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Since the onset of the pandemic, the Kiwanis Club of the Bellmores has provided additional support to the dozen local families it assists regularly.

Bellmore Kiwanis keeps on giving amid the pandemic

Local families impacted by the Covid-19 pandemic have faced many hardships in recent months, including financial insecurity, but service organizations, like the Bellmore Kiwanis Club, have stepped up … more

By Justin Dynia | 8/10/20

Nicolette Napolatino and Nicolette Inzerilla, both 12, of Bellmore, had a blast on the rides provided by Blue Sky Amusements at the Nassau County Strawberry Festival last weekend.

Strawberry Festival forever

The sun was shining most of the four days of the recent Nassau County Strawberry Festival, which is held annually in North Bellmore in June. The festival, which featured dozens of family-friendly activities, is co-sponsored by the Bellmore Kiwanis and Lions clubs. Beginning last Thursday, the groups welcomed hundreds of people from … more

By Julie Mansmann | 6/4/15

North Bellmorites Zach Iacona, Tim Karp and L.J. McGrath enjoyed last year’s Nassau County Strawberry Festival.

Strawberry Festival coming to North Bellmore

Two Bellmore charitable organizations are kicking off summer this week by hosting the always highly anticipated Nassau County Strawberry Festival. The event, which features myriad family-friendly … more

By Julie Mansmann | 5/28/15

Lucious berries set the stage for the popular festival, attracting visitors from throughout the area for fun, games and, of course, strawberry treats in Bellmore.

Strawberry delights

Strawberries get their due at the popular festival this weekend. more

5/27/15

Bellmore Kiwanis Club volunteer Judy Mankita, left, and Connect Church Pastor John Gravagna, right, said a prayer over a Thanksgiving turkey for a family in need.

Families ‘connect’ for Thanksgiving

More than 150 families in need enjoyed Thanksgiving meals on Thursday, thanks to volunteers from Bellmore community organizations and institutions. more

By Julie Mansmann | 11/28/14

Scalesi said a teenager was struck by a car near the intersection of Newbridge Road and Kenneth Avenue on May 30.

Newbridge Road safety a concern

As a longtime emergency medical technician, Bellmorite John Scalesi has seen his share of accidents. But, he said, he has seen one too many crashes on the stretch of Newbridge Road closest to Mepham … more

By Julie Mansmann | 6/11/14

Zach Iacona, Tim Karp and LJ McGrath, of North Bellmore, brought Dora the Explorer aboard a ride.

Strawberry fields forever in North Bellmore

The aroma of funnel cakes and sausage and pepper sandwiches, the laughter of children mixed with the noise of a Ferris wheel lurching upwards, and dozens of vendor booths filled with handmade crafts were just some of the smells, sounds and sights of the Nassau County Strawberry Festival in North Bellmore last weekend. more

By Julie Mansmann | 6/4/14

Reshma Pharsi and Yuvraj Singh stayed connected while enjoying the carnival rides at the Nassau County Strawberry Festival last year.

Strawberry fest is on the way

Hundreds of Long Islanders are set to gather in North Bellmore this weekend at the Nassau County Strawberry Festival, sponsored by the Bellmore Lions and Kiwanis clubs. more

By Julie Mansmann | 5/28/14

Members of the North Merrick Fire Department held flags at the plaque dedication, which Judy Mankita, Superintendent John DeTommaso, Mepham Principal Michael Harrington, Nassau County Legislator Dave Denenberg, John Scalesi, Assemblyman Dave McDonough, Sheryl Perry and Legislator Michael Venditto attended.

Mepham Key Club dedicates plaque at Brookside 9/11 memorial

The Mepham High School Key Club and Bellmore Kiwanis Club recently dedicated a memorial plaque honoring the 24 Bellmore-Merrick victims who died in the Sept. 11, 2001 attacks on the World Trade … more

By Julie Mansmann | 5/15/14

Sravandhi Mandhedi helped her son Akshu aim a water gun’s stream at one of the many carnival attractions.

Painting the town strawberry red in North Bellmore

A Ferris wheel, the “Riptide” and other neon-lit carnival rides shined across the North Bellmore sky last weekend, attracting hundreds to the Nassau County Strawberry Festival. more

By Julie Mansmann | 6/6/13

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