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Catholic Charities of Long Island  Immigration & Refugee Services

The office of Immigration &amp; Refugee Services is recognized by the U.S. Department of Justice to counsel, process, file, and represent clients before the US Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) and EOIR Immigration Court. Our organization provides essential support to Ukrainian Humanitarian parolees through the Ukraine Supplemental Appropriation to Resettlement Agencies (USARA) Program. Through USARA, we help individuals and families achieve stability, economic independence, and successful integration into the community. We serve Ukrainian citizens paroled into the U.S., as well as non-Ukrainians who resided in Ukraine and were paroled into the U.S. between February 24, 2022 and September 30, 2024. Our staff offers a wide range of social and employment services, including: • Development of a personalized self-sufficiency plan • Case management and referrals • Employment services, job search skills, and work experience opportunities • Outreach and community support • Social and cultural adjustment assistance • English language support • Help with school, benefits, and local resource navigation • Transitional services and employment retention support We serve Ukrainian citizens paroled into the U.S., as well as non-Ukrainians who resided in Ukraine and were paroled into the U.S. between February 24, 2022 and September 30, 2024. Rooted in compassion and dignity, Catholic Charities of Long Island is committed to helping newcomers rebuild their lives and feel safe, supported, and empowered within their new community.

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Melanie Gulbas

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Bellmore

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Catholic Charities of Long Island  Immigration ...

The office of Immigration & Refugee Services is recognized by the U.S. Department of Justice to counsel, process, file, and represent clients...

NYCCE: New York City Cannabis Exchange

As a state licensed dispensary, our mission is to provide safe and certified adult-use products to adults who are looking for ways to relax, reduce or minimize pain, or to keep calm throughout our daily activities. We have a wide selection of CBD and THC products including flowers, tinctures, concentrates, vapes, chews, pain creams, and salves for all your needs. You can place your orders online on our site and we have delivery and pick available. (Please note we are not doctors and products are for recreational use only)

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Bayside-Douglaston

As a state licensed dispensary, our mission is to provide safe and certified adult-use products to adults who are looking for ways to relax, reduce...

OCEANSIDE, NY — A local resident with ties to Ukraine is helping families get much-needed supplies. Anna Forte, who came to Oceanside from Kyiv, a couple of weeks shy of her eighth birthday, is giving back to her war-torn homeland. She is assisting her aunt, who volunteers at donationforUkraine.com. <a href="https://patch.com/new-york/rockvillecentre/li-woman-originally-kyiv-accepts-donations-ukraine">Click here to read the full Patch interview</a>.

OCEANSIDE, NY — A local resident with ties to Ukraine is helping families get much-needed supplies.

Anna Forte, who came to Oceanside from Kyiv, a couple of weeks shy of her eighth birthday, is giving back to her war-torn homeland. She is assisting her aunt, who volunteers at donationforUkraine.com.

<a href="https://patch.com/new-york/rockvillecentre/li-woman-originally-kyiv-accepts-donations-ukraine">Click here to read the full Patch interview</a>.

Tom Gambardella

Long Beach

ICYMI: LI Woman Originally From Kyiv Accepts...

Anna Forte is finding a positive from the "out-of-body experience" in Ukraine.

ICYMI: LI Woman Originally From Kyiv Accepts Donations For Ukraine

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Jay Estate

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We couldn't be more grateful to all the volunteers over the years who have helped beautify the 23-acre Jay Estate (wearing every color T-shirt from yellow to purple)!! From uncovering hidden flagstone paths, to raking leaves and planting annuals. We've participated in every I Love My Parks Day with Parks &amp; Trails NY and NY State Parks since 2012! Partner groups have included the Girl Scouts, Cub Scouts, Mount Vernon Youth Bureau, Yale Alumni, Con Edison, Rye Neck School, Mamaroneck School, Stanford Alumni, the Rye Garden Club, Rye Sustainability Committee and many more.&nbsp;
Sign up yourself, your family or your group today! Click on the link below and select the Jay Estate. Ideal for students seeking community service hours or adult groups who just want to give back! Event starts at 9am and finishes at 12pm but you can help out for just an hour or two - whatever works for your schedule.
And join us for FREE ice cream from Jimmy's Soft Serve afterwards as our small way of saying thank you.
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Our non-profit, the Jay Heritage Center (JHC)
is dedicated to transforming the 23-acre Jay Estate into a vibrant educational campus, hosting innovative and inclusive programs about American History, Historic Preservation, Social Justice, and Environmental Stewardship.
We hope to encourage people of all ages to understand, preserve and protect our shared heritage and to inspire future historians, civic advocates and stewards to safeguard our fragile cultural resources. Learn more at www.jayheritagecenter.org

Local Event: I Love My Park Day at the Jay Estate

Westchester County

I Love My Park Day at the Jay Estate

CLICK HERE TO REGISTER!
We couldn't be more grateful to all the volunteers over the years who have helped beautify the 23-acre...

Join Indigo Goodson-Fields on a bird outing through the Jay Estate's newly designated New York State Birding Trail! Binoculars are not needed but if you have a pair, bring them (there will be a limited amount of shared binoculars available). All ages and experience levels are welcome. 
Indigo Goodson-Fields is a writer, poet, and birder based in Brooklyn. Her forthcoming book, entitled Essential Birding is an anthology about the importance of birding in the lives of Black birders across the U.S. and will be published by OR Books in fall 2026.
Limited to 40 participants - ALMOST FULL <a href="https://jayheritagecenter@gmail.com/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">jayheritagecenter@gmail.com</a>
to reserve your spot!
Log your own bird sightings on Ebird anytime! Check "The Jay Estate" for your bird checklist. <a href="https://ebird.org/hotspot/L15229069" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">ebird.org/hotspot/L15229069</a>
Our non-profit, the Jay Heritage Center (JHC)
is dedicated to transforming the 23-acre Jay Estate into a vibrant educational campus, hosting innovative and inclusive programs about American History, Historic Preservation, Social Justice, and Environmental Stewardship.
We hope to encourage people of all ages to understand, preserve and protect our shared heritage and to inspire future historians, civic advocates and stewards to safeguard our fragile cultural resources. Learn more at www.jayheritagecenter.org

Local Event: ﻿FREE Family Birdwatching Workshop with Indigo Goodson-Fields

﻿FREE Family Birdwatching Workshop with Indigo...

Join Indigo Goodson-Fields on a bird outing through the Jay Estate's newly designated New York State Birding Trail! Binoculars...

﻿FREE Family Birdwatching Workshop with Indigo Goodson-Fields

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Lineup Revealed For Billy Joel Symposium,...

Keynote speakers and scholars to explore the Piano Man's impact at Stony Brook event this summer.

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Lakeview: Search On For Missing 83-Year-Old,...

Police say they’re searching for an 83-year-old man who was last seen early in the morning Tuesday. 

Lakeview: Search On For Missing 83-Year-Old, Police Say 

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'Violent And Combative': North Valley Stream...

A woman was arrested Monday night after she injured police officers while resisting arrest, police said. 

'Violent And Combative': North Valley Stream Woman Charged With Resisting Arrest, Injuring Officers, PD Says

Long Beach Middle Schoolers Recognized For...

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ExploraVision competition. 

Long Beach Middle Schoolers Recognized For Innovative “SeroScanner” Project

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'We All Have Value': Red Carpet Event...

Annual Oceanside event featured performances and advocacy efforts supporting adults with disabilities, organizers say.

'We All Have Value': Red Carpet Event Highlights Adults With Disabilities At Friedberg JCC

Long Beach Diner, Mainstay For Decades, ...

Laurel Diner has been in business since 1932. 

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ICYMI: LI Woman Originally From Kyiv Accepts Donations For Ukraine

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