Two employees honored by Jefferson’s Ferry
Director of Nursing Richelle Rugolo was named Manager of the Year and Certified Nursing Assistant Debbie Loggia was named Employee of the Year.
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Long Island Cares awarding $83K to local food pantries
The money will help continue the response to an increase in need for emergency food assistance brought about by the COVID-19 pandemic and continued job losses in the region.
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Virtual splashing for Long Beach Polar Bears
Because of the pandemic, the Long Beach Polar Bears are asking people to splash at home and share those videos on social media, using the #SplashFromHome hashtag.
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Nassau kicks off pop-up vaccination campaign
The Union Baptist Church in Hempstead became the first in a series of pop-up COVID-19 vaccination sites this week, as Nassau County seeks to ensure equitable distribution of the vaccine.
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Nourish NY programs to continue with $25M funding
The Nourish NY Initiative, aimed at ensuring that no New Yorker goes hungry, purchases goods from New York State farmers and producers, protecting the stability of the agricultural economy and provides New York residents with access to local foods.
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Whaling museum presents Shinnecock art exhibit
The exhibit combines historical pieces with contemporary artwork to explore Shinnecock perspectives on whales, as well as the history of Native involvement in the commercial whaling industry.
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Time for some paws in Baldwin
A new dog park in Baldwin was unveiled this week.
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Young artists called on to compete in World Wildlife Day contest
Twelve finalists will have their artwork featured on IFAW’s website and the grand prizewinner will be recognized as part of the official World Wildlife Day virtual event on March 3.
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State launches offshore wind training school
The initiative is part of the largest public investment in offshore wind workforce development by any state in the U.S., according to a joint statement from NYSERDA and SUNY.
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All Star Stand-Up Comedy returns to Bay Street
This year’s virtual event, which marks the 11th season of the Joseph Vecsey and All Star Stand-up Comedy show, is scheduled for 8 p.m. on Thursday, Jan. 28.
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Nassau County gives out 200 boxes of winter clothing
The annual winter clothing drive got a major donation from the Nassau County District Attorney’s Office in the form of jackets seized during the course of a crackdown on illegal counterfeit activities.
Read MoreMore financial help for small business and nonprofits
A new incarnation of the Paycheck Protection Program is available to small businesses and nonprofits.
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Northwell virtual gala raises $200K for epilepsy effort
The online event, emceed by WPIX-11 TV reporter Kirstin Cole, attracted more than 190 registered guests, who were also treated to a special musical performance by jazz pianist Pete Malinverni and his trio.
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Dickey’s adds menu items to celebrate its 80th year
The new sandwiches and dessert are available for dine-in or take-out at all three Long Island Dickey’s, located in Centereach, Freeport and Lawrence, through April 30.
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$95K for historic property in Roslyn Harbor
A $95,000 grant was awarded to the Friends of Cedarmere for maintaining an historic Roslyn Harbor estate.
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New $1.6B train hall to serve LIRR commuters
The $1.6 billion project transformed the more than 100-year-old James A. Farley Building on Eighth Avenue in Manhattan into the Moynihan Train Hall.
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Scholarships offered to high school seniors
Winners will be randomly chosen to receive a $2,000 prize that will be paid directly to the accredited educational institution of the winner’s choice, to be used for tuition and/or books for the fall 2021 semester.
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Deli owner honored for meal donations
Wendy Zuhoski, owner of Wendy’s Deli in Mattituck, was recognized by Stony Brook Eastern Long Island Hospital for donating meals to hospital workers.
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Butterfly Effect Project lands $100K grant
Founded in 2014, the Butterfly Effect Project helps broaden the horizons of school-aged girls by eliminating obstacles such as mobility, cultural differences and finances.
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Nassau to provide relief for struggling renters
The Rental Relief Program, to be administered by the Community Development Corporation of Long Island, will give up to three months of unpaid rent for the period beginning in April 2020.
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Cerebral Palsy Association gets $434K in CARES Act funding
The money is aimed to help alleviate the unexpected costs of required personal protective equipment for the organization’s staff and adult program participants.
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