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Published September 22Noor Maher becomes first Eagle Scout from Islamic center troop on Long Island
What began with a handful of boys and a group of adults learning Scouting together has grown into a program that has now produced its first Eagle Scout. Noor Mohammad Maher, 18, recently became the first Eagle Scout from a Scouts BSA troop chartered to an Islamic center on Long…
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Published September 21Suffolk County Girl Scout of the Month represents Long Island in Washington D.C.
September’s Suffolk County Girl Scout of the Month is Lily Myers, of Eastport, who is going into 10th grade. She was one of the local delegates at the recent Girl Scouts National Convention in Washington, D.C. and shares what she learned from that transformative experience. What…
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Published September 21Propel NY Energy receives key state approval
The Propel NY Energy transmission project has cleared a major regulatory hurdle, with the New York State Public Service Commission granting approval Thursday, Sept. 17, for the construction, operation and maintenance of the proposed transmission system. The approval of the…
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Published September 21Deepavali Festival returns to Long Island with music, culture and fireworks
A full day of Indian music, dance, food and cultural activities will culminate in a fireworks show Oct. 3 as the Deepavali Festival returns to Long Island. The 39th annual celebration, organized by the Association of Indians in America-New York, will be held at Overlook Beach.…
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Published September 20Geraldo Rivera: Protecting the Potomac
It seems too petty to be believed. In a fit of self-indulgent narcissism, the president of the United States is attempting to strongarm a cultural institution and force what is left of its board of lackeys to rename the landmark in his honor. We have watched him sling edicts…
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Published September 20Bill O’Reilly: The banning season
President Donald Trump has deep-sixed CNN, MS and Politico from covering him on federal property. Those agencies join the Associated Press which was banished last year. That case is still being litigated in a First Amendment situation. The U.S. Constitution clearly states that a…
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Published September 19Going Places: Tips to Catch the Best of New England’s Fall Foliage, Festivals
By Karen Rubin, Travel Features Syndicate, goingplacesfarandnear.com New England is famous for fall foliage and festivals. To catch the peak of color and festivities, the trick is to zero in where and when. Peak foliage typically begins in northern Maine and the White Mountains…
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Published September 19Side Street Dive brings Broadway-level entertainment to Patchogue
The hottest ticket in town is in Patchogue. Since the beginning of the summer, Side Street Dive restaurant has invited patrons to be a part of their world, where all the restaurant is a stage. Much like the dinner theater deal you get at Ellen’s Stardust Diner in Manhattan, every…
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Published September 18These pets are ready to be taken home
This weekend’s forecast: a 100% chance of raining cute cats and adorable dogs. So don’t wait, head out and meet your new best friend today! Available for adoption at the Smithtown Animal Shelter *Special Senior Alert* Meet Smithtown’s Pet of the Week, Sandy! If you think the…
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Published September 18Oyster Bay High School students remember alum killed during 9/11
On the 25th anniversary of the Sept. 11, 2001 attacks, Oyster Bay High School is remembering Brooke Jackman, a member of the Class of 1996 whose life and legacy remain closely connected to Oyster Bay. Jackman grew up in Oyster Bay and graduated from Oyster Bay High School before…
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Published September 17Seven Long Island fire departments receive over $1M in state grants
Seven Long Island fire departments received over $1 million in state funding to improve facilities, response capabilities and emergency preparedness, Gov. Kathy Hochul announced on Wednesday, Sept. 16. The seven Long Island departments are among 65 departments across New York…
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Published September 17Dolph Lundgren brings his personal fight to Long Island
There’s an old saying that goes that it’s not the size of the dog in a fight, but the size of the fight in the dog. For actor/producer/director Dolph Lundgren, both the dog and the fight are pretty large given the fact that the Swedish native has spent the past decade fighting…