Learn how Lynbrook's Peter Latorre is tackling new frontiers boxing, mental health counseling
After servng in the Marine Corps., lynbrook resident and Elmont bative Peter Latorre is taking on new challenges: boxing and mental health counseling.
Welcome to the first day of school in the East Rockaway and Lynbrook school district
Administrators, students and teachers in the East Rockway and Lynbrook school districts first day of school generated welcoming hellos and happy faces.
See how Nassau County honored Lynbrook resident Steve Grogan
Lynbrook resident was among five military veterans who received Nassau County’s 2024 Distinguished Service to Veterans Award.
All aboard for coffee at the Lynbrook Long Island Rail Road station
The Lynbrook Long Island Rail Road station will be one of three where coffee shops will have coffee, tea and an assortment of cold beverages, along with treats and sundries for commuters to grab and go.
How do wooden horses run? Pretty good at Lynbrook's Order of Italy fundraiser
The Lynbrook Knights of Columbus Hall for the Order Sons & Daughters of Italy - Per Sempre Lodge 2344 held is annual Wooden Horses fundrasier last month.
Sewage treatment upgrades spark Western Bay revival
The Western Bays — the waters stretching 10 miles from the East Rockaway Inlet to the Jones Inlet — are in the midst of a much-needed resurgence. The bays represent a vital …
Lynbrook WWII veteran Paul Pette's 101st birthday
Lynbrook resident and World War II veteran, Paul Pette, was celebrated for his past military service and his 101st birthday. Pette turned 101 on Aug. 29 and his fellow veterans from Lynbrook …
Lynbrook Fire department revs up for Chamber car show
Lynbrook Fire Department members took time from volunteering to rescue people in trouble to be part of the Lynbrook Chamber of Commerce’s Car Show on Atlantic Avenue last month. …
Welcoming the new East Rockaway teachers
The East Rockaway school district said hello to 15 new teachers and welcomed them during the annual orientation on Aug. 26, which was led by Sean Murray, the assistant superintendent of curriculum …
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.
Editorial
Let’s shake on prioritizing sportsmanship
The return of fall scholastic sports on Long Island is the first opportunity of the new school year to remind athletes, coaches, parents and the fans in the stands of the importance of sportsmanship.
Columnist
The world must continue to hear us
Sept. 11, 2001, was the most tragic day in American history. It was also our finest hour, a demonstration of our nation’s courage, resilience and undying spirit.
Columnist
Some hits and some errors, but no game-changers — yet
Less than two months before Election Day, it’s anybody’s guess as to who will win the big prize. By the time this reaches print, the two major presidential candidates will have had their debate, which by itself may decide who has earned the label of frontrunner. But there are a few factors that could be deal breakers for former President Donald Trump or Vice President Kamala Harris.
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Enhancing education through accessible transportation
In the Village of Hempstead, the largest village in the country, the Hempstead Union Free School District has never had districtwide busing.