Two recent baseball events caused fond memories to come charging back, while reinforcing the inter-generational hold that New York baseball has on my family. more

On one level, it’s a matter of clearing some closet space. On another, it’s a signal to let go and move on. Finally, I need to do this so my old friends can rest in peace . . . more

Our wives, moms and all the women who are the backbones of our families and our communities have a lot of demands on their time. Between work and other commitments, more than half of women in a … more

Taylor Dayne became an overnight sensation when she burst onto the scene in the mid-‘80s with her debut single, “Tell It to My Heart,” a top 10 chart-topping dance hit that has remained an audience favorite worldwide for decades. more

Half a world away at the Women’s World Cup in New Zealand, Crystal Dunn is still making an impact on the South Side High School girls’ soccer team and the Rockville Centre community. … more

The New York State Public High School Athletic Association is going from a five-classification format to six classifications in seven different sports... more

Participating in her second Women’s World Cup, Crystal Dunn is living by a simple philosophy: Embrace the moment.  “The question that many of us who have played in the World Cup get … more

Long Island Rail Road riders can expect a modest uptick — roughly 4.3 percent — in the price of their weekly and monthly tickets. The Metropolitan Transportation Authority, the LIRR parent … more

Digital art has become increasingly accessible, but there’s still a lot to learn about creating your own digital masterpieces before you put your stylus to any digital canvas. Getting started with digital art can be intimidating, given the wide variety of devices and software to take into consideration before you can even open your first blank canvas, but for those looking to explore the world of pixelated paints, the Glen Cove Public Library is offering a series of digital art workshops. Although future dates are yet to be determined, attendees can expect to have free access to iPads during their lessons, as well as tips on navigating Procreate, Apple’s digital art software. more

The Cornell Cooperative Extension of Nassau is dedicated to providing and teaching about local agriculture and how beneficial it is for Long Island residents. CCE Nassau, with its main office in … more