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We shouldn't let our guard down in the war on terror
On April 15, thousands gathered on Boylston Street in Boston to solemnly mark the one-year anniversary of the Boston Marathon bombings, the deadliest terrorist attack in the U.S. since Sept. 11, 2001. more
I know this much is really, really true
Once again, the birthday fairy has smacked — um, tapped — me on the shoulder. more
Grace will be one of several members of the Team in Training group from Long Island to take part in the Walt Disney World marathon next month. They meet every Saturday to practice.
Runner sets sights on first full marathon
Running a full marathon has been a lifelong goal for Valley Stream resident Doreen Grace, and next month she will fulfill her mission while also raising money for a good cause. more
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We must do more worldwide to fight terrorism
In the past 60 days, two of the world’s greatest western powers were subjected to cruel and appalling attacks at the hands of vile Islamic terrorists. more
Many of the runners wore messages on their clothing, a means of tribute to the Boston victims.
L.I. Runners pay tribute to Boston
Prior to the excitement of last Sunday’s Long Island Marathon, there was complete silence for 26 seconds — one second for each mile in a marathon. The moment of silence was held to commemorate the victims of the bombings during the Boston Marathon on April 15. more
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Derek Rammelkamp, 23, of Centereach, was the first-place finisher in the 26.2-mile marathon, clocking in at 2 hours, 32 minutes.
Thousands run in L.I. Marathon
More than 8,000 runners participated in this year’s Long Island Marathon, which winded through central and northern Nassau County streets, before concluding in Eisenhower Park in East Meadow. more
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Several members of the Valley Stream Running Club took part in the Long Island Marathon on May 5.
Training pays off for Valley Stream runners
Fourteen members of the Valley Stream Running Club took part in the Long Island Marathon last Sunday, hitting the course that wound through roads in the center of Nassau County. more
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Welcoming May, harbinger of happier days
We have had crueler months than April 2013, but this one singed the soul. more
Running for Boston — and America
If New York City Mayor Michael Bloomberg and Police Commissioner Ray Kelly were trying during an April 25 news conference to reassure the public that the city’s security infrastructure was tight enough to stave off a terrorist attack, they weren’t doing a very good job of it. more
Nassau County Police are increasing security measures for this Sunday's Long Island Marathon
Police, county prepare for L.I. Marathon
In the aftermath of the Boston Marathon bombings on April 15, county officials are increasing security for Sunday’s Long Island Marathon, adding restrictions on large bags, such as backpacks and duffel bags. more
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