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Oyster Garden Built At The Town Dock
Town of North Hempstead Councilmember Mariann Dalimonte, in partnership with Cornell Cooperative Extension of Nassau County, Residents Forward, and Girl Scout Nicole Maliagros, has built an oyster garden adjacent to the Town Dock in Manhasset Bay. The project follows the successful oyster garden pilot program led by the Coalition to...
Editorial: Be mindful of shark safety
One of the many attractions of Long Island is access to our beautiful beaches. As we take full advantage of our island’s coasts in this hot weather, it is important to stay informed on the risks of the ocean. While deaths from shark attacks are uncommon — there were...
Travelers can now hitch a ride on free driverless shuttle buses at JFK airport: ‘Wave of the future’
Self-driving shuttles are taking off at JFK airport. Travelers can now hitch a free ride in two driverless buses around the Queens airport parking lot under a pilot program launched by the Port Authority of New York and New Jersey Tuesday. The futuristic experience seemed to intrigue some passengers — while others were more skeptical. “A little terrifying, but cool,” Maria Rosiello, a 57-year-old educator from New Jersey said of the trip. “Very clean, but it’s also brand new. It was interesting, the wave of the future.” Another traveler, Terri-Anne, of Brooklyn, said that she prefers “human judgment,” but “if it’s just a short...
Somers Resident Celebrates 100th Birthday in Style
SOMERS, N.Y. - Mrs. Virginia Flood, a resident of Heritage Hills for 47 years, celebrated her 100th birthday on Sunday, July 7, with family and friends at a brunch at Wee Burn Country Club in Darien, CT. Also known as Gee Gee or Ginnie, Mrs. Flood (nee Bernene) was raised in Bedford. She was an administrative assistant to the president of Northern Westchester Hospital for 25 years and has also been a member of Twigs, served on the Board of the VNA of Hudson Valley, and was Secretary of the Heritage Hills Condo Board. For more local news, visit TAPinto.net
Thai Cookery Street Food: Bringing Authentic Thai Flavors To Larchmont
Thai Cookery Street Food is a new addition to Larchmont, located at 1995 Palmer Ave. Their food incorporates vibrant and complex flavors throughout all their dishes, reflecting their more than 20 years of experience in the culinary space. Using quality ingredients, their food offers an authentic feel, and their positive reviews speak for themself. Many customers boast statements like “What a gem of an establishment,” “best Thai restaurant I have been to,” and even “I am Thai and I didn’t expect much… [but] I think I found my favorite Thai spot now.”
Picture House’s Film Club begins fall season in October with Stephen Witty returning to host
Editor’s note: This press release was provided by the Picture House Regional Film Center. The Pelham Examiner publishes press releases in the form received as a service to the community. July 2024 – Pelham, NY – The Picture House Regional Film Center (TPH) has announced that its highly-popular Film...
Discover Larchmont’s Culinary Gems During Dine LA
Larchmont restaurants are participating in Dine LA, offering local foodies an opportunity to try out some of our neighborhood’s top eateries. Here is the Buzz’s quick guide to the must-visit spots in the area. Larchmont’s own Michelin one-star restaurant serving contemporary Californian cuisine meets refined elegance. For Dine...
GLEN ISLAND SAND ART COMPETITION RETURNS, SATURDAY, AUGUST 3
(New Rochelle, NY) – Get your thinking caps on, assemble your team, and dust off your pails and shovels and register for the Glen Island Sand Art Competition, which takes place, Saturday, Aug. 3 at 11 a.m.!. Teams should be comprised of at least two participants, with a maximum...
Farewell to Globe Senior Staff 2023-2024 Members
Anatoli (Toli) Velikov joined The Globe during his freshman year as a writer, and has since worked his way up becoming Spotlight Page Editor in his Sophomore year, Features Page Director in his Junior Year, and finally Layout Editor in his Senior Year. Throughout his years working on the paper, Toli has made many memories. His favorite times on The Globe include assembling the pages of an issue and watching it come together and coming up with fun ideas for the April Fools issues. He is known on staff as a formatting expert. Outside of The Globe, Toli has participated in many other extracurriculars including being one of the Lead Editors of Mamaroneck Public Radio (MPR), where he produced content for the “Before the Bell” segment, serving as co-captain of both the Cross Country and Track teams, and being Co-president of the Midnight Run club. Next year, Toli plans to attend Columbia University, majoring in Electrical Engineering in the Fu Foundation School of Engineering and Applied Science. The Globe wishes the best for Toli as he moves into the next chapter of his life!
Emily Henry’s Funny Story
Popular #1 New York Times bestselling rom-com author Emily Henry just released her newest novel, “Funny Story,” on April 23rd, 2024. Many fans have been eagerly awaiting this release since the release of her last book in 2023. Avid Mamaroneck High School (MHS) readers have likely heard of...
Mamaroneck Students Pursue Arts In College
MHS has a vast arts program, with classes covering topics from ceramics to filmmaking. Many gifted seniors will continue their refined artistry in college, taking with them their talent and creativity to wherever they may go. With summer just around the corner, here is a highlight commemorating graduating seniors who are pursuing art as they continue to the next milestone in their lives.
Westchester rocks: Catch a Taylor Swift tribute, Ladysmith Black Mambazo and more
You don’t have to hightail it out of Westchester to catch a great summer concert. Joe Bonamassa will scorch through bluesy guitar solos for two August nights at Port Chester’s Capitol Theatre. ...
Stop & Shop to be replaced in Greenvale
The grocery chain Stop & Shop has confirmed that it will close seven underperforming stores in New York state, including its location at Wheatly Plaza in Greenvale, which many North Shore residents rely on. It has also been confirmed that Uncle Giuseppe’s Marketplace will replace the Stop & Shop at...
Thursday Night Live brings the party to Wantagh
Thursday nights are looking a little livelier in Wantagh. To kick off the summer fun, Mulcahy’s is hosting a series of block parties on Railroad Avenue in Wantagh. At the June 20 event, vendors, food trucks and local restaurants provided delicious meals while bands rocked out on an outdoor stage. With face painting and a bounce house, the block party provided entertainment for all ages.
Baldwin High School, Plaza Elementary School communicate through art
During the past school year, Baldwin High School’s advanced placement Art students and Plaza Elementary School’s kindergarten class were sending art journals back and forth to each other since the fall. Similar to traditional “pen pals” the young artists introduced themselves and communicated with artwork. “We...
Vegan pop up brings delicious treats in Levittown
The vegan community gathered in full force for the Long Island Vegan Pop Up, a lively event showcasing the best in plant-based living. The Pop Up event, located at 3434 Hempstead Turnpike in Levittown, delighted attendees on July 14 with an array of 100% vegan offerings, including nachos, tacos, and sweets.
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