The Charles Wagner Post 421 of the American Legion recently held its Annual Awards and Ceremonies Night in salute of Nassau County Police Department's 2nd and 8th Precinct officers and Hicksville firefighters.

Commander John Mauro was the Master of Ceremonies for the night and the program included presentations of "Continuous Membership Certificates" to post members. The "Post Everlasting Ritual" marked, in solemn cadences, the passing of post 421 members who died this past year. Among the honored guests were the past commanders of the Veterans of Foreign Wars and the US Masonic War Veterans.

A buffet was served at the event, followed by music courtesy of Joe Ratto. Nassau County American Legion officers, and local political leaders, including Town of Oyster Bay Supervisor John Venditto and Nassau County Legislator Edward Mangano, were also present.