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Dec. 23: Early Dismissals for Winter Break

Early dismissals, Deck Your House, weekend traffic, where to eat on Christmas Eve/Day and more in Today's 5.

 

Weather: Rain through the morning commute and partly cloudy for the remainder of the day. Highs around 46 degrees.

1. All schools in the  will have an early dismissal drill today.

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2. Don't be a grinch! and get $500 off your electric bill, not to mention $100,000 for Syosset schools!

3. Beginning tonight and running through the weekend, traffic is going to be a nightmare. So, whether you're on your way to Aunt Tessie's for a holiday feast or preparing for the great battle of the parking space at the mall, check our Traffic & Gas tool before you walk out the door to plan your route.

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4. Looking to go out for dinner on Christmas Eve or Day but don't know what's open? We have you covered! Check back with us for our Holiday Guide: Open on Christmas later today.

5. Today is the anniversary of the first nonstop flight around the world without refueling…Pshht, (if you don't count the occasional carrot).

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