Schools

Clear Stream breaks in a new playground

Clear Stream Avenue School has a renovated playground, an upgrade that district officials say “will further enhance the educational experience for students.” The opening of Clear Stream …

Crime

Horton killer’s parole hearing postponed, again

On March 3, 1989, tragedy struck the Horton Road community as 13-year-old Kelly Tinyes, a Valley Stream resident and a Woodmere Middle School student, vanished while babysitting her younger brother, …

Community

This Valley Stream Central senior scores dual scholarship

Alyssa Santiago, 17, a senior at Valley Stream Central High School, has garnered attention for her remarkable achievements both on and off the soccer field. Santiago’s journey in soccer …

Community

Long Island Jewish Valley Stream Hospital nurses secure new contract, call off strike

After months of haggling, Long Island Jewish Valley Stream Hospital nurses and hospital administrators agreed to a new labor contract, sidestepping a potential full-scale walkout on Feb. 21.   …

Crime

Valley Stream mother-son duo allegedly attack police

A Valley Stream woman and her son have been charged with assault after what began as a welfare check by police allegedly broke into a violent scuffle with the duo on Feb. 25. At around 1:30 p.m. …

Education

Howell hosts WizFit game with hoop pros

Howell Road Elementary School is excited to announce its collaboration with local legend, the Harlem Wizards to host the WizFit Challenge Fundraiser and Kids Experience. This two-week event aims to …

EDITORIAL

Shining light where government remains dark

“Knowledge will forever govern ignorance,” President James Madison once said. “And a people who mean to be their own governors must arm themselves with the power which knowledge gives.”

COLUMNIST

St. Patrick’s is so much bigger than one day

St. Patrick’s Day is in reality no longer a one-day festive occasion celebrated on March 17, but an almost three-week-long celebration full of parades, luncheons, dinners and parties.

COLUMNIST

Where do our young leaders fit in the age debate?

It’s a common refrain your well-meaning, often younger friend or coworker might tell you to dampen your fears of getting older: “Age is just a number.”

COLUMNIST

Our communities need more doctors who look like me

I’m 26, and have lived virtually my whole life in Hempstead. I’ve seen a lot of health-related issues — low-income people of color, like me, suffering from chronic conditions like asthma, diabetes, obesity, high blood pressure, and untreated mental illness. Often they haven’t been able to receive proper treatment for their conditions. I wanted to do something about it, and soon I will be able to, because I’m on my way to becoming a doctor.