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At the “pocket park” at the corner of Merrick and Loines Avenues, the family of the late Robert Purick hosted its annual tree lighting in his memory. In photo, from left, are John, Jimmy and Bob Purick, Claire Korber, Connie Purick, Jack, Mary, Bill, Emily and Colin Korber. 

Above, sitting on one of the new benches installed in the park are county Legislator Dave Denenberg, Merrick Chamber of Commerce President Margaret Mueller, and Connie and Bob Purick.

This little boy is thinking about what to tell Santa: Has he been naughty – or nice?

By Paul Laursen

Paul Laursen is the managing editor for L&M Publications. He has been recognized with a variety of awards in both professional and community service arenas.