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Municipalizing LIPA would be a big mistake

Converting the Long Island Power Authority to a public power utility from a private-public partnership, which is being considered by the State Legislature through a commission, would be a massive mistake. more

By Wendy Hijos | 4/27/23

An ode to trees

Spring fully surrounds our senses now. As Mother Nature displays some of the grandeur of the season, “Earth Month” culminates with plenty of hoopla at Planting Fields Aboretum in Oyster Bay. more

By Karen Bloom | 4/26/23

The state’s cannabis control board recently approved nearly 100 more conditional cannabis dispensary licenses, with 23 coming to Long Island. But don’t expect too many to pop up in your neighborhood — if any.

More marijuana licenses coming, but not so much here

There are nearly two-dozen more conditional cannabis dispensary licenses on their way to Long Island. But thanks to local pushback in a number of Nassau County communities, chances are very low one … more

By Brendan Carpenter | 4/18/23

Women’s History Month celebrated through diverse stories

The Long Island Arts Council at Freeport held its second book talk to celebrate Women’s History Month on March 23 at the Freeport Recreation Center. The event featured three writers with ties … more

By Mohamed Farghaly | 4/16/23

Long Island Art's Council is accepting submissions for the 2nd annual Here and Now Art Show at the Freeport Memorial Library, featuring artwork from artists aged 60 and above, with the deadline for free submissions being April 26.

Long Island Art's Council seeking submissions for second annual Here and Now Art Show

The Long Island Art's Council is calling for submissions for the second annual Here and Now Art Show, a curated exhibition showcasing the talents of older adults aged 60 and above. The exhibition … more

By Mohamed Farghaly | 4/13/23

Valuing our women leaders doesn’t end in March

The increasing number of women in positions of leadership has been vital to changing our national narrative about what is fair and equitable. I have known great female leaders throughout my career . . . more

By Patrick M. Pizzo II | 3/30/23

The priceless community tradition that is baseball

Baseball is back. Spring training is over. Opening Day is here. In a world of chaos and danger, baseball, to me, is the one constant, my trusted safety zone. more

3/30/23

The Long Island Nets and NBA athletes team up to offer Freeport students free basketball lessons and STEM education day games.

Nets team up with J.W. Dodd for basketball clinic

The Long Island Nets, in partnership with NBA athletes, brought an exciting opportunity to Freeport students. A one-day basketball clinic was held at J.W. Dodd Middle School on March 11 offering … more

3/26/23

Women writers take the stage at Long Island Arts Council's Book Talk event in honor of Women's History Month.

Celebrating women's voices in Freeport

The Long Island Arts Council at Freeport is sponsoring their next Book Talk event on Thursday, March 23 at 7 p.m. at the Freeport Recreation Center. The program is in honor of Women's History … more

By Mohamed Farghaly | 3/22/23

It's National Poetry Month and the Long Island Arts Council at Freeport wants to celebrate your creativity with their 3rd annual poetry contest. Submit your work before the extended deadline on March 23rd for a chance to be published and read at a poetry reading.

Calling All Poets!

Attention all high school students in Nassau County! April is National Poetry Month and it's the perfect time to showcase your poetic talents. The Long Island Arts Council at Freeport is sponsoring … more

By Mohamed Farghaly | 3/22/23

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