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Serving the Greater Hicksville Area Vol. 35, No. 9
February 17 - 23, 2021
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Students in Hicksville Public Schools, ages K-12, and their families have the opportunity to enter the Kindness Challenge chalk-drawing contest at the Broadway Commons Mall (Photo courtesy of the Hicksville School District)
Hicksville Public Schools Launch Kindness Week
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e all could really use an extra dose of kindness these days and Hicksville Public School students are embarking on a mission to deliver just that. Kindergarten through twelfth grade students will be challenged to practice kindness at home, at school and in the community over a three-week period starting during their winter recess. The Hicksville Council of PTAs is excited to co-sponsor this community-affirming event with the Broadway Commons Mall. More information will be provided for students and parents by the building PTAs, the building principals and on social media. Be sure to watch for Kindness Challenge information and remember to practice kindness every day. Submitted by the Hicksville School District See the rest of the story on page 12. Hicksville News (USPS 346-720) Postmaster: Send address changes to Long Island Community Newspapers, P.O. Box 1578, Mineola, N.Y. 11501. Entered as periodicals postage paid at the Post Office at Mineola, N.Y. and additional mailing offices under the Act of Congress. Published 51 weeks with a double issue the last week of the year by Long Island Community Newspapers, 132 East Second St., Mineola, N.Y. 11501 (P.O. Box 1578). Phone: 516-747-8282. Price per copy is $1.00. Annual subscription rate is $26 in Nassau County.
Leave The Politics To Others
Comptroller Schnirman will not seek reelection (See page 3)
Nassau County Comptroller Jack Schnirman announces last month that his office has ensured Nassau County’s participation in the National Association of Counties (NACo) Live Healthy Discount Program. The free program provides a variety of helpful prescription discounts for county residents. (Courtesy of the County Comptroller)
Family-owned Avanti Furniture celebrates 56 years in business (See page 16)
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