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From left; Assemblyman Brian Curran, Hempstead Town Supervisor Kate Murray, Proclamation recipients Sandie Schoell and Maria Heller, Hempstead Councilman Anthony Santino, Anthony D’Esposito.

Assemblyman Brian Curran hosted his annual Women of Distinction event to recognize women from the community who have gone above and beyond the call of civic engagement and outreach to make Nassau … more

By Barbra Rubin-Perry | 9/30/15

Wantagh Women of Distinction to be honored March 30

Eight women from Wantagh will be honored on March 30 for their unique and long-standing contributions to the community. The Miss Wantagh Court, in honor of Women’s History Month, is sponsoring this program, to be held at Wantagh Elementary School on Beech Street. more

By Laura Schofer | 3/25/15

Assemblyman Tom McKevitt presented an award to Mary Jane Burgess.

Girl Scout leader recognized by assemblyman

For Mary Jane Burgess, acceptance is key when it comes to community values. When she took on the role of a Girl Scout troop leader, she vowed to ensure that everybody in her community was accepted. That is why she was honored for her service as a scout leader on Aug. 9 when 17th District Assemblyman Tom McKevitt held his Women of Distinction awards ceremony. more

By Brian Stieglitz | 8/20/14

Valley STream Girl Scouts made a presentation on historical women who inspired them at Assemblywoman Michaelle Solages’ first Women of Distinction awards at Gateway World Christian Center in North Valley Stream.

Valley Stream women who make a difference

With great fanfare, state Assemblywoman Michaelle Solages honored several prominent women from the 22nd District, which includes Valley Stream, for their contributions to the community. more

By Andrew Hackmack | 4/2/14

Claudia Rotondo, of the group Too Good for Drugs, has been helping locals struggling with addiction since the 1970s. Pictured here with Councilwoman Dorothy Goosby and Assemblyman Brian Curran, Rotondo was recently chosen as a 2013 New York State Woman of Distinction.

Rotondo, Carrion recognized as ‘Women of Distinction’

Local ladies Claudia Rotondo, best known as the Executive Director of the Baldwin Council Against Drug Abuse, and Colette Carrion, President of the Baldwin Council of PTAs, were honored recently as 2013 New York State Women of Distinction. more

By Chris Connolly | 9/18/13

Skelos invites nominees for Women of Distinction

In honor of Women’s History Month, Senator Dean Skelos invited local residents to nominate friends, coworkers and neighborhood leaders whose outstanding work on behalf of our communities makes them … more

3/6/13

Anne Barracca was honored for her dedication to the PTA and PTSA at local schools.

Anne Barracca named among 'Women of Distinction'

Assemblyman Dave McDonough held his fourth annual Women of Distinction ceremony at the Merrick Public Library last month East Meadowite Anne Barracca was recognized for her volunteerism. Barracca was one of eight women honored last month. more

By: Shannon Koehle | 10/12/12

At his fourth annual Women of Distinction ceremony, New York State Assemblyman Dave McDonough presented awards to, from left, Anne Barracca of East Meadow, Patrice Sammut of North Bellmore, Nancy Leonard (accepting the award for her sister Patricia Birbiglia of Bellmore, Sue Nicola of Seaford, Rebecca Heather Levy of Wantagh, Marla Kilfoyle of Bellmore and Polly Dwyer of Levittown.

Assemblyman honors 'Women of Distinction'

New York State Assemblyman David McDonough of North Merrick honored three Bellmore women and one local teacher at his fourth annual Women of Distinction ceremony last week. more

By Julie Mansmann, jmansmann@liherald.com | 10/4/12

Oceansider honored as Woman of Distinction

“My Women of Distinction Ceremony is meant to honor the accomplishments of eight women, who through their hard work, commitment, and determination, have made the communities of Lynbrook, Malverne, … more

9/26/12

Theresa Gaffney got a hug from her daughter Courtney, 6.

Women of Distinction awards presented

Assemblyman Brian Curran, a Republican representing the 14th A.D., held the Women of Distinction Awards ceremony on Sept. 22, at the Lynbrook Library. “I am proud to be able to honor these … more

By Mary Malloy | 9/26/12

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