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Danica Jovel, Maia Arce and Walter Jovel, on the front lawn of the Waldinger Memorial Library, marvel at Monday’s solar eclipse.

Solar Eclipse 2024: Valley Stream villagers gather for a historic lesson in astronomy

For Jeanette Azzaretto, Science Department Chair at Valley Stream South High School, it was the celestial event of the year, the astronomical Super Bowl. On Monday, the moon progressively wedged … more

By Juan Lasso | 4/12/24

Valley Stream Mayor Edwin Fare administers the oath of Office to Trustee John L. Tufarelli as his wife Donna Marie Tufarelli, holds the Bible at a village reorganization meeting on April 1.

Valley Stream Village board has reorganization meeting

The village of Valley Stream held its annual reorganization meeting on April 1 to formally install its newly elected officers to the board of trustees as well as reshuffle and renew village … more

By Juan Lasso | 4/12/24

Nassau County Executive Bruce Blakeman, Commissioner of Police Patrick Ryder, Chief Fire Marshall Mike Uttaro, and Commissioner of the Office of Emergency Management Rich Corbett briefing the county, following this morning’s earthquake.

Valley Stream shaken by east coast quake

One of the strongest earthquakes on the East Coast since 2011 was felt by thousands of people throughout the entire region on April 5. A preliminary report by USGS states that there was a 4.8 … more

By Ben Fiebert | 4/12/24

The event also featured group activities and discussions around mental health.

This Olympic gold medalist visits Valley Stream Central High School District

Female athletes in the Valley Stream Central High School District were recently treated to a special visit by Olympic gold medalist swimmer Samantha Arsenault Livingstone. The visit highlighted the … more

By Juan Lasso | 4/12/24

Kaleihah Martin, left, and Tatiana Rosello comprise the bulk of varsity experience for the Falcons, who graduated 13 off last year’s roster.

VSS rebuilds after big departures

For Demetri Adrahtas, coaching the Valley Stream South softball team used to be about competing for the Nassau County title every year. But now that South has dropped to Conference 6, Adrahtas … more

By Andrew Fantucchio | 4/8/24

Senior pitcher Julia Apsel limited powerhouse Missouri to four hits over nine innings March 26 and is the ace of Hofstra’s staff.

Hofstra softball eyes repeat conference title

Hofstra’s softball team is seeking an encore from the program’s first NCAA Tournament appearance since 2018 last season with many new faces. Led largely by five veteran fifth-year … more

By Andrew Coen | 4/5/24

Pitcher Danny Kelleher, a South Side High School graduate, is a key member of the Pride bullpen.

Hofstra baseball swings for the fences

The Hofstra baseball team missed out on a chance to defend its conference title last year and is fueled for a return to the championship stage in late May this spring. After reaching the NCAA … more

By Andrew Coen | 4/5/24

Tim Baker/Herald photos Jacqueline Bove, Renee Sanchez, Ileana Alfonso, Lissa Nelson, and Tatiana Rodriguez gathered to celebrate the collection of feminine products that will be given to the food pantry at the United Methodist Church in Westbury and to another Long Island food pantry.

See how Long Island Jewish Valley Stream Hospital is fighting 'period poverty' in 2024

In the fight against period poverty, learn about the collaborative efforts led by Long Island Jewish Valley Stream Hospital, the National Council of Jewish Women, and Delta Sigma Theta Sorority Inc. to provide menstrual products to underserved women. more

By Angelina Zingariello | 4/5/24

Chosen by their principals for their leadership and academic achievements, Gunand Thind, Mary Youssef and Ashley-Ann Francis stepped up to represent their peers as the Valley Stream Central High School District’s liaisons to the board of education.

Meet the first all-female team of student liaisons to the Valley Stream Central High School District Board of Education

Meet Gunand Thind, Mary Youssef, and Ashley-Ann Francis, the trio of Valley Stream high school seniors appointed as student liaisons to the Central High School Board of Education. more

By Juan Lasso | 4/5/24

Art teacher Katherine Aragon, student Hannah Wallach, and art teacher Edward Lee pose with their pieces of artwork alongside various other students and teachers across Long Island.

Valley Stream South High School art talent on display at The Firefly Artists gallery

Paintings from dozens of art educators and students on Long Island were put on exhibit earlier this year at The Firefly Artists gallery, a beloved bastion of eclectic, local artistry, in Northport. … more

By Juan Lasso | 4/5/24

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