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Kevin and Michael Bacon — brothers, songwriters, and multi-instrumentalists — have merged their individual careers into success as bandmates.

Bound by blood and a mutual love of American roots music, the Bacon Brothers have spent the past quarter-century in a creative whirl, funneling their shared DNA into their unique sound that crosses genres. They call that sound “Forosoco” — a blend of folk, rock, soul and country influences, delivered by two songwriters who were born to collaborate — and it’s taken the siblings across the world. more

By Karen Bloom | 6/21/23

Maestro Scott Jackson Wiley will pick up his baton one more time as conductor of the South Shore Symphony Orchestra for their annual concert at St. Agnes Cathedral.

Some final notes: Celebrated South Shore Symphony music director bids farewell

It’s the end of era. The South Shore Symphony’s distinguished music director and conductor Scott Jackson Wiley will pass on his baton after the orchestra’s performance at St. Agnes Cathedral in Rockville Centre on Sunday. more

By Karen Bloom | 5/31/23

The school board: Not always polite, but indispensable

So you’re looking for a way to give back to your community? Maybe burnish your resume for a future run for public office? Look no further than your local education board. more

By Mark Nolan | 5/11/23

A principal’s buyout is worth discussing

The Sewanhaka Central High School District has proposed a budget of nearly $245 million for the 2023-24 academic year, funding a number of projects beginning this fall . . . more

5/4/23

‘The Things They Carried,’ and the lessons they taught

I’m known as a surly crank. I’m blunt but honest, satirical yet sympathetic. I can be both acerbic and considerate. more

By Mark Nolan | 4/20/23

Andy Butera is honored by the East Meadow Fire Department and American Legion Post 1082, in a photo that helped photo Tim Baker win an award from the New York Press Association over the weekend.

Herald wins nine state awards, including best sports feature

Herald Community Newspapers took home nine state awards at the New York Press Association’s annual Better Newspaper Contest over the weekend in Albany. more

STAFF REPORT | 4/1/23

The shell game we like to call graduation rates

State taxpayers remain mostly blinded by educational obfuscations like the high school graduation rate. more

By Mark Nolan | 3/9/23

Luke Feldman, left, and Tyler Bissoondial were named semifinalists in the 2023 Society for Science & Public Science Talent Search competition, sponsored by the pharmaceutical company Regeneron.

Meet Tyler Bissoondial and Luke Feldman: Semifinalists in prestigious Regeneron science competition

Two seniors at John F. Kennedy High School, in the Bellmore-Merrick Central High School District, have been named semifinalists in the 2023 Society for Science & Public Science Talent Search competition, sponsored by the pharmaceutical company Regeneron. more

By Jordan Vallone | 1/26/23

The Calhoun Alumni Association recently announced its 2023 inductees for its Hall of Fame. Above, members of the association enjoyed a Friday After Thanksgiving Party, an annual celebration for graduates to come together.

Calhoun's alumni association announces Hall of Fame inductees

To the Calhoun Alumni Association, everyone is worthy of a spot in the Hall of Fame. Recently, they announced their 2023 inductees, and set a ceremony for this April. more

By Jordan Vallone | 1/19/23

Samantha Nadler, a senior in Mepham’s Symphonic Band and Wind Ensemble, composed a song called ‘Christmas in Kyiv,’ which will be played during next week’s winter concert.

Things to do: Want to take a 'Walk in the Park’ with Mepham High School's band?

Wellington C. Mepham High School's band has been working tirelessly to prepare two songs for their upcoming winter concert. A song, written by senior Samantha Nadler, and a second piece written by Mepham alumnus and famous composer, Carl Strommen, are included in the set. more

By Jordan Vallone | 12/15/22

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