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Soccer icon David Beckham snaps a selfie with some of Long Island's best up-and-coming young soccer players during a surprise visit to the Mitchell Athletic Complex on Saturday, as part of the Sands Youth Power Initiative.

David Beckham, Carli Lloyd share soccer skills in Nassau County's Mitchell Athletic Complex

They flocked from all over Long Island to learn from one of soccer’s greatest — Carli Lloyd. But the 400 or so young athletes who gathered at the Mitchell Athletic Complex in Uniondale this past Saturday got an added bonus, with a chance to bend it like David Beckham — with David Beckham. more

3/16/23

Former U.S. Rep. Peter King has kept himself busy since retiring from Congress in 2021, from his regular appearance on 77WABC radio, to now becoming a regular opinion columnist for Herald Community Newspapers. His first official piece — singing the praises of freshman U.S. Rep. Anthony D’Esposito — can be found in this week’s Opinions section.

Peter King debuts new opinion column

Not even retirement can slow down Peter King. After 28 years in the U.S. House — including a two-year stint as chair of the House Homeland Security Committee — as well as more than two decades serving on both the Hempstead town council and as Nassau County comptroller, King finds himself busier than ever. more

By Michael Hinman | 2/2/23

Affordable housing plan alarms Brian Curran

People have left New York in droves this past decade, and Brian Curran is ready to put that trend at an end. more

By Ben Fiebert | 1/26/23

While seals may look adorable and approachable, it is best for the seal — and you — to admire it from a safe distance of at least 150 feet.

Seals need space!

As sightings of marine mammals increase in the winter months, state officials are urging onlookers to resist the temptation to approach these often cute-looking creatures, such as fuzzy seals. more

By Mark Nolan | 1/19/23

U.S. Sen. Chuck Schumer told those attending the Long Island Association breakfast at Crest Hollow Country Club last week he would seek to promote the environment, transportation and technology during a new session of Congress. Schumer remains majority leader after a midterm election that failed to put Republicans back in control.

Schumer promises strong push for tech, the environment

Chuck Schumer has three goals for the new year: improve mass transit, ensure water and air quality are safe, and promote high technology on Long Island. The New York Democrat who maintained his … more

By James Bernstein | 1/12/23

The West Hempstead driveway where law enforcement found several illegally registered vehicles.

West Hempstead limo owner allegedly stretched the rules

A West Hempstead limo owner might need an Uber after he was arrested last week for allegedly registering two stretch limos as passenger vehicles. more

By Mark Nolan | 1/5/23

U.S. Rep.-elect George Santos has yet to directly respond to questions about his claimed work and education history, as well as where hundreds of thousands of dollars he loaned his campaign originated from. Now he's facing additional questions about whether his claims his grandparents escaped the Holocaust are true.

Santos claims grandparents were Holocaust survivors challenged

George Santos faces growing scrutiny over where he has worked, where he went to school, and where his seemingly sudden wealth has come from. But now the U.S. Representative-elect is being questioned about something much different: Is he a descendant of Holocaust survivors? more

By Michael Hinman | 12/22/22

The Nassau Community College Foundation honored Hempstead town supervisor Don Clavin, NICE Bus chief executive Jack Khzouz, NCC administrator Charmian Smith, and Richner Communications, parent company of Herald community Newspapers, during a fundraising gala last week.

Clavin, Khzouz, Smith, Richner honored at gala

It was a night to remember, and a night to recognize the people and businesses that help make Nassau Community College what it is. more

By Andre Silva | 12/7/22

Fran Bonanno, left, and Holly Bilello, of the Saint Raymond of Penyafort Church in East Rockaway, sorted food items donated by Boy Scout Troop 332 and Cub Scout Pack 84.

Helping neighbors in need

It’s no secret that food costs more money than ever before, and with the holidays upon us, many families are in need of assistance. That’s where religious and nonprofit organizations step up. more

By Mark Nolan | 11/23/22

Guerrier and West Hempstead High School Counselor Jackie Zorskas have spent hours together mapping her future plans to attend Yale University.

Guerrier receives high school Heisman

Caring for an ill loved one can be a daunting endeavor and full-time job. There are responsibilities such as preparing meals and helping with baths. There are countless unforeseen troubles that can stretch any caretaker’s patience. more

By Mark Nolan | 11/23/22

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