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Native gardener Anthony Marinello, 28, began converting his parents’ garden in 2010.

West Hempstead gardener sparks interest in native planting

From colorful prairie plants to flowing water, West Hempstead gardener Anthony Marinello turned his parents’ garden into a native plant oasis. On most days, Marinello can hear the sounds of … more

By Nakeem Grant | 7/9/20

State Department of Health officials will release guidance about reopening schools on July 13, and school officials would submit plans to the state by the end of the month. Those plans would be finalized in August.

Elmont, Franklin Square superintendents mull return to school

Local school superintendents are continuing to ponder whether to allow students back into the buildings in September, as they await further instructions from state officials. Kenneth Rosner, the … more

By Melissa Koenig and Scott Brinton | 7/8/20

The pool was the perfect place for friends Maya Bazian, Jordan Schwartz, Leo Cohn, Ely Bazian, Gabriella Schwartz and Mikey Schaffer to cool off on July 3, the hottest day of the year.

Rath Park pool opens for the summer

The coronavirus pandemic did not stop nearly 50 Franklin Square residents from taking a dip in the pool at Rath Park in the 91-degree heat on July 3, the first day the pool was open to the … more

7/7/20

The first book in “The Phantom’s Tea” series, “All are Welcome at the Silent Circus … but how do I get out of here?” is now available on Amazon.

Franklin Square teacher writes horror series for children

Danica Mendez-Liakos was in elementary school when she first picked up a “Goosebumps” book, and became interested in reading. “R.L Stine is my hero,” she said of the … more

By Melissa Koenig | 7/7/20

Incoming seniors Kayla and Julia Brodman decorated their car before the drive-by parade on June 30.

Sewanhaka parents, students bid farewell to principal

Nearly a dozen cars circled the Sewanhaka High School parking lot on June 30 to thank Dr. Christopher Salinas for his four years as principal on his last day of work in the district. In February, … more

By Melissa Koenig | 7/7/20

Frank and Carol Hrbek met at a bowling alley in 1988, and were married in 1991.

Carol Hrbek, Sewanhaka PTSA vice president, dies at 55

Carol Hrbek was “always a presence” in the Elmont community, Sewanhaka High School Parent Teacher Association President Judy Staiano said, serving as the organization’s vice … more

By Melissa Koenig | 7/7/20

Teenager arrested after crashing into parked cars in Elmont

A 17-year-old was arrested on July 6, after he crashed into a parked vehicle in Elmont and struck a police car. According to Nassau County police, officers tried to conduct a traffic stop at … more

7/7/20

Michael Miskiewicz helped his sister, Molly, unpack donations from her car on June 26.

West Hempstead siblings expand food donation pickup service

As a social work graduate intern at the Baldwin Public Library, Molly Miskiewicz noticed that many residents were struggling to get food during the coronavirus pandemic, and decided to … more

By Nakeem Grant, Melissa Koenig and Bridget Downes | 7/2/20

Tiz The Law crossed the finish line first at the Belmont Stakes on June 20, becoming the first New York-bred horse to win since 1882.

Belmont Stakes go on — despite pandemic

The Belmont Stakes looked a little different to fans and the larger horseracing community this year, as industry officials had to alter their operations due to the ongoing novel coronavirus … more

By Visvajit Sriramrajan | 7/1/20

Janet and George Beyer and Ray Arledge enjoyed lunch at Alpine Restaurant while wishing waitress Elizabeth Papadoniou, second from right, a happy birthday.

F.S., Elmont restaurateurs make the most of the great outdoors

It was an exciting morning for the staff at Plattduetsche Park on June 10, when they saw several families waiting for a chance to eat at the restaurant before they even opened the gates at 11 … more

By Melissa Koenig | 7/1/20

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