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New York Life Foundation Grants $1.8 Million to Out-of-School-Time Programs

LIMG July 23, 2024

The New York Life Foundation and the Afterschool Alliance today announced $1.8 million in new grants to 40 afterschool, summer, and expanded learning programs serving disadvantaged middle school youth. The funds will go to organizations across the United States. These latest grants bring the

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Southampton Animal Shelter Foundation to Honor Cathy Bissell

LIMG July 18, 2024

Photo Credit: Rilee Greene The Southampton Animal Shelter Foundation (SASF) is thrilled to announce that animal welfare philanthropist champion Cathy Bissell, will be honored with the Lifetime Achievement Award at the Foundation’s 15th Annual Unconditional Love Gala on July 20th, 2024. The gala, serving as the premiere fundraising event for the Foundation, plays a vital

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Children’s Book Author Expo

LIMG July 17, 2024

A Children’s Book Author Expo will be held on Monday, July 22 from 12 PM – 3 PM at the American Legion Post 1066 at 66 Veterans Blvd. in Massapequa. Twelve children’s book authors (shown below) will be in attendance and there will be readings, face painting and fun surprises throughout the event. Admission is […]

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Elwood Board of Ed reorganizes with Tomeo and Weiss as president and VP

LIMG July 16, 2024

President James Tomeo was reelected to his post at the Elwood School District’s annual board of education reorganization meeting on July 11, and board member Deborah Weiss was elected as vice president. Tomeo, Weiss, new Superintendent Dr. Gayle Steele and new board member Walter Edwards were sworn in during the meeting. The board also welcomed […]

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United Way of Long Island Raises over $750k at Annual Luncheon

LIMG July 16, 2024

United Way of Long Island welcomed over 600 attendees, including individuals, corporations, labor unions and organizations to its annual UNITED IN PURPOSE Celebration. Thanks to the generosity of Presenting Sponsor Bethpage Federal Credit Union and other supporters, the event raised over $750,000, making it one of the largest yearly philanthropic fundraisers on Long

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Town Honors Farmingdale Resident as he Enters United States Navy

LIMG July 16, 2024

Oyster Bay Town Supervisor Joseph Saladino (second from left) joined with Councilman Tom Hand and Receiver of Taxes Jeff Pravato in recognizing Farmingdale High School graduate Elijah Davis, who has committed himself to the service of the nation by joining the United States Navy. Davis was recognized at the Town’s ‘Salute to America’ celebration, which […]

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Centereach High School and Newfield High School Artists Honored With SCALA Scholarships

LIMG July 16, 2024

Centereach High School Artist Alexandra Cesa and Newfield High School Artist Catarina Pacheco have been awarded $100 scholarships from the Suffolk County Art Alliance Association (SCALA). This prestigious honor recognizes the outstanding artistic talents of these students. “Alexandra and Catarina have demonstrated remarkable growth and vision in their artistic journeys,”

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PSEG Long Island to Activate Voluntary ‘Smart Savers’ Thermostat Program

LIMG July 16, 2024

With a heat advisory [weather.gov] in effect for most of Long Island and the Rockaways through Wednesday night, PSEG Long Island is activating its voluntary Smart Savers thermostat program today, July 16. While PSEG Long Island expects to have the power required to meet customer demand during this potential heatwave, activating the voluntary Smart Savers […]