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We all deserve a chance to pursue our dreams

The federal minimum wage has been stuck at $7.25 an hour for 14 years — a time period during which mere adjustments for inflation would now have it over $10. more

1/12/23

After catalytic converter bust, we’ll breathe easier

If you think breathing on the streets of a large city is difficult now, imagine what it was like 50 years ago, when vehicles guzzling lead-based gasoline spewed poison from their tailpipes . . . more

12/22/22

Fusion can augment clean-energy creation

It existed for just five seconds — but it was enough to power a home for an entire day. more

12/15/22

ames A. Dever Elementary School students were treated to one-on-one reading sessions with volunteers from the National Council of Jewish Women.

Building an intergenerational bridge with reading

a James A. Dever Elementary School recently saw the return of its Intergenerational Reading Program where students from first grade to fourth grade paired up with volunteers from the National … more

By Juan Lasso | 11/18/22

Our kids can’t do the math

When I was in high school in the Bronx in the 1960s, they didn’t let us use calculators on tests. They hadn’t invented them yet. more

By Alan Singer | 11/10/22

Making ‘affordable’ housing actually affordable

Looking to rent a two-bedroom apartment in Nassau County? Expect to pay a little more than $2,000 per month. more

11/3/22

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

Hispanic school leaders, from Board of Education trustees to school administrators and staff, are reflecting on the meaning and significance of Hispanic Heritage Month, a celebration of America’s largest minority. Above, William L. Buck Elementary student shows off her Frida Kahlo.

V.S. school district leaders reflect on Hispanic Heritage Month

National Hispanic Heritage Month is a month-long celebration whose timing fits with the national independence days of seven Latin American countries and is a testament to the rich range of cultures … more

By Juan Lasso | 10/6/22

You have just two minutes to escape a fire

This Sunday is the beginning of National Fire Prevention Week, a century-old public health observance created by the National Fire Protection Association . . . more

10/6/22

Valley Stream Central High School was named a National Blue Ribbon School by the U.S. Department of Education earlier this month. Above, a history class at the school.

V.S. Central High School is National Blue Ribbon winner

The U.S. Department of Education recently released its list of 297 schools across the country that have been recognized as National Blue Ribbon Schools. The award, created in 1982, is widely … more

By Juan Lasso | 9/29/22

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