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East Northport Family Honors Newtown Victims on Front Lawn
The Nichol family arranged its Christmas lights in the shape of a star to remember the children on the one-year anniversary of the Sandy Hook shooting.

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The Nichol family arranged its Christmas lights in the shape of a star to remember the children on the one-year anniversary of the Sandy Hook shooting.

Items can be dropped off at the fast food chain for Long Island families in need.
Items can be dropped off at the fast food chain for Long Island families in need.
Melissa DiDaniele left her house on Dec. 2 and was last seen in New York City on Dec. 6.
Fire scorches kitchen of a Spanish-American restaurant on Commack Road.
Cookies, hot chocolate and stories will put families in the holiday spirit Dec. 19.
About 50 students and staff participated in an post-Thanksgiving Turkey Trot.
The event will benefit children of St. Mary’s Healthcare System for Children.
Due to the area's snow storm, after school activities are also canceled.
Due to the area's snow storm, after school activities are also canceled.
Tim Green, former defensive lineman for the Falcons, visits middle school students.
A special needs dog that had gone missing was found Monday night.
Stony Brook University sophomore honored for athletic achievements.
Daughter of Harry Chapin, made most famous for his hit, "Cats in the Cradle," will perform at St. Paul's United Methodist Church.
Known as the Guardian Angels, Long Island’s 106th Air Rescue Wing, saved the lives of three soldiers while under intense fire.
A look at upcoming events and activities in Northport.