“Laughter Is The Cure” To Benefit Multiple Sclerosis
April 15, 2011
(Riverhead, NY) - “Laughter is the Cure” on Saturday May 14th, 2011 (7:30pm door, 8:00pm show). Come help raise money for Multiple Sclerosis. This event will take place at “The Vail Leavitt Music Hall” in Riverhead, NY off of 18 Peconic Ave. The comedy fundraiser will feature Stoney (Last Comic Standing), Thomas J Bellezza (Make […]
Whitest Kids U Know, College Humor, Marvel Comics And More To Appear At Sketchfest NYC
April 15, 2011
(New York) - SketchFest NYC is pleased to announce the featured shows at this year’s seventh anniversary Festival, including the Whitest Kids U Know, College Humor, and Marvel Comics.
The seventh anniversary celebration of SketchFest NYC will run June 8 – 11, 2011 at The Upright Citizens Brigade Theatre; 307 West 26th Street, between 8th and […]
Senator Zeldin Votes to Provide Assistance to NY Taxpayers
April 14, 2011
(Albany, NY) - State Senator Lee Zeldin (R, C, I- Shirley) voted this week in favor of a measure to strengthen the rights of taxpayers.
Currently many constituents are experiencing excessive delays of up to two months between the time they file their returns and the time refunds are received from the state Department of […]
Annual L.I. Walkathon to Cure Parkinson’s Disease
April 13, 2011
May 21, 2011 – 10 AM – Belmont Lake State Park, N. Babylon, NY
(Babylon, N.Y.) – The American Parkinson Disease Association (APDA) marks its 50th Anniversary this year. Long Islanders are invited to observe the occasion by participating in the 18th Annual “Ease the Burden and Find the Cure” Walkathon on Saturday, […]
Good Samaritan Hospital Helps People With Diabetes Live Better
April 13, 2011
(West Islip, NY) – Good Samaritan Hospital Medical Center’s diabetes self-management educational program earned continued recognition from the American Diabetes Association (ADA) for providing high-quality education services, meeting the National Standards for Diabetes Self- Management Education Programs.
“Diabetes is a patient participation disease. Patients are making decisions every day about their meals, activities and […]
U.S. Postal Service Makes Purple Heart Stamp “Forever”
April 13, 2011
(New York) - NY Senator Bill Larkin Started Effort to Create Stamp To Honor Military Heroes
New Classification Ensures Stamp Will Continue in Circulation
An effort to honor military heroes that began in the New York State Senate 11 years ago has now resulted in the U.S. Postal Service […]
Senate Passes Lauren’s Law To Increase Organ Donation
April 13, 2011
(New York) - In honor of National Donate Life Month, the New York State Senate was joined by 11-year-old heart transplant survivor Lauren Shields today and passed life saving legislation to significantly increase organ and tissue donation. Lauren’s Law (S.3885), sponsored by Senator David Carlucci (D-Rockland/Orange), would […]
Senate Passes Bills To Help Taxpayers
April 13, 2011
(New York) - The New York State Senate today passed legislation to help speed up the delivery of tax refunds owed to taxpayers by the state. The bill (S.2631), sponsored by Senator Carl L. Marcellino (R, Syosset), addresses excessive delays of up to two months from when taxpayers file their return to when they may […]
DRS Yeshiva HS Teams Up With JCC To Help Those In Need Enjoy Passover
April 12, 2011
(Cedahurst, NY) — Realizing that many families in the community hit hard by the economy may not be able to enjoy Passover, the 12th grade class of DRS Yeshiva High School for Boys in Woodmere recently teamed up with Jewish Community Center of the Greater Five Towns to help provide a holiday-style meal for those […]
Senate & Assembly Republicans, Business Community Step Up Pressure On Assembly Majority To Pass Property Tax Bill
April 12, 2011
(New York) - Senate Majority Leader Dean G. Skelos, Assembly Minority Leader Brian Kolb and representatives of business organizations today urged the Assembly Majority to act on a meaningful property tax cap bill. The Senate overwhelmingly passed Governor Cuomo’s property tax cap legislation with bipartisan support […]
