MINEOLA, N.Y., May 29, 2009 - Today, Nassau County Red Cross CEO Frank Cassano joined with Jane Builder of T-Mobile USA to announce a series of safety tips designed to keep Long Islanders safe while traveling this summer.

MINEOLA, N.Y., May 29, 2009 - The American Red Cross in Nassau County wants everyone to enjoy all that summer has to offer--and what would summer be without dips in the pool and trips to Long Island’s beaches. Yet for all the fun water can be, it can be equally dangerous if you don’t take a few precautions.

MINEOLA, N.Y., May 28, 2009 – The Atlantic hurricane season is upon us and the American Red Cross in Nassau County reminds Long Islanders that the time to prepare is now.

MINEOLA, N.Y., May 26, 2009 - Considering that 300,000 Americans fall victim to sudden cardiac arrest each year, learning CPR and how to use an Automated External Defibrillator (AED) can quite possibly mean the difference between life and death.

MINEOLA, N.Y., May 20, 2009 -- On July 26th, the Nassau Red Cross will host Youth Safety Day at its headquarters in Mineola.

MINEOLA, N.Y., May 20, 2009 - 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 a new open house program - Get to Know Us, Before You Need Us!

LONG BEACH, N.Y., May 16, 2009 -- Not only did a fire rip through a row of East Park Avenue businesses this morning, it displaced the residents of at least two apartments. Volunteers from the Nassau Red Cross responded and helped provide relief.

2009 Red & White Dinner Dance to benefit the American Red Cross in Nassau County and honoring Mr. Anthony A. Capetola, Esq., distinguished attorney and local restaurateur, for his support of the Red Cross and its efforts to better prepare Long Island for emergencies.

LYNBROOK, N.Y., May 8, 2009 -- Fire destroyed a Hempstead Avenue home this afternoon, leaving a woman and her two children homeless. Volunteers from the American Red Cross in Nassau County responded to help provide relief.