Breast cancer walk memorializes Elmont health activist Elsy Mecklembourg-Guibert
More than 100 neighbors from Elmont, Valley Stream and the surrounding areas donned pink and participated in the third annual Dr. Elsy Mecklembourg-Guibert Memorial Breast Cancer Walk at Arthur J. Hendrickson Park on Oct. 5.
How Elmont, Franklin Square, Sewanhaka school districts are securing schools
As schools across Long Island faced 80 threats throughout September, county officials, the Nassau County Police Department and school districts have continued to impress the priority of school safety.
What horse racing fans can expect at the new Belmont Park
Elmont’s very own historic horse racetrack at Belmont Park has been under construction for the past year. As the exciting renovations are underway, the Herald is here to update the community about the progress of the historic project.
Marie Netto joins H. Frank Carey High leadership as new assistant principal
Marie Netto joined the Sewanhaka school district, as an assistant principal at H. Frank Carey High School in Franklin Square, on Sept. 25.
Detective Jonathan Diller Scholarship Fund announced for alma mater
The last time Stephanie Diller visited Mulcahy’s Pub in Wantagh, it was with her husband, fallen New York Police Department Detective Jonathan Diller, a Franklin Square native. The couple danced and celebrated their life together.
Pedestrian hit by car in Elmont in critical condition
A 48-year-old man was struck by a sedan while crossing Hempstead Turnpike at Elmont Road Oct. 13 at 4:40 a.m. in Elmont, according to Nassau police.
One year later, Elmont residents of 1888 Foster Meadow Lane remain homeless
More than 30 people lived at 1888 Foster Meadow Lane, a cooperative for senior citizens in Elmont, when a flash flood forced them to evacuate on Sept. 29, 2023. Now, one year later, the residents remain displaced as the building’s condition continues to deteriorate.
Elmont-based nonprofit Universal Interactions hosts ‘focus on the family’ back-to-school event
Elmont-based nonprofit Universal Interactions, Church of the Harvest and The Krystie Foundation hosted a back-to-school event on Sept. 7 in Valley Stream.
Cerebral Palsy of Nassau Association to host fundraiser at Plattduetsche Park in Franklin Square
Neighbors are invited to attend a Cerebral Palsy Association of Nassau County fundraiser fashion show on Oct. 26 at the Plattduetsche Park, Restaurant and Biergarten in Franklin Square.
Elmont Memorial holds 2024 Homecoming festivities
Elmont Memorial High School’s 2024 Homecoming was dampered by rain last weekend, but the school’s spirit was not.
Columnist
Remembering a cherished friendship with Nelson DeMille
The bestselling, superbly gifted novelist Nelson DeMille recently died. The author of 23 books, including 17 bestsellers, DeMille was so much more than a brilliant writer. He was first and foremost an outstanding human being and a loyal friend.
Columnist
A historic election for all the wrong reasons
The desperate campaign being run by Donald Trump, in his quest for renewed power, will stand out in the history books for many years to come.
Editorial
Calling for fire safety, honoring local volunteers
With Fire Prevention Week — Oct. 6-12 — upon us, it’s important to reflect on the significance of fire safety in our communities, and to recognize the extraordinary contributions of the volunteer firefighters and emergency medical technicians who keep us safe.
Columnist
We badly need congestion pricing
I believe congestion pricing is an absolute necessity, for several reasons.