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After 125 years, Nassau County still thrives

Celebrating 125 years, Nassau County, formed in 1898 from parts of Queens, has become New York’s fifth-largest county, known for its spacious homes, quiet neighborhoods, excellent schools, rich history, and vibrant community spirit. more

5/24/24

Our public schools deserve better

After months of contentious budget negotiations, the State Legislature and Gov. Kathy Hochul recently agreed to a historic $237 billion state spending plan. more

By Karl Valere | 5/24/24

Recapturing times gone by in politics

Everyone agrees that there is a massive lack of bipartisanship in today’s political arena. Washington, D.C., is the poster child for warfare between Democrats and Republicans. Which is why my recent trip to Albany was a throwback to times gone by. I refer specifically to an event known as the Pilots Dinner. more

By Jerry Kremer | 5/24/24

The real work gets done in the middle

Our elected officials resist finding common ground, and prefer vilifying opponents instead of seeking compromise. Consequently, many New York voters have abandoned both parties, declaring a pox on the houses of both Democrats and Republicans. more

By Jack Martins | 5/24/24

Sophomore Sabrina Asadurian had a hat trick for Wantagh in its 11-10 victory over South Side in Wednesday's Class C semifinal.

Wantagh edges South Side in thrilling semifinal

Wantagh brought a considerable experience advantage as well as a seven-goal, regular-season win over South Side into what proved to be a thrilling Nassau Class C girls’ lacrosse semifinal … more

By Tony Bellissimo | 5/23/24

The renowned U.S. Navy Blue Angels are back in action over Jones Beach this weekend.

Heading into summer at the Bethpage Air Show

Kick back and enjoy Memorial Day weekend’s prelude to summer with the Bethpage Airshow at Jones Beach. more

By Karen Bloom | 5/22/24

Newcomers took the night in school board elections across Valley Stream on May 21.

Elections 2024: Here are the results of the Valley Stream school board election and budget votes

The spending plans at Valley Stream school districts received wide approval this year. Among those passing were District 24’s $39.3 million budget with its 1.7 percent tax levy … more

By Juan Lasso | 5/22/24

Voters passed the Long Beach school budget Tuesday night. Sam Pinto and Alexis PAce were re-elected to the school board as well.

Long Beach Public School's 2024-25 budget passes; Pinto and Pace re-elected to board

Voters passed the Long Beach School District's 2024-25 budget Tuesday night. Incumbents Sam Pinto and Alexis Pace were also re-elected to the School Board, beating out challengers Harold … more

By Angelina Zingariello | 5/21/24

Sophomore Romain Eccleston raced to a third-place finish in the 100-meter dash and was part of Uniondale’s 4-x-400 relay.

Uniondale continues to show progress

Uniondale’s boys’ track and field program is a team budding with fresh new talent, looking to take the next step. On May13, the Knights took a critical jump towards doing … more

By Justin Joseph | 5/21/24

Board of Education members, faculty, staff and residents erupted into applause at the news of the budget's passage.

North Shore School District’s budget passes

The North Shore School District's budget for the 2024-25 school year passed Tuesday night, with 2,043 for to 1,172 against. The new budget addresses the school district’s significant … more

By Will Sheeline | 5/21/24

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