Memorial Day is a popular time to visit a friend or family member for some backyard fun. However, it’s also the perfect opportunity to enjoy some time away from home. Many people extend the Memorial Day weekend, which comprises Saturday, Sunday and Monday, to include the Friday before. This
Nassau County Legislator Joshua Lafazan (D – Woodbury) joined with Syosset residents in commemorating Memorial Day on Monday, May 30. This year’s ceremony and parade were dedicated to the memory of Gus Scutari, a World War II veteran whose decades-long stewardship of the community’s annual Memorial Day observances earned him the nickname “Mr. Memorial Day.” […]
Oyster Bay Town Supervisor Joseph Saladino joined with local veterans, active duty military members, first responders, representatives of Boy and Girl Scouts, and his colleagues in government to announce a new initiative in recognition of the importance of Memorial Day. The initiative calls for two county-wide moments of silence for 50 seconds on Memorial Day […]
With Memorial Day weekend approaching, heading to beaches and hosting picnics were always customary, but the true meaning of the holiday was always reflected in the dozens of parades and ceremonies hosted across America’s largest township. Community members of all ages participated in these events to honor the courageous men and women in the military […]
Antonio Bastos is a Long Island resident that served 12 years in the Marine Corps. He had always loved the uniform and had a strong love for our country. After his active duty service he then stayed in the Reserves, as well as being a Civilian Contractor. He currently resides in Mineola and works at […]
As Memorial Day weekend approaches, Nassau County Executive Laura Curran announced she will be hosting a Memorial Day car parade to honor those who selflessly lost their lives while fighting for our freedom as well as pay homage to the 75th Anniversary of World War II. Residents are invited to watch the procession live on Facebook. “While we […]
Lessing’s Main Street Restaurants, Library Café, located at 274 Main Street in Farmingdale (516.752.7678), Maxwell’s, located at 501 Main Street in Islip (631.210.0011), Post Office Café, located at 130 West Main Street in Babylon (631.669.9224) and Southside, located at 5 Third Avenue in Bayshore (631.665.9596) are offering to-go BBQ kits for Memorial Day. Orders can […]
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