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Local FD’s Shine at Huntington Holiday Parade

December 3, 2013 12:11 pm Comments Off

Area fire departments turned out in full force for the Fourth Annual Town of Huntington Holiday Parade held last Saturday evening in Huntington Village.

Looking Towards the Future – Career Day at Burr

December 3, 2013 10:52 am Comments Off

Students at Burr Intermediate School got a chance to meet with parents and community members who volunteered to tell them about their chosen professions.

Dodging for a Cause in Elwood

December 3, 2013 8:02 am Comments Off

Students of Elwood Middle School took part in the annual Dodge Cancer fundraiser, raising approximately $5,000 for families in the Elwood community that are impacted by the disease.

Designers, Garden Clubs Bring Holiday Magic to Historic Vanderbilt Mansion

December 3, 2013 7:53 am Comments Off

Every November, dozens of interior designers and garden-club members donate days of time and talent to decorate the Spanish-Revival waterfront mansion of William K. Vanderbilt II. With trees and wreaths, garlands and ornaments, presents and poinsettias, they bring an elegant holiday magic to the stately, 24-room house.

Harley Students Give Thanks

December 2, 2013 12:49 pm Comments Off

Kindergarten classes at Harley Avenue Primary School in the Elwood Union Free School District entertained their parents with a special Thanksgiving presentation

Dix Hills FD Holds Active Shooter Drill

December 2, 2013 11:27 am Comments Off

The Dix Hills Fire Department held an Active Shooter Drill at Five Towns College in Dix Hills on Sunday morning, December 1.

Letter To The Editor Supporting Ruland Road Project in Melville

November 30, 2013 8:25 am 2 Comments

I am writing on behalf of the Huntington Township Housing Coalition to express our strong support for approval of Ruland Knolls court settlement at the Huntington Town Board on December 10th, 2013.

Hanukkah Has Rare Holiday Companion

November 27, 2013 9:29 am Comments Off

An extremely rare convergence of the Hebrew and Gregorian calendars will result in the first full day of Hanukkah falling on Thanksgiving Day this year for the first time ever — and the last time for another 75,000 years, experts say. The event even has its own trademarked term, “Thanksgivukkah.”
The eight-day holiday of Hanukkah, or […]

8 Ways to Cook a Holiday Turkey

November 27, 2013 8:21 am Comments Off

Thought there was only one way to cook a turkey?
Since the oven often is needed for side dishes, the big bird may have to take an alternate route to the table, according to Dr. Pam Duitsman, nutrition and health education specialist with University of Missouri Extension.
“No matter what route you chose, always ensure whole turkeys […]

Students In Harborfields Celebrate the Season

November 27, 2013 5:37 am Comments Off

Students of Washington Drive Primary School in the Harborfields Central School District recently explored the holidays of the season.