Imagine you’re the parent of a transgender child attending public school. You and your child have already had more than your share of grief, knowing that you live in a culture that doesn’t always understand or welcome difference . . .
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3/10/17
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If ever there was a Willy Wonka version of Malverne, the Cookie Decorating Workshop would certainly be it.
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By Rossana Weitekamp
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12/5/16
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Nassau County is in a perpetual state of financial crisis. For decades, its expenses have outpaced its revenues. Elected officials tout the cuts they make to downsize county government. They insist . . .
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9/29/16
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A girl walks into a bar. Actually, a woman of a certain age walks into a coffee shop. To be perfectly honest, I walked into a coffee shop in Amsterdam . . .
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7/20/16
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Fairies and stodgy lords face off in Gilbert & Sullivan's whimisical political satire.
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6/8/16
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A beautifully-decorated village, numerous, festive holiday events and an evening with temperatures in the high 40s brought throngs of people to the Lighting of Malverne last Saturday, a event which has been held in the village for decades.
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By Rossana Weitekamp
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12/9/15
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Transforming the village into a winter wonderland during the weeks before its annual Holiday Lighting is no easy feat this year for its Department of Public Works.
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By Rossana Weitekamp
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12/2/15
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The Jones Beach Holiday Lights Spectacular is back. The drive-through show opened last Friday night and will continue into the new year.
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11/24/15
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Every Veterans Day, we are reminded of the sacrifices that those in the military have made for this country. Most visible are those who are affiliated with local veterans’ organizations . . .
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11/4/15
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In an unusual start to the school year, many area districts will be opening before Labor Day. Classes will be in session next week — as early as Tuesday in some communities.
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8/26/15
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