County lawmakers pass wastewater infrastructure bill
Measure to be funded by sales tax hike
A proposition to give voters a voice on an initiative to provide funding critical wastewater infrastructure and projects in Suffolk County will be on the ballot this November. The bill seeks to provide “perpetuating” funding for both sewer projects and Innovative and Alternative OnSite Wastewater Treatment Systems (I/A Systems).
“County officials realize that we could not rely solely upon federal funds to get these vital projects done,” said one county source.
If approved, the county’s sales tax will increase by oneeighth of a percent with those additional monies ear-
IN THE NEWS
Local company hires new CFO
Amityville-based electrical contractor L.E.B. Electric announced that it has named Michael Stewart as Chief Financial Officer. Stewart has almost 10-years experience in management level finance positions within the contracting industry.
“We are thrilled to have Michael join our team. L.E.B. has seen unprecedented growth across all the industries we serve,” said L.E.B Electric’s President Bill Parker. “It has been a hallmark of ours to recruit top talent and create a positive workplace culture based on safety, training and customer service.”
“L.E.B. is a first-class organization that has a sterling reputation. I am proud to take on the CFO role,” said Stewart.
S.C. Exec. Ed Romaine signs wastewater infrastructure bill as
marked for the work outlined in the measure. The county sales tax is currently at 4.25 percent.
Suffolk County Executive Ed Romaine announced passage of the measure with S.C. Legislature Presiding Officer Kevin McCaffrey, members of the legislature, and environmental and labor leaders as he signed the historic Water Protection Bill.
“The success of this bill is the result of years of partnership and a unified mission to protect Suffolk County now, and into the future,” said Romaine. “I thank Presiding Officer McCaffrey and the legislature, Assemblyman Thiele, Senator Monica Martinez, the state delegation who supported this significant measure and all of the people who never gave up hope, worked together, and made this dream a reality.”
“It was an arduous journey to get us here today. I am proud of my colleagues who stuck it out and believed we could reach a compromise on the right funding formula to protect Suffolk’s water quality for decades to come,” said Presiding Officer Kevin J. McCaffrey. “After many months of hard work by stakeholders including Assemblyman Fred Thiele, the voters will now be able to add their approval. Voters have consistently supported clean water initiatives and open space preservation and we expect they will overwhelmingly see this as a small price to pay for generations of water quality.”
Kevin McDonald, Long Island Policy Advisor for The Nature Conservancy commended Romaine for his swift approval of the Water Quality Restoration Act, the final step in putting a landmark clean water measure before voters this November.
“If approved, the Water Quality Restoration Act will drastically reduce pollution and restore our bays and harbors by making critical infrastructure improvements not only possible, but affordable to residents and businesses,” he said.
Adrienne Esposito, Executive Director of Citizens Campaign for the Environment recognized Romaine and McCaffrey for their work and support of the measure. “The public must know this referendum is a bipartisan clean water plan based on over ten years of scientific study, collaboration, and effort,” she said. “We are now on the path to a cleaner, safer, healthier future!”
Support for the measure also came from labor including John R. Durso, President of the Long Island Federation of Labor, AFL-CIO, and Ryan Stanton, Executive Director of the Long Island Federation of Labor, AFL-CIO.
“With the signing of this bill, Long Island is one step closer to guaranteeing the availability of clean drinking water and maintaining the viability of our coastlines while creating thousands of union jobs with family-sustaining wages in the process.”
countylawmakers and local leaders applaud.
Obituary: Valerie Gill Page 6
by Joanne Anderson
Pets, Pets, Pets...
SC comptroller exam’s continuous recruitment training program
The Suffolk County Accountant Trainee, Accountant, Auditor Trainee, and Auditor civil service exams have been converted into continuous recruitment training and experience examinations. Candidates can now apply for these four exams at any time!
The minimum qualification for the Accountant Trainee and Auditor Trainee positions is graduation from a college with federally authorized accreditation or registration by NY State with a bachelor’s degree, which includes, or is supplemented by, at least twenty-four (24) credits in Accounting.
The Accountant and Auditor titles require the same education mentioned above, as well as two (2) years of experience as an accountant or auditor. Please note, that graduate level education and/or possession of a NYS Certified Public Accountant (CPA) license can substitute for one (1) or two
(2) years of experience. Details can be found at the Suffolk County Civil Service Exam e-
If interested, you may submit an online application to the Suffolk County Department of Civil Service. Jobseekers who meet the minimum qualifications will receive a rating based on
Annual
an evaluation of their training and experience against the background of the duties of the position. These approved candidates will remain eligible for appointment for a maximum of one (1) year. Suffolk County employment offers stability, room to grow and excellent benefits. For more information, please
Amityville Beach & Unqua
Joint Sailing Regatta, July 27th
On Sat., July 27, the 2nd Annual Amityville Beach & Unqua Joint Sailing Regatta will be held. The event is from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Unqua Corinthian Yacht Club. Sailing students from Amityville Beach and Unqua will sail courses for a day of fun sailing in Amityville. “We are looking forward to
A.G. Berner High School Class of 1974 Reunion scheduled for October
The A.G. Berner High School Class of 1974, 50 Year Reunion will be taking place on Sat., Oct., 12 from 7:30 to 11:30 p.m. at Captain Bill’s in Bay Shore. The cost is $100 per person. For tickets and more information, please email berner1974reunion@gmail. com, call Maureen Sweeney-Oehl at 516-234-1679 or Nancy Viglietta-Campbell 631-252-3527. Captain Bill’s is located at 122 Ocean Ave., Bay Shore.
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another successful event as we did last year,: said Terrylynn Bayon, director of Amityville Beach.
For more information call Amityville Beach at ? or. the Unqua Corinthian Yacht Club 631-691-4090. The UCYC is at 1 Unqua Pl., Amityville.
see: www.suffolkcountyny.gov/Departments/Civil-Service
“Converting these four titles into continuous recruitment is a terrific accomplishment that will assist all Suffolk County Departments in talent acquisition on a much timelier basis,” said S. C. Comptroller John M. Kennedy.
Shakespeare in the Park Returns to Amityville
Amityville Village is hosting Shakespeare in the Park on Sun., July 21 and July 28: Shakespeare in the Park is a free, outdoor performance of “Hamlet,” on two Sundays at 5 p.m. at James A. Caples Park (Amityville Beach). The event is free. Bring a chair and enjoy this lively performance by Eastline Theatre.
For more information call the Village at 631-264-6000.
Amityville Farmers Market returns
Saturdays Now through October 26
The Amityville Farmers Market will be returning Saturdays from June 15 to Oct. 26 from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Pick up fresh, local produce at their new location of the lawn at 25 Broadway, next to the First United Methodist Church.
For more information, please call 631264-6000.
Meet Some of our local scholars
The following students were recently recognized for academic achievements and graduation at their respective colleges:
• The following students were named to the University of Rhode Island Spring 2024 Dean’s List: Luke Ciolino of Amityville, Michael Deegan of Amityville, Leah Tilocca of Amityville and Marcela Torres of Copiague.
• Patrick Henzy of Amityville graduated from the College of Charleston with a bachelor of arts in Urban Studies.
•Diana Imbert of Amityville excelled during the spring 2024 semester at Hofstra, achieving a GPA of at least 3.5 to earn a spot on the Dean’s List. Diana’s major is marketing.
• Grace Reilly Linden of Amityville graduated from St. Dominic High School and will be attending Palm Beach Atlantic University in the fall. She is the daughter of Kelly and Kristine Linden.
•Martha Gonzalez of Amityville,
studying Accounting at Hofstra University and a member of the class of 2027, was named to the Spring 2024 Provost’s List.
•Ava Tucciarone of Amityville, studying Undecided-Business and a member of the class of 2027, was named to the Spring 2024 Provost’s List.
Babylon Town’s very own Olympic hopeful, AJ Palladino, who dives into every competition
By Christie Leigh Babirad
Diving for a mere three years after his parents signed him up for a Town of Babylon summer class, Arthur Palladino of Lindenhurst is only 11 but is now one of the top springboard and platform divers in the U.S, for his age group. He has qualified for the AAU (Amateur Athletic Union) National team, prequalified for the semi-finals in all events and will be competing in Rome later this month.
“I was really happy when I found out that I made the National team because I worked really hard to make it,” said Arthur, known as “AJ.”
Hoping to make it to the next Olympic trials, his diving career began in a class offered through the town’s summer program when he was 8-1/2 years old.
knew for sure that he something special. “All the other boys had much more diving experience than him and he placed top 3 in all the events,” she said. “He continues to impress us and his coaches with his rapid growth and ability to perform more complex dives each time he gets out there.”
AJ said it’s the competition and meeting new people who share his passion that he enjoys most about the sport. “I like having the
trials in 2028 where he will be just old enough to do so at the age of 14.
“I really enjoy watching him do something he loves and excels in,” said his mother. “His experiences have built so much character and it’s exciting to watch his passion, commitment and achievements.”
After watching their son’s growth over a year, his mother, Rachel, and father, Arthur, connected with a coach in Westchester who attended dive meets. This connection led to their son to his first competition at the YMCA Nationals in Ft. Lauderdale in March 2023, where he placed first in 5-meter platform tower, 2nd in 3-meter springboard and 3rd in 1-meter springboard.
His mother said that when she saw her son competing at that first national competition, she
motivation to learn new dives and after my first meet I knew I wanted to try harder and compete more and more,” said AJ, adding that his favorite competition thus far has been the AAU Red White and Blue Nationals in Texas, where he took home 3 gold medals and received the honor of joining the National team, representing the U.S. in Rome this month. “And I met so many wonderful people at that competition,” said AJ. “It was amazing.”
After AJ competes in Rome, he will be heading straight to the 2024 USA Nationals In West Virginia and has a goal of competing in the next Olympic
POLICE BLOTTER
The following incidents have been reported by the Suffolk County Police and other local police and fire departments.
ANIMAL PROBLEM
Amityville: On July. 9, shortly before 7:30 p.m., a passing motorist called police to inform them that a group of baby ducks had fallen down a street drain on South Bayview Avenue. APO Graham Eckelberg responded and rescued the ducks.
•Shortly before 9:30 p.m., on July 4, Amityville police received a call about a loose dog on Swarthout Place. APO Graham Eckelberg responded and was able to capture the dog. He conducted a house-tohouse canvassing of the area but could not locate the owner. Police then posted the dog’s photo on social media and the owner came forward saying she was out on her boat that day and the dog got out of the home. Dog and owners were reunited.
BIKE STOLEN
Amityville: A 1998 Schwinn, valued at $700 was
stolen from the LIRR station. The owner said he locked up the bike on a rack at the station at 6:30 a.m., and that when he returned at 11:20 p.m., the bike was gone.
ARRESTS
Driving while intoxicated or impaired: David Ambra, 48, of E. Neptune Ave., Lindenhurst; Rosa K. Sanchez, 56, Old Sunrise Hwy., Massapequa; Assault: Isaac A Flores, 30, 10 th St., Long Island City (Also charged with Petit Larceny and Resisting Arrest);
Petit Larceny: Nyaire Montgomery, 20 of Reler Lane, Franklin Township, New Jersey.
The charges against those listed are allegations and the cases are still pending in the courts. Individuals charged and whose names appear in this column may submit documentation to us at a later date that the charges have been dismissed or that they have been found innocent and we will include that information in this space in a timely manner.
AJ trains four days a week and in his free time he said that he likes to hang out with his family and friends and jump on his trampoline. He recently graduated from Harding Avenue Elementary School and
will be starting at Lindenhurst Middle School this fall.
“We are extremely proud of him,” said his mother, who added that what is particularly rewarding for her to see is her son’s sportsmanship. “He’s so supportive. I really enjoy watching him dive but also enjoy seeing the positive interactions he has with his fellow divers.”
As far as advice AJ would give to anyone who is trying find their passion or keep going with what they enjoy, he said, “Don’t give up. Try harder every day, and don’t be afraid to try different things because you might like it.”
AJ is currently looking for sponsors. His mother said that with these competitions there is a lot of travel involved and she and her husband would like to continue to help AJ go as far as he possibly can. If a company is interested in sponsoring AJ, you can reach Rachel Palladino at rachiep22@gmail. com.
You can follow AJ on TikTok @AJdives and on Instagram @ajpalladinodives D.C.
Diver AJ Palladino
Embrace the delights of summer before they slowly slip away
Ah, summer—a fleeting season of leisure and warmth, a precious respite from our hectic lives. It's a time to savor the simple joys: the laughter of loved ones, the taste of ice cream melting in the sun, the refreshing taste of watermelon on a hot day. Here on Long Island, we're blessed with an abundance of these delights as well as with special events that make our communities so unique.
Picture strolling through bustling farmers markets, where baskets overflow with fresh produce, artisanal breads, and jars of homemade preserves. These markets bring communities together, filling parks with the vibrant colors and flavors of the season.
In the evenings and on warm weekday afternoons, local concerts offer us the chance to get down to our business districts, parks and waterfronts, and unwind under the open sky. Our beautiful waterways give us the opportunity to boat and ski or cast a lazy line to catch a fish. And how can we forget
our world-class beaches, where we can build sandcastles and create memories with every splash of the surf.
Yet, as swiftly as summer arrives, makes a hasty departure. Soon, the rhythms of life will shift: children preparing for a new school year, pools quietly readied for winter, gardens yielding their final harvests. But for now, summer grants us permission to slow down, to linger over moments that can wait until autumn's chill beckons.
So, let's seize this season, embrace its lazy afternoons and sunlit evenings. Let's savor every sun-kissed moment, ensuring that summer of 2024 leaves us with memories as bright as the days themselves.
And let’s not forget to thank the members of the local chambers of commerce and other organizations who work so hard to bring us these wonderful summers, as well as the town, village and county workers who also help make it all happen and keep us safe.
PUBLIC COMMENTARY: By Bryan Golden
A life lesson on finding solutions to get through formidable problems
By Everyone encounters adverse circumstances. Some people survive and thrive while others suffer and allow their spirit to be extinguished. It's not the circumstances that vary, it is the manner in which each individual chooses to respond.
Harold was out for a walk when he came across an old abandoned well shaft. Peering over the edge, he lost his footing and fell to the bottom of the deep well. Miraculously, Harold was unhurt as he landed in the soft dirt at the bottom.
As Harold sat down to ponder his options, some dirt landed on his head. Ralph, the owner of the farm where the well was located, had meant for years to fill in the old dry well so that it wouldn't be a hazard. Just hours after Harold's mishap, Ralph and several of his farmer
neighbors, arrived at the well to finally fill it in. Harold yelled up to the men. But the well was too deep for them to hear him and it was certainly too dark for them to see him. Furthermore, Ralph and his friends never expected someone to be in the well. Fortunately for Harold, the well was located in a location that was impossible to get a backhoe into. So, the men were filling in the well with hand shovels.
Harold quickly realized the men had no idea he was trapped at the bottom. Harold knew that if he didn't do anything, he would be buried. So, as each shovel of dirt landed on him, he shook it off and packed it underneath his feet. Little by little, Harold was able work his way up the shaft.
Ralph and the men at the top of the well were in shock when Harold eventually climbed out. Although he was completely filthy, Harold was ecstatic that he was free from his awful predicament. Harold contemplated how ironic it was that the same dirt he used for his escape would have been his demise had he not taken any action.
We can learn a number of lessons from Harold's experience. First of all, it is possible you will find yourself in an unexpected situation you didn't plan for and don't like. Once Harold fell
into the well, all that mattered to him was how was he going to get out.
How he came to be in his predicament and what he could have done to avoid it were irrelevant so long as he remained trapped. Harold might wish he was not trapped or lament his carelessness in falling down the well. But in order for Harold to survive, all of his mental and physical energy must be devoted to solving his problem.
Harold's circumstances were not going to improve on their own. If he did nothing, his situation would have gotten worse. If Harold were passive, the dirt falling on him would have buried him.
Life can get messy. When dirt starts falling, stand up, shake yourself off, and use it to your advantage. Don't act like a victim. Ralph was not targeting Harold. You have to be self-reliant and help yourself. Assistance from others is not always available.
Don't panic. Your situation may seem dark, but there is a way out. Don't panic, keep your wits. Don't just lie down, you must move up and out.
Whenever you fall into a hole, you can never dig your way out. One way or another, you have to climb out. If you want to improve a bad situation, the only way to go is up. When the dirt starts falling, you have got to get moving in order to avoid being covered over.
By Bryan Golden: "Dare to Live Without Limits," now available at www.BryanGolden.com or your bookstore.
The writer is a management consultant, motivational speaker, author, and adjunct professor.
You can e-mail him at bryan@columnist.com
Your Local Calendar of Events
THURSDAY, July 25
• Amityville Rotary Club meeting, 8 a.m., Brownstones, 55 Merrick Road, Amityville. For information, go to rotary7255.org or call President Michele Camilleri at 631-598-1700.
• Suffolk County Legislature Public Safety Committee: 9:30 a.m., Rose Caracappa Auditorium, William H. Rogers Building, 725 Veterans Memorial Highway, Hauppauge. For more information, call 631-853-4070 or visit scnylegislature.us/calendar.
• Suffolk County Legislature Ways & Means Committee: 11 a.m., Rose Caracappa Auditorium, William H. Rogers Building, 725 Veterans Memorial Highway, Hauppauge. For more information, call 631-853-4070 or visit scnylegislature.us/calendar.
• Suffolk County Legislature Health Committee: 12:30 p.m., Rose Caracappa Auditorium, William H. Rogers Building, 725 Veterans Memorial Highway, Hauppauge. For more information, call 631-853-4070 or visit scnylegislature.us/calendar.
• Town of Babylon Zoning Board of Appeals: 6 p.m., Town Board Room, 200 Sunrise Highway, Lindenhurst. For information, call 631-957-3012 or email zoningcomments@ townofbabylon.com
• Amityville Kiwanis: 7 p.m., via Zoom. For more information, email amityvillekiwanis@ gmail.com or visit the Amityville Kiwanis Facebook page.
FRIDAY, July 26
• Simpson United Methodist Church Thrift Shop: 10 a.m. to 1 p.m., 30 Locust Ave., Amityville. For more information, call 631-7892569.
• St. Mary’s Thrift Shop: 10:30 a.m. to 3 p.m., 175 Broadway, Amityville, enter from rear parking lot. Lots of collectibles, glassware, clothing and other gently used items. For information, call 631-464-4899.
• Amityville Public Library Presents Fridays on the Greene: 6 p.m., Greene Avenue and Broadway, Amityville. Featuring live music from Acoustic Blue. Hosted by the Village of Amityville and the Amityville Chamber of Commerce.
SATURDAY, July 27
• Amityville Farmer’s Market: 9 a.m. to 1 p.m., 25 Broadway, First United Methodist Church, Amityville. For more information, email amityfarmersmarket@gmail.com.
• The Long Island Dahlia Society: 9 a.m., Bayard Cutting Arboretum, 440 Montauk Hwy., Great River. All are welcome. Come and learn how to care for your dahlias. For more information call 631-972-8829 (leave message) or visit www.longislanddahlia.org
• Church Attic Thrift Shop: 10 a.m. to 1 p.m., First United Methodist Church, 25 Broadway,
Amityville. For information, call 631-264-0152 or email amitychurch1792@gmail.com
• Bay Village Civic Association Flower Sale, Farmers Market and Craft/Artisan Vendors: 10 a.m. to 3 p.m., First United Methodist Church, 25 Broadway, Amityville.
• St. Mary’s Thrift Shop: 10:30 a.m. to 1 p.m., 175 Broadway, Amityville, enter from rear parking lot. Lots of collectibles, glassware, clothing and other gently used items. For information, call 631-464-4899.
SUNDAY, July 28
• Simpson United Methodist Church Thrift Shop: 10 a.m. to 1 p.m., 30 Locust Ave., Amityville. For more information, call 631-7892569.
MONDAY, July 29
• Amityville Village Board: 7 p.m., Village Hall, 21 Ireland Place, Amityville. Visit Amityville.com or call 631-264-6000 for more information.
TUESDAY, July 30
• Suffolk County Legislature General Meeting: 9:30 a.m., Rose Caracappa Auditorium, William H. Rogers Building, 725 Veterans Memorial Highway, Hauppauge. For more information, call 631-853-4070 or visit scnylegislature.us/calendar.
• Emotional Health Recovery and Support Group: 7:30 to 9 p.m., Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 9592, 55 Hickory Lane, Levittown. Free weekly, in-person meeting of Emotions Anonymous, a 12-step support group for anyone experiencing emotional difficulties. For more information, call Steve at 631-332-0552 or Jill at 516-220-7808. All calls are confidential.
WEDNESDAY, July 31
• The Long Island Dahlia Society: 9 a.m., Bayard Cutting Arboretum, 440 Montauk Hwy., Great River. All are welcome. Come and learn how to care for your dahlias. Tubers will be available for sale starting in April. For more information call 631-972-8829 (leave message) or visit www.longislanddahlia.org
• Church Attic Thrift Shop: 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. First United Methodist Church, 25 Broadway, Amityville. For information, call 631-264-0152 or email amitychurch1792@gmail.com.
• Town of Babylon Rental Board: 6 p.m. Planning and Development Rental Division, Town Board Room, 200 Sunrise Highway, Lindenhurst. For more information, call 631-957-4434 or email rentalcomments@townofbabylon.com.
• Emotional Health Recovery and Support Group: 7:30 to 9 p.m. Free weekly, virtual meeting of Emotions Anonymous, a 12-step support group for anyone experiencing emotional difficulties. For more information, call Steve at 631332-0552 or Jill at 516-220-7808. All calls are confidential.
Free Summer Concerts at Bayard Cutting Arboretum State Park
The Bayard Cutting Arboretum State Park will be hosting a free summer concert series, part of the celebration of 50 years of the Islip Arts Council. All shows begin at 2 p.m.
Buddy Merriam on July 28, Janine DiNatale and Friends on Aug., 4, Chasing Time on Aug., 11 and Easy Street on Aug., 18. For more information, please visit isliparts.org or call 631-888-3525.
Bayard Cutting Arboretum State Park is located at 440 Montauk Hwy., Great River.
Obituary NOtice
Valerie Mary Ninette Gill, formerAmityville resident and parishioner at St. Martin’s, at 94
By Christie Leigh Babirad
Described as a woman of strong faith, Valerie Mary Ninette Gill, formerly of Amityville, died on March 1, 2024 at 94 years old.
Mrs. Gill was born on February 8, 1930 in Colombo, Sri Lanka to Frederick and Henrietta Rodrigo. She grew up there and remained there until 1966 when
Amityville,
she and her husband Thomas Kronemberg and their five children emigrated to America. The family first settled in Brooklyn before moving out to Amityville in 1969 to a house on Sterling Place where her husband worked in the electrical field. A few years later they moved to Mill Street but he died shortly after due to long-standing illnesses.
She later met and married Jerry Gill and they moved to Oak Street and later Green Avenue when the children were grown.
Mrs. Gill’s granddaughter, Jaclynkelli Kronemberg said that when her grandmother moved to Amityville, she found a community that she would always hold dear.
of her life.”
Mrs. Gill enrolled her children in Saint Martin of Tours School and would take her grandchildren to church every Sunday, forming a close relationship with the church. Her granddaughter Brandy Jenkins said the memories she holds of her grandmother are “countless,” but one that stands out was their Sunday routine of attending mass together, followed by a “beautiful Sri Lankan dinner.”
Mrs. Gill also taught catechism classes at the church and she often volunteered to help the church in whatever way she could. “She was a faithful and generous parishioner,” said her daughter Tira.
“My mother was most happy living in Amityville,” said her daughter Tira Branch. “She loved the village, the beach, the parks, the parades, her children’s schools and her lifelong friends who became part
“She had a very big heart and instilled in us the importance of giving back and being kind,” said her granddaughter Jaclynkelli, who added that even after her grandmother moved to North Carolina, she was involved with Meals on Wheels, always there to help those in need.
Mrs. Gill also worked in the thrift shop at St. Vincent DePaul for many years as a salesclerk and then
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Local Worship Schedules and Services
ST. PAUL’S
LUTHERAN CHURCH
147 Park Ave., Amityville Office Tel. 631-264-0763
Rev. Thomas W. Cusanelli
WORSHIP SERVICES: Sunday Worship 10:00 a.m. Thursday Worship 7:30 p.m.
Accessible to the Physically Challenged “The Friendly Church” www.stpaulsamityville.com
20 Clark Blvd., Massapequa Park 516-799-7832
The Rev. Micah Stumme, Pastor Sunday 10:00 A.M. with ASL Interpretation Sunday 4:00 P.M. Fully Wheelchair Accessible Website: www.stdavidslutheran.net Facebook: stdavidslutheran
The Rev. Calvin Collins, Pastor
ST. MARY’S
CHURCH
30 Locust Ave., Amityville 631-789-2569
Rev. Akio Iyoda, Pastor
SUNDAY
Worship Service • 11:00 am “Here you are a stranger but once” Handicapped Accessible
37 Union Ave. Amityville, NY 11701 • 631-264-0124 EPISCOPAL • ANGLICAN ST. DAVID’S LUTHERAN
175 Broadway, Amityville 631-264-0004
ST. MARTIN OF TOURS
Fr. Randolph Jon Geminder, Rector www.facebook.com/ StMarysAmityville
Sunday: Matins 7:30 am Low Mass: 8:00 am Sung Mass 10:00 am (With Nursery & Church School)
Tuesday thru Saturday Mass 9:00am
Tuesday thru Friday: Evening Prayer: 4:30 pm Confession: First Fridays 5 pm
Rev. Gerard Gordon Pastor Masses : Saturday 5:00 pm Sunday 9:00 am, 10:30 am, 12:00 Noon, and 5:00 pm
Church: www.stmartinschurch.org School: www.smtschool.org
Valerie Gill
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Avenue, 954.87’ south of Suburban Avenue, Deer Park, NY.
SCTM#0100-93-2-10.002
Zoning District: Industry G Subject Premises: 431 Brook Ave., Deer Park, NY 11729
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5. Application #24-087 of Frontline Auto Sales (tenant)/ Brigandi Management Corp. (property owner), 925 Peconic Avenue, West Babylon, NY 11704. Requesting a special exception permit to conduct a used car lot for sales of new and used cars; allow outdoor storage of new and used cars and small trucks. All in connection with an existing used car lot (previously approved for three (3) years; expired January 28, 2018). Property located on the north side of Route 109 (Babylon Farmingdale Rd.), 100’ west of 3rd Ave., West Babylon, NY.
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Zoning District: Business E Subject Premises: 869 Route 109, West Babylon, NY 11704
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6. Application #24-135 of Cosmos Service Center (applicant)/200 Herzel Corp. (property owner), 200 Herzel Boulevard, West Babylon, NY 11704. Requesting a special exception permit to operate a public garage for auto body repair; diminish off-street parking from eleven (11) parking stalls required to seven (7) parking stalls provided; allow outdoor storage for four (4) vehicles awaiting repair in the front yard. All in connection with an existing building (previously approved for four (4) years; expired May 14, 2024). Property located on the northwest corner of 3rd Ave. and Herzel Blvd., West Babylon, NY.
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Zoning District: Business E
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7. Application #24-137 of Four for Soob LLC, 305 Sunrise Highway, Lindenhurst, NY 11757. Requesting renewal of a special exception permit to operate a public garage for auto repair; diminish off street parking from forty-one (41) parking stalls
Public Notices — Your right to know
required to thirty-eight (38) parking stalls provided; allow outdoor storage of oil tanks and tires. All in connection with an existing building (previously approved for five (5) years; expired August 20, 2023). Property located on the south side of Sunrise Hwy., 213.29’ east of North Jefferson Ave., Lindenhurst, NY.
SCTM#0100-208-5-46.002
Zoning District: Business Eb
Subject Premises: 205 East Sunrise Highway, Lindenhurst, NY 11757
6:35 p.m.
8. Application #24-139 of Richard Francisco (applicant)/Friend of Ours, LLC, 21 Eads Street, West Babylon, NY 11704. Requesting a special exception permit to operate a pet crematory. All in connection with an existing building (previously approved for one (1) year; expired November 5, 2022). Property located on the east side of Eads St., 160’ north of Edison Ave., West Babylon, NY.
SCTM#0100-74-2-24.013
Zoning District: Industry Gb
6:40 p.m.
9. Application #24134 of 945 Little East Neck Realty LLC, 286 Weeks Avenue, Manorville, NY 11949. Permission to diminish distance from grade to bottom of sign from 8’ to 5’- 8 ½”; increase area of price sign from 12 sq. ft. to 23.14 sq. ft.; increase number of signs per pole from one (1) to two (2); diminish distance from property line from 10’ to 1’. All in connection with a non-conforming price/ ground sign. Property located on the northeast corner of Little East Neck Road and Amsterdam Ave., West Babylon, NY.
SCTM#0100-138-4127.001
Zoning District: Business E
Subject Premises: 945 Little East Neck Road, West Babylon, NY 11704
6:45 p.m.
10. Application #24133 of 945 Little East Neck Realty LLC, 286 Weeks Avenue, Manorville, NY 11949. Requesting a special nonconforming alteration permit for interior alterations and to erect a canopy for an existing gas station; diminish front
yard setback for canopy from 10’ to 5.4’ on Little East Neck Road; diminish distance between dispensers from 20’ required to 8’ provided (for north dispenser); diminish distance between dispensers from 20’ required to 12’ provided (for south dispenser); allow gas station to be located on Little East Neck Road and Amsterdam, non-permitted roadways; diminish front yard landscape buffer from 10’ to 0’ on Little East Neck Road, diminish front yard landscape buffer from 10’ to 4.3’ on Amsterdam Avenue; diminish landscape buffer along parcels zoned/ employed for residential purpose from 10’ to 3.9’; diminish driveway offset from adjourning property on Little East Neck Road from 10’ required to 2.1’ provided; diminish driveway intersection offset from 25’ required to 6.2’ provided on Little East Neck Road; diminish driveway intersection offset from 25’ required to 19.4’ provided on Amsterdam Avenue; allow gasoline service station to adjoin residentially used parcels. All in connection with alterations to an existing non-conforming gas station and to erect a new canopy. Property located on the southeast corner of Little East Neck Rd. and Amsterdam Ave., West Babylon, NY.
SCTM#0100-138-4127.001
Zoning District: Business E
Subject Premises: 945 Little East Neck Road, West Babylon, NY 11704
ALL PERSONS OR THEIR DULY APPOINTED REPRESENTATIVE MUST APPEAR IN PERSON AT THE ABOVE HEARING. ALL CASES WILL BE HEARD IN THE ORDER IN WHICH THEY ARE ADVERTISED, TO BE FOLLOWED BY ADJOURNED CASES.
BY ORDER OF THE ZONING BOARD OF APPEALS
MICHAEL KANE, CHAIRMAN
Dated: Babylon Town Hall Lindenhurst, New York
JULY 15, 2024 24/472, 7/24/24
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SUPREME COURT OF THE STATE OF NEW YORK
COUNTY OF SUFFOLK
Index No. 207754/2022
Date Filed: 7/8/2024
SUPPLEMENTAL SUMMONS
Premises being foreclosed: 2 Biel Dr Amityville, NY 11701
ACTION TO FORECLOSE MORTGAGE ON PROPERTY SITUATED IN SUFFOLK COUNTY
LNV Corporation, Plaintiff, -againstAfrika C. Parks, Shawnika Williams, Letitia Saint Louis, Fredrika Council, Joan Williams, Clerk of the Suffolk County Traffic & Parking Violations Agency, Clerk of the Suffolk County District Court, Incorporated Village of Islandia, Cavalry SPV I LLC, New York State Department of Taxation and Finance-Tax Compliance Division-C.O.-ATC, Internal Revenue Service- United States of America, and, The Unknown Heirs at law, next of kin, distributees, devisees, grantees, trustees, lienors, creditors, assignees and successors in interest of any of the aforesaid defendants at law, next of kin, distributees, devisees, grantees, trustees, lienors, creditors, assignees and successors in interest of the aforesaid classes of persons, if they or any of them be dead, and their respective husbands, wives or widows, if any, all of whom and whose names and places of residence are unknown to
the plaintiff, except as herein stated, Defendant(s).
TO THE ABOVE DEFENDANTS:
YOU ARE HEREBY SUMMONED to answer the Complaint in this action, and to serve a copy of your Answer, or if the Complaint is not served with this Summons, to serve a Notice of Appearance on the Plaintiff’s attorneys within twenty (20) days after the service of the Summons exclusive of the day of service or within thirty (30) days after completion of service where service is made in any other manner than by personal delivery within the State. In case of your failure to appear, or answer, judgment will be taken against you by default for the relief demanded in this Complaint.
TO THE ABOVE NAMED DEFENDANTS: The foregoing Summons is served upon you by publication pursuant to an Order of the Hon. Thomas F. Whelan, a Justice of the Supreme Court, Suffolk County entered June 24, 2024 and filed with the complaint and other papers in the Suffolk County Clerk’s Office.
THE OBJECT OF THE ACTION is to foreclose a mortgage recorded in the Office of the Clerk of the County of Suffolk on January 24, 2007 in Liber 21463, Page 74, covering premises k/a 2 Biel Dr., Amityville, NY 11701 a/k/a District 0100, Section 171.00, Block 02.00,
Lot 067.000. Plaintiff designates SUFFOLK County as the place for trial. Venue is based upon the County in which the mortgaged premises is situated.
NOTICE YOU ARE IN DANGER OF LOSING YOUR HOME
If you do not respond to this summons and complaint by serving a copy of the answer on the attorney for the mortgage company who filed this foreclosure proceeding against you and filing the answer with the court, a default judgment may be entered and you can lose your home.
Speak to an attorney or go to the court where your case is pending for further information on how to answer the summons and protect your property. Sending a payment to your mortgage company will not stop this foreclosure action. YOU MUST RESPOND BY SERVING A COPY OF THE ANSWER ON THE ATTORNEY FOR THE PLAINTIFF (MORTGAGE COMPANY) AND FILING THE ANSWER WITH THE COURT.
Dated: July 1, 2024 Westbury, New York
Edward Wiener, Esq. Stein, Wiener & Roth, LLP Attorneys for Plaintiff 1400 Old Country Road, Suite 315 Westbury, NY 11590 (516)-742-1212 #101617 24-473. 7/24, 31, 8/7, 14
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Valerie Mary Ninette Gill, at 94
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“And she was proud of all of us.”
She carefully honed the skills of sewing, knitting and cooking and shared those with family and friends, sometimes donating children’s clothing that she made as well to local hospitals.
“We were always together,” said her daughter Tira, who now cherishes the time they spent together going to local events and enjoying family celebrations.
Her granddaughter Brandy also remembers, with fondness, the time she spent with her grandmother. “I will forever hold dear the image of my grandmother, a truly remarkable individual both inside and out,” she said. “Her love and warmth touched the hearts of all who crossed her path; she not only taught me the art of knitting and sewing, but she also instilled in me the values of respect and unconditional love.”
Valerie Mary Ninette Gill is predeceased by her mother and father, Frederick and Henrietta Rodrigo, her first husband Thomas Kronemberg, siblings Aubrey, Ronald, Carlyle, Clement and Heather and her grandson Clifton Odell Robin-
son, Jr.
She is survived by her husband Gerald “Jerry” Gill of Saratoga, sister Christine Neydorff and her husband Ronald of Melbourne, Australia, her children Cherie Robinson and her husband Odell of Winfall, North Carolina, Humphrey Kronemberg and his wife Jackie of Amityville, Kurt Kronemberg and his wife Janet of Bay Shore, Kevin Kronemberg of Lawrenceveille, Georgia and Tira Branch and her husband Lester of Wheatley Heights. She is also survived by her grandchildren, great-grandchildren and many nieces and nephews.
Mrs. Gill reposed at Gregory B. Levett and Sons Funeral Homes, 914 Scenic Highway South, Lawrenceville Georgia on March 16, 2024 with a service in Gwinnett Chapel, followed by a private cremation.
The Church of Saint Martin of Tours at 37 Union Avenue in Amityville will be dedicating a mass in her honor on Sunday, September 22, 2024 at 12 p.m. All are welcome to attend. A memorial tree has also been planted in front of 42 Green Avenue.
NOTICE OF SALE
SUPREME COURTCOUNTY OF SUFFOLK
OCWEN LOAN SERVICING, LLC
Plaintiff, Against YINKA DANIEL, ET AL
Defendant(s)
Pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale, duly entered 07/19/2022, I, the undersigned Referee, will sell at public auction, at Babylon Town Hall, 200 East Sunrise Highway, Lindenhurst, NY 11757, on 8/1/2024 at 2:30PM, premises known as 31 Croydon Road, 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 Amityville, In The Town Of Babylon, County Of Suffolk And State Of New York.
District 0100 Section 175.00 Block 01.00 Lot 008.000
The approximate amount of the current Judgment lien is $453,494.35 plus interest and costs. The Premises will be sold subject to provisions of the aforesaid Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale; Index # 620212/2017
James A. Pascarella, Esq., Referee.
MCCABE, WEISBERG & CONWAY, LLC, 10 Midland Avenue, Suite 205, Port Chester, NY 10573
Dated: 6/4/2024 File Number: 17-301761 CA 24-449 7/3, 10, 17, 24
SUPREME COURT OF THE STATE OF NEW YORK COUNTY OF SUFFOLK
U.S. BANK TRUST, N.A., AS TRUSTEE FOR LSF9 MASTER PARTICIPATION TRUST, -againstHENRY THOMAS JR., 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 30, 2023, wherein U.S. BANK TRUST, N.A., AS TRUSTEE FOR LSF9 MASTER PARTICIPATION
TRUST is the Plaintiff and HENRY THOMAS JR., 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
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LINDENHURST, NY 11757, on August 8, 2024 at 1:30PM, premises known as 17 PINE ROAD, AMITYVILLE, NY 11701; and the following tax map identification: 0100099.00-01.00-040.000.
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.: 602719/2020. 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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SUPREME COURT OF THE STATE OF NEW YORK COUNTY OF SUFFOLK PennyMac Loan Services, LLC, Plaintiff, -againstJohn Seminario, Anthony Desimone, Heir to the Estate of Antoinette Desimone, Peter Priore, Heir to the Estate of Antoinette Desimone, Kenneth J. Montemurro, Heir to the Estate of Deborah Montemurro who was Heir to the Estate of Antoinette Desimone, Kenneth M. Montemurro, Heir to the Estate of Deborah Montemurro who was Heir to the Estate of Antoinette Desimone, Christopher Montemurro, Heir to the Estate of Deborah Montemurro who was Heir to the Estate of Antoinette Desimone, Michelle Mapes, Heir to the Estate of Deborah Montemurro who was Heir to the Estate of Antoinette Desimone, New York State Department of Taxation and Finance, United States of America, Antoinette Desimone's unknown heirs-at-law,
next-of-kin, distributees, executors, administrators, trustees, devisees, legatees, assignees, lienors, creditors, and successors in interest and generally all persons having or claiming under, by or through said defendant who may be deceased, by purchase, inheritance, lien or otherwise, any right, title or interest in the real property described in the complaint herein, Deborah Montemurro's unknown heirs-at-law, next-of-kin, distributees, executors, administrators, trustees, devisees, legatees, assignees, lienors, creditors, and successors in interest and generally all persons having or claiming under, by or through said defendant who may be deceased, by purchase, inheritance, lien or otherwise, any right, title or interest in the real property described in the complaint herein, Deborah Desimone, Defendants.
Index No.: 603137/2024
Filed: June 27, 2024
SUPPLEMENTAL SUMMONS
Plaintiff designates Suffolk County as the place of trial. Venue is based upon the County in which the mortgaged premises is situated.
TO THE ABOVE NAMED DEFENDANT(S): YOU ARE HEREBY SUMMONED to answer the Complaint in this action and to serve a copy of your Answer or, if the Complaint is not served with this Summons, to serve a Notice of Appearance on the attorneys for the plaintiff within twenty (20) days after service of this Summons, exclusive of the day of service; or within thirty (30) days after service is complete if this Summons is not personally delivered to you within the State of New York; or within sixty (60) days if it is the United States of America. In case of your failure to appear or answer, judgment will be taken against you by default for the relief demanded in the Complaint.
NOTICE OF NATURE OF ACTION AND RELIEF SOUGHT
THE OBJECT of the above captioned action is to foreclose a Mortgage to secure $355,120.00 and interest, recorded in the office of the clerk of the County of Suffolk on December 23, 2016 in Liber M00022771,
Page 786 covering premises known as 18 Johnson Court, Babylon, NY 11702.
The relief sought in the within action is a final judgment directing the sale of the premises described above to satisfy the debt secured by the Mortgage described above.
NOTICE YOU ARE IN DANGER OF LOSING YOUR HOME
If you do not respond to this summons and complaint by serving a copy of the answer on the attorney for the mortgage company who filed this foreclosure proceeding against you and filing the answer with the court, a default judgment may be entered and you can lose your home.
Speak to an attorney or go to the court where your case is pending for further information on how to answer the summons and protect your property. Sending a payment to your mortgage company will not stop this foreclosure action. YOU MUST RESPOND BY SERVING A COPY OF THE ANSWER ON THE ATTORNEY FOR THE PLAINTIFF (MORTGAGE COMPANY) AND FILING THE ANSWER WITH THE COURT.
Dated: Bay Shore, New York June 26, 2024 Frenkel, Lambert, Weiss, Weisman & Gordon, LLP /s/BY: Linda P. Manfredi Attorneys for Plaintiff 53 Gibson Street Bay Shore, New York 11706 (631) 969-3100
Our File No.: 01-095962-F00 24-458. 7/3, 10, 17, 24
NOTICE
In accordance with Notfor-Profit Corporation Law §1513-a, Wellwood Cemetery Asso-ciation, Inc. located at 1400 Wellwood Ave, West Babylon, NY 11704, is commencing the process to declare abandoned and reacquire certain unused gravesites on the grounds of OPOCHNA PROGRESSIVE SOCIETY, INC.
Contact information: Wellwood Cemetery Assn., Inc. c/o John Nolan (631249-2300)
July 2024 24-461 7/10, 17, 24
NOTICE TO BIDDERS
The Board of Education of the Copiague Union Free School District, Copiague, New York, (hereinafter referred to as “Copiague”), in accordance with Section 103 of Article 5-A of the General Municipal Law, hereby invites the submission of sealed bids from reputable and qualified contractors for the provision of labor and materials for the following contracts in the schools of the School District:
#24/25-008
PROFESSIONAL DRIVER
EDUCATION - ROAD
INSTRUCTION SERVICES
August 6, 2024, at 2:00 p.m.
Bids for Professional Driver Education- Road Instruction for the term of September 2024 through June 2025 (Official school calendar will be provided) will be received until the above stated hour of prevailing time and date at the Copiague UFSD Business Office, 2650 Great Neck Road, Copiague New York, at which time and place all bids will be publicly opened. In the event that the Copiague UFSD Purchasing Department is closed the day of the Bid Opening, the bid(s) will be opened at the same time, on the next day that the Copiague UFSD Purchasing Department is open. All bids received after the date and time stated in the Notice to Bidders will not be considered and will be returned to the bidder.
Specifications and bid forms may be obtained at the same office beginning on July 22, 2024, Monday through Thursday, from 8:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. excluding holidays.
Bids must be presented on the standard proposal form in the manner designated therein and as required by the specifications. All bids must be enclosed in sealed envelopes which are clearly marked on the outside: Bid
For: “Copiague UFSD –#24/25-008 Professional Driver Education - Road Instruction Contract”. Bids shall remain firm for a period of forty-five (45) days following the date of the bid opening.
The Board of Education
reserves the right to waive any informalities in or to reject any or all bids, or to accept that bid which, in the Board of Education’s judgment, is in the best interest of the School District.
The Board of Education reserves the right to consider experience, service and reputation in the abovereferenced fields. In addition, the Board of Education reserves the right to consider the financial responsibility and specific qualifications, as set out herein, of the prospective bidder in its evaluation of the bids and award of the contracts.
NOTICE is hereby given that the PLANNING BOARD of the Village of Amityville will hold a Public Hearing in the Court Room of Village Hall, 21 Ireland Place, Amityville, NY at 6:00 P.M. on THURSDAY, August 8th, 2024, to consider the following applications: APPLICATION OF NOLAN LAUTERBORN: Applicant seeks architectural review and approval associated with the proposed construction of a new one family dwelling pursuant to Section 24-6 A. (1) (h) of the Village of Amityville Code. Premises located on the North side of Shore Road approximately 270 feet West of Central Avenue in a “Residential B” District known as 51 Shore Road a/k/a SCTM#101-131-5.
APPLICATION OF GUSTAVO RUIZ FOR AUTO STREAM OUTLET: Applicant seeks review and approval for the proposed installation of a wall sign pursuant to Section 24-6 A. (1) (j) of the Village of Amityville Code. Premises located on the North side of Sunrise Hwy. (RT 27) approximately 712 feet West of Hunter Court in a “B-2 Business” District known as 189 Sunrise Hwy. a/k/a SCTM #101-2-3-16. By Order of the Planning Board, Village of Amityville Catherine Murdock, Clerk/ Treasure 24/471, 7/24, 31
Deborah VanFlorcke, District Clerk BOARD OF EDUCATION COPIAGUE UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT 24/469, 1x, 7/24/24 Read the legals and stay
NOTICE
In accordance with Notfor-Profit Corporation Law §1513-a, Beth Moses Cemetery Cor-poration, located at 1500 Wellwood Ave, West Babylon, NY 11704, is commencing the process to declare abandoned and reacquire certain unused gravesites on the grounds of INDEPENDENT SOCHOTZOWER YOUNG MEN’S SICK SUPPORT SOCIETY. Contact information: Wellwood Cemetery Assn., Inc. c/o John Nolan (631-249-2300) July 2024 24-462. 7/10, 17, 24
SUPREME COURT OF THE STATE OF NEW YORK COUNTY OF SUFFOLK INDEX NO. 616162/2019 DEUTSCHE BANK NATIONAL TRUST COMPANY, AS TRUSTEE FOR FREMONT HOME LOAN TRUST 20052, ASSET-BACKED CERTIFICATES, SERIES 2005-2, Plaintiff, vs.
GABB’NDUTHIEL T THERMITUS, AS HEIR AND DISTRIBUTEE OF THE ESTATE OF THIELO THERMITUS; C.T., A MINOR DAUGHTER, BY AND THROUGH THEIR NATURAL GUARDIAN, CHRISTA M LABRANCHE, AS HEIR AND DISTRIBUTEE OF THE ESTATE OF THIELO THERMITUS; C.T., A MINOR SON, BY AND THROUGH THEIR NATURAL GUARDIAN, CHRISTA M LABRANCHE, AS HEIR AND DISTRIBUTEE OF THE ESTATE OF THIELO THERMITUS; DUTHYMINE THERMITUS, AS HEIR AND DISTRIBUTEE OF THE ESTATE OF THIELO THERMITUS, if living, and if she/he be dead, any and all persons unknown to plaintiff, claiming, or who may claim to have an interest in, or general or specific lien upon the real property described in this action; such unknown persons being herein generally described and intended to be included in the following designation, namely: the wife, widow, husband, widower, heirs at law, next of kin, descendants, executors, administrators,
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devisees, legatees, creditors, trustees, committees, lienors, and assignees of such deceased, any and all persons deriving interest in or lien upon, or title to said real property by, through or under them, or either of them, and their respective wives, widows, husbands, widowers, heirs at law, next of kin, descendants, executors, administrators, devisees, legatees, creditors, trustees, committees, lienors and assigns, all of whom and whose names, except as stated, are unknown to plaintiff; M’GIA THERMITUS, AS HEIR AND DISTRIBUTEE OF THE ESTATE OF THIELO THERMITUS, if living, and if she/he be dead, any and all persons unknown to plaintiff, claiming, or who may claim to have an interest in, or general or specific lien upon the real property described in this action; such unknown persons being herein generally described and intended to be included in the following designation, namely: the wife, widow, husband, widower, heirs at law, next of kin, descendants, executors, administrators, devisees, legatees, creditors, trustees, committees, lienors, and assignees of such deceased, any and all persons deriving interest in or lien upon, or title to said real property by, through or under them, or either of them, and their respective wives, widows, husbands, widowers, heirs at law, next of kin, descendants, executors, administrators, devisees, legatees, creditors, trustees, committees, lienors and assigns, all of whom and whose names, except as stated, are unknown to plaintiff; UNKNOWN HEIRS AND DISTRIBUTEES OF THE ESTATE OF THIELO THERMITUS, any and all persons unknown to plaintiff, claiming, or who may claim to have an interest in, or general or specific lien upon the real property described in this action; such unknown persons being herein generally described and intended to be included in the following designation, namely: the wife, widow, husband, widower, heirs at law, next of kin, descendants, executors, administrators, devisees, legatees, creditors, trustees, committees,
lienors, and assignees of such deceased, any and all persons deriving interest in or lien upon, or title to said real property by, through or under them, or either of them, and their respective wives, widows, husbands, widowers, heirs at law, next of kin, descendants, executors, administrators, devisees, legatees, creditors, trustees, committees, lienors and assigns, all of whom and whose names, except as stated, are unknown to plaintiff; SUSTAINABLE NEIGHBORHOODS LLC; MARK LEWIS TAX GRIEVANCE SERVICE INC.; TOWN SUPERVISOR TOWN OF BABYLON; MIDLAND FUNDING LLC; GUERLINE JEANLOUIS THERMITUS; LINDA A. PRIZER, ESQ.; COMMISSIONER OF TAXATION & FINANCE; SUFFOLK COUNTY TRAFFIC & PARKING VIOLATIONS AGENCY; NEW YORK STATE DEPARTMENT OF TAXATION AND FINANCE; PEOPLE OF THE STATE OF NEW YORK; UNITED STATES OF AMERICA; SAMANTHA PIERE; MRS. “JANE” THERMITUS,
“JOHN DOE #3” through “JOHN DOE #12,” the last ten names being fictitious and unknown to plaintiff, the persons or parties intended being the tenants, occupants, persons or corporations, if any, having or claiming an interest in or lien upon the premises described in the Complaint,
Defendants.
Plaintiff designates SUFFOLK as the place of trial situs of the real property
SUPPLEMENTAL SUMMONS
Mortgaged Premises: 60 CROWN STREET, DEER PARK, NY 11729
District: 0100, Section: 090.00, Block: 01.00, Lot: 076.000
To the above named Defendants
YOU ARE HEREBY SUMMONED to answer the Complaint in the above entitled action and to serve a copy of your Answer on the plaintiff’s attorney within twenty (20) days of the service of this Summons,
exclusive of the day of service, or within thirty (30) days after service of the same is complete where service is made in any manner other than by personal delivery within the State. The United States of America, if designated as a defendant in this action, may answer or appear within sixty (60) days of service. Your failure to appear or to answer will result in a judgment against you by default for the relief demanded in the Complaint. In the event that a deficiency balance remains from the sale proceeds, a judgment may be entered against you.
NOTICE OF NATURE OF ACTION AND RELIEF SOUGHT
THE OBJECT of the above caption action is to foreclose a Mortgage to secure the sum of $390,000.00 and interest, recorded on April 22, 2005, in Liber M00021031 at Page 357, of the Public Records of SUFFOLK County, New York. , covering premises known as 60 CROWN STREET, DEER PARK, NY 11729. The relief sought in the within action is a final judgment directing the sale of the premises described above to satisfy the debt secured by the Mortgage described above.
SUFFOLK County is designated as the place of trial because the real property affected by this action is located in said county.
NOTICE YOU ARE IN DANGER OF LOSING YOUR HOME
If you do not respond to this summons and complaint by serving a copy of the answer on the attorney for the mortgage company who filed this foreclosure proceeding against you and filing the answer with the court, a default judgment may be entered and you can lose your home. Speak to an attorney or go to the court where your case is pending for further information on how to answer the summons and protect your property. Sending a payment to the mortgage company will not stop the foreclosure action. YOU MUST RESPOND BY SERVING A COPY OF THE ANSWER ON THE ATTORNEY FOR THE
PLAINTIFF (MORTGAGE COMPANY) AND FILING THE ANSWER WITH THE COURT.
Dated: June 28th, 2024
ROBERTSON, ANSCHUTZ, SCHNEID, CRANE & PARTNERS, PLLC
Attorney for Plaintiff Matthew Rothstein, Esq. 900 Merchants Concourse, Suite 310 Westbury, NY 11590 516-280-7675
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NOTICE: FORMATION OF KUNG FU BETTY LLC. Art. Of Org. filed w/ NY Sec. of State (SSNY) on 07/11/2024. Office location: Suffolk County. SSNY is designated as agent upon whom process against LLC may be served. SSNY shall mail a copy of process to the LLC at its principal business location, 92 Carman Place, Amityville NY 11701. Purpose: any lawful.
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Pursuant to Chapter 213, Article II of the Building Zone Ordinance of the Town of Babylon, notice is hereby given that the Town of Babylon Zoning Board of Appeals will hold a Public Hearing at
TOWN BOARD ROOM (Located in the East Wing) at Babylon Town Hall, 200 East Sunrise Highway, Lindenhurst, New York
on THURSDAY, AUGUST 8, 2024
BEGINNING AT 6:00 P.M.
6:00 p.m.
1. Application #24-132 of Angelo DiGennaro, 93 Overton Street, Deer Park, NY 11729. Permission to diminish front yard setback from 30’ to 11.5’ (for front stoop); diminish rear yard setback from 40’ to 33.83’ (for proposed rear addition); diminish distance to east side lot line from 8’ to 4.7’ (for shed); diminish distance to rear lot line from 8’ to 5.8’ (for shed). All in connection with the erection of a proposed one-story rear addition and a front stoop and to legally maintain a shed. Property located on the north side of
Overton St., 170’ east of Jefferson Ave., Deer Park, NY.
SCTM#0100-21-3-17
Zoning District: Residence B
6:05 p.m.
2. Application #24138 of Brent Neenan and Bailey Nulty, 161 Marcy Street, North Babylon, NY 11703. Permission to diminish front yard setback from 30’ to 18.83’ (for front porch); diminish west side yard from 12’ to 9.75’; diminish total side yards from 30’ to 21’7”; increase total building area from 20% to 22.4% (over by 147.04 sq. ft.); diminish distance to rear lot line from 2’ to 1’-11” (for shed); diminish distance to west side lot line from 2’ to 1’-7” (for shed). All in connection with the erection of a proposed covered front porch and to legally maintain a shed. Property located on the north side of Marcy St., 485’ west of Lewis Avenue, North Babylon, NY.
SCTM#0100-142-2-64
Zoning District: Residence B
6:10 p.m.
3. Application #24136 of Ripco Management (applicant)/Deer Park Center, LLC (property owner), 471 No. Broadway, Jericho, NY 11753. Permission to increase area of sign from 75 sq. ft. to 110 sq. ft. All in connection with a non-conforming ground (directory) sign (previously approved for four (4) years; expired September 13, 2022). Property located on the northwest corner of Deer Park Avenue and Garnet Street, North Babylon, NY.
SCTM#0100-112-5110.001
Zoning District: Business E Subject Premises: 1350 Deer Park Ave., North Babylon, NY 11703
6:15 p.m.
4. Application #24-140 of Marissa Wharry on behalf of Half Hollow Hills Gymnastics (applicant)/Eleanor Matthies (property owner), 558 South 7th Street, Lindenhurst, NY 11757. Requesting a special exception permit to conduct a place of amusement (gymnastics school). All in connection with a portion of an existing building (previously approved for one (1) year; expired June 2, 2023). Property located on the east side of Brook (Continued on next Page)
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Josefina’s mind to discover where the fugitive wandered on her recent excursion while her pet parents were far away.
Cats have a masterful way of remaining mysterious. The magical glint in their eyes and air of superiority in their body language convey that our feline friends will never reveal what we desperately want to find out. Cats are known for their ability to command attention without trying, to move with grace, and to radiate intrigue.
Josefina’s Holy Namesake: Josefina fits her species’ mold. Her family adopted Josefina when she was a tiny kitten. Tabbico cats are 99.9 percent of the time female, a tabby and calico mixture of three colors, woven like a patchwork quilt.
Her feminine Biblical name was after the story of “Joseph and His Coat of Many Colors” in the Book of Genesis. Joseph was the favorite son of Jacob, so his bitterly, jealous brothers sold him into slavery in Egypt. They stole his resplendent coat and dipped it in goat blood to make it appear as if Joseph were dead .
With divine intervention, Joseph predicted a future famine. He saved his family by moving them to Egypt. Josefina’s name depicts this story of redemption and forgiveness which adds sanctity to her feline psyche.
Josephina’s Family: Our cat column character
belongs to my friends Helen and Tom. Helen and I taught together for over 30 years. When our third-grade classes were across the hall from each other, we invented the Olympic sport we dubbed “synchronized teaching”.
We carpooled to school for years and have been together on countless capers, some feline. After seeing the depressing cat hoarder Broadway play “Grey Gardens” , our train broke down on the way home during a hot summer night . The LIRR kept the passengers in the dark, literally and figuratively, for hours until Helen and I stood up and started shouting “Attica, Attica”.
Her husband Tom recently retired from the Marine Biology department at Stony Brook after over 40 years. He is an engineer who can devise and repair instruments for specific, scientific tasks. Tom is easy going and quite generous with his talents. He is everyone’s “Go to Guy” with computer and other equipment problems.
When I adopted Veto my kitten born without a paw, Tom was determined to create a prosthetic foot which I assured him no kitten would ever tolerate. My vet eventually amputated Veto’s entire back leg and padded the stump, so he had a cushion when he jumped or climbed for the next 17 years.
My favorite memory is being at wedding when the chocolate fountain broke. Tom, dressed up, jumped under the fountain to repair it. The maitre d’ was about to chastise him when I clamored: “Stop! He knows what he is doing”, as Tom fixed the fountain. Nowadays, he is busy repairing instruments on the late Dr. James Simons’ yacht , the Archimedes, which has a huge amount of research equipment.
Josephina’s Jaunt: Helen and Tom left for two weeks in Barbados on Friday, July 12. They were invited because Tom was fine-tuning his airplane
devices that collect samples of atmosphere on a specific plane, and because 18 scientists from around the world were convening to share climate change research.
They have a great cat sitter duo. Rosemary, their across the street neighbor, is a skilled, ailurophile with two Ragdolls, while their daughter, Mary, is a cat devotee whose own cat is a rescue from Qatar. Rosemary was back up whenever Mary didn’t come to sleep over. Late Sunday evening, Josefina was being “scootchi” (Italian slang for “pesty”) while Mary was trying to sleep so she put her outside the bedroom door. Early next morning she rushed out because she is in charge of a three-year-old campers. Josefina rarely greets her so early because she sleeps a lot and has the run of three floors. It wasn’t until Mary returned that she realized a window screen was open and Josefina was GONE.
A Younger Josefina’s Escapades: Josefina has always been an indoor cat, but when she was much younger she pushed open a basement window several times, took off toward the west and returned soon after. Once she was spooked and climbed a tree, but that was years ago when she was more energetic. Was this great getaway because she missed her pet parents, was angry about being exiled from the bedroom or merely an irresistible, open window?
The Search Party: I got word in Tom’s text from Barbados that Josefina was missing. Rosemary began combing the area by telling neighbors and posting on social media. She made the dreaded chore of calling the Town Highway department for a list of cats hit by car. I put Josefina’s plight on Last Hope Facebook and borrowed a trap from my friend. Mary put out all the items like food and clothing with her family’s scent that lure lost cats back home and left the exit window open.
Josefina will never reveal where she went for the five days because doing so would break the feline mystique code of honor.
Midweek I taught Mary how to bait the trap with sardines and an oily fish Hansel and Gretel trail leading to the treadle. The trap was set and checked each morning and at dusk. We searched the neighborhood, moved every possible bush or weed and hung flyers. John Debacker, cat whisperer extraordinaire, was away until the weekend. He offered me his trap camera after someone checking for a cat lost in a house fire finished with it. The Last Hope camera was aimed at a cat colony in Patchogue. Ironically, a French film team was in Barbados to make a cloud documentary. Their camera and charger were not cooperating until Tom fixed them. One member of the team clamored: “Everyone needs a Tom” (“Tout le monde a besoin d’un Tom”) . I knew we would need a Tom too if we had the trap camera.
On Friday evening, five days after Josefina vanished, Mary pulled into the driveway after camp and Josefina ran up to her car meowing . Yes, Josefina is quite vocal but she will never tell us what we want to hear. That would be breaking the feline code of honor and mystique.
