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A Commitment To Fire Safety In Rocky Point

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Photos courtesy of the Rocky Point School District Members of the Sound Beach Fire Department and Rocky Point Fire Department visited Frank J. Carasiti Elementary School during Fire Prevention Week on Oct. 11. Kindergarten students learned about some of the different emergency vehicles and climbed aboard rescue vehicles for a firsthand look. They also listened […]
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‘Dunk the Principal’ At Hiawatha Elementary School

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Photos courtesy of the Sachem Central School District Students at Hiawatha Elementary School in the Sachem Central School District were excited to “dunk” their principal, thanks to a recent PTA membership drive. Principal Joe Watson stepped into the dunk tank, complete with a bathing suit, flippers and life vest. The student body gathered outdoors to […]
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Decorate A Festive Pie For Halloween Party Fun

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Candy may be a mainstay of Halloween celebrations, but other desserts also can make festivities even more enjoyable — especially when those desserts coordinate with the Halloween theme. The word “chibi” means “short and chubby” in Japanese, but it also has expanded to refer to characters with especially cute, babylike features. The chibi style lends […]
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Chocolate Cookies Are A Sweet Finale To Thanksgiving Dinners

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Holiday entertaining season begins on Thanksgiving. Anyone who has been tasked with hosting Thanksgiving understands the commitment required to prepare a delicious meal for guests, which often encompasses appetizers, several side dishes and, of course, turkey as the centerpiece. Guests attending a Thanksgiving dinner can give holiday hosts and hostesses a break by
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Festive Appetizer To Satisfy Guests

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Thanksgiving is a food lover’s paradise. Even though the turkey and side dishes are the crowning achievements on Thanksgiving, hungry guests will need something to tide them over until the pièce de résistance is ready. In such situations, bite-sized appetizers that are tasty yet not too filling can fit the bill. Charcuterie boards and tasting […]