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Long Island Reads Book Discussion - The Doorman by Chris Pavone Highlights East Meadow Events

Upcoming events include a community cleanup, anime festival, and more in the East Meadow area.

Book Bans and Attempted Bans Reach New Highs in 2025

Controversial titles like 'Sold' and 'Gender Queer' top the list of most challenged books in US libraries

Rainbow Grocery Celebrates 50 Years in San Francisco's SoMa Neighborhood

Local natural foods co-op marks milestone with community anniversary party

NYC Scrambles to Expand Public Bathrooms Ahead of World Cup

City Council proposes plan to install temporary restrooms and increase maintenance before global soccer tournament.

Rye community mourns Rye High alum Jack Manire, gone at 38

Residents remember Manire's love for family, sports, music, and friendships

Rainbow Grocery Celebrates 50 Years in San Francisco

The community-focused natural foods co-op marks a major milestone in a changing retail landscape.

New Yorkers Celebrate Earth Day at Museum Festival

Annual Earthfest event at American Museum of Natural History draws crowds ahead of global environmental holiday.

Free Earth Day Event at Hawkins Point Visitors Center

NYPA to host family-friendly activities on April 22nd

Board of Trustees Monthly Meeting and 12 more events

Check out the latest happenings in and around Kings Park

Former Japanese Princess Mako Spotted Shopping with Commoner Husband and Baby in Connecticut

The couple have kept a low profile since leaving New York City for the suburbs.

Long Island Environmental Visionary Ernie Fazio Dies at 86

Fazio was a longtime leader of LIMBA, a non-profit focused on economic development on Long Island.

Rochester Volunteers Gather for Earth Day River Cleanups

Genesee RiverWatch organizes annual events to restore local waterway and inspire community connection.

State DMV Commissioner Addresses Upgrade 'Wrinkles' in Utica

Oneida County DMV customers urged to renew licenses early as system upgrades continue

Webster Volunteers Assemble Care Packages for Service Members

Community members come together monthly to support military families through the 'One Soldier at a Time' initiative.

Photos Reunite New York and Wyoming Families 125 Years After Split

The Whaley family's roots stretch from the Big Horn Basin to Niagara Falls as long-lost relatives reconnect through old photos and family stories.

Millennials Rebel Against Constant Screen Time with 'Attention Activism'

A growing movement seeks to break free from the grip of smartphones and social media by embracing low-tech alternatives and unplugged gatherings.

Two Staten Island leaders honored with Ellis Island Medal of Honor

The prestigious award recognizes distinguished community service and strengthening the nation.

Olean, area groups plan Earth Day events

Trio of cleanups, other environment-focused activities scheduled for April 22nd

Corrections: April 18, 2026

Errors in reporting that appeared in the previous day's print edition.

New York Sounds the Alarm for Volunteer Firefighters

FASNY kicks off statewide recruitment weekend in Owego