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Hey there, Port Washington! Let's get started with what's happening in and around town. Read on and stay in the loop. ☀️

In today's newsletter:

  • What changes will Port Washington’s new sewer commissioner push for first?
  • Which Schreiber DECA students are heading to the state championships?
  • How a former superintendent’s guilty plea reshaped Port Washington school leadership

Also on today's calendar: You're Invited to a Little Medical School Open House! and 2 more events.

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Today's riddle: Last night I had a dream. 🤔 (Answer below!)

Weather forecast:

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  • Saturday: Colder; breezy in the morning, with a high of 39 and low of 35 degrees.
  • Sunday: Partly sunny and windy, temps: high: 46, low: 28.
  • Monday: Breezy in the morning, with a high of 38 and low of 32 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

1. Serving the town that raised him: New Sewer CommissionerbJoseph D'Alonzo shares his story (longislandpress.com) — Port Washington’s newly elected Water Pollution Control District commissioner, lifelong resident Joseph D’Alonzo, is promising collaborative, long-term planning to protect Manhasset Bay and improve local sewer service. He’s eyeing potential sewer expansion, wastewater reuse for irrigation, and a community-driven plan for Sunset Park, emphasizing that decisions will directly affect his own neighbors and hometown.
   

2. Schreiber DECA students earn top honors at regional competition (longislandpress.com) — Port Washington’s Schreiber High School DECA students just brought home major honors from a Long Island regional competition, with many qualifying for the state conference in March. From entrepreneurship to sports marketing and finance, 76 local students showcased their business skills and several earned top finishes, now set to represent the Port Washington School District on the state stage.
   

3. Michael J. Hynes, former Port Washington schools superintendent, pleads guilty in connection with 2024 crash (newsday.com) — Port Washington residents are learning that their former school superintendent, Michael J. Hynes, has pleaded guilty to a felony vehicular assault charge stemming from a 2024 crash in Sayville. He left the Port Washington district after the incident, and leadership has since shifted to current superintendent Gaurav Passi, with no additional comment from the district on the plea.
   

4. Cats, dogs that want to go ho, ho, home with you for the holidays (longislandpress.com) — If you’re thinking about adopting, several cats and dogs are waiting for you right now at North Shore Animal League America’s Port Washington campus. From energetic pups like Nellie and Lucky to senior cat Lucinda and playful kittens, each has specific needs and personalities described to help you find a good match. You’re encouraged to visit the Port Washington adoption center or contact staff directly to meet them.
   

5. Newsday's top 50 girls indoor track athletes on Long Island this season (newsday.com) — One of Long Island’s top 50 girls indoor track athletes this season is Port Washington senior Samantha Benson-Tyler, a dominant 1,500-meter race walker far ahead of other state returners. The feature spotlights her past Nassau Class A title and highlights top competitors from schools across Long Island to watch this winter.
   

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