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America’s mayhem is playing on the world stage

If you know American history, or you remember it, “The whole world is watching!” is the unforgettable chant shouted by thousands of young Vietnam War protesters as they were tear-gassed and beaten with clubs . . . more

10/20/22

Friends of Kelly Tinyes started a memorial brick and bench campaign.

Remembering Kelly Tinyes with Forever Young brick campaign

Nearly 32 years after her death, friends of Kelly Tinyes have begun the Forever Young Kelly Brick Campaign, and are encouraging people to buy personalized bricks and benches in Grant Park in Hewlett, her favorite park. more

By Matthew Ferremi | 10/14/20

North Woodmere Park Field 2, above, is clearly in need of some maintenance.

Nassau County executive’s fee plan could hurt Little Leagues

Nassau County Executive Laura Curran threw local sports organizations a doozy of a curve ball just weeks before Little League baseball and softball seasons begin, announcing on March 14 that the county would not waive park fees for community sports organizations. Collection of those fees is expected to generate more than $1 million in county revenue. more

By Jeff Bessen | 3/21/18

After warming up, the Valley Stream players were divided into north and south teams for a scrimmage, which ended 2-2.

Valley Stream ice hockey team hosts community day

Sounds of skates gliding across the ice and sticks battling for pucks filled the air at Grant Park on Jan. 10, as players from a growing ice hockey league in Valley Stream faced-off in a scrimmage to celebrate the addition of a new varsity team. more

By Mike Smollins | 1/19/17

Grant Park ice rink opens on Nov. 25

Nassau County’s outdoor ice rink at Grant Park, 1625 Broadway in Hewlett, will open for the 2016-2017 season on Nov. 25. more

By Diana Colapietro | 11/21/16

Mail a letter to Santa Claus

Through Dec. 16, children can mail letters to Santa Claus as green and red mailboxes set up by Nassau County at six parks. more

11/9/16

Valley Stream Village Clerk Bob Barra also works part-time for the county at Grant Park.

Barra’s county job under scrutiny

Nassau County Democrats are calling for an investigation into the employment of Bob Barra, who is employed by the county as a part-time golf attendant at Grant Park in Hewlett. more

By Andrew Hackmack | 2/26/14

Skiing, skating and curling — all in Nassau County

Sports fans across the globe will soon turn their eyes to Sochi, Russia, where the XXII Winter Olympic Games will be contested from Feb. 7 to 23. more

1/30/14

Joe Garofalo, 9, and sister Kaitlin, 12, took part in the Valley Stream on Ice skating session at Grant Park last Thursday night.

Valley Streamers lace up and hit the ice

The last time I laced up a pair of ice skates was at least 15 years ago and the closest I’ve come to a skating rink since then was when I had front-row seats for an Islanders game. more

By Andrew Hackmack | 1/2/14

Hewlett Point Park’s beach on Hewlett Bay is a relaxing place to spend some time with family and friends.

Late summer at a park near you

There’s still time to enjoy what’s left of the season and revel in that fleeting late August glow that Mother Nature provides. Our local parks are just the place to unwind and enjoy this time of year. more

By Karen Bloom | 8/28/13

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