Nassau County Democrats allege misuse of taxpayer dollars for Trump rally
Democratic leaders in the Nassau County legislature have filed a formal complaint with the Federal Election Commission, alleging that the Sept. 18 campaign rally for former President Donald Trump in Nassau County amounted to an illegal, unreported campaign contribution from Nassau County Executive Bruce Blakeman, a Republican, using taxpayer money.
Capacity crowd in Nassau Coliseum welcomes Donald Trump
Former President Donald Trump, the Republican nominee for president, held at rally at the Nassau Coliseum in Uniondale on Sept. 18.
What Donald Trump supporters are saying about their presidential candidate
Democrats and Republicans outside the Nassau Coliseum in Uniondale on Wednesday advocated for their presidential candidates and the issues that matter most to them.
See what's brewing with Ready Coffee across Nassau County
Dairy Barns in several Nassau County communities are being into Ready Coffee stores.
Eight-year-old Uniondale author tops Amazon charts
Jomo Jesus Thomas Suriel, 8, is a best-selling author of four books on Amazon, with his latest book, "The Angry Vacuum," topping the Children’s Reference Education category.
LIRR test pilots suicide prevention measures in RVC
New signs are being installed at the Long Island Rail Road station in Rockville Centre as part of a six-month suicide prevention pilot program.
Residents concerned about increased traffic, safety, environmental impact
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. …
Wantagh Park part of South Shore Blueway Trail for boaters
A new water access point part of the South Shore Blueway Trail Plan is now complete, according to the New York Department of State.
Chai Society at Temple Beth Am of Merrick and Bellmore hosts renowned author
The Chai Society of Temple Beth Am of Merrick and Bellmore hosted a Shabbat Summer Service, followed by a special Oneg Shabbat, a meal following services.
In North Merrick, students meet and greet their teachers, and get a treat too
Ahead of the launch of the school year in North Merrick, the school district began with its annual Meet, Greet and a Treat event at the Harold D. Fayette on Aug 29, bringing together students, parents, and teachers to relieve start-of-school worries before classes begin.
East Meadow school board voices concerns over proposed state athletic changes
The East Meadow Board of Education is opposing a New York State Education Department proposal to change its rules governing mixed competition, extra class activities and the athletic placement process.
Visiting Holocaust center, Hocul discusses antisemitism
Gov. Kathy Hochul visited the Holocaust Museum and Tolerance Center of Nassau County, in Glen Cove, on Sept. 6 for a Fireside Chat, at which she discussed her commitment to combating antisemitism. …
Tom Phelan shares stories of Irish boyhood at Garden City event
Tom Phelan, a longtime Freeport resident and author, was scheduled to speak at the Garden City Casino on Sept. 11, 2024, sharing stories from his memoir, "We Were Rich and We Didn’t Know It," which reflects on his childhood in rural Ireland.
SEE PHOTOS: Kids of Malverne, West Hempstead all smiles for school year
Malverne Mules and West Hempstead Rams started the new school year last week, on Sept. 5, with big smiles. Whether they were brand-new kindergarteners or third-grade pros, all students couldn’t …
No non-school issued devices allowed pre-high school
North Shore School District to crackdown on cellphone use
School Districts across Nassau County including North Shore School Districts have began to tighten their cellphone use policy
Seaford High School students visit National World War II Museum in New Orleans
Seaford High School students recently made the most of a once-in-a-lifetime experience, embarking on a trip to the National World War II Museum in New Orleans and listening to stories from veterans who witnessed that history first-hand.
Editorial
Let’s shake on prioritizing sportsmanship
The return of fall scholastic sports on Long Island is the first opportunity of the new school year to remind athletes, coaches, parents and the fans in the stands of the importance of sportsmanship.
Columnist
The world must continue to hear us
Sept. 11, 2001, was the most tragic day in American history. It was also our finest hour, a demonstration of our nation’s courage, resilience and undying spirit.
Columnist
Some hits and some errors, but no game-changers — yet
Less than two months before Election Day, it’s anybody’s guess as to who will win the big prize. By the time this reaches print, the two major presidential candidates will have had their debate, which by itself may decide who has earned the label of frontrunner. But there are a few factors that could be deal breakers for former President Donald Trump or Vice President Kamala Harris.
Columnist
Enhancing education through accessible transportation
In the Village of Hempstead, the largest village in the country, the Hempstead Union Free School District has never had districtwide busing.
Columnist
Remembering our heroes
This time of year serves as a poignant reminder of our duty to care for those who dedicated themselves to saving others, and to honor the memory of those we’ve lost to these insidious diseases.
Columnist
Some thoughts on offshore wind energy
My whole career, I have always implored my children, students, employees and colleagues to consider all factors when making decisions. We are regularly faced with choices to make. Granted, most of them aren’t life-threatening, and hopefully pretty routine, but decisions just the same.
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Hempstead deserves solutions, leadership from Blakeman
The 59,000 residents of the Village of Hempstead are facing major issues that threaten to impede their access to nutritious food and clean water. As the leader of the municipal entity directly responsible for administering social services and preserving the welfare of our residents, I implore Nassau County Executive Bruce A. Blakeman and his administration to work with the coequal legislative branch and village officials to address the full magnitude of the challenges these compounding concerns are creating for our shared constituencies.