Father Henry Reid, of Holy Name of Mary Roman Catholic Church in Valley Stream, was the guest of honor at the annual Padraic Pearse Ancient Order of Hibernians AOH Division 3 St. Patrick’s Day … more

Hillary Clinton and Andrew Cuomo could not have picked a better time to reveal their views on work-related emails. Last week was the 10th anniversary of Sunshine Week . . . more

On Feb. 6, Covert Elementary School got a jump-start on Valentine’s Day with a special Father/Daughter Sweetheart Dance. Dads and their daughters came to the school gym (with a few moms, too) … more

In the backyard of Kathy Paesano’s home, the paint flowed faster than the conversation. A handful of mothers of St. Agnes Cathedral School students had gathered at Paesano’s home on Sept. 24 for their fourth painting party. Everything was on the table that day: baseballs painted for both Mets and Yankees fans, soccer balls for the RVC Soccer Club, pumpkins to celebrate the fall and a group of American flags. All were lawn signs that were designed and painted by hand by the moms. more

On July 25, approximately 90 people gathered on the grassy grounds of St. Anthony’s parish for the parish’s first ever Outdoor Movie Night. Kids, parents, friends and extended families spread themselves around on blankets and lawn chairs, enjoying the slight breeze that made for a bug-free, comfortable evening to watch “Despicable Me 2,” the animated movie starring the voice of Steve Carell and featuring the Pharrell Williams hit song “Happy.” Several of the children attending the event came decked out in T-shirts depicting the “minions” from the movie, and their enthusiasm contributed to the festive atmosphere. more

T.J. Brennan (TB): How have you found Lynbrook to be in your first few days? The Rev. Richard (Rick) Stelter (FR): I actually lived in Malverne and spent a lot of time in Lynbrook growing up. So, I actually feel like I’ve been here for more than three or four days. I feel like I’m coming back home. I lived in Malverne. I went to Our Lady of Lourdes in Malverne. In grammar school, I had a lot of friends in Lynbrook. I used to travel all over. As far as now, people have been very warm and friendly and welcoming. I have nothing to complain about at all. They’re great. more

The Barnum Woods PTA hosted its fourth annual Father’s Day family bowling night at the East Meadow AMF Lanes on Front Street last Friday. more

It seems an odd concept that fathers and fathering can change with the times, but they do. more

A man and a woman, both in their 60s, were found dead at a North Bellmore home on Thursday afternoon in an apparent murder-suicide, according to Nassau County Police. more

Thanskgiving weekend offers up more than just hitting the stores. See pumpkins smashed to the ground at the Cradle of Aviation's annual event or step back in time at a 19th century Thanksgiving at Old Bethpage Village, among other holiday happenings. more