My Hometown

Bill Horan and Stacy Raine learn about Cona Elder Law, located on Long Island. Their practice concentrates in the areas of elder law, estate planning, estate administration and litigation, special needs planning and health care law. They speak with Kristi DiPaolo, a Senior Associate at Cona Elder Law.

Bill Horan and Stacy Raine talk with Paul R. Martin III, a military history buff who has had a great interest in Mitchel Field since his boyhood days growing up in East Meadow. Paul is a display and special events coordinator for the Army Air Forces Historical Association, Chaplain of the Sons of the American Legion Squadron 1009, Chairman of the Yorktown Veteran's Day Parade, President of the Rockland Civil War Round Table and the Yorktown Historical Society, Secretary of the Company of Military Historians, West Point Chapter, and board member of the Lincoln Depot Museum and Lincoln Society in Peekskill. He is also a professional Historical Artist, and author of two new books - Faces from Mitchel Field, Portraits and Stories from 1917-1961 Forgotten Eagles, as well as Beneath the Shadows of Wings, Untold Stories from Mitchel Field Long Island.

Bill Horan and Stacy Raine learn some basic life support and the education opportunities available from Mount Sinai South Nassau.  They speak with Abigail Fromm, a registered nurse and their Director of Community Education, and Valentino Griffiths, the Community & Staff Education Instructor and the American Heart Association Training Center Coordinator.

Bill Horan and Stacy Raine talk with Maria Dello, a Long Island-based published author, seasoned nutritionist, and a true friend to dogs. Beyond her professional endeavors, Maria dedicates her free time to rescue work and puppy obedience training, because she believes that dogs deserve the best.  She is the author of her first ever children's book, "Theodor Says: Dogs Are People Too!"

Bill Horan and Matt Leonard talk with Matthew Mullen, the owner and creator of the new Empire Adventure Park, located on the second floor of the Samanea Mall (formerly The Source) on Old Country Road in Westbury.  The park includes trampolines, augmented and virtual reality, adventure mazes, laser tag, zip lines, inflatables and more.

Bill Horan and Stacy Raine learn about Nassau County Tourism - where they tell us that there is always MORE TO EXPLORE! Whether you’re planning a family getaway, weekend staycation, or a quick afternoon away, their guest, Jaime Hollander, Managing Director of RRDA, the advertising agency that oversees Nassau County Tourism, tells us all about the organization and gives us some ideas on how to relax right here at home!

Bill Horan and Stacy Raine learn about a relatively new business located in Merrick, NY.  They speak with Nick Christofides, one of the partners at The Diner Boys - where they have reimagined beloved diner fare to cater to modern palates through a menu that features an array of delectable and unique offerings you won’t find at your average diner.

Bill Horan and Stacy Raine talk with ALI THE ANTHEM GIRL! Her real name is Ali Berke, and she is a singer and songwriter from Oceanside, NY, who has a goal to sing at every sports stadium. She recently had the opportunity to perform the National Anthem before a New York Knicks game at Madison Square Garden, and has performed at Citi Field and a bunch of other stadiums already.

Bill Horan and Stacy Raine learn about the Long Beach Latino Civic Association, an organization that works to alleviate the social problems of the Latino community in the city of Long Beach here on Long Island by advocating for communities and individuals in crisis by providing resources and access to opportunity networks. They speak with Helen Dorado Alessi, their Executive Director, and Nicole Fader, their board Vice President.

Stacy Raine learns about a local Nassau County company that helps people reach financial goals and meet their full financial potential. She speaks with Richard (Rick) Meier, Senior Executive Vice President and Director of Investments at Blue Ocean Wealth Solutions, a Mass Mutual Firm.