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Children and adults with special needs in the Hempstead ANCHOR program took to the dance floor in the Legion’s annual ANCHOR Dance last Tuesday.

For yet another year, the Valley Stream American Legion Post 854 hall hosted residents from the Town of Hempstead’s ANCHOR program for an evening of dinner and dance last Tuesday. For … more

By Juan Lasso | 12/1/23

We honor the fallen, but must not forget our veterans

After our collective pause on Memorial Day to honor those who made the ultimate sacrifice, it behooves us to take the next step by renewing our commitment to taking care of veterans right here in Nassau County. more

By Joshua A. Lafazan | 6/22/23

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

Honor the men and women of the armed forces

There are just two federal holidays each year acknowledging — and thanking — the brave men and women of the U.S. armed forces for their service to our country. more

11/10/22

The Legislature is focused on helping veterans

Recently I joined the Nassau County Legislature’s majority caucus, veterans groups and County Executive Bruce Blakeman to announce the creation of a program to provide grants of up to $10,000 to every eligible veterans hall in the county. more

By Bill Gaylor | 4/14/22

Isaiah Coombs, of Boy Scout Troop 109, led a project to refurbish the Andrew Fatscher Memorial outside Valley Stream American Legion Post 854.

Eagle Scout candidate repairs American Legion monument

Isaiah Coombs, of Boy Scout Troop 109, is leading a refurbishment of the Andrew Fatscher memorial monument outside the post to help ensure the community remembers the fallen soldiers that it memorializes. more

By Jessica M. Semins | 7/1/21

Acting Band Manager Juan Pimentao, of the New York Naval Cadet Corps, directed the band during drills in Valley Stream on Saturday, when the Valley Stream American Legion invited the group to its hall for practice.

Navy cadets drill away at the Valley Stream American Legion

The halls of the Valley Stream American Legion echoed on Saturday with shouts and the thud of stomping boots. “Right flank march,” went a command. “Left flank march,” went … more

By Peter Belfiore | 3/26/21

Malverne American Legion Post 44 volunteer Peter Mura, 16, donated food items to first responders at the Javits Center at the height of the pandemic.

Malverne American Legion volunteer supports first responders through service project

When Malverne American Legion Post 44 volunteer Peter Mura, 16, found out in March that he had been selected as the post’s delegate to the annual American Legion Boys State summer program, he … more

By Nakeem Grant | 7/30/20

Boy Scout Tracy Colena, 18, painted the stairway at the post as part of his Eagle Scout project.

Boy Scout supports disabled veterans at Malverne American Legion through project

The basement of American Legion Post 44 in Malverne needed renovations — and since many veterans groups hold meetings there, Boy Scout Tracy Colena said he was compelled to refurbish it as his … more

By Nakeem Grant | 11/28/19

Honoree Edward Buckley of Buckley’s and his wife Dolores, center, with their children, grandchildren and local officials at the Valley Stream American Legion on March 8.

Buckley’s owner honored for 50 years in business in V.S.

Since 1969, Buckley’s Restaurant & Pub has sat on South Franklin Avenue, its sign serving as a green and white beacon for those coming home on the Long Island Rail Road or just passing by. And … more

By Peter Belfiore | 3/21/19

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