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New Student in NYC? Here Are Tips on Making the City Yours: StreetEasy

Every year, thousands of students come to New York City from all over to study in the greatest city in the world. For those who aren’t familiar with the city, or who’ve never even seen it, this can be an incredibly daunting time. Here we have some tips and tricks on how to get accustomed to the hustle and bustle during your first semester here.

'Frosty' comes to life at the Engeman Theater: Times Beacon Record Newspapers

The John W. Engeman Theater in Northport kicked off its holiday season last Saturday with the opening of an annual favorite, “Frosty.” Richard T. Dolce skillfully directs the children-friendly classic with the help of a talented adult cast of five.

Deal of the Week: A Dreamy Park Slope Studio for $460K: StreetEasy

Given that Park Slope has become one of the 10 most expensive NYC neighborhoods to live in, buying in the neighborhood might seem like a pipe dream. But even with those high sales prices, there are still some gems to be found. Take our Deal of the Week: this studio at 220 Berkeley Place #6F sits right near Grand Army Plaza, and is asking a fraction of the median sale price in the neighborhood.

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A passion for painting: 94-year-old Rene Rheault debuts gallery: LNP + LancasterOnline

After the death of his wife two years ago, Rene Rheault wasn’t sure what to do with his time. A visit to Arizona to see his son, however, inspired him to try his hand at painting, something he had never done before. Rheault, 94, discovered he had a passion and a talent for it, and his paintings are now on display at Woodcrest Villa, the East Hempfield Township retirement community where he lives.

“I feel like I accomplished something, I feel good about it and I feel like I did something worthwhile,” Rheault says.