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It feels like so many drivers are in a constant rush these days, but that’s no excuse to ignore the posted speed limits. more

5/18/23

Is fossil fuel-generated energy gone with the wind?

Island Park doesn’t generate daily headlines — and residents like it that way. This historic community is best known . . . more

By Ronald J. Rosenberg | 5/18/23

Books are an exception to the lending rule

In “Hamlet,” Polonius said to Laertes, “Neither a borrower nor a lender be . . ." more

5/18/23

Something’s going wrong in Florida

I can’t help writing about the state of Florida, because it seems more detached from America than any of the other 49 states. more

5/18/23

Angel Ramos, left, and Tiffany Capers were voted in as trustees for the Elmont Union Free School District education board Tuesday night. Ramos is new to the board, toppling longtime trustee Anthony Maffea.

Capers, Ramos win board seats in Elmont

The voters have spoken. Tiffany Capers will keep her seat on the Elmont elementary school district education board, while Angel Ramos will join for the first time after ballots were tallied May 16. … more

By Ana Borruto | 5/17/23

Gather 'round the grill: It's time for some sizzle

Get fired up! Memorial Day weekend is fast approaching, and with it barbecue season is upon us. more

By Karen Bloom | 5/16/23

Elected officials, Elmont community leaders and others joined the New York Racing Association at Belmont Park to kick off opening day on May 4, and to announce the state’s approval of a $455 million loan to renovate the historic horse racing facility.

$455M loan approved by state lawmakers for Belmont Park project

The Belmont Park redevelopment plan is officially off to the races. Gov. Kathy Hochul and other state lawmakers gave approval to a $455 million loan that will fund the complete modernization of … more

By Ana Borruto | 5/14/23

What to know before the Franklin Square library election on May 16

The Franklin Square Public Library is proposing a $2.8 million budget for 2023-24 — a roughly $94,000 increase over the current year. In an annual budget newsletter to the community, library … more

By Ana Borruto | 5/14/23

The Franklin Square school district is made up of three elementary schools — John Street, Polk Street and Washington Street. The school board is increasing its budget next year by $3.7 million, which will allows the district to maintain its current programs and create new ones.

Franklin Square school district's $48.1M budget proposal promises a new playground installation and library renovation

The Franklin Square Union Free School District which encompasses three elementary schools — John Street, Polk Street and Washington Street School — is proposing a $48.1 million spending plan for … more

By Ana Borruto | 5/14/23

Princesa Celina, with jockey Jose Ortiz aboard, won the opening race of the 40-day 2023 spring/summer meet at Belmont Park May 4.

Live horse racing returns to Belmont Park for 2023 season

Following a nearly eight-month stay at Aqueduct Racetrack, live racing on the New York Racing Association, Inc. circuit returned to Belmont Park on May 4 for the 2023 spring/summer meet. The … more

By Tony Bellissimo | 5/14/23

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