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Levittown Students Adventure To Learn About Local History

LIMG August 4, 2022

Photos courtesy of Levittown Public Schools Students in the Adventures in Local History summer program in the Levittown Public School District have enjoyed trips to several nearby historical sites, helping shed light on the significance of these important landmarks. At their first visit to the

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How To Prepare Kids To Go Back To School

LIMG August 4, 2022

The end of summer can be a bittersweet time for students. While many students look forward to seeing their friends, few want to say goodbye to the relaxing days of summer. Parents know that getting their children back in the school day swing of things can be a challenge. The following are some ways to […]

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Senator Mattera Joins With Salvation Army For School Supply Drive

LIMG August 4, 2022

Senator Mario R. Mattera (2nd Senate District) and The Salvation Army of East Northport are partnering for a back-to-school supply drive from now through Monday, August 22nd. Throughout the collection drive, Senator Mattera’s district office, which is located at 180 East Main Street in Smithtown, will serve as a drop off location for supplies. “Every […]

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Tips For Labor Day Getaways And More

LIMG August 3, 2022

Labor Day marks the unofficial end of summer. Even though summer officially ends a few weeks after Labor Day, a new school year begins for most students by Labor Day, and the lazy, hazy days spent on the beach give way to a new school year. It’s no wonder that so many people want to […]

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Meet And Greet With St. James Elementary School Principal Javidi

LIMG August 3, 2022

Photos courtesy of Smithtown CSD On Tuesday afternoon, Adam Javidi hosted the first of his two “meet and greets” at the St. James Elementary School playground. Javidi says his goal was to “get to know community members and get them to know him.” Javidi added he’s heard great things about the St. James School DistrictSt. […]

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Suffolk Awarded Nearly $1.5 Million Grant To Aid Low Income STEM Students

LIMG August 3, 2022

A nearly $1.5 million grant awarded to Suffolk County Community College will help the college increase the number of low-income, academically talented Science, Technology, Engineering and Math (STEM) students who graduate, transfer to a four-year STEM program, or directly enter the STEM workforce. The Improved Support for Undergraduates in Community College Engaged in STEM

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Childcare To Become More Affordable For Many Low And Moderate Income Families

LIMG August 3, 2022

Suffolk County residents got a boost in paying for childcare. As part of the 2022-23 New York State budget, families earning up to 300 percent of the federal poverty level will qualify for assistance. Previously, the income standard set by the State for childcare subsidies was 200 percent. Assistance will be administered locally by the […]

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Pal-O-Mine Equestrian Community Open House, September 18, 2022 – Corporate Sponsorships Available

LIMG August 3, 2022

Photo Credit – Pal-O-Mine Equestrian Pal-O-Mine Equestrian, Inc. (www.pal-o-mine.org, Islandia, NY), a private, not for profit organization providing a comprehensive therapeutic equine program using horses to facilitate growth, learning and healing for children and adults with disabilities, announced that it will be holding its 3rd Annual Community Open House on Sunday,

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Oyster Festival Returns This October

LIMG August 3, 2022

After a two year hiatus, the East Coast’s largest waterfront festival will return this fall to the streets of Oyster Bay. Supervisor Joseph Saladino, his colleagues on the Town Board and organizers and sponsors of the 39th Oyster Festival announced the return of the iconic seaside festival this October 15th and 16th. Supervisor Saladino, together with Councilwoman […]

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Smithtown Senior Citizens Department Seeks Senior Residents to Craft Items for Tender Years Treasury Event

LIMG August 3, 2022

The Smithtown Senior Citizens and Smithtown Recreation Departments are looking for crafters for the Tender Years Treasury event on Saturday, December 3rd from 10AM to 1PM at the Senior Citizens Department, located at 420 Middle Country Road in Smithtown. The Tender Years Treasury is an award-winning program for children, hosted by the Senior Citizens Department […]

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Long Island Nets To Host 3v3 Youth Basketball Tournament During Hoop Fest Celebration

LIMG August 3, 2022

The Long Island Nets, NBA G League affiliate of the Brooklyn Nets, will host a 3v3 youth basketball tournament during the team’s Hoop Fest Celebration at Jones Beach, on Saturday, Aug. 13. The 3v3 basketball tournament is open to youth ages 8-16 and teams can consist of up to three players and one substitute. All […]

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Town Announces Winners Of Patriotic Display Home Decorating Contest

LIMG July 28, 2022

Cunningham Family of Massapequa Park Flatley Family of Plainview Streletz Family of Massapequa Oyster Bay Town Supervisor Joseph Saladino and Councilwoman Laura Maier announced the winners of the Town’s American Spirit Home Decorating Contest, which invited residents to express their patriotism and American spirit by decorating their homes in red, white and blue around