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Q. A few contractors have looked at my attic so I can finish it for more bedrooms and a family room. The 1920s house has a very large attic . . . more

By Monte Leeper | 5/19/23

How they avoid saying the dirtiest word

In politics, the word “tax” is dirtier than the most graphic four-letter words you can think of. Any politician who plans to last in office longer than his loafers knows that you only say “tax” . . . more

5/18/23

There is just no need for speed

It feels like so many drivers are in a constant rush these days, but that’s no excuse to ignore the posted speed limits. more

5/18/23

Richardson, Dixon capture board seats

Scott Richardson and Sonia Dixon won two open seats on the Freeport school board in Tuesday’s budget vote and trustee election, and residents also gave their approval to the district’s 2023-24 … more

By Mohamed Farghaly | 5/18/23

Is fossil fuel-generated energy gone with the wind?

Island Park doesn’t generate daily headlines — and residents like it that way. This historic community is best known . . . more

By Ronald J. Rosenberg | 5/18/23

Books are an exception to the lending rule

In “Hamlet,” Polonius said to Laertes, “Neither a borrower nor a lender be . . ." more

5/18/23

Something’s going wrong in Florida

I can’t help writing about the state of Florida, because it seems more detached from America than any of the other 49 states. more

5/18/23

Junior attacker Cassie Smith (56 goals) was a force all spring for the Red Devils and picked up her 100 th career goal May 9.

Freeport produces winning mark

The sharp progression of the Freeport girls’ lacrosse program under coach Anabel Lopez nearly produced a second straight playoff appearance in a higher conference. Freeport just missed out … more

By Andrew Coen | 5/16/23

Benjamin Fernandez, Aliza’s Rodriguez and Mason Espinal took part in the Teddy Bear Clinic, sponsored by Mount Sinai-South Nassau hospital, where they learned about hospital visits and medical procedures.

Teddy Bear Clinic engages kindergartners

Kindergarten students from Freeport Public Schools brought their beloved stuffed animals and teddy bears to a special Teddy Bear Clinic April 28, hosted by Mount Sinai-South Nassau Hospital, where … more

By Mohamed Farghaly | 5/14/23

The Freeport school district’s proposed budget for 2023-24 is just under $238.8 million, an increase of slightly more than $29 million over the current year, and there is no tax levy increase. The district saved taxpayers money through refinancing, completed $29.2 million in capital projects, received funding from the American Rescue Plan Act, and planned upgrades for security, HVAC systems, athletics, and various learning spaces. Above, Superintendent Kishore Kuncham at last year’s superintendents conference.

Meet the Freeport school board candidates

Get ready, Freeport residents, because it’s almost time for the Board of Education election on May 16. This year there are five candidates vying for two seats on the board. Residents will also have … more

By Mohamed Farghaly | 5/14/23

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