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Organizers of the event offer a demonstration to the students on how to tie a knot.

Cerebral Palsy Association hosts inclusive outdoor adventure in Roosevelt

Scouting America Long Island and the Cerebral Palsy Association of Nassau County partnered together to host a special hands-on learning event for over 100 special needs students. more

By Justin Haberman | 7/10/26

Roosevelt High School students, staff and community members gathered to celebrate leadership and mentorship at the district’s inaugural Men’s Brunch.

Roosevelt High School hosts first annual Men's Brunch

Roosevelt High School's My Brother's Keeper program launched its inaugural Men's Brunch, aimed at uplifting students and providing mentorship. more

By Justin Haberman | 7/10/26

The Environmental Rotaract of Nassau County invites all to partake in the first of several beautification efforts at restoring the Brookside Preserve on July 11.

Nassau Rotaract to begin Brookside Preserve renovations

The Environmental Rotaract of Nassau County is inviting concerned residents, families and environmental enthusiasts to attend its Brookside Preserve Beautification Day on July 11, at 9 a.m. more

By Andrew Francis | 7/9/26

This is one of the evidence photos of Del Cid, circled, alongside 11 other known members of the Sailors MS-13 clique that he was a part of.

Member of MS-13 sentenced to 42 years in prison for Freeport machete murders

The U.S. Attorney's Office of the Eastern District of New York confirmed that Kevin Cuevas Del Cid, a member of MS-13, was sentenced this week to 42 years in prison for two murders in Freeport that occurred in 2016. more

By Andrew Francis | 7/8/26

The ministerial staff of Bethel AME, Reverend Harry Gourdine, Reverend Ebenezer Aduku, Senior Pastor Reverend Stephen Michael Lewis, Reverend Jessica Chrsitina Mitchem and Reverend Harding Antonio Dunlop, all either signed or stand in support of this statement.

Black clergy of Freeport and Roosevelt condemn the 'intimidation' of interim superintendent

In response to reports of a confrontation between Freeport Public School's school board president and interim superintendent, which resulted in a 911 call, 10 Black reverends and pastors from Freeport and Roosevelt expressed concern over protecting "the dignity of Black women." more

By The Undersigned Clergy of Freeport and Roosevelt | 7/8/26

Both arrested men will be due to appear at the First District Court on July 20.

Men from Freeport and Uniondale arrested for illegal possession of gambling devices at Roosevelt businesses

The Nassau County Police Department performed arrests at two Roosevelt businesses after discovering illegal electronic gambling machines at the locations. more

By Andrew Francis | 7/7/26

Stacey Rose, left, and Laura Smith, right, the two grand marshals for the parade, with Marie Carmel Houanche, chaplain of American Legion William Clinton Story Post 342.

Freeport Memorial Day grand marshals honor Revolutionary War ancestors

Two woman with Freeport families celebrate their relatives and ancestors that have been fighting for U.S. independence and freedom since the Revolutionary War and the country's conception. more

By Andrew Francis | 7/3/26

Bill Morris said he’s been “honored” to have participated in several emotional ceremonies, including the funeral of President John F. Kennedy.

Saluting Long Island military service members for the 250th

A few local veterans shared their experiences representing and defending the U.S. while reflecting on what the country's 250th anniversary signifies to them. more

By Andrew Francis | 7/3/26