Nassau County Legislature's Rules Committee approves Sands lease agreement
The Sands New York lease has leaped another hurdle as the Nassau County Legislature's Rules Committee signed off on the lease agreement Monday.
Hempstead residents seek action on polluted water
Hempstead village residents attended the Nassau County’s legislative meeting on June 24 to push for funds for new water infrastructure.
Fresh faces for Uniondale school district
The Uniondale School District has appointed four new leaders for the upcoming 2024-25 academic year.
Uniondale board highlights successes, points toward future
The Uniondale Board of Education discussed summer programs and plans for the 2024-25 academic year on July 2.
In the heart of Nassau County, fireworks and family fun at ‘Celebrate America’
In honor of the Fourth of July, Nassau County once again illuminated the sky with bursts of color over the lake behind the Harry Chapin Lakeside Theatre for its annual “Celebrate America” firework display on July 3, hosted by TD Bank and Fireworks By Grucci.
Long Island church leader charged with rape
Nassau police arrested Uniondale resident Jose Wilfredo Vazquez Cardoza, a church leader in Amityville and Hempstesd for allegedly raping a minor.
Fourth-graders get to adopt-a-cop
Adopt-a-cop fair was held in Hempstead Village on June 13, which has been supervised by Hempstead Detective Mark Russell for the past seven years.
Town of Hempstead Night with the Long Island Rough Riders
The Town of Hempstead and Long Island’s Rough Riders soccer team are hosting “Town of Hempstead Night” on Sunday, June 30 at 6 p.m.
Alana Peterson teaches middle school students how to be successful
Former Alverta B. Gray Schultz Middle School student Alana Peterson gave college and career advice to current seventh graders.
Hempstead man indicted for fatal DWI crash in Uniondale
The Hempstead man accused of driving while intoxicated was charged with manslaughter in connection the Feb. 24 crash in Uniondale.
Editorial
Summer brings a greater risk of fires
Summer weather brings an increased risk of fires. Whether it’s a backyard grill or a campfire, fire hazards are more prevalent at this time of year, which is why it’s critical to be aware of fire safety practices.
Columnist
NUMC is on the road to financial recovery
The treatment is working. For the past year, the leadership of Long Island’s largest safety-net hospital has buckled down to demonstrate that this beacon of hope for so many residents can survive, and thrive.
Columnist
Cars, vintage and new, test the young and old
No one, young or old, should get behind the wheel of an automobile unless they know how to start, stop, turn on the lights, and put it in park. Also, if the car is older than 10, mind the handbrake. And never, ever get your emergency driving tips from Instagram.