Notice is hereby given taxpayers of the Town of Babylon, that the Undersigned Receiver of Taxes has received the 2024/2025 Tax and Assessment Roll and Warrant.
She will accept payment for taxes at her office in the Town Hall, 200 East Sunrise Highway, N. Lindenhurst, N.Y. 11757 or by mail, beginning December 2024 daily between the hours of 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. The Tax Office will be closed on Saturdays, Sundays and Holidays. First half taxes are due December 1, 2024 payable to January 10, 2025 without penalty. After January 10, 2025 one percent per month will be added on the first half to May 31, 2025 after which date, additional interest will be charged by the County Comptroller at his office at County Center, Riverhead, N.Y. 11901.
The Town of Babylon Tax Office will be accepting partial payments with penalty. We offer echeck and credit card payment through a telephone service or by the internet which includes American Express, MasterCard, Visa or Discover. For payments by telephone call 1-800-2PAYTAX (1-800-2729829) or visit the web site at www.acipayonline.com. At the prompt, use Jurisdiction Code 4232. You must have your item number and tax amount available. Transaction fees will be charged to the taxpayer based on the amount of the total charge. Total amount Warrant to be coHected by the Receiver of Taxes for the 2024/2025 tax year is $880,757,568.90.
Taxes become a lien December 1st of each year. First and Second half payments may be made at the same time.
JENNIFER MONTIGLIO RECEIVER OF TAXES
DATED AT BABYLON, N.Y.
December 4, 2024
2024/2025 TAX RATE ON $100 valuation - TOWN OF BABYLON Valuation of Hamlets and Incorporated Villages
2024-2025
TOWN OF BABYLON
Jennifer Montiglio, Receiver of Taxes TAXABLE DISTRICTS
2024-2025
Left-handed, lefty, southpaw - these are all terms used to describe people who favor their left hands for writing, throwing a ball and myriad other activities. It is estimated that between 10 and 12 percent of all people are left-handed. Although that makes southpaws an undeniable minority, the number of left-handed people is creeping up.
Left-handers are worthy of notice and recognition. As such, explore these interesting facts and figures about left-handers.
Sports Proclivity
Fun Facts About Lefties
left-handed people are less likely to suffer arthritis and ulcers.
because they have to, according to data published in Reader’s Digest.
Being left-handed may confer an advantage for athletes. Wayne Gretzky, Sandy Koufax and Martina Navratilova are just a few of the many accomplished left-handed sports legends. Sports scientist Florian Loffing with the Institute of Sport Science, University of Oldenburg in Germany found that in sports where there is a short time constraint, lefties appeared to excel. That could be why he found 26 percent of the top male players in table tennis are lefties. And sports like baseball and cricket are dominated by left-handed players.
More Creative Lefties are more likely to be artistic or innovative. Research published in the American Journal of Psychology found there is some evidence that lefthanded people are better at divergent thinking, a method of idea generation that explores many possible solutions. The Left-Handers Club, a pro-lefty advocacy group, also found that lefthanded individuals tend to be drawn to careers in the arts, music, sports, and information-technology fields.
Ambidextrous Inclinations
The world is geared towards being righthanded, with buttons on jackets, doorknobs, desks in school, and more designed with right-handed people in mind. Therefore, many lefties become ambidextrous simply
Presidential Possibilities?
Many notable people have been left-handed, including eight U.S. Presidents. James A. Garfield, Herbert Hoover,
Harry S. Truman, Gerald Ford, Ronald Reagan, George H.W. Bush, Bill Clinton, and Barack Obama all are or were left-handed. Even though the world may not have been designed for left-handed people, lefties certainly thrive.
Health Risks And Benefits
Lefties should take notice that there may be some side effects to being left-handed. According to a 2010 study published in the journal Pediatrics, researchers found those who were left-handed had an increased risk for dyslexia, ADHD and certain mood disorders. It could be tied to the hemispheres of the brain and how 30 percent of left-handed people are partial to the right hemisphere or have no dominant hemisphere for language functioning. Conversely, lefties can bounce back from stroke or other brain-related injuries more readily than righties, according to data published in 2015 in Scientific Reports. Also, a study published in Laterality found that
GENESIS FUEL OIL
DECEMBER HAPPENINGS
THURS. DEC. 26 - 9:00AM
FRI. DEC. 27 - 3:00PM
HOLIDAY DISCOVERY DAYS
Sweetbriar Nature Center will be offering daily natural science programs over the school breaks for elementary school children. Sweetbriar Nature CenterECSS, 62 Eckernkamp Drive in Smithtown. for more informatio, please call 631-979-6344
THURS. DEC. 26 & JAN. 2 11:00AM-1:00 PM
FESTIVE LIGHTHOUSES
Did you know lighthouses were lit with whale oil? Design and decorate a unique lighthouse of your own - complete with batterypowered tea light and mini wreath - to light up your home this winter. The Whaling Museum & Education Center, 301 Main St. in Cold spring Harbor. No registration required. For more information, please call 516-282-6426, Cristina Ainslie.
FRIDAY, DEC. 27TH
5:30PM Activities, 7:00PM Movie
A VERY GRINCHY PAJAMA PARTY
Wear your favorite pajamas and immerse yourself in a world of Grinchy mischief and holiday cheer. This special family evening is packed with activities, a beloved holiday movie, and delicious treats. Cradle of Aviation Museum, Charles Lindbergh Blvd. in Garden City. For general info 516-5724111. Reservations 516-572-4066
HOLIDAYS
3rd - Giving Tuesday
21st - Winter begins
25th - Christmas
Hanukkah begins at sundown
MAKE A SUBMISSION!
Events must be submitted at least two weeks prior to the event date and will run free of charge on a space available basis. For more info, call 631.226.2636 x275 or send events to editorial@longislandmediagroup.com
TUES., DEC. 31st
8:30PM-1:30AM
THE NEW YEAR'S EVE PARTY
Hosted by:The Holy Name Society. Music provided by: The Switch LI Food Catered by: Seaqua Catering Maria Regina Auditorium - Pontieri Hall. To Purchase tickets visit https://linktr.ee/hns_mariaregina and select "New Year's Eve Party Tickets", Choose the number of tickets you wish to purchase and then checkout. **TICKETS WILL NOT BE SOLD AT THE DOOR** Email: HolyNameSociety@ MariaRegina.com
TUES., DEC. 31st
8:00PM-1:00AM
NEW YEAR'S EVE GALA 2025
Celebrate New Years Eve at The Meadow Club, 1147 Route 112 in Port Jefferson Station with Cocktail Hour, Buffet Dinner, Ball Drop, & Live Music! Call 631-828-4818 to reserve your spot or get your ticket now on our website! https:// themeadowclub.ticketspice.com/ new-years-eve-gala
NOW THRU DEC. 31st
8:00AM-6:00PM CHRISTMAS AT HICKS
Pictures with Santa, every day through December 23. Make sure to bring your own camera for pictures. A walkthrough Christmas story features Santa, his elves and friends as they prepare for the big day! A festive animated story for the young and young at heart! Please bring your donation of a
non-perishable food item(s) for Long Island Cares and drop off at the end of your walkthrough. 100 Jericho Turnpike in Westbury. For more information, please call 516334-0066
NOW THRU JAN. 02, 2025
10:00AM-3:00PM CHRISTMAS HOUSE
LONG ISLAND
If you are looking for an exciting and fun, indoor family holiday attraction, Christmas House Long Island is now open daily at the Broadway Commons, 358 N. Broadway in Hicksville. This unique 45+ minute walk-through features interactive and imaginative experiences that will delight people of all ages! For more information, please call 516-878-0273
NOW THRU JAN. 04, 2025
Sunday-Thursday
5:00PM- 10:00PM
Friday & Saturday
5:00PM -11:00PM
MAGIC OF LIGHTS
Jones Beach State Park. 1 Ocean Parkway in Wantagh. Magic of Lights is a dazzling, drive-through holiday lights experience, which features holiday scenes and characters of the season using the latest LED technology and digital animations. Experience this all from the comfort of your own car! One carload, one price. For dates, times, and ticket availability, visit magicoflights.com.
With Peppers & Onions In A Brown Sauce Meatballs ............................ $60.00 ... $110.00
$65.00 ... $120.00
$70.00 $130.00
Lightly Fried, Sautéed In Lemon, Butter, Garlic & White Wine
Hawaiian Chicken
$70.00 $130.00
SEAFOOD
Sweet & Sour Sauce With Pineapples & Cherries
Chicken Florentine
Chicken Fingers ...................
$55.00 ... $100.00
$75.00 $140.00
Sautéed Spinach, Slices Of Tomato & Fresh Mozzarella, Garlic White Wine Sauce
Sautéed With Mushrooms, Onions, Garlic, Marsala
Presiding Officer McCaffrey And County Executive Romaine Announce Water Reuse Plan
On Thursday, December 5, 2024, Presiding Officer Kevin J. McCaffrey joined County Executive Ed Romaine and environmental experts to announce Suffolk County’s plans for water reuse at the Bergen Point Wastewater Treatment Plant in West Babylon!
“This project will let Bergen Point be known for helping water quantity, as well as water quality. This is a great step forward to see if we can effectively take the wastewater and, instead of letting it flow into the ocean, use the effluent for irrigation and other purposes to help recharge the aquifer and reduce the nitrates in our water,” said Presiding Officer Kevin J. McCaffrey (LD-14).
The plan calls for internal usage at the plant and for irrigating the adjacent
Bergen Point Golf Course, one of four 18-hole courses — all on or near the major water bodies of Long Island — operated by Suffolk County.
“By proposing innovative solutions, we stand committed to decreasing stress on our region’s aquifer and improving water quality in Suffolk County. I thank the County Executive and hope all the planned projects will work together to improve Suffolk’s water quality,” said McCaffrey.
This project and the many expected to follow are a direct result of the adoption of the Suffolk County Water Quality Restoration Act, penned by Presiding Officer McCaffrey, and the approval by Suffolk residents of a long-term effort to expand and upgrade Suffolk County’s aging wastewater
infrastructure. On Election Day, voters overwhelmingly approved Proposition 2 to grant the County the authority to establish a new, stable, and longterm funding source for wastewater improvement projects, and extends
the current ¼ sales tax which funds water quality initiatives and open space acquisitions.
Officials joining McCaffrey and Romaine in support of water reuse efforts and the Bergen Point project included
Deputy Presiding Officer
Steven Flotteron (LD11), Legislators Anthony Piccirillo (LD-8), Catherine Stark (LD-1), Tom Donnelly (LD-16), and Ann Welker (LD-2), Babylon Town
Supervisor Rich Schaffer, Seatuck Environmental
Association Executive Director Enrico Nardone Senior Conservation Policy Advocate John Turner, and Deputy County Executive Jennifer Juengst, and Suffolk County Commissioner of Public Works Charles Bartha.
ST. CHARLES CEMETERY FARMINGDALE, NY Administrative Assistant
• Create and design marketing materials, including flyers, and brochures
• Perform clerical tasks such as scanning, photocopying, filing, and organizing documents
• Answer and direct phone calls in a polite and efficient manner
• Manage and maintain a clean and organized office environment
• Proofread documents for grammar, spelling, and punctuation errors
• Manage office supplies
• Perform other duties as assigned
Requirements
• Computer literacy with proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook)
• Familiarity with Adobe Photoshop
• Excellent customer service skills with the ability to handle inquiries and complaints professionally
• Strong organizational skills to manage multiple tasks and deadlines effectively
• Accurate data entry skills with attention to detail
• Clerical experience in an office setting is preferred
• Phone etiquette skills to handle calls with professionalism and courtesy
The position offers an opportunity to work in a professional office environment with a supportive team. The successful candidate will have the chance to develop their administrative skills while providing excellent customer service.
Monday - Friday, 35 hour work week, from 9am-5pm
Half day (over time pay), 9am-1pm, every other Saturday.
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program for you. Y ou'll be glad you di d! Call 631-226-2636, Ext. 276
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THINKING ABOUT ADVERTISING YOUR BUSINESS and not sure how to get started? Call today and one of our experienced Sa les Representatives will assist you. We c an help you with a lin e ad or a di splay ad. Let us at SOUTH BAY'S NEIGHBOR NEWS PAPE RS set up an adv ertising program for you. Y ou'll be glad you di d! Call 631-226-2636, ext. 276
President Of The United States Signs The Working Dog Commemorative Coin Act Into Law
America’s VetDogs is honored to announce that the President of the United States has signed The Working Dog Commemorative Coin Act into law. This landmark legislation, which garnered strong bipartisan support in both the U.S. House of Representatives and Senate, celebrates the essential role of working dogs nationwide while offering vital assistance to veterans, activeduty service members, and first responders with disabilities. Surcharges from the sale of the commemorative coins will directly benefit America’s VetDogs, enabling the national nonprofit to expand its mission and provide more accredited, specially trained service dogs— at no cost—to our nation’s heroes, helping them Live Without Boundaries®.
“This milestone highlights the strength of unity and our collective dedication to honoring the brave men and women who serve our country and communities,” said John Miller, President & CEO of America’s VetDogs. “The commemorative coin series will serve as a lasting tribute to the extraordinary contributions of working dogs, raising awareness of their impact on society while helping us expand our life-changing services to
those who have served and continue to serve our nation. We are profoundly grateful to the President, Senate Majority Leader Schumer, as well as the bipartisan Congressional leaders and co-sponsors, whose unwavering support made this achievement possible.”
The Act, originally introduced to the 118th Congress in February 2023 by Rep. Patrick McHenry (RNC), chairman of the House Financial Services Committee, and Rep. Jim McGovern (DMA), was later introduced in the Senate in March 2023 by Senators Ted Budd (R-NC), Thom Tillis (R-NC), Mark Kelly (D-AZ), and Tammy Duckworth (D-IL). Recognizing the invaluable contributions of working dogs to society— spanning detection, military service, therapy, and assistance roles—the legislation gained strong support from Senators Chuck Schumer (D-NY) and Kirsten Gillibrand (D-NY), as well as the entire Long Island delegation, where America’s VetDogs is headquartered.
The commemorative coins, to be issued by the U.S. Mint in 2027, are set to generate crucial funding for America’s VetDogs’ mission.
To learn more about America’s VetDogs or the
Working Dog Commemorative Coin Act, visit VetDogs.org/ Coin.
About America’s VetDogs
For more than 20 years, America’s VetDogs (www. VetDogs.org) has trained and placed guide and service dogs to provide independence, enhanced mobility, and companionship to veterans with disabilities from all eras. In 2015, VetDogs opened its programs to first responders, including fire, police, and emergency medical personnel. America’s VetDogs is a 501(c) (3) not-for-profit organization founded by the Guide Dog Foundation and serves clients from across the United States. America’s VetDogs relies on contributions from generous individuals, corporations, service clubs, and foundations to fund its mission to help those who have served our country live with dignity and independence. It costs over $50,000 to breed, raise, train, and place one assistance dog, but America’s VetDogs provides its services completely free of charge to the individuals it is honored to serve. America’s VetDogs has been accredited by both the International Guide Dog Federation and Assistance Dogs International.
Babylon Breast Cancer Coalition Receives Donation From The Peconic River Sportsman’s
The Babylon Breast Cancer Coalition (BBCC) was one of three local breast cancer charities (BBCC, Lucia’s Angels and North Fork Breast Health Coalition) that received grants from The Peconic River Sportsman’s Club (The Club). The Club, located in Manorville, hosted a luncheon and presented checks to each organization.
The Club raised $54,000 for the organizations this year and is very close to hitting $250,000 in total after ten years of hosting this important fundraiser, “Take a Shot at Cancer.” In addition, The Club also hosts other shooting events for the women currently being treated for breast or gynecological cancer, giving them a day away from thinking about cancer and treatment.
For more information about the Babylon Breast Cancer Coalition, call 631-893-4110.
