Friday, September 1, 2023
Vol. 83, No. 34
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SERVING PLAINVIEW, HICKSVILLE, AND LEVITTOWN
INDIA DAY CELEBRATED
To commemorate the 76th anniversary of India’s Independence, Nassau County Legislator Arnold W. Drucker (D – Plainview) joined India Day Parade (IDA) Long Island organizers, residents, and his colleagues in government to celebrate the 12th annual India Day Parade in Hicksville on Sunday, Aug. 27. Photo courtesy office of Leg. Arnold W. Drucker
Beach season extended
The Town of Oyster Bay has announced that the Town will help residents hold on to summer a little while longer by extended hours at TOBAY Beach for two additional weekends after Labor Day – Saturday & Sunday, September 9 and 10, as well as the 16th and 17th. TOBAY will stay open free of charge those two extra weekends with lifeguards on duty from 9 a.m.
to 5 p.m. “To help our residents enjoy their summers a little longer we will once again be extending summer fun at TOBAY, free of charge, for two additional weekends this year,” said Town Supervisor Joseph Saladino. “We invite all our residents and their families to come out and enjoy this beautiful facility, take in some nice weather and savor the last
of the summer season.” Residents visiting TOBAY Beach on Sunday, September 10th, can also enjoy the Town’s free, family fun Waterfront Festival at TOBAY Marina, presented by Optimum. In addition to a free concert featuring Jimmy Kenny and the Pirate Beach Band, the ultimate beach party tribute band to Jimmy Buffet, See page 10
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50 year sentence in Levittown murder
A Levittown man was sentenced to 50 years to life in prison for the murder of his wife and attempted murder of his brother-in-law in August 2020 at their Cord Lane home. Thomas DiNapoli, 70, was convicted in June of the crimes and was sentenced by Judge Tammy Robbins on August 24th. Nassau County District Attorney Ann T. Donnelly said, "Cheryl DiNapoli was senselessly murdered by her husband in August 2020, when he brutally fired a rifle twice into her face and neck during an argument in their home,” DA Donnelly said. “Cheryl’s brother ran to her aid and was able to disarm the defendant, but Thomas’ carnage only continued when he retrieved a second weapon
and shot his brother-in-law as well. Cheryl’s life was tragically cut short because of her husband’s murderous rage, and while no amount of prison time can ease the pain of the many family members and friends who loved her dearly, we hope that today’s lengthy sentence brings them some measure of comfort.” DA Donnelly said that on the evening of August 13, 2020, the defendant and his wife, Cheryl DiNapoli, were arguing in the bedroom of their home in Levittown. The defendant shot the 61-year-old victim in the eye and neck with a 9mm rifle. The woman’s younger brother, who was also living at the home, entered the couple’s bedroom and See page 10
Armed robbery at 7-11 A man armed with a large knife robbed the 7-11 store at 4220 Hempstead Turnpike in Bethpage on Thursday, August 24th at 3:05 am. According to Nassau County Police, the robber walked into the 7/11 store located at 4220 Hempstead Turnpike and grabbed several items before approaching the cash register to pay for the items. The cashier, a 22-year-old male, opened the cash register at which point the robber walked around behind the counter and displayed a large knife. The victim, in fear for this life, retreated and went into a back room and locked the door. The robber proceeded to take several hundred dollars in US
currency from the cash register and multiple packs of cigarettes before fleeing the scene on foot, traveling eastbound on Hempstead Turnpike. No injuries were reported at scene. The investigation is ongoing. The subject is described as a white male, approximately 5’7’’ tall with a thin build and partially bald head. He was last seen wearing a black face mask, black hooded sweatshirt, black pants and grey shoes. Detectives request anyone with information regarding the above incident to contact Nassau County Crime Stoppers at 1-800-244-TIPS or call 911. All callers will remain anonymous.
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