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Nassau County marked the 23rd anniversary of the Sept. 11 attacks at a moving ceremony in Eisenhower Park. Hundreds packed into the fields around the Harry Chapin Lakeside Theatre to remember those who perished.

Nassau County residents gathered last week to mark the 23rd anniversary of Sept. 11, at a moving ceremony filled with music, tears and remembrance at Eisenhower Park. The annual memorial ceremony … more

By Jordan Vallone | 9/20/24

Emily Bader, left, and Liz Kolligs played classic songs from the 1700’s.

Celebrating and reveling like it’s 1776

Raynham Hall Museum held its “Revolutionary Revel!” on Sept. 15. History enthusiasts interacted with members of the Order of the Ancient and Honorable Huntington Militia and learned about … more

9/20/24

The upcoming seminars will detail the types of scams used on seniors, how to identify them and, most importantly, how to avoid them.

Saving seniors from scammers

The Town of Oyster Bay is partnering with the Nassau County District Attorney’s office to help combat the wave of scams targeting the community’s senior population. Senior scams, have … more

By Will Sheeline | 9/20/24

Town Supervisor Joesph Saladino, Councilwoman Vicki Walsh and Town Clerk Richard Lamarca joined local vendors to try the oysters that will be served at this years’ oyster fest

Gearing up for Oyster Fest

Oyster Bay Town officials came together with the Oyster Bay-East Norwich Chamber of Commerce on Sept. 12 to give residents a taste of what to expect from this year’s Oyster Fest. This will be … more

By Brian Norman | 9/20/24

Karen De Mauro of Sea Cliff has been participating in the painting sessions in Oyster Bay for the last five years.

Making art from the city to suburbs

Artists from the Urban Sketchers NYC group recently visited Oyster Bay to participate in an en plein air painting session, bringing their brushes, pencils, and creativity to the historic Long Island … more

By Will Sheeline | 9/20/24

Town officials heard statements from both the 6261 Northern Boulevard Corporation, which hopes to build a new 7-Eleven in East Norwich, and village residents who oppose the measure.

Town of Oyster Bay Board considers proposal for 7-Eleven in East Norwich

A proposed 7-Eleven and gas station with 16 fueling positions has sparked debate in East Norwich, and residents voiced their concerns to the Town of Oyster Bay board at a public hearing on Tuesday. … more

By Will Sheeline | 9/13/24

The Locust Valley School District Board of Education convened a special meeting on Tuesday to address concerns about safety following two recent gun threats in the district.

Locust Valley Central School District address safety concerns following gun threat

The Locust Valley Central School District is addressing heightened concerns about school safety following two recent gun-related incidents involving students. In separate occurrences, an 11-year-old … more

By Will Sheeline | 9/13/24

All of Suzala’s artwork on display at the exhibit will be available for purchase through the middle of October.

New watercolor exhibit by artist Suzala at HIVE Market and Gallery makes a splash in Oyster Bay

HIVE Market and Gallery in Oyster Bay is showcasing the watercolor works of Suzala, a plein air artist from Plainview. The exhibition, which runs through mid-October, highlights scenes from Oyster … more

By Will Sheeline | 9/13/24

Gov. Kathy Hochul joined former Congressman Steve Israel and storyteller, Dana Arschin to talk about address the rise of antisemitism and the importance of Holocaust education in public schools.

Learn what Gov. Kathy Hochul spoke about at the Holocaust Museum & Tolerance Center

Gov. Kathy Hochul visited Glen Cove on Sept. 6 to discuss antisemitism with former Congressman Steve Israel and storyteller, Dana Arschin for chat at the Holocaust Museum & Tolerance Center. more

By Roksana Amid | 9/13/24

Ava Walia, right, has joined with Assemblyman Jake Blumencranz to improve organ donation rates in New York with a new bill.

Assemblyman Jake Blumencranz joins with Syosset student Ava Walia to improve organ donation rates in New York

A new organ donation bill in New York State has been put together with the help of a surprising advocate—a 12-year-old girl from Syosset. Ava Walia, whose grandfather passed away from kidney … more

By Will Sheeline | 9/13/24

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