In East Meadow, Country Fusion meets Garden Social

From cowboy boots to sneakers, dancers of all kinds have shuffled across the floor at Garden Social in East Meadow, learning the art of country line dancing one step at a time.

What Rockville Centre school district is doing to support students and families

The Rockville Centre School District offers a variety of educational and recreational programs throughout the year, providing valuable support for students, families and adults in the community.

North Shore School District celebrates the Lunar New Year

North Shore School District hosts 2nd Annual District-Wide Lunar New Year Celebration on Feb. 4.

West Hempstead Lions host Super Bowl Sunday pancake breakfast

Early Sunday morning, members of the West Hempstead Lions club gathered to prepare for their annual pancake breakfast. Members spend months pulling this event together, as their annual Super Bowl Sunday pancake breakfast is the clubs biggest fundraiser of the year. Money raised supports the clubs community efforts throughout the year.

It’s Campbell vs. Nicks for the 2nd L.D.

The Nassau County Republican Committee has nominated Karin B. Campbell, a longtime community advocate and former Westbury Board of Education president, as its candidate for the 2nd Legislative District in the Nassau County Legislature.

Wantagh, Levittown districts react to Gov. Hochul's ban on phones in schools

A statewide smartphone ban would require school districts to restrict the use of the devices in classrooms to promote what Gov. Kathy Hochul describes as “distraction-free learning.” While some districts, including Wantagh, already have policies prohibiting smartphone use, others worry that the initiative may go too far.

Dentists treat 1,700 children to free oral care

The Cradle of Aviation, in Uniondale, hosted over 1,700 students and dental care providers for this year’s Give Kids A Smile Day on Feb. 7, making it the largest dental care event in the county’s history.

Potential federal funding cuts to education could raise taxes

As President Trump considers executive action to dismantle the U.S. Department of Education, local districts like Lynbrook and East Rockaway are closely monitoring the potential impact on their …

Along Nassau County's South Shore, decades of fun at Twin Oaks Day Camp

For half a century, Twin Oaks Day Camp has been a summer haven for generations of campers, who have created memories and friendships lasting a lifetime. As the camp marks its 50th anniversary this summer, its leaders are reflecting on what makes Twin Oaks a special place, drawing families to return year after year. 

Freeport community reacts to ICE Collaboration with Nassau police

Freeport residents are voicing concerns over Nassau County’s agreement allowing local police to collaborate with Immigration and Customs Enforcement, sparking fears of increased deportations and racial profiling.

Long Beach City Council approves new fitness equipment for recreation center

The Long Beach Recreation Center is upgrading its outdated fitness equipment with new cardio and weight machines, funded by a Community Development Block Grant.

Department of Education in limbo: What’s at stake for Baldwin and the future of education

President Trump is considering an executive order that would shut down the U.S. Department of Education — a move that would deliver on a promise he made on the campaign trail.

Editorial

The concern about a county civilian militia

The recent controversy surrounding Nassau County Executive Bruce Blakeman’s creation of an armed civilian unit has sparked intense debate.

Columnist

Randi Kreiss: High anxiety is gripping many Americans

I’m an anxious person, and according to the American Psychiatric Association, 40 percent of Americans said last year that they were more anxious than the year before.

Columnist

Robert Scott: University leaders should not remain neutral

After the congressional hearings that challenged university presidents on campus activism amid allegations of antisemitism, many institutions adopted policies of “institutional neutrality.”

Columnist

Judy Griffin: Our police officers’ mental health must be a priority

Police officers put their lives on the line every day to protect our communities, yet too often they do not receive the essential mental health support they need by nature of their profession. This can exact a toll, both personally and professionally.