Nonprofit delivered holiday gifts to families in need
This past season, 109 families in Options’ programs received holiday assistance.
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Author: The Long Island Times
Hoyt Farm offers classes in making maple syrup
The educational sessions are aimed at children, families and nature enthusiasts and teach the ancient process that was passed down by Native Americans to early colonists.
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New York Riptide youth lacrosse clinic at Nassau Coliseum
The clinic, for boys and girls ages 6 through 13, will be held on Saturday, Jan. 28.
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Kayaker rescued off Mastic Beach
Suffolk County Police rescued the man who was hunting aboard a kayak when the boat capsized and he fell into the water.
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Heckscher Museum hosting Lunar New Year celebration
The free event is scheduled for 1 p.m. to 5 p.m. on Saturday, Jan. 21.
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Long Island Nets to honor Dr. King
The team will honor the life and legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. during their game against the Grand Rapids Gold on Monday, Jan. 16 at the Nassau Coliseum.
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Beyond Van Gogh opening in Westbury
Described as a sensory extravaganza, “Beyond Van Gogh: The Immersive Experience” at the Samanea New York mall runs from Friday, Feb. 3 through Sunday, April 2.
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New kids theater program starts them young
“Drama with Mamas” is aimed at introducing kids to the art of theater with music, movement and imagination, while promoting parent-and-child bonding.
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Fire departments get $1.133M for life-saving equipment
The money comes from the Assistance to Firefighters Grants Program funding administered by the Department of Homeland Security.
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Federal bill advances preservation of Plum Island
The 121 organizational members in the Preserve Plum Island Coalition have been working for more than a decade to ensure its permanent conservation.
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Winter Sing-Sign-Along takes off at MacArthur Airport
The event, attended by town and airport officials, was aimed at spreading holiday cheer with music and American Sign Language to connect people with differing abilities.
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Long Island law firm gives back for the holidays
The firm’s season of giving included a donation of more than 8,500 pounds of food to Long Island Cares.
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All Star Comedy returning to Bay Street Theater
On Saturday, Feb. 4, the show will feature comedians Mike Cicoli, Ben Demarco and Nick Witmer.
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New opioid treatment center opens at Outreach
The Brentwood facility will operate six days a week, providing addiction treatment and resources.
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Cassata Foundation donates toys to kids at Shop with a Cop
Rosario Cassata and the Cassata Foundation donated more than $5,000 to provide 45 local children toys and gifts for the holiday.
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The House Beer Built campaign to support affordable homes
The goal of “The House Beer Built” fundraising campaign is to sell up to 1,000 Craft Brew & Spirits Tour Cards at $50 each.
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Realtors join in the fight against hunger
The Long Island Board of Realtors contributed $5,000 to support community hunger relief programs in Queens, Nassau, and Suffolk counties.
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Credit union food drive fills Elmont food pantry
The donations that were collected at the credit union’s branches went to the pantry at St. Vincent de Paul Parish.
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Habitat dedicates new East Hampton home for veteran and son
The East Hampton home is the culmination of Habitat of Long Island’s 2022 Veteran Blitz Build.
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Applications begin for new affordable apartments
The complex will be a mix of one- and two-bedroom apartments available for people earning between 30 percent and 95 percent of the area median income.
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PALS SkyHope lands $120K grant
The money will provide 323 free medical, compassionate, and humanitarian flights for critically ill and underserved New Yorkers in need of care.
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