Nassau County Legislator Delia DeRiggi-Whitton (D – Glen Cove) was honored by the Nassau County Police Emerald Society for her support of the law enforcement community during the organization’s Installation of Officers dinner at the Crest Hollow Country Club on Thursday, May 26.

Founded in 1962, the mission of the Police Emerald Society focuses upon the promotion of Irish heritage in law enforcement and supporting charitable and cultural causes.

“It is tremendously gratifying to be recognized by a fraternal organization with such a rich history of philanthropy and advocacy for the brave men and women who step up to protect the residents of Nassau County,” DeRiggi-Whitton said. “I thank the leaders of the Nassau County Police Emerald Society for this wonderful honor and applaud them for their unwavering commitment to their multipronged mission of service.”