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The familiar sound of ringing bells returned to Baldwin Harbor on Dec. 13 as members of the Freeport-Merrick Rotary Club volunteered with the Salvation Army for their annual holiday bell-ringing …
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By Mohammad Rafiq
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1/2/26
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During the past year, Merrick resident Nattie Martin emerged as a powerful and thoughtful voice for autism acceptance and neurodiversity — and her advocacy has left a lasting mark on schools, community spaces, and stages across the hamlet.
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By Hernesto Galdamez
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12/26/25
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Nassau County Executive Bruce Blakeman become the Republican Party's standard-bearer for governor after Rep. Elise Stefanik drops out.
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By Jeff Bessen
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12/23/25
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Jewish communities around the world are reeling after a deadly terror attack at a public Hanukkah celebration at Bondi Beach, where gunmen opened fire Sunday evening, killing at least 15 people and injuring dozens in what Australian authorities have called an antisemitic act of terrorism.
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By Hernesto Galdamez
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12/19/25
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When Amy McCoy noticed her daughter feeling hesitant to invite friends over because they didn’t understand her older brother’s autism, she knew she wanted to create a story that could bridge that gap. The result was “Little Big Sister,” a children’s book aimed at helping kids understand and embrace differences.
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By Hernesto Galdamez
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12/19/25
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Members of the Chabad of Merrick-Bellmore-Wantagh gathered on Dec. 14 to celebrate the first night of Hanukkah with their annual menorah lighting. The community came together to mark the start of the eight-day festival, sharing in prayers, songs, and the lighting of the menorah. Families and friends enjoyed the festive atmosphere, embracing the traditions and spirit of the holiday.
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12/19/25
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The Bellmore-Merrick Childcare Program, a longtime provider of before- and after-school care in North Bellmore schools, will no longer operate in the district after the 2025–2026 school year, Superintendent Marie Testa announced in an email to families on Dec. 10.
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By Hernesto Galdamez
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12/19/25
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Car horns honked and headlights glowed as residents rolled through a festive drive-thru toy collection on Dec. 13, spreading holiday cheer while supporting a Toys for Tots drive in partnership with the Town of Hempstead.
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By Jordan Vallone
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12/19/25
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Hundreds of fans flocked to the Bellmore Movies and The Showplace for a special opportunity: to spend an evening with four “Sopranos” actors sharing their stories about the show from on …
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By Joseph D'Alessandro
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12/12/25
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Barry Fox, a relentless civic advocate who spent more than three decades fighting to preserve Merrick’s suburban character and safeguard the quality of life for local residents, died on Nov. …
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By Hernesto Galdamez
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12/12/25
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