On Saturday, December 6, 2025, the festive Yuletide decorations adorning the 1901 Restored Long Island Railroad Depot and Freight House Museum provided the perfect backdrop for the Lindenhurst Historical Society’s Second Annual Furry Friends Fotos; an opportunity for pet parents and their fur babies to enjoy and take part in what has become a Lindenhurst Historical Society holiday tradition.
SUPREME COURT - COUNTY OF SUFFOLK - BABYLON
CITIMORTGAGE, INC., Plaintiff -against- CHRISTOPHER CROPSEY; ROSEMARIE WALSH A/K/A ROSEMARIE CROPSEY; LORRAINE CROPSEY, et al Defendant(s).
Pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered herein and dated January 17, 2019, I, the undersigned Referee will sell at public auction on the front steps of the Babylon Town Hall, 200 East Sunrise Highway, North Lindenhurst, NY on January 8, 2026 at 10:00 a.m. premises situate, lying and being in the Town of Babylon, County
of Suffolk and State of New York, bounded and described as follows: BEGINNING at a point on the Northerly side of Harding Avenue, distant 200.00 feet Easterly from the corner formed by the intersection of the Easterly side of Shore Road and the Northerly side of Harding Avenue; being a plot 100 feet by 75.00 feet by 100.00 feet by 75.00 feet. District: 0100 Section: 227.00 Block: 01.00 Lot: 109.000
Said premises known as 41 HARDING AVENUE, LINDENHURST, NY 11757
Approximate amount of lien $280,910.44 plus interest &
costs.
Premises will be sold subject to provisions of filed Judgment and Terms of Sale.
If the sale is set aside for any reason, the Purchaser at the sale shall be entitled only to a return of the deposit paid. The Purchaser shall have no further recourse against the Mortgagor, the Mortgagee or the Mortgagee’s attorney.
Index Number 613864/2017.
FRANK SCALERA, ESQ., Referee
David A. Gallo & Associates LLP
Attorney(s) for Plaintiff
47 Hillside Avenue, 2nd Floor, Manhasset, NY 11030
File# 7777.213
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In A Year Of Uncertainty, Control What You Can Control
The mad dash towards Christmas is on. In As we put up holiday decorations, turn on Christmas music, and send out cards wishing people a joyous and peaceful season, there is still uncertainty in the air trying to dampen the mood. With all the bad news being pushed in front of us on TV, in the papers, and on social media, it’s easy to feel weighed down by the unpredictability of this year. The economy seems to shift weekly, technology is changing faster than ever, and the world continues to deliver surprises… some welcome, some not. Yet amid all this uncertainty, there remains one constant you can control: your mindset.
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Too often, we focus on what is outside our control: the economy, family dynamics, business challenges, or the holiday rush. That focus can drain a person! It steals time, peace, and perspective. But when we shift our attention from worry to appreciation,
we change everything. The circumstances may stay the same, but how we experience them becomes dramatically better. In the last few weeks of 2025, challenge yourself not to react, but to respond. The difference between a reaction and a response is control. A reaction is automatic. A response is intentional. And one of the most intentional responses we can choose is gratitude. When you approach situations, especially difficult ones, with gratitude, something powerful happens…stress loosens its grip, anxiety diminishes, and your ability to think clearly and move forward actually increases. Gratitude doesn’t mean ignoring reality or pretending everything
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is perfect. It means acknowledging what’s good, what’s possible, and what’s still in your control. You can’t control the weather, but you can control how you prepare for it. You can’t control the economy, but you can control your own financial decisions. You can’t control people, but you can control how you treat them and how you let them affect you. That is strength. It is also gratitude in practice.
The world may be unpredictable, but gratitude is not. It shows up when you invite it. It grows when you practice it. And it just might be the most reliable thing you carry into 2026. And remember, gratitude changes everything!
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SUNDAY, DEC. 7th
DECEMBER HAPPENINGS
THROUGH DEC. 31st (Daily)
ANIMIATED CHILDREN'S WALKTHROUGH STORY
Hicks Nurseries, 100 Jericho Turnpike in Westbury. Open during normal store hours. Located in the Christmas Gallery. The Christmas story features Santa, his elves and friends as they prepare for the big day! Please bring a donation of a non-perishable food item(s) for Long Island Cares and it drop off at the end of the walkthrough. Free Event. For more information, please call 516- 334-0066
THROUGH JAN. 1st (Daily)
PORT JEFFERSON FESTIVAL OF TREES at Port Jefferson Village Center, 101 East Broadway in Port Jefferson. Free Event. See beautifully decorated Trees by local businesses, groups, and non-profits! This event is presented by The Greater Port Jefferson Chamber of Commerce. Title Sponsor - Hanover Bank. Co-Sponsor: The Incorporated Village of Port Jefferson. For more information, please call 631-4731414
THROUGH JAN. 4th (Daily)
12:00NOON-3:00PM
Every Friday, Saturday and Sunday ANNUAL MODEL TRAIN DISPLAY
The Town of Babylon History Museum and Babylon Town Historical Society, feature an interactive model train display (240 sq. ft.) that highlights historic points of interest from around the Town of Babylon. Admission is FREE. The
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Town History Museum is located at the historic Old Town Hall, built in 1918 and placed on the National Register of Historic Places in 2005. For more information, please call 631-587-3750
THURSDAY, DEC. 18th
6:00PM-7:45PM
WINTER GREENERY WORKSHOP
At the Wantagh Public Library, 3285 Park Avenue in Wantagh. A winter greenery workshop to celebrate the season! RSVP to PaumanackeGC@ gmail.com to receive details and to register. Lite refreshments will be served after the workshop.
SATURDAY, DEC. 20th
6:00PM-10:30PM
BRUMIDI’S CHRISTMAS PARTY at Sons & Daughters of Italy, 2075 Deer Park Ave. in Deer Park. For more information and reservations, please call Linda at 516-356-0949, www.sonsofitalyli.com
MONDAY, DEC. 29th
9:00AM-3:00PM
HOLIDAY DISCOVERY DAYS 2025 Sweetbriar Nature Center will be offering daily natural science programs over the school breaks for elementary school children from 9:00am-3:00pm.. Each day will be a different natural science theme. Each day is chock-filled with fun hands-on activities, interaction with our resident non-releasable wildlife, crafts, games, and much more. Sweetbriar Nature Center is located at 62 Eckernkamp Drive in Smithtown. For more information, please call 631-979-6344
WEDNESDAY, DEC. 31st
11:00AM-12:00NOON NAUTICAL NEW YEAR
Did you know the New Year's Eve ball is based on an old nautical timekeeping tradition? Join us to countdown to 12 noon, and enjoy festive self-serve crafts all day during gallery hours. Included with Admission. The Whaling Museum & Education Center Of Cold Spring Harbor, 279 Main Street in Cold Spring Harbor. For more information, please call 516.282.6426, 631.367.3418 x12, Email cainslie@cshwhalingmuseum. org
6:30PM-8:00PM
EARLY NEW YEAR'S EVE BALL DROP/ CELEBRATION
Farmingdale Village is hosting an Early, Family Friendly New Year's Eve Celebration - Ring in 2026 with a New Year’s Eve free celebration. Free admission, free hot cocoa, free noisemakers .& Live Music ... on the Village Green, 361 Main St, weather permitting. Bring family & friendsall ages. Thanks to the Farmingdale Business Improvement District, Farmingdale Village Fire Department, Farmingdale Chamber of Commerce, Farmingdale Village Board, all involved. For more information, visit https://www.facebook.com/ events/32564875029824369
8:00PM-1:00AM
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Brumidi Lodge-Sons & Daughters of Italy, 2075 Deer Park Ave. in Deer Park. For more information, please call Linda 516-356-0949, wwsonsofitalyli.com
ANTIPASTO (Choose one)
• Traditional Antipasto Platter
• Handmade Mozzarella Caprese Platter
• Jumbo Shrimp Cocktail Platter
FIRST COURSE (Choose one)
MAIN COURSE (Choose one)
• Penne Alla Vodka • Linquine Fruitti di Mare
• Baked Ziti
• Lasagna (Meat or Cheese)
• Stuffed Shells • Baked Manicotti
SALAD (Choose one)
• Garden or Caesar
• Baby Spinach & Goat Cheese with Fresh Seasonal Berries
• USDA Prime Stuffed Flank Steak Roast (Raw)
• Boar’s Head Sweet Sliced Ham (Brown Sugar Glaze)
On Tuesday, December 9th, the Town of Babylon and the Village of Lindenhurst joined with the Lindenhurst Chamber of Commerce for a ribbon-cutting ceremony to celebrate the grand opening of Island Soul Restaurant at 105 W. Sunrise Highway in Lindenhurst. JoAnn Boettcher, LCOC President, together with Chamber Board members, Legislator-Elect RJ Renna, and TOB officials proudly presented the owners with a ribbon-cutting certificate. Welcome to the community!
The Origins Of Christmas Stockings
The holiday season is rife with tradition. Some holiday traditions, such as holiday lighting displays, are easy to notice, while others are more subtle and possibly even unknown to many celebrants. One tradition that falls into the latter category involves the placing of oranges into Christmas stockings. The origins of Christmas stockings are rooted in legend and one of the more popular tales involves a widowed father of three beautiful girls. According to Smithsonian. com, this father struggled to make ends meet and was concerned that his financial struggles would affect his daughters' ability to find a spouse. As the legend goes, St. Nicholas was wandering through the man's town and heard of his concerns. Recognizing that the man was unlikely to accept charity, St. Nicholas slid
down the chimney of his house and placed three gold balls in the girls' recently laundered stockings, which were hanging by the fire to dry. The value of the gold balls, which were discovered the following morning, was enough to ensure the girls could eventually wed. So what does that have to do with oranges? Those who wanted to replicate the tale could not so easily come upon gold balls to place in stockings, so they chose something similar in appearance: oranges.
LEGAL NOTICE TO TAXPAYERS
Notice is hereby given taxpayers of the Town of Babylon, that the Undersigned ReceiverofTaxes has received the 2025/2026 Tax and Assessment Roll and Warrant.
She will accept payment for taxes at her office in the Town Hall, 200 East Sunrise Highway, N. Lindenhurst, N.Y. 11757 or by mail, beginning December 2025 daily between the hours of 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. The Tax Office will be closed on Saturdays, Sundays and Holidays. First half taxes are due December 1, 2025 payable to January 12, 2026 without penalty.
After January 12, 2026 one percent per month will be added on the first half to June 1, 2026 after which date, additional interest wil be charged by the County Comptroller at his office at County Center, Riverhead, N.Y. 11901.
The Town of Babylon Tax Office will be accepting partial payments with penalty. We offer e-check and credit card payment through a telephone service or by the internet which includes American Express, MasterCard, Visa or Discover. For payments by telephone call 1-800-2PAY-TAX (1-800272-9829) or visit the web site at www.acipayonline.com. At the prompt, use Jurisdiction Code 4232. You must have your item number and tax amount available. Transaction fees will be charged to the taxpayer based on the amount of the total charge. Total amount Warrant to be collected by the Receiver of Taxes for the 2025/2026 tax year is $890,677,136.35.
Taxes become a lien December 1st of each year. at the same time. First and Second half payments may be made
JENNIFER MONTIGLIO RECEIVER OF TAXES
DATED AT BABYLON, N.Y.
December 1, 2025
2025/2026 TAX RATE ON $100 valuation - TOWN OF BABYLON
2025-2026
TOWN OF BABYLON
Jennifer Montiglio, Receiver of Taxes TAXABLE DISTRICTS
2025-2026
The Lindenhurst Historical Society’s Second Annual Holiday Pet Event Deemed a Tail Wagging Success
On Saturday, December 6, 2025, the festive Yuletide decorations adorning the 1901 Restored Long Island Railroad Depot and Freight House Museum provided the perfect backdrop for
the Lindenhurst Historical Society’s Second Annual Furry Friends Fotos; an opportunity for pet parents and their fur babies to enjoy and take part in what has become a Lindenhurst
Historical Society holiday tradition. “Santa and Mrs. Claus greeted our visitors; both pet parents and their furry companions,” said Lindenhurst Historical Society President Evie Sosna. “We were proud to provide a meticulously decorated Historic Depot and Freight House as a backdrop for Santa and Mrs. Claus as they posed with a variety of wonderful pets—
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even a rabbit came to have his picture taken!”
Proceeds from the suggested donation of $5.00 will benefit the Lindenhurst Historical Society’s museum restoration efforts. The 1901 Restored Long Island Railroad Depot and Freight House Museum is located at Irmisch Historical Park, corner of South Broadway and Kent Avenue in Lindenhurst.
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Lindenhurst Rainbow Center
Holiday Tree Lighting & Luncheon
The Village of Lindenhurst, together with the Rotary and Kiwanis Clubs of Lindenhurst, proudly sponsored the annual Holiday luncheon for seniors at the Lindenhurst Rainbow Senior Citizens Center. Guests enjoyed
delicious food, lively entertainment, and an abundance of holiday cheer. The afternoon’s highlight was the festive lighting of the Christmas tree.
Trustee Douglas Madlon remarked, “We are grateful to the hardworking
Rainbow Center staff members, and the many community volunteers who made this event possible for our beloved seniors. We wish everyone the happiest of holidays, and all the best for the New Year!”
Pictured here (left
to right) are: Village Administrator Joe Barone, Mayor Michael Lavorata, and Kiwanis & Rotary Club members Paula Vidal, JoAnn Boettcher, Mandy Bopp, Trish LaFlare, Hon. Gaetan Lozido, and Tom Kropp.
The Fourleaf Federal Credit Union Scholarship Program
High School Seniors Invited To Apply For Fourleaf Scholarship To Offset Cost Of Tuition, Books And Other College Expenses
FourLeaf Federal Credit Union recently announced that applications for its annual Scholarship Program are now open.
High school seniors are invited to apply for financial assistance as they prepare for college.
Designed to support hardworking, communityminded students, the program provides awards that can help offset the rising costs of tuition, books, and other college expenses.
“Our scholarships are one way we can help ease the financial burden on families while encouraging students to
pursue their dreams,” shared Kimberly Ruiz, Manager Community Engagement New Markets. “Each year, we proudly award 10 accomplished students, knowing that investing in young people is an investment in the future of our communities.”
To apply, please visit; https://www.fourleaffcu. com/community/ education-scholarships/. The 2026 Scholarship Program application deadline date is Friday, January 9, 2026 (no late submissions are accepted).
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Tips To Winterize Your Vehicle
The elements pose a unique challenge to motor vehicles, and that’s particularly notable when seasons change. Though the shift from spring to summer or even summer to fall may not be too significant, drivers who want to safeguard their vehicles would be wise to take certain measures to prepare their cars or trucks for winter weather.
Winterizing a car can be an important part of vehicle maintenance. That’s particularly true for vehicle owners who live in regions where winter is marked by especially cold temperatures and/or significant snowfall. As fall gives way to winter, drivers can take these steps to winterize their vehicles.
• Address tires and tire pressure. The experts at Kelley Blue Book note the danger of aging and/or poorly inflated tires, particularly in winter. Icy, wet and/or snowcovered roads can be dangerous to traverse, so it benefits drivers to examine their tires prior to winter. Worn down treads reduce traction and make it more difficult for vehicles to stop, which is already challenging on roads where ice is present. It’s equally important to keep tires properly inflated, as KBB reports each 10-degree dip in temperature can lead to a one-pound loss in air pressure. Poorly inflated tires can decrease performance and safety on the road.
• Check the battery and replace it, if necessary. Another step to winterize a car involves the battery that helps to keep the vehicle running. The automotive experts at Firestone note that sinking temperatures force the chemical reaction within vehicle
batteries to slow, which reduces the amount of power the battery can generate. In fact, Firestone estimates a battery can lose as much as 60 percent of its strength in freezing temperatures. Firestone urges drivers to get a battery assessment test prior to winter to ensure the battery is healthy enough to endure the coming months. If the assessment indicates the battery is weak, replace it prior to winter.
• Check fluid levels. Routine vehicle maintenance at an auto body shop or car dealership typically involves checking and topping off fluid levels. Book such an appointment in advance of winter to ensure the vehicle has coolant, which KBB notes is formulated to resist freezing. Without sufficient coolant, a vehicle engine can suffer significant damage. Windshield washer fluid also should be filled to ensure the windshield can be sufficiently cleaned of salt during and after snowstorms. A pre-winter oil change also can help the vehicle run smoothly throughout the colder months.
• Inspect belts and hoses. KBB notes cold weather weakens belts and hoses, which can become brittle and fail in low temperatures. Belts and hoses should be checked prior to winter. Engines can overheat, electrical system problems can emerge and power steering may be compromised if belts and hoses are allowed to fall into disrepair. Winter can be a challenging time of year for cars and trucks. Various strategies to winterize a car before the mercury drops can make it safer to be on the road when the weather turns cold.
There’s No Place Like Home for the Holidays
To our friends, neighbors, clients, and fellow business owners, Thank you for making Lindenhurst such a special place to live, work, and grow. This season may your homes be filled with warmth, your families with laughter, and your new year with endless possibilities and peace. It has been our honor to help so many of you open new doors in 2025. We look forward to continuing our journeys together in the coming year.
With our deepest appreciation and gratitude, JoAnn, Meryl, Kendra, and Kamryn
