MINEOLA, N.Y., Feb. 28, 2010 -- Thanks to a partnership with the Village of Freeport, the American Red Cross in Nassau County is now able to bring more of its lifesaving courses to the South Shore of Nassau County.

MINEOLA, N.Y., Feb. 28, 2010 - Far too many Long Islanders do not realize that their local American Red Cross chapter is here to help them until disaster strikes. So, the Nassau Red Cross is opening its doors to the public with its open house program - Get to Know Us, Before You Need Us!

WASHINGTON, Feb. 27, 2010 — The American Red Cross is responding to the strong 8.8 magnitude earthquake in Chile, making $50,000 available for relief operations in Chile while also helping people in Hawaii prepare for a possible tsunami. 

MINEOLA, N.Y., Feb. 24, 2010 - A winter storm warning has been issued for Long Island with forecasts calling for a wintry mix tonight, turning to snow during the morning commute and becoming heavy during the afternoon and into the night.

MINEOLA, N.Y., Feb. 22, 2010 -- For many teenagers, there aren't many options when it comes to seeking summer employment. Cool jobs--like becoming a lifeguard--are often out of reach due to the costs associated with required training.

MINEOLA, N.Y., Feb. 9, 2010 - A winter storm warning has been issued for Long Island with forecasts calling for heavy snow and winds beginning between after midnight and continuing throughout the day Wednesday. Accumulations could range from 8-12 inches and winds might cause blizzard conditions. The American Red Cross in Nassau County urges residents to be prepared and exercise caution.

MALVERNE, N.Y., Feb. 6, 2010 -- Fire ripped through an Ambrose Avenue home Friday night. Volunteers from the American Red Cross in Nassau County responded to provide assistance.

MINEOLA, N.Y., Feb. 5, 2010 - A winter storm watch has been issued for Long Island and depending on the track the storm takes, accumulation could measure merely inches or up to a foot, with snow arriving tonight and continuing into Saturday. The American Red Cross in Nassau County reminds residents to be prepared and exercise caution.

HICKSVILLE, N.Y., Feb. 1, 2010 -- Hundreds of Hicksville residents are still without natural gas due to a leak in the vicinity of 14th Street and Meyers Avenue. The American Red Cross in Nassau County has been asked to open a warming center at the Hicksville Community Center, 28 West Carl Street.

HICKSVILLE, N.Y., Feb. 1, 2010 -- Dozens of homes are without natural gas this morning due to a leak in the vicinity of 14th Street and Myers Avenue.