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HUD Announces Additional Assistance To Keep Foster Youth Housed

LIMG January 10, 2022

The U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) on Thursday announced that over $1 million has been awarded to public housing agencies (PHAs) across the country to provide housing assistance to youth who are aging out of foster care and are homeless or at risk of homelessness.

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Saladino: Warming Centers Open Monday & Tuesday As Temperatures Drop

LIMG January 10, 2022

With the coldest air mass since 2019 forecasted for today and tomorrow, Oyster Bay Town Supervisor Joseph Saladino and the Town Board announced the following Warming Centers will be open on Monday, January 10th and Tuesday, January 11th from 8:00am to 9:00pm, should residents seek temporary respite from the bitter cold: Marjorie Post Park Ice […]

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Nassau BOCES Appoints New Executive Director Of Human Resources

LIMG January 5, 2022

The Nassau BOCES Board of Education has appointed Thomas M. McGrath to the position of Executive Director of the Department of Human Resources (HR), effective December 20, 2021. He will oversee all aspects of employee recruitment, retention and management for the Agency. Mr. McGrath brings a diverse background, as well as dedicated years of experience […]

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Trish Bergin Sworn In As Suffolk County’s New Legislator In The 10th LD

LIMG January 5, 2022

Trish Bergin was sworn in to serve her first term as Suffolk County Legislator in the 10th LD. Bergin will Chair the Seniors & Human Services Committee. “Our Seniors are struggling to stay on Long Island with their children to watch their grandchildren grow. During my time in Islip Town, I saw to it that […]

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A Valentine’s Day Dessert Whipped Up In An Unusual Way

LIMG January 5, 2022

Decadent treats and Valentine’s Day go hand in hand. Couples typically exchange gifts on Valentine’s Day, and those gifts are often accompanied by something sweet. A 2017 survey from Statista found that 44 percent of respondents intended to purchase candy and sweets for their significant other on Valentine’s Day. That made candy and sweets the […]

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Art Exhibition Celebrating Artists With Special Needs

LIMG January 5, 2022

A visual art exhibition featuring 40 individuals with special needs on view in the heart of the Chelsea Arts District in NYC. The Spirit of Huntington Art Center is pleased to present ArtABILITY: an Inclusive Exhibition Celebrating Artists with Special Needs at the world-famous Agora Gallery, a contemporary fine art gallery located in the heart of Chelsea’s […]

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Smithtown HS East DECA Members Advance To State Competition

LIMG January 5, 2022

Smith High School East students produced impressive results at December’s DECA Suffolk County regional event, resulting in several students qualifying for the New York State DECA competition in March. The following students advanced by finishing in the top 10 in their regional competitions: John Aiossa, Ryan Brid, Richard Chai, Philip DeStefano, Andrea DiLeo, Avery

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Money And Energy Saving Tips For The New Year

LIMG January 5, 2022

It’s a new year, and in recognition of National Cut Your Energy Costs Day – Jan. 10 – PSEG Long Island is sharing tips for customers to save money and reduce their energy consumption every day of the year. National Cut Your Energy Costs Day was launched to encourage consumers to explore energy- saving opportunities. […]

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Town Of Hempstead Hosts Inaugural Ceremony – Clavin, Murray, Goosby, D’Esposito And Dunne Inducted At Outdoor Program Held At Town Hall

LIMG January 5, 2022

The Town of Hempstead is hosting five officials that were re-elected to the Hempstead Town Board this past November. Supervisor Don Clavin, Senior Councilwoman Dorothy Goosby, Council Members Anthony D’Esposito and Dennis Dunne, and Town Clerk Kate Murray were all inducted to their positions during an outdoor ceremony at Senior Councilwoman Dorothy L. Goosby Plaza […]

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Teachers Federal Credit Union Wraps Up 2021 With $50K Season Of Giving Charitable Campaign

LIMG December 30, 2021

Teachers Federal Credit Union (Teachers), one of the largest credit unions in the United States with $8.8 billion in assets and more than 375,000 members, is proud to announce the results from its 2021 Season of Giving campaign. This year, Teachers partnered with four charities to donate a total of $50,000 across Make-A-Wish, St. Jude Children’s […]

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Rocky Point Represented At NYSSMA All-State Conference

LIMG December 30, 2021

Rocky Point High School student Brenna Kiernan was selected to the New York State School Music Association All-State Mixed Chorus. She participated in a concert held at the acclaimed Eastman Theatre in Rochester, New York, during the annual Winter Conference of the New York State School Music Association on Dec. 4. Brenna auditioned for the […]

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Saladino And Pravato Honor County And Long Island Champions From Locust Valley High School

LIMG December 30, 2021

Town Supervisor Joseph Saladino and Receiver of Taxes Jeff Pravato recently hosted a celebration of the Nassau County and Long Island Championship teams from Locust Valley High School. Along with the coaches and administration from Locust Valley High School, as well as parents in attendance, Supervisor Saladino and Receiver Pravato commended these outstanding athletes from