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Bellmorite Edward Diller, a health educator, has been riding long distance for more than 20 years. He is organizing the inaugural Pan Long Island Challenge, a 100-mile bike ride to raise money for the American Skin Association. He is pictured on one of his rides in Acadia National Park in Maine.

Bellmorite launches 100-mile charity ride

On most any summer weekend, it’s easy to find sunbathers soaking up rays at Long Island’s many beaches, but whether they have taken the necessary steps to protect their skin isn’t as evident. Some 100 million Americans suffer from skin cancers and diseases, according to the American Skin Association. That’s why Bellmorite Edward Diller, a longtime supporter of the nonprofit organization, has launched the Pan Long Island Challenge to raise awareness about skin disorders as well as money for research. more

By Deirdre Krasula | 8/3/11

Venance Ndibalema, from “Tanzania,” enjoyed the opening-night party at the Long Island International Film Festival in Bellmore.

L.I. film expo a success in its 14th year

A little Hollywood glitz and glamour came to Bellmore last week for the 14th Annual Long Island International Film Expo, which boasted eight days of independent films from around the world. The festival kicked off with a preview night on July 7 and an opening-night party the following evening. more

By Deirdre Krasula | 7/20/11

Freeport's Eddie "Big Truck" Gordon, left, with Ring of Combat president Louis Neglia of Bellmore.

Eyes on the prize

Windows of opportunity remain open for varying lengths of time, depending on one’s career path. For a mixed martial artist, that time frame often lasts no more than 12 minutes. more

Steve Siniski | 7/14/11

Lights, Camera, Action: Filmmaker Fred Carpenter, who grew up on the south shore, premieres his action-packed film, “Jesse,” at the L.I. International Film Expo.

Now playing...Long Island International Film Expo

Bellmore rolls out the red carpet next week when the latest installment of the Long Island International Film Expo arrives at the Bellmore Movies. The festival, now in its 14th year, continues to be … more

By Karen Bloom | 7/6/11

Young educators say it is tough to land a teaching job these days when there are 500 résumés for every position. When Bellmorite Anthony Messina, a certified art educator, isn’t looking for a full-time teaching job, he works as a waiter at Piccolo Ristorante in Bellmore, his hometown.

Young educators will teach for food

First of two parts. Despite holding two part-time jobs, substitute-teaching and waiting tables, 27-year-old Bellmore resident Anthony Messina has what he considers to be a third full-time job, for which he receives no pay. For five years, Messina has been searching for a permanent teaching position. more

By Fran Berkman | 7/6/11

Nicole Kivirtzikis, left, and Toni Asena, both of whom grew up in North Bellmore, are publishing an online book, “Wish,” about genies.

Genie is out of the bottle and online

While supernatural creatures like vampires and werewolves have risen in popularity in the media in recent years, two native North Bellmorities have been hard at work trying to popularize another mythical being –– the genie. more

By David Weingrad | 7/1/11

Scenes from “Jesse” were filmed in Bellmore. The movie is set to premiere on opening night of the Long Island International Film Expo.

L.I. International Film Expo now open

Long Islanders looking to escape the heat without a day at the beach need look no further than Bellmore. The Long Island International Film Expo, hosted by the Long Island Film/TV Foundation, will return to the Bellmore Movies next week. The 14th annual film festival will kick off with a preview night on Thursday, July 7, and an opening night party on Friday, July 8, at 5 p.m. for all ticket holders. more

By Deirdre Krasula | 6/30/11

Events on Long Island

Exhibits and more... Body MappingThe exhibit commemorates the opening of the Hofstra North Shore-LIJ School of Medicine at Hofstra University. Works by contemporary artists, Tina Blondell, Giedre … more

6/8/11

Wendy Tepfer, at lectern, director of the Bellmore-Merrick Community Parent Center, spoke to students at Holy Trinity High School in Hicksville last Wednesday on the dangers of driving while distracted.

County joins U.N.’s campaign for road safety

Two Nassau County Police officers revved up the motor on a device not much larger than a lawnmower engine. As the machine roared last Wednesday afternoon, the officers used its cutters to slowly peel off the driver’s side door of a badly damaged minivan. No one was inside the van, but students at Holy Trinity High School in Hicksville watched quietly and anxiously as the “Jaws of Life” crushed the car’s metal. more

By Deirdre Krasula | 5/17/11

Brian Schneider, a hydrogeologist for the Nassau County Department of Public Works, rear center, spoke with Envirothon participants during a two-hour hike whose participants viewed environmental damage in the woodlands on the east side of the Meadowbrook Parkway.

Envirothon emphasizes damage in forests

Call it a tale of two forests. On the west side of the Meadowbrook Parkway, on the outskirts of Freeport and Roosevelt, there is the 73-acre Roosevelt Preserve, owned and maintained by Nassau County. There, the wide paths are clear of fallen trees and shrubbery and virtually trash-free. There is no evidence of campfires having burned down swaths of the woods, nor is there graffiti marring the abundant oaks and maples. more

By Scott Brinton | 5/5/11

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