Freeport schools prioritize safety amid recent threats
The Freeport school district is taking significant steps to enhance student safety and improve communication with parents in the wake of multiple threats — which were deemed to be non-credible — …
Marking Freeport's history on the roadside
Freeport unveiled three new historical roadside markers last Saturday. Two more will be presented later this month. The initiative was spearheaded by the Freeport Landmarks Preservation …
Freeport High school heads to All-State Festival
Freeport Public Schools is proud to announce that eight exceptional student musicians from Freeport High School have been selected to participate in the NYSSMA All-State Festival, taking place in …
Freeport Arts Festival to celebrate local talent
The Long Island Arts Council at Freeport is gearing up for an inaugural event this week — the South Shore Arts Festival. Scheduled for Sunday, Oct. 6, from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., at the Freeport …
Mount Sinai South Nassau earns beacon award for excellence
Mount Sinai South Nassau’s Cardiac Catheterization Laboratory has been honored with the American Association of Critical Care Nurses gold-level Beacon Award for Excellence, recognizing its …
Cancer survivor Jenn Sommermann's triathlon journey continues as she prepares for 100th race
Jenn Sommermann, a former Freeport resident and ovarian cancer survivor, is preparing for her 100th triathlon while raising awareness and funds for ovarian cancer research. Diagnosed with stage 3 ovarian cancer, Sommermann has become a fierce advocate for early detection and has raised nearly $250,000 for cancer research.
Town of Hempstead job fair draws nearly 2,000 job seekers at Freeport Recreation Center
The Town of Hempstead’s job fair at the Freeport Recreation Center attracted nearly 2,000 job seekers on Sept. 19, offering a wide range of opportunities across industries like civil service, healthcare, construction, and education, in an effort to connect local residents with potential employers.
Freeport hosts first-ever Dragon Boat race and cultural festival
Freeport’s Cow Meadow Park came alive on Sunday, Sept. 15, 2024, as residents celebrated the village’s inaugural Dragon Boat Race and Cultural Festival, an event that combined thrilling races with a vibrant showcase of South Asian culture.
Deeper Life Deliverance Fellowship breaks ground on first independent building in Freeport
On September 14, 2024, Deeper Life Deliverance Fellowship celebrated a major milestone, breaking ground on its first independent sanctuary, the City of Refuge, in Freeport, marking the culmination of years of planning and perseverance by the congregation.
Freeport awarded $1.3 million grant for police and emergency management expansion
Freeport Village has been awarded a $1.3 million grant from Congressman Anthony D’Esposito to enhance its police department and Office of Emergency Management, with plans to expand facilities and improve emergency services infrastructure.
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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.
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Seeking post-pandemic healing in the woods
A cold wind, as loud as a trumpet, whipped across the summit of Mount Marcy, New York’s highest peak in the Adirondacks, on Aug. 17. I could see only feet in front of me, because the mountain, at 5,344 feet above sea level, was enveloped by clouds. Then a light rain started to patter across the rocky slab at my feet.
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Behind the mask: the flaws in Nassau’s new law
Imagine a law introduced to fight hate and bigotry — yet it is so flawed that it inadvertently shields those very perpetrators from justice. That’s precisely what happened on Aug. 5, when the Nassau County Legislature’s Republican majority pushed through its so-called Mask Transparency Act — a law that, despite its intentions, opens the door to unintended consequences.
Editorial
After-school’ activities benefit those of all ages
As the new school year begins on Long Island, students are returning not only to classrooms, but also to a vibrant world of extracurricular activities. While we often associate clubs, sports teams and after-school programs with youth development, it’s crucial to recognize that the benefits of such involvement extend far beyond childhood and adolescence.