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Seaford board makes motion to further show gratitude to veterans

It was all about the veterans as Seaford School District Board of Education held their meeting the evening after Veteran’s Day to formally show their gratitude and thank the school and community for the way they celebrated those who have given their all and continue to serve for the freedoms we all enjoy in this country.

Seaford, NY · 8h
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Entry List, Schedule, How To Watch & More For The 2026 Islip 300 At Riverhead Raceway

Riverhead Raceway is set to pay tribute to a fallen Long Island icon for the tenth time on Saturday with the running of the Islip 300 for the Tour-type Modifieds. The quarter-mile short track will see 29 Modifieds in action headlined by four previous winners. Watch Live 2026 10th Annual Islip 300 at Riverhead Raceway But before we get to race day, we wanted to make sure you race fans had access to all of the important information, from the schedule of events to how to watch, who is racing, and more. What Is The Islip 300? The Islip 300 is a 300-lap race for the Tour-type Modifieds, which is the headlining division at Riverhead Raceway. The race pays tribute to the now-demolished Islip Speedway, which was a ⅕-mile bullring that existed a little more than 30 miles west of Riverhead Raceway. The event began in 2017, and now is in its 10th year. Since 2017, the Islip 300 has produced big-name winners like Ryan Preece and Matt Hirschman, and surprise winners like Dillon Steuer, Chase Grennan, and Joey Braun. Where Is The Islip 300 Held? The Islip 300 takes place at Riverhead Raceway, which is a quarter-mile bullring in

Riverhead, NY · 2d

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East Meadow siblings leave their mark on the national fencing scene

For East Meadow siblings Amelie and Aaron Cao, fencing has become more than an extracurricular activity. In just a few years, the two have developed into nationally recognized competitors, earning bronze medals at major competitions and establishing themselves among the country's top fencers in their respective age groups. Amelie, 15,...

East Meadow, NY · 11h
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Planning begins for second annual Sea Cliff film festival

Sea Cliff Arts Council board members and local filmmakers have begun planning for the 2027 Sea Cliff Film Festival. Organizers met with major stakeholders, like volunteers, sponsors, filmmakers and venue hosts to share their vision for the second annual festival. The festival is set for June 12 and 13, with...

Sea Cliff, NY · 13h
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Carol Schmitt is more than just the ‘PEZ Lady’ to Bellmore

Some Bellmore residents may recall Carol Schmitt as the mother who helped improve their neighborhood playground, while others know her from school events or religious education classes at St. Barnabas Church. But to generations of children who have visited her home on Halloween, she’s simply the “PEZ Lady.”

Bellmore, NY · 15h

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This Long Island Waterfront Village Finally Got A Bookstore Cafe, And It Looks Like A Fantasy Library

For years, the harbor village of Northport on Long Island had almost everything a small town could want, except a real place to buy a new book. Locals had to drive elsewhere for their next paperback, and the gap on Main Street was hard to ignore. Then a former art...

Northport, NY · 2d

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The Vanderbilt's First Outdoor Sculpture Show Closes Sunday, the Night a String Quartet Plays Under Its Dome

Since Earth Day 2023, a herd of steel animals has been living on the grounds of the Vanderbilt estate in Centerport: large forms set along the lawns and gardens, smaller ones hanging from the trees over the hiking trail. They leave this weekend. Wendy Klemperer: Wrought Taxonomies, the first outdoor sculpture exhibition the Suffolk County Vanderbilt Museum has ever staged, closes on Sunday, November 15.

Centerport, NY · 1d

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Somewhere I Read nonprofit collecting messages of gratitude for veterans

A nonprofit organization co-founded by two North Shore residents and a former U.S. ambassador is asking Americans to show their appreciation for the country’s veterans with a simple gesture: a message of gratitude. Somewhere I Read, a nonpartisan initiative focused on strengthening civic engagement and giving people a greater...

Bayville, NY · 12h

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Chick-fil-A sets opening date for new Lake Ronkonkoma location

Greater Ronkonkoma coverage is funded in part by The Core at Station Yards, now leasing brand-new apartment homes in the heart of Ronkonkoma. Chick-fil-A has set an opening date for its new Lake Ronkonkoma restaurant. The drive-thru and dining room will open at 6:30 a.m. Thursday, Nov. 19, the company announced.

Lake Ronkonkoma, NY · 1d

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L.I. horse farm offers vets a place to heal from military trauma

A veteran on Long Island has found a unique way to heal himself from the traumas of military service while also helping others.

Islandia, NY · 1d

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NYSC Reopens Huntington Club With Hyrox, Strength Training at the Forefront

The Northeast gym chain is returning to its longtime Huntington location with a revamped facility emphasizing strength, functional fitness and recovery

Huntington, NY · 2d

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Legislators Drucker & Russell Invite Property Owners to Register for Tax Exemptions at Homeowner Exemption Liaison Program (HELP) Event Nov. 12

Nassau County Legislature Deputy Minority Leader Arnold W. Drucker (D – Plainview) and Legislator Viviana L. Russell (D - Westbury) are partnering with the Nassau County Department of Assessment to bring the Homeowner Exemption Liaison Program (HELP) to the Hicksville Public Library on Thursday, Nov. 12. During HELP events,...

Nassau County, NY · 1d

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Cross Country Set to Compete in 2026 NCAA Northeast Regional

The Canisius men's and women's cross country teams continue the postseason at the 2026 NCAA Northeast Regionals at Bethpage State Park in Bethpage, N.Y. The women's 6k is set for 11:00 a.m. with the men's 10k to follow at noon. Junior Nathaniel Fisher is the top returning men's finisher from...

Buffalo, NY · 1d

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Rockville Centre school hosts Halloween Boo Bash

Riverside Elementary School students got into the Halloween spirit with an evening of costumes, music and festive fun at the school's annual dance party. The Riverside Halloween Boo Bash, held Oct. 30, brought together students and members of the school community for a night of celebration. Children arrived dressed in an assortment of creative and colorful Halloween costumes, adding to the festive atmosphere as they gathered to enjoy music, dancing and time with friends.

Rockville Centre, NY · 14h

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Statement From Assemblyman Ari Brown Regarding Antisemitic Incident at Gural JCC

I want to inform our community of a disturbing antisemitic incident that occurred at the Marion & Aaron Gural JCC’s Harrison-Kerr Family Campus in Lawrence. After speaking directly with a Nassau County Police inspector and representatives of the Gural JCC, I learned that an employee of a party rental company was on the premises making a delivery when he allegedly used his finger to draw a swastika on a door, apparently thinking nobody was watching.

Lawrence, NY · 2d

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Brookhaven Supervisor Panico and Town Officials Honor Local Veterans at Annual Veterans Day Luncheon

Brookhaven Town Supervisor Daniel J. Panico joined members of the Town Board, fellow elected officials and local veterans for the Town of Brookhaven's annual Veterans Day Luncheon at Windows on the Lake in Ronkonkoma. The event brought veterans together for an afternoon of appreciation and recognition of their service, sacrifice and continued contributions to the community.

Brookhaven, NY · 1d

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Food Bazaar takes over Western Beef in West Hempstead, drawing mixed reactions

News of Food Bazaar’s acquisition of Western Beef has sparked mixed reactions and curiosity among West Hempstead residents, with shoppers discussing what the changes may mean for their community. Western Beef is a low-budget supermarket chain in the metropolitan area. As of June 2018, the chain owned and operated...

West Hempstead, NY · 15h

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150 years of Jewish history preserved at Breslau Cemetery

A small burial ground established by some of Long Island's earliest Jewish residents was recognized for its 150-year history on Oct. 18, when the Jewish Historical Society of Long Island and Bellmore’s Congregation Beth Ohr unveiled a historical marker at Breslau Cemetery in Lindenhurst. About 30 people attended the...

Lindenhurst, NY · 15h