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Tables at the event were filled with goodies — pencil cases, water bottles and slip bags — that equipped students for the upcoming school year.

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. more

By Joseph D'Alessandro | 9/13/24

The South Shore Blueway Trail now has a stop in Newbridge Road Park — connecting kayakers, canoeists and other non-motorized boat users to the water-based trail system. Above, Town Supervisor Don Clavin in a kayak at a launch point, with the late-Town Councilman Chris Carini.

Along Nassau County's South Shore, new water access points along Blueway Trail make for smooth sailing

A new water access point, part of the South Shore Blueway Trail Plan, is now complete, according to the New York Department of State. more

By Jordan Vallone | 9/13/24

The Chair Society of Temple Beth Am of Merrick and Bellmore hosted a Shabbat Summer Service. At the event, Helen Schary Motro, a renowned author, shared readings from her latest publication.

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. more

By Jordan Vallone | 9/13/24

The annual March on for Brain Injury Walk is coming to Eisenhower Park on Sept. 14. It raises awareness and funds for the Brain Injury Association of New York State. Above, walkers at a previous event.

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. more

By Jordan Vallone | 9/13/24

Legendary musician and former Eagles guitarist Don Felder performed at the Harry Chapin Lakeside Theatre last month in Eisenhower Park.

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. more

By Jordan Vallone | 9/13/24

Veterans, Merrick Jewish Center members and House Rep. Anthony D’Esposito, Senator Steve Rhoads and Town of Hempstead Councilman Chris Schneider gathered to remember veterans and value their service.

Community honors World War II navy hero Ensign Lawrence D. Solowey

The Jewish War Veterans Post 652 and the Merrick Jewish Centre recently memorialized a local hero, World War II veteran Ensign Lawrence D. Solowey. more

By Joseph D'Alessandro | 9/6/24

The Bellmore-Merrick Central High School District is under investigation by the U.S. Department of Education resulting from a ‘shared ancestry’ complaint. Above, the entrance to the Brookside School, the district’s headquarters.

‘Shared ancestry’ investigation is open in Bellmore-Merrick schools

According to the U.S. Department of Education, there is an open investigation of a “shared ancestry” complaint in the Bellmore-Merrick Central High School District. It is one of two such investigations on Long Island, along with one in the Commack School District, in Suffolk County. more

By Jordan Vallone | 9/6/24

Dylan, Owen and Avery, above with their grandmother, headed back to school on Sept. 3.

Bellmore-Merrick students head back to school

As the summer sun gradually gave way to a comfortable warmth, the streets of Bellmore, North Bellmore, Merrick, and North Merrick were filled with excitement and anticipation on Sept. 3. more

By Jordan Vallone | 9/6/24

North Bellmore’s leadership team welcomed newly hired faculty members at new teacher orientation on Aug. 14 at the Park Avenue Elementary School library.

New educators receive a warm welcome

First-year faculty members got a thorough introduction to the North Bellmore School District at new teacher orientation on Aug. 14. The 18 new hires will work across the district’s five schools and include classroom, special education and special area teachers, as well as nurses, social workers and speech language pathologists. more

By Jordan Vallone | 9/6/24

Laura Gillen, the Democratic candidate in New York’s 4th Congressional District, outlined her action plan to combat antisemitism last week. Gillen wants to target antisemitism in schools, synagogues and social media.

Laura Gillen outlines an antisemitism action plan

Laura Gillen, the Democratic candidate in New York’s 4th Congressional District, announced an action plan to combat antisemitism outside a house in East Meadow last week. more

By Jordan Vallone | 9/6/24

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