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State Sen. Charles Fuschillo Jr. is seeking a law that would, if passed, bar minors from using tanning salons in New York.

State Sen. Charles Fuschillo Jr., a Republican from Merrick, is pushing a bill that would ban the use of indoor tanning beds by anyone under age 18 in New York, saying they could cause premature skin cancer in young people. more

By Francis Berkman | 5/27/11

$All smiles at Sunrise Day camp: Daniya Waithe, 3½, of Hollis, Queens (from left), shares companionship with volunteer Jordan Hirschhorn, camper Danny Alini, 4, of West Islip, and volunteer Katie Richner.$

A helping hand

For children with cancer, the chance to relax and enjoy activities in a camp environment is a welcome respite from the daily burdens of dealing with the disease. Sunrise Day Camp, supported by … more

Karen Bloom | 4/5/11

Bringing laughter back to kids with cancer

Richner Communication’s new program REACT — Richner Employees Assisting Communities Together — has chosen Sunrise Day Camp as its 2011 beneficiary. Throughout the year, through stories and photos, the Herald will focus on this wonderful organization. For more information about Sunrise Day Camp, its summer and year-round programs and upcoming fundraisers, visit www.sunrisedaycamp.org more

by Mary Malloy | 2/2/11

The REACT committee is comprised of employees from various departments at Richner Communications, Inc. headquarters in Garden City. Seated from left are Shanteé Archer, Christina Daly, committee chairwoman Christine Remsen. Standing from left are Mary Malloy, John C. O’Connell, Nannette Stanya, publisher Stuart Richner, Karen Mengel and Jill Kaplan.

Newspapers’ employees to work for a good cause

Covering charitable organizations doing extraordinary work is old news at the newspapers owned by Richner Communications. Now Richner employees have decided to pool their talents and the company’s resources to do more for deserving organizations that could benefit from their expertise. The effort is spearheaded by a committee, called REACT, which stands for Richner Employees Assisting Communities Together. more

Mary Malloy | 1/19/11

A local cab with a distinctive hue is attracting attention.

A cab of a different color

If you’ve walked or driven around Baldwin recently and been shocked by the sight of a bright pink taxicab, don’t worry: It’s all for a good cause. The Dawson Taxi Company, based in Baldwin since 1924, has painted one of its cabs pink this month to promote awareness of breast cancer and raise money to fight it. more

Chris Connolly | 10/13/10

Long-serving Nassau County District Attorney Denis Dillon died on Aug. 15.

Denis Dillon, former county D.A., dies at 76

Former Nassau County District Attorney Denis Dillon, a resident of Rockville Centre, died at home early Sunday morning after a long battle with lymphoma. He was 76. During his more than 30 … more

Judy Rattner | 8/16/10

Sen. Fuschillo sponsoring prostate screenings

New York State Sen. Charles Fuschillo Jr., in conjunction with the Integrated Medical Foundation and Bostwick Laboratories, will be sponsoring a no out-of-pocket cost prostate cancer screening program on Monday, Aug. 9, in Freeport. more

7/9/10

The Plaza Power Team, made up of teachers, raised over $9,000 through raffles, bake sales and Plaza's mini relay efforts.

Hundreds take part in Baldwin's Relay for Life event

It was a night unlike a typical Saturday night. On June 12, a field of tents stretched across the perimeter of the Baldwin High School track, and more than 600 people took part in Baldwin's second … more

Kat Teurfs | 6/23/10

Enjoy the sun, but keep these tips in mind

Though the temperatures fluctuated wildly last month, summer unofficially kicked off last weekend, and the hottest days of the year are fast approaching. Before you take off for the beach or the park, it’s important to take precautions. more

6/4/10

Kaitlyn Scali, 7, with mom, Christine, and Kelly Conlan at the “Shopping for a Cure” fundraiser at St. Christopher’s Church.

Baldwin vendors, residents hold 'Shopping for a Cure' fundraiser

The "Shopping for a Cure" fundraiser, held April 25, raised nearly $3,000 for the American Cancer Society. The event was held at St. Christopher's Church, and organized by the Conlan family of … more

5/12/10

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