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Dr. Diane Reidy, associate deputy physician in chief for the Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center's Regional Care Network, is encouraging people to have their routine checkups performed now, not later, in case there is a second wave of Covid-19 infections in New York and the state is forced back into a shutdown.
MSK doctor: Now’s the time for a checkup
The coronavirus pandemic, which swept across the New York metropolitan area from March through May, had a paralyzing effect, forcing millions of people to put their plans on hold — including … more
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The Grand Stage Diner was set to welcome guests back into its Broadway-themed dining rooms on Wednesday.
East Meadow business owners ring in Phase 3
As East Meadow was set to enter Phase 3 of New York state’s reopening protocols on Wednesday, many business owners were looking forward to allowing guests into their establishments for the … more
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The "Rally To Reopen Schools in September" was held outside of the legislative building in Mineola on June 20 to urge the state to reopen schools in September.
'Rally To Reopen Schools in September' held in Mineola
Chants of "Classrooms not Class Zooms" and "Classrooms are essential" could be heard through the crowd of roughly 50 parents and teachers from across Long Island that gathered on Franklin Avenue in … more
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East Meadow entered Phase II of reopening on June 10 and many restaurants, including the Grand Stage Diner, created outdoor seating arrangements for patrons to dine-in and to comply with social distancing guidelines.
Phase II in East Meadow means outdoor dining, haircuts and more
Long Island entered Phase II of reopening on June 10 and, to celebrate, members the East Meadow Chamber of Commerce lined a portion of Front Street and East Meadow Avenue with American … more
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Nassau Coliseum will be temporarily closing while its owner, Onexim Sports and Entertainment, searches for a new party to take control of the property.
Officials: Nassau Coliseum to close temporarily due to pandemic loses
Nassau Coliseum will be temporarily closing due to financial loses sustained by the coronavirus pandemic, according to officials. Onexim Sports and Entertainment, the company that owns the arena … more
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Students at Barnum Woods Elementary School took part in the first virtual Walk in the Woods, continuing the annual health walk that is held in conjunction with the school’s Flag Day ceremony each year.
Barnum Wood's 'Walk in the Woods' goes virtual
Every year, on Flag Day, the students of Barnum Woods Elementary School have sported red, white and blue as they waved flags and walked a mile through the community for Walk in the Woods. The … more
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Cornerstone Behavioral Services offers in-home services to students with autism, ranging from pre-school children to adult learners. It has been offering all of its services virtually through the pandemic.
The pandemic’s affect on students with disabilities
Since schools have shifted to remote learning due to the coronavirus pandemic, students with disabilities have been facing their own challenges when it comes to accessing education and related … more
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College seniors in the East Meadow and Salisbury communities held a car parade to celebrate their graduations. Leading the parade and serving as grand marshal was Jasan Stewart, left, a graduate of Nassau Community College, with his brother, Karl Bouyer, a graduate of W.T. Clarke High School.
College graduates parade through East Meadow
While many college graduates missed the chance to don their caps and gowns on their campuses because of the coronavirus pandemic, college seniors from the East Meadow and Salisbury communities … more
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Jessica and Edward Dennehy handed out masks they imported themselves in April; altogether, the pair distributed 100,000 masks to front-line workers and first responders
Local businessman to challenge Rice in 4th C.D.
Wantagh businessman Edward Dennehy said that he planned to announce an independent against incumbent Democratic U.S. Rep. Kathleen Rice in the 4th Congressional District race in November. At press time on Monday he said the announcement was to come no later than Thursday. more
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State allowing outdoor high school graduation: Cuomo
Govenor Cuomo announced Sunday that outdoor high school graduations of up to 150 people would be allowed starting June 26, provided social-distancing protocals are observed. The announcement … more
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