Biz Wrap: North Shore Farms Update, Gingerbread House Contest

In a tough economy, local businesses are doing what they have to do to survive. 

As always, we posted some jobs available locally. Here's a look at some of the top business stories from the past week:

North Shore Farms Construction Underway

Construction is underway at the soon-to-be North Shore Farms, which will be located at the intersection of Jerusalem Avenue and Pea Pond Road in North Bellmore. Click here for more.

Chocolate Duck Hosting Inaugural L.I. Gingerbread House Contest

The Village of Farmingdale’s Downtown Events Committee andThe Chocolate Duck are hosting the first ever Long Island Gingerbread House Competition in November. Click here for more.

Levittown Old Navy is Hiring for Winter Holiday Season

Old Navy is in need of help this holiday season. Ericka A. Bolte, Service & Training Manager, said the store is currently looking for help and is hiring for the "Sellebrity" position. Click here for more.

Bayview Florist to Hold Charity Gown Auction

Area brides-to-be and have an opportunity to buy Nicole Miller gown at a discount, while hoping a great cause next month. Bayview Florist & Montage is hosting a Bridal and Gown Charity auction on Nov. 7. Click here for more.

Levittown-Based BBBSLI Appoints New Director of Development

Jamison Skala has been named Director of Development at Big Brothers Big Sisters of Long Island (BBBSLI). He brings more than 13 years of annual fund, capital campaign, endowment, athletic development and event experience to the agency. Click here for more.