The Bayville Bridge Officially Renamed the Victoria Siegel Bridge

Victoria Siegel Discusses Her Term as Mayor

At her recent retirement party at the Crescent Beach Club, in Bayville, Mayor Victoria Siegel was presented with the distinction of having the Bayville Bridge named after her. Her reaction was understandably emotional. “It is a tremendous honor,” she said. Her face glowed with the memory. She indicated that there will be a sign posted by the bridge, with its new name, on August 31. After serving for 24 years as mayor, Ms. Siegel plans to remain an active private citizen. She is also considering remaining in government, or possibly starting a local retail business.

Town Votes to Set in Motion Plans to Renovate TR Park

Resolution’s Wordage Includes Explanations and Says Discussions Are Ongoing

The Town of Oyster Bay adopted its resolution to press on with work for the restoration of the Theodore Roosevelt Memorial Park and Firemen’s Field – [originally known as War Memorial Field when it was first given to the town for parking for the school district sports activities, the LIRR commuters and local shoppers,] at their July 27 town board meeting.

St. Rocco Festival Is a Family Fair That Pays Off for the Community

St. Rocco’s Festival Returns to Fireman’s Field

The Italian-American Citizens Club of Oyster Bay is carrying on the tradition of giving started by their grandparents. The new family-oriented St. Rocco Festival follows in the path set by the Italian-American Mutual Aid Society in 1910 that raised funds to help fellow immigrants who were here without the support services of their families.

ENCA Handles Zoning Issues on a Case by Case Basis

ZBA Reprimands ENCA for Changing Its View on Variance Case

While the only thing stopping many small communities from becoming villages is lack of zoning powers - because Nassau County law has taken that authority away from any new village that wants to be incorporated – zoning powers are still of great interest to local communities as they stabilize a neighborhood – for the good. That is why the East Norwich Civic Association has taken the stand that they want current zoning laws upheld and that is why they were concerned with two recent issues in the hamlet that involved the TOB Zoning Board of Appeals requests for variances.

An Evening at Twinight: ‘A Collector’s Paradise’

The evening of Sunday, July 11 was one many will not soon forget. Made possible by the joint collaboration of the Oyster Bay Historical Society and the Roslyn Landmark Society, “An Evening at Twinight: A Collector’s Paradise” proved to be an extraordinary evening of art and philanthropy. This spectacular gala event was held at the breathtaking estate of Richard Baron Cohen, Twinight, which sits majestically on nearly six acres in Centre Island on Long Island Sound and is said to replicate the grandeur of the Petit Trianon Palace in Versailles.

Canterbury’s Oyster Bar Hosts OBRM Art ‘n’ Photo Collection

The Restaurant where the World is your Oyster Features Railroadiana at Canterbury’s Oyster Bar & Grill

Currently, Canterbury’s Oyster Bar & Grill owner Mark Fox has turned over the restaurant’s turn of the century picture gallery wall to display items from the Oyster Bay Railroad Museum’s Art and Photo Collection. The collection joins photos and cartoons of Theodore Roosevelt that appear in the Library Room at Canterbury’s. All in all, they provide a superb backdrop of classic New England Oyster House charm.

Jericho Water District Cautions Customers to Not Water Lawns

This month, customers of the Jericho Water District received emergency notification phone calls telling them of a serious drought situation and asking them not to water their lawns until they received further notification.

Oyster Bay Railroad Museum Celebrates Launch of Summer 2010

It was a perfect summer night, on Thursday, June 17 as friends and supporters of the Oyster Bay Railroad Museum (OBRM) gathered at the Sagamore Yacht Club to usher in their “Fourth Annual Summer Solstice Celebration.” It also marked the launch of the Museum’s new website -www.obrm.org. The annual fundraiser actually took place four days before the major celestial event marking the longest day, and shortest night of the year. This minor anomaly, however, did nothing to dampen the spirits and enthusiasm of the guests. In attendance were new members of the OBRM Advisory Board, Lisa Ott, president of the North Shore Land Alliance and Roger Bahnik, chairman and CEO of Mill-Max Corp. Roger was joined by his wife, Lori. Town of Oyster Bay Councilman Anthony Macagnone, a staunch supporter of the Museum also joined in the festivities.

Rotary Club of OB Celebrates 68 Years of Service

Looks Back at Accomplishments and Oyster Festival Foundation Giving

The Rotary Club of Oyster Bay held its 68th annual installation dinner at the Swan Club on Wednesday, June 30. Master of Ceremonies Chris Gallagher called the assembly of 50 to order and led the audience in the Pledge of Allegiance, followed by saying of grace from Rotarian Debra Goyena. In his opening comments, outgoing president Jim Werner commented “I have enjoyed serving my term as the president, and thankful to the board for their support. I am incredibly proud of the accomplishments that we have achieved over the last 12 months, and look forward to continuing the success under Jim Fuccio’s leadership.”

OB Historical Society and Roslyn Landmark Society to Host Fundraising Event

The Oyster Bay Historical Society and Roslyn Landmark Society have collaborated on what promises to become the event of the summer - “An Evening at Twinight” on Sunday, July 11.