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Teen with Down syndrome striving to make history at NYC Marathon this weekend

Maria Gomez
Maria Gomez
Maria Gomez
Bureau Chief · Garden City, NY

Maria Gomez has over 15 years of experience in local journalism, having previously served as the editor for the Hempstead Herald and a contributor to Newsday. She graduated from Long Island University with a degree in Journalism and has a passion for engaging with the diverse voices of Garden City. Maria believes that community journalism plays a crucial role in shaping local identity.

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Bureau Chief · Thursday, October 29, 2026 at 1:53 PM · 1 min read
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Teen with Down syndrome striving to make history at NYC Marathon this weekend — Hempstead Community news

Nineteen-year-old Caleb Pruitt is lacing up his running shoes this Sunday with a historic goal in mind: becoming the youngest-known person with Down syndrome to complete the TCS New York City Marathon.

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