Culture
North Hempstead Polar Plunge raises over $86,000 for Special Olympics
The annual fundraising event saw over 100 participants brave the freezing temperatures to support Special Olympics New York.
BKW Students Attend Youth Summit in Albany
Annual event encourages healthy choices for middle and high schoolers
Young Volunteers Embrace Informal Acts of Service
Nonprofits adapt to changing volunteer habits among Gen Z and Alpha generations
Real Estate
Realtor Agent in Roslyn, NY, Highlights Spring Market Activity as Families Plan Moves Before New School Year
George Panagopoulos, Associate Broker at Douglas Elliman, recognizes seasonal patterns and helps clients maximize real estate opportunities.
Exquisitely Restored Dutch Colonial Home Listed in Croton-On-Hudson, NY
Premier corner lot property offers historic charm and modern luxury near train, shops, and restaurants.
Beacon Condo on Main Street Offers Sweeping Views
249 Main Street Unit 312 in Beacon, NY is on the market for $579,900.
Education
Garden City Student Wins National Frederick Douglass Contest Again
Owen Galarza of Stratford School takes top honor for second consecutive year.
Jericho High School Students Tour NY Times Printing Press
Media students gain insight into print journalism's enduring role in the digital age.
Local teen returns from Jordan amid growing war
Aleyna Mooney's study abroad program in Jordan was cut short due to escalating conflict in the region.
Home
Troy Businesses Prepare for Spring Arrival
Local ice cream shop and drive-in restaurant gear up for warmer weather.
Why You Should NEVER Plant English Ivy
It'll take over your garden—and not in a good way!
NYC Moves Forward with 14th Street Pedestrian Redesign
The $3 million, two-year study will enhance the 14th Street busway with upgrades for pedestrians, cyclists, and transit riders.
Pets
Sleepy Owl Found Napping on Shelf at Upstate New York Antique Store
The Eastern Screech Owl was safely removed and released into a nearby wooded area.
Parakeet Mei Mei Finds Forever Home After Months on the Run in NYC
The bright-green-and-yellow bird spent 10 weeks living with a flock of sparrows in Central Park before being rescued.
Manhattan Woman Rushes Home to Greet Rescue Dog
TikTok video captures the heartwarming daily reunion between owner and her beloved pup.
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