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LATEST NEWS FROM THE WILLISTONS

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Thursday Morning Movies in July and August
Thursday Morning Movies in July and August

Thursday Morning Movies in July and August at the Williston Park Library

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Lego Engineering at the Williston Park Library
Lego Engineering at the Williston Park Library

Lego Engineering at the Williston Park Library

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Debby’s Pretzels and the Williston Park Library
Debby’s Pretzels and the Williston Park Library

Debby’s Pretzels and the Williston Park Library

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Herricks student is first-ever in district to be selected for Roger Rees Award for Excellence
Herricks student is first-ever in district to be selected for Roger Rees Award for Excellence

Herricks student is first-ever in district to be selected for Roger Rees Award for Excellence

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Mineola kindergartners raise $565 for Children’s Medical Fund with ‘Smile Bracelets’ project
Mineola kindergartners raise $565 for Children’s Medical Fund with ‘Smile Bracelets’ project

Mineola kindergarteners raise $565 for Children’s Medical Fund with ‘Smile Bracelets’ project

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The Wheatley School students earn top honors at Long Island Science Congress
The Wheatley School students earn top honors at Long Island Science Congress

The Wheatley School students earn top honors at Long Island Science Congress

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Mineola Instructional Leader honored with NASTAR award for Innovation
Mineola Instructional Leader honored with NASTAR award for Innovation

Mineola Instructional Leader, Steve Benner honored with NASTAR award or Innovation

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Top 10 Scams Targeting Seniors
Top 10 Scams Targeting Seniors

Let’s stay alert—and keep our loved ones safe.

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5 Great Books to Read This Summer 
5 Great Books to Read This Summer 

Reading is a great way to unwind, stay curious, and escape into new worlds

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YOUNG VOICES June Winner: The Fight for Independence by Charlotte, 4th grade at Jackson Ave. School
YOUNG VOICES June Winner: The Fight for Independence by Charlotte, 4th grade at Jackson Ave. School

Congratulations to Charlotte from Jackson Ave. School for being named the June Young Voices Winner!

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Community Turns Out for Fire Safety, Food, and Family Fun with the Volunteer Fire Department
Community Turns Out for Fire Safety, Food, and Family Fun with the Volunteer Fire Department

Community Turns Out for Fire, Safety, Food, and Family Fun with the Volunteer Fire Department

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Nassau County Cracks Down on Unsafe E-Bike and Scooter Use
Nassau County Cracks Down on Unsafe E-Bike and Scooter Use

Law enforcement urges the community to stay vigilant

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The Hidden Dangers of Facebook Marketplace: A Wake-Up Call for Our Community
The Hidden Dangers of Facebook Marketplace: A Wake-Up Call for Our Community

Let’s look out for one another and keep our community safe

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Parents’ Corner: How Did Our Parents Make It Look So Easy?
Parents’ Corner: How Did Our Parents Make It Look So Easy?

How we handle that stress in front of our children makes a difference

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Fire Safety, Food, and Family Fun in East Williston
Fire Safety, Food, and Family Fun in East Williston

Come for the safety tips—stay for the camaraderie!

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How to Take Care of a Guinea Pig
How to Take Care of a Guinea Pig

Taking care of class pets!

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Soccer Alumni Shine at Wheatley’s Second Annual Game
Soccer Alumni Shine at Wheatley’s Second Annual Game

A competitive and fun matchup!

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A Grand Slam of a Reunion at the 3rd Annual Wheatley Alumni Baseball/Softball Game
A Grand Slam of a Reunion at the 3rd Annual Wheatley Alumni Baseball/Softball Game

A tradition that keeps the Wildcat spirit alive!

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Celebrating Resilience and Success: Alumni Night Shines a Light on the Journeys of East Williston Graduates
Celebrating Resilience and Success: Alumni Night Shines a Light on the Journeys of East Williston Graduates

Their stories were a gift—and a powerful reminder of what’s possible

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Herricks Students Win Big at National Math Competition
Herricks Students Win Big at National Math Competition

A remarkable achievements in a highly competitive field!

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The Joy of a Book Club
The Joy of a Book Club

Four decades, one book club, and a lifetime of stories shared!

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Herricks Sophomore Wins Congressional Art Competition
Herricks Sophomore Wins Congressional Art Competition

Capitol-Worthy Creativity!

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Wheatley Sophomore Wins Earth Day Art Contest
Wheatley Sophomore Wins Earth Day Art Contest

Lorax-inspired art earns Wheatley student top honors at Earth Day contest!

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🎭 Mineola Drama Club Shines in “Sister Act Jr.”
🎭 Mineola Drama Club Shines in “Sister Act Jr.”

Sister Act Jr. dazzles — standing ovations all around!

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Mineola Public Schools Recognized Nationally for Excellence in Music Education
Mineola Public Schools Recognized Nationally for Excellence in Music Education

Mineola Hits a High Note — Again!

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2025–2026 School Budget and Board of Education Election Results: East Williston, Herricks, and Mineola
2025–2026 School Budget and Board of Education Election Results: East Williston, Herricks, and Mineola

School Budget Results Are In!

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Willets Road School Recognized as a National ‘School to Watch’
Willets Road School Recognized as a National ‘School to Watch’

Willets Road School earns national spotlight!

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Holla for Challah! Community Comes Together for Hands-On Baking Workshop
Holla for Challah! Community Comes Together for Hands-On Baking Workshop

A big thank-you to Debby for sharing her talent and warmth with the community!

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North Side School Students Explore Civic Engagement Through “I Voted” Stickers
North Side School Students Explore Civic Engagement Through “I Voted” Stickers

A powerful reminder that even our youngest citizens can contribute to their communities

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Four Honored as Eagle Scouts by Herricks Troop 201
Four Honored as Eagle Scouts by Herricks Troop 201

Congratulations to these outstanding young men!

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