In the tapestry of our nation’s history, veterans stand as the threads of bravery, courage and unity that weave together the fabric of our freedom. We expressed our gratitude for their sacrifices earlier this month . . .
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By Ed Ra
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11/24/23
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In this season of gratitude, it’s appropriate to recall the “four freedoms” — freedom of speech, freedom of worship, freedom from fear and freedom from want — articulated by President Franklin D. Roosevelt . . .
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By A. Gail Prudenti
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11/22/23
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Thanksgiving is here once again — a time when we can celebrate all that we’ve achieved over the past year, and the importance of family and close friends.
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11/21/23
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Students from the Elmont school district’s six elementary schools, local elected officials, the Girl and Boy Scouts, and others joined members of the Elmont American Legion Post 1033 in the Veterans Day Parade to express thanks to those who served their country.
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By Nicole Wagner
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11/17/23
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In the spirit of giving and sharing thanks with loved ones, nonprofit groups in Elmont hope to lend a helping hand this holiday season by eliminating the stress of families hoping to buy a meal.
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By Nicole Wagner
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11/17/23
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Neighbors were welcome to grab a lunch or shop handcrafted goods at the country fair hosted by United Women of Faith on Nov. 4.
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By Nicole Wagner
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11/17/23
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Franklin Square’s Washington Street School celebrated Veterans Day on Nov. 9 with an annual assembly, welcoming local veterans and honoring them with multiple performances.
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By Nicole Wagner
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11/17/23
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Veterans Day offers the community a chance to show their thanks for those who have served their country. Warrior-Scholar Project, an organization whose mission is to help veterans successfully utilize their GI Bill benefits, took the opportunity to educate veterans on how they can be empowered in higher education.
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By Nicole Wagner
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11/17/23
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Hey, I’m trying to strike a positive note here.
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11/16/23
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The situation in the Middle East has always been a powder keg, and there’s a lot to unpack there. Not only has it challenged the best minds since 1948 . . .
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By Jack M. Martins
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11/16/23
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