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An audit by state Comptroller Thomas DiNapoli’s office showed that the East Meadow School District accrued more than $1.1 million in overtime costs in the facilities and operations department.
Audit: East Meadow School District paid too much for overtime
A recent audit of the East Meadow school district by the state comptroller’s office found that the district paid more than $1.1 million in overtime costs to the facilities and operations department … more
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Randi Shubin Dresner, chief executive and president of Island Harvest, has worked in nonprofits since she was a child.
It all started the moment she raised her hand
When Randi Shubin Dresner was 8, she raised her hand during a school assembly — and that one action shaped the course of her life. The assembly, at McVey Elementary School in East Meadow, was … more
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The East Meadow High School Red Cross Club collected supplies for earthquake victims in Turkey and Syria. On Feb. 16, they loaded the supplies into a 15-foot U-Haul to be sent to the Turkish General Consulate in New York City.
EMHS Red Cross Club collects supplies for quake victims
In the wake of the devastating earthquake that ravaged Turkey and Syria, claiming over 40,000 lives, there is a shining light of hope that comes from East Meadow High School, in the form of the Red … more
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A new federal policy will allow veterans in ‘acute suicidal crisis’ to receive free mental health care, including in-patient care for up to 30 days, and outpatient care for up to three months.
Vets can get free emergency mental health care
Suicides among military veterans have been in decline over the past couple years, but today, a former soldier still takes his or her life every 85 minutes on average. But now, veterans deemed to … more
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On Feb. 9, EMFD volunteers from left, Aidan Finneran, Omar Benthami, and Connor and Kasey Cheswick went to a vets house to fix his fence and flags.
East Meadow Fire Department goes above and beyond to assist a Navy veteran
The members of East Meadow Fire Department are always there when people need them. But for four young firefighters, their call to service went beyond a normal, everyday emergency call. It was … more
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The Long Island Greenway, a 175-mile bicycle and pedestrian trail, is intended to encourage more Long Islanders to spend time in the natural world, on foot or by pedal power. The first phase of construction — connecting Eisenhower Park to Brentwood State Park — is set to start next year.
Connecting trails from Manhattan to Montauk
Stretching some 175 miles, the Long Island Greenway is intended to serve walkers and cyclists alike on a trail beginning in Manhattan and terminating on the east end of Montauk. The brainchild of … more
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East Meadow High School junior Jakub Brachowski checks out Naviance, software for college and career readiness.
Applying to college: students discuss what’s new and what’s not
The college application process can be one of the most stressful tasks for high school seniors. Whether it’s deciding on a college, a major, or navigating the financial aid process, it can seem … more
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Theodora Zavala rediscovered her passion for art in her 50s. Now at 73, she spends her days painting.
Theodora Zavala rediscovers her art
Art had always been a part of East Meadow resident Theodora Zavala’s life, but it wasn’t until her 50s that she started to focus more on her craft. Now, the retired city school teacher spends her … more
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East Meadow High School sophomore bowler Amanda Morris competed in Nassau’s All County individual championships on Feb. 11. She took home second place.
Bowling is right up her alley
Amanda Morris may only be 15, but that hasn’t stopped her from becoming one of the best youth female bowlers in Nassau County. The East Meadow High School sophomore had the best per-game average in … more
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Riders from East Meadow and Westbury are skeptical about whether their commute to Grand Central Madison is worth it. A downside of the terminal, they say, is the long escalator ride.
E.M., Westbury LIRR commuters weigh in on new terminal
After years of planning, construction, and deadline changes, Grand Central Madison finally opened to the public on Jan. 25. The 700,000-square-foot modern, sleek and clean station is expected to … more
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