The Beatles’ invasion of America 50 years ago this month was a global event, but in 1964, in the Five Towns, it was very much a local story.
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2/14/14
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With his parents at his side on Feb. 5, Long Beach High School senior Tariq Cole signed a letter of intent to play college football at Rutgers University in the fall. A four-year varsity player, the …
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By Rosemary Leonetti
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2/7/14
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New York state Comptroller Thomas DiNapoli released a report on Jan. 14 titled “School District Revenue Growth Slows.” Before I get to it, a quick primer on education funding.
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1/23/14
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The High School Hockey League of Nassau County’s 2013-14 season is in full swing and only one of 15 teams carried an undefeated record into January.
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By Tony Bellissimo
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1/11/14
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The death last week of former South African President Nelson Mandela sparked a worldwide outpouring of sorrow, respect and remembrance of a man many considered one of history’s great heroes — a …
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By Brian Racow and Emily Webb
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12/11/13
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A group of Long Beach High School students are creating awareness about the dangers of underage drinking — and urging parents to think twice about placing those liquor and beer bottles next to …
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By Anthony Rifilato
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12/5/13
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As the curtain opened on the Long Beach High School theater department’s production of “Almost, Maine” the audience was immediately transported into a magical star-studded winter wonderland. …
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By Rosemary Leonetti
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11/29/13
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With the Long Beach School District celebrating the 100th anniversary of its founding, it was fitting that this year’s four inductees to the Long Beach High School Wall of Fame spanned the history …
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By Rosemary Leonetti
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10/4/13
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With the Long Beach Marines already posting a victory against MacArthur in their season opener on Sept. 12, spirits were high as fans filled the stands at Veterans Memorial Field to cheer their team …
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By Rosemary Leonetti
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9/26/13
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Kickoff week is here for the 2013 Nassau County High School football season. Farmingdale, Garden City, Lawrence, and Roosevelt are out to defend titles, and plenty of challenges await them all.
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By Tony Bellissimo
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9/9/13
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