In North Merrick, students meet and greet their teachers, and get a treat too
Ahead of the launch of the school year in North Merrick, the school district began with its annual Meet, Greet and a Treat event at the Harold D. Fayette on Aug 29, bringing together students, parents, and teachers to relieve start-of-school worries before classes begin.
New water access point on South Shore Blueway Trail completed at Newbridge Road Park
A new water access point at Newbridge Road Park in Bellmore has been completed as part of the South Shore Blueway Trail Plan, offering safe access for human-powered boats and enhancing the connection between Nassau County’s estuary and surrounding recreational spaces.
Chai Society at Temple Beth Am of Merrick and Bellmore hosts renowned author
The Chai Society of Temple Beth Am of Merrick and Bellmore hosted a Shabbat Summer Service, followed by a special Oneg Shabbat, a meal following services.
Taking steps to help those with brain injuries
The Brain Injury Association of New York State is holding its annual March on for Brain Injury Walk at Eisenhower Park on Saturday, Sept. 14.
Nassau County 'takes it easy' with Don Felder
Former Eagles guitarist Don Felder rocked Eisenhower Park’s Harry Chapin Lakeside Theatre last month as part of the Nassau County’s summer concert series.
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.
Tree planting is first of its kinds with Bellmore-Merrick school district
Students, educators and environmentalists gathered on Aug. 14 to plant 22 trees at the Merrick Avenue Middle School before classes are back in session, in just a few weeks.
Bellmore-Merrick's Extended School Year students shine on stage during annual production
Every summer, students in the Extended School Year program in the Bellmore-Merrick Central School District, put on “play” — but with a unique twist.
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Offshore wind is the answer for Long Island
A major societal shift always brings questions. The shift we are making to renewable energy is on a scale rarely seen in history, and questions are welcome and a part of the process of understanding.