February 25, 2026 Lindenhurst South by Long Island Media Group

TOWN OF BABYLON HONORS P.S. I LOVE YOU DAY - On Tuesday, February 10, 2026, Town of Babylon officials joined P.S. I Love You Day founders Brooke and Jaimie DiPalma, along with local educators, first responders, and community members, for a press conference recognizing P.S. I Love You Day and highlighting the importance of mental health awareness. Pictured: Town of Babylon council members, the DiPalma sisters and community partners gathered with educators, first responders and residents at Babylon Town Hall to honor P.S. I Love You Day and reinforce the message that “You Are Not Alone.”

Benefits To Cooking Your Own Meals

Aging men and women may be tempted to eschew home cooking entirely. After all, there are plenty of convenient frozen or take-out foods available that can be whipped up in a snap. However, there are certain benefits to cooking your own meals. John Moore, DO, an Aetna medical director and senior health specialist, says that cooking can be good for helping to stave off cognitive decline. Dr. Moore notes that, when cooking, the mind is put to use following a recipe and learning new skills and tasks. Furthermore, cooking for oneself can boost seniors’ selfconfidence, reassuring them that they can handle an important daily task without

having to rely on their family for meals. As long as it is deemed safe (i.e., no sign of cognitive decline or forgetfulness), seniors should be encouraged to continue cooking.

430 South Wellwood Avenue, Lindenhurst, NY on Thursday, February 26, 2026 at 7:00 PM to consider the following:

THE FOLLOWING APPLICANT(S) ARE SEEKING TO RENEW THEIR TWO FAMILY PERMIT:

1. Martha Teran, 346 South Strong Avenue

2. Daniel & Catherine Cook, 537 Centre Avenue

North Delaware Avenue

15. Luisa Fernandez & Sahira Collado, 14 Newark Street

16. Joseph Sanguino, 31 Harrington Avenue

17. Sandra Hartman, 432 South 15th Street

18. Josephine Ehrlinger, 352 North Delaware Avenue

19. Tracy Walters, 484 South 16th Street

20. Krzysztof & Aneta Kulikowski, 60 North Jefferson Avenue

21. Barbara O’Brien, 554 South 16th Street

22. Dariusz Pikulinski, 316 North 7th Street

23. Ana & Marleny Canela, 294 South 11th Street

24. Gary Hahn, 181 Dallas Street

25. George Commisso, 248 Grand Avenue

26. Marzena Misztal, 399 32nd Street

temporary period. Property located at the above address and zoned “B residence” SCTM#: 103-016-003-055.2

30. Application of Jose Armando Reyes Romero, 208 South 10th Street, Lindenhurst, NY 11757 for permission to use the dwelling as a two family dwelling for a temporary period. Property located at the above address and zoned “B residence” SCTM#: 103-013002-086

31. Application of James Rostrup, 273 North 6th Street, Lindenhurst, NY 11757 for permission to use the dwelling as a two family dwelling for a temporary period. Property located at the above address and zoned “B residence” SCTM#: 103-006-004-050

32. Application of Nizamettin Aydogan, 685 Roosevelt Avenue, Lindenhurst, NY 11757 for permission to use the dwelling as a two family dwelling for a temporary period. Property located at the above address and zoned “B residence” SCTM#: 103-022002-090

37. Application of Jose Marte, 542 South Broadway, Lindenhurst, NY 11757 for permission to use the dwelling as a two family dwelling for a temporary period. Property located at the above address and zoned “A residence” SCTM#: 103-018-003-013

38. Application of Jennifer & David Winn, 353 South Wellwood Avenue, Lindenhurst, NY 11757 for permission to use the dwelling as a two family dwelling for a temporary period. Property located at the above address and zoned “A residence” SCTM#: 103-014002-105

39. Application of Anna Domagala, 458 South Pecan Street, Lindenhurst, NY 11757 for permission to use the dwelling as a two family dwelling for a temporary period. Property located at the above address and zoned “A residence” SCTM#: 103-018004-006.2

HEARING AS NEITHER APPLICANTS NOR A REPRESENTATIVE APPEARED:

1. AnnMarie Catania, 354 South 12th Street

2. Sarah Redulla-Marrero, 296 South 4th Street

3. Harvinder Nanda, 249 39th Street

4. William Torres, 580 Centre Avenue

5. Application of Fernando Collado Fernandez, 366 North Erie Avenue, Lindenhurst, NY 11757 for permission to use the dwelling as a two family

dwelling for a temporary period. Property located at the above address and zoned “B residence” SCTM#: 103-007003-084

Upon the hearing, the applicant must appear in person or by agent or by attorney. Persons wishing to appear at the hearing may do so. Communications in writing in relation there to may be filed with the board before or at the meeting.

HOWIE BOYNTON, CHAIRMAN

LV N & S - 859 - 2/18 & 2/25/26

6. Keith Dahmen, 649 South 6th Street

7. Pawel Jedra, 621 North Lewis Avenue

8. Gabriele & Stephen Larkin, 272 36th Street

9. Maria Wiszowaty, 53 Fremont Street

10. Susan Gigante, 132 42nd Street

11. Diana Carrasquillo, 465 North Erie Avenue

12. Jan Bronakowski, 446 South 9th Street

13. Joseph & Dilcia Riceputo, 540 North Clinton Avenue

14. Zbigniew Boniecki, 691

27. Terrance & Lisa Fiske, 260 North Alleghany Avenue

28. Application of Douglas Madlon, 36 North Indiana Avenue, Lindenhurst, NY 11757 for permission to renew a second kitchen for personal use for a temporary period. Property located at the above address and zoned B Residence SCTM#: 103-016001-016.3

THE FOLLOWING APPLICANT(S) ARE SEEKING TO APPLY FOR THE TWO FAMILY PERMIT:

29. Application of Anisa & Habib Tarzi, 435 Nevada Street, Lindenhurst, NY 11757 for permission to use the dwelling as a two family dwelling for a

33. Application of Miguel Jimenez, 545 South 6th Street, Lindenhurst, NY 11757 for permission to use the dwelling as a two family dwelling for a temporary period. Property located at the above address and zoned “B residence” SCTM#: 103-018-002-024

34. Application of Hulya Nisanci, 495 North Railroad Avenue, Lindenhurst, NY 11757 for permission to use the dwelling as a two family dwelling for a temporary period. Property located at the above address and zoned “B residence” SCTM#: 103-008005-003.2

35. Application of Ralph Wyderka, 617 South Walnut Street, Lindenhurst, NY 11757 for permission to use the dwelling as a two family dwelling for a temporary period. Property located at the above address and zoned “C residence” SCTM#: 103-021003-022

36. Application of Christopher Fenner, 572 South 6th Street, Lindenhurst, NY 11757 for permission to use the dwelling as a two family dwelling for a temporary period. Property located at the above address and zoned “B residence” SCTM#: 103-018-002-039

Heart Health

(NAPSA)—The American Heart Association recommends that adults get at least 150 minutes of moderateintensity physical activity each week. Learn more at partnering4health.org.

40. Application of Madeline Vega, 32 Easton Street, Lindenhurst, NY 11757 for permission to use the dwelling as a two family dwelling for a temporary period. Property located at the above address and zoned “B residence” SCTM#: 103-007-001-093

THE FOLLOWING APPLICANT(S) HAVE BEEN RESCHEDULED FROM THE JANUARY 22, 2026 PUBLIC

3. John & Kelly Wharry, 740 South 6th Street

4. Anthony Lagos, 240 North Lewis Avenue

5. Andrzej Sliwka, 532 Grand Avenue

New York Blood Center Declares Blood Emergency Amid Sharp Post-Holiday Donation

New York Blood Center (NYBC) has declared a blood emergency, urging immediate donations as supplies fall to critically low levels. Holiday disruptions, severe winter storms, canceled blood drives, and widespread seasonal illness have caused donations to drop nearly 40% below hospital demand, leaving less than a two-day supply for more than 200 hospitals across the tri-state area.

Recent challenges include major snowstorms that halted travel and blood drives, record flu activity with over 71,000 cases reported in a single week, and holiday timing that eliminated two weeks of peak midweek collections—resulting in about 10,000 fewer donations than needed. “Blood is needed every single day for trauma care, surgeries, cancer treatment, and chronic conditions,” said Jeannie Mascolino, NYBC Vice President of Blood Operations.

Although January is National Blood Donor Month, the need is urgent now due to blood’s limited shelf life. NYBC encourages eligible donors to schedule an appointment by calling 1-800-9332566 or visiting nybc.org. Those unable to donate can still help by volunteering or supporting NYBC’s mission financially at nybc.org/support-us.

State Utilities is a major oil dealer on Long Island providing heating fuel to residents and businesses in Nassau and Suffolk County; we offer on-line fuel ordering, delivery, and full service heating oil contracts. State Utilities takes pride in supplying fuel you need to heat your home and/or office to the comfort level you desire. Winter can be long and brutal, and should your burner fail to start it can become a crucial disaster. It is comforting to have full service during this disruption by contacting us by telephone or Email, no matter what the weather outside.

Celebrating 74 years in business, we are grateful to the many generations of loyal customers who have entrusted State Utilities with their interior comfort. Thank

SUNDAY, DEC. 7th

FEBRUARY

WEDNESDAY, FEB. 25th

7:00PM

BOY BAND & POP DIVA

MUSIC BINGO

317 Main Street in Farmingdale. All winners will receive a prize! Reserve your spot now and purchase your ticket! 21+ / Limited menu available during the event. For more information, please call 631-921-4670

SATURDAY, FEB. 28th

11:00AM-4:00PM

HIDDEN HEARTS SCAVENGER HUNT

At The Whaling Museum & Education Center, 301 Main St. in Cold Spring Harbor. Find the hidden hearts and snag a prize! Free Event. For more information, please call 631-367-3418

9:00AM-2:30PM

CLOTHING DRIVE at Hicksville High School, 180 Division Avenue. Fundraising clothing drive in support of The Sarah Grace Foundation For Children With Cancer. The Foundation is an all-volunteer Hicksville based charity that has supported these children and families for 23 years. Items can be dropped off in the main lobby of HICKSVILLE HIGH SCHOOL on Saturday, February 28.

2:00PM

MEGA MAGIC WITH MIKE D’URZO Award-winning magician and mentalist. Michael J. Grant Campus

MAKE A SUBMISSION! Events must be submitted at least two weeks prior to the event date and will run free of charge on a space available basis. For more information, please call 631.226.2636 x275 or send events to editorial@longislandmediagroup.com

in Brentwood. The Theatres at Suffolk County Community College, in partnership with the Lively Arts Series, announce the Spring 2026 Season, featuring a dynamic lineup of performances presented at the Michael J. Grant and Ammerman campuses. Tickets and information available at sunysuffolk.edu/ spotlight or by calling: Michael J. Grant Campus, Brentwood: 631851-6589, Ammerman Campus, Selden: 631-451-4163

SATURDAY, FEB. 28th

10:00 AM to 7:00 PM

SUNDAY, MARCH 1st 10:00 AM to 5:00 PM LONG ISLAND PET SHOW 2026 at Suffolk Federal Credit Union Arena, 1001 Crooked Hill Road in Brentwood. The Long Island Pet Expo is designed to educate and entertain the public about the wonderful world of pets. Featuring many pet vendors, educational and entertaining performances, special attractions, hands-on-petting opportunities, pet adoptions, and outstanding shopping for pet lovers and their pets. Well behaved leashed pets are welcome! A fun day for the whole family!

UPCOMING MARCH EVENTS

MONDAY, MARCH 2nd

7:00PM-9:00PM

THE HISTORY OF THE SOUTH SIDE

SPORTSMAN'S CLUB

The Historical Society of Islip Hamlet will host Ed Gross,

Historian, on the history of the Sportsman's Club; how it grew from an 18th century house to an Inn. Presidents and notables of the era hunted and ﬁshed there. The Club worked with Robert Moses to create Connetquot River State Park. Meeting will take place at the Islip Public Library, 71 Monell Ave, is free and open to the public. For more info: www.isliphamlethistory. org, 631-559-2915.

WEDNESDAY, MARCH 4th

12:00PM-4:00PM

SENIOR CITIZEN

ST. PATTY'S PARTY LUNCHEON

Join The New Serenaders at The Irish Coffee Pub for a St. Patty's Party Luncheon. Get ready to enjoy an afternoon of delicious food, drink, singing, and dancing fun. Included will be a 3-course meal with choice of entree, unlimited beer, wine, soda, dessert, coffee, tea, music, and more. The Irish Coffee Pub is located at 131 Carleton Avenue in East Islip. For more information, please call 631277-0007

SATURDAY, MARCH 7th

6:00PM

CHEF COMPETITION

Cook your favorite entree or dessert or just come, taste and cast your vote. Admission $10. Grace United Methodist Church, 515 S. Wellwood Avenue in Lindenhurst. For more information, and to RSVP, please call 631-226-8690

Local Library Resources That Might Surprise You How Reading Builds Young Children’s

Did You Know?

Avid readers may feel there’s nothing better than diving into a good book, but that book might be even more beneficial than they realize, particularly for older book lovers. A study published in the journal Social Science & Medicine noted that reading books can promote empathy, social perception and emotional intelligence, notable benefits that researchers found contributed to a survival advantage. Researchers behind the study noted book readers experienced a 20 percent reduction in risk of mortality over a 12-year followup period than non-book readers. Equally notable among the researchers’ findings was older individuals who read books enjoyed this survival advantage regardless of their gender, overall health, socioeconomic status, or education levels.

Local libraries have a lot to offer. While the chance to borrow a great book free of charge is reason enough to visit a local library, libraries also offer a host of additional resources, some of which might surprise you.

• Museum passes: Some libraries allow residents with library cards to borrow passes for complimentary admission to popular museums and other cultural attractions. Museum entrance fees can be costly, so this benefit can provide ample cost savings, particularly for families with children who might otherwise need to purchase multiple passes for a single visit.

• Park passes: Library cardholders also might be eligible to borrow passes to state or national parks. Parks provide a unique way to experience local culture and the beauty of nature, so this is a benefit worth looking into for those who can’t get enough of the great outdoors.

• Help with forms or registration: Many local libraries offer assistance to local residents looking for help with certain government forms or registrations, including passport applications or renewals. These programs can help residents navigate application processes that can be more complex and confusing than residents may realize.

• Book clubs: Books are arguably the most well-known offering available at local libraries, so it

makes perfect sense that some facilities organize book clubs for local readers. Many host clubs for readers of all ages, and some may even host genre-specific clubs, meaning there might be a club for anyone, whether they’re avid fantasy fans, mystery devotees or students of sci-fi.

• Streaming content: Print books might be a specialty at local libraries, but many also offer cardholders access to movies or television shows via a streaming service like Kanopy. Audiobooks and e-books also may be available to borrow free of charge.

• Professional resources: Volunteers at local libraries may offer their professional services free of charge. Volunteers may be local residents with extensive experience in business who can help young professionals identify opportunities and how to make the most of them or assist established professionals brush up on their résuméwriting skills.

• Board games: If game night is a popular pastime in your household, then you might want to see if your local library allows cardholders to borrow games. Many provide such services, which can help ensure no two game nights are the same.

Local libraries offer books and much, much more, typically at no cost to cardholders.

Vocabulary

A study from The Ohio State University found large differences in word exposure based on how often young children are read to. Children whose parents read them five books a day heard about 1.48 million words before kindergarten, compared with just over 4,600 words for children who were never read to. Even daily reading resulted in far fewer words than reading multiple books a day. Beyond vocabulary growth, reading supports children’s communication skills, empathy, literacy, and understanding of the world.

One study also noted the effects that reading to young children can have on the relationship between parent and child. That study, authored by researchers at the University of Wollongong in Australia and Boston University and published in the journal Archives of Disease in Childhood, found that reading to young children supports a strong relationship between parent and child.