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How to learn not to take life for granted
Realizing that I’ve been taking something for granted is never an abstraction. It generally happens by whack and wallop. more
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Shanequa Levin, 40, of Huntington Station, is the founder of Women’s Diversity Network, a group that advocates for the racial and cultural integration of systems.
Long Islanders advocate for racial justice
As a stay-at-home mother in 2006, Shanequa Levin, of Huntington Station, was feeling stir-crazy. She had two children — ages 4 and 8 at the time — and had just moved to the town in … more
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Strong winds create power outages
Strong winds across Long Island have toppled power lines, leaving thousands without electricity. A high wind warning is in effect for the area until 2 p.m., with winds northwest winds of 25 to 35 … more
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Hometown favorite Balaram Stack advanced to the final round of the 2014 Volcom Unsound Pro contest last Sunday and ultimately finished fourth, while California’s Kilian Garland finished first among the 96 competitors and won the $5,000 top prize, capping one of the most anticipated East Coast surf competitions since the Quiksilver Pro New York in 2011
A new era of pro surfing in Long Beach
“The waves are here — you guys out here in New York are known for being hardcore surfers,” said professional surfer Jeremy Johnston, of Florida, just after he finished third in the 2014 Volcom … more
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A scene from the compelling action film, "Cigarette Soup," which explores the struggles American soldiers face while serving in combat.
Film with local roots wins top prize at LIIFE
If there is one thing Larry Strong is sure about, it’s that Hollywood is not the be all-end all location for success in the entertainment business. more
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Pro surfer Balaram Stack, pictured at Surf Week last month, is among the competitors.
Long Beach to host major surfing contest
When he’s not working as a camp director at Skudin Surf school, or doing volunteer work with children with special needs for the nonprofit Surf for All, professional surfer TJ Gumiela is training, … more
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Women and the role they played in L.I.'s history
In observance of Women’s History Month, we thought it fitting to highlight some notable women who were instrumental in shaping present-day Long Island. more
It’s time to get serious about gun violence in Nassau County
As the news of another senseless shooting death in my community broke, so did my heart. The incident that took the life of a 22-year-old student from my alma mater reminds me of the lives lost due to … more
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'Half the Sky' aims to end sex trafficking
The book’s front cover looks friendly, uplifting even. The title –– “Half the Sky: Turning Oppression Into Opportunity for Women Worldwide” –– is set against an azure sky flecked by wispy white clouds. more
Corey Lovrich, center, pictured with his brother, Bryan, and father, Romano at a fundraiser at Veterans Field on May 11, 2011. Lovrich died on Thursday after a battle with colon cancer.
Long Beach lacrosse player Corey Lovrich dies
Corey Lovrich, a 21-year-old Long Beach resident and former high school lacrosse star who helped lead Jacksonville University’s fledgling lacrosse team to memorable wins as its captain, and is … more
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