Utricia Charles, a dedicated leader in the Elmont community, became president of the Argo Civic Association in 2023. She has lived in Elmont for the last 20 years.
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By Nicole Wagner
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9/13/24
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Sept. 11, 2001, was the most tragic day in American history. It was also our finest hour, a demonstration of our nation’s courage, resilience and undying spirit.
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By Peter King
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9/13/24
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Less than two months before Election Day, it’s anybody’s guess as to who will win the big prize. By the time this reaches print, the two major presidential candidates will have had their debate, which by itself may decide who has earned the label of frontrunner. But there are a few factors that could be deal breakers for former President Donald Trump or Vice President Kamala Harris.
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By Jerry Kremer
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9/13/24
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The return of fall scholastic sports on Long Island is the first opportunity of the new school year to remind athletes, coaches, parents and the fans in the stands of the importance of sportsmanship.
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9/13/24
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A cold wind, as loud as a trumpet, whipped across the summit of Mount Marcy, New York’s highest peak in the Adirondacks, on Aug. 17. I could see only feet in front of me, because the mountain, at 5,344 feet above sea level, was enveloped by clouds. Then a light rain started to patter across the rocky slab at my feet.
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By Scott Brinton
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9/13/24
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In the Village of Hempstead, the largest village in the country, the Hempstead Union Free School District has never had districtwide busing.
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By Taylor Darling
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9/13/24
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This time of year serves as a poignant reminder of our duty to care for those who dedicated themselves to saving others, and to honor the memory of those we’ve lost to these insidious diseases.
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By Jospeh Saladino
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9/13/24
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My whole career, I have always implored my children, students, employees and colleagues to consider all factors when making decisions. We are regularly faced with choices to make. Granted, most of them aren’t life-threatening, and hopefully pretty routine, but decisions just the same.
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By Ed Fare
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9/13/24
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Community members gathered for a solemn service last Sunday at Franklin Square’s Sept. 11 Memorial, in Rath Park, to remember the 25 residents who died in the terrorist attacks on the World Trade Center 23 years ago.
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By Nicole Wagner
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9/12/24
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Autumn’s many pleasures are upon us — and nothing says fall more than a visit to the apple orchards When you get home with your bounty, make some yummy apple treats.
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By Karen Bloom
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9/11/24
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