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Dancers from JAM Dance Studio in Bellmore helped Evan Styron, center, propose to his girlfriend, Lisa Friedrich, of East Meadow, with a surprise flash mob at Wantagh Park on Dec. 20.

JAM Dance organizes flash mob proposal in Wantagh

Evan Styron said he defied the odds when planning to propose to his girlfriend, Lisa Friedrich, of East Meadow. Between the Covid-19 pandemic, a last-minute location change and inclement weather the … more

By Alyssa Seidman | 1/3/21

Adding one child’s smile at a time

The Herald-Citizen’s Person of the Year, Elise Ann Howell-Fehling, has had many titles over the years — waitress, administrative assistant, life skills coach — but none of them … more

By J.D. Freda | 12/31/20

An EMS vet keeping Wantagh safe

Many people made real, tangible differences in their communities this year — some in offices, some in schools and some in their homes. The Herald-Citizen’s Person of the Year, Stephen … more

By J.D. Freda | 12/31/20

Despite the pandemic, the Seaford PTSA has played a continuing role in lifting the spirits of the student body, including donating a balloon arch for a socially distanced Spirit Week.

Hooray for the sanitation workers

To the Editor: During this holiday season, let’s not forget to give a big thank-you to our sanitation workers. more

12/28/20

At Onyx Fitness, near the Wantagh-Bellmore border, members are required to wear masks while working out.

Fitness centers prepare for an atypical winter season

Local gyms have been hit hard by the coronavirus pandemic, but despite the steadily rising number of Covid-19 cases, fitness center owners and managers have done their best to remain optimistic, … more

By Derek Futterman | 12/28/20

The Wantagh Warriors volleyball squad captured a state championship in 2018.

Seniors hope to have one more go in ’21

Emily Van O’Linda, Vincenzo Buffalino and Jake Schneider, senior student athletes at Wantagh, Seaford and General Douglas MacArthur high schools, respectively, are faced with the possibility … more

By J.D. Freda | 12/28/20

Celia Carlson said she plans to stay home this holiday season due to increased positive Covid-19 tests.

Desperate for an end and a new beginning

Amid a coronavirus pandemic that shows no signs of slowing, Wantagh and Seaford residents were preparing to celebrate the holidays this week. But to many, this holiday season felt … more

By Derek Futterman | 12/28/20

U.S. Rep.-elect Andrew Garbarino spoke with the Herald Monday, as he looked ahead to his swearing in on Jan. 3.

Is he fit to follow a King?

Dressed sharply in a navy blue suit, red tie and shined shoes, Suffolk County Republican State Assemblyman Andrew Garbarino made his way to the lectern at his campaign kickoff on Sept. 3. He had just … more

By J.D. Freda | 12/28/20

Nassau County Legislator Steve Rhoads met with county majority members and school district representatives to help keep schools open to in-person learning.

County concentrates on keeping school open

In late October, Gov. Andrew Cuomo offered new guidance to school districts, outlining the rate at which each would have to test their students depending on various factors, including their zone … more

By J.D. Freda | 12/28/20

Members of the Freeport-Merrick Rotary Club helped stock the Bellmore-Merrick Community Cupboard earlier this year.

Local Rotarians do their part during the pandemic

For more than 75 years, the Freeport-Merrick Rotary has lived by one motto: “Service above self.” And although the pandemic has hindered the club’s usual fundraising efforts, … more

By Alyssa Seidman | 12/21/20

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