The Elephants in Elmont: How Come We Don’t Have More ‘Healthy Food’ Restaurants?

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Elmont’s healthy food restaurants are far and few between. But why aren’t there more? The ‘Elephants in Elmont’ series returns with Part III written by Alexandria Harvey. (Photo courtesy of Google Images.)

“What happens, however, when we crave a wholesome meal of lean meats and vegetables? A couple of upscale cocktails followed by small plates? A powerful smoothie and a fresh sandwich for lunch?” Alexandria Harvey writes. [Read more.]

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Elmont Alumna, Dr. Tasha Brown, Wants You To Be Strategic About Accomplishing Your Goals

“Train up a child in the way [she] should go: and when [she] is old[er], [she] will not depart from it.” Proverbs 22:6 (KJV)

Elmont native, Tasha Brown, has always been destined for greatness. Now, she’s empowering others to access their full potential as well. [Read more.]

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The Elephants in Elmont: Where is Our Community Center?

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Valley Stream Community Center at Hendrickson Park in Valley Stream, Long Island [Source: Incorporated Village of Valley Stream]
“Who cares about a community center anyway?” We do.

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Elmont Artist Calls for More ‘Unity’ in His ‘Melting Pot’ Community

We often say that the Elmont community is home to excellence in many forms. Perhaps a lesser known facet of the Elmont neighborhood is its dynamic ‘underground’ music scene.

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Women Can Build: Elmont Alumna, Catrina Bowen, Discovers a Passion for Construction Project Management

March is Women’s History Month, but needless to say, every day of the year is a chance to highlight women’s extraordinary achievements and to recognize the essential role that women play in our functioning society.

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