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To those who have borne the battle, we owe honor

Veterans Day is our opportunity to publicly recognize and express our appreciation for those who have served in the nation’s armed forces. It is the day that evolved from Armistice Day . . . more

By John C. O'Connell | 11/8/19

Making room for mental health in schools

"I’m going trick-or-treating with Freddy Brown this Halloween dressed as Chucky.” I said this to my mom as I left my therapist’s office at the Bio Behavioral Institute in Great Neck. more

By Brian Stieglitz | 11/7/19

A sad ‘Fable for Tomorrow’ becomes reality

Upon hearing the news, my thoughts immediately turned to Chapter One of Rachel Carson’s famed 1962 book “Silent Spring,” which is said to have singlehandedly launched the environmental movement in the United States. more

10/25/19

Staying sober through the higher power of hope, and friends

I will have been sober for exactly 32 years this week. It’s a joyful anniversary, one that I’m sharing only to inspire others who may need to quit drinking but don’t think they can. more

8/30/19

Island Park Mayor Michael McGinty said he was unhappy that village residents have some of the highest New York American Water bills.

Oceanside, Island Park residents' water bills are among highest on Long Island

Many New York American Water customers in Oceanside, Island Park and across the South Shore have experienced a spike in their water bills. more

By Peter Belfiore and Mike Smollins | 8/29/19

Oral Health and Your Overall Health

When thinking about staying healthy as you age, the state of your oral health may not be the first thing that comes to mind. But, in fact, your oral health can provide clues as to your overall … more

Andrea Monitto, RDH, BS | 8/22/19

School store: the gift that keeps on giving

Right here in my corner of the universe, a feel-good, do-good project has been sending children back to school every year for the past seven years, with new books and backpacks, sneakers and clothes and even toiletries — and it’s all free. more

8/9/19

David Cornell, from Lynbrook, a Marine Corps veteran who fought in Operation Desert Storm in Kuwait, had his hair cut by Will Torres, of Queens Village, a student at the Barber and Beauty Institute of New York.

Summer stand-down serves Nassau’s veterans

The Nassau County Veterans Service Agency’s annual summer Veteran Stand Down welcomed hundreds of Long Island vets on Tuesday in Freeport. The biannual event last took place in November, shortly … more

By Nadya Nataly | 7/15/19

Long Island Reach Rockin’ Summer Night fundraiser at EGP Oceanside

Long Island Reach Youth and Family Services hosts a rockin’ evening of music, food and fun on July 18 at 6 p.m at EGP Oceanside. more

7/11/19

Be alert to elder abuse

Every June 15 we commemorate World Elder Abuse Awareness Day. It is important that we speak openly about elder abuse, because it is a hidden crime that most Americans are reluctant to talk about or even acknowledge. more

By Madeline Singas | 7/6/19

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