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It’s time to re-evaluate New York’s climate goals

As Long Islanders are paying more and more for their utilities, it is far past time for more policymakers to ask if the aspirational goals and timelines of the Climate Leadership and Community Protection Act are realistic, or if we need to correct course. more

By Patricia Canzoneri-Fitzpatrick | 8/29/24

After-school’ activities benefit those of all ages

As the new school year begins on Long Island, students are returning not only to classrooms, but also to a vibrant world of extracurricular activities. While we often associate clubs, sports teams and after-school programs with youth development, it’s crucial to recognize that the benefits of such involvement extend far beyond childhood and adolescence. more

8/29/24

Behind the mask: the flaws in Nassau’s new law

Imagine a law introduced to fight hate and bigotry — yet it is so flawed that it inadvertently shields those very perpetrators from justice. That’s precisely what happened on Aug. 5, when the Nassau County Legislature’s Republican majority pushed through its so-called Mask Transparency Act — a law that, despite its intentions, opens the door to unintended consequences. more

By Seth Koslow | 8/29/24

Vance needs to get his immigrant story straight

The Republican nominee for vice president, J.D. Vance, recently claimed that waves of Italian, Irish and German immigrants in the 19th century created “ethnic enclaves” and “inter-ethnic conflicts.” more

By Peter King | 8/29/24

Congestion pricing may again haunt motorists

Like the Ghost of Christmas Past, or Lazarus rising from the dead, congestion pricing, sidelined earlier this year by Gov. Kathy Hochul, is due to rear its ugly head sometime later this year. The question is, what form will it take, and will it be any better than the past version? more

By Jerry Kremer | 8/29/24

The annual bake sale for the late Jamison Novello, a sophomore at South Side in Rockville Centre and a talented dancer with the Broadway Dance Center, is set to take place on Sept. 14 at 9:30 a.m.

Sixth annual bake sale set for Jamison Novello

The bake sale for Jamison Novello will take place on Saturday, Sept. 14 at 9:30 a.m. at her mother's home at 35 Burtis Ave. more

By Daniel Offner | 8/29/24

Katie Twomey, left, a member of Defender Hose Company No. 1 in Rockville Centre, hands out plastic firefighter helmets to attendees.

Photos: Rockville Centre celebrates local heroes

Kids in Rockville Centre get an up-close opportunity to learn about the requirements and responsibilities of first-responders. more

By Daniel Offner | 8/23/24

Cyclones’ junior varsity hockey players from Rockville Centre, East Rockaway and Hewlett celebrate after winning the championship game against the Plainview/Old Bethpage Hawks.

Junior varsity hockey team captures Islanders high school crown

The RVC/East Rockaway/Hewlett Cyclones junior varsity ice hockey team won the Islanders High School Hockey League title more

By Andrew Francis | 8/23/24

MannChild perform before a packed crowd at Kasey’s Rooftop on June 6.

Local dad band rock out for a cause

Six dads from RVC formed the group, MannChild, a rock band that has been gaining attention for its charitable endeavors. more

By Andrew Francis | 8/23/24

Paul and Jimmy of Two Euros wrap up the Music on the Green summer concert series with a performance on Aug. 13.

Music on the Green returns to RVC

Rockville Centre wrapped up its Music on the Green summer concert series on Aug. 13 with a performance by Two Euros. more

By Daniel Offner | 8/23/24

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