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Oyster Bay Town Councilman Lou Imbroto invites seniors to participate in the Town of Oyster Bay Senior Karaoke Program, held at various community centers throughout the Town. The popular program, launched last year, saw such popularity it has returned bigger and better for residents who are interested in showing off their vocal talents. “We’re calling all Town seniors who love to sing! This fun Karaoke program will give you the opportunity to perform your favorite songs, from the tunes of Sinatra and Greatest Hits of the ‘80s to Today’s Top Songs, all in a social, welcoming environment,” Councilman Imbroto said. “Join us to make new friends and perhaps even discover a new favorite song.”

The Senior Karaoke Program takes place on the following schedule: • Mondays – 1 p.m. at the North Massapequa Community Center, 214 N. Albany Avenue in Massapequa (generally held at Marjorie Post Center, temporarily relocated) • Wednesdays – 1 p.m. at the Glen Head Community Center, 200 Glen Head Rd, Glen Head • Thursdays – 11 a.m. at the Hicksville Community Center, 28 W Carl St in Hicksville

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The recipients of the OWTI funding from FSC include: · Khosro Shirvani and Marjaneh Issapour, awarded $282,700 to embark on groundbreaking research exploring additive manufacturing techniques for the repair of wind turbine components. Their project seeks to enhance the efficiency and sustainability of offshore wind infrastructure. · Paulo Castillo and Supriyo Karmakar, awarded $371,914 to develop a cutting-edge workforce microcredential program. This initiative involves the acquisition of stateof-the-art equipment designed to detect blade defects, such as microcracks and erosion, ensuring the highest Madeline Quintyne, John King, Chancellor, SUNY; Dr. standards of safety and John Nader, President, Farmingdale State College. reliability in offshore represent the significant toward advancing New wind energy systems. In addition to the core strides SUNY is taking York State’s climate goals.”

projects, FSC received the following subawards: · Marjaneh Issapour was awarded $100,000 to partner with the University at Buffalo to prepare instructional content for a wide audience to better understand the offshore wind supply chain. · Lijian Xu, PhD is partnering with Stony Brook University and the Advanced Energy Center to create a power systems laboratory for renewable energy transmission experiences. The initiatives align with the priority focus areas outlined by the OWTI, addressing the expanding needs of the offshore wind industry, and fostering equity, diversity, and inclusivity in clean energy education and training. Photo courtesy of Farmingdale State College: https://drive.google.com/ drive/folders/1VXKjiZjDm 7kIJUgB3Is7Wg_TYTNNROg?usp=sharing

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To raise awareness on the impact of trees in our communities, Oyster Bay Town Supervisor Joseph Saladino and Councilwoman Michele Johnson announced the return of the Town’s Environmental Poster Contest, open to all 4th grade students in the Town of Oyster Bay. This year’s poster contest, Our Town Our Environment, invites youngsters to create a poster showcasing the importance of trees in preserving our environment, with a theme of ‘Trees for Tomorrow.’ “This poster contest presents a great opportunity to

bring environmental awareness to our young people, making them more knowledgeable on the importance of protecting Mother Nature and safeguarding our natural resources,” said Supervisor Saladino. Students should submit a poster to communicate awareness of the essential role of trees in our lives and may consider these key facts in their design: • Oxygen Production: Trees absorb carbon dioxide and release oxygen, ensuring clean air. Did you know? 100 trees remove 53 tons of carbon dioxide and 430 pounds of other air pollutants per year.

• Air and Water Purification: Trees cleanse the air and water, promoting a healthier environment. • Shade and Cooling: Trees provide shade, cooling our neighborhoods naturally. • Wildlife Habitat: Trees offer food and homes for various wildlife, contributing to biodiversity. • Health Benefits: Trees encourage outdoor activities, promoting physical well-being. Submissions should be made on poster paper (no larger than 12”x18”). No edible items should be used on the poster. The top

three winning posters to be displayed at a Town facility and showcased in a future Town of Oyster Bay Environmental Newsletter. “This contest is being co-sponsored by Friends of the Bay and The Waterfront Center, two organizations we proudly partner with throughout the year to help our efforts in protecting and preserving the environment,” said Councilwoman Johnson. “I hope all fourth-grade students join us in this year’s program and take advantage of the great opportunity to become more knowledgeable on the importance of protecting our

environment.” Prizes will be awarded for the top three submissions, with 1st Place receiving a private tour of Oyster Bay Harbor aboard a Friends of the Bay vessel, a $200 gift certificate for the Waterfront Center in Oyster Bay, a tree planted at the winning student’s school for Arbor Day, a nautical trivia game and Friends of the Bay apparel. Second and third place winners will also receive a gift certificate to The Waterfront Center and have a tree planted in their school district. Submission deadline for the contest is Friday, March 29th,

with winners to be announced on Earth Day, April 22nd. Along with their poster submission, students must include an entry form, which is available at www.oysterbaytown. com/postercontest. Mail or email posters to the Town’s Department of Environmental Resources, Attn: Poster Contest, 29 Spring Street, Oyster Bay NY, 11771. Entries can also be emailed to environmental@ oysterbay-ny.gov with the subject line ‘2024 Poster Contest.’ Visit w w w. o y s t e r b a y t o w n . com/postercontest for more details.

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Farmingdale State College (FSC) has been awarded more than $750,000 in funding for innovative, facultyled proposals aimed at advancing offshore wind technology training and education on Long Island. FSC received three out of ten proposals funded from university centers, colleges of technology, and community colleges across the SUNY system. A founding partner in the Offshore Wind Technology Institute (OWTI), FSC is a hub of wind technology and sustainable energy research, development, training and education, with certificate and microcredential programs in wind energy technology. “Farmingdale is leading the way in the commitment to advance our use of offshore wind to power both our lives and our economy,” said John S. Nader, PhD, president of Farmingdale State College.

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Oyster Bay Town Supervisor Joseph Saladino and Councilwoman Michele Johnson announce that residents interested in having their children participate in the 2024 Summer Recreation Program can now upload necessary documents and materials for review in advance of the final registration period. This process is mandatory prior to registration this spring and will be performed fully online. This year’s Summer Recreation Program will once again include fullday options as well as the traditional program for children ages 4 through 12. Space is limited at each facility. “The Town’s Summer Recreation Program features great summer fun for children at six of our Town parks, with activities including arts and crafts, various games, themed days, water fun, scavenger hunts and so much more,” said Supervisor Saladino. “To help streamline the registration process, residents will be able to signup their children online this spring, and can begin preregistration today!” All registrations for Summer Recreation will performed online. In an effort to simplify the process, the Town’s Parks $

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Farmingdale Legislative Action Committee Presents Proposals In Albany Dalers visit the capitol. On Tuesday, February 6, 2024, the Farmingdale Legislative Action Committee (LAC) visited the New York State Capitol in Albany. Their purpose was to present their

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the District’s mission, and communicating vital information to the community. The Legislative Action Committee comprises the Assistant to the Superintendent for

the LAC met with Senator Alexis Weik, Assemblymen Michael Benedetto, and Assemblywoman Jodi Giglio. Students also distributed Farmingdale proposals and lobbied for sustainable and predictable school funding, school safety, mental health, and wellness resources, and increased support for the needs of a shifting student population. “Our Farmingdale High School students made our community proud with their poise, advocacy, and self-assurance for diverse topics expressed,” said Assistant to the Superintendent for Administration Dr. Samuel Thompson. “I just want to express my gratitude to all those who helped make this event a success and to our students who represented us well!”

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of materials does not guarantee a spot in the 2024 program – parents must complete their registration this spring when final registration opens. Following final registration, refunds are given on a prorated basis and subject to a 10 percent administrative fee through July 12th. Parents will receive an email from the Recreation Division confirming that all documents have been received, as well as directions on how to complete registration. All registration will take place online. For more information, visit www.oysterbaytown.com/ summerrecreation or call the Town’s Recreation Office at (516) 797-7945.

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From The Desk Of Mayor Ralph Ekstrand “The Board of Trustees and I are proud to announce that Farmingdale Village was again Voted “Best Downtown – 2024 in the Bethpage Best of Long Island contest! This is amazing news – winning 9 out of the last 10 years! Thank you to all that voted & to all Residents, Merchants, Volunteers, Village staff, Organizations – All in our community, and to all that visit, and help our Village remain a thriving downtown Long Island destination. Congratulations to all Farmingdale/Long Island Best of Long Island 2024 winners”, said Farmingdale Village Mayor Ralph Ekstrand. LOVE IS IN THE AIR; IN THE VILLAGE! PRINCESS BRIDALS is a very successful family owned business and celebrating 53 years! And for those 53 years, Princess Bridals has been an integral part of the Long Island community, helping over 15,000 brides to find the Perfect Wedding Gown of their dreams. Run by owner Charles Prokop Jr; the bridal store was originally born out of need and there is a fun, award-winning, short film that tells the wonderful story on their website! And they have been a Farmingdale Village Fixture for 24 YEARS! Recently, to express gratitude for the unwavering support of the Long Island community, and commemorating 53 years, they held the “53 DRESSES EVENT!” PRINCESS BRIDALS decided to mark this special occasion by giving away 53 exquisite wedding dresses, collectively valued at over $100,000, to future brides of Long Island! These 53 wedding dresses represent not only years of service to their brides (customers) but also symbolizes the thousands of heartfelt connections made with the

brides who have chosen to entrust their special day to Princess Bridals. This gesture of kindness and generosity underscores their commitment to the Brides of Long Island while highlighting the enduring value of local businesses and their ability to create lasting and meaningful relationships with their customers. All winners got to attend an exclusive celebration! In his own words, Princes Bridals Owner, Charles explains: “Basically after 53 years in business we decided to give back to the community for Brides in Need. By that we mean Brides who have suffered from a Financial Hardship, Lost Parents, Coming back from an illness, etc. So we created a Contest, launching on Veterans day and then people completed an application to enter the contest by telling their heartfelt story. These 53 wedding dresses represent not only our years of service to our brides but also symbolizes the thousands of heartfelt connections we’ve made with the brides who have chosen to entrust their special day to Princess Bridals. We received over 100 applications, which made it especially hard to pick just 53. Many contained Love stories which were especially touching. The Contest ran through December 20th and on December 21st we selected the winners. Then the contest winners came in to select their gowns from Racks of Dresses we put out. On January 18th, we brought them to REID CASTLE on Manhattanville Campus in Purchase, NY to celebrate. We also had 20 Bridal Venders, so it almost morphed into a Mini Bridal Showcase - there were things they needed for their Wedding; Limos, DJ’s Photographers, etc.

M & V Limos of Commack donated two Party Buses to bring Everyone to the Castle. Farmingdale Village’s Mayor Ralph, The Board of Trustees and Village Staff were very helpful; they donated space in the Village lot behind the Firehouse for a safe place for the Brides and their Families to Park and meet. At 3 PM we met and bused everyone up to the Castle for the Event. We all want to send a BIG THANK YOU TO FARMINGDALE VILLAGE for all that; it was A GREAT help to the event. We are keeping in contact with these Brides; their Weddings are in 2024 and they seem VERY HAPPY. And we even invited the remaining Runner’s Up to the Castle Party and many came, and we sent them all an email offering a discount, etc. There were No Losers only WINNERS! The whole experience was incredibly heartfelt, we’ve done things like this, but this one was bigger and there was not a dry eye in the house! All the Brides and their families were over the moon. And let me say; we’ve moved from Hicksville to Farmingdale Village in 2000 and since then, the whole Village has embraced us in many ways!” Mayor Ralph Ekstrand: “Congrats to Princess Bridals on 53 Years & Giving joy to these Brides gives us joy as well. Love is in the Air in Farmingdale Village! Let’s make 2024 the best possible year it can be!! Voted Best LI Downtown 9X of last 10 years!

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Fee: $80.00 in state, $125.00-Out of State Requirements: Valid vehicle registration, driver’s license, and valid NYS DEC Recreational Saltwater/ Marine Fishing ID # Permit is ONLY valid for FISHING at: • Hither Hills (Year-round) • Montauk Point (Yearround) • Napeague (Year-round) • Robert Moses (Democrat Point, Gilgo and Sore Thumb) - April 1 - December 31, hours vary This permit also allows the permissions of the NIGHT/ SPORT FISHING PERMIT” “FOUR-WHEEL DRIVE BEACH VEHICLE SURFING/ WINDSURFING PERMIT available for purchase now through March 31, and the Tuesday after Labor Day through December 31, 2024. Fee: $80.00 in state, $125.00Out of State Requirements: Valid vehicle registration and driver’s license. Must be 18 years of age or older to purchase. Permit is ONLY valid for DAYTIME SURFING and WINDSURFING at: • Hither Hills and Napeague (Year-round) • Montauk Point – January 1 – March 31 only • Robert Moses (Democrat Point and Gilgo) – January

1 - December 31, hours vary & Fields 3 & 4 from September 15-December 31 STARGAZING PERMIT available for purchase now through March 31, and the Tuesday after Labor Day through December 31, 2024. Fee: $35.00 in state, $60.00Out of State Requirements: Valid vehicle registration and driver’s license Permit allows after sunset parking for STARGAZING ONLY, valid January 1 - December 31 at: • Hither Hills - Except July & August • Jones Beach - West End 2 and Field 6 • Montauk Point – Upper Parking Lot • Robert Moses - Field 2 • Sunken Meadow - Field 1 & Field 3 • Wildwood – Main Parking Lot” “NIGHT/SPORT FISHING PERMIT – available for purchase now through March 31, and the Tuesday after Labor Day through December 31, 2024. Fee: $35.00 in state, $60.00-Out of State Requirements: Valid vehicle registration, driver’s license, NYS DEC Recreational Saltwater/Marine Fishing ID # Permit is valid ONLY for FISHING after sunset from

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Requirements: Valid vehicle registration, driver’s license, NYS DEC Recreational Saltwater/ Marine Fishing ID # Permit is ONLY valid for FISHING after sunset at: • Camp Hero State Park, April 1 - December 31 N I G H T T I M E PHOTOGRAPHY PERMIT available for purchase now through March 31, and the Tuesday after Labor Day through December 31, 2024. Fees: $35.00 in state, $60.00-Out of State Requirements: Vehicle Registration and Driver’s License Permit allows after sunset parking for the purpose of NIGHTTIME PHOTOGRAPHY ONLY, valid January 1 - December 31 at: • Hither Hills - Except July & August • Jones Beach - West End 2 and Field 6 • Montauk Point – Upper Parking Lot • Robert Moses - Field 2 • Sunken Meadow - Field 1 & Field 3 • Wildwood – Main Parking Lot REGIONAL SCUBADIVING PERMIT - Sold yearround. Permit is valid April 1 to December 31, 2024, hours vary.

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VALENTINE’S FOR VETERANS - On behalf of school children from throughout the Town of Oyster Bay, Supervisor Joseph Saladino presented thousands of “Valentine’s for Veterans” to AMVETS Post 88 Commander Loretta DiBrino (second from right), retired Air Force Sergeant Frank Marcinek (second from left) and wife Pam (right) and Gulf War Veteran Pete Sylvestri (left). Students from throughout the Town of Oyster Bay prepared beautiful valentines which are being distributed to Veteran organizations as well as to the VA. The initiative serves as an important reminder to our Hometown Heroes that their service and sacrifice will never be forgotten.

Oyster Bay Town Supervisor Joseph Saladino announced that applications are now available for families to add the names of loved ones to the Town of Oyster Bay’s 9/11 Walls of Honor which recognize all those with a connection to the Town who gave their lives and succumbed in their battle against 9/11 related cancers and illness. Each September, the Town unveils newly inscribed names into the Walls of Honor which recognize the family members, friends and neighbors lost to this toxic legacy. Supervisor Saladino stated, “We remember and give thanks to those who ran into danger in order to help the victims of a cowardly act of terror. This includes first responders, downtown workers,

residents, students and so many others with cancer certified to be 9/11-related. The events of 9/11 continue to take our heroes and survivors – and members of our community will continue to face darker days ahead. We watch each week as more of these heroes pass, in an everincreasing and unending number. Just as many of these rescue and recovery heroes raced to the Towers the first minute the plane hit, and stayed until the last brick was turned, their memorial stands with and lead us to those we lost that tragic Tuesday morning.” Reports from the World Trade Center Health program indicate that we are approaching a terrible milestone, in which approximately 43,000 people are being treated for medical problems and

10,000 people have suffered cancers linked to the toxic exposure at Ground Zero. More than 2,500 responders and others affected have succumbed to their illness. The 9/11 Walls of Honor were constructed under an initiative led by Supervisor Saladino, the Town Board and a volunteer committee that includes retired FDNY EMS Lieutenant Bill Gleason, Retired NYPD Detective Tom Luberto, Deacon Dave White, Jericho Fire Commissioner Frank Sammartano, North Massapequa Fire Commissioner Ralph Raymond, Massapequa Fire Commissioner Justin McCaffrey and Rescue & Recovery Worker Joseph Pinto. Applications may be downloaded at www. oysterbaytown.com/ wallsofhonor.

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