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VOLUNTEER FIREFIGHTERS OF THE YEAR AWARDS
Recipe Of The Week: Seafood Pancakes
It’s
customary for people participating in Lenten fasting to skip meat and poultry dinners on Fridays between Ash Wednesday and Easter Sunday. It is a sacrifice symbolic of the sacrifices of Jesus Christ. However, opting for vegetables and fish in lieu of meats doesn’t have to mean sacrificing flavor. “Seafood Pancakes” from “Judy Joo’s Korean Soul Food” (White Lion Publishing) are a popular Korean appetizer. Any shellfish can be substituted, but the ingredients listed help keep the pancakes crispy. Enjoy this dish as a light lunch or in addition to other offerings for a tasty dinner.
Makes 4 to 5 pancakes
2 ounces mussels, cleaned and debearded
2 ounces clams, cleaned
3 1⁄4 ounces rice flour
2 tablespoons cornflour
2 1⁄2 ounces self-rising flour
2 tablespoons dwengjang (Korean soy bean paste)
Directions:
In a large saucepan, add enough water so that it’s threequarters full and bring to a boil. Add the mussels and clams and cook until the shells open. Remove the shellfish and set aside to cool. Retain 3⁄4 ounces of the cooking liquor then strain it to remove the meat from the shells of the mussels and clams and set aside.
In a large bowl, gently whisk together the rice flour, cornflour, self-rising flour, dwengjang, pepper, salt and 8 ounces of cold water and liquor from the cooked shellfish until smooth. Add the brown shrimp, mussels, clams, spring onions, garlic and red chillies (keeping the seeds, if you like more heat) and stir batter until thoroughly combined.
1⁄4 teaspoon ground black pepper
3 large pinches of sea salt
3 1⁄2 ounces brown shrimp
5 spring onions, julienned
1 teaspoon garlic, grated or finely chopped
2 red chillies, thinly sliced at an angle
Vegetable oil for frying
In a large nonstick frying pan, heat a generous drizzle of oil over a medium-high heat. Spoon in the batter and spread it evenly to form a pancake about 5 inches wide. Fry until golden brown and crispy on the base, about 3 to 4 minutes.
Carefully flip and cook for a further 3 to 4 minutes until the other side is golden. Transfer to a kitchen paper-lined plate to drain. Repeat with the remaining batter, adding more oil to the frying pan as needed.
Serve immediately with a favorite dipping sauce.
Polar Plunge Returns To TOBAY Beach March 29th
‘Freezin’ For
A Reason’ Benefits Special Olympics New York
Oyster Bay Town
Supervisor Joseph Saladino and Councilman Lou Imbroto invite residents to be “Freezin’ for a Reason” at the annual Polar Plunge benefitting Special Olympics New York on Saturday, March 29th at TOBAY Beach.
“Many of our residents head to TOBAY Beach for
summer fun, but this event provides an enjoyable and charitable reason to spend a great day at the beach much sooner,” said Supervisor Saladino. “Participants will have an opportunity to prove their mettle and their compassion by wading into the chilly waters of TOBAY Beach to raise funds for the
athletes of Special Olympics New York.”
The event kicks off with winter festival fun and registration starting at 9:00 a.m., with the plunge beginning at 11 a.m. Requested donation is $25 per participant. Plungers who raise $150 receive a commemorative Polar Plunge sweatshirt.
All of the money raised through the Polar Plunge helps provide year-round sports training and competition as well as leadership, health and inclusion programs for individuals with intellectual disabilities in your community.
“This polar plunge is sure to create lasting memories for all participants while supporting a very worthwhile cause,” added Councilman Imbroto. “Special Olympics New York changes lives through the joy of sports
and the Town of Oyster Bay is proud to partner with this outstanding organization to help make this event a success. Please join with me in braving the chilly waters for a great reason.”
Pre-register yourself, family and team today at www.PolarPlungeNY.org. For more information, call Rebecca Hoffmann at (631) 458-1579 or e-mail rhoffmann@nyso.org.
Thank you for the following sponsors: Optimum, News 12 Long Island, Long Island Igloos, Jersey Mike’s Subs, 7-Eleven, New York Islanders, Washville, 106.1 BLI, Special Olympics New York, Nassau County PBA, WBAB 102.3, Nassau County Police Department, CSEA, Liberty Beverages, Adventureland, Adventureland’s Helping Hands Foundation, and Long Island Press.
NOTICE OF SPECIAL DISTRICT MEETING OF THE AMITYVILLE PUBLIC LIBRARY BUDGET VOTE AND TRUSTEE ELECTION
APRIL 8, 2025
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that a Special Meeting of the qualified voters of the Amityville Union Free School District (the “District”), Town of Babylon, Suffolk County and Town of Oyster Bay, Nassau County, New York will be held at the Amityville Public Library, 19 John St., Amityville, New York 11701 (the “Library”) on Tuesday, April 8, 2025, between the hours of 10:00am and 9:00pm, for the purpose of voting on the following items:
1) To adopt the annual budget of the Amityville Public Library for the fiscal year 2025-2026, and to authorize the requisite portion thereof to be raised by taxation on the taxable property of the District; and
2) The election of one (1) member of the Board of Trustees for a five-year term commencing July 1, 2025, and expiring on June 30, 2030, as a result of the expiration of the term of office presently held by Sharon Tener.
NOTICE IS FURTHER GIVEN that copies of a statement of the estimated library expenses for the fiscal year 2025-2026 may be obtained at the Library (address above) and in the Office of the School District Clerk, located at 150 Park Ave., Amityville, NY 11701, daily except Saturday and Sunday, beginning March 10, 2025, between 9:00am and 4:00pm.
NOTICE IS FURTHER GIVEN, that the Library will host a public informational meeting for the purposes of discussion of the proposed 2025-2026 Library Budget on March 24, 2025. All residents of the District are invited to attend at the Library.
NOTICE IS FURTHER GIVEN that candidates for the office of Trustee of the Library Board of Trustees shall be nominated by petition. Petitions must be filed with the School District Clerk (address above), between the hours of 9:00am and 5:00pm no later than Monday, March 10, 2025. Forms of petition may be obtained from the School District Clerk. Each petition must be directed to
the School District Clerk; must state the name address of the candidate; must be signed by at least twenty-five (25) qualified voters of the District and list each signer’s address.
NOTICE IS FURTHER GIVEN that pursuant to section 2014 of the Education Law, personal registration of voters is required, and no person shall be entitled to vote at said meeting and election whose name does not already appear on the register of said school district, or who does not register as hereinafter provided, except as may otherwise be provided by the laws of the State of New York. Registration is available in the Office of the School District Clerk (address above) Monday through Friday, from 9:00am to 4:00pm, through April 8, 2025. The register so prepared includes all persons who have presented themselves personally for registration in accordance herewith, and all persons who shall have been registered previously hereunder for an annual or special meeting or election, and who shall have voted at any annual meeting or election, held or conducted at any time within four (4) years prior to the preparation of the register.
NOTICE IS FURTHER GIVEN that applications for early mail or absentee ballots may be applied for at the Office of the School District Clerk (address above). Completed applications must be received in the Office of the School District Clerk at least seven (7) days before the election, if the ballot is to be mailed to the voter, or the day before the election, if the ballot is to be delivered personally to the voter. Early mail or absentee ballots must be received by the School District Clerk, or in the polling place at the Library, not later than 5:00pm, prevailing time, on Tuesday, April 8, 2025. A list of persons to whom early mail or absentee ballots shall have been issued will be available in the Office of the School District Clerk on each of the five days prior to the day of the election, except Saturdays and Sundays and such list will also be posted at the polling place at the election.
NOTICE IS FURTHER GIVEN, that a qualified voter whose ability to appear personally at the polling place is substantially impaired by reasons of permanent illness or physical disability, and
whose registration record has been marked “permanently disabled” by the Board of Elections pursuant to the provisions of the Education Law, shall be entitled to receive an absentee ballot without making separate applications therefore.
FURTHER NOTICE IS GIVEN that military voters who are not currently registered may apply to register as a qualified voter. Military voters who are qualified voters of the Library District may submit an application for a military ballot. Military voters may designate a preference to receive a military voter registration, military ballot application or military ballot by mail, facsimile transmission, or electronic mail in their request for such registration, ballot application or ballot. Military voter registration forms and military ballot applications must be received in the Office of the School District Clerk (address above) no later than 5:00 p.m. on Friday March 14, 2025. No military ballot will be canvassed unless it is received by the Office of the School District Clerk no later than 5:00 p.m. on the day of the election.
Dated: Amityville, New York February 19, 2025
BY ORDER OF THE BOARD OF TRUSTEES OF THE AMITYVILLE PUBLIC LIBRARY, TOWN OF BABYLON, SUFFOLK COUNTY AND TOWN OF OYSTER BAY, NASSAU COUNTY, NEW YORK
BY DISTRICT CLERK
AMITYVILLE UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT, TOWN OF BABYLON, SUFFOLK COUNTY, TOWN OF OYSTER BAY, NASSAU COUNTY, NEW YORK
AVISO DE LA REUNIÓN ESPECIAL DEL DISTRITO DE LA BIBLIOTECA PÚBLICA DE AMITYVILLE
VOTACIÓN DEL PRESUPUESTO Y ELECCIÓN DEL FIDEICOMISARIO
8 DE ABRIL DE 2025
POR LA PRESENTE SE NOTIFICA que una Reunión Especial de los votantes calificados del Distrito Escolar Libre de la Unión de Amityville (el “Distrito”), Ciudad de Babylon, Condado
de Suffolk y Ciudad de Oyster Bay, Condado de Nassau, Nueva York se llevará a cabo en la Biblioteca Pública de Amityville, 19 John St., Amityville, Nueva York 11701 (la “Biblioteca”) el martes 8 de abril, 2025, entre las 10:00 a.m. (mediodía) y las 9:00 p.m., con el propósito de votar sobre los siguientes puntos:
1) Adoptar el presupuesto anual de la Biblioteca Pública de Amityville para el año fiscal 2025-2026, y autorizar que la parte requerida del mismo se recaude mediante impuestos sobre la propiedad imponible del Distrito; y
2) La elección de un (1) miembro de la Junta Directiva por un período de cinco años que comienza el 1 de julio de 2025 y expira el 30 de junio de 2030, como resultado de la expiración del mandato que actualmente ocupa Sharon Tener.
ADEMÁS, SE NOTIFICA que se pueden obtener copias de una declaración de los gastos estimados de la biblioteca para el año fiscal 2025-2026 en la Biblioteca (dirección anterior) y en la Oficina del Secretario del Distrito Escolar, ubicada en 150 Park Ave., Amityville, NY 11701, todos los días, excepto sábados y domingos, a partir del 10 de marzo de 2025 entre las 9:00 a. m. y las 4:00 p. m.
ADEMÁS, SE NOTIFICA que la Biblioteca organizará una reunión informativa pública con el fin de discutir el Presupuesto de la Biblioteca propuesto para 2025-2026 el 24 de marzo de 2025. Todos los residentes del Distrito están invitados a asistir a la Biblioteca.
ADEMÁS SE NOTIFICA que los candidatos para el cargo de Fideicomisario de la Junta de Fideicomisarios de la Biblioteca serán nominados por petición. Las peticiones deben presentarse ante el Secretario del Distrito Escolar (dirección anterior), entre las 9:00 a.m. y las 5:00 p.m. a más tardar el lunes 10 de marzo de 2025. Los formularios de petición se pueden obtener del Secretario del Distrito Escolar. Cada petición debe ser dirigida al Secretario del Distrito Escolar; debe indicar el nombre y la dirección del candidato; debe estar firmado por al menos veinticinco (25) votantes calificados del Distrito y enumerar la dirección de cada firmante.
ADEMÁS SE NOTIFICA que de conformidad con la sección 2014 de la Ley de Educación, se requiere el registro personal de los votantes, y ninguna persona tendrá derecho a votar en dicha reunión y elección cuyo nombre no aparezca ya en el registro de dicho distrito escolar, o que no se registre como se dispone a continuación, excepto que las leyes del Estado de Nueva York dispongan lo contrario. La inscripción está disponible en la Oficina del Secretario del Distrito Escolar (dirección anterior) de lunes a viernes, de 9:00 a.m. a 4:00 p.m., hasta el 8 de abril de 2025. El registro así preparado incluye a todas las personas que se hayan presentado personalmente para el registro de conformidad con el presente, y todas las personas que hayan sido registradas previamente en virtud del presente para una reunión o elección anual o especial, y que hayan votado en cualquier reunión o elección anual, celebrada o realizada en cualquier momento dentro de los cuatro (4) años anteriores a la preparación del registro.
ADEMÁS SE NOTIFICA que las solicitudes de boletas anticipadas por correo o en ausencia se pueden solicitar en la Oficina del Secretario del Distrito Escolar (dirección anterior). Las solicitudes completas deben recibirse en la Oficina del Secretario del Distrito Escolar al menos siete (7) días antes de la elección, si la boleta se va a enviar por correo al votante, o el día antes de la elección, si la boleta se va a entregar personalmente al votante. Las boletas anticipadas por correo o en ausencia deben ser recibidas por el Secretario del Distrito Escolar, o en el lugar de votación en la Biblioteca, a más tardar a las 5:00 p.m., hora prevaleciente, el martes 8 de abril de 2025. Una lista de las personas a las que se les habrá emitido una boleta anticipada por correo o en ausencia estará disponible en la Oficina del Secretario del Distrito Escolar en cada uno de los cinco días anteriores al día de la elección, excepto los sábados y domingos, y dicha lista también se publicará en el lugar de votación en la elección.
ADEMÁS, SE NOTIFICA que un votante calificado cuya capacidad para
comparecer personalmente en el lugar de votación se vea sustancialmente afectada por razones de enfermedad permanente o discapacidad física, y cuyo registro de registro haya sido marcado como “discapacitado permanentemente” por la Junta Electoral de conformidad con las disposiciones de la Ley de Educación, tendrá derecho a recibir una boleta de voto ausente sin hacer solicitudes separadas por ello.
SE DA AVISO ADICIONAL de que los votantes militares que no están registrados actualmente pueden solicitar registrarse como votantes calificados. Los votantes militares que son votantes calificados del Distrito de Bibliotecas pueden presentar una solicitud para una boleta militar. Los votantes militares pueden designar una preferencia para recibir un registro de votante militar, una solicitud de boleta militar o una boleta militar por correo, transmisión de fax o correo electrónico en su solicitud de dicho registro, solicitud de boleta o boleta. Los formularios de registro de votantes militares y las solicitudes de boletas militares deben recibirse en la Oficina del Secretario del Distrito Escolar (dirección anterior) a más tardar a las 5:00 p.m. del viernes 14 de marzo de 2025. No se realizará el escrutinio de ninguna boleta militar a menos que sea recibida por la Oficina del Secretario del Distrito Escolar a más tardar a las 5:00 p.m. del día de la elección.
Fechado: Amityville, Nueva York 19 de febrero de 2025
POR ORDEN DE LA JUNTA DE FIDEICOMISARIOS DE LA BIBLIOTECA PÚBLICA DE AMITYVILLE, LA CIUDAD DE BABILONIA Y LA CIUDAD DE BAY, SUFFOLK COUNTYOYSTERNASSAU COUNTY, NEW YORK
POR SECRETARIO DE DISTRITO DISTRITO ESCOLAR LIBRE DE LA UNIÓN DE AMITYVILLE, CIUDAD DE BABYLON, CONDADO DE SUFFOLK, CIUDAD DE OYSTER BAY, CONDADO DE NASSAU, NUEVA YORK
AM, MASS, MP - 274 - 2/19, 3/5, 3/19 & 4/2/25
Massapequa Conducting Annual Breakfast Program Survey
The Massapequa School District will be conducting a survey of parents of kindergarten through fifth grade students who attend the Massapequa elementary schools to determine
if there is any interest in a school breakfast program. If insufficient interest is determined, an exemption to participate in this program will be requested by the board of education
to the New York State Education Department.
Parents and taxpayers are asked to share their concerns regarding the district’s survey and exemption request
by contacting the Massapequa Food Service office in writing at Massapequa Administration, 4925 Merrick Road, Massapequa, N.Y. 11758 or by phone at (516) 308-5745.
Massapequa Chamber Of Commerce
Annual Volunteer Firefighters Of The Year Awards!
The Massapequa Chamber of Commerce was honored to celebrate the bravery and dedication of our local heroes at their annual awards ceremony!
They were proud to recognize the tireless efforts of the Massapequa
Fire Department and North Massapequa Fire Department, who selflessly serve and protect the community.
Congratulations to the well-deserving honorees: From the Massapequa Fire Department, Fire-
Medic David Lee (Rescue Company 3) and Firefighter Eric Devine (Ladder Company 6); from the North Massapequa Fire Department, Ex-Chief Mark Frascella (Engine Company 3) and Ex-Captain Jack Smalley (Ladder Company
1). Their commitment to serving the community is a shining example of the very best of our fire departments. Thank you to Commissioner Mike Hanna and the Massapequa Fire Department for hosting us at their firehouse and
making the afternoon special.
Thanks to our Event Sponsor, Investment Insight Wealth Management, LLC, for your generous support. Their commitment to giving back to our community is truly appreciated!
And a big thank you to Sal’s Place, Burns Park Deli, and Burgerology Long Island for providing a delicious spread of food that the guests enjoyed throughout the afternoon!
courtesy of Holden Leeds
Photo
Baked Ziti
Meat Lasagna
Baked Manicotti
Baked Stuffed Shells
Baked Cheese Ravioli
Spaghetti with Tomato Sauce
Penne with Butter Sauce
Penne with Garlic & Oil
Spaghetti with Meatballs pasta
Spaghetti with Sausage
Penne with Meat Sauce
Spaghetti Carbonara bacon, peas and onions in a white cream sauce
Fettucine Alfredo served in a white cream sauce
Rigatoni Bolognese
ground beef & veal with tomato sauce, onions, peas, herbs & a touch of cream
Rigatoni Buttera sausage & spinach, topped with fresh mozzarella in garlic & oil
Chicken Parmigiana fried chicken cutlet, baked with mozzarella and tomato sauce
Chicken alla Vodka Parmigiana fried chicken cutlet, baked with mozzarella and vodka sauce
Chicken Francese lightly battered, lemon, white wine & butter
Chicken Marsala lightly battered with mushrooms & marsala wine sauce
Chicken Milanese diced tomatoes, red onions, basil, olive oil, balsamic glaze
Chicken Sorrentino
sliced chicken, eggplant, melted mozzarella, served in a brown demi-glace
Eggplant Parmigiana fried eggplant, baked with mozzarella & tomato sauce
Eggplant Rollatini ricotta, mozzarella and tomato sauce
Sausage, Peppers & Onions
Town Hiring Assistants For Summer Youth & Adult Tennis Programs
Oyster Bay Town
Councilman Lou Imbroto announced that the Town has openings
local Town parks.
“This fun summer job is ideal for a tennis-loving community member looking to build their resume while helping local youngsters or adults improve their game,”
said Councilman Imbroto. “Town tennis assistants have a lot of fun while receiving hands-on experience and making a difference in the lives of others.”
Tennis Assistants for the Adult Program must be 18 or older and have at least 2 years of experience participating on a tennis team. Applicants should also be available to work from May through September and be able to take direction from the head coach to facilitate drills.
Tennis Assistants for the Youth Program must be 16 or older and have 1-2 years’ experience on a tennis team. The Youth Tennis Program runs from June 30th through August 14th (including any necessary makeups).
For more information, prospective applicants should contact the Town of Oyster Bay Department of Parks, Recreation Division, at (516) 797-7945.
Garage Door Sale!
Looking for your dream home or thinking about selling? Let me guide you through every step of the process! With my extensive experience in real estate, I’m here to help you achieve your real estate goals in 2025. Call me, your trusted neighborhood real estate expert, today at 516-353-3935 or visit my website at MyDreamHomeFinder.com
MARCH HAPPENINGS
SAT., MARCH 22nd
10:00AM-1:00PM
LENTEN COLLECTION FOR SOLES4SOULS
Farmingdale United Methodist Church, 407 Main Street, invites the community to join their Lenten Collection for SOLES4SOULS, a nonprofit organization that collects new/slightly used shoes and distributes them to people in need. Donations can be brought to their Grant Avenue entrance.
SUN., MARCH 23rd
11:00AM-5:00PM
ST JAMES MODEL RAILROAD CLUB
WINTER OPEN HOUSE
Located at the Mills Pond House in St James. Once again opening to the public with many new additions to the Layout There is a requested donation, Adults $2.00, Children .50. PLEASE NOTE: The St. James Model Railroad Club is not handicapped accessible. For further information call evenings 516-263-9607 or 631-543-8732
12:00PM-4:00PM
ANNUAL ST JOSEPH CELEBRATION
HOLIDAYS
9th - Daylight Savings Begins
17th - St. Patrick's Day
20th - Spring Begins
MAKE A SUBMISSION!
Events must be submitted at least two weeks prior to the event date and will run free of charge on a space available basis. For more info, call 631.226.2636 x275 or send events to editorial@longislandmediagroup.com
151 Phelps Lane - In the Blue Room, in N. Babylon. We're not just Pancakes and Pasta. Join us in helping others while having fun. Contact: Joefatuzzo@gmail.com
THURS., MARCH 27th
6:30PM-9:30PM
MUSIC BINGO FUNDRAISER
The Seaford Historical Society will host a fundraiser, Music Bingo, at the museum. The event is $25 per person, which includes 2 bingo cards. There will be raffles, door prize and a 50/50. Coffee and water will be available. The museum is located at 3890 Waverly Ave. in Seaford. Tickets can be purchased at their website seafordhistoricalsociety.org/musicbingo. Seating is limited. For more information, please call Judy Bongiovi at 516-783-8629
FRI., MARCH 28th
10:00AM-1:00PM
FIND YOUR TREASURE SALE
Long Island Society of Italian Americans (LISIA) are getting ready for their annual St Joseph Celebration at The Inn at New Hyde Park. $100.00 per person includes antipasto, complete dinner, beer, wine & soda and dancing. Call Diane Langella @ 516-398-3484 for additional information and reservations.
TUES., MARCH 25th
7:00PM
N. BABYLON LIONS CLUB GENERAL MEETING
Simpson UMC Presents A Find your treasure sale. Clothing $5 a bag. New Clothing $3 a garment, Household Items, Children’s clothing, toys and furniture, Small animal needs. Something for everyone! Simpson UMC, 30 Locust Avenue in Amityville. Call Mary for more information 516-991-8098
SAT., MARCH 29th
8:30AM-11:30AM
HECKSCHER STATE PARK
MARATHON, HALF MARATHON & 5K 1 Heckscher State Parkway, Field 6 in East Islip. Rain or Shine. Boston Qualifier Marathon and USATF Certified 5K and Half Marathon! The
course is fully stocked with water and nutrition stops. The course is on fully closed park roads. This is one of the 1st Marathons & Half Marathons of the spring - come run a well supported event at Scenic Heckscher State Park! Each runner will receive a long-sleeved shirt & a finisher medal! For more information, please contact Brendan Dagan 516-531-3323
SUN., MARCH 30th
12:00PM-5:00PM NORTH BABYLON LIONS CLUB DART TOURNAMENT FUNDRAISER
Sand City Brewery, 150 S. Wellwood Ave. in Lindenhurst. $39pp to play, includes cold foods and cash bar. $15pp to be a guest, includes cold foods and cash bar. Raffles, 50/50. Come join the fun and support one of their causes. For more info https://www.ourgroupline.org/ TheLionsClubofNorthBabylon/ or contact gail315@optonline.net
2:00PM FREE MUSICAL PERFORMANCES
Echoes of Sinatra at the Hicksville Public Library – Keeping the “Sinatra” memory alive! The Distinguished Artists Concert Series is sponsored by the Cultural and Performing Arts (CAPA) Division of the Town of Oyster Bay’s Department of Community & Youth Services. For the full concert schedule and further information, please call 516-797-7900 or visit www. oysterbaytown.com/CAPA.
FEATURING
Town of Oyster Bay Supervisor Joseph Saladino, together with Councilwoman Laura Maier and Councilwoman Vicki Walsh, announced that nominations are now being accepted for the Town’s 2025 Women of Distinction Program.
During Women’s History Month, throughout the
month of March, residents are invited to nominate extraordinary women who have made a difference in their communities.
“Each year, the Town has the honor of recognizing women who go above and beyond to improve the lives of those around them through our Women of Distinction Program,” said
Councilwoman Maier. “If you know a special woman who helps make your community a better place to live, we invite you to nominate her to be a 2025 Town of Oyster Bay Woman of Distinction.”
Councilwoman Walsh added, “We are proud to recognize women in our Town and invite residents
to submit nominations of those who make a difference and enrich the lives of others. We look forward to sharing their stories and recognizing their efforts to make our community, families and Town a better place to live, work and raise a family.”
Women of Distinction will be recognized at a
special awards ceremony hosted by the Town Board in May. Nominations may be submitted for any achievement or honorable cause performed by the nominee. The Town seeks to recognize individuals for their contributions to the arts, education, environment, athletics, community or civic service, volunteerism or business. Honorees must live or work in the Town of Oyster Bay.
To submit a nomination for the Women of Distinction Awards Program, please visit www.oysterbaytown.com/ women or call (516) 6246380 for an application.
Assemblyman Durso Announces Student Scholarship Opportunity
New York State Assemblyman Michael Durso announced that the New York Conference of ItalianAmerican State Legislators is accepting applications for four $3,000 scholarships, two academic and two athletic.
scholarship-form
The application deadline is Friday, March 30, 2025.
eligible students in my district to apply.”
Silver&Fit Healthy Aging Program
(NAPSI)—There are many good reasons to get physically fit. If cost is a factor in joining a gym, the
Silver&Fit Healthy Aging and Exercise Program, available through certain Medicare Advantage plans,
offers no-cost or subsidized low-cost access to thousands of gyms. Learn more at www.silverandfit.com.
Scholarships are available to residents of the 9th Assembly District who are currently enrolled in a higher education program or are high school seniors entering college. Students can access and complete the application by visiting: https://www. nyiacsl.org/apply-for-
“This is an excellent scholarship opportunity for high school seniors and college students in the 9th Assembly District who have worked hard, distinguished themselves from their peers and intend to pursue higher education,” said Assemblyman Durso.
“With college costs continually rising, this is a chance to lessen the financial burden that is a concern for so many young people and their families. I encourage
Applicants need not be of Italian American heritage to apply. Scholarship recipients will be announced in April and contacted directly. Winners should plan on being in Albany on Monday, May 19th to receive their award at our Italian-American Day Celebration.
For additional information, or to inquire if the student lives in the 9th Assembly District, please call Assemblyman Durso’s office at 516-541-4598.
Massapequa Digital Artist To Showcase At Regional Exhibit
Luis Moreno, a senior at Massapequa High School, will have his artwork featured in the upcoming Long Island’s Best Young Artists exhibition at the Heckscher Museum of Art in Huntington.
The show runs from April 6 to May 25. This
is the third consecutive year that a Massapequa student has been selected for the prestigious regional show. Luis will be among 79 featured high school artists.
His piece, “Reflections of Sunlight and Darkness,” is a three-panel digital
creation. Using ProCreate software, he made the trio of images based on a friend’s photograph. Luis is a student in Paul Leone’s Advanced Placement art class, and has previously taken studio art classes.
After graduation, he plans to attend college for
graphic design. The annual juried exhibition kicks off with
a preview day and awards ceremony for artists, families and teachers on
April 5, and opens to the public the following day.
courtesy of Robin Joy Photography
right, congratulated senior Luis Moreno on having his
piece selected
upcoming Long Island’s Best Young Artists exhibition at the Heckscher Museum of Art. Photo courtesy of the Massapequa School District
