Long Beach school district responds to state audit
The Long Beach School District responded to a state audit raising concerns about surplus funds and budgeting transparency, defending its financial practices.
Hispanic Heritage Month will begin in Long Beach with a sky full of color
Each year, the United States celebrates National Hispanic Heritage Month. Half of September and half of October are dedicated to recognizing the rich histories, diverse cultures and notable …
Michelle O’Neill volleyball packs the Long Beach sand
The 28th annual Michelle O’Neill Volleyball Tournament returned to Long Beach on Sept. 7 at Laurelton Boulevard beach, one of the city’s most popular events. The tournament has …
Long Beach surfing has found its new king and queen
The City of Long Beach, in cooperation with Skudin Surf, hosted the annual King and Queen of the Beach kids surf contest over the weekend. The contest, which is in memory of Daniel Bobis and Brian …
VFW Post 1384 Suicide Awareness Walk returns
Join the 2nd annual Veterans Suicide Awareness Walk in Long Beach, raising funds and awareness for VFW mental health programs supporting veterans and their families.
23 years later, but remembered all the same
Community members gathered with local officials on the 23rd anniversary of Sept. 11 Wednesday. The beach at Town Park in Lido Beach was packed, and speakers, songs and moments of silence all added to …
Remembering the 343 brave firefighters who gave their lives
Michael V. Kiefer was a New York City firefighter, assigned to Ladder 132, who loved helping others. He was also a Long Beach Lifeguard and community member who loved life, Long Beach and the ocean. …
Long Beach City Council debates proposed ordinance
The Long Beach City Council discussed a proposed ordinance to regulate short-term rentals like Airbnb, potentially banning rentals under 28 days with hefty penalties.
These Long Beach rockers were the stars at Bright Eye Beer Co.
Deez Guyzz, a Long Beach band, isn’t your typical musical group. Sure, they play instruments, perform at gigs and rock out, but that’s basically where the similarities end. The band …
Get ready to learn Long Beach, school is now in session
Move over summer, school is back in session! Long Beach students returned to the classroom Wednesday, filling up each of the elementary schools, the middle school and the high school. Students …
Columnist
The world must continue to hear us
Sept. 11, 2001, was the most tragic day in American history. It was also our finest hour, a demonstration of our nation’s courage, resilience and undying spirit.
Columnist
Some hits and some errors, but no game-changers — yet
Less than two months before Election Day, it’s anybody’s guess as to who will win the big prize. By the time this reaches print, the two major presidential candidates will have had their debate, which by itself may decide who has earned the label of frontrunner. But there are a few factors that could be deal breakers for former President Donald Trump or Vice President Kamala Harris.
Editorial
Let’s shake on prioritizing sportsmanship
The return of fall scholastic sports on Long Island is the first opportunity of the new school year to remind athletes, coaches, parents and the fans in the stands of the importance of sportsmanship.
Columnist
Your lawn may be killing you — and many other creatures
Glyphosate, the active ingredient in Roundup, is listed by the World Health Organization as a probable carcinogen. Pesticides like this one are being applied with abandon on Long Island’s lawns, endangering the Island’s only aquifer while threatening the health of its human residents as well as the birds, bees and household pets that share our biosphere.