Letters To The Editor
Proposal for Allocation of Funds From the Build Back Better Initiative
Use funds to assist homeowners in removing underground oil tanks Editor’s note: The following letter was sent to state Assemblyman Charles D. Lavine (D–Glen Cove) and submitted for publication. Dear Assemblyman Lavine, My name is Chester McGibbon, and I am a constituent in the...
Nassau News
Blakeman Opens Warming Centers 24 Hours With Arctic Cold Front On Way
Today, Jan. 14, Nassau County Executive Bruce Blakeman announced county warming centers will be open around the clock, 24 hours a day as temperatures plummet below freezing. “These centers and services are open for anyone who needs them, at all hours of...
Careers & Profiles In Education
Biden-Harris Administration Extends Student Loan Pause
The U.S. Department of Education has announced a 90-day extension of the pause on student loan repayment, interest and collections through May 1, 2022. The extension will allow the administration to assess the impacts of the Omicron variant on student borrowers...
Arts, Music & Entertainment
Rita Moreno Goes For It
In New American Masters Documentary You would think in an entertainment career spanning 70-plus years, someone would have had the bright idea of shooting a documentary about the indefatigable Rita Moreno. After all, she is in the rarefied EGOT class of having...
Nassau News
Blakeman Announces Nassau Warming Centers
With snow and frigid temperatures impacting the region, Nassau County Executive Bruce Blakeman has announced the following Warming Centers will be open on Monday, 1/3: Cantiague Park Administration Office - 480 W John St, Hicksville, NY Open 8am - 6pm Conference Room Wantagh Administration Building - 1...
Arts, Music & Entertainment
Melissa Etheridge Returns To the Scene Of The Crime
Rocker’s new album resurrects early unreleased songs Novelist Thomas Wolfe once famously quipped that you can never go home. Clearly, he’s never met Melissa Etheridge, whose new album One Way Out, consists of seven songs she penned in the late 1980s and...
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Melissa Etheridge’s Favorite Chiefs
Midwest to the core, Melissa Etheridge is someone whose love for music is almost equaled by her devotion to football. In the case of the National Football League, her ride-or-die is the Kansas City Chiefs. Her fanaticism led her to create...
Arts, Music & Entertainment
Creativity Finds A Different Outlet
Hicksville-raised filmmakers try their hand at children's books Anthony and James Gaudioso of West Los Angeles, by way of Hicksville, have fashioned a solid career in independent filmmaking. They have secured distribution and financing for their movies, which have made money for their...
Careers & Profiles In Education
Biden-Harris Administration Extends Student Loan Pause
The U.S. Department of Education has announced a 90-day extension of the pause on student loan repayment, interest and collections through May 1, 2022. The extension...
Food & Leisure
Ben’s Kosher Deli Celebrates Pastrami Day: January 14
Ben’s Kosher Deli will celebrate Pastrami Day today, Jan. 14, with several dine and take out pastrami specials. At all of the Ben’s locations diners who visit...
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What Will It Take To Confront Climate Change?
National security expert weighs in on January 16 at 3 p.m. On Sunday, Jan. 16 at 3 p.m., Stephen C. Widom Cultural Arts at Temple Emanuel in...
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Country Superstar Eric Church Heading To UBS Arena In December
55 City North American Arena Tour Kicks Off This Fall, Runs Through Spring 2022 Reigning CMA Entertainer of the Year and current ACM Entertainer of...
Events At The Long Island Children’s Museum Aug. 22 To Sept. 1
Visitors to the Long Island Children’s Museum this week can explore the world of science, learn about mixed-up animals, get in the kitchen, whip...
Calendar of Events From January 8 to January 20
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Here are some of the events happening in the Long Island Weekly coverage area. Note that in the face of the latest COVID-19 surge,...
What Will It Take To Confront Climate Change?
National security expert weighs in on January 16 at 3 p.m. On Sunday, Jan. 16 at 3 p.m., Stephen C. Widom Cultural Arts at Temple...
Good Sam’s Davi Santos Talks About CBS’ New Medical Drama
Born in Rio De Janeiro and raised in the outskirts of New York City in Astoria, Queens, actor Davi Santos has channeled his diversity...
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Good Sam’s Davi Santos Talks About CBS’ New Medical Drama
Born in Rio De Janeiro and raised in the outskirts of New York City in Astoria, Queens, actor Davi Santos has channeled his diversity into a burgeoning résumé. He’s appeared in numerous television shows including...
Letters To The Editor
Proposal for Allocation of Funds From the Build Back Better Initiative
Use funds to assist homeowners in removing underground oil tanks Editor’s note: The following letter was sent to state Assemblyman Charles D. Lavine (D–Glen Cove) and submitted for publication. Dear Assemblyman Lavine, My name is Chester McGibbon, and...
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What Will It Take To Confront Climate Change?
National security expert weighs in on January 16 at 3 p.m. On Sunday, Jan. 16 at 3 p.m., Stephen C. Widom Cultural Arts at Temple Emanuel in Great Neck will present a video conversation with Colonel...
Nassau News
Blakeman Opens Warming Centers 24 Hours With Arctic Cold Front On Way
Today, Jan. 14, Nassau County Executive Bruce Blakeman announced county warming centers will be open around the clock, 24 hours a day as temperatures plummet below freezing. “These centers and services are open for anyone who...
Food & Leisure
Ben’s Kosher Deli Celebrates Pastrami Day: January 14
Ben’s Kosher Deli will celebrate Pastrami Day today, Jan. 14, with several dine and take out pastrami specials. At all of the Ben’s locations diners who visit Ben’s on National Pastrami Day may enjoy: the Israeli...
Careers & Profiles In Education
Biden-Harris Administration Extends Student Loan Pause
The U.S. Department of Education has announced a 90-day extension of the pause on student loan repayment, interest and collections through May 1, 2022. The extension will allow the administration to assess the impacts of...
Arts, Music & Entertainment
Argyle Theatre Presents ‘Punk Rock Girl’ World Premiere
Long Island’s largest year-round professional theatrical venue, The Argyle Theatre (Mark and Dylan Perlman, Executive Producers & Managing Partners; Evan Pappas, Artistic Director), presents the World Premiere of PUNK ROCK GIRL with book and arrangements...
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Calendar of Events From January 8 to January 20
Here are some of the events happening in the Long Island Weekly coverage area. Note that in the face of the latest COVID-19 surge, it is best to check with a venue before heading out. Saturday,...
Arts, Music & Entertainment
Rita Moreno Goes For It
In New American Masters Documentary You would think in an entertainment career spanning 70-plus years, someone would have had the bright idea of shooting a documentary about the indefatigable Rita Moreno. After all, she is in...
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Ben’s Kosher Deli Celebrates Pastrami Day: January 14
Ben’s Kosher Deli will celebrate Pastrami Day today, Jan. 14, with several dine and take out pastrami specials. At all of the Ben’s locations diners...
Biden-Harris Administration Extends Student Loan Pause
The U.S. Department of Education has announced a 90-day extension of the pause on student loan repayment, interest and collections through May 1, 2022....
The Milk Santa Really Wants Tomorrow
In collaboration with My Cookie Dealer in Deer Park, the Oyster Bay Brewing Company has the milk that Santa is really looking for tomorrow...
Northwell CEO Named Most Influential In Healthcare
Northwell Health President and CEO Michael J. Dowling, who leads the largest health care provider and private employer in New York State, has been...
All That Glitters This Winter
Giving jewelry as a gift is a token of love and beauty. It is such a meaningful gift that symbolizes romance, love or friendship....
