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State Sen. Charles Fuschillo Jr., a Republican from Merrick, is pushing a bill that would ban the use of indoor tanning beds by anyone under age 18 in New York, saying they could cause premature skin cancer in young people.
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By Francis Berkman
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5/27/11
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For children with cancer, the chance to relax and enjoy activities in a camp environment is a welcome respite from the daily burdens of dealing with the disease. Sunrise Day Camp, supported by …
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Karen Bloom
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4/5/11
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Richner Communication’s new program REACT — Richner Employees Assisting Communities Together — has chosen Sunrise Day Camp as its 2011 beneficiary. Throughout the year, through stories and photos, the Herald will focus on this wonderful organization.
For more information about Sunrise Day Camp, its summer and year-round programs and upcoming fundraisers, visit www.sunrisedaycamp.org
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by Mary Malloy
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2/2/11
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Covering charitable organizations doing extraordinary work is old news at the newspapers owned by Richner Communications. Now Richner employees have decided to pool their talents and the company’s resources to do more for deserving organizations that could benefit from their expertise. The effort is spearheaded by a committee, called REACT, which stands for Richner Employees Assisting Communities Together.
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Mary Malloy
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1/19/11
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On Aug. 15, the Lung Cancer Research Foundation hosted its 5th Annual Strides for Life 3-mile fun run/walk around Lake Agawam in Southampton. A record 1,100 people turned out to enjoy the gorgeous weather, bond with friends and family and raise funds for critical lung cancer research. Rockville Centre resident Joe Buckheit and fellow lung cancer survivor Joey Smith cut the ribbon to start the race with the event’s mistress of ceremonies and "Good Day NY" host Rosanna Scotto, who was busy cheering on the crowd.
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9/1/10
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Former Nassau County District Attorney Denis Dillon, a resident of Rockville Centre, died at home early Sunday morning after a long battle with lymphoma. He was 76.
During his more than 30 …
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Judy Rattner
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8/16/10
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Though the temperatures fluctuated wildly last month, summer unofficially kicked off last weekend, and the hottest days of the year are fast approaching. Before you take off for the beach or the park, it’s important to take precautions.
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6/4/10
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The children of Covert Elementary School recently participated in “Project Linus” under the direction of Susan Buckheit and Paula Lake, creating “no sew” fleece blankets to donate to the Winthrop Pediatric Cancer Unit.
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5/26/10
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Tradition, tradition! For 94 years South Side High School’s Red and Blue meet has been about girls, competition, sportsmanship, creativity and teamwork. This year, for the first time, there was an …
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5/5/10
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On Jan. 11, Peter Frank’s Hair Salon on N. Long Beach Road opened its doors to help a neighbor in need. His staff volunteered their time to help Gina Giallombardo, a resident of Rockville Centre, who at the young age of 21 has been diagnosed with a rare form of cancer called rhabdomyosarcoma.
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1/27/10
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