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Nassau must take a proactive approach to regulating AI

It is a commonly held frustration of Long Island residents that our governments seem to always be behind the curve, as opposed to ahead of it. more

By Joshua Lafazan | 11/9/23

Wish upon a star in a celebration of 100 years of Disney storytelling.

Magical moments on ice: Stars align in an epic adventure

Another dose of Disney wonder awaits us as we usher in the holiday season. The latest Disney ice spectacle — aptly titled “Magic in the Stars” — arrives at UBS Arena on Nov. 15, to the delight of families who eagerly embrace every Disney moment. more

By Karen Bloom | 11/8/23

Carrié Solages won a comfortable victory over first-time challenger Sheharyar Ali in the Nassau County Legislature race, joining sweeping wins for incumbents in Valley Stream, according to Tuesday’s election results.

General Elections 2023: Incumbents sweep Valley Stream races

Voters across Long Island went to the polls Tuesday to cast their ballots, and Carrié Solages picked up a decisive victory over his Republican opponent, Sheharyar Ali, retaining his seat in … more

By Juan Lasso | 11/8/23

Herald, RichnerLive announce Top Chief Officer recipients

Who are the best leaders on Long Island? Get ready to find out as Herald Community Newspapers and RichnerLive present its Herald 2023 Top Chief Officers Award gala, set for Wednesday, Nov. 29 at The Heritage Club at Bethpage in Farmingdale. more

11/3/23

The battle against the Equinor wind turbine project

Long Islanders are deeply concerned about the proposed Equinor wind turbine project, Empire Wind, and its potential to adversely affect our health, safety and economy. more

By Ari Brown | 11/3/23

Valley Stream South students got a rare treat, having their questions about space answered by astronaut Andreas Mogensen live from the International Space Station.

Valley Stream South High School sends questions to space

Valley Stream South High students launched their questions from Earth and heard the answers from astronauts on the International Space Station. Last month, Valley Stream South High School teamed … more

By Angelina Zingariello | 11/3/23

Theresa Faughnan of Levittown, Greg Faughnan of Levittown, and Jean Cunningham of Farmingdale flew in from the Land of Oz to help raise money for a Rescuing Families project during a Halloween costume bingo night in Franklin Square.

Halloween bingo raises money for house renovations

Neighbors dressed in their scariest, funniest and more creative costumes for a night of Halloween-themed bingo to raise money for a Rescuing Families project. more

By Nicole Wagner | 11/3/23

Valley Stream Central High School student Saajed Yaseen, center, was named a semi-finalist at the National Merit Scholarship competition.

To earn National Merit honors, these Valley Stream seniors top the test-taking heap

at lends its recipients instant name recognition among the nation’s top colleges and universities. To even be in the running for the title, a student must test in the top one percent of … more

By Juan Lasso | 11/3/23

A look at the questions Valley Stream South students sent to the International Space Station

Valley Stream South High students launched their questions from Earth and heard the answers from astronauts on the International Space Station. Last month, Valley Stream South High School teamed … more

By Angelina Zingariello | 11/3/23

Valley Stream South Falcons take on East Rockaway in their homecoming football game.

Highlights: Valley Stream Homecoming 2023

Each school from the Valley Stream Central High School District celebrated its spirit week and homecoming football game last month. Anticipating poor weather for game day, Valley Stream Central held … more

By Juan Lasso | 11/3/23