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The success of our summer programs in the parks and at the pool was due in large part to the efforts of the employees who worked at these locations. I am sure our residents join with me in congratulating each and every one of these employees on a job well done. US Department of Veterans Affairs has determined that adult onset Diabetes Mellitus (Type II) is linked to exposure to the herbicide Agent Orange. You may be eligible for monthly disability compensation benefits and VA health care if you were "in country" during the Vietnam War and now have diabetes. For information on this or other veteran matters please call 1-888-VETS-NYS. For the 2001 and 2002 tax years, individuals may claim a credit for up to $250 of costs associated with each of the following: 1) Removing an existing unprotected residential fuel oil storage tank, 2) Permanently closing an existing unprotected residential fuel oil storage tank, 3) Purchasing and installing a new residential fuel oil storage tank. Please consult with your income tax advisor for more information regarding this program. Governor Pataki signed into legislation that provides for a permanent state sales tax exemption on clothing, footwear and other related items costing less than $110 per item. The state sales tax was 4 percent. When buying such items check your receipts to make sure you were not charged the State Sales Tax. On Sunday, Sept. 9, from noon - 5 p.m. there will be a Fiddle & Folk Festival featuring: The Kennedys, Bob Wescott, Gallowglass, Cathy Kreger and many more. There is a fee: $7 adults, $5 for students and seniors. Children under age 6 are free. For directions and/or information please call during business hours, 751-0066 extension 214. The Nature Trails at the Sands Point Preserve are open all year from 10 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. or sunset if earlier. There are six marked trails through diverse habitats of woods, fields, pond and beach on LI Sound. Trail maps and a schedule of nature walks are available. On weekends there is a $2 admission fee. If you would like more information please call during business hours 571-7900. WLIW 21 offers free curriculum-based programs in many areas and grade levels to assist children in developing their skills and knowledge. Educators can "tape" these programs for use at their convenience. These programs are broadcasted as follows:
During the day there are "Adult Learning" presentations, Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday at noon. The offerings are diverse and run the gauntlet from Pre K through Nassau Community Telecourses which are offered Tuesday through Sunday from 4- 6 p.m. You may wish to bring this service to the attention of your child's teacher For more information your child's teacher may wish to contact the Instructional Television Department at www.wliw.org/itv If you have a family history of cancer, are you at high risk? What can you do to safeguard your health? As part of its ongoing effort to educate the community, Winthrop-University Hospital will present a free lecture from its exciting new educational series, "Advances in Cancer Care" on Thursday, Sept. 13. The program, "Genetics and Cancer Risk: What Can You Do?" will begin with registration at 6:30 p.m., followed by the lecture at 7 p.m. It will be held at the Winthrop Community Outreach Center, located at 101 Mineola Blvd. in Mineola, at the corner of Second Street. Parking is available in the rear of the building. Jeffrey G. Schneider, MD, from the Division of Oncology/Hematology at Winthrop, will explain how you can define your cancer risk and explain options for testing. Jeanne Devine, MS, Cancer Genetic Counselor at Winthrop, will discuss the evaluation process for genetic testing. The lecture will include an overview of preventative options, as well as a question and answer period. For more information and/or to make a reservation please call 663-9370. |
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