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Week in Review: State Test Scores Plunge; Education Champion Dies

This week's top stories on Northport Patch.

School Board Member Lillian Brueggemann Dies at 89
Lillian S. Brueggemann, a lifelong Northporter, died on July 25 after a long battle with cancer. She was 89. 

State Test Scores Plunge
As expected, state test scores released Wednesday showed a large decline in the number of students deemed proficient in math and English. 

Volunteers Help Vets Residence Feel a Bit More Like Home

The lives of Long Island's homeless veterans were made a bit more comfortable over the weekend, thanks to the efforts of local volunteers.

Video: Why I Swim For Alzheimers
Participants say who will spur them on in a three mile swim from Asharoken Beach to Knollwood Beach to raise money in the fight against Alzheimers disease. 

Target Sets Job Fair to Hire 300
Target plans a job fair for next week to hire about 300 workers for its new Huntington Station store.

Tell Us: Harbor Family Nights Favorites?
The event features live music, classic cars, games and contests and the best food Northport has to offer. What's your favorite part? Can it get any better?




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