Elmont High senior Amira Elrington-Edwards looks to mobilize voters
Amira Elrington-Edwards, a senior at Elmont Memorial High School, feels that it is important for her neighbors to participate in civic engagement.
Franklin Square Historical Society Fall Festival boasts unique vendors
The annual Franklin Square Fall Festival at the Franklin Square Historical Museum fostered unique vendors, engaged visitors and served as a successful fundraiser for the Franklin Square Historical Society’s planned classroom at the museum.
Plattduetsche Park hosts annual Ompahfest celebration in Franklin Square
Community members enjoyed the annual Ompahfest celebration at the Plattduetsche Park, Restaurant and Biergarten on Sept. 22.
Nassau County Democrats allege Trump rally was taxpayer misuse
Democratic leaders in the Nassau County legislature have filed a formal complaint with the Federal Election Commission, alleging that the Sept. 18 campaign rally for former President Donald Trump in …
Island Harvest plays a big role in hunger relief in Nassau County
Randi Shubin Dresner, the president and chief executive officer of Island Harvest Food Bank, joined Nassau County officials last week to promote Hunger Action Month — and suggested ways that residents can give back to those facing food insecurity.
Elmont native McGregory Frederique eyes Oscar nomination
McGegory Frederique, a 38-year-old Elmont native, has garnered nine awards for his short film “The Deal” so far — but he has his eyes set on the film world’s most prestigious award, the Oscar.
Serafina Bruchhauser, of Franklin Square, earns Girl Scout Gold Award
Every year, roughly 3,300 Girl Scouts earn the Gold Award. A Franklin Square native accomplished the milestone last month.
Haitian community denounces ‘racist remarks’ made by Trump, Vance
Haitian American community leaders, faith organizations, neighbors and County Legislators Carrié Solages and Siela Bynoe condemned racist, false and dangerous remarks made by former President Donald Trump, Senators J.D. Vance and Ted Cruz during a news conference held on Sept. 12.
Queens man sentenced to up to 7.5 years after passenger death in 2021 Elmont drunk driving crash
A Queens man was sentenced Sept. 23 to up to seven and a half years in prison for killing a passenger in a drunk driving crash in Elmont in December 2021.
H. Frank Carey High School celebrates 2024 Homecoming
Neighbors, students, teachers and coaches had a blast at the H. Frank Carey High School homecoming parade on Sept. 14.
Columnist
America’s support of Israel is vital — now more than ever
Last Oct. 7, Israel was plunged into a crisis that has demanded both our attention and our action. As a rabbi and a proud Zionist, I’ve traveled to Israel twice since that tragic day — once to volunteer, and once to witness the devastation firsthand.
Columnist
The best of times, the worst of times for women
The New York Times ran a story last week, “The Power (and Relief) of a Smaller Bosom,” reporting that the number of women seeking breast-reduction surgery has increased, especially among those under 30. Why are more and more young girls choosing surgery?
Editorial
Even in a deep blue state, your vote matters
As the Nov. 5 election approaches, we urge every eligible Long Islander to exercise his or her fundamental right, and fulfill a crucial civic duty, by voting.
Columnist
When will we finally say, ‘Enough’?
I was a junior at Plainedge High School, in North Massapequa, in 2018, when 17 people died and 17 others were injured in the Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School massacre in Parkland, Florida.