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Jacqui Sedlar Leader Is Named Woman of Distrinction

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Jacqui Sedlar Leader was recognized by New York State Senator Anthony Palumbo as the district's Woman of Distinction. COURTESY SENATOR ANTHONY PALUMBO'S OFFICE

Jacqui Sedlar Leader was recognized by New York State Senator Anthony Palumbo as the district's Woman of Distinction. COURTESY SENATOR ANTHONY PALUMBO'S OFFICE

authorStaff Writer on May 22, 2023
Jacqui Sedlar Leader, of Shelter Island, is the 2023 New York State Woman of Distinction for the 1st Senatorial District. New York State Senator Anthony Palumbo made the announcement on... more

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