Mother’s Day is already around the corner. Yes it’s this Sunday already! It’s the time to show moms, grandmas, aunts, or even another parent who plays the role of a mom, some appreciation and extra love. Scrambling to get a gift last minute? Check out these Long Island-based black-owned businesses that have the perfect gifts. …
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In December of 2020, Sandra Lindsey, Port Washington resident and director of critical care at Long Island Jewish Medical Center in Queens, received the first dose of any COVID-19 vaccine in the country and in the state. It is over two months later and 17% of Nassau County residents and 13% of Suffolk community members …
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Cecilie Klaus always had a passion for music and dance since she was little. While studying dance in London, however, she picked up a hobby: roller skating. She ogled dancers who graced the rink floor with their skating technique and learned from them. Their inspiration led to Klaus coming back to her home of France …
Christmas Eve is less than two weeks away, and it’s time to start figuring out holiday plans. As the weather gets colder and the holiday season begins, COVID-19 cases have been on the rise. The Centers for Disease Prevention and Control (CDC) already urged families to only spend the upcoming winter holidays with their immediate …
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For seven years, Mary Leming, a former public school English as a Second Language (ESL) teacher, has given up time every Thursday and Saturday to continue her passion – teaching. After retiring early, Leming found an opportunity to teach ESL voluntarily at the Port Jefferson library. Leming teaches beginner English to locals from all backgrounds …
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Long Islanders have officially hit the holiday season! This means people will be lining up in stores to buy their loved ones gifts, or will be COVID-safe and buy all their gifts online this year. Because of the effects of the pandemic, small businesses have suffered economic loss. So, here’s our top 10 small minority-owned …
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Glancing at my phone on the late morning of Nov. 7 and seeing Joseph R. Biden as the projected presidential winner, I felt 500 pounds lifted off of my shoulders. To no longer live another four years filled with anxiety and fear about if my basic human rights will be taken away; I cannot wait. …
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Last Wednesday, NY Gov. Andrew Cuomo announced precautionary measures that would help stop the curve of COVID-19 for the upcoming holiday season and for the future. The new measures state that indoor and outdoor gatherings should consist of 10 people or less. In addition, bars, restaurants and gyms must close from 10 p.m. to 5 …
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With a record number of absentee and mail-in ballots being submitted this year, the results from the presidential race to Long Island’s races are now finally determined. Here is a list of the projected winners that will lead Long Island for the next few years. District One Congress Lee Zeldin (Republican) v. Nancy Goroff (Democrat) …
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According to a study from Hofstra University that was published in March 2019, results found that although the number of minority students is increasing on Long Island, the amount of minority teachers is at a halt. From 1990 to 2013, the Black, Hispanic, Asian non Hispanic and other non-caucasian populations have increased while the white …
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