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Hometown pride at annual FD Parade

By CHRISTIE LEIGH BABIRAD cbabirad@liherald.com

Pride filled the air as Town of Babylon residents lined the streets in Amityville to cheer on the members of their volunteer fire departments during the annual Fire Department Parade on Sat., Sept. 21.

“This parade is a fantastic way to showcase the great volunteers who protect our community, and a way for the community to say thank you for all that they do,” said Babylon Town Supervisor Richard Schaffer, noting that the parade has been an annual event for 50

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Copiague Fire Department Volunteers march in annual Babylon Town parade on Sept. 21.

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Public hearing set for firefighter support measures in Babylon

By CAROLYN JAMES cjames@liherald.com

Two proposed measures aimed at assisting firefighters, providing greater security to residents and promoting volunteerism in fire departments throughout Babylon Town will be discussed at a public hearing on October 9. The proposals stem from concerns raised by firefighters during discussions with town officials, according to Babylon Town Councilman Terence McSweeney. The first proposal would require property owners with two or more dwelling units to post a four-inch by four-inch diamond-shaped reflective sign

on their front doors, indicating the number of residential units in the home or building.

“Fire chiefs have advised us that volunteer fire and emergency personnel can waste critical time locating a fire or a victim if they are unaware of accessory apartments,” said McSweeney, a volunteer with the North Babylon Fire Department and the town council’s liaison to fire departments. “When responding to multifamily homes, not knowing how many units are present can lead to delays.”

Deer Park Fire Commissioner Anthony Macaluso Sr., who raised the issue, emphasized that the program would not

only aid volunteers responding to medical emergencies but also enhance safety for those tackling fires.

“Homeowners are creative, and apartments can be hidden behind false walls, in basements, or on the sides or backs of houses,” Macaluso said.

“Some homes are cavernous, putting our firefighters at risk. Knowing how many living units are in the home can improve our firefighting efforts and protect our volunteers.”

Both officials clarified that the measure does not expand enforcement of multi-family home regulations; instead, it aims to improve safety for residents, firefighters, and first

responders. If approved, residents will be able to obtain the stickers when applying for or renewing their multi-family permits.

The hearing will take place at 3 p.m. on October 9 at Babylon Town Hall, 200 E. Sunrise Highway, Lindenhurst.

In addition, the town is considering a change to its code that would give preference to

firefighters and ambulance workers with three or more years of service in Nassau or Suffolk County for affordable housing opportunities. Currently, town regulations require projects with five or more residential units to designate at least 20 percent as affordable housing. Volunteers would be required to meet

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Community mourns 3 residents killed in two-car crash

By CAROLYN JAMES cjames@liherald.com

The Babylon community is grieving the loss of three residents, Riley Goot, 18, and Bella Trezza, 17, both of Babylon, and Michael Desmond, 33, of Lindenhurst, who were killed after two cars collided at the intersection of Great East Neck Road and Railroad Avenue in the early morning hours of Sept. 21.

Three others were seriously injured in the crash: Austin Trezza, 18 and Jack Murphy, 18, from Babylon, who were transported to Good Samaritan University Hospital, and Anthony Pagliuca, 16, of West Babylon, who was taken to South Shore University Hospital in Bay Shore. Reports indicate that all are recovering from their injuries.

Bella Trezza, the daughter of Jay and Kelly Trezza, was initially taken to Good Samaritan and put on life support for severe brain trauma but died five days later. She was a student at St. John the Baptist Diocesan High School and aspired to become a nurse. She was returning home at the time of the accident after picking up her brother Austin at a party.

Riley graduated from West Babylon High School in June and was remembered as an amazing brother, friend, son, student, and athlete. He is survived by his parents, Stefan and Colleen; his siblings, Sarah and Greyson; and his grandfathers, George Wenk and Michael Goot, along with extended family.

Police said Desmond was driving a 2017 Kia sedan east on Railroad Avenue when he failed to stop at a red light at the intersection at 1:06 a.m. His vehicle collided with a 2025

Kia Seltos driven by Bella Trezza, which was traveling south on Great East Neck Road. The accident remains under investigation.

The community has initiated GoFundMe campaigns to help the families. One for Riley that has so far raised over $165,000, which will be split evenly among the families of the victims. A message on the GoFundMe page reads, “God please bless these five individuals and give them, and their families, love and strength to get through this tragedy.”

Gary Nemeth, a family friend who organized the donation page, said, “We are starting this campaign so they can begin the process of healing and recovery.” Donations can be made at shorturl.at/qvjGp

The Trezza family has always been an active and caring part of the community, according to the organizers of a GoFundMe page established for the Trezza’s. Austin is a member of the West Babylon Fire Department since 2023 and a graduate of West Babylon High School, Class of 2024. Bella completed a certificate in a Healthcare Internship program and hoped to become a nurse.

unteers and police responded to the scene, working diligently to remove the victims from the vehicles and provide emergency care. West Babylon Fire Department’s 1st Assistant Chief William Allen was in charge at the scene.

A GoFundMe page has been started for the Trezza family by Gina DellaMonica- Giacchetto and Nikki Trezza. “Now it’s our turn to rally around them offering our love, support and financial assistance as they navigate this heart-wrenching situation, the GoFundMe women wrote. Donations and can be made at https://shorturl.at/DpODt

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“It was a very difficult scene for everyone, but at times like this our training kicks in,” Allen said. “Our members are amazing, always able to do what is necessary.”

West Babylon was assisted by the fire departments from Babylon, Copiague, North Babylon, and Lindenhurst, which provided backup and additional ambulances. An ambulance remained on standby for any vol-

who may have needed emergency care. Allen noted that members receive mental health support after incidents like this, which can take a toll. “For most of us, we do what has to be done at the time; then we go home, hug our loved ones and kiss our kids.”

Meanwhile, police announced that their investigation into the crash is ongoing. They will also conduct a study of the intersection, which residents have described as dangerous and a site of frequent accidents. Detectives are asking anyone with information about the crash to call the First Squad at 631-854-8152.

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Photo credit: Riley Goot (left) and Austin and Bella Trezza above. Inset, Riley Goot. Photo courtesy/ GoFundMe unteers

NYS medals for Vietnam and Korean War veterans Veterans must apply to receive these commendations

By CAROLYN JAMES cjames@liherald.com

New York State Veterans who served in the Korean or Vietnam War are now eligible to receive commemorative medals that were approved by the legislature and Gov. Kathy Hochul. The medals are not for wear on a uniform but were designed and authorized as a way for the legislature to thank veterans of these wars for their service, said state officials.

“On behalf of the legislature and Gov. Kathy Hochul, we at the Division of Military and Naval Affairs are proud to be able to play a role in recognizing the military service of those who fought in Korea and Vietnam, said Major General Ray Shields, the Adjutant General of New York.

The law made the Division of Military and Naval Affairs responsible for designing and distributing the medals.

Babylon Town Councilman DuWayne Gregory, a veteran and town’s liaison for veteran’s affairs praised the move.

“Anything we can do to recognize our veterans, particularly those who served in Vietnam and who were not recognized when they came home, and to extend our deepest and fullest appreciation to them for the sacrifices they made is great,” said Gregory.

For many veterans, however, espe-

cially those who served in Vietnam, the gesture is without much meaning.

I served in Vietnam in 1966 and that’s 58 years ago,” said Tom Kelly, the Commander of the Wade-Burns VFW Post in Lindenhurst. “I wasn’t treated with any respect or. dignity when I came home and now it’s 58 years later so I think it’s ‘too little, too late’.”

Veterans can apply for the medals online by going to the Division of Military and Naval Affairs website at https:// dmna.ny.gov/awards/

Applicants can use an online form to request the medals, or they can print out, and mail in an application form. In addition, applicants must:

•be a New York state resident now or were a New York state resident when they served in Vietnam or Korea.

•provide a digital or paper copy of their Department of Defense Form 214 (DD214) Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty, as proof of military service in Vietnam or Korea, the release stated/

Family members and other designated individuals can apply on behalf of a veteran. The medal can also be award posthumously.

Veterans can apply for the medals online by going to the Division of Military and Naval Affairs website at https:// dmna.ny.gov/awards/ .

Town of Babylon hosts successful small business networking night

The Town of Babylon proudly hosted its inaugural Small Business Networking Night on Thursday, Sept. 19 at Babylon Town Hall, organized by Councilman Anthony Manetta and the Town of Babylon Chamber of Commerce Collaborative. This vibrant event brought together local entrepreneurs, business owners, and community members to foster connections and celebrate the spirit of small business in Babylon.

Attendees enjoyed live music and entertainment from a DJ while sampling delicious offerings from an array of food trucks featuring BBQ, pasta, doughnuts, and coffee. Representatives from the Small Business Administration (SBA), PSEG, National Grid, and various chambers of commerce were also on hand to provide valuable resources and support for local businesses.

Councilman Anthony Manetta expressed his gratitude, stating, “Thank you to everyone who joined us, especially our hardworking Chambers of Commerce who contribute so much to our local community.” This successful event showcased the Town of Babylon’s commitment to sup-

The medals’ designer: Sgt. Lauren Hicks

porting small businesses, promoting collaboration, and strengthening local economic growth.

The Town of Babylon looks forward to hosting more networking events in the future to continue nurturing the entrepreneurial spirit within the community. To keep posted about future events go to townofbabylon.com

New York Army National Guard Staff Sgt. Lauren Hicks turned her love for art into state commemorative medals designed to honor New Yorkers’ service in the Korean and Vietnam wars.

Hicks, who lives in Saratoga Springs, is the talent behind New York’s Korean War and Vietnam War commemorative medals. She said the process involved learning about the two wars, interviewing veterans and using her drawing skills.

“I take pride in being able to be the creator of this medal,” she said. “It’s very fulfilling to know that I am making a difference in somebody’s life.”

Hicks said her research process involved going to VFW and American Legion Posts and talking to veterans. She listened to their stories and noticed their tattoos.

“Whatever Soldiers were willing to tattoo on their body is what they think of for that location or that event that happened,” Hicks explained. “So, I looked up a lot of Vietnam- and Koreaninspired tattoos. From those I was able to get a lot of good ideas.”

She also studied photographs of the Korean and Vietnam War memorials in

Washington for inspiration.

The Vietnam War medal Hicks designed features the wall and the three Soldiers.

The Korean War medal features three Soldiers on patrol in the rain, with a traditional Korean house called a Honak in the background.

Hicks is now at work on her next art project: designing the commemorative Iraq and Afghanistan War medals the Division of Military and Naval Affairs will issue next.

Councilman Anthony Manetta is shown center with Lindenhurst Village Mayor Michael Lavorata, left and Babylon Village Deputy Mayor Frank Seibert, right.

Gracie and Frankie go from rescue pups to role models

Gracie and Frankie go from rescue to role models and launch their mission as senior pups

No one is ever too old to start a new job, even senior dogs. We have big plans for 12-pound scruffy terrier mix Gracie and 4-pound toy poodle Frankie, highlighting their triumphs over years of neglect.

Pets, Pets, Pets...

Gracie, previously known as “Lois,” was a stray at the Babylon Shelter in June, where she was estimated to be over 8 years old. Frankie, whose age estimates range from 9 to 15 years, entered a Nassau County shelter as a stray in August.

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Both dogs were adopted by my friend Sue, who recently lost three dogs to old age and wanted to honor them by adopting small senior dogs.

About TEAM TIMMY: Sue inquired about Gracie on the same day the dog was transferred from Babylon Shelter to a rescue in Queens. After Sue’s application was approved, the rescue delivered Gracie to her home. Both the Babylon Shelter and Sue facilitated Gracie’s veterinary care, including dental work.

The Nassau shelter contacted Last Hope to take in tiny Frankie. She never spent a night at Last Hope, as Sue picked her up immediately upon her arrival. A retired elementary music teacher and longtime Last Hope volunteer, Sue also leads TEAM TIMMY, a trio of small dogs that have overcome physical disabilities to become “ambassadogs” during Last Hope Adoption Center tours and community visits. Regular readers of this column have followed TEAM TIMMY’s adventures over the years.

Sue and I, both retired teachers, were the human members of TEAM TIMMY. Our original trio loved their role, but COVID-19 led to a two-year hiatus that aged them. This year, old age claimed Timmy, a three-legged Lhasa, and Beverly, a poodle mix who had survived canine distemper and tremors. Beverly had been a street dog in Los Angeles before Sue adopted her after a one-day, round trip California flight.

The last remaining member of the original team, Pammy Sue, a discarded Shih Tzu from a Kentucky puppy mill, is now semi-retired but has welcomed new sisters Frankie and Gracie into her home.

Frankie’s Foggy Background Story: Much of Frankie’s history is unclear. She was

brought to the Nassau shelter in early August by individuals who claimed to have found her near Sunrise Highway. When she arrived, Frankie was in poor condition, with her front legs turned outward and suffering from infections and severe malnutrition.

A microchip trace revealed that she had previously belonged to her “finders,” who may have been unable to afford necessary dental care. Her veterinary exam suggested she was likely 15 to 16 years old, leading to questions about her true age. Due to a fall as a puppy, her front leg bones had healed incorrectly, resulting in ongoing health issues that required extensive veterinary care.

Passing the Torch to TEAM TIMMY2: Both Frankie and Gracie have wonderful temperaments and show remarkable resilience despite their past neglect. On Sept. 27, they met Plainedge Girl Scout Troop #3485 outside Last Hope to begin their new roles as TEAM TIMMY2. They arrived in a pink stroller wearing hats crocheted by Sue, while Pammy Sue stayed home to cheer them on.

The fourth-grade Girl Scouts greeted the pups with the same enthusiasm as if they were meeting Taylor Swift. After photos, they listened to Sue share their rescue stories, capturing the girls’ admiration once again.

Upcoming visits include the St. Francis of Assisi Feast Day Blessing of the Animals at the Cathedral of the Incarnation in Garden City and a meeting with the Massapequa High School Dog Rescue Club at the end of the month.

A new era has begun for Last Hope with a focus on humane education. We wish TEAM TIMMY2 great success as they embark on their mission as senior pups, knowing that Timmy and Beverly are cheering them on from the Rainbow Bridge.

Last Hope Thrift Shop News: Starting in October, Last Hope Thrift Shop, located at 274 New York Ave., Huntington, will be open on Tuesdays. Shop Tuesday through Saturday from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. for great bargains. All proceeds benefit Last Hope’s homeless dogs and cats, as well as our Fix-A-Feral and Community Outreach Programs. For more information, call 631-671-2588.

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.

THURSDAY, OCTOBER 3

•Suffolk County Police Department First Precinct Community Meeting: 11 a.m., Lindenhurst Library, 1 Lee Ave., Lindenhurst. For more information call (631) 854-8100.

•Amityville Rotary Club Meeting: 8 a.m., Brownstones Coffee, 55 Merrick Road, Amityville. For more information, please call President Michele Camilleri at (631) 598-1700 or email amityvillerotaryclub@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. Tubers will be available for sale starting in April. For more information call (631) 972-8829 (leave message) or visit longislanddahlia.org

FRIDAY, OCTOBER 4

•Simpson United Methodist Church Thrift Shop: 10 a.m. to 1 p.m., 30 Locust Ave., Amityville. For more information, call (631) 789-2569

•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.

SATURDAY, OCTOBER 5

•Amityville Farmer’s Market: 9 a.m. to 1 p.m., First United Methodist Church Lawn, 25 Broadway, Amityville. Sponsored by the Bay Village Civic Association. For more information, please email amityfarmersmarket@gmail.com or bayvillagecivic@aol.com

•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

•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.

• 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 longislanddahlia.org.

SUNDAY, OCTOBER 6

•Simpson United Methodist Church Thrift Shop: 10 a.m. to 1 p.m., 30 Locust Ave., Amityville. For more information, call (631) 789-2569

MONDAY, OCTOBER 7

•Town of Babylon Planning Board

Meeting: 7 p.m., Town Board Room, Babylon Town Hall, 200 East Sunrise Highway, Lindenhurst. For more information, please call (631) 957-3103.

•Copiague School District Board of Education Meeting: 7 p.m., Everett E. Newmann III Administrative Offices at Copiague Middle School, 2650 Great Neck Road, Copiague. For more information, please call (631) 842-4015

TUESDAY, OCTOBER 8

•Town of Babylon Accessory Apartment Review Board Meeting: 6 p.m., Town Board Room, Babylon Town Hall, 200 East Sunrise Highway, Lindenhurst. For more information, please call (631) 957-7468.

•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 12step 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.

•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

WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 9

•Town of Babylon Town Board Meeting: 3 p.m., Town Board Room, Babylon Town Hall, 200 East Sunrise Highway, Lindenhurst. For more information, please call (631) 957-3000.

•Town of Babylon Rental Board Meeting: 6 p.m., Town Board Room, Babylon Town Hall, 200 East Sunrise Highway, Lindenhurst. For more information, please call (631) 957-4434.

• 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 (631) 3320552 or Jill at (516) 220-7808. All calls are confidential.

•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

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Babylon Town FD parade marches through Amityville

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The procession featured all the Town of Babylon Volunteer Fire Departments and began at Hamilton Street in Amityville, proceeding up South Ketcham Avenue to the Amityville main firehouse on Oak Street.

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The parade featured bands from the fire departments, as well as the Long Beach Seaside Marching Band, which performed at the after-party at the Amityville firehouse. The festivities included bouncy houses for children, an ice cream truck, and a variety of buffet-style food for attendees

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“We’re here supporting family and the Deer Park Fire Department,” said Lauren Davis, who attended with her sons, Jax and Ryder. “Our boys are very excited to see the firetrucks,” she added, expressing her appreciation for the town’s community events.

Linda DeAngelis has been attending the parade for as long as she can remember and came to support all volunteers, particularly those in the North Babylon Fire Department, where her husband serves as Chief.

“We come every year,” said Kim Kreischer, who was there with her children, Brayden and Brielle, to cheer for

attended with their husbands, both of whom dedicated years of service to their local fire departments. Jim Juliano served in the Amityville Fire Department for 15 years before spending another 12 years with the Dix Hills Fire Department. Ron Gatto served Dix Hills for 46 years.

“We’re so happy to come down here and support the Town of Babylon parade,” said Ron.

.To learn more about the Town of Babylon and upcoming events, visit townofbabylon.com or call (631) 957-3000.

Attendees were enthusiastic, often cheering for specific departments, many of which had family members participat ing.

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lon Fire Department- Justin, Christopher, Benny, Leo and Aiden

Above: Annmarie and Ron Gatto and Rhonda and Jim Juliano

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AMITYVILLE HERALD RECORD — October 2, 2024

Congressman Andrew Garbarino seeking re-election

By MIKE POLANSKY Correspondent

Incumbent Republican Andrew Garbarino is seeking a third term representing New York’s 2nd Congressional District.

Garbarino, 40, was born and raised in Sayville and graduated from Sayville High School. He earned a Bachelor of Arts degree from George Washington University in 2006 and a Juris Doctor from Hofstra Law School in 2009. Now residing in Bayport, he is a member of the Sayville Rotary Club and the Knights of Columbus.

After working at his family law firm in Sayville, he was elected to the State Assembly from the 7th Assembly District in 2012 and re-elected in 2014, 2016, and 2018. He first won a congressional seat in 2020, taking over from long-serving Congressman Peter King. He serves on the Committee on Ethics, the Committee on Financial Services, and the Committee on Homeland Security. He chairs the Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Protection Subcommittee and is a member of the “Problem Solvers Caucus.”

Garbarino was one of only 35 Republicans who joined all Democrats in voting to establish the January 6, 202, committee to investigate the Capitol storming. He also voted with Democrats in favor of the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act and against Jim Jordan’s nomination for House Speaker three times.

A strong supporter of NATO, Garbarino emphasizes the importance of

continued U.S. support for Ukraine against Russian aggression. He is equally firm in his support for Israel, calling it “a great partner and very strong ally of ours.” He noted, “Hamas is a terrorist organization that wants to wipe Israel off the face of the earth...and they don’t like us much either!” He agrees that recovering hostages is a priority but insists that Hamas must not be allowed to repeat its attacks.

Preserving Taiwan’s independence is another goal for Garbarino. “Big bullies like China can’t be allowed to do whatever they want,” he said, stressing the need for partnerships in Africa and South America regarding supply chain issues.

Health care economics are also a major concern. “We have to get the cost of health care under control and have to do something about fraud in Medicare and Medicaid,” he said. He supports expanding the list of medications eligible for price negotiation by Medicare.

Garbarino is aware of the need to secure U.S. borders and believes reinstating the “remain in Mexico” policy for asylum seekers is crucial. “We can’t be releasing everybody into the country with a year or year and a half wait for their hearings, which most people don’t even show up for,” he stated. “It’s a real disaster that has to be fixed.”

He acknowledges that many migrants seek a better life but insists there is a legal process to follow. “And there are some who are committing crimes, and I am all for just

deporting them,” he said. Regarding former President Trump’s deportation plans, Garbarino remarked, “I don’t know how he would get it done. There’s a quasi-judicial process... Everybody has to have their due process.”

Garbarino is also focused on the 9/11 Health Care bill to replenish the 9/11 Health Care Fund, which has seen increased registrations and costs. Additionally, as chair of the Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Protection Subcommittee, he aims to address the shortage of cybersecurity professionals in the U.S.

About the district

The 11th Assembly District spans Long Island’s South Shore, encompassing parts of Deer Park, North Babylon, West Babylon, Lindenhurst and North Lindenhurst in the east, extending through Wheatley Heights, Wyandanch, East Farmingdale, Copiague, North Amityville and Amityville, and including a small section of East Massapequa in the west.

Forty-four percent of the district’s residents are non-Hispanic White, 26 percent are Hispanic, 24 percent are Black, and 2 percent are Asian. The median household income in the district is $106,512, compared with $142,427 in the adjacent 9th District, which includes much of Massapequa and Massapequa Park. In 2022, Democratic incumbent Kimberly Jean-Pierre defeated Republican Christopher Ferber by just 142 votes in the closest Assembly District race in the state. JeanPierre is not running for re-election this year.

Election Day is Nov. 5. The polls are open from 6 a.m. to 9 p.m.

Democrat Ron Lubin running for seat in 2nd C.D.

By MIKE POLANSKY Correspondent

Democrat Ron Lubin is seeking to deny incumbent Republican Andrew Garbarino a third term as Congressman representing New York’s 2nd Congressional District.

At 29, Lubin is the youngest congressional candidate in New York state. He graduated from the Riverdale Country School in the Bronx and earned his degree from George Washington University in 2017. (Coincidentally, Garbarino is also a George Washington graduate.)

Lubin lives in Lindenhurst, and is single. He is engaged to his, Romi, who, according to a campaign spokesperson, “has been Rob’s rock since day one of the campaign and they postponed their wedding to focus on the race.”

Fluent in both Italian and Spanish, Lubin worked for several years in business development and marketing for various professional sports teams in the United States and Europe. In 2020, he founded and became the CEO of INHOUSE, an online marketplace for fashion and apparel.

Lubin is very much in favor of continuing strong U.S. involvement with NATO and supports ongoing assistance for Ukraine against the Russian invasion. He favors lifting current restrictions on the use of American-supplied long-range missiles by Ukraine.

While he encourages efforts to achieve a ceasefire in Gaza and believes that outside humanitarian aid is important to relieve suffering there. “I am 100% in support of Israel and would oppose any efforts to weaken ties with the country,”he said.

Lubin is a strong proponent of women’s reproductive rights and would support legislation to restore the constitutional right for a woman to choose to have an abortion that was overturned by the Dobbs decision.

He is equally strong on the need for federal legislation that would ban the manufacture or sale of semi-automatic assault weapons, such as the AK-47.

Lubin agrees with proposals for federal legislation aimed at cracking down on price gouging in grocery stores.

He said he understands the necessity

Democrat Rob Lubin

of efforts to protect the southern border and states that he would have voted for the bipartisan Senate bill that was derailed by Trump.

Lubin is emphatic about the need to continue improving and expanding the Affordable Care Act to ensure that all Americans have affordable options for care.

“I support the creation of a public option so any American who wants to opt into government healthcare can do so, but those who are happy with their current coverage do not lose that freedom,” he said. “I would also vote to expand the list of medications eligible for Medicare drug price negotiation.”state.During the coronavirus pandemic, O’Pharrow collaborated with local leaders to support affected communities. He is also an advocate for environmental protection. “We only get one chance in life to protect our environment,” he said.

O’Pharrow lives with his wife, Cindy, and their four children — Danielle, Benni, Kwani and Shirley — as well as five grandchildren. He emphasizes a bipartisan approach to politics, saying, “I always believe that we can have an honest conversation, whether we are Republican or Democrat. It’s a two-way street, and we can learn from each other.”

Republican Andrew Garbarino

The following incidents have been reported by the Suffolk County Police Department’s First and Third Precincts, along with other fire and law enforcement agencies:

WOMAN ARRESTED FOR ILLEGAL GAMBLING

West Babylon: Suffolk County police arrested a woman on Sept. 17 for operating illegal gambling machines and allowing unlicensed drinking at a West Babylon business. Following community complaints, officers from the First Precinct Crime Section, along with the Town of Babylon Fire Marshal and Code Enforcement officials, investigated J&M Familia Grocery & Deli at 672 Sunrise Highway. They observed patrons consuming alcohol and gambling with three illegal machines.

Jacqueline Mendez, 53, of 38 Young St., West Babylon, was charged with promoting gambling in the second degree, possession of gambling devices, criminal nuisance in the second degree, and selling alcoholic beverages without a license. Marlon Alvarado, 34, of 707 Freedom St., North Babylon, was charged with criminal possession of a controlled substance in the seventh degree for cocaine. Marlon Espinoza, 25, of 98 Dorothy Drive, East Meadow, was charged with loitering for the purpose of gambling. The business received several violations from the Town of Babylon.

All three were issued Desk Appearance Tickets and are scheduled to appear at First District Court in Central Islip on a later date.

POLICE SEEK PUBLIC’S HELP IN APPREHENDING MAN WHO USED STOLEN CREDIT CARD

Wyandanch: Suffolk County Crime Stoppers and First Squad detectives are seeking the public’s help to

CRIME WATCH

identify and locate a man who used a stolen credit card in Wyandanch. Police say the man made a purchase at 7-Eleven, 16 Station Drive, on Sept. 18 at 11:57 p.m. The credit card was stolen from a vehicle parked on Acorn Street earlier that night. Crime Stoppers offers a cash reward for information leading to an arrest. Anyone with information can submit an anonymous tip by calling 1-800-220-TIPS, using the P3 Tips mobile app, or visiting www.P3Tips.com. All tips will be kept confidential.

NARCOTICS ARREST

West Babylon: The Nassau County Narcotics/Vice Squad reports the arrest of Mackenzie Beck, 26, of 642 Sunrise Highway, who was charged with criminal sale of a controlled substance on Sept. 20 at 2:39 p.m. in Farmingdale. Detectives observed Beck in the parking lot of 7-Eleven at 150 Main St. He was accused of selling a quantity of MDMA, phenethylanine, and LSD. Beck was arrested without incident, and ketamine and approximately 252 grams of mescaline were recovered from his vehicle.

He faces three counts of criminal sale of a controlled substance in the fifth degree, seven counts of criminal possession of a controlled substance in the fifth degree, and one count of criminal possession of a controlled substance in the second degree. Beck was arraigned on Sept. 21 at First District Court in Hempstead.

WANTED FOR GRAND LARCENY

Deer Park: Suffolk County Crime Stoppers and Suffolk County Police First Squad detectives are seeking the public’s help to identify and locate the men who stole merchandise from a Deer Park store in July. Police said two men stole clothing, valued at $3,000,

from Abercrombie & Fitch, located at 152 The Arches Circle, July 21 at 4:28 p.m.

Suffolk County Crime Stoppers offers a cash reward for information that leads to an arrest. Anyone with information about these incidents can contact Suffolk County Crime Stoppers to submit an anonymous tip by calling 1-800-220-TIPS, utilizing a mobile app which can be downloaded through the App Store or Google Play by searching P3 Tips, or online at www.P3Tips. com. All calls, text messages and emails will be kept confidential.

ARRESTS

Driving While Intoxicated/Impaired: Alfredo Rivera, 309 Wurcz St., Brentwood; Danielle Williams, 35, Cedar Drive, Bay Shore (no house number listed); Christian Velasconaranjo, 46, 55 Corey La., East Meadow; Carlos Gaviria, 52, 248 Silver St., West Babylon; Jennifer Myers, 37, 782 Bermuda Rd., West Babylon

Criminal Possession of a Controlled Substance: Danielle Giannini, 43, 15 Raleigh Lane, Kings Park Grand Larceny: Jean Simon, 35, 17 W. Kissmee Rd., Lindenhurst

Petit Larceny: Thomas Koehler, 36, 18 Sophia Court, West Babylon; Cristobal Ceradocineros, 62, 898 Goodrich St., Uniondale

The charges against those listed are allegations, and the cases are pending in court. Individuals charged and whose names appear in this column may submit documentation to us later indicating that charges have been dismissed or that they have been found innocent, and we will include that information in a timely manner.

Amityville hits bump in the road

By NIKO SCARLATOS sports@liherald.com

It’s crunch time for the Amityville boys’ soccer team.

Following a 4-1-1 start to the season, coach Mike Abbondondolo’s squad has lost two straight games, both by a score of 1-0. “The main thing for us is learning lessons as the season goes on,” he said. “Losses are teachable moments so we have to use that to our advantage.”

On Sept. 16, Amityville picked up its third consecutive victory, an 8-0 win over Eastport-South Manor. Javier Newman scored a school single-game record seven goals. Since then, however, the Warriors have gone 180 minutes without being able to find the back of the net, losing 1-0 to both Harborfields on Sept. 23 and Half Hollow Hills West last Friday.

When a team struggles, it can be easy for the players to begin to lose confidence but Abbondondolo has done all he can to avoid that. “The vibe here is still good,” he said. “It’s just a small rough patch that we’re going through.”

Despite not being able to score lately, the Warriors have had tons of opportunities and getting strong defensive play from mainstays Saul Ferandez, Anthony Salvador, Briam Rivera and Josue Campos. Capitalizing on those chances is going to be the key moving forward. “The chances are there,” said Abbondondolo. “We are not playing bad, we’re doing everything right other than actually scoring.”

Now past the halfway point, the Warriors can only look ahead with all of their goals still in front of them. “”Our whole mission is to be in a playoff spot at the end of the season,” said Abbondondolo. “The only way we can do that is if we tie up any loose ends that we have.”

While it is never fun to be shutout in consecutive games, Abbondondolo continues to find a positive twist on the outlook. “We want to peak at the right time,” he said. “If we are playing our best soccer heading into the postseason, we will be in a good spot.”

HERALD SPORTS West Babylon holds off Copiague

Sheryl Amorosino/Herald

Senior midfielder John Arango is among the offensive leaders for the Warriors, who stand 4-3-1 entering this week’s action.

Nothing is predictable when it comes to sports. Even Abbondondolo did not think this 2024 campaign would play out the way it has so far. “We got off to a faster start than I had imagined,” he said.

With Amityville playing every team in its league twice this season, it will be interesting to see what adjustments are made during the second time around.

In terms of team leaders in scoring, Newman, thanks to his seven-goal explosion, leads the team in both goals, with 12, and points, with 14. This does not come as a surprise to Abbondondolo, who said before the season that he expected big things out of Newman. Fresh off his All-Conference 2023 season, senior John Arango has been another key contributor for the Warriors with 10 points, while leading the way in assists with six.

By NIKO SCARLATOS sports@liherald.com

After starting the season with back-toback defeats, West Babylon football hosted Copiague last Saturday afternoon and came away with a 28-14 victory in a rainy Suffolk Division II battle.

“We got out to a slow start but I loved the way we battled,” West Babylon head coach Kevin Delaney said. “As the season moves along, I expect us to get better and better and you saw a little bit of that today.”

The Eagles did not get off to the best start, losing their opener to Smithtown West 42-14, followed by a 26-0 loss to Half Hollow Hills East. Copiague also was winless in its first two contests, falling to Newfield 35-19 and Smithtown East 30-20.

In what was the home opener for West Babylon after playing its first two games on the road, it was Copiague who got off to a good start, thanks to Roger Rowe 27-yard touchdown reception from quarterback Cody Tiringer. “We came out and looked good,” Copiague’s head coach Ken Rittenhouse said. “I thought we owned the first quarter.”

The lead did not last long into the second quarter as West Babylon found its groove. Led by senior quarterback and captain Elijah Outlaw, West Babylon grabbed the lead with two touchdowns through the air, giving them a 14-7 halftime advantage. Josiah Price caught a 40-yard scoring strike and Jaysen Reyes a 19-yarder for the lead.

When the third quarter started, Delaney’s squad made sure to keep its foot on the gas pedal, putting the ball into the endzone two more times, opening a game high 21-point lead. Copiague would add a touchdown late in the fourth quarter, a Rowe 1yard run, to finish off West Babylon’s first victory of the year.

Outlaw played a role in all four touchdowns his team scored, as he threw for three and rushed for one. “Elijah is such an athletic and gifted kid,” Delaney said. “He’s a guy that opponents have such a tough time trying to defend.”

The humble senior, however, will tell

you that everyone played a part in what was a team win. “It was a group effort for sure,” said Outlaw. “It was really important for us to get a win and get some positive momentum.”

Price, Reyes, and Anthony Gerbasio each had a receiving touchdown.

West Babylon will take its positive momentum into this Saturday’s game against West Islip, which is also 1-2. “They’re a tough program and always have been,” said Delaney. “I like where we are though. There are definitely still things we need to get better at but I like our chances.”

As for Copiague, its next chance to get a win will be Saturday against Bellport, which currently sits at 2-1.

“There were some positives we can take from this loss,” Rittenhouse said. “But we’ll take a look at the film to see what did and didn’t work and go from there as we get ready for Bellport.”

Donovan Berthoud/Herald

Justin Baldwin and West Babylon got into the win column for the first time this season, topping Copiague 28-14 last Saturday.

CALENDAR OF EVENTS

FRIDAY, OCTOBER 4

•Simpson United Methodist Church Thrift Shop: 10 a.m. to 1 p.m., 30 Locust Ave., Amityville. For more information, call (631) 789-2569

SATURDAY, OCTOBER 5

•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

SUNDAY, OCTOBER 6

•Simpson United Methodist Church Thrift Shop: 10 a.m. to 1 p.m., 30 Locust Ave., Amityville. For more information, call (631) 789-2569

MONDAY, OCTOBER 7

•Town of Babylon Planning Board Meeting: 7 p.m., Town Board Room, Babylon Town Hall, 200 East Sunrise Highway, Lindenhurst. For more information, please call (631) 957-3103.

•Copiague School District Board of Education Meeting: 7 p.m., Everett E. Newmann III Administrative Offices

at Copiague Middle School, 2650 Great Neck Road, Copiague. For more information, please call (631) 842-4015

TUESDAY, OCTOBER 8

•Town of Babylon Accessory Apartment Review Board Meeting: 6 p.m., Town Board Room, Babylon Town Hall, 200 East Sunrise Highway, Lindenhurst. For more information, please call (631) 957-7468.

•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.

WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 9

•Town of Babylon Town Board Meeting: 3 p.m., Town Board Room, Babylon Town Hall, 200 East Sunrise Highway, Lindenhurst. For more information, please call (631) 957-3000.

•Town of Babylon Rental Board Meeting: 6 p.m., Town Board Room, Babylon Town Hall, 200 East Sunrise Highway, Lindenhurst. For more information, please call (631) 957-4434.

Powell Funeral Home Inc.

Broadway, Amityville, NY 11701 (Route 110, Just North of Merrick Road, In the Heart of the Historical District)

Handicapped Accessible Pre-Need Information Available

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. Wednesday Worship 7:30 p.m.

Accessible to the Physically Challenged “The Friendly Church” www.stpaulsamityville.com

ST. MARY’S CHURCH

175 Broadway, Amityville 631-264-0004

Fr. Randolph Jon Geminder, Rector www.facebook.com/ StMarysAmityville

Sunday: Matins 7:30 am Low Mass: 8:00 am Sung

SIMPSON UNITED METHODIST 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

• ROMAN CATHOLIC •

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 37 Union Ave. Amityville, NY 11701 • 631-264-0124

NEIGHBORS

Amityville wrestlers train with Olympic medalist

In late August, as many relished the final days of summer freedom, five Amityville wrestlers made their way to St. Anthony’s High School for a special training clinic hosted by KD wrestling and led by 4-time NCAA champion, Aaron Brooks.

Mr. Brooks, a Penn State alumnus, represented the United States at the 2024 Summer Olympics held in Paris, France where he secured a bronze medal in freestyle wrestling.

The five Amityville wrestlers in attendance; Zaquai Pettway, Sekou Diallo, Miguel Sandoval, Alejandro Mejia, and Christian Maldonado were proudly sponsored by The Amityville Booster Club.

The clinic provided training on fundamental wrestling techniques such as takedowns, counter-offensive strategies and maintaining strength from the down position. Brooks shared some of the strategies used throughout his college career that ultimately paved his way to the Olympic world stage.

Additionally, Brooks also shared the profound impact that God has had on his life, expressing gratitude for each opportunity he has received. The clinic concluded with a competitive game of dodgeball which left all participants exhausted but satisfied.

“This Amityville wrestling team has been dedicated to making great strides in the offseason and this is another example of hard work they have exhibited to ready themselves for the upcoming season,” said Dan Manley, Amityville Wrestling Varsity Coach

“As a Coach and former Amityville wrestler, I can’t express enough gratitude to The Amityville Booster Club for their unwavering support,” said Jamal Jackson, Amityville Asst. Wrestling Coach. “This clinic has brought an unparalleled opportunity to our athletes, inspiring them to reach new height

The Amityville Booster Club is a 501(c)(3) tax except organization established in 2023 by Amityville alumnus Juan Leon. The mission of The Amityville Booster Club is to provide support and unique training opportunities for Amityville student athletes.

L-R Arron Brooks, Zaquai Pettway, Sekou Diallo, Miguel Sandoval, Alejandro Mejia, and Christian Maldonado.

L-R Arron Brooks and Miguel Sandoval

STEPPING OUT

Mandy Patinkin talks

‘The Princess Bride’

A gourd-geous display:

Journey with jack-o’-lanterns

Spectacular pumpkins light up the night for the Great Jack

O’ Lantern Blaze at Old Bethpage Village Restoration.

By Danielle Schwab

As Halloween approaches, jack-o’-lanterns are making their appearance throughout our neighborhoods with their unique carvings once again. While we think of it as fall fun, in fact pumpkin carving dates back centuries as a way to ward off evil spirits with their spooky faces.

The beloved tradition gets a unique twist at the Great Jack O’ Lantern Blaze, opening tomorrow at Old Bethpage Village Restoration. See pumpkins transformed into magniﬁcent jack-o’lantern creations, illuminating a trail through the historic restored village for all to admire.

It all began in the Hudson Valley — at Van Cortlandt Manor in Croton-on-Hudson 19 years ago — conceived by the Westchester County cultural organization Historic Hudson Valley.

“About 20 years ago, we hit upon this idea of a display of jack-o’-lanterns, and we weren’t sure how people would respond to it. It was hugely popular. And so it has just expanded in a big way since then,” says Rob Schweitzer, Historic Hudson Valley’s vice president of communications and commerce.

• Friday through Sunday, Oct. 4-Nov. 3.

• Adult tickets start at $32; $10 children (ages 3-17)

• With limited capacity, entry is available only through advance online purchase of timed tickets or FLEX anytime tickets; no tickets are sold at the venue

• Purchase tickets at pumpkinblaze.org

Certainly a must-see during the season, the pumpkin trail is now in its ﬁfth year on Long Island, with over 30 different installations. Over 7,000 jack-o’-lanterns carved by local artisans resulting in a larger-than-life themed pumpkin showcase — a mix of real and carvable foam — spanning a half-mile loop, enhanced with synchronized lighting and an original soundtrack for a fully immersive experience.

• Old Bethpage Village Restoration, 1303 Round Swamp Road, Old Bethpage

“We have a team, 10 to 12 of us, that work together to make sure that we’re keeping the same consistency, the same quality, throughout the carvings,” Carol Hough, lead pumpkin carver, says.

Her team carves each week, swapping out old pumpkins with fresh ones. Carvers are creative with their tools to accommodate the high volume of pumpkins, using sheetrock knives and ice cream spades to get the job done, according to Hough.

Long Island history and culture are incorporated into the Blaze experience. Guests are welcomed by a 12-foot tall retro-style “Greetings from a Long Island” postcard made up of individually carved jack-o’-lanterns.

“What we like to do is really focus on the heritage of the location,” Schweitzer says.

Ever wonder what your favorite Long Island celebrity looked like as a pumpkin? The Blaze is the place to check out some pumpkin-face renderings of local personalities. Icons such as Billy Joel, Joan Jett, Jerry Seinfeld and Natalie Portman are on display.

“We have a Long Island Hall of Fame. These are large portraits, rendered in jack-o’-lanterns , of folks from Long Island that have done great things,” Schweitzer explains.

Among the locally themed installations, a functioning lighthouse replica of the Montauk Point Lighthouse, complete with a ﬂashing beacon to light the way, is sure to attract attention. With history as a focus, it comes to no surprise that the Blaze would ﬁnd its way to the historic village.

“We’ve looked at a lot of sites over the years and a lot of them have some good characteristics, but don’t have everything. Old Bethpage Village Restoration really had

everything,” Schweitzer says.

Of course, there are plenty of what one would consider Halloween staples that celebrate the spirit of the season, such as a 25-foot giant spider web and the Day of the Dead installation.

Hough is particularly fond of the Day of the Dead jack-o’-lantern tribute, among the new displays along this year’s trail.

“There are some skeletons and some sugar skulls. It’s really beautiful. I absolutely love it,” Hough says.

Other showstoppers include a thrilling pumpkin circus, a glowing Statue of Liberty, a pumpkin-filled Ferris wheel, and a planetarium. Plus, see a tribute to First Responders. This display involves carved jack-o’-lanterns depicting a firefighter heroically putting out a flame, honoring the bravery and dedication of our local heroes.

“The concept for that really came out of the early period of the pandemic, there was a lot of focus on First Responders and our healthcare workers and those on the front lines of dealing with the pandemic. It’s something that we’ve continued to celebrate,” says Schweitzer.

There’s so more to the trail than just carvings. Lighting and sound are integral to the Blaze experience. Each installation is depicted with an original score to create the perfect ambience.

Volunteers from local scout troops and high school honor societies are also involved, assisting in lighting the lanterns that line the path.

Also new this year, the Blaze is offering custom-made pumpkins to order. Surprise a special someone with a custom-carved pumpkin, displayed at the new Celebration Arch. Reservations are limited and must be made seven days in advance.

So carve out some time, there’s a pumpkin creation for everyone at the Blaze.

As Schweitzer says: “It’s really an event you can just go and relax and smile at. It genuinely is something that appeals to all ages.”

For an extra fall treat, stop by the Café Blaze for some yummy cider donuts and pumpkin beer. And check out the nightly pumpkin carving. It may inspire you to do create you own special seasonal décor at home.

One of Mandy Patinkin’s memorable roles — certainly one that lives on as beloved piece of pop culture — is his turn in the 1987 fantasy “The Princess Bride.” He played a man bent on revenge (“Hello, my name is Inigo Montoya. You killed my father. Prepare to die!”). It performed only so-so at the box office back then, but it’s come to be one of the most beloved movies of the 1980s. Relive all the fun — and Patinkin’s masterful portrayal of the Spanish swordsman — when the actor pops by Tilles Center for a special film screening, followed by a 45-minute conversation. His son Gideon Grody-Patinkin — who has contributed to the family legacy since he began filming his father and mother, actress-writer Kathryn Grody, during the pandemic and posting their interactions on TikTok — moderates.

Saturday, Oct. 5, 7 p.m. Tickets start at $35. Tilles Center for the Performing Arts, 720 Northern Blvd. Brookville. Tickets available at tillescenter.org.

Everclear

Everclear, one of the leading alternative rock bands to emerge from the ‘90s, led by vocalist-guitarist-founder Art Alexakis, is back on the road. The band is joined by special guests Marcy Playground and Jimmie’s Chicken Shack. The setlist for this tour includes all the hits from their extraordinary three decades-long catalog, spotlighting tracks off their album “Songs From An American Movie Vol. One,” to be released on vinyl later this year for the ﬁrst time via Intervention Records. Since forming in 1992, Everclear has enjoyed a lengthy career by any measure, beginning with their major-label debut, 1995’s platinumselling album “Sparkle and Fade,” and its massive chart-topping hit “Santa Monica,” Everclear was soon a household name and catapulted into the masses.

Sunday, Oct. 6, 7 p.m. $70.50, $50.50, $30.50, $25.50. The Paramount, 370 New York Ave., Huntington. Tickets available at ticketmaster.com or paramountny. com.

Photos courtesy Historic Hudson Valley Thousands of hand-carved jack-o’-lanterns light up the night as the Halloween spirit is all a-glow, with Old Bethpage Village’s 19th century buildings and historic barns as a backdrop.

Tom Colicchio on ‘why he cooks’

Get an unprecedented look insights into the life of America’s top chef when Tom Colicchio brings his “Why I Cook” book tour to the Paramount stage, Saturday, Oct. 12, 2 p.m. Part memoir-part cookbook, Colicchio’s newest book shares an exclusive look inside the mind and kitchen of the beloved restaurateur multipleJames Beard and Emmy Award-winning chef, restaurateur, and television personality. Colicchio cooked his first recipe at 13-years-old — a stuffed eggplant from an issue of Cuisine magazine that he picked up out of boredom — and it changed his life. Through 10 memoir chapters and 60 recipes, “Why I Cook” shares Tom’s personal reflections of more than 40 years behind the stove. From pre-dawn fishing excursions with his grandfather to running the flat-top at the snack shack of the local swim club, to finding his way as a young chef in New York City, Tom chronicles the dishes and memories that have shaped him as a person and chef.

Through these meaningful dishes, gorgeous recipe shots, and images from Tom’s childhood, “Why I Cook” is the most personal look into Tom’s life yet. He recounts the extraordinary personal journey that brought him from his working-class Italian background in Elizabeth, N.J., to the award-winning kitchens of New York City’s best restaurants, to the set of “Top Chef” and the stage of the Emmy Awards, among his many endeavors. $95, $65, $54, $35. The Paramount, 370 New York Ave., Huntington. Tickets available at ticketmaster.com or paramountny.com.

One-on-One Career Coaching

Amityville Public Library hosts oneon-one career coaching, Monday, Oct. 7, with Stephanie Jodlowski, a tenured career counselor with 15 years of experience. She will help with resume writing, cover letters, career transition/ direction advisement, job searching tips, job market analysis, mock interviewing, interview tips, compensation analysis, negotiating compensation tips, LinkedIn profile creation or revision and more. Registration is required; if you do not respond to the library’s reminder phone call/ email, your appointment will be cancelled.

To register, email adult@ amityvillepubliclibrary.org. Include the name of the program, “oneon-one career coaching” in the subject line, and your full name in the body of the email. For more information, call (631) 264-0567. Amityville Public Library, 19 John Street, Amityville.

Trunk or Treat

Simpson United Methodist Church hosts a Trunk or treat event, Thursday, Oct. 26 , 2-4 p.m., at the church. All are encouraged to attend in costume. There’s also a chance to vote for the best-decorated car. Rain cancels the event. 30 Locust Ave., Amityville. For more information call Mary at (516) 991-8098.

Farmers Market: Still goin’ strong

Moving into autumn, the Bay Village Civic Association reminds residents that its farmers market is still open every Saturday, Oct. 5 , 12, 19, and 26, 9 a.m.-1 p.m. Parking is available. The Great Lawn of FUMC, 25 Broadway, Amityville.

One-On-One Citizenship Appointments

Amityville Public Library is offering one-on-one informational appointments to discuss the general citizenship process and how to prepare for the citizenship test during September and October. Please note that no legal advice is given or offered at appointments. To make an appointment, call Mary at (631) 691-1619 ext. 117. 19 John St.

Coffee, Books and Snacks at Anchor Coffee

Amityville Public Library, with Anchor Coffee, hosts a coffee, books and snacks event, Tuesday, Oct. 8, 10-11

a.m. Join the library at Anchor Coffee to drink delicious coffee, eat tasty and fresh baked snacks and discuss your favorite recent reads with other members of the Amityville community. Limit your snack selection to baked goods only (scones, croissants etc) rather than meal items. Anchor Coffee, 215 Broadway, Amityville. To register, visit amityvillepubliclibrary.org/ adult-programs. For more information, call (631) 2640567.

Antiques Sale at Lauder Museum

Amityville Historical Society holds an antique sale, Saturday, Oct. 5, 10 a.m.-3 p.m. This event is in conjunction with the Amityville Rotary Club’s annual apple festival, which will be held on the grounds of the Park Avenue Memorial Elementary School that same day. The antiques sale will be in the parking lot of the Lauder Museum, 170 Broadway, Amityville. In case of rain, it will be held inside the museum.

Hispanic Heritage Month Festival

The Town of Babylon hosts the 26th Annual Hispanic Heritage Month Festival, Saturday, Oct. 5, 11 a.m.- 4 p.m., at Tanner Park Senior Center. With food, raffles and vendors. Event is free and open to the public. 400 Baylawn Ave., Copiague. For information call the Department of Human Resources at (631) 464-4340.

Annual County Marathon

Thomas H. Smith Ragamuffin Parade

Amityville Police Benevolent Association hosts the annual Thomas H. Smith Ragamuffin Parade, Saturday, Oct. 19 , 10 a.m. with a rain date of Oct. 20. Parade starts at 9/11 Memorial Park, Broadway at LIRR and ends at north parking lot of Park Avenue Elementary School. There will be goodies for the participants and a contest for the best costumes.

Latin Mix and Ballroom Dancing

Learn how to build your family tree

Join Town of Babylon

Historian Mary Cascone at Copiague Memorial Public Library to learn about top tips and tricks for building your family tree, Tuesday, Oct. 8, 2-3 p.m. Registration is required. Copiague Library, 50 Deauville Blvd., Copiague. For more information, call (631) 691-1111.

Having an event?

The 10th Annual Suffolk County Marathon, Half Marathon, 10K, 5K and 1K Fun Run will be held Saturday and Sunday, Oct. 19-20 . On Oct. 19, the 5K race begins at 9 a.m. and the 1K at 11 a.m., inside Gardiner County Park, Montauk Highway, Bay Shore. The 10k, Half Marathon and Full Marathon Start at 7:30 a.m., on Oct. 20 at the Babylon LIRR train station. Start line is on the corner of Railroad and Deer Park Ave. The best place to be dropped off is at Babylon LIRR, the North Side of the tracks (Park Ave). To register or for more information go to runsignup.com./

Items on The Scene page are listed free of charge. The Herald welcomes listings of upcoming events, community meetings and items of public interest. All submissions should include date, time and location of the event, cost, and a contact name and phone number. Submissions can be emailed to thescene@liherald.com.

If you’ve ever wanted to learn Latin dancing the easy way, this is for you. These classes, Saturdays, beginning Oct. 19 through Dec. 14, at Amityville Public Library, will cover Salsa, Merengue, Rumba and Cha Cha. In addition to simple and exciting Latin steps, this course will be covering styling, timing, and musicality. $10 check, cash or money order made payable to the Amityville Public Library is due at registration. 19 John St., Amityville. For information, visit amityvillepubliclibrary.org or call (631) 264-0567.

Art League of L.I. exhibit

In support of Breast Cancer Awareness Month, the Art League of Long Island presents “Retrospect - The Individual Art of Collaboration in Reconstructive Surgery.” The exhibit delves into the interplay between personal artistry and collaborative efforts in the context of breast reconstruction, showcasing how the healing process can transcend medicine to become an inspiring narrative of restoration and personal resilience. This unique exhibition explores the intersection of medicine and art through the lens of two accomplished breast reconstruction surgeons, Dr. Ron Israeli and Dr. Jonathan Bank, whose careers and artistic endeavors are deeply intertwined.

The works on display show the multifaceted nature of artistic expression in medicine and surgery. Their work emphasizes the importance of collaborative creativity in the healing process, offering viewers a unique perspective on the emotional and physical aspects of breast reconstruction. On view Sept. 28 through Oct. 18. Jeanie Tengelsen Gallery at Art League of Long Island, 107 East Deer Park Road, Dix Hills. Visit artleagueli.org for more information.

AMITYVILLE

Local veterans to be part of Fall Honor Flight

BY CAROLYN JAMES cjames@liherald.com

Honor Flight Long Island (HFLI) will bring 46 Long Island veterans—including several locals—on its Fall Flight to Washington, D.C. The flight departs from MacArthur Airport on Saturday, October 5 and will give veterans the chance to visit military memorials, engage with service branch representatives, and share stories with fellow comrades.

HFLI’s mission is to recognize and honor those who served in the United States Armed Forces, preserving the freedoms we enjoy today. By providing free, one-day trips to the nation’s capital, the organization ensures that veterans receive the appreciation they deserve.

served in Germany as a Military Police officer, but the news he often received about his injured and fallen comrades from Vietnam continue to haunt him. “It was always crushing news. That feeling has never left me.”

Vincent “Jimmy” DelliPaoli of North Babylon, another veteran set to take the Honor Flight, expressed gratitude for the support he received upon returning home. “When I got off the plane, my whole family was waiting for me,” he said.

Now, he finds solace in helping his daughter compile a book of letters from his military experiences to share with future generations. DelliPaoli also attends counseling at the Veterans Center

“Our Fall Flight includes 43 Vietnam War veterans, many of whom are receiving long-overdue recognition for their service,” said HFLI President Bill Jones, a U.S. Army veteran, and West Point graduate. “They’ll be joined by three Korean War veterans. This flight truly represents a ‘big hug’ from Honor Flight, their families, and supporters, who make these trips possible.”

For veterans like Erle Mutz of West Babylon, the journey holds deep and personal significance. A Marine Corps veteran who served in Vietnam from 1967 to 1968, Mutz was injured during a fierce battle on what is now known as Bastards Bridge. Reflecting on his past struggles with his experience, he said: “I dealt with my injuries and severe experiences by using alcohol, but I’ve been sober since 1991, and now I devote my time to helping other veterans.”

in Babylon, emphasizing the importance of seeking help. “Even my wife has attended a few sessions,” he noted, adding that he is looking forward to bonding with fellow veterans during the trip.

As an Adjunct Finance Officer and Junior Vice Commander for New York’s Military Order of the Purple Heart, Mutz hopes the trip will foster camaraderie and healing.

Martin Kolodey of West Babylon, who served in Vietnam with the U.S. Army, is also looking forward to the flight, accompanied by his daughter, Erika Serraino. “What we experienced is not something others can fully understand,” he said, his voice breaking up with emotion. “It will be nice to be with my fellow veterans because unless you walk in someone else’s shoes, it’s difficult to understand.”

“I think it is going to be a wonderful trip,” said Serraino who looks forward to her father having the opportunity to bond with other veterans.

Robert Penzes, a Farmingdale native who pushed up his draft, recalls leaving home with trepidation. “As I looked back at my parents, I wondered if I would ever see them again,” he said. Penzes said he was fortunate to have

U.S. Navy veteran Robert Corcoran of Massapequa served from 1959 to 1963 and was stationed on the U.S.S. Indiana. He remembers vividly the tenuous hours and days of the Cuban Missile Crisis. “We were in port at Norfolk when we got the news that we were going down Cuba,” he recalls. “None of us really knew what was going on but we knew it was something serious. It wasn’t until we got home that we found out how close we came. To war.”

Corcoran is going on the Honor Flight with his grandson James and said he is looking forward to it and hopes to share a comradery with the other Naval veterans in the group.

HFLI is accepting applications from veterans of WWII, Korea, and Vietnam. Long Island veterans are encouraged to sign up through the HFLI website at www.honorflightlongisland.org. Each veteran is accompanied by a guardian— able-bodied volunteers who donate $400 (tax-deductible) to cover travel costs. If a veteran lacks a family guardian, HFLI has dedicated volunteers eager to escort these heroes to their memorials.

For questions, call Jamie Bowden at (631) 702-2423 or email JBowden@south-

Notice of formation of SJM MANAGEMENT SOLUTIONS LLC. Articles of Organization filed with the Secretary of State of New York SSNY on 06/11/2024. Office located in county of Suffolk. SSNY has been designated for service of process. SSNY shall mail copy of any process served against the LLC at 54 Chestnut Rd. Amityville NY 11701. Purpose: any lawful purpose 24-516. 9/11, 18, 25, 10/2, 9, 16

NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING BY THE TOWN OF BABYLON ACCESSORY

APARTMENT REVIEW BOARD

Pursuant to provisions of Local Law # 9 of the Babylon Town Code, notice is hereby given that the Town of Babylon Accessory Apartment Review Board will hold a public hearing in the Town Board Meeting Room in the East Wing of Town Hall, 200 East Sunrise Highway, Lindenhurst, New York on Tuesday eve, October 8th, 2024. Public hearings begin 6:00pm.

NEW APPLICATIONS:

•Kevin Palavan 39 Goshen Street Deer Park, NY 11729 / SCTM#0100-24-2-35

•Reinel Alvarez 93 Buena Vista Blvd Lindenhurst, NY 11757/ SCTM#0100-190-4-12

•Pablo Bruno 8 Central Ave N. Babylon, NY 11703 / SCTM#0100-117-2-48

•Qing Dong 431 52nd Street N. Lindenhurst, NY 11757/ SCTM#0100-204-2-65

•Matthew & Christie Zappia 33 Charleston Drive Amity Harbor, NY 11701/ SCTM#0100-181-2-141

•Richard Sternberg 100 E. 7th Street Deer Park, NY 11729/ SCTM#0100-65-2-10

•Janet Santo

83 E. Lido Promenade Lindenhurst, NY 11757 / SCTM#0100-190-4-90

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above time and place by order of Sandra Thomas, Chairperson, Accessory Apartment Review Board, Town of Babylon, North Lindenhurst, Suffolk County, New York.

Amityville Record: Wednesday, October 2nd, 2024 24- 525. 10/2

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, October 9, 2024 at 6:00pm NEW APPLICATION

1. Mary Ann Murphy 807 Centre Ave. Lindenhurst NY 11757

SCTM NO: 0100-1562-76

RENEWALS

1. Sergio Suriel 20 State Ave. Wyandanch NY 11798

SCTM NO: 0100-80-1-94

2. Erika Soiman 5 Denton Place E. Farmingdale NY 11735

SCTM NO: 0100-461-14

3. Melbourne Price 52 S. 23rd St. Wyandanch NY 11798

SCTM NO: 0100-562-22

4. Paul Ditredici 25 Overton St. Deer Park NY 11729

SCTM NO: 0100-21-4-65

5. Sumlen Realty LLC 7 Hatcher Ct. Amityville NY 11701

SCTM NO: 0100-165-3-13

6. Sumlen Realty DE LLC 92 N. 22nd St. Wheatley Heights NY 11798

SCTM NO: 0100-393-132

7. Sumkin Realty LLC 158 Arizona Rd. N. West Babylon NY 11704

SCTM NO: 0100-1023-68

8. Sumkin Family Ltd. 65 Poplar Rd. Amityville NY 11701

SCTM NO: 0100-1241-45

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NOTICE OF SALE SUPREME COURT COUNTY OF SUFFOLK Wells Fargo Bank, NA, Plaintiff AGAINST John Ikhihibhojere; Bola Asemota; et al., Defendant(s) Pursuant to a Judgment

of Foreclosure and Sale duly entered April 10, 2023, and Amended August 16, 2023, I, the undersigned Referee, will sell at public auction at the Babylon Town Hall, 200 East Sunrise Highway, Lindenhurst, NY 11757 on October 31, 2024 at 2:30PM, premises known as 508 Albany Avenue, Amityville, NY 11701. All that certain plot piece or parcel of land, with the buildings and improvements erected, situate, lying and being at Amityville in the Town of Babylon, County of Suffolk, State of NY, District: 0100 Section: 173.00 Block: 01.00 Lot: 134.000. Approximate amount of judgment $632,544.52 plus interest and costs. Premises will be sold subject to provisions of filed Judgment Index# 624177/2017. The auction will be conducted pursuant to the COVID-19 Policies Concerning Public Auctions of Foreclosed Property established by the 10th Judicial District.

Pamela J. Greene, Esq., Referee LOGS Legal Group LLP f/k/a Shapiro, DiCaro & Barak, LLC

Attorney(s) for the Plaintiff

175 Mile Crossing Boulevard Rochester, New York 14624 (877) 430-4792

Dated: September 9, 2024 For sale information, please visit www.Auction. com or call (800) 280-2832 24-527. 10/2, 9, 16, 23

Supplemental Summons and Notice of Object of Action SUPREME COURT OF THE STATE OF NEW YORK COUNTY OF SUFFOLK ACTION TO FORECLOSE A MORTGAGE INDEX #: 631468/2023 KINECTA FEDERAL CREDIT UNION

Plaintiff, vs JASMINE MORGAN AS HEIR TO THE ESTATE OF ROBIN MORGAN-HAWKINS, ROBERT L. HAWKINS, JR. AS HEIR TO THE ESTATE OF ROBIN MORGAN-HAWKINS, UNKNOWN HEIRS OF ROBIN MORGAN-HAWKINS IF LIVING, AND IF HE/SHE 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 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, PEOPLE OF THE STATE OF NEW YORK, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA ON BEHALF OF THE IRS, CLERK OF THE SUFFOLK COUNTY DISTRICT COURT, CLERK OF THE SUFFOLK COUNTY TRAFFIC & PARKING VIOLATIONS AGENCY, INCORPORATED VILLAGE OF ISLANDIA, LVNV FUNDING LLC APO CITIBANK, JEFFERSON CAPITAL SYSTEMS LLC JOHN DOE (Those unknown tenants, occupants, persons or corporations or their heirs, distributees, executors, administrators, trustees, guardians, assignees, creditors or successors claiming an interest in the mortgaged premises.) Defendant(s).

MORTGAGED PREMISES: 31 South 23rd Street WYANDANCH, NY 11798 To the Above named Defendant: 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 Supplemental Summons, to serve a notice of appearance, on the Plaintiff(s) attorney(s) within twenty days after the service of this Supplemental Summons, exclusive of the day of service (or within 30 days after the service is complete if this Supplemental Summons is not personally delivered to you within the State of New York). In case

of your failure to appear or answer, judgment will be taken against you by default for the relief demanded in the Complaint. The Attorney for Plaintiff has an office for business in the County of Erie. Trial to be held in the County of Suffolk. The basis of the venue designated above is the location of the Mortgaged Premises. TO Unknown Heirs of Robin Morgan-Hawkins Defendant In this Action. The foregoing Supplemental Summons is served upon you by publication, pursuant to an order of HON. Susan Betsy Heckman Torres of the Supreme Court Of The State Of New York, dated the Tenth day of September, 2024 and filed with the Complaint in the Office of the Clerk of the County of Suffolk, in the City of Riverhead. The object of this action is to foreclosure a mortgage upon the premises described below, executed by Robin Morgan-Hawkins (who died on June 25, 2022, a resident of the county of Suffolk, State of New York) dated the October 15, 2014, to secure the sum of $140,000.00 and recorded at Book 22537, Page 291 in the Office of the Suffolk County Clerk on October 31, 2014. The mortgage was subsequently assigned by an assignment executed January 11, 2023 and recorded on February 21, 2023, in the Office of the Suffolk County Clerk at Book

M00023485, Page 112. The property in question is described as follows: 31 South 23rd Street, WYANDANCH, NY 11798 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: September 18, 2024 Gross Polowy LLC Attorney(s) For Plaintiff(s) 1775 Wehrle Drive, Suite 100 Williamsville, NY 14221 The law firm of Gross Polowy LLC and the attorneys whom it employs are debt collectors who are attempting to collect a debt. Any information obtained by them will be used for that purpose. 82721 24-528. 10/2, 9, 16, 23

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Town mulls two measures to assist volunteer firefighters

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income qualifications set by the Long Island Workforce Housing Act.

This measure arose after local fire departments noted that volunteers who meet service requirements are eligible for real property tax reductions.

“Many of our younger volunteers don’t own homes, so this measure will provide them with benefits until they can become homeowners,” McSweeney said. “It offers them the same type of support currently available to firefighters who own homes in the town, which promotes fairness.”

Macaluso added that these measures recognize the efforts of volunteers and enhance benefits that are essential for attracting and retaining fire department personnel.

“There are many benefits to volunteering, including college credits and pensions, and these proposals will help us recruit and retain volunteers,” he said.

The housing measure will also be subject of the public hearing on Oct. 9.

More than 93 percent of fire departments in New York State are staffed primarily by volunteers, saving taxpayers billions of dollars each year. As volunteer departments across the state and on Long Island face challenges in recruitment and retention, measures like those proposed in Babylon Town aim to sustain and improve staffing levels, according to Macaluso.

In other business the board:

•confirmed membership into the North Lindenhurst Fire Department for volunteer Igbonisa Marvin Eribo; •accepted donations for the town’s Ujima Internship Program from Elizabeth Keihm of Seaford and Vanda E. Bordies of West Babylon.

Local teacher and musician wins guitar in fundraising raffle

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NOTICE OF PUBLIC AND/OR INFORMATIONAL HEARINGS BY THE TOWN OF BABYLON PLANNING BOARD

Pursuant to Chapter 186, Site Plan Review, and Chapter 213, Zoning, of the Babylon Town Code and Section 276 of the Town Law, notice is hereby given that the Town of Babylon Planning Board will hold public and/or informational hearings(s) at the Babylon Town Hall, Town Board Room, 200 East Sunrise Highway, Lindenhurst, New York, on the Monday, October 7, 2024 at 7:00 p.m. prevailing time or as soon thereafter as can be heard to consider the following application(s):

PUBLIC HEARING/SITE PLAN REVIEW

JOB# 24-28A; North Queens RE LLC: SCTM# 0100-156-02-007: Zone G Industry: SEQRA-Type II Action: Applicant is proposing interior alterations and a roof raise, for a change of use to a stone cutting operation, along with associated site improvements.: Property is located on the east side of North Queens Avenue, 130’ north of Frank Street, Lindenhurst, Suffolk County, Town of Babylon, New York

PUBLIC HEARING/SITE PLAN REVIEW/MINOR SUBDIVISION/LIFTING OF TOWN BOARD COVENANT AND RESTRICTIONS

Town of Babylon, North Lindenhurst, Suffolk County, New York

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NOTICE is hereby given that the BOARD OF APPEALS of the Village of Amityville will hold a Public Hearing in the Court Room of Village Hall, 21 Ireland Place, Amityville, NY at 7:00 P.M. on THURSDAY, October 17th, 2024, to consider the following applications:

Application of John Palermo. Applicant seeks a special exception to maintain a solid 4 foot solid vinyl fence on a waterfront parcel pursuant to Section 183-139 A. (1) of the Village of Amityville Code. Premises located on the East side of Ocean Avenue approximately 285 feet South of Grace Court in a “Residential A” District known as 78 Ocean Avenue a/k/a SCTM# 101-9-7-11.

Application of Chris Ross / L.I.P.P. on behalf of Elizabeth Gandolfo. Applicant seeks a special exception to maintain a 6 foot solid vinyl fence pursuant to Section 183-139 A. (3) of the Village of Amityville Code. Premises located on the East side of Forrest Place approximately 110 feet North of Terry Avenue in a “Residential B” District known as 97 Forrest Place a/k/a SCTM# 101-6-3-22.

of Wanser Place in a “Historic” District known as 8086 Broadway a/k/a SCTM# 101-7-3-9 and 101-7-3-10.

Application of Kadandale Shetty. Applicant seeks multiple variances associated with the proposed erection of a Multiple Dwelling structure. Variance 1 is a Use Variance to allow the erection of a Multiple Dwelling in the Business District pursuant to Section 183-81 of the Village of Amityville Code. Variance 2 is to reduce the required setback from the average yard depth of 15’-9”to 12’-4” pursuant to Section 183-91 of the Village Code. Premises located on the East side of Broadway approximately 99 feet north of Dixon Ave in a "B-1 Business" District known as 379-383 Broadway a/k/a SCTM#101-2-4-23, 101-2-4-24, and 101-2-4-26.

Application of Soljenistsyn & Rachel Maurice. Applicants seek a special exception to maintain a 6 foot solid vinyl fence pursuant to Section 183-139 A. (3) of the Village of Amityville Code. Premises located on the South side of Austin Avenue approximately 120 feet East of Lake Street in a “Residential B” District known as 13 Austin Avenue a/k/a SCTM# 101-4-4-20.

two-family dwelling pursuant to Section 183-43 C (6) of the Village of Amityville Code. Premises located on the Northeast corner of oak Street and Wellington Place in a “residential B” District known as 66 Oak Street, a/k/a SCTM# 101-4-3-22.

Application of Anthony Augello. Applicant seeks a renewal of a previously approved special exception for a mixed use dwelling pursuant to Section 183-82 A (10) (a) of the Village of Amityville Code. Premises located on the Southeast corner of Greene Avenue and Ketcham Avenue in a “Business 2” District known as 195 Ketcham Avenue, a/k/a SCTM# 101-5-2-37. By Order of the Zoning Board of Appeals, Village of Amityville Catherine Murdock, Clerk/Treasurer 24-530 10/2, 9

The guitar was donated by Amityville resident Steve Pisani, a musician in the band, to help raise funds for the Amityville Fire Department’s AFD Cares fund, which assists fire personnel who are experiencing hardships. The annual concert was a hit with live songs from the 80s and 90s and a stage light show.

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JOB# 24-31ABI; 45 Dale Street, LLC: SCTM# 0100074-02-022 and 0100-07402-023.008: Zone GB Industry: SEQRA-Unlisted Action, Uncoordinated Review: Applicant is proposing to restore an existing transfer station that was damaged due to fire, legalize the expansion of the transfer station use to an adjacent parcel, lift previously imposed Town Board Covenants and Restrictions, as well as subdivide the original approved site plan to no longer include SCTM # 0100-074-02-023.011, along with associated site improvements.: Property is located on the east side of Dale Street, 243’ north of Edison Avenue, West Babylon, Suffolk County, Town of Babylon, New York

All interested persons should appear at the above time and place by order of Patrick Halpin, Chairperson of the Planning Board,

Application of Richard Handler on behalf of Amity Village Apartments. Applicant seeks multiple variances associated with alterations to the existing mixed-use structures. Variance 1 is a use variance to convert an existing Mixed-Use Dwelling consisting of 2 commercial units and 1 residential unit to a 3 family dwelling pursuant to Section 183-68 of the Village of Amityville Code. Variance 2 is a special exception to convert an existing Mixed-Use Dwelling from 3 commercial units and 1 residential unit to 2 commercial units and 2 residential units pursuant to Section 183-68 of the Village Code. Variance 3 is a special exception to reduce the required amount of parking spaces from 35 to 26 spaces pursuant to Section 183-129 of the Village Code. Premises located on the West side of Broadway (Route 110) approximately 158 feet South

Application of Frank Allocca Jr of 52-50 Sprague LLC. Applicant seeks to renew a previously approved special exception to maintain the existing outdoor storage pursuant to Section 183-96 of the Village of Amityville Code. Premises located on the North side of Sprague Avenue approximately 415 feet East of Broadway (Route 110) in an “Industrial” district known as 50 and 52 Sprague Avenue a/k/a SCTM# 1012-4-6, 101-2-4-7, and 1012-4-8.

Application of Arthur Chiodo. Applicant seeks a use variance to maintain an existing non-conforming Mixed-Use Dwelling pursuant to Section 183-83 of the Village of Amityville Code. Premises located on the West side of South Ketcham Avenue approximately 370 feet South of Morris Street in a “B-3 Marine Business” District known as 235 South Ketcham Avenue a/k/a SCTM# 101-11-1-18.

Application of Tuyet Van Nguyen. Applicant seeks renewal of a previously approved special exception for a non-owner-occupied

Amityville school teacher and accomplished musician Margaret Brooks was the lucky winner of a Michael Kelly electric guitar in a raffle held recently at Amityville Village’s Radio Flashback concert on Sept. 13 at the Amityville Beach.

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Q. We have a large deck that finally needs to be repaired, and some parts replaced. It is wood with some steel beams, and we wanted to do the boards that look like wood but are made from plastics and supposedly last longer. We looked at several brands and aren’t sure what is best, but it probably doesn’t matter now. The prices came in very high for the work, and each contractor we have spoken to said we were only going to save money if we use all wood, including the beams. The beams are steel, as we understand, since they extend farther without as many columns. The funny thing is that we were replacing the wood because it started rotting and twisting after 15 years, bad enough that we don’t feel comfortable using the deck — it’s on our second floor, which is why we want fewer columns, so we can continue to use the ground level as an outdoor dining space. What can you recommend that we do? The costs make it impossible to move forward, and we really want our deck back.

A. I like to quote the oil filter commercial we used to hear all the time: “You can pay me now or pay me later.” In this case, you can spend the money on the less-costly wood, and then spend more money on re-treating the wood and repairs. As for the steel beams being replaced, it should be understood that steel is more compact for its strength, and the equivalent ability to span longer distances with wood requires much more wood, and it will more than likely be taller, meaning the beams will extend lower.

The synthetic decking materials are a much better choice, and the ones that are recycled resinbased, without the wood component parts in their composition, are at the top of the list of low maintenance, deterioration and replacement that you have with wood mixtures and wood deck materials. I have seen the difference many times over the years, including the landing deck in my own yard. I originally built it out of cedar, which was supposed to be resistant to insects and, if stained properly, would last a long time, or so I thought. After just four years, the wood posts and the properly stained decking had become distorted with warping, twisting and some end rotting. I replaced the materials with synthetic decking and rails, and after 24 years, it’s still in great condition.

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America’s support of Israel is vital — now more than ever

Last Oct. 7, Israel was plunged into a crisis that has demanded both our attention and our action. As a rabbi and a proud Zionist, I’ve traveled to Israel twice since that tragic day — once to volunteer, and once to witness the devastation firsthand.

The scale of loss is staggering.

Israel’s top priority must be the rescue and safe return of the hostages, who have endured unimaginable trauma, and Israel must do everything in its power to secure their release. This aligns with pikuach nefesh, the Jewish principle that preserving life overrides almost all other considerations. Still, the mission of rescuing the hostages cannot justify widespread destruction. Ensuring the safety of innocent people on all sides of this conflict is essential for Israel, not just strategically but morally.

America’s support for Israel, especially in this moment, must be resolute but also thoughtful. Historically, the U.S. has

Abeen Israel’s strongest ally, providing military, financial and diplomatic backing. That partnership has helped Israel withstand threats, grow as a nation and secure its future. But in this current conflict, American support should also reflect the shared values of democracy and human rights. While Israel defends itself, it must do so in a way that seeks to minimize harm to civilians. The U.S. can play a role in pushing for that balance.

Its fight for survival must not lead it down a path that betrays its core values.

The American Jewish community is wrestling with this tension. For decades, many American Jews have offered unconditional support for Israel, rooted in a deep connection to the land and the need for Jewish survival. But in recent years, there’s been a shift. Many, especially younger generations, are questioning Israel’s policies, particularly in relation to the Israeli-Palestinian conflict. This doesn’t mean turning away from Israel, but rather engaging in more critical conversations about its actions, while still standing firmly against terrorism. We cannot ignore the growing divide within the American Jewish community, where progressive voices are demanding

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s women ascend, does misogyny spike?

Let’s start with a quiz: Exactly what part of their bodies are men willing to enlarge or remove or bleach or burn or exfoliate or liposuction or disfigure with waxes and curling irons and injections and dyes? How many guys spend their time and money putting fat in and taking fat out in a never-ending pursuit of physical perfection? Do they obsess about injecting fat into their thinning lips or sucking fat out of their expanding behinds?

The answer is, not that many, especially when compared with the number of girls and women who willingly undergo painful medical procedures to meet standards of beauty promulgated by social media and a hard-to-change culture in which men often decide how women should look. Some women say they were miserable growing up because boys called them flat-chested. Others say all the guys did was stare at their big breasts. Some wanted enhancements. Some wanted reductions. But the frame of reference often was the approval of

that Israel adhere to the same human rights values they champion in other contexts. These concerns are real and important. Yet it’s possible to support Israel’s right to defend itself while also holding it accountable to ethical standards. This dual approach — support coupled with honest critique — strengthens, rather than weakens, the bond between Israel and American Jews.

America’s involvement is more than just providing military aid and diplomatic cover. It’s about ensuring that Israel’s fight for survival doesn’t lead it down a path that betrays its core values. The principle of tohar haneshek, the purity of arms, demands that Israel’s military actions avoid unnecessary harm. It’s a concept deeply rooted in Jewish tradition, calling for restraint even in the heat of conflict. American influence, if used wisely, can help Israel stay true to this principle.

In a broader sense, America’s continued support for Israel must remain strong, but it also needs to reflect the complexities of the situation. This isn’t a black-and-white conflict, and American leadership should encourage Israel to

seek not just victory but a path to lasting peace. The rescue of hostages is crucial, but so is preventing a cycle of violence that further destabilizes the region. At the same time, America must recognize that support for Israel isn’t just about defense. It’s about protecting a democratic ally that shares common values of human rights and justice. While military might is necessary, it must be tempered by the moral responsibility to minimize harm to civilians — Israeli and Palestinian alike.

In the end, America’s support for Israel is essential not just for Israel’s survival, but for upholding the values we hold dear. This is a moment of reckoning, when the stakes are high and the consequences of every decision are profound. The U.S. must stand by Israel, but also guide it in a way that ensures the preservation of life and the pursuit of peace. The hostages must come home, and this conflict must end with the preservation of the values that have always been at the heart of both nations’ aspirations.

Rabbi Michael Cohen is the clergical leader of Central Synagogue-Beth Emeth in Rockville Centre. He served in the U.S. Army for over a decade, and is a member of the Long Island Board of Rabbis, the New York Board of Rabbis and the Central Conference of American Rabbis.

times, the worst of times for women

boys and men.

This is not a new story, but there are new threads.

Now, apparently, small breasts are “in.” According to the American Society of Plastic Surgeons, in 2023, more than 76,000 American women had elective breast-reduction surgery, a 64 percent increase from 2019. Who sets the standard? Often the values come from men rather than the women themselves. Influencers who have enormous power over our teenagers send messages subliminal and overt, saying: You are not OK as you are. Something needs fixing.

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I hope the increasing numbers of patients are seeking the surgery for sound reasons, not as a fashion statement.

hey are empowered like never before, and being attacked like never before.

The New York Times ran a story last week, “The Power (and Relief) of a Smaller Bosom,” reporting that the number of women seeking breast-reduction surgery has increased, especially among those under 30.

Why are more and more young girls choosing surgery?

To be clear: Breast reduction is often necessary. Ultimately, it is a decision between a woman and her doctor. It’s a big deal; the procedure can cause scarring and loss of sensation, and it requires anesthesia. For many teenagers and women, it greatly changes their life for the better, but results are not guaranteed.

Looking out at the political and cultural panorama at this time and date, I see women empowered in unprecedented ways. And perhaps because of that new power, they are being attacked, also in unprecedented ways. As women ascend, as we elect women to Congress and perhaps the White House, there is a companion piece: a significant movement to keep women down, to deny them their rights, especially reproductive freedom. Much of the misogynistic rhetoric begins at the top, with a presidential candidate and his acolytes who demand laws that control women’s bodies and choices.

When I was 24, married three years, I became pregnant, had a miscarriage and a D and C — dilation and curettage — at a local hospital. Emotionally, it was wrenching. But from a medical point of view, it went smoothly. The doctor met us at the hospital. He did the procedure and I went home. I was healthy enough to have two healthy children in the following years.

Today, because of draconian abortion bans passed by mostly male politicians

in a number of states, and the overturning of Roe v. Wade, which guaranteed the right to abortion, women who miscarry risk bleeding to death or suffering for hours before they can access basic life-saving treatment. Doctors are afraid to treat them. These measures are antiwoman, archaic and cruel.

By an accident of the time in which I lived my reproductive years, I had a safe post-miscarriage D and C. Now, 50 years later, we have fallen back to restrictive practices controlled by politicians, led by Donald Trump.

These threads connect in a tapestry of what it feels like to be a girl or woman today.

We need to be strong within ourselves to reject any messaging that tells us our bodies need fixes and surgeries. We have to be fiercely committed to women’s freedom to choose if and when to have children.

Pay attention to the messaging targeting women. Don’t sign up for surgery that alters your body without thoughtful screening and counseling. Don’t go for shortcuts, or any other kind of cuts, to achieve someone else’s standard of beauty.

Support individuals, and vote for individuals who see the ascendancy of women as fulfilling the promise of democracy.

MICHAEL CoHEn

RAnDI KREIss

HERALD

HeraLd editoriaL

Even in a deep blue state, your vote matters a

s the Nov. 5 election approaches, we urge every eligible Long Islander to exercise his or her fundamental right, and fulfill a crucial civic duty, by voting. The importance of registering to vote and casting your ballot cannot be overstated, especially in an election year when so much is at stake — from immigration policy to a woman’s right to choose.

While it’s easy to assume that New York state’s presidential electoral votes are a foregone conclusion for Vice President Kamala Harris — the state has not voted in the majority for a Republican presidential candidate since Ronald Reagan in 1984 — this election is about far more than just the race for the White House. Our state and local races have profound implications not only for our daily lives and communities, but also for the future of the country.

Take for instance the race in the 4th Congressional District, right here on the South Shore of Nassau County, where incumbent U.S. Rep. Anthony D’Esposito, a Republican, faces former Town of Hempstead Supervisor Laura Gillen, a Democrat. Experts consider this race to be one of the — if not the — most competitive in the entire country. The outcome of this single race could determine which party controls the House of Representatives. Yes, you read that correctly: Your vote in this local race could have national ramifications,

Letters

Peter King on the ‘horse race’

To the Editor:

Re Peter King’s column last week, “After all the drama, it’s a dead heat”: After a list of “totally unexpected” events, Mr. King, seemingly surprised, declares the presidential campaign to be a “horse race.” It is not, however, despite these events but because of them that the race is too close to call. The issues that are on the ballot have been submerged by the media’s excessive focus on those that are not.

Mr. King’s call for voters to focus is correct, though his recitation of the issues omits many and misplaces others. Missing, for example, are abortion, gun legislation, disinformation, voter suppression/ballot diversion, Project 2025 and DeSantis-Blakeman-style personal militias. Crime is real, Mr. King says, an indisputable statement, but as the evidence shows, ought not to head the list.

I share Mr. King’s sentiment about living up to “the responsibilities and challenges of living in a democracy” which should begin

helping determine the makeup of the legislative body that decides both national and international policies.

And your influence doesn’t stop there. State Senate and Assembly races, as well as local elections, will shape policies that affect our schools, taxes, infrastructure, and quality of life. These are the decisions that impact us most directly, yet they often receive the least attention from voters.

The power to influence these outcomes is in your hands, but only if you’re registered and ready to vote. If you haven’t registered yet, or if you need to update your registration, visit vote.gov by the registration deadline, Oct. 26. Not sure if you’re registered? Vote.gov can tell you that, too. The userfriendly website simplifies the process, ensuring that you’re prepared to make your voice heard on Election Day. You can also register at the Suffolk County Board of Elections.

For those who can’t make it to the polls on Nov. 5, New York offers several alternatives. Early voting runs from Oct. 26 to Nov. 3, providing ample opportunity to cast your ballot at your convenience. Early voting locations can be found at voterlookup.elections.ny.gov.

If you’re unable to vote in person, absentee voting is an option. You can request an absentee ballot by Oct. 26, at elections.ny.gov/request-ballot, or in person, at the county Board of Elec-

tions, and return it by mail (postmarked by Nov. 5), or in person, at a polling location, by 9 p.m. on Election Day.

Democracy thrives on participation. When voter turnout is low, a small minority ends up making decisions for the entire community. By registering and voting, you ensure that your interests and values are represented at all levels of our government. Moreover, voting is a hard-won right that generations before us fought to secure and expand. Participating in elections honors their sacrifices and continues the work of strengthening our democracy.

In these politically charged times, it’s easy to believe that our individual votes don’t matter. Nothing could be further from the truth. Close races are sometimes decided by handfuls of votes, and every ballot cast sends a message about the issues that matter to our community.

You can educate yourself on the local issues and the candidates by reading the Herald. In the coming weeks, we will publish interviews with all of the candidates that are seeking your vote, so that you can cast an informed one. Make your voice heard. Register to vote, encourage your friends and family to do the same, and show up to cast your ballot. Whether you choose to vote early, by mail or on Election Day, what matters most is that you participate.

concert, are shaping our future, and no one is excused.

BRIAN KELLY Rockville Centre

opinions

Honoring our immigrant ancestors

immigration has been a contentious topic for the past few years, as the migrant crisis at the southern border has continuously grabbed headlines, prompted intense debate and served as a major policy point for candidates in elections across the nation.

While Americans have always, and likely will always, disagree on how to handle this issue, there’s no denying the increasingly vitriolic, outlandish and in many cases outright racist language used to describe these immigrants.

Every American is a descendant of immigrants, whether your ancestors came here on the Mayflower, through Ellis Island or, in recent decades, on a plane. My ancestors came from Italy, Scotland, England, France and germany, some as early as the 1600s and some as late as the early 1900s.

So it’s disappointing, as someone who was raised to take pride in my family’s history, who learned about the struggles that my Italian and Jewish relatives faced when they arrived, to see how willing many Americans are to assume the worst about all immigrants.

There are some who will say, “I don’t hate all immigrants — just the illegals who come to our country to steal our jobs and murder us.” While I can appreciate the very real worries about gang members or criminals arriving in our neighborhoods, I’d like to ask a simple question.

How do you think your immigrant ancestors would feel if someone accused them of eating dogs?

iI can promise you, most of our ancestors did face discrimination when they came to this country. In the mid-1800s, when waves of germans and Irish arrived, and decades later, when Italian, greek, Russian, Jewish and more people came here in droves, they faced the racist backlash that many immigrants are still facing today.

their journey over. They drew caricatures, published cartoons calling Irishmen “wild beasts,” and ran political campaigns on a platform that the Irish were not fit to be members of civilized society.

t’s frustrating to see many Americans assume the worst about immigrants.

According to Kevin Kenny, a professor of history at Boston College, “Native-born Americans criticized Irish immigrants for their poverty and manners, their supposed laziness and lack of discipline, their public drinking style, their Catholic religion, and their capacity for criminality and collective violence. In both words and pictures, critics of the Irish measured character by perceived physical appearance.”

Sound familiar?

The Know Nothing Party of the 1850s was a nativist political movement that opposed Catholic immigration into the country. They ran on a platform of keeping America Protestant and “pure,” rejecting the notion that Catholics and non-Anglo-Saxon peoples had anything to offer our young nation.

The Know Nothings used slurs to insult the many Irish immigrants who had fled the great Famine, many of whom endured hellish conditions on

Letters

Congressman D’Esposito’s ‘last straw’

To the Editor:

Soon after Anthony D’Esposito was sworn into Congress, I wrote to him, suggesting that he take a leadership role by introducing legislation to require universal background checks to purchase guns, and ban assault weapons and high-capacity magazines. I assumed that as a former police officer with direct knowledge of the frequency of gun violence and the understanding that the majority of his constituents favor gun control, he would consider my proposal.

I was wrong. In his response, D’Esposito circumvented the issue entirely. Obviously, he is more beholden to the NRA than to his constituents. That has not stopped him from asking for donations from me every day.

Now I read that, contrary to House of Representatives ethics rules, he hired his mistress and his fiancée’s daughter to positions in his local congressional office. That’s the last straw. I doubt he will resign, but certainly he should not be re-elected to Congress.

DOuglAS MElzER Merrick

Is D’Esposito vulnerable to a House probe?

To the Editor:

It appears that the Herald may owe u.S. Rep Anthony D’Esposito and your readers a correction and an apology. last week’s issue had a story with the headline “D’Esposito faces ethics probe over hiring.” It cited the House of Representatives’ code of conduct’s list of relatives who cannot be hired by anyone serving in the House. Neither a former fiancée (no longer a fiancée at time of hiring) nor an alleged mistress is on the list.

Why did the Herald have an incendiary headline that was contradicted in the sixth paragraph of the story?

Because D’Esposito’s holier-than-thou opponent, l aura g illen, needed an opportunity to pontificate?

g illen identifies as a Catholic who worked with Mother Theresa for about five minutes long ago. g illen is proabortion because of her “own experience.” As she wrote in a Daily News op-ed piece in 2022, she had a medically necessary dilation and evacuation. Her experience was most unfortunate. But apparently she doesn’t know the difference between the termination of a human life through abortion and the removal of an already dead child.

I’m not saying people don’t have a right to be concerned about illegal immigration. It’s a serious issue that has remained unresolved through far too many administrations of both parties. But we must remember that our words have meaning, and that when we make blanket judgments about people or groups, we are, as the adage goes, cutting off our nose to spite our face.

Because immigrants have always been the backbone of this country, from the day of the signing of the Declaration

of Independence — which features the signatures of eight immigrants — to today. From early arrivers like Tadeusz Kosciuszko, who built Fort West Point and helped the Americans win the Battle of Saratoga, to later ones like Andrew Carnegie, the tycoon who dominated the steel industry in the 19th century — neither of whom had ‘legal’ documentation when they arrived — immigrants have always had an outsized impact as workers, innovators and leaders.

Arguably the most famous immigrant in our history, Alexander Hamilton, came to New York as a boy with nothing, and ended up one of our most influential Founding Fathers. I wonder what people these days would call the immigrant orphan child of a prostitute from the Caribbean with no formal schooling.

Immigration is difficult. It is a quagmire that provides immeasurable benefits while, conversely, creating serious social, economic and political pressures. But we should never resort to reductive and hateful stereotypes.

Every immigrant, no matter how he or she came here, is a human being, and should be treated as such. Don’t make the same mistake the people who called my relatives “wops” and “dagos” did, and assume they have less to offer.

Will Sheeline is a senior reporter covering Glen Cove, Glen Head, Oyster Bay and Sea Cliff. Comments? WSheeline@ liherald.com.

Framework by Tim Baker

As with her quick condemnation of D’Esposito for supposed violation of House ethics rules that do not apply, gillen is ignorant of science and the law with regard to abortion. We do not need another addition to the idiocracy in D.C.

gillen must not be elected.

And the Herald apparently owes some apologies.

At the Touch-a-Truck event — Merrick

CHRISTOPHER M. KANE Rockville Centre