Neighbors from around Long Island stretched their legs out to walk or run the Race to the Rink 5K hosted by the New York Islanders.
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By Nicole Wagner
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4/19/24
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The initial stages of the demolition of the current Belmont Park grandstand and clubhouse begin on April 5.
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By Nicole Wagner
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4/4/24
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Community members enjoyed Franklin Square-based nonprofit Rescuing Families’ third annual Night at the Races fundraiser on March 15.
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By Nicole Wagner
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3/29/24
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I’m 26, and have lived virtually my whole life in Hempstead. I’ve seen a lot of health-related issues — low-income people of color, like me, suffering from chronic conditions like asthma, diabetes, obesity, high blood pressure, and untreated mental illness. Often they haven’t been able to receive proper treatment for their conditions. I wanted to do something about it, and soon I will be able to, because I’m on my way to becoming a doctor.
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By Shakia Miller
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3/8/24
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Following a nearly eight-month stay at Aqueduct Racetrack, live racing on the New York Racing Association, Inc. circuit returned to Belmont Park on May 4 for the 2023 spring/summer meet.
The …
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By Tony Bellissimo
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5/14/23
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The Belmont Park redevelopment plan is a go.
Governor Kathy Hochul and other New York State lawmakers approved of a $455 million bond which will aid in the complete modernization …
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By Ana Borruto
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5/2/23
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Vincent and Gina Centauro brought the Kentucky Derby to Franklin Square for a second time on March 31 with their annual Night at the Races fundraiser event.
Dozens of attendees showed up in their …
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By Ana Borruto
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4/16/23
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The New York Racing Association’s proposed modernization plan for the Belmont Park racetrack looked as if it had the potential to being approved as the April 1 state budget deadline approached. …
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By Ana Borruto
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4/2/23
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The New York Racing Association has corralled Gov. Kathy Hochul’s support for the Belmont Park redevelopment plan — which would completely modernize the 118-year-old horse racing facility in …
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By Ana Borruto
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2/9/23
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Community leaders and horse racing enthusiasts are urging state legislators to go to the whip for Belmont Park and give their approval for a major upgrade at the racetrack.
Representatives from We …
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By Ana Borruto
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12/8/22
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