MINEOLA, N.Y., November 30, 2009 — This holiday season, when economic conditions are tough and people really want their gifts to matter, the American Red Cross is kicking off a new holiday campaign that offers a way to give a gift that has real impact.

MINEOLA, N.Y., Nov. 30, 2009—For most Long Islanders, the holiday season will be a time for celebration. Sadly though, others will have their festivities ruined by the alarming number of home fires that occur each year at this time.

MINEOLA, N.Y., Nov. 25, 2009 — As Long Island residents prepare Thanksgiving Day meals, the American Red Cross in Nassau County urges families to be cautious in the kitchen and to take action to prevent a home fire.

GLEN COVE, N.Y., Nov. 24, 2009 -- A family of six was left homeless yesterday when fire destroyed their Westland Drive home. Volunteers from the American Red Cross in Nassau County responded to provide assistance.

MINEOLA, N.Y., Nov. 23, 2009 - With H1N1 flu causing illness all across the country, the American Red Cross in Nassau County has some steps to take that will lessen the chances of getting sick over the long Thanksgiving holiday weekend.

MINEOLA, N.Y., Nov. 23, 2009—The American Red Cross and Pitney Bowes Inc. are teaming up to deliver holiday cards to service members, their families and veterans, many of whom will be far from home this holiday season.

MINEOLA, N.Y., Nov. 20, 2009 - In September, the American Red Cross gave Long Island students an essay assignment: In 500 words or less, what does the Red Cross mean to you?

NORTH BELLMORE, N.Y., Nov. 20, 2009 -- An early morning blaze left a Huckleberry Lane family of five homeless this morning and volunteers from the American Red Cross in Nassau County responded to provide relief.

MINEOLA, N.Y., Nov. 12, 2009 -- The National Weather Service has issued coastal flood advisories for Long Island as a slow-moving storm continues to creep along the East Coast. Because of this, the American Red Cross in Nassau County urges Long Islanders to stay informed and be prepared.

MINEOLA, N.Y., Nov. 3, 2009 - The American Red Cross is extremely proud of its long tradition of service to the men and women of our Nation’s armed forces. With Veterans Day upon us, and the holiday season nearly here, the American Red Cross in Nassau County reaffirms its commitment to those who serve and offers many ways for Long Islanders to make a difference.