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th 35 Anniversar y
January 13 - 19, 2021
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Town of Oyster Bay Supervisor Joseph Saladino (far left) with Mahesh Khadka and his wife (Photo courtesy of the Town of Oyster Bay)
Hicksville Resident Recognized For Volunteerism
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yster Bay Town Supervisor Joseph Saladino recently presented a citation to Mahesh Khadka of Hicksville for his active volunteerism. During this COVID-19 pandemic, Khadka coordinated a blood drive on behalf of the New York chapter of the Non-Resident Nepali Association (NRNA). He also raised charitable funds and donated protective gowns, masks, sanitizer, over-the-counter medications and groceries to impacted families throughout Long Island. Khadka has distributed similar goods to more than 550 families made available through social service organizations. The Town of Oyster Bay is proud to recognize his volunteerism and acts of kindness. See the rest of the story on page 21.
Vaccine On The Brain
County Executive: Top priority for 2021 (See pages 3, 4)
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Arlene Ramirez, RN, was the first Northwell Health employee to receive the Moderna vaccine on Dec. 21. (Photo courtesy of Northwell Health)
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Eight great reasons why kids should play tennis (See page 38)