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VOL. 75 NO. 44
OCTOBER 23 - 29, 2025
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Voters to decide on longer terms for SC legislators proved by a vote of the people, so it only makes sense and is When Suffolk County voters right to give the people the ophead to the polls this November, portunity to speak on this isthey’ll decide whether county sue,” said S.C. Leg. Jason Richberg. legislators should A “yes” vote serve four-year terms would extend leginstead of two — and his legislature was islative terms whether to amend established by a from two to four the county’s termyears and update limit law to align vote of the people; the county charwith New York’s new our two-year terms ter to ensure Sufeven-year election were approved by a folk complies with schedule. the new election The proposal, offi- vote of the people, so schedule. Supportcially known as Res- it only makes sense olution No. 601-2025, and is right to give the ers say it would “The Term Limit people the opportunity prevent legislators from being forced Preservation Act,” seeks to prevent a to speak on this issue. to step down early and would avoid conflict between the .JASON RICHBERG holding three elecstate’s even-year SC Legislator tions within a election law and Suffour-year span. folk’s current twoA “no” vote would maintain year legislative terms. Lawmakers say the change would avoid the current two-year terms — costly, taxpayer-funded special a decision that, according to elections and potential midterm county officials, could require resignations by county legisla- legislators to resign before completing their terms and lead to tors. The vote in the legislature to special elections. It would also bring the proposition forward mean county legislative races was approved unanimously, could appear on the ballot three with lawmakers believing the times in four years to comply choice should be in voters’ with the new state law. If approved, the measure hands. “This legislature was estab- would take effect for the next lished by a vote of the people; election cycle following certifiour two-year terms were ap- cation of the results.
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Lori and Bill Egan with Dawn Lombardi and Dorothy Saracino at parade with Cooper and Hazel, their four-legged friends.
TOB hosts Columbus Day Parade celebrating Italian American heritage By CAROLYN JAMES cjames@liherald.com
Deer Park Avenue, Route 231, pulsed with music, color, and community pride Saturday, Oct. 11 as locals gathered to celebrate Italian American heritage at the Long Island Columbus Day Parade. Floats, marching bands, and cultural groups marched in the parade, bringing together generations in a vibrant tribute to tradition, family, and community. The event was sponsored by the Town of Babylon, the New York State Grand Lodge, Order Sons and Daughters of Italy in America (OSDIA), the Deer Park Fire Department, and the Constantino Brumidi in a celebration of Italian American culture and community pride. The festivities began at noon with opening remarks at the Deer Park Firehouse on Lake Avenue, followed by a 1 p.m. parade that featured marching bands, colorful floats, banners, and cultural groups weaving through local streets.
The procession ended at the Lodge, where attendees enjoyed an Italian Food Festival, live entertainment, and an indoor craft fair. “It was an honor to host what will now be an annual Columbus Day parade right here in Deer Park,” said Babylon Town Supervisor Richard Schaffer who marched with other town, county and state officials. “It was an important recognition and celebration of the accomplishments and contributions of Italian Americans to our town and country.” Schaffer also thanked the Order Sons and Daughters of Italy, the Brumidi Lodge, the Deer Park Fire Department and the community groups “who did a terrific job in making this a great event.” “It was a great day,” said New York State Assemblyman Michael Durso who also marched in the parade. “As a member of the New York State Conference of Italian American legislators, I am happy to see the support from the CONTINUED ON PAGE 22