Valentine’s Day is an opportunity for people to share their love and affection and of course, sweet treats. Chocolate reigns supreme on this day devoted to sweethearts. While a heart-shaped box of chocolate certainly makes for a delicious gift, those looking to increase the wow factor can put
Hearty meals are best on cold nights, when food can provide a warming effect after coming in from the cold outdoors. This recipe for “Boeuf Bourguignon” from Jill Lightner’s “Edible Seattle: The Cookbook” (Sterling Epicure) is sure to provide such an effect. Boeuf Bourguignon Serves 6 generously 2 pounds beef shoulder, cut into 2-inch pieces […]
Book Fairies, a leading nonprofit organization dedicated to eradicating barriers to literacy, proudly announces the appointment of Michael K. Billia to its esteemed Board of Directors. With over three decades of experience in community service, leadership, and advocacy, Billia’s appointment strengthens the organization’s commitment to fostering literacy and
Pictured: Rising Stars stepped up as leaders in choregraphed moves for the chorus concert on Jan. 26. Photos courtesy of Bellmore Public Schools Second grade students at Reinhard Early Childhood Center in the Bellmore School District took to the stage for an enthusiastic show featuring songs about their favorite special area classes on Jan. 26. […]
If you were born in 1959 and turning 65 this year, Suffolk County Legislator Tom Donnelly (D-Deer Park) would like to wish you a happy birthday and remind you to file your property tax exemption forms before March 1, regardless of your month and date of birth. This 65th birthday milestone entitles eligible seniors to […]
Pictured: Assistant Principal Chris Hoisik, local business owner Gary Hudes, Hempstead Town Clerk Kate Murray, Principal Dana Bermas, Superintendent Dr. Dominick Palma, Hempstead Town Councilman Chris Carini and Nassau County Police Commissioner Patrick Ryder. Photos courtesy of the Merrick Union Free School District Chatterton School hosted a successful Community Read
Thanks to the kindness of PSEG Long Island employees, more than 100 children enrolled in the Salvation Army’s Angel Tree program had their holiday wishes fulfilled last month. Hundreds of gifts, including tablets, trucks and remote control vehicles, dollhouses and dolls, toys, games, action figures, and clothes were purchased to support the annual program. “We […]
Photo courtesy of the Bethpage Union Free School District Bethpage students from Central Boulevard Elementary School participated in Nassau County’s annual Valentines for Veterans program. The Central Boulevard student body takes part in this program each year leading up to Valentine’s Day to give back to veterans in hospitals and nursing homes. The students colored […]