One-stop holiday shopping at Central
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The Central/Memorial PTSA hosted its annual holiday boutique and craft fair last Saturday afternoon. There were dozens of vendors who took up two gymnasiums at Central High School. The sellers had many handmade holiday gifts and treats. Money raised from the event will go toward scholarships for graduating seniors and other PTSA-sponsored events.
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12/14/11
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It’s that time of year…Time for the proverbial “it’s Thanksgiving, so that’s what I’m going to talk about” column…But I don’t want to do the …
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By Mitchell Hart Cooper
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11/22/11
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Apple is freakin’ awesome. No, not the fruit. The company. Their products are pretty amazing, you have to admit. You can listen to music on players the thickness of two credit cards, some of …
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By Mitchell Hart Cooper
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11/1/11
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Costume contest in Valley Stream
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The Valley Stream Recreation Department hosted it annual costume contest on Oct. 22 at Hendrickson Park. It was open to children of all ages. Judging was on the scariest, funniest and best storybook character costumes.
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10/27/11
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To all of my Jewish brethren out there, Shana Tova and I hope that you had an easy fast.It is, of course, the High Holy Days for those of us in the Jewish religion, where we celebrate the new year, …
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5K race in Valley Stream
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A Black Tie 5K race (though normal running attire was recommended) was held at Valley Stream’s Hendrickson Park last Saturday morning hosted by MPower, the charitable division of Morrison Management Specialists. Money was raised for the Juvenile Diabetes Foundation.
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9/21/11
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I’ve been thinking a lot about loyalty lately.Not just the last few days or weeks or so, but for a few years now it’s been a consistent topic on my consciousness.I’m what I’ve …
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By Mitchell Hart Cooper
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9/20/11
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Green Hornets kick off 2011 season
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The Valley Stream Green Hornets youth football league kicked off its 2011 season with a pep rally at Firemen's Field on Sept. 9. Players, parents and and coaches heard opening remarks from league President Sharon Daly and saw a performance by the varsity cheerleaders.
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9/15/11
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I survived!Phew.You clearly did too.Damn Hurricane Irene.The way they were talking on the news, it was like Long Island and other areas in the tri-state region might no longer exist after Irene made …
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By Mitchell Hart Cooper
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9/8/11
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Aftermath of Irene in Valley Stream
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Hurricane Irene left behind a trail of destruction in Valley Stream, including many downed trees, limbs, branches and power lines. There was some minimal flooding but no major property damage was reported.
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8/29/11
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