There's something for everyone in Rockville Centre this weekend. Village residents who want to get out and enjoy the fall-like weather predicted by forecasters for Saturday and Sunday have a number … more

The Merrick Chamber of Commerce’s Fall Festival went off without a hitch this past weekend, attracting thousands to downtown Merrick. more

September brings not only a change in season, but also the beginning of a very busy time of year for the Merricks. School is back in session. High school sports are under way. And the Merrick Street Fair is finally here. more

The future of South Side lies in “The Portal.” Or so believes Chris Pellettieri. The assistant superintendent of curriculum and instruction for the Rockville Centre school district, Pellettieri is spearheading a new approach to learning, one that fuses 21st century technology with the hallmarks of traditional education. more

Sheryl Kaller may be walking the red carpet at the Tony Awards on June 13 to celebrate her Best Director nomination for “Next Fall,” but she has never forgotten her Valley Stream roots and the strong morals her parents instilled in her. more

It was a celebration of fall last week at Shaw Avenue School. There were a variety of activities to celebrate the season, culminating with a carnival on Friday. more

It’s the time of year to savor being outdoors in the crisp autumn air, as the leaves begin to change color. The weekends are chock full of festivals that celebrate the best of the season. You don’t have to go far this weekend to find something to enjoy, besides the pumpkin picking. more

Rain postponed the Rockville Centre Lions Club annual Duck Race and Family Fall Festival from Saturday to Sunday, but it turned out for the best. more

Thousands of local folks thronged Merrick Avenue last Saturday and Sunday for the annual Fall Fest, sponsored by the Merrick Chamber of Commerce. At this year's festival, there was a little something for everyone, from carnival rides to crafts to fire demonstrations to pony rides and a petting zoo. Additionally, there was entertainment at the Town of Hempstead Showmobile throughout the weekend. And in the middle of it all, the Merrick Herald had a booth, staffed by Merrick Herald Accountant Executive Ilene Dixel, Senior Editor Scott Brinton, and reporter Sari Zeidler and Nancy Hiler. more

Fall fun is only only days away in Merrick. The 2009 Merrick Festival, sponsored by the Merrick Chamber of Commerce, is coming to town the weekend of Oct. 2, complete with rides, games, snacks, and a chance to enjoy all that Merrick has to offer. The festival will be held on Merrick Avenue from Sunrise Highway to Loines Avenue. more