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A colorized postcard of Playland Park in Freeport, which captivated visitors with its enchanting amusement park atmosphere reminiscent of Coney Island. This amusement park, situated on a nine-acre site, sat in the southeastern area of Front and South Grove Streets.

Freeport’s amusement park: A blast from the past

Playland Park, a once enchanting amusement park on the Freeport shoreline, transformed the village into a thriving tourist destination. “It was the Hamptons before the Hamptons,” Regina Feeney … more

By Mohamed Farghaly | 10/20/23

Ukrainian refugee Volodymyr Zubko was honored Oct. 12 in Village Hall for rescuing a driver whose car plunged into a narrow waterway just east of the Nautical Mile

Ukrainian refugee honored for heroic water rescue in Freeport

Ukrainian refugee Volodymyr Zubko was honored on Oct 12 in Freeport Village Hall for rescuing a driver whose car plunged into the water just north of Cow Meadow Preserve, not far from the Nautical … more

By Mohamed Farghaly | 10/20/23

Angela’s Warriors organized a display of goods and donations to reward those who participated in the fundraiser, thanks to the dedicated efforts of Pat Spampanato, Stephanie Heins, Molly Froehling, Chari Smith, and Alison Grigo.

Angela’s Warriors unite for breast cancer

Angela’s Warriors continued their dedicated efforts to fundraise for breast cancer awareness this year with a significant event held on October 7 at the Helm in Freeport. This fundraising event … more

By Mohamed Farghaly | 10/20/23

In Martha Bermeo’s third-grade dual-language class at Bayview Avenue Elementary School, students were provided with art journals to be utilized as an integral component of the Hofstra University Museum of Art program throughout the school year.

Bayview Avenue Elementary third graders prepare for museum visit

Third-grade students at Bayview Avenue Elementary School in the Freeport School District recently engaged with educators from Hofstra University Museum of Art, Sara Schaeffer and Eileen McKenna, in … more

10/20/23

Freeport Man receives prison sentence for deadly DWI

Tyshaun Johashen, a resident of Freeport, was given a prison sentence of six to 18 years on Oct 13, following a fatal collision that occurred in March when he was found driving under the influence of … more

By Mohamed Farghaly | 10/20/23

Fighting cancer must not end in October

Nearly one in every eight women will develop breast cancer in their lifetimes. This year, according to the American Cancer Society . . . more

10/19/23

World news not fit to print or post

Try not to consume the horrific war news out of Israel with your family dinner. more

10/19/23

‘Never again’ is right now

I unequivocally condemn the horrifying and despicable terrorist attacks launched by Hamas on innocent Israeli civilians on Oct. 7. I am overwhelmed with admiration for the bravery . . . more

By Joshua Lafazan | 10/19/23

Legislators in Albany need to tackle the migrant crisis

New York City is home to many famous landmarks and attractions, but what people associate with New York today is the migrant crisis, a growing and complex problem with statewide consequences. more

By Ed Ra | 10/19/23

Empowering every child, including those with disabilities

In the realm of education, have you ever found yourself in a classroom where the teacher discussed a topic that left you utterly bewildered? I certainly have. more

By Taylor Darling | 10/19/23

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