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Luke Foley, a senior at Portledge, will be attending the University of Notre Dame in September.

Luke Foley becomes National Merit Scholar finalist

Portledge senior and Locust Valley resident Luke Foley is one of only 15,000 students across the United States to have become a finalist for the National Merit Scholarship. Through his hard work and … more

By Will Sheeline | 4/23/23

Bahr Gallery in Oyster Bay opens its groovy new exhibition

Fans of classic rock and psychedelic art got the chance to enjoy and buy original examples of 1960’s posters during the opening of the Bahr Gallery in Oyster Bay’s newest exhibition, … more

By Will Sheeline | 4/23/23

While the hull has been finished, there is still a lot of work to be done on the Ida May before it can get onto the water again.

Whiskey plank placed in restored Ida May ship

The final plank has been placed in the hull of the restored historical ship the Ida May, marking a major milestone in the building process, and bringing the team of shipwrights and volunteers one … more

By Will Sheeline | 4/16/23

Marilyn Schereck, left, and her husband Bernie, right, were welcomed into the home of Margaret Schreda when they delivered a care package to her.

Seniors from Life Enrichment Center of Oyster Bay spread spring spirit with care packages

With Easter and Passover coming right around the corner, people are getting into the charitable spirit of the season. Oyster Bay’s Life Enrichment Center is doing their part to spread the … more

By Will Sheeline | 4/10/23

The Long Island indie band the Como Brothers performed inside the Camellia House at the festival on Feb. 18. at Planting Fields Arboretum.

Festival of flowers at the Planting Fields Arboretum

Although spring has not yet sprung, the camellias at the Planting Fields Arboretum have already started to bloom. Visitors to the arboretum saw them firsthand at the historical site’s Annual … more

By Will Sheeline | 4/10/23

Volunteer Barbara Groff, left, takes pride in her work organizing the clothing and other items for sale at the Hope for Long Island Thrift Store. Manager Joe Scibelli complimented her, and all of the volunteers.

A thrift store where everyone knows your name

People come to Hope for Long Island Thrift Store for a variety of reasons, says its manager, Joe Scibelli. Sure, they’re looking to take home a treasure or two, but often they leave with so … more

By Laura Lane | 4/10/23

Legislator Josh Lafazan, joined by Adrienne Esposito, executive director of Citizens Campaign for the Environment, announced the introduction of a bill that would require Nassau County to become carbon-neutral by 2035.

Proposed bill by Legislator Josh Lafazan would make Nassau County carbon-neutral

Nassau County Legislator Josh Lafazan announced the introduction of a bill that would require the county to become carbon-neutral by 2035 to address ecological and infrastructure challenges before … more

By Will Sheeline | 4/10/23

Frank M. Flower & Sons has begun hydraulically dredging Mill Neck Creek for clams, as it did last year, above.

Frank M. Flower & Sons' dredge boats back in Mill Neck Creek

Residents and those who visit Mill Neck and Bayville this summer will see and hear more than boats and seagulls in Mill Neck Creek. The state Department of Environmental Conservation’s granting … more

By Laura Lane | 4/10/23

Joe Scibelli has made some changes, including adding new shelving and opening the second floor to customers.

Oyster Bay's Hope for L.I. store offers a more personal kind of shopping

People come to Hope for Long Island Thrift Store for a variety of reasons, says its manager, Joe Scibelli. Sure, they’re looking to take home a treasure or two, but often they leave with so much more. Because Hope is the type of business where employees and volunteers tend to know their customers’ first names, there is feeling of responsibility to satisfy their needs, whatever they may be. more

By Laura Lane | 4/2/23

Jamie Arty, left, has lived in the hamlet since 2018 with her husband, Frantz, and their three children.

Oyster Bay Historical Society names Jamie Arty president

Oyster Bay resident Jamie Arty has been named the new president of the Oyster Bay Historical Society’s Board of Trustees. Arty, a lifelong lover of history, said that she is thrilled to get the … more

By Will Sheeline | 4/2/23