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Babylon Town cracks down on Copiague motel activities

By CAROLYN JAMES cjames@kiherald.com

Babylon Town has taken action against six businesses, including motels and massage parlors, over the past year for allowing illegal activities such as drug use and prostitution to take place at their establishments. Last month, the town moved against a seventh location.

“We believe these motels and businesses promote prostitution and drug use, lowering our quality of life in Babylon,” said Supervisor Rich Schaffer. “We are putting them on notice that we are not stopping. They need to change their business models, or we will shut them down.”

The most recent case involves the Red Roof Motel (formerly Days Inn) at 10 34th Street in Copiague, which abuts the back of Copiague High School. A Suffolk County Police drug overdose investigation, combined with community complaints and town inspection findings, prompted the town’s action to force the owners to comply with local and state laws. The motel’s own-

ers were required to meet with the town attorney and attend a public hearing to address the motel’s conditions and apparent violations.

Shiv Patel and his father, Sirish Patel, who have owned the franchise since 1996, ,attended the Dec. 18 hearing. Shiv Patel spoke on behalf of his father, saying that since being notified of the issues, they have taken significant steps to address the problems. These include staff training on identifying human trafficking, drug use, and prostitution at the motel. The training is being provided by the Suffolk County Police Department.

Patel also said the motel has installed a camera system, now requires guests to provide identification, and has posted a sign in the office outlining rules for renting rooms and delineating prohibited activities, including drug use.

Jerry Guarino, the assistant town attorney, testified that there had been two arrests at the motel: one for prostitution on Aug. 18 and another for criminal pos-

State drops proposal for multi-use housing at Babylon LIRR station

By CAROLYN JAMES cjames@kiherald.com

Babylon Village Mayor Mary Adams says the state has officially ended its muchcriticized proposal to build a multi-unit housing development at the village’s Long Island Rail Road station.

The plan, which had been under consideration by the Metropolitan Transportation Authority (MTA), faced strong opposition from village, town, and state officials who argued the location was inappropriate for such a project.

“I am pleased to report that the study has been completed

and there will not be any development of the property or any housing opportunity at the Babylon Railroad Station,” Adams wrote on Facebook last week. “The parking lot will remain as it is—a parking lot.”

Several months ago, the village was informed that the MTA and state officials were conducting a study to determine the feasibility of the project. The proposed housing development was part of a broader state initiative to build transit-oriented housing on MTA properties in Nassau and Suffolk counties. Gov. Kathy Hochul has set a goal of adding 800,000 such units over

the next 10 years, with several Long Island locations— including Farmingdale and Melville—also under consideration.

The Babylon MTA site, located across from the Junior-Senior High School, sits at the intersection of two busy streets, Railroad and North Carll avenues. It is also the only parking lot for the railroad’s riders.

While the state owns the land, the project would have required local approvals from the village’s building and zoning boards, a process the state was reportedly seeking to bypass. In response, the village held a press conference

in early November to announce the study and its potential impact, quickly generating strong opposition from local officials and residents.

With the new announcement, many expressed relief and Adams thanked a host of officials for their support: the Village Board of Trustees, the Zoning and Planning boards, Town Supervisor Rich Schaf -

fer, the Town Board, Suffolk County Presiding Officer Kevin McCaffrey, State Sen. Alexis Weik, State Assemblyman Mike Durso, and Suffolk County Executive Ed Romaine.

“They all recognized how a housing opportunity at the Babylon Railroad Station would be a detriment to our community on many levels,”

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The Red Roof Inn in Copiague where illegal activity has been reported.

Babylon Town cracks down on Red Roof Inn in Copiague

session of a controlled substance on Oct. 7. In addition, there were two incidents involving apparent overdoses, including one fatality.

In August, a human trafficking investigation led to the motel, where police found a missing child reportedly staying with a woman.

Sgt. James Johnson of the First Precinct who worked with the FBI Human Trafficking Unit, testified at the town hearing that the motel rooms were being used for sex and drugs. The missing child, from Ohio, was eventually reunited with her family.

The Red Roof Motel has 37 rooms, two housekeepers, maintenance personnel, and a 24/7 front desk presence. The street is lined with single-family homes that dead end at the motel’s parking lot, which is blocked off by a fence. The high school is just south of that.

Residents there said they knew little about the activities at the motel.

“All I know is what I have heard about it,” said one resident at his home who added he was pleased however, that the town was working to resolve the issues. Edwin Salas, Babylon’s chief investigator, said the Patels have been cooperative and are working to improve conditions at the motel.

“We are in contact with them and will make routine checks to ensure that things improve there,” he said.

In addition to the Red Roof Motel, the town has worked to force compliance at several other businesses, including the Hollywood Motor Inn in Farmingdale, the Sunview Motel in West Babylon, and the Pines Motel in Lindenhurst.

Several massage parlors offering illegal services have been shut down, along with a video store on Milbar Street in Copiague that allegedly rented rooms for viewing pornographic material and engaging in prostitution.

In other business, the town board:

•Approved financing for the purchase of two Fire Chief Utility vehicles for the North Amityville Fire Company.

•Funded the Alegria North Project at 309 Merritt Ave., Wyandanch, as part of revitalization efforts under the Downtown Wyandanch Urban Renewal plan.

•Approved the purchase of a public safety boat from SBI, Inc., doing business as Safe Boats International.

The next Babylon Town meeting will be held on Wednesday, Jan. 15, at 7 p.m. at Babylon Town Hall, 200 E. Sunrise Hwy., Babylon.

State drops plan to put housing at Babylon LIRR parking lot

Adams said. “This is just another example of how working together we can accomplish great things.”

Adams also credited the community for its role in defeating the proposal,

citing grassroots efforts that included petition signing, attending press conferences, distributing flyers, and making calls to the MTA.

“Your efforts show your commitment and love for our village,” she said.

Babylon education officials outline state’s new high school diploma plan

By ALENA BERENBLATT

Correspondent

New York State’s Department of Education is set to overhaul high school graduation requirements, with a four-phase plan that will impact current students to varying degrees but fully change the way fourth graders get their high school diplomas.

At a Babylon school board meeting last month, Jeffrey Haubrich, Assist ant Superintendent for Curriculum, Instructionand Personnel, detailed the “New York Inspires” initiative, a comprehensive framework designed to “level the playing field for all students,” he said.

The plan will eliminate the existing three graduation diploma options and no longer require Regents exams for graduation. Instead, students will need to demonstrate proficiency in seven key components to earn a diploma. The plan is expected to be totally operational by the fall of 2029, when current fourth graders reach high school.

“The Commissioner [of Education] is very clear: the goal is to empower students, help them identify their passions, and pursue careers that align with those passions. It’s an ambitious goal, but one that’s exciting,” said Superintendent of Schools Carisa Manza.

The plan consists of four phases, with many of the changes centered on the state’s “Portrait of a Graduate” initiative. In the first phase, schools will adopt the Portrait of a Graduate, which includes seven components: critical thinker, global citizen, effective communicator, social-emotional competence, culturally competent, innovative problem solver, and literate across all content areas. To graduate, students must demonstrate proficiency in each of these components, Haubrich explained.

In the second phase, schools will redefine how they assign credits and

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Babylon village, town and state officials stood together to oppose a plan by the MTA to construct a housing project at the village’s LIRR station.

BACCA celebrates 50 Years with Harvest Moon Gala

The Babylon Citizens Council on the Arts (BACCA) celebrated its 50th anniversary with a Harvest Moon Gala in the fall at The Piermont in Babylon.

Incorporated in 1974 by a group of volunteers with a vision, BACCA has grown to become a year-round sponsor of many activities, including art classes and workshops, exhibitions, live theatre productions, concerts, public arts projects, cultural presentations and children’s recitals.

Major recurring annual events include the Paumanauke Pow-Wow, the Long Island Bluegrass and Roots Mu-

sic Festival and the annual Judged Art Show Recognized with the Owen H. Johnson Lifetime Arts Achievement Award were Mark and Dylan Perlman, the owners and operators of the Argyle Theatre in Babylon Village.

BACCA’s board of directors includes Shawn S. Cullinane, president; Alice Cromarty, vice president; Rene-JoshuaPorter, corresponding secretary; MaryAnn Weckerle, recording secretary and Donna Gellineau-Matone, treasurer.

For more information on BACCA go to babylonarts.org.

CRIME WATCH

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

POLICE SEEK

PUBLIC’S HELP

County Crime Stoppers and Suffolk County Police First Squad detectives are seeking the public’s help to identify and locate three men who stole $1,500 in merchandise from the East Farming dale Home Depot, at 202 Airport Plaza Blvd., on Dec. 18 at 5:43 p.m. Suffolk County Crime Stoppers offers a cash reward for in-formation that leads to an arrest. Anyone with information can contact Suffolk County Crime Stoppers 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, texts,, emails will be kept confidential.

THE GRINCH WHO STOLE

CHRISTMAS DECORATIONS

Amityville: Someone stole a wooden Santa tied to a pole in front of a home on Sterling Place on Dec. 21, police report.

PETIT LARCENY

Amityville: A resident of Maple Road reported the theft of a mobile phone. The report was filed at 1:30 a.m., on Dec. 22. Farmingdale: A representative of Bath and Body Works in Airport Plaza, reported that on Dec. 14, someone stole more than $1,000 of merchandise from the store, including candles, bagged and

boxed gifts. That incident was reported shortly before 1 p.m.

• In a similar incident, the Home Depot store at Airport Plaza reported that someone stole $1.432 in tools from that location.

Copiague: Two individuals walked into the Target department store on Sunrise Highway Dec. 23, gathered up an assortment of clothing, tools and groceries valued at $1,365 and left without paying for the items.

Amityville. A resident of Newpoint Place called police at approximately 8:30 p.m., Christmas Eve to report that they hear gunshots out the in Great South Bay. Police arrived and all was quiet. The caller said she believes it could have been duck hunters.

ARRESTS

Driving While Intoxicated/Impaired: angel Fernandez, 18, of 127 31 St., Wyandanch; K Shaun Thompson, 3 Fredrick Ave., South Floral Park; Alphonso Mintz, 353 Lexington Ave., West Babylon; Rachel Hargraves, 42, of 368 S. 8th St., Lindenhurst; Eddie Chanoine, 21, of 21 Doges promenade, Lindenhurst; Cristian Lopez Perez, 25, of 142 Carleton Ave., Central Islip; Ramon Duran, 56, of 191 Claywood Dr., Brentwood; Johnnea Gary, 33, of 15 Polly Dr., BrentwoodCristian Lopez Perez, 25, of 142 Carleton Ave., Central Islip; Ramon Duran, 56, of

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Dancers from 3D dance studios entertained the celebrants.

Babylon Village Mayor Mary Adams and Doug Laukaitis enjoy the festivities.

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Amityville Mayor Dennis Siry and his wife Nancy; Village Trustee Michael O’Neill and his wife Wendy, at the event.

Dylan Perlman, Valentina Palomino and Mark, Cathy Victoria and Jonathan Perlman pose at the event for a family photo.

If furry friends could make New Year resolutions...

As another year begins, it's time to revisit New Year's resolutions. Instead of the usual promises about people striving to become better pet parents, let's flip the script. This year, our pets should make resolutions that might improve their behavior and attitude, making them more cooperative with their devoted caretakers. Here's what they might say:

Dog and Cat

New Year's Resolutions:

Pets, Pets, Pets...

I will try to let my humans sleep past 5:34 a.m. each morning. If I'm a cat, I will refrain from perching on my human's chest and pawing at her eyelids. If I'm a dog, I'll resist nudging my human with my nose or drooling on him to wake up. However, I will not wait much longer than the designated time for food.

ANDERSON

I will do my best not to get sick or injured unless it happens during regular vet hours, so my owners don't have to deal with the expense and hassle of a 24-hour clinic in the middle of the night or on weekends and holidays.

I resolve to behave when there are visitors, especially if they're not fond of animals. If I'm a cat, I will not walk across the table, sip from a guest's martini, upchuck a hairball in front of everyone, or use a guest's leg as a scratching post. If I'm a dog, I will not knock down featherweight guests with my enthusiastic greetings, steal napkins from laps, or snatch hotdogs at barbecues. Your friends will leave unscathed—physically and emotionally.

As much as I feel humiliated, I will let you dress me up for holidays and special occasions, as long as you take your silly photo and immediately remove the outfit.

I promise to take the medicine you give me, even if it tastes like glue or cheese laced with bleach. I won't spit out the liquid, fling the pill against the wall, or cough it up later. I understand you give me medicine because you love me, and I know you spent hard-earned money on it.

I will let you or a professional groom me and cut my nails without causing a huge protest. As for the nail clipping, make sure the person doing it knows what they're doing so I don't bleed to death from clumsy handling.

I will behave at the vet. I will be a model pet citizen in the waiting room. I won't scream "bloody murder," hyperventilate, sniff other pets, or plant my feet on the floor to avoid going into the exam room. I understand these behaviors are embarrassing and not great for the hospital's reputation.

Dog Specific

New Year's Resolutions

When you take me on walks, I promise not to drag you down the block or into traffic. I'll stop to smell the roses but will resist rolling in anything that smells questionable. When we meet other dogs, I'll try to be amiable—even if some dogs make my hackles rise. However, if I'm anti-social with other dogs, let's keep those encounters to a minimum.

I'll try my best to refrain from countersurfing, but please don't tempt me. Don't leave an unattended rib roast defrosting by the sink, or cupcakes cooling on the table. There's only so much self-control I can muster.

I will try not to chew anything valuable to you. Please put your Louis Vuitton bag out of

reach and don't coat the remote control with chili-dipped fingers.

I will continue to be housebroken. But please be reasonable—don't leave me alone for 12 hours a day without access to a bathroom. Nature calls, and sometimes there's no warning.

Dogs for Adoption at Babylon Animal Shelter (631-643-9270)

Two adorable male dogs are waiting for a home at the Babylon Animal Shelter, located at 80 New Highway, North Amityville. Potato (#24-493) is a Corgi clone, and Jangle (#24-487) is a scruffy four-year-old Terrier.

Babylon Shelter Poster Pets:

CALENDAR OF EVENTS

MONDAY, January 13

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

TUESDAY, January 14

•Village of Babylon Board of Trustees meeting: 7 p.m. (work session); 8 p.m. (regular meeting); Village Hall, 153 W. Main St., Babylon. For additional meeting information, call 631-669-1500; or email: info@villageofbabylonny.gov; or visit the web site @ https://www.villageofbabylonny.gov.

•West Babylon School Board of Education meeting: 7 p.m. at the West Babylon Administration Building, 10 Farmingdale Rd., W. Babylon. For info., call 631-376-7008.

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

WEDNESDAY, January 15

•Village of Babylon Zoning Board of Appeals: 7:30 p.m. @ Village Hall, 153 W. Main St., Babylon. For additional meeting information, call 631-669-1500; or email info@villageofbabylonny.gov, or visit the web site @https://www.villageofbabylonny.gov.

•Town of Babylon Town Board meeting: 3 p.m., Town Board Room, 200 E. Sunrise Hwy., Lindenhurst. For additional information, call 631-957-3100.

JOANNE

JangleMale scruffy Terrier Mix.

PotatoMale Corgi Clone.

Concerns raised about raccoons

A swath of sick and possibly sick raccoons have been sighted recently in Massapequa and Amityville, causing state and local health authorities to raise the caution flag.

One raccoon scratched a resident in Massapequa Park on Dec. 29 and, when captured, tested positive for rabies, according to the Nassau County Department of Health.

And Amityville police say they received several calls last month reporting the presence of raccoons that were acting strangely.

A woman on Avon Place called police Dec. 28 to report that she accidently stepped on a raccoon that was outside her back door. The raccoon then attacked her, but she told police she did not believe she was bitten. The raccoon remained outside her door and Officers Bryan Burton and Brian Governanti caught it and placed it in a wooded area.

A second call to police that day reported there was a raccoon near Boudette Place that appeared to be sick.

Two days earlier, a resident from Carleton Avenue called police to report that there was an apparently sick raccoon on her property. Units responded and removed the animal.

Two weeks earlier, a resident from Lafayette Avenue called police to report that a baby raccoon was sitting in the roadway near her home. Officers Jason Oliveri and Carley Fahey responded and relocated the animal.

In the Massapequa incident, the resident who was bitten received immediate medical care and post-exposure prophylaxis, the health department said. It was the second rabid raccoon incident in Nassau County in two days; the other occurred in West Hempstead on Dec. 30.

In a warning note, Nassau County Health Commissioner Irina Gelman said in a Jan. 3 news release, “While prior cases were largely identified in the southwestern portion of Nassau County, these recent positive cases suggest an eastern spread of rabies activity.”

Dr. Gilman added, “It’s critical that we remain vigilant by staying alert for unusual animal behavior, avoiding contact with wild or stray animals, and ensuring our pets’ rabies vaccinations are current.”

The commissioner’s warning followed a report in early December from the Department of Environmental Control that there was a canine-distemper outbreak on Long Island and that raccoons can carry this disease and potentially infect unvaccinated dogs. Once a raccoon contracts distemper and becomes severely ill, there is no treatment, said health officials. Rabies is also a fatal disease for raccoons.

While it was not determined that the raccoons spotted in Amityville were sick, the DEC is urging the public not to feed raccoons and avoid contact with wild or feral animals. It is also urging dog owners to make sure that their pets are up to date on their vaccinations.

CRIME WATCH

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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.

PETIT LARCENY

Lindenhurst: An unknown male walked into Dollar General at 660 Wellwood Ave., Nov. 29 at approximately 7:45 p.m., and left the store with several items without paying for them.

North Babylon: More than $500 in groceries were stolen from the Aldi supermarket, 1251 Deer Park Avenue on Dec. 23. The theft was reported at 2:47 p.m.

CRIMINAL MISCHIEF

West Islip: an unidentified person went on the property of a home on West Islip Road on Dec. 23, at approximately 7:50 p.m., and stole holiday decorations from the yard.

West Islip: The driver of a car called police to report that on Dec. 22, at 11 p.m., he was driving on Sunrise Service Road when a car pulled up next to him. He heard glass shatter and noted that his car window was broken. The driver suspects someone shot at the vehicle with a BB gun and fled.

Amityville: A resident of Maple Road reported the theft of a mobile phone. The report was filed at 1:30 a.m., on Dec. 22.

GRAND LARCENY

West Babylon: An assortment of tools and two all-terrain dirt bikes were stolen from a home on 12th Street Dec. 24. The vic-

tim reported the thefts at 3 p.m. The items were valued at $1,750.

Farmingdale: A representative of Bath and Body Works in Airport Plaza reported that on Dec. 14, someone stole more than $1,000 of merchandise from the store, including candles, bagged and boxed gifts. The incident was reported shortly before 1 p.m.

• In a similar incident, the Home Depot store at Airport Plaza reported that someone stole $1.432 in tools from that location.

ARRESTS

Driving While Intoxicated/Impaired: angel Fernandez, 18, of 127 31 St., Wyandanch; K Shaun Thompson, 3 Fredrick Ave., South Floral Park; Alphonso Mintz, 353 Lexington Ave., West Babylon; Rachel Hargraves, 42, of 368 S. 8th St., Lindenhurst; Eddie Chanoine, 21, of 21 Doges Promenade, Lindenhurst; Cristian Lopez Perez, 25, of 142 Carleton Ave., Central Islip; Ramon Duran, 56, of 191 Claywood Dr., Brentwood; Johnnea Gary, 33, of 15 Polly Dr., Brentwood.

Grand Larceny: Kevin Giraldo, 22, of 134 William St., Farmingdale; Hallie Snyder, 20, of 185 N. Fulton Ave., Lindenhurst; Joanna Prestigiacomo,42, undomiciled.

Robbery: Dominic Lopez, 20, of 92 Carleton Ave., Central Islip.

Petit Larceny: Najma Ibntalal, 36, of 189 Elliot St., Brentwood.

HERALD SPORTS

Hofstra wrestling begins exciting new era

By ANDREW COEN sports@liherald.com

Hofstra wrestling alum Jamie Franco is now leading the program where he thrived on the mats as a student-athlete looking to raise it to new heights.

Franco, a three-time NCAA Championship qualifier at Hofstra in the early 2010s, was named the Pride’s 13th- head coach on July 1, 2024 replacing Dennis Papadatos after he took an administrative role in the university’s athletic department. It marks another return home for Franco, who served as an assistant coach under Papadatos from 2016 to 2023 before spending a season on the wrestling staff at Columbia University last year.

“I always wanted to be a head coach and to be able to get this opportunity was a dream come true for me,” said Franco, who won 75 matches at Hofstra including a conference title at 133 pounds in 2013. “To come back to my alma mater and get my first head coaching gig at Hofstra was really special.”

After graduating Hofstra in 2014 with a business degree, Franco was operations manager of the famed Longo and Weidman MMA Training Center in Garden City where Hofstra wrestling legend Chris Weidman trained when he held a UFC middleweight title from 2013 to 2015. Franco maintains a close relationship with Weidman and recently brought his longtime trainer Ray Longo in a cross training session with the wrestlers.

“I think it’s always good to get these guys training outside of just wrestling to make them physically and mentally tougher,” Franco said.

Franco inherited a roster with plenty of former Long Island high school wrestling standouts including 133-pound Ryan Arbeit, who won a county title for Wantagh in 2022. The redshirt freshman was voted a team captain in October along with Massapequa High School product Chase Liardi, Justin Hoyle of Maple Valley, Wash and Ross McFarland of Pennellville, N.Y.

Two of Arbeit’s former Wantagh teammates are also on the Hofstra roster including red-shirt junior Mat Rogers, who won a New York State Championship in 2020 and Joe Russo, who was sidelined last season after joining the Pride from Nassau Community College. Russo was sidelined at the beginning of the season with an injury, but Franco is hoping he can make a contribution as the dual meet schedule heats up.

The Nassau County South Shore presence on the Hofstra mats also includes 165-pound redshirt junior Eric Shindel, who was an All-County wrestler at JFK High School in Bellmore in 2020 and 2021.

Fellow 165-pounder Kyle Mosher, who won a New York State title with South Side High School in Rockville Centre, joined the Pride this season as a graduate student after competing as an undergraduate student

at Columbia under Franco.

“He is looking really good early in the season so we’re looking to keep building on it,” said Franco of Mosher, who placed eighth in the 30-team Cliff Keen Las Vegas Invitational on Dec. 7. “He’s on everyone’s radar now.

Franco recorded his first dual meet win as Hofstra head coach with a 21-12 victory against Duke at home on Nov. 16. The Pride entered the new year at 4-3 and will next be in action on Jan. 9 with an Eastern Intercollegiate Wrestling Association (EIWA) road match at Binghamton. The Pride then has home matches in the Mack Sports Complex scheduled Jan. 26 against Penn starting at noon and Feb. 2 versus Franklin & Marshall at 4 p.m.

The Pride will look to make some noise at the EIWA Championships at Lehigh on March 7-8 and qualify at least three of four wrestlers for the NCAA Championships in Philadelphia from March 20-22.

“The guys are growing every week,” Franco said. “I think we’re going to see a more gritty team for us in the EIWAs so I feel like we’re going to get a bunch of placers there this year.”

Photos courtesy Hofstra Athletics Communications Massapequa native Chase Liardi is one of Hofstra’s captains.

Ross McFarland and the Pride are looking to make noise under new coach Jamie Franco, a Hofstra wrestling alumn.

Babylon education officials outline state’s new high school diploma plan

structure learning experiences. Rather than organizing credits by subject areas (e.g., math, English, social studies, science), credits will be grouped by characteristics, such as critical thinking, global citizenship, and effective communication.

“We’re expanding opportunities and pathways for students to reach graduation,” Haubrich said. “This will include career and technical education requirements, financial literacy, and climate education.”

Currently, students must complete required courses and pass Regents exams to earn high school credit. While the Regents exams will remain an option for students, the exams will no longer be a graduation requirement. This change is designed to offer students different ways to demon -

phase is rolled out.”

The changes will impact current high school students differently. For students in grades 10 through 12, there will be few changes, though an exception will be made for students facing significant life events, such as the death of a family member, which could exempt them from some graduation requirements.

For students in grades 7 through 9, the state’s new single diploma model will be implemented, but their current course requirements will remain unchanged. Fifth and sixth graders will be the first group to have alternatives to Regents exams, and fourth graders will experience the full implementation of the new requirements, including a standardized statewide transcript.

strate their knowledge and skills.

“There are students for whom standardized tests aren’t the best way to show what they’ve learned,” Haubrich said. “This plan offers alternative pathways for all students to reach graduation.”

Examples of alternative pathways include work-based learning, servicebased learning, and capstone projects. For instance, to earn the “effective communicator” component, students could complete a capstone project, take an internship with a community newspaper, or earn a seal of biliteracy.

In the third phase, Regents exams will no longer be required for graduation, though students can still use them to demonstrate proficiency. In the final phase, all students will receive the same high school diploma, though students who excel in certain areas will have the option to add seals or endorsements to their diplomas.

“Every student will need to meet the Portrait of a Graduate criteria to graduate,” Haubrich said. While the new plan raises many questions, he noted, “We expect to receive more details from the state before each

“While there are still many unknowns, we’re excited about the possibilities,” Haubrich said. “There’s a lot of promise in this new direction.”

Asked about the loss of the Regents Advanced Designation diploma, Haubrich explained that students will still be able to earn a state diploma with multiple seals or endorsements, giving them the chance to specialize in areas of interest.

Four other states have already adopted similar approaches to high school graduation, Haubrich added.

“Ultimately, the state is shifting its focus from memorizing content to developing critical thinking skills,” said Manza. “In today’s world, students need to analyze information, solve problems collaboratively, and determine the validity of sources. We’re looking at what we want our students to be able to do when they graduate.”

“There’s a lot to be excited about,” she said. “Multiple pathways allow students to demonstrate their intelligence in different ways and give them the flexibility to pursue what they’re passionate about.”

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

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

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

11/21/2024 5:30 p.m. Uniondale 12/19/2024 5:30 p.m. Uniondale

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

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

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

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

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

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

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Charles J. Trautwein, longtime West Islip teacher, at 86

Charles J. Trautwein, a dedicated social studies teacher in the West Islip School District for 35 years, died Oct. 19, 2024, in Palm Coast, Florida. He was 86.

Charles J. Trautwein

Trautwein was remembered by former students and colleagues as an educator who focused not only on teaching history, but also on helping students develop critical thinking skills, express themselves through writing, and understand the complexities of the world around them.

Born in New York City, he was the son of Charles O. and Rita (Miller) Trautwein. The family moved to Bayport in 1950, where he graduated from Bayport High School in 1956. He attended Hofstra University, where he earned a bachelor’s degree in education in 1960. He later earned two master’s degrees— one in education and another in history.

Trautwein took pride in teaching his students more than just historical facts. He emphasized the importance of life skills, particularly the ability to write clear, coherent essays. He also served as the advisor to the Happy Wanderer’s Club, organizing student trips to Europe.

“He loved his job,” said his wife, Sandy. “He always said he didn’t make a million bucks, wasn’t famous, and didn’t need to see his name on a book. He felt accomplished by doing what he did.”

After retiring in 1995, Trautwein and his wife moved to Palm Coast, where he remained active in the community. He served on the board of supervisors for the Grand Haven Development District and was a dedicated member of St. Mark

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by the Sea Lutheran Church, where he also served on the church council.

In addition to his wife, Trautwein is survived by his daughter, Christine (Nick) Todaro of St. Peters, Missouri; his son, John Trautwein of Middle Island, New York; his granddaughter Danielle (Chance) Wallace of St. Peters, Missouri; granddaughter Amanda (Connor) Barnard of Warrenton, Missouri; and three great-grandchildren, Mia Mae, Ava Rose, and Sawyer Lee. He is also survived by his brother, Richard (Jan) Trautwein of Venice, Florida, and their children: Sam and his wife, Taqiyya; and Kate Bloomer and her husband, Matt. Other survivors include his sister-in-law and brother-inlaw, Gail and David Farrell, and their children: Katherine Corbin de Mangoux

and her husband, Corbin; and David and his wife, Tanya, and their children Rory and Aoife, and Susie Turchetti and her husband, Guy. Several cousins, grandnieces, and grandnephews also survive him.

He was predeceased by his sister, Rita Springsteen, and her husband, Larry, and their daughter, Sharon Brose.

Funeral services were conducted by Heritage Funeral and Cremation Services in Bunnell, Florida. A memorial service will be held at St. Mark by the Sea Lutheran Church in the spring of 2025. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in his name to St. Mark by the Sea Lutheran Church, 303 Palm Coast Parkway NE, Palm Coast, FL 32137, or to a favorite charity.

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West Islip High School students recently collected items for the Westhampton Air National Guard Base men and women for the holidays.

They conducted the drive along with the mentor group HEARTT, which stands for helpful, empathetic, altruistic, respectful and tenacious teens.

For more than eight years, the students have collected military care packages and written letters of thanks to service members to wish them a happy holiday.

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cards, trail mix, gloves, socks, candy, gum, playing cards and more.

“We are so proud of our students for taking the time to thank them for their service,” said adviser Virginia Scudder.

The HEARTT group has been around for 16 years. Last year, the group collected more than 100 boxes, which were then delivered to the base.

The group has traveled to Grenada several times and held a one-on-one “teacher in the making” camp for underprivileged children.

West Islip students with HEARTT members Maggie Chartrand (vice president), Madison DiMaggio (treasurer), Anastasia Filippi (president), Zirailianna Telfer (secretary) and Foram Patel (events).

STEPPING OUT

Step inside an epic adventure with Anna, Elsa and the Madrigal clan moments on ice

By Karen Bloom

Welcome the New Year in true Disney style. The latest Disney ice extravaganza arrives at UBS Arena in Elmont ready to enchant families once again. This time around the spotlight is on two of the newest tales — beloved by Disneyphiles in the Disney canon: “Frozen” and “Encanto.” Audiences can share in the special joy of these captivating adventures when Disney On Ice’s glides into UBS Arena, now through Jan. 12.

Families will be transported into two of Disney’s most popular ﬁlms as the world of Anna, Elsa, Mirabel, and the Madrigal family unfolds up close. These adored characters are, of course, joined by Mickey and his crew. Along with Minnie, Donald and Goofy, audiences will sing-along to everyone’s favorite songs interpreted through world-class skating, aerial acrobatics and dynamic special effects.

• Now through Sunday, Jan.12; times vary

• Tickets start at $35, pre-show character experience also available for a fee; purchase at ticketmaster.com or disneyonice.com or in person at box ofﬁce

• UBS Arena, 2400 Hempstead Turnpike, Elmont

As always, the atmosphere is electric from the get-go. From the opening segment with Mickey and the gang, we quickly arrive in Arendelle to the delight of all the “Annas” and “Elsas” in the audience. Olaf, the lovable snowman who likes warm hugs and all things summer, narrates the story everyone knows so well. Artful skating (what could be more ﬁtting?) transports families to the snowy kingdom to be a part of Anna’s adventure to ﬁnd Elsa, whose icy powers unleashed an eternal winter. Kristoff and Sven take audiences along as they encounter wintry conditions in a race to bring back summer.

Elsa’s solo segment skated to “Let It Go” is among the highlights of the show’s ﬁrst half. “It’s a big moment,” says Rebekah Johnson, who — off ice at this point — is exhilarated by the audience response.

At age 19, Johnson is experiencing the Disney magic for the ﬁrst time as a performer. She joined the cast in September as an ensemble skater and couldn’t be happier.

Skating since she was two-years-old, the St. Paul, Minn.-based Johnson says “I always knew I was meant to be a show skater.”

Like her many castmates, she’s embraced Disney from a young age.

“I’ve always loved the princesses and ‘Frozen’,” she enthuses. “I’ve dreamed about skating for Disney for so long.”

From her ﬁrst Disney On Ice experience as a young child to revisiting the spectacle as a teenager more recently, she knew this was where she belonged.

“When I saw the show again, I thought ‘this is so cool.’ I still dreamed about being a princess.”

While Johnson is not quite there yet, she’s relishing every moment as the youngest member of the cast and every moment on ice.

“I’ve wanted to skate for Disney for so long,” she continues. “It’s all very surreal, but it’s real!”

After a very Frozen adventure, the show’s second half takes everyone to a vibrant town in the mountains of Colombia where we meet the Madrigals, that extraordinary family who live in

Yacht Rock Revue

The kings of ‘70s tribute hit the road with an authentic throwback to the era. Yacht Rock Revue, hailed by Rolling Stone as the “world’s premier soft-rock party band,” invites listeners on a nostalgic voyage through the ‘70s and’80s sun-soaked melodies. The Atlantabased 10-piece ensemble blends impeccable musicianship with a deep reverence for the genre. Their original album “Escape Artist” is a bold homage to this iconic sound. YRR continues to captivate audiences nationwide with their infectious energy and unabashedly joyous performances. Since their humble beginnings in 2007, YRR has emerged as pivotal in revitalizing yacht rock, sharing stages with icons and garnering a devoted following of “Anchorheads.” Whether performing in intimate venues or rocking arenas, their concerts promise an immersive musical journey that celebrates the timeless allure of smooth grooves.

Friday and Saturday, Jan.10-11, 8 p.m. $55, $40, $30, $25. The Paramount, 370 New York Ave., Huntington. Tickets available at ticketmaster.com or paramountny.com.

a magical casita in a wondrous, charmed place called an Encanto. Mirabel tells the tale of her amazing family and her journey to save the casita — her enchanted family home — alongside her sisters: Isabela, whose perfection radiates with her ability to make plants grow and ﬂowers bloom with every step, and Luisa, with the gift of super strength that she uses to help her village move buildings and reroute rivers.

For the ﬁrst time live, everyone can witness Tia Pepa, who can control the weather with her emotions; her husband Felix; their daughter Dolores, with her gift to hear; and Bruno, the mysterious and misunderstood Madrigal family member whose visions foretold the future.

“I’m especially partial to ‘Encanto,” Johnson says. “It’s so upbeat, high energy, that everyone [in the audience] gets so exited.”

And, of course, We Don’t Talk About Bruno.

Here audiences especially respond to the aerial segment, which showcases the skaters’ acrobatic skills above the ice, along with plenty of ice dancing.

“It looks magical,” Johnson says.

And that’s the timeless Disney mantra: “Anything can happen if you just believe.”

In the end, audiences leave with the understanding that everyone has their own gifts, magical or not, and being true to yourself and loving those around you is what makes you special.

Or as Johnson puts it: “Magic is inside all of us.”

At the end, special appearance from Mulan and Li Shang, Belle and Prince Adam, Ariel and Eric, Aladdin and Jasmine, Miguel from Coco, and Moana celebrate that iconic Disney “magic” in a rousing ﬁnale.

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Smooth Dre’s Rhythmic Odyssey

Experience the pulse of Brooklyn hip-hop with Smooth Dre and his crew. A renowned ﬁgure in Brooklyn, he’s carved a niche in the hip-hop world with his unique style and profound lyrical narratives. Known for blending classic beats with rich, contemporary rhythms, Smooth Dre delivers music that resonates with authenticity and depth. His journey from underground circuits to mainstream stages has been marked by a steadfast dedication to his craft and an unwavering commitment to his roots. Smooth Dre’s inﬂuence extends beyond music; he is a cultural icon who embodies the spirit of hip-hop in every aspect of his life. Dive into a night of relentless beats and lyrical storytelling with Smooth Dre, a maestro of urban soundscapes, with his friends.

Saturday, Jan. 11, 8 p.m. $70. Molloy University, 1000 Hempstead Ave., Rockville Centre. (516) 323-4444 or madisontheatreny.org.

Photos: Dreams do come true when the royal sisters of Arendelle are joined by the Madrigal family in a ice spectacle that fully brings both ﬁlms to life.

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Dave Atell

Start the New Year off with some laughs from one of stand-up comedy’s best, when Dave Atell visits the Paramount stage, Sunday, Jan. 19, 8 p.m. An all-timegreat joke writer, named one of the “25 Funniest People in America” by Entertainment Weekly, Atell is most at home in comedy clubs. He built a loyal following by barnstorming the country with his brand of off-color “very adult” humor, and his audiences got even bigger after his cult-favorite travel show, “Insomniac.” Atell continues to be a presence on TV — including his hit Netflix specials “Hot Cross Buns” and “Bumping Mics” — while constantly writing new material and taking it on the road. Beginning his comedy career in the early ‘90s, Attell ascended through New York’s stand-up ranks alongside the likes of Louis C.K. and Jon Stewart.

After a brief stint writing for SNL, Attell has headed several shows of his own. “Insomniac” followed Attell on late-night trips, tracking down and interviewing anyone who wasn’t asleep for some reason (usually either night workers or drunk people), while “Dave’s Old Porn...well, you can Google that one yourself.” When not on the road, Attell makes regular appearances at the Comedy Cellar in New York City. $59.50, $49.50, $44.50, $39.50, $29.50. The Paramount, 370 New York Ave., Huntington. Tickets available at ticketmaster.com or paramountny.com.

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

Art League of Long Island presents its 68th Annual Members’ Exhibition, a showcase of the remarkable talents within its vibrant community of artists. The exhibit, hosted in the Jeanie Tengelsen Gallery, features an array of works from painting and ceramics to jewelry and fiber arts. This annual event is a cherished tradition that highlights the diversity and creativity of ALLI’s over 400 memberships. From emerging artists embarking on their creative journey to seasoned professionals, each participant demonstrates the profound artistic spirit that fuels the Art League of Long Island’s mission.

It is an opportunity for everyone to celebrate creativity across mediums and generations. Due to the high volume of submissions, the exhibition is split into two parts, with Part I showcasing artists with last names M-Z and Part II with last names A-L. This format alternates each year, ensuring equal opportunities for members to shine. Part I dates runs through Jan. 24; Part II runs Feb. 1-28 For more information about the exhibition, upcoming events, or how to support the Art League of Long Island, visit .artleagueli. org or call (631) 462-5400. Art League of Long Island, Dix Hills.

In concert

The Hopelessly Olivia Band Experience debut, an Olivia Newton-John tribute band, is held at The Warehouse in Amityville, Thursday, Jan. 9 , 9 p.m. Tickets are available now, but there is limited seating. For tickets, visit o the Hopelessly Olivia Facebook page or call (631) 394-8296. 203 Broadway, Amityville.

2025 NYS Parks Winter Run Series

Plan to run in the New Year at Heckscher State Park, Sunday, Jan. 12, 11 a.m.-2 p.m. $20 fee.

Registration also open for the full 2025 NYS Parks Winter Run Series for $50 for the following dates: Robert Moses Jan. 19, Sunken Meadow Jan. 26, Jones Beach Feb. 2, All races start at 11 a.m. For more information contact Brendan Sagan at (516) 531-3323 or go to events.elitefeats. com/25nyswinter. Heckscher State Park, East Islip, Field #2.

Model Train Show

The TMB Model Train Show opens Saturday, Nov. 30. It features its ever-exciting show of model trains running in dozens of interesting settings, Saturdays, Jan. 18 and Feb. 8, 11 a.m.-4 p.m., and Sundays, 1-5 p.m., Jan. 19 and Feb. 9, at the Upper Room Church. With new scenic areas to discover as well as familiar sights and a wide variety of trains from prewar to the most modern O gauge trains, all set in 6,500 square feet of fun for the entire family. Admission is free. So, mark your calendars now. 722 Deer Park Ave., Dix Hills. For more information go to tmbmodeltrainclub.com.

Deep sea exploration

Are you ready to dive into the unknown at The Whaling Museum? Kids and adventurous adults can use a blacklight to hunt for hidden clues about outworldly creatures that dwell in the ocean’s depths in an event “Deep Sea Explorers” throughout January. For more information, more upcoming events, membership and tickets, go to coldspringwhalingmuseum. org or call (631) 367-3418. 301 Main St., Cold Spring Harbor.

Teen Winter Reading Club

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

Busted Snowman canvas craft

Join Rinette at Copiague Memorial Public Library, Thursday, Jan. 16 , 6:30-8:30 p.m., to create a unique winter display using a canvas, recycled greeting cards and your imagination. Bring a glue gun, flat brush, ruler, x-acto knife or scissors. This program is for adults. To register and for more information, call (631) 691-1111. 50 Deauville Blvd., Copiague.

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Bay Shore Historical Society 2025 Calendar

Bay Shore Historical Society’s 2025 calendar is on sale now. A 12-month calendar that features historic images of Bay Shore! A historic look back around town for each month. This fundraiser calendars help fund the society’s work to preserve Bay Shore history. Limited supply calendars are only $15 (plus $2 shipping). Stop by 22 Maple Ave., Bay Shore or mail your order form in with a $17 check (made payable to the Bay Shore Historical Society). Find the order form at bayshorehistoricalsociety.org/2025calendar.

Library Board of Trustees meet

All are welcome to attend Babylon Public Library’s Board of Trustees Regular Meeting, Tuesday, Jan. 14 , 6:30-8:30 p.m. For more information, call (631) 6691624. 24 South Carll Ave., Babylon.

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.

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Friday Flicks

Come in from the cold and enjoy a movie on West Babylon Public Library’s big screen. See ”The Age of Adaline,” Friday, Jan. 10, 1-4:30 p.m. The movie, starring Blake Lively, tells the story of a young woman who stops aging after a car accident and remains 29 for several decades. She refuses to get close to anyone to keep her condition a secret but reconsiders her solitary lifestyle after falling in love with a philanthropist. To register, visit westbabylon. librarycalendar.com/event. For more information, call (631) 669-5445. 211 Route 109, West Babylon.

Classic Film Club

Enjoy a film on Babylon Public Library’s big screen. See the “The Letter,” Wednesday, Jan. 15, 5:30-7:30 p.m. Watch and discuss the 1940 film starring Bette Davis. Registration is not required for this event. 24 South Carll Ave., Babylon. For more information, call (631) 669-1624.

Health Navigators

Come to the Health Navigators program at Wyandanch Public Library, Thursday, Jan. 16 , 9 a.m.-4:30 p.m. Information will be provided regarding Medicaid, Child Health Plus, Essential Plan and Qualified Health Plus. To register and for more information, call (631) 643-4848. 14 South 20th St., Wyandanch.

AARP Smart Driver Course

Farmingdale Public Library hosts an AARP Smart Driver Course, Thursday, Jan. 16 , 9:30 a.m.-4 p.m. Improve driving skills and obtain insurance discounts. Cost is $25 for members and $30 for non-members. Make checks payable to AARP. Bring your driver’s license, and AARP card with you if you are a member. Each registrant is required to have a separate check. Bring a bagged lunch. Preference is given to UFSD #22 residents. For more information, call (516) 249-9090 ext. 204 or 206. 116 Merritts Road, Farmingdale.

NOTICE OF SALE SUPREME COURT COUNTY OF SUFFOLK U.S. BANK NATIONAL ASSOCIATION, NOT IN ITS INDIVIDUAL CAPACITY BUT SOLELY AS LEGAL TITLE TRUSTEE FOR RMTP TRUST, SERIES 2021 COTTAGE-TT-V, Plaintiff AGAINST DESTIN GILBERT 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; ET AL., Defendant(s) Pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale duly entered February 15, 2024, I, the undersigned Referee will sell at public auction at the Babylon Town Hall, 200 East Sunrise Highway, Lindenhurst, NY 11757 on February 5, 2025 at 12:30PM, premises known as 120 Elk Street, Wyandanch, NY 11798. All that certain plot piece or parcel of land, with the buildings and improvements erected, situate, lying and being in the Town of Babylon, County of Suffolk and State of New York, District 0100, Section 057.00, Block 03.00, Lot 010.000. Approximate amount of judgment $300,594.26 plus interest and costs. Premises will be sold subject to provisions of filed Judgment Index #614264/2019. The aforementioned auction will be conducted in accordance with the District and SUFFOLK County Auction Plan in effect at this time. Francesco P. Tini, Esq., Referee Gross Polowy, LLC 1775 Wehrle Drive Williamsville, NY 14221 19-004605 83582 25-9. 1/2, 9, 16, 23

NOTICE OF SALE SUPREME COURT SUFFOLK COUNTY

NEWREZ LLC D/B/A SHELLPOINT MORTGAGE SERVICING, Plaintiff against SCOTT ORENSTEIN, et al Defendant(s)

Attorney for Plaintiff(s) Leopold & Associates, PLLC, 80 Business Park Drive, Suite 110, Armonk, NY 10504.

Pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered

Public Notices — Your right to know

May 1, 2023, I will sell at public auction to the highest bidder at Babylon Townhall, 200 East Sunrise Highway, Lindenhurst, NY 11757 on February 4, 2025 at 2:00 PM. Premises known as 125 Greenwood Drive, North Babylon, NY 11703. District 0100 Sec 120.00 Block 01.00 Lot 039.000. All that certain plot, piece or parcel of land, with the buildings and improvements thereon erected, situate, lying and being in the Town of Babylon, County of Suffolk and State of New York. Approximate Amount of Judgment is $355,897.08 plus interest, fees, and costs. Premises will be sold subject to provisions of ﬁled Judgment Index No 617742/2021. The foreclosure sale will be conducted in accordance with 10th Judicial District's Covid-19 Policies and foreclosure auction rules. The Referee shall enforce any rules in place regarding facial coverings and social distancing.

Robert Samson, Esq., Referee ile # 6961459 25-7 1/2, 9, 16, 23

NOTICE OF SALE SUPREME COURT COUNTY OF SUFFOLK Specialized Loan Servicing, LLC, Plaintiff AGAINST Suffolk County Public Administrator, as Limited Administrator of the Estate of Michael H. Gisonna; et al., Defendant(s)

Pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale duly entered July 22, 2022 I, the undersigned Referee, will sell at public auction at the Babylon Town Hall, 200 East Sunrise Highway, Lindenhurst, NY 11757 on January 23, 2025 at 1:00PM, premises known as 22 William Street, Copiague, NY 11726-3714. All that certain plot piece or parcel of land, with the buildings and improvements erected, situate, lying and being at Copiague, Town of Babylon, County of Suffolk, State of NY, District 0100 Section 180.00 Block 04.00 Lot 075.000. Approximate amount of judgment $689,864.26 plus interest and costs. Premises will be sold subject to provisions of filed Judgment Index# 021316/2013. The auction will be conducted pursuant to the COVID-19 Policies

Concerning Public Auctions of Foreclosed Property established by the 10th Judicial District.

Francesco P. Tini, 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: November 8, 2024 24-746. 12/19,. 26, 1/2, 9

NOTICE OF SALE

SUPREME COURT COUNTY OF SUFFOLK

Wells Fargo Bank, NA, Plaintiff AGAINST

David Rodriguez; et al., Defendant(s)

Pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale duly entered September 20, 2018 I, the undersigned Referee, will sell at public auction at the Babylon Town Hall, 200 East Sunrise Highway, Lindenhurst, NY 11757 on January 23, 2025 at 10:00AM, premises known as 70 Andrews Avenue, Wheatley Heights, NY 11798. All that certain plot piece or parcel of land, with the buildings and improvements erected, situate, lying and being at Wyandanch, in the Town of Babylon, County of Suffolk, State of NY, District 0100 Section 014.00 Block 04.00 Lot 026.000. Approximate amount of judgment $289,726.18 plus interest and costs. Premises will be sold subject to provisions of filed Judgment Index# 602892/2017. The auction will be conducted pursuant to the COVID-19 Policies Concerning Public Auctions of Foreclosed Property established by the 10th Judicial District.

John Halverson, 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: November 7, 2024

For sale information, please visit www.Auction. com or call (800) 280-2832 24-745. 12/19, 26, 1/2, 9

NOTICE OF SALE SUPREME COURT

COUNTY OF Suffolk, Mortgage Assets Management, LLC, Plaintiff, vs. Any and All Known or Unknown Heirs, Devisees, Grantees, Assignees, Lienors, Creditors, Trustees, and all Other Parties Claiming an Interest by, Through, Under or Against the Estate of Charles A. Privitera AKA Cirino A. Privitera, Deceased, ET AL., Defendant(s).

Pursuant to an Order Confirming Referee Report and Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale duly entered on September 19, 2024, I, the undersigned Referee will sell at public auction at the Babylon Town Hall, 200 East Sunrise Highway, North Lindenhurst, NY 11757 on January 22, 2025 at 1:00 p.m., premises known as 1564 5th Street, West Babylon, NY 11704. All that certain plot, piece or parcel of land, with the buildings and improvements thereon erected, situate, lying and being in the Town of Babylon, County of Suffolk and State of New York, District 0100, Section 138.00, Block 01.00 and Lot 100.000. Approximate amount of judgment is $533,501.01 plus interest and costs. Premises will be sold subject to provisions of filed Judgment Index #620440/2019.

Francesco Tini, Jr., Esq., Referee

Greenspoon Marder, 1345 Avenue of the Americas, Suite 2200, New York, NY 10105, Attorneys for Plaintiff 24-744. 12/19,. 26, 1/2, 9

SUPREME COURT OF THE STATE OF NEW YORK

COUNTY OF SUFFOLK

WELLS FARGO BANK, N.A., againstPATRICIA DAMM-PESCATORE, ET AL. NOTICE OF SALE NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN pursuant to a Final Judgment of Foreclosure entered in the Office of the Clerk of the County of Suffolk on July 29, 2024, wherein WELLS FARGO BANK, N.A. is the Plaintiff and PATRICIA DAMM-PESCATORE, ET AL. are the Defendant(s). I, the undersigned Referee, will sell at public auction at the BABYLON TOWN HALL, 200 EAST SUNRISE

HIGHWAY, NORTH LINDENHURST, NY 11757, on January 16, 2025 at 1:00PM, premises known as 756 OUTLOOK AVE, WEST BABYLON, NY 11704; and the following tax map identification: 0100-144.00-03.00003.000.

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

Premises will be sold subject to provisions of filed Judgment Index No.: 604449/2023. Brooke Breen, Esq. - Referee. Robertson, Anschutz, Schneid, Crane & Partners, PLLC, 900 Merchants Concourse, Suite 310, Westbury, New York 11590, Attorneys for Plaintiff. All foreclosure sales will be conducted in accordance with Covid-19 guidelines including, but not limited to, social distancing and mask wearing. *LOCATION OF SALE SUBJECT TO CHANGE DAY OF IN ACCORDANCE WITH COURT/CLERK DIRECTIVES. 24-753 - 12/19. 26. 1/2. 9

NOTICE OF SALE

SUPREME COURT COUNTY OF Suffolk, WATERFALL VICTORIA GRANTOR TRUST II, SERIES G, Plaintiff, vs. NORBERTO FERNANDEZ AKA NORBERTO F. FERNANDEZ, ET AL., Defendant(s).

Pursuant to an Order Confirming Referee Report and Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale duly entered on July 30, 2024, I, the undersigned Referee will sell at public auction at the Town of Riverhead-Riverhead Town Hall, 4 W. 2nd Street, Riverhead, NY 11901 on January 31, 2025 at 9:30 a.m., premises known as 442 42nd Street, Copiague, NY 11726. All that certain plot, piece or parcel of land, with the buildings and improvements thereon erected, situate, lying and being in the Town of Babylon, County of Suffolk and State of New York, District 0100, Section 201.00, Block 01.00 and Lot 017.002. Approximate amount of judgment is $845,225.75 plus interest

and costs. Premises will be sold subject to provisions of filed Judgment Index # 020509/2012.

Richard Lavorata, Jr., Esq., Referee Greenspoon Marder, 1345 Avenue of the Americas, Suite 2200, New York, NY 10105, Attorneys for Plaintiff 25-12. 1/2, 9, 16, 23

Notice of formation of Party Rentals Near Me LLC

Articles of Organization filed with the Secretary of State of New York (SSNY) on 09/20/2024

Office location, County of Suffolk.

SSNY has been designated as agent of the LLC upon whom process against it may be served.

SSNY shall mail a process served to:

Party Rentals Near Me LLC, 8 Priscilla Ave, Deer Park, NY 11729

Purpose: any lawful act. 24-710. 12/5, 12, 19, 26/24; 1/2, 9/25

Notice is hereby given that a license, Application ID: NA-0340-24-147192 for liquor, beer, wine, and cider has been applied for by the undersigned to sell liquor, beer, wine, and cider at retail in a Restaurant under the Alcoholic Beverage Control Law at 53 W Main St, Bay Shore, NY 11706, County of Suffolk, for on premises consumption at DHT Bayshore Inc. 25-15. 1/2, 9

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

SSNY has been designated as agent of the LLC upon whom process against it may be served.

SSNY shall mail a process served to:

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

NOTICE OF SALE

SUPREME COURT

COUNTY OF Suffolk, US

Bank Trust National Association, not in its Individual Capacity but Solely as Owner Trustee for VRMTG Asset Trust, Plaintiff, vs. Aiysha Nugent, ET AL., Defendant(s).

Pursuant to an Order Confirming Referee’s Report and Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale duly entered on November 21, 2024, I, the undersigned Referee will sell at public auction at the Babylon Town Hall, 200 East Sunrise Highway, North Lindenhurst, NY 11757 on February 13, 2025 at 3:30 p.m., premises known as 13 Ronald Drive South a/k/a 13 S. Ronald Drive, Amityville, NY 11701. All that certain plot, piece or parcel of land, with the buildings and improvements thereon erected, situate, lying and being in the Town of Babylon, County of Suffolk and State of New York, District 0100, Section 165.00, Block 02.00 and Lot 038.000. Approximate amount of judgment is $413,568.59 plus interest and costs. Premises will be sold subject to provisions of filed Judgment Index #208150/2022. Cash will not be accepted.

Alison M. Varley, Esq., Referee

Knuckles & Manfro, LLP, 120 White Plains Road, Suite 215, Tarrytown, New York 10591, Attorneys for Plaintiff 25-16. 1/9, 16, 23, 30

NOTICE OF SALE IN FORECLOSURESTATE OF NEW YORK

SUPREME COURT: COUNTY OF SUFFOLK

U.S. BANK TRUST NATIONAL ASSOCIATION, NOT IN ITS INDIVIDUAL CAPACITY BUT SOLELY AS OWNER TRUSTEE FOR RCF 2 ACQUISITION

TRUST C/O U.S. BANK TRUST NATIONAL ASSOCIATION, Plaintiff, v.

VEROLYN WOOD AKA

VAL WOOD AKA VEROLYN S. WOOD AKA V.S. WOOD AKA STEPHANIE WOOD, ET AL, Defendants.

PLEASE TAKE NOTICE THAT In pursuance of a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the Office

of the County Clerk of Suffolk County on October 31, 2024, I, Joy E. Jorgensen, Esq., the Referee named in said Judgment, will sell in one parcel at public auction on February 12, 2025 at the Babylon Town Hall, 200 East Sunrise Highway, North Lindenhurst, NY 11757, at 10:30 AM the premises described as follows: 265 East Drive aka 265 E Dr Copiague, NY 11726

SBL: 0100-191.00-01.00148.000

ALL THAT TRACT OR PARCEL OF LAND situate in the Town of Babylon, County of Suffolk, State of New York. The premises are sold subject to the provisions of the filed judgment, Index No. 617451/2022 in the amount of $514,523.23 plus interest and costs. The aforementioned auction will be conducted in accordance with the Court System's COVID-19 mitigation protocols and as such all persons must comply with social distancing, wearing masks and screening practices in effect at the time of this foreclosure sale.

Woods Oviatt Gilman LLP

Attorneys for Plaintiff 500 Bausch & Lomb Place Rochester, NY 14604 Tel.: 855-227-5072

25-17 1/9, 16, 23, 30

NOTICE OF SALE IN FORECLOSURE

STATE OF NEW YORK

SUPREME COURT: COUNTY OF SUFFOLK

WELLS FARGO BANK, N.A., Plaintiff, v. FED DUMERVILLE, ET AL, Defendants.

PLEASE TAKE NOTICE THAT

In pursuance of a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the Office of the County Clerk of Suffolk County on October 18, 2019, I, Scott Lockwood, Esq., the Referee named in said Judgment, will sell in one parcel at public auction on February 13, 2025 at the Babylon Town Hall, 200 East Sunrise Highway, North Lindenhurst, NY 11757, at 03:00

PM the premises described as follows:

75 Fillmore Avenue Deer Park, NY 11729

SBL No.: 0100-093.00-01.00146.000

ALL THAT TRACT OR PARCEL OF LAND situate in the Town of Babylon, County

of Suffolk, State of New York. The premises are sold subject to the provisions of the filed judgment, Index No. 069384/2014 in the amount of $518,114.59 plus interest and costs. The aforementioned auction will be conducted in accordance with the Court System's COVID-19 mitigation protocols and as such all persons must comply with social distancing, wearing masks and screening practices in effect at the time of this foreclosure sale.

Woods Oviatt Gilman LLP

Attorneys for Plaintiff 500 Bausch & Lomb Place Rochester, NY 14604 Tel.: 855-227-5072

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NOTICE OF SALE IN FORECLOSURE

STATE OF NEW YORK SUPREME COURT: COUNTY OF SUFFOLK UMB BANK, NATIONAL ASSOCIATION, NOT IN ITS INDIVIDUAL CAPACITY, BUT SOLELY AS LEGAL TITLE TRUSTEE FOR LVS TITLE TRUST XIII, Plaintiff, v. GREGORY J. CIEJKA, ET AL, Defendants.

NOTICE OF SALE IN FORECLOSURE

PLEASE TAKE NOTICE THAT

In pursuance of a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the Office of the County Clerk of Suffolk County on June 21, 2023, I, Thomas A. Abbate, Esq., the Referee named in said Judgment, will sell in one parcel at public auction on February 11, 2025 at the Babylon Town Hall, 200 East Sunrise Highway, North Lindenhurst, NY 11757, at 11:00 AM the premises described as follows:

139 West 21st Street Deer Park, NY 11729

SBL No.: 0100-059.00-03.00076.000

ALL THAT TRACT OR PARCEL OF LAND situate in the Town of Babylon, County of Suffolk, State of New York. The premises are sold subject to the provisions of the filed judgment, Index No. 614708/2016 in the amount of $508,889.56 plus interest and costs. The aforementioned auction will be conducted in accordance with the Court System's COVID-19 mitigation protocols and as such all persons

must comply with social distancing, wearing masks and screening practices in effect at the time of this foreclosure sale.

Woods Oviatt Gilman LLP

Attorneys for Plaintiff 500 Bausch & Lomb Place Rochester, NY 14604

Tel.: 855-227-5072

25-19 1/9, 16, 23, 30

NOTICE OF SALE

SUPREME COURTCOUNTY OF SUFFOLK BRANCH BANKING AND TRUST COMPANY, Plaintiff, Against DIANE SCHMIDT; PAUL G. SCHMIDT, et al, Defendant(s)

Pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale, duly entered 11/20/2017, I, the undersigned Referee, will sell at public auction, at the Babylon Town Hall, 200 East Sunrise Highway, Lindenhurst, NY 11757, on 2/6/2025 at 3:00PM, premises known as 624 Adams Ave, Lindenhurst, NY 11757, And Described As Follows:

ALL that certain plot piece or parcel of land, with the buildings and improvements thereon erected, situate, lying and being in the Village Of Lindenhurst, Township Of Babylon, Suffolk County, State Of New York.

District 0103 Section 022.00 Block 02.00 Lot 036.000

The approximate amount of the current Judgment lien is $262,297.85 plus interest and costs. The Premises will be sold subject to provisions of the aforesaid Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale; Index # 609291/2015

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

Dated: 12/19/2024 File Number: 19-300626 MB 25-20 1/9, 16, 23, 30

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 Sun-

rise Highway, Lindenhurst, New York, on the Monday, January 13, 2025 at 7:00 p.m. prevailing time or as soon thereafter as can be heard to consider the following application(s): PUBLIC HEARING/MAJOR SUBDIVISION JOB# 23-41C; MR Property Builders LLC: .0SCTM# 0100-202-01-032 and 0100-202-02-033: Zone – Residence B: SEQRA – Unlisted Action, Uncoordinated Review: Applicant proposes to subdivide two (2) parcels into nine (9) in order to construct nine (9) new single family dwellings.: Property is located on the north side of 45th Street, 17.45’ east of Prospect Street, Copiague, 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, Town of Babylon, North Lindenhurst, Suffolk County, New York PRINTING INSTRUCTIONS

Babylon Beacon: 1-9-25 25-21 1/9

NOTICE OF SALE SUPREME COURTCOUNTY OF SUFFOLK WELLS FARGO BANK, NATIONAL ASSOCIATION AS TRUSTEE FOR SABR 2004-OP1 MORTGAGE PASS-THROUGH CERTIFICATES, SERIES 2004-OP1, Plaintiff, Against JOANNE ANANIA Defendant(s) Pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale, duly entered 08/19/2022, I, the undersigned Referee, will sell at public auction, at Babylon Town Hall, 200 East Sunrise Highway, Lindenhurst, NY 11757, on 2/12/2025 at 10:30AM, premises known as 48 Walnut Ave, Farmingdale, New York 11735, And Described As Follows:

ALL that certain plot piece or parcel of land, with the buildings and improvements thereon erected, situate, lying and being in The Town Of Babylon, County Of Suffolk And State Of New York. District 0100 Section 047.00 Block 01.00 Lot 091.000

The approximate amount of the current Judgment lien is $558,035.02 plus interest and costs. The Premises will be sold subject to provisions

of the aforesaid Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale; Index # 23768/2005

HARVEY SAVITT, Esq., Referee.

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

Dated: 12/30/2024 File Number: 560-1734 CA 25-23. 1/9, 16, 23, 30

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

25-24. 1/9., 16., 23,. 30, 2/6, 13

Notice is hereby given that a license, Application ID: NA-0340-24-147736 for liquor, beer, wine, and cider has been applied for by the undersigned to sell liquor, beer, wine, and cider at retail in a Restaurant under the Alcoholic Beverage Control Law at 128 N Carll Ave, Babylon, NY 11702, County of Suffolk, for on premises consumption at Bangkok Street Food LLC. 25-25. 1/9. 16

REFEREE'S NOTICE OF SALE IN FORECLOSURE SUPREME COURTCOUNTY OF SUFFOLK LAKEVIEW LOAN SERVICING, LLC, Plaintiffagainst - RENEE WHITE, et al Defendant(s).

Pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered on February 27, 2020. I, the undersigned Referee will sell at public auction at the Babylon Town Hall, 200 East Sunrise Highway, Lindenhurst, NY 11757 on the 5th day of February, 2025 at 10:00 AM. All that certain plot, piece or parcel of land, with the buildings and improvements thereon erected, situate, lying and being in the Town of Babylon, County of Suffolk, State of New York.

Premises known as 27 Piave Terrace East a/k/a 27 Piave Terrace, Lindenhurst, NY 11757.

(District: 0100, Section: 188.00, Block: 01.00, Lot: 030.000)

Approximate amount of lien $299,669.78 plus interest and costs.

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

Index No. 611542/2019. Steven P. Bertolino, Esq., Referee.

McCalla Raymer Leibert Pierce, LLC

Attorney(s) for Plaintiff 420 Lexington Avenue, Suite 840 New York, NY 10170 Tel. 347/286-7409

For sale information, please visit Auction.com at www.Auction.com or call (800) 280-2832

Dated: November 27, 2024

During the COVID-19 health emergency, bidders are required to comply with all governmental health requirements in effect at the time of sale including but not limited to, wearing face coverings and maintaining social distancing (at least 6-feet apart) during the auction, while tendering deposit and at any subsequent closing. Bidders are also required to comply with the Foreclosure Auction Rules and COVID-19 Health Emergency Rules issued by the Supreme Court of this County in addition to the conditions set forth in the Terms of Sale. Auction Locations are subject to change.

25-6. 1/2, 9, 16, 23

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SUPREME COURT OF THE STATE OF NEW YORK

COUNTY OF SUFFOLK

HSBC BANK USA, N.A., AS INDENTURE TRUSTEE FOR THE REGISTERED NOTEHOLDERS OF RENAISSANCE HOME EQUITY LOAN TRUST 20071, -againstJOHNNY E. JONES, ET AL.

NOTICE OF SALE NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN pursuant to a Final Judgment of Foreclosure entered in the Office of the Clerk of the County of Suffolk on September 18, 2019, wherein HSBC BANK USA, N.A., AS INDENTURE TRUSTEE FOR THE REGISTERED NOTEHOLDERS OF RENAISSANCE HOME EQUITY LOAN TRUST 2007-1 is the Plaintiff and JOHNNY E. JONES, ET AL. are the Defendant(s). I, the undersigned Referee, will sell at public auction at the BABYLON TOWN HALL, 200 EAST SUNRISE HIGHWAY, NORTH LINDENHURST, NY 11757, on February 4, 2025 at 11:00AM, premises known as 40 SOUTH 29TH ST, WYANDANCH, NY 11798; and the following tax map identification: 0100-054.0004.00-044.001. ALL THAT CERTAIN PLOT, PIECE OR PARCEL OF LAND, SITUATE, LYING AND BEING IN THE TOWN OF BABYLON, COUNTY OF SUFFOLK AND STATE OF NEW YORK

Premises will be sold subject to provisions of filed Judgment Index No.: 030161/2011. Daniel J. Murphy, Esq. - Referee. Robertson, Anschutz, Schneid, Crane & Partners, PLLC, 900 Merchants Concourse, Suite 310, Westbury, New York 11590, Attorneys for Plaintiff. All foreclosure sales will be conducted in accordance with Covid-19 guidelines including, but not limited to, social distancing and mask wearing. *LOCATION OF SALE SUBJECT TO CHANGE DAY OF IN ACCORDANCE WITH COURT/CLERK DIRECTIVES.

25-8. 1/2, 9, 16, 23

GLQ Investors, L.P., Plaintiff, vs. Jewel Nash, ET AL., Defendant(s).

Pursuant to an Order Confirming Referee Report and Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale duly entered on May 5, 2022 and an Order Appointing Successor Referee duly entered on August 22, 2022, I, the undersigned Referee will sell at public auction at the Babylon Town Hall, 200 East Sunrise Highway, North Lindenhurst, NY 11757 on February 6, 2025 at 10:00 a.m., premises known as 38 Hilltop Lane, Wheatley Heights, NY 11798. All that certain plot, piece or parcel of land, with the buildings and improvements thereon erected, situate, lying and being in the Town of Babylon, County of Suffolk and State of New York, District 0100, Section 014.00, Block 02.00 and Lot 020.000. Approximate amount of judgment is $410,281.73 plus interest and costs. Premises will be sold subject to provisions of filed Judgment Index #609043/2015. Cash will not be accepted.

Joy Jorgensen, Esq., Referee

Knuckles & Manfro, LLP, 120 White Plains Road, Suite 215, Tarrytown, New York 10591, Attorneys for Plaintiff 25-5 1/2, 9, 16, 23

NOTICE OF SALE IN FORECLOSURE

STATE OF NEW YORK SUPREME COURT: COUNTY OF SUFFOLK

HSBC BANK USA, NATIONAL ASSOCIATION AS TRUSTEE FOR SG MORTGAGE SECURITIES TRUST 2006-FRE1, ASSET BACKED CERTIFICATES, SERIES 2006-FRE1, Plaintiff, v.

ALICIA OTERO, ET AL, Defendants.

PLEASE TAKE NOTICE THAT

In pursuance of a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the Office of the County Clerk of Suffolk County on October 25, 2018, I, Joy E. Jorgensen, Esq., the Referee named in said Judgment, will sell in one parcel at public auction on February 6, 2025 at the Babylon Town Hall, 200 East Sunrise Highway, North Lindenhurst, NY 11757, at 11:00 AM the premises

described as follows: 219 Cedar Ct Copiague, NY 11726

SBL No.: 0100-194.0002.00-099.000 & 100.000

ALL THAT TRACT OR PARCEL OF LAND situate in the Town of Babylon, County of Suffolk, State of New York. The premises are sold subject to the provisions of the filed judgment, Index No. 605237/2015 in the amount of $533,708.74 plus interest and costs. The aforementioned auction will be conducted in accordance with the Court System's COVID-19 mitigation protocols and as such all persons must comply with social distancing, wearing masks and screening practices in effect at the time of this foreclosure sale.

Woods Oviatt Gilman LLP Attorneys for Plaintiff 500 Bausch & Lomb Place Rochester, NY 14604

Tel.: 855-227-5072 25-10. 1/2, 9, 16, 23

NOTICE OF SALE

SUPREME COURT

COUNTY OF Suffolk, U.S. Bank Trust National Association, as Trustee of the LB Igloo Series IV Trust, Plaintiff, vs. Babar Afzal, ET AL., Defendant(s).

Pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale duly entered on November 21, 2024, I, the undersigned Referee will sell at public auction at the Babylon Town Hall, 200 East Sunrise Highway, North Lindenhurst, NY 11757 on February 5, 2025 at 1:00 p.m., premises known as 14 North 11th Street, Wheatley Heights, NY 11798. All that certain plot, piece or parcel of land, with the buildings and improvements thereon erected, situate, lying and being in the Town of Babylon, County of Suffolk and State of New York, District 0100, Section 040.00, Block 02.00 and Lot 020.000. Approximate amount of judgment is $259,868.20 plus interest and costs. Premises will be sold subject to provisions of filed Judgment Index #629417/2023.

Francesco P. Tini, Esq., Referee

Friedman Vartolo LLP, 85 Broad Street, Suite 501, New York, New York 10004, Attorneys for Plaintiff. Firm File No.: 193421-4 25-11. 1/2. 9, 16, 23

VILLAGE OF BABYLON

PUBLIC NOTICE

BOARD OF APPEALS

VILLAGE OF BABYLON

PURSUANT to the provisions of Article VII of the Building Zone Ordinance of the Village of Babylon, NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the Board of Appeals of the Village of Babylon will hold a public hearing at 7:30 P.M. on Wednesday, January 15, 2025, in the Municipal Building, at 153 West Main Street, Babylon, New York to consider the following applications:

•Application of Michele Miuta, Webster Bank, 180 West Main Street, Babylon, NY, agent for owner, Sterling National Bank, 1 Jericho Plaza, Jericho, NY 11753, for permission to maintain a parking lot on the premises located at 180 West Main Street, Babylon, NY. Property located in Residence A-11 and Residence O Districts. Suffolk County Real Property Tax Map District 0102, Section 13, Block 2, Lot 24.4. Application made in accordance with Sections 365-13, 365-17 and 365-35.

•Application of Jennifer Gromus, 215 Claremont Avenue, West Babylon, NY 11704, agent for owner Silvio Castignoli, 325 Young Street, North Babylon, NY 11703, for permission to maintain a two-family dwelling on the premises located at 24 Robert Street, Babylon, NY. Property located in Residence A-7 District, Suffolk County Real Property Tax Map District 0102, Section 8, Block 2, Lot 14. Application made in accordance with Sections 365-15 and 365-35.

• Application of Shauna Margolis, 39 Strong Avenue, Babylon, NY, for permission to install an inground pool on the premises located at 39 Strong Avenue, Babylon, NY requiring variances to reduce the minimum side yard setback from 6 feet required to 2 feet proposed and to reduce the rear yard setback (for an accessory structure) from 5 feet required to 2 feet proposed. Property located in Residence A-7 District, Suffolk County Real Property Tax Map District 0102, Section 6, Block 2, Lot 34. Application made in accordance with Sections 365-15 and 365-35.

•Application of Donald and Roberta Carlock, 47 Strong Avenue, Babylon, NY for permission to maintain a rear shed extension and the addition of a green house on the premises located at 47 Strong Avenue, Babylon NY requiring variances to reduce the rear yard setback (for an accessory structure) from 5 feet required to 2.23 feet proposed and to increase the lot coverage from 25% required to 36% proposed. Property located in Residence A-7 District, Suffolk County Real Property Tax Map District 0102, Section 6, Block 2, Lot 36. Application made in accordance with Sections 365-15 and 365-35.

•Application of Donald J. Middleton, Jr., Pippenall, LLC, 50 Park Avenue, Babylon, NY for permission to install an apartment on the second floor of the building on the premises located at 50 Park Avenue, Babylon NY requiring a special permit regarding dwelling units on the first floor above the ground floor in a building where the ground floor is used for any purpose permitted in the Retail Business District. Property located in Retail Business District, Suffolk County Real Property Tax Map District 0102, Section 6, Block 3, Lot 61.3. Application made in accordance with Sections 365-20, 36520 B(2) and 365-35.

•Application of Michael and Laura McPeck, 162 Woodsome Road, Babylon, NY for permission to install an inground pool on the premises located at 162 Woodsome Road, Babylon, NY requiring variances to reduce the front yard setback from 35 feet required to 14 feet proposed and to reduce the minimum side yard setback from 15 feet required to 4.8 feet proposed. Property located in Residence A-11 District, Suffolk County Real Property Tax Map District 0102, Section 15, Block 2, Lot 7. Application made in accordance with Sections 365-13 and 365-35.

APPLICANTS OR THEIR DULY APPOINTED REPRESENTATIVES MUST APPEAR IN PERSON AT THE ABOVE HEARING. BRUCE HUMENIK, CHAIRMAN

JEFFREY C. WEBER, SECRETARY

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SUPREME COURT OF THE STATE OF NEW YORK

COUNTY OF NASSAU

INDEX NO: 604028/2024

D/O/F: 03/06/2024

SUPPLEMENTAL SUMMONS

Property Address: 304 North Brookside Avenue, Freeport, New York 11520

Plaintiff designates Nassau County as the place of trial. Venue is based upon the County in which the property is situated.

THE BANK OF NEW YORK MELLON, SUCCESSOR TO THE BANK OF NEW YORK, NOT IN ITS INDIVIDUAL CAPACITY BUT SOLELY AS TRUSTEE ON BEHALF OF THE HOLDERS OF THE CIT MORTGAGE LOAN TRUST, 2007-1 ASSETBACKED CERTIFICATES, SERIES 2007-1, Plaintiff, -againstUnknown heirs at law of Laura Williams a/k/a Laura Susan Williams, her next of kin, distributees, executors, administrators, trustees, devisees, legatees, assignees, lienors, creditors, and successors in interest, and generally all persons having or claiming, under, by or through said defendant who may be deceased, by purchase, inheritance, lien or otherwise, any right title or interest in and to the premises described in the complaint herein, all of whom and whose names and places of residence are unknown to the plaintiff and cannot after diligent inquiry be ascertained; GERALD WILLIAMS, RITA WILLIAMS, TRISTIAN FIELDS AS HEIR AND DISTRIBUTEE OF THE ESTATE OF LAURA WILLIAMS A/K/A LAURA SUSAN WILLIAMS, PEOPLE OF STATE OF NEW YORK, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA, WORKERS COMPENSATION BOARD OF THE STATE OF NEW YORK, BROOKLYN UNION GAS COMPANY, PORTFOLIO RECOVERY ASSOCIATES, LLC, THE LCF GROUP, INC. S/H/A LCF GROUP, INC., FOX BUSINESS FUNDING NY S/H/A FOX CAPITAL GROUP, INC.; “JOHN DOES” and “JANE DOES”, said names being fictitious, parties intended being possible tenants or occupants of premises, and

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corporations, other entities or persons who claim, or may claim, a lien against the premises,

Defendant(s).

TO THE ABOVENAMED DEFENDANTS:

YOU ARE HEREBY SUMMONED to answer the Complaint in this action, and to serve a copy of your Answer, or, if the Complaint is not served with this Summons, to serve a Notice of Appearance on the Plaintiff’s Attorneys within twenty (20) days after service of this Summons, exclusive of the day of service, where service is made by delivery upon you personally within the State, or within thirty (30) days after completion of service where service is made in any other manner, and in case of your failure to appear or answer, judgment will be taken against you by default for the relief demanded in the complaint.

TO THE ABOVE DEFENDANTS: The foregoing Summons is served upon you by publication pursuant to an Order of the Hon. Jeffrey A. Goodstein, a Justice of the Supreme Court, Nassau County, entered Dec. 4, 2024 and filed with the complaint and other papers in the Nassau County Clerk’s Office.

THE OBJECT OF THE ACTION is to foreclose a mortgage recorded in the Nassau County Clerk’s Office on June 28, 2005 in Liber M29010, Page 64, covering premises k/a 304 North Brookside Avenue, Freeport, NY 11520 a/k/a Section 36, Block 519, Page 23.

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.

The following notice is intended only for the defendants who are owners of the premises sought to be foreclosed or who are liable upon the debt for which the mortgage stands as security.

YOU ARE HEREBY PUT ON NOTICE THAT WE ARE ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT, AND ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE.

PLEASE BE AWARE:

•that debt collectors, in accordance with the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act, 15 U.S.C. § 1692 et seq., are prohibited from engaging in abusive, deceptive, an unfair debt collection efforts, including, but not limited to:

•the use or threat of violence;

•the use of obscene or profane language; and

•repeated phone calls made with the intent to annoy, abuse, or harass.

•If a creditor or debt collector receives a money judgment against you in court, state and federal laws may prevent the following types of income from being taken to pay the debt:

•Supplemental security income, (SSI);

•Social security;

•Public assistance (welfare);

•Spousal support, maintenance (alimony) or child support;

•Unemployment benefits;

Disability benefits;

•Workers’ compensation benefits;

•Public or private pensions;

•Veterans’ benefits;

•Federal student loans, federal student grants, and federal work study funds; and

•Ninety percent of your wages or salary earned in the last sixty days.

TO THE DEFENDANTS: The Plaintiff makes no personal claim against you in this action.

TO THE DEFEN -

DANTS: If you have obtained an order of discharge from the Bankruptcy court, which includes this debt, and you have not reaffirmed your liability for this debt, this law firm is not alleging that you have any personal liability for this debt and does not seek a money judgment against you. Even if a discharge has been obtained, this lawsuit to foreclose the mortgage will continue and we will seek a judgment authorizing the sale of the mortgaged premises.

Dated:

Sandy J. Stolar, Esq. Margolin, Weinreb & Nierer, LLP

Attorneys for Plaintiff 575 Underhill Boulevard, Suite 224

Syosset, New York 11791

516-921-3838

#101991

24-747 12/19, 26, 1/2, 9

NOTICE OF SALE

SUPREME COURT

COUNTY OF Suffolk, Bank of America, N.A., Plaintiff, vs. Kevin Goff, as heir, devisee, distributee of The Estate of Darnella Goff, Deceased, ET AL., Defendant(s).

Pursuant to an Order Confirming Referee Report and Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale duly entered on August 26, 2024, I, the undersigned Referee will sell at public auction at the Babylon Town Hall, 200 East Sunrise Highway, North Lindenhurst, NY 11757 on January 23, 2025 at 2:00 p.m., premises known as 110 Nathalie Avenue, Amityville, NY 11701. All that certain plot, piece or parcel of land, with the buildings and improvements thereon erected, situate, lying and being in the Town of Babylon, County of Suffolk and State of New York, District 0100, Section 171.00, Block 01.00 and Lot 022.000. Approximate amount of judgment is $460,368.10 plus interest and costs. Premises will be sold subject to provisions of filed Judgment Index #605054/2020.

Scott H. Siller, Esq., Referee

Greenspoon Marder, 1345 Avenue of the Americas, Suite 2200, New York, NY 10105, Attorneys for Plaintiff 24-742. 12/19, 26, 1/2, 9

SUPREME COURT OF THE STATE OF NEW YORK COUNTY OF SUFFOLK U.S. BANK TRUST COMPANY, NATIONAL ASSOCIATION -againstRAUL GONZALEZ, ET AL. NOTICE OF SALE NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN pursuant to a Final Judgment of Foreclosure entered in the Office of the Clerk of the County of Suffolk on March 11, 2024, wherein U.S. BANK TRUST COMPANY, NATIONAL ASSOCIATION is the Plaintiff and RAUL GONZALEZ, ET AL. are the Defendant(s). I, the undersigned Referee will sell at public auction at the BABYLON TOWN HALL, 200 EAST SUNRISE HIGHWAY, NORTH LINDENHURST, NY 11757, on January 17, 2025 at 12:30PM, premises known as 480 N CLINTON AVE, LINDENHURST, NY 11757; and the following tax map identification: 0103-007.00-02.00067.000.

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

Premises will be sold subject to provisions of filed Judgment Index No.: 002189/2007. Francesco P. Tini, Esq. - Referee. Robertson, Anschutz, Schneid, Crane & Partners, PLLC 900 Merchants Concourse, Suite 310, Westbury, New York 11590, Attorneys for Plaintiff. All foreclosure sales will be conducted in accordance with Covid-19 guidelines including, but not limited to, social distancing and mask wearing. *LOCATION OF SALE SUBJECT TO CHANGE DAY OF IN ACCORDANCE WITH COURT/CLERK DIRECTIVES.

24-751 . 12/19, 26, 1/2, 9

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SUPREME COURT

COUNTY OF Suffolk, Limosa, LLC, Plaintiff, vs. Jarrod Boyden, ET AL., Defendant(s). Pursuant to an Order Confirming Referee’s Report and Judgment of Foreclo -

sure & Sale duly entered on October 28, 2024, I, the undersigned Referee will sell at public auction at the Babylon Town Hall, 200 East Sunrise Highway, North Lindenhurst, NY 11757 on January 17, 2025 at 2:30 p.m., premises known as 31 County Place, Deer Park, NY 11729. All that certain plot, piece or parcel of land, with the buildings and improvements thereon erected, situate, lying and being in the Town of Babylon, County of Suffolk and State of New York, District 0100, Section 090.00, Block 01.00 and Lot 016.000. Approximate amount of judgment is $435,947.40 plus interest and costs. Premises will be sold subject to provisions of filed Judgment Index #618140/2023. Danielle Coysh, Esq., Referee Vallely Law PLLC, 6851 Jericho Turnpike, Suite 165, Syosset, New York 11791, Attorneys for Plaintiff 24-743. 12/19,. 26, 1/2, 9

NOTICE OF SALE SUPREME COURT COUNTY OF Suffolk, Elizon Master Participation Trust I, U.S. Bank Trust National Association, as Owner Trustee, Plaintiff, vs. Justine O'Hara, ET AL., Defendant(s). Pursuant to an Order Confirming Referee’s Report and Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale duly entered on January 18, 2024, I, the undersigned Referee will sell at public auction at the Babylon Town Hall, 200 East Sunrise Highway, North Lindenhurst, NY 11757 on January 24, 2025 at 2:30 p.m., premises known as 16 Seley Drive, North Babylon, NY 11703. All that certain plot, piece or parcel of land, with the buildings and improvements thereon erected, situate, lying and being in the Town of Babylon, County of Suffolk and State of New York, District 0100, Section 120.00, Block 01.00 and Lot 148.000. Approximate amount of judgment is $575,663.76 plus interest and costs. Premises will be sold subject to provisions of filed Judgment Index #615691/2022.

Robert Fuchs, Esq., Referee Vallely Law PLLC, 6851 Jericho Turnpike, Suite 165, Syosset, New York 11791, Attorneys for Plaintiff 24-758. 12/26, 1/2, 9, 16

SUPREME COURT OF THE STATE OF NEW YORK COUNTY OF SUFFOLK DEUTSCHE BANK TRUST COMPANY AMERICAS, AS TRUSTEE FOR SAXON ASSET SECURITIES TRUST 2003-3, MORTGAGE LOAN ASSET BACKED CERTIFICATES, SERIES 2003-3, -againstSCOTT M. SHORES, ET AL.

NOTICE OF SALE NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN pursuant to a Final Judgment of Foreclosure entered in the Office of the Clerk of the County of Suffolk on February 20, 2020, wherein DEUTSCHE BANK TRUST COMPANY AMERICAS, AS TRUSTEE FOR SAXON ASSET SECURITIES TRUST 2003-3, MORTGAGE LOAN ASSET BACKED CERTIFICATES, SERIES 2003-3 is the Plaintiff and SCOTT M. SHORES, ET AL. are the Defendant(s). I, the undersigned Referee, will sell at public auction at the BABYLON TOWN HALL, 200 EAST SUNRISE HIGHWAY, NORTH LINDENHURST, NY 11757, on January 29, 2025 at 2:00PM, premises known as 412 MARCY STREET, WEST BABYLON A/K/A NORTH BABLON, NY 11704; and the following tax map identification: 0100-143.0001.00-014.000.

ALL THAT CERTAIN PLOT, PIECE OR PARCEL OF LAND, SITUATE, LYING AND BEING IN THE TOWN OF BABYLON, COUNTY OF SUFFOLK, STATE OF NEW YORK Premises will be sold subject to provisions of filed Judgment Index No.: 609278/2015. Joseph Hubbard, Esq. - Referee. Robertson, Anschutz, Schneid, Crane & Partners, PLLC, 900 Merchants Concourse, Suite 310, Westbury, New York 11590, Attorneys for Plaintiff. All foreclosure sales will be conducted in accordance with Covid-19 guidelines including, but not limited to, social distancing and mask wearing. *LOCATION OF SALE SUBJECT TO CHANGE DAY OF IN ACCORDANCE WITH COURT/CLERK DIRECTIVES. 24-762. 12/26, 1/2, 9, 16

NOTICE OF SALE SUPREME COURTCOUNTY OF SUFFOLK PHH MORTGAGE CORPORATION, Plaintiff, Against OSE ARAUJO A/K/A JOSE N. ARAUJO, LOURDES ARAUJO, ET AL, Defendant(s)

Pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale, duly entered 10/09/2024, I, the undersigned Referee, will sell at public auction, at Babylon Town Hall, 200 East Sunrise Highway, Lindenhurst, NY 11757, on 1/24/2025 at 3:00PM, premises known as 376 Ferraris Street, Copiague, New York 11726, And Described As Follows:

ALL that certain plot piece or parcel of land, with the buildings and improvements thereon erected, situate, lying and being in Copiague, Town Of Babylon, County Of Suffolk And State Of New York.

District 0100 Section 176.00 Block 01.00 Lot 058.002

The approximate amount of the current Judgment lien is $522,635.84 plus interest and costs. The Premises will be sold subject to provisions of the aforesaid Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale; Index # 622829/2023

Robert Fuchs, Esq., Referee.

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

Dated: 12/10/2024 File Number: 23-300739 CA 24-760. 12/26, 1/2, 9, 16

SUPREME COURT OF THE STATE OF NEW YORK COUNTY OF SUFFOLK OCWEN LOAN SERVICING, LLC, -againstREY BENITEZ, ET AL.

NOTICE OF SALE

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN pursuant to a Final Judgment of Foreclosure entered in the Office of the Clerk of the County of Suffolk on September 24, 2024, wherein OCWEN LOAN SERVICING, LLC is the Plaintiff and REY BENITEZ, ET AL. are the Defendant(s). I, the undersigned Referee, will sell at public auction at the BABYLON TOWN

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HALL, 200 EAST SUNRISE HIGHWAY, NORTH LINDENHURST, NY 11757, on January 28, 2025 at 9:30AM, premises known as 74 MIRAMAR BOULEVARD, LINDENHURST, NY 11757; and the following tax map identification: 0100-189.0001.00-101.000.

ALL THAT CERTAIN LOT, PIECE OR PARCEL OF LAND SITUATE AND BEING IN THE TOWN OF BABYLON, COUNTY OF SUFFOLK, STATE OF NEW YORK

Premises will be sold subject to provisions of filed Judgment Index No.: 613891/2016. Anthony M. Parlatore, Esq. - Referee. Robertson, Anschutz, Schneid, Crane & Partners, PLLC, 900 Merchants Concourse, Suite 310, Westbury, New York 11590, Attorneys for Plaintiff. All foreclosure sales will be conducted in accordance with Covid-19 guidelines including, but not limited to, social distancing and mask wearing. *LOCATION OF SALE SUBJECT TO CHANGE DAY OF IN ACCORDANCE WITH COURT/CLERK DIRECTIVES.

24-761. 12/26, 1/2, 9, 16

NOTICE OF SALE

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COUNTY OF Suffolk, Mortgage Assets Management, LLC, Plaintiff, vs. Allison J. Carlino, as Heir, Devisee, Distributee of the Estate of Pauline Carlino, ET AL., Defendant(s).

Pursuant to a Default Judgment, Amend the Caption, Confirm Referee Report, and Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale duly entered on September 17, 2024, I, the undersigned Referee will sell at public auction at the Babylon Town Hall, 200 East Sunrise Highway, North Lindenhurst, NY 11757 on January 24, 2025 at 9:00 a.m., premises known as 178 South 15th Street, Lindenhurst, NY 11757. All that certain plot, piece or parcel of land, with the buildings and improvements thereon erected, situate, lying and being in the Village of Lindenhurst, Town of Babylon, County of Suffolk and State of New York, District 0103, Section 009.00, Block 03.00 and Lot 039.000. Approximate amount of judg-

ment is $880,168.34 plus interest and costs. Premises will be sold subject to provisions of filed Judgment Index #607412/2015.

Richard Lavorata, Esq., Referee

Greenspoon Marder, 1345 Avenue of the Americas, Suite 2200, New York, NY 10105, Attorneys for Plaintiff 24-759. 12/26, 1/2, 9, 16

NOTICE OF SALE SUPREME COURT COUNTY OF SUFFOLK MORTGAGE ASSESTS MANAGEMENT, LLC, Plaintiff AGAINST ERNESTINE WATSON AS ADMINISTRATRIX AND AS HEIR OF THE ESTATE OF BEULAH WOODS, KEVIN WOODS AS HEIR TO THE ESTATE OF BEULAH WOODS, ERNEST WOODS AS HEIR TO THE ESTATE OF BEULAH WOODS, ET AL., Defendant(s) Pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale duly entered July 10, 2023, I, the undersigned Referee will sell at public auction at the Babylon Town Hall, 200 East Sunrise Highway, Lindenhurst, NY 11757 on January 27, 2025 at 11:00AM, premises known as 93 Putnam Avenue, North Babylon, NY 11704. All that certain plot piece or parcel of land, with the buildings and improvements erected, situate, lying and being in the Town of Babylon, County of Suffolk and State of New York, District 0100, Section 082.00, Block 04.00, Lot 046.000. Approximate amount of judgment $583,434.06 plus interest and costs. Premises will be sold subject to provisions of filed Judgment Index #614836/2019. The aforementioned auction will be conducted in accordance with the District and SUFFOLK County Auction Plan in effect at this time. Robert J. Cava, Esq., Referee Gross Polowy, LLC 1775 Wehrle Drive Williamsville, NY 14221 18-002544 83395 24-764. 12/26, 1/2, 9, 16

NOTICE OF SALE SUPREME COURT COUNTY OF SUFFOLK MORTGAGE ASSETS MANAGEMENT, LLC, Plaintiff AGAINST MICHELLE FRANCIS AS HEIR TO THE ESTATE OF LOUISE D. FRANCIS, UNKNOWN HEIRS OF

LOUISE D. FRANCIS 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; ET AL., Defendant(s) Pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale duly entered October 16, 2024, I, the undersigned Referee will sell at public auction at the Babylon Town Hall, 200 East Sunrise Highway, Lindenhurst, NY 11757 on January 27, 2025 at 11:30AM, premises known as 91 Doges Promenade, Lindenhurst, NY 11757. All that certain plot piece or parcel of land, with the buildings and improvements erected, situate, lying and being in the Town of Babylon, County of Suffolk and State of New York, District 0100, Section 190.00, Block 01.00, Lot 001.000. Approximate amount of judgment $462,902.52 plus interest and costs. Premises will be sold subject to provisions of filed Judgment Index #200251/2022. The aforementioned auction will be conducted in accordance with the District and SUFFOLK County Auction Plan in effect at this time. Robert J. Cava, Esq., Referee Gross Polowy, LLC 1775 Wehrle Drive Williamsville, NY 14221 20-001556 83392 24-763. 12/26, 1/2, 9, 16

NOTICE OF SALE IN FORECLOSURE STATE OF NEW YORK

SUPREME COURT: COUNTY OF SUFFOLK WELLS FARGO USA HOLDINGS, INC. Plaintiff, v. JUDITH VOGEL, ET AL, Defendants. PLEASE TAKE NOTICE THAT

In pursuance of a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the Office of the County Clerk of Suffolk County on October 26, 2023, I, Robert P. Valletti, Esq. the Referee named in said Judgment, will sell in one parcel at public auction on January 30, 2025 at the Babylon Town Hall, 200 East Sunrise Highway, North Lindenhurst, NY 11757, at 03:00 PM the premises described as follows: 222 A Oak Beach Rd

Oak Beach, NY 11702

SBL No.: 0100-242.0001.00-021.000

ALL THAT TRACT OR PARCEL OF LAND situate in the Town of Babylon, County of Suffolk, State of New York

The premises are sold subject to the provisions of the filed judgment, Index No. 600144/2017 in the amount of $841,313.91 plus interest and costs. The aforementioned auction will be conducted in accordance with the Court System's COVID-19 mitigation protocols and as such all persons must comply with social distancing, wearing masks and screening practices in effect at the time of this foreclosure sale. Woods Oviatt Gilman LLP

Attorneys for Plaintiff 500 Bausch & Lomb Place Rochester, NY 14604 Tel.: 855-227-5072 24-767. 12/26, 1/2 9, 16

Notice of formation of 4 Colt Babylon, LLC, a limited liability company. Articles of Organization filed with the Secretary of State of New York (SSNY) on December 6, 2024. Office location: Suffolk County. SSNY is designated for service of process. SSNY shall mail copy of any process served against the LLC to, 25 Davison Ln W, West Islip, N.Y 11795. Purpose: any lawful purpose. 24-766. 12/26, 1/2, 9, 16, 23, 30

Notice of formation of 6-8 Colt Babylon, LLC, a limited liability company. Articles of Organization filed with the Secretary of State of New York (SSNY) on December 13, 2024. Office location: Suffolk County. SSNY is designated for service of process. SSNY shall mail copy of any process served against the LLC to, 25 Davison Ln W, West Islip, N.Y 11795. Purpose: any lawful purpose. 24-765. 12/26, 1/2, 9, 16, 23, 30

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My meeting with a president, and what might have been

Thank you, Jimmy Carter.

When I was a student in Florence, Italy, in 1979, I was invited to a fellow student’s home in Munich. There I was awakened by loud noises out in the street, and watched a huge truck with giant arms and claws that was lifting several odd-shaped bins from two street corners at the same time.

My friend explained that this was something called “recycling.” The truck was gathering separated bins of brown, green and clear glass and paper, all at the same time. I was intrigued, and further investigated this new idea, writing six pages of notes. After I returned to the U.S., I hand-wrote that six-page letter to the president of the United States, Jimmy Carter.

Then a strange thing happened. Our office secretary in Monroe, Michigan, came to my desk and said that a man named William Ruckleshaus, chairman of the federal Environmental Protection Agency, was on the phone, and wanted to speak to me. He explained that President Carter had received my letter and wanted to meet. I was 22 years old.

Because it was election time, the president was doing town hall meetings across the country, and selected a high school near my home in Toledo, Ohio. I was sent a special pass to give to Secret Service agents, and on Oct. 25, 1980, at 9:42 am, in a crowded gymnasium, I presented my pass to a tall Marine-like agent who seemed to be aware of the arrangement. He didn’t hesitate. I was walked behind a backdrop by two agents, down a hallway and seated in a classroom.

In walked President Carter, and he came over, shook my hand and sat in a school desk next to me. He was holding my letter on recycling, and we discussed the many specific things he was interested in implementing, starting with government, to reduce waste in the United States. I kept answering, “Yes, Mr. President,” and he kept saying, “Call me Jimmy.”

As we talked, he smiled that big Jimmy Carter grin, and I kept thinking he was too genuinely sincere, too nice to be the president, too down-to-earth — and how surreal the moment was. But the most surreal of all was when he asked me if I would come to Washington, D.C., and work with him to implement this program from the White House. I immediately answered, “Yes, Mr. President,” still unable to call him Jimmy. Then he smiled at me one more time and said, “Of course, I have to get re-elected.”

He lost to Ronald Reagan, and the rest is history. I always wonder how my life would have been, working with the president, overseeing a new program that never materialized. I wouldn’t have crossed paths with the young lady who has shared my life for 43 years, never enjoyed the two daughters we raised or the grandchildren we fuss over, might not have opened my own architectural practice, moved to Long Island or started writing a column for the Herald. I wonder. Thank you, Jimmy Carter!

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Once again, there’s a New Yorker in the White House

When Donald Trump is inaugurated as our 47th president the week after next, he will (once again) be the only president since Franklin Delano Roosevelt who is a born-and-bred New Yorker. Despite his recent relocation to Florida, where he has presided from Mar-a-Lago like an overlord, Trump has never escaped his New York roots. This is important to New York and Long Island. I say this not because of any native-son pride, but because downstate New York has unique issues and challenges that can be best understood and addressed by a true New Yorker. Like me, Trump grew up in Queens, but that’s where the geographic comparison ends. He was raised in very upscale Jamaica Estates. I grew up in very bluecollar Sunnyside. Same time; different stations. Of course, that didn’t stop

Trump from implying to people in Washington that he and I grew up together. So much so that non-New York members of Congress would ask me, “What kind of guy was he growing up?” And my misleading non-answer would always be, “Same as he is today.”

WDespite the very different economic aspects of our upbringings, Trump and I, in many ways, spoke the same language. I distinctly remember when he invited me to the White House in February 2017, a few weeks after his inauguration, for a routine billsigning ceremony. As we spoke for just a few minutes, he gave a big smile and said, “It’s great to hear that New York accent down here.”

anti-MS-13 efforts succeeded in crushing the gang’s reign of terror in Nassau and Suffolk counties.)

e’ll need President Trump’s support and cooperation to address critical issues.

Probably the most relaxed I ever saw Trump was when he invited me to join him at ringside for a night of UFC fights at Madison Square Garden in November 2019. The loud fullhouse crowd chanting “USA!” and giving him thumbs ups was a stark contrast to the Ukraine impeachment proceedings against him that were under way at the same time in Washington.

This year, his giant rallies at Madison Square Garden and the Nassau Coliseum were major parts of his winning campaign.

Executive Bruce Blakeman, county Republican Party Chairman Joe Cairo and former Congressman Lee Zeldin. Trump’s brother Robert lived in Garden City for many years until he died in 2020. On a somber note, I was there last March when Trump came to the funeral home in Massapequa to comfort the family of murdered NYPD hero Jonathan Diller.

Several times when I was talking with him on Air Force One, when he was flying to Long Island to address the MS-13 murder spree, I felt as if I were speaking with just another guy on a Queens street corner, and had to keep reminding myself that I was talking to the president of the United States. (His

Trump also had friendships with Long Islanders such as former U.S. Sen. Al D’Amato, from his years in Washington, and Joe Mondello, who was Trump’s attorney in several business transactions and was later appointed ambassador to Trinidad and Tobago by Trump. More recently, the president-elect has formed close friendships with County

Over the next several years, New York will need the support and cooperation of President Trump to address critical issues, including illegal immigration, crime and drugs, health care for those who continue to be affected by the aftermath of the Sept. 11 attacks, aging infrastructure, congested traffic and high taxes. We will especially need him to fight off anti-New York elements in the Republican Party who have too often in the past clearly demonstrated their geographic bias. Together, whether Republican or Democrat, New Yorkers should work to find common ground with the president to make New York great again.

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

The challenge of being president in challenging times

We are entering a new year, in which there will be many challenges for all of us. But the biggest ones will be for President-elect Donald Trump, who is about to embark on a historic second term. We know what he will do on Inauguration Day, but the real question is what kind of president he will be when the history of his second term is written.

Trump made many promises to voters, and there is no doubt that he will fulfill many of them. Voters were clearly concerned about the immigration challenges at the borders, and Trump has pledged to close them down and begin a program of mass deportations. Many voters were unhappy with the way our government works, and for better or worse, there will be changes. The proposed appointees to the Trump cabinet are in most cases total unknowns when it comes to government experience. Thinking that his new

team will be able to function effectively is a big wish that may or may not come true. Many of the proposed cabinet members have never run any type of business, and in some cases their only qualification is that Trump likes them. That could be a recipe for disaster.

Thinking that Trump’s new team will be able to function effectively is a big wish.

Aside from the promise to shut down the borders, the big Trump pledge was that he would do something about the high cost of things like eggs and other household needs. In the weeks since the election, he has made it clear that cutting down on such things as grocery costs is too difficult to accomplish.

Much of his presidency will be defined on Jan. 20, when he will sign a number of executive orders. Some may win broad public acceptance, but others may lead Trump voters to question whether they were the reason they supported him. The pledge to pardon Jan. 6 rioters pleased a small segment of the population, but freeing convicted thugs would send the wrong message in a country that prides itself on law and order.

Trump has pledged to dramatically

cut energy costs by embarking on massive oil and gas drilling programs. Whether that can have any effect is questionable, because the country experienced record oil and gas drilling in 2024, and creating extra product doesn’t mean that prices will go down. We consumers know from experience that the oil and gas producers don’t give any discounts to motorists or homeowners.

Some Trump voters have expressed a desire for our country to curtail any overseas relationships and to once again make the United States into an isolationist country. We went through that experience in the 1930s, when Adolf Hitler was beginning to map out his plan to control Europe and the rest of the world. Since those dark days, we, our friends and supporters have created NATO, and our country has assured our allies that we will defend them if any of our enemies attack them. Obviously, that means China or Russia.

There is no doubt that the Trump presidency will bring about many changes in the way our nation functions. History shows that every president makes some type of imprint on the

country. In many cases, he spends a lot of time trying to erase his predecessor’s accomplishments, and Trump will devote a substantial amount of time to doing exactly that.

In the run-up to Jan. 20, he has talked about a takeover of Greenland and a seizure of the Panama Canal. Greenland still has strong ties to Denmark, which we can be sure isn’t in the mood to give up a land mass rich in precious minerals and other raw materials. Panama controls the canal under a treaty entered into by President Jimmy Carter. Serious attempts to seize the canal would raise questions around the world about America’s written word.

Four years go by fast, and as the clock ticks, historians assess the accomplishments and mistakes of every president. We hope there will be many positive changes from a Trump administration, and that America will be a better place after his tenure ends. That’s my wish for 2025 and beyond, and, I’m sure, everyone’s hope.

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

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Feeling under siege? Combat the chaos.

are you still emotionally shaken by the violent, seemingly random acts that occurred shortly before we turned the calendar and again on New Year’s Day?

On Dec. 22, a woman was burned alive on a Brooklyn subway train. On New Year’s Eve, a man was critically injured when he was pushed into the path of an oncoming subway train in Manhattan.

On Jan. 1, the year just hours old, we awoke to the news of multiple deaths and dozens of injuries when a pickup truck plowed into a crowd of revelers on Bourbon Street in New Orleans. Later that morning, a Tesla Cybertruck detonated outside a Trump Hotel in Las Vegas, reportedly killing the driver and injuring seven others. And four gunmen opened fire outside a nightclub in Queens that night, injuring 10.

When these kinds of headlines intrude into our lives, we may feel as though the world is unraveling. The ripple effects are profound: Lives are lost or forever changed, public spaces are emptied, and once-reliable joys like festivals, parades and football bowl games are relegated to the realm of unimportance.

This sense of being constantly on edge is exhausting. But amid the grief and uncertainty, there are ways to process our emotions, respond constructively, and help ourselves and others find solace and strength.

What should we do?

When violence or tragedy strikes, the

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Advocating for child care in New York

To the Editor:

The year ahead will be filled with uncertainty and opportunity. Our leaders in New York must create the conditions necessary for every child to thrive, while safeguarding our state’s safety net.

We must demand full funding for our child care and public education systems, ensure that every family has a home and access to health care, guarantee clean air and safe environments, and protect every immigrant. We must demand that our state takes a bold position and does not waver from it. Most important, we must demand that the ultrawealthy and extremely profitable corporations pay their fair share, because that’s the key to funding the essential services that help everyone succeed.

For too long, corporate politicians and their wealthy donors have put their interests ahead of the needs of our public schools, child care and working families. It’s time for a change.

first imperative is safety. Avoiding highrisk situations and being vigilant in public spaces are more important than ever.

We must also safeguard our emotional and psychological well-being. Start with staying informed, but not letting yourself be overwhelmed. The 24-hour news cycle has a way of amplifying fear, and while information is crucial, it’s equally important to recognize when it’s time to step back. Be selective about your sources of information, and balance the hard truths of current events with stories that remind you of the good in humanity.

It’s also essential to strengthen our communities. Feeling under siege isolates us, making us retreat into individual fear. But fear is best countered collectively. Reach out to neighbors, join local groups or participate in civic events that promote unity.

Advocate for solutions. Moments of crisis are not always random acts of chaos; they are often symptoms of systemic issues, whether it’s gun violence, mental health crises or deep societal divisions. Supporting policies and groups that address these root causes — and working constructively with people whose opinions differ on the issues — is one way to reclaim a sense of agency in a world that feels out of control.

How should we feel?

The emotions stirred by these tragedies are complex and valid. There’s fear, anger, sadness and sometimes even guilt

— guilt over feeling powerless or for wanting to escape the constant barrage of bad news. It’s important to allow yourself to feel these emotions without judgment.

Be resilient. Focus on what you can control. Small, deliberate acts — reaching out to a friend, writing to a policymaker or simply stepping outside for a walk — can help restore a sense of balance. While we may not be able to prevent every tragedy, we can control how we respond to them.

How can we help?

Be present. Show up for others. Simple gestures, such as offering an attentive ear or a comforting word, are appreciated. Help the people who are directly affected. Donate to relief funds, volunteer at community centers or contribute to organizations addressing the systemic causes of violence and instability.

Share stories of courage, kindness and resilience. Elevate these stories — not in an effort to persuade others to ignore the pain, but to remind you and them that even in the darkest moments, light filters through.

Feeling under siege doesn’t mean we are powerless. It means that we are called to action — both in our personal lives and in our communities. We are called to care for one another, to demand better from our leaders, and to work toward a future in which safety and joy are not fleeting privileges but shared realities.

New York’s puppy mill ban ends an inhumane practice

anew law, the Puppy Mill Pipeline Act, took effect on Dec. 15, making it illegal for pet stores in New York state to sell dogs, cats or rabbits. It is being hailed as a major victory for animal welfare, with advocates celebrating its potential to reduce the inhumane practices associated with puppy mills.

The act was written to end the supply chain that sends animals from commercial breeding operations — often called puppy mills — to pet stores. These mills are notorious for mistreating animals, leading to severe health problems. In addition, they often mislead consumers about the conditions of the animals they sell.

According to the ASPCA, puppy mills prioritize profit over animals’ wellbeing. Dogs in these facilities that are used for breeding puppies often spend their entire lives in wire crates without adequate shelter, veterinary care, food or socialization. Cruel commercial breeders want to maximize profits by producing the most puppies at the lowest possible cost. Here’s how they do it. Tiny cages. More breeding dogs equals

more puppies, which equals more money, so cruel breeders maximize space by keeping dogs tightly contained. They are commonly kept in small, stacked, wire-floored crates or outdoor pens that are exposed to heat, cold and rain. They eat, sleep and give birth in confinement.

Unsanitary conditions. The conditions at many of these facilities encourage the spread of diseases, especially among puppies with undeveloped immune systems. They often arrive in pet stores with health issues ranging from parasites to parvo to pneumonia.

aor emotional care to the adult breeding dogs. Lack of normal human interaction hurts social animals like dogs. They may pace back and forth in their cages, bark nonstop, cower or appear entirely shut down.

ccording to the ASPCA, puppy mills prioritize profits over animals’ well-being.

Rare vet care. Dogs need regular health care. Because that is costly and time-consuming, however, veterinary care is limited. Breeding dogs and puppies don’t get to see veterinarians often — not for regular checkups, vaccines, teeth cleanings or even when they’re sick.

Lack of grooming. Puppy-mill dogs aren’t bathed, their hair isn’t brushed and their nails aren’t cut. This can lead to painful matting, and nails so long that it hurts them to stand or walk.

No walks, playing or petting. Since puppy mills only sell puppies, there is little incentive to provide much physical

Letters

Here’s what we’re fighting for to make this happen:

■ Tax the ultra-wealthy and corporations. New York has the public dollars we need, but only when we pass legislation that makes millionaires, billionaires and highly profitable corporations pay their fair share. The Invest in Our New York campaign shows how we can raise revenue to support our schools, affordable child care and working families. By ensuring fair taxation, we will finally provide the support our kids, educators, and child-care workers have needed for far too long.

■ A fairer, stronger future for all. Every child needs access to a highquality education, no matter their background. But we can’t make that happen without a state budget that prioritizes equity. The Invest in Our New York campaign offers a blueprint for raising the public dollars needed to fund our education and child-care programs. It’s time for a state budget that focuses on the well-being of all New Yorkers — not just the wealthiest.

Your voice is crucial to making these changes a reality. Join us for Child Care Advocacy Day, on Jan. 28, and AQE Advocacy Day, on Feb. 4. Together we can ensure that the 2025 budget prioritizes public education,

early care and learning, and universal child care, so that all of New York’s children have the resources they need to succeed.

Let’s make 2025 the year we secure a more just and equitable future for every New Yorker.

ZAkIYAH SHAAkIr-ANSArI MArINA MArCOU-O’MALLEY Co-executive directors, Alliance for Quality Education NY

He’ll miss ‘Blue Bloods,’ too

To the Editor:

re Peter king’s column, “Like many other devotees, I’ll miss ‘Blue Bloods’ dearly (Dec. 19-25): I agree with you, Mr. king: “Blue Bloods” will be missed. It was very well acted and written. What really bothers me is that CBS would not reconsider, despite strong ratings and even stronger outcry about the show ending.

How about another network taking the show, or even better, HBO? It would have worked. It’s a shame that it ended its run this way.

TONY GIAMETTA Oceanside

Nonstop breeding. Female dogs are bred at every opportunity, even if they are sick, injured, exhausted or have genetic traits that could be damaging to their puppies.

Sudden separation. Puppies aren’t given time to gradually separate from their mother and littermates. Once there’s a buyer, puppies are immediately removed. This sudden separation can lead to fear, anxiety and other lasting behavioral problems that may be difficult or impossible to treat.

The new law is designed to outlaw this business model, to ensure the delivery of healthy pets to families, and to keep consumers from facing costly veterinary bills. Supporters believe that it will stop the flow of cruelly bred puppies to the state’s pet stores. The legislation doesn’t impact responsible breeders who sell the dogs they breed directly to families, and it doesn’t impact animal shelters or rescue organizations.

State Attorney General Letitia James

emphasized the importance of the law, saying, “This pet sale ban will help put an end to the dangerous puppy mill-topet store pipeline that endangers pets and costs New Yorkers thousands of dollars in veterinary care.”

The law requires all pet stores in New York to source animals exclusively from USDA-licensed breeders. Investigations and footage from the USDA have repeatedly exposed the cruelty of puppy mills, where breeding dogs are often left to die when they are no longer able to produce puppies.

Pet stores, like Shake a Paw on Long Island, have faced legal action for selling sickly puppies with congenital diseases consistent with those found in puppy mills. Shake a Paw was ordered to pay $300,000 in restitution to nearly 200 customers who bought puppies with serious health issues.

The new law also reflects a growing trend among consumers and businesses alike to support humane pet-supply models. It offers pet stores an opportunity to shift toward more humane practices while still staying in business.

Complaints about retailers selling dogs, cats or rabbits should be submitted to James’s office at ag.ny.gov/filecomplaint/consumer.

Libby Post is executive director of the New York State Animal Protection Federation, which represents animal shelters and rescue organizations across the state.

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Safety Alert: Long Island Limousine Association warns against hiring unlicensed operators, opens tip line

By CHRISTIE LEIGH BABIRAD

cbabirad@liherald.

The Long Island Limousine Association (LILA) is urging riders to hire only licensed car, van, or limousine operators, and it has launched a new tip line to report unlicensed drivers.

The initiative was announced at a recent press conference at All Star Limousine Company in Lindenhurst, with Babylon Town Councilman Anthony Manetta there to show support for increasing public safety.

Tom Gouldsbury, president of LILA and owner of Azure Limousine, explained that many unlicensed operators are using social media to solicit customers who may not realize they are hiring an unlicensed driver.

“Many people are doing this as a part-time gig, and it’s unsafe,” Gouldsbury said. “Our members, on the other hand, carry up to a million dollars in insurance coverage.”

He advised customers to verify the legitimacy of the service they are hiring, including checking that the vehicle’s li-

cense plate is not the same as a personal vehicle.

Gouldsbury said, “Licensed operators follow high safety standards and have first-aid and emergency training.”

LILA Vice President Charles Gandolfo, of Dynasty Limousine, emphasized the dangers of relying on social media posts to hire transportation.

“Whether it’s New Year’s Eve, a ride to the airport, or another destination, don’t be fooled by posts offering unlicensed services,” Gandolfo said. “Hiring licensed operators ensures a higher level of safety, accountability, and proper insurance coverage.”

To report an unlicensed vehicle operator, residents can call LILA’s tip line at (631) 944-8448 or email contactlilalongisland@gmail.com.

“Protect yourself and your loved ones by hiring licensed drivers,” Gouldsbury said. “Enjoy special occasions the right way.”

Town of Babylon Councilman Anthony Manetta with LILA President Tom Gouldsbury and Vice President Charles Gandolfo.