Learn how independent Girl Scout Maya Cullen-Conyers earned her Gold Award
Lynbrook resident Maya Cullen-Conyers, an independent Girl Scout, earned the prestigious Gold Award.
Toniann Butler shares voice with Lynbrook Rec Cetner
As a lifelong student of voice, Toniann Butler is passing on her knowledge and love of singing to a younger generation. The Hewlett resident teaches about 22 private voice students in addition …
PHOTOS! 'Summer Climb' lifts students' learning skills
Students usually associate summer vacation with two things, freedom and fun. For students in the East Rockaway school district however, summer is also a time for exploration, creativity, and …
How the Lynbrook Fire Department fought the Denton Avenue food truck fire
The Lynbrook Fire Department put out a food fire truck on Denton Avenue in the village as the vehicle's propane tanks helped spread the Aug. 23 blaze.
Baldwin man dies after three-vehicle Lynbrook crash
A three-vehicle crash in Lynbrook on Aug. 25 resulted in the death of one motorist and critically injured two other people.
Hofstra eyes return to national stage
Hofstra men’s soccer reached big heights in 2023, advancing to the NCAA Tournament’s third-round stage for the second time in three years, but longtime head coach Richard Nuttall felt plenty was left on the table during the historic run.
Rate hike approved for Liberty Water customers in Nassau County
The state’s public service commission has approved a rate increase for Liberty Utilities, which provides water services to some 120,000 customers in Nassau County.
Lynbrook's $95 million Langdon complex making progress
Lynbrook is anticipating the completion of The Langdon at 47 Broadway, a new residential development featuring 201 units, in the heart of the village across the street from the Long Island Rail Road …
Author Karen Taylor Bass visits Ground Central Coffee
Author Karen Taylor Bass, a New Jersey resident, explained what brought her to Ground Central Coffee in Lynbrook on Aug. 17 to host her book chat and signing event. “I lived here in …
Editorial
A relief for Long Island’s senior community
For years, Long Island’s seniors have faced a daunting challenge: the ever-rising cost of prescription medications. In a region where the cost of living already stretches many budgets to the breaking point, our elderly neighbors have often been forced to make impossible choices between their health and their financial stability. Now, however, there is a ray of hope on the horizon for Nassau and Suffolk counties’ substantial senior population.
Columnist
The real war on women in New York
The slogan “The War on Women” has largely been associated with the critical issue of women’s reproductive rights. With a presidential election coming in November, we have already heard the phrase being used not only in reference to federal races but also in local and state contests.
Columnist
New Costco policy highlights double standard on ID’s
Costco, the popular warehouse retailer with multiple locations across Long Island, is making a significant change to its membership policy. As of the new update, customers will be required to scan the bar code or QR code associated with their membership cards at store entrances.
Columnist
Are masks worth outlawing? Check the dictionary.
I find that when spin doctors try to muddy an issue, it’s often a good idea to begin at the beginning and turn to a dictionary. For example, look up the word “mask,” and you get several definitions. As a noun, it means “a covering for all or part of the face, worn as a disguise, or to amuse or terrify other people.” As a verb, it means “to conceal (something) from view.” Given the heated debate taking place in New York state right now, I found these meanings very telling, but allow me to share some background.
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A better idea than the original congestion pricing plan
Yes, I think we can all agree that New York City’s roads are too crowded, the air is too polluted, and a lot of money is needed to improve mass transit, but the plan to charge commuters $15 to enter Manhattan — on top of the tolls they’re already paying — that was recently put on hold by Gov. Kathy Hochul isn’t the way to go.