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Abandon our coast? Heaven — and HUD — forbid
The clarion call has grown louder since Superstorm Sandy: We must beat a “managed” retreat from the coast, or face certain peril as global warming takes hold and sea levels rise. more
New York City Mayor Michael Bloomberg presented Mandela with a key to the city in 2005.
Mandela mourned across L.I.
The death last week of former South African President Nelson Mandela sparked a worldwide outpouring of sorrow, respect and remembrance of a man many considered one of history’s great heroes — a … more
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Donald Crosley looked over plans at the Nov. 7 meeting.
Development scenarios unveiled
The area around Valley Stream’s Long Island Rail Road station, which includes the village’s downtown, may be in store for some major changes in the coming years, with housing, retail and parking structures potentially on the way. more
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Hewlett Point Park’s beach on Hewlett Bay is a relaxing place to spend some time with family and friends.
Late summer at a park near you
There’s still time to enjoy what’s left of the season and revel in that fleeting late August glow that Mother Nature provides. Our local parks are just the place to unwind and enjoy this time of year. more
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Valley Stream will be the focus of a study exploring new development around the Long Island Rail Road station on Sunrise Highway.
Building a better Valley Stream
Nassau County has selected three South Shore communities to be the focus of a federally funded study that will explore ways to promote development near Long Island Rail Road stations. Valley Stream, … more
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Dr. Larry Swanson, of Stony Brook University, said that high levels of nitrogen in the South Shore’s bays could be fueling the growth of potentially devastating algae, which robs saltwater of oxygen when it rots, killing marine life.
Study: South Shore bays are polluted
Research conducted by Stony Brook University and a nonprofit research group indicates that the South Shore’s Western Bays are polluted, and state officials acknowledged that implementation of a yet-to-be designed plan for combating the problem may take more than a decade to carry out. more
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The gun statistics speak for themselves
There is a lot of emotion surrounding the current debate about making our gun-control laws more rational, and not too many facts. more
Jessica Santarpia reads to her kindergarten class at Forest Road, which was recently recognized as a high-performing school by the University of Albany.
Statewide recognition for Valley Stream school
Forest Road School is a place of academic excellence among “critical needs” groups, according to an independent report from the University of Albany’s School of Education. The District 30 elementary school was the subject of a recent case study on best practices in education. more
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Steve Kussin
Study tricks, tips and techniques, part II
As explained last time, it’s a fall ritual: my annual “trifecta,” three features I traditionally run at this time of the year. Not only has the “Study tips, tricks, and techniques” column been tweaked this year, but also there is so much to add that I have divided it into two installments, this being the second. My “college checklist” for seniors and parents will follow next time. And then my “anniversary” column as the Principal’s Office begins its seventh year. more
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Steve Kussin
Annual study tricks, tips and techniques
I hope that you weathered Irene. Floods, an earthquake, a hurricane –– what a summer! I’ll bet you’re ready for September and the beautiful autumn that is fast approaching. more
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