IN THE NEWS
The Seaford Wellness Council and its programs have been covered by regional and local media including Newsday, the Long Island Herald, and Patch.”
Seaford Middle School Hosts Heart Health Screening (2026)
Source: Long Island Herald
Students and community volunteers participated in a heart-health screening program at Seaford Middle School, helping raise awareness of heart conditions and the importance of early detection. Members of the Seaford Wellness Council assisted with the event and helped support volunteers and participants as part of the organization’s ongoing commitment to community health initiatives.
Seaford Wellness Council Welcomes New Leadership Team (2025)
Source: Long Island Herald
The Seaford Wellness Council continues its mission of promoting health, community involvement and wellness initiatives throughout Seaford. The volunteer organization works with schools, civic groups and local businesses to support programs that benefit residents and encourage positive community engagement.
Seaford Wellness Council’s Hot Chocolate 5K Run/Walk Returns (2025)
Source: Long Island Herald
Hundreds of runners and walkers gathered in Seaford for the annual Hot Chocolate 5K Run/Walk organized by the Seaford Wellness Council. The event promotes fitness and community spirit while raising funds that support local youth programs and community initiatives.
Seaford Hot Chocolate 5K Unites Community (2024)
Source: Long Island Herald
Participants gathered at Seaford High School for the annual Hot Chocolate 5K Run/Walk, a popular community tradition organized by the Seaford Wellness Council that promotes healthy activity and supports local programs.
Seaford Hot Chocolate Run Brings Community Together (2023)
Source: Long Island Herald
Residents of all ages participated in the Seaford Wellness Council’s annual Hot Chocolate Run, a winter tradition that encourages fitness and raises funds for community organizations and local youth programs.
https://www.liherald.com/stories/hot-chocolate-5k-run-brings-hundreds,203137
Annual Hot Chocolate 5K Returns to Seaford (2022)
Source: Long Island Herald
The Seaford Wellness Council welcomed runners and walkers back for its community race, continuing a long-standing tradition that supports wellness programs and charitable initiatives in Seaford.
Seaford Hot Chocolate Run Returns After Pandemic (2021)
Source: Long Island Herald
After pandemic disruptions, the Seaford Wellness Council resumed its annual Hot Chocolate Run, bringing together volunteers, residents and local organizations for a festive community event promoting health and charitable giving.
https://www.liherald.com/seaford/stories/seaford-hot-chocolate-run-returns,136887
Seaford Hot Chocolate Run Supports Local Programs (2019)
Source: Long Island Herald
The annual race organized by the Seaford Wellness Council draws participants from across Nassau County and raises funds for educational, youth and community programs in Seaford.
Seaford Wellness Council Awards Community Grants (2018)
Source: Long Island Herald
Funds raised through council events are distributed to local programs supporting education, youth activities and community wellness initiatives throughout Seaford.
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Seaford Wellness Council Encourages Healthy Living (2017)
Source: Long Island Herald
Through events, partnerships and community programs, the Seaford Wellness Council works to promote healthier lifestyles and stronger connections among residents.
https://www.liherald.com/seaford/stories/seaford-wellness-council-promotes-healthy-living,91624
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Wellness Council sets fall agenda(2016)
Source: Long Island Herald
After a busy spring, the Seaford Wellness Council is planning an even busier fall. The group met for the final time before the summer on June 21, and outlined many of its activities for the coming months.
“We have to be ready to hit the ground running when September comes around,” Seaford Wellness Council President Michael DiSilvio said.
Events will include a Friday Night Live activity night for middle-school students, the annual Field of Honor flag display outside the Seaford train station, the second annual Harvest Social for senior citizens, and the Hot Chocolate Run.
Wellness Council sets fall agenda | Herald Community Newspapers | www.liherald.com
$10,000 Grant Awarded to Seaford Wellness Council (2016)
Source: Long Island Herald
The Seaford Wellness Council received a $10,000 grant to expand community programs and initiatives focused on health, youth activities and local partnerships.
https://www.liherald.com/seaford/stories/10k-for-seaford-wellness-council,76412
Seaford Wellness Council Distributes Grants to Youth Programs (2016)
Source: Long Island Herald
Funds raised by the organization are awarded to local schools, libraries and youth programs to support community enrichment and educational opportunities.
https://www.liherald.com/stories/spreading-the-wealth-in-seaford,78423
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Barbecue Kicks Off Summer in Seaford (2016)
Source: Long Island Herald
Seaford Wellness Council members, led by President Michael DiSilvio, participating in a community barbecue event.
https://www.liherald.com/stories/barbecue-kicks-off-summer-in-seaford,80528
Registration begins for annual Hot Chcocolate Run(2015)
Source: Long Island Herald
Seaford’s big race is less than two months away. The Seaford Wellness Council will host its 12th annual Hot Chocolate Run
on Saturday, Dec. 5, and some changes are in store for this year
​Seaford seniors flock to harvest social (2016)
Posted November 15, 2016
Source: Long Island Herald
Seaford residents met their neighbors and got reacquainted with old friends at the second annual Senior Citizen Harvest Social on Oct. 28.
Seaford seniors flock to harvest social | Herald Community Newspapers | www.liherald.com
Wellness Council planning a busy fall (2015)
Source: Long Island Herald
The Seaford Wellness Council has wrapped up another busy year, and it is already preparing for a host of activities in the fall.
The group, a non-profit organization devoted to activities that promote wellness and community beautification, will be taking the summer off after hosting its last meeting of the school year on June 16 at Seaford Middle School.
Over the past 10 months, the council sponsored its annual Hot Chocolate Run, put up flags at the Seaford Long Island Rail Road station for the Field of Honor, and funded the Seaford Middle School’s clean-up at the Tackapausha Preserve. It will be a co-sponsor for the final show in the Seaford Public Library’s concert series, which will be held on Aug. 15 in the train station parking lot, adjacent to the gazebo that the Wellness Council maintains.
Read more: Wellness Council planning a busy fall | Herald Community Newspapers | www.liherald.com
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Flags are flying in Seaford (2015)
Source: Long Island Herald
Seaford Wellness Council spearheaded the installation of its annual Field of Honor in front of the Seaford train station on Nov. 7. It consists of dozens of American flags, which are placed there for most of November to coincide with Veterans Day. Volunteers from the Wellness Council and American Legion Post No. 1132 spent the morning installing the flags on the lawn between the station and Sunrise Highway.
Read More: Flags are flying in Seaford
Mike DiSilvio: Selflessly Gives Back to Seaford (2015)
Source: Long Island Herald
The Herald profiled Mike DiSilvio, president of the Seaford Wellness Council, for his longstanding community leadership and volunteer service.
https://www.liherald.com/stories/mike-disilvio-selflessly-gives-back-to-seaford,62267
Popular Race Has Local Flavor (2015)
Source: Long Island Herald
The article reported that the Seaford Wellness Council’s Hot Chocolate Run topped 1,000 registrants for the second time in 12 years, showing how established the event had become.
Link: https://www.liherald.com/stories/popular-race-has-local-flavor,74529
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Friday Night Live set for March 20 (2015)
Source: Long Island Herald
The Seaford Wellness Council is committing $6,500 to various school initiatives in 2015, beginning with one of its staple events at the middle school this month.
Friday Night Live set for March 20 | Herald Community Newspapers | www.liherald.com
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Seaford Residents Turn Out for Holiday 5K (2014)
Source: Newsday
Hundreds of runners and walkers took part in Seaford’s annual Hot Chocolate Run, organized by the Seaford Wellness Council, continuing a popular community tradition supporting local charities and programs.
https://www.newsday.com/long-island/events/seaford-hot-chocolate-run
Seaford 5K Draws Hundreds of Runners (2014)
Source: Long Island Herald
The Hot Chocolate Run continues to grow as one of Seaford’s most popular community events, bringing residents together for fitness and charitable fundraising.
https://www.liherald.com/stories/seaford-5k-draws-hundreds,61609
Mike DiSilvio Recognized for Community Leadership (2014)
Source: Long Island Herald
Mike DiSilvio, longtime president of the Seaford Wellness Council, was recognized for his dedication to community service and leadership in developing programs that benefit residents throughout Seaford.
Seaford Community Supports Annual Wellness Run (2013)
Source: Long Island Herald
Residents of all ages gathered for the Seaford Wellness Council’s annual Hot Chocolate Run, a race that has become a beloved local tradition promoting physical activity and community spirit.
https://www.liherald.com/seaford/stories/seaford-community-supports-wellness-run,54309
Hundreds Run in 9th Annual Seaford Wellness Hot Chocolate 5K (2012)
Source: Newsday
About 900 runners and walkers participated in the ninth annual Seaford Wellness Council Hot Chocolate 5K Run. The event raised thousands of dollars for community causes, with a portion of the proceeds helping Seaford residents affected by Superstorm Sandy.
https://www.newsday.com/news/hundreds-run-in-9th-annual-hot-chocolate-5k-in-seaford-p93834
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Local Runners Take Part in Seaford Hot Chocolate Run (2013)
Source: Newsday
Community members gathered for the annual Hot Chocolate Run organized by the Seaford Wellness Council, an event that encourages healthy activity while raising funds for local programs and organizations.
https://www.newsday.com/long-island/towns/seaford-hot-chocolate-run
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Seaford Community Cleans up Tackapausha Preserve (2013)
The Seaford Wellness Council held its ninth annual clean-up of Tackapausha Preserve in conjunction with the American Hiking Society’s 2013 National Trails Day this past Saturday.
https://patch.com/new-york/wantagh/seaford-community-cleans-up-tackapausha-preserve
Wellness Council Run Benefits Local Youth Programs (2012)
Source: Long Island Herald
The Seaford Wellness Council’s annual race continues to grow in participation, helping raise funds that support youth activities, educational programs and wellness initiatives in the community.
https://www.liherald.com/seaford/stories/wellness-council-run-benefits-youth-programs,48764
Annual Seaford Wellness Council Hot Chocolate Run/Walk Set for Dec. 1 (2012)
Source: Patch
Patch reported that net proceeds from that year’s race would go toward relief efforts for Superstorm Sandy victims in Seaford.
https://patch.com/new-york/wantagh/annual-seaford-wellness-council-hot-chocolate-run-wal89c40c8c74
Seaford Residents Turn Out for Wellness Run (2011)
Source: Long Island Herald
Hundreds of runners and walkers gathered in Seaford for the Hot Chocolate Run, an event organized by the Seaford Wellness Council to encourage fitness and community involvement.
https://www.liherald.com/seaford/stories/seaford-residents-turn-out-for-wellness-run,43218
The Seaford Train Station Gazebo (2010)
Source: Patch
Patch reported that the gazebo restoration was completed thanks to the Seaford Wellness Council, with grant support from state officials.
https://patch.com/new-york/wantagh/the-seaford-train-station-gazebo
A New and Improved Washington Avenue Park (2010)
Source: Patch
Patch credited the Seaford Wellness Council as the sponsoring community group and bond applicant behind improvements to Washington Avenue Park.
Link: https://patch.com/new-york/wantagh/a-new-and-improved-washington-avenue-park
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Seaford Wellness Council Expands Community Programs (2010)
Source: Long Island Herald
The Seaford Wellness Council continued to expand its efforts to support local organizations and encourage healthier lifestyles through community events, partnerships and educational programs.
https://www.liherald.com/seaford/stories/wellness-council-expands-community-programs,36142
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