Town Clerk Leslie Gross, chairwoman of the event, said, ?The...

Town Clerk Leslie Gross, chairwoman of the event, said, ?The tradition of honoring the extraordinary women who have made the North Hempstead community a more wonderful place continues.? (July 2, 2008) Credit: Newsday / Alejandra Villa

The Town of North Hempstead is accepting nominations through Feb. 3 for its 19th annual women’s roll of honor.

Town Supervisor Jon Kaiman said he encourages residents “to help us honor the women who have made a difference in the town by submitting their names to the nominating committee.”

The breakfast event named in honor of former Town Supervisor May Newburger will be held March 22 from 8 to 10 a.m. at Harbor Links in Port Washington.

Town Clerk Leslie Gross, chairwoman of the event, said, “The tradition of honoring the extraordinary women who have made the North Hempstead community a more wonderful place continues.”

The event is to celebrate women who have made a contribution to their community, possess a special personal talent, or have accomplished a significant achievement, town officials said.

To nominate someone, call 311 from within the town or 516-869-6311 outside the town and ask for Stephanie Sajous.

Residents can also download a form at the town website at www.northhempsteadny.gov (click on “Town Clerk”).

Above: Town of North Hempstead Clerk Leslie Gross

Pfc. Raheen Tyson Heighter, of Bay Shore, was killed in Operation Iraqi Freedom. His mother has made it her mission to aid active-duty service members, veterans, first responders and Gold Star families. NewsdayTV's Virginia Huie reports. Credit: Randee Daddona; Photo credit: Cathy Heighter

'His sacrifice made a difference': Gold Star mother honors son's memory Army Pfc. Raheen Tyson Heighter, 22, of Bay Shore, was the first serviceman from Long Island killed in the Iraq War.

Pfc. Raheen Tyson Heighter, of Bay Shore, was killed in Operation Iraqi Freedom. His mother has made it her mission to aid active-duty service members, veterans, first responders and Gold Star families. NewsdayTV's Virginia Huie reports. Credit: Randee Daddona; Photo credit: Cathy Heighter

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