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Seniors are named Regeneron scholars
At John F. Kennedy high school, six seniors were named semifinalists in the 2022 Society for Science & Public Science Talent Search competition, sponsored by the pharmaceutical company Regeneron. Two of the six were named finalists in the competition on Jan. 20.
Grand Avenue student helps charity event
Eighth-grader donates cards for charity
Grand Avenue Middle School eighth-grader Luke Fischetti was recognized by the Bellmore-Merrick Central High School Board of Education on Jan. 12 for his volunteerism during the Bellmore Lions Club Polar Express event in December.
Buzz’d Express Coffee opens in Bellmore
Following months of construction, Buzz’d Express Coffee finally celebrated its grand opening on Jan. 24.
Bellmore-Merrick unites for day of service
The Bellmore-Merrick Central High School District marked the legacy and message of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. with their annual Day of Service on Jan. 16. Students across the district organized …
City MD Merrick location reopens
Several City MD locations reopened on Jan. 17, including their South Merrick location, following a temporary closure that began on Dec. 22.
‘Super Scar’ story spreads awareness of heart defects
South Merrick resident and mother of two Melanie Tucker always knew she wanted to write a book about congenital heart disease, after her son Asher was born with the condition Tetralogy of Fallot four and a half years ago.
Masks debated at Central District BOE meeting
A small crowd gathered outside the Brookside School in Merrick on Jan. 12, eager to enter the first Bellmore-Merrick Central High School District Board of Education meeting of the new year.
L.I. Crisis Center adds new volunteers
The Long Island Crisis Center recently expanded: the company has added six new volunteer members to its team. Founded in 1971, LICC offers a multitude of services, such as a volunteer-based 24/7 …
Kennedy eliminated by Long Beach
The Long Beach boys’ soccer team picked the perfect time to break out of its scoring slump.Aran Corbett scored the Marines’ first goal in over two weeks and Yeris Miranda added two more …
Beloved music teacher, cantor remembered
Victoria Sorrentino, who was known as Viki, was all about music. She was a vocal and piano coach for many years, helping local young people pursue music-oriented careers. At the Parish of St. …
Editorial
Bail reform law needs still more tweaking
Nassau County Police Commissioner Patrick Ryder convened a news conference on Jan. 13 to make a point: The state’s bail reform law, enacted in January 2020, needs further reform . . .
Op-Ed
An inauguration like no other
I have been blessed to raise my hand and pledge to serve my community as an elected official many times over the past 16 years. However, last Monday was the first — and hopefully, last — time that I will take the oath of office in my living room.
Op-Ed
How progressives might be left in the lurch
When U.S. Rep. Tom Suozzi announced his Democratic primary run against Gov. Kathy Hochul, it may have seemed like a D’Amato moment.
Op-Ed
How to teach about the Jan. 6 insurrection
National Public Radio and ABC News warn, “Teachers are on the front lines in the Jan. 6 culture war.”