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An opportunity to do good presented itself. I went for it.

On Nov. 7, I was honored and humbled to be elected to the Nassau County Legislature by the residents of the 1st Legislative District, which comprises the Village of Rockville Centre and most of the Village of Hempstead. more

By Scott Davis | 1/12/24

Here’s what I’m focused on in Mineola

I’m occasionally asked a puzzling question by some people in political circles. What, they ask, do people in the Five Towns want from us in government. I respond, of course, that Five Towns residents want the very same things that everyone else, in every other neighborhood, wants and needs. They want their public officials to provide, above all, safety for their families. They want good schools, clean streets, good roads and an efficient, well-run government that keeps taxes as low as possible. more

By Howard Kopel | 1/12/24

Nassau County Legislators Arnold Drucker, left, Siela Bynoe, Carrie Solagés, Debra Mulé, Scott Davis and Seth Koslow are sworn into office by former Minority Leader Kevan M. Abrahams during the inauguration ceremony on Jan. 5.

Nassau County Legislator Scott Davis sworn into office

Nassau County Legislator Scott M. Davis was sworn in for his first term in office representing residents in the newly reapportioned Legislative District 1, encompassing the villages of Rockville … more

1/11/24

Focusing on face and body rejuvenation

A brand new medical spa will be bringing in the New Year, and its owner couldn’t be more thrilled. After many years working in skin care private label product development, Yelena Gadayeva is following her true passion, to help people, in her own place, using advanced technology, to look and feel the best that they can. Now, as a licensed esthetician (also known as an aesthetician), together with a team of medical professionals, she will be offering face and body rejuvenation. more

By Terry Biener | 1/11/24

Senior Dakota Evans is averaging better than 8 points per game for the Cyclones, who won four of their first five conference matchups.

South Side adjusting to absences

The South Side girls’ basketball team is once again fighting for a conference title as the season hits the halfway point. But for that to continue, the Cyclones will need to get healthier and … more

By Brian Kacharaba | 1/9/24

The Rockville Centre Police Department responded to reports of a suspicious vehicle on N. Village Avenue that had a poster of Saddam Hussein on it and writing on the hood that read 'when you close your eyes everyone is blind.'

Police find suspicious vehicle with a poster of Saddam Hussein

The Rockville Centre Police Department responded to reports of a suspicious vehicle on N. Village Avenue around 9:30 p.m. on Friday night. Police Commissioner Randy Dodd stated in a letter … more

By Daniel Offner | 1/6/24

Greg Schaefer, president and chief executive officer of Better Home Health Care Agency in Rockville Centre, has been named the grand marshal of this year’s St. Patrick’s Day Parade.

Rockville Centre St. Patrick’s Day Parade committee names Greg Schaefer grand marshal

Greg Schaefer has been named the grand marshal of this year’s St. Patrick’s Day Parade, which will take place on Saturday, March 23, at noon. “I was shocked, to be honest with … more

By Daniel Offner | 1/5/24

Ella Burbige, left, with Karen Polito, Rockville Centre recreation superintendent, to present a check for the purchase of an automated external defibrillator at the John A. Anderson Recreation Center.

Ella Burbige, a South Side High School junior, creates foundation to help save lives

South Side High School junior Ella Burbige has taken an active role in spreading awareness of sudden cardiac arrest among student-athletes, and ensuring that the proper equipment and training are … more

By Susanna Ciurleo | 1/5/24

David Vessey shows Joey Valasiadis, 2, a blue-tongued skink as his parents Joe and Lydia Valasiadis look on.

The Center for Science, Teaching and Learning hosts the 2nd annual Dinosaur Carnival

The Center for Science, Teaching and Learning in Rockville Centre was filled with excitement and wonder over the holiday break, as families from all across Long Island came out seeking an engaging … more

By Daniel Offner | 1/5/24

South Side Middle School students in the CORE program hosted a holiday pop-up shop event on Dec. 18, with the goal of learning research, design, marketing and financial skills.

CORE students host holiday pop-up shop

Three students in the CORE program at South Side Middle School hosted a holiday pop-up shop with the goal of developing functional life skills, not turning a profit. The project was created to … more

1/5/24

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