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Proposed measure would give schools the option to opt out of state’s zero-emissions bus measure.

Bill would allow local school districts to opt-out of electric bus mandate

By CAROLYN JAMES

Babylon Village Board bans sales of firearms. fireworks, ammunition

By CHRISTIE LEIGH BABIRAD cbabirad@liherald.com

No one will be able to carry or sell firearms, ammunition, fireworks or other explosives in the Village of Babylon, according to a new law approved by the Village Board last week.

Local Law, Chapter 117, entitled Firearm Use and Sales, provided a limited exception for the twice-yearly gun shows held at the American Legion Hall in Babylon.

“For safety reasons, I think this is a good policy,” said Deputy Mayor Frank Seibert.

But others disagreed.

whatever we can to protect our children and residents.” She noted that the village has the jurisdiction to decide whether this kind of business belongs in the village. And she added that other municipalities allow these stores in their business districts, so those interested in opening such a business can go other places.

F or safety reasons, I think this is a good policy.

FRANK SEIBERT Deputy Mayor

Manuel Alarcon, treasurer of Caribou Rifle Pistol Club in North Babylon said that his business is a competitive shooting club that focuses on education and he believes that the law will take away free enterprise.

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Assemblymen Keith Brown and Michael Durso, both Republicans, are co-sponsoring a bill that would allow local school districts to opt out of a new state law mandating the transition to electric school buses.

The lawmakers argue that the measure, which requires districts to replace diesel buses with zero-emission models, presents significant energy and cost-related challenges.

At a news conference on January 28, Brown (12 th AD) and Durso (9 th AD) introduced the proposed bill that, if passed, would give school districts the option to apply for a waiver from the state’s commissioner of education, allowing them to bypass certain zero-emission bus requirements.

A group of Republican state senators sent a letter to Gov. Kathy Hochul, expressing concerns over the high costs of electric buses. The U.S. Department of Energy reports that the average new electric school bus costs approximately $400,000, compared to about $130,000 for traditional diesel buses. However, in a statement to the press, Hochul defended the initiative, stating, “It is not enough to encourage New Yorkers to buy electric—we must build green infrastructure that will drive New Yorkers to choose cleaner and greener modes of transportation.”

The push for electric school buses is part of New York’s broader environmental goal of reaching 850,000 zero-emission vehicles by 2025, with plans for all new passenger vehicles to be electric by 2035. Critics of the mandate argue that electric

Under current law, starting in 2027, school districts in New York will be required to purchase electric school buses to replace traditional diesel models. The state offers transportation aid as partial reimbursement for bus purchases, but the new measure has raised concerns about its affordability.

Vito Carillo of Rockville Centre said he didn’t understand why the village would be threatened by a gun store opening because there are so many laws in place for those purchasing and selling firearms.

Mayor Mary Adams replied, referencing a marijuana shop that opened on Deer Park Avenue, saying there were issues with people selling behind the store.

“We’re only 2 ½ square miles here, and the one thing we care about in this village is quality of life,” said Adams. “We have a small downtown, children, activities, and we’re going to do

“More and more villages are going to prohibit these stores and keep people from opening these stores,” he said. “I believe that this law would prohibit competitive shooters and I don’t understand why gun owners need to be restricted.”

The sale of firearms is prohibited by law anywhere in New York State, which also has some of the strictest fireworks laws in the country, allowing only for the sale and use of certain types of sparkling devices for limited periods around certain holidays, such as Indepen. dence Day and New Year’s Eve.

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Babylon Village Board shoots down firearms and fireworks sales

Purchasing, posessing, or using consumer fireworks, such as firecrackers, roman candles, and aerial shells, is prohibited for those who are not licensed professionals for authorized displays. Violators of the law face both fines and criminal charges.

In the Town of Babylon, the sale of firearms would require a Special Exception Permit from the Zoning Board of Appeals and would only be permitted in the E Business or G Industry zoning districts, said town officials. After careful consideration of the positions presented by the speakers,

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the board unanimously approved the measure, which will take effect upon filling with the Secretary of State.

In another controversial hearing, Frankie Bragaglia appeared before the board to request permission to open and operate a lounge/restaurant and pickleball court at 96 East Main Street. The proposal was met with concerns from the board and residents on noise and safety concerns considering the locations proximity to residential homes.

“I don’t mind noise, but the pickleball court will be very loud and I don’t see how a restaurant open until two

veteran some love; order a tribute banner to be put up in Babylon Village

The Village of Babylon will once again be hosting their Military Banner Program in downtown Babylon Village. Honor the troops, veterans and all those who made the ultimate sacrifice for our freedoms.

To honor a veteran you know, please email vobmilitarybanners@gmail.com. The village will be accepting orders through Saturday, March 1.

The Board of Trustee Monthly Meeting Dates for the Academic School Year for 2024/2025

All meetings will be held at the Uniondale Middle School: 100 Charles Lindbergh Boulevard Uniondale, New York 11553

10/31/2024 5:30 p.m. Uniondale

11/21/2024 5:30 p.m. Uniondale

12/19/2024 5:30 p.m. Uniondale

01/30/2025 5:30 p.m. Uniondale

02/27/2025 5:30 p.m. Uniondale

03/27/2025 5:30 p.m. Uniondale

04/24/2025 5:30 p.m. Uniondale

05/29/2025 5:30 p.m. Uniondale

06/26/2025 5:30 p.m. Uniondale 07/24/2025 5:30 p.m. Uniondale

or three in the morning, is going to work in our village,” said Alan Oman. Oman, who is a 30-plus year resident of the village and lives near the location with his wife, Kerri, added that most businesses in the village close by midnight.

His wife echoed those same concerns, adding that there are enough pickleball courts in the village.

“I would like to welcome your business to the village but I don’t want my quality of life to be affected,” she told the applicant. “This is definitely going to affect residents like us who live

on Prospect Street.”

Bragaglia addressed those concerns saying they would work with the village to adjust hours and assured that the outdoor eating area would be within a sound-controlled room that would not carry out into the neighborhood. He added that he is willing to put a limit on how many people can be on the pickleball court at one time, and secure other measures to ensure residents aren’t affected. The board requested more time to review the application.

Babylon Village Board approves host of issues for upcoming events

The board approved:

•Hiring Hank Carpenter to providepickleball lessons at the Park Avenue tennis courts beginning Monday, April 28 and ending Tuesday, July 29.

•holding Shred Day on Saturday, April 26 from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m.

•Increasing the resident boat ramp fees to $50 per year.

•the Babylon Little League holding its annual Opening Day Parade at 10 a.m. on Saturday, April 5.

•the Babylon Lions Club posting temporary 8 ½ x 11’’ window signs at local merchants and 5 large signs around the village from April 20 to May 4, to advertise their pancake breakfast , which will take place on Sunday, May 4 and to hold their annual Fundraiser Barbecue at the Village Pool on Saturday, July 26 from 6 to 11 p.m. with the proceeds going to local food pantries.

•allowing the Save the Great South Bay to conduct the 9th Annual Babylon Village Community Creek Clean Up” at Carll’s River on Saturday, March 15 from 8 a.m. to 12 p.m., with the welcoming ceremony beginning at 9 a.m.

•a request by the Babylon Village Chamber of Commerce _to hold their 2025 events in the Village of Babylon.

•a request by the Babylon Interfaith

Clergy Cluster to hold a short prayer service lakeside at Argyle Park on Thursday, May 1 from 6 to 6:30 p.m. for National Day of Prayer. •a request by The Great South Bay Amateur Radio Club to host the annual International Marconi Day activities in the North Carll Avenue municipal parking lot by Village Hall on Saturday, April 26 from 7 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.

The next public meeting will be held on Tuesday, Feb. 11 at 8 p.m. at Village Hall, 153 W. Main St., Babylon.

Nancy Leftenant-Colon, lifelong Amityville resident and trailblazing U. S. Army veteran, dies at 104

By CAROLYN JAMES cjames@liherald.com

In January 2019, the Amityville School District paid tribute to Nancy LeftenantColon, renaming the high school’s media center in her honor. Leftenant-Colon, a lifelong Amityville resident, was a pioneering figure in American military history. As a registered nurse and sister to one of the legendary Tuskegee Airmen, she became the first African American woman to serve in the Army Nurse Corps. Her motto, “The sky’s the limit,” reflected her unwavering spirit and commitment to breaking barriers.

Major Nancy Leftenant-Colon died on Jan. 8 in Amityville at the age of 104.

Throughout her life, Leftenant-Colon achieved a series of milestones. She became the first commissioned Black nurse integrated into the U.S. Army Air Nurse Corps and was the first and only woman to serve as president of Tuskegee Airmen, Inc.

“Nancy is probably one of the most significant and consequential individuals to hail from our town in our generation,” said Babylon Town Supervisor Rich Schaffer. “She is an historical figure that all of us can learn from and emulate as we live our lives.”

During the dedication of the media center in her name, Lt. Gen. Stayce D. Harris, then inspector general of the U.S.

Air Force, called the tribute “an incredible and most-deserved honor.” She presented Leftenant-Colon with an artistic canvas featuring two photos—one from her time as a major and another from a 2009 meeting between the two women.

Former Babylon Town Councilwoman and retired Army Lt. Col. Jacqueline A. Gordon also spoke at the event, highlighting the path Leftenant-Colon forged for women in the armed forces.

Lenore Braithwaite of the American Legion Hunter Squires Jackson Post 1218 in Amityville fondly recalled LeftenantColon as her school nurse at Amityville High School and presented her with the Legion’s 100th anniversary com-mander’s pin.

Leftenant-Colon graduated from Amityville High School in 1939 and from the Lincoln School for Nurses in the Bronx the same year. The Lincoln School was the first in the U.S. to train Black women as nurses. After initially being told the military was not accepting Black nurses, she worked briefly at a local hospital before volunteering for the Army Nurse Corps in January 1945. She was accepted as a reservist and sent to Lowell General Hospital at Fort Evans, Massachusetts, where she cared for wounded World War II soldiers. Her exemplary performance earned her a promotion to First Lieuten-

CRIME WATCH

The following incidents and arrests have been reported by the Suffolk County Police and other police and law enforcement agencies:

MAN CHARGED WITH POSSESSION OF GUNS

Robert Ehlich, 41, of 21 Chateau Dr., Melville, was arrested on Jan. 25 and charged with criminal possession of multiple firearms. According to Suffolk County Police, officers responded to Ehlich’s home at around 6:30 p.m. after receiving a report from probation officers. Police from the First and Second Precincts, along with Second Squad detectives, seized three assault rifles, two rifles, one level-three body armor, a large amount of ammunition, three large-capacity magazines, and plastic molds for ghost guns. Ehlich was arrested at about 8:15 p.m. He was charged with seven counts of criminal possession of a weapon in the third degree, two counts in the fourth degree, and unlawful purchase of body armor. He was arraigned at First District Court in Central Islip.

11-year-old girl into his car. According to police, the girl was walking on Patton Avenue near 26th Street at about 3:05 p.m. when Macasfreire, driving a 2007 gray Chevrolet, stopped and asked her multiple times to get into the car. He offered her candy, which he was reportedly rubbing near his genitals. Macasfreire was arrested on the same street and charged with endangering the welfare of a child. He was held overnight at the First Precinct and arraigned the following day at First District Court in Central Islip. Anyone with additional information is asked to contact the First Precinct at 631-854-8100.

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ant after only 11 months.

In 1946, Leftenant-Colon made history again when she was assigned to the 332nd Station Medical Group at Lockbourne Army Air Base in Columbus, Ohio, becoming the first Black nurse to be integrated into the Army Air Corps. She later transferred to the Air Force and served as a flight nurse during the Korean and Vietnam Wars, evacuating wounded soldiers from Japan, Korea, and Vietnam. She also set up hospital wards in active war zones, saving countless lives.

tough, but women who serve in the military overseas dur-ing war—they’re in a category of their own, especially nurses,” he said. “I’m glad she was able to see the community’s dedication to her, which was fitting and well-deserved.”

Born in Goose Creek, South Carolina, Leftenant-Colon was the daughter of James and Eunice Leftenant. She married Air Force Reserve Captain Bayard Colon, who died in 1972. The couple had no children. She is survived by her sister, Amy Leftenant of Amityville, and many nieces and nephews.

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MAN CHARGED WITH ENDANGERING

Galo Macasfreire, 38, of 21 South 31st St., Wyandanch, was arrested on Jan. 27 after allegedly attempting to lure an

A 24-year-old woman was critically injured in a South Farmingdale vehicular accident on Jan. 24, at about 7:07 p.m. Suffolk County Homicide Squad detectives said a 35-year-old man was driving a 2018 Jeep southbound on West Chestnut Street when he made a left turn onto Spencer Street and struck the woman as she was crossing the street. The woman was transported to an area hospital by police ambulance and is listed in critical condition. The driver remained at the scene, and no other injuries were reported.

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After retiring from the military, Leftenant-Colon returned to Amityville and served as a high school nurse until her retirement in 1984.

Veteran Juan Leon, an Amityville resident and former Amityville School Board trustee, reflected on her legacy upon hearing of her death. “Women are

A funeral service and Celebration of Life ceremony were held on Jan. 25 at Zion Cathedral in Freeport.

She will be interred at Arlington National Cemetery in Washington, D.C. on April 9.

Photos by the late Joe Turner

Lt. Gen. Stayce D. Harris, right, congratulated Major Nancy Leftenant-Colón at the 2019 dedication of the Amityville Memorial High School media center in her honor.

Leftenant-Colon, left, in 2019, and, above, as a registered nurse in the military.

Brain scans of cats in crocheted caps reveal insights into feline pain relief

Researchers at the University of Montreal have found a creative way to study brain activity in cats, aiming to improve pain management for older felines. In a study funded by the Morris Animal Foundation, Canadian scientists sought to determine whether electroencephalogram (EEG) technology could identify brain signals in cats suffering from osteoarthritis, a chronic condition that affects about 25.6% of cats worldwide.

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Cats are known for masking pain, a survival instinct inherited from their wild ancestors. While brain scans can provide valuable insights into pain, cats rarely tolerate electrodes attached to their heads. Attempts to conduct EEGs on awake cats often fail as the animals tend to shake off or chew the wires. Heavily sedating the cats to complete the procedure doesn’t capture how they feel when conscious. The only alternative, a surgical implant of sensors, sparks ethical concerns, explained Aude Castel, assistant professor of veterinary medicine at the University of Montreal and lead author of the study.

To overcome this, Castel’s team developed a non-invasive method for attaching the electrodes. Ph.D. student Aliénor Delsart, the study’s first author, found inspiration from an unlikely source— a YouTube tutorial for crocheting cat hats. The video, titled “Narby Pom Pom Cat Video Tutorial,” gave Delsart the idea to create custom crocheted hats for the cats, which could securely hold the EEG electrodes.

“We knew crochet hats were meant to be cute, but we wanted to adapt them for a scientific purpose,” Delsart said. “It turned out to be a successful bet!”

With the help of another talented crocheter in their lab, the team designed beanies, without pom-poms, to embed ten gold-plated EEG electrodes. The researchers then trained 11 cats, each with

osteoarthritis, to wear the hats in preparation for the brain scans. The cats, who were all at least seven years old, were housed in temperature-controlled rooms with perches, beds, scratching posts, and toys. They received rewards, such as treats and petting, for tolerating their new headgear.

The cats’ positive conditioning to wearing the caps allowed the researchers to complete the EEGs without sedation. Some cats even fell asleep during the process, so the team waited for them to wake up before continuing the scans. Others had to be distracted from purring, as the vibrations could interfere with the data.

The team then used the EEGs to investigate whether soothing stimuli— such as blue and green light exposure and citrus scents—could help reduce the cats’ pain and promote relaxation.

The study, published in the Journal of Neuroscience Methods, marks a significant step forward in understanding and managing chronic pain in cats. Researchers are now working to further develop EEG technology as a tool for detecting and modulating chronic pain in animals. Preliminary findings were presented by Delsart at the Royal Society of Medicine in London.

“We aim to secure funding, in partnership with private companies, to establish a reliable EEG signature for chronic pain,” said Eric Troncy, a co-author of the study. “This could eventually lead to automated chronic pain detection in the future.”

In a separate collaboration, the team is also working with Guillaume Dumas, a professor of computational psychiatry at the University of Montreal, to study the synchronicity of brainwaves between cats, dogs, and their owners. All of this progress was made possible by the cats’ adorable, crocheted thinking caps.

At the University of

CALENDAR OF EVENTS

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.

MONDAY, February 10

•Babylon School Board of Education meeting: 7:30 p.m. For meeting information, call 531-893-7925 ; or visit their web site @ http://www.babylon.k12. ny.us.

•Babylon Library Board of Trustees meeting: 6:30 p.m. at the Babylon Library, 24 S. Carll Ave., Babylon Village. For info., call 631-669-1624; or visit the web site babylonlibrary.org.

TUESDAY, February 11

•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.

•Republic Airport Commission public meeting: 7 p.m. at Republic Airport’s Main Terminal, 7150 Republic Airport, Room 201, Farmingdale. For information, call 631-752-7707 x6109 or email info@republicairport.net .

WEDNESDAY, February 12

•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, February 13

•North Babylon School Board of Education regular board meeting: 8 p.m., at North Babylon High School, 1 Phelps Lane, N. Babylon. For meeting information, call 631-321-3226; or visit their web site @ https://www.northbabylonschools.net.

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Montreal, Fee, an abandoned cat with osteoarthritis, wears a crocheted beanie to secure the electrodes for her EEG.

Amityville thrives when adversity hits

By NIKO SCARLATOS sports@liherald.com

Amityville’s boys’ basketball team has been a powerhouse in Suffolk County basketball and finds itself in a tight race atop the League V standings.

While the formula for success remains unchanged, the ability to overcome adversity and consistently put in maximum effort is what sets them apart. “The key to our success has always been the same,” said head coach Jack Agostino. “Sticking together, staying focused, and giving our best effort on the court goes a long way.”

One of Amityville’s defining qualities is their resilience in the face of adversity. This was particularly evident in some of its recent games, where it faced significant challenges but refused to give up. In a matchup against Hauppauge on Jan. 8, the Warriors were trailing by a dozen at halftime. However, instead of letting the game slip away, the players rallied together, fought hard, and mounted a comeback to secure the 64-61 victory.

Similarly, in a nail-biting game against Wyandanch on Jan. 14, the Warriors fell behind again but showed their mettle, only to lose on a heart-wrenching buzzer-beater. “Our ability to deal with adversity is crucial,” Agostino said. “We have continued to bounce back so well.”

There are moments when some players need a little extra encouragement and that’s where the strength of their team chemistry really shines. “The highs and lows of each game are so unpredictable,” said Agostino. “But it’s about maintaining focus and lifting each other up.”

Whether it’s lifting up a teammate who’s struggling or staying focused when things aren’t going their way, Amityville’s success relies on its ability to stay united through thick and thin. The team enters this week 11-2 in League V and 12-5 overall.

Leading the way offensively is junior guard Amir Dickerson, who is tied for third in Suffolk County in points per game with 24.3. “His talent and versatility are such game changers for us,” said Agostino. Alongside Dickerson, it’s the depth of the roster that makes the Warriors so dan-

HERALD SPORTS North Babylon wins league, playoffs next

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Allen Dodson-Isabell and the Warriors enter the home stretch of the season with an 11-2 record in League V.

gerous. Sophomore guard Allen DodsonIasbell, junior guard Wes Flythe who is fresh off a 14-point performance in the win against Half Hollow Hills West on Feb. 1, senior guard DaJon Clinton, and junior forward Jordan Hines are all players who can take over a game at any moment.

“They each have the ability to score 20 points on any given night,” Agostino said. “They provide the kind of unpredictability that keeps our opponents on its toes at all times.”

Another key contributor is freshman forward Taki Mason, who Agostino calls the “heart and soul of the team.”

As the season progresses, the Warriors continue to demonstrate the values of perseverance, teamwork, and resilience. Though expectations have remained steady over the years, the goals are always high.

“Making the playoffs is a consistent goal,” Agostino said. “But we are now aiming for a league championship, which seems very possible if we play to our potential.”

However, Agostino knows the journey won’t be easy. “Winning the league is a long shot, but we’re focused on taking it one game at a time.”

By NIKO SCARLATOS sports@liherald.com

The North Babylon girls’ basketball team has been steadily growing, with an undeniable focus on success.

Thanks to a perfect mix of experienced upperclassmen and talented sophomores, the Bulldogs are locked into first place in the Suffolk County League III standings with a 10-1 record with one game remaining.

As the season progresses, the Bulldogs are feeling more confident, and their expectations have shifted from simply aiming to win the league to now believing they can take home the county championship. “This team has an outrageous amount of potential,” head coach Matt Gianelli said.

One of the key factors in this rise is the leadership of senior guard Jasmine McKay. “Her influence on and off the court has been nothing short of transformative,” said Gianelli. “She has emerged as the heart and soul of the team, consistently setting a tone of hard work and dedication.” She currently leads all of Suffolk County in points per game at 25.1. “Her leadership is contagious and her ability to get everyone involved has been key to our success so far,” Gianelli added.

The Bulldogs have a young roster but that has not slowed them down. The team features nine sophomores on it including key contributors such as forward Olivia Rush, guard Dakota Rivers, forward Molly Oak, and guard Madison Murdocco.

“We’ve seen so much improvement from our younger players,” Gianelli said. “They’ve really stepped up and have become vital parts of this group. It’s exciting to see how much better everyone is getting every day.” Other key pieces include guard Malia Coakley and forward Kariyana Pernell.

While North Babylon still has a mix of younger and older players, the underclassmen have stepped up and gained confidence as the season has unfolded, the coach noted. The growth of the sophomores, both in terms of individual skill and team dynamics, has given them a depth they hadn’t expected earlier in the year.

From day one, the goal for the Bulldogs has been clear. They want to be county champions.

North Babylon (13-4 overall) went a perfect 7-0 in January with two victories over Smithtown East and one apiece over Copiague, Huntington, Northport, Newfield and Half Hollow Hills East.

McKay had 26 points while Rush and Coakley chipped in 9 apiece Jan. 30 to lead a 52-37 win at Smithtown East.

The renewed confidence is reflected in their intense focus during practices and games. “Every drill is approached with a purpose, every opponent is treated with respect, and every play is a chance to get better,” said Gianelli. “I think our expectations have definitely risen. At the start of the season, we were focused on winning our league, but now we all believe we can win the county. We’re more than capable of doing that, and we’re going to do everything we can to get there.”

The county finals are set for March 9 at Farmingdale State College.

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Olivia Rush chipped in 9 points Jan. 30 as the Bulldogs completed a perfect 7-0 January by beating Smithtown East.

Wyandanch Memorial HS inducts 13 to Kappa League

The Wyandanch Memorial High School’s Kappa League inducted 13 new members at their annual ceremony in November. The event began with a formal student procession into the Warren Fuller Auditorium followed by members reflecting on the past year’s activities and accomplishments, highlighting their commitment to academic achievement and personal development.

The new inductees were honored in a pinning ceremony, where they received a Kappa League pin from their mother or guardian. Each inductee was also presented with a plaque inscribed with the Kappa League pledge. The new inductees then recited the pledge, officially marking their entry into the program.

The evening concluded with a step showcase led by Kappa League chairman and adviser Paul Sibblies. Reflecting on the occasion, Sibblies said, “The Kappa League represents the future of leadership and service. Watching these young men step into this commitment with such enthusiasm and determination gives me hope for what they will achieve.”

The 2024 Wyandanch Memorial High School Kappa League inductees were: Jayden Acoy, Christian Whitton-Bellos, Leonard Barbee, Jean Jovzestion, Xzavier Vaughn, Jermaine Brown, Juan Cisneos-Hernanderz, Criston Rivera Vega, Tristen Simmons, Maleek Solo-

mon, Prince Charles, Javion Paige and Alexander Jean-louis.

The Kappa League Development Program, established in 1922 as the national service program of Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity, focuses on personal growth, academic achievement, college and career readiness, and community service. It provides young men with the tools and mentorship necessary to excel and contribute meaningfully to their communities.

Lindenhurst K of C helping to support Suffolk County

Police Foundation

At the event were: 010HBABKnights Mark Hines, Jim McDonaugh and Mike Lavorata, Grand Knight Pat Corcoran, Foundation Chairman Lou Tutone, Knights Frank Afasenwicz, Hank Mathes, S.C. Leg. Kevin McCaffrey and Bobby Fortier, Belfast Manager Geoff Pasquale, Knights Shawn Cullinane and George Formes.

The Knights of Columbus Council 794 of Lindenhurst met at the Belfast Gastro Pub to make a donation to the Suffolk County Police Foundation in support of the foundation’s local community activities.

The council’s building is at 185 North

Broadway, Lindenhurst. You can mail them at PO Box 565, Lindenhurst, NY 11757 or email them at knightsofcolumbus794gmail.com for information about joining or to find out about renting the hall.

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at the ceremony.

P.S. I Love You Day Kindness Challenge currently accepting posters

Town of Babylon Councilman McSweeney’s P.S. I Love You Day Kindness Challenge is currently accepting submissions.

All are welcome to participate by creating Handprint Heart posters for dedicated first responders as a thank you for their service.

Posters may be dropped off at the Babylon Town Council Office by 4:40 p.m. on Tues., Feb. 11. The Babylon Town Hall is located at 200 East Sunrise Highway, Lindenhurst. For more information, call (631) 9573000.

Above: The 13 new Kappa League inductees took the league’s pledge in front of family, friends and fraternity brothers.

Paul Sibblies, chairman and advicer of the Kappa League, addresses the new inductees

at the Winter White party

Legislator Donnelly joins Babylon seniors for winter white party at Tanner Park

S.C. Leg. Tom Donnelly attended the Town of Babylon Tanner Park Senior Center’s 2025 Winter White Party. Held in January 24, the event is just one of many celebrations put on by the center and was a festive and exciting day for Babylon seniors.

This year’s Winter White event was attended by seniors from throughout the town who enjoyed the good food, games and music—all while dressed in white.

Under the direction of Kerry Riordan, Tanner Park Senior Center is one of the six senior centers in the Town of Babylon. As with all the centers, it

serves as a recreation, socialization and information resource center for Babylon residents.

“It was wonderful to attend the Tanner Park Senior Center’s 2025 Winter White Party to spend time with our Babylon seniors,” said Donnelly. “Director Riordan and her incredible staff go above and beyond to create programs that bring energy and foster engagement for and with our local seniors. This event was yet another example of their outstanding efforts, and we are truly grateful for all they do every day.”

Deer Park HS DECA Club delivers an amazing performance at regional

Deer Park High School’s DECA club earned 31 trophies and 12 honorable mention awards at the Suffolk County Regional Competition.

Deer Park High School’s DECA club had a total of 73 participants in DECA’s recent Suffolk County Regional Competition. In the most competitive regional competition in over 20 years, Deer Park’s students had an amazing performance, earning 31 trophies and 12 honorable mention awards. The team was guided

by DECA adviser Gregory Menig. Most of the Deer Park DECA students will be moving on to participate in New York DECA’s 66th annual State Career Conference, to be held March 5 through 7 at the Joseph A. Floreano Rochester Riverside Convention Center in Rochester.

U. S. Power Squadrons offer boating courses

The United States Power Squadrons is offering course dates and locations for upcoming safe boating courses as follows:

•Great South Bay, America’s Boating Course, West Islip Library, 3 Higbie La., West Islip, March 4, 6:30 p.m. The cost is $30. For more information contact Michael Boland at 631-290-8096, or email him at: bolandmichael123@gmail.com

• Captree Squadron, Babylon pool building, 151 Phelps La., North Babylon,

March 3 and 29, 9 a.m. The cost is $60. For more information or to sign up for the course contact Eugene Johnson at 631-921-3403, or email him at pwrbtr@ aol.com

To access the latest list of safe boating courses and seminars on Long Island, go to https://shorturl.at/Qp0Df. For additional information about the United States Power Squadrons call 516-312-2167 or visit one of the web sites listed below.

WI Hook and Ladder Company plans annual

Sportsman’s Dinner on Feb. 8

The Hook and Ladder Company of the West Islip Fire Department will be holding its annual Sportsman’s Dinner on Feb. 8. The event will take place at the Fire Department, 309 Union Blvd., West Islip, 6 p.m. to midnight and is open to the public. Proceeds from the dinner will go to the Hook and Ladder Rescue Company.

Tickets are $60 per person. This year

there will be a raffle for $1,500 in cash and $500 in scratch-offs to the lucky winners.

“You don’t have to be a member of the fire department to attend this event,” said Hook and Ladder Chief Rick Marone. “Everyone in the community—men and women —is welcome.” For tickets and more information, call (631) 661-6440, ext. 117.

Correction:

A story that ran in the Beacon Jan. 23 (“Babylon Village raises Gazebo fees”) noted that the Conklin House Babylon Village would be reopening for tours, but incorrectly stated the days those tours would be held, which are the third Saturday of the month starting in February.

Local Worship Schedules and Services.

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

Congregation Beth Sholom

• Spiritual leader: Rabbi Abraham Axelrud, Ph.D.

• Shabbat services every weekend: Friday, 8:00 p.m. Saturday, 9:30 a.m.

• Kosher catering for all types of functions

• Spiritual leader: Rabbi Abraham Axelrud, Ph.D.

• Shabbat services every weekend: Friday, 8:00 p.m. • Saturday, 9:30 a.m.

• Religious school - Pre Hebrew thru Bar/Bat Mitzvah

• Senior Time Thursdays – 12:30-4:30, all welcome

• Kosher catering for all types of functions

• Rabbi’s adult education classes

• Religious school - Pre Hebrew thru Bar/Bat Mitzvah

• Active sisterhood and men’s club

• Senior Time Thursdays – 12:30-4:30, all welcome

• Rabbi’s adult education classes

• Interfaith couples welcome

• Active sisterhood and men’s club

• New members welcome

• Interfaith couples welcome

• New members welcome

441 Deer Park Ave., Babylon PO Box 64 • 631-587-5650 congregationbethshalom.com

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Suffolk County Legislator Tom Donnelly with, from left, Carol Lyden, Ann Krauthamer, Dee Ladato, Marie Doherty and Darla Raymond

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Eilbeck, Kevin Eilbeck, Marshall Price, Anthony Campbell, John

Deputy Mayor Frank Seibert, Maypr Mary

Boy Scout Troop 194 attends Babylon Village board meeting to learn about local government

By CHRISTIE LEIGH BABIRAD cbabirad@liherald.com

Boy Scout Troop 194 attended a Babylon Village Board meeting as part of a requirement for the Citizenship in the Community Merit Badge to learn about local government.

Babylon Village Chamber of Commerce President and Babylon Library Director Tom Vitale, along with Committee Chair Karen Bender, explained the scouts were also there to explore ways they could help address local issues.

The scouts were introduced to the board members. Then they each took turns at the podium to ask questions and discuss how they could become more involved in the community.

Mayor Mary Adams informed the scouts of several opportunities for engagement, including the village’s “Driving Safe” program, which she is organizing with Trustee Sean Goodwin, and the Babylon Village Volunteer Corps. The corps assists village seniors with tasks such as shoveling snow and raking leaves.

“The Volunteer Corps helps seniors who need assistance around their homes,” Adams said, thanking the scouts for their interest and participation.

The scouts also raised concerns with the board about issues such as traffic, flooding, and security, including recent bike thefts at local schools.

“It’s great to see the kids get involved with the community and learn about the government process,” said Assistant Scoutmaster Gerard McCreight.

Bottom Row L-R: Troop 194 Assistant Scoutmaster Jacqueline Ging, Darren Gee, Kieran McCreight, Grayden Melnick, Luca Lewandoski, Anthony Tillinghast,

Bender, James Margolis. Middle Row L-R: Assistant Scoutmaster Gerard McCreight, Thomas McCreight, Thomas “TJ” Whalen, Stephen

“JT” Ging, Committee Chair Karen Bender. Back row L-R: Village trustee Sean Goodwin,

Adams, , Trustee Dominic Bencivenga.

Tom Vitale, president of the Babylon Chamber of Commerce and director of the Public Library, speaks about upcoming events in the Village

Bill would allow schools to opt-out of NY’s zero-emissions bus mandate

buses cost two to four times more than traditional buses. One analysis estimated that it could cost between $8 billion and $15.25 billion for school districts to transition their fleets from gas-powered to electric buses.

Brown also noted that the costs of infrastructure and facility upgrades were not included in these estimates.

“School district superintendents, board members, and educators recognize the environmental benefits of reducing vehicle emissions, but they also understand the financial and logistical challenges this transition poses,” Brown said. “School districts work with tight budgets, and the unpredictability of costs—along with issues like electrical capacity, infrastructure, and energy efficiency— varies widely by district.”

Brown emphasized that New York’s school districts are diverse, both geographically and socioeconomically. “We need to address the concerns of districts statewide and either reconsider this mandate or give schools the option to opt out,” he said.

Meanwhile local school superintendents expressed support of the measure, citing the diverse financial landscapes of schools across New

York and the need to provide adequate funding or flexibility to ensure that the transition to electric buses does not compromise the quality of education to students.

“As a district with its own transportation fleet, we have significant concerns about the financial impact of transitioning to zero-emission buses, including the high cost of electric vehicles and necessary charging infrastructure,” said Dr. Yiendhy Farrelly, West Babylon’s superintendent. “We welcome any opportunity to discuss potential delays or an opt-out option to ensure a fiscally responsible approach while maintaining safe and reliable student transportation.”

Dr. Gina Talbert, Amityville Superintendent of Schools, noted that the school district outsources its transportation services to a local contractor.

“Local bus companies are already experiencing significant financial pressures due to rising costs in personnel and maintenance required to operate existing bus services,” she said. The transition to electric buses, while environmentally beneficial, is anticipated to further escalate these expenses, posing a substantial challenge to our already stretched bud -

get.”

In a statement from the Deer Park School District, officials said they also supported putting the EV mandate on pause. The Deer Park school maintains its own bus fleet and expressed strong concerns about the financial and practical impact such a mandate would carry.

Through feasibility studies, we have found that 20% of our current bus runs cannot be handled by an electric bus, said James Cummings, superintendent of Deer Park

schools. “Our district would need to fund a capital project to expand our bus yard, whereby reducing field space currently used by the community to safely accommodate new buses. This, when coupled with the fact that electric buses are 3-4 times more expensive than gas ones, elicits great concern for the monetary impact such a mandate would carry on our budget, even with the limited number of grants that may be available.”

Meet some of our scholars...

The following students were recently recognized for academic achievements and graduation at their respective colleges:

• Matthew Wagner of Lindenhurst, attending York College of Pennsylvania, was recently named to the Dean’s List. Wagner is a freshman Prov. Graphic Design major.

• Stephanie Perles of Linden -

hurst, attending Lasell University, was recently named to the fall 2024 Dean’s List.

• Frank Dibernardo of West Islip, attending the New York Institute of Technology, interned at Michael Dunn Architect.

• Giulianna Montanino of Deer Park, attending the New York Instutute of Technology, interned at SightMD in the role of Ophthalmic Tech.

CRIME WATCH

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PEDESTRIAN HURT IN CAR CRASH

A pedestrian was seriously injured in a motor vehicle crash in Bay Shore on Jan. 24, at approximately 9:42 p.m. Police said Christopher Davidson, 45, of West Islip, was driving a 2005 Chrysler Town & Country minivan westbound on the Sunrise Highway service road when he struck a male pedestrian near the Fifth Avenue bridge. The pedestrian was taken by ambulance to South Shore University Hospital in Bay Shore with serious injuries. The pedestrian’s identity has not been released. Davidson was not injured, and his vehicle was impounded for a safety check. The Third Squad is investigating. Anyone with information is asked to contact 631-854-8352.

WOMAN ARRESTED AFTER RESISTING

Home Depot on Sunrise Highway. Petit Larceny

Babylon — A delivery driver reported that his phone was stolen from his vehicle while parked at 27 Deer Park Ave. on Jan. 22 at 1 p.m.

Amityville — A checkbook and credit cards were stolen from a 2018 Infiniti parked in a driveway on Francine Avenue on Jan. 28 at 8:30 p.m.

West Babylon — A tire was stolen from a 2018 Honda parked on Locust Avenue on Jan. 22 at 8:30 p.m.

Criminal Mischief

Amityville — The rear door of a 2003 Ford was keyed while parked at 3547 Great Neck Rd. on Jan. 22.

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Amityville — Natasha Jones, 29, of 110 Nathalie Ave., North Amityville, was arrested on Jan. 23 after resisting arrest. Police said Jones struggled with officers as they attempted to arrest her for possession of a glass pipe containing cocaine. She was charged with criminal possession of a controlled substance and resisting arrest.

Robbery

West Babylon — Suffolk County Police are investigating a robbery that occurred at a 7-Eleven located at 140 Little East Neck Road on Jan. 20 at around 11 p.m. An employee reported that a man displayed a firearm and stole items from the store. The investigation is ongoing.

Arson

East Farmingdale — A 2004 Mitsubishi box truck was intentionally set on fire at 44 Allen Blvd. on Jan. 19 at about 4:15 p.m. The case is under investigation.

Burglary

West Islip — Police reported a burglary on Jan. 23 at 8:30 a.m. at a home on West 4th St., where an unknown person broke a window and stole various pieces of jewelry. The value of the stolen items was not disclosed.

Copiague — Kani Bilgen, 33, of 156 Rogers Ct., West Babylon, was arrested on Jan. 17 and charged with burglary in the third degree after breaking into a

Driving while intoxicated/impaired: John Carroll, 65 of 24 Continental Dr., Centereach; Gary Roth, 36, of 20 Juniper Pl., Copiague; Diego Rivas Aquino, 25, of 61 Bushwick Ave., Brentwood; Jhony Cruz, 35, of 135 Leaf Ave., Central Islip.

Petit Larceny: Lawrence Herrera, 49, of 37, 18 Ave., Bay Shore; Mark Burgess, 34 of 1484 Montauk Hwy., North Bellport; Julie Delmar, 51 of 167 Block Blvd., Massapequa Park; Danielas Cubillangomez, 23, of 3804 77 St., Long Island City; Kengi Roberts, 50, of 82 Irving Ave., Wyandanch; Dorothy Shambuger, 51, of 540 Staton Ave., Baldwin; Eduardo Calderon Flores, 28, of 1640 Ferndale Blvd., Central Islip; Brian Garcia, 21 of 1720 E. 3rd Ave., Bay Shore; Diamond Griffin, 28, of 755 Smithtown Bypass, Smithtown. Robbery: Derek Wichert, 19, of 8 View Ct., Islip Terrace.

Burglary: Yvette Williams, 44, of 166 Essex St., West Babylon; Kani Bilgen 33 of 156 Rogers Ct., West Babylon.

Criminal Sale of a Controlled Substance: Wilmer Avelar, 21, 71 Lexington Ave., Central Islip; Ervin Jordan, 41 of 34 Parkway Blvd., Wyandanch; Pedro Rodriguez, 39, of 245 Lake Dr., Amityville; Roland White, 90 Ridge Rd., Wyandanch.

Criminal Possession of a Weapon (firearm): Travis Castro, of 331 Beachview St., Copiague.

Criminal Possession of Stolen Prop-

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.

The First Presbyterian Church Food Pantry is in need of items this season. The church is requesting those interested in donating to stop by with any of the following: pancake mix, oatmeal, boxed macaroni and cheese, spaghetti sauce, canned chicken, frozen beef patties, boxed potato, rice, canned soup and

peanut butter.

Donations can be dropped by the church house Monday through Friday from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m.

The First Presbyterian Church is located at 79 East Main St., Babylon. For more information, call (631) 5875838.

STEPPING OUT

SCORE BIG

on Super Sunday

Go for the ‘tasty ‘win’

By Karen Bloom

It’s the biggest sports day of the year. The big game — on Feb. 9 — is great opportunity for casual winter entertaining.

Thrilling plays, must-see commercials and your pals are all quintessential elements of the perfect game-day get-together. Of course that game on the big screen is the main focus, but plenty of action takes place around the table — keeping everyone well fed is a sport in itself.

While crowd-pleasing Buffalo flavor-inspired foods and football always seem to go together, think beyond those traditional flavors for a new twist on your Super Bowl cuisine.

Baked Spinach and Chicken Dip

A tasty dip is always a winner. Try this flavorful, creamy variation — in addition to the guacamole.

• 1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese, cubed

• 1 cup ranch dressing

• 1 package (10 ounces) frozen, chopped spinach, thawed and squeezed dry

• 1/2 cup Parmesan cheese, grated

• 1/2 cup cooked chicken, chopped Heat oven to 375 F.

In microwave-safe medium bowl, add cream cheese and dressing. Microwave on high 30 seconds, or until cream cheese is soft. Stir to combine. Add spinach and Parmesan cheese. Mix well. Add chicken and stir to combine.

Transfer mixture to baking dish that holds at least 6 cups. Bake 20 minutes, or until bubbly and golden brown. The internal temperature should be 165 F.

Serve with crackers, bread or veggie sticks.

Note: If you like it spicy, substitute a chipotle ranch

dressing and add diced pickled jalapenos. To make ahead, prepare unbaked dip up to 3 days ahead; store covered and refrigerated. Bake prior to serving.

Pull-Apart Garlic Bread Pizza

Instead of the pizza delivery, get creative with “garlic bread” version.

• 2 (8 ounce) packages cream cheese, softened

• 1 cup ricotta

• 1/3 cup plus 2 tablespoons freshly grated Parmesan, divided

• 1 tablespoon Italian seasoning

• 1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes

• Kosher salt

• 3/4 cup pizza sauce

• 1 cup mini pepperoni

• 2 (16 ounce) cans refrigerated biscuits (such as Pillsbury Grands)

• 1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil

• 3 cloves garlic, minced

• 1 tablespoon freshly chopped parsley

Preheat oven to 350° F. In a large bowl, mix together 2 cups mozzarella, cream cheese, ricotta, cup Parmesan, Italian seasoning, and red pepper flakes. Season with salt. Transfer mixture to a 9”-x13” baking dish then spread pizza sauce on top. Top with remaining 1 cup mozzarella and pepperoni.

Halve biscuits and roll into balls, then place on top of dip.

In a small bowl, whisk together oil, garlic, and parsley. Brush on biscuits and sprinkle with remaining 2 tablespoons Parmesan.

Bake until biscuits are golden and cheese is melty, about 45 minutes, then cover with aluminum foil and bake until biscuits are cooked

Sheng Wang

through, another 15 to 20 minutes. Let cool 10 minutes before serving.

Step up your chili with a barbecue twist.

• 1 tablespoon olive oil

• 1 yellow onion, chopped

• 3 carrots, chopped

• 1 red bell pepper, chopped

• 1/2 tablespoon chili powder

• 1/2 tablespoon cumin

• 1/2 tablespoon dried oregano

• 26-28 ounces crushed or chopped tomatoes

• 2 cups vegetable broth

• 1 1/2 cups fresh or frozen corn kernels

• 1 (15 oz.) can pinto beans, drained and rinsed

• 1 (15 oz.) can black beans, drained and rinsed

• 1 (15 oz.) can kidney beans, drained and rinsed

• 1/4 cup barbecue sauce

• Salt and pepper to taste

Chili fixin’s: shredded Mexican cheese, avocado, jalapeno, sour cream, cilantro, green onions, fresh tomato, corn chips, and salsa are all great additions.

Over medium heat, saute onion and carrots in olive oil until softened, about 5 minutes. Add the bell pepper and spices and saute another minute. Add the tomatoes and vegetable broth and simmer over low heat until thickened, about 20 minutes.

Stir in the corn, beans, and barbecie sauce and season to taste with salt and pepper. Add more chili powder and cumin to spice up if necessary.

Simmer another 5 minutes or until ready to eat.

Serve with your favorite chili add-ons.

With his signature laid-back style, as showcased in his Netflix special “Sweet & Juicy” produced and directed by Ali Wong, comedianactor-writer Sheng Wang brings his hilarious standup to the Paramount stage. Wang is now truly coming into his own. Two decades of performing has taken him from doing stand-up for touristy audiences in New York to a successful Netflix special, “Sweet and Juicy,” produced and directed by Ali Wong. He mines comedy from the mundane, everyday parts of life — from the meditative ritual that is shopping at Costco to how to get maximum value from health insurance. Because he’s from Texas, Wang also speaks with a slight Southern drawl, giving a relaxed quality to his delivery. Among his other credits, Wang was a featured standup on HBO’s “2 Dope Queens” special and wrote for ABC’s “Fresh Off the Boat.” Wang now resides in L.A. and in his time explores botanical gardens and new ways to snack.

Saturday, Feb. 8, 7 p.m. $69.50, $59.50, $49.50, $39.50. The Paramount, 370 New York Ave., Huntington. Tickets available at ticketmaster.com or paramountny. com.

Boyz II Men

R&B superstars Boyz II Men are always in the groove. They arrive at Tilles Center with their soulful multi-octave sound and incredible vocals, just in time for Valentine’s Day. Given the monumental success of their albums and the timeless quality of their vocals, it’s easy to see why they remain one of the most popular R&B groups of all time. Boyz II Men redefined popular R&B and continue to create timeless hits that appeal to fans across generations. Their four Grammys are just the tip of the iceberg. The trio holds the distinction of being the best-selling R&B group, with an astounding 64 million albums sold. And the reason is abundantly clear. For the past three-plus decades, Boyz II Men have given fans a rich catalog of hits filled with smooth harmonies and enduring themes. And for Boyz II Men, the hits just keep on coming.

Tuesday, Feb. 11, 8 p.m. Tickets start at $35. LIU Post campus, 720 Northern Boulevard, Brookville. Tickets available at tillescenter.org or (516) 299-3100.

Barbecue Three Bean Chili

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Friends of the Brothers

Friends of the Brothers returns to the Landmark stage with their dynamic tribute to the Allman Brothers, Saturday, Feb. 15, 8 p.m. Their powerful celebration of the Allman Brothers, featuring musicians closely associated with the original band, continues the brotherhood with passion, committed to the ideals of every night being special and unique. Guitarist/singer Junior Mack has fronted Jaimoe’s Jasssz Band for 12 years and starred in the acclaimed Broadway show “Lackawanna Blues.” Guitarist Andy Aledort played with Dickey Betts for 12 years, has recorded with Double Trouble and Band of Gypsys and toured with Experience Hendrix. Singer/guitarist Alan Paul is the author of “One Way Out,” the definitive, best-selling Allman Brothers Band biography based on 25 years of reporting on and interviewing the band. Their first-hand experience with the Allman Brothers Band and their deep knowledge of the repertoire and the music’s roots and heritage allows them to play with an unrivaled depth.

Art League of Long Island’s 68th Annual Members’ Exhibition

Valentine’s Day Concert

Friends’ perform songs from every stage of Allman Brothers career, backed by a band of inspirational, veteran players, including drummers Dave Diamond (Zen Tricksters, Bob Weir, Robert Randolph) and Lee Finkelstein (Tower of Power, Blues Brothers), bassist Craig Privett (Half Step) and keyboardist Mike Katzman (Leslie Mendelsohn, The Electrix). Rock on! $38, $33. Landmark on Main Street, 232 Main St., Port Washington. (516) 767-6444 or landmarkonmainstreet.org.

Art League of Long Island presents its 68th Annual Members’ Exhibition, a showcase of the remarkable talents within its vibrant community of artists. The exhibit, hosted in the Jeanie Tengelsen Gallery, features an array of works from painting and ceramics to jewelry and fiber arts. This annual event is a cherished tradition that highlights the diversity and creativity of ALLI’s over 400 memberships. From emerging artists embarking on their creative journey to seasoned professionals, each participant demonstrates the profound artistic spirit that fuels the Art League of Long Island’s mission. It is an opportunity for everyone to celebrate creativity across mediums and generations. Due to the high volume of submissions, the exhibition is split into two parts, with Part I showcasing artists with last names M-Z and Part II with last names A-L. This format alternates each year, ensuring equal opportunities for members to shine. Part II runs through Feb. 28. For more information about the exhibition, upcoming events, or how to support the Art League of Long Island, visit .artleagueli.org or call (631) 462-5400. Art League of Long Island, Dix Hills.

Celebrate love with music at a special Valentine’s Day Concert, Saturday, Feb. 8, 3 p.m., at Grace United Methodist Church. Soprano Kathryn Wilson performs; a free-will offering will be taken.515 S. Wellwood Ave., Lindenhurst. For more information, call (631) 2268690.

Teen Winter Reading Club

The Teens Winter Reading Club at Babylon Public Library extends until Sunday, March 2. Students are encouraged to join the library’s winter reading club. Fill out a review for each book you read and submit it at the Reference Desk for a raffle ticket for the prize of your choosing. For more information, call (631) 669-1624. 24 South Carll Ave., Babylon.

Bedazzle your book

Bedazzle your favorite hardcover book with rhinestones at West Islip Public Library, Thursday, Feb. 6, 7-8 p.m. Also discuss with fellow readers your 2025 reading list. With music and plenty of craft supplies to choose from. To register and for more information, call (631) 6617080. 3 Higbie Lane, West Islip.

Chambers workshop focuses on marketing

Local businesses, hosted by Richner Communications, learn to reach customers in new ways

By JOSEPH D’ALESSANDRO jdalessandro@liherald.com

Nassau County small businesses gathered to learn about cutting-edge digital marketing strategies from Richner Communications’ Lori Berger at the Hilton Garden Inn, in Roslyn, on Jan. 21.

The Nassau Council of Chambers of Commerce organized a series of workshops to help local businesses thrive in 2025, sharing information about computer systems, financial planning and communications and marketing. Berger was a presenter for two marketing classes: one in Malverne, on Jan. 14, and the class a week later in Roslyn.

“I’m so passionate about helping people and small businesses with marketing,” Berger said. “We’re a community newspaper company. That’s what we do.”

Her presentation walked attendees through four core aspects of marketing: offline, social media, E-commerce and websites.

The marketing presentation was for businesses in Zone 1, north of Route 25, and it was attended by about 50 small business leaders from throughout the zone. The workshop was made possible by a Nassau County Technical Services grant, which is designed to help the local economy by offering guidance to small businesses free of charge.

Ira Reiter is a co-owner of the Barking Biscuit with his wife, Hillary, and president of the Merrick Chamber of Commerce. Their business took off five years ago, around the beginning of the coronavirus pandemic. Social media proved to be a vital tool that helped their to succeed.

Richner Communications offered complimentary one-on-one meetings for all attending businesses to review their search engine optimization and social

media presence — a service Reiter intends to follow up on.

“We are looking forward to it — were just hoping that we can absorb everything,” Reiter said. “So much, and so much fantastic information that came out of last night, and it will help us with our online presence.”

The workshop encouraged Reiter to use Geo-Fencing, a technique to target advertisements to potential customers in a specific area.

Janna Rodriguez, founder of the Innovative Daycare Corp., in Freeport, has been helping children learn and grow for 12 years. “We’ve created a strong support system between the families, the community, the educators and the other organizations that we partner with,” she said.

The NCCC provides a service that makes entrepreneurship much more accessible in Nassau County, Rodriguez said. “The reason that I was interested in marketing is because small businesses, such as myself, find it very difficult to be able to hire a marketing consultant, especially when you’re first starting up,” she said.

In the workshop she discovered that her business comes up on the front page of search engines, and she was advised her to plan more content for Facebook and Instagram.

This was the first time the NCCC has offered classes at no cost, according to Russel Green, a board member of the council and president of the Syosset and Woodbury Chambers of Commerce.

A Chamber “allows other businesses and individuals in the community to know who you are and when you’re starting,” Green said. “We’ll support you, hopefully, for many, many years.”

To learn more about the NCCC and future events, visit ncchambers.org.

Joseph D’Alessandro/Herald

About 50 small businesses owners gathered at Roslyn’s Hilton Garden Inn on Jan. 21 to learn about digital marketing with Lori Berger, of Richner Communications.

SUPREME COURT OF THE STATE OF NEW YORK

COUNTY OF SUFFOLK

DEUTSCHE BANK NATIONAL TRUST COMPANY, AS TRUSTEE FOR MORGAN STANLEY ABS CAPITAL I INC. TRUST

2007-HE3 MORTGAGE

PASS-THROUGH CERTIFICATES, SERIES 2007-HE3, -againstSONIA JACKSON, 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 August 5, 2024, wherein DEUTSCHE BANK NATIONAL TRUST COMPANY, AS TRUSTEE FOR MORGAN STANLEY ABS CAPITAL I INC. TRUST 2007-HE3 MORTGAGE PASS-THROUGH CERTIFICATES, SERIES 2007-HE3 is the Plaintiff and SONIA JACKSON, 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 February 18, 2025 at 10:00AM, premises known as 320 COMMACK ROAD, DEER PARK, NY 11729; and the following tax map identification: 0100-091.0001.00-061.002.

ALL THAT CERTAIN PLOT, PIECE OR PARCEL OF LAND SITUATE, LYING AND BEING IN THE HAMLET OF DEER PARK, TOWN OF BABYLON, COUNTY OF SUFFOLK AND STATE OF NEW YORK Premises will be sold subject to provisions of filed Judgment Index No.: 611567/2021. Peter Kramer, 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.

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Public Notices — Your right to know

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 February 18, 2025 at 3:00PM, premises known as 10 HAYES ROAD, AMITY HARBOR, NY 11701; and the following tax map identification: 0100-182.0001.00-125.000. 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 SA LE SUBJECT TO CHANGE DAY OF IN ACCORDANCE WITH COURT/ CLERK DIRECTIVES. 25-30 1/16, 23, 30, 2/6

REFEREE'S NOTICE OF SALE IN FORECLOSURE

SUPREME COURTCOUNTY OF SUFFOLK

SELENE FINANCE LP, Plaintiff - against - JONATHAN DOERING, et al Defendant(s).

Pursuant to a Judgment of

Foreclosure and Sale entered on October 13, 2022. 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 February, 2025 at 1:30 PM. 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 1 Deer Lake Drive, North Babylon, NY 11703.

(Section: 150.00, Block: 01.00, Lot: 035.001)

Approximate amount of lien $533,112.56 plus interest and costs.

Premises will be sold subject to provisions of filed judgment and terms of sale.

Index No. 603302/2018. Arthur J. Burdette, Esq., Referee.

Stein, Wiener & Roth LLP

Attorney(s) for Plaintiff 1400 Old Country Road, Suite 315 Westbury, NY Tel. 516/742-1212

Dated: December 1, 2024

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. 25-28. 1/16, 23 30, 2/6

NOTICE OF SALE

SUPREME COURT OF THE STATE OF NEW YORK COUNTY OF SUFFOLK. WISDOM VENTURES, LLC, Plaintiff, v. SUPERIOR DEVELOPMENT GROUP, INC., et al., Defendants. Index No. 607761/2021

Pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale granted herein on December 12, 2024, I the undersigned, the Referee in said Judgment named, will sell at public auction at the Babylon Town Hall, 200 E. Sunrise Highway, Lindenhurst, NY 11757,

County of SUFFOLK, State of New York on February 20, 2025 at 2:00 pm of that day, the premises directed by said Judgment to be sold and therein described as follows: Said premises being known as and by street address 92 Glenmalure Street, Amityville, NY 11701

District 0100 Section 172.00 Block 03.00 Lot 031.000

Said premises are sold subject to the terms and conditions of the filed Judgment and the Terms of Sale. Approximate amount of Judgment $362,600.00.

Dated: Garden City, New York

January 3, 2025

THOMAS G. TERESKY, ESQ., Referee

Adam E. Mikolay, P.C. Attorney for Plaintiff 400 Garden City Plaza Suite 405 Garden City, New York 11530 (516) 222-2050 25-29. 1/16, 23, 30 2/6

NOTICE OF SALE

SUPREME COURT COUNTY OF Suffolk, U.S. Bank Trust National Association, not in its Individual Capacity but Solely as Owner Trustee for RCF 2 Acquisition Trust, Plaintiff, vs. Calvin S. Smith Sr, ET AL., Defendant(s).

Pursuant to an Order Confirming Referee’s Report and Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale duly entered on May 24, 2024, I, the undersigned Referee will sell at public auction at the Babylon Town Hall, 200 East Sunrise Highway, North Lindenhurst, NY 11757 on February 24, 2025 at 2:00 p.m., premises known as 102 43rd Street, Copiague, NY 11726. 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 202.00, Block 02.00 and Lot 062.000. Approximate amount of judgment is $386,214.80 plus interest and costs. Premises will be sold subject to provisions of filed Judgment Index #207634/2022. Cash will not be accepted.

Robert J. Cava, Esq., Referee Knuckles & Manfro, LLP, 120 White Plains Road, Suite 215, Tarrytown, New York 10591, Attorneys for Plaintiff 25-36. 1/23, 30, 2/6, 13

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that, pursuant to Section 126-d of the Village Law of the State of New York and resolution of the Board of Trustees of the Village of Babylon, New York, duly adopted on the 14th day of January, 2025:

The Treasurer of the Village of Babylon will sell at public auction to be held at the Municipal Building, 153 West Main Street, Babylon, New York on the on the 22nd day of February, 2025, at 10:00 A.M., tax liens for the property situated in the Village of Babylon to discharge the tax, fees, interest, and charges which may be due thereon at the time of said sale. The purchaser(s) at such tax sale shall pay the amount of their respective bids to the Village Treasurer within ten (10) days after the sale, and upon such payment, the Treasurer shall give to such purchaser(s) a certificate, in writing, describing the real estate purchased and sum paid therefore. (Please note, payment of the taxes due entitles the purchaser to a lien being placed on the property, not immediate acquisition of said real estate.)

BY ORDER OF THE BOARD OF TRUSTEES ANDREW REICHEL, VILLAGE TREASURER

DATED: January 15, 2025 Babylon, New York 11702

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NOTICE OF SALE SUPREME COURT SUFFOLK COUNTY

DEUTSCHE BANK TRUST COMPANY AMERICAS AS TRUSTEE RALI 2006-QS12, Plaintiff against TAREQ MOLLAH A/K/A TAREQ M. MOLLAH, et al

Defendant(s)

Francesco Paolo Tini, Esq., Referee File # SPSNY760 25-54. 1/30, 2/6, 13, 20

NOTICE OF SALE

SUPREME COURT COUNTY OF Suffolk, Mill City Mortgage Loan Trust 2018-4, Wilmington Savings Fund Society, FSB, as Trustee, Plaintiff, vs. Christopher Ferrell as Co-Administrator and Heir and Distributee of the Estate of Joan E. Franks a/k/a Joan E. Ferrell a/k/a Joan E. Ferrell Franks a/k/a Joan Ferrellfranks, ET AL., Defendant(s).

Pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale duly entered on November 21, 2024, I, the undersigned Referee will sell at public auction at the Babylon Town Hall, 200 East Sunrise Highway, North Lindenhurst, NY 11757 on February 26, 2025 at 1:00 p.m., premises known as 36 Jefferson Avenue, 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 Town of Babylon, County of Suffolk and State of New York, District 0100, Section 164.00, Block 04.00 and Lot 007.001. Approximate amount of judgment is $367,045.93 plus interest and costs. Premises will be sold subject to provisions of filed Judgment Index #607333/2023.

Brooke J. Breen, Esq., Referee Friedman Vartolo LLP, 85 Broad Street, Suite 501, New York, New York 10004, Attorneys for Plaintiff. Firm File No. 222393-1 25-37. 1/23, 30, 2/6, 13

Attorney for Plaintiff(s) Fein Such & Crane, LLP, 28 East Main Street, Suite 1800, Rochester, NY 14614. Pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered September 6, 2024, I will sell at public auction to the highest bidder at Babylon Townhall, 200 East Sunrise Highway, Lindenhurst, NY 11757 on March 3, 2025 at 1:15 PM. Premises known as 130 Claremont Avenue, West Babylon, NY 11704. District 0100 Sec 141.00 Block 02.00 Lot 057.000 and 058.003. 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 $1,016,322.20 plus interest, fees, and costs. Premises will be sold subject to provisions of filed Judgment Index No 203752/2022. 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.

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NOTICE OF SALE IN FORECLOSURE

STATE OF NEW YORK

SUPREME COURT: COUNTY OF SUFFOLK

WELLS FARGO BANK, N.A., Plaintiff, v.

DANIEL ECHEVERRIA, ET AL, Defendants. PLEASE TAKE NOTICE THAT

In pursuance of a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the Office of the County Clerk of Suffolk County on March 5, 2024, I, Chad A. Lupinacci, Esq., the Referee named in said Judgment, will sell in one parcel at public auction on March 5, 2025 at the Babylon Town Hall, 200 East Sunrise Highway, North Lindenhurst, NY 11757, at 10:30 AM the premises described as follows:

6 Cedar Street Wyandanch, NY 11798

SBL No.: 0100-083.00-01.00159.001

ALL THAT TRACT OR PARCEL OF LAND situate in the Town of Babylon, County of Suffolk, State of New York. The premises are sold subject to the provisions of the filed judgment, Index No. 024370/2013 in the amount of $414,088.54 plus interest and costs. The aforementioned auction will be conducted in accordance with the Court System's COVID-19 mitigation protocols and as such all persons must comply with social distancing, wearing masks and screening practices in effect at the time of this foreclosure sale.

Woods Oviatt Gilman LLP Attorneys for Plaintiff 500 Bausch & Lomb Place Rochester, NY 14604 Tel.: 855-227-5072 25-55. 1/30, 2/6, 13, 20

SUPREME COURT OF THE STATE OF NEW YORK COUNTY OF SUFFOLK BETHPAGE FEDERAL CREDIT UNION, -against-

JAMES L. BOTTARO A/K/A JAMES BOTTARO, 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

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Suffolk on February 1, 2024, wherein BETHPAGE FEDERAL CREDIT UNION is the Plaintiff and JAMES L. BOTTARO A/K/A JAMES BOTTARO, 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 4, 2025 at 9:00AM, premises known as 183 WEST 21ST STREET, DEER PARK, NY 11729; and the following tax map identification: 0100-084.0002.00-100.000 and 131.000. ALL THAT CERTAIN PLOT, PIECE OR PARCEL OF LAND WITH THE BUILDINGS AND IMPROVEMENTS THEREON ERECTED, SITUATE, LYING AND BEING IN THE TO DEER PARK, 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.: 200254/2022. Leonard B. Symons, 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.

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SUPREME COURT OF THE STATE OF NEW YORK COUNTY OF SUFFOL DEUTSCHE BANK NATIONAL TRUST COMPANY AS TRUSTEE FOR INDYMAC INDX MORTGAGE LOAN TRUST 2006-FLX1, MORTGAGE PASS-THROUGH CERTIFICATES SERIES 2006-FLX1, -againstPUBLIC ADMINISTRATOR OF SUFFOLK COUNTY, AS ADMINISTRATOR OF THE ESTATE OF HOWARD R. TAYLOR, 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 August 3,

2023, wherein DEUTSCHE BANK NATIONAL TRUST COMPANY AS TRUSTEE FOR INDYMAC INDX MORTGAGE LOAN TRUST 2006-FLX1, MORTGAGE PASS-THROUGH CERTIFICATES SERIES 2006FLX1 is the Plaintiff and PUBLIC ADMINISTRATOR OF SUFFOLK COUNTY, AS ADMINISTRATOR OF THE ESTATE OF HOWARD R. TAYLOR, 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 February 27, 2025 at 1:30PM, premises known as 7 ASH PLACE, WYANDANCH, NY 11798; and the following tax map identification: 0100-055.0003.00-052.003 and 052.004. 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.: 619055/2018. Robert A. Macedonio, 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.

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Notice of formation of Vaccaro property management LLC, LLC Articles of Organization filed with the Secretary of State of New York SSNY on 12/02/2024 . Office located in Suffolk County. SSNY has been designated for service of process. SSNY shall mail copy of any process served against the LLC 11 west 21 street deer park ny 11729. Purpose: any lawful purpose. 25-24. 1/9,16,23,30, 2/6, 13

PUBLIC HEARING

PUBLIC HEARING:

The West Babylon Union Free School District will hold a public hearing on Monday, February 10, 2025 pursuant to NYS Education Law 402-a for the purpose of discussing the proposed consolidation of five elementary schools into four elementary schools together with the closing/repurposing of the Forest Avenue Elementary School as recommended in the Districts Long Range Planning Committee report which is available on the Districts website.

The hearing will be held in the PAC Auditorium at the West Babylon Senior High School, located at 500 Great East Neck Road, West Babylon, at 5:00 p.m. Dr. Yiendhy Farrelly, the Superintendent of Schools, will be conducting the hearing.

This Public Hearing will be streamed live, for viewing purposes only, via the West Babylon School District YouTube channel. Access is available through the district website at www.wbschools. org.

Jailin M. Parada, District Clerk West Babylon School District

631-376-7008

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AVISO DE AUDIENCIA PÚBLICA

AUDIENCIA PÚBLICA: El Distrito Escolar Libre de West Babylon tendrá una audiencia pública el lunes, 10 de febrero de 2025 de acuerdo con la Ley de Educación del Estado de Nueva York 402-a con el propósito de discutir la propuesta de consolidación de cinco escuelas primarias en cuatro escuelas primarias, junto con el cierre / reutilización de la Escuela Primaria Forest Avenue como se lo recomendado en el informe del Comité de Planificación a Largo Plazo del Distrito que está disponible en el sitio web del Distrito.

La audiencia se llevará a cabo en el Auditorio PAC en el West Babylon Senior High School, ubicado en 500 Great East Neck Road, West Babylon, a las 5:00 p.m. Dr. Yiendhy Farrelly, el Superintendente de Escuelas, se llevará a cabo la audiencia.

Esta audiencia pública será transmitida en vivo,

únicamente para su visualización, a través del canal de YouTube del Distrito Escolar de West Babylon. El acceso está disponible a través de la página web del distrito en www.wbschools.org.

Jailin Parada, Secretaria del Distrito West Babylon School District

631-376-7008

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NOTICE OF SALE

SUPREME COURT OF THE STATE OF NEW YORK COUNTY OF SUFFOLK. WISDOM EQUITIES LLC, Plaintiff, v. NEW YORK PREMIER INC., et al., Defendants. Index No. 607934/2023

Pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale granted herein on February 16, 2024, I the undersigned, the Referee in said Judgment named, will sell at public auction at the Babylon Town Hall, 200 East Sunrise Highway, Lindenhurst, NY 11757, County of SUFFOLK, State of New York on March 4, 2025 at 2:00 pm of that day, the premises directed by said Judgment to be sold and therein described as follows:

Said premises being known as and by street address 177 Baylawn Avenue, Copiague, NY 11726 District 0100 Section 191.00 Block 01.00 Lot 003.000

Said premises are sold subject to the terms and conditions of the filed Judgment and the Terms of Sale. Approximate amount of Judgment $332,320.00. Dated: Garden City, New York

January 23, 2025

SCOTT SILLER, ESQ, Referee

Adam E. Mikolay, P.C.

Attorney for Plaintiff

400 Garden City Plaza Suite 405

Garden City, New York 11530

516 -222-2050

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PRESENT: HON. VINCENT J. MESSINA, JR., Surrogate X File no.: 20242094/A PROBATE PROCEEDING, WILL OF EVERETT R. MACKE aka ORDER FOR SERVICE OF

EVERETTE RICHARD MACKE PROCESS BY PUBLICATION Deceased. X It appearing from the application of GEORGE THOMAS WASZKIEWICZ, petitioner, dated January 18, 2025, and filed herein, that the person or persons hereinafter named are parties to be cited in this proceeding on whom service of citation by Court order is requested, for the reason or reasons set forth herein, it is hereby ORDERED, that pursuant to SCPA 307-3, service of the citation herein dated January 28, 2025and returnable March 25, 2025, be made upon the following persons, namely-.

“John Doe and Jane Doe,” if living, being the grandparents of decedent and if dead having predeceased decedent, his issue, if any; or if dead having survived decedent, his distributees, heirs at law, next of kin, executors, administrators, successors and assigns and any other persons who might have an interest in the estate of Everett R. Macke aka Everett Richard Macke, deceased, as distributees or otherwise all of whose names, whereabouts and addresses are unknown and cannot be ascertained with due diligence. by publication of said citation in one (1) newspaper published in Suffolk County; namely: Babylon Beacon at least four (4) successive weeks, the first of such publications to be at least twentyeight (28) days before the return date of said citation, and the last of such publications to be not less than one (1) day before the return date of said citation.

Dated: 1/28/25 25-74 2/6, 13, 20

Notice of Formation of Crafted by Nature Candles LLC Arts. Of Org. filed with the SSNY on 01/13/25. Office: Suffolk County. U.S. Corp. Agents Inc. designated as agent of LLC upon whom process may be served. SSNY shall mail copy of process to United States Corporation Agents, Inc. 7014 13th Ave. Suite 202 Bklyn., N.Y. 11228. Purpose: Any lawful purpose. 25-64. 2/6, 13, 20, 27, 3/6, 13

SUPREME COURT OF THE STATE OF NEW YORK COUNTY OF SUFFOLK

WELLS FARGO BANK, NATIONAL ASSOCIATION, AS TRUSTEE FOR MASTR ASSET BACKED SECURITIES TRUST 2005OPT1, MORTGAGE PASSTHROUGH CERTIFICATES, SERIES 2005-OPT1, -againstNAHEED KHAN A/K/A NAHEED CHAUDHRY, 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 April 11, 2024, wherein WELLS FARGO BANK, NATIONAL ASSOCIATION, AS TRUSTEE FOR MASTR ASSET BACKED SECURITIES TRUST 2005-OPT1, MORTGAGE PASS-THROUGH CERTIFICATES, SERIES 2005-OPT1 is the Plaintiff and NAHEED KHAN A/K/A NAHEED CHAUDHRY, 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 February 25, 2025 at 1:30PM, premises known as 15 BRIARWOOD ROAD, WHEATLEY HEIGHTS, NY 11798; and the following tax map identification: 0100009.00-02.00-015.000.

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 Premises will be sold subject to provisions of filed Judgment Index No.: 617696/2018. Arthur Burdette, 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.

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Public Notices — Your right to know

NOTICE OF SALE

SUPREME COURTCOUNTY OF SUFFOLK

WELLS FARGO BANK, NATIONAL ASSOCIATION, SUCCESSOR BY MERGER TO WELLS FARGO BANK MINNESOTA, NATIONAL ASSOCIATION, AS TRUSTEE F/K/A NORWEST BANK MINNESOTA, NATIONAL ASSOCIATION, AS TRUSTEE FOR RENAISSANCE HEL TRUST 2004-2 Plaintiff, Against LESTON DOUGLAS AS HEIR AT LAW AND NEXT OF KIN TO GRESMORE

BLACKMAN DOUGLAS A/K/A GRESMORE BLACKMAN A/K/A

GRESMORE B. DOUGLAS A/K/A G.J. BLACKMAN DOUGLAS A/K/A

G.J. BLACKMAN-DOUGLAS A/K/A GRESMORE J. BLACKMAN DOUGLAS A/K/A GRESMORE JESMA BLACKMAN-DOUGLAS; LENESHIA DOUGLAS AS HEIR AT LAW AND NEXT OF KIN TO GRESMORE BLACKMAN DOUGLAS A/K/A GRESMORE BLACKMAN A/K/A GRESMORE B. DOUGLAS A/K/A

G.J. BLACKMAN DOUGLAS A/K/A G.J. BLACKMAN-DOUGLAS A/K/A

GRESMORE J. BLACKMAN DOUGLAS A/K/A GRESMORE JESMA BLACKMAN-DOUGLAS; et al

Defendant(s)

Pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale, duly entered 12/03/2024, I, the undersigned Referee, will sell at public auction, at Babylon Town Hall, 200 East Sunrise Highway, Lindenhurst, NY 11757, on 2/26/2025 at 2:00PM, premises known as 580 Albany Avenue, Amityville, New York 11701, And Described As Follows: ALL that certain plot piece or parcel of land, with the buildings and improvements thereon erected, situate, lying and being at North Amityville, in the Town of Babylon, County of Suffolk and State of New York.

District 0100 Section 173.00 Block 02.00 Lot 005.031 The approximate amount of the current Judgment lien is $218,310.48 plus interest and costs. The Premises will be sold subject to provisions of the aforesaid Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale; Index # 619557/2023

Brook J. Breen, Esq., Referee.

MCCABE, WEISBERG & CONWAY, LLC, 10 Midland Avenue, Suite 205, Port Chester, NY 10573

Dated: 1/3/2025 File Number: 22-301172 CA 25-47. 1/23, 30, 2/6, 13

NOTICE OF SALE

SUPREME COURTCOUNTY OF SUFFOLK

WELLS FARGO BANK, NATIONAL ASSOCIATION, SUCCESSOR BY MERGER TO WELLS FARGO BANK MINNESOTA, NATIONAL ASSOCIATION, AS TRUSTEE

F/K/A NORWEST BANK MINNESOTA, NATIONAL ASSOCIATION, AS TRUSTEE FOR DELTA FUNDING HOME EQUITY LOAN TRUST 1999-3, Plaintiff, Against TARA BIRT; KYLE BIRT AKA KYLE L. BIRT; GAVIN BIRT AKA GAVIN T. BIRT; et al, Defendant(s) Pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale, duly entered 11/29/2024, I, the undersigned Referee, will sell at public auction, at the Babylon Town Hall, 200 East Sunrise Highway, Lindenhurst, NY 11757, on 2/21/2025 at 10:30AM, premises known as 30 Winter Avenue, Wheatley Heights A.K.A. Wyandanch Heights, NY 11798, And Described As Follows:

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 040.00 Block 01.00 Lot 113.000

The approximate amount of the current Judgment lien is $153,334.41 plus interest and costs. The Premises will be sold subject to provisions of the aforesaid Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale; Index # 616281/2018

Edward Heilig, Esq., Referee. MCCABE, WEISBERG & CONWAY, LLC, 10 MIDLAND AVENUE, SUITE 205, PORT CHESTER, NY 10573

Dated: 12/31/2024 File Number: 18-300921 MB 25-48. 1/23. 30, 2/6, 13

PUBLIC NOTICE

VILLAGE OF BABYLON NOTICE OF MEETING TO

HEAR COMPLAINTS

PLEASE TAKE NOTICE that as of February 1, 2025, the Tentative Assessment Roll for the Incorporated Village of Babylon, Suffolk County, New York, for the Tax year 2025, has been filed in the Office of the Village Clerk, located in the Municipal Building, 153 West Main Street, Babylon, Suffolk County, New York, where such Tentative Assessment Roll may be examined by any person at any time during business hours, namely from 9:00 AM Eastern Standard Time until 5:00 PM Eastern Standard Time. The Tentative Assessment Roll is also available on the Village of Babylon website, www.villageofbabylonny.gov.

Beginning February 1st, 2025 through to February 18th, 2025, Grievance complaint applications will be accepted in the Office of the Village Clerk, Monday through Friday between the hours of 9:00 AM EST and 5:00 PM EST. You must provide one (1) original signed application and one (1) copy. Please note the Village does not make copies.

PLEASE TAKE FURTHER

NOTICE that on the 18th day of February, 2025, the Board of Assessment Review of the Incorporated Village of Babylon, Suffolk County, New York, will meet at the Municipal Building, 153 West Main Street, Babylon, Suffolk County, New York, between the hours of 3:00 PM Eastern Standard Time and 7:00 PM Eastern Standard Time, for the purpose of hearing and determining complaints in relation to the assessments appearing on the Tentative Assessment Roll and for the purpose of completing the Final Assessment Roll for the Tax Year 2025.

If you wish to appear in person and be heard by the Board of Assessment Review on Grievance Day you may do so. You must provide the Board of Assessment Review with one (1) original signed application and one (1) copy of the Grievance application, if you have not done so prior to Grievance Day.

BY

ORDER OF THE BOARD OF TRUSTEES

JEAN MARIE

PARKER, VILLAGE CLERK

DATED:

January 30, 2025 Babylon, New York 11702 25-53 1/30, 2/6

PUBLIC NOTICE

BOARD OF APPEALS

VILLAGE OF BABYLON

PURSUANT to the provisions of Article VII of the Building Zone Ordinance of the Village of Babylon, NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the Board of Appeals of the Village of Babylon will hold a public hearing at 7:30 P.M. on Wednesday, February 19, 2025, in the Municipal Building, at 153 West Main Street, Babylon, New York to consider the following applications:

• Application of Michael Puorro, 16 Colt Babylon LLC, 25 Davidson Lane W, West Islip, NY 11795, for special permission to maintain a two-family dwelling on the premises located at 16 Colt Avenue, Babylon, NY. Property located in Retail Business District. Suffolk County Real Property Tax Map District 0102, Section 6, Block 3, Lot 77. Application made in accordance with Sections 365-20, 365-18 and 365-35.

• Application of Erica and Andrew Carey, 9 Lighthouse Road, Babylon, NY, for permission to demolish the existing boat house and construct a new pool/boat house and covered porch on the premises located at 9 Lighthouse Road, Babylon, NY requiring variances to reduce the minimum side yard setback from 6 feet required to 3 feet 9 inches proposed, to reduce the rear yard setback (for an accessory structure) from 5 feet required to 3 feet 11 inches proposed, and to increase the maximum height (for an accessory structure) from 15 feet allowed to 22 feet 8 inches proposed . Property located in Residence A-9 District, Suffolk County Real Property Tax Map District 0102, Section 19, Block 1, Lot 47.1. Application made in accordance with Sections 365-14 and 365-35.

• Application of Raymond T. Doran, 999 Pacific Street, Lindenhurst, NY 11727, for permission to construct an attached two car garage addition, detached three car garage and a pool house with an in-ground pool on the premises located at 90 Thompson Avenue, Babylon, NY, requiring variances to increase the maximum height (for an accessory structure) from 15 feet allowed to 21 feet 1 inch proposed for

the pool house and 22 feet 8 inches proposed for the detached garage. Property located in Residence A-11 District, Suffolk County Real Property Tax Map District 0102, Section 13, Block 2, Lot 10. Application made in accordance with Sections 365-13 and 365-35. APPLICANTS OR THEIR DULY APPOINTED REPRESENTATIVES MUST APPEAR IN PERSON AT THE ABOVE HEARING. BRUCE HUMENIK, CHAIRMAN

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The Town of Babylon Rental Review Board will hold a Public Hearing at The Town of Babylon, 200 East Sunrise Highway, Lindenhurst, New York (East Wing Board Room) on Wednesday, February 12, 2024 at 6:00pm NEW APPLICATION

1. Ira Morley 21 Floral Drive Amityville NY 11701

SCTM NO: 0100-171-3-29

2. 7D Renovation 1 Midwood Rd. West Babylon NY 11704

SCTM NO: 0100-210-276.001

3. Ilenre Obayi 129 Burgess Ave. West Babylon NY 11704

SCTM NO: 0100-157-2-98

4. Sumkin Realty 20 Jackson St. Wyandanch NY 11798

SCTM NO: 010058-4-26

RENEWALS

1. Lori Arav

469 Old Country Rd. Deer Park NY 11729

SCTM NO: 0100-22-1-93

2. Prend Ndoja 1518 Herzel Blvd. West Babylon NY 11704

SCTM NO: 0100-138-1-22

3. Christopher & Ellen Covino 94 Claremont Ave. West Babylon NY 11704 SCTM NO: 0100-141-3-10

4. Sumlen Realty LLC 120 S. 32nd St. Wyandanch NY 11798

SCTM NO: 0100-53-147.001

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NOTICE OF SALE SUPREME COURT SUFFOLK COUNTY

CITIMORTGAGE, INC.,

Plaintiff against CHRISTOPHER J. NUGENT, 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 July 25, 2024, I will sell at public auction to the highest bidder at Babylon Townhall, 200 East Sunrise Highway, Lindenhurst, NY 11757 on February 24, 2025 at 10:00 AM. Premises known as 444 Windmill Avenue, North Babylon, NY 11704. District 0100 Sec 138.00 Block 04.00 Lot

041.000. All that certain lot, 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 $317,309.48 plus interest, fees, and costs. Premises will be sold subject to provisions of filed Judgment Index No 605641/2023. 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.

Ryan N Brown, Esq., Referee File # NY202200000280-1 25-38 1/23, 30, 2/6, 13

SUPREME COURTCOUNTY OF SUFFOLK - BABYLON

RMS SERIES TRUST 20201 BY U.S. BANK TRUST NATIONAL ASSOCIATION, NOT IN ITS IN -

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DIVIDUAL CAPACITY, BUT SOLELY AS TRUSTEE, Plaintiff -against- RICHARD S. ULLMER; KAREN M. ULLMER, et al Defendant(s).

Pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale dated April 12, 2023 and entered on April 17, 2023, 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 February 21, 2025 at 10:00 a.m. premises situate, lying and being in the Town of Babylon, County of Suffolk and State of New York, bounded and described as follows: BEGINNING at a point on the northerly side of 18th Street, distant 1382.56 feet easterly from the extreme southerly end of a curve having a radius of 25 feet and a length of 40.32 feet connecting the easterly side of Wellwood Avenue and the northerly side of 18th Street; being a plot 122.55 feet by 62 feet by 122.55 feet by 62 feet. District: 0100 Section: 130.00 Block: 02.00 Lot: 004.000 Said premises known as 523 18TH STREET, WEST BABYLON, NY 11704

Approximate amount of lien $424,148.09 plus interest & costs.

Premises will be sold subject to provisions of filed Judgment and Terms of Sale. Index Number 24219/2012.

VINCENT M. AMICIZIA, ESQ., Referee Kosterich & Skeete, LLC Attorney(s) for Plaintiff 707 Westchester Ave, Suite 302, White Plains, NY 10604 25-39. 1/23, 30, 2/6, 13

NOTICE OF SALE SUPREME COURT COUNTY OF SUFFOLK U.S. BANK NATIONAL ASSOCIATION, AS TRUSTEE FOR THE STRUCTURED ASSET SECURITIES CORPORATION MORTGAGE LOAN TRUST, 2006-NC1, Plaintiff AGAINST MELCHIOR SANSONE, ET AL., Defendant(s) Pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale duly entered October 24, 2023, I, the undersigned Referee will sell at public auction at the Babylon Town Hall, 200 East Sunrise Highway, Lindenhurst, NY 11757 on February 25, 2025 at 10:30AM, premises known as 779 Peconic Avenue, North Babylon, NY 11703. 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, Section: 140.00, Block: 04.00, Lot: 071.001. Approximate amount of judgment $1,125,237.30 plus interest and costs. Premises will be sold subject to provisions of filed Judgment Index #015312/2009. Erin M. McTiernan, Esq., Referee Gross Polowy, LLC 1775 Wehrle Drive Williamsville, NY 14221 00-147435 84007 25-40. 1/23, 30, 2/6, 13

SUPREME COURT OF THE STATE OF NEW YORK COUNTY OF SUFFOLK NEW REZ LLC F/K/A NEW PENN FINANCIAL LLC D/B/A SHELLPOINT MORTGAGE SERVICING, -againstBEVERLY V. DOWD, 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 March 10, 2023, wherein NEW REZ LLC F/K/A NEW PENN FINANCIAL LLC D/B/A SHELLPOINT MORTGAGE SERVICING is the Plaintiff and BEVERLY V. DOWD, 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 February 20, 2025 at 9:30AM, premises known as 81 PURDY LN, AMITYVILLE, NY 11701; and the following tax map identification: 0101-012.0005.00-030.001. ALL THAT CERTAIN PLOT, PIECE OR PARCEL OF LAND, SITUATED IN THE VILLAGE OF AMITYVILLE, TOWN OF BABYLON, COUNTY OF SUFFOLK, STATE OF NEW YORK

Premises will be sold subject to provisions of filed Judgment Index No.: 606513/2016. Arthur E. Shulman, 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.

25-41. 1/23, 30, 2/6, 13

SUPREME COURT OF THE STATE OF NEW YORK COUNTY OF SUFFOLK WILMINGTON SAVINGS FUND SOCIETY, FSB, AS INDENTURE TRUSTEE, FOR THE NRPL TRUST 2019-3 MORTGAGEBACKED NOTES, SERIES 2019-3, -againstJEFFREY GOLDMAN, 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 12, 2023, wherein WILMINGTON SAVINGS FUND SOCIETY, FSB, AS INDENTURE TRUSTEE, FOR THE NRPL TRUST 2019-3 MORTGAGE-BACKED NOTES, SERIES 2019-3 is the Plaintiff and JEFFREY GOLDMAN, 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 February 26, 2025 at 3:00PM, premises known as 300 DOLPHIN LANE, WEST BABYLON, NY 11704; and the following tax map identification: 0100-230.00-01.00044.000 & 065.000.

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

Premises will be sold subject to provisions of filed Judgment Index No.: 619973/2020. Joshua P. Blumberg, 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.

25-42. 1/23, 30, 2/6, 13

SUPREME COURT OF THE STATE OF NEW YORK COUNTY OF SUFFOLK TOWD POINT MORTGAGE TRUST 2019-4, U.S. BANK NATIONAL ASSOCIATION, AS INDENTURE TRUSTEE, -againstMARGARET HAYES A/K/A MARGARET E. HAYES, ET AL.

NOTICE OF SALE

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN pursuant to a Final Judgment of Foreclosure and entered in the Office of the Clerk of the County of Suffolk on November 25, 2024, wherein TOWD POINT MORTGAGE TRUST 20194, U.S. BANK NATIONAL ASSOCIATION, AS INDENTURE TRUSTEE is the Plaintiff and MARGARET HAYES A/K/A MARGARET E. HAYES, 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 February 26, 2025 at 3:30PM, premises known as 103 NORTH 18TH STREET, WHEATLEY HEIGHTS, NY 11798; and the following tax map identification: 0100-039.00-02.00-110.002.

ALL THAT CERTAIN PARCEL OF LAND SITUATE IN THE CITY OF WHEATLEY HEIGHTS, TOWN OF BABYLON, COUNTY OF SUFFOLK AND STATE OF NEW YORK

Premises will be sold subject to provisions of filed Judgment Index No.: 624057/2023. Joshua P. Blumberg, 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.

25-43. 1/23, 30, 2/6, 13

Notice of formation of 4 Sons Charter and Guide Services LLC Articles of Organization filed with the Secretary of State of New York SSNY on 12/03/2024. Office located in Suffolk . SSNY has been designated for service of process. SSNY shall mail a copy of any process served against the LLC  172 West Lake Drive Lindenhurst NY 11757 . Purpose: any lawful purpose.

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Notice of formation of ENSENADA PR LLC

Articles of Organization filed with the Secretary of State of New York (SSNY) on 01/09/25 Office location, County of Suffolk.

SSNY 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, 434 Rutgers Road, West Babylon NY 11704 Purpose: any lawful act. 25-33. 1/23,30, 2/6, 13, 20, 27

Notice is hereby given that a license, Application ID: NA-0340-25-101490 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 81 Broadway, Greenlawn, NY 11740, County of Suffolk, for on premises consumption at Old Fields Greenlawn 2 Inc. 25-59. 1/30, 2/6

Notice of formation of Seaside Solutions LLC Articles of Organization filed with the Secretary of State of New York (SSNY) on 12/06/2024 Office location, County of Suffolk.

SSNY 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, 41 State Street, Suite 112, Albany, NY 12207. Purpose: any lawful act. 25-22. 1/9, 16, 23, 30, 2/6, 13

NOTICE OF SALE OF COLLATERAL

RE: 113 Farber Drive Unit 113 a/k/a 113 Farber Dr # 113 a/k/a 113 Farber Dr, West Babylon, a/k/a Babylon NY 11704, including any parking spaces and/or storage units associated with Unit 113 and District: 0100 Section: 134.00 Block: 03.00 and Lots 065.000 and 074.000 PLEASE TAKE NOTICE, that, pursuant to the New York Uniform Commercial Code, Wells Fargo Bank, N.A. (“Seller”), as secured creditor of Maureen Sannito (“Debtor”), will sell all of the right, title and interest of the Debtor in the collateral described below at public sale. The collateral to be sold is described as follows:

• UCC Financing Statement recorded on October 7, 2014 at UCC No. U20140004151, as amended and corrected, covering the Stock Certificate Number 1108 representing 176 shares of stock and Proprietary Lease for Unit No. 113 a/k/a Unit 113 a/k/a # 113 at 113 Farber Drive Unit 113 a/k/a 113 Farber Dr # 113 a/k/a 113 Farber Dr, West Babylon, a/k/a Babylon NY 11704, including any parking spaces and/or storage units associated with Unit 113.

• 176 shares of stock per the Stock Certificate and Power issued by Country Club Garden Owners, Inc. (“Corporation”) represented by Certificate number 1108 including all personal property of the Debtor, affixed to or used in connection with Unit No. 113 a/k/a Unit 113 a/k/a # 113, located at 113 Farber Drive Unit 113 a/k/a 113 Farber Dr # 113 a/k/a 113 Farber Dr, West Babylon a/k/a Babylon, NY 11704, including any parking spaces and/or storage units associated with Unit 113, that are subject to the securing interest of the undersigned.

• The unpaid principal balance is $35,237.54 (not including fees, costs, other recoverable amounts).

The sale shall be conducted pursuant to all terms and conditions set forth in the Terms of Sale, specifically including but not limited to: Buyer responsibility for obtaining possession of the collateral, payment of any sums due the Corporation, obtaining any necessary approvals from the Corporation, any existing tenancy and prompt

payment of the purchase price according to the Terms of Sale issued by Seller. The sale shall be “as is, where is and with all faults” and subject to any prior liens. No bid shall be accepted with any contingency of any nature. A deposit of ten percent (10%) of the bid amount must be paid at sale, in the form of a certified check payable to “Woods Oviatt Gilman LLP.”

Seller makes no warranty or representation in connection with the sale, except that it has a security interest in the collateral and that the transfer is made free and clear of its security interest. The warranties of merchantability and fitness are expressly disclaimed. The sale shall be conducted without recourse to Seller, except for breach of an express warranty contained in this Notice of Sale.

The Debtor is entitled to an accounting of the unpaid indebtedness. Transfer shall occur by secured creditor bill of sale made without representation or warranty, except as set forth above.

The public sale shall take place on February 28, 2025 at 9:30 am Eastern on front steps of the Babylon Town Hall, 200 E. Sunrise Hwy, Lindenhurst, NY. Such sale shall be conducted by Richard J. Cantwell, Richie Schultz, or Michael Campbell, Publications Elite Company Inc, as Agent. Seller hereby reserves the right to bid. Interested parties may contact the undersigned prior to the sale to obtain a copy of the Terms of Sale.

Wells Fargo Bank, N.A. Woods Oviatt Gilman LLP

Attorneys for Seller 500 Bausch & Lomb Place Rochester, NY 14604 Tel.: 855-227-5072 25-67 2/6, 13, 20, 27

NOTICE OF SALE

SUPREME COURT COUNTY OF Suffolk, Wilmington Trust, National Association, not in its individual capacity but solely as Delaware Trustee of SMRF Trust VII-A, Plaintiff, vs. 35 West Santa Barbara LLC, ET AL., Defendant(s). Pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale duly entered on June 27, 2024, and Order Extending the Sale Deadline, duly entered on December 27, 2024, I, the undersigned Referee will sell at public auction at the Babylon Town Hall, 200 East Sunrise Highway, North Lindenhurst,

NY 11757 on March 12, 2025 at 2:00 p.m., premises known as 35 Santa Barbara Road West a/k/a 35 West Santa Barbara Road, Lindenhurst, NY 11757. All that certain plot, piece or parcel of land, with the buildings and improvements thereon erected, situate, lying and being at Copiague, Town of Babylon, County of Suffolk and State of New York, District 0100, Section 190.00, Block 02.00 and Lot 076.000. Approximate amount of judgment is $523,792.21 plus interest and costs. Premises will be sold subject to provisions of filed Judgment Index #613358/2023.

Brooke J. Breen, Esq., Referee Friedman Vartolo LLP, 85 Broad Street, Suite 501, New York, New York 10004, Attorneys for Plaintiff. Firm File No.: 230934-1 25-66 2/6, 13, 20 , 27

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 2019-2, Plaintiff AGAINST

Patricia Allen, et al, Defendant

Pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale duly dated December 12, 2023 and entered on February 6, 2024, I, the undersigned Referee, will sell at public auction at the Babylon Town Hall, 200 East Sunrise Hwy., North Lindenhurst, NY on March 7, 2025 at 1:00 PM premises known as 193 Arizona Road North a/k/a 193 North Arizona Road, West Babylon, NY 11704. All that certain plot piece or parcel of land, with the buildings and improvements erected, situate, lying and being in the County of Suffolk, State of New York, SECTION: 102.00, BLOCK: 03.00, LOT: 035.000; District: 0100. Approximate amount of judgment is $451,350.23 plus interests and costs. Premises will be sold subject to provisions of filed Judgment Index # 612599/2021. Robert Thomas Fuchs, Referee

FRENKEL LAMBERT

WEISS WEISMAN & GORDON LLP

53 Gibson Street Bay Shore, NY 11706 25-68. 2/6, 13, 20, 27

SUPREME COURT OF THE STATE OF NEW YORK COUNTY OF SUFFOLK

U.S. BANK NATIONAL ASSOCIATION, AS TRUSTEE FOR BNC MORTGAGE LOAN TRUST 20071 MORTGAGE PASSTHROUGH CERTIFICATES, SERIES 2007-1, -againstCYNTHIA A. MCCANN, ET AL.

NOTICE OF SALE NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN pursuant to a Final Judgment of Foreclosure and entered in the Office of the Clerk of the County of Suffolk on December 5, 2024, wherein U.S. BANK NATIONAL ASSOCIATION, AS TRUSTEE FOR BNC MORTGAGE LOAN TRUST 2007-1 MORTGAGE PASS-THROUGH CERTIFICATES, SERIES 2007-1 is the Plaintiff and CYNTHIA A. MCCANN, 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 6, 2025 at 11:00AM, premises known as 138 ARACA ROAD, BABYLON, NY 11702; and the following tax map identification: 0102-022.00-01.00020.000.

ALL THAT CERTAIN PLOT, PIECE OR PARCEL OF LAND, WITH THE BUILDINGS AND IMPROVEMENTS THEREON ERECTED SITUATE, LYING AND BEING IN THE VILLAGE OF BABYLON COUNTY OF SUFFOLK AND STATE OF NEW YORK

Premises will be sold subject to provisions of filed Judgment Index No.: 622082/2019. Joy E. Jorgensen, 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.

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NOTICE OF SALE SUPREME COURT COUNTY OF Suffolk, LAKEVIEW LOAN SERVICING, LLC, Plaintiff, vs. ALI BEAUBRUN, ET AL., Defendant (s). Pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale duly entered on April 3, 2023, I, the undersigned Referee will sell at public auction at the Town of Babylon, Babylon Town Hall, 200 East Sunrise Highway, Lindenhurst, NY 11757 on March 12, 2025, at 9:00 AM, premises known as 63 SCHENECTADY AVENUE, 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: 081.00, Block: 01.00, Lot: 088.000. Approximate amount of judgment is $413,736.65 plus interest and costs. Premises will be sold subject to provisions of filed Judgment Index # 604964/2020. If the sale is set aside for any reason, the Purchaser at the sale shall be entitled only to a return of the deposit paid. The Purchaser shall have no further recourse against the Mortgagor, the Mortgagee, the Mortgagee's attorney, or the Referee. For Sale information, please visit Auction.com at www. Auction.com or call (800) 280-2832.

ROBERT J. CAVA, Esq., Referee

Roach & Lin, P.C., 6851 Jericho Turnpike, Suite 185, Syosset, New York 11791, Attorneys for Plaintiff 25-72. 2/6, 13, 20, 27

NOTICE OF SALE  SUPREME COURT COUNTY OF SUFFOLK U.S. BANK TRUST NATIONAL ASSOCIATION, NOT IN ITS INDIVIDUAL CAPACITY BUT SOLELY AS OWNER TRUSTEE FOR RCF 2 ACQUISITION TRUST, Plaintiff AGAINST LESLIE W. MILLS, JR., PENNY J. MILLS, Defendant(s)   Pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale duly entered November 21, 2024, I, the undersigned Referee will sell at public auction at the Babylon Town Hall, 200 East Sunrise Highway, Lindenhurst, NY 11757 on March 7, 2025 at 12:00PM, premises known as 34 Karen Street, West Babylon, NY 11704.  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 209.00 Block 01.00 Lot 035.000.  Approximate amount of judgment $541,738.54 plus interest and costs.  Premises will be sold subject to provisions of filed Judgment Index #600042/2024.   Robert J. Cava, Esq., Referee   Gross Polowy, LLC 1775 Wehrle Drive Williamsville, NY 14221   23-004245 84225 25-70 2/6, 13, 20, 27

PROBATE CITATION

File No. 2022-3462/A

SURROGATE’S COURT – SUFFOLK COUNTY

CITATION

THE PEOPLE OF THE STATE OF NEW YORK,

By the Grace of God Free and Independent

TO: The distributees, heirs at law and next of kin of VIRGINIA WILL, deceased, if any be living; and if any be dead, their respective distributees, heirs at law, next of kin, legatees, devisees, executors, administrators, assignees and successors in interest, all of whose names, whereabouts and addresses are unknown and cannot be ascertained with due diligence, being the persons interested in the estate of VIRGINIA WILL, deceased, as distributees or otherwise.

“Jane Doe” and “John Doe,” (the names being fictitious) being any person or persons who are the paternal first cousins of Robert Hamje, a post-deceased distributee of Virginia Will, if living, and if dead having survived decedent, their executors, administrators, distributees, heirs at law, next of kin, successors and assigns of any such persons, all of whose names, whereabouts and addresses are unknown and cannot be ascertained with due diligence. A petition having been filed by Geraldine Mary Orr who is domiciled at 153 Hessinger & Lare Road, Youngsville, NY 112791.

YOU ARE HEREBY CITED TO SHOW CAUSE before Surrogate’s Court, Suffolk County, at 320 Center Drive, Riverhead, New York on March 18, 2025 at 9:30 o’clock in the forenoon of that day why a decree should not be made in the estate of Virginia A. Will a/k/a Virginia Anne Will a/k/a Virginia Will lately domiciled at 580 Montauk Highway, Babylon, NY 11704 admitting to probate a Will dated November 26, 2021 (a Codocil dated ______), copy of which is attached, as the Will of Virginia A. Will a/k/a Virginia Anne Will a/k/a Virginia Will deceased, relating to real and personal property, and directing that (X) Letters Testamentary issue to: Geraldine Mary Orr ( ) Letters of Trusteeship issue to:

( ) Letters of Administration c.t.a. issue to: ________________

Dated. Attested and Sealed:

HON. VINCENT

J. MESSINA, JR. January 10, 202

SURROGATE

Kevin M. Campbell

Attorney for Petitioner

Doreen A. Quinn, Chief Clerk 2 Lynbrook Court, Huntington, NY 11743 (516) 702-7649

Address of Attorney Telephone Number

(NOTE: This citation is served upon you as required by law. You are not required to appear. If you fail to appear it will be assumed you do not object to the relief requested. You have the right to have an attorney appear for you.)

P.S (Suffolk 6/112024) 25-62A. 2/6, 13, 20, 27

The Last Will and Testament of Virginia Anne Will DECLARATION

I, Virginia Anne Will, a resident of the state of New York and county of Suffolk and being of sound mind and memory, do hereby make, publish, and declare this to be my last will and testament, thereby revoking and making null and void any and all other last will and testaments and/ or codicils to last will and testaments heretofore made by me. All references herein to ''this Will" refer only to this last will and testament.

FAMILY

At the time of executing this Will, I am unmarried. I have no children.

SPECIFIC BEQUESTS

I give to the persons named below the following specific bequests, if owned by me at the time of my death:

1. To my cousin, Robert Hamje,

I give: Deeded cemetery plot at Gate of Heaven in Hawthorne, New York, $5,000.00 in cash for burial expenses. If said beneficiary does not survive me, this specific bequest will lapse, be added to the residue of my estate, and be distributed to my remainder beneficiaries as set forth below.

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BENEFICIARIES

I give to the persons named below (my "Primary Remainder Beneficiaries"), all of the residue and remainder of my gross estate, real and personal, wherever situated, after payment of all my just debts, expenses, taxes and specific bequests, if any, in the percentages set forth below. Unless otherwise indicated in my Will, these shares shall be distributed outright and free of trust.

1.Name: Deborah Larkin Relation: friend Percentage: 14 2/7%

2.Name: Jeannie Hedum Relation: friend Percentage: 14 2/7%

3.Name: Maureen Bowdren Relation: cousin Percentage: 14 2/7%

4.Name: Geraldine Orr Relation: cousin Percentage: 14 2/7%

5.Name: Laurie Carmody Delano Relation: cousin Percentage: 14 2/7%

6.Name: Pamela Bowdren Relation: cousin Percentage: 14 2/7%

7.Name: Carly Sallee Relation: friend Percentage: 14 2/7%

DISTRIBUTION IF NO LIVING BENEFICIARIES

If at any time before full distribution of my estate all of my beneficiaries are deceased and this instrument directs no other disposition of the property, the remaining portion of my estate will then be distributed to my heirs determined according to the laws of intestate succession, unless specifically disinherited elsewhere in this Will.

EXECUTOR NOMINATION

I nominate my cousin, Geraldine Orr, to be the executor of this Will.

If, for any reason, my first nominee executor is unable or unwilling to serve or to continue to serve as executor of this Will, I nominate my friend, Deborah Larkin, to be the successor executor. If none of the nominated executors are able, willing, and authorized to serve or to continue to serve, and the vacancy is not filled as set forth above, the majority of estate beneficiaries shall nominate a successor executor. If the majority of estate beneficiaries are un-

able to nominate a successor executor, the vacancy will be filled pursuant to a petition filed by the resigning executor or any person interested in the estate in a court of competent jurisdiction.

MISCELLANEOUS EXECUTOR PROVISIONS

The term "executor'' includes any executrix, personal representative, or administrator, if those terms are used in the statutes of any state that has jurisdiction over all or any portion of my estate.

My executor will have broad and reasonable discretion in the administration of my estate to exercise all of the powers permitted to be exercised by an executor under state law, including the power to sell estate assets with or without notice, at either public or private sale, and to do everything he or she deems advisable and in the best interest of my estate and the beneficiaries thereof, all without the necessity of court approval or supervision. I direct that my executor perform all acts and exercise all such rights and privileges, although not specifically mentioned in this Will, with relation to any such property, as if the absolute owner thereof and, in connection therewith, to make, execute, and deliver any instruments, and to enter into any covenants or agreements binding my estate or any portion thereof.

If there are two co-executors serving, they shall act by unanimous agreement. If there are more than two co-executors serving, they shall act in accordance with the decision made by the majority of co-executors.

Subject to specific provisions to the contrary, I authorize my executor to distribute a share of my estate given to a minor beneficiary, up to the whole thereof, to a custodian under the applicable Transfers to Minors Act or Gifts to Minors Act, if in the executor's discretion; it is in the best interests of the beneficiary. The executor may also make distributions to a minor by making distributions to the trustee of a trust created under this Will for a minor beneficiary, the guardian of the minor's person, or the guardian of the minor's estate.

No person named as an executor is required to post

any bond.

I authorize my executor to make the following choices or elections in my executor's absolute discretion, regardless of the resulting effect on any other provisions of this Will or on any person interested in my estate or in the amount of any of the taxes referred to: (a) choose a valuation date for estate or inheritance tax purposes or choose the methods to pay estate or inheritance taxes; (b) elect to treat or use an item, for either federal or state tax purposes, as either an income tax deduction or as a deduction for estate or inheritance tax purposes; (c) determine when a particular item is to be treated as taken into income or used as a tax deduction, to the extent the law provides that choice; and (d) disclaim all or any portion of any interest in property passing to my estate at or after my death, even though any of these actions may subject my estate to additional tax liabilities. No person adversely affected by my executor's exercise of discretion under this clause is entitled to any reimbursement or adjustment and my executor is not required to make any adjustment between income and principal or in the amount of any property passing under this Will as a result of any election under this provision.

I authorize my executor, without obtaining court approval, to employ professional investment counsel on such terms as my executor considers proper, and to pay the fees of investment counsel as an expense of administration of my estate. However, my executor is under no obligation to employ any investment counsel.

I authorize my executor either to continue the operation of any business belonging to my estate for such time and in such manner as my executor may consider advisable and in the best interest of my estate, or to sell or liquidate the business at such time and on such terms as my executor may consider advisable and in the best interest of my estate. Any such good faith operation, sale, or liquidation by my executor will be at the risk of my estate and without liability on the part of my executor for any losses that may result.

DEBT

I direct that as soon as is practical after my death, the executor named pursuant to this Will review all of my just debts and obligations, including last illness and funeral expenses, except for those secured long-term debts that may be assumed by the beneficiary of such property, unless such assumption is prohibited by law or on agreement by the beneficiary. The executor is further directed to pay any attorneys' fees and any other estate administration expenses. The executor shall pay these just debts only after a creditor provides timely and sufficient evidence to support its claim and in accordance with applicable state law.

I direct that any estate, inheritance, and succession taxes, including any interest and penalties thereon, imposed by the federal government or any state, district, or territory, attributable to assets includible in my estate, passing either under or outside of this Will, be apportioned among the persons interested in my estate in accordance with applicable state and federal law. My executor is authorized and directed to seek reimbursement from the beneficiaries of my estate of any taxes paid by my executor to the extent allowed by law.

If my executor cannot collect from any person interested in the estate the amount of tax apportioned to that person, the amount not recoverable will be equitably apportioned among the other persons interested in the estate who are subject to apportionment.

If a person is charged with or required to pay tax in an amount greater than his or her prorated amount because another person does not pay his or her prorated amount, the person charged with or required to pay the greater amount has a right of reimbursement against the other person.

I further direct that if any beneficiary named in this Will is indebted to me at the time of my death, and evidence of such indebtedness is provided or made available to my executor, that share of my estate that I give to any and each such beneficiary be reduced in

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Continued from previous page value by an amount equal to the proven indebtedness of such beneficiary unless: (i) I have specifically provided in this Will for the forbearance of such debt, or (ii) such beneficiary is the sole principal beneficiary.

SIMULTANEOUS DEATH

If it cannot be established if a beneficiary of my estate survived me, the provisions of the applicable Uniform Simultaneous Death Act, as amended, or any substantially similar successor act effective on the date of my death, will apply.

NONLIABILITY OF FIDUCIARIES

Any fiduciary, including my executor and any trustee, who in good faith endeavors to carry out the provisions of this Will, will not be liable to me, my estate, my heirs, or my beneficiaries for any damages or claims arising because of their actions or inaction, or the actions of any predecessor fiduciary acting pursuant to this Will. My estate will indemnify and hold them harmless.

SAVINGS CLAUSE

If a court of competent jurisdiction at any time invalidates or finds unenforceable any provision of this Will, such invalidation will not invalidate the whole of this Will. All of the remaining provisions will be undisturbed as to their legal force and effect. If a court finds that an invalidated or unenforceable provision would become valid if it were limited, then such provision will be deemed to be written, deemed, construed, and enforced as so limited.

IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I, the undersigned testator, declare that I sign and execute this instrument on the date written below as my last will and testament and further declare that I sign it willingly, that I execute it as my free and voluntary act for the purposes expressed in this document, and that I am eighteen years of age or older, of sound mind and memory, and under no constraint or undue influence.

______/s/ Virginia Anne Will _______

(Signature of Virginia Anne Will)

Date: 11/26/2021

ATTESTATION

This last will and testament, which has been sepa-

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rately signed by Virginia Anne Will, the testator, was on the date indicated below signed and declared by the above named testator as his or her last will and testament in the presence of each of us. We, in the presence of the testator and each other, at the testator's request, under penalty of perjury, hereby subscribe our names as witnesses to the declaration and execution of the last will and testament by the testator, and we declare that, to the best of our knowledge, said testator is eighteen years of age or older, of sound mind and memory and under no constraint or undue influence.

_/s/_ Gabe Suleiman _Gabe Suleiman________________

(Signature of witness) (Print Name)

Date: 11/26/2021

501 W. 123rd St. 18G (Address) New York, NY 10027

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_/s/_Jason Barton _ Jason Barton (Signature of witness) (Print Name) 2438 Court Street (Address) Syracuse, NY 13208

City, State, Zip STATEMENT OF INTERMENT, CREMATION, and WISHES

I, Virginia Anne Will, the undersigned, having previously executed a last will and testament on the date hereof, hereby state that, in addition to the directives and bequests set forth in said last will and testament, it is my desire that my remains be cremated.

My further wishes and directives are as follows: Geraldine Orr is aware of my wishes to be cremated and of my final resting place.

Dated: 11/26/2021

____/s/ Virginia Anne Will (Signature of Virginia Anne Will)

WITNESS ATTESTATION CLAUSE

This statement of interment, cremation, and wishes, which has been separately signed by Virginia Anne Will, was signed, executed and declared in the presence of each of us. We, in the presence of Virginia Anne Will and each other, under penalty of perjury, hereby subscribe our names as witnesses to the declaration

and execution of the statement of interment, cremation, and wishes by Virginia Anne Will, and we declare that, to the best of our knowledge, Virginia Anne Will is eighteen years of age or older, of sound mind and memory, and under no constraint or undue influence.

_/s/_ Gabe Suleiman _Gabe Suleiman________________

(Signature of witness) (Print Name)

Date: 11/26/2021

501 W. 123rd St. 18G (Address)

New York, NY 10027 City, State, Zip _/s/_Jason Barton _ Jason Barton (Signature of witness) (Print Name) 2438 Court Street (Address) Syracuse, NY 13208 City, State, Zip

SELF-PROVING AFFIDAVIT

State of New York County of Suffolk I, Virginia Anne Will, the undersigned testator, being first duly sworn do declare to the undersigned authority that I signed and executed the attached or annexed instrument as my last will and testament and that I signed it willingly, or willingly directed another to sign for me, that I executed it as my free and voluntary act for the purposes expressed in that document, and that at the time I signed the document, I was eighteen years of age or older, of sound mind and memory, and under no constraint or undue influence.

Date: 11/26/2021

/s/ Virginia Anne Will (Signature of Virginia Anne Will)

We, the undersigned witnesses, being first duly sworn, do each declare to the undersigned authority the following: (1) the testator declared to each of us that the attached or annexed instrument is his or her last will and testament; (2) the testator executed the last will in our presence; (3) each of us, in the presence of the testator and in the presence of each other, and at the testator's request, signed the last will and testament as witnesses;

and (4) to the best of our knowledge the testator was at that time eighteen years of age or older, of sound

mind and memory, and under no constraint or undue influence.

_/s/_ Gabe Suleiman _Gabe Suleiman________________ (Signature of witness) (Print Name)

_/s/_Jason Barton _ Jason Barton_____ (Signature of witness) (Print Name)

Acknowledgement of Notary Public:

Subscribed, sworn and acknowledged to me this 26 day of November, 2021 by Virginia Anne Will, as testator and Gabe Suleiman and Jaon Barton, as witnesses. Witness my hand and seal. Signature of Notary Public: /s/ Morgan F. Bernas 25-62B 2/6, 13, 20, 27

At an IAS Term Part 44 of the Supreme Court of the State of New York, held in and for the County of Suffolk, at the Courthouse thereof, 1 Court St., Riverhead, New York, on the 22nd day of Jan., 2025. PRESENT: HON. JOHN J. ANDREWS, Supreme Court of the State of New York, County of Suffolk, IN THE MATTER OF THE APPLICATION OF GREGG SATZINGER, Petitioner, against MICHAEL ALGARIN, Respondent, INDEX NUMBER: 601815/2025, ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE. UPON reading and filing the Verified Petition for Dissolution (“Petition”) of Gregg Satzinger (“Petitioner”), the holder of fifty percent (50%) of the voting shares of GM Renovations NY Inc. (“GM Renovations” or the “Corporation”), a corporation incorporated and existing under the Business Corporation Law of the State of New York and having its principal place of business at 63 Inlet Drive, Lindenhurst, New York 11757, duly verified by Petitioner on January 20, 2025; it is hereby: ORDERED that GM Renovations, and all persons interested in GM Renovations, including the respondent, Michael Algarin (“Respondent”), shall show cause before this Court at an IAS Part 44 thereof, to be held at the Supreme Court, State of New York, County of Suffolk, 1 Court Street, Riverhead, New York 11901, on the 19 day of March, 2025, at 12:30 o’clock in the forenoon of that day, or as soon

thereafter as counsel may be heard, why an Order should not be made: 1) ordering Respondent to provide Petitioner with full access to the books and records of the Corporation pursuant to New York Business Corporation Law (“BCL”) §§ 624, 1104-a(c), 1106(a), and/or the common law of the State of New York; 2) appointing a referee or receiver to oversee the Corporation pursuant to BCL §§ 1106(a), 1108 and/or 1113; 3) dissolving the Corporation pursuant to BCL §§ 1104, 1104-a(b) and/or the common law of the State of New York; 4) pursuant to BCL § 1115, granting an injunction: (a) restraining the Corporation and its directors and officers from transacting any unauthorized business and from exercising any corporate powers, except by permission of the Court; and (b) restraining the Corporation and its directors and officers from collecting or receiving any debt or other property of the Corporation, and from paying out or otherwise transferring or delivering any property of the Corporation, except by permission of the Court; 5) pursuant to BCL §§ 1104-a(d) and/or 1111(c), providing for the distribution of the property of GM Renovations to the parties according to their respective rights; 6) awarding Petitioner compensatory damages for his claims pursuant to breach of contract, conversion, unjust enrichment and breach of fiduciary duty; and 7) awarding Petitioner such other and further relief as the Court deems appropriate. IT IS FURTHER ORDERED that GM Renovations, through its officers and directors, shall furnish the Court with a statement of the corporate assets and liabilities, including the names, addresses, and amounts owing to and/ or from any creditor or debtor of GM Renovations; the name and address of each shareholder of GM Renovations; and the minutes of any shareholder meeting of GM Renovations by the 5th day of March, 2025; and IT IS FURTHER ORDERED that, in accordance with BCL § 1106(b), GM Renovations shall cause to be published a copy of this Order to Show Cause (“Order”) at least once each week for the three

(3) weeks immediately before the time appointed for the hearing on this Order, in the following newspaper: Babylon Beacon; and IT IS FURTHER ORDERED that Petitioner shall serve a copy of this Order, in the manner prescribed in BCL § 1106(a), upon GM Renovations, the New York State Department of Taxation and Finance, and each person named in the Petition as a shareholder, creditor or claimant of GM Renovations (other than Petitioner), except that service need not be made upon any person whose address is stated to be unknown and cannot with due diligence be ascertained by GM Renovations; and IT IS FURTHER ORDERED that, in accordance with BCL § 1106(d), Petitioner shall file a copy of this Order to Show Cause and the Petition with the County Clerk of Suffolk County, within ten days after this Order to Show Cause is entered; and IT IS FURTHER ORDERED that answering papers, if any, in response to the Petition shall be filed with the Court and served upon counsel for Petitioner, Hogan & Cassell, LLP, 500 North Broadway, Suite 153, Jericho, New York 11753, on or before the 12th day of March, 2025; and IT IS FURTHER ORDERED that reply papers, if any, shall be filed with the Court and served on the New York State Department of Taxation and Finance and each person named in the Petition as a shareholder, creditor or claimant of GM Renovations (other than Petitioner), on or before the 18th day of March 2025, except that service need not be made upon any person whose address is stated to be unknown and cannot with due diligence be ascertained by GM Renovations. ENTER: HON. JOHN J. ANDREWS, J.S.C. 25-63. 2/6,13, 20

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PUBLIC NOTICE VILLAGE OF BABYLON NOTICE OF TAX SALE

WHEREAS, arrears of the taxes levied for the year 2024 by the Village of Babylon, charged and imposed pursuant to law, remain due and unpaid on the several tracts, lots, pieces, or parcels of land situated in the Village of Babylon, County of Suffolk, State of New York and described in the following list: Names of the owners or occupants are the same as appear on the 2024 Assessment Roll, and the amounts include the taxes, fees, interest charges against properties for such year. The subdivided parcels are described by Section, Block and Lot as shown on the official Tax Map No. 58 of the Village of Babylon approved by the State Tax Commission on December 17th, 1937, and duly filed pursuant to the provisions of the Tax Clerk’s Office. The parcels not subdivided are described by Section and Lot as shown on the said Official Tax Map of the Village of Babylon.

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that under the authority given by law, I shall on the 22nd day of February, 2025, sell at public auction at 10:00 AM Eastern Standard Time in the Municipal Building at 153 W. Main Street, Babylon Village, County of Suffolk, State of New York, the tax liens on the above-described lots, tracts, pieces, or parcels of land as will be sufficient to pay the unpaid taxes for the year specified, and fees, interest and charges which may be due thereon at the time of sale.

The purchaser(s) at such sale shall pay the amount of their respective bids to the Village Treasurer within (10) days after the sale, and upon such payment, the Treasurer shall give to the purchaser(s) a certificate in writing describing the real estate purchased and the sum paid therefore. (Please note, payment of the taxes due entitles the purchaser(s) to a lien being placed on the property, not an immediate acquisition of said real estate). If any purchaser(s) shall neglect or refuse to pay the amount of their bid or bids within the time described, the Village Treasurer may cancel such sale to such purchaser(s) and the parcel(s) so sold shall be deemed to have been purchased by the Village.

The owner, occupant, or any persons having an interest in any real estate sold for taxes to any party of the Village itself, may redeem the same as provided by the Real Property & Village Laws.

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A. Let it go. What you’re experiencing is common and frustrating to hear, because there are so many aspects to designing a building, and I wonder if your framer understands. For example, beams are designed for much more than carrying material loads. Roof beams must carry what we call “dead” loads as well as “live” loads, such as wind and heavy snow.

I have asked framers who have made these statements if they were aware of the several different code-required load capacities a beam is subjected to, to which they either answer, honestly, that they aren’t sure, or make remarks like, “Well, that’s your job,” or “I just know this is overkill.” They just know. And they probably don’t, or they could explain.

Wind impacts buildings in many ways, and is considered a load with multiple effects, requiring calculations, for your safety, to keep the walls and roof from tearing away, or lifting off the house, or crushing down on you in a push-and-pull manner that wind naturally has. Then there are connectors to attach everything. These braces, stirrups and saddles keep structure from pulling apart, but each type comes with engineered calculations.

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Larger rafters and joists weigh more, and their angled end cuts require deeper-sized beams to join them. So now you know part of why those beams probably aren’t “overkill,” and why your framer should do a different kind of “home-work” before professing his knowledge. A building is a large jigsaw puzzle of custom parts, and “under-kill” can lead to disaster. Will the framer be there to take responsibility? Good luck!

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An inauguration that was decidedly different

Last month I traveled to Washington, joining many Nassau County Republicans, including County Executive Bruce Blakeman and GOP Chairman Joe Cairo, to celebrate the inauguration of Donald Trump as our 47th president. Beginning with Richard Nixon’s second inaugural in 1972, I had attended 10 previous ones, seven of them during my 28 years in Congress.

This year’s event was certainly memorable, and not just because the tundra-like weather forced the ceremony indoors. From the moment I arrived at the historic Mayflower Hotel, where many of New York’s elected officials and party leaders were staying, I was struck by the extraordinary level of excitement, enthusiasm and hope. This was significantly different from Trump’s first inaugural in 2017, when, though he had many strong supporters, there was an air of uncertainty about whether his administration would hit the ground running. There had been multiple leaks from the Trump camp and a number of his top cabinet officials, like Secretary of State Rex Tillerson, had no previous

connection to Trump or any political or governmental experience.

This time around, Trump was striding into Washington as a conquering hero who had made the greatest political comeback of any president in history. And he was as prepared for action as any of his predecessors. There was no doubt he would hit the ground running.

The cold and the intense security made getting around Washington more difficult than I remember for any previous inauguration. Cairo and I were in a car for almost two hours, encountering constant roadblocks and rerouting as we tried to get to a Newsmax event at the relatively nearby Andrew Mellon Auditorium, before we gave up and returned to the Mayflower, where New York was staging its Inaugural Party, featuring Elise Stefanik, the upstate congresswoman and the nominee for ambassador to the United Nations.

old friends and prominent officials gathered to reminisce and share the latest news and rumors.

Trump’s inaugural address was truly unique. No president has ever been so direct or detailed, as he laid out the specifics of his agenda and the myriad executive orders he would be issuing on everything from border security to energy production. He was unsparing in his criticism of what he saw as the terrible failings of the Biden administration — all of this as Joe Biden and Kamala Harris sat just several feet away.

iwas struck by the extraordinary excitement, enthusiasm and hope.

But none of this dampened the spirit of hope and optimism. The Mayflower event, the day before the inauguration, drew an overflow crowd of hundreds, who heard powerful speeches from EPA nominee Lee Zeldin, Congressman Mike Lawler and Blakeman. And there was always action in the hotel lobby, as

Ordinarily I would consider it wrong to disrespect a former president at an inaugural ceremony, but these are not ordinary times. Trump strongly believes that the Biden administration and its allies abused the legal system in attempts to destroy Trump with criminal prosecutions and bankrupt him and his family. Ironically, Trump didn’t know that just moments before his term expired, Biden had pardoned five members of his family.

The main impact of Trump’s address was that he would do all he could to change the direction of the country. The days of woke progressivism were over.

After the ceremonies, the president went to the Capitol One Arena for an

indoor version of the inaugural parade. I was particularly proud that one of the bands taking part was the NYPD Pipes & Drums. By some mistake, the band hadn’t been included in the original lineup, but when its leaders came to me just weeks before the inauguration, I was able to reach out to the Trump team and get it done.

The almost frenetic energy of the inauguration continued in the days that followed, as Trump signed one executive order after another. (While I strongly agreed with most of them, I believe it was wrong to issue blanket pardons to those who carried out violence against police officers and other law enforcement on Jan. 6, 2021. Despite all the injustice carried out by the Justice Department against Trump, and the department’s failure to prosecute violent rioters on the left, these pardons cannot be defended.)

Trump has promised America a new Golden Age — an age in which American economic, diplomatic and military power will be respected around the world. An America where we will no longer be subject to government censorship and strangling bureaucratic regulations or be defined by race, religion or sexual preference. If he succeeds, it will indeed be an American Golden Age!

Peter King is a former congressman, and a former chair of the House Committee on Homeland Security. Comments? pking@ liherald.com.

Cleaning the 2024 slate is comforting

The beginning of a new year is a chance to clean the slate from 2024 and to look ahead to more positive things. If you have your health, when you aren’t at work, it’s a chance to enjoy taking long walks, squeezing in a vacation and maybe finding a good book to read. But to erase the 2024 board clean, it’s important to get some things off my chest.

One of my pet peeves is our national airline system. These days it costs a lot of money to travel almost anywhere in the United States, and we’re often treated like cattle, unless you fly first class. Boarding the plane can be demeaning, and the seats are uncomfortable. For a round-trip costing $800, asking for an extra bag of pretzels shouldn’t be a big deal, but I’ve had a

few turn-downs on flights to Florida. My wife has designated me the family shopper, and I don’t mind the periodic trips to the supermarket. My parents had a grocery store, so I know how to move quickly from aisle to aisle. I’m sure many readers have heard the term “shrinkflation,” which is rampant in supermarkets. Almost every item weighs less and costs more. My favorite boxes of cereal not only weigh half as much, but their contents don’t taste anything like they did when I was a child. Especially Kix and Rice Krispies.

Tgains are anything but.

o get a fresh start in the new year, it’s important to get some things off my chest.

Department store shopping was once an adventure. You could go from floor to floor, and it would take hours to go from the ground floor to the top. The shelves were once stacked with many interesting items, and the quality of the merchandise was pretty good. These days, though, there seem to be many less items for sale, and the so-called bar-

I’ve been a loyal Yankees fan for as long as I can remember. I try to get to at least two or three games a season, but the ticket prices can be staggering. I truly feel bad for a family with young kids who make an annual trip to the ballpark. The hot dogs, pizza and ice cream are costly, and if the kids want a few souvenirs, the outing can costs hundreds of dollars. Baseball owners need the revenues to pay high-priced players, but not everyone can afford to be a talent sponsor.

Going to a movie isn’t what it used to be, either. I recall childhood trips to theaters with my parents that were affordable and frequent. Once upon a time, theatergoers would even get some type of premium for buying a ticket. A movie ticket today can cost over $20, and if you and your companion want popcorn, candy or soda, the price of this night out is pretty high.

There are more things that bug me. I look at Facebook from time to time because it’s nice to see people celebrating happy occasions, but there is no shortage of party-poopers who insist on posting political barbs that are of no interest to most viewers. We’ve just survived a period of intense political bickering, and I’m not anxious to see a Facebook testimonial to a politician who my crazy uncle worships.

I have bad feelings about a lot of people both in and out of the political arena, but we’ll save that for another time. There are things going on right now that I could talk about for hours. I’ve chosen the things that upset all of my friends and neighbors as well, with little or no dissent. I’m sure I skipped over some of your annoyances, but I have a whole year to write about them.

Jerry Kremer was an assemblyman for 23 years, and chaired the Assembly’s Ways and Means Committee for 12 years. He now heads Empire Government Strategies, a business development and legislative strategy firm. Comments about this column? jkremer@liherald.com.

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ov. Kathy Hochul’s newly unveiled plan to restrict smartphone use in schools across New York state has sparked robust discussion among educators, parents and policymakers.

With the goal of creating distractionfree learning environments, the proposal would direct schools to limit cellphone use throughout the school day while providing practical solutions for communication and storage. The initiative has notable advantages as well as challenges, warranting careful consideration as it moves forward and is considered by the State Legislature.

The primary argument in favor of Hochul’s plan is the undeniable distraction that the phones pose to students. Research consistently shows that smartphones can impede focus, reduce academic performance and foster excessive screen time. By eliminating unsanctioned use of the devices, students would be expected to engage more deeply with their lessons and their peers, improving their classroom experience, their grades and their interpersonal skills.

Hochul’s thinking also aligns with growing concerns about youth mental health. Excessive smartphone use, particularly on social media, has been linked to anxiety, depression and reduced self-esteem among adolescents. The governor’s effort builds on her earlier success in regulating addictive social media feeds for minors, emphasizing the state’s commitment to protecting the mental well-being of its youth.

The proposal also addresses safety concerns, a priority highlighted by law

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enforcement experts. Distracted students are more vulnerable to accidents and less likely to be aware of their surroundings during emergencies. A focus on reducing these distractions could enhance student safety.

Allocating $13.5 million for smartphone storage solutions — such as pouches or cubbies — would ensure that schools, regardless of budget constraints, have access to the resources needed to implement the plan.

Despite its merits, however, the proposal raises several concerns. Chief among them is the potential challenge of enforcing the restrictions uniformly across diverse school settings. Administrators and teachers may find it difficult to monitor compliance, especially in larger schools with limited staff.

The plan also risks alienating students and parents who view cellphones as essential tools for communication and personal safety. While the initiative includes provisions for parents to contact their children during the school day, it may not fully address the anxieties of those who rely on immediate connectivity, particularly in emergencies.

Another issue is the reliance on alternative devices, such as school-issued tablets and laptops, for instruction. While these tools are permitted under the plan, they, too, can be distractions if not properly managed. Critics of Hochul’s plan argue that simply replacing smartphones with other internet-enabled devices may not fully eliminate the problem of divided attention in classrooms.

Exemptions outlined in the proposal — such as those for medical needs or individualized education programs —

Re Randi Kreiss’s recent column, “When was the last time you read a book?”: As she stated, one of the great joys in life is having a wonderful book to read. I never go anywhere without one. I taught English on the junior and high school levels on Long Island for 39 years, and I loved it. I would do it all over again.

The exciting discussions I had with my students triggered by great literature were priceless. I loved teaching “Of Mice and Men”; “The Picture of Dorian Gray”; “Romeo and Juliet”; “The Great Gatsby”; my nominee for the greatest novel of all, “To Kill a Mockingbird”; and many others.

Randi’s statement that in some of the country’s “elite” colleges, many students are neither willing nor able to read the books they are assigned is scary. What does that bode for our future leaders? And presently we have one in the White House who I’ll bet has never read a complete book,

highlight the necessity of accommodating diverse student populations. Ensuring that these exemptions are applied fairly and without reinforcing stigmas, however, could add complexity to the plan’s implementation.

A strength of the proposal is its flexibility, allowing schools to design their own storage and implementation strategies. This autonomy acknowledges that a one-size-fits-all approach may not work across New York’s varied educational landscapes. However, the success of this flexibility hinges on clear guidelines and adequate support from the state to help schools navigate potential challenges.

The plan’s focus on equity, including ensuring that students without internetenabled devices are not disadvantaged, demonstrates an awareness of the broader implications of digital access. This consideration is crucial in preventing unintended disparities.

Hochul’s proposal is a bold step toward addressing the challenges of the digital age in education. While its goals are commendable —enhancing focus, promoting mental health and improving safety — it must carefully navigate the concerns of enforcement, equity and parental confidence.

As the state prepares to roll out the measure by the 2025-26 school year, ongoing collaboration with educators, parents and students will be essential to refine it, and ensure its effectiveness. With a proper balance of structure and flexibility, the initiative has the potential to foster a more focused, healthier and distraction-free learning environment for New York’s students.

It’s time for riders to take control of the runaway MTA

new York City’s congestion pricing program has begun!

After much political pushpull, this unbearable tax is upon us all. As far north as 60th Street in Manhattan — Central Park — is included in this over-reaching, overpriced tax that hits drivers and train riders alike going into Manhattan, but luckily, not as they are leaving Manhattan.

Now, during weekday peak hours, 5 a.m. to 9 p.m., there is a $9 increase, a $2.25 increase in offpeak commuting. Weekend peak hours are 9 a.m. to 9 p.m. This doesn’t just apply to someone driving south in Manhattan; if you are headed into

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I belong to a book club in which we read mostly nonfiction and sports, but I also enjoy mysteries and detective novels. I am currently reading “All the Sinners Bleed,” by S.A. Cosby. A sheriff in Charon County, Virginia, with a very unpleasant case. Cosby is a terrific writer.

Thanks to Randi for her other suggestions. I hope she has fun teaching the class.

JIM HAWKINS Baldwin

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I’ve been reading Randi’s columns in the Herald for years, and enjoying her take on everything, as well as her style. I am 81. Been reading since I was a single digit. My first novel was “Black Beauty,” by Anna Sewell, which I read when I was about 7.

I’ve read 135 books in each of the past two years, and I’m going to look into all the books in Randi’s curriculum, because I find I’ve read maybe one, “Of Mice and Men,” when I was way younger. Lol. No matter what, I’m going to tackle her list. I hope they don’t have to be read in that order, because I’ve chosen “The Wren, the Wren” to be my first.

RINA COHEN East Meadow

Manhattan on the Queensboro (60th Street, Central Park), Williamsburg (Lower East Side), Manhattan (Canal Street), or Brooklyn Bridge, or the Lincoln, Holland, Hugh Carey (Brooklyn-Battery) or Queens-Midtown Tunnel, you are paying this new tax.

iTo add insult to injury, the Metropolitan Transportation Authority just increased all the tolls, unrelated to congestion pricing, on all of New York City’s bridges. So, if you are using the George Washington, Bayonne or Goethals Bridge or the Outerbridge Crossing, you will have to pay an increase there as well.

n addition to congestion pricing, are you using a bridge?

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which tolls have risen.

Originally sold to New Yorkers as a plan to save the environment, congestion pricing is nothing more than just another money grab to bail out the inept and ever-failing MTA. The agen -

cy has always been mismanaged, but its current chair, Janno Lieber, has proven particularly tone-deaf. He made a comment just days after a woman was burned to death on the subway, that crime on the subways was just “in people’s heads” and that it isn’t a huge issue. His total disregard for his customers’ sense of safety is appalling, and only confirms his inability to oversee public transportation.

The MTA did no customer service survey to see how it could accommodate commuters by expanding train service, because the truth is, Lieber doesn’t care. With all these toll increases, he’s taking your money no matter what method of travel you choose.

Recognizing how bad this policy is, we saw Gov. Kathy Hochul even pause

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congestion pricing in June due to the concern that it would hurt her fellow Democrats in the November election — especially those on Long Island and in the Hudson Valley who were running for Congress. The governor only made matters worse by reinstating the policy after Election Day, with the claim that she would save us money by temporarily lowering the new tax from its original proposed fee of $15 to $9.

For all these reasons, I am co-sponsoring legislation with my fellow senators from Long Island that would permanently end congestion pricing, force the MTA to be independently audited, and create a financial control board to take control of the agency’s finances. We have paid enough into this failed authority, and it’s time for the riders to take control of this runaway train.

Alexis Weik represents the 8th State Senate District. She previously served as receiver of taxes for the Town of Islip.

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