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What went wrong in O.B. — and how do we fix it?

So how did we get to this point? This isn’t an exercise in placing blame. It would be impossible to assign blame when the system that allowed this situation to develop has been in place for generations. But to find solutions, we need to understand how we got here. more

By Bill Bleyer | 5/17/24

The blemish of college demonstrations

The numerous college demonstrations lately have given me a lot of mixed feelings. Having lived through the years when there were other demonstrations, I contrast how those incidents were handled with the present ones. In addition, I can’t help but feel some sadness about how our elected officials are reacting to these events. more

By Jerry Kremer | 5/10/24

Holocaust survivor and Long Beach resident Hedy Page shared her story and lessons of compassion with Oceanside students last week

Holocaust survivor Hedy Page visits Oceanside High School

Hedy Page, a Holocaust survivor, visited Oceanside High School on May 1, providing students with a rare opportunity to come face-to-face with living history. Page, 94, of Long Beach, shared her … more

By Kepherd Daniel | 5/10/24

Island Park Brewers, Blue Jays, Royals, Phillies, Giants, Pirates opened the start of another exciting baseball season.

Photos: Island Park Little League kicks off the season

Island Park Little League welcomed the community to its annual opening day parade on May 4th, marking the official start of the baseball season in Island Park. A beloved tradition among … more

By Kepherd Daniel | 5/10/24

Panaghia of Island Park Greek Orthodox Church will host its third annual Spring Greek Fest from May 16-19.

Come to the Spring Greek Fest in Island Park May 16-19

Island Park is preparing to immerse itself in a springtime celebration as the third annual Panaghia of Island Park Greek Orthodox Church Spring Fest, is set to treat residents with Greek culture from … more

By Kepherd Daniel | 5/10/24

Olivia Wilson 10, and Island Park trusteeMichael Gagliardi got their hands dirty for a greener village.

Arbor Day tree planting unites Island Park

The Village of Island Park and Cornell Cooperative Extension of Nassau County, held a successful Arbor Day tree-planting event took place on the Village Green. The day saw active participation from … more

By Kepherd Daniel | 5/10/24

Protecting our kids online

The data is clear: Kids spending more time online and on social media is detrimental to their mental health. more

By Michaelle Solages | 5/10/24

The humble pen takes on the might sword

Here’s an anniversary no one wants to celebrate: The Columbine school shooting — April 20, 1999 — just passed its 25th anniversary. Why, why, why bring up such a horrific event? Perhaps because it hasn’t stopped. more

By Robert Koehler | 5/10/24

We should have learned more than we have from history

My reading of history, however, is that for the most part — whether it be everyday people, intellectuals or world leaders — there was little realization during those years that the world as they knew it was that much different from what had come before. Until it was. Or that tragedy lay ahead. Until it was too late. more

By Peter King | 5/10/24

Cherishing moms who embody love, strength

The remarkable resilience and sacrifice of mother is shown through the extraordinary life of Elinor Sullivan, whose daring feats in aviation were matched only by her dedication to motherhood. more

5/10/24

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