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Lessons On The Aztecs, Incas And More In Rocky Point

LIMG January 8, 2024

Pictured: Joseph A. Edgar Intermediate School students and teachers Mark Yashowitz, Mara Lopez and Brittany Reh. Photo courtesy of the Rocky Point School District Rocky Point’s Joseph A. Edgar Intermediate School fifth graders showed off some research, creative and social skills when they

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The History Of The Graduation Cap

LIMG June 3, 2020

Graduation ceremonies are a tradition that dates back to the first high schools and universities. While many aspects of graduation ceremonies have evolved over the years, the graduation cap has remained a hallmark of such ceremonies. Graduation caps are one of the most visible aspects of graduation dress. Many scholars believe the mortarboard style cap […]

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Huntington Opens Heckscher Park To Leashed Dogs

Editor January 2, 2020

A pilot program allowing leashed dogs in Heckscher Park begins January 1, and Huntington Councilwoman Joan Cergol is working with the Long Island Dog Owners Group (LI-DOG) to spread the word about the common sense rules implemented to make the program a success. Councilwoman Cergol and LI-DOG’s educational campaign includes: An explanatory video featuring Councilwoman […]

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The New York Landmarks Conservancy Announced 22 Sacred Sites Grants

Editor January 2, 2020

The New York Landmarks Conservancy has announced 22 Sacred Sites Grants totaling $316,000 awarded to historic religious properties throughout New York State, including $3,500 to Mt. Sinai Congregational Church in Brookhaven, New York to help fund a conditions report. The New York Landmarks Conservancy’s Long Island Sacred Sites grants are made possible with generous