Saturday, June 21, 2025
HurriCon, East Rockaway’s comic-themed fundraiser born from Hurricane Sandy recovery, returns June 14 with comics, cosplay, and a mission of inclusion—featuring Marvel’s Joe Kelly and community-driven outreach at Bethany Congregational Church.
East Rockaway High School honored its top varsity athletes and longtime coach Scott Gerken during its annual Varsity Athletics Awards Ceremony, spotlighting standout performers, team achievements, and a growing commitment to inclusive sports.
Inspired by their grandfather’s legacy of service, Lynbrook High School twins Julia and Jake Palay launched the school’s first-ever LEO Club—mobilizing students to give back through vision drives, fundraisers, and community outreach across Long Island.
Classic cars, custom bikes, live music, and a heartfelt mission will come together on June 29 in Lynbrook, as the Knights of Columbus and NYFAC team up for a Car and Motorcycle Show supporting individuals and families affected by autism.
Town Supervisor Don Clavin announced last week that the Hempstead town will offer two days of free golf for women and a skills clinic led by women golf professionals in celebration of National Women’s Golf Month.
Despite lingering myths about incineration, the Village of Lynbrook uses advanced waste-to-energy technology through a partnership with Reworld to reduce landfill use, generate electricity, and support sustainable trash disposal—with environmental safeguards in place and rising recycling costs prompting renewed attention to waste management strategies.
East Rockaway voters approved a $250,000 boost to the district’s capital reserve fund on May 20, allowing for completion of the High School Cupola Replacement project by September 2025. The renovation, which includes restoring the original bell and replacing weather-damaged materials, brings the total project budget to $563,000 — with no added tax impact to residents.
Three Lynbrook High School standouts—alumnus Kevin Langbart and graduating seniors Kate Santoli and Erick Diaz—are taking bold steps toward careers in medicine, each inspired by personal experiences and a shared foundation in the school’s rigorous science programs.
For over a decade, the Lynbrook Public School District has upheld a gold standard in financial transparency—earning national recognition again in 2024 with two prestigious awards that highlight its detailed and community-focused financial reporting practices.
Assemblywoman Judy Griffin honored top high school seniors from New York’s Assembly District 21 with the 2025 Student Standout Awards, celebrating academic excellence, community service and student leadership across Long Island.
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