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Fair Ryder honored, but her emphasis is on others. Why?
Each year, the State Senate honors women in politics who go above and beyond for their communities. Hempstead Town Councilwoman Laura Ryder has been recognized as one of these “Women of …
The Eagles have landed! What did these amazing Scouts do?
Four Boy Scouts from Troop 116 of Valley Stream achieved the prestigious rank of Eagle Scout on May 13. The Scouts — all from Lynbrook — were celebrated during an Eagle Scout Court …
What do these school initiatives mean for you?
Tuesday May 16 saw the Lynbrook Board of Education budget pass with an impressive 77 percent of the vote. Three additional propositions were also passed — so what exactly are they, and how will …
Keep safe while grilling. Here's how.
National statistics from fire departments in the U.S. state over 10,000 home grill fires and 100 deaths due to injuries annually. Approximately 79 percent of all grill fires are from gas grills. And …
They shredded like rock stars! But why? And how? And where can you, too?
The Town of Hempstead held a successful E-Cycle and Shredding event May 7 at North Woodmere Park for residents, free-of-charge. All televisions, computers, computer components (including cables, …
Lynbrook proposes budget with a 3.35% tax increase. What does this mean for the 2023-24 year?
Taxes in the Village of Lynbrook are proposed to rise 3.35 percent after the mayor and board of trustees met on March 27 to review the proposed 2023-24 budget.
Competition? Not between these scholars.
Competition can bring out the best in people. Even a friendly rivalry can provide inspiration to achieve.
Lynbrook will be turning 'red' this week. Find out why.
The Lynbrook Fire Department will honor their fallen firefighters by lighting up the memorial on Sunrise Highway in red beginning April 30. Each year the National Fallen Firefighters Foundation …
Find out how the Lynbrook Fire Department is planning to honor its fallen firefighters
April 30th will mark the 60th anniversary of the tragic accident that claimed the lives of three volunteer firefighters and a crossing guard when two Lynbrook fire trucks collided while responding to …
Op-Ed
Israel’s safety must be America’s priority
In many corners of the world today, instability and democratic backsliding reign supreme. We see this phenomenon playing out as Russia continues its malicious invasion of Ukraine . . .
Randi Kreiss
Dishing up an old-time menu for the holiday
The Memorial Day acai bowl just will not work. Neither do I want to see a tofu hot dog or an Impossible Burger vegging out at my table.
Peter King
Yes, we’re a nation of immigrants, but . . .
The ongoing influx of undocumented immigrants into New York City now threatens not just to overwhelm the city, but to spread into the suburbs . . .
Op-Ed
The school board: Not always polite, but indispensable
So you’re looking for a way to give back to your community? Maybe burnish your resume for a future run for public office? Look no further than your local education board.