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Thursday, February 22, 2007

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Pols join in Tu B’shvat celebrations

Assemblywoman Helene Weinstein joined Assembly Speaker Sheldon Silver and colleagues in co-sponsoring the New York State Assembly’s annual celebration of the Jewish Holiday of Tu B’shvat.

Presiding over the ceremonies were (l. to r.) Rab
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The gang’s all here for School ‘Sleepover’

Students and staffers were as snug as a bug in a rug during “Pajama Day” at Public School 255.

The special occasion, in honor of daylight savings time, had the zany crew enjoying a program of special activities and features to promote th
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Their hearts beat for good health

Industrious Public School 222 student Emma Henry showed her compassionate side when she coordinated a fundraiser for the American Heart Association (AHA) – just in time for Valentine’s Day.

The delightful fourth grader designed red brace
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All you need is love, say happy P.S. 255 students

Cupid’s arrow made a beeline for Public School 255 where students and their teachers tripped the light fantastic and made merry during a Valentine’s Day dance.

The jolly bunch joined festive forces for a program of special attractions an
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Maccabi USA hails MVP

Sports franchises and leagues traditionally present their MVP—Most Valuable Player—award to recognize outstanding achievement and leadership. Maccabi USA/Sports for Israel, sponsor of the United States Team at the World Maccabiah Games, held eve
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Trash makes photogs shutter

The Brooklyn College chapter of the New York Public Interest Research Group sponsored a campus-wide photo contest to highlight the need for stronger recycling laws across New York State.

Freshman Matthew Jackson was the winner, and his photo garne

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