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A new playground recently opened at Julian Lane Park in Merrick. The state-of-the-art, multi-activity play structure features slides, climbers, tubes and game stations, as well as an ultra-modern safety surface intended to cushion any fall and prevent possible injury. Above were Hempstead Town Supervisor Kate Murray, sixth from left, South Merrick Community Civic Association President Joe Baker, seventh from left, and community members to cut the ribbon on the new playground. more

7/18/11

Lauren and Samantha clowned around before the “After the Holidays Egg Hunt” at Fraser Park on April 30. The North and Central Merrick Civic Association hosted the event, and once the hunt began, the pair put their baskets to better use. The civic association’s egg hunt, scheduled for before Easter, had to be rescheduled because of bad weather.

A belated –– but happy –– Easter egg hunt

The North and Central Civic Association hosted an “After the Holidays Egg Hunt” on Saturday, April 30, at Fraser Park in North Merrick. Eager children scoured the park in search of Easter eggs, and all ended the day with bucketfuls of goodies. Even the Easter Bunny made an appearance. The hunt was followed by a matzo ball toss. more

By David Weingrad | 5/5/11

Merokeans Rachel Cohen and Jessie Fenton helped clean up debris at Cammans Pond Park in Merrick during the South Merrick Community Civic Association’s annual “Spring Clean Sweep” last weekend.

Sweeping the neighborhood clean in South Merrick

The South Merrick Community Civic Association teamed up with Girl Scouts, Boy Scouts, local leaders and Merrick residents to clean up debris at Julian Lane and Cammans Pond parks in Merrick last weekend. more

By David Weingrad | 4/13/11

Residents and animal activists gathered last Saturday to protest the Hempstead Animal Shelter.

Hundreds gather to protest 'Kill the kitty' and Hempstead Town animal shelter

Nearly 400 residents and animal rescuers protested outside the Town of Hempstead Animal Shelter in Wantagh last Saturday afternoon. Hope for Hempstead Shelter, a local shelter-reform advocacy group, … more

By Jackie Nash | 3/23/11

Bellmore-Merrick leaders look ahead to 2011

In the first days of the new year, elected and civic leaders are already hard at work tackling issues that have pestered Bellmore and Merrick for months, if not years. Local politicians and community activists have set their sights on their top priorities for 2011. more

David Weingrad | 1/4/11

Civic group to seek cell-phone moratorium at Aug. 3 rally

The North Merrick Civic Association is seeking support for a moratorium on the installation of cell-phone antennas and other equipment in the Town of Hempstead until a new town code regulating the equipment is passed. more

David Weingrad | 8/2/10

Frank Soling accepted the South Merrick Community Civic Association Community Service Award at his home last month. Above, SMCCA President Joe Baker, left, and Soling's wife, Marlene, congratulated him on his achievement.

Remembering Frank Soling, civic group activist

Franklin Soling of Merrick died recently at the age of 80. His memory is carried on by his loving family and the Merrick community, which he served passionately. more

Sari Zeidler | 7/1/10

Assistant Superintendent Grucci, SMCCA to discuss school safety

Merrick School District administrators have had it up to here with teens who turn elementary schools into after-hours hangouts. more

Sari Zeidler | 6/22/10

M.O.M.S. cofounder Sharon Curry speaks to a concerned crowd about potential effects of cell phones at the North Merrick Community Association's monthly meeting.

Cell antenna at the N. Merrick Library?

T-Mobile is looking to solve a costly problem for the North Merrick Public Library and increase wireless service by installing a disguised cell antenna in place of the library’s rusted flag pole. But North Merrick residents are asking for more answers before they support the project. more

Sari Zeidler | 6/22/10

Army base development discussed at civic meeting

At a North Bellmore Civic Association meeting on Monday, the development of the former army base on Maple Avenue in North Bellmore was discussed. The lot, which has been vacant for more than 10 years, is in the process of being excavated and cleaned up, Civic Association President Reinaldo Nunez said. more

Deirdre Krasula | 6/16/10

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