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The 39th annual ‘Stand Down’ initiative, held at the Freeport Armory just before Thanksgiving, addressed the unmet needs of veterans within the community.
Veterans receive vital support in Freeport
Soldiers often fight not out of hatred for what’s in front of them, but because of the love for what they left behind. Upon their return from warzones, veterans may find that their needs for … more
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Assemblyman Brian Curran, in partnership with Green Acres Mall, Freeport Housing Authority, and Mayor Robert Kennedy, delivered turkeys to Freeport residents on Nov. 22, aiming to provide a heartwarming Thanksgiving meal amid economic challenges.
Local leaders unite to bring holiday cheer
Assemblyman Brian Curran in coordination with the Green Acres Mall, the Freeport Housing Authority and Mayor Robert Kennedy, helped deliver turkeys to residents of Freeport on Nov. 22. The … more
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United Way of Long Island Community Impact Director Biena Depenaaccepted a donation from Archer Street School Principal Paula Lein joined by Board of Education President Maria Jordan-Awalom, Board trustee Sonia A. Dixon, Assistant Superintendent for Educational and Administrative Services Dr. Helen Kanellooulos, Assistant Superintendent for Curriculum and Instruction Glori Engel and staff.
Archer Street School’s Thanksgiving Turkey Trot
Archer Street School’s annual Thanksgiving Turkey Trot commenced with the resonant combination of turkeys gobbling and festive melodies, setting the stage for a philanthropic gathering led by … more
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State Sen. Steve Rhoads honors Philip and Carolyn Jimenez for spreading happiness and building communities as members of the Jones Beach Club.
Building friendships through the Jones Beach Club
For some, it’s just a place to relax for the day, but for thousands of Long Islanders, Jones Beach State Park holds a special place in their hearts. The Jones Beach Club, a Facebook group that … more
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Among the honorees, Cathy Vodopivec of Freeport stood out for her extensive volunteerism, particularly in scouting, where she has dedicated over 11 years to various committees and programs.
Cathy Vodopivec honored for community services
After decades of giving, these eight upstanding citizens were recognized for their diverse acts of community service. On Nov. 5, Assemblyman Brian Curran honored these women who have dedicated … more
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Banning books is not what America is about
Perhaps we Americans are overly confident in the belief that our constitutional rights, including the First Amendment right to free speech, are inviolate. more
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A rabbi’s musings on where antisemitism comes from
What does it mean to be antisemitic? Can Jews do better in fighting against it? This is a complex issue, and a difficult one. It requires looking outside and inside our community. more
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Jerry Kremer
The boys and girls are back from recess
The older you get, the more you think about the times when things were simple and pleasurable. That especially applies to my years in school, when my only cares were . . . more
How to learn not to take life for granted
Realizing that I’ve been taking something for granted is never an abstraction. It generally happens by whack and wallop. more
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Staying safe: The county’s 13-second challenge
How long is 13 seconds? If you ask Google, it’s long enough to run 100 meters. Send a text message. Make a paper airplane. In Nassau County, however, it’s also the amount of time — on average — between car crashes. more
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