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As a struggling single mom, she relied on food pantries to feed her kids. Now she helps others in need

For 17 years, Ann Pellegrino has devoted herself to growing fresh vegetables, herbs and fruit to people living in poverty as the founder and director of Bethel Hobbs Community Farm.

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MORE ON THIS TOPICFarm-to-table gains traction at LI hospital bedsidesHow one of LI's oldest working farms still stands today Farm gets go ahead to expand school 
LI man to be honored for 40 years of bringing 'life and color to the heart of Glen Cove' 6m read
'There's something I can't explain': Meet the paranormal investigators of Long Island7m read
This husband-and-wife duo has been making music together for 50 years5m read
Making the Grade: LI students win 'unsung heroes' contest, and Islip school unveils new outdoor classroom2m read

Video

Vinnie's Island celebrates 40 years

Travel & Experiences

Bucket List: Start a food truck business1m read
3 small museums to visit on LI1m read
Bucket List: Try ziplining at these LI sites1m read
W. Sayville museum to hold its annual Halloween boat burning 1m read
Bucket List: Learn trapeze and other circus arts1m read
Bucket List: Learn to skateboard, at any age1m read

Love

I Do!: They met as co-workers. Soon, they were falling in love1m read
I Do!: They grew up together. Now, they're starting a family of their own1m read
I Do!: 20 years after a break-up, they got their second chance at love1m read
I Do!: It was love at first bite (of pizza)1m read
I Do!: After a bout of nerves, they found their Disney romance1m read
I Do!: Despite the 'twists and turns' of life, their commitment was unwavering 1m read

Money & Retirement

Asking the Clergy: How can faith help a divided nation?2m read
Class reunions in Nassau, Suffolk, Queens1m read
Seniors Calendar: LI event listings1m read
Asking the Clergy: What is Dussehra?2m read
Asking the Clergy: What is a modern miracle?2m read
Ask the Expert: Leaving an IRA to a minor1m read

Hometown Heroes

Hometown Hero: Student saves driving instructor who started choking1m read
Hometown Hero: Teen honored for saving swimmer in distress1m read
Hometown Hero: Teen's Culper Spy Day 5k raises $10G for historical society1m read
Hometown Hero: Teen collects discarded hair from salons to help the environment1m read
Hometown Hero: Firefighter mentor wants to help teens go in 'the right direction'1m read
Hometown Hero: Teen honored for helping deliver his baby cousin1m read

Stress Less

50,000 extra calories needed during pregnancy1m read
Jersey Shore rental market plummets. What's going on?1m read
'Adult-onset acne' more common than you think1m read
House-rich, but cash-poor? Options for homeowners5m read
What's the best mosquito repellent? 1m read
Could a 'body double' help you with money tasks?1m read

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