The theme of the annual contest, which honors a Shelter Island poet, was "Hope and Grace".
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It's almost time for the Great American Eclipse of 2024. But when should you put on eclipse glasses and look up at the darkening sky?
The most significant was felt late Friday afternoon, the U.S. Geological Survey says.
Do you have your eclipse glasses ready?
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"We are all thrilled that that sweet boy was finally adopted!" Reed's new family saw a story about his plight on Patch and rescued him.
"This sudden diagnosis has put her family into a tailspin."
Reed's new family read his story on Patch and said, "That is our dog," a thrilled Gabby Stroup, from the League, says.
Donations, from diapers to baby food, toys, gift cards and more are being collected to help the wife and baby of a LI NYPD officer killed.
"He is truly a gentle giant."
The event, which also includes free carousel rides and a magic show, is fun for all.
Have you gotten your tickets?
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"Usually, we are thrilled to find an interesting piece of beach glass. This was extra special."
Lenny Daddona, his kids said, is "humble, selfless and hardworking. He consistently puts others before himself, especially friends, family."
During the eclipse, it is especially unsafe to look directly at the sun without specialized eye protection and can result in serious injury.
Bring your appetites: The mouthwatering event, an annual tradition, includes delicious kielbasa, with horseradish for sale.
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The thrill of professional wrestling is back on Long Island Sunday. "Buckle up — we're going for a St. Patrick's Day ride!"
Irish eyes were smiling in Cutchogue Saturday as the parade kicked off, with Paul Drum as grand marshal. See huge photo gallery here.
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The showcase is free to all members of the community who are planning a wedding or other celebration.
A gentle snow fell as fire departments from across LI headed to Greenport for the iconic parade. See the huge photo gallery here.
"I couldn't be more proud of him and all that he's accomplished." — Sharon Sailo, Paul's mother. Find parade details here.
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The winsome trio just wants to stay alive.
"He was a guiding light." Ben Doroski, 1 of 2 students who wrote the message in a bottle found after 32 years, remembers beloved teacher.
"Our fire departments are the most important organizations we have in each hamlet, with no close second." —Longtime Supervisor Scott Russell
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A message in a bottle sent 32 years ago by 2 students has brought hope and healing for the family of the teacher, who died recently.
Kait's Angels, a group dedicated to helping honors in memory of Kaitlyn Doorhy, donated $5,000 this week to help bring Gigi home safely.
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For the first time, local fire departments will also compete.
"This is a fun, invigorating way for our community to make a splash for CAST and Back to the Bays by supporting their import work."
"10 years ago today, I lost the love of my life."
The heavy rain is expected to mean coastal flooding along the southern and eastern shores of Long Island, the National Weather Service says.