Wantagh temple marks Rosh Hashana with Reverse Tashlich beach cleanup

To celebrate Rosh Hashana in a unique way, members of Temple B’nai Torah gathered on a rainy Sept. 29 for a beach cleanup at Jones Beach State Park. Thirteen members of the Wantagh temple …

What is the Sea Cliff Village Museum doing to honor the legacy of Harold Ransom Stevenson?

The Sea Cliff Village Museum opened the Stevenson Academy: The legacy of Harold Ransom Stevenson and his Sea Cliff Atelier on Sept. 21.

TOPSoccer program takes off for young players with special needs

The Greenseids, a family of four from Bellmore, came together to combine their lifelong passions and begin a program for The Outreach Program for Soccer, also known as TOPSoccer that connects special needs children with peers and mentors for free.

How is the Uniondale Library celebrating Hispanic Heritage Month?

The Uniondale Library held concerts and sing-alongs for community members of all ages in honor of Hispanic Heritage Month.

How did Aaralyn Poligadu, of West Hempstead, a member of Troop 1403, earn the Girl Scouts Gold Award?

Aaralyn Poligadu, of West Hempstead, a member of Troop 1403, earned the Girl Scouts highest honor — the Gold Award.

In Lynbrook, Bristol and Mexico disasters are set to beremembered

The ships Bristol and Mexico went down in separate wrecks off the coast of Hempstead Beach in the fall and winter of 1836, resulting in the deaths of hundreds of Irish immigrants and crew members. …

East Meadow bands are hitting the right notes alongside Dallas Brass

Dallas Brass, a quintet that performs patriotic, classical and modern music, will visit students at East Meadow School District on Oct. 22, and conduct a workshop designed to introduce eighth-grade band members to the world of professional musicianship.

Experience the heart of Baldwin: This year’s festival highlights local talent

The Grand Baldwin Festival made its much-anticipated return on Oct. 5, welcoming community members from Baldwin and the surrounding area.

Gyabolanders & Friends continues to bring hope and education to rural Liberia

Gyabolanders & Friends, founded by Comfort Itoka, is transforming the lives of people in rural Liberia through education, healthcare, and sustainable development, despite financial challenges and the region’s isolation.

Levittown library teaches sustainable gardening with hydroponic garden

At Levittown Public Library, kids are learning unique methods to grow plants, thanks to a hydroponic garden that grows anything from basil to strawberries.

What did Frank and Beth Wassenbergh do to earn the Oceanside Kiwanis Club's Heart of Gold Award?

In recognition of their dedication to youth basketball and commitment to the community, Frank and Beth Wassenbergh will be awarded the Kiwanis Club of Oceanside’s prestigious Heart of Gold Award.

Editorial

Calling for fire safety, honoring local volunteers

With Fire Prevention Week — Oct. 6-12 — upon us, it’s important to reflect on the significance of fire safety in our communities, and to recognize the extraordinary contributions of the volunteer firefighters and emergency medical technicians who keep us safe.

Columnist

Remembering a cherished friendship with Nelson DeMille

The bestselling, superbly gifted novelist Nelson DeMille recently died. The author of 23 books, including 17 bestsellers, DeMille was so much more than a brilliant writer. He was first and foremost an outstanding human being and a loyal friend.

Columnist

A historic election for all the wrong reasons

The desperate campaign being run by Donald Trump, in his quest for renewed power, will stand out in the history books for many years to come.

Columnist

Blakeman’s actions bring serious risks for first responders

In recent months, Nassau County Executive Bruce Blakeman has pursued a number of controversial measures that, in addition to likely being unconstitutional, bring with them a number of unintended consequences that will negatively impact our police and first responders.

Columnist

How to talk to young people about elections

Reflecting on the ideals set forth in the Constitution, it is crucial that we engage our students in conversations about the election process to help them understand and appreciate the significance of voting.

Columnist

Striking the right balance on village governance

As the new mayor of a vibrant village, I’ve recently been asked about the most pressing challenges Lawrence faces and how we will navigate them.

Columnist

Hempstead deserves solutions, leadership from Blakeman

The 59,000 residents of the Village of Hempstead are facing major issues that threaten to impede their access to nutritious food and clean water. As the leader of the municipal entity directly responsible for administering social services and preserving the welfare of our residents, I implore Nassau County Executive Bruce A. Blakeman and his administration to work with the coequal legislative branch and village officials to address the full magnitude of the challenges these compounding concerns are creating for our shared constituencies.