Corned Beef for a Cause Collection drive to support vets at VA hospital

The Town of Oyster Bay will host a “Spring into Action” Collection Drive in support of the Northport VA. During the month of April, residents are invited to donate toiletries and clothing.

“From hosting veteran appreciation events to recognizing their service with Hometown Heroes Banners in our parks, the Town of Oyster Bay is committed to honoring veterans for their service to our nation,” Supervisor Saladino said. “Please join this mission to help bring the comforts of home to veterans living at the Northport VA Hospital by making a donation to our collection drive during the month of April.”

Oyster Bay Town Supervisor Joseph Saladino (second from right), North

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“When I learned that the Northport VA has a ‘Wish List’ of items their veterans need, I knew Supervisor Saladino and the Town Board would spring into action with me to help ensure these needs are met,” Clerk LaMarca said. “I thank them for partnering with me to organize this critical initiative, and I thank the residents of our wonderful Town in advance for their generosity and support of our Veterans.” today faced off in a St. Patrick’s Day “Corned Beef for a Cause” competition to support CoopStrong. The officials each cooked a corned beef dish and were judged by a panel including Nassau County Executive Bruce Blakeman, Nassau County Clerk Maureen O'Connell, and Nassau County Comptroller Elaine Phillips, with Mayor Panzenbeck coming in first place and Supervisor Saladino in second. In the true spirit of St. Patrick, the event raised $5,000 in charitable funds to benefit Cooper Graham, a young Oceanside boy who’s battling a rare cancer

The Town’s Collection Drive will run through the month of April. Collection Bins will be available on weekdays from 9:00 a.m. to 4:45 p.m. at Town Hall North (54 Audrey Ave, Oyster Bay), Town Hall South (977 Hicksville Road, Massapequa), and the Town of Oyster Bay Ice Skating Center (1001 Stewart Ave, Bethpage).

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