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Methadone is dispensed in precise doses from a computer-controlled machine resembling a cappuccino maker. NASA uses a similar machine to dispense liquids for space travel.

They line up every day inside an off-white office resembling a trailer across the street from the Long Beach Medical Center: two neat rows of average-looking people, waiting patiently, as if they are there to buy a cup of coffee from the local deli. But they are there to save their lives. more

By Scott Brinton | 4/14/10

Events on Long Island

Exhibits and more... Children’s Pleasures: American Celebrations of ChildhoodDepictions of American childhood pleasures and pastimes from the early 19th century to the present are on … more

4/14/10

Chita Rivera in My Broadway

Broadway legend Chita Rivera joins members of the Long Island Philharmonic, for a special evening of music, Saturday, May 1, at 8 p.m. more

4/14/10

You may be the cure for Albany’s ills

A year ago, Long Island legislators dismissed Albany as the home of a government not of the people, but of “three men in a room.” And that wasn’t the first time that criticism was leveled; it’s been a perennial complaint. But now we’re lucky if we can get that many in a room, and even luckier if we know which three they are. more

4/8/10

Sima Casillo and Matthew Socci perform “Sue Me” in the recent production of “On Broadway — A Musical Review.”

Valley Stream actors star in 'On Broadway'

Nearly a dozen thespians from Valley Stream appeared in the Island Park Theatre Group’s recent production of “On Broadway — A Musical Revue” at the Lincoln Orens Middle School in Island Park. more

Mary Malloy | 4/7/10

Events on Long Island

Exhibits and more...Arcadia/Suburbia: Architecture on Long Island, 1930-2010The exhibit examines the impressive architectural history of Long Island, especially on the North Shore. It underscores the … more

4/7/10

In harmony with the Barbershop Harmony Society

Travel aboard the “Fantasy Express” when the Nassau-Mid-Island Chapter of the Barbershop Harmony Society presents its annual spring concert this weekend. more

Karen Bloom | 4/7/10

Signs of spring: A ‘family’ ventures out Old Westbury Gardens. Below, kids play an old-fashioned hoop game at Old Bethpage Village Restoration.

Signs of spring at Old Westbury Gardens

The days are getting longer and warmer weather has arrived. It’s time to venture outside and enjoy these early days of spring as Old Westbury Gardens and Old Bethpage Village open for the season. more

Karen Bloom | 4/7/10

Going organic for a greener lawn

Ah, spring! The weather warms. The robins return. People plant pansies. And the whir of lawnmowers can be heard for miles around. Yes, folks, it’s that time of year again to start caring for … more

4/3/10

Events on Long Island

Exhibits and more...Arcadia/Suburbia: Architecture on Long Island, 1930-2010The exhibit examines the impressive architectural history of Long Island, especially on the North Shore. It underscores the … more

3/31/10