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A Few Clouds West Hempstead crosswalk is a step in the right direction
Legislator hopes measure protects pedestrians in West Hempstead
Nassau County Legislator John J. Guiffrè had a novel idea while driving recently. He stopped his vehicle and waited as a pedestrian was getting ready to cross the road at a lighted crosswalk. …
West Hempstead names new principal at Chestnut St. School
West Hempstead district taps Adelphi University educator for interim post
The Chestnut Street School in West Hempstead has a new leader — temporarily. Lisa Minicozzi was named the elementary school’s interim principal during the Jan. 17 board of education …
Malverne honors Dr. King’s mission
Malverne School District presents awards in MLK’s name
The Malverne School District recently celebrated the life and legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., awarding two district leaders with humanitarian awards in his name. Malverne High School …
Seals need space!
DEC: Steer clear of marine mammals — It’s the law
As sightings of marine mammals increase in the winter months, state officials are urging onlookers to resist the temptation to approach these often cute-looking creatures, such as fuzzy seals.
Changing a person’s life trajectory
Youth programs at HempsteadWorks provides at-risk job seekers assistance
That age-old conundrum for young job seekers — to get your first job you need experience — remains a hurdle for many. Teens and young adults in the Town of Hempstead, however, have an advantage.
Malverne students collect bottles to end water crisis
Students from Malverne’s Howard T. Herber Middle School are redeeming used water bottles to donate money that will bring fresh water to communities in need throughout the world.
Malverne rings in Halloween with a bang
Malverne was abuzz with Halloween spirit last weekend as numerous activities and celebrated were hosted by the village of Malverne itself, the chamber of commerce, and other local businesses. …
Apartments, thrift shop damaged after blaze
Smoke could be seen billowing above Hempstead Avenue just across the street from the West Hempstead Public Library on the afternoon of Wednesday Nov. 2 as a fire broke out above Mi Closet Thrift …
Our Lady of Lourdes to host blood drive to honor veteran
The New York Blood Center will hold a blood drive on Sunday in honor of longtime Malvernite Peter Zullo, who died in 2017, at age 75. Shortly after earning undergraduate and law degrees from St. …
West Hempstead rings in Halloween with Edgar Allan Poe
Malverne Community Theatre marked a decade since its reincorporation with a haunting reading of the works of Edgar Allan Poe. Malverne Community Theatre actually has its origins in the 1967. The …
Abortion looms large at Gillibrand town hall
It’s been nearly four months since the U.S. Supreme Court essentially overturned Roe v. Wade, leaving the decision on whether to allow abortions back to the states. Yet, women’s …
Op-Ed
We bumped a meteor off course, so is the danger over?
One of the most popular movies about the apocalyptic notion of a giant meteor striking Earth and destroying civilization was “Deep Impact,” a 1998 disaster film . . .
Randi Kreiss
America’s mayhem is playing on the world stage
If you know American history, or you remember it, “The whole world is watching!” is the unforgettable chant shouted by thousands of young Vietnam War protesters as they were tear-gassed and beaten with clubs . . .
Jerry Kremer
Of course 2024 will be on this year’s ballot
Most elections are about the current candidates, who are seeking a variety of offices all over America. This one, however, will be the equivalent of two elections . . .
Editorial
Thank a crossing guard near you
They work outside in rain, sleet and snow, keeping our most precious commodity — our children — safe.