“Closed” is a sign we see all too often these days, and it’s become a hyperbolic symbol for the current business climate in our state. With National Independent Retailer Month — July — behind us, it’s easy to shift our focus away from supporting small businesses until next year. But given the vital role those businesses play in our communities, especially as many face collapse, we must remain attentive.
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By Ed Ra
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8/16/24
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Old Westbury Gardens lush grounds fill once again with those unmistakable bagpipe sounds and spectacle during a revamped edition of its annual summer festival, on Aug. 24.
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By Danielle Schwab
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8/14/24
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An Oceanside man was arrested early Tuesday morning following a robbery at a 7-11 convenience store on Atlantic Avenue.
Police say that at 5:20 a.m., Anthony Candelaria, 38, of Kenneth Place, …
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By Kepherd Daniel
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8/13/24
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New Jersey resident Joseph Zuziela was found with a variety of drugs, an array of weapons and allegedly illegal possession of law enforcement uniforms in Oceanside on Aug. 8.
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By Jeff Bessen
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8/12/24
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Sunbathing, surfing and maybe even a few sandcastles took a back seat last Saturday as a wresting tournament with nearly 250 participants dominated a steamy summer day in Long Beach.
The …
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By Tony Bellissimo
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8/9/24
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Are you ready for some football? On Aug. 19, all 53 Nassau County public high school football programs can begin preparations for the upcoming season, scheduled to open Friday, Sept. 6 with six games …
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By Tony Bellissimo
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8/9/24
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Oceanside's VFW kicked off the Fall Festival season on July 26 with a vibrant celebration, unveiling a new outdoor bar and grill, and setting the stage for future events.
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By Kepherd Daniel
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8/9/24
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Maria Campanella’s kickboxing classes at Friedberg JCC in Oceanside have been a community favorite for eight years, blending fitness, martial arts, and inclusivity.
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By Kepherd Daniel
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8/9/24
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Island Park's banner initiative, launched by American Legion Post 1029 and the village, commemorates local war heroes with nearly 90 banners lining Long Beach Road.
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By Ryan Demino
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8/9/24
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Animal Lovers Night at Barrier Brewery on July 31 raised $450 for Humane Long Island, supporting animal rescue and advocacy efforts across the region.
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By Kepherd Daniel
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8/9/24
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