Monday, February 17, 2025
Mount Sinai South Nassau celebrated “Go Red for Women Day” on Feb. 7, when heart disease survivor Anita Rothenberg joined hospital staff members and visitors to promote heart health and …
The Island Park School District is proud to announce the appointment of Shannon Malagreca as the new principal of Francis X. Hegarty Elementary School. With a wealth of experience in school …
The Kiwanis Club of Oceanside served up more than just pancakes at their annual Super Bowl Pancake Breakfast on Sunday. Held at St. Anthony’s Cafeteria, the event drew hundreds of community …
In response to Governor Kathy Hochul’s recent proposal to restrict smartphone use in schools across New York State, the Island Park School District has reaffirmed its commitment to supporting the …
The Panaghia of Island Park Greek Orthodox Church held a celebration on Jan. 26, honoring Greek Letters Day and celebrating Godparent Sunday on Feb. 2. The Greek School’s Three Hierarchs and …
A National Day of Action against offshore wind brought community members, activists and local leaders together in Long Beach and Island Park on Saturday, highlighting a sharp divide over renewable …
Mount Sinai South Nassau, in Oceanside, held its annual Martin Luther King Jr. Day celebration on Jan. 16, honoring individuals whose contributions embody the late civil rights leader’s values of …
Jack Banham is 99, and about 15 years ago he began creating what has grown into a collection of hundreds of pieces of art made out of tiny strips of premium paper, and he is still doing it.
Oceanside residents packed a public hearing on Jan. 7 at Hempstead Town Hall to voice their opinions on a proposed townhome development at the Brower Avenue and Oceanside Road site of the Oceanside …
The Friedberg JCC hosted its first-ever “Coatchella” Coat Drive on Sunday, bringing together teens, volunteers, and music for a day of giving back. This event, spearheaded by the Special Events …
Columnist
While there are certainly plenty of domestic issues, and Americans in need, we cannot forget the people of Ukraine, who are nearing the end of their third year of war with Russia.
Columnist
In Nassau County, there is a palpable sense of hope and optimism on the horizon, and much of that can be credited to the steady, inclusive leadership of County Executive Bruce Blakeman.
Editorial
As we step into the new year, we should resolve to move beyond empty platitudes. Instead of vague aspirations for “better days,” let’s strive for tangible progress: a stronger sense of community, a commitment to justice, and a willingness to adapt to changing realities.
Columnist
For nearly 45 years, U.S. Department of Education has soldiered past many attempts to break it apart, or disband it altogether, most notably by conservative politicians who believe that the federal agency oversteps states’ rights.