Sewanhaka School Transportation Notice

Sewanhaka Central High School District parents are reminded that New York State law requires a written transportation request annually, by April 1, from parents or guardians of students who plan to attend private or parochial schools within or outside the school district in which they legally reside. Proof of residency in the Sewanhaka Central High School District must be submitted with all new applications. Requests must be made by April 1, 2023, for the school year beginning September 2023. New residents are required to apply within 30 days after having established residency in the District.

Transportation application forms for the 2023/2024 school year have been distributed to current private and parochial school students as well as to the private and parochial schools. Additional forms are available at the District Administration Offices and on the district’s transportation webpage. Applications must be completed and returned by April 1, 2023.

— Submitted by the Sewanhaka Central High School District thebristal.com

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Celebrating St. Patrick’s Day In New Hyde Park Snapshots from this year’s parade, courtesy of the Village of New Hyde Park

Garden City Runner Raising Thousands For Ovarian Cancer Community

Garden City resident Henry Mulholland recently ran the March 19 United Airlines NYC Half for Tell Every Amazing Lady®, a Brooklyn-based nonprofit, to raise funds for ovarian cancer awareness and survivor support programs.

Mulholland, who recently lost his mother to ovarian cancer, has already raised over $60,000, but he isn’t done: his goal has just gotten bigger. Supporters can still help

Mulholland reach his fundraising goal of $100,000 following last weekend’s race. For context, $100,000 can help 4,000 ovarian cancer survivors.

Mulholland had this to say about his fundraising journey so far:

“The support that I have received from friends, family, and beyond during this training & fundraising process has been truly amazing. After losing my mother

Mary Calvi Speaks At Mineola Public Library

On March 6, Mary Calvi of WCBS2 News hosted an author talk and book signing at the Mineola Memorial Library. Mary gave a visual presentation on her new book, If a Poem Could Live and Breathe. Residents listened to this fascinating story of Theodore Roosevelt and his first wife, Alice. A question and answer period and a book signing followed.

— Submitted by Mineola Memorial Library to ovarian cancer this past September, I signed up to run with Team Tell Every Amazing Lady® with friends in an effort to make a positive impact on the lives of those affected by this deadly disease, while also creating a therapeutic outlet for myself in training.”

“Fast-forwarding to now, I am not only surprised by how much I’ve grown to enjoy running, but also completely overwhelmed by the incredible outpour of love and support that led to over $60K in fundraising. I’m thrilled that the efforts of Team Tell Every Amazing Lady® will be able to help so many survivors, support groups, and those currently battling, and I’m excited to run this race in honor of all Amazing Ladies, especially my own.”

— Submitted by Tell Every Amazing Lady®

Egg Hunt On Tap April 1

The Village of Westbury Recreation Department will host its annual Easter Egg Hunt on Saturday, April 1. The rain date is April 8.

The hunts begin at 10 a.m. for ages 3-4; 10:20 a.m. for ages 5-6; 10:40 a.m. for ages 7-8; and 11 a.m. for ages 9-10. Bring a basket for the eggs and have your child’s picture taken with the Easter Bunny.

Sign up at the Recreation Department, 357 Rockland St., Westbury, or call 516-334-5560 Monday through Friday from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.

—Submitted by the Village of Westbury