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Connetquot Tech Birds Are Password Pioneers

Photos courtesy of the Connetquot Central School District Connetquot Central School District elementary students learned to protect their passwords during a technology safety workshop with Alise Pulliam, director of digital learning, innovation and instructional technology. The workshop was held at Helen B. Duffield Elementary School with a goal of instructing students as
Parks Corner

State Parks Announces Hunting Schedules For 2022/2023

The New York State Office of Parks, Recreation and Historic Preservation announced that hunting will be permitted within specific areas of select Long Island State Parks for the upcoming hunting season. Hunting regulations in state parks are developed in cooperation with the New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC), which establishes hunting seasons
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Second Step Program Forges Student Bonds

Photo courtesy of the South Country Central School District The South Country Central School District inaugurated a new social and emotional learning program, Second Step, that aims to create lasting bonds between Bellport High School student-athletes and third graders in the district’s elementary schools. The program kicked off at Kreamer Street Elementary School on Sept.
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The Hydrant Hotel Gets New Owners In Revitalization Of Existing Riverhead Pet Boarding Business

The Hydrant Hotel, a pet boarding and grooming business, has been purchased by Eva LaMere and Rick Chiorando, President and CEO (respectively) of Austin Williams, a full-service marketing, advertising, digital and public relations agency located in Hauppauge, NY. Financial details of the purchase were not disclosed. The Hydrant Hotel, a 10,000 sq. ft. facility located […]
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Upcoming Fall Events in Farmingdale Village

With fall officially here Farmingdale Village announces  several upcoming community events planned. Farmingdale Columbus Weekend Fair – October 7-10, 2022 – planned by the Farmingdale Fire Department: Carnival rides, games, live music, magic shows, raffles (behind the Firehouse, weather permitting). Magic Shows: 10/8 at 3 pm and 10/9 at 4pm. Live Music: 7-