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Friday, June 30, 2023
Vol. 83, No. 26
CONGRATULATIONS CLASS OF 2023
“Shootout for Soldiers” 24-hr lacrosse game The Town of Oyster Bay will host the 8th Annual “Shootout for Soldiers” 24-Hour Lacrosse Benefit Game at the Town of Oyster Bay’s John J. Burns Park, located on Merrick Road in Massapequa. This year’s round-the-clock event begins on the morning of July 13 at 9:00 a.m. and continues nonstop for 24 hours until July 14 at 9:00 a.m. The event benefits veterans and active duty military personnel. The Long Island Air Force Association will conduct a special ceremony on July 13 at 5:00 p.m. to honor hometown Vietnam War veterans and present them with medals that commemorate their service to our nation. There will be a parachute landing on the field conducted by the “All Veterans Group,” which will deliver the offi-
cial ball. Town Supervisor Joseph Saladino stated, “Shootout for Soldiers is a wonderful game that provides local lacrosse players a chance to enjoy a sport they love in a unique way while also raising charitable funds to support the brave men and women of the United States Armed Forces. Whether you enjoy lacrosse or are just looking for a fun-family event, I invite residents to be a part of the festivities.” The charitable funds raised at Shootout for Soldiers will benefit the Army Ranger Lead the Way Fund, the Long Island Air Force Association, and the Joseph J. Theinert Memorial Fund. The event features 24 continuous 1-hour sessions. The score is See page 11
Free concert, fireworks Town to upgrade sports fields at TOBAY Beach
Syosset High School held its 65th annual commencement on June 21st at Hofstra University. More than 560 seniors received diplomas. See page 16
The Town of Oyster Bay has announced that upgrades are on the way to the baseball field at Haypath Park in Plainview. Crews will replace the natural surface infield, which will be fully converted to a synthetic turf playing area. “These important upgrades will enhance the overall play-
ing experience for our little leaguers and others who use these fields, which is why the Town Board and I are making field improvements a top priority,” said Town Supervisor Joseph Saladino. “These upgrades are being achieved in the most cost-effective way while bringing added enjoy-
ment to all who use them.” Artificial turf fields have a general useful life of up to 10 years, however they are less expensive than the long-term cost of maintaining natural grass and a dirt surface. Turf fields also provide the potential for fewer cancellations of See page 11
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The Town of Oyster Bay invites residents to celebrate our nation at “Salute to America,” the Town’s upcoming free Concert and Grucci Fireworks Show scheduled for Tuesday, July 11th, at the special start time of 7:30pm at TOBAY Beach. “Salute to America” will feature a performance by Any Way You Want It Tribute to Journey and will conclude with a spectacular firework show by Grucci. This event honors veterans and mem-
bers of the United States Armed Forces. Concertgoers are urged to bring folding chairs and pack a cooler, as no formal seating exists. Reserved parking and easily accessible restrooms will be available for disabled residents. If inclement weather arises, the rain date for the firework show will be July 12th. Town Supervisor Joseph Saladino stated, “Salute to AmeriSee page 11
Color Run at Robbins Lane School PAGE 17 Town offers fall art, craft classes PAGE 2