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Councilman Labriola Announces Summer Pickleball Sessions

LIMG May 19, 2023

Oyster Bay Town Councilman Steve Labriola invites residents to take part in a co-ed Summer Pickleball program, beginning July 5th throughout the Town. Pickleball is available to individuals 18 years of age or older and runs for 10 weeks in Bethpage, Hicksville and Massapequa. Councilman

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West Babylon Announces Top Two In Class Of 2023

LIMG May 19, 2023

Photo courtesy of West Babylon School District West Babylon Senior High School has announced Tyler Lejman as the Class of 2023 valedictorian and Taylor Weber as salutatorian. Lejman has a GPA of 109.82. He has been the president of the Leo Club for the last three years and also serves as the student body treasurer. […]

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Patient Lives Tremor-Free, Thanks To New Brain Procedure

LIMG May 18, 2023

For Murray Bocian, the aftermath of a groundbreaking procedure to eliminate essential tremors means a triumphant return to life before drinking from a sippy cup and a straw. Mr. Bocian, 76, of New Hyde Park, was the second patient to undergo high-intensity focused ultrasound (HIFU) at North Shore University Hospital (NSUH), the only facility on […]

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NYS Senator Dean Murray Recognizes Martine Satterley As His 2023 NYS Senate “Women Of Distinction” Honoree

LIMG May 18, 2023

Photo Courtesy of the New York State Senate NYS Senator Dean Murray with Martine Satterley at the New York State Senate Women of Distinction Ceremony in Albany, NY. Martine is currently a 40-year member of the Bellport Volunteer Fire Department; was the first female to serve as Fire Commissioner of the Bellport Fire District and […]

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Mepham Artist Safa Hafeez Earns Perfect Score On Portfolio

LIMG May 18, 2023

Pictured: Wellington C. Mepham High School junior Safa Hafeez was one of only three students to receive a perfect score on the New York State Art Teachers Association. Photo courtesy of the Bellmore-Merrick Central High School District Wellington C. Mepham High School junior Safa Hafeez received a perfect score on the New York State Art […]

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Field Day Fun At Deauville Gardens West

LIMG May 18, 2023

Photo courtesy of Copiague School District Dressed in their team colors, the students at Deauville Gardens West Elementary School in the Copiague School District went head to head in a variety of different outdoor activity stations as they competed during the school’s annual field day on May 16. Some of the challenges included teamwork, speed, […]

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Hockey Team Honored For Historic Bid To Nationals

LIMG May 18, 2023

Islip Town Supervisor Angie Carpenter and the Islip Town Board honored the East Islip Chiefs Hockey Team at the May Town Board Meeting for their history-making season. Last year, the Chiefs Hockey Team made club history when they won Gold at the prestigious CAN/AM Championship in Lake Placid. This year, they made club history by […]

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Port Jefferson Students Recognize Police Week

LIMG May 18, 2023

Pictured: Port Jefferson Middle School students. Photo courtesy of the Port Jefferson School District Port Jefferson Middle School students took a special trip to the Yaphank Police Headquarters during Police Week. Students viewed a number of emergency vehicle and equipment demonstrations, K9 unit teams, marine bureau and crime scenes and toured the museum where they […]

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PSEG Foundation To Grant $1 Million To Local Organizations

LIMG May 17, 2023

The PSEG Foundation announced today the 2023 request for proposals for the annual Neighborhood Partners Program, with grants available ranging from $500 to $15,000. Eligible 501(c)(3) organizations in New Jersey and Long Island, New York are encouraged to apply. Applications will be evaluated and grants awarded based on demonstrated program effectiveness, depth, breadth

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Connetquot Inducts Nine To Athletic Hall Of Fame

LIMG May 17, 2023

Pictured: Nine former athletes and coaches were inducted to Connetquot’s prestigious 2023 Athletic Hall of Fame on May 13. Photo courtesy of the Connetquot Central School District During a celebratory breakfast at Connetquot High School on May 13, District Athletic Director Peter Melore introduced nine former district athletes and two coaches who were inducted to […]

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Manetuck First Graders Learn Caregiving, Safety Skills

LIMG May 17, 2023

Pictured: First graders at Manetuck Elementary School in the West Islip participated in a Teddy Bear Clinic hosted by Good Samaritan Hospital on May 15. Photos courtesy of West Islip School District First graders at Manetuck Elementary School in the West Islip School District had the opportunity to work as doctors and nurses to care […]

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Elwood Board Of Education Honors Record-Breaking Student-Athletes

LIMG May 17, 2023

Pictured: Elwood-John H. Glenn High School’s record-breaking student-athletes Amanda Howard, Ava Mule and Matthew Triolo were recognized by the Elwood School District Board of Education at its May 9 meeting. Photo courtesy of Elwood School District Elwood-John H. Glenn High School’s record-breaking student-athletes Amanda Howard, Ava Mule and Matthew Triolo were recognized