Renovations of Dogwood Terrace, an affordable senior housing complex in Franklin Square, have been stalled — leaving residents to live in limbo.
Thanks to a $56 million investment in the state's tuition assistance program, college-bound students are getting a little more help paying for school.
The Franklin Square Historical Society, a cultural corner stone of the community, recently received a $127,000 check from the Boost Nassau Small Business Loan Program to support its initiatives.
Franklin Square-based nonprofit Rescuing Families is committed to helping families in the community retrofit and renovate their homes to elevate the quality of life for loved ones with disabilities.
A dozen Elmont neighbors joined County Legislator Carrié Solages for a community cleanup in Elmont on April 20 in observance of Earth Day.
Chris Cianciulli opened his Red Mango shop at 721 Franklin Ave. in Franklin Square back in 2013 — when the popular frozen yogurt franchise was just starting to pick up steam. At the time, there …
Owners Nicole Minor and Jose Velasquez officially debuted their new bakery The Sweet Life Bake Shop on May 12 and are excited to offer quality desserts to the Franklin Square community. Minor, …
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My reading of history, however, is that for the most part — whether it be everyday people, intellectuals or world leaders — there was little realization during those years that the world as they knew it was that much different from what had come before. Until it was. Or that tragedy lay ahead. Until it was too late.
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Here’s an anniversary no one wants to celebrate: The Columbine school shooting — April 20, 1999 — just passed its 25th anniversary. Why, why, why bring up such a horrific event? Perhaps because it hasn’t stopped.
Editorial
The remarkable resilience and sacrifice of mother is shown through the extraordinary life of Elinor Sullivan, whose daring feats in aviation were matched only by her dedication to motherhood.
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The data is clear: Kids spending more time online and on social media is detrimental to their mental health.