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Retirees Ask Help for TWU Central Park Horse Carriage Driver

TWU Local 100 member and Central Park Horse Carriage driver Nurettin Kirbiyik recently lost his beloved horse, Deniz, who died after eating a poisonous Yew plant thoughtlessly planted along the carriage route in the Park by the Central Park Conservancy.  After eating the plant, Deniz apparently went into cardiac arrest and passed away. A necropsy performed […]

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Clyburn Sowell, 101, Passes Away

The Retirees Association sadly announces the passing of long-standing member Clyburn Sowell.  He passed away peacefully on June 6, 2026, according to his devoted daughter, Valeria. Brother Sowell was 101 years old, and had been honored with a standing ovation at the Association’s Holiday Party in December 2025. He led a life of service to America

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Plainview Fire Dept. Honors Ex. Bd. Member Frank Rosato With Procession

The Plainview, NY Fire Department honored RA Executive Board Member Frank Rosato with a procession through town of his casket atop a fire engine.   The Department lined the street outside the firehouse with a giant American flag, and fellow firefighters standing in salute. Frank dedicated 35 years of service to the Department as a

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