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Friday, March 8, 2024
Vol. 84, No.10
SERVING PLAINVIEW, HICKSVILLE, AND LEVITTOWN
NATIONAL MERIT FINALISTS
Bethpage seniors Ankur Raghavan (middle right) and Arsh Singh (middle left) were recognized as finalists in the 2024 National Merit Scholarship Program. Pictured with Superintendent of Schools Dave Schneider (left) and Bethpage High School Principal Nicholas Jantz (right). Photo courtesy of the Bethpage Union Free School District Seniors Ankur Raghavan and Arsh Singh from Bethpage High School were recently named finalists in the prestigious National Merit Scholarship Program. The two students are among 15,000 finalists who will continue in the competition with the hopes of receiving a Merit Scholarship award. In the fall of 2023, both Raghavan and Singh were rec-
ognized as semifinalists in the program based on their outstanding scores on the 2022 Preliminary SAT/National Merit Scholarship Qualifying Test. To earn the finalist title, the students had to submit a scholarship application with additional details such as their academic record and an essay. As finalists, both Raghavan and Singh earned a Certificate of Merit.
This year, approximately 7,140 National Merit Scholarships will be presented to students based on their abilities, skills and accomplishments. According to the National Merit Scholarship Corporation, about half of the finalists are expected to win a scholarship and earn the Merit Scholar title.
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Major upgrades underway at TOB golf course A $5 million upgrade is underway at the Town of Oyster Bay's Hon. Joseph Colby Golf Course in Woodbury. Improvements include new tee boxes on all 18 holes along with a new irrigation system for the entire course. The course will open to the public on April 1st, however, all holes will be played with temporary tees until early June when the new tee boxes are completed. The irrigation replacement project will continue throughout the season; however, the course will remain open with little interruption. “We strive to deliver a great experience for all golfers at our course and these improvements will certainly enhance the playing experience once complete,” said Town Supervisor Joseph Saladino. “Make your reservation, enjoy the beautiful course and spend the day in the Town of Oyster Bay.” Registration is now underway for the 2024 golf season. The Honorable Joseph Colby Town of Oyster Bay Golf Course is situated on 121-acres of Long Island’s coveted Gold Coast. It is a challenging 18-hole, par 70, championship golf course that features meticulously manicured greens complete with cascading waterfalls, narrow fairways, water holes, sand and grass bunkers, as well as a putting green. Completing the scene is a turn-of-thecentury mansion that offers a state-of-the-art catering venue that sits majestically in the heart of our beautiful golf course. The ambience of this one-time Gold Coast estate is rich with elegance and hospitality, but updated with modern amenities. People can enjoy a round of golf as well as the incredible setting while dining outdoors course side or hosting a private event. Visitors are welcome to utilize the Lucas Golf Center at the Oyster Bay Driving Range and Pro Shop, under the management of PGA Director of Golf Bob Miller, which offers a full range of golf services. Instruction is available for all levels of golfing ability, beginner through advanced. Golfers can inquire about private lessons, group lessons and clinics at the practice range and on the course. The Pro Shop is stocked with brand name merchandise for all your golfing needs. For more information on instruction, driving range hours and the Pro Shop, please visit www.LucasGolfCenter.com or call (516) 364-3600 to speak to a PGA professional.
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