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The small town of Everett, Pa., is about 120 miles outside of Pittsburgh.

RVC’s Finnegan nears Ohio border during walk across U.S.

Rockville Centre native Daniel Finnegan and companion Abby Bongaarts are about to finish the Pennsylvania portion of their walk across the United States and are starting to master the art of yard … more

By Brian Kacharaba | 4/6/17

Daniel Finnegan set up his camping equipment before spending the night at Michaux National Forest in south central Pennsylvania.

Walk across U.S. becomes challenging for RVC’s Finnegan

The trip is starting to get more challenging, but Rockville Centre native Daniel Finnegan and his companion are still soldiering on as they continue to make their way through Pennsylvania during … more

By Brian Kacharaba | 3/30/17

One of the challenges that Finnegan faced on his walk so far is navigating the hilly roads of York, Pa.

Finnegan’s historic walk continues through Pa.

After taking a three-day break because of a snowstorm, Rockville Centre native Daniel Finnegan and his companion resumed their walk across the United States as they made their way through … more

By Brian Kacharaba | 3/22/17

John “J.J.” Byrne, pictured with a boat he received from the Make-A-Wish Foundation, has begun raising money for the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation ahead of its annual Great Strides Walk at Jones Beach on May 7. He has raised $25,000 in the last five years.

I.P. teen with cystic fibrosis a local inspiration

As spring commences, it is the time of year for one of Island Park’s most inspirational figures to collect donations to help those with the disease he suffers from. more

By Ben Strack | 3/21/17

Daniel Finnegan, left, and Addy Bongaarts, crossed the George Washington Bridge during their journey across the country.

RVC native is taking the walk of a lifetime

That’s some hike! Daniel Finnegan, a 23-year-old Rockville Centre native, and a companion are currently walking across the United States in hopes of meeting people and exchanging stories while … more

By Brian Kacharaba | 3/15/17

Levittown students pledge to lead healthy lives

Students, parents and educators grabbed their sneakers and water bottles before heading down to the annual Levittown Education Against Destructive Decisions Walk and Community Fair on Oct. 30. more

By Rebecca Anderson | 11/15/16

Inaugural Waterfront Art Walk a success

In an effort to raise awareness about the many talented students and local artists in town, the East Rockaway Cultural Arts Council hosted the inaugural Waterfront Art Walk on Dock Street on Oct. … more

By Mike Smollins | 11/2/16

Thousands make strides against breast cancer

Waves of pink washed over Jones Beach State Park last Sunday during Making Strides of Long Island — a walk designed to celebrate breast cancer survivors, honor those who have died and raise money for the American Cancer Society. more

By Rebecca Anderson | 10/18/16

Leukemia survivor celebrated by fellow Girl Scouts in Valley Stream

Throughout her battle with leukemia, Camila Raza’s friends in Girl Scout Troop 2073 made sure she never faced the disease alone. The troop organized a walk for her at Wheeler Avenue School on Sept. … more

By Mike Smollins | 10/12/16

Making strides for a cause in Wantagh-Seaford

Lisa Nessler, a MacArthur High School social studies teacher, said that members of her varsity cheerleading team take on many community-service projects annually. more

By Julie Mansmann and Rebecca Anderson | 10/11/16

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