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Letter: Lupinacci Thanks Election Supporters

On Tuesday, Nov. 6, after all the votes were counted, I was gratified to learn that the people of the Tenth Assembly District placed their trust in me to succeed my friend and mentor, Assemblyman James D. Conte.

I am truly overwhelmed by the support I received and grateful for the opportunity to represent the district where I have lived my entire life. It was rewarding to learn that my positive message focusing on the most pressing issues resonated with the voters.

These are truly extraordinary and difficult times. In the aftermath of Hurricane Sandy, there remains a tremendous amount of work to rebuild Long Island. I look forward to being able to help the residents affected by the storm.  In addition to recovering from the storm, there is much work to be done to jump-start the economy and ensure that Long Island’s schools remain exceptional.

In closing, I would like to thank everyone who supported me during the past three eventful months. Whether your support was in the form of a vote, a donation, distribution of literature, or displaying a lawn sign at your home or business, it is greatly appreciated.  To those who did not support me, please know that I will work tirelessly, with leaders in all parties, to address the issues that matter to you.

Chad A. Lupinacci, Assemblyman-Elect, Tenth Assembly District


News

Following the Memorial Day ceremonies on May 27, the Village of Farmingdale held a special ceremony, dedicating Prospect Street, adjacent to the Village Hall, in honor of Farmingdale native, Marine Lance Corporal James D. Argentine.

Lance Corporal Argentine was killed, along with two fellow Marines, on Aug. 6, 2009, by a roadside bomb while supporting combat operations of Operation Enduring Freedom, in Farah Province, Afghanistan. Argentine was 22 years old.

Mayor Ralph Ekstrand said, “This is a fitting tribute to James and will permanently serve as a reminder of the sacrifice that has been made by the members of our military, who protect our freedom.”

Farmingdale superstar Franklin Diaz made it look easy at the 2nd annual Belmont Stakes Blue Ribbon 5 Kilometer Run for Prostate Cancer on the evening of June 2, crossing the finish line in 16:46, 36 seconds in front of runner-up Ricardo Cuahuizo, with 17-year-old Travis Wooten a strong third.  

It was Diaz’s second race of the day, following up on a second overall finish at the New Hyde Park 8 Kilometer Run in the morning.


Sports

For months the parents and players had this weekend circled on their calendars. Some players started a count down; they couldn’t wait. The parents checklist was drawn, uniforms, cleats, bathing suits, goggles, blender…check.

Now it was the girls’ turn and they didn’t disappoint. The GU 10 HBC Xtreme, were crowned division champions of the Poconos Cup Memorial Weekend tournament.

The girls went undefeated in their four games to take first place. They played outstanding soccer defeating two New Jersey teams and two Long Island teams.

“Championship, Cortland and Chipotle.” These buzz words, created by Farmingdale girls’ lacrosse coach Shari Campbell, were motivation for the Lady Dalers (14-3, 7-2 Nassau Conference I), as they held on to beat Bay Shore, 12-11 and claim the Long Island Class A Championship at Adelphi’s Motamed Field on Sunday, June 2.

Campbell promised her team that if they won, she would take the team Chipotle to celebrate, following the match.

“That was the biggest motivation for us all,” senior attack Nadine Hadnagy joked.


Calendar

Island Harvest Benefit Run

Saturday, June 15

Airport Commission Meeting

Tuesday, June 18

 Irish Night Concert

Saturday, June 29


Columns

The Worst-Case Coliseum
Written by Sheila Ferrari

Belmont Stakes 2013: A Sure Bet
Written by Mike Barry, MFBarry@optonline.net