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Soup to Nuts, a volunteer-based soup kitchen in Freeport, has been awarded a $4,140 grant by Long Island Cares to help it continue meeting the nutritional needs of the community. The organization … more
Born with the teaching gene and not likely to recover any time soon: That is my self-diagnosis. more
In the waning weeks of the Civil War, President Abraham Lincoln realized that sooner rather than later, the tens of thousands of Union soldiers returning from the battlefield would be forced to fend for themselves. more
Several years ago, during my first day on the job as regional disaster officer for the American Red Cross in Central and South Texas, where I worked before joining the organization here in New York . . . more
“What does a soup kitchen do in the middle of a pandemic when gathering for a meal is not safe or permitted?” asked Steve Greenfield, vice president of the Baldwin Civic Association. He … more
For more than 75 years, the Freeport-Merrick Rotary has lived by one motto: “Service above self.” And although the pandemic has hindered the club’s usual fundraising efforts, … more
Are you among the recently (or not so recently) retired? People who have spent years in their various professions often look forward with anticipation to lazy mornings, casual clothing and lunch with … more
Driving past the Hempstead Train Station on Sunday, you’d expect to see a few cars in the parking lot and maybe a couple of people waiting for a train. As shocking as it may be, your assumption is … more
Held at the Freeport Recreation Center, the Village of Freeport’s annual Black History Month celebration honored five men who have contributed to Freeport through their service to the community. more
over the Nautical Mile, Freeport Fire Department Executive Director Ray Maguire said he was optimistic that the showers would hold off — and they did. By 6 p.m. on Aug. 11, firefighters, … more
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