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A Few Clouds Lynbrook woman sentenced to 13 years for role in 2016 attack that led to her mother's death
Victim Theresa Kiel lived in Long Beach, worked in Malverne schools
A Lynbrook woman was sentenced to 13 years in prison for her role in her boyfriend's barbell attack on her mother outside of her Long Beach apartment, which led to her death two years later.
Condo project proposed for Lynbrook
A development firm caused a stir in Lynbrook last week when it posted fliers in the neighborhood and revealed plans on social media to build an 18-unit luxury condominium project in the village.
East Rockaway High School reopens after short break
Positive Covid test sends students home for 3 days
Classes were back in session at East Rockaway Junior-Senior High School on Monday after district officials shut the building down for three days when a staff member tested positive for the coronavirus.
Lynbrook writer publishes debut book of poetry
Shakira Croce said that as far back as she could remember, she wanted to write poetry.
Lynbrook teens' donation makes a big splash
Swim Across America aids cancer research
After 10 straight summers at the Lynbrook Village Pool, the annual Swim Across America event had to be altered this year. That didn’t stop five young Lynbrook residents from doing their part to raise money for cancer research through this event.
New Edge City Church launches in Lynbrook
On Sept. 13, almost two-dozen people gathered for Edge City church’s first in-person launch service in Lynbrook. The church had originally been set to open for the first time for Palm Sunday on April 5, however, with the coronavirus pandemic in full effect at the time, large group gatherings were banned.
Collectors Coin and Jewelry hits over 70 years in business in Lynbrook
After more than eight years as the co-owner of Collectors Coin and Jewelry in Lynbrook, Jason Joseph said there has been a surprising uptick in sales during the coronavirus pandemic.
‘A place to remember’
Lynbrook street named for late NYPD 9/11 first responder
Family, friends and uniformed police officers gathered at the corner of Hodson and Central avenues on Aug. 21 as a new honorary street sign, “NYPD Sgt. Christopher Christodoulou,” was unveiled.
A special message
During the High Holy Days, we must ‘choose life’
As Jews gather this Friday evening, we will be welcoming the Sabbath, as well as Rosh Hashanah, the Jewish New Year of 5781. During the upcoming High Holy Days — the 10 days between Rosh Hashanah and Yom Kippur — we will engage in prayer and reflect on the year that has passed. Without a doubt, the intention we bring to our prayers will be influenced by the unprecedented global health crisis of these past seven months.
Villages of Lynbrook, East Rockaway commemorate 19th anniversary of 9/11
On a somber Friday, residents, elected officials, first responders and community leaders gathered for ceremonies in Lynbrook and East Rockaway commemorating the 19th anniversary of the terrorist attacks of Sept. 11, 2001.
Randi Kreiss
Irony abounds in the time of Trump
We are living in a Greek tragedy, rich in ironic twists. Donald Trump, who ran for office on the promise of “draining the swamp,” has created an administration populated by swamp critters . . .
Alfonse D'Amato
Some inconvenient facts about energy and the environment
One of the great U.S. success stories in recent times has been the country’s move to energy independence. Because we now produce more than enough domestic energy to power our homes and businesses . . .