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Seaford Superintendent Adele Pecora at the start of her second year overseeing the district. She said that technology would be a critical component in enhancing learning across all grades.

Schools head Pecora exudes 'Seaford Pride'

Seaford Schools Superintendent Dr. Adele Pecora may be from Massapequa, but she projects Seaford Pride. A thoroughgoing professional with nearly 30 years of experience, she has only the highest praise for the district and the community and communicates a determination to do well by both. more

By Timothy Denton | 1/18/38

Don Clavin declared victory in the Town of Hempstead supervisor race on Nov. 5, but the Nassau County Board of Elections is still tallying ballots and has until Nov. 29 to declare a winner.

Town of Hempstead supervisor race remains undecided

More than a week after Election Day, the Hempstead Town supervisor race remains undecided. more

By Mike Smollins | 11/14/19

Residents and protesters crowded Ocean Avenue, in front of Malverne High School, circa 1963, over plans to integrate Malverne Public Schools.

Getting past Malverne district’s past

Part four in a series. More than 50 years ago, racial tensions in the Malverne School District peaked. Prejudice divided the local community as hostilities mounted. Today, however, the district is … more

By Nakeem Grant and Robert Traverso | 11/14/19

Al Rubinson, a Wantagh Fire Department volunteer for 50 years, died on Nov. 1.

Longtime Wantagh firefighter Al Rubinson dies at 80

Communities fondly remember those who served their residents, and Wantagh will indeed miss longtime firefighter Al Rubinson, who died on Friday, Nov. 1 at age 80. He was a volunteer lieutenant and … more

By J.D. Freda | 11/14/19

Peter King says he won’t seek re-election

Washington mainstay Peter King, who represents New York’s 2nd Congressional District, announced Monday that he would not seek a 15th term in the House of Representatives. The 75-year-old Seaford … more

By Timothy Denton | 11/14/19

Once toys are collected, they are placed into clear bags and stored in preparation to donate to the children after Dec. 23.

Theissen re-ups for another year of giving

“It’s not about me.” So saying, John Thrissen kicked off the 28th Annual John Theissen Children’s Foundation Toy and Fund Drive on Monday, Nov. 11 that will run through Dec. 23. Formerly … more

By J.D. Freda | 11/14/19

Seaford debut novelist Paul Antonucci with his recently released work, “The Truth Behind the Lens.”

Seafordite debuts as a novelist

At 21, Paul Antonucci has joined the company of writers whose first works appeared while they were still young. With his debut novel, “The Truth Behind the Lens,” Antonucci hopes to take his … more

By Timothy Denton | 11/14/19

Wreaths decorated the front lawn of the Seaford American Legion Post #1132 on Veterans Day.

Legion hosts Veterans Day service

The sound of “Taps” echoed in front of the Seaford American Legion Post #1132 on Monday, Nov. 11 as uniformed veterans, members of the Seaford American Legion, the Seaford Fire Department, Boy … more

By J.D. Freda | 11/14/19

Marissa DeRosa, left, and Samantha Burke, both of Cassena Care, conversed with an attendee of the Senior Health & Beyond Expo at the Freidberg JCC in Oceanside on Nov. 3.

Hundreds attend Senior Health & Beyond Expo in Oceanside

Hundreds of people gathered at the Friedberg JCC in Oceanside for the Senior Health & Beyond Expo, presented by Mount Sinai South Nassau and hosted by Herald Community Newspapers and RichnerLive on Nov. 3. more

By Mike Smollins | 11/13/19

Rep. Peter King won’t seek re-election

Washington mainstay Peter King, representing New York’s Second Congressional District, announced Monday that he will not seek a 15th term. more

By Timothy Denton | 11/11/19

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