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Life Enrichment Center project showcases members’ stories
The Life Enrichment Center at Oyster Bay has released “Silver Threads,” a compilation of the life stories and experiences of dozens of its members. This unique anthology, born out of a desire to celebrate the rich histories and wisdom of local seniors, is the culmination of years of dedication and collaboration among members, staff and volunteers.
Dog Shot, Killed After Attacking 43-Year-Old In North Hills
The incident happened around 2:30 p.m. Thursday, July 18, in North Hills. A 43-year-old man was at Christopher Morley Park, located at 500 Searingtown Road, with his Belgian Dutch Shepherd when it turned on his owner and began to viciously attack him. Fearing for his life, the man fired one...
Remembering Mary Lou Woodruff
A memorial service to celebrate the life of Mary Lou Woodruff is set for 1 p.m. on August 28, at Saugatuck Congregation Church. The date is significant. The longtime Westport resident, noted teacher and active civic volunteer would have turned 100 years old that day. She died in December, at...
James P. Hunter, 72
James P. Hunter of Southold died at home on July 18, 2024. He was 72. Born on Oct. 8, 1951, in Kings Park, he was the son of Eileen and John P. Hunter. He was one of four children. He graduated from Embry Riddle Aeronautical School and built his company,...
Charlotte Gordon Wins Christine Palmer Memorial Scholarship
Even when she found herself in the midst of unforgiving pain, Christine Amodeo Palmer was able to summon enough strength to smile and laugh for her students and colleagues. The Huntington School District librarian was a fighter and she battled breast cancer with every ounce of energy she could muster before passing away on June 13, 2015. She was 41.
City confronts a water shortage
As summer temperatures soar, Glen Cove faces the dual challenge of maintaining lush green lawns and managing its water supply. The city recently lifted strict water restrictions put in place to combat a severe shortage, which interrupted the familiar sound of sprinklers and altered residents’ daily routines. On June...
Crystal Dunn set to make third Olympic appearance
Rockville Centre native and United States soccer superstar Crystal Dunn will proudly represent Team USA in the upcoming 2024 Summer Olympics in France, set to begin on July 25 against Zambia. This marks her third straight Olympic appearance, having previously competed at the 2016 games in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil,...
Paris 2024 viewers expected to have the most access to Games ever
STAMFORD, Conn. — The 2024 Paris Olympics will be more accessible for viewers than any other Games. That's because NBCUniversal's coverage of the Olympics will have enhanced closed captioning, expanded audio description and better digital content accessibility. Closed captioning, which assists viewers who are deaf or hard of hearing,...
'Nothing’s Gone Up’: Bureaucracy, Cost Of Capital Stifling Long Island Development
Development has been pretty static in Long Island over the past year — but industry players hope that will change soon as interest rates are expected to come down. Exactly how much Long Island’s development market actually picks up is yet to be determined, developers said at Bisnow’s 2024 Long Island State of the Market event Thursday. Longstanding bureaucratic issues that have historically stymied the region’s development remain firmly in place, but players used to working in the region are seeing the light at the end of the tunnel.
The most important meal of the day?
Breakfast is said by many that it is the most important meal of the day, but do Norwalk high schoolers think the same?. Sophomore student Jaiden Kimmel said he does not eat breakfast in the mornings. ¨I usually do not have enough time, so I prefer eating after school because...
RECAP: The 27th Anniversary Edition of The Long Island International Film Expo
The Long Island International Film Expo (LIIFE) has concluded the 27th Anniversary presentation of the festival, which happened from July 9th - July 14th at the historic Bellmore Movies, 222 Pettit Ave in Bellmore. Nominees and Winners. (Winners have an *) Alan Fortunoff Humanitarian Film Award. *Harvey: Voice for the...
Elle-evate your summer with ‘Legally Blonde” at the Engeman
Get your pink blazer on and swipe on some lip gloss for the John W. Engeman theater in Northport’s latest production of Legally Blonde The Musical. Based on the 2001 hit movie starring Reese Witherspoon, the 2007 Broadway musical, written by Heather Hach, hints to a lot of the famous movie moments and quotes, but certainly has its own identity and it’s just as good at as the famous 00’s comedy.
Runners take to the streets for patriotic run
Independence Day this year was no different than year’s past, as the Bellmore Striders Running Club held its annual run on July 4. Hundreds of runners came together to compete in both the one-mile youth run and the four-mile adult run. Debuting in 1976, the Striders led by coach...
Shawn Wightman appointed as new superintendent of Roosevelt Union Free School District
After the retirement of previous superintendent, Deborah Wortham, the Roosevelt Union Free School District welcomes Shawn Wightman as the new Superintendent as of July 1, 2024. With a distinguished career in educational leadership and a deep commitment to student success, Wightman brings a wealth of experience and a fresh vision...
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