It’s a strange feeling to have to report on major disasters — how do you keep your personal feelings out of it?
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1/20/10
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Memories of a simpler time
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The Rhame Avenue Elementary School Class of 1963 was a post World War II melting pot, and many were first-generation Americans. Most of our parents had moved to East Rockaway from Brooklyn and other city boroughs after the war.
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Lynbrook staff volleys to raise funds for PTA event
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The Lynbrook Council of PTA’s sponsored its annual Staff Volleyball Game and Middle School Kickline performance recently.
Funds raised from the event will go toward scholarship funds for graduatin Lynbrook High School seniors.
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by Mary Malloy
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1/14/10
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No, no, no — this isn’t a New Year’s resolution column. Go somewhere else for that — I’m sure plenty of people are writing about that subject this week.
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Mary Malloy
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1/4/10
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(East) Rockin' around the Christmas tree
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The Village of East Rockaway had two tree lightings -- one at Village Hall, and the other on Main Street at Veterans Plaza. The residents marched in a holiday parade -- and some even rode in a horse-drawn carriage -- to listen to holiday tunes, watch dancing by the Dance Space, and enjoy a visit from Santa.
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Mary Malloy
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12/10/09
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I love the hustle and bustle of the holiday season. I would also like more money to spend on Christmas gifts and an old-fashioned snowball fight, but until then, I’ll take what I can.
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Mary Malloy
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12/10/09
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Internet users beware: All is not as it seems in cyberspace. This may not come as a surprise to you, as I’m sure you’re careful with your bank accounts and your credit card numbers when online. But you may need to think about who may be behind the scenes on some fan sites on Facebook, a popular social networking site.
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Mary Malloy
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11/25/09
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Lynbrook observes Veterans Day
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Lynbrook residents observed Veterans Day at the Dough Boy Monument.
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11/19/09
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East Rockaway honors vets
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The village of East Rockaway honored its veterans on Nov. 11 with an indoor breakfast at the American Legion and an outdoor ceremony at the Veterans Memorial on Atlantic Avenue and Main Street.
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11/19/09
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Giving thanks for Thanksgiving
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Before beginning those Thanksgiving preparations, take a moment to get into the spirit of the season and explore some of the many holiday-themed events going on this weekend.
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by Karen Bloom
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11/18/09
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