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Lynbrook woman remembers late brother, the 'Origami Man'

In Lynbrook, one doesn’t have to go too far to find the works of the late “Origami Man.” more

By Mike Smollins | 4/7/22

War in Eastern Europe reverberates on Long Island

My heart bleeds for the people of Ukraine, an emerging democracy pulled between West and East, a former Soviet republic that only gained its independence from the USSR in August 1991 . . . more

By Scott Brinton | 3/3/22

Embrace the gift of life this Christmas

A special Christmas message from the Rev. Mark Lukens of Bethany Congregational Church in East Rockaway. more

By The Rev. Mark Lukens | 12/22/21

Senior members of Lynbrook Engine Company 1 christened the new fire engine with bottles of champagne.

Lynbrook Fire Department christens new truck

Members of Engine Company 1 on Carpenter Avenue introduced their new 2021 Spartan pumper fire truck on Sunday. more

By Steve Grogan | 11/24/21

David Donovan hosted his third HurriCon event Nov. 13 to raise money for Bethany Congregational Church. More than 100 people — and a couple of superheroes — attended.

'HurriCon' event benefits Bethany Congregational Church in East Rockaway

When his church needed hi support three years ago, David Donovan turned to one of his biggest passions — comic books — to help it by coming up with the HurriCon convention fundraiser. The … more

By Mike Smollins | 11/24/21

Bethany Congregational Church will not hold its 11th annual Thanksgiving dinner this year because of the coronavirus pandemic. Volunteers will, however, deliver meals to those in need and have them ready for pickup at the church. Above, attendees at the 2019 event.

Lynbrook, East Rockaway help those in need at Thanksgiving

For the 11th straight year, Barbara and Doug Herrmann and a team of volunteers will be busy on Thanksgiving morning, preparing and cooking food for those in need. more

By Mike Smollins | 11/18/21

East Rockaway resident Joe Petraro has authored two children’s books and donated to many community initiatives, while also raising funds to build a well in Nigeria. Above, Joe with his mother, Anne, and father, Ozzie.

East Rockaway author, 8, funds well in Africa

At 8 years old, Joe Petraro has accomplished more than many people do in a lifetime. He is a twice-published author, has helped the Lynbrook and East Rockaway communities in many ways, and also funded a well in Nigeria to bring clean water to villagers. more

By Mike Smollins | 10/21/21

Rob Hallam celebrated as he took out the last of nearly 600 boxes of food donated to the Long Island Council of Churches food pantry during his 10th annual Moving Day celebration last Sunday.

Power to the people

The evening of April 10 was filled with uncertainties in the Hallam home, as Rob and Mary Hallam tried to fall asleep the night before their annual Moving Day celebration, when they planned to haul … more

By Ronny Reyes | 4/15/21

Country music star Eric Church will perform at the UBS Arena on Dec. 4.

Country music star Eric Church to perform at UBS Arena

Country music star Eric Church will be the first performer at the new UBS Arena at Belmont Park, with a concert on Dec. 4 as part of his “The Gather Again Tour.” The reigning Country … more

By Melissa Koenig | 4/7/21

Easter is a time to rejoice, even in uncertain times

Easter is the central event of the Christian faith. On this blessed day, we awake to a find a brave new world in which the veil that blinds us to the love of God at work in the world is torn and the power of God’s love is revealed as Jesus conquers death and sin on the day of resurrection. more

By The Rev. Mark Lukens | 3/31/21

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