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From the American Revolution to the War on Terror, the fight for freedom has never ended. Mark Greaker, commander of American Legion Post 1273 in Wantagh, reminded the roughly 100 guests in attendance about the people who have fought the good fight during the annual Veterans Day ceremony on Nov. 11.
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By Andrew Hackmack
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11/19/14
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For 40 years, residents of Wantagh and beyond have had the opportunity to do some early holiday shopping at the Church of St. Jude Country Fair. Last Saturday’s event did not disappoint, as shoppers left with bags full of holiday decorations, gifts, knick knacks and even fresh produce.
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By Andrew Hackmack
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11/12/14
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Diana Fogarty has two pleasures in life — books and art. For her day job, she works at the Wantagh Library, and at home, she spends time painting in her studio. Recently, her two worlds came together.
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By Andrew Hackmack
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11/12/14
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Levittown is commonly referred to as “America’s first suburb.” On sprawling potato fields, 17,447 houses popped up in several communities, giving returning World War II veterans a chance to own a home and start a family.
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By Andrew Hackmack
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11/12/14
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Local veterans organizations are facing a problem — it’s a struggle to get new members. The American Legion posts in Wantagh and Seaford are not adding the men and women returning home from ongoing current conflicts to their rolls.
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By Andrew Hackmack
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11/11/14
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Two years ago, the recovery from Hurricane Sandy was in its earliest stages. Families were taking stock of their flood-damaged homes. Power was slowly being restored. Downed trees were being cleared.
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By Andrew Hackmack
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11/6/14
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The Wantagh Kiwanis Club had a fruitful year. The club secured a grant to assist in the construction of new playground at the Mandalay Elementary School, sent three children to Kamp Kiwanis, and sponsored the creation of a new Kiwanis chapter in Seaford.
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By Andrew Hackmack
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11/5/14
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One of Wantagh’s longest standing traditions makes its return this weekend as the Church of St. Jude will hold its annual Country Fair. This year is the 40th anniversary of the fair, which will feature the popular and highly sought-after Christmas mice.
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By Andrew Hackmack
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11/5/14
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Wantagh native Andrew DeGregorio has had a long battle with cancer. The former star football player and wrestler for the Wantagh High School Warriors is in need of financial assistance, so his friends are pitching in to help.
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By Andrew Hackmack
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11/5/14
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The gymnasium at Forest Lake Elementary School had a different look to it during the last two weeks of October. In the spirit of Halloween, half of the space was turned into a Halloween Fitness Funhouse, with a variety of activities that were appropriate for the season.
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By Andrew Hackmack
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11/4/14
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