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Front Street Bakery in Rockville Centre is celebrating its 80th anniversary, marking four generations of family ownership and decades of community traditions — from its signature dot cookies to custom cakes — that have made the shop a cherished local landmark.
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By Brian Kacharaba
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3/13/26
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In a packed Farmingdale State College gymnasium that almost had the roof blown off Saturday evening, South Side’s boys’ basketball team gave Roslyn a taste of its own medicine, dropping a …
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By Nick Mongiovi
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3/7/26
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South Side High School and South Side Middle School teamed up for a Feb. 11 jazz concert featuring combined performances by student ensembles, soloists, and a collaborative finale, while also honoring eighth-grader Nick Cuevas with the Stefan B. Lichter Memorial Scholarship.
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By Brian Kacharaba
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3/6/26
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Dozens of families attended Central Synagogue-Beth Emeth’s annual Purim Carnival in Rockville Centre, enjoying costumes, games, traditional treats, and community celebrations honoring the holiday’s themes of courage, joy, and generosity.
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By Brian Kacharaba
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3/6/26
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After nearly 30 years with the Rockville Centre Police Department, Inspector Chris Romance retired to become police chief in Hinesburg, Vermont, and Lt. Matthew Vickery was promoted to inspector, continuing the department’s legacy of leadership and community service.
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By Alyssa R. Griffin
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3/6/26
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Symphony of Hope will bring restored Holocaust-era violins, international soloists, and local ensembles to Molloy University’s Madison Theatre on March 12, transforming personal histories of loss into a public musical tribute and educational experience.
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By Roksana Amid and Brian Kacharaba
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3/6/26
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Three Rockville Centre police officers—Matthew Vickery, Noz Firoz, and Michael Farrell—were promoted to inspector, lieutenant, and sergeant, respectively, during a March 2 Board of Trustees ceremony recognizing their careers, leadership, and dedication to the department.
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By Brian Kacharaba
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3/6/26
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South Side High School has named Megan Chiara as valedictorian and Abigail Gruner as salutatorian for the Class of 2026, honoring their academic excellence, leadership, and community contributions.
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By Alyssa R. Griffin
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3/6/26
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The Blue team reclaimed the South Side High School Red and Blue crown with a 70-52 win over the Red team, dominating skits, props, and dance after a three-day competition that combined performances, relays, and tumbling, while both teams showcased leadership, teamwork, and sportsmanship.
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By Brian Kacharaba and Alyssa R. Griffin
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3/6/26
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A sweeping new local law introduced at the Town of Hempstead Animal Shelter seeks to crack down on unlicensed backyard breeders. Supervisor John Ferretti emphasized the measure's goal: "Protect animals and prevent suffering before it starts." The law would require pet owners to register litters within 30 days and report key details, aiming to reduce overpopulation and prevent abuse.
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By Abbey Salvemini
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2/27/26
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