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Posted on: January 27, 2022

Babylon Animal Shelter Receives Hundreds of Generous Donations in Memory of Betty White

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Town of Babylon Supervisor Rich Schaffer and Councilmen Terence McSweeney and DuWayne Gregory recently gathered with Animal Shelter Director Chris Elton and the Town’s companion dog Trigger to celebrate the amazing outcome of the Betty White challenge.&am...

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Posted on: February 16, 2022

Babylon Gives Back Through Direct Support Program

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A year ago last week the American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) was passed and signed into law. As a part of the American Rescue Plan, funding was delivered to state and local governments across the country to support them in COVID-19 recovery.

At the direction o...

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News Flash

Posted on: July 5, 2023

Town and Encon Industries Unveil New Garbage Truck Fleet

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COPIAGUE, NY – The Town of Babylon and Encon Industries recently unveiled 34 state-of-the-art garbage trucks that will serve the Town and provide tremendous environmental and safety benefits. This new fleet was built by Encon Industries specifica...

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Environmental Control
Posted on: June 21, 2023

Suffolk County Water Authority Launches New Water Conservation Policies

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The Suffolk County Water Authority launched a new conservation web portal to provide its customers with important information on ways they can save water. The web page congregates information on the SCWA website and provides additional resources ...
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Environmental Control
Posted on: April 13, 2023

Earth Day 2023

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Supervisor Schaffer and the Town Board of the Town of Babylon are pleased to announce Town of Babylon Earth Day 2023 on Saturday May 6, 2023 from 9:00 AM to 3:00 PM at Geiger Lake Park, Deer Park, NY. We are very excited about the new venue at Geiger/Carl...

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Posted on: September 20, 2022

Fall 2022 S.T.O.P. Collection Day

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The Town of Babylon Department of Environmental Control will hold its annual S.T.O.P. (Stop Throwing Out Pollutants) Day on Saturday, October 8, 2022 from 8:00 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. at the Residential Recycling Center, 57 Field Street, West Babylon. ...

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Posted on: June 20, 2022

Department of Environmental Control Works to Install Eelgrass Signage along the Great South Bay

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The Town of Babylon Department of Environmental Control recently collaborated with the South Shore Estuary Reserve (SSER) office to create educational signage that raises ecological awareness to the importance of eelgrass in the Great South Bay. ...

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Environmental Control
Posted on: December 14, 2021

2022 Recycling Calendar Now Available

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The 2022 Town of Babylon Recycling Calendar is now available online. Take a look at the important information inside before the printed copy is delivered to your home by the end of December. 

Have any other questions about how to properly dispose ...

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News Flash

Posted on: December 6, 2022

Holiday Model Train Exhibit at Old Town Hall

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For the first time in two years, the Town of Babylon History Museum is proud to present the annual Holiday Model Train Exhibit at Old Town Hall, 47 W. Main Street in Babylon Village. Each December, the History Museum, and the Babylon Town Historical Socie...

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Historic Services
Posted on: February 10, 2022

Town Unveils Heritage Markers for the Montaukett Native American Families of North Amityville

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Supervisor Rich Schaffer, Town Historian Mary Cascone and Suffolk County Legislator Jason Richberg recently helped to unveil new Heritage Designation markers placed on the corners of the North Amityville streets of Brewster Lane, Devine Place, Hunter Cour...

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News Flash

Posted on: December 5, 2023

Snow Plowers Wanted for 2023-2024 Winter Season

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The Town of Babylon is currently seeking snow plows for the upcoming 2023-2024 season. 

Rates start at $100.00 an hour depending on the size and weight of your vehicle. 

If you are interested in working for the Town of Babylon and have you...

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Posted on: December 4, 2023

Human Services Angel Tree Program

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Councilman DuWayne Gregory invites you to adopt an Angel this holiday season! We currently have 15 children in the Town of Babylon that need your holiday kindness and generosity. If you would like to provide for an Angel, please contact Human Services 631...

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Posted on: December 4, 2023

Pay it Forward with Jackie Stocking Drive

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Councilman Terence McSweeney is proud to partner with this is a non-profit organization, which was created at the request of little Jackie from Lindenhurst who was diagnosed with AML (Acute Myeloid Leukemia) at the age of 3.  Jackie is now a seni...

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Posted on: December 4, 2023

Animal Shelter: Ho Ho Home For The Holidays

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The Babylon Animal Shelter invites you to visit the shelter on Saturday, December 9th from 11AM to 2PM for our Ho Ho Home For The Holidays event. Come celebrate the holidays with us: gift baskets, raffles and merch to buy will all go toward benefiting she...

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Posted on: November 28, 2023

Annual History Museum Holiday Model Train Display

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The Town of Babylon History Museum at Old Town Hall is excited to announce the 2023 Annual Operating Model Train Layout schedule for December 2023. Inspired by community landmarks in the Town of Babylon and local history, this annual holiday train layout ...

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Posted on: November 27, 2023

Councilman McSweeney Encourages You To Give Toys for Tots

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Councilman Terence McSweeney announces that the Town of Babylon will once again be participating in the annual U.S. Marine Corps "Toys for Tots" program. New and unwrapped toys, books and games will be accepted here at Town Hall through Wednesda...

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Homepage Community Spotlights
Posted on: November 27, 2023

Councilman Manetta's Winter Coat Drive

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Councilman Anthony Manetta is once again teaming up again with the Concerned Citizens of Wyandanch Civic Association for a winter coat drive. Please consider donating a coat to support those in need. Details on how to donate are on the flyer or you call t...

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Homepage Community Spotlights
Posted on: November 2, 2023

Youth Bureau: Parenting Workshop Series

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The Youth Bureau is proud to present, "How You Can Help," a parenting workshop series designed to educate parents and guardians on their role in supporting  their child's mental health struggles and well-being. 

The pro...

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Homepage Community Spotlights
Posted on: January 3, 2023

Around Town Senior Magazine

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Each month, the Department of Human Services publishes the Around Town Senior Magazine (PDF), a monthly magazine for Town of Babylon Seniors. The magazine features event calendars for all four senior centers, a monthly menu, wellness tips, important phone...

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Posted on: January 3, 2023

Sign up for Councilman Gregory's Veterans Newsletter

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Councilman DuWayne Gregory, Chairman of the Veteran Advisory Board publishes a quarterly veteran informational newsletter. All Town of Babylon veterans are welcome to sign up to receive the publication; instructions below. Our April newsletter may be view...

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News Flash

Posted on: June 8, 2023

New Bocce Ball Courts Open at Tanner Park

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NEW BOCCE BALL COURTS AT TANNER PARK: Supervisor Rich Schaffer, Deputy Supervisor and Parks Chairman Tony Martinez and Councilman Anthony Manetta recently joined members of the Babylon Bocce Club to ceremoniously ribbon-cut the new state-of-the-art bocce ...

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Posted on: April 6, 2023

Town of Babylon To Host The Wall That Heals This October

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 BABYLON, NY – The Town of Babylon will proudly host the traveling exhibit The Wall That Heals from October 5 to 8, 2023 at Tanner Park. A 375-foot replica of the Vietnam Veterans Memorial in Washington D.C., the traveling exhi...

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Posted on: December 15, 2022

2023 Recycling Calendar Now Available

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The 2023 Town of Babylon Recycling Calendar is now available online. Take a look at the important information inside before the printed copy is delivered to your home by the end of December. 

Have any other questions about how to properly dispose ...

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Posted on: April 19, 2022

E-Waste / Electronic Disposal

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Did you know that per NYS regulations, e-waste and electronics cannot be disposed of curbside? This includes but is not limited to: 
- Computer and accessories 
- Televisions 
- Cathode ray tubes 
- VCRs/DVD players&nbs...
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News Flash

Posted on: January 3, 2023

Around Town Senior Magazine

November Around Town Cover

Each month, the Department of Human Services publishes the Around Town Senior Magazine (PDF), a monthly magazine for Town of Babylon Seniors. The magazine features event calendars for all four senior centers, a monthly menu, wellness tips, important phone...

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Posted on: October 21, 2022

Town of Babylon Celebrates 24th Annual Hispanic Heritage Month Festival

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Hispanic Heritage Month recently culminated in the Town of Babylon with the 24th annual Hispanic Heritage Month Festival, which for the first time in two years, was able to be held in-person at Tanner Park Senior Center.  Supervisor Rich Schaffer...

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Human Services
Posted on: September 28, 2022

24th Annual Hispanic Heritage Festival

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Supervisor Rich Schaffer, Councilman and Chairman of Human Services DuWayne Gregory and the Babylon Town Board invite residents to join us on Saturday, October 15, 2022 for the 24th annual Hispanic Heritage Month Festival at Tanner Park Senior Center in C...

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Posted on: March 17, 2022

Celebrating Women's History Month

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Please join Town of Babylon Supervisor Rich Schaffer, Deputy Supervisor Tony Martinez, Councilman and Chairman of Human Services DuWayne Gregory, and the Department of Human Services for a virtual program to celebrate the 33rd Annual Women's History Month...

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Posted on: February 4, 2022

Celebrating Black History Month

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Town of Babylon Supervisor Rich Schaffer, Deputy Supervisor Tony Martinez and the Babylon Town Board invite you to join us for the 34th Annual Black History Month program on Thursday, February 24, 2022 at 5:00 p.m. live on the Town of Babylon - Government...

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News Flash

Posted on: November 16, 2022

2022 Holiday Drive-Thru Experience

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The most wonderful time of the year is almost here! Residents are invited to join the Town of Babylon Parks Department and the Babylon Town Board as we kickoff another holiday season with the annual Holiday Drive-Thru Experience at Town Hall!&...

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Parks & Recreation
Posted on: September 26, 2022

Town of Babylon Provides Pickleball for the Public

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BABYLON, NEW YORK (SEPTEMBER 2022) — The Town of Babylon recently held a ribbon cutting to unveil new pickleball courts at Zahn’s Park in North Lindenhurst. Pickleball has experienced increased popularity among Long Islanders of all ages, and in response ...

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Parks & Recreation
Posted on: September 15, 2022

Join the Parks Department for the 2022 Fall Festival

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Supervisor Rich Schaffer, Deputy Supervisor and Parks Chairman Tony Martinez and the Town Board invite residents to join the Department of Parks, Recreation and Cultural Affairs for the annual Town of Babylon Fall Festival on Sunday, October 2, 2022 from ...

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Parks & Recreation
Posted on: August 8, 2022

Town Gives Heroism Award to Summer Parks Employees Who Aided Wounded Cyclist

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At a recent meeting of the Babylon Town Board, Supervisor Rich Schaffer, Deputy Supervisor Tony Martinez, Councilman DuWayne Gregory and the rest of the board presented Meagan Reilly and Don Chiappetta, two seasonal employees at Cedar Beach Marina, with t...

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Parks & Recreation
Posted on: August 2, 2022

Town of Babylon 2022 Beach Blast

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BEACH BLAST 2022 ??????The summer season if flying by and that means its almost time for the Town of Babylon Parks Department annual Beach Blast at Overlook Beach! Supervisor Rich Schaffer, Deputy Supervisor and Parks & Recreation Ch...

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Parks & Recreation
Posted on: May 18, 2022

Mural by Local High School Students Completed at Babylon’s Cedar Beach

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With Memorial Day Weekend right around the corner, the Town of Babylon is excited to announce the completion of the “Cedar Beach Gallery” at Cedar Beach. The gallery, designed by local students, consists of numerous nautical-themed murals painted on both ...

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Parks & Recreation
Posted on: March 25, 2022

Join us for the Parks Department Annual Eggstravaganza at Phelps Lane Park

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Join us on Saturday, April 9, 2022 for our annual Eggstravaganza. This annual event provides fun treat-filled eggs for Town of Babylon children 10 and under. Parents should bring their cameras and baskets for collecting eggs. For more information, please ...

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Posted on: February 17, 2022

2022 Recreation Permits Now Available for Sale Online; Will Also Be Sold In Person in the Spring

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We’re just about 100 days away from Memorial Day Weekend and that means our countdown to summer 2022 is officially on! Supervisor Rich Schaffer, Deputy Supervisor and Parks Chairman Tony Martinez, and the Babylon Town Board are excited to announ...

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Parks & Recreation

News Flash

Posted on: July 12, 2023

Town Board Presents Heroism Award to Suffolk Police Officer; Son of Former Town Employee

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Supervisor Schaffer and the Town Board recently presented a Heroism Award, the Town’s highest honor to Suffolk County Police Officer Edward Pitre for live-saving actions he took back in June when he jumped into the Great South Bay to rescue a motorist who...

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Supervisor's Office
Posted on: June 28, 2023

Wyandanch Youth Center Ceremoniously Renamed for Rev. Constance Carter Davis England

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The Town recently renamed the Wyandanch Youth Center, the “Rev. Constance Carter Davis England Wyandanch Youth Center.” The designation honors former Town of Babylon Human Services Commissioner Rev. Constance Carter Davis-England (1946-2023), a long-time ...

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Supervisor's Office
Posted on: June 13, 2023

Town Board Recognizes FDNY Lieutenant; Lindenhurst Native for Heroic Actions

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LINDENHURST, NY – The Town of Babylon recently issued a proclamation to recognize Lindenhurst native and FDNY Lieutenant Justin Hespeler for his heroic actions, rescuing an infant in a Brooklyn blaze back in November of 2021.

Hespeler was born and...

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Supervisor's Office
Posted on: June 13, 2023

Wyandanch Street Ceremoniously Renamed for Sis. Yvonne Holder Robinson

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A section of Booker Street, between Straight Path and Troy Street, in Wyandanch, has been ceremoniously renamed Sis. Yvonne Holder Robinson Memorial Way.

Holder Robinson was vice president of the Wyandanch School Board and served as a poll inspector for ov...

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Supervisor's Office
Posted on: June 13, 2023

North Lindenhurst Street Ceremoniously Renamed for Ex-Chief Alan Gassen

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The Town recently renamed a section of 50th Street, between Straight Path and Copiague Road in North Lindenhurst, Ex-Chief Alan Gassen Memorial Way. The designation honors Ex-Chief Alan Gassen (1946-2022), a life-long resident of North Lindenhurst and a 5...

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Supervisor's Office
Posted on: June 13, 2023

North Babylon Street Ceremoniously Renamed for Lt. Thomas Smith

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A section of Marcy Street, between Lewis Avenue and Bond Street, in North Babylon, has been ceremoniously renamed Lt. Thomas B. Smith Way. 

The designation honors Thomas B. Smith (1937-2023), a North Babylon resident for over 80 years, Police Offi...

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Posted on: June 14, 2023

Copiague Street Ceremoniously Renamed for Sgt. Franco A. Pacheco

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The intersection of Great Neck Road and Dixon Avenue in Copiague has been ceremoniously renamed Sgt. Franco A. Pacheco Way.

Sgt. Pacheco was a highly decorated Marine, earning many commendations. After returning home from military service, Sgt. Pacheco con...

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Supervisor's Office
Posted on: May 17, 2023

Babylon Proclaims May as Jewish Heritage Month

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BABYLON, NY – The Town of Babylon recently issued a proclamation to declare May as Jewish Heritage Month. Deborah Peretz, the Northeast Regional Director of IsraelLINK at StandWithUs, attended the recent Town Board meeting and accepted the procla...

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Supervisor's Office
Posted on: January 23, 2023

Town of Babylon Thanked for Direct Support Program

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LINDENHURST, NY – Local small businesses and organizations recently came together at Babylon Town Hall to thank the Town of Babylon for its Direct Support Program, which distributed vital American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) funding. The 267 grants fr...

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Supervisor's Office
Posted on: September 15, 2022

Town Board Presents Heroism Award to First Precinct Officers’

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Supervisor Rich Schaffer, Deputy Supervisor Tony Martinez, Councilman and Public Safety Chairman Terence McSweeney and the rest of the Babylon Town Board recently welcomed officers from the Suffolk County Police Department’s First Precinct to Town Hall to...

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Supervisor's Office
Posted on: August 3, 2022

Town Board Recognizes Babylon Central Fire Alarm for 60 Years of Service

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At a recent meeting of the Babylon Town Board, Supervisor Rich Schaffer, Deputy Supervisor Tony Martinez, Councilman and Public Safety Chairman Terence McSweeney and the rest of the board recognized the hardworking staff of Babylon Central Fire and Rescue...

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Supervisor's Office
Posted on: August 1, 2022

Wyandanch Street Renamed for Longtime Resident Who Cared For Community

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Town of Babylon Supervisor Rich Schaffer, Deputy Supervisor Tony Martinez and Councilman Terence McSweeney were recently on-hand for the renaming of a section of Lincoln Avenue in Wyandanch to “Velina Ann Marshall Way.” Assemblywoman Kimberly Jean-Pierre ...

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Supervisor's Office
Posted on: July 7, 2022

Babylon Holds Swearing-In Ceremony for New Park Rangers

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Town of Babylon Supervisor Rich Schaffer and Town Clerk Gerry Compitello recently swore-in five new park rangers who will serve within the Town’s Department of Public Safety. Deputy Supervisor Tony Martinez and Councilman and Chairman of Public Safety Ter...

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Supervisor's Office
Posted on: June 22, 2022

Babylon Marks Juneteenth Holiday with Presentation and Discussion

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Supervisor Rich Schaffer, Councilman and Human Services Chairman DuWayne Gregory and the Town Board were delighted to once again welcome Executive Director of the Keep Your Change academic enrichment program, Dr. Pam Robinson to Town Hall for a presentati...

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Supervisor's Office
Posted on: June 17, 2022

Join the Town of Babylon in Commemorating Juneteenth

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Juneteenth celebrates African American freedom and culture and honors those who were emancipated some 157 years ago in Galveston, Texas. 

As referenced in this easttexashistory.org piece, “By the end of the Civil War, Galveston had been blockaded,...

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Posted on: June 13, 2022

Town Officials Welcome John’s Crazy Socks to East Farmingdale

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Supervisor Rich Schaffer, Deputy Supervisor Tony Martinez and Councilman Terence McSweeney were excited to recently join other local elected officials in attending the Ribbon Cutting Celebration at John’s Crazy Socks new headquarters in East Farmingdale.&...

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Supervisor's Office
Posted on: June 9, 2022

Babylon Town Board Recognizes Lindenhurst Schools Superintendent upon his Retirement

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At a recent meeting of the Babylon Town Board, Supervisor Rich Schaffer, Deputy Supervisor Tony Martinez, and the board recognized and proclaimed a day in celebration of Lindenhurst Public Schools Superintendent Daniel Giordano. 

Following 24 year...

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Supervisor's Office
Posted on: April 4, 2022

Babylon Celebrates 150th Anniversary of Town’s First Board Meeting

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It was a celebration 150 years in the making as Babylon Town officials past and present gathered in the Town Board Room at Town Hall for an event marking the anniversary of Babylon’s first Town Board meeting. Hosted by Town Historian Mary Cascon...

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Supervisor's Office
Posted on: March 7, 2022

Babylon Town Launches Effort to Aid Ukrainian Refugees

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Town of Babylon Supervisor Rich Schaffer, Deputy Supervisor Tony Martinez and Councilmen Terence McSweeney and DuWayne Gregory recently joined together with leadership and congregants at the Holy Family Ukrainian Church for a prayer service in support of ...

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News Flash

Posted on: January 20, 2023

Town Clerk Gerry Compitello Valentine's Day Vow Renewal Ceremony

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Town Clerk Gerry Compitello invites you a Still the One Vow Renewal Ceremony this Valentine's Day, Tuesday, February 14, 2023. The ceremony will take place at 5:30PM in the Town Board Room at Babylon Town Hall. 

Vow renewals are a heartfelt way to...

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Posted on: December 8, 2022

Town Clerk Gerry Compitello sworn in as President of Nassau Suffolk Town Clerk’s Association

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Town Clerk Gerry Compitello was recently elected to serve a term as president for the Nassau-Suffolk Town Clerks Association (NSTCA). NSTCA is a professional organization that allows town clerks from townships on Long Island to collaborate, educate and wo...

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Town Clerk's Office
Posted on: August 24, 2022

Alzheimer's Foundation of America Walk in the Park 2022

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Town Clerk Gerry Compitello is once again partnering with the Alzheimer's Foundation of America for their Walk in the Park 2022 event. This year's Walk in the Park will take place on Saturday, September 24, 2022 starting at 10:00 a.m. and the Babylon Town...

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Posted on: June 21, 2022

Mobile Mammography Van Coming to Babylon Town Hall

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Town Clerk Gerry Compitello is once again partnering with the Babylon Breast Cancer Coalition to bring the Mobile Mammography Van for Breast Cancer Screenings to Babylon Town Hall in Lindenhurst. The van will be at Town Hall from 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM on Wedn...

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Posted on: March 2, 2022

Town Clerk Helps Couple Get Married Before Army Deployment

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The Town of Babylon would like to congratulate Brittany Pomarico and U.S. Army E-4 Specialist Obed Castro on their recent marriage ceremony performed by the Town Clerk at Babylon Town Hall.

The bride and groom have been in the process of planning a wedding...

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News Flash

Posted on: May 16, 2023

Town Allocates Funding to Help Copiague Fire Department Buy New AED Devices

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The Town of Babylon recently allocated funding from the American Rescue Plan Act of 2021 (ARPA) to the Copiague Fire Department for the purchase of important equipment to keep the public safe. The ARPA funding allowed the department to obtain three new AE...

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Town Council Office
Posted on: May 3, 2023

Councilman Manetta's 2nd Annual "Access to Capital" Event

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BABYLON, NY – Town of Babylon Councilman and Small Business Committee Chairman Anthony Manetta, in conjunction with the Town of Babylon Chamber of Commerce Collaborative and Town of Babylon Industrial Development Agency (IDA), recently hosted the...

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Posted on: December 13, 2022

Annual Toys for Tots Collection Drive a Success

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The Town of Babylon once again hosted another successful Toys for Tots drive in partnership with the U.S. Marine Corps. Led by Councilman Terence McSweeney, the drive, which collected new and unwrapped toys for the U.S. Marine Corps annual program receive...

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Town Council Office
Posted on: December 12, 2022

Hundreds of Food Items Donated During 2022 Holiday Drive-Thru Experience

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Councilman and Human Services Chairman DuWayne Gregory extends a heartfelt thank you to all of the community members who donated non-perishable food items while visiting Town Hall during the 2022 Holiday Drive-Thru Experience.

Over the course of the three ...

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Town Council Office
Posted on: November 22, 2022

Turkey Fry Teaches Residents Thanksgiving Safety

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In preparation for Thanksgiving, Councilman Terence McSweeney partnered with Suffolk County Legislator Tom Donnelly and the Deer Park Fire Department to teach residents the dos and don’ts of frying a turkey. Thanksgiving is the number one day for cooking ...

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Town Council Office
Posted on: November 22, 2022

Councilman Anthony Manetta Launches Chamber of Commerce Collaborative

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BABYLON, NEW YORK (NOVEMBER 2022) — The Town of Babylon initiated its Chamber of Commerce Collaborative with a meeting on Thursday, November 10 between the executive board members of various chambers of commerce located throughout the Town. This new initi...

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Town Council Office
Posted on: October 17, 2022

Record Amount of Donations Collected for Councilman Manetta’s Annual Pasta and Sauce Drive

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Town of Babylon Councilman Anthony Manetta recently joined with the Sons of Italy Constantino Brumidi Lodge to host the 5th annual Pasta and Sauce Food Drive, which has become a yearly initiative to help collect items to benefit the Town of Babylon Food P...

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Town Council Office
Posted on: September 30, 2022

Babylon Allocates Funds for Life-Saving Equipment

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The Town of Babylon has allocated $388,263.44 in funding from the American Rescue Plan Act of 2021 (ARPA) to three of its local fire departments for the purchase of important equipment to keep the public safe. The ARPA funding will allow Wyandanch Fire De...

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Town Council Office
Posted on: August 5, 2022

Councilman McSweeney Helping Collect Supplies for Back to School Drive

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Councilman Terence McSweeney is teaming up with Deer Park High School sophomore Aiden Magali to help collect school supplies for the upcoming school year. If you'd like to make a donation, please scan the QR code on the flyer. See flyer for more informati...

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Posted on: July 22, 2022

Town Board Recognizes North Babylon Resident Who Received Congressional Award

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The Babylon Town Board recently recognized Ethan Klenofsky, 24, of North Babylon for earning the Congressional Award. 

The Congressional Award is the United States Congress’ award for young Americans. It is non-partisan, voluntary, and non-competi...

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Town Council Office
Posted on: July 18, 2022

Babylon Soldier Ride Back In Action for First Time Since 2019

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On Friday, July 15, 2022, the Town of Babylon welcomed the Wounded Warrior Project back to Town Hall for the 15th annual Babylon Soldier Ride. Hosted by Councilman and Veterans Advisory Chair DuWayne Gregory, this was the first time in two years that the ...

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Town Council Office
Posted on: April 7, 2022

National PreparAthon Day & Touch a Truck Event

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Join Councilman Terence McSweeney and Suffolk County Legislator Jason Richberg for the National PreparAthon Day and Touch a Truck Event on April 30, 2022 from 11:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. See flyer for all details. 

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Posted on: March 29, 2022

Councilman Manetta's Easter Candy Collection Drive

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From March 30, 2022 to April 13, 2022 Town of Babylon Councilman Anthony Manetta will be hosting an Easter Candy Collection Drive. All donations will support local area food pantries. See flyer for more information. 

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Posted on: March 14, 2022

Babylon Town Proclaims March “Irish American Heritage Month”

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Town of Babylon Supervisor Rich Schaffer. Deputy Supervisor Tony Martinez, Councilmen Terence McSweeney and DuWayne Gregory and Town Clerk Gerry Compitello recently gathered with leadership and members of the Ancient Order of Hibernians St. Patrick’s Divi...

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Town Council Office
Posted on: February 11, 2022

Town Celebrates 12th Annual P.S. I Love You Day

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The Town of Babylon is proud to once again proclaim the second Friday in February as P.S. I Love You Day, which continues to be a growing and important annual initiative to raise awareness toward the importance of mental health. 

Councilman Terenc...

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News Flash

Posted on: March 22, 2023

West Babylon Resident Tyler Sullo Organized Dinner and Raffle Fundraisers to Help Veterans

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LINDENHURST, NY – The Town of Babylon recently honored 10-year-old West Babylon resident Tyler Sullo for his exceptional service to veterans in the community. Tyler, the student body president of Forest Avenue Elementary School, declared helping ...

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Veterans News
Posted on: May 24, 2022

Councilman Gregory Announces 15th Annual Babylon Soldier Ride

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A full community ride will return for the first time in two years

Councilman DuWayne Gregory is happy to announce that the 15th Annual Wounded Warrior Project’s Babylon Soldier Ride will take place on Friday, July 15th at 9:00 am. Registration will be available the first week of June at www.soldierride.org/Babylon. The ...

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Posted on: February 1, 2022

Hometown Heroes Banner Program Accepting Orders for 2022

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In partnership with the Kiwanis Club of Lindenhurst, NY, Inc., Supervisor Rich Schaffer, Deputy Supervisor Tony Martinez, Councilman and Veterans Advisory Chair DuWayne Gregory and the rest of the Babylon Town Board are once again proud to announce the Ho...

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Posted on: February 15, 2022

Town, Village and American Legion Team Up to Offer Yoga Classes for Local Veterans

Veterans Yoga Resize

The Town of Babylon, Babylon Village and the American Legion Post 94 recently partnered with the Veterans Yoga Project to host a 6 week series of Mindful Resilience yoga classes for Babylon veterans and their family members. Mindful Resilience is what we ...

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Veterans News
Posted on: December 13, 2021

Councilman Gregory Partners with Veterans Yoga Project

Veterans Yoga Project Flyer

Mindful Resilience Yoga Classes are being offered for six weeks between January & February 2022

Councilman and Chair of the Veterans Advisory Council DuWayne Gregory is proud to partner with the American Legion and Babylon Village to offer a 6 week series of Mindful Resilience yoga classes. If you're interested in participating, please email deb@vet...

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Posted on: May 18, 2023

Becoming Mom: A New Program Offered by the Town of Babylon Youth Institute

BecomingMom2023

The Town of Babylon Youth Institute is proud to present a brand new program, Becoming Mom: A Group for Moms in the Postpartum Period. Led by a licensed mental health counselor, this group will provide a warm environment with education and support to moms ...

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