Sixth-grade students in North Merrick have been mentoring their peers in third-grade throughout the school year, assisting them with academic, social and emotional challenges, and fostering a supportive environment for all students.
First graders at Glenwood Landing School took to the stage dressed in decorative “out of this world costumes” on March 20 for the interdisciplinary Astronomy Celebration in front of their teachers, Principal Bridget Finder, administrators, parents, and family members.
The Nassau County 4th Battalion Fire District and the Nassau County Firefighters Burn Center Foundation hosted the annual Firefighters Burn Center Benefit at Malverne Fire Department headquarters last Sunday. Firefighters from Malverne, Lakeview, East Rockaway, Lynbrook and Rockville Centre attended.
Valley Stream Education
College isn’t the only pipeline to a stable future — and the Valley Stream Central High School district knows it. With a revamped approach to career and technical education, the district …
Testing, one, two, three — Baldwin High School @ Shubert is unveiling its newest addition to its growing campus: the One Flight Up Sound Studio.
Elected leaders from across Nassau County rallied on April 1 at Barnum Island Fire District headquarters in opposition to New York state’s RAPID Act.
Tony Leone and his wife, Marla D’Urso, are turning a former East Rockaway bank building into Strongbox Theater, a new local venue offering affordable theater experiences. The theater’s first event, a short play festival, is set for May 2025.
A pedestrian in Long Beach was hit by an e-bike while crossing the street On East Park Avenue by Riverside Boulevard Friday night. Police found the 68-year-old man lying in the road with a …
March Book Madness came to a climactic conclusion at Park Avenue Elementary School in the North Bellmore School District, where hundreds of students voted “Magic Ramen: The Story of Momofuku Ando” by Andrea Wang as the best book of the school year on April 2.
Woodward Children’s Center students dazzled audiences with a moving and high-energy performance of “The Wiz,” a milestone for the school’s growing musical theater program and a triumph for students overcoming emotional challenges.
PSEG Long Island is helping Franklin Square businesses thrive with grants for energy upgrades, storefront makeovers, and community revitalization!
In a heartfelt tribute to late Town of Hempstead Councilman Chris Carini, the Hometown Boys and Girls Flag Football League ended its spring season on March 30 by renaming its championship trophies in his honor.
Editorial
It is National Volunteer Month, a time to recognize the vital contributions of volunteers and encourage others to take part in acts of service.
Columnist
The sudden rise in deadly accidents on Long Island’s streets and highways is deeply alarming, and demands actions.
Columnist
Nassau County has enjoyed a lot of success during my time as county executive.
Columnist
Nassau County’s fiscal year 2025 capital infrastructure plan is being held up by County Executive Bruce A. Blakeman’s refusal to negotiate with the Democratic minority on grants for important community projects and funding for first responders in the communities we represent.
Columnist
In an increasingly anxious world, schools are no longer just teachers of reading, writing, and arithmetic; they are now are teaching the skills and habits of well-being, both physical and mental.