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In the 34 years since Affirmed swept the Kentucky Derby, Preakness and Belmont Stakes to become the 11th Triple Crown winner in thoroughbred horseracing history, 11 horses have won the first two legs only to fall short at Belmont. more

By Tony Bellissimo | 6/4/12

Yonia Fain pays tribute to the memories of those lost during the Holocaust at a retrospective of his work now on view at Hofstra's Emily Lowe Gallery.

What's happening on Long Island this weekend

Exhibits and more... Across Time & Place: Treasures from the Permanent CollectionThis rotating exhibition highlights a broad range of works by 19th and 20th century American and European … more

5/30/12

Steve Martin and the Steep Canyon Rangers visit Tilles Center.

Steve Martin performs with the Steep Canyon Rangers this weekend

The holiday weekend is filled with music, in addition to the patriotic celebrations. Steve Martin and the Steep Canyon Rangers visit Tilles Center, while Old Westbury Gardens hosts the annual Long Island Mozart Festival. Over at Belmont Park, local bands perform during a "Beach Pary" weekend, as a prelude to the Belmont Stakes. more

5/23/12

Flying high: The renowned U.S. Navy Flight Demonstration Squadron joins the U.S. Air Force’s F-22 Raptor in the skies over Jones Beach this weekend.

Soaring over Jones Beach

For many Long Islanders, the unofficial kickoff to summer fun begins with a trip to Jones Beach to watch those amazing aerial maneuvers that take over the sky during the Bethpage Federal Credit Union Air Show on Saturday and Sunday. more

By Karen Bloom | 5/23/12

This summer will mark the first time the Valley Stream Skate Park is open while schools are closed for an extended period of time.

Officials seek uptick in skate park usage

The Valley Stream Skate Park is nearing its first summer open for business after skaters hit the rails and ramps for the first time in September 2011. Village officials are looking to see if the summer months bring more patrons to the park. more

By Brian Croce | 5/18/12

Valley Stream dog park: cooperation at its finest

Valley Stream’s new dog park opened on May 5 to mostly rave reviews from community members who came out on that rainy Saturday. more

5/17/12

Sewer deal could be boon for county

Nassau County’s aging sewage treatment plants –– the Bay Park plant in East Rockaway, the Cedar Creek plant in Wantagh and the Glen Cove plant –– have for years been a proverbial yoke around the county’s neck. more

5/17/12

Sewer deal could be boon — or not — for the county

Nassau County’s aging sewage treatment plants –– the Bay Park plant in East Rockaway, the Cedar Creek plant in Wantagh and the Glen Cove plant –– have for years been a proverbial yoke around the county’s neck. more

5/14/12

Scout is thankful for all the support

I have been honored to work with my Eagle Scout advancement chairman, Mr. Mike Powers, who recommended doing my project with Friends of the Valley Stream Dogs Park in conjunction with the Incorporated Village of Valley Stream. more

5/10/12

Dogs and their owners came out to see the new park in Valley Stream last Saturday despite some light rain.

Dogs have their day

An on-and-off rain last Saturday didn’t stop more than 100 dogs — and their owners — from inaugurating Valley Stream’s new dog park, which officially opened to the public that morning. more

By Andrew Hackmack | 5/9/12