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Connetquot Varsity Sports Teams Are Dezy Strong

LIMG October 7, 2022

Photos courtesy of the Connetquot Central School District The Connetquot High School boys volleyball, field hockey, cheerleading and kickline teams raised close to $6,000 during a Dezy Day and DezyStrong fundraiser on Sept. 29. The DezyStrong Foundation is a not-for-profit organization

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Ward Melville High School Graduate In Top 2% Of AP Drawing Test Takers

LIMG October 6, 2022

Photos courtesy of the Three Village Central School District Ward Melville High School Class of 2022 graduate Norah Allam earned every point possible with her 2021-2022 Advanced Placement portfolio submission for the AP Drawing Exam. “I wish to congratulate Norah and her teacher, Stefanie DiLorenzo, who works tirelessly throughout the year, at nights and weekends […]

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International Beach Cleanup At Your Local State Parks

LIMG September 14, 2022

The New York State Office of Parks, Recreation and Historic Preservation is pleased to announce that the Long Island State Park Region will be hosting the 36th Annual New York State Beach Cleanup in cooperation with the American Littoral Society and Sponsored by the National Heritage Trust and ZenWTR. The International Coastal Cleanup is a […]

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Deer Park Secondary Students Find Fun And Friendship At Unplugged Classes

LIMG August 23, 2022

Photos courtesy of Deer Park School District Deer Park’s summer Unplugged program in August brought fun and socialization to Deer Park High School and Robert Frost Middle School students, providing them with a chance to reconnect and learn during a variety of enriching class sessions covering topics from arts and crafts to outdoor sports tournaments. […]

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Elwood Senior Jake Lauto Builds Park Benches For Eagle Scout Project

LIMG August 17, 2022

Photos courtesy of Elwood School District For his Eagle Scout project, Elwood-John H. Glenn High School senior Jake Lauto recently built sustainable benches in Elwood Park as a tribute to his grandfather, Joseph Lauto, who often walked in the park. The benches will serve as wonderful resting spots for senior citizens, people with disabilities and […]

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Musical Fun For All Ages In East Meadow’s Summer Music Program

LIMG August 10, 2022

Photos courtesy of the East Meadow Union Free School District The East Meadow Summer Music Program, held at Woodland Middle School this year, had a wonderful five weeks of rehearsals, concerts and fun. Throughout the course of five weeks, students engaged in challenging lessons, new repertoire for their instrument, and formed lasting friendships while making […]

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HUD Announces $2.8 Billion To Help People Experiencing Homelessness

LIMG August 5, 2022

The U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) today announced that it will provide $2.8 billion in competitive funding to homeless services organizations across the country for supportive services and housing programs for people experiencing homelessness. The funding opportunity reflects the Biden-Harris Administration’s continued commitment to equity and

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Levittown Students Adventure To Learn About Local History

LIMG August 4, 2022

Photos courtesy of Levittown Public Schools Students in the Adventures in Local History summer program in the Levittown Public School District have enjoyed trips to several nearby historical sites, helping shed light on the significance of these important landmarks. At their first visit to the Smithtown Historical Society, students learned about the historical significance

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How To Prepare Kids To Go Back To School

LIMG August 4, 2022

The end of summer can be a bittersweet time for students. While many students look forward to seeing their friends, few want to say goodbye to the relaxing days of summer. Parents know that getting their children back in the school day swing of things can be a challenge. The following are some ways to […]

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Tips For Labor Day Getaways And More

LIMG August 3, 2022

Labor Day marks the unofficial end of summer. Even though summer officially ends a few weeks after Labor Day, a new school year begins for most students by Labor Day, and the lazy, hazy days spent on the beach give way to a new school year. It’s no wonder that so many people want to […]