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On Feb. 4, Veterans and local elected leaders gathered at the Wantagh American Legion Post 1273 to honor four World War Two US Army Chaplains who made the ultimate sacrifice for their country.
Wantagh American Legion honors World War II heroes during Chaplain Day Ceremony
In a poignant tribute to valor and sacrifice, Wantagh American Legion Post 1273 hosted a Four Chaplain Day Ceremony on Feb. 4, attended by local elected officials, veterans, and community members. … more
Wantagh Middle School seventh graders conducted a science experiment to see how mass affected the distance a car would travel.
Science students study mass and motion
Young scientists at Wantagh Middle School explored the correlation between mass and velocity during a recent experiment. Seventh graders raced model cars down ramps to see how far they traveled with … more
State Sen. Steve Rhoads, left, with Santa Claus, Councilman Christopher Carini, and County Legislator Micheal Giangregorio at the Winter Wonderland festival in Wantagh.
Festive lights in a Winter Wonderland
On a chilly Saturday, the heart of Wantagh came alive with the fifth annual Winter Wonderland Festival, a joyous celebration hosted by the Wantagh Chamber of Commerce and generously sponsored by the … more
Jennifer Axel, left, with Omar Acosta, Rebecca Baudette, Brent Sha-rif. The event brough communities together for the goal of raising awareness of the overdose crisis.
Overdose walk brings people together
The Mental Health Association of Nassau County hosted their second annual Overdose Prevention and Awareness walk – Gone But Not Forgotten last Saturday at Jones Beach. The three-mile walk aimed … more
Nassau County Executive Bruce Blakeman and Nassau County Legislature presiding officer Howard Kopel, say they are compelling Hofstra University president Susan Poser to appear before the legislature next week. Blakeman accuses Poser of colluding with a Sands competitor in an effort to thwart casino plans in Uniondale — something both Poser and Hard Rock International deny.
Blakeman subpoenas Hofstra prez over casino claim
The battle between Nassau County and Hofstra University appears to be heating up beyond the legal action between the two. County Executive Bruce Blakeman says he has subpoenaed Hofstra president Susan Poser, accusing her of colluding with a competing casino organization in an effort to derail plans by Las Vegas Sands to redevelop the Nassau Coliseum. more
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Nassau County District Attorney Anne Donnelly addressed community concerns during a meeting at the Levittown Public Library. The League of Women Voters of East Nassau hosted the event on May 15.
Nassau County District Attorney Anne Donnelly discusses community concerns at League of Women Voters meeting
Nassau County District Attorney Anne Donnelly was the guest speaker  at a meeting of the League of Women Voters of East Nassau, where she discussed such topics as the increase in hate crimes. more
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Joshua Encarnacion was 11 when he died of a rare form of cancer in September. His parents formed a committee to help build a basketball court in his name at Mandalay Elementary School in Wantagh.
Honoring Joshua Encarnacion with a memorial basketball court in Wantagh
Last September, Joshua, 11, died after a battle with a rare form of cancer. To honor his memory, a memorial committee is gearing up to raise money to build a basketball court in his honor. more
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During a reception at the Wantagh Inn, John Theissen was announced as the grand marshal for Wantagh's 2024 St. Patrick's Day Parade.
Theissen is next year's St. Patrick's parade grand marshal
John Theissen, who has a legacy of helping children in need, has been named the grand marshal of Wantagh’s 2024 St. Patrick’s Day parade. The Wantagh Chamber of Commerce announced on … more
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Seaford High School junior Emily Scimeca published her short story — which deals with themes of depression and anxiety — on Teen Ink’s website in October.
A powerful message for extra credit
Seaford High School junior Emily Scimeca turned an extra credit writing assignment in class into a life lesson — and got the piece published to boot. In October, Scimeca had a short story, … more
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Ryan D'orio, left, rocking on stage with Erik Nicholaysen and Emily Salce at the second annual Community Craft Fundraiser in Seaford on May 11.
Seaford fundraiser draws crowd with crafts and music
On May 11, the Seaford High School Class of 2026 hosted the second annual Community Craft, Garage Sale, and Flea Market Fundraiser at the Seaford Train Station. more
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