Thursday, March 20, 2025
School officials say they are unsure of the future of education in local communities like Elmont and Franklin Square amid discussions of budget cuts to the U.S. Department of Education.
What challenges face women in the male-dominated sports industry? Six women from all different areas of sports talk about their experiences during this exclusive panel at UBS Arena.
Donna Nowakoski spent seven years creating diamond art paintings, placing each diamond stud on her canvasses by hand individually. After thousands upon thousands of diamond studs later, Donna shared her completed collection with the Franklin Square library community.
What does it take to be a service dog? Canine Companions service puppies-in-training visited the Franklin Square library to educate guests on the long process it takes for puppies to support their owners, leaving plenty of time for play!
During the holy month of Ramadan, Assemblywoman Michaelle Solages and Legislator Carrie Solages joined local Muslim organizations and observed the holiday.
Elmont parents are demanding Bellmore-Merrick be removed from game schedules for its students' racist behavior toward Elmont High School students during sport events.
Black History Month ends with a celebration at Universal Interactions community performance, "Worthy."
Elmont library hosted a scholarship fundraiser that included a special performance of "Seussical the Musical."
Shanell Parrish-Brown talks about her work teaching resilience to children and adults of domestic violence, and how society can become trauma-informed.
With measles cases popping up in a few states and here on Long Island in Suffolk County, an explainer on what it is, who is at risk and the best way to protect against the virus.
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In recent weeks, a terrible cascade of restrictive executive orders and wholesale firings of government workers has shaken all of us, Democrats and Republicans, federal workers and everyone who depends on their good work.
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For too long, mental health has been an afterthought in budget negotiations, receiving inadequate funding despite its profound impact on individuals and our communities
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When violence and criminality threaten public safety, local governments must step up and do their part to keep their communities secure.