Saturday, November 14, 2026
The Village of Valley Stream honored local veterans and military personnel during its annual Veterans Day salute Tuesday at the Village Green band shell.
Mayor Edwin Fare served as emcee, welcoming veterans, elected officials and members of the community to recognize those who served in the nation's armed forces.
The ceremony included a presentation of the colors by American Legion Post 854 and VFW Post 1790, the Pledge of Allegiance and the national anthem, performed by Valley Stream Central High School student Leah Cabrera.
Fare spoke about the importance of gratitude and remembering the sacrifices made by service members and their families. George Catalanotto, a U.S. Army combat veteran and member of Disabled American Veterans, also explained the symbolism of the POW/MIA table, which honors military personnel who have not returned home.
This year's ceremony also featured red ribbons placed around trees at the Village Green bearing the names of Valley Stream service members who died while serving the country. The ribbons were provided by the Military Blue Ribbon Mothers of Nassau County.
