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Running for Boston — and America

If New York City Mayor Michael Bloomberg and Police Commissioner Ray Kelly were trying during an April 25 news conference to reassure the public that the city’s security infrastructure was tight enough to stave off a terrorist attack, they weren’t doing a very good job of it. more

5/2/13

Nassau County Police are increasing security measures for this Sunday's Long Island Marathon

Police, county prepare for L.I. Marathon

In the aftermath of the Boston Marathon bombings on April 15, county officials are increasing security for Sunday’s Long Island Marathon, adding restrictions on large bags, such as backpacks and duffel bags. more

By David Weingrad | 5/1/13

High-speed coverage of 4/15 shakes us

It took 18 years to track down and capture Ted Kaczynski, a.k.a. the Unabomber. more

4/25/13

We must remain vigilant in the war on terror

Despite the fact that it has been nearly a dozen years since 9/11, the recent Boston Marathon attack proves that terrorism is still a very real threat in this country. more

4/25/13

Thank a volunteer — or, even better, become one

Every community needs police officers, teachers, sanitation workers and elected leaders. But every community also needs volunteers, the people whose contributions mean so much yet so often go unnoticed. more

4/25/13

Now more than ever, say something if you see something

At 2:49 p.m. on April 15, two crude bombs, fashioned out of pressure cookers and ball bearings, exploded 13 seconds apart at the Boston Marathon, killing three and severely injuring nearly 180. more

4/25/13

After a terror attack at the Boston Marathon on Monday, Nassau County Executive Ed Mangano said that county officials are reviewing security plans for the annual RXR Long Island Marathon, which is to take place in central Nassau on May 5. Above, runners at the 2012 Long Island Marathon.

L.I. runners in shock after bombing

Alex Cuozzo, president and coach of the Bellmore Striders running club, bounced between websites as the Boston Marathon progressed on Monday, checking on the club’s three members who were competing in the race. more

Scott Brinton, Julie Mansmann and David Weingrad | 4/17/13

After a terror attack at the Boston Marathon on Monday, Nassau County Executive Ed Mangano said county officials are reviewing security plans for the annual RXR Long Island Marathon, which is to take place in central Nassau on May 5. Above, runners at the 2012 Long Island Marathon.

South Shore runners in shock after Boston Marathon bombing

Alex Cuozzo, president and coach of the Bellmore Striders running club, bounced between websites as the Boston Marathon progressed on Monday, checking on the club’s three members in the 26.2-mile race. more

By Scott Brinton and Julie Mansmann, sbrinton@liherald.com and jmansmann@liherald.com | 4/16/13

Selections from beloved operas are featured in a new production based on the life of Saint Thomas Becket at Molloy's Madison Theatre.

The life and times Saint Thomas Becket as told through opera

The fascinating tale of the life of the infamous medieval Thomas Becket is told in a family-friendly performance at the Madison Theatre this weekend. Another appealing family show Port Washington's Jeanne Rimsky Theater. And the Boston Pops returns for a holiday concert at Tilles Center. more

11/28/12

Emily Mervosh will travel to Ireland next month to film a documentary.

College student to film Irish documentary

If you think that one person can’t make a difference, think again. Emily Mervosh, a 20-year-old junior at Boston College was watching a documentary in music theory class when she had an idea. more

By Shannon Koehle | 7/27/12