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The Merricks marked Veterans Day on Friday with a solemn ceremony at Veterans Memorial Park in North Merrick, with Boy Scouts and members of Merrick American Legion Post. No. 1282 attending to pay homage to the men and women of America's armed forces.
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By Scott Brinton, sbrinton@liherald.com
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11/11/11
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Disney On Ice's latest spectacle is in full swing at Nassau Coliseum. Other weekend highlights include a journey back to the 1800s at historic Rock Hall's "An American Celebration" in Lawrence, while Muttontown Preserve offers nature lovers a fall hike through its many leafy trails.
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11/9/11
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The Rev. Zachary Callahan presided over the 11:15 a.m. Mass on Nov. 6 at Cure of Ars Roman Catholic Church in Merrick, which honored members of Merrick American Legion Merrick Post 1282 and American Legion Auxiliary Unit 1282. Veterans Day is Friday, Nov. 11.
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11/7/11
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Two Calhoun High School seniors –– Asia Brown and Tiffany Minors –– have been named Outstanding Participants in the 2012 National Achievement Scholarship Program. The distinction is awarded annually to the top 3 percent of more than 160,000 African-American students based on their scores on the Preliminary Scholastic Aptitude Test, taken in 10th grade. The students are referred to more than 1,500 colleges as recipients of this award.
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11/4/11
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Exhibits and more...Burton Silverman: The Humanist SpiritAn exhibit showcasing the works of contemporary artist Burton Silverman, who demonstrates the continuing power of the realist tradition in the …
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10/19/11
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Upon becoming a member of the Merrick American Legion Post 1282, one forms a bond with other members that does not break, legionnaires say. The group holds regular monthly meetings, with games, good food and discussions on how to better the community.
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By David Weingrad
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9/22/11
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The Long Island Book Festival International, a first-of-its-kind event that was established by the Haitian American Foundation for Educational and Cultural Exchange, in collaboration with public and private institutions, will take place at Eisenhower Park in East Meadow Sept. 30 to Oct. 2.
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By Jackie Nash
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9/20/11
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The Merrick American Legion’s ceremony to remember the Sept. 11, 2001, terrorist attacks started solemnly on Sunday with an invocation by Rabbi Paul Kirchner, but surprisingly it ended on an upbeat note when Sacred Heart School sixth-grader Alyssa Pallotta, dressed in a pink dress, took to the podium and sang “God Bless America.” Many in the crowd of 200 spontaneously joined hands and joined in singing this most American of songs.
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By Scott Brinton
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9/11/11
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On most any summer weekend, it’s easy to find sunbathers soaking up rays at Long Island’s many beaches, but whether they have taken the necessary steps to protect their skin isn’t as evident. Some 100 million Americans suffer from skin cancers and diseases, according to the American Skin Association. That’s why Bellmorite Edward Diller, a longtime supporter of the nonprofit organization, has launched the Pan Long Island Challenge to raise awareness about skin disorders as well as money for research.
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By Deirdre Krasula
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8/3/11
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For more than a year, Bellmore-Merrick residents, frustrated by their water service from Aqua New York, have sought a new service provider. They’re about to get their wish, just not in a way many saw coming.
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By Deirdre Krasula
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7/12/11
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