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April 30th Is National Adopt A Shelter Pet Day

LIMG April 21, 2026

“Adopt, don’t shop” is a mantra utilized by many organizations devoted to finding loving homes for shelter animals. With thousands of dogs, cats, and other companion animals residing in shelters or being fostered until they can find their forever homes, rescue organizations urge the pet-loving

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Feast On Traditional Mexican Cuisine This Cinco de Mayo

LIMG April 21, 2026

Cinco de Mayo is a festive occasion that celebrates Mexican culture and food. Cinco de Mayo commemorates a minor Mexican victory over France that took place on May 5, 1862, at the Battle of Puebla. While it has never been a big deal in Mexico — especially in comparison to celebrations of Mexico’s independence — […]

Community News

Town Of Babylon Renames West Babylon Street

LIMG April 21, 2026

The Babylon Town Board has voted to ceremoniously rename the intersection of 13th Avenue and 3rd Street as Captain Philip Canfora Jr. Memorial Way, honoring a lifelong public servant whose decades of dedication left a lasting impact on the West Babylon community. Captain Canfora dedicated nearly 50 years to the West Babylon Fire Department and […]

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People’s Arc of Suffolk School Students Mount “Prom-Proposal”

LIMG April 16, 2026

Students with intellectual and developmental disabilities from the People’s Arc of Suffolk Educare Center in Bohemia staged a special surprise “prom-posal” to Sean Chamberlan, Head Coach of the Farmingdale State College (FSC) Men’s Lacrosse team, asking him to serve as the honoree for the group’s 2026 Candlelight Ball here today. Students held a homemade sign […]

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Oyster Bay Officials Promote Volunteer Firefighter Recruitment Drive

LIMG April 15, 2026

Oyster Bay Town Supervisor Joseph Saladino, Councilwoman Vicki Walsh, and Tax Receiver Jeff Pravato joined officials from the Nassau County Fire Marshal’s Office and members of the North Massapequa Fire Department to announce a volunteer firefighter recruitment drive that took place statewide. On April 18 and 19, fire departments conducted tours of their firehouses and

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Deer Park High School Students Create Vibrant Community Mural

LIMG April 14, 2026

Deer Park High School students from Rebecca Yackel’s mural painting course recently had the exciting opportunity to collaborate on a community mural project at Venetian Shores for the Town of Babylon. Inspired by the natural beauty of the waterfront, students Antonietta Cafisco and Jayna Singh took the lead in designing a vibrant, beach-themed mural to […]

Recipes

Simple Spare Ribs To Satisfy Your Craving For Barbecue

LIMG April 14, 2026

The aroma of barbecue is hard to resist, and the flavor is even better. Barbecue is an art form, as that enticing aroma and undeniable flavor are truly a labor of love. But even novices can try their hands at barbecue and end up with delicious results. For those who want to craft their own […]

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Arbor Day Events & Activities On Long Island

LIMG April 14, 2026

Communities across Long Island and the nation will celebrate Arbor Day on Friday, April 24, 2026, with events dedicated to tree planting, environmental education, and the preservation of natural resources. Arbor Day is an annual observance that encourages individuals and organizations to plant and care for trees, highlighting their essential role in improving air quality,