Making moves that gain momentum is not just a pastime for Vincent Toma — it is a mission. As president of the Franklin Square Norwood Park Civic Association for the last four years, Toma is willing to move mountains to help improve the lives of those in his community, which earned him a special award from the Town of Hempstead this month.
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Clarissa Hamlin
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11/24/10
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As president of the Valley Stream Historical Society, Gaetano Ferrara loves studying the past. Better known in the community as Guy, the historical society is just one of Ferrara’s many volunteer activities that earned him a Make a Difference Award from the Town of Hempstead last week.
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Andrew Hackmack
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11/17/10
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North Shore Animal League America held its annual DogCatemy Celebrity Gala on Thurs., Nov. 4 at the Cipriani Wall Street in New York City.
This year, the Animal League welcomed comedian, actress, singer, and author Sandra Bernhard as their Mistress of Ceremonies.
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Mary Malloy
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11/6/10
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More than 130 people turned out for the Valley Stream Chamber of Commerce’s awards gala last week to honor the South Nassau Communities Hospital Cancer Center and chamber board member Barbara DeGrace.
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Andrew Hackmack
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10/6/10
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Winning isn’t everything in the Valley Stream Baseball League, but it’s pretty important. By focusing on winning games, league President Bob Inzerillo says children learn how to play the game the right way.
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Andrew Hackmack
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9/29/10
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Sheryl Kaller may be walking the red carpet at the Tony Awards on June 13 to celebrate her Best Director nomination for “Next Fall,” but she has never forgotten her Valley Stream roots and the strong morals her parents instilled in her.
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Iris Wiener
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6/9/10
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Reminiscent of ancient Rome, this exquisite multi-level salon and day spa provides myriad luxurious services, amenities and products.
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Teri-Ann Loeser
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5/20/10
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Judge Marano earns prestigious award
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Hon. Anthony Marano, administrative judge of Nassau County, has been chosen by the Criminal Courts Bar Association of Nassau County to receive the 2010 Norman F. Lent Memorial Award.
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2/17/10
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In one early visit to the U.S., Albert Einstein, perhaps the greatest scientist in history, was subjected to a very public pop quiz devised by none other than American inventor Thomas Edison, according to author Walter Isaacson in “Einstein: His Life and Universe.”
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1/29/10
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District 24 Superintendent Dr. Edward Fale likes to look at his job beyond Valley Stream. Through his work with the New York State Council of School Superintendents, Fale has helped put together a comprehensive report about his profession.
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Andrew Hackmack
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1/27/10
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