Merrick independent filmmaker screens 'EffYou 50s' at the Bellmore Movies

Independent filmmaker Trish Appello, of Merrick, privately screened the first episode of her new series, “EffYou 50s,” at the Bellmore Movies and Playhouse on Nov. 10.

What is New York state doing to revise Regents requirements by 2027?

The New York state Regents exams are a longstanding common-core assessment. For many years, passing five of the exams, ranging from English to algebra, was a requirement for graduating from high school.

Forest fire spread over roughly 4,500 acres

Oyster Bay firefighters help out far from home

When a raging forest fire tore through Greenwood Lake and nearby Warwick, New York, last month, six firefighters from the Atlantic Steamer Fire Company, in Oyster Bay, answered the call to assist. …

At Levittown Public Library, League of Women Voters discuss election results

At the Nov. 20 meeting of the League of Women Voters of East Nassau, attendees were treated to an in-depth analysis of last month’s presidential election and what the results could mean for the future.

S.C. resident honored for legal excellence

N.Y. Metro Super Lawyers elect Rubinowitz ‘top attorney’

Ben Rubinowitz, managing partner at Gair, Gair, Conason and longtime Sea Cliff resident, has been named the top attorney by New York Metro Super Lawyers for 2024. Growing up in Franklin Square and …

Seaford Wellness Council hosts annual Hot Chocolate 5K Run/Walk

The Seaford Wellness Council is gearing up for its 19th annual Hot Chocolate 5K Run/Walk on Saturday, a fundraiser for the community and one of the organization’s most successful events of the year.

Oceanside Firefighters are honored as heroes for routinely risking their lives

The Oceanside Fire Department hosted its first awards ceremony since before the pandemic, honoring dozens of firefighters for their heroic actions in life-threatening emergencies over the past year. Firefighters were recognized for saving lives in severe fires, vehicle extrications, and even a choking victim, as well as for their unwavering commitment to protecting one another.

At the Bellmore Movies, new series 'EffYou 50s' screened for first time

Independent filmmaker Trish Appello, of Merrick, privately screened the first episode of her new series, “EffYou 50s,” at the Bellmore Movies and Playhouse on Nov. 10.

At East Meadow's W.T. Clarke Middle School, students socialize and learn American traditions

W.T. Clarke Middle School celebrated Thanksgiving one day early last week, hosting an event catered for students learning English as a new language on Nov. 27.

Valley Stream Education News

Valley Stream District 13 hosts family engagement night

Valley Stream District 13 announced the launch of its Family Engagement Nights series, designed to provide valuable resources and foster stronger connections between families and the school …

The Islanders collaborate with community to distribute meals

The New York Islanders collaborated with local charities and the office of Assemblywoman Michaelle Solages to hand out 200 Thanksgiving meals to Long Island families in need at UBS Arena on the evening of Nov. 26. The event was supported by the Islanders’ Children’s Foundation and UBS.

Editorial

In Long Islanders we trust

Beginning with the birth of our nation, Long Islanders have shaped the policies of America as well as our country’s impact on the world.

Columnist

Michaelle Solages: Supporting Long Island businesses in the green economy

Affordability remains a pressing concern for Long Island families — and our businesses feel the same strain. Small businesses are the backbone of our communities, employing hundreds of thousands of Long Islanders while defining the character and vitality of our towns.

Columnist

Peter King: Remembering Jimmy Breslin, a legend in New York journalism

I have always been an avid reader of newspapers, and have a great admiration for columnists, particularly Jimmy Cannon, and then Jimmy Breslin and Pete Hamill.

Columnist

Nick Buglione: No matter who’s president, L.I.’s middle class struggles

It doesn’t matter who’s in the White House — our lives here on Long Island are not going to get any easier.