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Fares creep up to $2.50, N6X college bus service returns

Fare IncreaseEffective September 1, 2014 cash fares will increase from $2.25 to $2.50 for regular riders of the NICE bus system. Senior fare, for those 65 and older, is $1.10 – while Student fare (with a Student pass) will be $2.10.We shared a few months ago that “a handful of people raised concerns about theContinueContinue reading “Fares creep up to $2.50, N6X college bus service returns”

Elmont with one of the highest percentages of Haitian ancestry, research shows

In a recent Facebook post we highlighted diversity within the Elmont community. Among the many countries represented here in this multicultural hamlet, the Haitian cohort has secured a strong foothold in the Elmont community, which is comparable to some of the highest representations of the ethnic group in the region. According to research, Elmont  specifically hasContinueContinue reading “Elmont with one of the highest percentages of Haitian ancestry, research shows”

Buff Patty

Elmont is easily one of the more culturally diverse communities out here on Long Island. About one hundred and two countries who speak almost seventy-two languages and dialects are represented here. You might even say Elmont is a melting pot of delicious cow foot soup with many different spices that warms the soul! The ExcelsiorContinueContinue reading “Buff Patty”

7-Eleven Day ends at 7 p.m.

  For those who haven’t heard or may not have already joined in on the festivities – today is “7-Eleven Day” – at participating 7-Eleven stores. Beginning at 11 a.m. this morning Free Slurpees have been available for all. The giveaway ends at 7 p.m., so act fast. Happy 7/11!

Tudor Barbershop

Barber shops in many ways give insight as to the style and flavor of a community. Customers come in from far & wide just to sit in the chair of someone they can trust for a decent, affordable haircut. People want someone who will complement their features, enhance their look and assure them their moneyContinueContinue reading “Tudor Barbershop”