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Long Island animal rescue pairs displaced animals in natural disasters with veterans
Displaced pets are one of the many sad realities of natural disasters.After Hurricanes Helene and Milton, there are many dogs, cats, and other animals in need of assistance.Volunteers on Long Island are helping save pets from disaster areas and pairing them with new owners in need of a companion."I've seen a lot in my lifetime, but I've never seen anything like this," Angelique Williams of Paws of War said.Volunteers Angelique Williams and Niki Dawson with the animal rescue organization described a journey in North Carolina like no other.Paws of War in Nesconset helps support veterans by rescuing and training companion...
FEMA bumps up Connecticut’s deadline for disaster unemployment assistance to Nov. 19
WETHERSFIELD, Conn. (WTNH) — The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) has moved up the application deadline for disaster unemployment assistance to Nov. 19, according to the Connecticut Department of Labor. The previous deadline was Dec. 9. Disaster unemployment assistance is a federal program that supports workers whose employment was lost or interrupted by a major […]
History Close At Hand: Mary Tunstall Smith — Lady of the Manor and trailblazer of early Long Island
She was baptized Martha Tunstall on July 2, 1652, daughter of Henry Tunstall of Putney, Surrey, England. She moved with her family to Tangier, Africa, where she married William Smith. From her marriage on Nov. 26, 1675, until her death in Setauket in 1709 at 57, Martha led a life dedicated to her husband, family, business interests and community. She gave birth to 13 children, buried seven, and journeyed from Tangier back to England, to Ireland for a birth, and finally to America. She raised her family in primitive conditions, assisted her husband in his business dealings, often during his long absences, and became respected as lady of the manor. Widowed at 52, Martha successfully managed her husband’s business interests, including offshore whaling, and became a well-regarded community leader.
Dr. John J. Labiak joins Stony Brook Medicine Physician Network in Smithtown
John J. Labiak, MD, and his practice have joined Stony Brook Medicine Community Medical Group, Stony Brook Medicine’s expanding network of community practices. “As a spine surgeon, I have had the privilege and pleasure of working at Stony Brook University Hospital for many years. I have witnessed tremendous growth and outstanding commitment to excellence during my tenure,” said Dr. Labiak. “I look forward to continued mutual growth and providing exceptional care as we embark on this new chapter as part of Stony Brook Medicine Community Medical Group.”
HS Football: Rutherford Wears Down Wood-Ridge, 28-7
WOOD-RIDGE, NJ - Rutherford defeated Wood-Ridge 28-7 off the back of four Chris Gioia touchdowns on Friday night in a NJIC crossover football game at Donna Ricker Memorial Field. Rutherford moves to 4-2 on the season, as the Blue Devils fell to 4-2-1. After the Wood-Ridge offense stalled out on their first two drives of the game, the defense came up with a big interception off a deep pass by Bulldogs quarterback Myles Balchan. Jaydin Punt made an over-the-shoulder catch to give the ball back to the Blue Devils on their own 12-yard line.CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP...
National restaurant chain holds job fair for its first Long Island location
Ford’s Garage, a growing chain of automobile-themed casual restaurants, is hosting a hiring event to staff its first Long Island location at the Smith Haven Mall in Lake Grove. The restaurant’s tw...
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