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A Few Clouds Dogwood Terrace residents raise more concerns over redevelopment
Residents of Dogwood Terrace — an affordable senior housing complex at 1178 Martha Place in Franklin Square — continued to express concerns about being forced to relocate while the complex undergoes renovations.
Elmont community enjoys Thanksgiving dinner together
More than 300 neighbors got together for a community Thanksgiving dinner on Nov. 18 at Elmont Memorial High School.
Franklin Square and Munson Fire Department commemorates one of its own
The Franklin Square and Munson Fire Department’s new training facility now bears the name of the late former fire district Commissioner Joseph Torregrossa, who helped design the much-needed facility.
Festive activities this holiday season for a charitable cause
Itching to get into the holiday spirit? Want to be whisked away to a winter wonderland, or see who in the community has the most eccentric ugly sweater this year? Look no further than Rescuing Families winter activities and fundraising events.
Warrior Scholar Project visits UBS Arena for military appreciation night
Veterans Day offers the community a chance to show their thanks for those who have served their country. Warrior-Scholar Project, an organization whose mission is to help veterans successfully utilize their GI Bill benefits, took the opportunity to educate veterans on how they can be empowered in higher education.
American Legion Post hosts Veterans Day parade
Students from the Elmont school district’s six elementary schools, local elected officials, the Girl and Boy Scouts, and others joined members of the Elmont American Legion Post 1033 in the Veterans Day Parade to express thanks to those who served their country.
Wesley United Methodist Church hosts country fair
Neighbors were welcome to grab a lunch or shop handcrafted goods at the country fair hosted by United Women of Faith on Nov. 4.
Franklin Square students honors veterans at assembly
Franklin Square’s Washington Street School celebrated Veterans Day on Nov. 9 with an annual assembly, welcoming local veterans and honoring them with multiple performances.
Elmont elementary students honor veterans
Students from Elmont’s Clara H. Carlson School celebrated Veterans Day with an assembly on Nov. 8.
Warrior Scholar Project visits UBS Arena for military appreciation night
Veterans Day offers the community a chance to show their thanks for those who have served their country. Warrior-Scholar Project, an organization whose mission is to help veterans successfully utilize their GI Bill benefits, took the opportunity to educate veterans on how they can be empowered in higher education.
10 years in Franklin Square: ‘The little Red Mango that could’ on LI
Chris Cianciulli opened his Red Mango shop at 721 Franklin Ave. in Franklin Square back in 2013 — when the popular frozen yogurt franchise was just starting to pick up steam. At the time, there …
A 'sweet' addition to Franklin Square: The Sweet Life Bake Shop celebrates its grand opening
Owners Nicole Minor and Jose Velasquez officially debuted their new bakery The Sweet Life Bake Shop on May 12 and are excited to offer quality desserts to the Franklin Square community. Minor, …
Op-Ed
The battle against the Equinor wind turbine project
Long Islanders are deeply concerned about the proposed Equinor wind turbine project, Empire Wind, and its potential to adversely affect our health, safety and economy.
Jerry Kremer
Two major worries for candidates, in three words
Most people view politics as a simple business. There are winners and losers. But there are other factors that can determine who emerges as a victor or suffers defeat . . .
Editorial
Keep ‘off-year’ elections off-year
Long Island voters are heading to the polls next Tuesday, to decide on a number of races spanning town boards and administrations as well as county legislatures. It’s what we call an “off-year” election . . .
Op-Ed
The Biden border crisis comes home to New York
New York is in tough shape. Between the rising costs of goods, a deteriorating public safety situation and an ever-increasing tax burden on residents . . .