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Alma Rocha, principal of Freeport's Columbus Ave. School, has completed her 30th New York City Marathon, which is currently sponsored by TCS.
Columbus Ave. principal speeds across finish line
For the 30th time, Freeport resident Alma Rocha crossed the finish line in the TCS NYC Marathon –- and for the third time as a member of United Way of Long Island’s Team Mission United. At the same time, she raised over $2,100 in support of the not-for-profit’s veterans programs. more
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Longtime Lawrence School District special education teacher Cleveland Woods had a substantial influence on the students he coached, mentored and taught.
Cleveland Woods dies at 56
Even in the worst of situations, Cleveland Woods was known to be cool, calm and collected and ready with a humorous witticism that more often than not disarmed the crisis and allowed the 6-foot-5 former basketball who was a special education teacher with the Lawrence School District for more than 20 years to establish or reestablish a relationship. more
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Herald seeks ‘Person of the Year’ nominations
Know anyone around town who you’d describe as a true do-gooder –– that PTA president, Little League coach or scout leader who goes above and beyond the call of duty; that community volunteer who gives so much of him or herself while asking for nothing in return; that volunteer firefighter or emergency medical technician who saved a life? more
These women raised their arms high while chanting, "Hands up, don't shoot," at the Black Lives Matter protest in Merrick and Bellmore on Thursday.
Black Lives Matter protest, Merrick, day three
For a third straight night, Black Lives Matter demonstrators convened in Merrick and Bellmore to protest the killing of George Floyd by a Minneapolis police officer and the systemic racism that is … more
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Gillen broke down the numbers of the new contract in front of the press.
Town to investigate contract extension
Hempstead Town Supervisor Laura Gillen is calling a recent contract extension between two town officials — Parks Commissioner Daniel Lino and Comptroller Kevin Conroy — and the Dover Gourmet … more
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Jimmy at the entrance to his iconic junkyard which he took over in 1984.
Jimmy's Junk - A collection of memories [Photo gallery]
Neatly placed junk might sound like an oxymoron but many people think a junk man can't be an environmentalist either. more
Pilot Larry Arken and Christina Daly after their flight.
Geico Skytypers Air Show Preview [Photo gallery]
The Geico Skytypers took a member of the Herald team up into their planes for a preview of what they will be doing during the Jones Beach Airshow this weekend. more
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Mayor Kennedy announced plans to build an emergency management center.
Freeport to build Emergency Management Center
Just like the Boy Scouts, the Village of Freeport lives by the motto “be prepared.” On Tuesday, Aug. 25, Freeport Mayor Robert T. Kennedy announced that the village would build a state of … more
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Engineer Andrew Braum, who lives in Wantagh, inspected many South Shore homes after Hurricane Sandy, and said some of his reports were later altered.
Engineer fighting for Sandy victims
After Hurricane Sandy struck, engineers visited thousands of damaged homes on the South Shore to evaluate the damage and determine whether the storm had caused structural damage — decisions … more
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The Lynbrook "Tumblers" competed at the State Old Fashioned Drill in Merrick. Fire departments from all over Nassau County will compete in similar events in Rockville Centre on July 25.
Firefighters to participate in County parade, drill
Rockville Centre will be hosting fire departments from across the area for the 2015 Nassau County Parade and Drill Tournament on Saturday, July 25. more
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