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Making sure grads are ready for college

As has been the case for decades, there are more career opportunities for those with college degrees than those without. The Great Recession of 2007-09 proved that point. While the unemployment rate for those without university degrees soared into the double digits, it remained below 5 percent — full employment — for those with a college education, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics. more

6/23/11

Father’s Day is a time to remember and celebrate all the hero dads. Fred Lefkof, above, found that needed book.

Celebrating Father's Day

I adored my father. He did everything he could to be there for me. Here is one story I would like to share this special Father’s Day. more

PHYLLIS WEINBERGER | 6/16/11

Five Towners say justice was done

People in the Five Towns reacted to the news of Osama bin Laden’s death with talk of justice being served, a renewed pride in the military and the need to remain alert to further acts of terrorism. more

JEFF BESSEN | 5/5/11

Events on Long Island

Exhibits and more... Donald BaechlerThis large-scale installation by artist Donald Baechler is accompanied by several of his collaged paintings. Through May 8. Nassau County Museum of Art, … more

5/4/11

Events on Long Island

Exhibits and more... Donald BaechlerThis large-scale installation by artist Donald Baechler is accompanied by several of his collaged paintings. Through May 8. Nassau County Museum of Art, … more

4/28/11

County Legislator Howard Kopel (with plaque) spoke to Jewish Club students at Nassau Community College about burnishing their resumes by volunteering if they cannot find summer jobs.

Kopel to college students: if you can’t get a job, volunteer

Though he was down on the summer job market, County Legislator Howard Kopel (R-Lawrence) did advise the Jewish Club students at Nassau Community College to take advantage of the time to volunteer. more

ANN E. FRIEDMAN | 4/21/11

Events on Long Island

Exhibits and more... Donald BaechlerThis large-scale installation by artist Donald Baechler is accompanied by several of his collaged paintings. Through May 8. Nassau County Museum of Art, … more

4/20/11

Events on Long Island

Exhibits and more... African American DollsA selection of African American dolls from the collection of Freeport artist April Marius are on view, commemorating Black History Month. Through April … more

4/13/11

Events on Long Island

Exhibits and more... African American DollsA selection of African American dolls from the collection of Freeport artist April Marius are on view, commemorating Black History Month. Through April … more

4/7/11

Fast start for Molloy Lady Lions

With a deep and talented midfield setting the tone, Molloy’s women’s lacrosse team has picked up where it left off last spring when it finished 15-2 and went undefeated at home. more

Tony Bellissimo | 3/29/11