Wantagh filmmaker premieres horror film 'Ketchup on Waffles'
John Theissen Jr., a Wantagh resident and young filmmaker, recently premiered his new independent movie, “Ketchup on Waffles,” at the Bellmore Movies and Showplace theater on Aug. 24.
Levittown meeting highlights support for New York’s Equal Rights Amendment
New York voters will soon decide on a ballot measure that would help protect vulnerable groups, and the League of Women Voters is spreading the word on why it’s important for it to pass.
Wantagh's Class of 2028 welcomed with open arms at freshmen orientation
Students from the Class of 2028 took their first steps as they began the final step of their educational journey in Wantagh with freshmen orientation on Aug. 23.
Wantagh Park hosts Tunnels to Towers benefit with Sen. Rhoads
State Sen. Steve Rhoads joined County Executive Bruce Blakeman at the Tunnel to Towers benefit softball game on July 24 in Wantagh Park.
College tour brings Levittown students to educational institutions
Several high schoolers from the Levittown School District explored a variety of college campuses from July 22-24, sparking inspiration for their future educational endeavors after graduation.
Nassau County updates public on first mask law arrest
A Hicksville man was arrested in Levittown for criminal possession of a weapon and allegedly violating the recently enacted Nassau County Mask Transparency Act, Nassau police said.
Rate hike approved for Liberty Water customers in Nassau County
The state’s public service commission has approved a rate increase for Liberty Utilities, which provides water services to some 120,000 customers in Nassau County.
Diffuser reunites in Wantagh to support autism causes
The Long Island band Diffuser is set to rock out for a show in Wantagh that will help raise money and awareness for the local autistic community. The event, which will take place at …
Wife of former Long Island Congressman has life-saving surgery
Rosemary King, wife of former Long Island Congressman Peter King, was rushed to North Shore University Hospital in Manhasset for an emergency gallbladder removal after experiencing severe abdominal …
Seaford district welcomes pair of student-centered building leaders
The Seaford School District announced the appointment of two new principals for the 2024-25 school year. Raphi Morey takes over as the leader of Seaford Middle School, and Joann Krudis joins the district to head Seaford Manor Elementary School.
Columnist
Time to prevent a flashover
“Watch for the warning signs of a flashover” is one of the most important lessons I learned in the Nassau County Fire Service Academy when I began active service with the Wantagh Fire Department over 30 years ago.
Columnist
Momalas for Kamala, a thread to unite us
In a world where news breaks instantly on our phones, cracking the world open in an instant, behold the weekly newspaper, the tortoise of the news business. As I write, I realize it’s not all bad to have time to think between 72-point headlines.
Columnist
Students learn history in English, too
My love of reading and history began when I was about 16. Enrolled in an Advanced Placement English class at my high school, I was blessed to have an amazing teacher who taught me how to make sense of the things I read, and consequently fostered my love of writing.
Op-Ed
We honor the fallen, but must not forget our veterans
After our collective pause on Memorial Day to honor those who made the ultimate sacrifice, it behooves us to take the next step by renewing our commitment to taking care of veterans right here in Nassau County.