Town of Brookhaven collects over 1,500 coats during Winter Coat Drive
The coats, along with gloves hats and scarves, were distributed to several churches, shelters, youth agencies, families and veterans in need.
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People’s Arc of Suffolk hosts social media creation day for ‘Shark Tank Showdown’ fundraiser
The event is scheduled for Tuesday, April 1 at the Long Island Aquarium in Riverhead.
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TFCU opens nominations for annual Teacher Appreciation contest
The contest recognizes educators nationwide who are making an outstanding academic contribution to their community.
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Record turnout at events promoting dental care for kids in underserved communities
The annual “Give Kids A Smile” events are free, offered in partnership with the New York State Dental Association.
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General Needs donates a record amount of boots to veterans in need
Since its inception, General Needs has provided 9,029 coats, 55,555 pairs of socks, 3,300 pillows and 10,224 boots to veterans in need.
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New room at Variety Child Learning Center dedicated in memory of Judge John G. Marks
The FUNctional Life Skills Room was made possible by a generous donation from the Marks family.
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‘Freezin’ for a Reason’ Polar Plunge to benefit Special Olympics New York
The plunge is set for Saturday, March 29 at TOBAY Beach.
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High school cosmetology program celebrates CTE month with makeovers and meaningful relationships
The Patchogue-Medford High School Career and Technical Education cosmetology program recently visited the Brookhaven Health Care Facility.
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Girl Scouts of Suffolk County to host “Wicked” weekend booth sales for cookie season
Cookie selling booths and tables will be decked out in pink and green.
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Town marks American Heart Health Month with donation to area hospitals
Donations went to South Shore University Hospital and Good Samaritan University Hospital.
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Optimum Business and the LIA Foundation announce relaunch of small business grants
Applicants can receive up to $30,000 for their business.
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The Nicholas Center project supports California fire relief efforts
The funds will be donated to a Southern California nonprofit which offers support and resources to special needs populations in underserved communities affected by the fires.
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PSEG Long Island provides nearly $18K to support businesses in Commack and Huntington Station
The Community Thrive program provides funding to business organizations to foster economic growth and vitality in downtown areas.
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Kerber’s Farm School expands with 20-year farmland lease
The agreement will allow the school to expand its farming education programming.
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Brookhaven Youth Bureau makes prom wishes come true with free gown program
The Prom Boutique runs from March to the end of the school year.
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Sweet Sundays: Learn how to make maple and walnut syrup at Hoyt Farm
The Maple Sugaring Program covers the history of maple sugaring.
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Girl Scouts of Nassau County to honor community champions at annual Legacy Award Brunch
The event celebrates individuals and organizations making a lasting impact on Girl Scouts and their communities.
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Long Island Nets host annual Education Day game
Students from 55 local schools across Nassau and Suffolk counties attended.
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Science fair sponsored by Port Washington lighting company enters 14th year
Participating students have gone on to pursue advanced studies at leading educational institutions.
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90,000 tons of sand pumped to restore shoreline at TOBAY Beach
Contractors have worked around the clock to pump sand back to the beach.
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Inaugural LIMEHOF Music Documentary Film Festival to launch this summer
The film festival runs from Friday, August 8 through Sunday, August 10.
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