Keyword: 'America' | Herald Community Newspapers

Keyword: America

100 results total, viewing 71 - 80

Mangano is sending Nassau County back to the bad old days

I’ve been reading former U.S. Sen. Al D’Amato’s last few columns, extolling the virtues of Republican County Executive Ed Mangano. more

10/10/13

With legal immigration must come border security

One of the more contentious issues in this country over the past decade has been immigration reform. In last year’s presidential election, Mitt Romney garnered only 27 percent of the Hispanic vote as a result of the failure by the Republican Party to pass an immigration overhaul bill that would make it easier for immigrants to gain citizenship. more

7/10/13

Finding beauty beyond America's borders

Squads of muscled police officers in slate-colored jumpsuits crowded together on the sidewalk as we made our way up Stamboliiski Boulevard in Sofia, Bulgaria, on June 23, two days after we touched down in the country’s capital. more

By Scott Brinton | 7/10/13

It's time for those holiday fireworks, beginning Saturday in Eisenhower Park.

Fireworks set the tone for a grand Independence Day salute

Let the fireworks begin – as we get ready to celebrate our nation’s birthday. more

By Karen Bloom | 6/26/13

Practice safe boating this summer

For many of us who live on the South Shore, warm weather is boating season more

5/30/13

Changing demographics demand new thinking

No doubt, Nassau County’s –– and, specifically, the Town of Hempstead’s –– demographics are a-changin’. more

5/9/13

'Half the Sky' aims to end sex trafficking

The book’s front cover looks friendly, uplifting even. The title –– “Half the Sky: Turning Oppression Into Opportunity for Women Worldwide” –– is set against an azure sky flecked by wispy white clouds. more

3/21/13

Annabelle, Jacqueline, Madeleine and Alaina were happy to be able to visit Genevieve and Juliet at the emergency shelter at Mitchel Field.

Pets: Helpless victims of Hurricane Sandy

Long Beach resident and cat owner Randy Lerner was an eyewitness as Hurricane Sandy hit the shore of Long Island. “I live across the street from the ocean,” he said, “and I watched the … more

By Mary Malloy | 3/6/13

Gifford Beal’s “Elevated, Columbus Avenue, New York,” 1916 is among the many celebrated paintings included in the “Artists in America” exhibition at Nassau County Museum of Art.

Long Island's art scene

As winter rolls onward, chase away those January doldrums and warm the soul by exploring some of the many art offerings in the area. Local museums offer a wide range of exhibits. Here’s a … more

By Karen Bloom | 1/23/13

Foster pet parents will be matched and places with animals who need temporary homes due to Hurricane Sandy.

Can you foster a homeless pet?

North Shore Animal League America, in conjunction with the Nassau County Office of Emergency Management, has announced an Emergency Foster Care Referral Program for pets who have fallen victim to … more

By Mary Malloy | 1/16/13

« Prev | 1 … 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 Next »

Currently viewing stories posted within the past year.
For all older stories, please use our advanced search.