After a number of residents urged the city to install mats on the barrier island’s beaches so that those with mobility issues can easily access Long Beach’s iconic shoreline, the city last week released a plan to do just that.
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By Ben Strack
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5/5/16
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Cotton candy, zeppole, the ubiquitous Ferris wheel. Of course, it must be time for the fair. That summertime staple is back again, taking over the Nassau Coliseum grounds, through July 16.
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By Karen Bloom
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7/12/23
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Giving thanks for Thanksgiving
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Before beginning those Thanksgiving preparations, take a moment to get into the spirit of the season and explore some of the many holiday-themed events going on this weekend.
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by Karen Bloom
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11/18/09
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East meets West
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The magical and endearing Monkey King, the lovable character in the classic Chinese story, “A Journey to the West,” is a favorite of visitors to Long Island Children’s Museum’s current traveling exhibit, “Monkey King: A Story From China.” The museum is celebrating the Monkey King’s stay with varied activities that highlight Chinese cultural traditions this weekend.
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11/18/09
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A brand new medical spa will be bringing in the New Year, and its owner couldn’t be more thrilled. After many years working in skin care private label product development, Yelena Gadayeva is following her true passion, to help people, in her own place, using advanced technology, to look and feel the best that they can. Now, as a licensed esthetician (also known as an aesthetician), together with a team of medical professionals, she will be offering face and body rejuvenation.
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By Terry Biener
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1/11/24
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Established in 2000, Churchill’s Pub & Grill has long been a popular icon in Rockville Centre. It changed hands during the summer of 2020. Chef/Owner Maurizio Vendittelli set out to restore Churchill’s to its finest version, while retaining its staff members and warm, friendly atmosphere. That fall, Vendittelli also acquired Winston’s (next door), renaming it Mangia Bene, turning it into an Italian restaurant serving robust pizzas and fresh pastas, to more upscale entrees.
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By Terry Biener
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1/25/24
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Weekend
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On Stage
Celebrating DanceHofstra’s Dance Program celebrates its silver anniversary with a fall dance concert reuniting some of its most successful alumni – now professional dancers. …
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11/18/09
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It’s a strange feeling to have to report on major disasters — how do you keep your personal feelings out of it?
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1/20/10
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Jerusalem Memorial Chapels is rethinking the way a funeral home is supposed to look and feel.
Jewish-run, Jewish-owned, and Jewish-operated, the funeral service was founded in 2020 by David …
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7/14/23
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I love the hustle and bustle of the holiday season. I would also like more money to spend on Christmas gifts and an old-fashioned snowball fight, but until then, I’ll take what I can.
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Mary Malloy
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12/10/09
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