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feet by expanding outdoor dining through 2022. This expanded outdoor dining initiative will greatly assist the food service industry at a time in which they need it the most. Earlier this year, the National Restaurant Association indicated that nearly 100,000 restaurants nationwide have closed as a result of the pandemic, even despite governmentfunded financial assistance.

“We have worked tirelessly since this pandemic began to help location businesses come back safely and efficiently,” Supervisor Saladino said.

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Upcoming Charity Hockey Game Will Benefit Project9line & The Long Island Warriors Tickets Now Available For This Toast Your Hero Classic In 2020, Blue Point Brewing launched the aptly coined ‘Toast Your Hero’ campaign as a way to thank frontline workers and hometown heroes at the start of the pandemic.

Blue Point’s famous blue fire truck made its way throughout Long Island delivering beer and food to those nominated on social media for their acts of kindness and generosity when the community needed it most.

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TOWN TO HOST FOODIE WEEK - To help restaurants recover from the harsh economic realities of the pandemic and provide a family-fun outing for residents, Supervisor Joseph Saladino and the Town Board announce that Foodie Week – a unique opportunity for dining establishments to showcase their world-class culinary hotspots – will take place from December 5th to December 12th.

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To help restaurants recover from the harsh economic realities of the pandemic and provide a family-fun outing for residents, Supervisor Joseph Saladino and the Town Board announce that Foodie Week – a unique opportunity for dining establishments to showcase their world-class culinary hotspots – will take place from December 5th to December 12th. This week-long extravaganza will highlight the finest culinary creations local chefs, bakers, and artisans have to offer. The announcement was made at Butera’s Restaurant of Woodbury, who will participate in Foodie Week and serve as this year’s Restaurant Sponsor.

Supervisor Saladino stated, “This unique opportunity offers local dining establishments a chance to showcase their world-class culinary hotspots, and highlights the finest culinary creations local chefs, bakers and artisans have to offer. We hope the return of Foodie Week will continue to positively impact your business while providing

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“From hosting our annual Salute to Veterans Concert to the Hometown Heroes Banner Program, the Town of Oyster Bay is committed to honoring our Veterans,” Supervisor Saladino said. “I invite residents to join me in this mission by helping to bring the comforts of home to Veterans living at the Northport VA and making a donation to our collection drive this

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At the conclusion of a two-week campaign prior to the Bethpage Annual Turkey Drive which supports Island Harvest, NICE delivered 10 pallets of canned and dried goods – more than 5,000 items which is the equivalent of 37 full shopping carts – donated by NICE employees as well as NICE Bus riders through collection boxes at its Garden City center and the Hempstead Transit Center.

Additionally, $6,000 in cash was donated by NICE’s 850 employees and $1,000 worth of frozen turkeys was provided as a contribution from NICE. “NICE Bus and its employees are dedicated to supporting the residents of Nassau County in ways which go beyond just

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“We are grateful for the generosity and efforts by our longtime partner NICE Bus in collecting muchneeded food and funds to help our neighbors across Nassau County who are struggling just to put food on their tables,” said Randi Shubin Dresner, President & CEO, Island Harvest Food Bank. “It is partnerships like these that allow us to continue

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“When I learned that the Northport VA has a ‘Wish List’ of items their Veterans need, I knew Supervisor Saladino and the Town Board would spring into action with me to help ensure these needs are met,” Town Clerk LaMarca said. “I thank them for partnering with me to organize this critical initiative, and I thank the residents of our wonderful Town in advance for their

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Central Boulevard Elementary School in Bethpage partnered with the local Knights of Columbus on Nov. 23 to provide approximately 30

Thanksgiving baskets of food.

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pan. While the event was canceled last year due to the pandemic, students were excited to lend a helping hand to families in need.

BASKETS OF FOOD FOR FAMILIES IN NEED - Students at Central Boulevard Elementary School in Bethpage teamed up with the local Knights of Columbus on Nov. 23 to provide Thanksgiving baskets of food for families in need. Photo courtesy of Bethpage Union Free School District

Making ‘Cards for Cops’ During the month of November, students at Central Boulevard Elementary School in Bethpage took part in Beyond the Badge’s program: Cards for Cops.

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Thoughtful Thursday, students in Barbara Cataldi’s second grade class colored their own cards and wrote an encouraging message to police officers on Nov. 18.

Syosset High School Honors 24 Student-Athletes at Annual Commitment Day

Syosset High School celebrated its studentathletes at the high school’s annual Athlete Commitment Day on Wednesday, November 10, 2021. Two dozen of Syosset’s most distinguished studentathletes committed to play their respective sports at the collegiate level during a ceremony held outside on the multipurpose artificial turf field. Syosset Director of Athletics, PE and Recreation Drew Cronin and boys varsity lacrosse coach John Calabria hosted the annual event attended by family, administration, faculty and coaches.

Superintendent of Schools Dr. Thomas Rogers, along with the students’ coaches, commended the student-athletes on their character, dedication and achievement and recognized the students’ families for supporting them throughout their journey to becoming a collegiate athlete. “We have a tremendous athletic department and top-notch athletes. This has been a goal for all of them to reach, and now they’re finally here,” said Calabria.

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Coaches then recognized each of the student-athletes for their performance and dedication and extended their gratitude to the parents of the students and the administration for their support of the athletic program.

The District would like to congratulate the following student-athletes: Luca Accardo – Lacrosse – High Point University Erica Borzone – Volleyball – Bentley University Jackson Bullaro – Baseball – University of Scranton Marco Clara – Baseball – Manhattanville College Kiera Corcoran – Lacrosse – SUNY Oneonta Luca Cutolo – Lacrosse – Quinnipiac University

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• How people with ASD make wonderful employees and how to hire and integrate them as part of your team • De-escalation techniques and behaviors to avoid • Effective communication techniques to help keep their anxiety level down • Strategies to help them cope with any situation Their trainings also have someone with ASD attending for role playing scenarios and interaction. Upon completion of the course, you will be more confident in identifying ASD behaviors, understanding effective engagement and communication techniques, and successfully interacting with someone with ASD. Your business, organization, daycare, etc. will be deemed Autism friendly.

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HAILEY RICHMAN POBJFKHS student Hailey Richman, grade 9, has been nominated for a Power of Children Award. Photo courtesy of Plainview-Old Bethpage Central School District memory care facilities as they solve puzzles together.

Through her organization, she has helped collect 36,000 puzzles and distributed over 5,000 to nursing homes. Her efforts helped raise over $25,000 for Alzheimer’s research.

Before the pandemic stopped visits to facilities, the program had expanded to 36 states and four

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From a young age, Hailey became a caretaker for her grandmother who had been diagnosed with Alzheimer’s disease. They worked jigsaw puzzles together, and Hailey experienced the value of puzzles for people experiencing dementia. She discovered that completing puzzles gave them a rare sense of accomplishment and, according to some studies, can slow the disease’s progression.

By being nominated, Hailey will receive a $2,500 grant, partial four-year college scholarship to one of three Indiana universities, and recognition in an exhibit at The Children’s Museum of Indianapolis.

Hailey is using the money from the award grant to supply puzzles to memory care facilities and to help publish a book she authored with guidance for youth caregivers.

Oyster Bay Town Receiver of Taxes Jeff Pravato recently announced that residents may apply for New York State property tax exemptions from now through January 3, 2022.

Homeowners wishing to receive exemptions on their 2022-2023 School taxes and 2023 General taxes must file with the Nassau County Department of Assessment or New York State prior to the January 3rd deadline.

“I want to make sure that every resident who is eligible, whether they’re a senior citizen, veteran, new homeowner, volunteer firefighter/EMT, person with a disability, or person renovating/ improving their home, get the opportunity to take advantage of the available exemptions,” Receiver Pravato stated. “There are many exemptions available to qualified residents and homeowners, so I urge those interested to contact my office for further assistance parsing through the matter.”

Exemptions, resulting in property tax savings, are available to qualified residents for the following categories: • School Tax Relief Program (STAR)- Residents may receive only one of the following: o STAR Credit- the STAR Program has been

changed by New York State. New recipients, and current recipients whose annual income is between $250,000 and $500,000, will be issued a check directly from New York State instead of receiving a school property tax exemption. The amount of the benefit will be the same. You cannot receive both the credit and the exemption.

Register with New York State by telephone at (518) 4572036 or online at www.tax. ny.gov/pit/property/star/ default.htm. o Basic STAR Property Tax Exemptionthis program provides an exemption from school property taxes for owner-occupied, primary residences with an annual household income of less than $250,000. Current Basic Star Exemption recipients will keep their exemption as long as they continue to own their current home. o Enhanced STAR Property Tax Exemption/ Credit- this exemption is available to senior citizen homeowners who are 65 years of age or older during the year in which the exemption takes effect, and whose annual income does not exceed $92,000. Senior citizens whose annual income exceeds $92,000 will still be eligible for the Basic STAR Exemption/

Credit. Current Enhanced Star Exemption recipients will keep their exemption as long as they continue to own their current home.

Recipients must enroll in the Income Verification Program.

• Senior Citizen exemption provides a tax savings for individuals over the age of 65, whose income is less than $37,400. To participate and receive this tax savings (between 5% and up to 50% reduction on certain county, town and school district property taxes) specific qualification criteria must be met.

• V e t e r a n s Exemptions are for those individuals who rendered service to our country. The eligibility to receive this exemption and amount to be exempted depends upon the time, duration and type of service, along with other criteria.

• Cold War Veterans Exemption is for veterans who served during the Cold War period. The Law also provides an additional exemption to disabled veterans.

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Plainview-Old Bethpage John F. Kennedy High School student Hailey Richman, grade 9, has been nominated for a Power of Children Award, presented annually by The Children’s Museum of Indianapolis.

The award recognizes and rewards students in grades 6-11 who are improving the lives of others through a selfless commitment to service and the betterment of their local communities, villages and cities around the world. Hailey was awarded this honor for work she did in the 20202021 school year, when she was just an 8th grader at Howard B. Mattlin Middle School.

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In order to spread holiday spirit throughout the Plainview-Old Bethpage community, the Plainview Water District (PWD) is once again proud to partner with the Toys for Tots Foundation, sponsored by the U.S. Marine Corps Reserve. The PWD headquarters, located at 10 Manetto Hill Road, will serve as an official drop-off location for the foundation. The District encourages residents to donate new and unwrapped gifts to help less fortunate children, “With so facing difficulties throughout this last 18 months or so, many of our neighbors

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We encourage all those able to support this program in PlainviewOld Bethpage to help us bring some joy to children in need this year.”

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Oyster Bay Town Councilman Lou Imbroto announced that the Town’s outdoor ice skating rinks at Marjorie R. Post and SyossetWoodbury Community Parks have officially opened for the season.

“Ice skating is a fun activity for residents of all ages to enjoy, and the Town’s outdoor ice rinks provide the perfect setting to relax, unwind, and take in the wonderful winter atmosphere,” said Councilman Imbroto.

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It is equal to the amount of any increase in value of property attributable to improvements made for the purpose of facilitating and accommodating the use and accessibility of the property.

• H o m e Improvements Exemption is an eight-year decreasing exemption on alterations, reconstructions or improvements that increase the assessed value of a one or two family home. In the first year, 100% of the assessed value of the improvement is exempt. In the second year, 87.5%, in the third year, 75% and so on. Certain eligibility requirements must be met to participate in this program.

• First-Time Home Buyers of Newly Constructed Homes may apply for and receive a partial real property tax exemption. The maximum

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exemption is offered over five years, starting with a 50% exemption the first year and phasing to 10% in the fifth and final year.

Homebuyers are subject to certain price and income limits set by the State of New York Mortgage Agency (SONYMA).

• Vo l u n t e e r Firefighter and Ambulance Worker Exemption is available to eligible firefighters and ambulance workers. Up to 10% reduction in the assessed value of their property can be obtained to volunteers who have served at least five years in a Town of Oyster Bay Fire Department in which they reside. Certain eligibility requirements must be met to participate in this program.

Receiver Pravato advises homeowners who are interested in obtaining an exemption, to contact

the Nassau County Department of Assessment at (516) 571-1500, where they can obtain additional information and applications. They may visit the County Assessor’s office at 240 Old Country Road, Mineola, New York 11501. However, first time applicants, or residents

with an income between $250,000 and $500,000, for the STAR Credit must contact New York State directly to register by telephone at (518) 4572036 or online at www.tax. ny.gov/pit/property/star/ default.htm.

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Property Tax Law. • Persons With Disabilities and Limited Incomes Partial Property Tax Exemption is available to eligible applicants who have a physical or mental impairment, not due to use of alcohol or illegal drug use, that substantially limits that person’s ability to engage in one or more major life activities. The requirements to qualify are based on the person’s disability, ownership, residency and occupancy status, and income.

Persons with incomes less than $37,400 can qualify to receive an exemption from 5% to 50% of the assessed value.

• H o m e Improvement Tax Reductions Program for the Physically Disabled is granted to those persons who are physically disabled and meet certain criteria.

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