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A local historian’s project became a reality on Monday with the release of the “Images of America” Valley Stream edition, authored by local resident Bill Florio. The project started in … more
Mario Cuomo’s speech to the Democratic National Convention in 1984 was the first speech that ever truly inspired me. I had just graduated from Boston College that May . . . more
The meanest streets are in India. As the holidays are celebrated across America, I have just left . . . more
At the 11th hour of the 11th day of the 11th month of 1918, an armistice between Germany and the Allied forces went into effect. more
I couldn’t believe my ears: The bard of 19th century America, Walt Whitman (1819-1892), was bellowing lines from “America” in his actual voice . . . more
I can’t explain precisely how I determined which college I would attend. The process was more art than science. more
Bring on those fireworks! It’s time for another round of revelry to mark our nation’s birthday. more
Valley Stream’s history has been well documented over the years, and soon, that history will be recorded in a well-known book series. more
Reading is a way of life at the William L. Buck Elementary School, but on March 6, it was literally everywhere. Students and staff celebrated Read Across America Day with a host of activities. more
In an era when too many politicians seem to be focused primarily on staying in office, U.S. Rep. Carolyn McCarthy has announced that she will be stepping down, and State Sen. Charles Fuschillo Jr. has already done so. more
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