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County Exec slams NYRA over Belmont threat
County Executive Ed Mangano stepped into the debate over the New York Racing Association and the Belmont Stakes last week, urging the racing authority not to cancel the event regardless of their financial situation. He also asked the governor to step in and force NYRA to hold the final leg of horseracing’s Triple Crown. more
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What's it going to take?
For a state claiming poverty, it’s remarkable to see Albany blithely turning down free money. At least that’s how it looks to residents and activists in Elmont who for years have been saying — loudly — that they want video lottery terminals in their backyard, at Belmont Park. more
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New voting machine coming to Nassau County.
Old voting machines to be replaced by electronic devices in Nassau County
Nassau County is preparing to bid farewell to its tried-and-true lever voting machines and to replace them with electronic ones, most likely by the November election. more
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Driving on the South State near Valley Stream Thursday afternoon was getting more difficult as the wind-blown rain made visibility poor.
Severe nor'easter pounds Nassau
An intense nor’easter, packed with heavy snow and strong winds, is affecting our area and will continue through Friday. more
Willow Road School Librarian Carole Anne Gravert received a $250 grant from NEFCU.
Students will explore the world and beyond
Carole Anne Gravert loves to learn about space. The Willow Road School librarian visited NASA in 2000 and spent six weeks at the Langley Air Force Base in Virginia through the Aerospace Educators Workshop. more
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Hempstead Lake State Park is among the 10 Long Island state parks that might close this summer due to budget cuts.
State considers closing 10 parks on Long Island
Long Island may lose 10 state parks this summer as a result of a proposed $29 million budget cut facing the New York State Office of Parks, Recreation and Historic Preservation. In addition to … more
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Districts struggle with thin budgets
With state school aid still a question, recent 2010-11 budget talks for local elementary districts have hardly been easy. Like other districts across the state, the Franklin Square and Elmont elementary districts are having to make some tough decisions, including facing the possibility of increasing class size by cutting teachers. more
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NCC students built snowmen to send a message to Governor Paterson that proposed cuts to community colleges would leave them 'out in the cold.'
NCC students: Gov's leaving them 'out in the cold'
A year ago, 23-year-old William May lost his job managing a welding supply company in Westbury. So, the young father decided to join his wife, Kara, 21, as a student at Nassau Community College in Garden City. more
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Choreographer Sal Canepa goes over the steps to "One" from "A Chorus Line"
On Broadway - A Musical Revue!
The Island Park Theatre Group, in concert with The Island Park Schools Recreation Department, will proudly present "On Broadway - A Musical Revue!" featuring local talent of all ages from all communities. Come and experience Broadway-style singing and dancing at a fraction of the cost -- and ten times the fun! more
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Troop 240 scout Mark Difilippis interviews World War II veteran Jim Gibbons, who shares memories of his days in the Coast Guard on the air, sea, rescue and weather patrol.
Eagle Scout project unites youth and veterans
Veterans and members of Boy Scout Troop 240 joined together for a day of food and stories on Saturday, Feb. 6, at the West Hempstead American Legion Cathedral Post 1087. It was thanks to … more
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