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East Rockaway School District administrators and staff bade farewell to Superintendent Lisa Ruiz, who was variously described as “bold” and “brave,” at the June 14 Board of Education meeting.
Lynbrook school board to get new trustee
Tara Aragona to replace David Yaker
Tara Aragona will take her seat on the Lynbrook Board of Education on July 5, replacing David Yaker, who was hired as an English teacher and varsity football coach at Lynbrook High School.
Return of East Rockaway's Huckleberry Frolic was a rollicking good time
For the first time in three years, residents from across Nassau County flocked to Memorial Park for the Huckleberry Frolic last Saturday.
Lynbrook officials hopeful to raze former Feather Factory in July to make way for apartments
It’s been called an “eyesore.” A “blight.” But soon it may be called “no more.”
New East Rockaway leader discusses plans
James DeTommaso is set to become superintendent of the East Rockaway School District on July 1, when current Superintendent Lisa Ruiz retires. DeTommaso served in multiple roles in the district for …
A grand opening for Great Northern Mortgage in Lynbrook
A new mortgage office was unveiled in Lynbrook on June 9 as a ribbon cutting was held for Great Northern Mortgage Corporation, on 129 Broadway. Elected officials and Lynbrook Chamber of Commerce …
Man arrested for alleged string of robberies, including in Lynbrook
A Freeport man has been arrested in connection to three Nassau County robberies, including one that took place in Lynbrook.
It’s time to nominate a Long Island Red Cross hero
Do you know a hero? Someone who took extraordinary action to save a life or perform an unselfish and extraordinary act for a family member, friend, co-worker or a stranger? An act that changed a person’s destiny, or made a community impact.
Lynbrook firefighters respond to overturned car after crash
Lynbrook firefighters responded to the scene of an auto accident and overturn at the corner of Ocean and Merton avenues on June 11 just before 4 p.m.
Lynbrook Chamber of Commerce hosts 'A Night Under the Stars'
Local residents, elected officials and honorees attended the Lynbrook Chamber of Commerce’s “Night Under the Stars” event last Saturday at the Mary’s Maris Stella Knights of Columbus.
Farewell column
So long and thank you
Though I am moving on, the memories I’ve made here will last a lifetime.
EDITORIAL
Suozzi is right choice for Long Island and New York
We don’t typically endorse at the primary level — or at the gubernatorial level. But then again, Tom Suozzi is not a typical candidate. Not only is he from Long Island; he’s also from Nassau County — an important distinction from Kathy Hochul and Jumaane Williams. He understands the needs of Long Island communities and wants to make sure those needs are not overlooked.
Op-Ed
Long Island students’ resources depend on race
A report just published by ERASE Racism explores how equitably educational resources are available across school districts on Long Island . . .
Randi Kreiss
Taking to the air is no flight of fancy
If you have fond memories of flying someplace for summer fun, well, you can just wipe that fantasy out of your head.