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Clavin, Carini Assist With Red Cross Mask Distribution!

LIMG May 20, 2020

Town of Hempstead Supervisor Don Clavin and Councilman Christopher Carini joined today with representatives from the American Red Cross to accept the donation of 7,000 masks to be distributed to Hempstead Town’s at risk population, including Senior Center residents, veteran groups and special

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Students Cheer For Lucky Ducks From A Distance

LIMG May 20, 2020

A first grade study of ducks in Donna Gianfortone’s class at Chippewa Elementary School in the Sachem Central School District didn’t slow down following the state-mandated school closures related to the COVID-19 pandemic, thanks to an Instagram account she started allowing her class to track the ducks’ progress. The Instagram account, Lucky Ducks of Chippewa, […]

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Plainedge High School Announces Class of 2020 Valedictorian and Salutatorian

LIMG May 18, 2020

Plainedge High School is pleased to announce that Adam Ayroso and Mina Sarmas have respectively been named the valedictorian and salutatorian of the Plainedge graduating Class of 2020. Valedictorian Adam Ayroso has demonstrated excellent character and community leadership along with academic ability throughout his high school career. Designated with high honors since

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Pint-Sized Philanthropist Empties Her Piggy Bank For Northwell

LIMG May 15, 2020

Every employee of Northwell Health was enriched today, thanks to the overwhelming generosity and love demonstrated by Desiree Mohammodi, a 7-year-old with a heart of gold. Desiree, who lives with her parents and little sister in Syosset, decided that she had to do something to ease the burdens of health care workers at Northwell Health. […]

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Most Hempstead Town Tennis and Pickleball Courts Re-Opening with ‘Singles Play Only’ & Safety Protocols

LIMG May 15, 2020

Hempstead Town Supervisor Don Clavin and the Department of Parks and Recreation today announced that tennis and pickleball courts will re-open on Friday, May 15, 2020. The decision to re-open the courts was based on updated directives from the Governor’s stay-at-home orders and from town health officials. For the re-opening of most tennis and pickleball […]

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Girls On The Run Long Island To Hold Its First Virtual 5K In June

LIMG May 15, 2020

Local nonprofit Girls on the Run Long Island will be holding its first Virtual 5K run for free on June 20, 2020 open to all who wish to participate. Traditionally a run held at Hofstra University to conclude the organization’s 10-week program for girls, the Spring 5K became a virtual run in response to COVID-19 […]

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North Bellmore Students Pay Tribute To Their Teachers

LIMG May 13, 2020

Distance learning did not stop students in the North Bellmore School District from recognizing their teachers during national Teacher Appreciation Week from May 4-8. Through video tributes and car parades, the youngsters showed their gratitude for the educators who do much for them. On May 8, Saw Mill Road Elementary School fourth grade teacher Chrissy […]

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Deer Park Opens Community Pantry

LIMG May 13, 2020

The Deer Park School District’s food service company, Aramark, has been feeding all students in need since the school closures, working hard to make thousands of meals daily for the children. The district saw the importance of doing even more for the community, and working with local business, churches and nonprofits, it has now opened […]

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Main Street Restaurants Offer To-Go Memorial Day BBQ Kits

LIMG May 13, 2020

Lessing’s Main Street Restaurants, Library Café, located at 274 Main Street in Farmingdale (516.752.7678), Maxwell’s, located at 501 Main Street in Islip (631.210.0011), Post Office Café, located at 130 West Main Street in Babylon (631.669.9224) and Southside, located at 5 Third Avenue in Bayshore (631.665.9596) are offering to-go BBQ kits for Memorial Day. Orders can […]

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New Items Available For Takeout At Hatch

LIMG May 12, 2020

Hatch, located at 286 Main Street in Huntington is a hot brunch spot! They have added new menu items, available for delivery and curbside pickup. Orders must be placed a day in advance and can do so by emailing hatch@lessings.com. The new menu items, subject to change, are as follows: Happy Box $49.95 15 Pancakes […]