'Back to himself': LI boy, 8, rescued from icy pond recounts harrowing Christmas Day

A day after his rescue, Tayvion took stock of what happened. "I learned never to go into that pond ever again," he said.

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Upcoming Events

Brookhaven AARP Volunteer Team Meeting

Dec31

Meet new people, impact your community, learn about local issues, get information about AARP programs and discounts in addition to volunteer opportunities. Held the first Thursday of each month from 12:30 to 2:30 p.m.

Where

Rose Caracappa Senior Center

739 Rte 25A

Mt. Sinai, NY

Phone

631-476-6431

Price

free

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