New York state Gov. Kathy Hochul has issued a state of emergency for Long Island as heavy rain is causing flooding in several areas.
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By Ben Fiebert
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9/29/23
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On the heels of the High Holy Days at the Merrick Jewish Centre, the congregation and its leaders are looking forward to more innovative and informative programming that attracts people of all ages.
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By Jordan Vallone
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9/29/23
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In light of recent events that have brought the issue of hate to the forefront in local communities, the Bellmore-Merrick Democratic Club hosted a panel last week featuring key leaders, to encourage an open discussion about these incidents in order to figure out solutions.
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By Jordan Vallone
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9/29/23
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The Sanford H. Calhoun High School football team defeated Sewanhaka High School, 46-7, at their homecoming game on Sept. 23.
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9/29/23
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For 30 years, members of the Merrick community have been gathering annually for a softball game. It’s not just any regular game though, because the crew has long been raising money for the Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation, also known as JDRF.
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By Jordan Vallone
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9/29/23
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At Park Avenue Elementary School, young learners promise every day to make a positive difference in their school community.
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9/29/23
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Drive a mere exit or two on any of Long Island’s main thoroughfares, and you are sure to see at least one roadside shrine remembering the victim of a fatal car crash.
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9/28/23
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The Metropolitan Transportation Authority is, unfortunately, usually in the news for billion-dollar boondoggles. But local issues and corporate governance problems plague the agency . . .
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By Jake Blumencranz
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9/28/23
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With our children back in classrooms and the leaves beginning their autumnal change, the nation is highlighting another vital milestone as we observe September as National Recovery Month.
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By Delia DeRiggi-Whitton
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9/28/23
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Every September, the annual opening of the United Nations General Assembly wreaks havoc, confusion and congestion for everyone who must travel to and from Manhattan.
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9/28/23
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