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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

The St. Christopher School class of 2020 graduates tossed their mortarboards in celebration on June 13.

St. Christopher School graduates move up

The St. Christopher School class of 2020 graduation was held June 13 at 1 p.m., when graduates moved up. Now they are looking ahead to the future. Board members said the graduates have been … more

7/10/20

Can flowers live through a pandemic?

Flowers only last for so long after being cut. The inventories of some local florists, including those in Baldwin, Freeport and Oceanside, were greatly affected when shops were forced to close in … more

By Alexandra Whitbeck | 7/10/20

The pantry is one of the few local facilities to offer meat when it is available.

Baldwin pantry sees increase in need

Local food pantries, including the St. Christopher’s Parish pantry in Baldwin, have been feeling the toll of the coronavirus pandemic. But Town of Hempstead officials announced last week that a … more

7/9/20

Baldwin American Legion Post 246 members were joined by State Assemblywoman Judy Griffin last Saturday at the post’s Independence Day “Welcome Back” barbecue.

Baldwin American Legion hosts Fourth of July barbecue

Baldwin American Legion Post 246 hosted an Independence Day “Welcome Back” barbecue last Saturday to celebrate the Fourth of July, the gradual reopening of Long Island and the … more

By Bridget Downes | 7/9/20

Lynbrook district Superintendent Dr. Melissa Burak said that officials had formed a planning committee focused on reopening plans for the fall.

Lynbrook, East Rockaway school officials focus on fall reopening plans

Though the Lynbrook and East Rockaway school districts only recently began summer recess, school officials are already looking ahead to the return of school in the fall. more

By Mike Smollins | 7/9/20

Student Benji Loeb wrote an essay detailing his experiences during the Covid-19 pandemic to include in the time capsule.

Reinhard students record the pandemic one artifact at a time

While most adults would like to forget that the Covid-19 pandemic ever happened, students at the Charles A. Reinhard Early Childhood Center in Bellmore are making sure their education and experiences … more

7/9/20

Relay for Life of Baldwin organizers Miguel and Abby Melendez, left, Jennifer Scarduzio and Renee Salmon donated collections from their food drive to the St. Christopher’s Church food pantry.

Baldwin Relay for Life donates to local pantry

Baldwin’s Relay for Life has been collecting non-perishable food items for the St. Christopher’s Church food pantry since May 20. The food drive was the brainchild of Jennifer … more

7/8/20

State Department of Health officials will release guidance about reopening schools on July 13, and school officials would submit plans to the state by the end of the month. Those plans would be finalized in August.

Elmont, Franklin Square superintendents mull return to school

Local school superintendents are continuing to ponder whether to allow students back into the buildings in September, as they await further instructions from state officials. Kenneth Rosner, the … more

By Melissa Koenig and Scott Brinton | 7/8/20

POCatHewlett, a group of Hewlett-Woodmere School District graduates and students, are calling for increased racial equality in the school community.

POCatHewlett stands up for racial equality

POCatHewlett, with POC standing for people of color, has begun adding its voice to the growing calls for an end to racial inequality. A self-described team spearheaded by two young women, … more

By Jeff Bessen | 7/8/20

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