From Sept. 15 to Oct. 15, we celebrate National Hispanic Heritage Month. But in order to appreciate these immigrants’ colorful, flavorful contributions to virtually every realm of American life, we must understand their centuries-long history . . .
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9/28/17
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Marcia Ball is joined by the Subdudes for lively Mardi Gras concert.
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2/22/17
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After discovering that he was a Regeneron Science Talent Search semifinalist, Oceanside High School senior Nathan Gershengorin gave district Science Director Kathryn Chapman a high five. Then he …
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By Peter Belfiore
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1/17/17
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Long Island was supposed to have 40 or more wind turbines in the Atlantic Ocean by now, generating electricity 3½ to 4½ miles south of Jones Beach, which would have . . .
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1/5/17
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The beloved book takes on new life as a musical.
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1/4/17
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Americans are understandably proud of our democracy. As a nation, we represent a beacon of hope for the world. The sad thing is . . .
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11/17/16
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President Obama and Hillary Clinton continue to throw out economic numbers and statistics, claiming that the American economy is stronger than ever, since there are more jobs in varied industries and much less unemployment. However . . .
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10/20/16
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The Nassau County Police Department’s recent revamping of its use-of-force policy is a proactive and welcome move by the county at a time of . . .
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7/20/16
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In the aftermath of the massacre in a gay nightclub in Orlando, Fla., on June 12, Central Floridians rushed to local blood banks to help those in need. Unfortunately, many of them were turned away because of their sexual orientation.
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6/23/16
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Amid criticism from Republicans who have called him a “faux reformer” in his bid for the State Senate, Assemblyman Todd Kaminsky on Monday signed a pledge circulated by good-government groups …
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By Anthony Rifilato
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4/1/16
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