|
Excitement is building as we head into Fourth of July weekend. All ages can find meaning and inspiration in this milestone 250th anniversary: even play takes on a patriotic twist.
more
By Abbey Salvemini
|
6/30/26
|
|
The National Weather Service has officially issued an extreme heat warning for nearly all of Long Island, lasting through 9 p.m. Saturday.
more
Chris Colucci and Wesley Schnell
|
6/30/26
|
|
Nassau County Executive Bruce Blakeman and Nassau County Police Commissioner Patrick Ryder unveiled the police department’s drone as first responder program Monday.
more
By Julia Capitelli
|
6/29/26
|
|
It was a banner season for not only the New York Knicks but also for many high school athletic teams in the Herald’s coverage area. Listed are the top team accomplishments, in …
more
By Tony Bellissimo
|
6/29/26
|
|
There were plenty of cheers along with some tears in South Ozone Park Sunday afternoon as 6,866 horse racing fans bid farewell to Aqueduct Racetrack.
The crowd at ‘The Big A’ roared one last …
more
By Tony Bellissimo
|
6/28/26
|
|
As the nation prepares to mark its 250th anniversary, summer gatherings offer a chance to celebrate American traditions with backyard cooking, regional flavors and time spent with family and friends.
more
By Herald Content Studio
|
6/27/26
|
|
As America turns 250, Nassau County’s libraries are seizing the opportunity to share national history with a local twist. The Merrick Library will host the ‘Merricka 250 Block Party on Saturday from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. — one of many events that capture the all-American spirit of the celebration.
more
By Joseph D'Alessandro
|
6/26/26
|
|
Valley Stream's Paw it Forward Pet Pantry is seeking food donations and volunteers as rising costs and declining support threaten its ability to help pet owners keep their animals during financial hardship.
more
By Angelina Zingariello
|
6/26/26
|
|
Book Nook, Long Island's only Black-owned bookstore and Baldwin's first independently owned bookstore, has opened on Grand Avenue with a mission that extends beyond selling books, creating a community gathering space featuring book clubs, author events and educational programs for readers of all ages.
more
By Allyson Ferrari
|
6/26/26
|
|
A small group of opera fans gathered at the East Meadow United Methodist Church on June 13 for the opening day of the Gilbert & Sullivan Light Opera Company of Long Island’s 2026 production of “The Yeomen of the Guard.”
more
By Jonathan Padilla
|
6/26/26
|