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June 22, 2007 / Front Page

Fighting LIRR's Third Track Plan

Hempstead Town Supervisor Kate Murray and Councilman Ed Ambrosino are visiting train stations along the LIRR's mainline, gathering petition signatures in opposition to the MTA's plan to construct a third railroad track between Floral Park More...

Community

Mayor Speaks At Chamber Luncheon

At the Garden City Chamber's season finale luncheon at the Garden City Hotel on May 16, Mayor Peter A. More...

Ocean Conservation Exhibit

The Blue Ocean Institute will exhibit information to promote ocean conservation at the Garden City Library from July 1 to 30. Books by author Dr. Carl Safina, which inspire a closer relationship with the sea, will be showcased. More...

What A Difference A Day Makes!...

Msgr. "Father" John Gilmartin, pastor of St. Anne's Church, and his youthful team of would-be designers from St. Anne's School welcomed Larry Hoy and Robert Rambusch, internationally-known liturgical designers, to their class recently. More...

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Obituaries

In Memoriam

Margaret K. Musil Long-time Garden City civic leader and pioneering religious educator, Margaret Kirkland Musil, 91, died on April 16, 2007, from complications following surgery. Mrs. More...

Michael F. Digan

Michael F. Digan, 47, of Boca Raton, Florida died June 11. Michael was a prominent investment executive who was manager of major brokerage branch offices nationwide. More...

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Letters

Cherry Valley Fields To the Editor:

As a resident I recently wrote an article informing GC residents that the fields on Cherry Valley were owned by GC. A HUGE proportion of GC residents were unaware of this fact. More...

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View From Here

The View From Here . . .

This is the season of discontent in American politics. For President Bush, already something of a lame-duck president, his approval ratings have gone down even further. More...

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School Board Shines Spotlight On Science

By Stephanie Mariel Petrellese

The focus was on the science department on Monday evening as the Garden City Board of Education and public listened to a presentation led by Gail Bennington, district coordinator of science. More...

Superintendent Presents Update On Goals

By Stephanie Mariel Petrellese

As his second year as superintendent draws to a close, Dr. Feirsen had staff members provide an update on goals which have not yet been fully reached at the Garden City Board of Education meeting on June 18th. In November, 2005, Dr. More...

School

Mollie's Fund Presentation To 6TH Grade Class

On Monday, June 4th, the Mollie Biggane Melanoma Foundation presented a skin cancer prevention program to 6th Grade Middle School students. Dr. Ted Daly, a Garden City Dermatologist, shared in the presentation. More...

School Board Recognizes Achievement By Stephanie Mariel Petrellese

The Garden City Board of Education ended the school year at its June 18th meeting by recognizing student achievement and saying farewell to Stewart School Principal Dr. Marie Braccia, who is retiring after 22 years in the district. More...

After School Registration Now Online

Registration for the After School Program for the Garden City Public Schools is now available online. More...

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Sports

Centennial Soccer News

It's Time To Register for Fall Soccer! Registrations are now being accepted for the Centennial Spring Soccer Program. The program is open to girls entering Kindergarten in September through 9th grade. More...

5th Grade Gray Sweeties Sweep Through Jay Gallagher Tournament

The 5th grade girls Gray Sweeties swept their way to three great victories in the 2007 Jay Gallagher Tournament. More...

Summer Time Baseball In Garden City

Several years ago a baseball team was formed under the managerial leadership of Mike Derle. More...

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