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Even though it was only the first day, students were already ready to get to class.

Locust Valley students head back to school

Locust Valley Central School Districts students were back in class on Sept. 4 after a relaxing summer break. The young scholars got the chance to catch up with their friends, meet their new teachers, … more

9/6/24

The Long Beach City Council and the community have been discussing a potential ordinance to tackle one main issue: Airbnbs.

Long Beach City Council debates proposed ordinance

The Long Beach City Council discussed a proposed ordinance to regulate short-term rentals like Airbnb, potentially banning rentals under 28 days with hefty penalties. more

By Angelina Zingariello | 9/6/24

Ben Metzger, of Studio Noir, the man behind the creation of Deez Guyzz, jammed out with his former students.

These Long Beach rockers were the stars at Bright Eye Beer Co.

Deez Guyzz, a Long Beach band, isn’t your typical musical group. Sure, they play instruments, perform at gigs and rock out, but that’s basically where the similarities end. The band … more

By Brendan Carpenter | 9/6/24

Your lawn may be killing you — and many other creatures

Glyphosate, the active ingredient in Roundup, is listed by the World Health Organization as a probable carcinogen. Pesticides like this one are being applied with abandon on Long Island’s lawns, endangering the Island’s only aquifer while threatening the health of its human residents as well as the birds, bees and household pets that share our biosphere. more

By Kevin Kelley | 9/6/24

Reading about local schools? Consider yourself lucky.

I’ve been in the local news business a long time. Not long enough to remember the first handwritten newspaper, distributed in Venice in 1566, or the first printed news sheets, published in Germany in 1605, but I go back. more

By Randi Kreiss | 9/6/24

The case for an incorporated Village of Baldwin

Our family, like many others, moved to Baldwin for its beautiful diversity, high-quality schools, safe neighborhoods, and proximity to New York City. We had long admired its picturesque homes and manicured lawns, signs of a peaceful and prosperous quality of life. Indeed, Baldwin is full of great assets and resources, yet few would argue that the community has realized its full potential. more

By Karl Valere | 9/6/24

As schools reopen, drivers know the drill

“School’s Open — Drive Carefully” has been the annual refrain in a back-to-school safety-awareness campaign that is now nearly 80 years old. But it’s worth repeating every September. more

9/6/24

See something, say something: Your vigilance is vital

In a world where unpredictable events can unfold in the blink of an eye, it has never been more important for every member of our communities to play an active role in maintaining their safety and security...The simple act of noticing something unusual and reporting it can be the key to preventing a crime, averting a disaster, or saving a life. more

By Michael Giangregorio | 9/6/24

Keep summer’s colors going as we transition into fall and enjoy the season’s last moments around your home

Extraordinary blooms for the your garden

While we transition into fall, there’s no reason to give up on summer’s blossoms just yet. Colors abound and late summer delghts linger on — for a while longer. more

By Karen Bloom | 9/4/24

Representatives of the North Oyster Bay Baymen’s Association asserted that their shellfishing operations would not impact the environmental study planned by the town.

Baymen’s association opposes moratorium in Town of Oyster Bay harbors

A group of independent baymen from Oyster Bay has voiced strong opposition to a proposed six-month moratorium on shellfishing in the town, arguing that the move is wrong and unfairly impacts their … more

By Mike Polansky | 9/3/24

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