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Pinelawn Memorial Park and Arboretum's new Veterans Legacy Project honors veterans buried at the cemetery in appreciation of their bravery and service.
3m read3m readThe man was crossing Route 110 when he was hit, police said.
The crashes occurred within about 15 minutes of one another, in Hauppauge and West Islip, police said. One of the victims was the mother of five children.
3m read3m readScenes from the Nassau Division II tennis team final between Wheatley and Friends Academy on Monday at Eisenhower Park.
Lindenhurst product signed his rookie contract flanked by his parents and brothers.
1m read1m readUpcoming Events
Gil McLean in Concert
Guitarist/vocalist Gil McLean will perform Irish songs ranging from the 1800s to more modern times and tell you the stories behind them, limited seating, all attendees must wear masks, register starting Feb. 20
Where
Babylon Library
24 South Carll Avenue
Babylon, NY
11702
Phone: 631-669-1624
Price
Free
Website
babylonlibrary.orgGentle Yoga
Standing, prone and seated yoga postures, with a focus on body awareness, strengthening, stretching and the breath, bring a mat and a large towel or blanket, chairs will be available to help students get up and down to the floor, held for 6 weeks on Mondays, all attendees must wear masks, register starting Match 1 (March 5 for non-cardholders)
Where
Babylon Library
24 South Carll Avenue
Babylon, NY
11702
Phone: 631-669-1624
Price
$30
Website
babylonlibrary.orgSocial Work Intern Assistance
One-on-one assistance for completing social work forms and applications, referrals to mental health resources and other topics
Where
North Babylon Public Library
815 Deer Park Ave.
North Babylon, NY
11703-3812
Phone: 631-669-4020
Price
Free
Website
northbabylonpl.orgServices include gender neutral haircuts, styling, color and balayage.
1m read1m readMike Cavanaugh takes his kayak out into the waters near his East Rockaway and Gilgo Beach homes in search of the bottles. He then researches the history of the bottles to compile stories for a website he created.
3m read3m readChristian Long Islanders are as divided on the hot-button abortion issue as most of the country. Between the extremes — no abortion at all or abortion with no restrictions — there is nuance among Christians on the island.
5m read5m readThe pedestrian, who was crossing Lake Drive, was struck by an unlicensed driver, police said.
'The William Floyd Youth & Government program continues to be the gold standard.'
3m read3m readPolice said the motorcyclist was charged with reckless endangerment after investigators reviewed surveillance footage of the collision provided by the child's mother.
The ambulance company is buying property on Straight Path near Mount Avenue from Babylon Town to build the substation.
2m read2m readDock-diving, a dog performance sport making waves in pet-centric circles across the nation, will be making a splash at the festival.
3m read3m readBreaks a tie at 13 with 30 seconds left in thrilling finish of Suffolk Class D semi.
1m read1m readA public hearing will be held Wednesday on a proposed tax break for an East Farmingdale apartment complex that would save the developer more than $4 million in property taxes.
1m read1m readAn 18-member Local Planning Committee of leaders and residents must vote on which projects to pursue by July 7, said Mayor Dennis Siry. All projects must begin within two years.
2m read2m readThey've got all you need to go fishing — bait, tackle — and they'll clean your catch, too.
3m read3m readScenes from a Suffolk girls lacrosse game between Babylon and host Center Moriches on Wednesday.
She scores six goals and Isabella Burke had five as Red Devils prepare to defend their Suffolk Class D lacrosse title.
1m read1m readThe changes take effect May 23. Others are happening this weekend.
1m read1m readTop 20 finalist Bella DeNapoli has dropped her debut album, "Three Letters."
MTA officials said they are taking new measures to address a recent rise in crime on the rails.
4m read4m readThe pilot program was announced after school officials received complaints last year about sexual harassment and assault by former and current staff members.
2m read2m readProceeds from the 2021 Suffolk marathon will support local veterans organizations, Suffolk County Executive Steve Bellone said.
1m read1m readNassau-based Long Island Mutual Assistance Group and Suffolk-based Long Island Loud Majority were among "extreme antigovernment groups" active in 2021, according to an annual report by the nonprofit.
5m read5m readA Hauppauge law firm is doing work for the district related to probes over sexual misconduct allegations leveled by former students.
1m read1m readSaturday was International Marconi Day, when ham radio operators worldwide honor Guglielmo Marconi, who 120 years ago did some of his early wireless work in Babylon.
2m read2m readFrom amenities to park tips, everything you need to know for an afternoon of outdoor fun with your pup.
Long read7m read"The public help in identifying potential suspects or additional leads is critical," Suffolk Police Commissioner Rodney Harrison said Tuesday at a news conference in Oak Beach.
3m read3m readEdward Marcuteanu, 43, of Lindenhurst was riding the electric scooter in West Babylon when he was struck by a Honda Accord, police said.
Prosecutors said one was driving a Jeep Cherokee and the other a Range Rover and both were speeding before the July crash that killed a Holbrook man, 75.
2m read2m readBabylon and Amityville villages are each holding public hearings Monday night on proposed budgets that would raise taxes, but the amounts vary greatly.
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Long read9m readJones Beach, Long Beach, Robert Moses and more Long Island beaches to explore this summer.
Long read19m readCan you tell me how to get -- how to get to Sesame Street (in Kings Park)? Ever take a walk down Wolf Hill Road in Huntington? Or take a turn down the winding Whiskey Road in Ridge?
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