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‘Superstorm Sandy’ brought high winds and a 10-foot tidal surge that flooded South Shore homes.

South Shore slowly comes back to life after Sandy

Part one in a series on how South Shore residents are coping in the aftermath of Hurricane Sandy. This week we begin in Bellmore-Merrick. In subsequent weeks we plan to spotlight recovery efforts in other communities. more

By Julie Mansmann | 11/14/12

This house on Shore Road and Surf Drive in Bellmore is an example of devastation seen all over L.I.

South Shore slowly comes back to life after Sandy

Part one in a series on how South Shore residents are coping in the aftermath of Hurricane Sandy. This week we begin in Bellmore-Merrick. In subsequent weeks we plan to spotlight recovery efforts in other communities. John Giammarino’s one-level house stood near the intersection of Bellmore Avenue and Clubhouse Road for 30 years. But only three years after the south Bellmore resident began renting the waterfront home, his landlord sent crews to rip out what was left of the walls. more

By Julie Mansmann | 11/13/12

Supporters of embattled Town of Hempstead Clerk Mark Bonilla asked residents to boycott the town’s recent Hispanic Heritage Month celebration because he was not invited. Bonilla is facing criminal charges stemming from sexual harassment complaints against him.

Supporters rally around town clerk

Members of Latino organizations and other community groups across Long Island protested the Town of Hempstead’s Hispanic Heritage Month celebration last week in support of Mark Bonilla, the town clerk who recently said he does not plan to resign even though he faces criminal charges related to sexual harassment complaints by a town employee. more

By Julie Mansmann | 10/18/12

Graduates enter the gymnasium for North’s 55th annual commencement.

High achieving class finishes North career

When Ariel Desir’s name was called at the 55th annual Valley Stream North High School commencement, an explosion of noise erupted to the right of the stage. Her brother Darrel, one of 15 friends and family members scattered throughout the school gym, said the group had to use noisemakers, horns and loud voices when his youngest sister got her diploma. more

By Julie Mansmann | 6/27/12

Discussing crime concerns in Valley Stream are, from left, Trustee Dermond Thomas, Mayor Ed Fare, County Legislator John Ciotti, Village Treasurer John Mastromarino and Police Commissioner Thomas Krumpter.

Local officials discuss Valley Stream crime concerns

After Valley Streamers voiced their concerns about crime in the community, village and county officials recently met with Nassau County Police Department Acting Commissioner Thomas Krumpter to discuss ways to keep the area safe. more

By Julie Mansmann | 8/31/11

Jenny Weinbloom is a product of the Valley Stream Central High School District’s Performing Arts Program.

South High grad finds success in performing arts

When Valley Stream South High School alumna Jenny Weinbloom took her first acting role in district-wide productions as a seventh grader, she aspired to be a theater arts professional. more

By Julie Mansmann | 8/25/11

Members of the Bethlehem Assembly of God Church on Fairview Avenue pray during last Sunday morning’s mass. Attendance has grown at the church over the past several years.

Valley Stream church ‘a slice of heaven’

When an earthquake struck her Haitian homeland in January 2010, Monique Dorcely had to remain in her new home in Valley Stream to care for her children. She and her four daughters continued to attend services at their new church, Bethlehem Assembly of God, where they could pray for the country. more

By Julie Mansmann | 8/19/11

The Valley Stream Fire Department color guard passes fire headquarters on Rockaway Parkway during last Saturday's 3rd Battalion parade.

Rain doesn’t dampen spirits at Valley Stream parade

Marilyn Moscola said she couldn’t help but exclaim “God Bless America” as members of Boy Scout Troop 116 handed out miniature American flags to parade-goers lining Rockaway Avenue last Saturday. The 40-year resident said seeing the members of the Valley Stream Fire Department march in unison behind the boys was equally stirring. more

By Julie Mansmann | 8/10/11

Dr. John Charos of Central Veterinary Associates with the blue heron that was saved.

Teaming up to save an animal’s life

When Arlene Zuckerman headed back toward the Long Island Rail Road station after visiting her parents in Valley Stream on July 17, she did not expect to see a bird measuring three-and-a-half feet in length come crashing to the pavement. more

By Julie Mansmann | 8/3/11

Planners see bright future for Valley Stream

According to representatives of the Planning Division of the Nassau County Department of Public Works, Valley Stream is faced with similar problems related to economic development as other Long Island communities — its population is aging, some properties are vacant and residents have questions about the meaning of affordable housing. But Senior Planner Sean Sallie said the numbers show that Valley Streamers have a lot to build on. more

By Julie Mansmann | 7/13/11