Walls raised for Habitat for Humanity home in Wyandanch
The new affordable home being constructed at 30 Jackson St. will be the new home of Glenda and her family.
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Good News
Volunteer first responders can now get up to $50K in housing grants
The Employer Assisted Housing Program grant, which can provide a maximum of up to $26,000 in down payment assistance for the purchase of a home plus $24,000 to improve the property.
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Suffolk County Farm debuts new walkway and visitor center
The walkway, funded by National Grid, has multiple life-size elements designed for visitor engagement, featuring a series of stations that highlight CCE Suffolk’s wide range of program areas.
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DogFest in Massapequa to benefit Canine Companions
Hosted by the Town of Oyster Bay and Canine Companions, DogFest will run from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Saturday, Sept. 23 at Marjorie Post Park.
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Two Long Island students win Dunkin’ scholarships
Sophia Augier, who just graduated from Smithtown High School East, and Vivian Guo, a Dunkin’ crew member who graduated from Mepham High School, each received a $5,000 academic scholarship.
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Women’s Fishing Expo at Connetquot River State Park
The expo will provide hands-on instruction and experiential learning in a fun and supportive environment.
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Bus safety program delivers $150K for Little Leagues
The sponsorships will support Suffolk County’s efforts to raise awareness about school bus safety through physical banners and social media activity.
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New tick disease center opening in Southampton
The center, the first and only dedicated tick clinic in the Northeast, opens Monday, August 14.
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Night in White raises $200K for The Nicholas Center
The event honored Daniel Ryan and Unsung Siblings Foundation and celebrated the past year of vocational training, community partnerships and employment for autistic adults.
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Tuition-free medical school gets $200M gift
Kenneth and Elaine Langone have given $200 million to the NYU Long Island School of Medicine to ensure that its students will continue to receive a tuition-free education.
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