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Fallout from Listeria Outbreak
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Fallout from Listeria Outbreak

Back in July there was an alert to all the delis in the New York area. There was a report of listeria, a deadly bacteria that contaminates food and can lead to death for those with a compromised immune system. Listeria, according to the Mayo Clinic, is most commonly contracted from […]

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Hillary Clinton Live at the New York Public Library

Credit: Keyshea Mackey Former US Secretary of State Hillary Clinton sat down with Jennifer Weiner, a renowned American writer, television producer, and journalist, at the New York Public Library on March 27. They discussed women’s role in society and Clinton’s latest book collaboration.  Clinton talked about the world’s expectations of […]

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An Inside Look at the Farmingdale High School Bus Crash

On September 21, 2023, a charter bus carrying students and adults from Farmingdale High School crashed on the way to a band camp in Pennsylvania, killing two teachers, leaving five students in critical condition, and injuring several dozen students, according to The Associated Press. Among the survivors was 14-year-old trombone player […]

Popular L.I. Concert Venue to Receive an Upgrade
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Popular L.I. Concert Venue to Receive an Upgrade

(Photo: Renovation plans for the Northwell Health at Jones Beach Theater) If you live in Nassau County and have attended a summer concert, you’ve likely been to the Northwell Health at Jones Beach Theater in Wantagh, NY. This popular concert venue will receive upgrades as part of a five-year renovation […]

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Food Truck Festival Cancelled

Famous Food Market hosts the Famous Food Truck Market every year, providing food and fun each time. This year, the festival was to take place from October 1st – November 7th (Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays) at Smith Haven Mall. According to Events Long Island, the festival would include over 8 […]

New York Legalizes Recreational Marijuana
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New York Legalizes Recreational Marijuana

Governor Andrew Cuomo signed the bill legalizing recreational marijuana in New York State, at the end of March. Through a speedy legislation process, the state official who has recently found himself in hot water due to sexual assault allegations, signed the bill  the morning after it was passed by state […]

Hidden Long Island Spots to Enjoy in the Warmer Weather
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Hidden Long Island Spots to Enjoy in the Warmer Weather

Summer is around the corner but with Covid-19 still looming, people want to go outdoors but avoid crowds. Here are some lesser known places on Long Island to enjoy. The Clark Botanical Garden, located at 193 I.U. Willets Rd Albertson, NY 11507, this small but powerful garden is filled with […]

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NY Movie Theaters To Reopen with restrictions

The movie industry got a huge shot in the arm recently (and no, not the COVID-19 vaccine), when movie theaters in New York reopened on March 5th. Of course, these reopenings will come with restrictions, as, according to Deadline, theaters will “be allowed to reopen at 25% capacity with no […]

Drugstore Covid Vaccines: Where and How to Get One
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Drugstore Covid Vaccines: Where and How to Get One

As of now, only certain people qualify for the coronavirus vaccination. It can be difficult to obtain a spot for it if you don’t know where to look. The vaccination for the coronavirus has been made available for teachers, people over the age of 65, healthcare and other frontline workers. […]

Opening Back up in New York: Madison Square Garden
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Opening Back up in New York: Madison Square Garden

New York’s most famous arena, Madison Square Garden, was announced to be reopening later this month. The infamous arena is set to reopen on February 23rd. The venue is not yet resuming concerts, but will be hosting Rangers hockey games and Knicks basketball games. According to the New York Post, […]