Massapequa Post

Farmingdale Schools look to reduce impact of new spending by using some of its reserves

by Kelly Walter — 04/30/2008

The Farmingdale School District is looking for an increase in its spending this year of 4.01 percent. The tax levy, that portion of the budget supported by local real property taxes, will only increase 2.64 percent however, said school officials, a figure that is lower than in the past several years.

Health care, utilities drive up MSD budget

By Carolyn James — 04/30/2008

The Massapequa School District is proposing a $167.5 million budget for the coming year, an increase of 6.98 percent from the current budget of $156.6. The new spending plan shows increases in severeal major areas: special education ($2.8 million); student transportation ($1.

All aflutter over the arrival of spring

04/30/2008

One little sparrow worked very, very hard, fixing up his home with twigs and branches. The final result seems to have met the approval of his spring bride in photo at far right in this series of photos taken by Cliff De Bear.

Photo

04/30/2008

IT'S ONE FOR THE CHIEFS: The Massapequa Lax team defeated Calhoun High School April 18, 12-4. In photo, the Chief's Hurst is shown taking a shot and scoring of three points he had in the game. Photo by Jeff Wilson

St. Rose of Lima Cheerleaders make dramatic show in competitions

04/30/2008

The St. Rose of Lima Cheerleaders had a dynamite season placing in four of the competitions they competed in this year. At the Wallington competition, Juniors took 2nd place; at the Little Viking competition, the Juniors took 1st, Junior Varsity 5th and Senior Varsity 1st At the annual CYO Cheer Jamboree, the Juniors took best gymnastics and JV best overall.

Pets, Pets, Pets

by Joanne Anderson — 04/30/2008

The Metropolitan Dog Club paints such a colorful pooch palette- creating a pet trust, investigating animal cruelty, investing in dog fine art, toasting Uno the Westminster winning Beagle at Grand Central- the speakers' topics span the spectrum of dogdom. Each gathering of the Metropolitan Dog Club is more than a meeting; it's a social event.

POST CALENDAR OF EVENTS

04/30/2008

The following are a list of public meetings and special events for the coming week: THURSDAY, May 1 •Ladies Auxiliary of the Massapequa Fire Dept. Meeting: 7 p.m., Firehouse, Hicksville Rd. and Brooklyn Ave. For further info., call 798-9849.

A benefit evening of fine foods and wine

04/30/2008

Response of Suffolk County and the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention join together to host In Good Taste, an evening of fine foods, wine and dessert from across Long Island. Mon., May 12th at the Carltun in Eisenhower Park, East Meadow. Help to raise funds for two great causes. Purchase tickets online at AFSP.org or call 516-869-4215 for information.

Free concert to be held May 4

04/30/2008

Community United Methodist Church (CUMC) will echo with the sounds of spirituals, Broadway show tunes, and classical solos and duets as three accomplished and artists offer an afternoon of musical fare. The church is located at 100 Park Blvd., Massapequa, between Sunrise Highway and Merrick Road. Admission is free. A free will offering will be taken during the concert.

Special mass to be offered for those affected by cancer May 2

04/30/2008

A special mass will be offered by Father Bruce Powers, Fri., May 2, 7:30 p.m. at St. Rose of Lima Church, 2 Bayview Ave., Massapequa, for all people including family and friends of those affected by cancer. If you wish to have special intentions read at the mass, call the outreach office at 798-4954.

Pack 339 holds annual Blue and Gold dinner as boys "crossover"

04/30/2008

Massapequa Cub Scout Pack 339 held its annual Blue and Gold dinner. Nassau County Legislator Peter J.

MSD and Westfield Mall partner in district-wide learning experience

04/30/2008

Westfield Sunrise recently welcomed members of the community to see the winning mural, part of a community service project, unveiled in a ceremony that included Massapequa School District officials, teachers, students and parents.

The Long Island Music Lover's Expo coming May 18

04/30/2008

The Long Island Music Lover's Expo will be held Sun., May 18, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the American Legion, Broadway and Veterans Boulevard at the Long Island Railroad, Massapequa.

Town holds S.T.O.P day

04/30/2008

Oyster Bay Town Councilman Angelo A. Delligatti, third from right; Councilman Joe Muscarella, first on right; Councilwoman Rose Marie Walker, third from left and Town Clerk Steve Labriola, second from left, were on hand for the Town's S.T.O.P. (Stop Throwing Out Pollutants) and Electronic Waste Recycling Collection day in Massapequa.

Rep. King reminds benefit recipients on how to obtain payments

04/30/2008

United States Congressman Peter T. King (R-Seaford) reminds recipients of Social Security and veterans' benefits and low-income workers that they must file a 2007 tax return in order to obtain the upcoming economic stimulus payment. These taxpayers will be eligible to receive a payment of $300 ($600 on a joint return) if they had at least $3,000 of qualifying income.

Yoga offered May 3

04/30/2008

The Long Island Yoga Association will hold a workshop, Sat. May 3, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the United Methodist Church, 407 Main St., Farmingdale. For more information, call 631-261-1777, visit the group's website at www.longislandyogaassociation.org.

Senior Call-In Program scheduled to begin in May

04/30/2008

Mayor James Altadonna recently announced the creation of a Senior Call-In Program under the Village's Senior Citizen Program. This program, scheduled to start in May 2008 and coincide with senior Citizens Month, will be available to all senior residents in Massapequa Park.

MHS Class of '63 to host 45th reunion

04/30/2008

The Massapequa High School Class of 1963 will be holding its 45th high school reunion on July 12, 2008. Alumni are being sought. If you have any information regarding missing classmates, or need reunion information, contact reunionclass-of63@aol.

Village Hall to remain open late in May and June

04/30/2008

Mayor James Altadonna, Jr. of the Village of Massapequa Park announced that for the convenience of residents, Village Hall will remain open Thursday evenings until 8 p.m. during the months of May and June. Residents may apply for parking permits, garage sale permits, block party permits, hunting and fishing licenses, pay taxes and obtain general information.

Massapequa Philharmonic performs free concert May 3

04/30/2008

The Massapequa Philharmonic Orchestra under the direction of its Principal Conductor David Leibowitz, continues to celebrate its 25th season of free concerts with pianist, Orion Weiss, performing the Brahms' Piano Concerto No.

Village holds Organizational Meeting

04/30/2008

Oyster Bay Town Councilman Angelo A. Delligatti, center, left, attended the Village of Massapequa Park Annual Village and Organizational Meeting and swearing in ceremony. Shown left to right are Massapequa Park Deputy Mayor Joseph Pinto, Trustee Teresa Spinosa, Councilman Delligatti, Mayor James Altadonna Jr., Trustees Harry Jacobson and Jeffrey Pravato.

Walk for MS to be held May 4

04/30/2008

The Massapequa Lacrosse MS Walk will be held Sun., May 4, at Belmont Lake State Park, Southern State exit 38. Check in is at 10 a.m. and the walk begins 10:30 a.m. A Pooch Parade will be held at Belmont Lake State Park only. Breakfast from IHOP will be available.

Maureen Dillon: longtime Massapequa High School employee

By Tiffany Elliott — 04/30/2008

Longtime Massapequa Park resident and mother of six, Maureen Dillon, died April 4, 208. She was 72. Born in Brooklyn, she lived in Massapequa Park for 51 years and cared for her family and home. For the last 25 years, she was a hall monitor at Massapequa High School.

Public commentary

04/30/2008

To The Editor, I am writing in response to Mr. Bennett's editorial in the Massapequa Post entitled "Massapequans need to get involved in school budget discussions - now" which I found to be insulting. First of all, I realize that everyone is entitled to their opinion and has every right to express that opinion.

Editorial

04/30/2008

The message from Washington is that we are not in a recession. The political spin on the economic condition the country seems stalled in, is that it is a "slowdown.

Massapequa's school board is doing responsible job

04/30/2008

Dear Editor: Wake up Massapequans before you get sucked into the empty promises that are being made to you by the next round of school board hopefuls. They tell you that if you elect t hem, they can and will change things. They will go to Albany. They will go to Washington if need be. Have they ever gone before? PTA Day in Albany has existed for many, many years.

Massapequa to be commended for fighting for $2M more in state aid

04/30/2008

Dear Editor: The Massapequa residents are to be commended for their diligent efforts in helping to obtain a significant increase in our state aid for the 2008/09 school year. It was truly a concentrated group effort, with the community attending the Farmingdale Fair Share Rally, as well as cards, calls and visits with our legislators, that brough these positive results.

PUBLIC NOTICES- Your Right To Know

04/30/2008

INCORPORATED VILLAGE OF MASSAPEQUA PARK NASSAU COUNTY, NEW YORK NOTICE OF SALE OF TAX LIENS FOR UNPAID VILLAGE TAXES NOTICE OF TAX LIEN SALE OF VILLAGE OF MASSAPEQUA PARK, NEW YORK IS HEREBY GIVEN THAT, in pursuance of the provisions of the Real Property Tax Law of the State of New York and of a resolution of the Board of Trustees of the Inc.