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Light Rain Dogwood Terrace housing complex relocation, renovation plans stalled
Renovations of Dogwood Terrace, an affordable senior housing complex in Franklin Square, have been stalled — leaving residents to live in limbo.
State allocates $56M more for TAP
Thanks to a $56 million investment in the state's tuition assistance program, college-bound students are getting a little more help paying for school.
Franklin Square Historical Society receives $127K to support community initiatives
The Franklin Square Historical Society, a cultural corner stone of the community, recently received a $127,000 check from the Boost Nassau Small Business Loan Program to support its initiatives.
Craft boutique raises funds for upcoming Rescuing Families projects
Franklin Square-based nonprofit Rescuing Families is committed to helping families in the community retrofit and renovate their homes to elevate the quality of life for loved ones with disabilities.
Neighbors give Elmont environmental TLC for Earth Day
A dozen Elmont neighbors joined County Legislator Carrié Solages for a community cleanup in Elmont on April 20 in observance of Earth Day.
Elmont nonprofits gave away prom attire for those in need
Elmont-based nonprofits help local students with prom attire giveaway at Elmont Memorial High School.
Franklin Square schools showcase music excellence
Music educators are an instrumental part of music excellence within the Franklin Square school district.
Franklin Square Little League 2024 season starts swinging
Franklin Square Little League gears up for opening day at Rath Park.
Students fundraise for Autism Society of America by selling ice pops
John Street School students sold ice pops during lunch hours to raise funds for local nonprofit organization Nassau-Suffolk Autism Society of America.
Student innovators travel to Washington, D.C. for STEM Festival
Two Sewanhaka Central High School District students present during the first annual National STEM Festival in Washington, D.C., from April 11-13.
Columnist
We should have learned more than we have from history
My reading of history, however, is that for the most part — whether it be everyday people, intellectuals or world leaders — there was little realization during those years that the world as they knew it was that much different from what had come before. Until it was. Or that tragedy lay ahead. Until it was too late.
Columnist
The humble pen takes on the might sword
Here’s an anniversary no one wants to celebrate: The Columbine school shooting — April 20, 1999 — just passed its 25th anniversary. Why, why, why bring up such a horrific event? Perhaps because it hasn’t stopped.
Editorial
Cherishing moms who embody love, strength
The remarkable resilience and sacrifice of mother is shown through the extraordinary life of Elinor Sullivan, whose daring feats in aviation were matched only by her dedication to motherhood.
Columnist
Protecting our kids online
The data is clear: Kids spending more time online and on social media is detrimental to their mental health.