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Who do L.I.’s congressmen really represent?

In the era of the 24/7 news cycle, it was easy to dismiss what looked like an impending federal government shutdown as the latest bit of political theater . . . more

By Stanley B. Bergman | 10/5/23

Frank Chiachiere, center, who joined the District 13 Board of Education in 1993, is stepping down after 30 years of service to the district.

After 30 years on the Valley Stream 13 school board, this towering trustee retires

When his son’s pre-K principal asked the crowd of parents if their children were left-handed, Frank Chiachiere and his wife, who were in the crowd, raised their hands. They were the only hands … more

By Juan Lasso | 5/21/23

Getting what you pay for in the classroom

When we think of the most influential people in our lives growing up, we’re likely to point out our parents, some members of our extended family, maybe even a religious leader or two. But no list is complete without teachers. more

2/9/23

Long-term Peace of Mind: The Life Plan Community Promise

Retirement can be an exciting time, full of new adventures and limitless possibilities. Adults age 65 and better now comprise the fastest growing segment of our population, and many envision a long … more

3/1/21

Long-term Peace of Mind: The Life Plan Community Promise

Retirement can be an exciting time, full of new adventures and limitless possibilities. Adults age 65 and better now comprise the fastest growing segment of our population, and many envision a long … more

3/1/21

North Merrick Public Library staff held a retirement party last Friday for outgoing director Tom Witt, who has served the community for the past decade.

North Merrick Public Library Director Tom Witt retires

North Merrick Public Library staffers have had another reason to celebrate since reopening to readers in July, after the coronavirus pandemic peaked. Last Friday, librarians held a sendoff ceremony … more

By Alyssa Seidman | 9/29/20

Bovino, who retired as superintendent on Aug. 31, spent 19 years in the Island Park School District.

Dr. Rosmarie Bovino says goodbye to Island Park Schools

As she contemplated her 19 years in the Island Park School District following her retirement, longtime Superintendent Dr. Rosmarie Bovino said she was pleased with all that administrators accomplished over the years, despite the many challenges they faced. more

By Briana Bonfiglio | 9/8/20

John Gigante retired from A Cut Above, on Hempstead Turnpike in Elmont, after 45 years last Saturday. He celebrated with employees Donna DeGiuli, left, and Kathy Chernow.

'John the barber' retires after 45 years in Elmont

John Gigante has become an icon in the Elmont community, cutting and styling residents’ hair at A Cut Above on Hempstead Turnpike for the past 45 years. But on Aug. 1, Gigante said goodbye to … more

By Melissa Koenig | 8/4/20

Mepham High School physics teacher William Leacock, who once led a lecture on Halloween wearing a beekeeper’s suit, retired at the end of the 2019-20 school year.

William Leacock looks back after 30 years as a physics teacher at Mepham High School

The unusual end of the 2019-20 school year also marked the final chapter of a storied 30-year career in the Bellmore-Merrick Central High School District for Mepham physics teacher William Leacock, … more

By Justin Dynia | 7/22/20

Baldwin High School Principal Dr. Neil Testa and his wife, Dina Testa, attended a retirement car parade celebration for longtime BHS employee Mary Malloy on May 13.

Friends host retirement car parade for Baldwin High School employee

Friends and colleagues hosted a retirement car parade May 13 for Mary Malloy, a longtime Baldwin School District employee who was diagnosed with stage four ovarian cancer in September. Colleagues … more

5/20/20