Following a fire in August 2021, Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 347 in Glen Cove has been restored with community support, set to reopen after this year's Memorial Day parade. The fire also affected Nosh, a pandemic initiative providing meals, but they've returned to the VFW, grateful for the additional space. Challenges persist, including depleted scholarship funds, but initiatives like Niko Stavrianos' Eagle Scout project aim to support veterans and their families.
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By Roksana Amid
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4/19/24
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The thick yellow haze that descended on Long Island last week was more than a natural sepia-toned filter — the unnervingly post-apocalyptic scene brought with it some serious health concerns.
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By Nicole Formisano
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6/18/23
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Commuters on the Oyster Bay Branch of the Long Island Rail Road can expect a lot of changes come Sept. 5. But what the LIRR is touting as simplified trips will be expensive for commuters like Jeffry Brown. A CEO of a company in Manhattan, he is trying to convince his employees to return to work in person, which would require for most taking the Long Island Rail Road. Brown wrote in an email to the Herald that the changes will cost him an additional $120 a month for a municipal parking permit to use another station which he will need to do because of the LIRR’s changes. Although public policies should encourage people to take mass transit, the proposed changes will do the opposite for the Greenvale commuter.
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By Roksana Amid
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8/27/23
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The next congressional election is still a year and a half away, but the roster of candidates lining up to evict Congressman George Santos from his House seat is already sizable.
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By Roksana Amid
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10/6/23
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Wearing bright red shoes and a self-satisfied smirk, U.S. Rep. George Santos left the Central Islip Courthouse on Friday with a positive vibe unusual for someone facing the possibility of over 20 …
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By Will Sheeline
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11/3/23
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Bob Canavan, a revered coach and community member in Glen Cove, is remembered for his inclusive leadership, altruism, and warmth. His impact extended beyond the softball field, touching various aspects of community life, including his passion for photography and commitment to helping others. Canavan's spirit of kindness and integrity continues to inspire those who knew him, shaping their approach to life and interactions with others.
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By Roksana Amid
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4/19/24
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A Sept. 26 report issued by the office of state Comptroller Thomas P. DiNapoli said the city of Glen Cove was “susceptible” to fiscal stress, noting that cash reserves were less than 5 percent of the city’s annual spending.
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By Roksana Amid
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10/6/23
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Election season is a time when you’ll see canvassers at your door, lots of political literature in your mailbox, robocalls, text messages and campaign videos spilling across social media. As …
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By Roksana Amid
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11/3/23
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The history of Quakerism has deep roots in the story of the United States, whether it be their influence on the colonial period or the key role Quakers played in the Revolutionary War, although their …
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By Will Sheeline
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2/23/24
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Melanie Heeralal, a 24 year old from East Rockaway, is the first full-time director of Glen Cove’s Age-Friendly Program. Her journey to this role reflects a deep-seated passion for healthcare, …
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By Roksana Amid
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2/23/24
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