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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

The improvements aim to increase use of the park, on Shore Road at Pacific Avenue, and make it safer.

Upgrades await as Pacific Park Playground prepares for reopening

Upgrades underway at Long Beach's Pacific Park Playground. Get ready for a safe and fun reopening with new equipment and improvements. more

By Angelina Zingariello | 5/3/24

East Elementary School’s future has been a frequent discussion at board meetings, with the possibility of closure lingering.

Community engagement surges as Long Beach school budget vote nears

How Long Beach School District navigates budget concerns and a school potential closure. Community engagement rises as May vote approaches. more

By Angelina Zingariello | 4/5/24

Christopher “CJ” McKenzie, a ninth grader, discussed his project that focused on the potential of rotor sails reducing fossil fuel emissions from commercial ships.

Science Research Program celebrated at Locust Valley

The Locust Valley Science Research Program, led by dedicated educators and fueled by the curiosity of young minds, is empowering students at Locust Valley High School to explore complex scientific … more

By Will Sheeline | 3/29/24

The Long Beach Board of Education held a meeting Tuesday discussing the budget and potential cuts.

Long Beach School District faces tough choices amid budget discussions

Explore the budget dilemmas facing Long Beach schools: layoffs, program cuts, and the uncertain fate of East School. more

By Angelina Zingariello | 3/29/24

Sylvan bloc party fundraising organizer, Alex Carr, presents a check with Sheryl Carr, John McGovern, Camp Anchor coordinator MaryAnn Hanson, Anchor president Susan Cuoccio, Carole Schroeder, and Christian and Richard Dyer.

Sylvan Place residents write big checks to these two local charities

Residents of Sylvan Place and charity representatives gathered for the annual check signing ceremony for their most recent block party fundraiser at the Carr household earlier this year. Led by … more

By Angelina Zingariello | 3/22/24

Danielle Williams was initially hesitant to take on the role of district director of alternative programs if it meant giving up working hands-on with students.

This alternative education pioneer is named a Nassau top educator

Acute learning challenges, ranging from a difficult home life to homelessness, are among the reasons why, in any given year, a minority of students in the Valley Stream Central High School District … more

By Juan Lasso | 2/23/24

School Board Vice President Sam Pinto voiced his disappointment in Gov. Kathy Hochul’s proposed budget.

Long Beach speaks out against Hochul’s plan to cut school aid

Elected officials gathered at the Long Beach school district administration building last week to speak out against Gov. Kathy Hochul’s proposed budget cuts to schools. Parents, educators, … more

By Angelina Zingariello | 2/9/24

General Village Supervisor Brian Howley, Chamber President Sasan Shavansan, Mayor’s Assistant Barbara DeGrace, Mayor Ed Fare, and Board Trustee Secretary Kathy Bogle discuss the village’s military banners program.

Village of Valley Stream unveils Military Banners Program

The Village of Valley Stream’s deep-rooted pride for its veterans is unabashedly apparent. Look no further than its traffic-halting, flag-waving celebrations like the annual Memorial Day Parade … more

By Juan Lasso | 2/9/24

A grant will allow the village to hire a consultant to identify key issues in street safety throughout Sea Cliff, with a special emphasis on child safety walking to and from school.

Sea Cliff gets grant to study street safety

In a recent development, the Village of Sea Cliff has struck gold with a new grant aimed at enhancing road safety. The first significant grant comes from the federal Department of … more

By Will Sheeline | 1/26/24

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