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Celebrating L.I.’s rich Irish-American heritage
St. Patrick’s Day has come and gone, but there is much more to this annual holiday than just the vibrant green decorations, festive parades, pints of beer and corned beef. It is an opportunity to celebrate the rich tapestry of Irish-American heritage, deeply woven into the fabric of Long Island and its communities. more
St. Patrick’s is so much bigger than one day
St. Patrick’s Day is in reality no longer a one-day festive occasion celebrated on March 17, but an almost three-week-long celebration full of parades, luncheons, dinners and parties. more
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Honoring indigenous legacy, without appropriation
The history of America’s relationship with the indigenous peoples who lived here before the arrival of European settlers has been fraught with sugarcoating, obfuscation, and downright ignorance. more
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Chief of Gastroenterology at MSSN Frank Gress has been recognized as a ‘Master.’
Gastroenterology award given to Mount Sinai's Frank Gress
In recognition of his contributions to digestive health and patient care, Dr. Frank Gress, chief of gastroenterology and director of interventional endoscopy at Mount Sinai South Nassau, was awarded … more
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Banning books is not what America is about
Perhaps we Americans are overly confident in the belief that our constitutional rights, including the First Amendment right to free speech, are inviolate. more
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Yogi, age five, only has 3 legs but was beloved by the seniors at Oceanside Care Center.
ASPCA furry friends pay Oceanside seniors a visit
In a heartwarming display of kindness and community, the Oceanside Care Center invited the Animal Adoption Unit from The American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (ASPCA) for the … more
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Fighting cancer must not end in October
Nearly one in every eight women will develop breast cancer in their lifetimes. This year, according to the American Cancer Society . . . more
Who do L.I.’s congressmen really represent?
In the era of the 24/7 news cycle, it was easy to dismiss what looked like an impending federal government shutdown as the latest bit of political theater . . . more
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American Sign Language opens many doors
A growing number of public schools — including many here in Nassau County — are offering something many wish they had years ago: American Sign Language. more
Threats to LGBTQ community loomed large this Pride Month
As usual, Long Island and New York showed up for Pride, but for many in our community, this year felt different. more
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