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Ariana Watson, a standout student, is one of 625 Presidential Scholars Program semifinalists
Follow Lawrence High School senior Ariana Watson's journey as a semifinalist in the 2024 U.S. Presidential Scholars Program, highlighting her exceptional academic achievements, STEM involvement, and community contributions, paving the way for her promising future in mechanical engineering at Carnegie Mellon University.
Getting to know Holocaust survivors at Brandeis
Delve into the meaningful commemoration of Holocaust Remembrance Day at Brandeis Hebrew Academy, where eighth-graders honor survivors through poems, songs, and personal connections, embodying the commitment to education, remembrance, and passing on the legacy of resilience to future generations.
Darkness on the edge of state route 878
Discover the ongoing dispute over responsibility for fixing darkened lights on the Atlantic Beach Bridge, as Lawrence village contends with offers of financial aid, highlighting Samuel Nahmias's assertions of reluctance to accept grants, alongside village efforts to assess and address the lighting issue amidst legal actions and governmental involvement.
Gammy’s Pantry is gone, food distribution continues
Explore the transition of Gammy's Pantry within the Five Towns Community Center, highlighting the legacy of its founder Sasha Young, assurance of pantry's continuity by Gwynn Campbell amidst organizational changes, and ongoing community support from organizations like Rock and Wrap It Up!, all amid discussions about the center's future under the guidance of Nassau County Executive Bruce Blakeman.
Lawrence teen attends Birthright Israel Excel summit
Program seeks out future business leaders
Discover Arye Lifshitz's journey through the prestigious Birthright Israel Excel program, where he gained insights into Middle Eastern affairs at a recent NYC summit.
They don’t take county parks for granted
Discover Nassau County's expansive park amenities and future plans, showcasing a substantial return on investment for residents.
Trucks raise Inwood neighbors’ anger
Opposition arises in Inwood over proposed rezoning for dump truck storage, sparking concerns about environmental impact and safety for residents.
Want a late bus? Not in Lawrence school district
Some Nassau County school districts lack late buses, sparking debate over budget allocation and student accessibility.
Pebbles, once again, symbolize a Holocaust survivor’s tale
Woodmere Middle School students honor Holocaust survivor with pebble garden dedication ceremony, inspired by her book "Four Perfect Pebbles," emphasizing the importance of remembrance and education.
Herald, Riverdale Press win 18 state awards from New York Press Association
Herald Community Newspapers and The Riverdale Press shine with 18 state awards from New York Press Association, including top honors in editorial design and special section coverage.
Editorial
Celebrating N.Y.’s investment in local journalism
Gov. Kathy Hochul and the state legislature delivered a beacon of hope for our communities by including in the state budget a groundbreaking initiative to support local news organizations in the form of a tax credit.
Columnist
We must secure our borders, reform immigration now
The Senate's promising bipartisan border deal was dismissed as "disastrous."
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Yes, we can — and must — work together
Bipartisanship works! Republicans and Democrats in Congress answered the call of history. We fought back against Putin, Iran, the terrorists, the scourge of fentanyl and, most important, Russia’s campaign of deceit and disinformation (and Congresswoman Marjorie Taylor Greene).
Columnist
The state budget: lots of dollars, little sense
Nearly three weeks late, the $237 billion state budget presents a mix of positives and negatives. While it’s easy to find initiatives to support in such a large spending plan, inexplicably, there are areas where it falls short.
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Blakeman enthusiastically follows Trump’s lead
The political similarities between former President Donald Trump and Nassau County Executive Bruce Blakeman are now impossible to miss. Which is probably just what Blakeman intends.
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Finding our side of paradise
As a member of Gen Z, I know as well as anyone how the world views people my age.