Community Heroes On And Off Duty
The Copiague Fire Department continues to go above and beyond—not only protecting life and property, but also taking pride in the beautification of the hamlet they so proudly serve.
Most recently, their efforts could be seen at Wilson Avenue and Montauk Highway, where their commitment to keeping Copiague clean and welcoming is making a real difference.
The Town of Babylon extended its sincere thanks to the dedicated members of the department, the Board of Fire Commissioners, and District Manager Bobby Annan for their efforts in keeping Copiague safe, strong, and beautiful.
“This is what true partnership looks like,” said Councilman Terence
McSweeney. “The Copiague Fire Department is proving that public service doesn’t stop at the firehouse doors—it extends into every corner of our community.
Together, we’re building a better Copiague and a better Town of Babylon.”
Thank you for your commitment—on every front.
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18. Attack via hurling items
19. Where the reserves stand
21. Sword
22. Begat
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6. Bleated
7. Monetary units of Afghanistan
8. Tooth doctor
9. One who takes apart
Commoner 11. Beat poet Ginsberg 12. Cave deposit material 14. Home energy backup
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25. Turf
28. For each
29. Hours (Spanish)
31. Western state
33. One who offers help
36. Flanks
38. A woolen cap of Scottish origin
39. Free from drink or drugs
41. Tunnels
44. Mature
45. More dried-up
46. News organization
48. Steal something
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20. Face part
21. Frocks
23. Hill or rocky peak
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26. About ear
27. Male parents
29. Popular grilled food
30. Vaccine developer
32. Not conforming 34. Polite address for women
35. 1970 U.S. environmental law
37. Astronomical period of 18 years
40. One who fights the government
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52. Small petrel of southern seas
54. Edible starches
56. Historical
60. In a place to sleep
61. Horse grooms
62. Off-Broadway theater award
63. Chinese dynasty
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65. Small projection on a bird’s wing
66. Of the Isle of Man
67. Derived unit of force (abbr.)
68. Plate for Eucharist
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49. Hymn
50. Arabic given name
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The Amityville Village Garage Sale
The Village of Amityville’s second annual community garage sale returns on Saturday, September 13th, 2025 from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Residents looking to clean out can also clean up, and make a few extra dollars. This garage sale will not count toward the annual Village limit of two sales per household a year, and the garage sale permit fee will be waived.
Last year, nearly 100 homes signed up to participate, making Amityville a browser and shopper paradise. Shoppers can find treasures such as clothing, decorative and craft items, books, novelties, as well as tools, sports, cooking and boating equipment, furniture and other household merchandise.
“This event attracts more visitors to the Village than a single sale would. We’re excited to support our residents and hopefully also generate additional traffic to our retail shops, restaurants and many services in the Village,” said Amityville Village Mayor Michael O’Neill.
A list of participating homes and a sale finder map will be provided on the Village’s website starting in August, and at Village Hall during the week prior to the event (21 Ireland Pl., Amityville, NY). Visit Amityville.com for updates and information. In the event of rain, the sale will take place on Sunday, September 14th.
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east. The Village reminds shoppers to drive safely and adhere to all traffic rules and parking signs, especially in the residential neighborhoods.
To sign up for the sale, Village residents may contact Amityville Village Hall at 631-264-6000, or email Mayor@amityville. com using the subject: Garage Sale.
Copiague Memorial Public Library
50 Deauville Boulevard, Copiague, New York 11726
Tel 631-691-1111 Fax 631-691-5098
FREE LUNCH for Children and Teens
Tuesdays, August 19
Wednesdays, August 13, 20
Fridays, August 15, 22
11:30 AM - 1:00 PM
Calling all kids and teens 18 and under! Stop by the Library to fuel up for summer fun with free lunch. In partnership with the Copiague School District, the Library is offering free lunch as part of the USDA Summer Meals Program. This program is
open to all. Registration is not necessary.
NYC Subway Art Installations
Wednesday, August 13
6:30 - 8:00 PM
When the New York City subway system first opened in 1904 it was meant to be an inviting space with beautiful ornamentation.
See how MTA arts and design is transforming subway stations to again be places of beauty. Join educator Sheila Taub to learn how the art in many of the stations relates to the neighborhood above. View the new art installations on the recently opened 2nd
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Ave line as well as several other impressive stations. Registration is necessary.
Afternoon Book Discussion
Thursday, August 14
3:00 - 4:30 PM
The Peach Keeper by Sarah Addison Allen
Download a copy of this book from Libby or pick up a copy at the Circulation Desk. Registration is necessary.
Afternoon Book
Discussion
Thursday, August 14
3:00 - 4:30 PM
The Peach Keeper by Sarah Addison Allen
Download a copy of this book from Libby or pick up a copy at the Circulation Desk. Registration is necessary.
Long Island Sierra Club: Coyote Tracking
Thursday, August 14
6:30 - 8:30 PM
In this informative presentation, led by the Seatuck Environmental Association Coyote Tracking Project, you will learn how the Eastern Coyote returned to Long Island and how humans and coyotes can interact and share our suburban space. Registration is necessary.
Readers Rendezvous Book Club
Monday, August 18
6:30 - 8:30 PM
The Stranger In The Woods by Michael Finkel
This program will be held in person and via Zoom. This fascinating true story follows the life of Christopher Knight, the “North Pond Hermit,” who lived alone in the Maine woods for 27 years without human contact.
After our discussion, we’ll be joined by the
author himself for a live Zoom session, offering a unique opportunity to dive deeper into the book and ask questions directly to Michael Finkel. Copies of this book will be available on Libby and will be available for pick-up at the Circulation Desk. Registration is necessary.
Laughter Yoga
Monday, August 25
3:00 - 4:00 PM
Boost your health, brighten your day and reduce stress with laughter. Laughter yoga is a unique concept where anyone can laugh without relying on humor, jokes or comedy. Join certified yoga instructor Patty and see why laughter truly is the best medicine! Registration is necessary.
Evening Book Discussion
Monday, August 25
7:00 - 8:30 PM
Vera Wong’s Unsolicited
Advice for Murderers by Jesse Sutanto
This program will be held in person and via Zoom. Download a copy of this book from Libby or pick up a copy at the Circulation Desk. Registration is necessary.
The Wizard of Oz
Tuesday, August 26
6:30 - 8:30 PM
Join film historian Larry Wolff for a presentation covering the making of the greatest fantasy film of all time - The Wizard of Oz. Learn all about the making of the film, including the poisonous make-up, terrible working conditions, almost fatal accidents, and the scenes that were deleted from the final cut. Mr. Wolff will also show you how some of the special effects were accomplished before computers. Registration is necessary.
Copiague Board of Education Holds Reorganization Meeting
Copiague School District’s Board of Education held its annual reorganization meeting on July 9 in the Copiague Middle School auditorium. Newly reelected Board of Education trustee Paul Daubel was sworn into his seat by district clerk Deborah VanFlorcke. Anthony S. Pepe was reelected to the seat of president. Brian J. Sales and Kenneth Urban were reelected and sworn in as first vice president and second vice president, respectively. Copiague School District’s Superintendent of Schools Dr. Kathleen Bannon was also sworn into her position.
In addition, Ms. VanFlorcke swore in Kaia Mabli and Olivia Tyszko, the first ex officio student members of the Board of Education.
courtesy of Copiague School District
Summer Senior Advocate Schedules
Suffolk Legislator Tom Donnelly (D-Deer Park) is pleased to inform Babylon and Huntington residents about the local Suffolk County Office for the Aging Summer 2025 Senior Advocate Schedule. Senior advocates are County representatives who come out into the community and assist seniors with information gathering, completion of eligibility or recertification applications and referrals to appropriate community agencies.
“It is so important for us to provide our senior citizens with the assistance and information they need in ways that are most convenient
to them. These visits allow our seniors to connect with our County’s senior advocates right in their own communities,” said Legislator Donnelly. “I hope all those interested in the services that the Suffolk County Office for the Aging provides will take advantage of this opportunity.”
This summer, Senior Advocates will be visiting the following locations in the Town of Babylon:
• Deer Park Library, 44 Lake Avenue, Deer Park: Friday, September 19, 9 – 11 am
• North Amityville Senior Nutrition Center, 48-C Cedar Road, Amityville:
Wednesdays, August 27 & September 17, 10 am – 1 pm
• Rainbow Senior Center, 293 Buffalo Avenue, Lindenhurst: Wednesday, September 3, 8:30 – 11 am
• Tanner Park Senior Center, 2 Tanner Park, Copiague: Wednesdays, August 13 & September 10, 8:30 am – 2 pm
• Spangle Drive Senior Center, 4385 Spangle Drive, North Babylon: Tuesdays, August 26 & September 23, 12 – 3 pm
• Wyandanch Senior Nutrition Center, 28 Wyandanch Avenue, Wyandanch: Wednesday, September 10, 10 am – 1 pm
In Huntington, they will be visiting the following:
• Huntington Senior Nutrition Center, 423 Park Avenue, Huntington: Wednesdays, August 20 & September 17, 8:30 am – 2 pm
• Paumanack Village 5 & 6, 100 Adriatic Drive, Melville: Thursdays, August 28 & September 18, 8:30 am – 12 pm; residents only Advocates assist with the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP – formerly known as food stamps), Medicare Savings Program and Heating Emergency Assistance Program (HEAP) applications.
They also can provide information on Medicare, answer questions and make recommendations and referrals. For more information about available services or directions to any of these locations, please call the Suffolk County Office for the Aging at (631) 853-8200.
“For more than three decades, the Suffolk County Office for the Aging has been providing full and trouble-free access to critical services,” Donnelly said. “I am glad to see their great professional community outreach program continue and hope that every senior resident will make full use of it.”
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Copiague School District Board of Education trustee Paul Daubel was sworn in during the July 9 meeting.
Copiague School District Board of Education First Vice President Brian J. Sales was sworn in during the meeting.
Copiague School District Board of Education Second Vice President Kenneth Urban was sworn in during the meeting.
Copiague School District Superintendent of Schools Dr. Kathleen Bannon was sworn in during the meeting.
Kaia Mabli and Olivia Tyszko were sworn in as the first ex officio student members of the Board of Education.
What’s The Difference?
Long Islanders Invited To Get Free Memory Screenings This Summer
Alzheimer’s Foundation Of America Offering Free Memory Screenings At Its Barbara Rabinowitz Education & Resource Center In Amityville Every Wednesday
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Donating Blood
The Foods You Eat Could Affect Whether Or Not You Can Donate
The foods a person eats before attempting to donate blood could affect whether or not he or she is allowed to donate. According to the American Red Cross, its staff members routinely check the level of hemoglobin in donors’ blood and platelets before they accept donations. Hemoglobin is a protein in the body that contains iron and gives blood its distinctive red color. Hemoglobin plays a vital role in human health, carrying oxygen from the lungs to nourish all of the tissues in the body. Hemoglobin levels are checked using fingersticks, and if hemoglobin levels are low, then donors will
be asked to wait to donate until their levels return to normal. So what does food have to do with hemoglobin? Iron is a part of hemoglobin and found in many of the foods a person eats. Iron helps people maintain their strength and energy, and it’s also necessary to help the body make new blood
cells to replace the ones that are lost through blood donations. The Red Cross encourages prospective donors to eat healthy foods that are rich in iron and high in vitamin C, as doing so can increase their chances of being accepted as blood donors and can aid in their recoveries after donating.
