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Legion hosts Americanism awards
Hempstead Town Councilman Dennis Dunne (2nd right) and Town Clerk Kate Murray (right) congratulated Gus Tsiorvas as he was recognized during the Levittown American Legion Post 1711 Americanism Awards on March 20. Gus is the owner of the Embassy Dinner in Bethpage, transforming the establishment into a symbol of patriotism and a self-described “home” for police officers, firefighters, EMS personnel, veterans, and other first responders. Gus recently organized a 9/11 memorial drone tribute. Also attending were Gus’ family, members of the Levittown American Legion, Nassau County Legislators Tom McKevitt and Kayla Knight, and New York State Assemblyman John Mikulin.
Free Family Spring Festival The Town of Oyster Bay invites you to celebrate the season at the Free Family Fun Spring Festival on Saturday, April 25, from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. at Syosset-Woodbury Community Park on Jericho Turnpike in Woodbury.
Get ready for an exciting afternoon packed with entertainment for all ages! Families can enjoy free attractions, including inflatable rides, games, a petting zoo, and multiple photo opportunities! Plus, an array of food trucks will be on-site with deli-
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Town honors golfers for saving a life
The Town of Oyster Bay recently honored a Town of Oyster Bay Golf Pro, as well as three fellow golfers for their remarkable actions that saved the life of a Syosset resident. On November 1, 2025, Carl Badean suffered a sudden cardiac arrest while playing golf on the 16th hole at the Town’s course, during a lesson. Carl’s golf instructor, Town of Oyster Bay Golf Pro Nicholas Mattia, immediately took action and called for help. Three fellow golfers, Sal LoStrappo, Mike Angelone and Rich LeWarn, who had also been golfing that day, dropped everything and ran quickly to assist. Theycalled 911, alerted staff to the situation, performed CPR and rescue breathing, and administered the AED, saving Carl’s life. Town Supervisor Joseph Saladino stated, “At one point, Carl’s heart had stopped completely — and because of their brave and selfless actions, his heart was restarted before emergency medical personnel arrived to take over. These men, ordinary people, acted with extraordinary courage and heroism and saved Carl’s life. Their selfless actions exemplify the best in all of us: kindness, compassion, and the ability to act decisively and courageously when fellow citizens are in need.” Carl, a husband, father, and grandfather, has made a full recovery and is expected to be back out on the greens this summer.
cious specialties available for purchase. For more details, contact the Department of Community and Youth Services at (516) 797-7925 or visit www.oysterbaytown.com/capa.
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The Oyster Bay Town Board honored a Town Golf Pro as well as three other golfers for saving the life of a stricken golfer.
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