Kids & Family

Aug. 15: Kevin Vaughan Honored, Creative Corner Relocating

A look at what's happening on this Wednesday in Bellmore and Merrick.

  1. Sen. Charles J. Fuschillo, Jr., R-Merrick, recently congratulated Marine Corps Corporal Kevin Vaughan of North Merrick on being inducted into the New York State Senate’s Veterans' Hall of Fame. Click here for more.
  2. Creative Corner, the artsy, do-it-yourself craft shop located in the heart of Bedford Avenue is relocating. We have the details, and you can find out more by clicking here.
  3. Bellmore School District officials are happy with the results of state testing that took place during the 2011-12 school year, as all grade levels improved except for fifth grade math. Click here for a full break-down.
  4. Patch recently spoke to several area merchants about how business has been lately during these tough economic times. Here's a look at how things are going on Merrick Road.
  5. The Kennedy High School PTA is looking forward to the new 2012-13 school year and extends a warm welcome to students, parents, faculty and staff. Click here to read more on this.

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