A home health aide was arrested last week for allegedly stealing the identity and financial information from an elderly Lido Beach resident that she cared for to pay her bills. Fourth … more

Ten South Shore beaches in Nassau County are closed to swimmers, as high seas and strong riptides continue while Hurricane Earl makes its way up the coastline.    more

News blurbs and fliers announced that there would be “real jobs” available at East Meadow High School on Aug. … more

Soon to be Kennedy Freshman Ben Rabinowitz spent the past few days at soccer tryouts, but he already has a drawer-full of medals to be proud of. The 14-year old Merrick resident competed in the … more

The Sandel Senior Center Book Club celebrated its 10-year anniversary last week as Ellen Berman, the librarian from the Rockville Centre Public Library who serves as the liaison to the club, gathered with eight current members over coffee and cake to celebrate the special occasion. more

With two veteran Hall of Famers with ties to Rockville Centre looking on, First Sgt. Thomas Seifert of East Rockaway was selected by Sen. Dean Skelos (R-RVC) to be inducted into the New York State Senate Veterans Hall of Fame. Seifert, one of the youngest recipients of the award, was honored at a ceremony on Aug. 19 at the East Rockaway American Legion Post, where he is a member. more

A fresh class of new teachers and staff will start the school year with their colleagues and students on Sept. 7, after completing an orientation session run by Rockville Centre school district … more

Bright sunshine matched the spirit of generosity of sponsors and attendees that enabled The Friends of Mercy Medical Center to raise $69,000 at their 29th annual Golf Classic. more

Residents of Rockville Centre’s West End community were joined by Mayor Mary Bossart and representatives of the police department including Det. Michael Norwood and Code Enforcement Officer Bob Nugent, for a chance to meet and greet their neighbors and enjoy a beautiful afternoon outside the Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Community Center on Aug. 21. more

On Aug. 15, the Lung Cancer Research Foundation hosted its 5th Annual Strides for Life 3-mile fun run/walk around Lake Agawam in Southampton. A record 1,100 people turned out to enjoy the gorgeous weather, bond with friends and family and raise funds for critical lung cancer research. Rockville Centre resident Joe Buckheit and fellow lung cancer survivor Joey Smith cut the ribbon to start the race with the event’s mistress of ceremonies and "Good Day NY" host Rosanna Scotto, who was busy cheering on the crowd. more