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Nov. 23: Getting Ready for Turkey Day

Baby and toddler proofing, proper cooking, and what's open on Thursday.

Weather: Rain, rain and more rain from the morning commute to the evening drive home. Skies should clear by 6 p.m. Temperatures will peak early at 55 degrees and fall quickly after noon.

1. What special measures must you take for Thanksgiving to make sure your home is safe? Alison Rhodes, baby safety guru, gives you some tips on how to prepare for this big holiday.

2. Many in the neighborhood are unemployed this Thanksgiving If you are one of those looking for a job, check our latest edition of Now Hiring: Syosset today.

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3. Grandpa accidentally pokes himself with the carving knife and needs a bandage. Aunt Tillie is allergic to your cat and she forgot her antihistamines.
More in-laws show up than were expected and you've run out of eggnog.
Stay cool, host(ess) with the most(-est)! We've got you covered with our list of main stores, pharmacies and more that are Open on Thanksgiving Day.

4. Don't stop volunteering and donating for Thanksgiving! We'll have a list of stores, places of worship, and more that are still accepting donations for the needy this Thanksgiving. 

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5. Don't know how long you should cook your turkey? What is the safest way to deep fry your turkey? We'll have tips from the Nassau County Health Department and local fire departments on how to make sure you do everything right on Thursday.

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