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Roslyn Students Turn Grief Into Action After Tragedy, Honor Friends With Anti-Drunk Driving Walk
"We hope to save lives and honor the legacy of Drew and Ethan."
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Behind Every Student: Celebrate The Teachers, Coaches & Mentors Making An Impact
From a brand partner: Help us highlight the people guiding, supporting and inspiring students every day.
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Dissecting the Latest Assassination Attempt - “The Sunday Political Brunch” - May 3, 2026
I am concerned about the safety of ALL our leaders!
Mark Curtis, Patch Contributing Writer
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What's The Chance Of Seeing 30 Meteors An Hour As Eta Aquariids Peak?
The potential for fireballs with glowing trains that can last for several seconds to minutes makes it worth searching the skies.
Beth Dalbey, Patch Staff
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Popular Chocolate Recalled For Salmonella: Recall Roundup
A common item in your lunch tote may be among more than 8 million recalled for safety concerns; cuddly teddy bears pose an injury hazard.
Beth Dalbey, Patch Staff
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Mom Knows Best: Tell Us About Her For A Mother’s Day 2026 Tribute: Survey
We want to hear about the best advice your mom or mother figure ever gave you, who she was, and what you’d like others to know about her.
Beth Dalbey, Patch Staff
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The Doorbell Rings; Do You Answer, Or Has Etiquette Changed? Block Talk
For many readers, the standard isn’t etiquette but safety or privacy when they decide whether to answer the door.
Beth Dalbey, Patch Staff
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Big Boy Steams East For America’s 250th: Where To See Massive Locomotive
Big Boy 4014 display days planned in eight cities and more than 50 whistle stops are planned in 10 states in the historic steam engine tour.
Beth Dalbey, Patch Staff
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Invasive Jumping Worms That Can Leap 1 Foot In The Air Found In These States
Unlike other hermaphrodites with both male and female reproductive organs, jumping worms reproduce on their own, enabling their rapid spread
Beth Dalbey, Patch Staff
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El Niño Means An Active Summer Is Ahead, New Forecast Says
The evolving El Niño is expected to become more influential as summer progresses, with the last part of the season markedly different.
Beth Dalbey, Patch Staff
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National Small Business Expo NY Edition to Unite Local, Regional, and National Businesses for Opportunity
The Expo is more than an event it is a movement to strengthen the pipeline between grassroots entrepreneurship and national-scale opportunit
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What’s The Best Thing To Say To Someone Who Is Grieving? [The Question]
Knowing what not to say when someone is grieving a family member, friend or pet is sometimes easier than finding words that offer comfort.
Beth Dalbey, Patch Staff
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National Small Business Expo“New York Edition” Set to Empower NYC’s Diverse Business Community
Small Business Owners, Startups & Corporate Leaders across region are invited to participate in highly anticipated National Expo 6/11/26
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This Cancer Rising Sharply Among Young People; Scientists Unsure Why
Researchers in a recent study published in an American Cancer Society journal said their findings underscore the need for early screenings.
Beth Dalbey, Patch Staff
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The Fog of War and Cabinet Disarray – “The Sunday Political Brunch" - April 26, 2026
Analysis of this week's biggest headlines in politics!
Mark Curtis, Patch Contributing Writer
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If You Think Someone’s In Danger, Here’s How To Intervene [The Question]
From suspected child abuse to late-night screams for help, readers share what they did or wish they’d done differently in response.
Beth Dalbey, Patch Staff
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Rescue Horse That Beat Death Returns The Favor: Weird News & Oddities
Artist peddles T-shirts to buy bookstore that isn’t for sale; kits do the darnedest things; cops look for volunteers to get good and drunk.
Beth Dalbey, Patch Staff
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Is It OK To Hide When Someone Knocks At Your Door? Block Talk
Back in the day, hiding from people who show up for an unannounced visit would have been an etiquette lapse. Is that still the case?
Beth Dalbey, Patch Staff
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Surging Jet Fuel Prices May Ground Some Summer Vacations: What To Know
As international travel becomes riskier and airfare skyrockets, some travelers are choosing summer vacations closer to home.
Beth Dalbey, Patch Staff
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U.S. Companies Planning Thousands Of Layoffs Include These Businesses
The cuts reflect a mix of restructuring efforts, cost-cutting measures and, in some cases, shifts tied to AI and changing market conditions.
Beth Dalbey, Patch Staff
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100 Black Men of Eastern New York Highlights Strong Second Quarter Growth Through Strategic Partnerships
100 Black Men of Eastern New York Highlights Strong Second Quarter Growth, Strategic Partnerships, and Momentum Toward National Conference
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100 Black Men of America, Inc. 40th Annual Conference Less Than Two Months Away June 17- June 21 2026
This milestone event marks four decades of impact, leadership, and service bringing together influential leaders, entrepreneurs & educators!
