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On Jan. 27, a New York City police lieutenant and an officer were trying to disperse a disorderly crowd outside a migrant shelter in Midtown Manhattan when they were viciously attacked by several people. After the melee, seven suspected assailants were arrested. Three were charged with felony assault and robbery. Of the seven, only one, who had a previous record of disorderly conduct, was held in lieu of $15,000 bail. All of the others were set free.
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By Howard Kopel
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2/23/24
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The practitioners who deliver physical, speech and occupational therapy services to babies and toddlers under age 3 with disabilities and developmental delays have not gotten a raise from Nassau County in nearly three decades. As homelessness continues to grow, Nassau has slashed its funding for the Department of Social Services, and its Homeless Intervention Team has been disbanded. Yet before dealing with these issues, the county sank $10 million of federal pandemic recovery aid into its 125th-anniversary plans.
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By Siela Bynoe
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2/23/24
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The Long Beach Humane Society, which has been in operation since 1976, is at risk of closing amid a financial crisis worsened by the coronavirus pandemic.
“It takes a lot of money to run a …
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By Angelina Zingariello
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2/19/24
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Long Island lost an American icon with the passing of Baldwin resident Bob Beckwith last week. The image of Beckwith standing with President George W. Bush amid the ruins of the World Trade Center days after the Sept. 11 attacks will forever personify America’s unyielding courage and quiet determination in the face of horrific tragedy and massive challenge.
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By Peter King
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2/16/24
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With a $3.26 billion investment, New York Transco and the New York Power Authority unveiled details of its Propel NY Energy project, aimed to fortify Long Island’s power grid by potentially …
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By Kepherd Daniel
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2/16/24
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In the tradition of the Oceanside Kiwanis, the group annual’s pancake breakfast, took on the aura of the Kansas City Chiefs Super Bowl victory. Local politicians stopped by at St. Anthony’s R.C. …
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By Kepherd Daniel
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2/16/24
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Kravit Jewlers in Oceanside welcomed Valentines Day early with a special “Galentines Day” celebration on Feb. 8. The evening included a serving of food and music by Food Network star “DJ …
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By Kepherd Daniel
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2/16/24
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Franky Simmons, principal of OHS Castleton, has been awarded the 2024 Dr. Mary Barter Scholarship from the New York State Council of School Superintendents. The scholarship of $2,000 is given …
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By Kepherd Daniel
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2/16/24
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The dedication and selflessness of emergency medicine physicians often can go unnoticed, but the New York American College of Emergency Physicians is shining a spotlight on those unsung heroes at …
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By Kepherd Daniel
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2/16/24
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“When the terrorists attacked, Bob suited up. And, like so many brave first responders, raced toward the danger to save and search for others.”
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2/16/24
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