Elected officials, community members mourn loss of Councilman Chris Carini
Carini was a familiar face to all in Town of Hempstead
The 5th Councilmanic District is remembering Councilman Chris Carini, who represented the communities of Wantagh, Seaford, Bellmore, Merrick, Freeport, Point Lookout and Lido Beach.
Town of Hempstead unveils adaptive pickleball court in Wantagh
The Town of Hempstead unveiled an adaptive pickleball court in Forest City Park in Wantagh on July 11. The new court was built with the disabled community in mind, according to town officials.
Vegan pop up brings delicious treats in Levittown
A vegan Pop Up event in Levittown delighted attendees on July 14 with an array of 100% vegan offerings, including nachos, tacos, and sweets.
Fun games and rides at Maria Regina carnival in Seaford
The Maria Regina Roman Catholic Church in Seaford hosted its annual Family Carnival on the parish grounds on June 29. The event featured an array of rides, games, and food for attendees of all ages.
Thursday Night Live brings the party to Wantagh
To kick off the summer fun, Mulcahy’s is hosting a series of block parties on Railroad Avenue in Wantagh.
Councilman Chris Carini to be waked this weekend; funeral on Monday
Town Councilman Chris Carini returned home on July 17.
Town Councilman Christopher Carini dies unexpectedly
Town of Hempstead Councilman Chris Carini, who's represented the 5th Councilmanic District since 2019, has died unexpectedly.
Wantagh shelter seeks home for abandoned dog
Roxi, a 4-year-old English mastiff, was left abandoned on the westbound Southern State Parkway on July 1. Town of Hempstead officials said they were looking for a permanent home for the dog, and law enforcement was looking for whoever left her on the side of the road.
Seaford High School prepares students with life skills course
A life skills course at Seaford High School teaches students a variety of tasks that would give them a leg up as they enter adulthood.
Wantagh celebrates Independence Day with a spectacular parade
Wantagh’s annual Independence Day Parade took place on July 4, beginning on Park Avenue and proceeding north on Wantagh Avenue. Attendees dressed in red, white and blue to cheer on the parade as it concluded at Wantagh Elementary School.
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If you like horror stories, read Project 2025
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NUMC is on the road to financial recovery
The treatment is working. For the past year, the leadership of Long Island’s largest safety-net hospital has buckled down to demonstrate that this beacon of hope for so many residents can survive, and thrive.