BASICS
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BIO:
While studying journalism at Marist College, Carisa got her first real feel for the newsroom at CBS News. Shortly after she landed a reporting gig at the South Shore Weekly newspaper chain. Prior to her three years at Patch, Carisa worked as editor of two weekly newspapers at Anton Community Newspapers. She lived in and covered Garden City for several years, which is why the town is so close to her heart............................................................................
BELIEFS
At Patch, we promise always to report the facts as objectively as possible and otherwise adhere to the principles of good journalism. However, we also acknowledge that true impartiality is impossible because human beings have beliefs. So in the spirit of simple honesty, our policy is to encourage our editors to reveal their beliefs to the extent they feel comfortable.................................................................................................................
POLITICS
How would you describe your political beliefs? Whomever makes the most sense is who I vote for...doesn't matter what side of the aisle you're sitting on. I like my independence............................................................................
RELIGION
Do you consider yourself religious: yes...........................................................................
Do you identify with a certain religion: Catholic..................................................................
LOCAL HOT-BUTTON ISSUES
What do you think are the most important issues facing the community? Garden City residents are deeply passionate about many topics. Here's but a few hot-button issues people are buzzing about: St. Paul's. Taxes. St. Paul's. Quality of life issues. St. Paul's. Parking. Did I mention St. Paul's?......................................................................................
Where do you stand on each of these issues? St. Paul's may just be one of the biggest issues village trustees -- and residents -- have grappled with for well over a decade now. The former boys school continues to sit quietly at the corner of Stewart and Rockaway avenues. Old Man Winter has taken its toll but yet it stands tall as a symbol of beauty that helps define Garden City's historical character. What will become of the architectural gem? If the village doesn't come to a consensus soon, Father Time will ultimately decide the building's fate..........................................................................
Students participated in a series of five monthly contests of five problems each and weekly practice sessions under the supervision of reacher Seth Messier.
Garden City firefighters and Nassau County Hazardous Materials units conducted a controlled burn-off after a propane tank was found leaking.
There will be no collection Thursday; recycling collection rescheduled to July 11.
The board is currently considering what priorities it should emphasize during the upcoming year.
Annual Black and White Ball raises more than $280,000 for Winthrop’s Cancer Center for Kids.
Competition was steep this year, with several teams finishing just one point behind the winners.
A look at this week's alleged crimes, reported by the Garden City Police Department.
Chamber of Commerce holds ribbon-cutting ceremony at tea emporium's Seventh Street location.
H. L. Gross & Bro. Jewelers recently moved to their new home at 840 Franklin Ave., across the street from their former landmark home which they had occupied since l968.
Rescheduled event kicks off at 6 p.m. on Seventh Street.
The parking fields behind the shops on Seventh Street will, however, remain open during Belmont Festival.
The fifth annual Wing-Off competition at Friday's Belmont Festival kicks off at 6 p.m.
The Belmont Festival, aggressive driving enforcement and a new village initiative.
Locks to the rear doors of both Dunkin Donuts and Garden City Salon and Spa found damaged.
Police issue appearance tickets for trespass to eight males from West Hempstead and Franklin Square.
The study would most likely be conducted by an environmental consultant or outside contracting firm.
Chief Charles Cavarra has been a member of the Garden City Fire Department since 1988.
Trustee Andrew Cavanaugh says increase is indicative of the police department's dedication to the safety of its citizens and those who pass through the village.
A look at job openings and career opportunities in the area.
