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Surreptitious recording?

To the Editor: Several weeks ago, a community member informed me that a Jericho Central Office administrator surreptitiously recorded a private conversation – of which that administrator had no part – between me and a Jericho high school student following our February Board meeting.  I do not know this administrator’s intent in doing this.  I do not know if this... READ MORE >

Jericho Hall of Fame induction April 4th

The 32th Annual Jericho Hall of Fame Is schedule for Thursday, April 4 at the Jericho Public Library at 7PM. All are invited.   Inductees and year of graduation Jordon Cita – Professional soccer player for the Colorado Rapids, Real Salt Lake, and NY  Red Bulls 2000 Keith Horn – Financial executive, advisor and mentor to organizations 1976 Randye Ringler... READ MORE >

Girl Scouts honor Jericho resident for leadership

Girl Scouts of Nassau County (GSNC) recently held its third annual Legacy Brunch on Friday, March 15 at The Heritage Club in Farmingdale. The event honored Allie McCormick of Jericho among four other Girl Scout champions who are making an impact in their community. This event brought together generations of Girl Scouts and their supporters to celebrate the impact the... READ MORE >

This Week at the Syosset Public Library

The Grandly Irrepressible Maggie Smith (In-Person) Thursday, March 28, at 2:00 p.m. Maggie Smith is one of the most famous and distinguished actresses, noted for her poignancy and wit in comic roles. She has received two Academy Awards, a Tony award, four Emmy Awards, is a Dame Commander of the British Empire as well as Companion of Honour. She has... READ MORE >

Town honors seniors for environmental work

[caption id="attachment_35710" align="aligncenter" width="577"] Oyster Bay Town Supervisor Joseph Saladino (front row sixth from left) and his colleagues on the Town Board recently recognized students from Bethpage and Syosset High Schools for advancing an environmental initiative known as ReWild Long Island, a native planting project supporting sustainable landscaping, biodiversity and climate resilience. The students researched...... READ MORE >

Town awarded grant for new pickleball courts

New pickleball courts will be coming soon to Plainview-Old Bethpage Community Park, the Town of Oyster Bay announced this week. Due to popular demand, the Town is constructing two new pickleball courts in the park with the assistance of $75,000 in New York State grant funds secured by Assemblyman Blumencranz. “Pickleball is a fun sport for all ages that combines... READ MORE >

Free musical performances planned for local libraries

The Town of Oyster Bay’s Distinguished Artists Concert Series will continue this spring 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 Town Councilwoman Vicki Walsh. “I encourage residents to take advantage of these wonderful performances offered by the Town for free... READ MORE >

Town to upgrade playgrounds in parks

The Town of Oyster Bay has received a $250,000 grant from New York State for the Town of Oyster Bay to build new playgrounds. These grant funds will be utilized to replace outdated playgrounds with new ones in Plainview-Old Bethpage Community Park and at Roundtree Drive Park. Playgrounds at these parks will be replaced with new, state-of-the-art playgrounds that include swings. ... READ MORE >

Upcoming Events at the Jericho Public Library

Friday, March 22nd 10:30am Art Explorers Start your child’s art education with this simple introduction to art! Dress for a mess! Saturday, March 23rd 10:30 Itty Bitty Bookworms  Join us for this interactive program of rhymes, songs, stories and more!  Monday, March 25th 2pm Hybrid: Art Lecture – Hidden Treasures at the Metropolitan Museum of Art with Mary Maguire The Metropolitan... READ MORE >

POB seniors celebrate St. Patrick’s Day

[caption id="attachment_35623" align="aligncenter" width="724"] Nassau County Legislature Deputy Minority Leader Arnold W. Drucker (D – Plainview) joined the Plainview-Old Bethpage Senior Citizens Club on Friday, March 15, for its annual St. Patrick’s Day luncheon.Photo courtesy of the Office of Deputy Minority Leader Arnold W. Drucker[/caption]... READ MORE >