Oyster Bay Town Board Recognizes Bernard “Buzz” Deschamps For Contributions To Local Youth Hockey

Oyster Bay Town Supervisor Joseph Saladino and members of the Town Board presented an official Town Citation to Bernard “Buzz” Deschamps of the Town’s Ice Hockey Program who was recently recognized by the New York Rangers at Madison Square Garden as this year’s recipient of the prestigious Emile Francis Award, named in honor of the Rangers’ longtime Coach and General Manager. This award is given to those who exemplify selfless community outreach, integrity and passion for the growth of youth hockey, while generously giving their time to help mentor the next crop of hockey players. Buzz has coached countless players and helped build the Town’s successful ice hockey program. He was drafted by the New York Rangers and went on to a legendary playing career with the Long Island Ducks.

—Submitted by the Town of Oyster Bay an impact right here on Long Island. Help bring normalcy, hope and joy to a homeless girl or boy by donating today to this incredible cause.”

To support these birthday parties for Long Island’s homeless children, the following donations are sought:

•New, unwrapped toys for children of all ages

Every child deserves a birthday party.

•Batteries of all sizes

•Wrapping paper

For those who wish to donate to Birthday Wishes of Long Island, collection boxes can be found in the following town facilities:

Town Hall North, 54 Audrey Ave., Oyster Bay

Town Hall South, 977 Hicksville Rd., Massapequa

Ice Skating Center at Bethpage Community Park, 1001 Stewart Ave., Bethpage

For more information about the Birthday Wishes of Long Island collection drive, please contact 516-624-6380.

—Submitted by the Town of Oyster Bay

Oyster Bay Town Supervisor Joseph Saladino and Town Clerk Richard LaMarca proudly partnered with Long Island Cares for their Annual Legislative Pet Food & Supply Drive, which took place throughout the month of March. The drive focused on collecting food and supplies for our residents’ pets through Baxter’s Pet Pantry, which supplies free pet food and supplies to pet-owning families in need. Town officials recognized residents for their generosity in donating over 1,500lbs of pet food and supplies, which will in turn keep pets at home with their loved ones, well-fed, and out of shelters. For more information about Long Island Cares, visit www.licares. com.

—Submitted by the Town of Oyster Bay