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Navy Petty Officer 2nd Class Jimmy A. Omolade, son of Victoria Koleosho and Isaac Omolade of Arverne, recently reported for duty at Navy Recruiting District New York in East Meadow, New York. He joined the Navy in August 2003. More ... Sharnette Blackmon, a 2008 graduate of August Martin High School, will attend State University of New York Mohawk Valley Community College in the fall. Blackmon is the daughter of Thereasa Gaston. Her brother, Lorenzo Gaston, would like to send special congratulations. He misses and love her. More ... Navy Petty Officer 2nd Class Jeffrey T. Rynkowski, a 1994 graduate of Beach Channel High School, and the 200 sailors aboard the USS Simpson, Mayport, Florida, recently returned from a two-week community relations deployment to Castries, St. Lucia in the Caribbean. More ... Nurses at St. John's Episcopal Hospital observed World Breastfeeding Week, which was held from August 1 through August 7. Celebrated in more than 120 countries around the globe, the 2008 theme was "Mother Support: Going for the Gold," because the week coincided with the Olympics. The celebration addressed the importance of supporting mothers who decide to breastfeed their children. St. John's lactation nurse Debbie Steger-Cohen, RN, displayed information and held a raffle to raise awareness of the healthful effects of breastfeeding for children. More ... Major General Joseph J. Taluto, the Adjutant General, announces the recent reenlistment of members of the New York Army National Guard in recognition of their continuing commitment to serve community, state and nation as part of the Army National Guard. More ... Joseph Costa and Kimberly Shakir of Rockaway were married on August 8 at St. Francis de Sales Church. A reception for family and friends was held at Roma View in Howard Beach. Costa and Shakir went to Aruba on their honeymoon. Costa is the son of Ralph and Judy Costa of Rockaway Park and the grandson of Joseph Costa (Mr. Wonderful). Shakir is the daughter of Dr. and Mrs. Salvatore Shakir of Rockaway Park. More ... On August 14, 2008, Michael Joseph Benn turned 3 years old. In order to celebrate this grand occasion for Michael, a grand carnival came to Michael's Rockaway backyard. On Saturday, August 16, 2008, his backyard was filled with dozens of carnival style activities that were greatly enjoyed by both family and friends. More ... |
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