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A dead mouse was caught in a pest glue trap in a classroom at Valley Stream North High School.
Valley Stream students cry foul over 'repulsive' rodent problem
Valley Stream North High School senior Manmeet Singh dreads the thought of going to school for what could be scuttling near his feet. For months, he reports, teachers and classmates have been sharing … more
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Nassau County Police Emerald Society Pipes & Drums took The Lannin hall by storm at Eisenhower Park in paying tribute to Nassau’s 125th anniversary. It was all part of an all-star gala last week hosted by Nassau County Executive Bruce Blakeman.
125 years of Nassau County: Much history to celebrate, much more work to preserve it.
Nassau County turned 125 earlier this year, and an eclectic grouping of politicians, artists and celebrities celebrated with the clinking of glasses at The Lannin catering hall at Eisenhower Park in … more
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The Village of Valley Stream unveiled the installation of its veteran banners program with banners hanging through Rockaway Avenue ahead of Memorial Day.
New veteran banners adorn the Village of Valley Stream in time for Memorial Day
There’s no shortage of appreciation for veterans in the Village of Valley Stream, and the installation ceremony for the Veterans Banner program on May 17 was no exception. Village officials … more
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Howell Road students were exposed to farming practices at Crossroads Farm.
Howell Road students visit Crossroads Farm
H owell Road Elementary School students took an educational excursion to Crossroads Farm. The collaboration between Crossroads Farm and Valley Stream District 13 aims to enrich students’ … more
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James A. Dever students learned about helping students to understand the unique ways in which classmates with sensory sensitivities learn and interact.
James A. Dever learns about neurodiversity
James A. Dever Elementary School proudly celebrated Neurodiversity Week recently, spearheaded by the school’s dedicated speech team, as part of National Speech-Language-Hearing Month. The … more
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Wishing for some of that World War II-era wisdom
Recently I had the opportunity to take part in a forum on President Franklin D. Roosevelt’s Four Freedoms, hosted by Cornell University’s Institute of Politics and Global Affairs, which is directed by former U.S. Rep. Steve Israel. more
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A broader path to a future of cleaner energy
Poll after poll shows that most Americans believe the United States is more divided than usual. With many contentious issues appearing to lack compromises, constructive policies can emerge, but zealots on either side must have no greater influence in the debate, and solutions must be based not on either side’s so-called “facts,” but rather on the truth. more
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After 125 years, Nassau County still thrives
Celebrating 125 years, Nassau County, formed in 1898 from parts of Queens, has become New York’s fifth-largest county, known for its spacious homes, quiet neighborhoods, excellent schools, rich history, and vibrant community spirit. more
Our public schools deserve better
After months of contentious budget negotiations, the State Legislature and Gov. Kathy Hochul recently agreed to a historic $237 billion state spending plan. more
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Recapturing times gone by in politics
Everyone agrees that there is a massive lack of bipartisanship in today’s political arena. Washington, D.C., is the poster child for warfare between Democrats and Republicans. Which is why my recent trip to Albany was a throwback to times gone by. I refer specifically to an event known as the Pilots Dinner. more
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