Our country is divided, and people are frustrated with the inaction in Washington regarding the issues of concern: the cost of living, the need to secure our border, the restoration of the state and local tax deduction, climate change, Israel, Ukraine, and attacks against women’s reproductive freedom.
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By Tom Suozzi
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2/9/24
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If you know me, or at the very least, have read my past columns, you know I am a proponent of public education, having taught for four decades. I frequently mention my belief that trends and problems in education swing back and forth over the years.
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By Ed Fare
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2/9/24
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Parents, educators and community leaders in Freeport are spearheading efforts to resurrect a Special Education Parent Teacher Association to provide a unified voice for families with children who …
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By Mohammad Rafiq
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2/8/24
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Prior to the 2023-24 season, fourth-year Freeport wrestling head coach Matt Cellan set out a lofty goal to qualify around 20 for the individual county championships.
The Red Devils did not …
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By Andrew Coen
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2/5/24
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For more than 50 years, Tatyana Adamovich has left her mark on the Freeport community. The former Olympian in fencing, who hails from Belarus, has been teaching the fine points of the sport to both …
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By Mohammad Rafiq
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2/2/24
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Kishore Kuncham, known for his child-centered approach to education and his transformative leadership as the superintendent of Freeport Public Schools, has announced his retirement. The Board of …
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By Mohammad Rafiq
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2/2/24
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In recognition of his contributions to digestive health and patient care, Dr. Frank Gress, chief of gastroenterology and director of interventional endoscopy at Mount Sinai South Nassau, was awarded …
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By Kepherd Daniel
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2/2/24
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Two are still standing. The number of Republican presidential candidates has been narrowed down from 15 or so to just two, Donald Trump and Nikki Haley.
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By Peter King
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2/2/24
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Bullying is real and pervasive in society today, often driven by the divisive nature of our current political paradigm. Authentic claims of bullying must not be de-legitimized. Step forward unapologetically to oppose inequities in our communities and stakeholders who harbor bias. Leaders seeking to dismantle current systems of inequity frequently become targets of bullying.
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By Patrick Pizzo
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2/2/24
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I was struck, recently, standing outside the People’s Pantry in the hamlet of Oyster Bay on a cold, gray day. The Pantry provides food and other services to locals in need of support, and the line for food parcels stretched around the block.
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By Jake Blumencranz
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2/2/24
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