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U.S. Sen. Charles Schumer swung by Calhoun High School in North Merrick on Monday to push for tougher football helmet standards for young people. He was joined by, from left, Calhoun Assistant Principal Nicole Hollings, Athletic Director June Spruyt and Calhoun football players.
Sen. Schumer stops by Calhoun to push helmet safety
Calhoun High School football coach Joe Bianca and the Colts’ team captains joined U.S. Sen. Charles Schumer on Monday to announce a legislative push to improve football helmet safety for children and teenagers. more
Police outside of the Valley Stream Walmart store after a worker was trampled to death on Black Friday in 2008.
Lessons learned from Walmart trampling
The trampling death of a Valley Stream Walmart employee in November 2008 garnered national attention and prompted action by the U.S. Department of Labor’s Occupational Safety and Health Administration. more
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Keep kids safe on their way to and from school
In days past, parents used to be able to send their children off to school without a second thought about whether they would return safely. And while children are still in good hands during class … more
LIPA warned that power outages could accompany Irene as she hits Long Island in the early morning hours on Sunday.
'High potential' for power outages: LIPA
The Long Island Power Authority said it is keeping a close eye on the track of the hurricane, as there is "still a high potential for extensive damage and power outages." Although no significant … more
Tips for keeping your pets cool
Central Veterinary Associates of Valley Stream offers tips for pet owners to help their pets stay cool and safe during this heat wave. more
Changing summer safety guidelines
The summer months mean outdoor activities — going to the beach, the lake or the pool, working up a sweat on the softball diamond or the volleyball court, and cooking on the grill. more
The Nassau County Police Department urges shoppers to take note of some safety precautions before they head out to the stores this holiday season.
Safety tips for holiday shoppers
County Executive Edward P. Mangano and Nassau County Police Commissioner Lawrence W. Mulvey and the Police Department are taking affirmative steps to ensure the safety of the people of Nassau … more
The Nassau County Police Department released safety tips for drivers and trick-or-treaters for Halloween.
Safety tips for Halloween
According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, nationwide the number of deaths among young pedestrians increases 4.5 times on Halloween evening compared with the same time … more
Maurico and Christian Salas enjoy a safe swim at the Valley Stream pool.
Valley Stream reminds residents to be water wise
With summer off to a hot and energetic start on Long Island, many in the community are concerned about staying safe in the water. Valley Stream officials say that there is safety in numbers when it comes to splishing and splashing in the pool. more
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Robert and Susan Cirigliano of North Bellmore urged state legislators to take action to protect babies from drop-side cribs at a public forum at Farmingdale State College in February. Above, the couple holds a photo of their son Bobby, who died in 2004 when he was strangled by a drop-side crib similar to the one behind them.
Drop-side crib ban passes Senate, Assembly
Legislation banning drop-side cribs passed in both houses of the State Legislature on Friday. A fatal design flaw in drop-side cribs killed two Bellmore-Merrick infants. more
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