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Elmont Memorial High School senior Quincy Velez says the Tuition Assistance Program helps him, as someone growing up in a single-parent home, pay for college. He is with Assemblywoman Michaelle Solages, Elmont community leaders and students celebrating the expansion of TAP outside of his alma mater.

Thanks to a $56 million investment in the state's tuition assistance program, college-bound students are getting a little more help paying for school. more

By Nicole Wagner | 5/3/24

Nassau County Legislator John Giuffré, presents the Franklin Square Historical Society President Nancy Youngfert a $127,000 check to invest in the society’s community education initiatives, with Nassau Comptroller Elaine Phillips.

Franklin Square Historical Society receives $127K to support community initiatives

The Franklin Square Historical Society, a cultural corner stone of the community, recently received a $127,000 check from the Boost Nassau Small Business Loan Program to support its initiatives. more

Rei Wolfsohn | 5/3/24

Joe's Wooden Creations owner Joe Mangiapanelli crafts wood into many beautiful pieces of art into home goods.

Craft boutique raises funds for upcoming Rescuing Families projects

Franklin Square-based nonprofit Rescuing Families is committed to helping families in the community retrofit and renovate their homes to elevate the quality of life for loved ones with disabilities. more

By Nicole Wagner | 5/3/24

A group of neighbors from Elmont join County Legislator Carrié Solages to clean up the community on April 20.

Neighbors give Elmont environmental TLC for Earth Day

A dozen Elmont neighbors joined County Legislator Carrié Solages for a community cleanup in Elmont on April 20 in observance of Earth Day. more

By Nicole Wagner | 5/3/24

More than 20 members of the Herald Community Newspapers team attended the annual New York Press Association Spring Conference in Saratoga Springs over the weekend, where the newspaper group earned 18 state awards.

Herald, Riverdale Press win 18 state awards from New York Press Association

Herald Community Newspapers and The Riverdale Press shine with 18 state awards from New York Press Association, including top honors in editorial design and special section coverage. more

STAFF REPORT | 4/27/24

Robert Mutarelli, a band teacher at Franklin Square’s Polk Street School, conducting the school band during last fall’s Halloween parade. The district’s music educators have helped it gain recognition for music excellence in the past two years.

Franklin Square schools showcase music excellence

Music educators are an instrumental part of music excellence within the Franklin Square school district. more

By Nicole Wagner | 4/25/24

Elmont nonprofits gave away prom attire for those in need

Elmont-based nonprofits help local students with prom attire giveaway at Elmont Memorial High School. more

Rei Wolfsohn | 4/25/24

The Marlins team is ready to play ball during the 2024 season of Franklin Square Little League, kicking off the season at Rath Park last weekend.

Franklin Square Little League 2024 season starts swinging

Franklin Square Little League gears up for opening day at Rath Park. more

By Nicole Wagner | 4/25/24

John Street School ISP students sold ice pops to raise funds for local non-profit organization Nassau-Suffolk Autism Society of America on March 26.

Students fundraise for Autism Society of America by selling ice pops

John Street School students sold ice pops during lunch hours to raise funds for local nonprofit organization Nassau-Suffolk Autism Society of America. more

By Nicole Wagner | 4/25/24

Floral Park Memorial High School student Appolo Casino and New Hyde Park Memorial High School student Fred Han present at the first annual National STEM Festival in Washington, D.C., from April 11-13.

Student innovators travel to Washington, D.C. for STEM Festival

Two Sewanhaka Central High School District students present during the first annual National STEM Festival in Washington, D.C., from April 11-13. more

By Nicole Wagner | 4/25/24

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