Time for some paws in Baldwin
A new dog park in Baldwin was unveiled this week.
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Author: The Long Island Times
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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Flushing Bank gives light show tickets to youth services nonprofit
Colonial Youth & Family Services received free tickets to the Smith Point Light Show last week.
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Head of Harbor gets $50K for tree management
The urban forestry grants are given to address invasive species, climate change, environmental degradation, environmental justice, and urban sprawl.
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Take note: Jazz Loft has a holiday concert fundraiser
A star-studded “Who’s Who” of the performance world, the show incorporates a variety of musical styles, including jazz, bluegrass, opera and more.
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LI Music Hall of Fame to air New Year’s Eve TV special
Presented by Jovia Financial Credit Union, the 90-minute show will feature highlights from a dozen years of LIMHOF awards galas, with appearances by some of Long Island’s most notable music artists.
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Huntington League of Women Voters honors civic action
The organizations that received a plaque and/or certificate of appreciation included Connoisseur Radio, the Paramount Theater, Five Towns College, and the Cinema Arts Center.
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Northwell Health kicks off vaccinations of healthcare workers
Sandra Lindsay, an intensive care nurse at Long Island Jewish Medical Center, was the first to receive the Pfizer vaccine, in an event covered by media outlets worldwide.
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