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Oyster Bay-East Norwich librarian Marion Dodson, left, and her sister Lorraine Bianco, who also works in the Nassau County Library System, were two of the thousands of people who took part in the library tour.

The battle for Nassau Library System tour title

After weeks of traveling all over Nassau County, sisters Marion Dodson and Lorraine Bianco were tired but elated when they received their final sticker for visiting all of the 58 libraries and … more

By Will Sheeline | 8/20/23

The Locust Valley Library is one of the five libraries that has formed the North Shore Programming Consortium.

Five North Shore libraries are working together for their patrons

Numerous public libraries on the North Shore have banded together to offer library patrons a wider selection of virtual programs, forming the North Shore Programming Consortium. Consisting of the … more

By Will Sheeline | 8/13/23

Tom Scott, left, Sophia and Fred Gordin, Sherry Bloom, and Ruth Eichacker danced the twist at Dancing in the Street.

Dancing in the streets of Oyster Bay with gusto and verve

Once again Fridays in July and the first two weeks of August people were found dancing the night away at Dancing in the Street, made possible by the Oyster Bay Main Street Association, a grassroots … more

By Allyson Meyers | 8/13/23

Rosemary Clarke spent decades teaching generations of students at John F. Bermingham Elementary School music.

Former Oyster Bay-East Norwich teacher found the music in life

Music is an essential aspect of the human experience, expressing emotions, memories and sentiments and allowing people to view the world through new lenses. Music defined the life of Rosemary Ann … more

By Will Sheeline | 8/13/23

Layton Hunt, right, and Brian Basile were more than fellow barbers. Basile said Hunt was his mentor.

Owner of Hunt’s Barber Shop dies at 88

Layton Hunt, 88, former proprietor of Hunt’s Barber Shop for over six decades, died on July 17. Hunt was somewhat of a legend on the North Shore, known for his skill, congeniality, and kindness. The cause of death was lung cancer. more

By Laura Lane | 8/13/23

Jack Baker, center, received a Nassau County Legislature Award from Josh Lafazan, second from right, accompanied by Jack’s brother, Liam, far left; his father, Jeffrey; and his mother, Jessica.

Jack Baker of Bayville honors victims of pandemic by planting flags

Many young people are committed to helping others and improving their communities, but few are as willing to devote themselves to charitable work as Jack Baker, of Bayville. A recent graduate of … more

By Will Sheeline | 8/6/23

Mike Sapraicone says he’s going after the congressional seat currently held by U.S. Rep. George Santos. The businessman’s priorities are in security and providing constituent service, an area in which he says Santos has been failing.

Mike Sapraicone announces candidacy for New York's 3rd Congressional District

George Santos seems to be entrenching himself in his congressional seat representing the North Shore and parts of Queens. But one Glen Head resident believes he has what it takes to not only … more

By Will Sheeline | 8/6/23

New book by Mill Neck Manor School for the Deaf's Dr. Tanya Linzalone spreads light

In her 20 years as an audiologist at Mill Neck Manor School for the Deaf, Glen Cove resident Dr. Tanya Linzalone has met with many families. She’s seen first-hand the emotional toll they face while caring for a child with hearing difficulties. They often worry about their child’s communication skills, and are deeply concerned that he or she will have fewer opportunities in life. more

By Roksana Amid | 8/6/23

Freshman U.S. Rep. George Santos is accused of running a cryptocurrency scam on a former campaign donor. The congressman is facing federal charges including money laundering.

Did Santos’ use a variation of a ‘Nigerian prince’ scam?

One of the first cons to flourish on the Internet, the “Nigerian prince” scam, has evolved in the digital age. Many people remember receiving emails, faxes or calls from someone claiming to be wealthy who needs to get a huge sum of money out of their country. They plead for help in return for a sizable share of the treasure. more

By Roksana Amid | 8/6/23

Children’s book ‘A Spot Under the Sun’ spreads light

In her 20 years as an audiologist at Mill Neck Manor School for the Deaf, Glen Cove resident Dr. Tanya Linzalone has met with many families. She’s seen first-hand the emotional toll they face while caring for a child with hearing difficulties. They often worry about their child’s communication skills, and are deeply concerned that he or she will have fewer opportunities in life. more

By Roksana Amid | 8/1/23