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The LIRR made a "pledge" to commuters that it would improve response time and communications during service disruptions.

In a new “pledge” to commuters, the Long Island Rail Road promises to respond quickly and improve communication during service disruptions. The eight-point pledge, released in draft … more

Lee Landor | 10/26/11

For the price Long Island Rail Road commuters pay, they should be guaranteed protections and provisions, according to U.S. Sen. Chuck Schumer.

Schumer calls on LIRR to 'recommit' to riders

The cost of a monthly Long Island Rail Road pass from West Hempstead to Manhattan is $223. From Rockville Centre, it’s $254. For that amount of money, LIRR commuters should not have to sit in … more

Lee Landor | 10/19/11

"Best of Broadway" comes to Eisenhower Park this weekend

Whether Broadway or some good old-fashioned rock 'n roll, you'll find some great music on area stages to enjoy, among this weekend's highlights. more

8/24/11

Raises draw ire in District 13

Several District 13 residents spoke up against raises for the three assistant superintendents at the July 5 Board of Education re-organization meeting. These salary increases, residents said, should not be given out in tough financial times when others are making sacrifices. more

By Andrew Hackmack | 7/13/11

Legislature weighs organ donation bill

The New York State Senate recently passed legislation that would, if passed by the Assembly and signed by the governor, require people to indicate on their driver’s license applications whether they wish to become organ donors. more

By David Weingrad | 5/19/11

Jerry Miceli, an Elmont native, who now lives in Texas, lost a friend, Eamon McEneaney, on Sept. 11, 2001. McEneaney worked in one of the Twin Towers: “He went to Sewanhaka High School, was one year ahead of me, and was a Lacrosse Hall of Fame member. He was a loving father of four girls, and had a beautiful wife. He worked in the towers and saved many people after the first attack.”

Osama bin Laden’s death impacts nationally, locally

Pres. Barack Obama announced last Sunday that Osama bin Laden, the leader of al Qaeda, was killed by American troops in Pakistan in April. The news has impacted Americans throughout the nation, but hits especially hard for New Yorkers. Some locals personally knew individuals who were killed during the Sept. 11, 2001 terrorist attacks. more

By Jackie Nash | 5/3/11

The Franklin Square Public Library held its regular board of trustees meeting on March 29. Rita Temperino and Bill Youngfert, standing, are running for the same soon-to-be open library trustee seat, and gave speeches to the board and members of the public during the meeting.

F.S. Public Library plans budget, trustee vote

During the Franklin Square Public Libary’s board of trustees meeting on Tuesday, March 29, at 7 p.m., Rita Temperino and Bill Youngfert, the incumbent who is running for re-election, addressed the library’s board of trustees and members of the public, about why they should be elected for the soon-to-be-available trustee position. Youngfert discussed the library's recent installment of solar panels and its plans for the spring, among several other recent implementations at the library that he has helped worked on, as a current library trustee. more

By Jackie Nash | 4/5/11

Nearly 60 protesters gathered outside of Sen. Jack Martins’ office on March 29.

Protesters: Sen. Jack Martins did not keep promise

Nearly 60 protesters gathered on March 29 to chide state Sen. Jack Martins, of Elmont, for a promise they say Martins did not keep. The group included local and state redistricting reform activists, who are angry that despite legislation Martins pledged to pass last summer, independent redistricting will not be mandated in New York state until 2022. more

By Jackie Nash | 4/5/11

Olivia Galati had 26 wins and 294 strikeouts in 2010 and earned CAA Pitcher and Rookie of the Year honors.

Pitching and defense lead Pride

Fresh off a school record-tying 45-win campaign, Hofstra returned all but two starters to the softball field and appears primed to make more noise on the national scene. The Pride, which lost a … more

By Tony Bellissimo | 3/17/11

Bill Youngfert installed solar panels on his home, on Roosevelt Avenue in Franklin Square, five years ago to reduce his carbon footprint. Within a year, Youngfert will be solely reaping the benefits of his decision.

Go green: it could cut lower your electric bill

Five years ago, Franklin Square resident Bill Youngfert decided he wanted to do something positive for the environment — and save a little money, too. After receiving a free solar panel assessment, Youngfert installed solar panels on his home, on Roosevelt Avenue in Franklin Square, and has been witnessing an incredible savings on his electric bill ever since. more

By Jackie Nash | 3/8/11

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