next Of Kin, Descendants, Executors, Administrators, Devisees, Legatees, Creditors, Trustees, Committees, Lienors, And Assigns, All Of Whom And Whose Names, Except As Stated, Are Unknown To Plaintiff, United States Of America On Behalf Of The Secretary Of Housing And Urban Development, People Of The State Of New York, Clerk Of The Suffolk County Traffic & Parking Violations Agency, Town Of Brookhaven PVB, United States Of America On Behalf Of The IRS “John Doe #1” through “John DoE #12,” the last twelve names being fictitious and unknown to plaintiff, the persons or parties intended being the tenants, occupants, persons or corporations, if any, having or claiming an interest in or lien upon the Subject Property described in the Complaint, Defendant(s). Mortgaged Premises: 77 Spar Drive Mastic Beach, NY 11951 To the Above named Defendant: 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 Supplemental Summons, to serve a notice of appearance, on the Plaintiff(s) attorney(s) within twenty days after the service of this Supplemental Summons, exclusive of the day of service (or within 30 days after the service is complete if this Supplemental Summons is not personally delivered to you within the State of New York). In case of your failure to appear or answer, judgment will be taken against you by default for the relief demanded in the Complaint. The Attorney for Plaintiff has an office for business in the County of Erie. Trial to be held in the County of Suffolk. The basis of the venue designated above is the location of the Mortgaged Premises. TO Amber Eleanor Cabot AKA Amber Cabot, Defendant In this Action. The foregoing
Supplemental Summons is served upon you by publication, pursuant to an order of HON. Susan Betsy Heckman Torres of the Supreme Court Of The State Of New York, dated the Fifth day of October, 2023 and filed with the Complaint in the Office of the Clerk of the County of Suffolk, in the City of Riverhead. The object of this action is to foreclose a mortgage upon the premises described below, originated by BNY Mortgage Company LLC dated December 29, 2005, executed by Lisa Winters (who died on October 12, 2017, a resident of the county of Suffolk, State of New York) to secure the sum of $375,000.00. The Mortgage was recorded at Book M00021247, Page 545 in the Office of the Suffolk County Clerk on March 6, 2006. The mortgage was subsequently assigned by an assignment executed December 29, 2005 and recorded on March 6, 2006, in the Office of the Suffolk County Clerk at Book M00021247, Page 547. The mortgage was subsequently assigned by an assignment executed
June 27, 2007 and recorded on August 14, 2007, in the Office of the Suffolk County Clerk at Book M00021583, Page 795. The mortgage was subsequently assigned by a corrective assignment executed March 8, 2012 and recorded on April 23, 2012, in the Office of the Suffolk County Clerk at Book M00022195, Page 59. The mortgage was subsequently assigned by an assignment executed November 20, 2012 and recorded on January 17, 2013, in the Office of the Suffolk County Clerk at Book M00022294, Page 455. The mortgage was subsequently assigned to Mortgage Assets Management, LLC by an assignment executed on May 12, 2022 and sent for recording in the Office of the Suffolk County Clerk; The property in question is described as follows: 77 Spar Drive, Mastic Beach, NY 11951 HELP FOR HOMEOWNERS IN FORECLOSURE NEW YORK STATE LAW REQUIRES THAT WE SEND YOU THIS NOTICE ABOUT THE FORECLOSURE PROCESS. PLEASE READ IT
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CAREFULLY. SUMMONS AND COMPLAINT YOU ARE IN DANGER OF LOSING YOUR HOME. IF YOU FAIL TO RESPOND TO THE SUMMONS AND COMPLAINT IN THIS FORECLOSURE ACTION, YOU MAY LOSE YOUR HOME. PLEASE READ THE SUMMONS AND COMPLAINT CAREFULLY. YOU SHOULD IMMEDIATELY CONTACT AN ATTORNEY OR YOUR LOCAL LEGAL AID OFFICE TO OBTAIN ADVICE ON HOW TO PROTECT YOURSELF. SOURCES OF INFORMATION AND ASSISTANCE The state encourages you to become informed about your options in foreclosure. In addition to seeking assistance from an attorney or legal aid office, there are government agencies and non-profit organizations that you may contact for information about possible options, including trying to work with your lender during this process. To locate an entity near you, you may call the toll-free helpline maintained
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LEGAL NOTICES • LEGAL NOTICES • LEGAL NOTICES by the New York State Department of Financial Services at 1-800-342-3736 or the Foreclosure Relief Hotline 1-800-269-0990 or visit the department's website at WWW.DFS. NY.GOV. RIGHTS AND OBLIGATIONS YOU ARE NOT REQUIRED TO LEAVE YOUR HOME AT THIS TIME. YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO STAY IN YOUR HOME DURING THE FORECLOSURE PROCESS. YOU ARE NOT REQUIRED TO LEAVE YOUR HOME UNLESS AND UNTIL YOUR PROPERTY IS SOLD AT AUCTION PURSUANT TO A JUDGMENT OF FORECLOSURE AND SALE. REGARDLESS OF WHETHER YOU CHOOSE TO REMAIN IN YOUR HOME, YOU ARE REQUIRED TO TAKE CARE OF YOUR PROPERTY AND PAY PROPERTY TAXES IN ACCORDANCE WITH STATE AND LOCAL LAW. FORECLOSURE RESCUE SCAMS Be careful of people who approach you with offers to "save" your home. There are individuals who watch for notices of foreclosure actions in order to unfairly profit from a homeowner's distress. You should be extremely careful about any such promises and any suggestions that you pay them a fee or sign over your deed. State law requires anyone offering such services for profit to enter into a contract which fully describes the services they will perform and fees they will charge, and which prohibits them from taking any money from you until they have completed all such promised services. § 1303 NOTICE 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: October 16, 2023 Gross Polowy LLC Attorney(s) For Plaintiff(s) 1775 Wehrle Drive, Suite 100 Williamsville, NY 14221 The law firm of Gross Polowy, LLC and the attorneys whom it employs are debt collectors who are attempting to collect a debt. Any information obtained by them will be used for that purpose. 78310 L15564 – 10/25/2023, 11/1/2023, 11/8/2023 & 11/15/2023 LEGAL NOTICE NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to Town Law, a public hearing will be held by the Town Board of the Town of Brookhaven, at Brookhaven Town Hall, One Independence Hill, Farmingville, NY, and streamed live over the internet at brookhavenny. gov/meeting on the 16th day of November, 2023 at 2:30 p.m., on the findings of Cashin, Spinelli, & Ferretti, LLC that the building(s) or structure(s) located upon 56 Barbara Lane, in the Hamlet of Medford, New York, SCTM# 0200-498.00-02.00022.000, represents a health and safety hazard and should be removed. Dated: October 3, 2023 Farmingville, New York KEVIN J. LaValle, TOWN CLERK TOWN OF BROOKHAVEN L15565 – 11/1/2023 LEGAL NOTICE NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to Town Law, a public hearing will be held by the Town Board of the Town of Brookhaven, at Brookhaven Town Hall, One Independence Hill, Farmingville, NY, and streamed live over the internet at brookhavenny. gov/meeting on the 16th day of November, 2023 at 2:30 p.m., on the findings of Cashin, Spinelli, & Ferretti, LLC that the building(s) or structure(s) located upon 68 Wilson Avenue, in the
Hamlet of Middle Island (Medford), New York, SCTM# 0200-479.00-01.00008.000, represents a health and safety hazard and should be removed.
Secretary of State of the State of New York (SSNY) on 9/12/2023. Office located in Suffolk County. SSNY has been designated for service of process. SSNY shall mail a copy of any Dated: October 3, 2023 process served against Farmingville, New York the LLC to ALBERTO R. KEVIN J. LaValle, TOWN PEREZ JR., 21 FOREST CLERK LANE, CORAM, NY 11727. TOWN OF BROOKHAVEN Purpose: any lawful purpose. L15566 – 11/1/2023 NOTICE OF SALE
L15576 – 11/1/2023, 11/8/2023, 11/15/2023, 11/22/2023, 11/29/2023 & 12/6/2023
Supreme Court County of SUPREME COURT OF Suffolk THE STATE OF NEW YORK CitiMortgage, Inc., Plaintiff COUNTY OF SUFFOLK Nationstar Mortgage LLC, AGAINST Plaintiff -againstMichael Mcguire, Toni Frank A. Golio, Heir to the Mcguire, et al, Defendant(s) Estate of Michael Golio, Eleanor Burns a/k/a Eleanor Pursuant to a Judgment of Sessions, Heir to the Estate of Foreclosure and Sale duly Michael Golio, Joseph Golio, dated August 21, 2023 and Sr., Heir to the Estate of entered on September 6, Michael Golio, Tina Speaker 2023, I, the undersigned a/k/a Tina Galarzo, Heir to Referee, will sell at public the Estate of Michael Golio, auction at the Brookhaven Vicki Golio a/k/a Vicky Savi, Town Hall, 1 Independence Heir to the Estate of Michael Hill, Farmingville, NY on Golio, Clerk of the Suffolk December 4, 2023 at 3:00 County Traffic & Parking PM premises known as Violations Agency, Discover 314 Orchid Drive, Mastic Bank, New York State Beach, NY 11951. All Department of Taxation and that certain plot piece or Finance, United States of parcel of land, with the America - Internal Revenue buildings and improvements Service, Michael Golio's erected, situate, lying and unknown heirs-at-law, being in the County of next-of-kin, distributees, Suffolk, State of New York, executors, administrators, SECTION: 969.00, BLOCK: trustees, devisees, legatees, 13.00 FKA 06.00, LOT: assignees, lienors, creditors, 024.00; DISTRICT 0200. and successors in interest Approximate amount of and generally all persons judgment is $56,075.59 plus having or claiming under, interests and costs. Premises by or through said defendant will be sold subject to who may be deceased, by provisions of filed Judgment purchase, inheritance, lien or Index # 200754/2022. otherwise, any right, title or interest in the real property The aforementioned described in the complaint auction will be conducted in herein, John Doe (Refused accordance with the District Name), John Doe (Refused and Suffolk County Auction Name), John Doe (Refused Plan in effect at this time. Name), Defendants. Index No.: 611179/2023 Peter McGreevy, Referee Filed: S U P P L E M N T A L FRENKEL LAMBERT SUMMONS WEISS WEISMAN & Plaintiff designates Suffolk GORDON LLP County as the place of 53 Gibson Street trial. Venue is based upon Bay Shore, NY 11706 the County in which the mortgaged premises is L15575 – 11/1/2023, 11/8/2023, situated. 11/15/2023 & 11/22/2023 TO THE ABOVE NAMED DEFENDANT(S): Notice of formation of YOU ARE HEREBY LEVEL UP TINTPROS, SUMMONED to answer LLC, a limited liability the Complaint in this company. Articles of action and to serve a copy Organization filed with the 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 $105,000.00 and interest, recorded in the office of the clerk of the County of Suffolk on February 28, 2022 in Liber M00020036, Page 329 covering premises known as 177 Magnolia Drive, Mastic Beach, NY 11951. 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 abo 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 September 21, 2023 Frenkel, Lambert, Weiss
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Weisman & Gordon, LLP /s/BY: Linda P. Manfredi Attorneys for Plaintiff 53 Gibson Street Bay Shore, New York 11706 (631) 969-3100 Our File No.: 01-097364F00 L15577 – 11/1/2023, 11/8/2023, 11/15/2023 & 11/22/2023 SUPREME COURT OF THE STATE OF NEW YORK - COUNTY OF SUFFOLK U.S. BANK NATIONAL ASSOCIATION, AS TRUSTEE, FOR THE C-BASS MORTGAGE LOAN ASSET BACKED CERTIFICATES, SERIES 2006-CB4, V. THOMAS LINBORG, ET AL. NOTICE OF SALE NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN pursuant to a Final Judgment of Foreclosure dated May 25, 2021, and entered in the Office of the Clerk of the County of Suffolk, wherein U.S. BANK NATIONAL ASSOCIATION, AS TRUSTEE, FOR THE C-BASS MORTGAGE LOAN ASSET BACKED CERTIFICATES, SERIES 2006-CB4 is the Plaintiff and THOMAS LINBORG, ET AL. are the Defendant(s). I, the undersigned Referee will sell at public auction at the BROOKHAVEN TOWN HALL, 1 INDEPENDENCE HILL, FARMINGVILLE, NY 11738, on December 4, 2023 at 12:30PM, premises known as 218 EASTWOOD B O U L E V A R D , CENTEREACH, NY 11720: District 0200, Section 443.00, Block 05.00, Lot 017.000: ALL THAT CERTAIN PLOT, PIECE OR PARCEL OF LAND, SITUATE, LYING AND BEING IN THE TOWN OF BROOKHAVEN, SUFFOLK COUNTY AND STATE OF NEW YORK Premises will be sold subject to provisions of filed Judgment Index # 612165/2017. Bryan Browns, Esq. - Referee. Robertson, Anschutz, Schneid, Crane & Partners, PLLC 900 Merchants Concourse, Suite 310, Westbury, New
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LEGAL NOTICES • LEGAL NOTICES • LEGAL NOTICES York 11590, Attorneys for Plaintiff. All foreclosure sales will be conducted in accordance with Covid-19 guidelines including, but not limited to, social distancing and mask wearing. *LOCATION OF SALE SUBJECT TO CHANGE DAY OF IN ACCORDANCE WITH COURT/CLERK DIRECTIVES. L15579 - 11/1/2023, 11/8/2023, 11/15/2023 & 11/22/2023 LEGAL NOTICE
Clerk KEVIN LAVALLE, TOWN TOWN OF BROOKHAVEN CLERK TOWN OF BROOKHAVEN L15582 – 11/1/2023 Dated: October 19, 2023 Farmingville, New York PUBLIC NOTICE L15585 – 11/1/2023 NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to PUBLIC NOTICE Section 64 of Town Law, a public hearing will be held NOTICE IS HEREBY by the Town Board of the GIVEN that pursuant to Town of Brookhaven at the Section 64 of Town Law, Town Board Auditorium a public hearing will be located at One Independence held by the Town Board of Hill, Second Floor, the Town of Brookhaven Farmingville, New York, at One Independence Hill, and which will be streamed Farmingville, New York, live over the internet at on November 16, 2023 at brookhavenny.gov/meeting, 2:30 P.M., and streamed on November 16, 2023, live over the internet at at 2:30 P.M. to consider a brookhavenny.gov/meeting License Agreement between to approve the granting of the Town of Brookhaven a License Agreement to The and Wings Café, LLC for Ketcham Inn Foundation, the purpose of operating, Inc., for an upkeep and managing and maintaining a beautification program Luncheonette at Brookhaven to maintain the premises Calabro Airport for a term commonly known as “Smith of ten (10) years with the Farm”, One Bay Avenue, option to renew for an East Moriches, New York for additional two (2) year term. an additional ten (10) year period. At said public hearing, any At such public hearing, any persons interested shall be persons interested shall be given the opportunity to be given the opportunity to be heard. heard.
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to Town Law, a public hearing will be held by the Town Board of the Town of Brookhaven, at Brookhaven Town Hall, One Independence Hill, Farmingville, NY, and streamed live over the internet at brookhavenny. gov/meeting on the 16th day of November, 2023 at 2:30 p.m., on the findings of Cashin, Spinelli, & Ferretti, LLC, that the building(s) or structure(s) located upon 50 Robinwood Drive, in the Hamlet of Mastic Beach, New York, SCTM# 0200-978.90J. LAVALLE, 10.00-001.000, represents a KEVIN health and safety hazard and TOWN CLERK TOWN OF BROOKHAVEN should be removed. Dated: October 19, 2023 Dated: October 19, 2023 Farmingville, New York Farmingville, New York Kevin J. LaValle, Town L15584 – 11/1/2023 Clerk PUBLIC NOTICE TOWN OF BROOKHAVEN L15581 – 11/1/2023 LEGAL NOTICE NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to Town Law, a public hearing will be held by the Town Board of the Town of Brookhaven, at Brookhaven Town Hall, One Independence Hill, Farmingville, NY, and streamed live over the internet at brookhavenny. gov/meeting on the 16th day of November, 2023 at 2:30 p.m., on the findings of Cashin, Spinelli, & Ferretti, LLC that the building(s) or structure(s) located upon 605 Route 25A, in the Hamlet of Rocky Point, New York, SCTM# 0200-077.00-06.00052.000, represents a health and safety hazard and should be removed. Dated: October 19, 2023 Farmingville, New York Kevin J. LaValle, Town
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to Town Law Section 64, a public hearing will be held by the Town Board of the Town of Brookhaven at Brookhaven Town Hall, One Independence Hill, Farmingville, New York, on the 16th day of November, 2023, at 2:30 p.m., and streamed live over the internet at brookhavenny. gov/meeting to consider the renewal of the cable television franchise of Suffolk Cable Corporation (Altice). At this hearing, the Town Board will hear interested persons who wish to address the Board with respect to the franchisee’s compliance with the requirements of the existing cable television franchise, and the community’s cable related needs and interests for a new franchise agreement.
KEVIN J. LAVALLE, TOWN CLERK TOWN OF BROOKHAVEN Dated: October 3, 2023 Farmingville, New York L15586 – 11/1/2023 NOTICE OF AMENDMENT & HEARING Notice is hereby given that a public hearing will be held by the Town Board at Brookhaven Town Office Complex, Town Auditorium, One Independence Hill, Farmingville, New York and streamed live over the internet at Brookhavenny. gov/meeting on 11/16/2023 at 2:30 pm, to consider enacting the following proposed amendments to the Uniform Code of Traffic Ordinances of the Town of Brookhaven. Article VIII Section 33 entitled PARKING PROHIBITED IN DESIGNATED AREAS is hereby amended by ADDITION of the following in the hamlet of FARMINGVILLE MOUNT MCKINLEY AVE NO PARKING DURING TIMES PER DIR OF TRAFFIC SAFETY BEG S
BICYCLE PATH CONT S +/- 145' /E MOUNT MCKINLEY AVE NO PARKING DURING TIMES PER DIR OF TRAFFIC SAFETY BEG S BICYCLE PATH CONT S +/- 365' /W PLEASANT PL NO PARKING DURING TIMES PER DIR OF TRAFFIC SAFETY BEG MT MCKINLEY AVE CONT E +/- 250' /N PLEASANT PL NO PARKING DURING TIMES PER DIR OF TRAFFIC SAFETY BEG S BICYCLE PATH CONT W +/- 280' /N PLEASANT PL NO PARKING DURING TIMES PER DIR OF TRAFFIC SAFETY BEG S BICYCLE PATH CONT W +/- 535' /S OAKDALE AVE NO PARKING DURING TIMES PER DIR OF TRAFFIC SAFETY BEG GRANNY RD CONT S +/165' /W Article VIII Section 33 entitled PARKING PROHIBITED IN DESIGNATED AREAS is hereby amended by DELETION of the following in the hamlet of FARMINGVILLE MOUNT MCKINLEY AVE NO PARKING DURING TIMES PER DIR OF TRAFFIC SAFETY BEG +/- 300' S/O S BICYCLE PATH CONT SOUTH +/320' /E MOUNT RAINIER AVE NO PARKING DURING TIMES PER DIR OF TRAFFIC SAFETY BEG MT MCKINLEY AVE WEST +/- 120' /S MOUNT RAINIER AVE NO PARKING DURING TIMES PER DIR OF TRAFFIC SAFETY BEG MT MCKINLEY AVE WEST +/- 80' /N MOUNT MCKINLEY AVE NO PARKING DURING TIMES PER DIR OF TRAFFIC SAFETY BEG S BICYCLE PATH CONT SOUTH +/- 240' /E MOUNT MCKINLEY AVE NO PARKING DURING TIMES PER DIR OF TRAFFIC SAFETY BEG S BICYCLE PATH CONT SOUTH +/- 650' /W Article VIII Section 34 entitled RESTRICTED PARKING is hereby amended by DELETION of the following in the hamlet of FARMINGVILLE PLEASANT PL NO
PARKING DURING TIMES PER DIR OF TRAFFIC SAFETY BTWN S BICYCLE PATH & MT MCKINLEY AVE /N PLEASANT PL NO PARKING DURING TIMES PER DIR OF TRAFFIC SAFETY BEG +/- 400' W/O S BICYCLE PATH CONT WEST TO MT MCKINLEY AVE /S PLEASANT PL NO PARKING DURING TIMES PER DIR OF TRAFFIC SAFETY BEG S BICYCLE PATH CONT WEST +/- 400' /S OAKDALE AVE NO PARKING DURING TIMES PER DIR OF TRAFFIC SAFETY BEG GRANNY RD CONT S +/240' /W Article VII Section 26 entitled STOP AND YIELD INTERSECTIONS is hereby amended by ADDITION of the following in the hamlet of MEDFORD ASHTON RD WAGNER RD STOP W / WAGNER RD Article VIII Section 33 entitled PARKING PROHIBITED IN DESIGNATED AREAS is hereby amended by ADDITION of the following in the hamlet of MEDFORD PECONIC AVE NO PARKING ANY TIME BEG TREMONT AVE CONT W +/- 100' /N PECONIC AVE NO PARKING ANY TIME BEG +/- 1,820' E/O BUFFALO AVE CONT E +/- 382' /S Article VIII Section 33 entitled PARKING PROHIBITED IN DESIGNATED AREAS is hereby amended by ADDITION of the following in the hamlet of MIDDLE ISLAND OAKCREST AVE NO PARKING ANY TIME BEG +/- 100' S/O PATRICIA CT CONT S +/- 142' /W TIE ST NO PARKING DURING TIMES PER DIR OF TRAFFIC SAFETY BTWN LONGWOOD RD & SANDER CT BOTH SANDER CT NO PARKING DURING TIMES PER DIR OF TRAFFIC SAFETY BEG TIE ST CONT W +/- 200' /N Article VIII Section 34 entitled RESTRICTED PARKING is hereby amended by DELETION of the following in the hamlet of MIDDLE ISLAND TIE ST NO PARKING
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ANY TIME BEG LONGWOOD RD CONT SOUTH +/- 230' /E Article VII Section 26 entitled STOP AND YIELD INTERSECTIONS is hereby amended by ADDITION of the following in the hamlet of PATCHOGUE DONEGAN AVE PLYMOUTH AVE STOP E / PLYMOUTH AVE PLYMOUTH AVE S LENOX AVE STOP W / PLYMOUTH AVE Article VIII Section 33 entitled PARKING PROHIBITED IN DESIGNATED AREAS is hereby amended by ADDITION of the following in the hamlet of SELDEN WASHINGTON HEIGHTS ST NO PARKING ANY TIME BEG +/- 315' W/O MAGNOLIA DR CONT W +/- 85' /N At said public hearing, any persons interested shall be given the opportunity to be heard. DATE: 10/19/2023 Farmingville, NY Kevin J. LaValle, Town Clerk Town of Brookhaven L15587 – 11/1/2023 PUBLIC NOTICE Notice Is Hereby Given that pursuant to Section 20 (5) of the Municipal Home Rule Law, a public hearing will be held by the Town Board of the Town of Brookhaven at One Independence Hill, Second Floor, Farmingville, New York 11738, and streamed live over the internet at brookhavenny. gov/meeting on the 16th day of November, 2023, at 2:30 p.m., to consider enacting the following proposed Introductory Local Law: Introductory Local Law Number 12 of 2023 Amend Chapter 36 entitled "Peddlers” of the Town Code of the Town of Brookhaven Summary It is the intent of these amendments to Chapter 36 entitled “Peddlers” of the Town Code of the Town of Brookhaven to further clarify the causes by which a Peddlers license may be revoked. This is a summary of the
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LEGAL NOTICES • LEGAL NOTICES • LEGAL NOTICES proposed Local Law, a full copy of which is on file in the Town Clerk's Office and is available for inspection during regular Town business hours.
income, or real property owned by a married couple, or by siblings, one of whom is a disabled person with limited income, that meet the criteria set forth in Real Property Tax Law Section At said public hearing, any 459-c. persons interested shall be given the opportunity to be This is a summary of the heard. proposed Local Law, a full copy of which is on file in Kevin J. LaValle the Town Clerk’s Office and Town Clerk, Town of is available for inspection Brookhaven during regular Town business hours. Dated: October 3, 2023 Farmingville, New York At said public hearing, any persons interested shall be L15588 – 11/1/2023 given the opportunity to be heard. PUBLIC NOTICE Kevin J. LaValle, Town Notice is Hereby Given that Clerk pursuant to Municipal Home Town of Brookhaven Rule Law Section 20(5), a public hearing will be held Dated: October 19, 2023 by the Town Board of the Farmingville, New York Town of Brookhaven at One Independence Hill, Second L15589 – 11/1/2023 Floor, Farmingville, New PUBLIC NOTICE York 11738, and streamed live over the internet at BrookhavenNY.gov/ Notice is Hereby Given that meeting on the 16th day of pursuant to Municipal Home November, 2023, at 2:30 Rule Law Section 20(5), a p.m., to consider enacting public hearing will be held the following proposed by the Town Board of the Town of Brookhaven at One Introductory Local Law: Independence Hill, Second Introductory Local Law Floor, Farmingville, New York 11738, and streamed Number 13 of 2023 live over the internet BrookhavenNY.gov/ To consider enacting an at Introductory Local Law meeting on the 16th day of Amending Chapter 65 November, 2023, at 2:30 of the Town Code of the p.m., to consider enacting Town of Brookhaven the following proposed Entitled “Taxation” Introductory Local Law: Summary It is the intent of this amendment to Chapter 65 of the Town Code of the Town of Brookhaven entitled “Taxation” to repeal and replace the current Sections 65-19 and 65-21 under Article VI entitled “Real Property Exemption for Persons with Disabilities and Limited Income” to increase income levels for exemption of up to fifty (50%) percent of the assessed value of Town taxes of property owned, or co-owned, by disabled persons with limited
Introductory Local Law Number 14 of 2023
“Real Property Exemption for Persons over SixtyFive” to increase income levels for exemption of up to fifty (50%) percent of the assessed value of Town taxes of only property owned, or co-owned, by one or more persons, each of whom is 65 years of age or over, or real property owned by a married couple, or by siblings, one of whom is 65 years of age or over that meet the criteria set forth in Real Property Tax Law Section 467. This is a summary of the proposed Local Law, a full copy of which is on file in the Town Clerk’s Office and is available for inspection during regular Town business hours. At said public hearing, any persons interested shall be given the opportunity to be heard. Kevin J. LaValle, Town Clerk Town of Brookhaven Dated: October19, 2023 Farmingville, New York
must be Farmingville, NY 11738, for • Questions the following item(s) on the submitted in writing to the following e-mail: dates indicated: PurchasingGroup@ Bid #23102 – Playground brookhavenny.gov Equipment Installation Contract----November 8, The Town of Brookhaven reserves the right to reject 2023 Bid #23103 – Veterinary and declare invalid any or Medical and Pet Supplies, all bids and to waive any Rebid----November 16, informalities or irregularities in the proposals received, 2023 all in the best interests of Specifications for the the Town. The Town of above-referenced bids will Brookhaven welcomes and be available beginning encourages minorities and women-owned businesses November 2, 2023. and HUD Section 3 businesses to participate in Preferred Method • Access website: Municipal the bidding process. Market | Brookhaven, NY (brookhavenny.gov): click Further information can be obtained by calling (631) on link for Bids. • Follow directions to 451-6252 register and download document. Kathleen C. Koppenhoefer
Deputy Commissioner TOWN OF BROOKHAVEN L15592 – 11/1/2023 NOTICE OF PUBLIC SALE: The following Self Storage unit contents containing household and other goods will be sold for cash by StorQuest Self Storage 2021 Lakeland Avenue, Ronkonkoma NY 11779 (631) 954-2026 to satisfy a lien on 11/15/2023 at approx. 12PM at www. storagetreasures.com: 1204-Valencia Candio, 2038-Robert Galasso, 2204- Crystal Wilson, 2222- Luis Morales L15593 – 11/1/2023
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L15590 – 11/1/2023 Notice of formation of LI HUSKIES, LLC, a limited liability company. Articles of Organization filed with the Secretary of State of the State of New York (SSNY) on 8/22/2023. Office located in Suffolk County. SSNY has been designated for service of process. SSNY shall mail a copy of any process served against the LLC to LI HUSKIES BRYAN TATELMAN, 17 MARBETH CIRCLE, MILLER PLACE, NY 11764. Purpose: any lawful purpose.
To consider enacting an Introductory Local Law Amending Chapter 65 of the Town Code of the Town of Brookhaven L15591 – 11/1/2023, 11/8/2023, Entitled “Taxation” 11/15/2023, 11/22/2023, 11/29/2023, & 12/6/2023 Summary NOTICE TO BIDDERS It is the intent of this amendment to Chapter 65 of Sealed Bids will be received, the Town Code of the Town publicly opened and read of Brookhaven entitled aloud at 11:00 a.m. in the “Taxation” to repeal and Town Hall Lobby of the replace the current Section Town of Brookhaven, 65-1 under Article I entitled One Independence Hill,
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