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Steven McDonald in his Malverne home last week. Thirty years ago, McDonald was shot and left paralyzed by a group of teens in Central Park.

As his kitchen television silently aired CNN’s footage of the chaos the day after five white Dallas police officers were killed by a black sniper during a peaceful demonstration, Malvernite and New York City Police Detective Steven McDonald was listening to a speech by Robert F. Kennedy, made nearly 50 years ago, on the day after the Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King’s assassination. more

By Rossana Weitekamp | 7/12/16

Concussions force student-athletes and their parents, like Alyssa Garbarino and her father, Al, to weigh the benefits of playing sports against the long-term health risks.

Bellmore-Merrick athletes hit hard by concussions

Alyssa Garbarino’s second concussion came on a frigid Sunday afternoon when she was 17. Under overcast skies, Garbarino, of North Merrick, who was then playing with the East Meadow Soccer Club’s Storm, bruised her way through a sea of bodies. As she battled with her opponent on the Northport Cow Harbor United Soccer Club, she was constantly driven to the ground, her head hitting the hard earth. As fast as she went down, though, she popped back up. As the game wore on, she began to feel dizzy and developed a sharp headache. more

By Alex Boyd | 6/22/16

After the services, the congregation celebrated by dancing the Hora.

Central Synagogue celebrates 80 years

Last week, Central Synagogue of Nassau County celebrated its 80th anniversary with a special celebration. Synagogue members past and present gathered at the building, located at 430 DeMott Ave., … more

By Alex Costello | 6/22/16

The Central Synagogue building on DeMott Avenue in 1947. The building wasn’t fully completed, but congregants came for High Holy Days services that September and sat on folding chairs.

A special anniversary

Central Synagogue of Nassau County is celebrating a big milestone this weekend — its 80th anniversary. “Eighty is a special anniversary because it is two times 40,” said Rabbi Marc Gruber, … more

By Rebecca Melnitsky | 6/15/16

Employees of parade co-sponsor Nu Health marched down Hempstead Turnpike.

Hundreds turn out for Belmont Parade

Hundreds of people gathered at the Alva T. Stanforth Sports Complex near Elmont Library on Saturday to kick off the Elmont/Belmont Day Parade, marking the unofficial start of summer and the lead-up … more

By Steve Smirti | 6/8/16

Recalling L.I. before suburbia took hold

I grew up in Yaphank, a 14-square-mile hamlet in Suffolk County, virtually in the middle of Long Island. (The community to the north is, in fact, called Middle Island.) I remember . . . more

5/12/16

Q: Should I clip my dog’s nails before letting him run outside?

Clipping a dog’s nails is very important. Even more so, if your dog is going to be active and run around. Many dogs can break a nail easily if it is too long. The nail can … more

Central Veterinary Associates | 5/11/16

Stuart Markus and Gathering Time share their lively harmonies in Garden City on Friday.

It's all about the harmony with Gathering Time

The folk singers' latest concert marks the area debut of their latest album. more

5/4/16

Q: Should I let my Chihuahua play with the larger dogs at the dog park?

A:There are many large breed dogs that play well with smaller dogs however a pet owner should always be careful with such a large discrepancy in weight classes. Even playing with a dog of … more

Central Veterinary Associates | 4/8/16

Q: Are there infections that can spread from my puppy to my children?

The good news is that there aren’t many things that can spread from your new puppy to your children. The most common concern is intestinal parasites (worms). Some … more

Central Veterinary Associates | 3/12/16

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