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For both the Wantagh and Seaford Kiwanis clubs, the arrival of a new school year means that the season of giving has also begun. The two groups will be busier than ever in 2016-17, leaders said, hosting fundraising events and kick-starting new initiatives while keeping the organization’s mission in mind — help all youngsters of the world, one child at a time. more

By Rebecca Anderson | 10/4/16

One step closer to a sensory gym

Players anxiously watched the little white ball make its rounds across red and white squares as they waited for the roulette results to be announced. The dealer called out the winning numbers, as players examined the bets they had placed. Casino Night was well under way at the Merrick Empire Hose Company No. 3 on July 30. more

By Stephany Reyes | 8/11/16

Thomas Ferrall snapped a selfie with John Kasich on the Ohio governor’s presidential campaign trail.

Valley Streamer finds path into national politics

Christopher Ferrall returned from a trip to Washington, D.C., in 2008 with a gift for his son, Thomas — a souvenir that celebrated then-presidential candidate Barack Obama. The reticence with which … more

By Micah Danney mdanney@liherald.com | 6/22/16

Four generations of Torborgs served as chiefs of the East Rockaway Fire Department.

Like fathers, like sons

In a first of its kind milestone for the all-volunteer East Rockaway Fire Department, newly sworn in Department Chief Gene M. Torborg marked the fourth generation of Torborg’s to be elected to the … more

By Courtney McGee | 6/15/16

The Nicolas — from left, John, Susan, Phil, Michael and Steven — contribute to their hometown of Seaford through membership in the Fire Department.

Like father, like sons

Former Lt. Phil Nicola, 60, has served as a member of the Seaford Fire Department for 42 years. His three sons volunteer alongside their dad. With Father’s Day just around the corner, the Nicola Family plans to do what they do every single day — be together. more

By Rebecca Anderson | 6/14/16

The Nassau County Junior Firefighters Association and lawmakers unveiled the new monument.

Junior firefighter monument erected in East Meadow

In honor of their 10th anniversary, the Nassau County Junior Firefighters Association unveiled a new monument dedicated to the region’s youngest volunteers in Eisenhower Park on May 15. A … more

By Julie Mansmann | 5/19/16

Members of the Wantagh-Levittown Volunteer Ambulance Corp helped to coordinate its first-ever fair last Sunday in celebration of National EMS Week.

A first responder's fair

The Wantagh-Levittown Volunteer Ambulance Corps held its first community fair on May 15 at Island Trees Middle School in Levittown. In honor of National EMS Week, the organization, established in 1956, attracted more than 100 people to the fair to celebrate 60 years of serving the community. more

By Rebecca Anderson | 5/18/16

Beth Limmer, a representative of the Nassau County Office for the Aging, left, and the office’s director, Paul Desroches, right, recognized Corine Casagrande for her volunteer services at FISH of Wantagh.

Local seniors in safe hands

For many senior citizens, driving to the doctor or dentist can be a hassle. But with the help of Friends In Safe Hands, or FISH, getting to necessary appointments is no longer an issue. The organization, which is based in Wantagh, offers door-to-door transportation to medical appointments for the elderly. Its mission is to give back. more

By Rebecca Anderson | 5/18/16

A Naloxone Hydrochloride injection, better known as Narcan, reverses a heroin overdose by blocking opioid receptors in the brain.

Fighting the heroin battle

Long Island, and Nassau County specifically, has been facing a drug crisis for the last decade. With narcotics pervasive in the streets in large quantities and at cheap prices, people of all ages are taking to drugs. more

By Rebecca Anderson | 5/11/16

Rita Hofer has been the volunteer coordinator of Temple B’Nai Torah’s Bingo program for the past 25 years.

A volunteer's 25-year-long labor of love

If it’s a Wednesday afternoon or a Thursday night, Rita Hofer can be found at her temple. That’s when weekly Bingo games take place, which Hofer said are actually more than just fun and games. more

By Andrew Hackmack | 4/26/16

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