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VOL. 73 NO. 45
NOVEMBER 13-19, 2024
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Issues, not party, on voters’ minds By CAROLYN JAMES AND CHRISTIE LEIGH BABIRAD
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2nd CD Congressman Andrew Garbarino, center, with supporters, members of BAPS Temple in Melville, at GOP headquarters in Suffolk on election night.
cjames@liherald.com cbabirad@liherald.com As Election Night results came in, Babylon Town largely saw a status quo outcome, with all local incumbents at the state and federal levels securing reelection. The biggest surprise came from the 11th Assembly District, where Republican Joseph Cardinale made a strong showing against Democratic opponent Kwani O’Pharrow. The district, traditionally a Democratic stronghold, remained to CONTINUED ON PAGE 5
Amityville Historical Society hosts successful autumn dinner By CHRISTIE LEIGH BABIRAD cbabirad@liherald.com
The Amityville Historical Society held its annual autumn dinner recently at the Unqua Corinthian Yacht Club in Amityville. Organized by Ellen Ricciuti, chairwoman of the society’s dinner committee, the event welcomed many community members and recognized Michele Camilleri and Kevin Smith. Michele Camilleri, owner of South Bay Florist in Amityville, received the Distinguished Service Award, and Village Trustee Kevin Smith received the Wil-
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Lucy St. Hilaire, Social Work Manager at South Oaks Hospital, with her sister, Marsha Hilaire
liam T. Lauder Award, an award that was established in honor of a third-generation Amityville resident and village historian and awarded to those who significantly contribute to the community. “I’m honored to be recognized,” said Smith. “It’s nice to have all the service organizations in our village and have the opportunity to
give to the community.” “I’m thrilled to be honored,” added Camilleri. “I feel like Amityville is now my community even though I’ve lived here for 32 years.” Ricciuti said she’s happy to organize this dinner for the community each year, adding “It’s a wonderful evening.” To learn more about the Amityville Historical Society, visit
amityvillehistoricalsociety.com or call (631) 598-1486. 598-1486. In other Amityville Historical Socety news, the museum will be open during the Village tree lighting on Dec. 7 and will host an Open House on Dec. 8, 2 to 4 p.m. with installation of officers. SEE MORE PHOTOS ON PAGE 6