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In the Dec. 2-8 issue, I invited readers to say how they were getting through the coronavirus pandemic so far, noting that all eyes were on the Omicron variant, and that our stories would surely evolve. Thank you so much for sharing these snippets of your lives. more
It is an understatement to say that the coronavirus pandemic has had profoundly negative impacts on the health and well-being of Americans, as well as the job market, personal finances and the economy. more
The Bellmore-Merrick Central High School District’s food pantry, the Community Cupboard, is open despite school closures caused by the coronavirus pandemic. “We want to continue to … more
Among the food drives, toy collections and other efforts to help those less fortunate during the holiday season, two district teachers have fostered a way for neighbors to give to neighbors year-round. more
Since April is National Volunteer Month, let’s consider what volunteering really is: a vital part of every community . . . more
Imagine being a recent immigrant without access to much, a senior citizen on a fixed income forced to count every penny or anyone who has recently endured a major trauma. These are the people who rely on others for help at food pantries across Nassau County. Nassau is the 13th wealthiest... more
Bellmorites interested in cooking with fresh, organic produce this summer and fall needn’t search farther than their own community. For the fourth season, the Garden at St. Mark’s is … more
No community would be what it is without volunteers. April is National Volunteer Month . . . more
The recent vote by Congress to cut $40 billion from the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program — the food stamp program known as SNAP — over the next 10 years is alarming. more
Every community needs police officers, teachers, sanitation workers and elected leaders. But every community also needs volunteers, the people whose contributions mean so much yet so often go unnoticed. more
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