March 15, 2023 Massapequa Park

KEEP THE PRESERVE PRISTINE CLEANUP EVENT - Massapequa Takes Action Coalition (MTAC) in partnership with Save the Great South Bay invites all residents to participate in its 3rd Annual Keep the Preserve Pristine Cleanup (Rain or Shine) on Saturday, March 25th from 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. The cleanup starts at the entrance to the bike path from the LIRR parking lot located at 510 Park Side Blvd, Massapequa. To learn more about MTAC’s Preserve cleanup or become a part of MTAC’s efforts, please contact Brooke Langella, MTAC Project Coordinator at (516) 799-3000 ext. 131 or visit mtacoalition.com.

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Maier Urges Residents To Donate Blood As National Shortage

Impacts Hospitals Residents Encouraged To Donate Blood On March 28th At Hicksville Athletic Center

With hospitals facing a nationwide blood shortage, Oyster Bay Town Councilwoman Laura Maier invites residents to attend a Blood Collection Drive on Tuesday, March 28th from 1pm to 7pm at the Hicksville Athletic Center, located at 167 S. Broadway in Hicksville.

Councilwoman Maier stated, “Blood supplies are critically needed for local hospitals to meet the demand and continue saving lives. Please consider participating in this blood drive to help bolster our blood banks and ensure as many people as possible can be helped. Together, we can give the gift of life though

a simple blood donation.”

Appointments are preferred for the Town’s Blood Drive. To qualify as a donor, a person must be between the ages of 17 and 75 years old (16 with parental permission and 76 or older with a doctor’s note), weigh at least 110 pounds and not have donated blood within the last 56 days. Anyone who received a tattoo within the past 12 months is ineligible to donate. It is recommended that donors eat well (low fat) and drink fluids in the days before the Blood Drive. Additionally, all donors will receive a voucher for a free Blizzard at Dairy Queen.

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Councilwoman Maier added, “It’s quick, easy, and safe to donate a single pint of blood which can save up to three lives. Donating blood at the Hicksville Athletic Center, is an incredible way for all of us to pitch in and give back, to help ease the burden of our Healthcare Heroes as they continue to provide lifesaving efforts.” For additional information regarding the Town’s Blood Drive, contact the Town’s Public Information Office at (516) 624-6380. To make an appointment to donate at this Blood Drive, sign up today at https://bit. ly/3IkK8U6

500 FOR 500 WRITING COMPETITION

FOUR FINALISTS - Dr. Cynthia Paulis, the sponsor of the 500 for 500 Writing Competition is pleased to announce the four finalist who are seniors at Massapequa High School. The essays submitted this year were excellent and it was difficult narrowing it down to four finalists. The finalists are Dominick Maglione, Mary Koster, Sophia Aivaliotis, Nicholas Piatti. The theme this year was how was the first amendment affected by Covid and how did it personally affect you and going forward what would you do to see this never happens again. Each finalist will read their essay and cash awards will be given. Date and time will be announced and is open to the public.

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DOMINICK MAGLIONE MARY KOSTER SOPHIA AIVALIOTIS

Free Musical Performances At Local Libraries

Oyster Bay Town Councilwoman Vicki Walsh announced that the Distinguished Artists Concert Series will continue through May 2023 with free performances at local libraries throughout the Town.

“The Distinguished Artists Concert Series provides free musical and dance programs for the enjoyment of our residents,” said Councilwoman Walsh. “I encourage residents to take advantage of these wonderful performances offered by the Town for free at local libraries.”

Scheduled performances for March include:

Phil Costa & The Something Special Swing Band on Saturday, March 18, 2023 at 4:00 pm at the Plainview-Old Bethpage Public Library – Performing a variety of big band music including arrangements of Count Basie, Doc Severinsen and Maynard Ferguson.

Glenn Sings Glen on Sunday, March 19, 2023 at 2:00 pm at the Locust Valley Library – A Tribute to Glen Campbell.

Metro Music with John Walters on Sunday, March 26, 2023 at 2:30 pm at the Farmingdale Public Library – A rich variety of well-known, delightful songs played in an upbeat style that will have you swinging along!

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) 797-7925 or visit www.oysterbaytown.com/ CAPA.

Durso Rallies With Highway Crews For Local Street And Highway Funding

Assemblyman Michael Durso (R-Massapequa Park) joined highway crew members and highway superintendents from all corners of the state for a rally in Albany to increase funding in this year’s budget to repair and repave local streets, highways and culverts. The rally focused on funding for the Consolidated Local Street and Highway Improvement Program (CHIPS), which Gov. Hochul refused to increase in her executive budget proposal.

“As a former sanitation worker and municipal employee, I’ve seen how hard our highway crews work, day and night, to keep up with the endless potholes and terrible conditions of our local streets. They’re doing their part and Albany needs to step up and do theirs,”

Durso said.

The New York State Association of County Highway Superintendents and New York State Association of Town Superintendents of Highways, Inc. recently launched a ‘Local Roads are Essential’ advocacy campaign which coincides with today’s effort by legislators.

“Our taxes are sky high and settling for deficient bridges and cracked highways is unacceptable. Our families deserve peace of mind commuting to work and our businesses need dependable infrastructure when transporting their goods to market. I am calling on Gov. Hochul and leaders in both houses to join us and increase CHIPS funding in this year’s budget,” Durso concluded.

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Durso (R-Massapequa Park) joined highway crew members and highway superintendents from all corners of the state for a rally in Albany to increase funding in this year’s budget to repair and repave local streets, highways and culverts. The rally focused on funding for the Consolidated Local Street and Highway Improvement Program (CHIPS), which Gov. Hochul refused to increase in her executive budget proposal.

Special Olympics New York And Jersey Mike’s Team Up For Second Consecutive Day Of Giving On March 29th

Special Olympics New York is pleased to announce that 41 Jersey Mike’s Subs locations around the state will participate in the Day and Month of Giving campaigns for the second consecutive year.

During March, customers can donate to Special Olympics NY at participating Jersey Mike’s restaurants. The campaign culminates with a Day of Giving on Wednesday, March 29, when local Jersey Mike’s restaurants will give 100 percent of the day’s sales to the athletes of Special Olympics NY.

“I would like to extend a personal invitation to you and your family to visit Jersey Mike’s Subs throughout the month of

March, and especially on Day of Giving when 100 percent of sales – every penny – goes to help a great local cause,” said Peter Cancro, Jersey Mike’s founder and CEO.

“Jersey Mike’s is a true champion of champions. Every dollar donated during the Month of Giving – and every dollar spent at partner locations March 29 – will help change lives for people with intellectual differences,” said Special Olympics New York President & CEO Stacey Hengsterman. “Our athletes, families, and supporters look forward to celebrating inclusion with Jersey Mike’s all month long.”

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participating Long Island locations below:

601 Portion Road, Lake Ronkonkoma, NY

15 Hewitt Square, East Northport, NY

280A Middle Country Rd., Selden, NY

6224 Jericho Turnpike, Commack, NY

1280 Broad Hollow Rd.(Rt 110), Farmingdale, NY

5050 Sunrise Hwy, Massapequa Park, NY

155 West Sunrise Hwy., Lindenhurst, NY

586 Veterans Memorial Hwy, Hauppauge, NY

4600 Nesconset Hwy., Port Jefferson Station, NY

2756 Sunrise Hwy, Bellmore, NY 512 Commack Rd, Deer Park, NY

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1113 Route 25A, Stony Brook, NY

585 Main Street (Montauk Highway), Bay Shore, NY 410 Motor Parkway, Hauppauge, NY

988 Hempstead Turnpike, Uniondale, NY

202 Glen Cove Road, Carle Place, NY

2345 Jericho Turnpike, Garden City Park, NY

180 W Old Country Road, Hicksville, NY

51 E Merrick Road, Freeport, NY

869 Montauk Highway, Bayport, NY

4025C Hempstead

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24 Atlantic Ave, Oceanside, NY

643 Sunrise Highway, Lynbrook, NY

Residents who love visiting the beach and want to help protect the shoreline can join Oyster Bay Town Supervisor Joseph Saladino and members of the Town Board at the Towns’ annual Dune Day, scheduled for Saturday, March 25th at TOBAY Beach. The event begins at 10 a.m. by the dunes at TOBAY.

Supervisor Saladino stated, “The Dune Stabilization Project brings together residents of all ages in an effort to protect and preserve our beautiful shoreline and environment by planting stalks of dune grass. Dunes along our south shore continue to face environmentally damaging storms that have a significant impact on the

beach. Statistics indicate that the planting of dune grass provides a natural shield that is perfect for withstanding storm surges and high winds.”

The Dune Stabilization Project helps preserve our beach and barrier island for future generations. Volunteers work alongside Town officials and crews, as well as residents from across the Town who share an interest in helping preserve TOBAY Beach.

To register as a volunteer, residents can visit www.oysterbaytown. com/volunteerform. For additional information, contact the Department of Environmental Resources at (516) 677-5943 or email environmental@oysterbayny.gov.

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Nassau County Bar Association Charitable Arm Hosts Day of Carnival Themed Fun for Over 200 Local Children

On Thursday, February 23, 2023, more than 200 deserving children ages 5-12 from local Nassau County organizations were treated to a day of carnival games, sweet snacks like snow cones and cotton candy, a pizza truck, and fun, including games and dancing, and a special visit from Nassau County Administrative Judge Hon. Vito M. DeStefano, at the 33rd Annual Children’s Festival.

Also in attendance were celebrity mascots including Mr. Met from the New York Mets, Sparky the Dragon from the New York Islanders, and QuackerJack from the Long Island Ducks.

The Children’s Festival is held annually, courtesy of volunteer attorneys and judges of the Nassau County Bar Association’s charitable arm, the WE CARE Fund, with a mission

to instill positive attitudes and relationships with the local legal community and provide a fun activity during school winter break.

The WE CARE Fund, a part of the Nassau Bar Foundation, the charitable arm of the Nassau County Bar Association (NCBA), receives contributions from the Nassau County legal community and local businesses. Conceived by NCBA Past President Stephen Gassman as a vehicle for the organized Bar to use its resources to improve the quality of life for those in need and nurtured by the tireless efforts of lawyers and judges WE CARE has raised over $5 million to assist more than 100 charitable organizations in Nassau County. To make a donation, contact Bridget Ryan at (516) 747 1361 or bryan@nassaubar.org.

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Saladino Announces Free Job Fair

Oyster Bay Town Supervisor Joseph Saladino, The Workforce Partnership and New York State Department of Labor are offering a Free Job Fair, which will take place on Thursday, March 30, at the Town of Oyster Bay Ice Skating Center, located at 1001 Stewart Avenue in Bethpage. There is no charge for admission and parking is free. Veterans’ admission begins at 10:00 a.m., while doors for General Admission open at 10:30 a.m. The event runs until 2:00 p.m.

Employers from across Long Island will be seeking candidates for various positions. Some of these include management, licensed professional, hospitality, banking, staffing and technical.

“We have helped thousands of residents find meaningful employment through our career center and private sector jobs fair,” said Supervisor

Saladino. “The Workforce Partnership and the Town of Oyster Bay are committed to helping residents find meaningful employment opportunities as well as assisting local businesses in recruiting qualified employees. This Free Job Fair will connect private and public sector employers with job seekers.”

The Town of Oyster Bay serves as administrator of The Workforce Partnership, a consortium of local governments funded by the Federal Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act that provides free valuable resources to both employers and job seekers at Career Centers in Hicksville and Massapequa. These centers help train employees to meet the needs of the private sector, connecting qualified job seekers with employers, and by assisting applicants in accessing job

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opportunities. The Centers offer Resource Rooms, which are equipped with state-of-the-art computer workstations, complete with Microsoft software and internet access. Additionally, these Centers offer residents access to job listings, resource materials, photocopiers, fax machines and telephones. The Centers provide employability and computer workshops, as well as career counselors who will guide residents through their job search. Computer workshops are taught on-site in modern computer labs. Residents can increase their marketability by updating or acquiring new computer skills at the Centers.

For more information about this program and the many other great services that the Town’s Workforce Partnership program offers, contact (516) 7974560 or email business@ oysterbay-ny.gov.

Fourth graders in Susan Crimarco’s class at Fairfield Elementary School in the Massapequa School District are undoubtedly stronger readers after a monthlong competition.

Students participated in an iReady reading contest and the goal was for each child to pass at least 20 lessons in the digital

assessment tool. Teachers use iReady to determine a student’s reading needs, create a personalized instructional plan and monitor progress.

The competition in Ms. Crimarco’s class got pretty serious. When it was over, students collectively passed 1,301 lessons, well more than 20 per reader. The top

reader in the class passed 156 lessons, and everyone advanced multiple reading levels.

For their efforts, the class earned a week of no homework and the top five readers got a lunch of their choice with Ms. Crimarco. She said that next up will be an iReady math competition.

READY READERS MOVE FORWARD - Fourth graders in Susan Crimarco’s class at Fairfield Elementary School passed 1,301 iReady reading lessons during a monthlong competition. Photo courtesy of the Massapequa School District

Helping You Help Others

By Noelle Lambert

The Charity of the Month for March is Canine Companions®

Canine Companions

is a non-profit organization that enhances the lives of people by providing highly trained service dogs and ongoing support to ensure quality partnerships. They proudly o er their support services free of charge to recipients.

Clients come to Canine Companions because of their reputation, the quality of their dogs, the experience of their training sta and the desire to lead a life with greater independence. The organization is proud to have various chapters and training centers across our nation, with their Northeast Region (Long Island Chapter) located right here on Long Island, in Medford.

Did you know this non-profit runs a Veterans Initiative™? Through this initiative they place service dogs with veterans. Canine Companions’ expertly trained service dogs can perform physical tasks to enhance independence including opening doors, picking up prosthetics and alerting a veteran with hearing loss to important sounds in their environment. With the increase in veterans facing post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), Canine Companions launched a program in 2018 to directly place service dogs with veterans with PTSD. Dogs are trained to identify each veteran’s unique stressors and perform tasks that directly disrupt escalation of symptoms, thus enhancing their quality of life. The dog supports their handler in crowded public situations by creating barriers and distance that might provoke anxiety for individuals with PTSD. Additional tasks such as nightmare interruption, turning on lights and retrieving items are taught to support veterans’ daily lives.

“When I see a veteran with a Canine Companions service dog, it still gives me goosebumps,” said Colonel E. David Woycik Jr., a highly decorated retired Army O cer and an active Canine Companions Board Member. “I see the satisfaction these veterans get...

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the fulfillment of their lives through these dogs. The service dogs are not just partners, they are their right hand, their left hand, their legs and more. We can’t pay the veterans back enough, and I’m proud to be part of an organization serving them.”

Mr. Woycik helped organize a Veterans Day event, Salute Independence , which awards local veterans who continue to serve their communities.

Thanks to his tireless work, this annual event has raised more than $500,000 in total so far to support the organization’s Veterans Initiative™.

If you are a veteran that would like to learn more, please visit www.canine. org, click on Service Dogs and then Veterans.

Looking to make a di erence? You can become a Puppy Raiser with the Long Island Chapter today. Canine Companions volunteer puppy raisers provide specially-bred puppies a safe home, take them to obedience classes, serve up a healthy diet, provide socialization opportunities and give lots of love. Volunteers are warmly welcomed in other capacities as well, such as Front Desk Reception, General O ce Support, Puppy Transporter and Event Support, amongst other fields. Without loyal volunteers, this organization couldn’t fulfill their mission, so they are beyond grateful for each individual that gives their time and e orts to help.

To learn more about these opportunities, please visit www.canine. org or call 631.561.0200.

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Assemblyman Michael Durso (Massapequa Park) is inviting the community to participate in his Annual Pet Food Drive to help families keep their pets out of shelters and remain at home where they belong. The pet food drive will take place through Wednesday, April 5, 2023.

Assemblyman Durso is asking community members and organizations to kindly donate unopened bags of dog and cat food, canned pet food and pet supplies. All items collected will be donated to Baxter’s Pet Pantry, operated by Long Island Cares, which provides free pet food and pet supplies to petowning families in need throughout Long Island.

“Our pets offer us unconditional love and companionship. However, for families on a tight

budget, it can be a struggle to afford these extra costs,” said Durso. “Our annual pet food drive keeps pets healthy, safe, and at home with their family. I invite everyone to join our efforts to help our fury friends in need. Thank you for your continued support!” Donations can be dropped off at his district office located at 512 Park Boulevard in Massapequa Park or at various other locations throughout Nassau and Suffolk Counties.

Donations are being collected at the following locations:

• Assemblyman Durso’s Office: 512 Park Boulevard, Massapequa Park, NY

• Petco 5500 Sunrise Hwy, Massapequa, NY • PetSmart 1208 Deer Park Ave, North Babylon, NY • PetSmart 535 W Montauk

Hwy, West Babylon, NY

• Petco 655 Montauk Hwy, West Babylon, NY • Babylon Library 24 S Carll Ave, Babylon, NY • North Babylon Library 815 Deer Park Ave, North Babylon, NY • West Babylon Library 211 NY-109, West Babylon, NY • West Islip Library 3 Higbie Lane, West Islip, NY

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(Narcan) Training

New York State Assemblyman Michael Durso in partnership with Nassau County Executive Bruce Blakeman and Village of Massapequa Park Mayor Dan Pearl recently hosted a Free Naloxone (Narcan) Training at Massapequa Park Village Hall.

The training was provided by Calle Panakos, Coordinator of Education & Training at Nassau County Office of Mental Health, Chemical Dependency and Developmental Disabilities Services. The program educates participants of overdose risk factors, recognizing and responding to an overdose, and administration of Naloxone (Narcan), the lifesaving antidote that can reverse the fatal effects of an Opioid overdose and save a person’s life.

“Narcan training programs are an essential part of our effort to combat the increase in fentanyl and opioid overdoses and deaths that are plaguing communities throughout Long Island and New York State,” said Durso. “I want to thank all the residents for attending this life-saving training. And a special thank you to Calle Panakos for providing our communities with this vital service.”

If you, or someone you know, are struggling with a mental health or substance use disorder, please call the 24 hour a day, seven day a week Mental Health Substance Abuse Helpline, (516) 227-TALK.

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(Narcan) Training at Massapequa Park Village Hall. Pictured L to R: Nassau County Coordinator of Education & Training Calle Panakos, Town of Oyster Bay Receiver of Taxes Jeffrey Pravato, Village of Massapequa Park Mayor Daniel Pearl, & Assemblyman Michael Durso.

March 2023

Robert Zabbia President, Massapequa Chamber of Commerce

Spring is almost here. January seemed like it had 49 days in it, and February went by pretty fast, and now we are in March. St Paddy’s Day will be here soon, Lacrosse and Baseball have already started, and we had our snowfall for the last days of February. Before you know it, we will have the Chamber’s Community Street Festival, and it will be summer.

Many big events are happening this spring. The Chamber will be participating in two fundraising walks at Marjorie Post Park - one for the Leukemia & Lymphoma Society and the other for the Alzheimer’s Disease Resource Center. These will be great events for you to showcase your business and help some worthwhile causes. We will also be sponsoring a Taste of the Town event with local restaurants (and we have some of the best right here in the Massapequas!) This will serve as a fundraiser for the Massapequa Philharmonic Orchestra. The Chamber and many of our members are also sponsoring a free lifejacket giveaway for children at John J. Burns Park. I want to take this time to highlight that this is the 75th year of the Chamber of Commerce of the Massapequas. Because of the great leadership that I have followed, and the teamwork of our Chamber members and Board, we have not only survived 75 years - including the COVID shutdown - but we have thrived and exceeded over 250 members. In this 75th year and beyond, we will continue to provide rst-class education to local businesses, networking opportunities to meet potential referral partners, and ways for you to show off your business to the public.

This milestone wouldn’t have happened without the continued dedication of our Past Presidents - many of whom have stayed on our Board to ensure that their passion for giving back to the community and helping fellow business owners continues. Our Past Presidents who are still active on the Board include Robert R. Barrett, Denis Monette, Gary Slavin, Anthony Ventiera, Keith Wilson - and the unstoppable Patricia Orzano.

Patty is the heart and soul of the Chamber. For those of you who don’t know Patty, she owned the 7-Eleven on Merrick Road in Massapequa for over 30 years with her late husband Richard. She is our historian, chief fundraiser, and the Chamber mom. Patty makes sure that the Chamber stays true to our mission, gives back to the community, and keeps our traditions alive while we adapt to the modern world.

It is people like Patty who keep our community looking nice, with the many beauti cation projects that she helps lead as part of her many roles in our Chamber. The banners that you see on the telephone poles throughout Massapequa were her idea, and she has maintained them over the years, and takes responsibility for the fundraising to make sure they are in good condition and then changed out for the holiday season.

Every year, Patty leads a dedicated team of volunteers to make sure our Christmas Tree and Menorah Lighting Ceremony is funded. She also heads up the Toys for Tots Drive which is one of the largest on Long Island in cooperation with the 7-Eleven franchisees and company. Patty was named the Grand Marshal of the 2022 Massapequa Street Festival based on her outstanding contributions to this community, and the countless hours she volunteers to the Chamber and other organizations because of her love for the Massapequas. This message is dedicated to her, as she continues to ght her battle with cancer, while still doing all of these things mentioned above. We are always looking for more people to help with any of these projects, and you don’t have to be a Board Member to serve. The reward of giving back to the community will be very ful lling, and if Patty can do all of this while she is ghting the battle of her life - I hope we can get a few people to give up a few hours of their month to give her a hand.

Robert Zabbia

Robert Zabbia, President Massapequa Chamber of Commerce

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We’re back at Mulcahy’s!

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at “Kyla’s Kause”

Kyla, Danielle Margarita-Leonard and Aaron Leonard’s beautiful daughter, is a twelve year old who was diagnosed eleven years ago with Angelman Syndrome, a rare neurologic al condition, which causes severe impairments with speech, movement, and cognition. Proceeds from the event will go directly to Kyla to help cover the ongoing (and lifelong) costs associated with her care

When: Saturday, March 18, 2023

2:00 PM – 6:00 PM

Where: Mulcahy’s Pub & Concert Hall

3232 Railroad Ave Wantagh, NY 11793

What: Food and Open Bar Chinese Auction

5 50/50 e Music by Andy Arowana

EXXCITING NEWS!!

This year's event will be even more special , as Danielle and Aaron have decided t o once again honor and acknowledge another child with Angelman Syndrome at the event.

Meet Jeffray Jeffray is 12 years old and was diagnosed with Angelman Syndrome when he was 3 ½ We are excited to share that Jeffray and his mother, Theresa, will be joining us this year. Your continued support does not go unnoticed, and the Leonards are proud to share the support and love with this special boy and his mother.

If you are unable to attend and would still like to donate : ail a check made payable to “The Kyla M. Leonard Special Needs Trust” to: Denise Naccarato, 316 Seacliff St., Islip Terrace, NY 11752

If you would like to donate raffle items or have questions about the event , please contact: Denise Margarita-Naccarato 631-834-4625 Gregg Jaffe 516-770-5305 Dave Udell 516 -987-4347

Enjoy Corned Beef And Cabbage This St. Patrick’s Day

Corned beef and cabbage might not be a part of many people’s diet regimens throughout the year. But come March 17, it’s not uncommon to find people from all walks of life indulging in this beloved meal. March 17 marks the celebration of St. Patrick, the patron saint of Ireland. Over the years, the day has also become a celebration of the Emerald Isle. Such celebrations tend to feature corned beef

Corned Beef and Cabbage

Serves 6 to 8

Cook a whole brisket with both sections together with all its fat. (You can trim off the fat after the meat is cooked.) Whole brisket and second-cut corned beef brisket are hard to find, but your supermarket should have first-cut corned beef vacuumpacked in plastic. Choose the fattiest piece in the case and treat it gently.

You can cook the cabbage and potatoes in the same water as the corned beef. Because the other vegetables need to be cooked in water that simmers more than the meat, scoop out water from the corned beef pot and cook the vegetables in a separate pot or pots.

1 4- to 5-pound corned beef brisket

1 teaspoon pickling spices

1 head cabbage

2 pounds boiling potatoes

6 to 8 small carrots (optional)

Parsnips (optional)

Turnips (optional)

Directions:

Place the corned beef in a pot that holds at least 5 quarts of water. Cover completely with cold water. Place over high heat and bring to a simmer.

As soon as bubbles start to break on the surface of the water, adjust the heat so the water simmers very, very gently. With a slotted spoon, skim off the residue that accumulates on the surface. When the residue stops coming to the surface, add the pickling spices.

Continue to cook, with bubbles just gently breaking on the surface, for 3 to 4 hours, until fork tender.

The meat can be safely held in its water for about 2 hours; reheat gently.

and cabbage, even though the dish may have little to do with Ireland (and even less to do with St. Patrick). The precise origins of the link between corned beef and St. Patrick’s Day remain a topic of debate, but some historians say the corned beef enjoyed today can be traced to New York City’s Irish immigrant population in the 19th and 20th centuries, who popularized salted meat made from brisket that was then sold by

Jewish butchers.

Regardless of the authenticity of its link to Ireland, corned beef is delicious, and many modern Paddy’s Day celebrants wouldn’t think of going without it on March 17. Those who want to cook up their own can try this recipe for “Corned Beef and Cabbage” from Arthur Schwartz’s “New York City Food” (Stewart, Tabori & Chang).

Cook the vegetables until fork tender in separate pots of boiling fresh water or especially for the cabbage, use some of the water in which the corned beef was cooked.

Slice the corned beef and serve with mustard and/or horseradish on a platter, surrounded with some of the vegetables or with vegetables in a separate bowl.

March Happenings

Items listed are free of charge. Events must be submitted at least two weeks prior to the event date and will run in the calendar on a space available basis. For further information, call 631.226.2636, extension 211 or send events to nataliealmeida@longislandmediagroup.com

WEDNESDAY, MARCH 15

2:00PM-3:00PM

ALZHEIMER'S SOCIAL ENGAGEMENT

The Long Island Chapter of the Alzheimer’s Association will be holding an in-person event called “Memory Cafe” as apart of the Early-Stage Social Engagement Program at The Arbors at Islandia East. To register for the event visit www.alz.org/events.

THURSDAY, MARCH 16

6:30PM-8:30PM

SAINTS DAY SOCIAL

Join us at the Brumidi Lodge to celebrate St. Patrick and St. Joseph. Dinner, refreshments and dessert included. $40 per person, ages 7 and under are free. Contact Karen at 631-943-3622 to purchase tickets in advance.

SATURDAY, MARCH 18

9:00AM-12:00PM

4-LEAF CLOVER 5K RUN/WALK

Rain or shine at the East Moriches Middle School. The first 100 participants are guaranteed a race t-shirt. Contact 516-531-3323 for more information.

11:00AM-2:00PM

LEARNING ABOUT GOUACHE WORKSHOP

Learn about the water-based media Gouache with instructer Beth Drucker. The cost for the workshop which includes materials is $75 per person. Register online at www.theatelieratflowerfield.org/ workshops or call 631-250-9009 for more information.

6:30PM

TALENT SHOW

The Grace United Methodist Church in Lindenhurst will be hosting a talent show. All talents are welcome. Free coffee and cake will be served. A free-will offering will be taken. Call 631-226-8690 for information.

SUNDAY, MARCH 19

1:00PM-2:00PM

ST. PATRICK'S DAY PARADE

Parade begins to form up at noon in the area of the Finley Middle School at Forest Avenue and Dosoris Lane in Glen Cove. It steps off at 1PM and proceeds through the streets of downtown Glen Cove, ending at 70 Glen Street. For more information visit www.glencoveparade.com.

4:00PM

BABYLON CHORALE CONCERT

The Babylon Chorale presents Out of the Darkness - Through the Glass Ceiling, a tribute to women composers in celebration of National Women's History Month. Held at St. Peter's By-The-Sea Episcopal Church in Bay Shore. To purchase tickets visit www.babylonchorale.org or email info@ babylonchorale.org.

TUESDAY, MARCH 21

6:00PM

BUDGET INFORMATION MEETING

The meeting will be held at the North Babylon Public Library.The Board of Trustees of the North Babylon Public Library will hold its March meeting immediately following the Budget Information Meeting. The public is invited to attend. Contact Marc D. Horowitz at 631-669-4020.

SATURDAY, MARCH 25

9:00AM-11:00AM

BREAKFAST WITH THE EASTER BUNNY

Held at Brumidi Lodge Deer Park. Ages 3 and under are free. Ages 4-12, $12 and 13+ are $18. Includes breakfast, toy auction, 50/50 raffle, lottery cash board raffle and crafts. Contact Karen at 631-943-3622 to reserve your seat or table.

10:00AM-1:00PM

FREE HALF DAY KIDS CAMP

Enjoy crafts, stories, a scavenger hunt and lunch at the Community Presbyterian Church in Deer Park. For kids ages 3 to 12 years old. Register by March 22nd. Call 631-242-0221.

11:00AM-4:00PM

ANNUAL MODEL TRAIN SHOW

This show benefits the Smithtown Historical Society for maintenance of farm buildings and animal care. Held at Frank Brush Barn in Smithtown. Admission is $5 for adults and $3 for kids under 12. Contact Vinnie at 631-524-0529.

MONDAY, MARCH 27

10:00-10:45PM

BOOKS IN THE BARN

Held at the newly refurbished barn at the Smithtown Historical Society. Listen to stories about farms, barns and animals. Visit the chickens, bunnies, sheep, ponies and barn cats. Register online at www. smithlib.org/children or call 631-360-2480 ext. 140.

1:00PM

MUSIC LOVER'S CLUB

Enjoy a free musical performance the last Monday of every month through April at the United Methodist Church in Islip, Meeting Room 1. Refreshments to follow. For more information contact Donald Warner at 516993-9032.

TUESDAY, MARCH 28

6:30PM

WANTAGH PRESERVATION SOCIETY MEETING

Interesting "Show &Tell" meeting planned. Bring any Wantagh related items to share information on, or just come and listen. Light refreshments will be served. Contact 516-826-8767 for questions.

NOTICE OF SPECIAL DISTRICT MEETING OF THE AMITYVILLE PUBLIC LIBRARY

BUDGET VOTE AND TRUSTEE ELECTION

APRIL 4, 2023

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 4, 2022, between the hours of 12:00pm (noon) 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 2023-2024, 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, 2023 and expiring on June 30, 2028, as a result of the expiration of the term of office presently held by Anthony Ceriello.

NOTICE IS FURTHER GIVEN that copies of a statement of the estimated library expenses for the fiscal year 2023-2024 may be obtained at the Library and in the Office of the School District Clerk, located at 150 Park Ave., Amityville, NY 11701, daily except Saturday and Sunday, beginning March 13, 2023 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 2023-2024 Library Budget on March 20, 2023. 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 6, 2023. 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) 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 March 28, 2023. 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 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. 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 4, 2023. A list of persons to whom 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 3, 2023. 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 15, 2023

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 REUNIÓN ESPECIAL DEL DISTRITO DE LA BIBLIOTECA PÚBLICA DE AMITYVILLE

VOTACIÓN DEL PRESUPUESTO Y ELECCIÓN DEL FIDEICOMISARIO

4 DE ABRIL DE 2023

POR LA PRESENTE SE NOTIFICA que una Reunión Especial de los votantes calificados del Distrito Escolar Libre de Amityville Union (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 4 de abril, 2022, entre las 12:00 pm (mediodía) y las 9:00 pm, con el propósito de votar sobre los siguientes puntos:

1) Adoptar el presupuesto anual de la Biblioteca Pública de Amityville para el año fiscal 202 3-202 4, 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 de Síndicos por un período de

cinco años que comienza el 1 de julio de 202 3 y termina el 30 de junio de 2028, como resultado de la expiración del mandato que actualmente ocupa Anthony Ceriello.

SE NOTIFICA ADEMÁS que se pueden obtener copias de un estado de los gastos estimados de la biblioteca para el año fiscal 202 3-202 4 en la Biblioteca y en la Oficina del Secretario Administrativo de la Escuela, ubicada en 150 Park Ave., Amityville, NY 11701, todos los días excepto sábados y domingos, a partir del 1 de marzo 3, 2023 entre las 9:00 am y las 4:00 pm.

SE NOTIFICA ADEMÁS que la Bibliotecaorganizará una reunión informativa pública con el fin de discutir el presupuesto propuesto para la Biblioteca 202 3-202 4 el 2 de marzo de 2023. Todos los residentes del Distrito están invitados a asistir a la Biblioteca.

SE NOTIFICA ADEMÁS que los candidatos para el cargo de Fideicomisario de la Junta de Síndicos de la Biblioteca serán nominados por petición. Las peticiones deben presentarse ante el Secretario del Distrito Escolar (dirección arriba), entre las 9:00 am y las 5:00 pm a más tardar el lunes 6 de marzo de 2023. Las formas de petición se pueden obtener del Secretario del Distrito Escolar. Cada petición debe dirigirse al Secretario del Distrito Escolar; debe indicar la dirección del nombre del candidato; debe estar firmada por al menos veinticinco (25) votantes de la Destricta, y enumerar la dirección de cada firmante.

SE NOTIFICA ADEMÁS 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 establece a continuación, salvo que las leyes del Estado de Nueva York dispongan lo contrario. Laregistro está disponible en laoficina del Secretario del Distrito Escolar (dirección anterior) de lunes a viernes, de 9:00 a.m. a 4:00 p.m., hasta el 28 de marzo de 2023. El registro así preparado incluye a todas las personas que se hayan presentado personalmente para su inscripción de conformidad con el presente documento, y a todas las personas que se hayan inscritopreviamente en virtud del presente para una reunión o lección anual o especial, y que hayan votado en cualquier reunión

o reunión anual. lección, celebrada o realizada en cualquier momento dentro de los cuatro (4) años anteriores a la preparación del registro.

SE NOTIFICA ADEMÁS que las solicitudes de lotes de bal en ausenciapueden solicitarse en el Office del Secretario del Distrito Escolar (dirección anterior). Las solicitudes completadas 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 debe entregarse personalmente al votante. Las boletas de voto 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 4 de abril de 2023. Una lista de personas a quienes se les habrán emitido boletas de voto 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.

SE NOTIFICA ADEMÁS que un votante calificado cuya capacidad para presentarse personalmente en el lugar de votación se ve sustancialmente afectada por razones de enfermedad permanente o discapacidad física, y cuyo registro de registro ha sido marcado como “permanentemente discapacitado” por la Junta Electoral de conformidad con las disposiciones de la Ley de Educación, tendrá derecho a recibir una boleta de voto en ausencia sin hacer solicitudes separadas por lo tanto.

Se notifica además que los votantes militares que no están actualmente registrados 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 por 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 3 de marzo de 2023. No se realizará ningún escrutinio de boleta militar a menos que sea recibida por la Oficina del Secretario del Distrito Escolar a más tardar a las 5:00 p.m. el día de la elección.

Fechado: Amityville, New York Febrero 15, 2023

POR ORDEN DE LA JUNTA DE FIDEICOMISARIOS DE LA BIBLIOTECA PÚBLICA DE AMITYVILLE, BABYLON CIUDAD DE SUFFOLK COUNTY , Y CIUDAD DE OYSTER BAY, NASSAU COUNTY, NEW YORK

POR SECRETARIO DE DISTRITO AMITYVILLE UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT, PUEBLO DE BABYLON, CONDADO DE SUFFOLK, PUEBLO DE OYSTER BAY, CONDADO DE NASSAU, NUEVA YORK

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Accessing Schooling Options

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Stop & Shop Kicks Off 22nd Annual

‘Help Cure Childhood Cancer’ Campaign

Stop & Shop kicks off its annual ‘Help Cure Childhood Cancer’ campaign. Through April 2, Stop & Shop customers in the tri-state area will be able to support MSK Kids, the pediatric program at Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center (MSK). The annual fundraiser, which celebrates its 22nd anniversary this year, raises money to support pediatric cancer care, treatment, and research. Stop & Shop has donated more than $28 million to MSK Kids since the partnership began more than two decades ago. It has supported numerous initiatives not only impacting children and families treated at MSK Kids, but also across the globe through development of cellbased therapies and other innovative, life-saving treatments.

Stop & Shop’s Help Cure Childhood Cancer campaign will run in all New York, New Jersey and Southern Connecticut stores and shoppers can donate at checkout by rounding up their total to the nearest dollar or by donating an additional $1, $3, or $5, with 100% of proceeds benefiting MSK Kids.

“Every year, we look forward to our customers’ and associates’ participation in helping us raise funds for pediatric cancer research and care,”

said Stop & Shop President, Gordon Reid. “Helping in the fight against pediatric cancer is a key pillar of giving for Stop & Shop, and we take immense pride in supporting the life changing work at Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center.”

One of the most recognizable aspects of the campaign is the in-store signage that highlights patient ambassadors - local children ages 3-15 who are being or have been treated at MSK Kids and have benefited from donations

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The year’s ambassadors are seven-year-old Madison of Cortlandt Manor, NY, and nine-year-old Freja of Fair Haven, NJ.

MSK Kids is dedicated to all children, young adults, and families facing childhood cancer. With specialized expertise and care focused on the individual child, more families turn to MSK Kids for cancer care than any other hospital in the United

Polar Plunge Returns To TOBAY Beach March 25th

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Lou Imbroto invite residents to be “Freezin’ for a Reason” at the annual Polar Plunge benefitting Special Olympics New York on Saturday, March 25th 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 9:30 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.

New York Blood Center Declares First Blood Emergency Of 2023 Bad Weather, Cold And Flu Season And More Are Causing A Drop In Blood Donations

New York Blood Center (NYBC) declared the first blood emergency of 2023. The blood emergency is due to several evolving factors, including recent poor weather, school breaks and cold and flu season. Last month, NYBC and its divisions across the nation received 6,000 fewer blood donations than the year prior and blood donations are 12% below hospital and patient needs. The number of blood donations still are not back to pre-pandemic

levels. Compounding the problem is a continued lag in first-time and youth donors, which remain about half of pre-pandemic levels. And while New Yorkers are returning to in-person work, office and community blood drives and visits to NYBC Donor Centers are significantly down. People working from home had an easier time donating in our donor centers, but we’re seeing a dramatic decrease at our centers.

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In addition to whole blood donors, platelet donors are urgently needed. With a shelf life of just 7 days, NYBC relies on dedicated platelet donors to help patients undergoing chemotherapy, those with bleeding disorders, new mothers, and more.

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“On behalf of all of us at MSK Kids, I thank Stop & Shop for its unwavering commitment to pediatric cancer research and care,” said Andrew Kung, MD, PhD, Chair of the Department of Pediatrics at Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center. “The dedication and generosity of the entire Stop & Shop community provides the resources necessary for our physicians and

For more information about Stop & Shop’s Help Cure Childhood Cancer campaign, please visit https://stopandshop. com/pages/help-curechildhood-cancer.

About Stop & Shop

A neighborhood grocer for more than 100 years, Stop & Shop offers a wide assortment with a focus on fresh, healthy options

at a great value. Stop & Shop’s GO Rewards loyalty program delivers personalized offers and allows customers to earn points that can be redeemed for gas or groceries every time they shop. Stop & Shop customers can choose how and where they want to shop - whether it’s instore or online for delivery or same day pickup. The company is committed to making an impact in its communities by fighting hunger, supporting our troops, and investing in pediatric cancer research to help find a cure. The Stop & Shop Supermarket Company LLC is an

Ahold Delhaize USA Company and employs 58,000 associates and operates more than 400 stores throughout Massachusetts, Connecticut, Rhode Island, New York and New Jersey. To learn more about Stop & Shop, visit www.stopandshop.com.

About Memorial Sloan Kettering (MSK)

The people of Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center (MSK) are united by a singular purpose: to find a cure for cancer. Our specialized care teams provide personalized, compassionate, expert care to patients of all

ages. Informed by basic research done at our Sloan Kettering Institute, scientists across MSK collaborate to conduct innovative translational and clinical research that is driving a revolution in our understanding of cancer as a disease and improving the ability to prevent, diagnose, and treat it. MSK is dedicated to training the next generation of scientists and clinicians, who go on to pursue our mission at MSK and around the globe. One of the world’s most respected comprehensive centers devoted exclusively to cancer, we have been recognized as one of the

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Grand Ave., Lindenhurst

Commander Ave., W. Babylon

4th Ave., W. Babylon

32nd St., Lindenhurst

Mark Pl., Nesconset

Kent Pl., Amity Harbor

Western Ln., Wantagh

15th St., W. Babylon

Linton Ave., Lindenhurst

Prairie Ln., Lindenhurst

Hofstra Dr., Greenlawn

Mitchell Ave., Babylon

Dogwood Ave., W. Hempstead

Everdell Ave., West Islip

White St., N. Babylon

Kensington Ct., Copiague

Pecan St., Lindenhurst

E. Highland Ave., Massapequa

37th St., Lindenhurst

Surf St., Lindenhurst

Linton Ave., Lindenhurst

W. 4th St., Patchogue

W. Alhambra Ave., Lindenhurst

Leibrock Ave., Lindenhurst

Swan Dr., Massapequa

Eastlake Ave., Massapequa Park

Avon Dr., Amityville

N. 6thSt., Lindenhurst

W. Granada Ave., Lindenhurst

Shore Rd., Lindenhurst

Newcastle Ct., Ridge

August Rd., N. Babylon

S. 2nd St., Lindenhurst

17th St., W. Babylon

Cranberry St., Central Islip

S. 29th St., Wyandanch

Waco St., Lindenhurst

Frederick Ave., Merrick

White St., N. Babylon

Riviera Pkwy., Lindenhurst

W. 3rd St., Deer Park

Heathcote Rd., Lindenhurst

Clocks Blvd., Massapequa

Beachview St., Copiague

Washington Blvd., N. Bellmore

N. Broome Ave., Lindenhurst

Dakota St., Ronkonkoma

Connecticut Ave., Massapequa

S. 19th St, Wyandanch

West Ct., West Islip

Bellmore Ave., Bellmore

E. Lido Prom., Lindenhurst

Merrick Rd., Massapequa

Townhouse Vlg. Dr., Hauppauge

S. 8th St., Lindenhurst

Huron St., Port Jefferson

West End Ave., Freeport

Clove Ct., Seaford

Willetts Ln., West Islip

Centre Ave., Lindenhurst

Linton Ave., Lindenhurst

W. Riviera, Lindenhurst

S. 15th St., Lindenhurst

Fulton St., Deer Park

Jamaica Ave., Wyandanch

Granada Pkwy., Lindenhurst

N. Indiana Ave., Lindenhurst

E. Montauk Hwy., Lindenhurst

N. Jefferson Ave., Lindenhurst

E. Marine Ave., Lindenhurst

N. 4th St., Lindenhurst

W. Minerva Rd., Lindenhurst

Great Neck Rd., Amityville

Chelsea Ave., W. Babylon

Asbury Dr., Smithtown

Bergen Ct., Copiague

Macarthur Ln., Smithtown

Deauville Pkwy., Lindenhurst

E. Clearview Rd., Lindenhurst

Heathcote Rd., Lindenhurst

N. Emerson Ave., Copiague

Coolidge Ave., Amity Harbor

S. 13th St., Lindenhurst

Frederick Ave., Merrick

Spruce St., Lindenhurst

S. 5th St., Lindenhurst

W. 2nd St., Deer Park

Louis St., N. Massapequa

Willow Ln., Lindenhurst

W. 1st St., Deer Park

Fulton St., Deer Park

Hayes Rd., Amity Harbor

Rhoda Ave., N. Babylon

Naragansett Vil. Dr., Lindy

L.I. Ave., Wyandanch

S. 2nd St., Lindenhurst

Booker Blvd., Amityville

June Walk, Long Beach

Paci c St., Massapequa Park

S. Wellwood Ave., Lindenhurst

Edmunton Dr., N. Babylon

16th St., W. Babylon

W. Montauk Hwy., Lindenhurst

Chelsea Ave., W. Babylon

Round Swamp Rd., Plainview

E. Lido Pkwy., Lindenhurst

Violet St., Massapequa Park

Ketcham Ave., Amityville

S. Broome Ave., Lindenhurst

225th St., Cambria Heights

E. June St., Lindenhurst

Cedar St., Lindenhurst

Herbert Ave., Lindenhurst

Tompkins Ave., Babylon

Patricia Ln., Patchogue

Larsen Dr., Amityville

Steven St., Oceanside

28th St., Copiague

Cherry St., Massapequa

Granada Pkwy., Lindenhurst

E. Clearwater Rd., Lindenhurst

14th St., W. Babylon

W. Lido Pkwy., Lindenhurst

Doges Prom., Lindenhurst

Rockaway St., West Islip

16th St., W. Babylon

Cedar Pl., Massapequa Park

W. Hampton Rd., Lindenhurst

Ruth St., West Islip

Harbor Rd., Amityville

S. 9th St., Lindenhurst

Trolley Ln.,