Saturday, October 3, 2026
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On Dec. 11, families and friends join Santa at Salvatore’s in Elmont to celebrate the holiday season.
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By Hailey Fulmer
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1/9/26
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Last month, Sen. Patricia Canzoneri-Fitzpatrick generously donated Narcan kits to the Franklin Square Library, marking a significant milestone for public safety. In District 9, which also includes Malverne and Valley Stream, libraries may soon see Narcan kits.
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By Hailey Fulmer
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1/9/26
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In 2009, Mimi Pierre-Johnson founded the Elmont Culture Center. A non-profit organization that serves the community by prioritizing education and culture, building a safe space, and fighting against any injustices brought to community members.
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By Hailey Fulmer
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1/9/26
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New York state’s minimum wage increased on Jan. 1, marking the third straight year of increases. In New York City, Westchester and Long Island, the wage increased to $17 per hour, and in the rest of the state to $16 per hour.
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By Jordan Vallone
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1/9/26
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Selene Ferdinand, an eighth-grader at Elmont Memorial High School, founded her own foundation, Meera Empowerment, at the age of 8. Her foundation, which is named after her middle name, Meera, aims to inspire young individuals and empower them to give back to their community.
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By Hailey Fulmer
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1/2/26
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Robert Destefano brings the holiday festivity right to his front door for all to see. On Sunday, Dec. 7 and Saturday, Dec. 20, Destefano hosted his 9th annual Franklin Square Christmas Display.
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By Hailey Fulmer
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1/2/26
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Polk Street School’s band and chorus students delighted audiences with festive holiday music during three Winter Concert performances held on Dec. 12 and 15.
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By Hailey Fulmer
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1/2/26
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The Sewanhaka Central High School District Superintendent’s Student Advisory Council convened on Dec. 3 at the Elmont Public Library for its first districtwide meeting of the school year. The council is comprised of 70 students representing all five school buildings, each selected through principal recommendations. Together, these student leaders provide feedback, offer advice and share their hopes for the district’s future.
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By Hailey Fulmer
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1/2/26
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Just ahead of the upcoming legislative session, State Sens. Steve Rhoads, Patricia Canzoneri-Fitzpatrick, Anthony Palumbo, Jack Martins, Mario Mattera, Dean Murray and Alexis Weik hosted a roundtable discussion focused on addressing New York’s growing cost-of-living crisis.
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By Jordan Vallone
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1/2/26
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Jennifer Camacho wears many hats. A mom, social worker, and co-founder of a Franklin Square-based nonprofit, Howie’s Heart, she has spent nearly the last two years juggling it all, while giving back to others and keeping her dad’s memory alive.
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By Jordan Vallone
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12/26/25
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