As the holiday season begins, our thoughts traditionally turn to the less fortunate. There are simply too many vulnerable members of our society . . .
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11/28/14
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The Lions Eye Bank of Long Island commemorated the lives of eye donors and celebrated their impact on recipients at a reception on Sept. 20 at Franklin Hospital in Valley Stream
“Through …
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By Brendan Murray
bmurray@liherald.com
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10/8/14
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For the second time in a week’s span, Republican congressional candidate Bruce Blakeman on Aug. 6 appeared outside a state courthouse in Mineola to call for Kathleen Rice, the Nassau County district attorney and his Democratic opponent in this fall’s election, to address allegations that political interference undermined the Moreland Commission ...
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By Brian Racow
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8/13/14
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While the Major League Baseball season is just past the All-Star break, the Valley Stream Baseball League has wrapped up its playoffs and children are enjoying their own break until fall sports get under way.
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8/2/14
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Christmas season is a time for giving, but on Sylvan Place in Valley Stream, that philosophy extends well into the new year.
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By Andrew Hackmack
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2/19/14
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Members of the Valley Stream Fire Department, specifically those who belong to Rescue Company No. 1, are well versed in helping people. Recently, they stepped up to aid the men and women who have served their nation.
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By Andrew Hackmack
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2/12/14
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Protesters from the Long Island Progressive Coalition, a nonprofit social and environmental advocacy group, claimed at a June 4 rally in Mineola that County Executive Ed Mangano received $144,000 in campaign contributions from private companies that did restoration work for the county after Hurricane Sandy.
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By Brian Racow, bracow@liherald.com
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6/13/13
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Members of the Valley Stream Silver Threads senior group love to knit. Even more so, they love it when others can enjoy their handmade items.
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By Andrew Hackmack
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4/3/13
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The New York Blood Center is urgently asking donors to roll up their sleeves on this Valentine’s Day to replenish its community blood supply.
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2/14/13
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As school officials across the state begin the second budget season under the 2 percent tax levy cap, it’s no secret that money is tight. So when it comes time for schools to make improvements, who can foot the bill?
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By Brian Croce
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2/6/13
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