Wantagh High School seniors earn Scholar-Artist recognition

A passion for the arts has led two Wantagh High School seniors — Riley Wood and Ashlee Fucarino — to receive accolades in this year’s Long Island Arts Alliance Scholar-Artist competition, a program recognizing the area’s talented young artists.

Town of Hempstead Animal Shelter launches 'Home for the Holidays' pet adoption event

For those looking to bring a pet home for the holidays, the Town of Hempstead recently launched a pet adoption initiative at its animal shelter in Wantagh. During the event, called Home for the Holidays, all fees will be waived for those who adopt animals from the facility from Nov. 25 to Jan. 5.

Town of Hempstead Animal Shelter launches 'Home for the Holidays' pet adoption event

For those looking to bring a pet home for the holidays, the Town of Hempstead recently launched a pet adoption initiative at its animal shelter in Wantagh. During the event, called Home for the Holidays, all fees will be waived for those who adopt animals from the facility from Nov. 25 to Jan. 5.

Meet Rosemary Kennedy’s new assistant principal

Max Trunz, of Long Beach, found his purpose in life: to help and teach others. He got introduced to it as a teen, studied it in school and has made it his career. Trunz, 36, recently took the …

Here's what's happening at the Wantagh Public Library to get into the holiday spirit

The Wantagh Public Library is bringing holiday cheer to the community with an array of festive events this season. From a musical journey through holiday classics and craft workshops to a bus trip to see an iconic musical, there's something for everyone to enjoy.

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Peter King: Trump makes the comeback of all comebacks

Donald Trump’s overwhelming victory in the presidential contest marked the most astonishing comeback in American political history, and a dramatic realignment of political coalition forces.

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Jerry Kremer: Beware of RFK Jr. in D.C.

But the most significant statement that should have been given a warning label was Trump’s pledge to give Robert F. Kennedy Jr. a significant role in the nation’s health agencies. He is now Trump’s nominee to head the Department of Health and Human Services.

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Mark Cronin: N.Y. needs to make entrepreneurship an option for all

Our economy thrives on the spirit of entrepreneurship — new businesses solve problems, create jobs and contribute tax revenue. States like New York recognize this, offering programs and funding to support startups. But an essential segment of our population is being overlooked: people with disabilities.