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Gail Kastenholz, the daughter of two Holocaust survivors, detailed its history and the struggles her parents faced as Jews in Europe.

Yom HaShoah held at Holocaust Tolerance and Memorial Center

Dozens of people gathered at the Holocaust Tolerance and Memorial Center in Glen Cove last Sunday to commemorate Yom HaShoah — Holocaust Remembrance Day, which pays tribute to the 6 million … more

By Roksana Amid | 5/10/24

Anne Kelly, left, and Metta Pollio won second and first place respectively in their divisions in the New York state portion of the National History Day Program.

North Shore students shine in history competition

Two students from the North Shore School District were selected as finalists for the prestigious National History Day Program advancing to the national competition held in College Park, Maryland, … more

By Will Sheeline | 5/10/24

Lisa Colacioppo wants to keep North Shore special

Lisa Colacioppo, the current vice president of the North Shore School District Board of Education, is running for reelection for a second term on the board. Colacioppo, 48, of Sea Cliff, is a retired … more

By Will Sheeline | 5/10/24

Maria Mosca plans to advocate for the North Shore

Maria Mosca is running for reelection to the North Shore School District’s Board of Education, aiming to continue her work in supporting the district’s educational programs and navigating its … more

By Will Sheeline | 5/10/24

James Svendsen advocates for long-term planning

James Svendsen, a seasoned educator with 34 years of experience, has announced his candidacy for the North Shore School District Board of Trustees. Svendsen says his extensive background in … more

By Will Sheeline | 5/10/24

Colluras take stage at Cooking for a Cure

East Rockaway's Ronald and Rachel Collura, along with their family, were honored at the annual Cooking for a Cure diabetes fundraiser. more

By Ben Fiebert | 5/3/24

Jolie Silva, left, Alison Camardella and Adam Birkenstock were among those who explained the data detailing how, when and why North Shore students were using drugs and alcohol.

The state of substance use at North Shore

The North Shore School District is facing challenges in addressing substance abuse among its students, according to a recent presentation by school officials and representatives from local … more

By Will Sheeline | 4/25/24

Assemblyman Chuck Lavine decried his Republican colleagues' 'antics' over the Faith-Based Housing Act, which is not a part of the New York State budget.

Housing proposal for state budget faces some backlash

A proposal to include a Faith-Based Housing Act in the New York state budget has sparked debate on Long Island, with concerns about its potential impact on local zoning laws and the ability of … more

By Will Sheeline | 4/25/24

Artist Dan Christoffel presented a piece showing the ‘Scottsboro Boys,’ nine black teenagers who were falsely accused of raping a white woman in the 1930’s and whose trials led to a reexamination of the right to fair trial and racism in the legal system.

Understanding the ‘American Dream’ at Raynham Hall Museum

History and contemporary art merge in a captivating dialogue at Raynham Hall Museum’s latest exhibition, “American Dream.” Curated in collaboration with Yellow Cat Gallery, the … more

By Will Sheeline | 4/25/24

Former state assemblyman Mike LiPetri declares candidacy for New York's Third Congressional District

Mike LiPetri, an attorney and former Republican New York State Assemblyman, has officially announced his bid for the Republican primary in New York’s 3rd Congressional District. LiPetri, a … more

By Will Sheeline | 4/25/24

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