Good News: Found Money, Helping Charities, Firefighter Honored

Here are some of the inspiring headlines from around the region this week.

Hockey Marathon Event Benefits Local, Huntington Charities

Held at Dix Hills Ice Rink, the event ran Sept. 6-7.

Winthrop-University Hospital Gets ‘Found Money’

Hospital receives check for unclaimed funds.

Movie Event to Benefit North Shore Historical Museum

The event features a screening Alfred Hitchcock’s “North by Northwest,” parts of which were filmed at the museum.

Mineola Firefighter Honored

The firefighter was recently recognized by Town of North Hempstead for his actions during the tragic Port Washington boat fire.

International Coastal Cleanup in Port Washington

Volunteers gathered to clean up the beach at Sands Point Preserve, and learn about marine life.

Suffolk County Hosts ‘Stand Up for the Homeless’

Event draws more than 850 participants

Deer Park Children Hold Lemonade Sale to Help Raise Money For Boy Who Needs Seizure Dog

Kind-hearted kids raised $130 during sale on Sunday.

Dolphin Bookshop, Community Chest Infuse Charity with Fashion in Port Washington

Through the Chavez for Charity Bracelet program, 25 percent of proceeds of bracelet sales goes directly to the Community Chest.