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Friday, February 14, 2025
Vol. 85, No. 7
New councilman joins Town of Oyster Bay Board
New Town Councilman Andrew (front, second from left) is sworn in by Town Supervisor Joseph Saladino (front, left) during a ceremony on February 11th, as friends and family look on.
Sarah Grace Foundation announces 5K, Night of Magic The Sarah Grace Foundation for Children With Cancer, Inc. ended the last year strong and begins 2025 with several initiatives to continue its mission. The successful Holiday Extravaganza raffle and multiple toy drives allowed the Foundation to distribute holiday financial aid and toys to more than 400 children. Also
during the holiday season, students from the Queens College Department of Drama, Theatre and Dance, and the Parsons School of Design, made pajamas, nightgowns and flannel shirts benefitting the Sarah Grace Foundation and the children with cancer it serves. December also saw the Foundation receiving an additional grant of $5,000
from Nassau Bar Foundation – WE CARE to support the Chemo Duck program. January concluded with a clothing drive in partnership with the Hicksville High School J-Birds robotics team. The foundation collected clothing, shoes, handbags, winter accessories, towels, household linens stuffed aniSee page 9
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The Town of Oyster Bay announces the appointment of Andrew Monteleone to the Oyster Bay Town Board on February 11, filling a vacancy and bringing with him extensive experience in public service, law, and community engagement. Prior to his appointment, Councilman Monteleone served as a Board Member of the Town of Oyster Bay’s Zoning Board of Appeals since 2021 and worked as a prosecutor for a local village government. His dedication to preserving Oyster Bay’s suburban quality of life, ensuring fiscal responsibility, and prioritizing taxpayer interests will guide his service on the Town Board. “Andrew Monteleone’s experience, leadership, and unwavering commitment to our community make him a tremendous asset to the Town Board,” said Oyster Bay Town Supervisor Joseph Saladino. “His legal background, dedication to youth programs, and passion for preserving our suburban way of life will serve the residents of Oyster Bay well. I look forward to working alongside him to continue delivering responsible government for our residents.” Councilman Monteleone expressed his gratitude for the opportunity to serve, stating: “It is an incredible honor to be appointed to the Oyster Bay Town Board. I am deeply grateful for the trust placed in me, and I look forward to working tirelessly on behalf of our residents. Oyster Bay is a special place to live, work, and raise a family, and I am committed to preserving the values that make our town so great.”
Councilman Monteleone has long been dedicated to community service, particularly in youth development. As a School Board Member for St. Edward the Confessor School in Syosset, a lecturer at St. Edward the Confessor Parish, and a coach for Syosset Little League, he has played an active role in shaping the next generation through education, mentorship, and athletics. His legal career began as an Assistant District Attorney in Nassau County, where he prosecuted criminal cases from arraignments to jury trials. He later established a private law firm specializing in personal injury litigation and estate planning. He has also held leadership roles in the legal community, including serving as President of the Former Assistant District Attorney’s Association and a Board Member of the Columbian Lawyers Association of Nassau County. His active memberships include the New York State Bar Association, Nassau County Bar Association, and Knights of Columbus. A lifelong learner, Councilman Monteleone is a proud graduate of Chaminade High School. He earned a Bachelor of Arts in Biology and Political Science from Bucknell University, followed by a Master of Arts in Political Science from Long Island University – C.W. Post, and a Juris Doctor from Fordham University School of Law. Councilman Monteleone resides in Syosset with his wife, Tracey, and their two sons, Frankie and Gabe.
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