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Arne Johnson posed outside Jones Beach near the welcome sign with his electric bike in September 2019. Johnson, 72, picked up his first e-bike from Brands Cycle and Fitness in Wantagh back in 2018. He frequently rides with the nonprofit group, Huntington Bicycle Club.

Local sales of electric bikes increase, follow national trend

Longtime bicyclist Arne Johnson, 72, said that his cycling speed has slowed with his age. And as a member of Huntington Bicycle Club, Johnson said he struggled to keep up with the younger, faster … more

By Stephanie Banat | 7/22/21

Freelance sports reporter wanted

Herald Community Newspapers is looking to bolster its award-winning sports coverage with additional freelance staff. more

7/18/21

Jimmy Joyce, a 2017 Wantagh High School graduate and Hofstra University senior, was drafted by the Seattle Mariners in the 16th round.

Wantagh's Jimmy Joyce drafted by Seattle Mariners

Former Wantagh High School baseball star and Hofstra University senior Jimmy Joyce was selected by the Seattle Mariners in the 16th round of the 2021 Major League Baseball Draft. more

By Tony Bellissimo | 7/13/21

Andrew Capobianco, left, and partner Michael Hixon performing at the Olympic trials in Indianapolis last month.

Wantagh native headed to Tokyo Olympics this month

A springboard diver who’s originally from Wantagh will compete in the Tokyo Olympics this month. Andrew Capobianco, 21, earned a spot on Team USA last month when he and his partner in … more

By Kate Nalepinski | 7/8/21

Adam Caporn takes over the helm of the Long Island Nets.

New head coach Adam Caporn to lead L.I. Nets

The Long Island Nets, the NBA G League affiliate of the Brooklyn Nets, have named Adam Caporn as the fifth head coach in franchise history. more

7/7/21

Shea Insinga was one of 11 seniors who helped lead Wantagh to a second straight appearance in the county title game.

Manhasset edges Wantagh for title

Third-year Wantagh head coach Robyn Rooney hugged several of her players following the Warriors heartbreaking 9-8 loss to Manhasset in the Nassau Class C final on June 17. more

By Andrew Coen | 6/21/21

Wantagh sophomore Tim Hennig has not only been a key part of the pitching staff but also batting over .500.

Wantagh baseball reaches double-digit wins

This spring presented plenty of challenges for Wantagh’s baseball program. Not only did a handful of Warriors and coach Keith Sachs go two weeks before focusing their full attention on the diamond thanks to winning a county championship in football, but the entire roster was new compared to the previous (2019) season. more

By Tony Bellissimo | 6/14/21

MacArthur sophomore pitcher Taylor Brunn opened the playoffs with a three-hit shutout over Bethpage.

MacArthur advances to county finals

For the fourth time in six seasons, MacArthur has advanced to the Nassau County softball finals. more

By Tony Bellissimo | 6/14/21

Essential Quality, right, with jockey Luis Saez aboard, overtook Hot Rod Charlie down the stretch to capture the 153rd running of the Belmont Stakes before a crowd of 11,238 last Saturday.

Essential Quality rallies to win Belmont Stakes

Coming off the only defeat of his career, finishing fourth as the Kentucky Derby favorite, Essential Quality got redemption last Saturday when he edged past intense pacesetter Hot Rod Charlie down the stretch for a thrilling 1 1/4-length victory in the 153rd running of the Belmont Stakes. more

By Tony Bellissimo | 6/6/21

Senior Jason Wall has been strong on the mound for the Generals with three wins and a 1.55 earned run average.

MacArthur seeks a strong finish

It’s been a roller coaster ride for MacArthur baseball so far. The Generals are working to become more consistent in time to make noise in the Nassau Class A playoffs. more

By Tony Bellissimo | 5/28/21

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