The U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) announced nearly $3.16 billion in Continuum of Care Program Awards for over 7,000 projects that provide housing assistance and/or supportive services to people experiencing homelessness, as well as costs related to planning and data
Ronald McDonald House Charities NY Metro (RMHC NYM) announced today it will break ground for a new Ronald McDonald House in Suffolk County on April 17, having raised more than $23 million for the project. “We are thrilled to have achieved this milestone as we push toward making the dream of a Ronald McDonald House […]
Pictured: Kramer Lane third graders made their own healthy snack. Photos courtesy of the Bethpage Union Free School District Kramer Lane Elementary School in the Bethpage Union Free School District kicked off its annual Brown Bag Seminar Series during the month of January. The goal of the series is to introduce students to ideas and […]
Photo courtesy of East Islip School District East Islip High School’s robotics team competed in the VEX Robotics Over Under game on Jan. 27, held at John F. Kennedy High School in Bellmore. The all-day event featured over 45 teams from around the Tri-State area. This year’s tournament was played on a 12×12 square field. […]
Pictured: Students in Design and Drawing for Production classes at the Ames Campus learned from alumni Brianna Hobert and Chris Sciortino how Massapequa’s technology education classes benefited them. Photo courtesy of the Massapequa School District Technology courses inspired Brianna Hobert and Chris Sciortino during their years at Massapequa High School. On Jan. 30, the
A stuffed teddy bear, a heart-shaped box of chocolate and a bouquet of red roses have long been staples of Valentine’s Day giving. While these can make fine gifts, this year those who want to shake things up a bit can offer alternativess that cater to their loved one’s ideals. In lieu of stuffed animals, […]
A number of people feel that nothing beats a quiet evening in with the one you love on Valentine’s Day. Watching a romantic film together can be a way to cap the night off. There are plenty of films that focus on Valentine’s Day or have a larger romantic theme. Such movies are ideal for […]
Escaping the daily grind (and winter weather depending on where you live) may be a top priority when February arrives. Fortunately, there are plenty of destinations to beckon couples eager for romantic getaways. For those planning a romantic excursion this Valentine’s Day, there are many places close to home or all around the world that […]