NCC students, faculty protest course cuts

Students and faculty at Nassau Community College are voicing their frustration over the lack of course offerings and departmental cuts.

Herald Person the Year

The ‘Patriot Man’ runs with a purpose

For all that he has done and continues to do, the Herald is proud to name Greg Waxman its 2024 Person of the Year.

What did fourth grade students from Malverne’s Davison Avenue Intermediate School achieve musically?

Fourth grade students from Malverne’s Davison Avenue Intermediate School chosen to perform in the Nassau Music Educators Association All-County P.E.A.K. Music Festival at Freeport High School.

What were West Hempstead students doing at the Winning Women’s Leadership Conference in New York?

West Hempstead Secondary School Virtual Enterprise students attended the Winning Women’s Leadership Conference.

What did Popkin’s Brogna Jujitsu in West Hempstead to raise money for Long Island Cares?

Popkin’s Brogna Jujitsu in West Hempstead donated $5,000 to Long Island Cares.

Editorial

Stepping into a new year with hope and resolve

As we step into the new year, we should resolve to move beyond empty platitudes. Instead of vague aspirations for “better days,” let’s strive for tangible progress: a stronger sense of community, a commitment to justice, and a willingness to adapt to changing realities.

Columnist

Marc Herbst: L.I. deserves its fair share of transportation funding

Long Island is known for many things, from our beautiful beaches and lighthouses to historic sites, great seafood and wineries. Yet, beneath the charm and attractions, Long Island grapples with a …

Columnist

Monique Darrisaw-Akil: America’s literacy crisis is everyone’s responsibility

What if I told you that the next pandemic is around the corner, but is totally preventable? Wouldn’t you muster all your resources to stop it? That’s what is happening in America now when …

Columnist

Will Sheeline: Helping Ukraine fight for justice

While there are certainly plenty of domestic issues, and Americans in need, we cannot forget the people of Ukraine, who are nearing the end of their third year of war with Russia.