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Fair Polk Street Principal Torossian returns
Principal Gilbert Torossian returned April 12 to Polk Street School after a two month absence.
G’s The Avenue is closing
Owner Gregg Cajuste is taking a break to focus on his health
G’s The Avenue, in West Hempstead, is closing after five years in business. Owner Gregg Cajuste has decided to focus on his health after suffering four heart attacks and three strokes and undergoing spinal surgery as well.
Solar eclipse casts a shadow on a beautiful afternoon
Neighbors gathered at the Franklin Square Public Library to witness the phenomenon of a total solar eclipse on Long Island on April 8.
Race to the rink 5K supports nonprofit organization
Neighbors from around Long Island stretched their legs out to walk or run the Race to the Rink 5K hosted by the New York Islanders.
Elmont High Model UN travels to state capitol
Elmont Memorial High School's United Nations program visited the state capitol to celebrate the 45gth anniversary of the program.
Inquisitive students build bonds at Clara H. Carlson School club
Elmont’s Clara H. Carlson School recently kicked off its new club, the Build and Bond Buddies Club.
Rescuing Families remodels house for disabled woman
Franklin Square-based nonprofit Rescuing Families renovates home for local resident.
Students’ project solutions address nitrogen pollution on school grounds
Students at Elmont Memorial High School and Sewnahaka High School win competition with green infrastructure projects that aim to combat nitrogen pollution.
Showering military moms-to-be with love
Operation Shower at UBS Arena in Elmont showers military moms-to-be with love and support.
Pizzerias gear up for fundraiser for slain officer’s family
Pizzerias across Long Island will raise money for the family of fallen NYPD Officer Jonathan Diller with a fundraiser on April 17.
10 years in Franklin Square: ‘The little Red Mango that could’ on LI
Chris Cianciulli opened his Red Mango shop at 721 Franklin Ave. in Franklin Square back in 2013 — when the popular frozen yogurt franchise was just starting to pick up steam. At the time, there …
A 'sweet' addition to Franklin Square: The Sweet Life Bake Shop celebrates its grand opening
Owners Nicole Minor and Jose Velasquez officially debuted their new bakery The Sweet Life Bake Shop on May 12 and are excited to offer quality desserts to the Franklin Square community. Minor, …
Columnist
The heartbreaking death of an NYPD hero
Former Congressman Peter King reflects on the tragic murder of NYPD Officer Jonathan Diller, highlighting the outpouring of support from Massapequa Park and beyond, including a moment with former President Donald Trump, and calls for legislative action in honor of Diller's memory."
Columnist
Washington: where bipartisanship goes to die
Former Assemblyman Jerry Kremer reminisces about bipartisan successes in Albany, contrasting them with the current gridlock in Washington, where partisan politics obstructs meaningful legislation, leaving a longing for the return of bipartisan cooperation.
Editorial
The time to support local journalism is now
Highlighting the efforts of the Empire State Local News Coalition, which aims to safeguard local journalism in New York by advocating for legislative support and rallying communities to save newsrooms and jobs amidst closures and layoffs.
Columnist
L.I. GOP must condemn Trump’s dangerous remarks
Kevin J. Kelley underscores the significance of bipartisan collaboration in politics, advocating for respect, civil discourse, and condemnation of inflammatory rhetoric from leaders like Donald Trump to protect democracy and uphold civic values.