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Friday, September 6, 2024
Vol. 84, No. 36
Syosset street renamed to honor fallen cop
Local officials gathered recently to rename a Syosset street in honor of fallen Nassau County Police Detective Lieutenant Christopher Cizmarik, who died while in the line of duty as a result of cancer he developed working at Ground Zero on 9/11.
9/11 Memorial Ceremony The Town of Oyster Bay invites residents to join them at the Town’s Annual September 11th Memorial Ceremony scheduled for Monday, September 9, at 7:00 p.m. at TOBAY Beach. “This year marks the 23rd anniversary of the tragic events of September 11th,
2001, and to honor those we have lost we invite all residents to join us at our annual September 11th Memorial Ceremony. This remembrance ceremony features music, religious readings, a light tribute, and a reading of the names inscribed on the Town’s 9/11 wall,” said
Town Supervisor Joseph Saladino. “We will also unveil new names inscribed on the town’s ‘Walls of Honor,’ recognizing those who made the ultimate sacrifice due to 9/11-related illness.” The town’s 9/11 Memorial - featuring a steel beam See page 8
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Local officials gathered on August 29 to rename a Syosset street in honor of fallen Nassau County Police Detective Lieutenant Christopher Cizmarik, who died while in the line of duty as a result of cancer he developed after being exposed to toxins while working at Ground Zero in the aftermath of the 9/11 attacks on America. Members of the Town of Oyster Bay Board, as well as other local officials joined Nassau County Police Commissioner Patrick Ryder as well as hundreds of officers in blue attended the ceremony. “The Town of Oyster Bay and Nassau County never forget its hometown heroes, especially the brave men and women of law enforcement, who rush into danger when answering the call for help from fellow citizens. We are proud to honor the life and service of Detective Lieutenant Christo-
pher Cizmarik, who exemplified what it means to sacrifice while helping others,” said Town Supervisor Joseph Saladino. “Christopher loved our community, and will always be remembered for his bravery. This street, in the neighborhood where he lived for many years, will forever serve as a reminder of his sacrifice and his extraordinary life. When people pass by this block, they will forever remember Detective Lieutenant Christopher Cizmarik as an exemplary first responder.” Christopher embarked upon his law enforcement career with the New York City Housing Authority Police in 1989 before starting with the Nassau County Police Department in 1992. Like many of his fellow first responders, he worked tirelessly in the days and weeks following the 9/11 attacks on America. Christopher was born in FebSee page 8
New bubble tea shop welcomed in Syosset BY RIKKI MASSAND
Last Friday, a group of Yelp Elite influencers joined the Syosset Woodbury Chamber of Commerce and Long Island officials to welcome YAAAS Tea, a new bubble tea and dessert shop, to the community. The grand opening and ribbon cutting ceremony on August 30
attracted over 100 people, marking the official start of YAAAS Tea’s business in Syosset. To celebrate, the shop offered a weekend promotion of 50% off all cold beverages and a free gift, advertised on their social media with the tagline “Share the Sweet Moment! New York State Sen. Steven Rhoads, Town of Oyster Bay CounSee page 8
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