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St. Patrick’s Day marchers fill the streets with smiles By CHRISTIE LEIGH BABIRAD cbabirad@liherald.com
Christie Leigh Babirad/Herald
Mayor Mary Adams and Deputy Mayor Frank Seibert, flanked by Trustees Dominic Bencivenga and Sean Goodwin, marched down Deer Park Avenue.
The streets of Babylon Village were a sea of green for the third annual Babylon Village St. Patrick’s Day Parade on March 23. Participants dressed in festive outfits, hats, and sunglasses to get into the spirit of the event. Despite the chilly weather, the sun was shining as marchers, including Grand Marshal Keith Busch, the Babylon Fire Department, Town of Babylon and Babylon Village representatives, CONTINUED ON PAGE 4
Babylon Village officials launch safe driver initiative By CAROLYN JAMES cjames@liherald.com
Babylon Village officials are urging residents to slow down, stay alert, and drive courteously in a new initiative aimed at improving road safety. At a press conference on Wed., March 26, Mayor Mary Adams and Babylon School Superintendent Carisa Manza outlined the community’s Safe Driving Pledge in advance of Safe Driving Month in April. “There are many drivers in the Village, especially near our schools and on our main streets, who are reckless and distracted,” Adams said. “As a result, no one is safe. There is
no excuse for anyone—whether a child, a pet, or an adult—to suffer injury or worse due to
well-being of the children and everyone in the community.” Tom Parson, the district’s
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here are many drivers in the Village, especially near our schools and on our main streets, who are reckless and distracted.
MARY ADAMS, Mayor, Babylon Village careless driving.” Manza emphasized the importance of involving the school district in the initiative. “This is a perfect match,” she said. “Like the Village, I am deeply concerned about the safety and
director of security, noted that many parents have expressed concern about the issue. “This is an important matter for our residents,” he said, stressing that pedestrians also play a role in improving safety. “It’s often a
matter of being more aware and paying attention.” Members of the school district’s Student Patrol attended the press conference, and two parents, Anna Morales and Danielle Alveari, shared their thoughts on the initiative. Morales, whose son is in the patrol, stressed the need for safety. “We have to ensure everyone is seen and safe,” she
said. Alveari, a 15-year resident of Babylon Village, pointed out the urgency of addressing reckless driving. “Over the years, there have been three serious accidents right in front of my house,” she said. “This is something that needs attention.” The Village has created a Safe Driving Pledge for resiCONTINUED ON PAGE 5