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From a Gioachino Rossini overture to Leonard Bernstein’s ‘Mambo,’ Valley Stream Central High School district student musicians gave a genre-expansive performance at Manhattan’s Carnegie Hall on April 4.

'A dream come to life': Valley Stream Central High School District concert takes center stage at Carnegie Hall

To performers the world over Carnegie Hall is synonymous with enduring musical renown. Its dazzling auditoriums have played host to household names like Tchaikovsky and the Beatles whose performances … more

By Juan Lasso | 5/17/24

Memorial Junior High School students with a member of the Disabled American Veterans and some of the toiletry items collected during the close-out Veterans Toiletry Drive last Friday.

Village of Valley Stream unites to boost veterans’ toiletry drive

The Valley Stream community collected vital toiletry items for homeless and poverty-stricken veterans in an event that kicked off at Wheeler Avenue Elementary School and ended at Valley Stream … more

By Angelina Zingariello | 5/17/24

Four candidates — one incumbent and three challengers — are aiming to nab two seats up for grabs on District 13’s Board of Education Election on May 21.

School board election 2024: Meet the Valley Stream District 13 school board candidates

Four candidates are vying for two contested seats on District 13’s Board of Education on May 21. Newcomer Jaianti Singh and previous challenger Andrew Sgro are vying for the open seat of … more

By Juan Lasso | 5/17/24

Mike Stanko, right, a lifelong resident of Valley Stream, had his signature “pop realist” artwork on display at the Pagan-Fletcher Restoration earlier this month.

'The Art of Stanko' exhibition is a colorful ode to Valley Stream

It was a full house at the Pagan-Fletcher Restoration turned exhibition gallery to showcase the work of New American painter and hometown darling Mike Stanko. The record-breaking turnout on opening … more

By Juan Lasso | 5/17/24

Milagros Vicente, recipient of the N-New York State School Boards Association Outstanding School Board Service Award, has worn many hats and supported a variety of causes.

This Valley Stream District 13 trustee receives high honors for service

She’s left an indelible mark in Valley Stream’s public life and public education system. Valley Stream District 13’s Board of Education trustee Milagros Vicente was handed the … more

By Juan Lasso | 5/17/24

The Nassau County K-9 unit shows local kids what they can do during the recent Nassau County Police Department open house at the David S. Mack Center for Training and Intelligence.

Learning about cops, straight from the source

For nearly a century, the men and women of the Nassau County Police Department have put themselves on the line, protecting the communities they love. But how exactly do they do it? Some 2,400 … more

By Kepherd Daniel | 5/17/24

Junior pitcher Grace Ryan, who posted a .698 batting average with four home runs and 35 RBI, was part of a deep Vikings’ lineup.

North Shore produces 11-win season

The big bats of North Shore’s softball team created lots of runs and excitement, but not a playoff berth. The Vikings finished at an outstanding 11-4, posting 198 runs in 15 games … more

By Marc Berman | 5/17/24

What if you had to vote right now?

Last week, we were treated (or subjected, in one instance) to two presidential events unfolding simultaneously in different places. As the day progressed, I understood that if we see and hear nothing else during the campaign, we will realize, as sentient beings and patriots, that only one man deserves the honor of serving as our president. Only one man is intellectually and temperamentally fit for the job. more

By Randi Kreiss | 5/17/24

Let’s rethink the war in Ukraine

Now that the Ukrainian military aid bill has been passed, we have an opportunity to assess the developing conflict and offer suggestions. more

By Arnold Oliver | 5/17/24

With hurricane season coming, be prepared

The looming possibility of natural disasters — such as hurricanes and other severe storms — poses a significant, and ongoing, threat to Long Island, and particularly for those living in more vulnerable coastal communities, like Long Beach and Freeport, which are most susceptible to damage caused by high winds and surging floodwaters. more

5/17/24

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