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Town appoints new inspector general
SUMMER CONCERTS
Hempstead Town Supervisor John Ferretti (2nd left) and Councilman Dennis Dunne (right) greeted members of The Legendary Murphys prior to their August 7th performance at Levittown Veterans Memorial Park, part of the Town’s Free Summer Concert Series. For a full line-up of summer concerts please visit https://townofhempsteadevents.com/.
Free festival, concert at TOBAY Beach The Town of Oyster Bay has announced a Free Waterfront Festival and Outdoor Concert will take place on Sunday, September 7, at TOBAY
Beach Marina. This family-fun day will feature marine and outdoor exhibits, a children’s snapper derby, police boat demonstrations, food conces-
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sions and a free concert featuring Captain Cool Band with yacht rockin’ hits. The festival will run from 12:00 p.m. to 4:00 See page 6
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The Town of Oyster Bay has appointed John Wighaus as inspector general. Wighaus will oversee integrity, accountability, and efficiency across town operations. “John Wighaus has dedicated his life to public service and integrity in law enforcement,” said Oyster Bay Town Supervisor Joseph Saladino. “His wealth of experience and unshakable commitment to accountability make him the ideal choice to serve as Inspector General and ensure taxpayer dollars are protected.” Wighaus recently retired from the Nassau County Police Department following 30 years of distinguished service. He began his law enforcement career in 1989 with the New York City Transit Police before joining Nassau County, where he was assigned to the Fifth Precinct and later promoted to Detective. His career includes extensive experience in the Narcotics/Vice Bureau, DEA Task Force, Special Investigations Squad, and the Asset Forfeiture & Intelligence Unit. Throughout his tenure, Wighaus received numerous honors, including: • Fifth Precinct Cop of the Year • PBA Cop of the Month (2x) • Detective of the Month (3x) • 2013 Commissioner’s Award for Excellence in Policing • 2014 United States Attorney’s Award • 2019 U.S. Secretary of Labor
John Wighaus Award • 2022 Nassau County Police Veterans Man of the Year • 2022 Law Enforcement Man of the Year Beyond his police work, Wighaus held key leadership roles in police advocacy. He was elected president of the Detectives Association Inc. (DAI) in 2017, leading efforts to protect and advance the rights of detectives in Nassau County. He also served as recording secretary for the State Association of PBAs and as a member of the National Association of Police Organizations, advocating for law enforcement at both state and federal levels.
SyCon 2025 at Syosset Public Library PAGE 10 TOBAY Beach open through Sept. 14 PAGE 3