Imagine you’re the parent of a transgender child attending public school. You and your child have already had more than your share of grief, knowing that you live in a culture that doesn’t always understand or welcome difference . . .
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3/10/17
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Nassau County is in a perpetual state of financial crisis. For decades, its expenses have outpaced its revenues. Elected officials tout the cuts they make to downsize county government. They insist . . .
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9/29/16
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A girl walks into a bar. Actually, a woman of a certain age walks into a coffee shop. To be perfectly honest, I walked into a coffee shop in Amsterdam . . .
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7/20/16
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Fairies and stodgy lords face off in Gilbert & Sullivan's whimisical political satire.
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6/8/16
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Bellmore-Merrick homeowners could see their property-tax bills rise or services reduced in the future to make up for lost taxes that were, until recently, paid for by the Long Island Power Authority, and before that by the Long Island Lighting Company.
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By Scott Brinton
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2/12/16
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The Jones Beach Holiday Lights Spectacular is back. The drive-through show opened last Friday night and will continue into the new year.
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11/24/15
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Every Veterans Day, we are reminded of the sacrifices that those in the military have made for this country. Most visible are those who are affiliated with local veterans’ organizations . . .
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11/4/15
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Kennedy High’s Homecoming was ablaze with school spirit, on and off the football field, last Friday. Homecoming festivities were held at the school, which takes in students from parts of …
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By Julie Mansmann
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10/28/15
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In an unusual start to the school year, many area districts will be opening before Labor Day. Classes will be in session next week — as early as Tuesday in some communities.
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8/26/15
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Set sail with the acclaimed opera company for a vibrant staging of Gilbert and Sullivan's maritime masterpiece.
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6/17/15
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