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Friday, April 19, 2024
Vol. 84, No. 16
SERVING PLAINVIEW, HICKSVILLE, AND LEVITTOWN
LEARNING ABOUT LAW
On April 9, Legislator John Ferretti welcomed the entire 5th grade of Abbey Lane Elementary School in Levittown to the Theodore Roosevelt Legislative Building for a tour highlighting the history of the building and a Q and A about local government. The group was also visited by Legislator Tom McKevitt, who represents part of Levittown, as well as County Executive Bruce Blakeman. Over 120 students from four different classes in the school attended.
Free Family Fun Spring Festival The Town of Oyster Bay will be holding its Spring Festival on Saturday, April 20, from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. at Syosset-Woodbury Community Park, located on Jericho Turnpike in Woodbury. The Spring Festival will once again feature free activi-
ties such as inflatables, games, refreshments, a petting zoo, multiple photo opportunities and so much more! Additionally, food truck vendors will be on-site with specialties available for purchase. “This free family-fun Spring Festival brings together local
families for games, bounce houses and a petting zoo. There’s no better way to enjoy a beautiful day at our park while celebrating the arrival of spring with a full afternoon of family-friendly activities and attractions,” said Town SuperSee page 12
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Town moratorium on battery storage systems The Town of Oyster Bay hasapproved a six-month moratorium on the establishment of Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS) in the Town of Oyster Bay. “While these battery storage systems have been identified as playing a critical role in achieving climate goals by New York State, they are not without their potential safety risks as various concerns have been recently exposed,” said Town Supervisor Joseph Saladino. “Four fires at BESS facilities in New York State have highlighted these dangers and have raised concerns over public safety and the safety of first responders.” Battery Energy Storage Systems have been populating New
York State in recent years. BESS facilities utilize rechargeable batteries that can store energy from different sources and discharge it when needed. They consist of one or more batteries that can be used to balance the entire grid, provide backup power, and/or improve grid stability. The recent public concern regarding the volatile nature of lithium ion batteries and the potential threat to the health and safety of communities surrounding these facilities have led the Town Board to consider a pause on approving them. With reports of fires at BESS locations over the past two years, there are also concerns related to the impact See page 12
Arrest for burglaries Nassau County Police arrested a Bronx man for allegedly committing multiple burglaries that occurred at various Home Depot locations between January 1 and April 11, 2024, in Nassau County. According to detectives, a loss prevention officer observed a man in Home Depot located at
86 Jericho Turnpike, who was responsible for multiple burglaries and larcenies at various Home Depot locations. The subject allegedly stole merchandise exceeding $12,000 dollars. The employee located Francis Rivera, 36, and placed him into custody.
BHS musician recognized for excellence PAGE 3 POB HS hosts students from Taiwan PAGE 4