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HERALD PERSON OF THE YEAR
JUDY SKILLEN
Tireless volunteer working to preserve Babylon's history
By Christie Leigh Babirad
For more than three decades, Judy Skillen has dedicated herself to the betterment of the Village of Babylon.
As president of the Babylon Village Historical & Preservation Society and in her many other endeavors, Skillen is always emphasizing the contributions of others rather than seeking personal recognition.
"Judy is not only one of my closest friends but may be the most skillful public administrator I’ve ever worked with," said Wayne Horsley, historian at the society. "For more than 40 years, I have been amazed at how much she has accomplished without ever seeking credit."
For those reasons and many more, Skillen is honored as the Babylon Herald Record's Person of the Year.
A retired educator, Skillen served for many years as the chairperson of the Special Education program in the West Babylon School District. "I loved every minute and I was so fortunate that I had wonderful people who I worked with," she said. Alongside her career, Skillen and her late husband, Gerald, were deeply involved with the Conklin House and the historical society. "We as a couple did a lot together, and when he passed away, I was honestly grateful to have these groups because each one has become like a family to me," she said.
Judy
Skillen is an incredible woman who throughout the years has been dedicated to the best interests of the village.
MARY ADAMS
Mayor, Babylon Village
Skillen’s involvement in the village began with her appointment to the Architectural Review Board, followed by the Planning Board, and eventually as a trustee of the historical society. She recalled how the mayor at the time would frequently ask her to assist with various projects. "I’ve always loved working with people, and I was eager to help," she said.
Mayor Mary Adams praised Skillen for her long-standing commitment to the village. "Judy Skillen is an incredible woman who throughout the years has been dedicated to the best interests of the Village of Babylon," Adams said. "Through Judy’s extraordinary efforts, sacrifice, and volunteerism, she has helped preserve the history of Babylon Village, brought awareness of the village’s history to all generations, and has contributed so much to making
Babylon Village a great place to live, work, and raise a family." Adams also called Skillen a "wonderful role model for women of all ages in the community."
During the COVID-19 pandemic, Skillen led efforts to preserve and catalog historical artifacts that had been improperly stored. "Everything I do, I do because I truly enjoy it," Skillen said. "What I do here in the village, I love, and I feel very privileged and honored."
"Judy is an absolute gem," said Village Trustee Sean Goodwin. "Her dedication to Babylon Village is truly awesome. I enjoy working on so many committees with her. She is my hero!"
One of Skillen's most rewarding projects was planning the 20th anniversary commemoration of 9/11. "They honored me by letting me plan for that, and you know how sometimes when you plan something it just turns out perfect; that’s the way this was," she said. But she credited her board of trustees and volunteers for making the event a success. "We just have the best board of trustees; each one has a special skill, talent or forte, and they give it so willingly," she said. "It’s a team effort, and I have to say, it’s a lot of fun."
Skillen has led many major initiatives, including the instal -
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Honoree does her volunteer work quietly
Skillen devotes hours of time to the community and projects she loves
lation of the Robert Moses statue, the historic fountain outside the historical society building, and the Bayman statue. She is also spearheading the Heroes Fountain project at Hawley’s Pond, which will honor essential workers of the 2020 pandemic.
Marge Intreglia, a former colleague at West Babylon High School and a friend for nearly 50 years, described Skillen as "the ultimate professional with a tremendous amount of energy."
Intreglia praised her for her boundless efforts, noting that Skillen has also been involved in fundraising for Superstorm Sandy victims, as well as volunteering at the soup kitchen and for various drives. "She is everywhere and does everything while being so gracious and humble," Intreglia said. "She also organized every get-together with our friend group and sends inspirational text messages since the pandemic."
Skillen's contributions have not gone unrecognized. In 2009, she received the Nathaniel Conklin Award for volunteerism and outstanding community service. She was also named a Woman of Distinction by New York State.
In addition to her work with the
historical society, Skillen is the only woman currently serving on the village Planning Board and is an elder at the First Presbyterian Church of Babylon. She acknowledges the good work done by other community groups including the Babylon Beautification Society, the Rotary Club, the Lions Club, and the Pilot Club.
Reflecting on the recent holiday tree lighting in Babylon Village, Skillen shared her emotional reaction.
"When that Santa Claus came on the bold firetruck, I started to cry," she said. "I said to Mayor Mary Adams that it doesn’t get any better with the high school chorus singing 'Here Comes Santa Claus.'"
Looking ahead, Skillen expressed her enthusiasm for future projects.
"We’re just here to bring joy and happiness, which is a nice position to be in," she said. "I’m very fortunate to have two great daughters, Kim and Michelle, and my three grandchildren beside me through it all."
"Judy Skillen is a special treasure," said Town of Babylon Supervisor Rich Schaffer. "She is always working in the background, getting it done in so many ways as a community leader and compassionate soul."
Christie Leigh Babirad/Herald
Person of the Year, Judy Skillen, is a devoted member of the Babylon Historical Society.
WB senior named Coca-Cola semifinalist
West Babylon Senior High School senior Kenneth Miller was selected as one of 20 semifinalists on Long Island in the annual 2024 Coca-Cola Scholars Program.
Lindenhurst gets huge turnout for New Year's
A crowd estimated at about 5,000 gathered in Village Square in Lindenhurst on New Year’s Eve to celebrate what has now become a village tradition of “dropping of the ball” on New Year's Eve. While the village’s counterpart in New York City may get a few more people to their event, Lindenhurst maintains a family atmosphere by kicking off the New Year a bit earlier, at 9 p.m.
School Board honors members of Babylon Strong
The Babylon Board of Education honored members of the Babylon Strong volunteer group at its January meeting for the work the group has done helping and empowering the wider Babylon community. The group formed during the Covid-19 crisis to help neighbors in need. The volunteers work to provide social-emotional, financial and food support for community members who may be facing a crisis. In the photo: Superintendent Carisa Manza, left, with Babylon Strong executive board members Cathryn McAleavey, Melissa Muma, Kara Darrell, Ingrid Archaga, Shvonne Romanitch and Jennifer Parendo.
Photo Credit: Philip Santoli
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Belle debuts on Groundhog Day
Babylon Belle made her debut Fri., Feb. 2 at the Village Gazebo, letting the crowd know that she did not see her shadow and therefore spring would be on its way sooner rather than later. Unlike other groundhog ceremonies, Babylon chose not to use a live groundhog, a decision that was lauded by John Di Leonardo of Humane Long Island, an animal advocacy organization. He was on hand to applaud “the village’s progressive, cruelty-free new tradition.”
Town observes
P.S. I Love You day
Recognizing the impact that suicide has on individual lives and families and the importance of raising mental health awareness, the Town of Babylon marked P.S. I Love You Day on Feb. 7. The event was held in front of Babylon Town Hall with the founders of P.S. I Love You Day, Brooke and Jaimie DiPalma, joining local educators and community members to emphasize the importance of the day. In the photo: Babylon Town Supervisor Rich Schaffer, Councilman Terence McSweeney, Babylon Village Mayor Mary Adams and NYS Assemblyman Michael Durso with the DiPalma family and supporters.
Lindenhurst fire chiefs applaud their own
The Lindenhurst Fire Department Chiefs’ Office honored their long-time administrative assistant, Karen Leonardi, with a surprise retirement celebration.
Babylon Elementary celebrates kindness Babylon Elementary School students wore orange in celebration of Unity Day. Each student wrote something they can do to be kind on an orange strip of paper, and each class used their strips to create a kindness chain. Then, the chains were brought to the cafeteria where they were assembled by the school’s Social Emotional Learning Committee members and hung around the cafeteria.
Lawmakers seek new bail law after body -parts suspects freed
NYS Republican senators and assembly members, joined by Babylon Village Mayor Mary Adams and Deputy Mayor Frank Seibert, have introduced a bill to make the dismemberment and concealment of a human corpse a bail-eligible offense. In the photo: NYS Sen. Anthony Palumbo, speaks at press conference surrounded by other lawmakers including Sens. Steven Rhoads, 5th SD; Mario Mattera, 2nd SD; Alexa Weik, 8th SD; Assemblymen Michael Durso 9th AD; and John Mikulin, 17th AD; Sen. Patricia Canzoneri-Fitzpatrick, 9th SD ,and Mayor Adams.
Photographer Steve Gravano named town employee of the month Babylon Town recently recognized longtime photographer Steve Gravano as employee of the month. The employee of the month award is named for Ron Kluesener, a longtime employee of the town who currently serves as Chief of Staff. His dedication to the town and its residents led Supervisor Rich Schaffer to name the award in his honor. In the photo: longtime photographer Steve Gravano with town officials.
Longtime fire volunteer Jack Parrett lauded
West Islip Fire Department volunteer Jack Parrett was recognized for 60 years of active service. Parrett co-founded the West Islip Raider’s Drill Team and played a key role in establishing the West Islip Fire Department Rescue Squad.
Alexa Liles tapped as Babylon Town employee of the month
Alexa Liles of West Babylon, an employee with the Town of Babylon, was honored with the Ron Kleusner Award of Excellence from the town as the employee of the month. Liles started working as a volunteer for the town in the aquatics department when she was only 14. At 16, she was hired as a swim instructor. She stayed at Sawyer Avenue, now renamed Anthony Sanchez Pool, for six years, and then started working seasonally in the Parks and Recreation department. In the photo: Left to right: Town Councilman DuWayne Gregory, Town Clerk Geri Compitello, Town Deputy Commissioner of Parks and Recreation Marlon Marshall, Viscel Moore, Town Councilman Tony Martinez, Alexa Liles, Town Councilman Anthony Manetta and Town Supervisor Rich Schaffer.
Viscel C. Moore named Deputy Commissioner
Viscel C. Moore, of Amityville, was appointed to the position of Deputy Commissioner of Parks, Recreation and Cultural Affairs in the Town of Babylon. She joins a team led by Commissioner Eva Rodriguez-Greguski and Chief Deputy Commissioner Marlon Marshal.
West Islip senior awarded Lincoln scholarship
Anna Kalinowski, a senior in the International Baccalaureate program at West Islip High School, was awarded the Abraham Lincoln merit scholarship at Gettysburg College in the amount of $41,000 annually. The Lincoln Scholars Program is a dynamic educational experience that connects students academically and socially to a community of scholars. In the photo: Anna Kalinowski with her award.
The town initiated a program to combat the proliferation of trash on the the town’s streets and roadways, parks and other green spaces through a major informational and awareness campaign. The campaign, Babylon CLEAN, was unveiled at a press conference at the town’s recycling center in West Babylon. In the photo: Babylon Supervisor Rich Shaffer announces the program, while Councilman Tony Martinez and Town Clerk Gerry Compitello listen in.
Denise Heegan named TOB Beautification Ambassador
Denise Heegan, an active North Babylon community membert, was inducted by the Babylon Town Board as a Beautification Ambassador.
In the photo l to r: Babylon Town Councilman DuWayne Gregory, Town Clerk Geraldine Compitello, Councilman Terence McSweeney, Evan Heegan, Denise Heegan, Alayna Heegan, Beautification Director Viscel Moore, Supervisor Rich Schaffer and Councilman Anthony Manetta.
Nancy Keating is Poet of the Year
Nancy Keating of Babylon Village was named the 2024 Walt Whitman Birthplace Poet of the Year. This is an annual award to honor a notable and distinguished local poet who actively promotes poetry on Long Island.
Photo courtesy of Town of Babylon
Babylon Town to residents: Clean up your act
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Grant to help Garden Club grow
Gayle Estrada, a North Babylon High School chemistry teacher and adviser of the new Garden Club, has been awarded an Agriculture in the Classroom grant for $2,997 for the school’s garden from the Suffolk County Soil and Water Conservation District.
Town brings antivaping program to schools
Vanessa Faith Probst, who was recognized for her work in putting together a studentled program to give her peers vital information about the negative effects of vaping, is shown at press conference as Lindenhurst Middle School Principal Frank Naccarato Jr. applauds her commitment. In background, l. to. r. are members of the S.C. P.D.’s First Precinct, Lindenhurst Mayor Michael Lavorata, Babylon Town Supervisor Rich Schaffer, S.C. Leg. Kevin McCaffrey and Lori-Ann Novello of Lindy Cares.
Wyandanch H.S. students raise awareness for lupus
Wyandanch Memorial High School students came together for a meaningful cause: raising awareness about lupus, a chronic autoimmune disease affecting millions worldwide. The event brought nearly all students, staff and administrators to the track where they walked for two miles wearing purple shirts, the official color for lupus awareness.
Babylon trims dog license fees
Babylon Town officials announced a reduction in dog license fees from July 1 to September 30 to encourage licensing and help ensure the pet’s safety.
West Babylon student performs at Carnegie Hall
West Babylon High School junior Grace Rossi was selected to perform at Carnegie Hall as part of the Metropolitan Youth Orchestra of New York. Rossi was chosen as part of the principal orchestra following her audition and played the viola for her performance, which was attended by family and friends.
Lindenhurst dedicates Centennial Bell
Deputy Mayor RJ Renna, Trustee Patrick Pichichero, Village Historian Anna Jaeger, Trustee Douglas Madlon, Mayor Michael Lavorata, S.C. Leg. Kevin J. McCaffrey, Babylon Councilman Anthony Manetta, and Deputy Supervisor Antonio Martinez at the ceremony.
Young cancer patient honored by town for 'Band-Aid Drive' Cassidy McCarthy of West Babylon, a cancer survivor at 12 years old, started a Band-Aid drive to help uplift kids with Band-Aids that have fun designs. In the photo: Cassidy McCarthy is center with l. to. r. Babylon Town Supervisor Rich Schaffer; Town Clerk Geri Compitello; Councilman DuWayne Gregory; Cassidy’s father Daniel; her siblings, Russell, Daniel and Elsie; Councilman Anthony Manetta; S.C. Leg. Kevin McCaffrey, Babylon Village Mayor Mary Adams; NYS Sen. Alexa Weik and Councilman Tony Martinez.
Girl Scouts install a little food pantry
Mayor Michael A. Lavorata (left) and Trustee Douglas Madlon (right) with members of Girl Scout Troop 3823 at Lindenhurst Rainbow Senior Center.
Christie Leigh Babirad / Herald
Snapper Derby in Lindenhurst
The wide smile on Johnny Vasseur’s face was outdone only by the excitement in his voice as he held the snapper he caught at the Lindenhurst Village docks on Snapper Derby Day, Sat., August 17.“I caught a fish,” he squealed. “Look, I caught a fish.” The annual Snapper Derby sponsored by the Lindenhurst Rotary Club and numerous individuals and businesses, drew a crowd of about 140 youngsters and their families. This was the 26th Rotary Snapper Derby, with for youngsters from 5 to 12 years old.
Above: Deborah Tarantino, Doug Madlon and Lindenhurst Village Trustee Joe Perrone man the hot dog table.
Pickleball tournament in Copiague
The 4th annual Town of Babylon beginner invitational pickleball tournament was held in Tanner Park in Copiague in late August. Twelve players representing six teams played a round robin format. Players, shown in photo, included Dan O’Callaghan, Nicole Baron, Hazel McEachin, Jean Caravello, Anthony Nastro, Christine Knespler, Ginny Neal, Lorraine Bushery, Annette D’Amato, Maria Massot, Michele Koetzner and Sue Brotowski.
Photo Courtesy Brooke Carpenter
Matviy Yelistratov enjoys a bite out of his hot dog.
Johnny Vasseur with his prize-winning fish
Learning about 9/11
Copiague Middle School seventh graders Gabriella Ruggerio and Azzo
in front of one of the posters students created for A 9/11 museum gallery walk.
LI lawmakers seek more federal funds for roadwork
Marc
executive director of the Long Island Contractors’ Association, speaks on a proposed law to give Long Island autonomy in vying for federal infrastructure dollars
Courtesy Copiague School District
Manfredonia
Carolyn James / Herald
Herbst,
NYS Senator Monica R. Martinez gets Pearl Environmental Stewardship Award. From left to right: Kwani O’Pharrow, representing Assemblywoman Kimberly Jean-Pierre and the Town of Babylon; Suffolk County Legislature Presiding Officer Kevin J. McCaffrey; Todd Shaw, President of Save the Great South Bay; New York State Senator Monica R. Martinez; and Robyn Silvestri, Executive Director of Save the Great South Bay.
Themed wedding in the Village Babylon Town Clerk Gerry Compitello officiated at the themed wedding of Daniel Matos and Lauren Schubert at Town Hall Park. The ceremony took place on on Halloween. The Deer Park couple were dressed as Gomez and Morticia Addams, from the popular 1990s TV series, as they exchanged vows surrounded by family and friends.
Hochul brings millions in funding to Babylon
Gov. Kathy Hochul, center, with Babylon Town Supervisor Rich Schaffer and NYS Assemblywoman
Kimberly Jean Pierre, flanked by NYS Sen. Monica Martinez, S.C.
Leg. Kevin McCaffrey and S.C. Leg. Jason Richberg, and local officials at Deer Park Fire Department headquarters.
Copiague Builders Club gives back
In honor of Breast Cancer Awareness Month, students at Copiague Middle School collected donations from local businesses, raising $1,912 for the Making Strides Against Breast Cancer fundraiser from the American Cancer Society.
Richberg unveils 'Manufacturing Month'
Jason Richberg, the Suffolk County Legislature’s Minority Leader, introduced a resolution designating October as “Manufacturing Month” in the county..The legislature unanimously approved the measure at its meeting on Oct. 1.
Courtesy of Babylon Town
More than 2.200 Thanksgiving meals served. Circle of Life Ministry volunteers gather to do their part in helping to bring food to needy families in the Town of Babylon for Thanksgiving.
Panthers win Homecoming game. The Babylon Panthers held their Homecoming game against Miller Place on Oct. 5, and picked up a 57-48 Suffolk Division IV victory in what was a back-and-forth affair that featured plenty of offensive fireworks led by four rushing touchdowns by quarterback Kai Jankow, shown at left.
LI Coalition Against Bullying hosts inaugural School Hero Awards. Honorees at the event included Michael Califano, former DRVC, Department of Education; John DeBenedetto, William Floyd School District; Paul Defendini, Farmingdale School District; Michelle Dick, Commack School District; Jillian Edelman, Oceanside School District; Dr. James Foy, Sayville School District; Marjory Stoneman, Douglas HS, Florida; Vincent Healy, East Rockaway School District; Glen Johnson, Malverne School District; Caroline Kind, Levittown School District; Mary Kirby, Lynrook School District; Kathryn Lake, Northport-East Northport School District; Allison Lepore, Babylon School District; Michael Natale, Nassau BOCES; Patricia Natale, Lindenhurst School Distrrict, retired; Wendy Tepfer, Bellmore-Merrick CHS District; Kristen Wallace, Deer Park School District; Marisa Wanatick, Hauppauge School District and Dr. Sequoyah Wharton, Brentwood School District.
Cheryl Schweider named top NY art educator. Cheryl Schweider, Director of Fine Arts and Music for the Babylon School District, was named the 2024 New York State Art Educator of the Year. She is shown in with Babylon Junior Senior High School principal Al Cirone.
A homecoming for Rev. Hanse. Reverend Richard Hanse was officially installed as the Long Island East District Superintendent of the United Methodist Church at a special ceremony at Babylon United Methodist Church. The service was a “special homecoming” for Hanse, who grew up attending the church with his grandparents. In the photo: Islip United Methodist Church Reverend Douglas Madlon, Reverend Richard Hanse and Ken Gesseck, lay leader at the church.
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Season sparkles
Babylon Babylon held its annual Christmas Tree lighting ceremony in Argyle Park, and the Historical &Preservation Society held its traditional Wassail Bowl.
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Photo courtesy / Babylon United Methodist Church
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4th annual Women of Distinction ceremony lauds local heroines
New York State Assemblyman Michael Durso, (R-9th AD), recently held his fourth annual Women of Distinction ceremony at the Marjorie Post Community Center in Massapequa Park. In the photo: Back row: NYS Assemblyman Michael Durso joins Carol D’Amato, Dawn Dahill, Michelle Panetta, and Robin Hepworth. Front row: Denise Heegan, Donna Marano, Deirdre Trumpy, and Gaby Paulino-Pena. Not pictured: Theresa DePietto and Debra Ragusa
Notice of formation of Long Island Organics Council LLC. Articles of Organization filed with the Secretary of State of New York SSNY on September 25, 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 c/o Rocket Corporate Services Inc., 2804 Gateway Oaks Drive #100, Sacramento, CA 95833. Purpose: any lawful purpose.
24-708. 11/28, 12/5, 12, 19, 26, 1/2/25
Notice of formation of DEFENDERS DEN, LLC.
Articles of Organization filed with the Secretary of State of New York SSNY on 10/10/2024. Office located in Suffolk. SSNY has been designated for service of process. SSNY shall mail copy of any process served against the LLC: 187 Wolf Rd Ste 101, Albany NY 12205. Purpose: any lawful purpose.
24-709. 11/28, 12/5, 12, 19, 26, 1/2/25
SUPREME COURT OF THE STATE OF NEW YORK COUNTY OF SUFFOLK
MORTGAGE ASSETS MANAGEMENT, LLC, -againstCEM HATTAT, BENEFICIARY OF THE BAHTIYAR HATTAT REVOCABLE LIVING TRUST, 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 30, 2024, wherein MORTGAGE ASSETS MANAGEMENT, LLC is the Plaintiff and CEM HATTAT, BENEFICIARY OF THE BAHTIYAR HATTAT REVOCABLE LIVING TRUST, 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 8, 2025 at 1:30PM, premises known as 102 WILLOW LANE, LINDENHURST, NY 11757; and the following tax map identification: 0103-022.00-01.00-105.003.
ALL THAT CERTAIN
Public Notices — Your right to know
PLOT, PIECE OR PARCEL OF LAND, WITH THE BUILDINGS AND IMPROVEMENTS THEREON ERECTED, SITUATE AND LYING AND BEING IN THE INCORPORATED VILLAGE OF LINDENHURST, TOWN OF BABYLON, COUNTY OF SUFFOLK AND STATE OF NEW YORK
Premises will be sold subject to provisions of filed Judgment Index No.: 201212/2022. Arthur Burdette, Esq. - Referee. Robertson, Anschutz, Schneid, Crane & Partners, PLLC, 900 Merchants Concourse, Suite 310, Westbury, New York 11590, Attorneys for Plaintiff. All foreclosure sales will be conducted in accordance with Covid-19 guidelines including, but not limited to, social distancing and mask wearing. *LOCATION OF SALE SUBJECT TO CHANGE DAY OF IN ACCORDANCE WITH COURT/CLERK DIRECTIVES.
24-712. 12/5, 12, 19, 26
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. Steven Herrmann, ET AL., Defendant(s).
Pursuant to an Order Confirming Referee’s Report and Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale duly entered on September 13, 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 6, 2025 at 9:30 a.m., premises known as 224 Old Country Road, 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 018.00, Block 02.00 and Lot 008.000. Approximate amount of judgment is $104,718.09 plus interest and costs. Premises will be sold subject to provisions of filed Judgment Index #619966/2023. Cash will not be accepted.
Donna England, Esq.,
Referee Knuckles & Manfro, LLP, 120 White Plains Road, Suite 215, Tarrytown, New York 10591, Attorneys for Plaintiff 24-711 12/5, 12, 19, 26
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.
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SUPREME COURT OF THE STATE OF NEW YORK COUNTY OF SUFFOLK NEW RESIDENTIAL MORTGAGE, LLC, -against-
GEORGES SANON A/K/A GEORGES A. SANON A/K/A GEORGES A. TAYLOR, ET AL.
NOTICE OF SALE
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN pursuant to a Final Judgment of Foreclosure entered in the Office of the Clerk of the County of Suffolk on June 4, 2020, wherein NEW RESIDENTIAL MORTGAGE, LLC is the Plaintiff and GEORGES SANON A/K/A GEORGES A. SANON A/K/A GEORGES A. TAYLOR, ET AL. are the Defendant(s). I, the undersigned Referee, will sell at public auction at the BABYLON TOWN HALL, 200 EAST SUNRISE HIGHWAY, NORTH LINDENHURST, NY 11757, on January 15, 2025 at 12:30PM, premises known as 259 WEST 24TH STREET, DEER PARK, NY 11729; and the following tax map identification: 0100-084.0002.00-014.000. 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.: 613388/2015. 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.
24-729. 12/12, 19, 26, 1/2
NOTICE OF SALE
SUPREME COURT COUNTY OF Suffolk, SSA NE Assets, LLC, Plaintiff, vs. 362 Deauville Blvd, LLC, ET AL., Defendant(s). Pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale duly entered on February 21, 2023, 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 1:30 p.m., premises known as 362 Deauville Boulevard, 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 178.00, Block 02.00 and Lot 092.001. Approximate amount of judgment is $742,976.61 plus interest and costs. Premises will be sold subject to provisions of filed Judgment Index #617732/2021.
Robert A. Macedonio, Esq., Referee
Vallely Law PLLC, 6851 Jericho Turnpike, Suite 165, Syosset, New York 11791, Attorneys for Plaintiff 24-725 - 12/12, 19, 26, 1/2
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 Fore-
closure 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 DAMMPESCATORE, 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: 0100144.00-03.00-003.000.
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 &
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VILLAGE OF BABYLON BABYLON, NEW YORK
Partners, PLLC, 900 Merchants Concourse, Suite 310, Westbury, New York 11590, Attorneys for Plaintiff. All foreclosure sales will be conducted in accordance with Covid-19 guidelines including, but not limited to, social distancing and mask wearing. *LOCATION OF SALE SUBJECT TO CHANGE DAY OF IN ACCORDANCE WITH COURT/CLERK DIRECTIVES.
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Notice is hereby given that a license, Application ID: NA-0340-24-146127 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 395 W Montauk Highway, Lindenhurst, NY 11757, County of Suffolk, for on premises consumption at Southside Fish & Clam Corp. 24-752. 12/19, 26
The Board of Trustees of the Village of Babylon meets regularly on the second and fourth Tuesday of each month with the exception of August and December when they only meet on the second Tuesday of the month. The regular meeting is held at 8:00 P.M. in the Board Room of Village Hall, 153 West Main Street, Babylon, New York. Work sessions are held prior to the regular meeting at 7:00 P.M. in the upstairs Conference Room. If necessary, work sessions may reconvene after the regular meeting if there is unfinished business from the 7:00 P.M. work session, provided it was stated at the work session.
MEETINGS FOR 2025 ARE AS FOLLOWS:
JANUARY 14 JANUARY 28
FEBRUARY 11 FEBRUARY 25
MARCH 11 MARCH 25
APRIL 8 APRIL 22
MAY 13 MAY 27
JUNE 10 JUNE 24
JULY 8 JULY 22
AUGUST 12
SEPTEMBER 9 SEPTEMBER 23
OCTOBER 14 OCTOBER 28
NOVEMBER 12* NOVEMBER 25
DECEMBER 9
*November 12th Work session and Regular meeting will be held on Wednesday in observance of Veterans’ Day. Work sessions are also held on the first and third Tuesday of each month at 6:00 P.M., in the upstairs Conference Room, subject to change. By Order of the Board of Trustees Jean Marie Parker, Village Clerk Dated: December 3, 2024 Babylon, New York 24-741. 12/19, 26
REFEREE'S NOTICE OF SALE IN FORECLOSURE SUPREME COURTCOUNTY OF SUFFOLK
THE BANK OF NEW YORK MELLON FKA THE BANK OF NEW YORK, AS TRUSTEE FOR CERTIFICATEHOLDERS OF CWABS INC., ASSETBACKED CERTIFICATES, SERIES 2007-5, Plaintiff - against - PATTY MASON
A/K/A PATTY BLACK
A/K/A PATTY J. BLACK
A/K/A PATTY J. MASON, et al Defendant(s).
Pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered on September 30, 2024. I, the undersigned Referee will sell at public auction at the Babylon Town Hall, 200 East Sunrise Highway, Lindenhurst, NY 11757 on the 9th day of January, 2025 at 2:00 PM. All that certain plot, piece or parcel of land, with the buildings and improvements thereon erected, situate, lying and being in the Town of Babylon, County of Suffolk, State of New York.
Premises known as 27 Landscape Drive, Wheatley Heights, NY 11798.
(District: 0100, Section: 014.00, Block: 03.00, Lot: 033.000)
Approximate amount of lien $1,000,862.95 plus interest and costs.
Premises will be sold subject to provisions of filed judgment and terms of sale. Index No. 622742/2019. Robert A. Macedonio, 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: October 30, 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
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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. 24-718 12/12, 19, 26, 1/2
NOTICE OF SALE SUPREME COURT SUFFOLK
COUNTY
HSBC BANK USA, N.A., Plaintiff against HECTOR ARISTY, et al
Defendant(s)
Attorney for Plaintiff(s) Fein Such & Crane, LLP, 28 East Main Street, Suite 1800, Rochester, NY 14614.
Pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered February 11, 2020, I will sell at public auction to the highest bidder at Babylon Townhall, 200 East Sunrise Highway, Lindenhurst, NY 11757 on January 13, 2025 at 10:30 AM. Premises known as 30 Park Circle North, Farmingdale, NY 11735. District 0100 Sec 047.00 Block 03.00 Lot 086.000.
All that certain plot, piece or parcel of land, with the buildings and improvements thereon erected, situate, lying and being at East Farmingdale, in the Town of Babylon, County of Suffolk, State of New York. Approximate Amount of Judgment is $403,296.21 plus interest, fees, and costs. Premises will be sold subject to provisions of filed Judgment Index No 603157/2018.
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
Joseph Fritz, Esq., Referee File # FSLNY006. 24-719 12/12, 19, 26, 1/2
NOTICE OF SALE
SUPREME COURT COUNTY OF SUFFOLK
Deutsche Bank National Trust Company as Trustee for the Holders of New Century Home Equity Loan Trust, Series 2005-A, Asset Backed Pass-Through Certificates, Plaintiff AGAINST Mark Guerreri; Denise Guerreri; et al., Defendant(s)
Pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale duly entered February 25, 2020, and Amended November 27, 2023, and Amended October 2, 2024, I, the undersigned Referee, will sell at public auction at the Baby-
lon Town Hall, 200 East Sunrise Highway, Lindenhurst, NY 11757 on January 16, 2025 at 3:00PM, premises known as 41 Lenox Street, Lindenhurst, NY 11757. All that certain plot piece or parcel of land, with the buildings and improvements erected, situate, lying and being in Lindenhurst, Town of Babylon, County of Suffolk, State of NY, District 0103 Section 002.00 Block 03.00 Lot 086.002. Approximate amount of judgment $374,847.57 plus interest and costs. Premises will be sold subject to provisions of filed Judgment Index# 610008/2017. The auction will be conducted pursuant to the COVID-19 Policies Concerning Public Auctions of Foreclosed Property established by the 10th Judicial District.
Scott Lockwood, 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 26, 2024 For sale information, please visit www.Auction. com or call (800) 280-2832 24-720. 12/12, 19, 26, 1/2
NOTICE OF SALE
SUPREME COURT COUNTY OF SUFFOLK
U.S. Bank National Association, as Trustee, successor in interest to Bank of America National Association, as Trustee, successor by merger to LaSalle Bank National Association, as Trustee for Residential Asset Mortgage Products, Inc., Mortgage Asset-Back Pass- Through Certificates, Series 2007- SP3, Plaintiff AGAINST
Frederic R. Krisko, Individually and as Administrator of the Estate of Thomas J. Krisko a/k/a Thomas Krisko; et al., Defendant(s)
Pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale duly entered October 15, 2024, I, the undersigned Referee, will sell at public auction at the Front steps of Brookhaven Town Hall, 1 Independence Hill, Farmingville, NY 11738 on January 14, 2025 at 10:00AM, premises known as 7 Seacliff Road, Sound Beach, NY 11789. All that certain plot piece or parcel
of land, with the buildings and improvements erected, situate, lying and being in the Hamlet of South Beach, Town of Brookhaven, County of Suffolk, State of NY, District 0200 Section 030.00 Block 06.00 Lot 027.002. Approximate amount of judgment $626,131.94 plus interest and costs. Premises will be sold subject to provisions of filed Judgment Index# 610929/2017. The auction will be conducted pursuant to the COVID-19 Policies Concerning Public Auctions of Foreclosed Property established by the 10th Judicial District.
Lisa Borsella, 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 6, 2024
For sale information, please visit www.Auction. com or call (800) 280-2832 24-721 12/12, 19, 26, 1/2
SUPREME COURTCOUNTY OF SUFFOLKBABYLON. CITIMORTGAGE, INC., SUCCESSOR BY MERGER TO ABN AMRO MORTGAGE GROUP, INC., Plaintiff -against- BLANCA CABRERA INDIVIDUALLY AND AS HEIR AT LAW OF BLANCE TORRES, LUCIA CABRERA INDIVIDUALLY AND AS HEIR AT LAW OF BLANCA TORRES, et al Defendant(s). Pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale dated February 27, 2024 and entered on March 5, 2024, I, the undersigned Referee will sell at public auction at the Babylon Town Hall, 200 East Sunrise Highway, Lindenhurst, NY on January 16, 2025 at 2:00 p.m. premises situate, lying and being in the Village of Lindenhurst, Town of Babylon, County of Suffolk and State of New York, bounded and described as follows: BEGINNING at a point on the westerly side of South 16th Street, distant 192.95 feet northerly from the corner formed by the intersection of the northerly side of Reade Avenue and the westerly side of South 16th Street; being a plot 90 feet by 64.32 feet by 90 feet by 64.32 feet.
Section: 013.00 Block:
04.00 Lot: 018.000
All bidders must wear a face mask/shield at all times and social distancing must be observed by all bidders at all times. Bidders who do not comply with the face mask and/or the social distancing mandate will be removed from the auction. Said premises known as 375 SOUTH 16TH STREET, LINDENHURST, NY 11757
Approximate amount of lien $657,156.00 plus interest & costs.
Premises will be sold subject to provisions of filed Judgment and Terms of Sale. If the sale is set aside for any reason, the Purchaser at the sale shall be entitled only to a return of the deposit paid. The Purchaser shall have no further recourse against the Mortgagor, the Mortgagee or the Mortgagee’s attorney.
Index Number 033424/2013.
SCOTT SILLER, ESQ., Referee
David A. Gallo & Associates LLP
Attorney(s) for Plaintiff 47 Hillside Avenue, 2nd Floor, Manhasset, NY 11030
File# 7682.86
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NOTICE OF SALE SUPREME COURT COUNTY OF SUFFOLK JPMorgan Chase Bank, National Association, Plaintiff AGAINST Robert Doht a/k/a Robert C. Doht; Patricia Doht a/k/a Patricia A. Doht; et al., Defendant(s) Pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale duly entered July 24, 2024, I, the undersigned Referee will sell at public auction at the Babylon Town Hall, 200 East Sunrise Highway, Lindenhurst, NY 11757 on January 9, 2025 at 10:00AM, premises known as 28 Swartout Place, Amityville, NY 11701. All that certain plot piece or parcel of land, with the buildings and improvements erected, situate, lying and being in the Village of Amityville, Town of Babylon, County of Suffolk and State of New York, District: 0101 Section: 011.00 Block: 13.00 Lot: 037.000 & District: 0101 Section: 013.00 Block: 05.00 Lot: 001.001. Approximate amount of judgment $197,762.68 plus interest and costs. Premises will be sold subject to provisions of filed Judgment Index
#205149/2022. The aforementioned auction will be conducted in accordance with the SUFFOLK County COVID-19 Protocols located on the Office of Court Administration (OCA) website (https://ww2.nycourts.gov/ Admin/oca.shtml) and as such all persons must comply with social distancing, wearing masks and screening practices in effect at the time of this foreclosure sale. Danielle Coysh, Esq., Referee McCalla Raymer Leibert Pierce, LLC 420 Lexington AvenueSuite 840 New York, NY 10170 22-12140NY 83363 24-723 12/12, 19, 26, 1/2
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
SUPREME COURT OF THE STATE OF NEW YORK
COUNTY OF SUFFOLK THE BANK OF NEW YORK MELLON TRUST COMPANY, NATIONAL ASSOCIATION FKA THE BANK OF NEW YORK TRUST COMPANY, N.A. AS SUCCESSOR TO JPMORGAN CHASE BANK, N.A., AS TRUSTEE FOR RESIDENTIAL ASSET MORTGAGE PRODUCTS, INC., MORTGAGE ASSET-BACKED PASSTHROUGH CERTIFICATES SERIES 2006-RP2, -againstWINSTON ROSE, JR, ET AL.
NOTICE OF SALE NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN pursuant to a Final Judgment of Foreclosure entered in the Office of the Clerk of the County of Suffolk on November 28, 2022, wherein THE BANK OF NEW YORK MELLON TRUST COMPANY, NATIONAL ASSOCIATION FKA THE BANK OF NEW YORK TRUST COMPANY, N.A. AS SUCCESSOR TO JPMORGAN CHASE BANK, N.A., AS TRUSTEE FOR RESIDENTIAL ASSET MORTGAGE PRODUCTS, INC., MORTGAGE ASSET-BACKED PASSTHROUGH CERTIFICATES SERIES 2006-RP2 is the Plaintiff and WINSTON ROSE, JR, ET AL. are the Defendant(s). I, the undersigned Referee, will sell at public auction at the BABYLON TOWN HALL, 200 EAST SUNRISE HIGHWAY, NORTH LINDENHURST, NY 11757, on January 14, 2025 at 3:00PM, premises known as 65 CROWN STREET, DEER PARK, NY 11729; and the following tax map identification: 0100-090.0001.00-086.000.
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.: 604462/2018. Scott Lockwood, Esq. - Referee. Robertson, Anschutz, Schneid,
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Crane & Partners, PLLC, 900 Merchants Concourse, Suite 310, Westbury, New York 11590, Attorneys for Plaintiff. All foreclosure sales will be conducted in accordance with Covid-19 guidelines including, but not limited to, social distancing and mask wearing. *LOCATION OF SALE SUBJECT TO CHANGE DAY OF IN ACCORDANCE WITH COURT/CLERK DIRECTIVES.
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SUPREME COURT OF THE STATE OF NEW YORK COUNTY OF SUFFOLK
NATIONSTAR MORTGAGE LLC, -againstSAJID HUSSAIN, 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 26, 2024, wherein NATIONSTAR MORTGAGE LLC is the Plaintiff and SAJID HUSSAIN, 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 9, 2025 at 1:30PM, premises known as 135 BERGEN CT, COPIAGUE, NY 11726; and the following tax map identification: 0100-194.00-03.00-030.000.
ALL THAT CERTAIN PLOT, PIECE OR PARCEL OF LAND, WITH THE BUILDINGS AND IMPROVEMENTS THEREON ERECTED, SITUATE, LYING AND BEING AT COPIAGUE, 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.: 604605/2016. Robert A. Macedonio, Esq. - Referee. Robertson, Anschutz, Schneid, Crane & Partners, PLLC, 900 Merchants Concourse, Suite 310, Westbury, New York 11590, Attorneys for Plaintiff. All foreclosure sales will be conducted in accordance with Covid-19 guidelines including, but not limited to, social distancing and mask wearing. *LOCA-
TION OF SALE SUBJECT TO CHANGE DAY OF IN ACCORDANCE WITH COURT/CLERK DIRECTIVES.
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SUPREME COURT OF THE STATE OF NEW YORK COUNTY OF SUFFOLK PHH MORTGAGE CORPORATION, -againstTARA RAO, 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 26, 2024, wherein PHH MORTGAGE CORPORATION is the Plaintiff and TARA RAO, 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 10, 2025 at 3:00PM, premises known as 390 37TH STREET, LINDENHURST, NY 11757; and the following tax map identification: 0103-001.0004.00-091.000.
ALL THAT CERTAIN PLOT 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.: 020881/2012. Andrea DeNicola, Esq. - Referee. Robertson, Anschutz, Schneid, Crane & Partners, PLLC, 900 Merchants Concourse, Suite 310, Westbury, New York 11590, Attorneys for Plaintiff. All foreclosure sales will be conducted in accordance with Covid-19 guidelines including, but not limited to, social distancing and mask wearing. *LOCATION OF SALE SUBJECT TO CHANGE DAY OF IN ACCORDANCE WITH COURT/CLERK DIRECTIVES.
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NOTICE OF SALE SUPREME COURT COUNTY OF SUFFOLK
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 Foreclo -
sure 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
Notice is hereby given that a license, Application ID: NA-0240-24-145877 for beer, wine, and cider has been applied for by the undersigned to sell beer, wine, and cider at retail in a Restaurant under the Alcoholic Beverage Control Law at 2501 Middle Country Road, Centereach, NY 11720, County of Suffolk, for on premises consumption at EL RETUMBO REST CORP. 24-739 12/19, 26
Notice is hereby given that a license, Application ID: NA-0340-24-146667 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 691 Route 25A, Store 9, Miller Place, NY 11764, County of Suffolk, for on premises consumption at Fusili Corp. 24-755. 12/26, 1/2
PLEASE TAKE NOTICE that at the regular meeting of the Board of Trustees of the Village of Babylon held on December 10, 2024, the following resolution was adopted: RESOLVED that the Village of Babylon will hold an Election on Tuesday, March
18, 2025, for one Trustee for two years to fill an unexpired term and two Trustees and a Village Justice, each for a term of four years. BY ORDER OF THE BOARD OF TRUSTEES
JEAN MARIE PARKER
VILLAGE CLERK
TENGA EN CUENTA que en la reunión ordinaria del Patronato de la Villa de Babilonia celebrada el 10 de diciembre de 2024, se adoptó la siguiente resolución: SE RESUELVE que la Villa de Babylon celebrará una Elección el martes 18 de marzo de 2025 para elegir un Fideicomisario por dos años para cubrir un mandato no vencido y dos Fideicomisarios y un Juez de la Aldea, cada uno por un mandato de cuatro años.
POR ORDEN DEL PATRONATO
JEAN MARIE PARKER
SECRETARIO DEL PUEBLO
Dated: December 11, 2024 Babylon, NY 11702 24-757 12/26
Notice is hereby given that a license, Application ID: NA-0340-24-146670 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 143 4th Ave, Bay Shore, NY 11706, County of Suffolk, for on premises consumption at Roto LLC. 24-756. 12/26, 1/2
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
NOTICE OF SALE
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
Public Notices —
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
SUPREME COURT
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
Wyandanch’s Martin L. King Jr. Elementary receives school supplies donation
Martin L. King, Jr. Elementary School in the Wyandanch Union Free School District recently received a generous donation of school supplies from three high school students in the Half Hallow Hills School District.
Seniors Jai Dony, Evan Matthew and Kanv Sondhi raised funds through a GoFundMe campaign and donations from their local community to purchase the supplies.
“We just wanted to help and brighten someone’s day,”
said Kanv Sondhi.
As the three high schoolers arrived at the school, the student government club welcomed them and helped to unload the boxes of supplies.
“We are so grateful and proud of these young individuals for their generosity,” said Interim Principal Kimberly Behling.
The school supplies will be distributed to the students and used throughout the school year.
Kittens, Carols and Choirs: A Feline’s Christmas Miracle
Pets, Pets, Pets...
Last week’s Pets column shared the heartwarming story of a kitten who found the perfect moment and place to fall 12 feet into a window well outside the Cathedral of the Incarnation in Garden City during choir practice. Her soprano cries for help rang out over the sounds of Christmas carols and the organ.
Choir members responded quickly, lowering a 20foot ladder to rescue the frightened feline.
Temporarily named “Carol,” the kitten was friendly and grateful, settling in the office of Canon Musician Larry while efforts began to find her owner or adopter. Last Hope Animal Rescue, which partners with the Cathedral’s pet ministry, offered to spay and vet Carol, and to find her a permanent place if needed.
Carol’s holiday luck continued serendipitously when several congregants expressed interest in adopting her. She was not microchipped. In a festive twist, the kitten found her new home with Joslyn, Larry’s choir assistant, elementary music teacher, and the Cathedral’s lead vocalist.
Before Christmas, Carol will be spayed by Last Hope. By the new year, she’ll likely be receiving vocal coaching from Joslyn—who may soon have a new duet partner. Happy holidays!
Cathedral
BVAC presents: Poetry in the Village, Jan. 2
Babylon Village Arts Council presents Poetry in the Village on Thurs., Jan. 2 from 7 to 9 p.m. at Jack Jack’s Coffee House, 223 Deer Park Avenue, Babylon.
Featured writer Mark C. Nuccio will be followed by an open mic session. Admission is free. Open mic sign-up begins at 6:45 p.m. The event is curated and hosted by Deborah Hauser, the Poet Laureate of Suffolk County.
Funding is provided by Poets & Writers, Inc.
Nuccio is the author of «Just This Side Of Heaven: Long Island’s Waterworld and Challenges in Essays, Poems, and Art.” The book explores changes in the ecology of the wetlands, pine barrens, farmlands, coastal bays, and ocean from 1950 to present, and what we should do to preserve Long Island’s unique natural assets. While focused on Long Island, its themes resonate on a national and global scale.
Nuccio is a lifelong artist, poet, and writer on nautical and environmental themes. He has published over 300 articles and five poetry chapbooks. His artwork is in many collections, including the Walt Whitman Archive at the Library of Congress and Jefferson Rotunda.
For more information about Poetry in the Village and other Babylon Village Arts Council events visit https:// www.babylonvillagearts.org/.
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Public Notices
LEGAL NOTICE TO THE TAXPAYERS OF THE WEST BABYLON FIRE DISTRICT:
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN, that a resolution was duly adopted by the Board of Fire Commissioners of the WEST BABYLON FIRE DISTRICT, Town of Babylon, County of Suffolk, State of New York, on the 16th day of December, 2024, subject to a permissive referendum as provided for by Section 6(g) of the General Municipal Law.
An extract of the resolution is as follows:
The WEST BABYLON FIRE DISTRICT maintains a Capital Reserve Fund designated as the Capital Reserve Fund for Apparatus and Equipment under Section 6(g) of the General Municipal Law in which account there is sufficient funds to accomplish the purpose hereinafter set forth; namely, the purchase of a first responder vehicle and associated equipment, and it is proposed to contract for such purchase in order to maintain the high standards of performance of the WEST BABYLON FIRE DEPARTMENT in the discharge of its duties
in preserving the lives and property of the residents of the community, and said purchase is deemed in the best interests of the residents of the WEST BABYLON FIRE DISTRICT. The resolution further provides that there be transferred from the present Section 6(g) Capital Reserve Fund For Apparatus and Equipment of the WEST BABYLON FIRE DISTRICT a sum not to exceed One Hundred Thousand ($100,000.00) Dollars for the purchase of said vehicle, and the District Treasurer is authorized to affect such transfer from time to time to effect such purchase. This resolution shall not take effect until thirty (30) days unless in the meanwhile a mandatory referendum as provided for in Section 6(g) of the General Municipal Law is required to be held.
DATED: December 16, 2024
BOARD OF FIRE COMMISSIONERS
WEST BABYLON FIRE DISTRICT
TOWN OF BABYLON
ATTEST: Ellen McArdle Secretary 24-768. 12/26
JOANNE ANDERSON
Kitten with her new Mom-Joslyn, main choir vocalist and elementary music teacher.
Half Hallow Hills seniors Kanv Sondhi, Evan Matthew and Jai Dony donated school supplies to Wyandanch Union Free School District’s Martin Luther King, Jr. Elementary School. Back row, from left: Kanv Sondhi, Evan Matthew, Martin L. King, Jr. Elementary Interim Principal Kimberly Behling and Jai Dony.
EMPLOYMENT
Help Wanted
Amityville UFSD Food Service Workers
PT/FT
Responsibilities- Food preparation & service, sanitation awareness, other duties as assigned by the District.
Qualifications- Knowledge and experience with cooking, inventory, cashiering, recordkeeping, customer service, computer skills **Suffolk County Food Manager's Certificate preferred. Salary range starting at $20,980. Email resume to: humanresources@amityvilleufsd.org or apply online at www.olasjobs.org/longisland
Amityville UFSD
Substitute/Permanent Substitute Teachers
Elementary & Secondary Level
Qualifications: NYS Certification
Salary: $150 per day
Application: Interested candidates please apply online at www.olasjobs.org/longisland
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CIRCULATION ASSOCIATE
Full Time/Part Time Richner Communications, publisher of Herald community newspapers has an excellent opportunity for a FT/PT Customer Service Clerk in our busy Circulation Department. Basic customer service and administrative responsibilities include: heavy computer work, answering phones, making phone calls, entering orders, faxing, filing, etc. STRONG knowledge of EXCEL a must! Knowledge of DATABASE maintenance or postal regulations a big plus. Qualified Candidates must be computer literate, able to multitask, dependable, reliable, organized, energetic, detail oriented and able to work well under deadlines. Salary Range is $16 per hour to $23 per hour. For consideration, please send resume & salary requirements to: careers@liherald.com
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Part Time & Full Time. The award-winning Herald Community Newspapers group, covering Nassau County's North and South Shores with hard-hitting news stories and gracefully written features, seeks a motivated, energetic and creative editor/reporter to join our dynamic (and awesome) team! This education and general assignment reporting position offers a unique experience to learn from some of the best in the business. Historically, reporters who have launched their careers with us have gone on to The New York Times, Newsweek, Newsday, the New York Daily News, New York Post, CNN, BBC, NBC News and The Daily Mail, among many others. We look for excellent writers who are eager to learn, enhance their skills, and become well-established and respected journalists in our industry. Salary range is from $20K to $45K To apply: Send a brief summary in the form of a cover letter describing your career goals and what strengths you can bring to our newsroom, along with a resume and three writing samples to jbessen@liherald.com
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Herald Community Newspapers is seeking a motivated and knowledgeable
Email Marketing Expert to join our team. If you have a passion for crafting effective email campaigns and a knack for data-driven decision-making, this role is for you!
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Set up and manage email campaigns from start to finish. Analyze data to identify target audiences and optimize email strategies. Craft compelling email content, including writing effective subject lines. Monitor and report on campaign performance.
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Degree in Marketing, Business, or related field. Strong understanding of data analysis and marketing principles. Experience with email marketing is preferred but not required.
POSITION DETAILS: Flexible: Part-time or Full-time.
Salary range: $16,640 to $70,000, depending on experience and role.
Join our dynamic team and help us connect with our audience in meaningful ways! Apply today by sending your resume and a brief cover letter to lberger@liherald.com
MAILROOM/ WAREHOUSE HELP
Long Island Herald has IMMEDIATE openings for a FULL-TIME & PART-TIME mailroom/warehouse helper in Garden City. We are a busy print shop looking for motivated and reliable individuals to assist in various duties in the shop. Forklift experience is a plus and heavy lifting is required. Hours vary, so flexibility is key. Salary Ranges fromo $16 per hour to $20 per hour.
Email resumes or contact info to careers@liherald.com
MULTI MEDIA ACCOUNT DEVELOPMENT Inside Sales
Looking for an aggressive self starter who is great at making and maintaining relationships and loves to help businesses grow by marketing them on many different advertising platforms. You will source new sales opportunities through inbound lead follow-up and outbound cold calls. Must have the ability to understand customer needs and requirements and turn them in to positive advertising solutions. We are looking for a talented and competitive Inside Sales Representative that thrives in
Year-round Beachside Living!
Welcome to an extraordinary residence offering the perfect balance of historic charm and modern luxury. Originally built in 1929 and completely renovated in 2024, this
We’re replacing the front steps
Q. Our front steps are falling apart, and it’s going to cost a lot of money to get concrete foundation, new brick, etc. We were given an alternative to build wooden steps, and I was wondering, since I don’t see any wooden steps in my neighborhood, is it legal to have wood front steps and, if we can, what are the do’s and don’ts so we get this right?
A. Front steps are part of what I refer to as the presentation to passersby of your home’s appearance, so if that is a concern to you, the steps should be a reflection of the rest of the architecture, compatible and presentable. There is no code limitation on the material being nonflammable, so you can use wood.
I’m not a big fan of front steps made of wood, unless the rest of the house is of the same material. Even though I know there are many reasons to build out of wood, such as more lightweight construction, utilizing smaller foundation piers instead of larger concrete spread footings, and because the construction costs less, consider appearance and durability. Wood is more difficult and costly to maintain.
If you plan to use synthetic decking, a durable composite material, and polyvinyl or composite railings, again, consider cost and durability. The understructure, made of treated lumber, will never last as long as concrete, and the finish materials don’t take the abuse of moving washing machines, refrigerators and other large appliances in by way of your front door. The front door, by code, is required to be a minimum of three feet wide and is often the only door that is wide enough to get the large and heavy boxes into the house.
I speak from experience when I say that delivery people aren’t always as careful as you’d want them to be, and the nosing on my concrete paver block is now chipped and in need of replacement because of the new refrigerator we received. I watched them bang the box onto the step as the container was lifted, and even though I gritted my teeth, there was nothing to be done. Imagine what your beautiful wood or composite wood will look like the first time someone makes that heavy front-door package delivery.
Also, clearing snow and ice from the steps is going to pose problems if you use the edge of a shovel to scrape or chip the ice and snow.
I know that people say that nobody uses their front door, and that’s a terrific choice, but not practical, since I can’t imagine that all the uninvited people, like the postal worker, the delivery person, random solicitors and occasional guests, will enter through the side or garage door. And keep in mind that if you use wood, the fasteners should be hidden, and not top-face-nailed or screwed. With over 200 types of fasteners for this specific purpose, don’t let anybody tell you this can’t be done. Good luck!
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‘After-school’
activities benefit those of all ages
as the new school year begins on Long Island, students are returning not only to classrooms, but also to a vibrant world of extracurricular activities.
While we often associate clubs, sports teams and after-school programs with youth development, it’s crucial to recognize that the benefits of such involvement extend far beyond childhood and adolescence. In fact, adults in Nassau County and beyond have just as much to gain by getting involved in activities outside their daily routines.
For students, the advantages of participation in extracurriculars are well documented. A study published in the Journal of Youth Development found that students involved in such activities were 15 percent more likely to attend college, and had a graduation rate 12 percent higher than their uninvolved peers. Moreover, these students reported higher levels of self-esteem and lower rates of depression and anxiety.
Local success stories abound. Look no further than all of the Regeneron Science Talent Search finalists whose journeys begin in our local schools’ robotics and science research clubs. Or the many All-American student-athletes who lead
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Fossil fuels, offshore wind and the need for climate action
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our high school teams to victory.
But the benefits of extracurricular involvement aren’t limited to the young.
Adults who take part in community organizations, hobby groups or sports leagues often report improved mental health, expanded social networks, and a greater sense of purpose. According to study in the Journal of Happiness Studies, adults who regularly engaged in group activities reported a 25 percent increase in life satisfaction compared with those who did not.
Nassau County offers a wealth of opportunities for adult involvement. Whether it’s signing up for a book club at the local library, joining a pickleball league in your neighborhood Nassau County park, or volunteering at the North Shore Animal League, there’s an avocation for everyone.
For those who are serious about physical activity, organizations like the Long Island Road Runners Club promote fitness and camaraderie among members of all ages and skill levels. Meanwhile, volunteering with groups such as Island Harvest offers a chance to give back to the community while forging meaningful connections.
The value of these activities extends
Re “To beat the heat on Long Island, we must fight fossil fuels,” by Lauren Krueger, and “Offshore wind is the answer for Long Island,” by Melissa Parrott: These two opinion pieces accurately pinpoint the negative role played by fossil fuel companies in combating climate change, and stress the need to rapidly move toward 100 percent renewable energy.
As Krueger shows, the fossil fuel companies have lied to the public for years about the science and dangers of climate change — caused principally by their own products — and continue to spread misinformation and fear about critical renewable energy projects, such as offshore wind. And Parrott makes the point that offshore wind, an inexhaustible, renewable, affordable energy resource available off our South Shore, will go a long way toward meeting our energy needs, safely and in an environmentally friendly manner. Offshore wind is key to our energy future, and to saving our planet.
Unfortunately, there is currently insufficient action to halt the climate chaos we are now experiencing. We are running out of time. The bottom line is this: As the Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change has stated, to halt the rapid global heating we are now experiencing will require deep changes in the basic social, economic and political institutions we currently have.
One obvious and necessary change is to limit the
beyond personal fulfillment. A report by the Corporation for National and Community Service, also known as AmericCorps, found that volunteers have a 27 percent higher likelihood of finding employment after being out of work compared with non-volunteers. This statistic underscores the networking and skill-building aspects of extracurricular involvement.
In today’s fast-paced world, it’s easy to become consumed by work and daily responsibilities. However, engaging in extracurricular activities provides a crucial balance, offering opportunities for personal growth, stress relief, and community connection. As we watch our children discover new passions and develop important life skills through their afterschool pursuits, let’s take inspiration from their enthusiasm and curiosity. This fall, as Long Island’s students dive into a new year of learning both in and out of the classroom, let’s make it a community-wide initiative to explore the rich tapestry of extracurricular activities available to those of all ages. By doing so, we not only enrich our own lives, but also contribute to the vibrancy and interconnectedness of our communities.
JIM BROWN
“Momalas for Kamala, a thread to unite us,” by Randi Kreiss (Aug. 8-14):
writing, Vice President Kamala Harris still has not met with
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Behind the mask: the flaws in Nassau’s new law
magine a law introduced to fight hate and bigotry — yet it is so flawed that it inadvertently shields those very perpetrators from justice.
setH I. kosLow
That’s precisely what happened on Aug. 5, when the Nassau County Legislature’s Republican majority pushed through its so-called Mask Transparency Act — a law that, despite its intentions, opens the door to unintended consequences. At first glance, the measure appears to be a strong stance against antisemitism, aimed at unmasking those who would hide behind disguises to commit hateful acts. As a Jewish parent, I understand the appeal of such a measure. But as a former prosecutor, I can’t ignore the fact that this law is not only unconstitutional, but also dangerously impractical.
In this instance, the devil is in the details — or rather, in the lack of them. The legislation is rife with ambiguities that could turn ordinary citizens into targets of unjust prosecution, while allowing actual criminals to walk free.
The members of the Democratic minority recognized these flaws early on, and proposed a more narrowly tailored bill focused specifically on punishing those who use masks to evade responsibility for criminal acts. The Democratic bill was not only clearer, but would have provided a more effective deterrent against those who commit crimes under the guise of anonymity. My colleagues and I also sought to work with the Republicans on a bipartisan solution that could have been both effective and constitutionally sound. Unfortunately, Republicans rebuffed these efforts, pushing through their version of the law without considering the potential consequences. Let me paint you a picture of how this could play out in real life. Imagine a man named Joe Schmoe who harbors deep-seated antisemitic views. He attends an anti-Israel protest outside Nassau Veterans Memorial Coliseum, where he adds his voice to hateful and aggressive chants. The police maintain order throughout the event, but as it winds down, officers notice Schmoe throwing an empty beer bottle into the street. No one is injured, and no property is damaged, but Schmoe is wearing a
mask.
The officers, following the new law, ask Schmoe to remove his mask. He refuses. Asked why he’s wearing it, he remains silent. Left with little choice, the police arrest him — not for throwing the bottle, but for violating the Mask Transparency Act.
How do we prevent a guy with true hate in his heart from being acquitted?
Here’s where things get tricky. Schmoe is processed and eventually ends up in court, where he is provided a public defender, because he can’t afford his own attorney. His case lingers in the justice system for nearly two years due to backlogs. When the case finally goes to trial, the prosecution — funded by taxpayers — is tasked with proving that Schmoe wore the mask with criminal intent.
But his defense is simple: He claims he wore the mask because he wasn’t feeling well, and feared contracting Covid-19. How can the prosecution definitively disprove this claim? The jury, bound to follow the law as written, might very well have no choice but to acquit him. And just like that, the Mask Transparency Act becomes the perfect tool for committing what I call the “perfect crime.”
This is more than a hypothetical sce-
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press. The Democratic National Convention last week continued the goodfeeling tour — and the evasion. The sanitizing of her positions on the issues, in contrast to her previous stances, and the avoidance of her failure as the “border czar” will have additional shelf life.
Her reputation as an abuser of her staff and the high turnover rate among them, as well as her unwillingness to do the work required as V.P., isn’t the thread the mainstream media is willing to look at. I can only hope the upcoming debate will focus on the issues and her record. It isn’t courage that Donald Trump needs to debate her, but rather the self-discipline to stay away from personal attacks that can only undermine him and cause an unnecessary distraction.
ToNy GIAMeTTA Oceanside
Thanks, Peter King, for reflections on Pete Rose
To the editor:
I read with deep interest Peter King’s column “Rethinking the embarrassing saga of Pete Rose (Aug. 15-21). I took particular interest in King’s shar-
ing of his views and questions with his son and grandson.
It seems to me that the complete truth of Rose’s behavior requires both an investigative exercise and collaborative testimony from others to support his claims. essentially, nothing he says should be believed unless the facts beyond his statements can be gleaned, and others can offer evidence in support of his behavior. Because his own previous testimony is both incomplete and untruthful, any decisions on whether to include him in the Hall of Fame must serve the public first and his request last.
The years, and now decades, of Rose’s lying about betting on baseball — and on the Reds in particular — bring up the need to ask other Hall of Fame members their thoughts on his potential induction, too. In particular, Johnny Bench, a colleague of Rose’s on the Reds, says no. Why? Because as Bench states, what rules or pledges of honestly about gambling should our children learn from Rose?
So far, his decades-long behavior suggests there are no pledges from him that we should believe are examples of his character or integrity. When it comes to teaching children, as Bench states, the entire acceptance test is based on character and truthfulness.
Not accepting Rose into the Hall of
nario; it’s a real possibility under this poorly crafted law. The resources spent on prosecuting someone like Schmoe, who walks away unscathed in the end, could have been better used to target those who seek to harm others.
The sad irony here is that the Mask Transparency Act was meant to protect communities from hate and violence, but instead it creates legal loopholes that make it harder to hold the guilty accountable. The law’s vague language and broad scope mean that it can be easily manipulated, turning a well-meaning but seriously flawed piece of legislation into a shield for those it was meant to expose.
Nassau County needs to pass laws that are both constitutionally sound and effective in practice, and the Mask Transparency Act fails on both counts. Instead of deterring hate, it risks emboldening those who seek to evade justice by exploiting the very law designed to stop them. We deserve better — and we deserve laws that are precise, enforceable and, above all, just.
The fight against hate is too important to be left to legislation that does more harm than good. It’s time for our leaders to go back to the drawing board and craft solutions that truly protect our communities.
Seth I. Koslow represents Nassau County’s 5th Legislative District.
Framework by Nicholas Fowler
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Among our regular contributors are former U.S. Rep. Peter King, former State Assemblyman Jerry Kremer and the Nassau Herald’s former executive editor, Randi Kreiss.
We also feature columns by a wide variety of elected leaders, local, county, state and federal, on a rotating basis. And we regularly invite guest columnists who are not involved in politics — including members of our editorial staff — to offer their views.
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The op-ed, or opposite the editorial, page features a weekly Framework photo, which is chosen by our photo editor, Tim Baker. The Framework offers a creative, at times humorous outlet for our photography staff. In this spot, we also publish photos sent to us by readers featuring them on vacation, reading the Herald at various international landmarks. We call it Herald Around the World. At times, a correction might appear on the op-ed page. We strive each week for the highest standards of accuracy and accountability. When we make mistakes in our reporting, we believe we must own up to them and correct the record.
Fame teaches our children that dishonesty can never be rewarded. o ur society must stand for something, and recognize integrity and character. Pete Rose is an undesirable candidate
for the Hall of Fame. Despite his performance as a player, he is unqualified.
Joe ABATe Island Park
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