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Clarke quarterback Mike Martiello's third touchdown of the game won it for the Rams.

Clarke wins OT thriller as East Rockaway celebrates homecoming

One constant in Nassau Conference IV football games has been gut-wrenching finishes, so there was no surprise last Saturday’s matchup between Clarke and East Rockaway turned into one of the most intense of the season. more

Andrew McClure | 10/25/11

Hidden jewel shines in East Rockaway

Somewhat off the beaten path, The Fin may well be one of best-kept secrets around. Every table was filled at this new and intimate restaurant on the evening we dined there, even though a hurricane was on its way! And, most patrons seemed to be “regulars” — proof of the pudding (or sushi) that management has been consistently pleasing the clientele. more

By Terry Biener | 9/15/11

Opening doors to learning and growth in East Rockaway

When Hewlett-East Rockaway Jewish Centre (HERJC) started its nursery school in 1969, there were only two classes. Since then it has increased in size, extended hours, and the amount of programs that are offered. Having added programs such as art, music, Jewish Enrichment and Mommy and Me, the nursery school has grown to nearly 200 children, ranging in ages from 10 months to 5 years. more

By Teri Ann Loeser | 8/25/11

Mary Malloy's Column, "Writing on the Wall" won first place in its circulation category for "Best Column Writing" for 2010 by Suburban Newspapers of America.

I lived in the world B.C.

Thank you, everyone, for your congratulatory calls and emails to me for this column taking first place in its category of “Best Column Writing” in the Suburban Newspapers of America contest for 2010. This week, I’m re-running one of my favorite columns that ran in March, 2009. more

Mary Malloy | 3/30/11

Jewelry retail with a wholesale attitude

Ask Mark Epstein what stands out about his new East Rockaway jewelry store, and he will answer, “We can offer the smallest prices possible.” His background and his long-standing family business allow this to happen. more

Teri Ann Loeser | 12/2/10

Clarke's Mike Quintella carries the ball during last Saturday's 40-27 Homecoming Day loss to East Rockaway.

East Rockaway too much for Clarke

East Rockaway rebounded from its first loss of the season with a convincing 40-27 victory over Clarke on Homecoming Day at Clarke High School last Saturday. Senior Michael Castellano rushed for a career-high 241 yards on 27 carries and scored two touchdowns to lead the Rocks. more

Andrew McClure | 10/7/10

East Rockaway too much for Clarke

East Rockaway rebounded from its first loss of the season with a convincing 40-27 victory over Clarke on Homecoming Day at Clarke High School last Saturday. Senior Michael Castellano rushed for a career-high 241 yards on 27 carries and scored two touchdowns to lead the Rocks. more

Andrew McClure | 10/6/10

Fall festival season has arrived

After one very hot summer, fall has at last arrived, bringing with it cool, crisp air, football and street fairs. Fall festivals have long been a South Shore tradition, perfectly suited to our many small-town downtowns. more

| 9/24/10

Fran Becker will face Carolyn McCarthy in the 4th Congressional District race.

Becker wins congressional primary, Weisenberg beats Toback

Francis Becker pulled away from his two opponents in the 4th Congressional District Republican primary as results were slowly coming in early Wednesday morning for several elections in Nassau County. There were also several other statewide and local primaries for Nassau voters ... more

Mike Caputo | 9/14/10

What can we do with our free-range teens?

Residents, police officers and local government officials are noticing a troubling trend in many South Shore communities: destruction caused by teenagers. more

8/26/10