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Bullying is real and pervasive in society today, often driven by the divisive nature of our current political paradigm. Authentic claims of bullying must not be de-legitimized. Step forward unapologetically to oppose inequities in our communities and stakeholders who harbor bias. Leaders seeking to dismantle current systems of inequity frequently become targets of bullying. more

By Patrick Pizzo | 2/2/24

Why don’t they just take the train?

I was struck, recently, standing outside the People’s Pantry in the hamlet of Oyster Bay on a cold, gray day. The Pantry provides food and other services to locals in need of support, and the line for food parcels stretched around the block. more

By Jake Blumencranz | 2/2/24

Balancing opportunity and community concerns: Assessing the Sands Casino proposal for Nassau’s future

As a member of the Assembly Committee on Economic Development, Job Creation, Commerce, and Industry, I know the importance of moving Long Island forward with smart economic development. So, as Las Vegas Sands presents Nassau County with a proposed multi-billion-dollar casino project, it is both an opportunity and a challenge. more

By Taylor Darling | 2/2/24

Floods are coming, and we must stay safe

It was just one storm — but it was a nasty one. more

2/2/24

The return of senior standout Emma Poland, left, from injury will be a key for the Rocks entering the Nassau Class B playoffs.

East Rockaway fighting for top seed

Playoff preparations have begun for the East Rockaway girls’ basketball team as it plays the final games of the regular season and the Rocks are hoping that the quick return of a key player … more

By Brian Kacharaba | 1/29/24

A court has ruled Hofstra University president Susan Poser won’t need to appear in front the Nassau County Legislature until February, to answer questions posed by Nassau County Executive Bruce Blakeman, who claims Poser is working with a competing casino bid in Queens to upend efforts for the Las Vegas Sands to take over the Nassau Coliseum site.

Poser won’t appear before Blakeman and county legislature until February

Nassau County Executive Bruce Blakeman's efforts to bring in Hofstra University president Susan Poser before the county legislature will have to wait until February. more

By Brandon Cruz | 1/26/24

Lynbrook Chamber of Commerce honorees, from left, Benedict Tieniber, Educator of the Year; Chris Anderson, owner of Crown Ford; Chris Kelly, former chief of the Lynbrook Fire Department; and Lt. Anthony Falsitta, of the Lynbrook Police Department.

Village rings in new year with ‘An Evening of Excellence’

The Lynbrook Chamber of Commerce kicked off the new year in style last week, hosting its annual gala and honoring four community members who have made significant contributions to the village. more

By Ben Fiebert | 1/26/24

Ford and Charlotte McCurdy, twins from Lynbrook, love the snow, but before a couple inches of the white stuff fell last week, it had been 700 days since they had been able to play in it. Experts, however, say a snowy winter is not off the table this year.

Snow or (mostly) no snow, Lynbrook adapts to a volatile climate

As weather patterns become increasingly unpredictable, how can small villages roll with the punches? For Lynbrook, all it takes is a little help from neighbors. more

By Nicole Formisano | 1/26/24

From left, East Rockaway Board of Education trustee Dineen Cilluffo, trustee Joseph Kilgus, Hometown Hero Award honoree Theresa Gaffney, president Dominick Vulpis, and Vice President Peter McNally at the East Rockaway Board of Education meeting on Jan. 16.

Theresa Gaffney is this month’s Hometown Hero

At the Jan. 16 East Rockaway Board of Education meeting, the board recognized Theresa Gaffney as the January 2024 Hometown Hero Award honoree. more

By Ben Fiebert | 1/26/24

The West End Elementary School student council raised funds to purchase goods in support of the Ronald McDonald House of Long Island.

West End Elementary School students help those in need

The new year began with a good cause in the Lynbrook School District, as a school-wide, student-run effort provided vital supplies to those in need. more

By Ben Fiebert | 1/26/24

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