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Seaford school district teachers Tara Flood, left, Ann-Marie Motisi, Laura Maciag and Stephanie Lucia were honored as Seaford’s 2023 Teachers of the Year at American Legion Post 1132 on March 20.
Seaford students are the American dream
The Legion hosted its annual Americanism essay contest on March 20 at Edwin Welch Jr. Post 1132. The event is a partnership with the Seaford school district and St. William the Abbot school, in which fourth- and fifth-graders write essays about America. more
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Graffiti in parks? Blame Albany's bail reform, Councilman Christopher Carini says
Late last month, graffiti containing hate messages was found at Estella Park in Seaford. Police identified it as a criminal mischief incident — but no one has been charged yet. more
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More than 3,000 newspapers have closed across the country since 2005, resulting in countless communities losing essential platforms for sharing their stories. The Empire State Local News Coalition intends to reverse that by advancing new legislation and initiatives that would protect jobs, and incentivize small business to advertise.
Coalition formed to advocate for local journalism
A statewide group of local news organizations — comprising of more than 100 newspapers across New York — has launched The Empire State Local News Coalition, a joint advocacy effort to advance a legislative package intended to deliver long-term sustainability to the sector. more
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Myles Schnaier, at right, the Seaford Class of 2023 salutatorian, and his sister Rachel Schnaier, organized a book drive and collected over 1,000 books for the non-profit organization Book Fairies, which is based in Freeport.
Myles and Rachel Schnaier collect 1,020 books for Book Fairies
In early June, Seaford High School students Myles Schnaier — Salutatorian of the class of 2023 — and his sister Rachel — an upcoming junior — organized a book drive and donated 1,020 books to the Book Fairies, a non-profit organization that distributes new and gently used books to under-resourced communities on Long Island. more
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Richard Colavita has spent over 30 years teaching science to students at Wantagh High School. Early this year, Colavita received a letter from the Harvard Club of Long Island, recognizing him as a distinguished teacher.
Wantagh High School educator discusses career, Harvard Club recognition
When Melanie Volz graduated from Wantagh High School as the Class of 2021 valedictorian, she wanted to find a way to give back to the teachers who helped shape her education. more
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Representatives of the honored charities with Grand Knight Michael Nardo, fifth from left, after the distribution ceremony.
Seaford's Memorare Knights of Columbus host charity fund distribution ceremony
Seaford’s Memorare Council of the Knights of Columbus hosted its annual charity fund check distribution ceremony during its council meeting on March 20. The council honored 13 charities … more
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The students were honored to receive Morales’ critique of their work when he visited their school on May 17.
Composer Erik Morales listens as Wantagh students rehearse his world premiere
Members of the Wantagh High School band received a real treat as they prepped for their spring concert: The renowned composer whose music they have been practicing led them through a special rehearsal. more
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The Solar Impulse 2 displays its slippery aerodynamic design. It has broken world records for global flight and it is preparing to break more as it plans its next leg to Europe in the days ahead.
Solar Impulse 2 at JFK [Photo gallery]
Local Island Park photographer Joseph Abate was one of only two newspaper photographers at an incredible event, and he was excited to share his photos with our readers.  The Solar Impulse 2 is … more
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Nassau County Executive Bruce Blakeman displays a voter card he said was sent to a voter in his jurisdiction, incorrectly labeling them as a registered Democrat. According to Phoenix Graphics, the cause was human error.
‘Human error’ caused mailing issue, Phoenix Graphics says. Bruce Blakeman is not blaming Nassau County Democrats.
Anyone receiving a voter mail check card erroneously identifying them as a registered Democrat, there are a few things to know. more
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Community fights back after Maria Regina teacher fired
A third-grade teacher at Maria Regina Catholic School claims he was fired from his job after the Diocese of Rockville Centre was made aware of photos on social media. more
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