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JUNE 11 - 17, 2025
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Thousands attend Massapequa Chamber Street Fair By MIKE POLANSKY Senior Correspondent
A record 122 vendors lined lower Broadway in Massapequa as an estimated 15,000 people enjoyed the annual Chamber of Commerce Street Fair on Sunday, June 1. Co-hosted with the Town of Oyster Bay, this year’s fair was dedicated to the memory of former Chamber presidents Anthony Ventiera and Patricia Orzano. At the opening ceremony, Chamber President Robin Hepworth paid tribute to their legacy. “Tony and Patty are in our thoughts and prayers today. We truly miss them tremendously and lovingly dedicate this event to their memory,” Hepworth told the crowd. The fair stretched from Veterans Boulevard to Clark Avenue as vendor booths showcased a wide array of local businesses, artisans, nonprofits and food. Attendees sampled calzones, zeppoles, empanadas, corn on the cob, cinnamonglazed nuts, fudge, and treats from two ice cream trucks. Tapville offered wine,
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It was a great turnout for the Massapequa Chamber of Commerce’s annual fair. More photos on Page 4.
Honoring NMFD’s best
The North Massapequa Fire Department honored outgoing Fire Chief Thomas M. Licata, an active member of the department for almost 30 years, at its recent Installation Dinner. On hand to thank him for his service was Oyster Bay Town Supervisor Joseph Saladino. Also recognized were Ex-Captain Dennis Urso and Ex-Captain William Pollara, both of whom reached the milestone of 50 years of service. Shown at event, bottom row: 1st Asst. Chief Marc Timpano Jr., Commissiner Ralph Raymond, NYS Assemblyman John K. Mikulin, Oyster Bay Town Supervisor Joseph Saladino, Chief of Department Joseph Ferrante, 2nd Asst Chief Steven Archipolo, Commissioner Sean Abrams and N.C. Leg. James Kennedy.Top row: Commissioner James Maroldo, Commissioner Marc Timpano Sr., 3rd Asst Chief Robert Schmidgall III.
beer and cider. Massapequa Imaging served as the event’s Main Event sponsor, and Masone Masonry sponsored the entertainment. Additional sponsors included Genstar Masonry and Coastal Collision and Towing (golf cart sponsors); Action Auto Wreckers, Chapey Funeral Home and Embassy Diner (silver sponsors); and Pawllywood, NY Retina and Northwell Health’s Plainview Hospital (bronze sponsors). The event was chaired by past Chamber President Keith Wilson, with support from Vice Chairs Chris Merz and Steve Parmiter. Committee members included Janice Talento, Angela Sheerin, Mike Livingston, Bob Barrett and Isabel Rapacciuolo. Nassau County Legislator James Kennedy served as grand marshal. Hepworth praised him for his advocacy and
ongoing support. “Your leadership and commitment to improving the lives of our residents are truly valued,” she said. “The Chamber is grateful for your outstanding support for our events and initiatives.” Other elected officials in attendance included Oyster Bay Town Supervisor Joseph Saladino, Town Councilman Tom Hand, and state Assembly members Mike Durso and John Mikulin. Hepworth said increasing vendor interest may push the event further north next year, possibly reaching Jerusalem Avenue in 2026. “To all our vendors, volunteers and attendees, thank you for making this event a success,” she added. “We’re proud to bring our community together and grateful for the spirit and dedication that makes events like this possible.”