With a large winter storm forecast to impact the region on Jan. 26 and 27, the Long Island Red Cross has placed volunteers on alert and is preparing to support residents affected by storm-related emergencies, as needed.
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By Vanessa Parker
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1/26/15
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In recognition of National Teen Driver Safety Week, Mepham High School officials recently teamed up with Nassau County District Attorney Kathleen Rice to host AT&T’s “It Can Wait” assembly -- …
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By Julie Mansmann
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11/13/14
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The Port Authority announced at an Oct. 27 meeting with the Town and Village Aircraft Safety and Noise Abatement Committee (TVASNAC) that they have officially signed a contract with San Francisco-based Environmental Science Associates to conduct a federal aircraft noise study known as Part 150.
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By Vanessa Parker
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11/5/14
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The Herald enthusiastically endorses incumbent David McDonough, a Republican from North Merrick, in the 14th Assembly District.
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10/31/14
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A fire is a devastating situation no family ever wants to experience. If they do, it is likely that everyone will come out of it safely by following basic tips that are taught at a young age.
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By Andrew Hackmack
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10/15/14
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The Bellmore School District’s youngest students recently learned how to keep themselves safe while riding the bus.
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10/9/14
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n at Wheeler Avenue and Rockaway Parkway prompted Valley Stream School District 13 to approach village and county officials about the potential dangers posed to students and staff at Wheeler Avenue …
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By Brendan Murray
bmurray@liherald.com
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10/8/14
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Valley Stream residents concerned about the rising rates of opioid use and overdoses will have a chance to learn about how to respond in emergency situations.
At least 87 people died in Nassau …
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By Brendan Murray
bmurray@liherald.com
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10/1/14
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For the second straight month, transportation took center stage at the Levittown Board of Education meeting on Sept. 10. In addition to a follow-up on an August discussion about bus routes, concerns were also brought up about safety for students crossing Hempstead Turnpike.
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By Andrew Hackmack
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9/17/14
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The message is simple –– Keep two eyes on the road, two hands on the wheel. Sadly, however, it’s too often ignored by teen drivers, with tragic consequences. Last year the State Farm insurance company began its “Celebrate My Drive” campaign to telegraph such messages to young people. Now the Bellmore-Merrick Community Parent Center is urging students from the Central District’s five schools to join in the effort.
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By Scott Brinton
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9/12/14
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