‘Mud Ducks’ tie for first in battalion drill
At the 4th Battalion Drill on Sept. 7, the Inwood Fore Department team tied the Rockville Centre Fire Department for first place.
Two men arrested for alleged Lawrence theft
Kay Jewelers on Rockaway Turnpike in Lawrence was the scene of an alleged theft on Sept. 8 that resulted in the arrest of two men.
'Come Alive' Russian program enriches seniors' lives for 30 years
The Come Alive Russian Division, a 30-year program by the Marion & Aaron Gural JCC, offers Russian-speaking seniors in the Five Towns and Far Rockaway community free cultural activities, meals, and transportation, fostering social engagement.
Nassau Junior Firefighters embark on Germany training trip
Three Hewlett Junior Firefighters joined 30 Nassau County juniors for a week of firefighting training and cultural exchange in Lower Saxony, Germany, strengthening international bonds.
Five Towns honors 9/11 victims at Cedarhurst memorial ceremony
On Sept. 11, Five Towns residents will gather at Cedarhurst Park to honor the victims of 9/11, including seven local community members, in a commemorative ceremony.
Five Towns schools kick off new academic year with celebrations
Hewlett-Woodmere, HAFTR, and Lawrence schools welcomed students back with unique events, marking the start of the new school year across the Five Towns.
Lawrence High hosts freshman orientation for parents and students
Lawrence High School held a freshman orientation for parents, emphasizing academic goals, attendance policies, and college preparation to ensure student success.
Cedarhurst Mayor’s son Ariel Weinstock dies at Age 42
Ariel Weinstock, son of Cedarhurst Mayor Benjamin Weinstock, died at 42 after a year-long battle following a traumatic brain injury from a car accident in June 2023.
MG Craft Kitchen complaint against Lawrence village intensifies legal battle
MG Craft Kitchen has filed a federal lawsuit against Lawrence village, alleging breach of contract and constitutional violations following the restaurant's forced closure.
Chabad's expansion plans face community opposition
The Chabad of the Beaches' proposed community center in Atlantic Beach remains in limbo as residents express concerns over traffic, parking, and the planned kosher drive-through.
Inwood resident Shamel Medley arrested for alleged thefts in Cedarhurst and Woodmere
An Inwood man and a male juvenile were arrested for allegedly stealing assorted items from vehicles in Cedarhurst and Woodmere.
Bereaved Israeli children find solace at Woodmere shabbat retreat
Israeli children who lost loved ones in war found comfort during a weekend Shabbat retreat in Woodmere, hosted by the Friends of Israel Defense Forces and local families.
Editorial
As schools reopen, drivers know the drill
“School’s Open — Drive Carefully” has been the annual refrain in a back-to-school safety-awareness campaign that is now nearly 80 years old. But it’s worth repeating every September.
Columnist
Your lawn may be killing you — and many other creatures
Glyphosate, the active ingredient in Roundup, is listed by the World Health Organization as a probable carcinogen. Pesticides like this one are being applied with abandon on Long Island’s lawns, endangering the Island’s only aquifer while threatening the health of its human residents as well as the birds, bees and household pets that share our biosphere.
Columnist
See something, say something: Your vigilance is vital
In a world where unpredictable events can unfold in the blink of an eye, it has never been more important for every member of our communities to play an active role in maintaining their safety and security...The simple act of noticing something unusual and reporting it can be the key to preventing a crime, averting a disaster, or saving a life.
Columnist
Reading about local schools? Consider yourself lucky.
I’ve been in the local news business a long time. Not long enough to remember the first handwritten newspaper, distributed in Venice in 1566, or the first printed news sheets, published in Germany in 1605, but I go back.
Columnist
A future of innovation: new initiatives and a farewell
As another school year begins, it’s a fitting time to unite in celebration of a period marked by extraordinary achievements and transformative growth. This moment of reflection isn’t just …