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Kaira Springer, left, 7, with Athan, 8, and Cohen Koutsogiannis, 7, played together at the Hispanic Brotherhood of Rockville Centre’s after-school program.
Hispanic Brotherhood of Rockville Centre receives $30K grant
The Hempstead Town Board recently supported a $30,000 grant for the Hispanic Brotherhood of Rockville Centre, which will help fund the organization’s youth service programs. more
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Residents gathered at Central Synagogue-Beth Emeth a year ago this week to denounce hatred in response to violence that grew out of a “Unite the Right” protest in Charlottesville, Va.
Rockville Centre groups to launch Anti Racism Project
“Do I see every day signs of overt racism?” said Rena Riback, who is leading the charge on the Anti Racism Project in Rockville Centre. “No, but you have to look beyond that.” more
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The Revs. Juanita and Jose Lopez, of Iglesia Ciudad De Refugio, recently celebrated their 40th anniversary as pastors of Glen Cove’s oldest Hispanic church.
Pastors look back on 40 years of faith
Last Friday, the pastors of Iglesia Ciudad de Refugio, the Revs. Juanita and Jose Lopez, celebrated the 40 years they have spent ministering at … more
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Patrick Young, Osman Canales, and Margarita Grasing spoke at a panel at Central Synagogue Beth Emeth. Liz Stack, right, moderated the discussion.
Long Island Latinos raise voices at panel discussion
“We need to get to know immigrants,” said Osman Canales, a Salvadorian activist from Suffolk County. “It may be difficult because of the areas we live in, and because [Long Island] is so … more
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Idalia Maria-Moreno, 13, of Lawrence, who was reported missing since SEpt. 28, has been found, police said.
Lawrence teenager found
Idalia Maria-Moreno, 13, of Lawrence, who was last seen at her home on Sept. 28 at 7:20 a.m. has been found, police said. more
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Town of Hempstead Hispanic Heritage Month Award winner William Miranda, with his wife, Jen, spoke to other honorees at the Town’s annual celebration on Sept. 19.
'Puerto Ricans are Americans, too'
Part 3 in a Hispanic Heritage Month mini-series. When William Miranda II could not communicate with his relatives in Puerto Rico after Hurricane Maria tore across the island — leaving 3.4 million people without electricity or running water — he sprang into action. more
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Vasquez outside her East Meadow business, Laser Now. She operates two other locations in Queens and Manhattan.
'I wanted the American dream'
Part two in a Hispanic Heritage Month mini-series.“Someone shouted, ‘¡la migra!’” said Yesenia Vasquez. The East Meadow mother of three sat behind a desk at her … more
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Celebrating Hispanic contributions to America
From Sept. 15 to Oct. 15, we celebrate National Hispanic Heritage Month. But in order to appreciate these immigrants’ colorful, flavorful contributions to virtually every realm of American life, we must understand their centuries-long history . . . more
Frank Colon Jr., Army veteran and commander of Rockville Centre American Legion Post 303, accepted his Hispanic Heritage Award at a ceremony held by the Town of Hempstead on Sept. 19.
RVC veteran receives Hispanic Heritage Award
In recognition of National Hispanic Heritage Month, Rockville Centre’s Frank Colon Jr. was honored for his service as an Army veteran and his continued support of veterans’ organizations through the years at a Town of Hempstead ceremony on Sept. 19. more
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Luna Cabana on Hempstead Turnpike offers an array of Colombian dishes, prepared from scratch.
'Vamos a Luna Cabana!'
Part one in a Hispanic Heritage Month mini-series.“I opened Luna Cabana in East Meadow because I want the community to experience a real Colombian meal,” Yovanny Perez said. “I want … more
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