As a member of the John F. Kennedy High School Community Leadership Program, junior Jayda Levine is one of a select group of students taking part in the three-year program.
more
2/16/24
|
Everyone knows that in the U.S., the planet and environment are celebrated on Earth Day, which falls on April 22, welcoming in a season of new growth.
more
By Jordan Vallone
|
2/16/24
|
As the winter starts to wind down, the four libraries of Bellmore-Merrick bring fun, entertaining, and informative events.
more
By Mason Lauron
|
2/16/24
|
In the Merrick Union Free School District, it’s a Birch School tradition to embrace cultural holidays, and on Monday, students and staff rang in the New Year, by celebrating Lunar New Year.
more
By Jordan Vallone
|
2/16/24
|
Long Island lost an American icon with the passing of Baldwin resident Bob Beckwith last week. The image of Beckwith standing with President George W. Bush amid the ruins of the World Trade Center days after the Sept. 11 attacks will forever personify America’s unyielding courage and quiet determination in the face of horrific tragedy and massive challenge.
more
By Peter King
|
2/16/24
|
“When the terrorists attacked, Bob suited up. And, like so many brave first responders, raced toward the danger to save and search for others.”
more
2/16/24
|
In between the presidential campaign, this week’s special election in the 3rd Congressional District and nightly news headlines, our nation’s border crisis has risen to the forefront of …
more
By Joseph Saladino
|
2/16/24
|
With rising fears of contaminated drinking water for residents across Long Island, I am disappointed by Gov. Kathy Hochul’s proposal to cut $250 million from the Clean Water Infrastructure Act.
…
more
By Michaelle Solages
|
2/16/24
|
An influx of refugees from Latin America, U.S. political wars, and the 2024 presidential campaign has fueled anti-immigrant campaigns in the United States. In statements echoing Adolf Hitler and Nazi …
more
By Alan Singer
|
2/16/24
|
For Nassau County, 2024 is a year of new beginnings — a fact that is evidenced by the ascension of two new legislative caucus leaders and five new legislators. I was looking forward to a fresh start and greater bipartisan cooperation as we confront the county’s most important issues.
more
By Delia DeRiggi-Whitton
|
2/16/24
|