LI Catholic schools teacher dies at 72

Catholicism was the cornerstone of her life, her family said. Patricia Doelger became a teacher at parochial schools in Commack, Lindenhurst and Deer Park.

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Multi-Chamber Luncheon

Jan20

Connection and conversation with the Greater Middle Country, Ronkonkoma, Holbrook and Farmingville Hills Chambers of Commerce, guest speaker Suffolk County Executive Ed Romaine will discuss key issues facing Suffolk County, recent progress, the nationwide celebration of the United States' 250th anniversary and more, fee includes lunch, cash bar will be available, register

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Windows on the Lake

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Lake Ronkonkoma, NY

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Socrates Cafe

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Exchange ideas and engage in the Socratic practice of questioning with local resident Charles Payret

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Sachem Public Library

150 Holbrook Rd.

Holbrook, NY

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Author Jeffrey DeRose will discuss the often overlooked role of combat engineer vehicles on the modern battlefield

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Holbrook, NY

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