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Fog/Mist Elmont pastor distributes food to Nassau families in need
Every Wednesday, Thursday and Friday, the Rev. Danilo Archbold spends his mornings taking care of his wife, Melissa, who is recovering from surgery, and his afternoons handing out hundreds of boxes …
Lawrence schools to remain on full remote
The Lawrence School District will remain with full remote learning at least intil Nov. 1 and possibly reopen for hybrid instriction on Nov. 2, according to Superintendent Dr. Ann Pedersen, after Gov. Andrew uomo's news conference today.
Long Beach Council considers ways to raise revenue
Hd: LB City Council work session considers ways to raise revenue from use of the city pool and municipal parking lots; Announces boardwalk is fully reopen Photo: City Hall Credit: Christina …
Gordon raises $1.79 million in third quarter
In the second quarter of the year, Jackie Gordon boasted a substantial fundraising advantage over her opponent, Assemblyman Andrew Garbarino, in the race for Rep. Peter King’s Second Congressional District seat.
Covid-19 testing site at the Five Towns Community Center
Updated Oct. 21 at 9:45 a.m. In an effort to combat the recent uptick of coronavirus in the Five Towns, the Five Towns Community Center in Lawrence will officially serve as a Covid-19 testing site. Several community officials …
Experiencing the first virtual Relay for Life of Baldwin
The coronavirus pandemic wasn’t stopping a group of people set out to make a difference. The Relay for Life of Baldwin took place on Aug. 22, but this time, virtually. The Baldwin community …
During pandemic, Bellmore native flexes pod-given talents
When Darren Paltrowitz explains his beginnings in the entertainment industry, a picture of Cameron Crowe’s cult classic “Almost Famous” comes to mind. At 16, the Bellmore native …
Franklin Square Horror continues with a haunted display
Last year, Joe Allocco announced that he would no longer be creating his Franklin Square Horror House — where trick-or-treaters could make their way through a haunted house complete with actors …
Hunger walk maintains past years’ spirit
The corps that gathered at Eisenhower Park last Saturday for the 11th annual CROP Hunger Walk was smaller than in years past, but no less committed to raising funds for the local and international relief efforts that are its hallmark.
Village’s new ‘dynamic’ priest
Lourdes pastor shares excitement at joining Malverne community
When the Rev. James Stachacz was named Our Lady of Lourdes Church’s pastor in June, he was unsure of what to expect from his new parishioners. His predecessor, the Rev. Michael Duffy, told …
Hempstead Town outsources trap-neuter-return program
Diane Madden, an animal advocate from East Meadow and co-founder of Hope for Hempstead Shelter, brought a gray and black kitten to the Sept. 22 Town of Hempstead Board meeting to show council members …
North Shore advocates work to get voters to show up on Election Day
As Election Day and the deadline to register to vote on Oct. 9 near, local political activists are urging people to cast their ballot.
East Meadow marching band is back to the beat
Members of the East Meadow High School Jets Marching Band safely assembled outdoors, with 12 feet of social distancing as per the New York State Department of Health, for the school’s annual …
'A once-in-a-lifetime coach'
Renowned tennis coach Daniel Burgess, of Freeport, died on Sept. 28. He was 67. He was the husband of Agnes Ford-Burgess, a nurse at the Leo F. Giblyn Elementary School; the father of Shawn …
$1M grant aids Sunrise Association in Oceanside
Though the coronavirus has brought with it many challenges, the Sunrise Association has continued to provide joy to children with cancer, and with a $1 million grant recently secured, it will be able to carry on its mission in the future.
Elmont residents demand water tower repairs
On Sept. 21, a small crowd of Elmont residents led a new chant — “No paint, no peace!” — as they gathered in front of the Elmont water tower for a rally calling for repairs to …
Editorial
Breast screening is still a must, despite pandemic
There is perhaps no disease that strikes greater fear in the hearts of women than breast cancer. It is the second-leading cause of cancer deaths, behind lung cancer, and . . .
Op-Ed
Why can’t we work together?
I was asked by a local proprietor why so many educators vote Democratic. I asked, “How do you know they do?” He blithely answered, “Well, I read it in the paper.” Our brief exchange was a friendly one, but it reminded me . . .
Op-Ed
MTA will risk much if it cuts service and hikes fares
Pat Foye, chairman of the Metropolitan Transportation Authority, has said that service on the Long Island Rail Road and Metro North could be reduced by as much as 50 percent — and bus and subway service by 40 percent — in the coming months if . . .
Randi Kreiss
As if it couldn’t have gotten worse, he was contagious
Millions of Americans seem to be manifesting what has been called “insane” behavior: They keep doing the same thing over and over again, expecting a different and better result. They keep flouting coronavirus regulations . . .
Alfonse D'Amato
Congress is AWOL on coronavirus aid
With all the hullabaloo about the Supreme Court vacancy, the election and President Trump’s contracting Covid-19, the national media has largely overlooked a pressing matter before Congress that needs immediate attention.