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Merrick's Robbie Rosen, a star on "American Idol."

Merrick's Robbie Rosen makes it in Hollywood

Merrick’s Robbie Rosen, a junior at Calhoun High School, made his second appearance on the hit television show "American Idol" on Thursday night, this time in Hollywood. more

By David Weingrad | 2/11/11

Merokeans say they're hoping to see Robbie Rosen enjoy a successful run on 'American Idol' and perhaps even go all the way.

Merokeans’ hopes run high for ‘Idol’ contestant Robbie Rosen

Merrick singing sensation Robbie Rosen rose to instant national acclaim on Wednesday after his successful “American Idol” audition aired on Fox. Now Merokeans who know Rosen well say they’re hoping to see the well-liked 16-year-old go all the way in the national talent search. more

David Weingrad | 1/21/11

Merrick singing sensation Robbie Rosen is headed to Hollywood to compete in 'American Idol.'

Calhoun junior headed to 'American Idol'

Calhoun High School singing sensation Robbie Rosen, all of 16 years old, recently received the news that he had waited for nine years to hear –– he’s headed to Hollywood to compete in season 10 of “American Idol.” more

By Scott Brinton | 1/20/11

I’m dreaming of socially responsible corporations

I watched “Miracle on 34th Street” three times over the weekend. I love the film, not because it’s a Christmas classic, but because it is, to my mind, one of the great social statements on American culture. more

by Scott Brinton | 12/23/10

Booker T. Gibson, 80, was a witness to history during the civil rights era. Now he’s a professional musician who plays at the upscale Irish Coffee Pub in East Islip. He is pictured above at home in North Merrick.

Booker T. Gibson, witness to history

Second of two parts. On Aug. 28, 1963, Booker T. Gibson made his way to the National Mall in Washington, D.C. “It was hot. In August, it was hot,” Gibson said during a recent interview, stressing the word “hot.” more

Scott Brinton | 12/7/10

Booker T. Gibson, a nearly lifelong Merrick resident, was the first African-American teacher at South Junior-Senior High School in Valley Stream. He was joined by his wife of 39 years, Frances, also a music teacher, at their North Merrick home.

Breaking racial barriers at every turn

By his own admission, Booker T. Gibson wasn’t the most athletic student at Mepham High School in Bellmore in the 1940s, so becoming popular at a school that placed a high value on success in sports –– in particular, in wrestling –– was no easy feat. But, man, could Gibson play boogie-woogie piano, and at the time this highly rhythmic style of the blues ruled the airwaves. more

Scott Brinton | 11/30/10

Events on Long Island

Exhibits and more... Acquired Riches: Highlights From The Hofstra University Museum CollectionAn exhibit celebrating Hofstra University's 75th anniversary, highlights the artists, genres, and … more

11/3/10

Long Island American Water held a ribbon-cutting ceremony last week for the opening of its new iron-removal plant in Malverne. From left were LIAW Director of Operations Richard Kern; Senior Construction Inspector Vincent Zito; Dustin Downing, assistant operations manager for the Layne Christensen Company; Malverne Mayor Patty McDonald; LIAW President William Varley; Hempstead Town Councilwoman Dorothy Goosby; and Patricia Acampora, commissioner of the New York State Public Service Commission.

Cleaner water for Nassau County

Long Island American Water opened its newest iron-removal plant in Malverne on Oct. 28, marking the occasion by inviting local elected officials and representatives of the New York State Public … more

Lee Landor | 11/3/10

Events on Long Island

Exhibits and more... Acquired Riches: Highlights From The Hofstra University Museum CollectionThis exhibition, celebrating Hofstra University's 75th anniversary, highlights the artists, genres, … more

10/27/10

Events on Long Island

Exhibits and more... Acquired Riches: Highlights From The Hofstra University Museum CollectionThis exhibition, celebrating Hofstra University's 75th anniversary, highlights the artists, genres, … more

10/20/10