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Seaford Superintendent Adele Pecora at the start of her second year overseeing the district. She said that technology would be a critical component in enhancing learning across all grades.

Schools head Pecora exudes 'Seaford Pride'

Seaford Schools Superintendent Dr. Adele Pecora may be from Massapequa, but she projects Seaford Pride. A thoroughgoing professional with nearly 30 years of experience, she has only the highest praise for the district and the community and communicates a determination to do well by both. more

By Timothy Denton | 1/18/38

Jayvian Allen during one of the Freeport High School football games.

Red Devils football player ‘Heart of a Giant’ finalist

Freeporter High School Red Devils football player Jayvian Allen, 16, was nominated for USA Football’s Heart of a Giant Award presented by Hospital for Special Surgery and the New York Giants in … more

By Nadya Nataly | 11/15/19

Thurston Gaines flew 26 missions as a Tuskegee Institute-trained fighter pilot for the U.S. Army Air Corps.

Remembering Freeport’s own Tuskegee Institute hero

Freeport native Thurston Gaines looks friendly and unassuming in a photo that appeared in the 1940 edition of Voyageur, Freeport High School’s yearbook. Little would one know that he was destined for greatness as a Tuskegee Institute-trained fighter pilot who flew 26 missions for the U.S. Army Air Corps. more

By Denise Rushton | 11/15/19

Voters approved a $27.7 million bond for the East Rockaway School District on Thursday.

Voters approve $27.7M bond for East Rockaway School District

Voters in the East Rockaway School District approved on Thursday a $27.7 million bond to fund upgrades and repairs to all three of school buildings. more

By Mike Smollins | 11/15/19

Don Clavin declared victory in the Town of Hempstead supervisor race on Nov. 5, but the Nassau County Board of Elections is still tallying ballots and has until Nov. 29 to declare a winner.

Town of Hempstead supervisor race remains undecided

More than a week after Election Day, the Hempstead Town supervisor race remains undecided. more

By Mike Smollins | 11/14/19

Third-grade students in Mrs. MacDermott’s class boosted their science knowledge through a partnership with the Theodore Roosevelt Sanctuary and Audubon Center on Oct. 11.

Birds of a feather learn together

Third graders across Baldwin elementary schools are experiencing science in a fun and exciting way through the “For the Birds” program, a place-based series of lessons about birds and their … more

11/14/19

Baldwin Civic Association Vice President Steve Greenfield shared his concerns during the public comment period of the first Baldwin Downtown Revitalization Initiative Local Planning Committee meeting on Nov. 7.

Baldwin downtown revitalization planning kicks off at BHS

Representatives of New York state and VHB Engineering, a consulting team, fielded questions from members of the public at the first meeting of the Baldwin Downtown Revitalization Initiative Local … more

By Bridget Downes | 11/14/19

Members of the Baldwin American Legion Post 246, — from left, John Atkins, County Commander Al Ficalora, Mike Miller, Ken Cadieux, Baldwin Post Commander Bob Hare, Post Chaplain John Meyer, John Sandhaas and Gene Perceval — honored those who have served the country at the post’s annual Veterans Day Ceremony on Monday.

Honoring those who have ‘done their duty’

Dozens of residents, veterans and elected officials turned out for the annual Baldwin American Legion Post 246 Veterans Day ceremony on Monday to honor those who have served the country. Post … more

By Bridget Downes | 11/14/19

Residents and protesters crowded Ocean Avenue, in front of Malverne High School, circa 1963, over plans to integrate Malverne Public Schools.

Getting past Malverne district’s past

Part four in a series. More than 50 years ago, racial tensions in the Malverne School District peaked. Prejudice divided the local community as hostilities mounted. Today, however, the district is … more

By Nakeem Grant and Robert Traverso | 11/14/19

In the week leading up to Veterans Day, Jim Carlina reflected on his service in Vietnam.

Merrick veteran reconnects with his savior

It was supposed to be a simple troop and supply transport. Jim Carlina, a young military soldier at the time, was in a helicopter hauling several tons of water to a landing zone in war-torn Vietnam. The mission went awry when engine fires caused a crash landing. Carlina would never forget the dizzying, life-changing experiences that followed. more

By Andrew Garcia | 11/14/19

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