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As federal SNAP funding faces delays and cuts, the Bellmore-Merrick Community Cupboard is stepping up to support a growing number of local families struggling with food insecurity.
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By Brian Kacharaba
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11/14/25
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Dozens of volunteers joined Save the Great South Bay’s Creek Defender Program in North Merrick on Nov. 8 to remove more than a truckload of debris from Mullener Pond, marking a major step in restoring the polluted waterway.
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By Brian Kacharaba
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11/14/25
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Frank Firriolo of Merrick, owner of FJF Remodelers Inc., was honored by the Nassau Council of Chambers of Commerce as the Merrick Chamber’s Businessperson of the Year for his decades of entrepreneurship, volunteerism, and community service.
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By Brian Kacharaba
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11/14/25
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W.C. Mepham High School celebrated its first post-pandemic Who’s Who awards ceremony, honoring alumni from the classes of 2020, 2022, 2025, and recipients of the Meritorious Service Award for their professional achievements, community contributions, and lasting impact on the school.
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By Isabella Plante
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11/14/25
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The Wellington C. Mepham High School Class of 2026 installed its 11th Flag Field of Honor on Nov. 2, celebrating local community service while supporting Ronald McDonald House Charities through their Senior Service Learning Project.
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By Brian Kacharaba
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11/14/25
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Sanford H. Calhoun High School Principal Nicole Hollings returned to Nassau County First District Court on Nov. 12 for a continuation of her driving while intoxicated case.
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By Brian Kacharaba and Joseph D’Alessandro
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11/12/25
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Merrick resident Andrew Jedlicka is bringing four stars of The Sopranos to Bellmore Movies and The Showplace on Nov. 21 for “A Night With The Sopranos,” a fan event celebrating the iconic show’s legacy through stories, audience interaction, and Italian American culture.
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By Joseph D'Alessandro
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11/7/25
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The Town of Hempstead has unveiled a newly renovated, inclusive playground at Fraser Park, featuring colorful, accessible equipment and sensory-friendly activities designed to provide a safe, engaging space for children of all abilities and their families.
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By Brian Kacharaba
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11/7/25
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The Merrick Jewish Centre held a solemn ceremony on Oct. 13 to celebrate the return of the final 20 Israeli hostages from Gaza, honoring both the joy of their release and the ongoing mourning for lives lost during the conflict.
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By Brian Kacharaba
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11/7/25
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Families and local businesses came together on Nov. 1 for the Merrick Chamber of Commerce’s annual Halloween Parade, a lively community event featuring costumed children, festive music, and treats that filled Merrick Avenue with holiday spirit.
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By Brian Kacharaba
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11/7/25
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