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A road crew works as a Nor'easter brings heavy rain and strong winds to Long Island.
Nor’easter Continues Across Long Island, Disrupting School Events, Rail Services and Power
Coastal high tides, downed trees, and LIRR service suspensions were the result of this weekend's nor’easter, which continues to affect Long Island. Although it did not affect Franklin Square and Elmont on a large scale, residents still experienced heavy rain and strong winds on Sept. 26. more
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The jockey colony for the first race at the transformed Belmont Park, which opened last Friday before a spirited crowd of 6,000.
Racing returns to rebuilt Belmont Park as longtime fans embrace a new era
Racegoers were pouring into Belmont Park last Friday, eager to see the track they remembered in a whole new form. more
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Community members gathered for a Haitian community meet-and-greet with Gov. Kathy Hochul on Sept. 18 at the Vault.
Governor Kathy Hochul meets with Haitian community in Elmont to discuss immigration, Temporary Protected Status
Nassau County Legislator Carrié Solages and Assemblywoman Michaelle Solages, whose districts include Elmont, hosted a meet-and-greet with Gov. Kathy Hochul for the Haitian community last Friday.   more
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The district's three elementary school- John Street, Polk Street and Washington Street- are being recognized as an Apple Distinguished School for the program term from 2026–2029 for their use of technology in the classrooms.  
Franklin Square district named Apple Distinguished School, commended for integrating technology
The John Street, Polk Street and Washington Street schools are being recognized as an Apple Distinguished School for the program term from September 2026–December 2029.   more
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Daniel Camilleri, MD, FAAP, right, expresses his excitement about the collaboration with Shannon E. O’Malley, MD, left, as the Franklin Square pediatric practice expands to offer urgent care services seven days a week until midnight.
Allied Physicians Group expands pediatric urgent care access for Franklin Square families
Allied Physicians Group is expanding its services to include pediatric urgent care from 4 p.m. to midnight on weekdays and from noon to midnight on weekends. more
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Models wear designs by Sedar’s Ankara Fashion during Fashion in the City 2 at The Vault Cafe in Elmont on Sept. 12. The Queens-based designer specializes in custom Ankara-mix outfits, statement headwraps.
Fashion in the City 2 event brings local designers to Elmont
A fashion show brought local designers and small-business owners together in Elmont to showcase their work and connect with the community.  more
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Lisa Joy, No. 5, captured Friday's opening race at the new Belmont Park with jockey Antonio Fresu aboard.
Racing returns to Belmont Park
The new Belmont Park opened its doors Friday to welcome the return of racing to Long Island, and a capacity crowd of 6,000 was treated to a thrilling inaugural race at the transformed venue. … more
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H. Frank Carey High School senior Enrique Myftaraj was named a semifinalist in the 2027 National Merit Scholarship Program.
H. Frank Carey senior named National Merit semifinalist
Enrique Myftaraj, a senior at H. Frank Carey High School in Franklin Square, has been named a semifinalist in the prestigious 2027 National … more
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Uniformed firefighters gathered alongside residents, local elected leaders and families to honor those who lost their lives and the first responders who have faced illnesses in the years since. Former Chief John Novello, spoke during the ceremony,
Franklin Square firefighters honor 9/11 victims at Rath Park ceremony
The Franklin Square and Munson Fire Department marked the 25th anniversary of the Sept. 11 attacks with its annual remembrance ceremony on Sept. 13 at the Sept. 11 Memorial in Rath Park. more
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A dress celebrating the 250th anniversary of the United States and Haiti’s 222 years of independence highlights the shared history and cultural pride.
Elmont Cultural Center brings Haitian culture to West Indian Day Parade
As the Elmont Cultural Center made its way down Eastern Parkway during New York City’s West Indian American Day Parade on Labor Day, one … more
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