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Friday, November 21, 2025
Vol. 85, No. 47
Inclusive playground completed at Haypath Park
Local business leaders honored Nassau County Legislature Deputy Minority Leader Arnold W. Drucker (D – Plainview) proudly joined business leaders and local entrepreneurs from all across Nassau County at the Crest Hollow Country Club on Friday, Oct. 31 for the 40th Annual Nassau Council of Chambers of Commerce Businessperson of the Year celebration and Legislative Breakfast. During the event, Deputy Minority Leader Drucker presented Nassau County Legislature Citations to Plainview-Old
Oyster Bay Town Supervisor Joseph Saladino (left) and New York State Senator Steve Rhoads The Town of Oyster Bay has announced the completion of a brand-new, inclusive playground at Haypath Park in Plainview, made possible through a partnership between the Town of Oyster Bay and New York State Senator Steve Rhoads. The $108,000 project was supported by $60,000 in state grant funding secured by Senator Rhoads to help enhance recreational opportunities for chil-
dren of all abilities. The new playground replaces the existing structure with interactive, freestanding panels designed for children with special needs, creating an engaging and welcoming space for children ages 2–5. Among the new features is a communication board, a visual tool displaying pictures and symbols that represent common playground vocabulary, helping
children with communication challenges express their needs and participate fully in play. The communication board was donated by the nonprofit organization, Rocco’s Voice for Autism. Town Supervisor Joseph Saladino stated, “Every child deserves the opportunity to play, learn, and grow in an environment that is safe and inclusive. Thanks to Senator See page 8
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Bethpage Chamber of Commerce honoree Sherri Gillespie, owner of MRG Marketing Corp., and Syosset-Woodbury Chamber honoree Melesia DeChiaro, owner of Lash Box Beauty Studio. “All across Nassau County, the entrepreneurial spirit of local business owners strengthens our Main Streets, makes our communities more vibrant, and creates economic opportunities that uplift families throughout our region,” Deputy Minority Leader DruckSee page 8
Santa’s mailboxes arriving in town offices The Town of Oyster Bay has announced that children can send their holiday wish list directly to Old St. Nick at the North Pole through a special network of Santa’s Mailboxes will arrive in Town facilities from the North Pole on Friday, November 21. Mailboxes will accept letters through Monday, December 15. The Town of Oyster Bay will forward letters to Santa at the North Pole. Letters received by Monday, December 15, with a legible name and return address will be answered by Santa before the
holiday. No postage is necessary. Colorful red mailboxes will be accessible during regular business hours (9:00 a.m. to 4:45 p.m.) at the following locations: • Town Hall North, 54 Audrey Avenue, Oyster Bay • Town Hall South, 977 Hicksville Road, Massapequa • Ice Skating Center, 1001 Stewart Avenue, Bethpage For more information about Santa’s Mailboxes, call (516) 6246380 or visit www.oysterbaytown. com
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