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David Sarles has woven is 26 years of experiences as a teacher into his latest book, “Two for Nothing.” He once worked at Portledge School.

Bayville educator pens inspirational fiction

Bayville’s David Sarles has published his third book, “Two for Nothing,” inspired by his 26 years in the field of education. A work of fiction, the book depicts the journey of an … more

By Laura Lane | 3/1/24

William Green, a senior at Friends Academy, explained that Quakers like Lucretia Mott and John Woolman were active members of the abolitionist movement in the 18th and 19th centuries.

The dual history of Quakers and abolition

The history of Quakerism has deep roots in the story of the United States, whether it be their influence on the colonial period or the key role Quakers played in the Revolutionary War, although their … more

By Will Sheeline | 3/1/24

Valeria Sanchez, 9, had a great time at the Friday Night Fun event.

Friday night fun at Boys & Girls Club

Children were ducking, diving, dipping and dodging at the Oyster Bay Boys & Girls Club on Feb. 2 when they played each other in dodgeball as part of the club’s weekly Friday Night Fun … more

3/1/24

School officials, community members and five state legislators, including Sen. Patricia Canzoneri-Fitzpatrick, front, fourth from left, gathered outside the Long Beach schools’ administration building on Feb. 1 to voice their opposition to a cut in state aid.

Funding formula review pending as Long Beach Schools face budget uncertainty

Since Jan. 16, when Gov. Kathy Hochul unveiled her proposed fiscal year 2025 budget, educators have been focused on state aid for local schools. The governor’s spending plan includes about … more

By Angelina Zingariello | 3/1/24

Valley Stream businesses are struggling to recover from the financial blow dealt by the Jan. 27 fire at Rockaway and West Lincoln avenues, and hoping to reopen.

How downtown businesses are rebuilding after devastating fire

In a matter of hours on Jan. 27, a chaotic fire, which started at Jadwiga’s Polish American Deli on West Lincoln Avenue, swept through the heart of the village’s business district, … more

By Juan Lasso and Angelina Zingariell | 3/1/24

Valley Stream 24 School District Superintendent of Schools recently met with Student Council members at all three district schools to discuss topics from school lunch ideas to new collaborative working spaces.

Valley Stream 24 student councils shape their district's future

Valley Stream District 24 Superintendent Unal Karakas recently met with the Student Councils of all three schools to engage them in discussions about the collective vision of the district’s … more

By Juan Lasso | 3/1/24

Kennedy Chandler filled the score sheet Thursday night with 23 points, six rebounds, five assists, two steals and one block.

Grand Rapids defeat L.I. Nets

The Long Island Nets (11-11), the NBA G League affiliate of the Brooklyn Nets, were defeated by the Grand Rapids Gold (10-13), 101-92, on Thursday evening at Nassau Coliseum during the team’s … more

3/1/24

Terry Roberts tallied 15 points in the victory

L.I. Nets handle Mexico City

The Long Island Nets (11-10), the NBA G League affiliate of the Brooklyn Nets, defeated the Mexico City Capitanes (10-8), 112-93, on Feb. 24 at Nassau Coliseum. Brooklyn two-way guard Keon … more

3/1/24

Reflections on the special election

It isn’t often that a congressional race becomes the center of national attention. But that was the case in the campaign between Tom Suozzi and Mazi Pilip to succeed the disgraced George Santos in the 3rd Congressional District. more

By Peter King | 3/1/24

The problems with bumper-sticker governance

Bumper-sticker slogans and politics have always been inseparable, like peanut butter and jelly. Throughout the history of campaigning, politicians have employed succinct, often widely known but ambiguous sayings to seek the approval of prospective voters. But these slogans’ recent transition from catchy phrases to foundational theories of governmental policy has had negative consequences, particularly in New York. more

By Brian Curran | 3/1/24

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