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As we recover, please thank your local heroes

I always thought it was cliché to say, “I’ve never seen anything like it,” but in the aftermath of Sandy, I can honestly say that, in my lifetime, I’ve never seen anything like it. more

11/15/12

Anne Barracca was honored for her dedication to the PTA and PTSA at local schools.

Anne Barracca named among 'Women of Distinction'

Assemblyman Dave McDonough held his fourth annual Women of Distinction ceremony at the Merrick Public Library last month East Meadowite Anne Barracca was recognized for her volunteerism. Barracca was one of eight women honored last month. more

By: Shannon Koehle | 10/12/12

Why am I on the East Meadow School Board?

A new school year is beginning. The school board will dutifully meet to tend to the business end of the beginning of our educational process. more

Joseph V. Danenza, East Meadow School Board Trustee | 10/5/12

Jared Benatar, 17, ran a 5K race in Eisenhower Park to raise funds for Island Harvest.

Runner donates funds to Island Harvest

Jared Benatar, 17, started volunteering with hunger-relief organization Island Harvest nearly four years ago. more

By Shannon Koehle | 10/5/12

East Meadow Kiwanis President Mitchell Allen presented Debbie Coates with a plaque honoring her as the 2011-12 Kiwanian of the Year.

Honoring a devoted volunteer

East Meadow Kiwanians are well aware of Debbie Coates’s selfless dedication to the organization, and the club’s president, Mitchell Allen, chose her as the 2011-12 Kiwanian of the Year. more

By Shannon Koehle | 10/5/12

East Meadow volunteers were on hand to share their experiences during Recruit N.Y.

EMFD is looking for volunteers

The East Meadow Fire Department opened its doors during the Second Annual Recruit N.Y. Weekend last month. The statewide effort helps to draw new volunteer members and coincided with National Volunteer Week. more

By Shannon Koehle | 5/3/12

Thank a volunteer firefighter

April 15-21 is National Volunteer Week, and we want to recognize a special group of volunteers — firefighters. more

4/19/12

Camille Leone, second from right, was honored with the Pathfinder Award for her contributions to the East Meadow Community.

Local woman honored for community service

East Meadow resident Camille Leone was one of nine women honored by Town Supervisor Kate Murray for her outstanding contributions to the community at the annual Pathfinder Awards Ceremony held at the Nathan L.H. Bennett Pavilion on March 6. more

By Shannon Koehle | 3/23/12

The Nassau County Firefighters Pipes and Drums performed for the crowd.

Friends and family host successful memorial fundraiser

Hundreds of friends and family members attended the third annual Richard Forenza Memorial Fundraiser at Mulcahy's Pub in Wantagh on Jan. 28. more

2/6/12

Cuomo vetoes Brady Bill

“Saddened,” “upset” and “disappointed” were among the many dispirited words people used to describe Gov. Andrew Cuomo’s decision to veto a bill that would … more

Lee Landor | 1/11/12

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