The Garden City News

08/30/2024

The Garden City's 10U Trailblazer softball team has made history by winning the Summer Sizzle Tournament, a first for Garden City! Led by dedicated coaches, the team showcased their talent and teamwork, securing victories and making their mark in softball history. Congratulations to the players and coaches on this remarkable achievement! 🥎🏆

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08/30/2024

Ray Quinones, a dedicated 29-year employee of Garden City's Sanitation Department, was recently in the news for rescuing Roxi, a Bullmastiff left tied to a pole on the Southern State Parkway. ​ Ray's selfless act led to Roxi's adoption. ​ Mayor Flanagan praised his kindness, showcasing the village's wonderful employees.

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08/29/2024

P.E.A.C.E. Summer Day Camp hosted at the Cathedral was a great success! ​ Kids enjoyed a day filled with games, crafts, and exciting activities like Robotics, Arts & Crafts, Martial Arts, and Dance. ​ The program aims to reduce educational inequity and drug abuse, providing enriching opportunities for our community's children. 🌟

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08/28/2024

The American Legion Auxiliary Unit 265 recently honored Girls Staters Roisin Pfaff and Simone Oustatcher for their outstanding achievements in the Empire Girls State Leadership Program. ​ These young women showcased leadership by holding positions like Majority Leader and Senator. Congratulations to them and all involved in supporting this valuable program!

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08/27/2024

🎾🌟 Challenger Tennis was a huge success this summer, thanks to our amazing volunteers and generous donors! ​ Over 30 kids enjoyed learning and playing on four courts each week. ​ Special thanks to Laura and Lee Ferrucci, The Andy Foundation, and all the volunteers who made this program unforgettable. 🎾🌟

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08/27/2024

The Spanish Sprouts GC program, founded by Gissela Preciado and Diana Macchio, offers a unique bilingual education experience for kids aged 3 to 6 in Garden City. ​ Through engaging activities, they aim to ignite a passion for language learning, creativity, and fun while providing valuable cognitive and social benefits.

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08/26/2024

The oldest tree in Garden City, a majestic Pin Oak estimated to be 211 years old, was measured using a simple method by Arborist Joe Umana. ​ By calculating the tree's circumference, diameter, and growth factor, the age was determined accurately. ​ Try this method on your own ancient trees!

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07/21/2024

🏆 The 11U Garden City Little League team has won the District 29 Championship with a 9-4 victory over Franklin Square! ​ 🎉🥇 They showed incredible teamwork, with clutch hits and aggressive base running from the entire team.

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07/20/2024

🎉 The Timothy Gewert Memorial Park was inaugurated with a heartfelt ribbon cutting ceremony, attended by over 100 people. Tim's wife, Kerry, and their daughters, Megan and Keira, cut the ribbon, honoring Tim's legacy. This beautiful park, funded by generous donations, is a wonderful addition to our community.

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07/19/2024

🌟 Congratulations to the amazing students at Garden City Middle School who were recognized with the Kindness Counts Award for May! ​ 🏆🎉 These students, including Charles Barkman, Kyle Conefry, Joseph Conetta, Alex Dickey, Hugh Garry, and Joseph Vultaggio, have shown incredible generosity and empathy, creating a supportive and inclusive environment for all. Keep spreading kindness!

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07/18/2024

Check out "The Kordes Korner" in the latest issue of The Garden City News! It features a fascinating history of Stewart School, the finest school building in the Garden City School District. ​ Learn about its unique architecture, beautiful features, and upcoming 90th anniversary celebration in 2027. Don't miss it!

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07/17/2024

🎉 Join us in celebrating a well-deserved retirement! ​ 🎉 We want to extend our heartfelt congratulations to James Casella, a dedicated bus driver who has safely transported the Clavin children to and from school for the past 11 years. ​ James, thank you for your positive attitude and commitment. Enjoy this new chapter of your life!

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07/16/2024

🥎🌟 Softballapalooza 2024 was a huge success! With over 350 participants, the tournament and picnic at Garden City's Community Park and Pavilion brought together players from kindergarten to 12th grade. Special thanks to the organizers, coaches, and parents for their dedication. Looking forward to the fall season! For more info, visit GCAA Softball's website. 🥎🌟

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07/16/2024

The Long Island Volunteer Center is partnering with the New York State Department of Education's Office of Adult Career and Continuing Education Services-Vocational Rehabilitation (ACCES-VR) to collect school supplies for The INN. ​ Help support this back-to-school service project by donating through their Amazon wish list. ​ Let's make a difference together! 🎒📚

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07/15/2024

🌟 Inspiring Story Alert! 🌟 Meet Tallulah (Lulu) Maher, a brave elementary school student battling a rare connective tissue disorder called Marfan Syndrome. ​ Despite her physical limitations, Lulu doesn't let anything hold her back. ​ She's a talented dancer, actress, and a true inspiration to us all. Read her incredible journey here!

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05/22/2024

🌳 Honoring the Legacy of Brian Pinnola 🌳 The Garden City Historical Society gathered on a beautiful day to pay tribute to its dear friend Brian, who dedicated his life to preservation and history. ​ A tree was planted in his honor, and the Front Parlor Room at the Historical Society Museum now bears his name. ​​ Rest in peace, Brian. 🙏❤️

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05/21/2024

Check out this fascinating article about the history of the Kordes Korner in Garden City! It features a photograph taken in 1999 at the Belmont Race Track and discusses the significance of horse racing in America. ​ Learn about the origins of Garden City and its connection to this historical sport.

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05/20/2024

UPDATE - 5 PM: Nassau County reports that the 911 system has been restored to full capacity.

Original post: As of 4:30 pm on Monday, May 20th, Nassau County's 911 system is experiencing interruptions. You can report emergencies directly to county police precincts.

The Nassau County 3rd precinct direct phone number is 516-573-6300.

The Garden City Police Department direct phone number is 516-465-4100.

05/20/2024

🎉 Congratulations to the Garden City High School students who were named Medical Marvels at the Feinstein Institutes' annual STEM research competition! ​ 🏆 Their innovative project, EyeDesk, aims to enhance educational accessibility for students with disabilities using assistive technology and AI learning assistants. ​ 🌟 This achievement reflects their dedication to excellence in STEM education and creating inclusive learning environments. ​ 👏

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05/19/2024

Check out this article from The Garden City News about the amazing work of Tom Armato and Jake Babsin, the two-man planting crew in Garden City! ​ They have already planted 48,000 tulips and are preparing flower beds for the summer. ​ Their dedication and hard work make the Village a colorful showplace.

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05/18/2024

🎉 Congratulations to Garden City High School senior Elaine Wang for being named a semifinalist in the prestigious Presidential Scholars Program! ​ 🎓🌟 This program recognizes the nation's most distinguished graduating high school seniors, and Elaine's achievement is truly remarkable. ​ We wish her the best in the final round of the competition. 🙌🏼📚

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05/17/2024

Check out these fascinating photos from the Village Archives featured in The Garden City News! ​ They offer a unique glimpse into the history of our town. Don't miss the chance to explore more at www.NYHeritage.org.

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05/17/2024

Congratulations to Garden City resident Andrew M. Thaler for being honored at the Nassau County Bar Association's Pro Bono Recognition Dinner! ​ Andrew's dedication to providing pro bono legal representation in bankruptcy cases has positively impacted the lives of low-income residents in Nassau County for over three decades. ​ Well-deserved recognition for his expertise and commitment to justice!

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