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ALL CLEAR: Farmingdale School District Prioritizes Student Safety With Groundbreaking Active Assailant Response Exercises
On Friday, July 25, the Farmingdale School District hosted an unprecedented Active Assailant Walkthrough Activity at Farmingdale High School, cementing its position as a trailblazer among Long Island school districts in emergency preparedness and school safety.
The event included several carefully planned scenarios designed to simulate real-time threats and test the district’s rapid response capabilities. The objectives of the drill centered on improving communication and coordination between school personnel, local law enforcement, and armed security contractors to execute swift campus lockdowns and transition to armed response to the threat to ensure coordinated post-incident
accountability and recovery.
The idea for the exercise originated several months ago as part of the district’s ongoing efforts to strengthen emergency readiness. However, to carry out such a comprehensive, building-wide operation safely and without disrupting instruction, the district waited until summer break—when school buildings are unoccupied—to conduct the full-scale simulation. This full-scale simulation was made possible through Farmingdale’s close collaboration with numerous law enforcement and emergency response agencies, including the school’s armed security team, Upfront Security, Nassau County Homeland Security, the Nassau County Police Department
Problem-Oriented Police Unit, the Nassau County Bureau of Special Operations, and the Farmingdale Village Fire Department. Additional support came from the New York State Police and the Nassau County Law Enforcement Explorers Program. District administrators were also actively involved.
Throughout the day, scenarios were carried out in which lockdowns were initiated, armed security responded immediately, and then coordinated with local law enforcement to eliminate and recover from the threat. These exercises refined tactical movement, containment, and recovery protocols— raising Farmingdale’s preparedness to a level few Nassau County districts have reached.
“Farmingdale is proud to be one of the first districts on Long Island to host a full-scale active assailant simulation in collaboration with local and regional law enforcement,” said Assistant to the Superintendent for Administration Dr. Samuel Thompson. “We take the safety of our students and staff seriously, and exercises like this are vital for refining our communication, coordination, and response protocols with our partners in law enforcement.”
This training opportunity represents a rare and advanced level of collaboration that few districts in Nassau County have yet experienced. Farmingdale’s leadership in this area reflects its deep commitment to safety and its proactive stance in preparing for emergencies.
Photo courtesy of the Farmingdale School District
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South Shore Audubon
Bird
Walk
Join the South Shore Audubon Society for a bird walk at the Norman J. Levy Park and Preserve in Merrick on Sunday, August 17, starting at 9:00 a.m.
The entrance road to the Norman Levy Preserve is located on the south side of Merrick Road, just east of the Meadowbrook Parkway. (It is the same road as the Department of Sanitation entrance).
Walk leaders and other birders and nature enthusiasts will be happy to share their knowledge and experience with you. The bird walk is free of charge. Bring binoculars. To register, text your name and contact information to 516 467-9498. No walk if it rains. Text regarding questionable weather.
For more information, log onto www.ssaudubon. org
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Senator Steve Rhoads To Host
Inaugural Veterans Valor Walk
Senator Steve Rhoads will host the first-ever Veterans Valor Walk—a patriotic community event and food drive— on Saturday, August 23rd at Eisenhower Park. The event will feature a 0.5-mile walk around Salisbury Lake to honor local veterans and support those in need. Participants are asked to bring a non-
perishable food item to benefit a local veterans’ food pantry.
Attendees are encouraged to wear red, white, and blue to show their patriotic spirit. Following the walk, registered participants will enjoy a complimentary bagel breakfast and refreshments.
Pre-registration is
strongly encouraged using the following link, but walk-ins welcome: https://docs.google.com/ forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSe3Ok8 fNMcXS3zWE8Ma5MEMn WE1mP8VtmavCKzACF03 LLBTTw/viewform
Senator Rhoads invites the community to come together to honor those who served and ensure no hero goes hungry.
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Saladino And Blakeman Announce Free $25 Farmers’ Market Coupons
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Supervisor Joseph Saladino and Nassau County Executive Bruce Blakeman announce that incomeeligible adults aged 60 and over can now receive free $25 coupon booklets from the New York State Farmers’ Market Nutrition Program (SFMNP). These coupons can be used to purchase fresh fruits and vegetables at authorized farmers’ markets and farm stands.
“We are committed to enhancing the quality
of life for our senior residents,” said Supervisor Saladino. “The Farmers’ Market Nutrition Program is an excellent initiative that helps seniors maintain a healthy diet while enjoying the fresh produce our local markets have to offer. It is important for us to provide opportunities that support the well-being of our older adults, and this program does just that by making nutritious food more accessible.”
The $25 Farmers’ Market coupon distribution will
take place on Thursday, August 21st from 10 AM to 12 PM at the North Massapequa Community Center, located at 214 North Albany Ave., North Massapequa. Coupons will be distributed on a firstcome, first-served basis, with a limit of one booklet per person per year.
Coupons can be used at the Country Fresh Farmingdale Farmers’ Market, located at Village Green, 316 Main Street, Farmingdale, open Sundays from 10 AM to 2
PM (June 1 - November 23), at Deep Roots Farmers’ Market, located at 100 Garvies Point Road, Glen Cove, open Saturdays 9 AM to 1 PM (May 31 –November 1) and at the Seaford Farmers’ Market, located at Seaford LIRR Parking Lot 3, Sunrise Hwy. & Washington St., open Saturdays from 7 AM to 12 PM (June 7December 27).
“By participating in this program, our seniors can enjoy the benefits of fresh, locally grown
fruits and vegetables, while supporting the local economy. I encourage all eligible seniors to take advantage of this wonderful program and experience the health benefits of fresh, locally sourced produce,” added County Executive Blakeman.
The Farmers’ Market Nutrition Program and Mobile Farm Stand are sponsored by the Nassau County Office for the Aging, the New York State Department of Agriculture & Markets, the New
York State Department of Health, the New York State Office for the Aging, and the USDA Food and Nutrition Service. To find additional farmers’ markets participating in the SFMNP Coupon Program, please visit: https://agriculture. ny.gov/farmersmarkets. For more information, call the Nassau County Office for the Aging at (516) 2278900.
Legislator Drucker Invites Property Owners To Register For Tax Exemptions
Nassau County Legislature Deputy Minority Leader Arnold W. Drucker (D – Plainview) is partnering with the Nassau County Department of Assessment to bring the Homeowner Exemption Liaison Program (HELP) to the Farmingdale Public Library, 116 Merritts Road, Farmingdale, N.Y. 11735, on Wednesday, Sept. 3, Noon – 2 p.m.
During HELP events, Department of Assessment staff provide homeowners with individual assistance with completing and filing applications for veteran, senior citizen, Cold War veteran, volunteer firefighter and ambulance worker, and
limited-income disability exemptions. Enhanced STAR applications will also be processed for homeowners already enrolled in the STAR program prior to Jan. 2, 2015.
HELP sessions are from noon to 2 p.m. Participants are asked to arrive no later than one half-hour
prior to the scheduled end time for the event, and to bring copies of their 2024 federal and state income tax returns and other required documentation for completing the application.
“Nassau County residents deserve every opportunity to lower their taxes and reduce their cost
of living, and the HELP program is outstanding tool for ensuring that you are receiving the full complement of exemptions that you have earned,” Deputy Minority Leader Drucker said. “I am proud to once again be working with the Department of Assessment to bring these expert resources directly
to our homeowners so that they can get the handson assistance they need to complete and submit their applications in one convenient setting.” For more information or to receive a list of necessary documentation, call the Nassau County Department of Assessment at 516-571-1500.
Calling all artists! Showcase your talent at Farmingdale’s 15th Annual Art in the Park Exhibit, Show & Sale on Sunday,
September 14th, 11 am – 3 pm, on the Village Green. It is free to exhibit artwork (artists must register in advance to participate) and Ribbons will be awardedfirst, second, third place and honorable mention.
The Farmingdale School District participates, displaying the magnificent artwork of students each year - Clothesline art. Visit the Village website community events page, or stop by Village Hall for the artist application/details. The event is planned by the Farmingdale Cultural Arts Committee. Rain date is September 21st. Farmingdale Village Green, 361 Main Street.
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The weekly Sunday Farmers Market by Schneiders Farm will be held in front of the firehouse, 10am – 2 pm. While in the Village remember to shop and dine downtown! Follow Farmingdale Village Events on Facebook: @farmingdale11735, Instagram: @
farmingdalevillagenyevents. Farmingdale Village… The Place to Be! Long Island’s Downtown Destination! www.farmingdalevillage. com www.facebook.com/ farmingdale11735 Village of FarmingdaleVoted Best Downtown - 2015 - 2018, 2020 – 2024 Four Leaf Best
New York Blood Center Launches Fourth Annual “Pint For A Pint” Campaign With Over 50 Local Breweries And Frozen Treat Shops Across The Region
New York Blood Center (NYBC) is kicking off its fourth annual “Pint for a Pint” campaign to encourage blood donations during the critical summer months at donor centers through August 31, 2025, all who come to donate at NYBC’s donor centers will receive a voucher for a free beverage or frozen treat at a participating local brewery, pub, or frozen treat shop.
Since its launch in 2022, the “Pint for a Pint” campaign has doubled in size, with more than 50 breweries, pubs, and frozen treat shops
across the region coming together to support the critical need for blood donations. This year’s full list of participating establishments can be found at https://www.nybc. org/pint/
“At Newburgh Brewing Company, we take enormous pride in being supportive of our community,” said Paul Halayko, President and COO of Newburgh Brewing Company. “By working with the NYBC through Pint for a Pint, we are thanking folks for doing something selfless and important: donating blood. It’s a way
we can ask our community to be supportive of such an important cause, and then reward them with a delicious pint of Newburgh beer!”
Following a sharp drop in donations over the 4th of July holiday, the region’s supply of O- and O+ blood is currently at a critical 1-2 day level, and overall collections are nearly 25% below the level needed to meet hospital demands. Summer has brought an expected decline in donations, driven by vacations and school breaks, but combined with increased trauma cases,
the impact on the local blood supply has been severe.
Type O-negative is the universal blood type used when seconds matter and a patient’s blood type is unknown. Type O-positive, the most common type, is in constant demand for surgeries, childbirth, cancer treatments, and daily medical care.
“Every pint counts, especially in the summer, and we are so grateful to these local establishments for coming together to support the critical need for blood donations in the summertime,” said
Andrea Cefarelli, Senior Vice President at New York Blood Center. “We hope this fun incentive will inspire returning and first-time donors to donate blood and enjoy a refreshing beverage or frozen treat on us. Blood donations are needed now more than ever.”
Blood donors can donate every 56 days, and platelet donors can donate twice a month. In light of recent updates to FDA guidance, more people than ever may now be eligible to give. To make an appointment, donors can call 1-800933-2566 or visit nybc.org. Can’t donate blood? You
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can still make a life-saving impact by supporting NYBC’s mission through financial contributions or volunteering your time. Visit here to learn more: https://www.nybc.org/ support-us/ *Blood donors 21+ years of age are eligible. Prizes hold no cash value and are non-transferable. The type of beverage and frozen treat is at the venue’s discretion. Voucher must be redeemed on or before October 31, 2025, and cannot be used on the day of donation. Other restrictions may apply.
Labor Day was forged by the labor movement
Come the first Monday of September, many children and their parents start to face the reality that school, if it hasn’t yet started, is about to begin again. That’s because Labor Day marks the unofficial end of summer. But there is much more to this holiday than barbecues and the notion that fall is right around the corner.
of the late nineteenth century. Many workers during this time felt they were underpaid and overworked. Conditions at their places of employment also lacked adequate safety. These workers banded together to fight for higher wages, shorter workdays and improved working conditions.
Before it was adopted as an American federal holiday, Labor Day was first recognized by labor activists and individual states. Although New York was the first state to introduce a bill, Oregon
actually was the first to pass a law recognizing Labor Day, which the state first celebrated on February 21, 1887. Four more states followed suit
that year. By the end of the decade, three more states passed Labor Day holiday laws.
In recognition of the momentum of Labor Day at the state level, and with the adoption of the holiday by another 23 states by 1894, Congress passed an act on June 28, 1894, officially making the first Monday in September a legal holiday each year.
The United States is not alone in devoting a holiday to celebrate its labor history and honor the contributions of workers. Canada celebrates Labour
Day to remember the rights of workers, which include paid holidays, medical care, fair hours, union wages, and safe workplaces. Labour Day was declared a legal holiday by the Parliament of Canada on July 23, 1894. The earliest Labour Day celebrations were held in the spring, but eventually were moved to September.
Labor Day remains a time to honor and affirm the dignity of working people across the nation. It also affords individuals an opportunity to enjoy
