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The Hempstead town board is considering legislation that would require all cats and dogs coming into the animal shelter in Wantagh be spayed or neutered.
Bill aims to reduce animal population
Bob Barker always reminded viewers of “The Price is Right” to help control the animal population by having their pets spayed or neutered. The Town of Hempstead is expected to soon adopt that policy. more
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Hempstead Town Supervisor Kate Murray, joined by other town officials and some seasonal characters, announced the start of the Home for the Holidays pet adoption program at the home of Ed and Laura Ra.
Town seeks loving homes for pets
Hempstead Town Supervisor Kate Murray cited famed singer Perry Como when announcing the start of a free pet adoption program at the town’s animal shelter: “There’s no place like home for the holidays.” more
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Barbara and Lisa Deturris with their dog Lilly.
Wantagh Church blesses all of God’s creatures
Rain didn’t keep local pet owners from heading down to St. Frances de Chantal Catholic Church in Wantagh on Oct. 4 for the traditional blessing of the animals. The ceremony was moved inside to the church lobby. more
Boy Scout Joseph Vitucci, seated, had a lot of help from family, friends and fellow scouts to build and transport five wooden benches, which will benefit Last Hope Animal Rescue in Wantagh.
Eagle Scout hopeful supports pet center
Last Hope Animal Rescue, in its 33 years of existence, has been the beneficiary of numerous Eagle Scout projects. On Sunday, one more was added to the tally, as Boy Scout Joseph Vitucci delivered five freshly made benches to the Wantagh pet adoption center. more
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Hempstead animal shelter activists speak up
A pair of animal rights activists, who have long called for reforms at the Town of Hempstead Animal Shelter in Wantagh, spoke up at a recent board meeting with concerns about the future of the facility. more
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At a Press conference on Sept. 16 promoting pet adoptions, Mike Timka, owner of Fun Stuff Toys in Seaford, Town of Hempstead Supervisor Kate Murray and Animal Shelter Director Mike Pastore showed off Bill Blasso who is up for adoption.
Town of Hempstead pushes pet adoptions
Pictures of pets in need of a good home are coming to a store near you. The Town of Hempstead has launched a new initiative, “Downtown Dogs (and Cats),” to increase adoptions at its animal shelter in Wantagh. more
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The Mid-Tide Splash group spent a morning exploring the Theodore Roosevelt Nature Center at Jones Beach on Aug. 10.
A hidden gem at Jones Beach
The Theodore Roosevelt Nature Center at Jones Beach State Park serves as an educational environment for Long Island residents and a wildlife conservation area for animals. more
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A safer place to own pets
The Nassau County Legislature approved legislation last week to prevent residents found guilty of animal cruelty from becoming repeat pet owners. more
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This month, thank a volunteer — and become one
No community would be what it is without volunteers. April is National Volunteer Month . . . more
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