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The governor’s decision is a threat to education equity
As the superintendent of schools for our community, I am deeply troubled by a recent decision by Gov. Kathy Hochul that threatens to destabilize our education system. The removal of “save harmless” from the foundation aid formula is not just a bureaucratic adjustment; it is a direct attack on our children’s future and the viability of our schools. more
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Mireille Taub, a Holocaust survivor from France and a longtime resident of Freeport, spoke at Sanford H. Calhoun High School in Merrick last week, detailing how her family fled to the United States. She also described the experience of her late husband, who lived in parts of occupied and free France during World War II.
Learning about escaping the Holocaust from a survivor
Mireille Taub, a Holocaust survivor and a Freeport resident since 1968, and Bernie Furshpan, a second-generation survivor, gave a presentation to students at Merrick’s Sanford H. Calhoun High … more
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Jose Madera has been a dedicated employee of Mount Sinai South Nassau for over 30 years and is the owner of a local deli.
Curran honors local Dominican leaders
Assemblyman Brian Curran — who represents parts of Freeport — in partnership with the Long Island Dominican Chamber of Commerce, recently organized a special Dominican Independence Event to … more
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The NAACP Youth Council and the Black Educators Committee were honored for their commitment to community service at the Freeport Recreation Center as part of the village’s annual Black History Month Celebration.
Two groups honored at Black History Month event
The village of Freeport honored the Freeport-Roosevelt NAACP Youth Council and the Black Educators Committee for their outstanding contributions as part of its Black History Month Celebration Feb. 28 … more
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Freeport resident Dante Lennon pleaded guilty on March 5 to several charges related to a fatal 2022 car crash that killed three people and injured three others.
Freeport man pleads guilty to fatal New Hyde Park crash
Dante Lennon, from Freeport, pleaded guilty to aggravated vehicular homicide and manslaughter charges following a devastating drunken high-speed crash in May 2022. more
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Rob Hallam said that he felt a calling to expand the food drive beyond his church. He has since collected tens of thousands of meals for people who need help.
Annual ‘People’s Food Drive’ off to a slow start
For the 13th year in a row, Rob Hallam is stacking boxes of food in his living room for the Long Island Council of Churches food pantry in Freeport, the standard operation for his annual People’s … more
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Aaron L. Scott, left, Marcia Odle-McNair, Mary Rano, and Galvin Bisserup Jr., all members of the Long Island Black Artist Association, at the 55th anniversary exhibition’s opening reception at Westbury Arts.
Exhibit celebrates local Black Artists at Westbury Arts
In celebration of the Long Island Black Artist Association’s 55th anniversary, Westbury Arts is the host of an exhibition that highlights more than five decades of talent from local artists. … more
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Freshmen Kassandra Marroquin and Daniela Lopez working closely together throughout the course of the science research class taught by Brian Snyder.
Freeport H.S. science teacher wins equipment grant
Brian Snyder, the science research teacher at Freeport High School, has been awarded a grant from the Society of Science, which is devoted to the promotion of science and the vital role that science … more
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Freeport High School track and field star Jordan Quinn was recognized by the USA Track and Field as Long Island’s Junior Male Athlete of the Year.
February triumphs for Freeport athletes
February proved to be a month of triumph and success for Freeport High School varsity athletes and their dedicated coaches. Superintendent of Schools Dr. Kishore Kuncham commended the athletes for … more
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Historical Society fundraiser on March 12
Anticipation is building in Freeport as residents gear up for a night of historical enlightenment and trivia fun at Jeremy’s Ale House on the Nautical Mile. Scheduled for the March 12, this event … more
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