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A domestic duckling rescued from Mill Pond in Wantagh. John Di Leonardo, executive director of Humane Long Island, says his organization rescues hundreds of domestic waterfowl from wild areas each year.

Domestic waterfowl struggle to survive in Wantagh's Twin Lakes Preserve

Last month, Humane Long Island, a nonprofit animal-advocacy organization, received a call that two domestic ducklings had been spotted wandering around Mill Pond in Wantagh. Di Leonardo, the group’s executive director, said that it managed to retrieve only one of the ducklings. more

By Charles Shaw | 6/14/24

Fans from Valley Stream, Woodbury, Bethpage, Farmingdale, Levittown, Hicksville, and even upstate, stopped by Cedar Creek Park cricket watch party for the India versus Pakistan game.

For 2024 Cricket World Cup, India-Pakistan watch party draws crowd

Crowds gathered at Cedar Creek Park in Seaford to witness one of the most anticipated games in the International Cricket Council Men’s T20 World Cup. more

By Charles Shaw | 6/14/24

Domestic waterfowl struggle to survive in Wantagh's Twin Lakes Preserve

Last month, Humane Long Island, a nonprofit animal-advocacy organization, received a call that two domestic ducklings had been spotted wandering around Mill Pond in Wantagh. Di Leonardo, the group’s executive director, said that it managed to retrieve only one of the ducklings. more

By Charles Shaw | 6/14/24

Wantagh High School senior Anthony Lerro, left, and junior Ashlee Fucarino received high honors at the 14th Annual Roger Rees Awards for outstanding student performances in theater. Lerro won the Emerging Artist Award, and Fucarino, the Outstanding Female Performer Award.

Wantagh students win Roger Rees Awards for theater performances

Two students from Wantagh High School’s Drama Club earned high marks in the 14th Annual Roger Rees Awards for their captivating theater performance of “Jekyll and Hyde." more

By Charles Shaw | 6/14/24

Members of the Wantagh Kiwanis Club hosted the Eighth Annual Spring Festival at the Wantagh Train Station on June 1.

Wantagh Spring Festival brings food and fun

The Wantagh Kiwanis Club celebrated its Eighth Annual Spring Festival at the Wantagh Train Station on June 1. more

By Charles Shaw | 6/14/24

The office of State Sen. Steve Rhoads was transformed into a tapestry of color and warmth — with a mountain of blankets and yarn donated after the incredible success of a yarn and blanket drive.

In 5th State Senate District, yarn and blanket drive sees incredible success

the office of State Sen. Steve Rhoads and We Care Blankets collected around 407,277 yards of yarn and 225 handmade blankets, which equates to 231 miles or over 4,070 football fields of yarn, during a recent yarn and blanket drive. more

By Jordan Vallone | 6/14/24

For 2024 Cricket World Cup, India-Pakistan watch party draws crowd

Crowds gathered at Cedar Creek Park in Seaford to witness one of the most anticipated games in the International Cricket Council Men’s T20 World Cup. more

By Charles Shaw | 6/14/24

Jones Beach State Park’s East Bathhouse in its current state. Abandoned for more than 10 years, the almost 100-year-old building will be transformed into a state-of-the-art swimming facility thanks to a $100 million investment from the state.

Jones Beach to revamp historic East Bathhouse

Jones Beach’s historic East Bathhouse will have a second life, thanks to a $100 million investment by the state that will turn the almost century-old building into a state-of-the-art swimming facility. more

By Charles Shaw | 6/7/24

Emily Richardson, a junior at Seaford High School, is the recipient of the Rensselaer Medal, a distinguished $160,000 scholarship over four years.

Seaford's Emily Richardson receives renowned Rensselaer Medal

Emily Richardson, a junior at Seaford High School, has been awarded the prestigious Rensselaer Medal, which is presented to outstanding math and science students. more

By Charles Shaw | 6/7/24

Members of the Wantagh American Legion Pipe band marched down Wantagh Avenue during the Memorial Day parade on May 27.

Wantagh's Memorial Day parade honors the nation’s heroes

Wantagh held its Memorial Day parade on May 27, drawing a large crowd along Wantagh Avenue. more

By Charles Shaw | 6/7/24