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Perhaps now — finally — we can work together

Sometimes good things come from bad things. That’s why I am hopeful. The attempted assassination of former President Donald Trump has once again shaken the foundation of America’s … more

Tom Suozzi | 7/19/24

The key to safe swimming? Paying attention.

Swimming pools are supposed to be places of joy, not tragedy. They offer respite from the summer heat, host family gatherings and are a place for those of all ages to play and exercise — but they also present significant potential dangers, especially for younger children and inexperienced swimmers. more

7/19/24

Save a life: drive above the influence

Fatal traffic collisions involving intoxicated and impaired drivers have surged on Long Island since the coronavirus pandemic. more

Karl A. Valere | 7/19/24

Stuart Markus (right) with his folk trio Gathering Time leads his fellow musicians in a spirited tribute to the beloved singer-songwriter's legacy.

Musicians and fans gather in tribute to Harry Chapin at Heckscher Park

Harry Chapin’s tragic death is now many decades behind us, but his music and philanthropy remain forever enshrined in Long Island’s collective consciousness. Stuart Markus, a longtime fixture on the local folk-acoustic scene, cherishes his role as guardian of Chapin’s legacy, organizing the yearly memorial concert each summer. more

By Karen Bloom | 7/17/24

Tyler Dearden, signed by the Minnesota Twins organization July 2, hit .361 with 12 homers and 46 RBIs in 55 games with the Ducks.

Long Island Ducks seek second-half turnaround

Gutted by roster departures and injuries, the Long Island Ducks completed the first half of the Atlantic League baseball season July 5 with a 30-33 record, 13 games behind the North Division-winning … more

By Tony Bellissimo | 7/16/24

Residents posted their outrage online after the village demolished a small playground to make room for additional parking, despite efforts to quell tensions with indeterminate plans for a new play area.

How a paved-over playground at Firemen's Memorial Field set off an online backlash

A small, modest playground tucked to the right of the Firemen’s Memorial Field parking lot on Albermarle Avenue has been torn down, paved over, and turned into extra parking space. … more

By Juan Lasso | 7/12/24

Maiya Jannah, a rising senior at Brown, will be interning at the Walt Disney company among a chosen few from the Television Academy Foundation.

This Valley Stream native set to learn the ropes of TV show-making at Disney

Valley Stream native and North High School alumnus Maiya Jannah recently started an internship through the Television Academy Foundation as one of 40 students across the country as a paid intern at … more

By Nora Toscano | 7/12/24

Rebecca and her 2-year-old son Finn, looked forward, to the night sky lighting up at the village’s Firemen’s Memorial Field Independence Day fireworks display last weekend.

Independence Day 2024: Village of Valley Stream lights up the night over Firemen’s Memorial Field

The annual Valley Stream Independence Day celebration last weekend once again saw fireworks soar, crackle, and pop over Firemen’s Memorial Field. The event, hosted by the Incorporated Village … more

By Juan Lasso | 7/12/24

The Valley Stream Chamber of Commerce presented roughly $5,000 in donations split evenly among the businesses ravaged by the downtown Rockaway fire earlier this year.

The Valley Stream Chamber of Commerce aids fire-ravaged downtown shops rebuild

The businesses harmed by the fire on Rockaway Avenue in January have faced numerous difficulties in reopening and returning to normal. Damage caused by the fire was costly, and the Valley Stream … more

By Nora Toscano | 7/12/24

Graduating students at William L. Buck celebrated the achievement with their friends and family.

Valley Stream District 24 cheers it graduating class

achievement—as sixth-graders from all four elementary schools participated in moving-up ceremonies. These ceremonies marked an important milestone for students transitioning from elementary to … more

By Juan Lasso | 7/12/24

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