Dozens of plastic containers of candy line two walls of one of Bellmore’s newest businesses –– Chocolate Works of Bellmore-Merrick. Above the rows of bins that hold the sweets, from Smarties to KitKats, two signs read, “Chocolate doesn’t ask silly questions. Chocolate understands.”
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By Julie Mansmann
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12/11/13
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The Mepham High School varsity cheerleading squad recently placed first in the Universal Cheerleaders Association’s Northeast Regional Championships, earning the team a spot in the Small Varsity Coed Division in the national championships in Orlando, Fla., in February.
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12/11/13
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The death last week of former South African President Nelson Mandela sparked a worldwide outpouring of sorrow, respect and remembrance of a man many considered one of history’s great heroes — a …
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By Brian Racow and Emily Webb
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12/11/13
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Since Hurricane Sandy sent floodwaters rushing through its doors, destroying stacks of books and furniture, the Long Beach Public Library’s West End branch has remained closed. And more than a year …
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By Alexandra Spychalsky
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12/11/13
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A group of former Long Beach Medical Center employees who were laid off after Hurricane Sandy filed a class action lawsuit on Monday against the hospital and its chief executive officer in an effort …
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By Anthony Rifilato
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12/11/13
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Because of inclement weather, Bellmore’s annual Holiday Extravaganza and tree lighting has been postponed.
The event, sponsored by the Chamber of Commerce of the Bellmores, was set for Friday, Dec. 6. Debby Izzo, the chamber’s president, confirmed that the Holiday Extravaganza was rescheduled for Friday, Dec. 13.
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By Julie Mansmann
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12/6/13
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Bellmore-Merrick middle school students recently learned that bullying could creep into all aspects of their lives –– including on the Internet. Thanks to a program sponsored by parents and police, though, the preteens now have the information and tools they need to stay safe in cyber-space.
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12/6/13
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With Thanksgiving come and gone last Thursday, the Christmas season officially began in Bellmore. After all, Santa Claus himself could be seen traveling through the community the day after the holiday.
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By Julie Mansmann
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12/5/13
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Merrick’s temples, synagogues and Jewish residents this and last week celebrated Hanukkah, the Festival of Lights, with prayer, menorah lightings, family time, presents, traditional foods and an abundance of community events organized around the holiday’s themes.
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12/5/13
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The college application process, with its myriad academic requirements and deadlines, can be mind-boggling. Then comes the financial aid application, which can seem as daunting as a 1040 income-tax form on steroids.
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By Scott Brinton
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12/5/13
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