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One of the three new beach condition signs on the boardwalk, this one at Riverside Boulevard, by the city’s central lifeguard headquarters.

Headed to the Long Beach sand? Check the surfboard

Summertime in Long Beach is filled with fun on the sand and in the ocean. Residents and visitors swim, surf, play volleyball, build sandcastles. It can all be good at the beach, but it can also … more

By Brendan Carpenter | 8/16/24

Gregg LaPenna, left, and Kevin Martinsen were two of the elder competitors in last Saturday’s beach wrestling tournament.

Beach wrestling returns to Long Beach

Sunbathing, surfing and maybe even a few sandcastles took a back seat last Saturday as a wresting tournament with nearly 250 participants dominated a steamy summer day in Long Beach. The … more

By Tony Bellissimo | 8/9/24

Jake Classie, right, and Mepham will be playing for a new head coach this fall as Tom Mazeika takes over the helm of the Pirates.

Morning kickoffs for Nassau County football

Are you ready for some football? On Aug. 19, all 53 Nassau County public high school football programs can begin preparations for the upcoming season, scheduled to open Friday, Sept. 6 with six games … more

By Tony Bellissimo | 8/9/24

The kickball tournament brings the communities of Island Park and Long Beach together for a good cause.

Never forgetting Long Beach’s Geri Yellin

The annual kickball tournament honoring the memory of Geri Yellin, of Long Beach, who died in 2018, at 47, after a lengthy illness, will take place at Lincoln Orens Middle School in Island Park on … more

By Kepherd Daniel | 8/2/24

Rockville Centre’s Crystal Dunn was a three-time state champion at South Side, a two-time All-American at North Carolina and a member of the U.S. Women’s National Team.

Nassau County H.S. Athletics HOF 2024 class announced

The Nassau County High School Athletics Hall of Fame will hold its 2024 induction ceremony Sept. 25 at the Crest Hollow County Club. For more information, tickets and the full list of honorees, go to … more

By Tony Bellissimo | 7/29/24

David Golden celebrated his birthday with Councilman Mike Reinhart, far left, and Council President Brendan Finn, who presented him with a citation, and Golden’s sons Robert and Joe.

This Long Beach birthday was worthy of a citation

Some birthdays are milestones. The first, 16th, 21st, 50th and 100th — and anything beyond that — come to mind. David Golden celebrated one last Sunday that very few have matched. … more

By Brendan Carpenter | 7/26/24

The 49-year-old retired Port Authority police officer died unexpectedly on July 14, while visiting family in Florida.

Hempstead town councilman Chris Carini remembered at emotional funeral mass

Hundreds gathered at St. William the Abbot Roman Catholic Church in Seaford to honor Hempstead Town Councilman Chris Carini, a dedicated public servant known for his commitment to quality-of-life initiatives, who passed away unexpectedly at the age of 49. more

by Jordan Vallone and Charles Shaw | 7/26/24

Dozens of police officers paid their respects to Town of Hempstead Councilman Chris Carini at a mass of Christian Burial on July 22. The 49-year-old retired Port Authority police officer died unexpectedly on July 14, while visiting family in Florida.

Remembering Town of Hempstead Councilman Chris Carini

Family, friends and colleagues gathered at St. William the Abbott R.C. Church in Seaford on Monday to remember the life of Town of Hempstead Councilman Chris Carini. more

By Charles Shaw and Jordan Vallone | 7/22/24

Chamber members Ian Danby, Leah Tozer and John Boland with the new Long Beach sign that was graciously installed by Beach Maintenance.

Recognizing Long Beach workers that don't get enough thanks

The Beach Maintenance crew is vital to the city’s operations all year round. The workers do so much and help so many people, but often don’t receive the thanks they deserve. The Long … more

By Brendan Carpenter | 7/19/24

Tyler Dearden, signed by the Minnesota Twins organization July 2, hit .361 with 12 homers and 46 RBIs in 55 games with the Ducks.

Long Island Ducks seek second-half turnaround

Gutted by roster departures and injuries, the Long Island Ducks completed the first half of the Atlantic League baseball season July 5 with a 30-33 record, 13 games behind the North Division-winning … more

By Tony Bellissimo | 7/16/24

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