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From human disease to environmental destruction, the impacts of oversized deer herd on the North Fork are real

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One East End allergy specialist says she now has more than 350 cases — with new ones being diagnosed every week— of patients with a serious and potentially deadly meat allergy brought on by the bite of the lone star tick.

Suffolk reports first confirmed human cases of West Nile virus this year

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Three people, residents of Brookhaven, Islip and Smithtown, were hospitalized as a result of the illness, which is transmitted by mosquitoes. All three have recovered.

Laurie Nigro Unaware? Check. Unprepared? Check. Disorganized? Check. How not to approach back-to-school night

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Back-to-school night started off with being unaware and unprepared and went downhill from there.

Life on Purpose Learning to listen for God’s voice through prayer

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Time spent in prayer listening for the voice of God grants guidance and spiritual nourishment.

In the KitchenFor apple-picking season, a treat that’s easier than apple pie

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It's apple season. Time to try this recipe which produces a moist, soft, cake-like loaf of cinnamon and sugar spiced apple delight.

Laurie Nigro But wait — there’s more! Call now and get a second one free! And so he did.

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Note to self: Don't leave the husband home alone with too few chores, the TV remote and a charge card.

In the KitchenServe up the color and taste of autumn in a bowl of soup

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This week's soup recipe really takes advantage of our local farms' bountiful harvests.

Life on Purpose Inspiration in the silence of the night

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The silent darkness of the middle of the night can be the best time to not only speak to God but to hear him speak to you too.

Laurie NigroTo women who whine about women who wine: Live and let live

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Unwinding with sistafriends in any way is a gift. Here's to making the most of it - with or without wine.

In the KitchenBuon appetito! Skillet calzone on the menu tonight

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Skillet calzone is an easy-to-fix, easy-to-serve, easy-to-clean-up meal that's delicious, too.