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A Few Clouds With State Sen. Steve Rhoads' office, yarn and blanket drive to aid children with cancer
The 5th New York state Senate District is partnering with We Care Blankets to collect yarn and blankets for children with cancer.
Merrick Estates Civic Association gears up for 65th summer of fun
The Merrick Community Civic Association is gearing up for its 65th summer.
In the Merrick Fire Department, learn what it takes to fight fires at Empire Games
Empire Hose Company No. 3 in the Merrick Fire Department is holding the first-ever Empire Games, to get high school students interested in volunteering for the Merrick Fire Department.
36 years later, Francine Goldstein nears $1M in fundraising for AIDS Walk
Francine Goldstein has been walking and raising money for the AIDS Walk for the last 36 years. Her lifetime total is nearing $1,000,000.
David Goldberg, social studies teacher at Calhoun High School, knighted by Parte Guelfa
David Goldberg, a social studies teacher at Sanford H. Calhoun High School, was knighted by the Parte Guelfa for his humanitarian work.
Once in a lifetime: Bellmore-Merrick students gather to watch 2024 solar eclipse
Around Bellmore-Merrick, high schools and middle schools held viewing parties for the 2024 solar eclipse on April 8.
Long Island Youth Wellness Summit gets teens talking about mental health
Last week, Long Island high schools students and staff went to the Long Island Youth Wellness Summit in North Merrick.
Survivors of Oct. 7 attacks speak to Merrick-Bellmore community
At Congregation Ohav Shalom last week, the Merrick Bellmore Jewish Community Council presented “Rebuilding After Oct. 7 — The Story of Kibbutz Nir Oz.” Speakers from Israel, who experienced the initial attacks, joined members of several congregations who gathered to hear their stories and to learn about ways that American Jews can help communities in Israel.
Mayhem Media Day gets young athletes feeling like pros
It was the first of its kind event at the Coleman Country Day Camp in Freeport last week, as Mayhem Baseball welcomed in troves of young athletes for Mayhem Media Day.
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The heartbreaking death of an NYPD hero
Former Congressman Peter King reflects on the tragic murder of NYPD Officer Jonathan Diller, highlighting the outpouring of support from Massapequa Park and beyond, including a moment with former President Donald Trump, and calls for legislative action in honor of Diller's memory."
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Washington: where bipartisanship goes to die
Former Assemblyman Jerry Kremer reminisces about bipartisan successes in Albany, contrasting them with the current gridlock in Washington, where partisan politics obstructs meaningful legislation, leaving a longing for the return of bipartisan cooperation.
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L.I. GOP must condemn Trump’s dangerous remarks
Kevin J. Kelley underscores the significance of bipartisan collaboration in politics, advocating for respect, civil discourse, and condemnation of inflammatory rhetoric from leaders like Donald Trump to protect democracy and uphold civic values.