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Paul Mazza/Zone2 photography Wyandanch firefighters rushed to the scene of a house fire on Cypress Street March 7, where one man died.
By CAROLYN JAMES cjames@liherald.com
Suffolk County Police Homicide Squad and Arson Section detectives are investigating a residential fire that killed a man in Wyandanch on Saturday, March 7. Police responded to 911 calls reporting a house fire at 30 Cypress Street, at approximately 1:50 p.m. Wyandanch firefighters arrived at the scene and put out the blaze. After the fire was extinguished, a person was found deceased in the home. The identity of the victim was not re -
leased.
The cause of death will be determined by an autopsy performed by personnel from the Office of the Suffolk County Medical Examiner. The victim was alone inside the residence at the time of the fire and no one else was injured, police said.
Suffolk County Police said late last week that detectives believe the cause of the fire to be non-criminal in nature, and the cause is still under investigation.
Efforts to reach a representative of Wyandanch Fire Department for comment were unsuccessful.
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By CHRISTIE LEIGH BABIRAD cbabirad@liherald.com
A proposed tax levy law and a measure to establish a Façade Improvement Board in the Village of Babylon drew a crowd at the Board of Trustees meeting on Feb. 24, with Mayor Mary Adams saying the discussion was meant to address misinformation circulating on social media.
“I think if someone put the winning lottery numbers out, I don’t think I would even believe it on a Facebook page,” Adams said at the meeting. “So, we are here to clarify.”
The first item discussed was a local law regarding the village’s tax levy. Adams stressed that the discussion was not a budget meeting, noting that the village budget has not yet been finalized. She then introduced Village Treasurer Andrew Reichel to explain the proposal.
Reichel said the tax levy law — commonly referred to as a tax cap override — has become a routine step municipalities take each year.
“A number of years ago the state passed a general municipal law that requires us to limit our tax levy increases,” Reichel said. “The reason why we are adopting this local law is if when we’re putting together the budget, we make a determination that we need to pierce the tax cap, which is limited to ei-
ther the rate of inflation or two percent, whichever is lower, then we are able to pierce the tax cap.”
Reichel emphasized that approving the law does not mean the village intends to exceed the cap.
“This is more of a precautionary thing that covers the village with regards to what our budget will potentially be,” he said.
Trustee Jeff Szabo echoed that the budget process is still underway.
“We just ask that the residents be patient,” Szabo said. “As Andrew mentioned, we’re in the initial development of the budget and we are all very mindful of village taxes.”
The board later voted to adopt the law at the regular meeting, and it will take effect after it is filed with the New York Secretary of State.
The board also discussed a law establishing a Façade Improvement Board, which Adams described as a way to support improvements in the village’s downtown business district.
The concept, she said, is to assist longtime businesses in updating their storefronts and properties.
As an example, Adams referenced the redevelopment of Lo-Man’s Outdoor Store, where plans call for retail space on the ground floor and offices above.
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The following are a list of public meetings and special events for the coming week: Please note: All meetings are subject to change without notice.
SATURDAY, March 21
•Remembering the Ladies - Long Island Women during the Revolutionary War: 2 p.m., at the Babylon Village Historical Museum, 117 W. Main St., Babylon Village. Women are almost invisible in most accounts of the Revolutionary War on Long Island, though they experienced more than seven years of British occupation, skirmishes, and calculated humiliations. This PowerPoint presentation sheds light on what life was like for women during the war and how they coped. Presented by Natalie Naylor. Free for BVHS Members, $5 for non-members. For more information, call the museum @ 631-669-1756.
MONDAY, March 23
•Babylon School Board of Education meeting: 7:30 p.m., Babylon Jr./Sr. High School library, 50 Railroad Ave., Babylon. For info., call 631-893-7925.
TUESDAY, March 24
•Village of Babylon Board of Trustees meeting: 7 p.m. (work session); 8 p.m. (regular meeting); Village Hall, 153 W. Main St., Babylon. For additional meeting information, call 631-669-1500; or email: info@villageofbabylonny.gov; or visit the web site @https://www.villageofbabylonny.gov.
•West Babylon School Board of Education meeting: 7 p.m. at the West Babylon Administration Building, 10 Farmingdale Rd., W. Babylon. For info., call 631376-7008.
•Deer Park School Board of Education meeting: 8 p.m. at the District Office, 1881 Deer Park Ave., Deer Park. For more info., call 631-274-4013; or visit the web site @http://www.deerparkschools.org.
•West Islip School Board of Education meeting: 7:30 p.m., Beach Street Middle School, 17 Beach St., W. Islip. For info., call 631-893-3200.
WEDNESDAY, Match 25
•Town of Babylon Town Board meeting: 3 p.m., Town Board Room, 200 E. Sunrise Hwy., Lindenhurst. For additional information, call 631-957-3100.
THURSDAY, March 26
•Village of Babylon Planning Board: 7:30 p.m. @ Village Hall, 153 W. Main St., Babylon. For additional meeting information, call 631-669-1500; or email info@ villageofbabylonny.gov, or visit the web site @https://www.villageofbabylonny. gov.
•Celebrating 250 Years of Long Island History: 7 - 8:30 p.m. at the West Babylon Library, 211 Route 109, West Babylon, This July, the United States will celebrate 250 years as a country. Join Eco-Photo Explorers as we uncover Long Island’s unique journey—from wartime events to cultural milestones—shaping
the island we know today. A fast-paced, fascinating look at two and a half centuries of local history. Registration is required and ongoing (the event is for
registrants age 18 years and olde). To register or for more information, call 631669-5445: or go to their web site @ http:// wbab.suffolk.lib.ny.us
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The American Legion, Sgt. John Sardiello Post 1634 will be hosting a Wine and Cheese Social with charcuterie board demonstrations on March 28 from 6:30 to 9:30 p.m. at 10 Bruce St., West Babylon. The cost is $35 per person. There will be beverages and a full sampling of over 30 board items as well as music and a 50/50.
To purchase tickets, visit zeffy.com/ en-us/ticketing/american-legion-post1634-event-tickets.
There is no service fee for using this service.
For more information, please contact Billie Jo Vozza at secretary.post1634@ gmail.com
Serving our Savior, SOS, Feeding Ministry at the First Presbyterian Church of Babylon welcomes all to join them for their St. Patrick’s Day Sit-Down Dinner on March 19 at 4:30 p.m.
This event is free and open to everyone. Registration is not required. The First Presbyterian Church of Babylon is located at 79 E. Main St., Babylon. For more information, please call (631) 587-5838.
By CAROLYN JAMES cjames@liherld.com
The Lindenhurst Mayor’s Beautification Society held its annual Pancake Breakfast on Feb. 22 at the Lindenhurst Fireman’s Pavilion, drawing nearly 200 residents despite a blizzard forecast later that afternoon.
This year’s event honored the memory of Evelyn and Floyd Chivvis, longtime Lindenhurst residents and dedicated members of the Lindenhurst Beautification Society.
“This is always a wonderful event,” said resident Patty Schimmel, who attended with friends and neighbors.
Village officials were also in attendance, including Mayor Mike Lavorata and Deputy Mayor Maryann Weckerle, who serves as chairperson of the Mayor’s Beautification Society. Weckerle said the breakfast consistently draws a strong turnout of residents who enjoy supporting the organization and its efforts to improve the appearance of the village.
The Mayor’s Beautification Society of Lindenhurst, a nonprofit organization within the village, works to enhance the
appearance of the community and encourage civic pride among residents and business owners.
Through volunteer efforts and community partnerships, the society promotes initiatives aimed at creating a cleaner, more welcoming environment for those who live, work and shop in Lindenhurst. The group also works to raise public awareness about maintaining attractive homes, businesses and public spaces while recognizing residents and merchants who contribute to the village’s overall beauty.
“It was amazing, especially when you consider that the snow was looming right around the corner,” Weckerle said. “We had a nice crowd, and the crew in the kitchen was great as always.”
Weckerle also thanked members of the Rotary Interact Club for volunteering and helping serve guests.
The society’s next event will be its annual spring flower sale, held from April through May, when the group sells geraniums, the village’s official flower.
For more information about the flower sale or membership in the Lindenhurst Beautification Society, visit shorturl.at/ kU2kj.
Babylon Town Councilman Anthony Manetta is inviting residents across the Town of Babylon to help support local families by participating in his fifth annual Easter candy collection.
Now through March 31, residents are encouraged to donate new, unopened Easter candy. The donations will be distributed to local food pantries throughout the Town of Babylon to help families in need during the Easter season.
Donations can be dropped off Monday-Friday from 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. at Babylon Town Hall, 200 E. Sunrise Highway in Lindenhurst. A designated drop-off bin is in the Town Hall lobby.
“All children deserve the chance to experience the joy of the Easter holiday,” Manetta said. “This collection is a simple way for our community to come together and make sure families who rely on local food pantries can still celebrate. Every donation helps bring a smile to a child’s face.”
The annual candy drive is co-sponsored by the West Babylon Lions Club, whose members support charitable efforts throughout the community.
Residents with questions or those interested in arranging additional dropoff options can contact Manetta’s office at 631-957-4482.
Community members are encouraged to participate and help make this Easter a little sweeter for families across the Town of Babylon.
THE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH OF BABYLON
Corner of Deer Park Avenue and James Street in the Village of Babylon, 631-661-5151
Website: babylonumc.org
Pastor: The Rev. Melissa Boyer
SUNDAY SERVICES
9:30am - Worship in the Church
at Website - 9:30am
Home of the James Street Players and the UMC Nursery School Open Hearts, Open Minds, Open Doors
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Suffolk County police arrested two Bronx men March 7 after a high-speed chase. Police charged they were responsible for multiple catalytic converter thefts in the area.
Police said Henry Cruz and Luis Acosta were observed removing converters from vehicles on East Hoffman Avenue,
The following incidents have been reported by the Suffolk County Police Department and other law enforcement and emergency service units.
North Amityville: Someone went into an unlocked 2014 Infiniti that was parked on Dr. Reed Blvd., on March 5, and stole a set of house keys. The theft was reported at 5:01 p.m.
Copiague: Suffolk Police arrested Maria Batista Detavares, 53, of 222 41 St., North Amityville charging her with stealing an assortment of cosmetics from Target, 1149 Sunrise Hwy., Copiague. On March 4. The arrest was made at 3:30 p.m.
North Babylon: A gym bag was stolen from a locker at LA Fitness, 1230 Deer Park Avenue on March 2. The bag contained a wallet, keys, drives license and cash. the theft was reported at 8:30 p.m.
Babylon: Suffolk Police arrested Verna Morris, 56, of 85 Park Avenue, March 4, charging that she pulled a kitchen knife, threatening a man at that address. The incident occurred at 8:32 a.m.
North Clinton Street, 48th Street, and 40th Street, Lindenhurst. Police said they fled a traffic stop in a 2021 Maserati Levante SUV, prompting a pursuit onto the westbound Southern State Parkway. Officers deployed stop sticks, flattening the SUV’s tires. The suspects attempted to flee on foot
INTOXICATED/IMPAIRED
Francisco Justiniano, 52, of 447 42 St., Lindenhurst; Roberto Dominguez, 45, of 181 Maple Ave., Rockville Centre; Alexander Williams, 27, of 116 Pickwick Ln., North Babylon; Michael Gonzalez, 37, of 41 Fischer Ave., Islip Terrace (drugs); Gianfranco Trujillo, 34, of 31 Oak St., Centereach; Ernest Simpson, 33, of 26 Irvin St., Central Islip; Maricelo Nunez Huaman, 21 of 2 Jaro Ct., Bay Shore; Alana Parisi, 38, of 515 Lombard St., North Babylon.
ANIMAL ABUSE
Peter Miller, 61, of 1088 Connetquot Ave., Central Islip (charged with failing to register as an animal abuse offender.)
GRAND LARCENY
Carlos Torres Rodriguez, 28, of 16223 102 St., Howard Beach; Latoya Rolle, 41, of 76 E. Minerva Rd., Copiague; Mekayla Whitter, 29, of 116 Williams Ave., Brooklyn.
PETIT LARCENY
Callie Giambalvo, 24, of3014 Clovermere Rd., Wantagh; Jana Johanson, 35, of 236 S. 9 St., Lindenhurst; Pauline Woolworth, 50, of 100 Spagnoli Rd., Melville; Desmond Persaud, 42, of 5 Dubon Ct., East Farmingdale; Maria Storms, 45, of 1396. Illinois Ave., Bay Shore; Jonathan Pachaspuchuri, 35, of 231 E. 1st St., Deer Park; Douglas Reyes, 24 of 911 11 St., West Babylon; Valentina Cassarino, 26, of 250 Grant Ave., Copiague.
Copiague: A woman, Jaclyn Marino, was arrested and charged with burglary after she went into Target, 1149 Sunrise Highway, and stole an assortment of items valued at $315. Marino, 37, of 47 Wellington Pl., Amityville, was charged with burglary because she had been cautioned that she was not permitted in the store following several other incidents, police said.
BURGLARY
Michele Brown, 29, of 1225 St., St. Paul St., Baldwin.
ROBBERY
Davon Johnson, 43, of 16 Penndale Dr., North Amityville. —Carolyn James
People named in Crime Watch items as having been arrested and charged with violations or crimes are only suspected of committing those acts of which they are accused. They are all presumed to be innocent of those charges until and unless found guilty in a court of law.
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Developers working on large projects in the village must pay several fees, she explained, including a downtown business improvement fee that would help fund façade improvements.
“They, the developers, would be paying $2 per square foot of retail space that they have and at the time that they’re looking to open up, that fee would become due,” Adams said. “They would be paying it to the Building Department and we have a special account in that fund that now goes to help the Façade Board.”
According to Adams, members of the Façade Improvement Board are appointed by the mayor to three-year terms. Members receive a $1,000 annual stipend and would meet monthly, conduct walkthroughs in the village, participate in on-site inspections and hear from applicants seeking assistance.
Adams noted that the program awarded a $500 grant last year, which was used by Good Hair Day in the village. The owner matched the grant amount, using the funds to clean the walkway and front window and install an awning.
“Which absolutely looks wonderful,” Adams said. “So, it helped promote her business, and that’s what we’re looking to do.”
She added that the program does not use public funds.
“It’s a grant program that was paid by the new developer, and it’s only to help our businesses in the downtown that have been here for years,” Adams said.
Szabo said he supports the initiative.
“I think it’s creative,” he said. “It’s seeking to benefit the downtown and keep up its appearance.”
The board also adopted that law at the regular meeting. It will take effect once filed with the Secretary of State.
The final item of the public hearing was an application for a special-use permit for the proposed Whiskey Down Diner at 175 E. Main St., the former location of Gemelli’s. The project was approved at the Village’s March 10 meeting and the diner could open as early as the fall said the owners.
Co-founder John Kanaras told the board the restaurant would largely mirror the group’s existing diner in Farmingdale.
In other business, the board:
•Granted permission to the Great South Bay Amateur Radio Club to host International Marconi Day activities in the North Carll Avenue municipal parking lot near Village Hall, 153 W. Main St., on April 25 from 7 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.
•Permitted Babylon Junior-Senior High School to use the Locust Avenue
south field, including the lights, press box and concession stand, on April 28 at 5:30 p.m. for the 15th annual Peter Figoski Memorial Softball Game.
•Appointed the following members to the Façade Improvement Board for three-year terms: Charles Torres, chairman; Peter Buser; Ken Rogers; Carrie O’Farrell; and Tom Vitale.
•Granted permission to Babylon Pride to hold a Pride Parade on June 7. Participants will gather beginning at 1:30 p.m. in the Fitness Incentive rear parking lot.
•Approved St. Joseph’s Church to conduct the annual “Stations of the Cross” around Argyle Lake on Good Friday, April 3, beginning at 1 p.m., with assistance from village code enforcement.
•Granted permission to Save the Great South Bay to hold the seventh annual Community Creek Clean Up along Sumpwams Creek at Hawley’s Pond on March 28 from 8 a.m. to noon, with a rain date of March 29. An opening ceremony is planned for 8:45 a.m.
•Increased the fee for electric use at village marinas to $125, effective for the 2026 boating season.
•Granted permission to the Babylon Breast Cancer Coalition to display temporary 8½-by-11-inch signs at various merchants in the village from April 4 to May 9 promoting the Chefs for a Cause fundraiser, scheduled for May 13 at The
Piermont. The next Village of Babylon board meeting is scheduled for March 24 at 8 p.m. at Village Hall, 153 W. Main St.
By CAROLYN JAMES cjames@liherald.com
The Amityville school community is remembering Donald Twomey as a devoted educator whose patience and kindness shaped the lives of countless students over more than two decades.
Twomey, a special education teacher in the Amityville School District for over 20 years, died Feb. 22. He was 58. At the district’s March 4 Board of Education meeting, Superintendent Gina Talbert asked the community to pause for a moment of silence in his honor, remembering him as a teacher who brought compassion and commitment to his classroom.
“He was committed to fostering an inclusive and supportive learning environment,” Talbert said. Colleagues, she added, often saw in Twomey a steady example of “dedication, kindness and patience.”
A longtime West Islip resident, Twomey earned his teaching degree from SUNY Cortland and later received a Master of Science degree from Long Island University. Over the years, he built a reputation among students and colleagues alike as an educator who cared deeply about helping children succeed.
Outside the classroom, his family said, Twomey’s love of teaching was something his children grew up hearing about often.
“I can recall when I was younger how my father would talk about his love of teaching,” said his son, Chris Twomey. “He always encouraged us to try new things and to participate in the things we liked as much as possible.”
Mr. Twomey grew up in Jamesport where he helped manage and care for many dogs in a kennel his father maintained at their home. It was there, said his son, that he developed a great affection for dogs.
Twomey was a parishioner at Our Lady of Lourdes R.C. Church in West Islip and a member of the church’s men’s group. He was also an avid sports fan who followed the New York Mets and Islanders.
He especially enjoyed visiting Walt Disney World in Florida — trips his son said brought out his father’s playful side.
“He loved the park and the rides; his favorite was the Pirates of the Caribbean,” Chris Twomey said.
Humor was also a defining trait.
“He also loved making jokes,” his
son said. “And if he got people to laugh at one, he would tell it over and over again.”
Twomey is survived by his wife, Nancy; his son, Christopher and his daughter, Deirdre both of West Islip, and his sister, Traci Turecek and her husband Mike of Killingworth, Connecticut. He also leaves behind his dog, Jordan, and his cats, Ben, Jerry and Chloe.
Visitation was held March 6 at Fredrick J. Chapey & Sons Funeral Home in West Islip. A Mass of Christian Burial was celebrated the following day at Our Lady of Lourdes R.C. Church.
Save the Great South Bay will be hosting multiple clean ups in our local area. Volunteers are welcome and encouraged. Please note that the dates may change due to rain or other circumstances.
Please sign-up on Sign UP Genius to be alerted of changes.
Local clean-ups will be taking place on the following dates: March 21 at Carlls River, Park Avenue Tennis Courts in
Babylon; March 28 at Hawley’s Lake, Hawley’s Place Park, Babylon; April 12 in Lindenhurst at Neguntatogue Creek, Lincoln Ave.; and April 19 at Santapogue Creek, LA Fitness parking lot, West Babylon.
To sign-up and for times, visit savethegreatsouthbay.org/volunteer.
For more information, contact info@ savethegreatsouthbay.org
The Town of Babylon will be holding their Women’s History Program on March 26 in the auditorium at Walter G. O’Connell Copiague High School at 6 p.m.
The 2026 theme is “Leading the Change: Women Shaping a Sustainable Future.”
Entertainment will be provided by
Copiague High School Madrigal Choir and Women’s Empowerment Leadership Group.
For more information, please call (631) 957-4292.
Walter G. O’ Connell Copiague High School is located at 1100 Dixon Ave., Copiague.
A Deer Park man was indicted by a Nassau County grand jury for allegedly stealing more than $157,000 from the Chabad Lubavich Temple & Synagogue in Roslyn.
Rami Mohamad, 43, was arraigned last week before Judge Caryn Fink on a grand larceny charge. He pleaded not guilty and was ordered to surrender his passport and submit to electronic ankle monitoring. If convicted, Mohamad faces 5 to 15 years in prison.
According to Nassau County District Attorney Anne T. Donnelly, Mohamad allegedly gained control of a synagogue bank account and made nearly 350 unauthorized debit transactions. “This
defendant allegedly turned a check he received for services into a more than $157,000 illegal payday, using the funds for personal purchases, utility bills, and other debits,” Donnelly said.
The missing funds were first discovered in December 2024. Detectives from the Nassau County Police Department’s Fraud and Forgery Section arrested Mohamad on September 24, 2025. The NCDA and NCPD continued their investigation following the arrest.
Anyone who believes they may have been a victim of Mohamad is urged to call the NCDA’s Criminal Complaint Unit at 516-571-3505.
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Cruz and Acosta face charges including assault on an officer, auto stripping, criminal mischief, and resisting arrest. Cruz was also charged with unlawful fleeing.
Authorities are investigating whether the pair are connected to other catalytic converter thefts in the First Precinct.
Over the past several months, there have been dozens of incidents in which catalytic converters have been stolen from vehicles throughout the First Precinct. In addition to the thefts for which Cruz and Acosta are accused, police have reported that over the past two weeks, catalytic converters have been stolen from vehicles on 12th and 13th streets, Lindenhurst; 50th
St., North Lindenhurst; two on Bolton Street, North Lindenhurst; June Street, North Lindenhurst; Dixon Avenue, Maple Court, Ferndale Court, and Bergen Court, Copiague, and two on Nathalie Avenue, North Amityville.
According to catalyticconverter.com, thieves target catalytic converters because of the valuable metals inside. These components contain platinum, palladium, and rhodium—precious metals whose prices have surged in recent years. Hybrids, SUVs and trucks are most at risk because the catalytic converters are accessible and can be quickly and easily removed, usually within less than five minutes. Replacement costs can exceed $3,000 for the vehicle’s owner. Companies sell shields that can be placed over the catalytic converters to make them more difficult to remove which slows down thieves.
For reporting a theft in progress, call 9/11. To provide police with information
Bereavement Support Group
Bereavement Support Group hosted by Our Lady of Grace Church, 666 Albin Ave., West Babylon, every Saturday through November 8, from 9:30 to 11 a.m. For more information, contact John Laszewski 631 874-0210.
Offered by Hands Across Long Island, Inc. (HALI), Food Pantry and Clothing Closet work together to alleviate hunger, address food insecurity, and fulfill the basic need for clothing within the surrounding community. By offering a diverse selection of food items and clothing options, we support individuals and families facing economic challenges while promoting dignity, sustainability, and community support in times of adversity. For more information, go to: www.hali88. org or call 631-234-1925. HALI is at 159 Brightside Ave., Central Islip.
Drug and Alcohol Rehabilitation
•LICADD substance abuse 24-hour hotline: 631-979-1700; licadd.org
•DASH: 631-952-3333; fsl-li.org/helpservices/diagnosis-assessment-andstabilization-hub-dash
•Talbot House: 24-hr. substance abuse crisis center: 631-589-4144; catholiccharities.cc/our-services/chemicaldependence
•Response Crisis Center, suicide prevention, 631-751-7500; responsecrisiscenter.org
•VIBS: Domestic violence, sexual assault, 24-hour hotline, 631-360-3606; vibs.org 24/7 Emergency Hotlines
•N.C. Drug & Alcohol Hotline: 516227-8255
• LI Crisis Center: 516-679-1111
• Response Crisis Center: 631-751-7500
• S.C. Drug & alcohol hotline: 631-9791700
By ROKSANA AMID, ALYSSA R. GRIFFIN & ABBEY SALVEMINI of the Herald Community Newspapers
Fourth installment in a series about water.
Flooding streets, polluted bays and aging infrastructure are reshaping life along Nassau and Suffolk counties’ coasts. From the barrier island neighborhoods of Long Beach and Island Park to the waterways of the Great South Bay and Hempstead Harbor, communities are confronting the growing impacts of rising water, runoff and environmental strain.
Across Long Island, scientists and planners say, climate change, development patterns and aging infrastructure are converging to create new risks for coastal communities.
Heavy rain can quickly overwhelm parts of Nassau County’s South Shore. In the West End of Long Beach, storm drains can fill within minutes as water pools at intersections, climbs curbs and creeps toward front steps. In nearby Freeport, residents sometimes wade through ankle-deep water along canal-side streets. In a Facebook poll from the Herald, residents of Oceanside and Island Park were invited to share experiences with bayside flooding.
Heavy rain combined with high tide, residents say, can push water back up through storm drains. Major flooding events, they report, have struck several times in recent years. High tides — particularly during a new moon and combined with strong winds — can bring roughly a foot of water onto some blocks.
Across the South Shore, flooding is no longer unusual. In many communities, it has become a regular part of life.
Long Beach and Island Park sit on narrow barrier islands only a few feet above sea level, while Freeport and Oceanside stretch along canals and bays that funnel water inland. All four communities connect through Reynolds Channel and the Western Bays, allowing tidal surges to move freely between them.
Much of the infrastructure in and beneath these communities — storm drains, sewer lines and bulkheads — was built decades ago, before sea levels began rising and extreme rainfall became more common.
“When you look at repeated flooding in coastal places like Long Beach and Freeport,” Amy Chester, managing director of the climate resilience nonprofit Rebuild by Design, said, “a huge part of the vulnerability comes down to how these neighborhoods were originally built, where houses went, how high they were built and what infrastructure was put underneath them.”
Many South Shore communities expanded rapidly during the post–World War II housing boom. Natural landscapes that once absorbed rainfall were replaced with pavement and development, while stormwater systems were designed with the assumption that rain would fall and simply drain away. Today, that assumption often proves faulty.
Living with water
Flooding now shapes daily life in many South Shore neighborhoods. Many residents move their cars to higher ground when storms threaten. Others install
pumps in crawlspaces to push water back outside, though many say it still seeps back in. For many households, flooding now affects everyday decisions — from where to park to whether work or school schedules may change.
And flooding doesn’t stop at municipal borders. Rain falling in higher-elevation communities such as Lynbrook eventually flows downhill toward the bay. During intense storms, runoff travels from Nassau’s glacial high points on the North Shore toward its lowest-lying southern communities.
“If you look at the topography, it’s the result of a terminal moraine left by a glacier,” said Georgeen Theodore, an architect and urban planner with Interboro Partners. “Water flows from the high point to the low point. What happens to a town on the bay is connected to towns uphill.”
Because of that connection, Theodore said, climate resilience must be addressed regionally. “Climate vulnerability cannot be solved by one village alone,” she said.
In Long Beach, the highest elevations are along the oceanfront, descending toward Reynolds Channel, where flooding is more common. Similar patterns appear along Freeport’s canals and along Island Park’s lowest blocks, where water tends to pond first and recede last.
Many resilience programs focus on homeowners, offering grants to elevate houses or retrofit properties. Renters, and residents of multifamily buildings, often have fewer options.
“If you don’t own your home, what are your choices?” Chester asked. “You can’t elevate the building. You can’t redesign the drainage.”
Historic housing policies also play a role. In the 1930s and 1940s, federal mortgage maps labeled certain neighborhoods risky for investment, often based on
race or religion. “What we see today is the legacy of those decisions,” Chester said. “Areas that were denied investment then are often the same places facing higher climate risk now.”
Theodore cautions against viewing flooding as purely natural. “Is it a natural disaster,” she asked, “or the outcome of decades of planning and housing decisions?”
Residents say that official responses to flooding have been inconsistent. Some recall sewer improvements in Island Park, but broader efforts have been limited. Experts say that effective solutions necessitate a regional approach.
The best way to manage rainfall, Theodore said, is to slow it before it reaches storm drains through strategies such as permeable pavement, rain gardens, increased tree cover and reducing paved surfaces.
“We want to slow the way water flows,” she said. “But we built for speed.”
With Nassau County already densely developed, creating space for water absorption has become increasingly difficult. Addressing flooding one property at a time won’t solve the larger problem, Theodore said, and long-term coordination will likely be necessary. Some residents worry about what the next decade may bring as sea levels rise and flooding becomes more common. Communities including Long Beach, Freeport, Island Park and Oceanside increasingly represent the front line of a worsening problem.
Pollution entering the Great South Bay is closely tied to what happens on land, particularly through
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groundwater and runoff. The bay stretches along the South Shore, between the Island’s “mainland” and Fire Island. While it receives freshwater from rivers and streams, a significant portion flows underground through Long Island’s aquifer system.
As groundwater moves through soil, it carries pollutants on its way to the bay. “Excess fertilizer can then make its way into the water column, and that is going to stimulate these algal blooms,” Ryan B. Wallace, assistant professor of environmental studies and sciences at Adelphi University, said. “We have to be able to reduce the amount of nitrogen that’s entering into our groundwater.”
Nitrogen pollution is one of the most significant environmental challenges facing the bay. Much of it originates from cesspools and septic systems, while fertilizers used on lawns, golf courses and farmland also contribute.
Excess nitrogen fuels algae growth. As algae die and decompose, bacteria consume oxygen in the water.
The bay has also experienced harmful algal blooms such as brown tide, which block sunlight from reaching the bay floor and damage seagrass habitat. Because groundwater moves slowly, pollution entering the aquifer today may take years — or even decades — to reach coastal waters.
Despite these challenges, local organizations are working to improve water quality.
Save the Great South Bay, a nonprofit founded in 2012, focuses on reducing pollution and restoring the bay’s ecosystem.
“In each of the 16 towns that cross that area, we have appointed a creek defender who is a local steward,” Executive Director Robyn Silvestri said. “They go out, they patrol the creeks, look for trash or anything else that might be blocking the creek. And then, once a year, they organize a major community cleanup.”
Volunteers patrol waterways for debris in addition to organizing the annual cleanups. Over the past several years, they have removed more than 85,000 pounds of trash from creeks feeding into the bay.
“Oysters used to be all over the bay, and now there’s basically no natural oysters in the bay,” Sylvestri said. “We have oyster farms, but no naturally occurring oysters. So we’re looking to reverse that.”
Because a single oyster can filter up to 50 gallons of water per day, restoring oyster reefs could significantly improve water quality.
Environmental advocates say that conditions in Hempstead Harbor have improved significantly over the past several decades, though pollution from runoff, septic systems and aging infrastructure still affects nearby communities.
The harbor connects to Glen Cove Creek and several tributaries along the North Shore, and serves as both an ecological system and a drainage outlet for
the surrounding watershed.
“We have a long-term water monitoring program, which is really the backbone of what we do,” Michelle Lapinel McAllister, programs director for the Coalition to Save Hempstead Harbor, said. “We’ve had consistent and uninterrupted monitoring since 1992.”
Researchers collect water samples year-round to measure nitrogen, bacteria and dissolved oxygen. “The main issues come down to nutrient pollution, bacteria and plastic pollution,” McAllister said.
Nitrogen pollution remains a persistent challenge, because excess nutrients can fuel algal blooms that reduce oxygen levels in the water.
Despite those challenges, the harbor has improved. In 2011, roughly 2,500 acres of shellfish beds reopened after being closed for more than 40 years because of high bacteria levels.
Oyster restoration has also helped improve water quality. Through partnerships with volunteers and federal grants, the coalition has planted more than 1.7 million oysters in Hempstead Harbor since 2022.
Nassau County Legislator Delia DeRiggi-Whitton said that wastewater infrastructure remains a concern on the North Shore, where many communities still rely on septic systems.
“90 percent of Nassau County is sewered, and out of the 10 percent that is not sewered, 90 percent is in my district,” DeRiggi-Whitton said.
County officials have also targeted pollution flowing from Scutter’s Pond, in Sea Cliff, once identified as a major
contamination source for Hempstead Harbor. Officials installed a catch basin and weir system designed to filter runoff before it reaches the harbor.
“It’s basically a filter,” DeRiggi-Whitton said. “It just skims the water and takes out the pollutants that would go into Hempstead Harbor.” The roughly $250,000 project significantly reduced the amount of contamination entering the harbor.
Assemblyman Charles Lavine said that flooding in Glen Cove in 2024 illustrated how stormwater moves through the landscape. “Any groundwater that collects as a result of storms is going to find its way toward the lowest point,” Lavine said. “That’s gravity.”
Residents of Glen Cove’s Woolsey Avenue say they have repeatedly experienced flooding during major storms.
“The water isn’t just rain — it’s runoff from other streets, and it’s filled with garbage and bacteria,” resident Linda Melbinger said. “We’ve had dead animals in our yard in the past, and there’s a layer of contamination on everything that smells.”
“It impacts so many things,” McAllister said. “Everyone moves here because they want the beauty of the harbor, but it’s only going to be beautiful to the extent that you take care of it and you have a healthy and thriving harbor.”
The harbor, she said, supports local recreation, fishing and the broader coastal ecosystem.
“As good citizens,” McAllister said, “we have to make sure that we’re doing our part to respect the harbor and everything it has to offer.”
While large infrastructure projects and policy changes play a major role in addressing flooding and water pollution, environmental experts say residents can also take steps to reduce runoff, limit pollution and help protect local waterways.
Reduce fertilizer use
■ Fertilizers used on lawns and gardens can wash into storm drains and eventually reach bays and harbors.
■ Experts recommend using fertilizers sparingly — or avoiding them altogether — especially before heavy rain. Nitrogen from fertilizer is one of the leading contributors to harmful algal blooms in Long Island waters.
Upgrade septic systems
■ Many homes on Long Island still rely on older septic systems or cesspools, which can release nitrogen into groundwater.
■ Programs in Suffolk County offer incentives for installing nitrogenreducing septic systems.
Environmental advocates say similar upgrades across the region could significantly reduce pollution entering coastal waters.
Limit runoff from driveways and yards
■ Rain that falls on paved surfaces flows quickly into storm drains, carrying pollutants with it.
■ Residents can help reduce runoff by installing rain barrels, planting rain gardens, adding trees or replacing pavement with permeable materials that allow water to soak into the ground.
Protect storm drains
■ Storm drains typically flow directly into nearby waterways.
■ Residents can help by keeping leaves, grass clippings and trash out of drains and reporting blocked drains to local public works departments.
Volunteer with local groups
■ Several Long Island organizations rely on volunteers to monitor waterways and remove debris. Programs such as Save the Great South Bay’s Creek Defender initiative organize cleanups and waterway patrols throughout the region.
Students at Deer Park’s John Quincy Adams Primary School and May Moore Primary School welcomed the Lunar New Year with vibrant twin parades on Feb. 12. Excited first graders marched through the hallways with festive noisemakers and a colorful dragon leading the way, while classmates from other grades lined the halls to cheer them on. The celebration continued in the cafeteria, where students enjoyed culturally themed treats, making for a joyful and meaningful schoolwide observance of the holiday.
Above: Sarah Bamba, Isabella Smith and Kimora Fenelon
Right: Lourvens Sanon, Yeirem Nunez Regalado, Dylan Minchala and Juan Meza Celedonio.
Four students from Walter G. O’Connell Copiague High School were selected to participate in the annual Long Island Regional Student Forum on February 27 at St. Joseph’s University. The event was organized by the Eastern Suffolk and Western Suffolk BOCES superintendents.
Juniors Melanie Robertson and Skya Cham were selected as participants, while senior Damaris Bonilla, who attended the forum last year, was trained as a student facilitator. In addition, Copiague School District’s ex-officio student board member Olivia Tysko joined other ex-officio members from school districts across Long Island. During the forum, students expressed their views on pivotal issues concerning mental health, academic pressures, career planning and the school environment. Their findings were shared with state and local leaders. The students were accompanied by Walter G. O’Connell Copiague High School social studies teacher David Leboff, who was also trained as an adult facilitator.
Courtesy Copiague school district
Four students from Walter G. O’Connell Copiague High School — Melanie Robertson, Skya Cham, Damaris Bonilla and Olivia Tysko — recently attended the Long Island Regional Student Forum.
Nominate a student under 18 for the Sustainability Champion Award to recognize their efforts in driving sustainable change.
Submit a nomination of approximately 100 words or less describing the student’s leadership in promoting sustainability: What motivates them? What impact have they had?
Be sure to include a photo or an example of their work—whether it’s a community garden, an environmental campaign, or a creative solution to a sustainability challenge.
Reworld™, presenting sponsor of the 2026 Herald Sustainability Awards of Long Island, announced that former NFL quarterback and sports broadcaster Boomer Esiason and New York Islanders forward Kyle Palmieri will join this year’s event, with longtime broadcaster Tom Kelly returning as master of ceremonies.
Produced by RichnerLIVE and the Long Island Herald in partnership with Reworld™, the awards program will take place May 14 The Heritage Club in Bethpage.
The evening will recognize outstanding environmental leadership across Long Island, honoring nonprofit organizations, educators, elected officials, and community leaders who are advancing sustainability efforts throughout Nassau and Suffolk counties.
“As this program enters its second year, we are proud to elevate leaders who are making meaningful environmental progress across Long Island,” said Maureen Early, lead community relations specialist at Reworld™. “Bringing together respected voices from our region, including Boomer Esiason and Kyle Palmieri, helps shine a spotlight on the inspiring work happening in our communities. Sustainability is built through partnership, and this event reflects the collective commitment required to move our region forward.”
Esiason, who enjoyed a distinguished NFL career and later became a nationally recognized sports commentator, and Palmieri, a veteran NHL forward with the New York Islanders, will join Reworld™ in celebrating this year’s honorees and highlighting the importance of community leadership in tackling environmental challenges. Kelly will guide the evening’s program, introducing award recipients and leading the ceremony.
The 2026 Herald Sustainability Awards of Long Island Presented by Reworld™ will recognize individuals and organizations in several categories, including:
• Environmental Leader in Policy
• Champions of Municipal Stewardship
• Community Impact for Sustainability
• Environmental Infrastructure Leader
• Environmental Development Leader
• Environmental Leader in Entertainment
The program will also feature the Student Sustainability Champion Award, honoring one exceptional student from Nassau County and one from Suffolk County for leadership in promoting sustainable change. Each student honoree will receive a $2,500 prize provided by Reworld™ and will be recognized during the ceremony.
Reworld™ continues to invest in initiatives that empower communities and advance environmental stewardship across Long Island.
For more information about Reworld™ and its environmental initiatives, visit ReworldWaste. com.
For more information about the 2026 Herald Sustainability Awards of Long Island Presented by Reworld™ or to request an invitation, visit: RichnerLve.com/richner-event/ herald-sustainability-awardspowered-by-reworld/
Can any animal rescues brag that a violinist performed for their cats? Last Hope can. This string serenade came to our rescued Maine Coon cats in a roundabout way.
As Last Hope outreach coordinator, I get constant requests from schools, scout troops, and community organizations. Usually, the groups want to do a project to help our homeless pets. Occasionally, a call starts a broader partnership with Last Hope.
After Barbara Davis inquired about her young adult autistic clients at Blue Raven Ministry, printing T-shirts for the future Maine Coon adopters, the project began with the violinist visit as a bonus.
During the pandemic, Larry Hung, left a lucrative job in NYC, to found Blue Raven Ministry in an Albertson warehouse. There, he taught printing and embroidery skills to special needs adults, who age out of publicschool instruction at age 21. The participants learn job skills, socialize, and give back to the community through the non-profit’s projects.
Davis explained their Valentine effort. Her clients-some are non-verbal-created personalized T-shirts for 60 nursing home residents with the person’s name on the sleeve and “You are Loved” on the front. When the group delivered the shirts, one client played
Larry, Sammy with Maine
Bach on the lobby piano, another did a native dance from India, and a third, Kevin, played “Amazing Grace” on the violin.
If the clients were going to make custom shirts for adopters, it seemed fitting they should meet the Maine Coon crew first. Ten Last Hope’s Maine Coon cats, from the West Islip hoarding situation, stay in a free roaming room and listen to classical music on a radio each day. I knew harp music soothed cats and wondered if this friendly breed would enjoy live string music, especially with a moving bow.
INTERMEZZO: WHAT TYPE OF MUSIC DO CATS PREFER?
In 2015, two scientists worked with University of Maryland music professor David Teie who composed feline favorites. Cats moved toward the sound, bobbed their heads to the beat and rubbed against the speakers.
The team studied cats’ natural vocalizations which have a frequency range about an octave higher than human voices and added sliding notes to the songs because cats use more sliding notes than our music does. They incorporated tempos that they hoped would interest cats including high harp notes played at the same rate as a cat’s purr. The harp is accompanied by bird chirps. Another piece was written at a tempo, suggesting the nursing comfort of kittenhood.
Teie’s three songs were intended to pique interest in cats. “Kittie Ditties” was playful and lively, like acoustic catnip
meant to stir curiosity. “Cat Ballads” was slower and calmer, while “Feline Airs” mimicked the rhythm of purring which is consistent throughout all domestic cat breeds.
“MR. MAESTRO, BEGIN, YOUR MAINE COON AUDIENCE IS WAITING!”
Kevin said he would bring his violin to play because he loved cats. However, he refused to touch any cats during his visit. Larry brought Blue Raven clients -Kevin, age 21, and Sammy, age 31, who I called Kevin’s agent. Kevin left his music at home, so his mom sent sheet music to Larry’s phone to enlarge. Larry became Kevin’s music stand.
Kevin first rehearsed in the lobby for the volunteers. Next, he entertained the free roamer cats. He had a mesmerized audience on the floor. Others watched from their beds on a mezzanine above cages. Our Maine Coon Mayor LaGuardia slithered through Kevin’s legs in approval.
Kevin’s finale was in a room with caged Maine Coons. All eyes stared at the soloist. O’Brien, a big orange tabby whose tongue always sticks out, stood on his back legs and tried to grab Kevin and his bow. Song over, Kevin quickly announced he was done- much like a cat that abruptly decides a petting session is over.
COMING SOON:
Blue Raven students design and make “Maine Coon Mom” and “Maine Coon Main Man” T-shirts for adopters. For more information: https://blueravenminsitry.org.
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By ABBEY SALVEMINI
The Herald Long Island Business Summit & Thrive Awards brought together entrepreneurs, executives and family-owned businesses at the Crest Hollow Country Club in Woodbury on March 3 for a day of networking, education and celebration focused on helping businesses expand and compete in a challenging market.
An all-day networking expo
featuring organizations such as the New York Small Business Development Centers, Trellus and the Secure Choice Savings Program kicked off the summit.
A featured executive session, “The Future is Now: Protecting Your Wealth and Legacy,” led by attorneys Morris Sabbagh and Joseph Trotti, of Vishnick McGovern Milizio LLP, emphasized proactive planning, wealth preservation and safeguarding family legacies.
Sabbagh encouraged a forwardthinking approach to protecting businesses and personal legacies.
“Most successful people are optimists, that’s what makes them successful,” he said, emphasizing that confidence, preparation and strategic vision drive long-term, generational success.
After the executive session, event leaders took the stage to formally greet attendees and highlight the summit’s mission of supporting and strengthening Long Island’s business community. Those lead-
ers underscored their commitment to strengthening Long Island’s business community and supporting small and mid-size companies.
Marc Perez, senior vice president at Bank of America, highlighted the bank’s commitment as a presenting sponsor of the event and to the region’s entrepreneurs, stating, “Bank of America remains deeply committed to supporting businesses, the backbone of Long Island’s economy.”
Stuart Richner, CEO of Richner Communications Inc., echoed that sentiment.
“Small and mid-size businesses are the backbone of Long Island’s economy,” emphasizing the vital role they play in driving regional growth,” he said.
Amy Amato, executive director of corporate relations/events at Richner Communications, encouraged attendees to maximize the day’s opportunities.
“I want you to leave here with tangible strategies and meaningful relationships,” she said.
16 Joseph Milizio, managing partner at Vishnick McGovern Milizio LLP, highlighted the energy in the room and the value of collaboration.
“We have a room filled with excitement,” he said. “This is where you form partnerships to grow your business,” underscoring how connection and strategic guidance can help businesses thrive for generations.”
At the heart of the summit were the 2026 Thrive Awards, celebrating the small and family-owned businesses that drive Long Island’s economy. Stew Leonard Jr. was honored with the Legacy Leadership Award, alongside winners in categories such as Excellence in Entrepreneurship, Social Impact, Creative Excellence and Health & Wellness Leadership. The awards showcased the innovation and resilience that shape the region’s business community.
The opening keynote of the summit featured fashion entrepreneur and native Long Islander Steve Madden, who shared insights on balancing ambition with sustainability in business during his session, “Building a Business That Doesn’t Break You.” Emmy Awardwinning broadcaster Curt Chaplin, guided the discussion on the challenges and triumphs of growing a successful enterprise.
“An entrepreneur is someone who breaks the rules and thinks of things differently,” Madden said, giving attendees an inside view of the unconventional strategies and mindset that have driven his success.
“His entire story is just remarkable,” Chaplin said, framing the conversation and asking questions that highlighted the lessons behind Madden’s journey.
Guests then attended “Workshop Session I: The Money Hour,” focused on financial strategy and growth. Panels on scaling startups, managing cash flow and protecting business legacy featured experts from Bank of America, CliftonLarsonAllen, GC Advisory Group and Empire State Development, offering practical guidance for sustainable success.
The afternoon continued with “Workshop Session II: Mind Your Business,” which covered legal essentials, AI tools and marketing strategies. Speakers included Milizio and Derek Gibbs of Casper Studios and Brad Harmon of Richner Communications.
“All decisions are driven through
data,” Harmon said. He reminded attendees that “it’s not about you, it’s about the consumer,” urging them to understand their target market and where their audience is. When challenges arise, his advice was simple: “Ask yourself, what did the data say?”
Motivational speaker and entrepreneur Brandon Steiner, founder and president of The Steiner Agency and CollectibleXchange, delivered his closing keynote, “The 5 Essentials to Thrive in Business in 2026.”
He emphasized innovation, empathy and growth, telling attendees, “I’m always trying to outthink my competition,” and urging them to “lead with empathy” by truly listening to customers’ needs. Steiner also encouraged continuous improvement, reminding the audience, “Don’t let success get in the way of more success.”
The Bank of America Small Business Spotlight Awards honored three standout businesses in the Micro, Small and Growth categories. Cholados y Antojitos Corp, Charles Krull + Son, Inc. Plumbing and Heating and Curl Evolution each received $5,000 in unrestricted funds. Participants entered by submitting how their business gives back to the community, and how they would use the prize money.
“We are thrilled to have been chosen to receive this award,” Curl Evolution owner Allison Bridges said. “We are very invested in Long Island and the people here. This will help us open an additional location at the end of the year helping us get more curl care options to the residents here as well as hire more talent.”
The event was powered by Bank of America, with additional support from Vishnick McGovern Milizio LLP, whose sponsorship underscored a shared commitment to strengthening and sustaining Long Island’s small and family-owned business community. Event highlights were also shared on Instagram and LinkedIn.
Attendees left with new connections, actionable strategies and renewed inspiration to navigate an evolving business landscape. By combining expert insight, meaningful networking and recognition of local excellence, the Herald Long Island Business Summit & Thrive Awards reinforced a shared commitment to empowering entrepreneurs and ensuring
By Abbey Salvemini
Chocolate lovers, mark your calendars for a day of indulgence for all the senses. The Chocolate Expo returns on Sunday, March 22 — this year bringing its tasty wonders to its new venue, following many years at Hofstra University. Nassau Coliseum’s Expo Hall, a vast — more than 44,000 square foot — space, is ready to welcome all to an immersive chocolate wonderland of decadent flavors, irresistible aromas and family-friendly fun.
Upon entering everyone is immediately greeted by chocolate fountains, flowing with rich white, dark and milk chocolate, setting the tone for a deliciously unforgettable experience.
One of the largest and most celebrated chocolate festivals in the U.S., according to its founder Marvin Baum, more than 80 vendors are represented at what he describes as “the official home of chocolate, food and fun.” Visitors can treat themselves to everything from artisan chocolates and baked goods to specialty foods, cheeses and spirits.
“We’re happy to bring the Chocolate Expo to the Nassau Coliseum,” Baum says. “With more space comes more vendors. We’re bringing in vendors who don’t normally come to events on Long Island, so people will get to see something truly different.”
Beyond shopping and sampling, visitors can enjoy demonstrations, chocolate-themed presentations and interactive moments throughout the day.
From classics like bonbons, fudge and chocolatedipped treats there are no shortage of desserts to sample. Savory pairings, baked goods, specialty foods, wine, and cheeses are also tempting; there’s something to satisfy everyone’s taste buds.
Some of the most buzz-worthy treats that you won’t to miss out on include chocolate-covered bacon, a favorite since 2012. For those looking to try something new, the Dubai-style chocolates are trending this year, with creative twists like chocolatecovered donuts, including offerings from a purveyor based in Lebanon.
These unexpected goodies add an adventurous edge to the festival, making it as much about discovery as it is about indulgence.
“People often find new favorites at the Expo, whether it’s a specialty cheese they will look for in stores or a spirit they want to visit at the distillery,” Baum says highlighting its lasting impact.
Be sure to check out the Long Island confectioners represented, such as Bellmore’s Chocolate Works, a
Trevor Wallace
chocolaterie selling chocolate-covered pretzels, platters, and more. Other local favorites include Chez Hedwidge, an artisan gluten-free bakery, based in Valley Stream; also the Sunflower Bakeshop, a Kosher bakery in West Hempstead, offering a wide range of gluten-free and vegan options.
In addition to culinary delights, this year’s edition includes a dose of television nostalgia. Cast members from the classic series “Little House on the Prairie” and ‘Diff’rent Strokes’ are scheduled for special guest appearances. Dean Butler, Patrick Labyorteaux and Todd Bridges will be on hand to meet fans throughout the day. The actors will be available for autographs and selfies (fees are set individually) and will participate in a panel discussion with an audience Q&A at 1 p.m., included with event admission.
The combination of chocolate with pop culture has become an Expo hallmark, with Baum noting that “Little House on the Prairie” holds a special place for many.
“Chocolate is very nostalgic,” he says. “People are always looking for treats and desserts, and we also want to bring in that element of nostalgia.”
• Sunday, March 22, 10 a.m.-6 p.m.; early VIP access starts at 9 a.m.
• Tickets are $30, $15 ages 5-12 online only; general admission timed-entry tickets: $20, $15 child online; $30, $15 child at the door; available from thechocolateexpo.com
• Nassau Coliseum, Hempstead Tpke., Uniondale
Providing a visual centerpiece sure to attract attraction (and serve as a vibrant, imaginative backdrop for photos), acclaimed balloon artist Robbie Furman returns to craft an intricate balloon sculpture display featuring scenes and characters from both iconic TV series. When his demo wraps up, children eagerly dive in to pop the balloons, in what Baum playfully terms a “balloon popping party.”
For more family-sized fun, young visitors can drop by the Kidz Zone. Face painting, balloon twisting and a scavenger hunt will surely keep the young set entertained, in addition to being surrounded by chocolate treats.
“Seeing the smiles on people’s faces is what it’s all about,” Baum enthuses.“This is a chance for people to get away from everything, whether that’s trying a new chocolate or just enjoying the moment.” He encourages everyone — whether coming solo, with friends or family — to make this a must-visit.
“It’s really about the experience and having a good time.”
For Baum, supporting local businesses and building relationships with returning chocolatiers is just as important as the treats themselves, making it a unique and meaningful day for the community.
Photos courtesy Chuck Fishman
Photos: From chocolate-dipped treats to inventive creations, every bite is a delicious discovery.
The comedian brings his Alpha Beta Male Tour to the Paramount stage. The energetic comic-digital creator has gained a growing following with sharp observational bits, viral character sketches, and fast-paced crowd work. Rising from early internet sketches to sold-out clubs and theaters, he blends internetsavvy humor with classic jokecrafting, making his shows accessible to longtime fans and first-timers alike. He co-hosts the popular Stiff Socks podcast, further expanding his reach to comedy listeners nationwide. Wallace’s tour is packed with fresh stories, act-outs, and interactive riffs. His ascent started with viral sketches lampooning internet culture, energy-drink bros, entrepreneurs, and micro-trends; those clips earned millions of views and a loyal fan base that now fills venues everywhere. As his reputation grew, he transitioned from shortform videos to touring, proving he could translate online momentum into consistent, in-person laughs.
Friday, March 20, 7 p.m. The Paramount, 370 New York Ave., Huntington. Tickets available at ticketmaster.com or paramountny.com.
Direct from Rome, the Three Italian Tenors stop at Tilles Center on their North American Tour debut. Everyone will be captivated by Giovanni Maria Palmia, Ugo Tarquini, and Alessandro Fantoni accompanied by pianist Fabrizio Mocata. Their salute to the great Italian tenors — Luciano Pavarotti, Andrea Bocelli, Mario Lanza and Enrico Caruso — is an exhilarating and unique musical event. It features original arrangements and universally loved Italian songs and tenor arias, fusing Italian wit and charm with romanticism, lyricism, dramatic flair and operatic style. Their repertoire also includes romantic ballads like “Musica Proibita” and “Dicitencello vuje,” a tribute to Dean Martin with Volare, and a lively piano medley of popular Italian tunes — all culminating in a thrilling celebration of vocal artistry and Italian musical heritage. You’re sure to be enthralled by their rich vocals, heartfelt emotion and the golden tradition of Italian vocal artistry.
Tuesday, March 24, 7 p.m. LIU Post campus, 720 Northern Blvd., Brookville. Tickets available at tillescenter.org or (516) 299-3100.
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Loves Raymond: Celebrating 30 Years’
Visit the Long Island Music and Entertainment Hall of Fame for an immersive exhibit (designed by LIMEHOF Creative Director, renowned designer Kevin O’Callaghan). It features the 70-foot-wide set from the show’s recent 30th anniversary TV special on CBS, never before on display. Visitors can walk into the world of the Barone family and explore their home through original studio sets, which include the living room, the kitchen and other areas of the house. Also see a variety of iconic items, including original clothing, the famous fork and spoon, and the Christmas toaster, among other classic items from the series. Multimedia clips, including behind the scenes and rare out-takes and a range of related videos play in LIMEHOF’s surround sound theater.
• Where: 97 Main St., Stony Brook
• Time: 11 a.m.-6 p.m.
• Contact: limusichalloffame.org or (631) 689-5888
First Presbyterian Church of Babylon holds a special sit-down dinner in honor of St. Patrick’s Day. All are welcome to attend. There is no cost.
• Where: 79 E. Main St., Babylon
• Time: 4:30-6 p.m.
• Contact: (631) 587-5838
Zoning Board of Appeals meets
The Town of Babylon holds their next ZBA meeting. All are welcome to attend.
• Where: Babylon Town Hall, 200 E. Sunrise Highway, Lindenhurst
• Time: 6 p.m.
North Babylon BOE meets
The North Babylon Board of Education holds their regular business meeting. All are welcome to attend.
• Where: North Babylon High School, 1 Phelps Lane, North Babylon
• Time: 8 p.m.
• Contact: (631) 620-7000
Serving Our Savior Feeding Ministry
First Presbyterian Church of Babylon holds their weekly “Grab and Go.” No questions are asked. All are welcome.
• Where: 79 E. Main St., Babylon
• Time: 4-6 p.m.
• Contact: (631) 587-5838
Retired Hofstra University professor Natalie Naylor, author of “Women
With his strikingly similar looks, baritone voice, and spot-on mannerisms, Shawn Barker’s uncanny resemblance to the original “Man In Black” revitalizes the true character and spirit of Mr. Cash himself, one of America’s greatest musical icons, for a truly one-of-a-kind show. The energetic concert features Barker in character throughout the entire evening, walking the audience through each era of Cash’s life and music, including hits like “Folsom Prison Blues,” “I Walk The Line,” “A Boy Named Sue,” “Hurt,” and “Ring of Fire,” backed by a full band. Born and raised in a working-class suburb of St. Louis, Barker took a schoolboy love for singing in church with his family and turned it into a career. The path to his current success wasn’t a straight line from gospel choir to Johnny Cash tribute act. After serving his country in the Army, Barker returned home to Missouri, took a job as a carpenter and spent all of his free time learning how to play the guitar. He developed strength and versatility in his voice by modeling his crooning on a cast of legends — Johnny Cash, Elvis Presley, Roy Orbison, Buddy Holly and Gene Vincent. His performances quickly turned from hobby to profession, but oddly enough, Barker’s first touring gigs were portraying Elvis, not Johnny Cash. Everything changed, however, when Barker was asked to audition for the part of Cash in a Hollywood production, as it became evident to the director and Barker himself that Johnny Cash was his true calling. From that point there was no turning back.
in Long Island’s Past” and numerous articles on Long Island history presents a lecture on women’s significant role during the Revolutionary times. This event is free for BVHS members and $5 for non-members.
• Where: Village of Babylon Historical and Preservation Society, 117 W. Main St., Babylon
• Time: 2-4 p.m.
• Contact: (631) 669-1756
Walk
Looking to be more active?
Babylon Public Library hosts a wellness walk at Argyle Lake Park with Certified Personal Trainer Athena Manzella. Walkers meet at the library by 9:55 a.m. and walk over to the park together. Registration is required.
• Where: Babylon Public Library, 24 S. Carll Ave., Babylon
• Time: 9:55 a.m.
• Contact: babylonlibrary.org or (631) 669-1624
MAR 22
St. Patrick’s Day Parade
The Village of Babylon welcomes all to their 4th Annual St. Patrick’s Day Parade
with Grand Marshal Patti Love, director and owner of Mise Eire Irish Step Dancers.
• Where: Sammis Ave., Babylon, downtown Babylon Village (Deer Park Ave. and Montauk Hwy.)
• Time: 2 p.m.
• Contact: babylonstpatricksday. com
concert
The Long Island Music and Entertainment Hall of Fame welcomes welcomes the Songwriters of Long Island with ‘Loopers in the Round’, ‘The Write of Spring.” This Spring 2026 Equinox timed show features three of Long Island’s top and trending songwriters, improvisation masters and legends of the Looper pedals. The artists at this special one of a kind show are J. Peter Hansen, Rorie Kelly and Dan Graziano (aka Graztopia). The show is presented “Nashville style” in the round, as the artists will take turns sharing their “live compositions” and improvising together.
• Where: 97 Main St., Stony Brook
• Time: 3 p.m.
• Contact: limusichalloffame.org or (631) 689-5888
• Where: The Paramount, 370 New York Ave., Huntington.
• Time: 7 p.m.
• Contact: ticketmaster.com or paramountny.com
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Nourish Babylon Sit-Down Dinner
Every Monday Nourish Babylon holds a sitdown dinner at Christ Episcopal Church. All are welcome to attend.
• Where: 12 Prospect St., Babylon
• Time: 5-6:30 p.m.
• Contact: (631) 661-5757
Kid Zone
Children in grades Pre-K-5 are invited to First Presbyterian Church’s Kid Zone, weekly. Included is dinner, a Bible story, as well as crafts and games.
• Where: 79 E. Main St., Babylon
• Time: 5:30-7 p.m.
• Contact: (631) 587-5838
Lindenhurst Memorial Library holds their next their board meeting. All are welcome to attend.
• Where: 1 Lee Ave., Lindenhurst
• Time: 7-8:30 p.m.
• Contact: lindenhurstlibrary.org or (631) 957-7755
Families with kids in grades K-3 are invited to Vanderbilt Museum for a special session, Insects & Bug Hotel. There are more insects on Earth than all other animals combined. Explore the bug and insect collections, learn how they help ecosystems, and make a cozy hotel from a repurposed plastic soda bottle. $20, $18 members. Registration required.
• Where: 180 Little Neck Road, Centerport
• Time: 10 a.m.-noon
• Contact: vanderbiltmuseum. org or call (631) 854-5579
Deer Park Chamber of Commerce invites all to their annual Golf Outing. Enjoy climate-controlled bays, friendly competition, premium food and drinks, raffles and a lively atmosphere designed for both seasoned golfers and first-timers. This is an opportunity to strengthen connections, meet new local professionals and celebrate alongside fellow chamber members during their installation celebration. The cost is $250 for two tickets and includes open bar, dinner, game play and raffles.
• Where: Top Golf Holtsville, 5231 Express Drive North, Holtsville
• Time: 6-10 p.m.
• Contact: chamberofdeerpark. org or (631) 860-6946
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Notice of formation of Hampton Security & Fire Systems LLC. Articles of Organization filed with the Secretary of State of New York SSNY on 02/06/2026. Office located in Suffolk. SSNY has been designated for service of process. SSNY shall mail copy of any process served against the LLC 77 County Road 39A, South Hampton, NY 11968 Purpose: any lawful purpose 26-86. 2/19, 26, 3/5, 12, 19, 26
NOTICE OF FORMATION OF Rare Mix Group LLC. Articles of Organization filed with the Secretary of State of New York (SSNY) on 08/13/2025. Office located in Suffolk County. SSNY has been designated for service of process. SSNY shall mail copy of any process served against the LLC to 23 Briarwood Road, Wyandanch, NY 11798. Purpose: Any lawful purpose. 26-87. 2/19, 26, 3/5, 12, 19, 26
Notice of formation of Facts & Figures Bookkeeping, LLC Articles of Organization filed with the Secretary of State of New York (SS Y) on 02/01/2026 Office location, County of SuffolkSSNY has been designated as agent of the LLC upon whom process against it may be served. SSNY shall mail a process served to: The LLC, 134 Farragut Road, West Babylon NY 11704 Purpose: any lawful act.
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OF SALE SUPREME
Foreclosure Auction Rules and COVID-19
SUFFOLK COUNTY
CITIMORTGAGE, INC., Plaintiff against MARIETTA QUARLESS, et al
Defendant(s) Attorney for Plaintiff(s) Stern & Eisenberg, P.C., 20 Commerce Drive, Suite 230, Cranford, NJ 07016 and 1131 Route 55, Suite 1, Lagrangeville, NY 12540. Pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered February 5, 2026, I will sell at public auction to the highest bidder at Babylon Townhall, 200 East Sunrise Highway, Lindenhurst, NY 11757 on April 16, 2026 at 3:30 PM. Premises known as 49 Gordon Avenue, West Babylon, NY 11704. District 0100 Sec 103.00 Block 01.00 Lot 052.000. All that certain plot, piece or parcel of land, situate, lying and being at Pinelawn, Town of Babylon, County of Suffolk and State of New York. Approximate Amount of Judgment is $190,649.62 plus interest, fees, and costs. Premises will be sold subject to provisions of filed Judgment Index No 613403/2023. During the COVID-19 health emergency, Bidders are required to comply with all governmental health requirements in effect at the time of the 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. Should a bidder fail to comply, the Referee may refuse to accept any bid, cancel the closing and hold the bidder in default. Bidders are also required to comply with the
Health Emergency Rules issued by the Supreme Court of this County in addition to the conditions set forth in the Terms of Sale.
Robert T. Fuchs, Esq., Referee File #
NY202200000320-1
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NOTICE OF SALE
SUPREME COURT
COUNTY OF SUFFOLK
Deutsche Bank National Trust Company, as Trustee, in trust for registered Holders of Long Beach Mortgage Loan Trust 2004-4, Asset-Backed Certificates, Series 2004-4, Plaintiff AGAINST
Conrad Stoehrer a/k/a Conrad J. Stoehrer; et al., Defendant(s)
Pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale duly entered June 13, 2019, amended August 1, 2025, I, the undersigned Referee, will sell at public auction at the Babylon Town Hall, 200 East Sunrise Highway, Lindenhurst, NY 11757 on April 14,2026 , at 2:30PM, premises known as 466 South 7th Street, Lindenhurst, NY 11757. All that certain plot, piece or parcel of land, with the buildings and improvements thereon erected, situate, lying and being in Lindenhurst, Town of Babylon, County of Suffolk, State of New York, District 0103
Section 018.00 Block 01.00 Lot 049.001. Approximate amount of judgment $457,476.99 plus interest and costs. Premises will be sold subject to provisions of filed Judgment Index# 613306/2018. Deposit by certified funds only, made payable to the referee. No cash accepted at Sale
Robert T. Samson,
Esq., Referee LOGS Legal Group LLP f/k/a Shapiro, DiCaro & Barak, LLC
Attorney(s) for the Plaintiff 175 Mile Crossing Boulevard Rochester, New York 14624
(877) 430-4792
Dated: February 10, 2026
For sale information, please visit www.Auction.com or call (800) 280-2831
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REFEREE'S NOTICE OF SALE IN FORECLOSURE
SUPREME COURT
- COUNTY OF SUFFOLK
MIDFIRST BANK, Plaintiff - against - LESLIE MITCHELL A/K/A LESLIE T. MITCHELL, et al Defendant(s).
Pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered on December 12, 2023. I, the undersigned Referee will sell at public auction at the Babylon Town Hall, 200 East Sunrise Highway, Lindenhurst, NY 11757 on the 13th day of April, 2026 at 9:30 AM. All that certain plot, piece or parcel of land, with the buildings and improvements thereon erected, situate, lying and being in the Town of Babylon, County of Suffolk and State of New York. Premises known as 440 6th Street, West Babylon, (Town of Babylon) NY 11704.
(DSBL#: 0100-129.0002.00-111.000)
Approximate amount of lien $370,253.26 plus interest and costs. Premises will be sold subject to provisions of filed judgment and terms of sale. Index No. 615310/2022. Richard Lavorata, Jr., Esq., Referee. Davidson Fink LLP
Attorney(s) for Plain-
tiff
400 Meridian Centre Blvd, Ste 200 Rochester, NY 14618
Tel. 585/760-8218
For sale information, please visit Auction. com at www.Auction. com or call (800) 2802832
Dated: February 9, 2026
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. Auction Locations are subject to change.
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NOTICE OF SALE SUPREME COURTCOUNTY OF SUFFOLK
DEUTSCHE BANK NATIONAL TRUST COMPANY, AS TRUSTEE,IN TRUST FOR REGISTERED HOLDERS OF LONG BEACH MORTGAGE LOAN TRUST 2005-WL1, ASSETBACKED CERTIFICATES, SERIES 2005WL1, Plaintiff, AGAINST VIVIAN D. JOHNSON AKA VIVIAN JOHNSON, et al. Defendant(s) Pursuant to a judgment of foreclosure and sale duly entered on January 19, 2018. I, the undersigned Referee, will sell at public auction at the
Babylon Town Hall, 200 E. Sunrise Highway, Lindenhurst, NY 11757 on April 9, 2026 at 2:00 PM premises known as 75 Main Ave, Wheatley Heights AKA Wyandanch, NY 11798 and, 8 Linden Street, Wheatley Heights, NY 117. Please take notice that this foreclosure auction shall be conducted in compliance with the Foreclosure Auction Rules for Suffolk County, and the COVID 19 Health Emergency Rules, including proper use of masks and social distancing.
All that certain plot piece or parcel of land, with the buildings and improvements thereon erected, situate, lying and being at Wyandanch, Town of Babylon, County of Suffolk and State of New York. District 0100 Section 14.00, Block 1.00, Lot 66.000 and 67.000.
Approximate amount of judgment $356,513.35 plus interest and costs. Premises will be sold subject to provisions of filed Judgment. Index #613290/2015. James Pascarella, Esq., Referee, Aldridge Pite, LLPAttorneys for Plaintiff - 40 Marcus Drive, Suite 200, Melville, NY 11747
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PUBLIC NOTICE VILLAGE OF BABYLON 153 W. MAIN STREET, BABYLON, NY 11702
MUNICIPAL BUILDING PLANNING BOARD MEETING AGENDA
March 26, 2026
NEW BUSINESS: Karat & Crown 180 Deer Park Avenue Site Plan Review 26-160. 3/19
The resolution, a summary of which is published herewith, has been adopted on February 10, 2026, and an abstract thereof has been published and posted as required by law and the period of time has elapsed for the submission and filing of a petition for a permissive referendum and a valid petition has not been submitted and filed. The validity of the obligations authorized by such resolution may be hereafter contested only if such obligations were authorized for an object or purpose for which the Village of Babylon, in the County of Suffolk, New York, is not authorized to expend money or if the provisions of law which should have been complied with as of the date of publication of this notice were not substantially complied with, and an action, suit or proceeding contesting such validity is commenced within twenty days after the date of publication of the notice, or such obligations were authorized in violation of the provisions of the constitution.
Jean Marie Parker Village Clerk BOND RESOLUTION OF THE VILLAGE OF BABYLON, NEW YORK, ADOPTED FEBRUARY 10, 2026, AUTHORIZING THE ISSUANCE OF BONDS IN A PRINCIPAL AMOUNT NOT TO EXCEED $5,150,000 TO FINANCE THE CONSTRUCTION OF IMPROVEMENTS TO BULKHEADS AT VARIOUS LOCATIONS IN THE VILLAGE, STATING THE ESTIMATED MAXIMUM COST THEREOF IS $5,150,000 AND APPROPRIATING SAID AMOUNT FOR
The object or purpose for which the bonds are authorized is the construction of improvements to bulkheads at various locations in the Village, at the estimated maximum cost of $5,150,000. The period of probable usefulness of the bonds is twenty (20) years.
The maximum amount of obligations authorized to be issued is $5,150,000.
A complete copy of the bond resolution summarized above shall be available for public inspection during normal business hours at the office of the Village of Babylon, Village Hall, 153 West Main Street, Babylon, New York. 26-156 3/19 Suscribe
BIBLIOTECA PÚBLI-
CA
DE WEST BABYLON
211 Route 109 West Babylon, NY 11704 • (631) 669-5445 • Fax: (631) 669-6539 • www. wbpl.us
Nancy Evans, directora AVISO LEGAL
AVISO DE ASAMBLEA EXTRAORDINARIA DE LA BIBLIOTECA PÚBLICA DE WEST BABYLON POR LA PRESENTE SE NOTIFICA que se llevará a cabo una Asamblea de distrito extraordinaria de los votantes calificados del Distrito escolar de West Babylon Union Free el martes, 14 de abril de 2026, entre la 1:00 p. m. y las 9:00 p. m. en la Biblioteca Pública de West Babylon, ubicada en 211 Route 109, West Babylon, Nueva York (el centro electoral designado) para los siguientes fines:
1. Para considerar y votar sobre el presupuesto anual de la biblioteca y la asignación tributaria (“gravamen fiscal”) para el ejercicio fiscal 2026/2027, para la siguiente propuesta: Que el presupuesto anual de la biblioteca según lo propuesto por el Consejo de Administración de la Biblioteca Pública de West Babylon para el ejercicio fiscal de 2026/2027 sea aprobado, y la porción requerida de dicho presupuesto que se debe recaudar a través de una asignación tributaria (“gravamen fiscal”) sea la suma de $4,154,630.
2. Para elegir un Administrador de la biblioteca por un plazo de cinco años, a partir del 1.º de julio 2026. Se requerirá una petición para nominar a dichos candidatos al cargo de Administrador de la biblioteca.
Cada petición estará dirigida a la Biblioteca Pública de West Babylon, será firmada por al menos vein -
ticinco (25) votantes calificados del Distrito, indicará la residencia de cada firmante y el nombre y residencia del candidato. En caso de que cualquiera de estos candidatos retirase su candidatura antes de las elecciones, dicha persona no será considerada como candidato, a menos que se presente ante la Biblioteca Pública de West Babylon una nueva petición en la que se nomine a dicha persona de la misma forma y con las mismas limitaciones aplicables a otros candidatos. Cada petición deberá presentarse entre las 10:00 a. m. y las 4:00 p. m., pero a más tardar el lunes, 16 de marzo de 2026 a las 5:00 p. m. Los formularios de petición se pueden obtener en la oficina de la Directora de la Biblioteca Pública de West Babylon y las peticiones firmadas deberán ser enviadas a dicha oficina. Ninguna persona será nominada mediante petición para más de un cargo diferente.
TAMBIÉN
SE NOTIFICA que las Elecciones de distrito extraordinarias y el Voto del presupuesto se llevarán a cabo mediante votación de propuestas a través de boletas el martes, 14 de abril de 2026, entre la 1:00 p. m. y las 9:00 p. m., en la Biblioteca Pública de West Babylon, ubicada en 211 Route 109, West Babylon, Nueva York, centro electoral designado para la Asamblea de distrito extraordinaria.
ASIMISMO,
SE NOTIFICA que se llevará a cabo una audiencia pública para debatir sobre el gasto de los fondos y su presupuesto el lunes, 30 de marzo de 2026 a las 6:00 p. m. El registro de votantes calificados del distrito escolar para dichas
Elecciones y Asamblea de distrito extraordinaria, que se preparará para las Elecciones y Asamblea de distrito extraordinaria que se llevarán a cabo el martes, 14 de abril de 2026, incluirá a todas las personas que se hayan registrado previamente para cualquier elección o asamblea ordinaria o extraordinaria llevada a cabo o realizada en cualquier momento durante los cuatro años previos a la preparación del registro o que estén registradas para votar en cualquier elección general conforme al artículo 5-210 de la Ley Electoral del Estado de Nueva York. Se presentará dicho registro ante la oficina de la Directora de la Biblioteca Pública de West Babylon inmediatamente después de su finalización y se abrirá para la inspección por parte de cualquier votante calificado del Distrito en la oficina de la Directora de la biblioteca de 10:00 a. m. a 4:00 p. m. todos los días durante los cinco (5) días previos a la asamblea o a las elecciones para las que se preparó, excepto los domingos o feriados. Solo podrán votar los votantes calificados que estén debidamente registrados. La oficina de la Directora de la biblioteca está ubicada en 211 Route 109, West Babylon, Nueva York, en dicho distrito.
TAMBIÉN SE NOTIFICA que cualquier votante calificado que desee registrarse para votar puede concurrir a la oficina del Secretario del distrito escolar, ubicada en 10 Farmingdale Road, West Babylon, NY, o a la oficina principal de cualquier escuela durante su horario de atención habitual para registrarse. Aquellas personas que deseen
registrarse para votar deben ser ciudadanos de los Estados Unidos, tener al menos 18 años, no pueden estar en prisión o en libertad condicional por la condena de un delito grave y no pueden reivindicar el derecho de voto en otro lugar. Además, aquellas personas que deseen votar deben ser residentes del Distrito durante al menos 30 días antes de emitir su voto.
ADEMÁS, SE NOTIFICA que, de acuerdo con la sección 2018-a y 2018f de la Ley de Educación, la solicitud de votos en ausencia o las boletas para votos anticipados por correo para las Elecciones y Asamblea de distrito extraordinarias se puede pedir en la oficina de la Directora de la Biblioteca Pública de West Babylon. Dicha solicitud debe ser recibida no antes del 16 de marzo de 2026 y al menos siete (7) días antes de las elecciones si se debe enviar la boleta por correo postal al votante o el día antes de las elecciones si se debe enviar la boleta personalmente al votante. La Junta de Inscripción hará un listado de todas las personas a las que se les ha enviado boletas para votos en ausencia y boletas para votos anticipados por correo y estará disponible durante el horario de atención habitual a partir de los veintiún días previos a la Asamblea de distrito extraordinaria y hasta el día de las elecciones. Dicho listado será publicado en el centro electoral durante las elecciones. No se computará ninguna boleta de votante en ausencia o boleta para votos anticipados por correo a menos que se reciba a más tardar a las 5:00 p. m. del día de las Elecciones.
TAMBIÉN SE NOTIFICA que los votantes
militares que no estén actualmente registrados pueden solicitar registrarse como votantes calificados del distrito escolar si solicitan y envían una solicitud de inscripción al Secretario del distrito escolar en persona, a través de correo electrónico a bburrows@ wbschools.org o fax al (631) 376-7008. El pedido para la solicitud de inscripción puede incluir la preferencia del votante militar para recibir la solicitud de inscripción a través de correo postal, fax o correo electrónico. Los formularios de solicitud de inscripción de los votantes militares deben recibirse en la oficina del Secretario del distrito escolar, ubicada en 10 Farmingdale Road, West Babylon, NY, a más tardar el 19 de marzo de 2026 a las 5:00 p. m. ASIMISMO, SE NOTIFICA que los votantes militares, que son votantes calificados del distrito escolar, pueden pedir una solicitud de boleta militar a la Directora de la biblioteca en persona, a través de correo electrónico a nevans@ wbpl.us o fax al (631) 669-6539. Para que un votante militar reciba una boleta militar, debe enviarse una solicitud de boleta militar válida a la oficina de la Directora de la biblioteca a más tardar el 19 de marzo de 2026 a las 5:00 p. m. Las solicitudes de boleta militar recibidas de conformidad con lo anterior se procesarán de la misma forma que una solicitud de boleta no militar conforme a la sección 2018-a de la Ley de Educación. La solicitud de boleta militar puede incluir la preferencia del votante militar para recibir la boleta militar a través de correo postal, fax o correo electrónico. Una solicitud de bo-
leta militar original y una boleta militar del votante militar deben enviarse por correo postal o entregarse en persona en la oficina de la Directora de la biblioteca, ubicada en 211 Route 109, West Babylon, Nueva York, en dicho Distrito. ASIMISMO, SE NOTIFICA POR LA PRESENTE que las boletas militares se computarán si la Directora de la biblioteca las recibe antes del cierre de las elecciones el 14 de abril de 2026 y cuentan con un sello postal del Servicio Postal de los Estados Unidos o de un servicio postal de un país extranjero, o tienen un acuse de recibo con fecha de otra agencia del Gobierno de los Estados Unidos; o las recibe a más tardar el 14 de abril de 2026 a las 5:00 p. m. y cuentan con fecha y firma del votante militar y de un testigo, y se verifica que dicha fecha es anterior al día de las elecciones.
ADEMÁS SE NOTIFICA que una declaración de gastos estimados de la biblioteca (presupuesto) y asignación tributaria (“gravamen fiscal”) para el ejercicio fiscal 2026/2027 estará disponible en la Biblioteca Pública de West Babylon, ubicada en 211 Route 109, West Babylon, Nueva York, todos los días, excepto los domingos y feriados, entre las 10:00 a. m. y las 4:00 p. m., durante los catorce (14) días previos a la Asamblea de distrito extraordinaria.
Fecha: 26 de enero de 2026 POR ORDEN DEL CONSEJO DE ADMINISTRACIÓN, BIBLIOTECA PÚBLICA DE WEST
BABYLON, RACHEL SCELFO, PRESIDENTA
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SUPREME COURT OF THE STATE OF NEW YORK COUNTY OF SUFFOLK U.S. BANK, N.A., SUCCESSOR TRUSTEE TO LASALLE BANK NATIONAL ASSOCIATION, ON BEHALF OF THE HOLDERS OF BEAR STEARNS ASSET BACKED SECURITIES I TRUST 2007-HE2, ASSET-BACKED CERTIFICATES SERIES 2007-HE2, -againstKIM DASH, AS HEIR AND DISTRIBUTEE OF THE ESTATE OF SHIRLEY DASH, ET AL.
NOTICE OF SALE
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN pursuant to a Final Judgment of Foreclosure entered in the Office of the Clerk of the County of Suffolk on December 2, 2024, wherein U.S. BANK, N.A., SUCCESSOR TRUSTEE TO LASALLE BANK NATIONAL ASSOCIATION, ON BEHALF OF THE HOLDERS OF BEAR STEARNS ASSET BACKED SECURITIES I TRUST 2007-HE2, ASSET-BACKED CERTIFICATES SERIES 2007-HE2 is the Plaintiff and KIM DASH, AS HEIR AND DISTRIBUTEE OF THE ESTATE OF SHIRLEY DASH, ET AL. are the Defendant(s). I, the undersigned Referee, will sell at public auction at the BABYLON TOWN HALL, 200 EAST SUNRISE HIGHWAY, NORTH LINDENHURST, NY 11757, on March 31, 2026 at 10:30AM, premises known as 47 MAPLE ROAD, AMITYVILLE, NY 11701; and the following tax map identification: 0100-124.00-01.00016.000.
ALL THAT CERTAIN PLOT, PIECE OR PARCEL OF LAND, SITUATE, LYING AND BEING NORTH AMITYVILLE, TOWN OF BABYLON, COUNTY OF SUFFOLK AND STATE OF NEW YORK Premises will be sold subject to provisions of filed Judgment Index No.: 620150/2017. Annette Eaderesto, Esq.Referee. Robertson, Anschutz, Schneid, Crane & Partners, PLLC, 900 Merchants Concourse, Suite 310, Westbury, New 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. 26-111 2/26, 3/5, 12, 19
STATE OF NEW YORK SUPREME COURT COUNTY OF SUFFOLK ____ U.S. BANK, NATIONAL ASSOCIATION, AS SUCCESSOR TRUSTEE TO BANK OF AMERICA, N.A., AS SUCCESSOR BY MERGER TO LASALLE BANK, N.A., AS TRUSTEE FOR THE HOLDERS OF SALOMON BROS MORTGAGE SECURITIES VII, INC. MORTGAGE PASSTHROUGH CERTIFICATES, SERIES 1997-HUD2, Plaintiff, -vs- JOHN M. JACKSON; Any unknown heirs to the Estate of BERDINE IVORY next of kin, devisees, legatees, distributees, grantees, assignees, creditors, lienors, trustees, executors, administrators or successors in interest, as well as the respective heirs at law, next of kin, devisees, legatees, distributees, grantees, assignees, lienors, trustees, executors, administrators or successors in interest of the aforesaid classes of persons, if they or any of them be dead, all of whom and whose names and places of residence are unknown to the plaintiff; Any unknown heirs to the Estate of THEODIS WELLS next of kin, devisees, legatees, distributees, grantees, assignees, creditors, lienors, trustees, executors, administrators or successors in interest, as well as the respective heirs at law, next of kin, devisees, legatees, distributees, grantees, assignees, lienors, trustees, executors, administrators or successors in interest of the aforesaid classes of persons, if they or any of them be dead, all of whom and whose names and places of residence are unknown to the plaintiff; STACEY ANNETTE GOODMAN
A/K/A STACEY A.
TUCKER A/K/A
STACEY A. JACKSON A/K/A STACEY
IVORY, if living, and if she be dead, her respective heirs-at-law, next of kin, distributees, executors, administrators, trustees, devisees, legatees, assignees, lienors, creditors and successors in interest, and generally all persons having or claiming under, by or through said who may be deceased, by purchase, inheritance, lien or otherwise, any right, title or interest in and to the premises; LONZELL N. IVORY SR.; CUNNOR DEAN
IVORY A/K/A CONNOR D. IVORY, if living, and if she be dead, her respective heirs-at-law, next of kin, distributees, executors, administrators, trustees, devisees, legatees, assignees, lienors, creditors and successors in interest, and generally all persons having or claiming under, by or through said who may be deceased, by purchase, inheritance, lien or otherwise, any right, title or interest in and to the premises; KAYMEL IVORY, if living, and if he be dead, his respective heirs-at-law, next of kin, distributees, executors, administrators, trustees, devisees, legatees, assignees, lienors, creditors and successors in interest, and generally all persons having or claiming under, by or through said who may be deceased, by purchase, inheritance, lien or otherwise, any right, title or interest in and to the premises; DAVID L. IVORY; RACHEL LOMINI
A/K/A RACHEL GRAVES; BEULAH J. IVORY; SHERRON DE BOOKHART; JAMES L. IVORY; JEROME M. IVORY; PATRICIA ANN
ARMSTRONG
A/K/A PATRICIA IVORY; WILLIAM IVORY; RONZELL ZELL IVORY; JOHN M. JACKSON JR.; PRINCE G. IVORY; JENNIFER ANN WELLS, if living, and if she be dead, her respective heirs-at-law, next of kin, distributees, executors, administrators, trustees, devisees, legatees, assignees, lienors, creditors and successors in interest, and generally all persons having or claiming under, by or through said who may be deceased, by purchase, inheritance, lien or otherwise, any right, title or interest in and to the premises; JOE WILLIE WELLS; NORTHSTAR CAPITAL ACQUISITION LLC; CLERK OF THE SUFFOLK COUNTY DISTRICT COURT; CLERK OF THE SUFFOLK COUNTY TRAFFIC & PARKING VIOLATIONS AGENCY; COMMISSIONER OF TAXATION & FINANCE; PEOPLE OF THE STATE OF NEW YORK; TIMOTHY GUARIN; CREDIT ACCEPTANCE CORPORATION; JOSEPH PERCIVAL; TOWN SUPERVISOR, TOWN OF ISLIP; TOWN SUPERVISOR, TOWN OF BABYLON; PORTFOLIO RECOVERY ASSOCIATES LLC; BETHPAGE FEDERAL CREDIT UNION; MARY DOE Defendants. ____ Filed: 02/26/2026 Index No.: 620562/2024 SUPPLEMENTAL SUMMONS Mortgaged Premises: 107 N 18th Street Wyandanch, (Town of Babylon) NY 11798 TO THE ABOVE NAMED DEFENDANTS: YOU ARE HEREBY SUMMONED to answer the Complaint in the above entitled action and to serve a copy of
your Answer on Plaintiff's attorney within twenty (20) days after the service of this Summons, exclusive of the day of service, or within thirty (30) days after completion of service where service is made in any other manner than by personal delivery within the State. The United States of America, if designated as a Defendant in this action, may answer or appear within sixty (60) days of service hereof. 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 for the foreclosure of: Mortgage bearing the date of December 10, 1990, executed by Berdine Ivory & John M. Jackson & Theodis Wells to First Northern Mortgagee Corp. to secure the sum of $89,050.00, and interest, and recorded in the Office of the Clerk of Suffolk County on January 9, 1991 in Book: 16525, Page: 97. That Fleet Northern Mortgage Corporation duly assigned said Note and Mortgage to Chemical Bank by Assignment dated December 10, 1990 and recorded on January 9, 1991 in the Office of the Clerk of Suffolk County in Book: 16993, Page: 39. That Chemical Bank duly assigned said Note and Mortgage to Chemical Mortgage Company by Assignment dated September 2, 1992 and recorded on September 8, 1992 in the Office of the Clerk of Suffolk County in Book 18072 Page 564. That JPMorgan Chase Bank, National Association, s/b/m Chase Home Finance
LLC, s/b/m to Chase Manhattan Mortgage Corporation, s/b/m to Chase Mortgage Company, f/k/a Chemical Mortgage Company duly assigned said Note and Mortgage to Chemical Bank by GAP Assignment dated January 21, 2022 and recorded on March 12, 2022 in the Office of the Clerk of Suffolk County in Book 23392 Page 189. That Chemical Bank duly assigned said Note and Mortgage to Secretary of Housing and Urban Development of Washington, D.C. by Assignment dated July 9, 1993 and recorded on July 27, 1993 in the Office of the Clerk of Suffolk County in Book 18687 Page 267. That U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development duly assigned said Note and Mortgage to CS First Boston Mortgage Capital Corp. by Assignment dated September 4, 1996 and recorded on April 25, 1997 in the Office of the Clerk of Suffolk County in Book 19191 Page 710. That Credit Suisso First Boston Mortgage Capital LLC Successor by merger to CS First Boston Mortgage Capital Corp. duly assigned said Note and Mortgage to Salomon Brothers Realty Corp. by Assignment dated June 20, 1997 and recorded on April 10, 1998 in the Office of the Clerk of Suffolk County in Book 19323 Page 162. That Salomon Brothers Realty Corp. duly assigned said Note and Mortgage to LaSalle National Bank, as Trustee for the registered holders of Salomon Brothers Mortgage Securities VII, Inc., Series 1997-HUD2, without recourse by Assignment dated November 25, 1997 and recorded on April 10, 1998 in
the Office of the Clerk of Suffolk County in Book 19323 Page 163. The relief sought in the within action is a final judgment directing the sale of the Mortgaged Premises described above to satisfy the debt secured by the Mortgage described above. Plaintiff designates Suffolk County as the place of trial. The basis of venue is the County in which the Mortgaged Premises is situated. District: 0100 Section: 039.00 Block: 02.00 Lot: 095.000 DATED: December 16, 2025 Rochester, New York 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. BY: Sean P. Williams, Esq. DAVIDSON FINK LLP Attorneys for Plaintiff 400 Meridian Centre Blvd., Ste. 200 Rochester, New York 14618 Tel: (585) 7608218 WE ARE ATTEMPTING TO
COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. SCHEDULE A LEGAL DESCRIPTION ALL that certain plot, piece or parcel of land, with the buildings and improvements thereon erected, situate, lying and being at Wyandanch, in the Town of Babylon, Suffolk County, State of New York, known and designated as and by Lot Numbers 37, 38, 39, 40 and 41 in Block 29, as laid down on a certain map entitled, “Map of Wheatley Heights”, and filed in the Office of the Clerk of the County of Suffolk, May 1, 1955, as and by the Map No. 1122, bounded and described as follows: BEGINNING at the corner formed by the intersection of the southerly side of Nicholl's Road (Nicholl' s Avenue) and the easterly side of North 18th Street (18th St.); RUNNING THENCE north 82 degrees 02
Notice of formation of 134 N. Carll, LLC.
Arts of Org filed with the Secretary of State of NY SSNY on 2/11/24. Office located in Suffolk County. SSNY has been designated for service of process. SSNY shall mail copy of any process served against the LLC, 28 Sheridan Rd., Babylon, NY 11702. Purpose: any lawful purpose.
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minutes east and along the southerly side of Nicholl's Road 100 feet; RUNNING THENCE south 7 degrees 58 minutes east, 125 feet: RUNNING THENCE south 82 degrees 02 minutes west, 100 feet to the easterly side of North 18th Street; and RUNNING THENCE north 7 degrees 58 minutes west and along the easterly side of North 18th Street, 125 feet to the corner aforesaid at the point or place of BEGINNING. which has the address of 107 North 18th Street, Wyandanch, New York 11798. Being the same property as conveyed from Michael L. Knight to Berdine Ivory & John M. Jackson & Theodis Wells, as tenants in common as set forth in Deed Book 11202 Page 527 dated 12/10/1990, recorded 01/09/1991, Suffolk County, New York.
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Notice of formation of 80 Erlanger, LLC. Arts of Org filed with the Secretary of State of NY SSNY on 2/11/24. Office located in Suffolk County. SSNY has been designated for service of process. SSNY shall mail copy of any process served against the LLC, 28 Sheridan Rd., Babylon, NY 11702. Purpose: any lawful purpose. 26-143. 3/12, 19, 26, 4/2, 9, 16
NOTICE OF SALE SUPREME COURT SUFFOLK COUNTY US BANK TRUST NATIONAL ASSOCIATION, NOT IN ITS INDIVIDUAL CAPACITY BUT SOLELY AS OWNER TRUSTEE FOR VRMTG ASSET TRUST, Plaintiff against UNKNOWN HEIRS AT LAW OF CARLA HONORAT, AND IF THEY BE DEAD, ANY AND ALL PERSONS UNKNOWN TO PLAINTIFF, CLAIMING, OR WHO MAY CLAIM TO HAVE INTEREST IN, OR GENERALLY OR SPECIFIC LIEN UPON THE REAL PROPERTY DESCRIBED IN THIS ACTION; SUCH UNKNOWN PERSONS BEING HEREIN GENERALLY DESCRIBED AND INTENDED TO BE INCLUDED IN THE FOLLOWING DESIGNATION, NAMELY: THE 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, COM-
MITTEES, LIENORS AND ASSIGNS, ALL OF WHOM AND WHOSE NAMES, EXCEPT AS STATED, ARE UNKNOWN TO PLAINTIFF, et al
Defendant(s)Attorney for Plaintiff(s) Knuckles & Manfro, LLP, 120 White Plains Road, Suite 215, Tarrytown, NY 10591.
Pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered May 13, 2025, I will sell at public auction to the highest bidder at Babylon Townhall, 200 East Sunrise Highway, Lindenhurst, NY 11757 on April 7, 2026 at 1:00 PM. Premises known as 36 Clearview Drive, Wheatley Heights, NY 11798. District 0100 Sec 009.00 Block 01.00 Lot 049.000. All that certain plot, piece or parcel of land, with the buildings and improvements thereon erected, situate, lying and being in the Town of Babylon, County of Suffolk and State of New York. Approximate Amount of Judgment is $621,257.30 plus interest, fees, and costs. Premises will be sold subject to provisions of filed Judgment Index No 619935/2016. Cash will not be accepted at the sale.
The foreclosure sale will be conducted in accordance with 10th Judicial District's Covid-19 Policies and foreclosure auction rules. The Referee shall enforce any rules in place regarding facial coverings and social distancing.
Francesco P Tini, Esq., Referee File # 3000002130
26-119 3/5, 12, 19, 26
NOTICE OF SALE
SUPREME COURT
SUFFOLK COUNTY
THE BANK OF NEW YORK MELLON, SUCCESSOR TO
THE BANK OF NEW YORK, NOT IN ITS INDIVIDUAL CAPACITY BUT SOLELY AS TRUSTEE ON BEHALF OF THE HOLDERS OF THE CIT MORTGAGE
LOAN TRUST, 20071 ASSET-BACKED CERTIFICATES, SERIES 2007-1, Plaintiff against STACEY L. KELLY HENRY A/K/A STACEY L. KELLY-HENRY A/K/A STACEY L. KELLY
A/K/A STACY KELLY-HENRY, et al
Defendant(s)
Attorney for Plaintiff(s) Stern & Eisenberg, P.C., 20 Commerce Drive, Suite 230, Cranford, NJ 07016 and 1131 Route 55, Suite 1, Lagrangeville, NY 12540. Pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered January 29, 2026, I will sell at public auction to the highest bidder at Babylon Townhall, 200 East Sunrise Highway, Lindenhurst, NY 11757 on April 7, 2026 at 3:00 PM. Premises known as 51 Madison Avenue, Amityville, NY 11701. District 0100 Sec 164.00 Block 03.00 Lot 047.000. All that certain plot, piece or parcel of land, situate, lying and being in the Town of Babylon, County of Suffolk and State of New York. Approximate Amount of Judgment is $416,571.24 plus interest, fees, and costs. Premises will be sold subject to provisions of filed Judgment Index No 618751/2024. For sale information, please visit www.Auction.com or call (800) 280-2832.During the COVID-19 health emergency, Bidders are required to comply with all governmental health requirements in effect at the time of the 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. Should a bidder fail to comply, the Referee may refuse to accept any bid, cancel the closing and hold the bidder in default. 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.
Scott C. Lockwood, Esq., Referee File # NY201800001467-2 26-120 3/5, 12, 19, 26
NOTICE OF SALE
SUPREME COURT
COUNTY OF Suffolk, U.S. Bank National Association, not in its individual capacity but solely as trustee for RMTP Trust, Series 2021 Cottage-TT-V, Plaintiff, vs. Claire M. Cotter A/K/A Clair Cotter as heir and distributee of the Estate of Richard H. Cotter, ET AL., Defendant(s). Pursuant to an Order Confirming Referee Report and Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale duly entered on January 13, 2026, I, the undersigned Referee will sell at public auction at the Babylon Town Hall, 200 East Sunrise Highway, North Lindenhurst, NY 11757 on April 7, 2026 at 10:00 a.m., premises known as 24 Russel Street a/k/a 24 Russell Street, Amityville, NY 11701. 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 Amityville, Town of Babylon, County of Suffolk and State of
New York, District 0101, Section 008.00, Block 03.00 and Lot 023.000. Approximate amount of judgment is $326,069.09 plus interest and costs. Premises will be sold subject to provisions of filed Judgment Index # 616764/2023.
Joy E. Jorgensen, Esq., Referee
Friedman Vartolo LLP, 85 Broad Street, Suite 501, New York, New York 10004, Attorneys for Plaintiff. Firm File No.: 223156-1 26-117. 3/5, 12, 19, 26
NOTICE OF SALE
SUPREME COURT: SUFFOLK COUNTY. BANK OF AMERICA, N.A., Pltf. vs. BRUCE STENSLAND, et al, Defts. Index #30489/2009. Pursuant to judgment of foreclosure and sale entered Dec. 12, 2023, I will sell at public auction on the front steps of Babylon Town Hall, 200 East Sunrise Highway, No. Lindenhurst, NY on April 8, 2026 at 10:00 a.m. premises k/a 57 Stowe Avenue, Babylon, NY 11702 a/k/a Section 008.00, Block 02.00, Lot 039.000. Said property beginning at a point on the easterly side of Stowe Avenue distant 75 ft. southerly from the corner formed by the intersection of the easterly side of Stowe Avenue with the southerly side of Lowerre St., being a plot 100 ft. x 75 ft. Approximate amount of judgment is $683,196.95 plus costs and interest. Sold subject to terms and conditions of filed judgment and terms of sale and the right of the United States of America to redeem within 120 days from the date of sale as provide by law. CURTIS R. EXUM, Referee. HILL WALLACK, LLP, Attys. for Pltf., 261 Madison Ave., 9th Fl., Ste. 940, New
York, NY 10016. File No. 017511-05243#102741 26-118. 3/5, 12, 19, 26
SUPREME COURT OF THE STATE OF NEW YORK COUNTY OF SUFFOLK THE BANK OF NEW YORK MELLON FKA THE BANK OF NEW YORK, AS TRUSTEE FOR THE CERTIFICATEHOLDERS OF THE CWABS, INC., ASSET-BACKED CERTIFICATES, SERIES 2007-1, -againstCLARENCE VEREEN, ET AL. NOTICE OF SALE NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN pursuant to a Final Judgment of Foreclosure entered in the Office of the Clerk of the County of Suffolk on December 10, 2024, wherein THE BANK OF NEW YORK MELLON FKA THE BANK OF NEW YORK, AS TRUSTEE FOR THE CERTIFICATEHOLDERS OF THE CWABS, INC., ASSET-BACKED CERTIFICATES, SERIES 2007-1 is the Plaintiff and CLARENCE VEREEN, ET AL. are the Defendant(s). I, the undersigned Referee, will sell at public auction at the BABYLON TOWN HALL, 200 EAST SUNRISE HIGHWAY, NORTH LINDENHURST, NY 11757, on April 2, 2026 at 10:00AM, premises known as 49 WATERFORD DRIVE, WHEATLEY HEIGHTS, NY 11798; and the following tax map identification: 0100-012.00-01.00068.000. ALL THAT CERTAIN PLOT, PIECE OR PARCEL OF LAND WITH THE BUILDINGS AND IMPROVEMENTS THEREON ERECT-
ED, SITUATE, LYING AND BEING IN THE TOWN OF BABYLON, COUNTY OF SUFFOLK AND STATE OF NEW YORK Premises will be sold subject to provisions of filed Judgment Index No.: 600530/2023. Maria Sideris, Esq. - Referee. Robertson, Anschutz, Schneid, Crane & Partners, PLLC, 900 Merchants Concourse, Suite 310, Westbury, New 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. 26-121 3/5, 12, 19, 26
NOTICE OF SALE SUPREME COURT SUFFOLK COUNTY US BANK TRUST NATIONAL ASSOCIATION, NOT IN ITS INDIVIDUAL CAPACITY BUT SOLELY AS OWNER TRUSTEE FOR VRMTG ASSET TRUST, Plaintiff against LAWRENCE WOMACK A/K/A LAWRENCE H. WOMACK, et al Defendant(s) Attorney for Plaintiff(s) Knuckles & Manfro, LLP, 120 White Plains Road, Suite 215, Tarrytown, NY 10591.
Pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered December 17, 2024, I will sell at public auction to the highest bidder at Babylon Townhall, 200 East Sunrise Highway, Lindenhurst, NY 11757 on April 16, 2026 at 3:00 PM. Premises known as 252 Locust
Avenue, Babylon, NY 11702. District 0102
Sec 008.00 Block 03.00
Lot 030.000. All that certain plot, piece or parcel of land, situate, lying and being in the Village and Town of Babylon, County of Suffolk and State of New York. Approximate Amount of Judgment is $509,962.08 plus interest, fees, and costs. Premises will be sold subject to provisions of filed Judgment Index No 619962/2023. Cash will not be accepted at the sale.
The foreclosure sale will be conducted in accordance with 10th Judicial District's Covid-19 Policies and foreclosure auction rules. The Referee shall enforce any rules in place regarding facial coverings and social distancing.
Robert T. Fuchs, Esq., Referee File # 3000001648 26-135. 3/12, 19, 26, 4/2
NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING, BUDGET
VOTE AND ELECTION OF BABYLON PUBLIC LIBRARY, BABYLON UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT, TOWN OF BABYLON, COUNTY OF SUFFOLK
BABYLON, NEW YORK
NOTICE IS HEREBY
GIVEN, that a public hearing will be held by the Board of Trustees of Babylon Public Library, Town of Babylon, County of Suffolk, State of New York will be held at the Babylon Public Library, 24 S. Carll Avenue, Babylon, New York in said District on, March 31, 2026, at 6:30 P.M., for the purpose of discussing expenditures contained in the proposed budget for the fiscal year 2026–2027. Copies of the budget document will be made available to District residents commencing March 24, 2026, upon request, between the hours of 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. prevailing time, in the office of the District Clerk located in the Superintendent’s Office of the Administration Building.
NOTICE IS HEREBY
GIVEN, that the vote and election will be held on TUESDAY, APRIL 14, 2026, between the hours of 12 Noon and 8:00 P.M., at the BABYLON PUBLIC LIBRARY for the following purposes of voting by the qualified voters on the following separate matters:
(a) To approve or disapprove the proposed library budget (supplemented or amended as the case may be) of estimated expenses for the ensuing year as submitted by the Library Board of Trustees.
(b) Any other questions or propositions
as to matters or expenditures or authority to levy taxes that may be presented for a vote under the Education Law.
PLEASE TAKE FURTHER NOTICE that at the said vote and election to be conducted on April 14, 2026, one (1) member is to be elected to the Board of Trustees as follows: ONE (1) member is to be elected to the Board of Trustees of the Babylon Public Library for a full term of five (5) years commencing July 1, 2026 and expiring June 30, 2031.
PLEASE TAKE FURTHER NOTICE, that all nominating petitions of candidates for the office of member of the Trustees of the Babylon Public Library must be filed with the Clerk of the Babylon School District, not later than March 16, 2026, between the hours of 9:00 A.M. and 5:00 P.M. prevailing time, whose office is located in the Office of the Superintendent of Schools at the District’s Administration Building at 50 Railroad Avenue, Babylon, New York. Nominating petitions must contain at least twenty-five (25) signatures of qualified voters. Said petition must also state the name and residence of each signer and must state the name and residence of the candidate. Nominating petitions shall not describe any specific vacancy upon the Board for which the candidate is nominated.
AND FURTHER NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that personal registration of voters is required. If a voter has heretofore registered and has voted in an annual or special district meeting within the last four (4) calendar
years, he/she is eligible to vote at this election. All other persons who wish to vote must register. Registration will be conducted up to and including April 9, 2026, from 9:00 A.M. to 1:30 P.M. on days when school is in session at the Office of the District Clerk, located at 50 Railroad Avenue, Babylon, New York. The register so prepared will be open for inspection by any qualified voter of the District between the hours of 9:30 A.M. and 1:30 P.M. on each of the five (5) days prior to the day set for the election, excluding Sunday, and between the hours of 9:30 A.M. and 1:30 P.M. on Saturday, April 11, 2026 and Monday, April 13, 2026 at the Babylon Public Library, 24 S. Carll Avenue, Babylon, New York, and at the polling place on election day.
AND FURTHER NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that during voting hours on April 14, 2026, the Board of Registration will meet at the Babylon Public Library, 24 S. Carll Avenue, Babylon, New York for the purpose of preparing a register for elections held subsequent thereto. The voting will be by paper ballot. The polls will be open at 12:00 noon and remain open until 8:00 P.M. and as long as may be necessary to enable the voters then present to cast their ballots.
AND FURTHER
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN, that a copy of such budget or statement may be obtained beginning, March 24, 2026 by any resident of the District upon request during the hours of 9:30 A.M. and 4 P.M., except Saturdays and Sundays, at the Babylon
Public Library, 24 S. Carll Avenue, Babylon, NY 11702, and the Principal’s office in each of the following school buildings during school business hours:
•Babylon Public Schools, Central Office, 50 Railroad Avenue, Babylon
•Babylon Elementary School, 171 Ralph Avenue, Babylon
•Babylon Memorial Grade School, 169 Park Avenue, Babylon
•Babylon JuniorSenior High School, 50 Railroad Avenue, Babylon
These documents will also be available on the Babylon Public Library website at: www. babylonlibrary.org
PLEASE TAKE FURTHER NOTICE, that absentee ballots and early mail ballots will be available for the election of Members of the Board of Trustees and the Budget vote. Applications for absentee ballots and early mail ballots may be received by the District Clerk no earlier than the thirtieth (30) day, before the election for which it is sought. Applications for absentee ballots will be available at the Babylon Public Library during library hours and on the Babylon Public Library website – www. babylonlibrary.org. Applications for early mail ballots will be available in the Office of the District Clerk, which is located in the Superintendent’s Office at the District’s Administration Building. To have an absentee ballot or early mail ballot mailed to your home, an applicable completed and signed application must be in the District Clerk’s Office no later than 5:00 P.M. on Tuesday, April 7, 2026. Application for an absentee ballot or an early mail
ballot may be made in person from 9:00 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. on any school day and up until 5:00 p.m. on April 13, 2026. Absentee ballots and early mail ballots will be accepted in the Office of the District Clerk of the school district no later than 5:00 p.m. on April 14, 2026. No absentee or early mail ballot shall be canvassed unless it shall have been received in the Office of the District Clerk no later than 5 P.M. of the date of the Vote. Applications can also be downloaded from the Library’s website at: www.babylonlibrary. org
The right to vote by absentee ballot or early mail ballot will be subject to the approval of the Board of Registration, or the district clerk or designee, as applicable.
A list of all persons to whom absentee ballots and early mail ballots are issued will be available for inspection to qualified voters of the District in the Office of the District Clerk between the hours of 9:00 A.M. and 1:30 P.M. commencing with the issuance of such ballots and for each of the five (5) days prior to the day of the election, excluding Sunday; and between the hours of 9:30 A.M. and 1:30 P.M. on Saturday, April 11, 2026 and Monday, April 13, 2026 at the Babylon Public Library, 24 S. Carll Avenue, Babylon, New York, and at the polling place on election day.
FURTHER NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that Military voters who are not currently registered to vote must apply to register as a qualified voter by contacting the District Clerk at 50 Railroad Avenue, Babylon, New
York 11702 or by email to the District Clerk at lmcgarvey@babylonufsd.com or fax sent to 631-893-7935. The Military voter may indicate their preference for receiving the registration application by mail, facsimile or electronic mail (email). The application to register as a qualified voter must be received no later than 5:00 P.M. on the twenty-sixth (26th) day before the election which is March 19, 2026. The register of voters prepared and filed in the District Clerk’s office shall include the names of all military voters who submit a valid military voter registration. A military voter means a qualified voter of New York State who is in actual military service and will, therefore, be absent from the District in which he or she is qualified to vote on the day of registration or election or is discharged from military service within 30 days of an election, or a spouse, parent, child or dependent of the military voter, accompanying or being with such voter, if a qualified voter of New York State and a resident of the same school district as the military voter, or military personnel residing on a military base within a school district in New York State for a period of 30 days immediately preceding said Vote.
FURTHER NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that Military voters who are qualified voters of the school district may apply for a military ballot. A military ballot application may be requested from the District Clerk and must be returned, in person or by mail, to the Office of the District Clerk at 50
Railroad Avenue, Babylon, New York 11702, not later than 5:00 P.M. on the twenty-sixth (26th) day before the election. A military voter may indicate their preference for receiving the military ballot application by mail, facsimile transmission, or e-mail. Military ballots must be received by the District Clerk: 1) before the close of the polls on April 14, 2026 and showing a cancellation mark of the U.S. postal service, or a foreign country's postal service, or showing a dated endorsement of receipt of another agency of the U.S. government or 2) by 5:00 p.m. on the date set for the election and signed and dated by the military voter and one witness thereof, with a date which is ascertained not to be later than the day before the election. Irrespective of the preferred mode of transmission, the military ballot application and military ballot must be returned by mail or in person. A list of all persons to whom military ballots shall have been issued will be available for inspection to qualified voters of the District in the office of the District Clerk during regular office hours until the day of the vote.
PLEASE TAKE FURTHER NOTICE that the vote on all propositions and the election of candidates on Tuesday, April 14, 2026 will be conducted by paper ballot. It being expressly understood that the intent of the Library is to comply with any legislation stemming from the current coronavirus pandemic. Thus, all references to the timing, location, and manner of hearings, registration, and vot-
ing in the budget vote and election are subject to modification based on applicable legislation or direction by an entity with jurisdiction over the Library.
FOR VOTING AT ANY SCHOOL DISTRICT MEETING
A person must be:
•A citizen of the United States
•Eighteen or more years of age
•A resident of the District for a period of thirty days or more next preceding the Election at which he offers to vote
•Registered to vote in Suffolk County or the Babylon School District Elections
DATED: January 20, 2026
Babylon, New York By Order of the Board of Trustees of Babylon Public Library, Babylon Union Free School District, Town of Babylon, Suffolk County, New York 26-100. 2/26, 3/5, 12, 19
March 19, 2026
Aviso De Audiencia
Pública, Votación Del Presupuesto y Elecciones de la Biblioteca
Pública de Babylon, Distrito Escolar de Babylon, Pueblo de Babylon, Municipio de Babylon, Condado de Suffolk, Nueva York
POR LA PRESENTE
SE NOTIFICA que la Junta Directiva de la Biblioteca Pública de Babylon, pueblo de Babylon, Condado de Suffolk, Estado de Nueva York llevará a cabo una audiencia pública en la Biblioteca Pública de Babylon, 24 S. Carll Avenue, Babylon, Nueva York en dicho Distrito el 31 de marzo de 2026 a las 6:30 P.M. con el fin de discutir los gastos contenidos en el proyecto de presupuesto para el año fiscal 2026-2027. Copias del documento presupuestario estarán disponibles con previa solicitud a los residentes del Distrito a partir del 24 de marzo de 2026, entre las 9:00 A.M. y las 4:00 P.M., en la oficina de la Sra. Linda McGarvey, secretaria del Distrito Escolar de Babylon que está ubicada en la Oficina del Superintendente (Edificio de Administración.)
POR LA PRESENTE
SE NOTIFICA que la votación y la elección se llevarán a cabo el MARTES 14 DE ABRIL DE 2026, entre las 12 del mediodía y las 8:00 de la noche en la BIBLIOTECA PÚBLICA DE BABYLON para los siguientes propósitos de votación por parte de los votantes calificados sobre los siguientes asuntos separados:
(a) Aprobar o desaprobar el presupuesto propuesto por la biblioteca (complementado o enmendado, según sea el caso) de los gastos estimados para el año siguiente, según lo presentado por la Junta Directiva de la Biblioteca.
b) Cualquier otra cuestión o proposición relativa a asuntos, gastos o autoridad para
recaudar impuestos que se someta a votación en virtud de la Ley de Educación.
TENGA EN CUENTA que en dicha votación y elección del 14 de abril de 2026, se elegirá un (1) miembro para la Junta Directiva de la siguiente manera: UN (1) miembro será elegido para la Junta Directiva de la Biblioteca Pública de Babylon por un período completo de cinco (5) años a partir del primero de julio de 2026 y hasta el 30 de junio de 2031.
TENGA EN CUENTA que todas las peticiones de nominación de candidatos para el cargo de miembro de la Junta Directiva de la Biblioteca Pública de Babylon deben presentarse ante la secretaria del Distrito Escolar de Babylon, la Sra. Linda McGarvey, a más tardar el 16 de marzo de 2026, entre las 9:00 A.M. y las 5:00 P.M., cuya oficina está ubicada en la Oficina del Superintendente de Escuelas (el Edificio de Administración del Distrito escolar) en 50 Railroad Avenue, Babylon, Nueva York. Las peticiones de nominación deben contener al menos veinticinco (25) firmas de votantes calificados. Dicha petición también debe indicar el nombre y la residencia de cada firmante, y debe indicar el nombre y la residencia del candidato. Las peticiones de nominación no describirán ninguna vacante específica en la Junta para la cual el candidato es nominado.
Y POR LA PRESENTE SE DA AVISO ADICIONAL de que se requiere el registro personal de los votantes. Si un votante se ha registrado hasta ahora y ha votado en una reunión anual o especial del distrito dentro de los últimos cuatro (4) años calendario, él/ella es eleg-
ible para votar en esta elección. Todas las demás personas que deseen votar deben registrarse. La inscripción se llevará a cabo hasta e incluyendo el 9 de abril de 2026, de 9:00 A.M. a 1:30 P.M. los días en que la escuela esté en sesión en la Oficina de la secretaria del Distrito, ubicada en 50 Railroad Avenue, Babylon, Nueva York.
El registro preparado estará disponible para la inspección de cualquier votante calificado del Distrito entre las 9:30 A.M. y la 1:30 P.M. durante cualquiera de los cinco (5) días anteriores al día fijado para la elección, excluyendo el domingo, y entre las 9:30 A.M. y la 1:30 P.M. del sábado 11 de abril 2026 y el lunes 13 de abril de 2026 en la Biblioteca Pública de Babylon, 24 S. Carll Avenue, Babylon, Nueva York, y en el lugar de votación el día de las elecciones.
Y POR LA PRESENTE SE NOTIFICA
ADEMÁS que, durante el horario de votación del 14 de abril de 2026, la Junta de Registro se reunirá en la Biblioteca Pública de Babylon, 24 S. Carll Avenue, Babylon, Nueva York con el fin de preparar un registro para las elecciones que se celebren con posterioridad.
La votación será por papeleta. Las urnas estarán abiertas a las 12:00 del mediodía y permanecerán abiertas hasta las 8:00 P.M. y el tiempo que sea necesario para permitir que los votantes presentes emitan su voto.
Y POR LA PRESENTE SE DA AVISO
ADICIONAL, que cualquier residente del Distrito puede pedir y obtener una copia de dicho presupuesto o declaración a partir del 24 de marzo de 2026 entre las horas de 9:30 A.M. y 4:00 P.M., exceptuando sábados
y domingos, en la Biblioteca Pública de Babylon, 24 S. Carll Avenue, Babylon, NY 11702. También pueden obtener estos documentos en la oficina del Director Escolar de cada uno de los siguientes edificios escolares durante el horario escolar:
•Oficina Central del Distrito Escolar de Babylon, 50 Railroad Avenue, Babylon
•Escuela Primaria de Babylon, 171 Ralph Avenue, Babylon
•Escuela Primaria de Babylon Memorial, 168 Park Avenue, Babylon
•Bachillerato/Preparatoria de Babylon
Junior-Senior High School, 50 Railroad Avenue, Babylon Estos documentos también estarán disponibles en el sitio de Internet de la Biblioteca Pública de Babylon en: www.babylonlibrary.org
TENGA EN CUENTA que las boletas de ausencia y las boletas anticipadas por correo estarán disponibles para la elección de los miembros de la Junta Directiva y la votación del Presupuesto. Las solicitudes de boletas de votos de ausencia y boletas anticipadas por correo pueden ser recibidas por la secretaria del distrito escolar no antes del trigésimo (30) día de la elección para la cual se solicita. Las solicitudes para las papeletas de voto en ausencia estarán disponibles en la Biblioteca Pública de Babylon durante el horario de la biblioteca y en el sitio de Internet de la Biblioteca Pública de Babylon – www. babylonlibrary.org. Las solicitudes para boletas anticipadas por correo estarán disponibles en la oficina de la secretaria del distrito escolar, que se encuentra en la Oficina del Superintendente en el Edificio de Administración del Distrito. Para recibir una boleta de voto en ausencia o una boleta
de voto anticipado por correo a su hogar, deberá llenar una solicitud y firmarla. Deberá llegar a la oficina de la secretaria del distrito escolar a más tardar a las 5:00 P.M. del martes 7 de abril de 2026. La solicitud de una boleta de voto de ausencia o una boleta anticipada por correo se puede hacer en persona de 9:00 A.M. a 1:30 P.M. durante los días escolares y hasta las 5:00 P.M. del 13 de abril de 2026. Las boletas de voto de ausencia y las boletas anticipadas por correo se aceptarán en la oficina de la secretaria del distrito escolar, a más tardar a las 5:00 P.M. del 14 de abril de 2026. No se tomará en cuenta ningún voto de ausencia o voto por correo anticipado a menos de que haya sido recibido en la oficina de la secretaria del distrito escolar, a más tardar a las 5 P.M. de la fecha de votación.
Las solicitudes también se pueden descargar desde el sitio de Internet de la Biblioteca en: www.babylonlibrary. org
El derecho a votar por medio de una boleta de voto ausente o una boleta anticipada por correo estará sujeto a la aprobación de la Junta de Registro, o del secretario del distrito o su designado, según corresponda. Una lista de todas las personas que emitieron boletas de voto de ausencia y boletas anticipadas por correo estará disponible para inspección de los votantes calificados del Distrito en la oficina de la secretaria del distrito escolar, entre las 9:00 A.M. y la 1:30 P.M. a partir de la emisión de dichas boletas y los cinco (5) días anteriores al día de la elección, excluyendo el domingo; y entre las 9:30 A.M. y la 1:30 P.M. del sábado
11 de abril de 2026 y el lunes 13 de abril de 2026 en la Biblioteca Pública de Babylon, 24 S. Carll Avenue, Babylon, Nueva York. La lista también se encontrará en el lugar de votación durante el día de las elecciones. POR LA PRESENTE SE DA AVISO ADICIONAL de que los votantes militares que no estén actualmente regist rados para votar deberán solicitar registrarse como votantes cualificados comunicándose directamente con la secretaria del distrito escolar (Sra. Linda McGarvey), en 50 Railroad Avenue, Babylon, New York 11702 o por correo electrónico con ella: lmcgarvey@babylonufsd.com o por fax al 631-883-7835. El votante militar puede indicar su preferencia para recibir la solicitud de registro por correo, fax o correo electrónico. La solicitud de boletas militares debe entregarse a más tardar a las 5:00 P.M. del vigésimo sexto (26) día antes de la elección, que es el 14 de abril de 2026. El registro de votantes será preparado y archivado en la oficina de la secretaria del distrito escolar, e incluirá los nombres de todos los votantes militares que presenten un registro de votantes militares válido. Un votante militar es un votante del estado de Nueva York que está presentemente en servicio militar y, por lo tanto, estará ausente del Distrito en el que está calificado para votar el día de registro o elección o es dado de baja del servicio militar dentro de los 30 días posteriores a una elección. Un votante militar también es un cónyuge, padre, hijo o dependiente del votante militar, que está con dicho militar y es un votante calificado del estado de Nueva York y reside en el mis-
mo distrito escolar que el votante militar, o es un personal militar que reside en una base militar dentro de un distrito escolar en el estado de Nueva York por un período de 30 días inmediatamente antes de dicho voto. POR LA PRESENTE SE DA AVISO ADICIONAL de que los votantes militares que son votantes calificados del distrito escolar pueden solicitar una boleta militar. Pueden solicitar una solicitud de boleta militar a la oficina de la secretaria del distrito escolar, y deberán ser entregados ya sea en persona o por correo a la oficina de la secretaria del distrito escolar (Sra. Linda McGarvey) en 50 Railroad Avenue, Babylon, New York 11702, a más tardar a las 5:00 P.M. del vigésimo sexto (26) día antes de la elección. Un votante militar puede indicar su preferencia por recibir la solicitud de boleta militar por correo, por fax o correo electrónico. Las boletas militares deben ser recibidas por la secretaria del distrito escolar: 1) antes del cierre de las urnas el 14 de abril de 2026 y mostrando una marca de cancelación del servicio postal de los EE.UU., o del servicio postal de un país extranjero, o mostrando un endoso fechado de recibo de otra agencia de gobierno de los EE.UU. o 2) antes de las 5:00 P.M. en la fecha fijada para la elección y firmado y fechado por el votante militar y un testigo del mismo, con una fecha que no se compruebe que será posterior al día anterior a la elección. Independientemente del modo de transmisión preferido, la solicitud de la boleta militar y la boleta militar en sí, deben ser entregados por correo o en perso-
na. Una lista de todas las personas a las que se les hayan emitido boletas militares estará disponible para la inspección de todos los votantes cualificados del Distrito en la oficina de la secretaria del distrito escolar durante el horario regular de oficina hasta el día de la votación. TENGA EN CUENTA que la votación de todas las propuestas y la elección de candidatos el martes 14 de abril de 2026 se llevará a cabo mediante boleta de papel. Quedando expresamente entendido que la intención de la Biblioteca es cumplir con cualquier legislación derivada de la actual pandemia de coronavirus. Por lo tanto, todas las referencias al momento, el lugar y la forma de las audiencias, el registro y la votación y elección del presupuesto están sujetas a modificaciones en función a la legislación aplicable o la dirección de una entidad con jurisdicción gubernamental sobre la Biblioteca. REQUISITOS PARA VOTAR EN CUALQUIER REUNIÓN DEL DISTRITO ESCOLAR
Una persona debe:
•Ser ciudadano de los Estados Unidos
•Tener dieciocho o más años de edad
•Ser residente del Distrito por un período de treinta días o más inmediatamente anterior a la Elección en la que se ofrece a votar
•Estar registrado para votar en las elecciones del condado de Suffolk o del distrito escolar de Babylon FECHADO:20 de enero de 2026 Babylon, Nueva York
Por orden de la Junta Directiva de la Biblioteca Pública de Babylon, Distrito Escolar de Babylon, Pueblo de Babylon, Condado de Suffolk, Nueva York 26-101 2/26, 3/5, 12, 19
NOTICE OF SPECIAL DISTRICT MEETING OF THE DEER PARK PUBLIC LIBRARY TOWN OF BABYLON, SUFFOLK COUNTY, NEW YORK
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN, that a Special District Meeting of the qualified voters of the Deer Park Union Free School District, Town of Babylon, Suffolk County, New York, will be held at the Deer Park Public Library, 44 Lake Avenue, Deer Park, New York on Tuesday, April 14, 2026 at 10:00 a.m., prevailing time, for the purpose of voting by paper ballot upon the following items:
• To adopt the Annual Budget of the Deer Park Library for the fiscal year 2026/2027 and to authorize that the requisite portion thereof be raised by taxation on the taxable property of the Deer Park Union Free School District.
• To elect one (1) member of the Board of Trustees, whereby one (1) member will serve a term commencing on July 1, 2026 and expiring on June 30, 2031.
FURTHER NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN, that for the purpose of voting at such a meeting on Tuesday, April 14, 2026 the polls will be open between the hours of 10 a.m. and 8 p.m., prevailing time, and voting will be held in the Deer Park Public Library, 44 Lake Avenue, Deer Park, New York, and FURTHER NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN, that a public information meeting will be held in the Deer Park Public Library, 44 Lake Avenue, Deer Park, New York on April 1, 2026 at 7:00 PM prevailing time to discuss the amount of money which will be required for the ensuing year for the Deer Park Public Library’s purposes; and
FURTHER NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN, that a copy of a statement of the amount of money which will be required for the ensuing year for the Deer Park Library’s purposes exclusive of public monies, may be obtained by any resident of the District during the fourteen (14) days immediately preceding said meeting except Saturdays, Sundays and holidays from the Library located at 44 Lake Avenue, Deer Park ,New York during the operating hours of the Library; and FURTHER NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN, that personal registration of voters is required pursuant to Section 2014 of the Education Law or pursuant to Article 5 of the Education Law. If a voter has heretofore registered pursuant to Section 2014 of the Education Law and has voted at any Annual or Special District meeting within the past four (4) years, such voter is eligible to vote at this election; if a voter is eligible and registered to vote pursuant to Article 5 of the Election Law, such voter is also eligible to vote at this election. All other persons that wish to vote must register.
The Board of Registration will meet for the purpose of registering all qualified voters of the District pursuant to Section 2014 of the Education Law on Saturday, March 31, 2026 between the hours of 4 p.m.. and 8 p.m. prevailing time at the Deer Park Public Library, 44 Lake Avenue, Deer Park, New York to add any additional names to the register to be used at the aforesaid election/
vote, at which time any person will be entitled to have his/her name placed on such register, provided that at the meeting of the Board of Registration he or she is known, or proven to the satisfaction of the Board of Registration to be then or thereafter entitled to vote at such Special District Meeting for which the register is prepared. The register so prepared pursuant to Section 2014 of the Education Law of the State of New York and the registration list prepared by the Board of Elections will be filed in the
Office of the Director of the Library and will be open for the inspection by any qualified voter of the District between the hours of 9:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. on each of the five (5) days prior to the election/vote except Sunday.
FURTHER NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN, that petitions nominating candidates for the office of Trustee of the Deer Park Library shall be filed in the Office of the Director of the Library, at the Library, 44 Lake Avenue, Deer Park, not later than 5:00 pm Monday, March 16, 2026 which petition shall be filed between the hours of 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. prevailing time Monday to Friday. Each petition must be directed to the Library Director, must be signed by at least twenty-five (25) qualified voters of the Library district and must state the residence of each signer and the name and residence of the candidate. Vacancies on the Board of Trustees are not considered separate, specific offices; candidates run at large. Nominating petitions shall not describe any specific vacancy upon the Board for which the candidate is nominated.
AND FURTHER NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN, that military voters who are not currently registered may apply to register as a qualified voter of the district. An application for registration as a military voter can be requested in person from the Library Director at his office at the Library, Monday – Friday between the hours of 9:00 am and 5:00 pm or in writing to Deer Park Public Library 44 Lake Avenue, Deer Park, NY 11729, or by email to directorsoffice@ deerparklibrary.org. The application for registration must be received in the office of the Library Director no later than 5:00 pm on March 20, 2026. In the request for an application for registration, the military voter is permitted to designate his/her preference for receiving the application for registration by mail, facsimile transmission or electronic mail.
AND FURTHER NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN, that military voters who are qualified voters of the district may submit an application for a military ballot in person to the Library Director at his office at the Library, Monday –Friday between the hours of 9:00 am and 5:00 pm or in writing to Deer Park Public Library 44 Lake Avenue, Deer Park, NY 11729, or by email to directorsoffice@deerparklibrary. org. in order to receive a military ballot, the military ballot application must be received no later than 5:00 pm on March 20, 2026. In the request for an application for a military ballot, the military voter is permitted to designate his/her preference for receiving the application for a military ballot,
and the military ballot, by mail, facsimile transmission or electronic mail. All original qualified military voters’ ballot applications and military ballots must be returned by mail or in person. Ballots for military voters shall be distributed to qualified military voters no later than March 20, 2026. Military ballots must be received by the Library Director (1) before the close of the polls, on Tuesday, April 14, 2026, and must show a cancellation mark of the United States postal service or a foreign country’s postal service, or must show a dated endorsement of receipt by another agency of the United States Government; or (2) not later than 5:00 pm on the day of the election and be signed and dated by the military voter and one witness, with a date ascertained to be not later than the day before the election. A list of all persons to whom military ballots shall have been issued will be available in the Office of the Library Director between the hours of 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. on each of the five (5) days prior to the election, vote, except Sunday. FURTHER NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN, pursuant to the provisions of Section 2018a and Section 2018-e of the Education Law, absentee ballots and/or early mail voter ballots for the election of Trustee of the Library, and adoption of the annual budget, may be applied for at the Office of the Director of the Library, 44 Lake Avenue, Deer Park, New York, during the hours of 10 a.m. through 4 p.m., prevailing time, Monday through Friday. Completed applications must be received by the Library Director no earlier than March 14, 2026, and by April 7, 2026, if the ballot is to be mailed to the voter. If the ballot is to be delivered personally to the voter at the office of the Library Director, the completed application must be received by the Library Director no later than 5:00 p.m. on Monday, April 13, 2026. No absentee or early mail voter’s ballot shall be canvassed unless it shall have been received in the office of the Library Director not later than 5:00 p.m. on the day of the vote/election. A list of all persons to whom absentee and early mail ballots shall have been issued will be available in the Office of the Library Director between the hours of 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. on each of the five (5) days prior to the election, vote, except Sunday.
Dated:
Deer Park, New York BY ORDER OF THE BOARD OF February 18, 2026 THE BOARD OF TRUSTEES OF THE DEER PARK PUBLIC LIBRARY 26-124. 3/5, 12, 19, 26
Notice is hereby given that a license, Application ID: NA-0370-26104632 for liquor, beer, wine, and cider has been applied for by the undersigned to sell liquor, beer, wine, and cider at
NOTICE TO BIDDERS
Pursuant to Resolution adopted by the Village Board: SEALED BIDS will be received by Clerk of the Village of Babylon at 153 West Main Street, Babylon, New York, 11702 on Thursday, March 26, 2026, at 9:30 a.m. at which time they will be publicly opened and read, and the Contract awarded as soon thereafter as practicable for the:
VILLAGE OF BABYLON
MUNICIPAL POOL RESURFACING –PHASE III
This project includes the reconstruction of the existing marble dust pool surface, repair of expansion joints and installation of swim lane and tile patterns on the Village pool located at the southerly end of Fire Island Avenue.
Drawings and specifications may be examined and obtained at the Village Hall, between the hours of 9:00 AM and 4:00 PM daily except Saturdays, Sundays, and Holidays on and after Thursday, March 12, 2026.
A non-refundable deposit of $50.00 is required for each set of contract documents. Checks are to be made payable to the Village of Babylon. Each proposal must be accompanied by a Certified Check made payable to the Village of Babylon in the amount of five hundred dollars ($500.00) for bid security. Bid proposals should be made in sealed envelopes clearly marked “Municipal Pool Resurfacing –Phase III”. Said bids will be opened and read aloud at the above stated time. The Village of Babylon encourages minority and women owned businesses to participate in all bids. The Village of Babylon reserves the right to waive any informalities in Bidding and to reject all bids or to accept any Bid, which in the opinion of the Board, will be in the best interest of the Village. By Order of the Board of Trustees Village of Babylon 26-146. 3/12, 19
retail in a Bar/Tavern under the Alcoholic Beverage Control Law at 608 Sunrise Highway, West Babylon, NY 11704, County of Suffolk, for on premises consumption at Forcor Inc. 26-147 3/12, 19
Notice is hereby given that a license, Application ID: NA-0340-26104048 for liquor, beer, wine, and cider has been applied for by the undersigned to sell liquor, beer, wine, and cider at retail in a Bar/Tavern under the Alcoholic Beverage Control Law at 690 Queens St, Greenport, NY 11944, County of Suffolk, for on premises consumption at HNF F&B LLC. 26-149. 3/12, 19
Notice of formation of 95 N. Railroad, LLC. Arts of Org filed with the Secretary of State of NY SSNY on 2/11/24. Office located in Suffolk County. SSNY has been designated for service of process. SSNY shall mail copy of any process served against the LLC, 28 Sheridan Rd., Babylon, NY 11702. Purpose: any lawful purpose. 26-144. 3/12, 19, 26, 4/2, 9, 16
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AVISO DE REUNIÓN ESPECIAL DE DISTRITO DE LA DEER PARKBIBLIOTECA PÚBLICA
CIUDAD DE BABYLON,SUFFOLK COUNTY, NEW YORK
POR LA PRESENTE SE NOTIFICA que se llevará a cabo una Reunión Distrital Especial de los votantes calificados del Distrito Escolar Libre de Deer Park Union, Ciudad de Babylon, Condado de Suffolk, Nueva York, en la Biblioteca Pública de Deer Park, 44 Lake Avenue, Deer Park, Nueva York, el martes 14 de abril de 2026 a las 10:00 a. m., hora vigente, con el propósito de votar mediante boleta de papel sobre los siguientes temas:
• Adoptar el Presupuesto Anual de la Biblioteca de Deer Park para el año fiscal 2026/2027 y autorizar que la parte requerida del mismo se recaude mediante impuestos sobre la propiedad imponible del Distrito Escolar Libre de Deer Park Union.
• Elegir un (1) miembro del Consejo de Administración, de los cuales un (1) cumplirá un mandato que comenzará el 1 de julio de 2026 y finalizará el 30 de junio de 2031.
SE NOTIFICA ADEMÁS POR LA PRESENTE que, para votar en dicha reunión el martes 14 de abril de 2026 , las urnas estarán abiertas entre las 10 a. m. y las 8 p. m., hora vigente, y la votación se llevará a cabo en la Biblioteca Pública de Deer Park, 44 Lake Avenue, Deer Park, Nueva York, y
SE NOTIFICA ADICIONALMENTE que se llevará a cabo una reunión de información pública en la Biblioteca Pública de Deer Park, 44 Lake Avenue, Deer Park, Nueva York, el 1 de abril de 2026 a las 7:00 p. m., hora vigente, para discutir la cantidad de dinero que se requerirá para el año siguiente para los fines de la Biblioteca Pública de Deer Park; y
SE NOTIFICA ADICIONALMENTE QUE cualquier residente del Distrito, durante los catorce (14) días inmediatamente anteriores a dicha reunión, excepto sábados, domingos y feriados, podrá obtener una copia de una declaración del monto de dinero que se requerirá para el año siguiente para los fines de la Biblioteca de Deer Park, excluyendo los dineros públicos, en la Biblioteca ubicada en 44 Lake Avenue, Deer Park, Nueva York, durante el horario de atención de la Biblioteca; y
SE NOTIFICA ADICIONALMENTE que el registro personal de votantes es obligatorio de conformidad con la Sección 2014 de la Ley de Educación o con el Artículo 5 de dicha Ley. Si un votante se ha registrado previamente de conformidad con la Sección 2014 de la Ley de Educación y ha votado en cualquier reunión anual o extraordinaria de distrito en los últimos cuatro (4) años, podrá votar en estas elecciones; si es elegible y está registrado para votar de conformidad con el Artículo 5 de la Ley Electoral, también podrá votar en estas elecciones. Todas las demás personas que deseen votar deben registrarse.
La Junta de Registro se reunirá con el propósito de registrar a todos los votantes calificados del Distrito de conformidad con la Sección 2014 de la Ley de Educación el
sábado 31 de marzo de 2026 entre las 4 p. m. y las 8 p. m., hora vigente, en la Biblioteca Pública de Deer Park, 44 Lake Avenue, Deer Park, Nueva York, para agregar cualquier nombre adicional al registro que se utilizará en la elección/votación antes mencionada, momento en el cual cualquier persona tendrá derecho a que su nombre se coloque en dicho registro, siempre que en la reunión de la Junta de Registro se sepa o se demuestre a satisfacción de la Junta de Registro que en ese momento o en lo sucesivo tiene derecho a votar en dicha Reunión Distrital Especial para la cual se prepara el registro. El registro preparado de conformidad con la Sección 2014 de la Ley de Educación del Estado de Nueva York y la lista de registro preparada por la Junta Electoral se archivarán en la Oficina del Director de la Biblioteca y estarán abiertos para la inspección de cualquier votante calificado del Distrito entre las 9:30 a. m. y las 4:30 p. m. de cada uno de los cinco (5) días anteriores a la elección/votación, excepto el domingo.
SE NOTIFICA ADICIONALMENTE QUE las peticiones de nominación de candidatos para el cargo de Fideicomisario de la Biblioteca de Deer Park deberán presentarse en la Oficina del Director de la Biblioteca, ubicada en 44 Lake Avenue, Deer Park, a más tardar a las 5:00 p. m. del lunes 16 de marzo de 2026. Dicha petición deberá presentarse entre las 9:00 a. m. y las 5:00 p. m., hora vigente, de lunes a viernes. Cada petición debe dirigirse al Director de la Biblioteca, debe estar firmada por al menos veinticinco (25) votantes calificados del distrito de la Biblioteca y debe indicar la residencia de cada firmante, así como el nombre y la residencia del candidato. Las vacantes en la Junta de Fideicomisarios no se consideran cargos separados y específicos; los candidatos se postulan en general. Las peticiones de nominación no deben describir ninguna vacante específica en la Junta para la cual se nomina al candidato.
Y, ADEMÁS, SE NOTIFICA que los votantes militares que no estén actualmente registrados pueden solicitar su registro como votantes cualificados del distrito. La solicitud de registro como votante militar puede solicitarse personalmente al Director de la Biblioteca, en su oficina, de lunes a viernes, de 9:00 a. m. a 5:00 p. m., o por escrito a la Biblioteca Pública de Deer Park, 44 Lake Avenue, Deer Park, NY 11729, o por correo electrónico a directorsoffice@ deerparklibrary.org. La solicitud de registro debe recibirse en la oficina del Director de la Biblioteca a más tardar a las 5:00 p. m. del 20 de marzo de 2026. En la solicitud de registro, el votante militar puede indicar su preferencia de recibirla por correo postal, fax o correo electrónico.
Y ADEMÁS, POR LA PRESENTE SE NOTIFICA que los votantes militares que sean votantes calificados del distrito pueden presentar una solicitud para una boleta militar en persona al Director de la Biblioteca en su oficina, de lunes a viernes entre las 9:00 a. m. y las 5:00 p. m., o por escrito a la Biblioteca Pública de Deer Park, 44 Lake Avenue, Deer Park, NY 11729, o por correo electrónico a
directorsoffice@deerparklibrary.org. Para recibir una boleta militar, la solicitud de boleta militar debe recibirse a más tardar a las 5:00 p. m. del 20 de marzo de 2026. En la solicitud de una boleta militar, el votante militar puede designar su preferencia para recibir la solicitud de boleta militar, y la boleta militar, por correo postal, fax o correo electrónico. Todas las solicitudes de boleta de votantes militares calificados originales y las boletas militares deben devolverse por correo postal o en persona. Las papeletas para votantes militares se distribuirán a los votantes militares calificados a más tardar el 20 de marzo de 2026. Las papeletas militares deben ser recibidas por el Director de la Biblioteca (1) antes del cierre de las urnas, el martes 14 de abril de 2026, y deben mostrar una marca de cancelación del servicio postal de los Estados Unidos o del servicio postal de un país extranjero, o deben mostrar un endoso fechado de recibo por otra agencia del Gobierno de los Estados Unidos; o (2) a más tardar a las 5:00 p.m. del día de la elección y estar firmadas y fechadas por el votante militar y un testigo, con una fecha que se verifique que no sea posterior al día anterior a la elección. Una lista de todas las personas a quienes se les habrán emitido papeletas militares estará disponible en la Oficina del Director de la Biblioteca entre las 9 a.m. y las 5 p.m. cada uno de los cinco (5) días previos a la elección, excepto el domingo. SE NOTIFICA ADICIONALMENTE que, de conformidad con las disposiciones de los Artículos 2018-a y 2018-e de la Ley de Educación, las papeletas de voto en ausencia y/o de voto por correo anticipado para la elección del Fideicomisario de la Biblioteca y la aprobación del presupuesto anual pueden solicitarse en la Oficina del Director de la Biblioteca, 44 Lake Avenue, Deer Park, Nueva York, de lunes a viernes de 10:00 a. m. a 4:00 p. m., hora vigente. Las solicitudes completas deben ser recibidas por el Director de la Biblioteca no antes del 14 de marzo de 2026, y antes del 7 de abril de 2026, si la papeleta se envía por correo. Si la papeleta se entrega personalmente al votante en la oficina del Director de la Biblioteca, la solicitud completa deberá ser recibida por el Director de la Biblioteca a más tardar a las 17:00 h del lunes 13 de abril de 2026. No se escrutará ninguna papeleta de votante en ausencia o por correo anticipado a menos que se haya recibido en la oficina del Director de la Biblioteca a más tardar a las 17:00 h del día de la votación/ elección. La lista de todas las personas a quienes se les hayan emitido papeletas de voto en ausencia o por correo anticipado estará disponible en la Oficina del Director de la Biblioteca entre las 9:00 h y las 17:00 h de cada uno de los cinco (5) días previos a la elección, excepto los domingos.
Fecha :
Deer Park, Nueva York POR ORDEN DE LA JUNTA DE 18 de febrero de 2026
LA JUNTA DIRECTIVA DE LA BIBLIOTECA PÚBLICA DE DEER PARK 26-125. 3/5, 12, 19, 26
Notice is hereby given that a license, Application ID: NA-0340-26104674 for liquor, beer, wine, and cider has been applied for by the undersigned to sell liquor, beer, wine, and cider at retail in a Restaurant under the Alcoholic Beverage Control Law at 306 Union Blvd, West Islip, NY 11795, County of Suffolk, for on premises consumption at Prospect on Union Inc. 26-148. 3/12, 19
Notice is hereby given that a license, Application ID: NA-0340-26104079 for liquor, beer, wine, and cider has been applied for by the undersigned to sell liquor, beer, wine, and cider at retail in a Bar/ Tavern under the Alcoholic Beverage Control Law at 690 Queens St, Pavilion, Greenport, NY 11944, County of Suffolk, for on premises consumption at HNF F&B LLC. 26-150. 3/12, 19
SUPREME COURT COUNTY OF SUFFOLK BABYLON.
PHH MORTGAGE CORPORATION, Plaintiff against LEROY R. HAMILTON AS HEIR OF THE ESTATE OF BEATRICE HAMILTON, et al
Defendant(s). Pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale dated October 15, 2025 and entered on October 20, 2025, 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 Friday, April 10, 2026 at 1:00 p.m. premises situate, lying and being in the Town of Babylon, County of Suffolk and State of New York, known and designated as DSBL# 0100 054.00 02.00 001.000.
Said premises known as 79 S. 32ND STREET, WYANDANCH, NY 11798
Approximate amount of lien $116,688.55 plus interest & costs.
Premises will be sold subject to provisions of filed Judgment and Terms of Sale.
Index Number 628335/2023.
FRANCESCO P. TINI, ESQ., Referee
Pincus & Tarab
Attorney(s) for Plaintiff 425 RXR Plaza, Uniondale, NY 11556 26-137. 3/12, 19, 26, 4/2
WEST BABYLON PUBLIC LIBRARY
211 Route 109 West Babylon, NY 11704 • (631) 669-5445 • Fax: (631) 669-6539 • www.
wbpl.us
Nancy Evans, Director LEGAL NOTICE
NOTICE OF SPECIAL MEETING OF WEST BABYLON PUBLIC LIBRARY NOTICE
IS HEREBY GIVEN that a Special District Meeting of the qualified voters of West Babylon Union Free School District will be held on Tuesday, April 14, 2026, between the hours of 1:00 P.M. and 9:00 P.M. at the West Babylon Public Library, 211 Route 109, West Babylon, New York, the designated polling place, for the following purposes:
1. To consider and vote upon the Library Annual Budget and tax appropriation (“tax levy”) for the fiscal year 2026/2027, for the following proposition: That the Library Annual Budget as proposed by the Board of Trustees of the West Babylon Public Library for the fiscal year 2026/2027 be approved, with the requisite portion thereof to be raised by a tax appropriation (“tax levy”) in the amount of $4,154,630.
2. To elect one Library Trustee for a term of five years, commencing July 1, 2026. A petition shall be required to nominate such candidates to the office of Library Trustee. Each petition shall be directed to the West Babylon Public Library, shall be signed by at least twenty-five (25) qualified voters of the District, shall state the residence of each signer and shall state the name and residence of the candidate. In the event that any such nominee shall withdraw his/her candidacy prior to the
election, such person shall not be considered a candidate unless a new petition nominating such person in the same manner and with the same limitations applicable to other candidates is filed with the West Babylon Public Library. Each petition shall be filed between the hours of 10:00 A.M. and 4:00 P.M., but not later than Monday, March 16, 2026, at 5 pm. Petition forms may be obtained from and signed petitions returned to, the office of the Director of the West Babylon Public Library. No person shall be nominated by petition for more than one separate office.
NOTICE IS FURTHER GIVEN that the Special District Election and Budget Vote shall be conducted by voting on the propositions by paper ballot on Tuesday, the 14th day of April 2026, between the hours of 1:00 P.M. and 9:00 P.M., at the West Babylon Public Library, 211 Route 109, West Babylon, New York, which has been designated as the polling place for the Special District Meeting.
NOTICE IS FURTHER GIVEN that a public hearing for the purpose of discussion of the said expenditure of funds and the budget thereof will be held on Monday, March 30, 2026, at 6 P.M.
A register of the qualified voters of the School District for said Special District Meeting and Election, to be prepared for the Special District Meeting and Election to be held on Tuesday, April 14, 2026, shall include all persons who have previously registered for any annual or special meeting or election held or conducted at any time
within four years prior to the preparation of the register or who are registered to vote at any general election pursuant to Section 5-210 of the Election Law of the State of New York. Such register will be filed in the Office of the Director of the West Babylon Public Library immediately after completion and will be open for inspection by any qualified voter of the District at the Office of the Library Director from 10:00 A.M. to 4:00 P.M. on each of the five (5) days prior to the meeting or election for which it was prepared, except Sunday or holidays. Only qualified voters who are duly registered will be permitted to vote. The Office of the Library Director is located at 211 Route 109, West Babylon, New York in said District.
FURTHER NOTICE IS GIVEN, that any qualified voters who wish to register to vote may visit the office of the School’s District Clerk, 10 Farmingdale Road, West Babylon, NY or any school building main office during their regular business hours to register. Those wishing to register to vote must be a United States Citizen, at least 18 years old, cannot be in prison or on parole for a felony conviction and cannot claim the right to vote elsewhere. In addition, those wishing to vote must be a resident of the District for at least 30 days prior to the vote.
FURTHER NOTICE IS GIVEN, that in accordance with Education Law Section 2018-a and Section 2018-f, application for absentee ballots or early mail voter ballots for the Special District Meeting and Election may be applied for at the office
of the Director of the West Babylon Public Library. Such application must be received no earlier than March 16, 2026, and at least seven (7) days before the election if the ballot is to be mailed to the voter or the day before the election if the ballot is to be delivered personally to the voter. The Board of Registration shall make a list of all persons to whom absentee voter ballots and early mail voter ballots have been issued and have it available during regular office hours commencing twentyone days preceding the Special District meeting and until the day of election. Such list will be posted at the polling place during the election. No absentee voter ballot or early mail voter ballot shall be canvassed unless it is received not later than 5:00 P.M. on the day of the Election.
FURTHER NOTICE
IS GIVEN, that military voters who are not currently registered may apply to register as a qualified voter of the School District by requesting and returning a registration application to the School’s District Clerk in person, or by email to bburrows@ wbschools.org or fax sent to (631)-3767008. The request for the registration application may include the military voter’s preference for receipt of the registration application by either mail, fax or email. Military voter registration application forms must be received in the office of the School’s District Clerk, 10 Farmingdale Road, West Babylon, NY, no later than 5:00 p.m. on March 19, 2026.
FURTHER NOTICE IS GIVEN, that military voters who are qualified voters of the School District, may
request an application for a military ballot from the Library Director in person, or by email to nevans@ wbpl.us or fax sent to (631)-669-6539. In order for a military voter to be issued a military ballot, a valid military ballot application must be received in the office of the Library Director no later than 5:00 p.m., on March 19, 2026. Military ballot applications received in accordance with the foregoing will be processed in the same manner as a non-military ballot application under Section 2018-a of the Education Law. The application for military ballot may include the military voter’s preference for receipt of the military ballot by mail, fax, or email. A military voter’s original military ballot application and military ballot must be returned by mail or in person to the office of the Library Director at 211 Route 109, West Babylon, New York in said District.
AND FURTHER NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN, that military ballots shall be canvassed if they are received by the Library Director before the close of polls on April 14, 2026 showing a cancellation mark of the United States Postal Service or a foreign country’s postal service, or showing a dated endorsement of receipt by another agency of the United States Government; or received not later than 5:00 p.m. on April 14, 2026 and signed and dated by the military voter and one witness thereto, with a date which is ascertained to be not later than the day before the election.
NOTICE IS FURTHER GIVEN that a statement of estimated Library expenses (Budget) and
tax appropriation (“tax levy”) for the fiscal year 2026/2027 will be available at the West Babylon Public Library, 211 Route 109, West Babylon, New York, daily, except Sundays and holidays, between 10:00 A.M. and 4:00 P.M., during each of the fourteen (14) days preceding the Special District Meeting.
Dated: January 26, 2026 BY ORDER OF THE BOARD OF TRUSTEES, WEST BABYLON PUBLIC LIBRARY, RACHEL SCELFO, PRESIDENT 26-104. 2/26, 3/5, 12, 19
SUPREME COURT OF THE STATE OF NEW YORK COUNTY OF SUFFOLK
BETHPAGE FEDERAL CREDIT UNION, -againstCHRISTOPHER C. BRIGHT, ET AL. NOTICE OF SALE NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN pursuant to a Final Judgment of Foreclosure entered in the Office of the Clerk of the County of Suffolk on November 16, 2022, wherein BETHPAGE FEDERAL CREDIT UNION is the Plaintiff and CHRISTOPHER C. BRIGHT, ET AL. are the Defendant(s). I, the undersigned Referee, will sell at public auction at the BABYLON TOWN HALL, 200 EAST SUNRISE HIGHWAY, NORTH LINDENHURST, NY 11757, on March 27, 2026 at 3:00PM, premises known as 10 HAYES ROAD, AMITY HARBOR, NY 11701; and the following tax map identification: 0100182.00-01.00-125.000. ALL THAT CERTAIN PLOT, PIECE OR PARCEL OF LAND WITH THE
BUILDINGS AND IMPROVEMENTS THEREON ERECTED, SITUATE, LYING AND BEING IN THE TOWN OF BABYLON, COUNTY OF SUFFOLK AND STATE OF NEW YORK
Premises will be sold subject to provisions of filed Judgment Index No.: 617138/2017. Robert P. Valletti, Esq. - Referee. Robertson, Anschutz, Schneid, Crane & Partners, PLLC, 900 Merchants Concourse, Suite 310, Westbury, New 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.
26-107. 2/26, 3/5, 12, 19
NOTICE OF SALE SUPREME COURT COUNTY OF SUFFOLK
Deutsche Bank National Trust Company as Trustee for the Holders of New Century Home Equity Loan Trust, Series 2005-A, Asset Backed Pass-Through Certificates, Plaintiff AGAINST Mark Guerreri; Denise Guerreri; et al., Defendant(s)
Pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale duly entered February 25, 2020, and Amended November 27, 2023, and Amended October 2, 2024, I, the undersigned Referee, will sell at public auction at the Babylon Town Hall, 200 East Sunrise Highway, Lindenhurst, NY 11757 April 1,2026, at 3:00PM, premises
known as 41 Lenox Street, Lindenhurst, NY 11757. All that certain plot piece or parcel of land, with the buildings and improvements erected, situate, lying and being in Lindenhurst, Town of Babylon, County of Suffolk, State of NY, District 0103 Section 002.00 Block 03.00 Lot 086.002. Approximate amount of judgment $374,847.57 plus interest and costs. Premises will be sold subject to provisions of filed Judgment Index# 610008/2017. Scott Lockwood, Esq., Referee
LOGS Legal Group LLP f/k/a Shapiro, DiCaro & Barak, LLC Attorney(s) for the Plaintiff
175 Mile Crossing Boulevard Rochester, New York 14624
(877) 430-4792
Dated: January 28, 2026
For sale information, please visit www.Auction.com or call (800) 280-2832
26-106. 2/26, 3/5, 12, 19
NOTICE OF SPECIAL DISTRICT MEETING
COPIAGUE ME -
MORIAL PUBLIC LIBRARY
TOWN OF BABYLON, SUFFOLK COUNTY, NEW YORK
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN to the qualified voters of the Copiague Union Free School District, Copiague, Suffolk County, New York, that a Special District Meeting will be held in the Copiague Memorial Public Library, 50 Deauville Boulevard, Copiague, New York on April 14, 2026, for the purpose of voting upon the appropriation of the necessary funds to meet the estimated expenditures of the Copiague Memorial Public Library for the 2026/2027 year, and the election of one (1) trustee of the Copiague Memorial Public Library. The term of said trustee shall be as follows: April 15, 2026 to June 30, 2031. The voting shall be by machine, and the polls will remain open from 10:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m., prevailing time.
NOTICE IS FURTHER GIVEN that petitions nominating candidates for the office of Copiague Memorial Public Library Trustee must be filed with the District Clerk’s Office of the Copiague Union Free School District during regular business hours no later than 4:00 p.m. on the 30th day prior to the Special District Meeting. The Petitions shall be directed to the District Clerk; shall be signed by at least twenty five (25) qualified voters of the School District or two (2%) percent of the voters who voted in the previous annual election, whichever is greater; shall state the residence of each signer and shall state
the name and residence of the candidate being nominated for the office of trustee of the Copiague Memorial Public Library including the name of the incumbent and the length of the term of office of the position sought.
NOTICE IS FURTHER GIVEN that pursuant to Section 2014 of the Education Law, personal registration of voters is required and no person shall be entitled to vote at said meeting and election whose name does not appear on the register of the said School District, or who does not register as hereinafter provided except as may otherwise be provided by the laws of the State of New York. The register so prepared includes all persons who have presented themselves personally for registration in accordance herewith, and all persons who shall have been registered previously hereunder for an Annual or Special Meeting, and who shall have voted at any Annual Meeting or Election, held or conducted at any time within four (4) years prior to April 14, 2026.
NOTICE IS FURTHER GIVEN that the Board of Trustees of the Copiague Memorial Public Library will hold a Special Budget Hearing on April 8, 2026 at the Copiague Memorial Public Library, 50 Deauville Boulevard, Copiague, New York, at 6:00 p.m., prevailing time.
NOTICE IS FURTHER GIVEN that voters at the May 19, 1998 Copiague Union Free School District Budget/Trustee Election approved Continuous Voter Registration. Qualified voters may register on a continuous basis for
Copiague Union Free School District and Copiague Memorial Public Library votes/ elections as follows: Registration will be conducted Monday through Friday from 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. during the school year, and from 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. Monday through Thursday during school recesses at the Office of the District Clerk, Central Administration Office, 2650 Great Neck Road, Copiague, NY 11726 except there will be no registration allowed seven [7] days prior to the election.
NOTICE IS FURTHER GIVEN that applications for early voting ballots and absentee ballots for the purpose of voting upon the appropriation of the necessary funds to meet the estimated expenditures of the Copiague Memorial Public Library for the 2026/2027 year, and for the election of one (1) Library Trustee may be obtained from the Office of the District Clerk of the Copiague Union Free School District, 2650 Great Neck Rd., Copiague, NY 11726. Such application must be received by the District Clerk at least seven (7) days before the election if the ballot is to be mailed to the voter, or the day before the election if the ballot is to be delivered personally to the voter. No early mail ballot or absentee voter ballot will be canvassed unless it has been received in the office of the District Clerk not later than 5:00 p.m. [prevailing time] on the day of the election. A list of all persons to whom early mail ballots and absentee ballots have been issued will be available in the Office of the District Clerk on each of the five (5) days prior to the day
set for the Budget Vote and Election of a Library Trustee, except Saturdays and Sundays.
NOTICE IS
FURTHER GIVEN that military voters who are qualified voters of the Copiague Union Free School District may request an application for a military ballot from the District Clerk by mail to the Office of the District Clerk, Central Administration Office, 2650 Great Neck Road, Copiague, NY 11726, by e-mail at dvanflorcke@copiague.net or by fax at 631-841-4614. In such request, the military voter may indicate his/her preference for receiving the application by mail, fax or e-mail. A military voter must return the original military ballot application by mail to the office of the District Clerk at Central Administration Office, 2650 Great Neck Road, Copiague, NY 11726. This application must be returned by mail or in person to the Office of the School District Clerk, or appropriate official designated by the school district public library, as applicable, not later than 5:00 PM on the twenty-sixth (26th) day before the election for all school districts and school district public libraries, except city school districts with less than 125,000 inhabitants in which case the application must be received not later than 5:00 PM on the fifteenth (15th) day before the election. Military ballot applications received in accordance with the foregoing will be processed in the same manner as a non-military ballot application under Section 2018 of the Education Law. The application for a military ballot should include the military
voter’s preference for receipt of the military ballot by mail, fax or e-mail.
AND FURTHER NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN a military voter’s original military ballot must be returned by mail to the Office of the District Clerk, Central Administration Office, 2650 Great Neck Road, Copiague, NY 11726. Military voters must submit a separate military ballot application for each election at which they wish to cast a vote, except any necessary budget revote. Military ballots shall be canvassed if they are received by the office of the District Clerk not later than 5:00 p.m. (prevailing time) on the day of the election, or showing a cancellation mark of the United States Postal Service or a foreign country’s postal service or showing a dated endorsement of receipt by another agency of the United States Government; or received no later than 5:00 p.m. (prevailing time) on the day of the election and signed and dated by the military voter and one witness thereto, with a date which is ascertained to be not later than the day before the election/vote.
By order of the Board of Trustees of the Copiague Memorial Public Library, Copiague Union Free School District, Town of Babylon, Suffolk County, New York 26-129. 3/12, 19, 26, 4/2
NOTICE OF SALE SUPREME COURT - COUNTY OF SUFFOLK
WELLS FARGO BANK, NATIONAL ASSOCIATION AS TRUSTEE FOR SABR 2004-OP1 MORTGAGE PASSTHROUGH CERTIFICATES, SERIES 2004-OP1, Plaintiff, Against JOANNE ANANIA Defendant(s)
Pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale, duly entered 08/19/2022, I, the undersigned Referee, will sell at public auction, at Babylon Town Hall, 200 East Sunrise Highway, Lindenhurst, NY 11757, on 4/10/2026 at 10:00AM, premises known as 48 Walnut Ave, Farmingdale, New York 11735, and described as follows: ALL that certain plot piece or parcel of land, with the buildings and improvements thereon erected, situate, lying and being in the Town of Babylon, County of Suffolk and State of New York. District 0100 Section 047.00 Block 01.00 Lot 091.000
The approximate amount of the current Judgment lien is $558,035.02 plus interest and costs. The Premises will be sold subject to provisions of the aforesaid Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale; Index # 23768/2005 HARVEY SAVITT, Esq., Referee. MCCABE, WEISBERG & CONWAY, LLC, 10 Midland Avenue, Suite 205, Port Chester, NY 10573 Dated: 1/30/2026 File Number: 560-1734 CA
26-138. 3/12, 19, 26, 4/2
SUPREME
COUNTY OF Suffolk, U.S. Bank National Association, not in its individual capacity but solely as trustee for the RMAC Trust, Series 2016-CTT, Plaintiff, vs. Gloria De Lisi A/K/A Gloria Scaduto De Lisi A/K/A Gloria Scaduto-De Lisi Heir-At-Law, ET AL., Defendant(s).
Pursuant to an Order Confirming Referee Report and Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered on September 11, 2024, and an Order Extending Sale Deadline and Other Relief duly entered on January 28, 2026, I, the undersigned Referee will sell at public auction at the Babylon Town Hall, 200 East Sunrise Highway, North Lindenhurst, NY 11757 on April 14, 2026 at 1:30 p.m., premises known as 1593 1st Street a/k/a 1st Street, West Babylon, NY 11704. All that certain plot, piece or parcel of land, with the buildings and improvements thereon erected, situate, lying and being in the Town of Babylon, County of Suffolk and State of New York, District 0100, Section 139.00, Block 02.00 and Lot 046.000. Approximate amount of judgment is $870,481.47 plus interest and costs. Premises will be sold subject to provisions of filed Judgment Index # 026442/2010.
Latoya Roberta-Angela James, Esq., Referee Friedman Vartolo LLP, 85 Broad Street, Suite 501, New York, New York 10004, Attorneys for Plaintiff. Firm File No.: 254208-1 26-139. 3/12, 19, 26, 4/2
NOTICE OF SALE SUPREME COURT SUFFOLK COUNTY STATE OF NEW YORK MORTGAGE AGENCY, Plaintiff against JOSE A. PALACIOS A/K/A JOSE PALACIOS, et al Defendant(s) Attorney for Plaintiff(s) McMichael Taylor Gray, LLC, 28 Corporate Drive, Suite 104, Halfmoon, NY 12065.
Pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered March 22, 2024, I will sell at public auction to the highest bidder at Babylon Townhall, 200 East Sunrise Highway, Lindenhurst, NY 11757 on April 16, 2026 at 10:00 AM. Premises known as 25 North Emerald Lane, Amityville, NY 11701. District 0100 Sec 174.00 Block 03.00 Lot 060.000. All that certain plot, piece or parcel of land, situate, lying and being at Amityville, in the Town of Babylon, County of Suffolk, and State of New York. Approximate Amount of Judgment is $171,750.71 plus interest, fees, and costs. Premises will be sold subject to provisions of filed Judgment Index No 617597/2023.he foreclosure sale will be conducted in accordance with 10th Judicial District's Covid-19 Policies and foreclosure auction rules. The Referee shall enforce any rules in place regarding facial coverings and social distancing.
Robert J. Cava, Esq., Referee File # 22002077-02 26-140. 3/12, 19, 26, 4/2
SUPPLEMENTAL SUMMONS Supreme Court of New York, Suffolk County. US BANK TRUST NATIONAL ASSOCIATION AS TRUSTEE FOR CABANA SERIES V TRUST, Plaintiff -againstSEBASTIAN RASPANTI; ROSE ANN RASPANTI A/K/A ROSEANN A. RASPANTI A/K/A ROSEANN PERILLO, INDIVIDUALLY AND AS HEIR AND DISTRIBUTEE OF THE ESTATE OF CARMELA DICARLO; JOHN J. PERILLO, JR., AS HEIR AND DISTRIBUTEE OF THE ESTATE OF CARMELA DICARLO; MICHELLE A. O’BRIEN A/K/A MICHELLE A. PERILLO, AS HEIR AND DISTRIBUTEE OF THE ESTATE OF CARMELA DICARLO; MEGAN N. OLIVER A/K/A MEGAN N. PERILLO, AS HEIR AND DISTRIBUTEE OF THE ESTATE OF CARMELA DICARLO; MELANIE SANTLOFER A/K/A MELANIE PERILLO, AS HEIR AND DISTRIBUTEE OF THE ESTATE OF CARMELA DICARLO; KAREN A. PERILLO, AS HEIR AND DISTRIBUTEE OF THE ESTATE OF CARMELA DICARLO; UNKNOWN HEIRS OF THE ESTATE OF JOHN S. PERILLO, AS HEIR AND DISTRIBUTEE OF THE ESTATE OF CARMELA DICARLO; UNKNOWN HEIRS OF THE ESTATE OF CARMELA DICARLO; CITIZENS BANK, N.A. F/K/A RBS CITIZENS, N.A.; NEW YORK STATE DEPARTMENT OF TAXATION AND FINANCE; UNITED STATES OF AMERICA O/B/O INTERNAL REVENUE
SERVICE; CLERK OF THE SUFFOLK COUNTY TRAFFIC & PARKING VIOLATIONS AGENCY; "JOHN DOE" and "JANE DOE" said names being fictitious, it being the intention of Plaintiff to designate any and all occupants of premises being foreclosed herein, Defendants Index No. 627293/2023. Mortgaged Premises: 5 Clifton Street Farmingdale, NY 11735 District: 0100 Section: 070.00 Block: 03.00 Lot: 002.000TO THE ABOVE NAMED DEFENDANTS: YOU ARE HEREBY SUMMONED to answer the Complaint in the above captioned action and to serve a copy of your Answer on the Plaintiff's attorney within twenty (20) days after the service of this Summons, exclusive of the day of service, or within thirty (30) days after completion of service where service is made in any other manner than by personal delivery within the State. The United States of America, if designated as a Defendant in this action, may answer or appear within sixty (60) days of service hereof. 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 OBJECTIVE of the above-captioned action is to foreclose on a mortgage to secure $416,650.00 and interest, recorded in the Suffolk County Clerk’s Office on May 5, 2011, in Book M00022073, Page 051, covering the premises known as 5 Clifton Street, Farmingdale, NY 11735. The relief sought herein is a final
judgment directing sale of the premises described above to satisfy the debt secured by the mortgage described above. Plaintiff designates Suffolk County as the place of trial. Venue is based upon the County in which the mortgaged premises is located. 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. FRIEDMAN VARTOLO, LLP 1325 Franklin Avenue, Suite 160 Garden City, NY 11530, Attorneys for Plaintiff. 26-151. 3/12, 19, 26, 4/2
NOTICE OF SALE
SUPREME COURT
COUNTY OF Suffolk, U.S. Bank Trust, N.A., as trustee for LSF9 Master Participation Trust, Plaintiff, vs. Mildred J. Michalczyk, ET AL., Defendant(s).
Pursuant to a Order Confirming Referee Report and Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale duly entered on January 15, 2026, I,
the undersigned Referee will sell at public auction at the Babylon Town Hall, 200 East Sunrise Highway, North Lindenhurst, NY 11757 on April 22, 2026 at 3:00 p.m., premises known as 16 Walnut Avenue East, Farmingdale, NY 11735. All that certain plot, piece or parcel of land, with the buildings and improvements thereon erected, situate, lying and being in the Westerly side of Walnut Avenue, at Farmingdale, Town of Babylon, County of Suffolk and State of New York, District 0100, Section 046.00, Block 02.00 and Lot 026.000. Approximate amount of judgment is $445,904.33 plus interest and costs. Premises will be sold subject to provisions of filed Judgment Index # 602779/2020. Cash will not be accepted, bank or certified checks only.
Robert T. Fuchs, Esq., Referee Friedman Vartolo LLP, 85 Broad Street, Suite 501, New York, New York 10004, Attorneys for Plaintiff. Firm File No.: 253933-1 26-152. 3/19, 26, 4/2, 9
NOTICE OF SALE
SUPREME COURT
COUNTY OF SUFFOLK
Federal Home Loan Mortgage Corporation, as Trustee for the benefit of the Freddie Mac Seasoned Loans Structured Transaction Trust, Series 20182, Plaintiff AGAINST Angela Banahan, a/k/a Angela M. Banahan; Thomas Banahan; et al., Defendant(s)
Pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale duly entered August 26, 2025, I, the undersigned Referee, will sell at public auction at the Babylon Town Hall, 200 East Sunrise Highway, Lindenhurst, New York on April 20, 2026, at 3:00PM, premises known as 65 Ryder Avenue, North Baby-
lon, NY 11703. All that certain plot, piece or parcel of land, situate, lying and being in the Town of Babylon, County of Suffolk, State of New York, District: 0100 Section: 113.00 Block: 03.00 Lot: 098.000. Approximate amount of judgment $433,789.87 plus interest and costs. Premises will be sold subject to provisions of filed Judgment Index# 611825/2023.
Alison M. Varley, Referee
LOGS Legal Group LLP f/k/a Shapiro, DiCaro & Barak, LLC Attorney(s) for the Plaintiff
175 Mile Crossing Boulevard Rochester, New York 14624
(877) 430-4792
Dated: February 26, 2026
26-153. 3/19, 26, 4/2, 9
NOTICE OF SALE
SUPREME COURT
COUNTY OF SUFFOLK U.S. BANK NATIONAL ASSOCIATION, AS TRUSTEE FOR J.P. MORGAN MORTGAGE TRUST 2007-S3, Plaintiff AGAINST ERICA WESTBROOK, ET AL., Defendant(s) Pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale duly entered December 8, 2023, I, the undersigned Referee will sell at public auction at the Babylon Town Hall, 200 East Sunrise Highway, Lindenhurst, NY 11757 on April 22, 2026 at 3:00 PM, premises known as 4 South 21 Street, Wyandanch, NY 11798. All that certain plot piece or parcel of land, with the buildings and improvements erected, situate, lying and being in the Town of Babylon, County of Suffolk and State of New York, District 0100, Section 055.00, Block 02.00, Lot 067.000. Approximate amount of judgment $367,939.15 plus interest and costs. Premises will be sold subject to provisions of filed Judgment Index
#610363/2019. Scott Lockwood, Esq., Referee Gross Polowy, LLC 1775 Wehrle Drive Williamsville, NY 14221 19-002268
89116
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NOTICE OF SALE SUPREME COURT COUNTY OF SUFFOLK WILMINGTON SAVINGS FUND SOCIETY, FSB, NOT IN ITS INDIVIDUAL CAPACITY BUT SOLELY AS OWNER TRUSTEE OF CSMC 2018-RPL3 TRUST, Plaintiff AGAINST DOLORES GARCIA, JULIO GARCIA, ET AL., Defendant(s) Pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale duly entered March 20, 2025, I, the undersigned Referee will sell at public auction at the Babylon Town Hall, 200 East Sunrise Highway, Lindenhurst, NY 11757 on April 20, 2026 at 1:00 PM, premises known as 551 South 7th Street, Lindenhurst, NY 11757. All that certain plot piece or parcel of land, with the buildings and improvements erected, situate, lying and being in the Village of Lindenhurst, Town of Babylon, County of Suffolk and State of New York, District 0103 Section 017.00 Block 04.00 and Lot 055.000. Approximate amount of judgment $683,832.12 plus interest and costs. Premises will be sold subject to provisions of filed Judgment Index #624844/2023. For sale information, please visit Auction. co m at www.Auction. com or call (800) 2802832. Danielle Coysh, Esq., Referee Gross Polowy, LLC 1775 Wehrle Drive Williamsville, NY 14221 22-001492 89115 26-155. 3/19, 26, 4/2, 9
The resolution, a summary of which is published herewith, has been adopted on February 10, 2026, and an abstract thereof has been published and posted as required by law and the period of time has elapsed for the submission and filing of a petition for a permissive referendum and a valid petition has not been submitted and filed. The validity of the obligations authorized by such resolution may be hereafter contested only if such obligations were authorized for an object or purpose for which the Village of Babylon, in the County of Suffolk, New York, is not authorized to expend money or if the provisions of law which should have been complied with as of the date of publication of this notice were not substantially complied with, and an action, suit or proceeding contesting such validity is commenced within twenty days after the date of publication of the notice, or such obligations were authorized in violation of the provisions of the constitution.
Jean Marie Parker Village Clerk BOND RESOLUTION OF THE VILLAGE OF BABYLON, NEW YORK, ADOPTED FEBRUARY 10, 2026, AUTHORIZING THE ISSUANCE OF BONDS IN A PRINCIPAL AMOUNT NOT TO EXCEED $1,276,000 TO FINANCE THE ACQUISITION OF A NEW HEAVY RESCUE FIRE TRUCK FOR USE BY THE FIRE DEPARTMENT, STATING THE ESTIMATED MAXIMUM COST THEREOF IS $1,276,000 AND APPROPRIATING SAID AMOUNT FOR SUCH PURPOSE
The object or purpose for which the bonds are authorized is the acquisition of a new heavy rescue fire truck for use by the Fire Department, at the estimated maximum cost of $1,276,000. The period of probable usefulness of the bonds is twenty (20) years.
The maximum amount of obligations authorized to be issued is $1,276,000. A complete copy of the bond resolution summarized above shall be available for public inspection during normal business hours at the office of the Village of Babylon, Village Hall, 153 West Main Street, Babylon, New York. 26-157 3/19
NOTICE OF SPECIAL DISTRICT
MEETING WYANDANCH PUBLIC LIBRARY
NOTICE IS HEREBY
GIVEN to the qualified voters of the Wyandanch School District, Town of Babylon, Suffolk County, New York, that a Special District Meeting of the Wyandanch Public Library will be held at the Wyandanch Public Library, 14 South 20th Street, Wyandanch, New York, on April 21, 2026 between the hours of 7:00 A.M. and 9:00 P.M. for the following purposes:
1. To elect one (1) person to the Board of Trustees of the Wyandanch Public Library to fill the following term:
One five (5) year term beginning July 1, 2026 and ending June 30, 2031. The current incumbent is Norman J. Sellers.
2. To vote upon the Library Budget Appropriation and Library tax levy for fiscal year 2026- 2027.
FURTHER NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that petitions for the Office of Trustee of the Library may be obtained at the Library Director’s Office and must be filed in that office no later than five o'clock p.m., prevailing time on March 13, 2026. Each Petition must be directed to the Election Clerk of the Library and, pursuant to law, must be signed by at least 25 qualified voters of the Wyandanch School District, and must state the name and residence of the candidate and the name and residence of each signatory and must describe the specific vacancy for which a candidate is nominated, including at least the length of the term of office. Each vacancy is a separate specific
office, and a separate petition is required to nominate a candidate to each separate office. In the event that any such nominee shall withdraw his/her candidacy prior to the election, a written notice of such withdrawal must be filed with the Clerk’s Office of the Wyandanch Public Library. Such person shall not be considered a candidate unless a new petition nominating such person in the same manner and within the same time limitations applicable to other candidates is filed with the Clerk’s Office of the Wyandanch Public Library. No person shall be nominated by petition for more than one separate office.
URTHER NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that two hearings to present the proposed Annual Library Budget and Tax Appropriation for the 2026-2027 fiscal year will be held on April 7 and April 14, 2026 at 6:00 PM at the Wyandanch Public Library. Copies of the proposed budget to be voted upon shall be available at the Wyandanch Public Library, 14 South 20th Street, Wyandanch, New York, during regular business hours commencing on March 24, 2026 and each weekday through April 21, 2026.
FURTHER NOTICE
IS HEREBY GIVEN that the register to be prepared for the Special District Meeting and Election to be held on April 21, 2026 shall include all persons who have previously registered hereunder for any annual or special meeting or election and who shall have voted at any annual or special meeting or election held or conducted at any time within four (4) years prior to the preparation of the register,
or who are registered to vote at any general election pursuant to Section 5-210 of the Election Law of the State of New York.
FURTHER NOTICE
IS HEREBY GIVEN that prospective voters may be registered to vote in the School District Clerk’s Office, 1445 Straight Path, Wyandanch, NY 11798 on each day that the School District Clerk’s Office is open, prior to April 15, 2026, between the hours of 9:00 a.m. and 4:00 p.m. Monday through Friday.
FURTHER NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the register prepared pursuant to Section 2014 of the Education Law for the Special District Meeting and Election to be held on April 21, 2026 will be filed in the Office of the Director of the Library District. Such register will be open for inspection by any qualified voter of the district between the hours of 9:00 A.M. and 4:00 P.M. on each of the five days prior to and the day set for the Special District Meeting, excepting Sunday at the Wyandanch Public Library.
FURTHER NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN, that in accordance with Education Law No. 2018-a, application for absentee ballots for the Special District Meeting and Election may be applied for at the Office of the Director of the Wyandanch Public Library. Such application must be received by the Board of Registration at least seven (7) days before the election if the ballot is to be mailed to the voter, or the day before the election, if the ballot is to be delivered personally to the voter. The Board of Registration shall make a list of all persons to whom absentee voters' ballots
have been issued and have it available during regular office hours until the day of election at the Wyandanch Public Library. Such list will be posted at the polling place during the election. No absentee voter ballot shall be canvassed unless it is received not later than 5:00 P.M. on the day of the election.
Dated: February 23, 2026
BY ORDER OF THE BOARD OF TRUSTEES WYANDANCH PUBLIC LIBRARY WYANDANCH, NEW YORK
TOMIKA MAYS, ELECTIONS CLERK 26-114. 3/5, 19, 4/2, 16
AVISO DE REUNIÓN ESPECIAL DEL DISTRITOBIBLIOTECA PÚBLICA DE WYANDANCH POR LA PRESENTE SE DA AVISO a los votantes calificados del Distrito Escolar de Wyandanch, Ciudad de Babylon, Condado de Suffolk, New York, que una Reunión Especial del Distrito de la Biblioteca Pública de Wyandanch se llevará a cabo en la Biblioteca Pública de Wyandanch, 14 South 20th Street, Wyandanch, New York, el 21 de abril 2026 entre las horas de 7:00 A.M. y 9:00 P.M. con los siguientes propósitos:
• Para elegir uno (1) miembro para la Junta Directiva de la Biblioteca Pública de Wyandanch para ocupar los siguientes término:
· Un término de cinco (5) años comenzando el 1ro de julio de 2026 finalizando el 30 de junio de 2031. La actual titular del cargo es Norman J. Sellers.
2. Para votar sobre la Asignación del Presupuesto de la Biblioteca y Recaudación de Impuestos para el año fiscal 2026-2031.
POR LA PRESENTE
SE DA AVISO ADICIONAL que peticiones para la Oficina del Fideicomisario de la Biblioteca puede ser obtenidas en la Oficina del Director de la Biblioteca y la petición debe ser archivada en esa oficina a más tardar de las cinco de la tarde p.m., tiempo predominante el 13 de marzo de 2026. Cada Petición debe ser dirigida al Secretario de Elecciones de la Biblioteca y, de conformidad con la ley, debe ser firmada por al menos 25 votantes calificados del Distrito Escolar de Wyandanch, y debe indicar el nombre y la residencia del candidato (a) y el nom-
bre y residencia de cada firmante, y debe describir la vacante específica para la cual un candidato (a) está nominado (a), incluido al menos la duración del término en el cargo. Cada vacante es un cargo público específico, y se requiere una petición separada para nominar a un candidato para cada puesto electoral. En el evento que cualquier nominado retire su nominación antes de la elección, un aviso por escrito de dicho retiro debe ser archivado con el Secretario de la Biblioteca Pública de Wyandanch. Dicha persona no será considerada candidato (a) a menos que una nueva petición nominando a dicha persona de la misma manera y dentro de las mismas limitaciones aplicables a otros candidatos sea archivada con la Oficina del Secretario de la Biblioteca Pública de Wyandanch. Ninguna persona será nominada por petición para más de un puesto separado.
POR LA PRESENTE
SE DA AVISO ADICIONAL que dos audiencias con respecto a la Propuesta de Asignación Fiscal Presupuestaria Anual para el año fiscal 20262027 se llevará a cabo el 7 y 14 de abril, 2026 a las 6:00 P.M en la Biblioteca Pública de Wyandanch. Copias de la propuesta del presupuesto para voto estará disponible en la Biblioteca Pública de Wyandanch, 14 South 20th Street, Wyandanch, New York, durante las horas laborables regulares comenzando el 24 de marzo, 2026 y cada día de semana hasta el 21 de abril, 2026.
POR LA PRESENTE
SE DA AVISO ADICIONAL que el registro a ser preparado para la Reunión Especial del Distrito y
Elección que se llevará a cabo el 21 de abril, 2026 incluirá todas las personas quienes se han registrado previamente para cualquier reunión anual o especial o elección y quien ha votado en cualquier reunión anual o reunión especial o elección llevada a cabo o conducida en cualquier tiempo cuatro (4) años antes de la preparación del registro, o quienes están registrados para votar en cualquier elección general de conformidad con la sección 5-210 de la Ley de Elección del Estado de New York.
SE DA AVISO ADICIONAL que futuros votantes pueden ser registrados para votar en la Oficina del Secretario del Distrito, 1445 Straight Path, Wyandanch, NY 11798 cada día que la Oficina del Secretario del Distrito esté abierta antes del 15 de abril, 2026 entre las horas de 9:00 a.m. y 4:00 p.m. de lunes a viernes.
SE DA AVISO ADICIONAL que el registro preparado de conformidad a la Sección 2014 de la Ley de Educación para la Reunión Especial del Distrito y Elección que se llevará a cabo el 21 de abril de 2026 será archivado en la Oficina del Director del Distrito de la Biblioteca. Dicho registro estará abierto para inspección por cualquier votante calificante del distrito entre las horas de 9:00 A.M. y 4:00 P.M en cada uno de las cinco días antes y durante el día pautado para la Reunión Especial del Distrito, excepto el domingo en la Biblioteca Pública de Wyandanch.
Fecha: 23 de febrero, 2026
POR ORDEN DE LA JUNTA DIRECTIVA FIDUCIARIO DE LA BIBLIOTECA PÚBLICA DE WYANDANCH WYANDANCH, NEW YORK
TOMIKA MAYS, SECRETARIO DE ELECCIONES 26-115. 3/5, 19, 4/2, 16
SE DA AVISO ADICIONAL, que de acuerdo con la Ley de Educación No. 2028-a, solicitudes para boletas de voto en ausencia para la Reunión Especial del Distrito y Elección puede ser solicitadas en la Oficina del Director de la Biblioteca Pública de Wyandanch. Dicha solicitud debe ser recibida por La Junta de Registro al menos siete (7) días antes de la elección si la boleta será enviada por correo al votante, o el día antes de la elección, si la boleta se entrega personalmente al votante. La Junta de Registro hará una lista de todas las personas a los cuales se les entregó boletas de voto por ausencia y las tendrá disponible durante horas regulares hasta el día de la elección en la Biblioteca Pública de Wyandanch. Dicha lista será publicada en el colegio electoral durante la elección. Ninguna boleta de voto por ausencia será examinada a menos que sea recibida no más tardar de las 5:00 P.M. el día de la elección.
NOTICE OF SPECIAL DISTRICT MEETING WEST
ISLIP PUBLIC LIBRARY
TOWN OF ISLIP, SUFFOLK COUNTY, NEW YORK
The Board of Trustees of the West Islip Public Library, Town of Islip, County of Suffolk, State of New York HEREBY GIVES
NOTICE that a Special District Meeting of the qualified voters of the West Islip Union Free School District, Town of Islip, Suffolk County, New York, will be held at the West Islip Public Library, 3 Higbie Lane, West Islip, Town of Islip, Suffolk County, New York on the 14th day of April, 2026, between the hours of 10:00 A.M. and 9:00 P.M. prevailing time, for the purpose of voting upon a proposition adopting the annual budget for the support and maintenance of the West Islip Public Library for the fiscal year 2026-2027 and authorizing the appropriation of the requisite portion thereof to be raised by a levy of a tax upon the taxable property within the West Islip Union Free School District, Town of Islip, Suffolk County, New York.
NOTICE IS FURTHER GIVEN of the election of one (1) Trustee of the Board of Trustees of the West Islip Public Library to be held at the West Islip Public Library, 3 Higbie Lane, West Islip, New York, 11795 on the 14th day of April, 2026 between the hours of 10:00 A.M. and 9:00 P.M., prevailing time; such office to be filled as follows: the successful candidate is to fill a full term for the period July 1, 2026 to June 30, 2031 (Idamarie Tully being the incumbent); and
NOTICE IS FURTHER GIVEN that
candidates for the office of Trustee of the Board of Trustees of the West Islip Public Library shall be nominated by petition, which petition shall be directed to the Clerk of the West Islip Union Free School District, Town of Islip, Suffolk County, New York, 11795 and shall be signed by at least 25 (twenty-five) qualified voters of the District; shall state the name and residence of the candidate and shall state the residence of each signer. Said petition shall be mailed to or filed with the Clerk of the West Islip Union Free School District, Administration Office, 100 Sherman Avenue, West Islip, New York, 11795 Monday through Friday, between the hours of 9 A.M. and 4 P.M., prevailing time, to be received not later than 5 P.M., Monday, March 16, 2026; and NOTICE IS FURTHER GIVEN that the Board of Registration will meet at the West Islip Public Library, 3 Higbie Lane, West Islip, Town of Islip, County of Suffolk and State of New York in said School District on the 7th day of April, 2026, between the hours of 4:00 P.M. and 8:00 P.M. prevailing time, at which time the Board of Registration shall prepare the register of the School District, and any person shall be entitled to have his or her name placed upon such register, provided that at such meeting of the Board of Registration he or she is known or proved to the satisfaction of the Board of Registration to be then or thereafter entitled to vote at the Meeting for which such register is prepared; that the register prepared pursuant to Section 2014 of the Education Law, shall be filed in
the office of the Clerk of the District at the Administration Office, Sherman Avenue, in said School District; and that the said register shall be open for inspection by any qualified voter of the District on each of the five (5) days prior to and the day set for the meeting (except Saturday and Sunday) from 9:00 A.M. to 4:00 P.M., prevailing time; and
NOTICE IS FURTHER GIVEN that a copy of the statement of the amount of money which will be required for the year 2026-2027 for Library purposes, may be obtained by any resident in the District during the fourteen (14) days immediately preceding such Special District Meeting and on the day of such Special District Meeting, except Sundays or holidays, at the WEST ISLIP PUBLIC LIBRARY, 3 Higbie Lane, West Islip, New York, in said District, during the hours in which the Library is regularly open for business; and NOTICE IS FURTHER GIVEN that a “Public Budget Information Meeting” will be conducted on the 7th day of April, 2026 at 7:30 P.M. at the Library at 3 Higbie Lane, West Islip, New York, to present the proposed 2026-2027 Library Budget; and NOTICE IS FURTHER GIVEN that pursuant to the provisions of Section 2018 of the Education Law, voting will be permitted by early voter and absentee ballot. Except for those persons whose registration record has been marked permanently disabled by the Board of Elections, pursuant to the provisions of the Election Law, applications for early voter and absentee ballots must be received by the Clerk
of the West Islip Union Free School District, Administration Office, 100 Sherman Avenue, West Islip, New York, 11795 at least seven (7) days before the vote/ election if the ballot is to be mailed to the voter, or the day before the vote/election, if the ballot is to be delivered personally to the voter.
A list of all persons to whom early voter and absentee ballots have been issued will be available in the office of the Clerk of the West Islip Union Free School District on each of the five days prior to April 14, 2026 except Saturdays and Sundays (subject to the office being open to the public during such five days). In order to be canvassed absentee and early voter ballots must be received by the Clerk of the West Islip Union Free School District, Administration Office, 100 Sherman Avenue, West Islip, New York, 11795 not later than 5:00 P.M. (prevailing time) on April 14, 2026; and
NOTICE IS FURTHER GIVEN to all persons who shall have been previously registered for annual or special school district meetings and who have voted at any such annual or special district meeting conducted any time within the four (4) calendar years prior to April 14, 2026 shall be entitled to vote at this Special District Meeting. In addition, all those who have registered to vote with the Board of Elections of Suffolk County pursuant to Article 5 of the Election Law shall be entitled to vote at this Special District Meeting notwithstanding their failure to have previously registered with the School District; and
NOTICE IS FURTHER GIVEN that military voters who
are qualified voters of the West Islip School District may request an application for a military ballot from the Clerk of the West Islip Union Free School District, Administration Office, 100 Sherman Avenue, West Islip, New York, 11795; or by email to e.davis@wi.k12.ny.us. In such request, the military voter shall indicate his/her preference for receiving the application via mail or email. A military voter must return the original military ballot application to the Clerk of the West Islip Union Free School District, Administration Office, 100 Sherman Avenue, West Islip, New York, 11795. For a military voter to be issued a military ballot, a valid military ballot application must be received in the office of the Clerk no later than 5:00 P.M. on March 24, 2026. Military ballot applications received in accordance with the foregoing will be processed in the same manner as a non-military ballot application under section 2018-b of the Education Law; and NOTICE IS FURTHER GIVEN that a military voter’s original military ballot must be returned by MAIL to the Clerk of the West Islip Union Free School District, Administration Office, 100 Sherman Avenue, West Islip, New York, 11795. Military ballots shall be canvassed if they are received by the District Clerk (1) before the close of polls on April 14, 2026 and showing a cancellation mark of the US Postal Service or a foreign country’s postal service, or showing a dated endorsement by receipt of another agency of the U.S. government or (2) not later than 5:00 P.M. on April 14, 2026 and
signed and dated by the military voter and one witness thereto, with a date which is ascertained to be not later than April 13, 2026.
Dated: January 21, 2026
West Islip, New York By order of the Board of Trustees of the West Islip Public Library Town of Islip, Suffolk County New York By: Jamie Papandrea Interim Secretary to Board of Trustees 26-126. 3/5, 19, 4/2, 9
The resolution, a summary of which is published herewith, has been adopted on February 10, 2026, and an abstract thereof has been published and posted as required by law and the period of time has elapsed for the submission and filing of a petition for a permissive referendum and a valid petition has not been submitted and filed. The validity of the obligations authorized by such resolution may be hereafter contested only if such obligations were authorized for an object or purpose for which the Village of Babylon, in the County of Suffolk, New York, is not authorized to expend money or if the provisions of law which should have been complied with as of the date of publication of this notice were not substantially complied with, and an action, suit or proceeding contesting such validity is commenced within twenty days after the date of publication of the notice, or such obligations were authorized in violation of the provisions of the constitution.
Jean Marie Parker Village Clerk BOND RESOLUTION OF THE VILLAGE OF BABYLON, NEW YORK, AD -
OPTED FEBRUARY 10, 2026, AUTHORIZING THE ISSUANCE OF BONDS IN A PRINCIPAL AMOUNT NOT TO EXCEED $1,941,135 TO FINANCE THE ACQUISITION OF A NEW HOOK AND LADDER FIRE TRUCK FOR USE BY THE FIRE DEPARTMENT, STATING THE ESTIMATED MAXIMUM COST THEREOF IS $1,941,135 AND APPROPRIATING SAID AMOUNT FOR SUCH PURPOSE
The object or purpose for which the bonds are authorized is the acquisition of a new hook and ladder fire truck for use by the Fire Department, at the estimated maximum cost of $1,941,135.
The period of probable usefulness of the bonds is twenty (20) years. The maximum amount of obligations authorized to be issued is $1,941,135. A complete copy of the bond resolution summarized above shall be available for public inspection during normal business hours at the office of the Village of Babylon, Village Hall, 153 West Main Street, Babylon, New York. 26-158 3/19
NOTICE OF PUBLIC AND/OR INFORMATIONAL HEARINGS BY THE TOWN OF BABYLON PLANNING BOARD
Pursuant to Chapter 186, Site Plan Review, and Chapter 213, Zoning, of the Babylon Town Code and Section 276 of the Town Law, notice is hereby given that the Town of Babylon Planning Board will hold public and/or informational hearings(s) at the Babylon Town Hall, Town
Board Room, 200 East Sunrise Highway, Lindenhurst, New York, on the Monday, March 23, 2026 at 7:00 p.m. prevailing time or as soon thereafter as can be heard to consider the following application(s):
PUBLIC HEARING/ MAJOR SUB DIVISION
JOB# HPLN-89 (2536C); Great Neck Road Holdings, LLC.: SCTM# 0100-179-419.001,19.002,19.00 3,19.004,19.005,19.0 06,19.007: Zone - C Residence: SEQRA Unlisted Action, Coordinated Review: Applicant proposes a major subdivision of overall lot into six lots for six new singlefamily homes to be built on a cul-de-sac.: Property is located on the west side of Great Neck Road, 482.61' south of Copiague Place, Copiague, Suffolk County, Town of Babylon, New YorkAll interested persons should appear at the above time and place by order of Patrick Halpin, Chairperson of the Planning Board, Town of Babylon, North Lindenhurst, Suffolk County, New York
PRINTING INSTRUCTIONS Babylon Beacon: 03/19/26 26-161 3/19
AVISO DE REUNIÓN ESPECIAL DEL DISTRITO BIBLIOTECA PÚBLICA DE WEST ISLIP PUEBLO DE ISLIP, CONDADO DE SUFFOLK, NUEVA YORK
La Junta de Fideicomisarios de la Biblioteca Pública de West Islip, Pueblo de Islip, Condado de Suffolk, Estado de Nueva York POR MEDIO DE LA
PRESENTE DA NOTIFICACION de que una Reunión de Distrito Especial de los votantes calificados del Distrito Escolar Union Libre de West Islip, Pueblo de Islip, Condado de Suffolk , Nueva York, se llevará a cabo en la Biblioteca Pública de West Islip, 3 Higbie Lane, West Islip, Pueblo de Islip, Condado de Suffolk, Nueva York el dia 14 de abril del 2026, entre las horas de 10:00 A.M. y 9:00 P.M. tiempo prevaleciente, con el propósito de votar sobre una propuesta adoptando el presupuesto anual para el apoyo y mantenimiento de la Biblioteca Pública de West Islip para el año fiscal 2026-2027 y autorizando la apropiación de la porción requerida de la misma que se recaudaría mediante un impuesto de un impuesto sobre la propiedad sujeta a impuestos dentro del Distrito Escolar Union Libre de West Islip, Pueblo de Islip, Condado de Suffolk, Nueva York.
NOTIFICACION
TAMBIÉN SE DA de la elección de un (1) Fideicomisarios para la Junta de Fideicomisarios de la Biblioteca Pública de West Islip que se llevará a cabo en la Biblioteca Pública de West Islip, 3 Higbie Lane, West Islip, Nueva York, 11795 el dia 14 de abril del 2026 entre las horas de las 10:00 A.M. y 9:00 P.M., hora prevaleciente; dicho cargos se cubrirán de
la siguiente manera: el candidato triunfante deberá de cumplir un período completo desde el dia 1 de julio del 2026 hasta el 30 de junio del 2031 (siendo la titular, Idamarie Tully); y
NOTIFICACION
TAMBIÉN SE DA de que los candidatos para el cargo de Fideicomisario de la Junta de Fideicomisarios de la Biblioteca Pública de West Islip serán nominados por medio de petición, lo cual la petición debe de ser dirigida al Secretario del Distrito Escolar de West Islip Union Libre, Pueblo de Islip, Condado de Suffolk, Nueva York, 11795, y deberá ser firmada por lo menos por 25 (veinticinco) votantes calificados del Distrito; deberá indicar el nombre y la residencia del candidato e indicará la residencia de cada firmante. Dicha petición deberá ser enviada por correo o ser presentada ante el Secretario del Distrito Escolar de West Islip Union Libre, Oficina de Administración, 100 Sherman Avenue, West Islip, Nueva York, 11795 de lunes a viernes, entre las horas de 9 A.M. y 4 P.M., hora vigente, pero debe de ser recibida no más tarde de las 5 P.M., lunes 16 de marzo del 2026; y NOTIFICACION
TAMBIÉN SE DA de que la Junta de Registro se reunirá en la Biblioteca Pública de West Islip, 3 Higbie Lane, West Islip, Pueblo de Islip, Condado de Suffolk y Estado de Nueva York en dicho Distrito Escolar el día 7 de abril del 2026, entre las horas de 4:00 P.M. y 8:00 P.M. hora prevaleciente, en lo cual la Junta de Registro preparará el registro del Distrito Escolar, y cualquier persona tendrá derecho a que se coloque su nombre en dicho registro, siem-
pre y cuando en dicha reunión de la Junta de Registro él o ella sea conocido o comprobado a la satisfacción de la Junta de Registro de tener entonces o posteriormente derecho a votar en la Junta para la cual fue preparado dicho registro; que el registro elaborado de conformidad con la Sección 2014 de la Ley de Educación, será archivada con la oficina del Secretario del Distrito de la Oficina de Administración, Sherman Avenue, en dicho Distrito Escolar; y que dicho registro debe de estar abierto para inspección por cualquier votante calificado del Distrito en cada uno de los cinco (5) días previos y el día establecido para la reunión (excepto sábado y domingo) a partir de las 9:00 A.M. hasta las 4:00 P.M., hora predominante; y NOTIFICACION
TAMBIÉN SE DA de que cualquier residente en el Distrito puede obtener una copia del estado de cuenta de la cantidad de dinero que se requerirá para el año 2026-2027 para efectos de la Biblioteca, durante los catorce (14) días inmediatamente anteriores a dicha Reunión Especial del Distrito y en el día de dicha Reunión Especial del Distrito, con excepción de los domingos o días festivos, en la BIBLIOTECA
PUBLICA DE WEST
ISLIP, 3 Higbie Lane, West Islip, Nueva York, en dicho Distrito, durante las horas en que la Biblioteca está abierta normalmente para negocio; y NOTIFICACION
TAMBIÉN SE DA de que una "Reunión Publica de Información de Presupuesto" se llevará a cabo el día 7 de abril del 2026 a las 7:30 pm en la Biblioteca en 3 Higbie Lane, West Islip, Nueva York, para presentar el pre-
supuesto propuesto de la biblioteca del 20262027; y NOTIFICACION
TAMBIÉN SE DA de que, en conformidad con las provisiones de la Sección 2018 de la Ley de Educación, se permitirá la votación mediante votante adelantado y papeleta de voto ausente. A excepción de aquellas personas cuyo récord de registro ha sido marcado permanentemente discapacitado por la Junta Electoral, en conformidad con las provisiones de la Ley Electoral, las solicitudes para votante adelantado y papeleta de voto ausente tienen que ser recibidas por el Secretario del Distrito Escolar, de West Islip Union Libre, Oficina de Administración 100 Sherman Avenue, West Islip, Nueva York, 11795 por lo menos siete (7) días antes de la votación/ elección si la boleta debe de ser enviada por correo al votante, o el día antes de la votación/elección, si la boleta será entregada personalmente a el votante. En la oficina del Secretario del Distrito Escolar, de West Islip Union Libre, estará disponible una lista de todas las personas a las que se les ha emitido votante adelantado y papeleta de voto ausente, durante cada uno de los cinco días anteriores al 14 de abril del 2026, con excepción de los sábados y los domingos (sujeto a que la oficina esté abierta al público durante dichos cinco días). Para poder ser sondeadas, papeletas de voto ausente deben de ser recibidas por el Secretario del Distrito Escolar de West Islip Union Libre, Oficina de Administración 100 Sherman Avenue, West Islip, Nueva York, 11795, a más tardar a las 5:00 P.M. (hora prevaleciente) el
14 de abril del 2026; y NOTIFICACION
TAMBIÉN SE DA de que a todas las personas que hayan sido previamente registradas para reuniones anuales o reuniones especiales del distrito escolar y que hayan votado en alguna de tal reunión anual o reunión especial del distrito celebrada o llevada a cabo en cualquier momento dentro de los cuatro (4) años del calendario anteriores al 14 de abril del 2026 tendrán derecho de votar en esta Reunión Especial del Distrito. Adicionalmente, todos aquellos que se hayan registrado para votar ante la Junta Electoral del Condado de Suffolk en conformidad con el Artículo 5 de la Ley Electoral tendrán derecho a votar en esta Reunión Especial del Distrito a pesar de que hayan fallado al registrarse previamente con el Distrito Escolar; y NOTIFICACION
TAMBIÉN SE DA de que votantes militar que son votantes calificados del Distrito Escolar de West Islip pueden pedir una solicitud al Secretario del Distrito Escolar de West Islip Union Libre, Oficina de Administración 100 Sherman Avenue, West Islip, Nueva York, 11795 para que se les emita una boleta militar; o por medio de correo electrónico a e.davis@ wi.k12.ny.us. En tal solicitud, el votante militar debe de indicar su preferencia con respecto a si recibir la solicitud por correo o por correo electrónico. Un votante militar debe de devolver la solicitud original del boleto militar al Secretario del Distrito Escolar de West Islip Union Libre, Oficina de Administración, 100 Sherman Avenue, West Islip, Nueva York,
11795. Para poder que a un votante militar se le pueda emitir una boleta militar, una solicitud de boleta militar válida debe de ser recibida por la oficina del Secretario a más tardar a las 5:00 p.m. del 24 de marzo del 2026. Las solicitudes de boletas militares recibidas de acuerdo con lo descrito anteriormente se procesarán de la misma manera que se procesa una solicitud de boleta que no sea militar de acuerdo con la sección 2018-b de la Ley de Educación; y NOTIFICACION
TAMBIÉN SE DA de que el original de una boleta militar de un votante que es militar debe de ser devuelta por CORREO al Secretario del Distrito Escolar de West Islip Unión Libre, Oficina de Administración, 100 Sherman Avenue, West Islip, Nueva York, 11795. Las boletas militares serán sondeadas si son recibidas por el Secretario de Distrito (1) antes de que cierren las cabinas de votación el 14 de abril de 2026 y con muestra de cancelación del Servicio Postal de los Estados Unidos o de algún servicio postal de un país extranjero, o con prueba de un endoso fechado y demostrando haber sido recibido por otra agencia del gobierno de los Estados Unidos o (2) a más tardar a las 5:00 P.M. del 14 de abril del 2026 con firma y fecha del votante militar y con un testigo de la misma, y con una fecha constatada a no ser posterior al 13 de abril del 2026. Fecha: 21 de enero del 2026 West Islip, Nueva York Por orden de la Junta de Fiduciarios de West Islip Biblioteca Pública Pueblo de Islip, Condado de Suffolk Nueva York
Por: Jamie Papandrea Secretaria de La Junta de Fideicomisarios 26-127 3/5, 19, 4/2, 9
The resolution, a summary of which is published herewith, has been adopted on February 10, 2026, and an abstract thereof has been published and posted as required by law and the period of time has elapsed for the submission and filing of a petition for a permissive referendum and a valid petition has not been submitted and filed. The validity of the obligations authorized by such resolution may be hereafter contested only if such obligations were authorized for an object or purpose for which the Village of Babylon, in the County of Suffolk, New York, is not authorized to expend money or if the provisions of law which should have been complied with as of the date of publication of this notice were not substantially complied with, and an action, suit or proceeding contesting such validity is commenced within twenty days after the date of publication of the notice, or such obligations were authorized in violation of the provisions of the constitution.
Jean Marie Parker Village Clerk
BOND RESOLUTION OF THE VILLAGE OF BABYLON, NEW YORK, ADOPTED FEBRUARY 10, 2026, AUTHORIZING THE ISSUANCE OF BONDS IN A PRINCIPAL AMOUNT NOT TO EXCEED $500,000 TO FINANCE THE CONSTRUCTION OF IMPROVEMENTS TO THE VILLAGE POOL, STATING THE ESTIMATED MAXIMUM COST THEREOF IS $500,000 AND APPROPRIATING SAID AMOUNT FOR SUCH PURPOSE
The object or pur-
pose for which the bonds are authorized is the construction of improvements to the Village pool, at the estimated maximum cost of $500,000. The period of probable usefulness of the bonds is fifteen (15) years.
The maximum amount of obligations authorized to be issued is $500,000.
A complete copy of the bond resolution summarized above shall be available for public inspection during normal business hours at the office of the Village of Babylon, Village Hall, 153 West Main Street, Babylon, New York. 26-159 3/19
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Q. We are talking with contractors about rebuilding our large deck, and we would like to have fewer columns so they don’t block our water view. The contractor suggested that there are wood beams that can do the job, and mentioned something called a lam beam to go a longer distance and open up the space underneath. We would also like to have the deck be sealed so that we can use the underneath area, even in the rain. What do you suggest we use and not use?
A. For starters, laminated wood beams are generally a poor choice for outdoor use, even though there are some on the market that are specifically treated with waterproof adhesives. These few products on the market for outdoor use are much more expensive, and often only used in commercial projects or where the expense is not the greatest concern. Not all beams are the same material or made the same way.
When I have conversations with people who build, I sound negative instead of enthusiastic, but that is based on the experience of writing insurance reports and investigating the damage and cost of failed products and applications. Remember, in order to succeed, you first have to know how to fail, so as to avoid failure.
What I have witnessed is not failure at the center of beams, where the beam would bend the most, but at the ends and tops, where water penetrates more frequently. If the product isn’t waterproof, the grain of the laminations will start to split. For these reasons, I discourage outdoor use of manufactured, laminated beams because when they are specified very carefully for a project, there is little or no control over what ends up on the jobsite unless the ordering is micro-managed.
I keep samples in my office of beam cutaways to demonstrate how one beam product was specified for a job and what ended up on the jobsite was similar but, with careful inspection, clearly shows the two beams are not the same. They were laminated using different species of trees, one weaker than the other and an inferior number of plies and glues. To a person dropping the material off, based on an order for a “lam beam,” the inferior material looked the same but after installation the floor bounced like a trampoline. The beam had to be removed, at great expense, and the right product ordered. Even though a lesson was learned, it came at a great price. So indoor locations can also be a problem if the wrong configuration of laminations and species are used. If the correctly engineered lumber beam or steel reinforced beam is designed, they will last for years without another thought. I would use an interlocking aluminum deck product called Versadeck or another product called Lock Dry. They conduct heat rapidly, which means they dissipate heat quickly, making them cool enough on hot summer days to walk on while barefoot, and they keep water from getting through. Good luck!
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“7-OH is known as ‘drug store’ heroin,” Romaine wrote.
“Its full name is 7-hydroxymitragynine.
“It is available in our community in convenience stores, smoke shops and most gas stations,” he continued. “7-OH is sold in tangerine and berry flavored tabs, packaged like candy, and in 15 mg and 30 mg. tabs. They cost approximately 6 dollars and 19 dollars per pill, respectively.
“7-OH behaves in the body like an opiate,” the county executive wrote. “It results in rapid sinister physical dependence. … Users can get hooked” in “a little over a month. The withdrawal expe-
Irience is severe and is prolonged.
“I am concerned with the availability of this unregulated drug increasing in our community,” Romaine continued.
“Currently, 7-OH is banned in the state of Florida and the FDA is considering making it a Schedule I drug.
“The lack of awareness of what this is has provided a loophole for dangerous, legal opiate/opiatelike risk in our community. I would encourage your office to act quickly before it creates another public health crisis. We need to stay ahead of this.”
s old over the counter, it has a high risk of abuse and no accepted medical use.
At the end of 2025 came an announcement from Gov. Kathy Hochul’s office that “two pieces of landmark legislation to protect New Yorkers against the harmful effect of commercial herbal product known as kratom,” passed by the State Legislature, were signed by the governor.
“No parent in New York should have to endure the loss of a child to a substance simply because they didn’t know what it is,” Hochul said. “This legislation ensures transparency and strengthens our public health laws so that information about the ingredients and potential harmful risks associated with kratom are clear.”
Still, Assemblyman Peter Steck, of Schenectady, told me, “Much more regulation is needed. I am proud the governor signed my bill requiring warning labels on kratom products, and another restricting kratom sales to individuals under 21. These are important steps forward. However, much more regulation is needed to safeguard people from the dangers associated with kratom.
“I am currently working to pass legislation that would prohibit the sale of products containing 7-hydroxymitragynine — synthetic kratom — at levels exceeding 2 percent of total alkaloids, or one milligram per serving,” Steck said. “7-hydroxymitragynine acts like an opioid and can lead to addictive behaviors, which may result in serious consequences for users. I am working hard this session to get this measure passed to better protect New Yorkers.”
Steck added: “It is also important that there be stronger federal regulation so kratom can be properly evaluated and addressed at the national level, given its potential for abuse and lack of approved medical use.”
Another bill on kratom under consideration in the Legislature is a measure sponsored by Assemblyman Ed Ra, of
Franklin Square, which, it declares, “establishes kratom … as a Schedule I controlled substance.” Such substances have a “high abuse risk” and “no safe accepted medical use.”
A tiny portion — less than 1 percent — of the kratom leaf contains natural 7-OH, but it can be and is being synthesized to a strength of many, many times its potency in the plant.
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration issued a report last July titled, “Preventing the Next Wave of the Opioid Epidemic: What You Need to Know About 7-OH.” It stated that 7-OH “is a powerful psychoactive compound that occurs naturally in very small amounts in the kratom plant.” But, as the heading of one page of the report said, “7-OH is Engineered to be Addictive. It is a Potent Opioid by Design.”
The report went on: “‘Enhanced’ or ‘spiked’ kratom products may appear to be natural leaf, but actually contain as much as 500% more 7-OH than would be expected naturally.”
Further: “7-OH is 13 [times] more potent than morphine.”
Much more, indeed, needs to be done — on both the state and national levels.
Karl Grossman has been an investigative reporter in a variety of media for more than 50 years. He is a professor of journalism at the State University of New York at Old Westbury.
n unleashing a disastrously ill-conceived assault on Iran, President Trump brought new chaos in the world, and in doing so, made us all less safe. Contrary to repeated campaign promises to never go to war in Iran, he did just that — without Congressional authorization or any clear or concise justification. Let me be clear: Iran’s supreme leader, Ali Khamenei, was a tyrant and an international menace. During a nearly four-decade reign of terror, his autocratic regime slaughtered thousands of peaceful protesters and viciously oppressed and brutalized women. His regime was one of the most repressive in the world to LGBTQ people, with punishments ranging from public beatings to execution. Khamenei unabashedly sought and supported the eradication of Israel, made “Death to America!” the regime’s rallying cry at home and abroad, launched countless unprovoked assaults on the Middle East’s only democracy and fanned the flames of antisemitism
through rhetoric, his educational system, and the active persecution of the few remaining Iranian Jews as well as those in surrounding states. His regime flouted its nuclear agreements with the West and rattled the saber of atomic annihilation as a bargaining chip.
The end of this monstrous regime, if achieved thoughtfully and strategically, would certainly benefit the cause of peace in the Middle East and throughout the world. But no one who is following this spiraling crisis could ascribe such an attribute to the Trump administration’s approach.
Tconsequences. Already, no fewer than 13 American service members have lost their lives, a fact met with callous resignation by the administration. Trump dropped hints of a possible deployment of U.S. ground troops, making a greater loss of life a grim possibility.
here doesn’t seem to be a clear understanding of the effort’s goals.
The Feb. 28 incursion was launched without advising or securing consent from Congress, as required by the Constitution, and without any level of bipartisan discussion or a plan to facilitate lasting peace. The administration’s claims of a pre-emptive strike are easily dismantled, and there doesn’t seem to be a clear understanding of the effort’s goals or how to end the war.
Trump said the attacks were designed to instigate regime change, and later admitted that they could produce a leader worse than Khamenei.
The chaos has led to real and tragic
Israel and the Middle East are now the targets of daily bombardments. This is personal for me, because my son-in-law was raised in Israel, and he still has family living there. I’m sure the stress and worry I feel for their safety is felt by many Nassau County families that are in a similar situations.
Here at home, concerns for the safety of Jews and Muslims alike have surged amid a wave of hateful online rhetoric and conspiracy theories. The Nassau County Police Department has stepped up patrols of houses of worship so that congregants of all faiths can worship freely and in peace.
When it comes to combating religious hatred, for me there is never right or left; there is just right and wrong. As a Jew, combating antisemitism must never become a partisan exercise. As we navigate a time of extraordinary upheaval, I am incredibly gratified that
the legislation I spearheaded to create a countywide Task Force to Combat Antisemitism passed with bipartisan, unanimous support.
Moreover, we must never discount the power of education as an antidote to the poisons of ignorance and hatred that infect hearts and minds. In 2022, New York state law was amended to require Holocaust education in every classroom across the state — something I believe should become a nationwide model for combating hatred against Jews, Muslims and all religious minorities. This mission has never been more urgent and compelling, and it is a challenge that we must all be ready to meet head-on.
Nassau County draws strength from its rich and beautiful tapestry of religious and cultural diversity, and as a lifelong resident, I know that we can come together to pray fervently for the safety of American service members entering this conflict, and we must embrace our shared humanity in every aspect of our lives. Together it is our duty to create a future in which our children and grandchildren can reap the benefits of a more accepting, enlightened and peaceful society.
Arnold W. Drucker represents Nassau County’s 16th Legislative District, and is the Legislature’s deputy minority leader.
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n speeches and campaign platforms, public officials frequently speak about the importance of inspiring the next generation of civic leaders. Far fewer take the concrete step of bringing young people into the halls of government to see how democracy actually works.
When students are given the opportunity to witness the legislative process firsthand, ask questions of policymakers and engage with peers from across the state, civics education moves beyond textbooks and becomes real.
A trip to a legislative chamber or a youth summit in a state capital can transform abstract lessons about government into tangible experiences. Students see debates unfold, observe how laws are crafted and understand that decisions made in these rooms affect the lives of millions of people.
Exposing students firsthand to the responsibilities of public service helps them understand how decisions made in government affect their communities — and their own futures. These experiences also demonstrate that leadership isn’t reserved for a select few. Instead, it is something young people can aspire to through education, service and engagement. In a Zoom-first world, it is critical that school districts budget for field trips that put students in the civic arena.
Programs that open the doors of government to students also provide something increasingly valuable in today’s civic climate: a sense of connection. When young people interact with elected officials and government staff, they learn that government is not some distant or mysterious institution. It is a
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system run by people who are accountable to the public, and whose work shapes the policies that affect schools, transportation, public safety and economic opportunity.
Across Long Island, many villages and towns have taken small but meaningful steps in this direction through “Mayor for a Day” or “Supervisor for a Day” programs. These initiatives give students a chance to shadow a local leader, attend meetings and get a brief but memorable glimpse into municipal government. For many students, the experience is their first real exposure to how decisions are made in their own communities.
Those programs are valuable, but they could go further. Municipal leaders might consider expanding them into broader outreach efforts that bring the experience directly into classrooms. A rotating “government road show,” in which mayors, supervisors, council members and department leaders visit schools in their communities, could reach far more students than a singleday shadowing opportunity.
By bringing government into schools — rather than just inviting a handful of students to visit government buildings — officials could spark interest among young people who might never otherwise consider public service. A conversation with a mayor or council member can demystify the process and show students that civic leadership begins with curiosity, participation and a willingness to serve.
We know that local institutions don’t always have the capacity to build these programs from scratch — and they don’t have to. We encourage students, munici-
It is continually sad to read Peter King’s opinion pieces. His notions of patriotism, justice and morality are warped by his political fervor for President Trump and his administration — and it shows.
In last week’s op-ed, “A heart-stopping hockey victory was marred by politics,” by trying to bend the president’s boys-club remarks about the U.S. women’s hockey team into a “friendly jibe,” King showed just how behind the times he is. “Lighten up!” he wrote. Really?
King went further. He tried to validate Trump’s failure to acknowledge the women’s hockey team by pointing out that the women were favored to win anyway and had secured their third gold medal since 1998. So no big deal, I guess. Talk about disrespectful.
palities and school districts to partner with established organizations that have proven track records of connecting young people to public service. Two we especially recommend are Civics Unplugged and Govern For America. CU equips high school students to work on government projects they care about, providing the skills, mentorship and connections to make that work transformative for communities. GFA places high-achieving early-career professionals in impactful, full-time state government roles — channeling elite talent where it can do the most good.
Government internships are crucial entrees into public service, too. Too often, however, these internships are unpaid. We need these positions and other entry-level jobs to pay a living wage; otherwise, the only young people who can take them are those from wealthy families, leading to further societal inequality as well as biases among policy creators who lack diverse lived experiences.
At a time when civic participation is often uneven and public trust in institutions is frequently tested, investing in meaningful engagement with young people is not simply educational — it is essential. The more these young people grow, the more our communities gain — and that cycle is the point.
If leaders truly want to inspire the next generation of public servants, they must do more than speak about civic engagement. They must open the doors of government and invite young people inside. Our children are ready to enter the arena.
Let them in.
assessing current economic conditions over the past year has been unusually challenging due to delays in federal data releases, volatile inflation readings and shifting labor-market dynamics. As more complete data has recently become available, however, a clearer picture is emerging for Long Island — one that reflects strength in aggregate, but growing divergence beneath the surface.
Long Island’s economy continues to outperform many regions nationally. Home values remain elevated, hospitality and tourism activity are robust, and unemployment rates in Nassau and Suffolk counties remain below the national average. These indicators point to a region that has weathered recent economic shocks relatively well.
Yet aggregate strength masks important distributional differences. Increasingly, Long Island reflects what economists describe as a K-shaped recovery, in which different segments of the population experience sharply disparate economic outcomes.
Households in the upper echelon of income and wealth distribution have
benefited substantially since 2020. Financial markets have posted significant gains, increasing retirement balances and household net worth for those with market exposure. At the same time, residential real estate values across Nassau and Suffolk have risen markedly since the pre-pandemic period, reinforcing wealth accumulation for existing homeowners. Those households have seen stronger balance sheets, greater financial resilience and sustained consumption capacity.
iincomes have not kept pace with the rising costs of living.
The implications extend beyond household well-being. Long Island’s economy, like the broader U.S. economy, is fundamentally consumer-driven, with roughly two-thirds of economic activity tied to consumer spending. While higher-income households account for a disproportionate share of consumption, sustainable regional growth depends on broadbased purchasing power across income groups.
llustrating the difference between wealth and incomes that aren’t keeping pace.
While affordability in our region impacts all Long Islanders, many lower- and middle-income households have faced a more constrained economic reality. While nominal wages — what you see in your pay stub — have increased over the past several years, real wage growth — your pay adjusted for inflation — has been limited by persistently higher prices of essential goods and services. Housing costs, food prices and energy expenses have accounted for a growing share of household budgets, eroding purchasing power even as headline inflation shows moderation.
This divergence is central to the concept of a K-shaped economy. The upper arm reflects asset-driven growth and wealth accumulation, while the lower arm captures households whose
Recent measures of consumer sentiment underscore this tension. Despite relatively low unemployment, confidence levels remain subdued. Concerns about job security, trade policy and long-term affordability continue to weigh on household expectations, suggesting that employment alone is an insufficient indicator of economic confidence on the national level.
There are also macroeconomic risks associated with sustained divergence. If equity markets weaken or housing price growth moderates, the wealth effects currently supporting higher-income consumption could diminish. In such a scenario, the economy would be vulnerable if lower-income households lack the income growth necessary to offset that slowdown.
Importantly, these dynamics do not
suggest that Long Island is entering a period of economic decline. The region’s proximity to New York City, its diversified industry base and the relative strength of sectors such as health care, professional services, technology and finance continue to provide stability. Recent improvements in office occupancy and continued strength in hospitality further reinforce this resilience.
But resilience shouldn’t be confused with inclusivity. The central economic challenge facing Long Island isn’t simply maintaining growth, but also ensuring that growth benefits all industry sectors and sizes. Workforce development, housing affordability and goodpaying jobs that offset higher inflation are essential components of long-term regional economic health. Policymakers and business leaders should remain attentive not only to aggregate indicators, but also to the real impacts of policies on Long Islanders.
As more complete data becomes available in 2026, the contours of Long Island’s economic trajectory are becoming clearer. Aggregate performance remains strong, but the divergence across households warrants careful attention. Economic strength is most durable when the entire population is benefiting from it — and addressing these imbalances will be critical to sustaining Long Island’s long-term prosperity.
Dr. Steve Kent is chief economist of the Long Island Association.
King also called out those athletes who had the nerve to express their dismay and concern over our current administration’s actions and the climate it has created here. Every American athlete has a right to speak their mind. Our athletes travel and train at their own expense, typically requiring immeasurable sacrifice from their families. While chosen to represent our country, they are private citizens, not representatives of the state.
Unfortunately, King missed the point. Everyone was celebrating the men’s victory, just as they had celebrated the women’s win a few days earlier — until the locker room antics. First of all, the FBI director was seen chugging beer, screaming and pouring beer over players’ heads like a sophomoric jock. Then Trump called and invited the team to the White House, and as an afterthought, said the women would have to be invited. And no one winced. No one stood up for the women’s team, which had beaten Canada just days before in overtime. As a matter of fact, they laughed.
The men’s win wasn’t marred by politics. It was marred by the leader of our country’s public disregard for
a select group of Olympians, it was marred by the excuses made for his behavior, and it was marred by those who think it was no big deal.
ELIzABETH MURPHY Franklin Square
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As I’m sure Peter King knows, words still matter. Tone still matters (thank goodness!). A president’s words still matter. Trump’s use of the words “I guess I have to invite the women” has behind it a long history of his sexism and disrespect for women. If someone else had said it, maybe it would have landed differently.
King’s printed words “Lighten up!” are furthering a culture of disrespect toward women. Shame on him. And to think my late grandfather loved him so much. I would hope this article would have changed his mind.
SUzANNE VERA North Bellmore
