Monday, May 19, 2025
Voters in Lynbrook and East Rockaway will head to the polls on May 20 to elect school board trustees and vote on district budgets. With two open seats in each district and no contested races, four candidates—two incumbents and two newcomers—are outlining visions that emphasize student support, budget transparency, and balanced curriculum approaches.
Businesses across Lynbrook and Long Island are facing mounting pressure as the latest wave of import tariffs, largely targeting goods from China and other countries, forces local owners to raise prices, scale back spending, and reconsider long-term plans. From food imports to electronics and seasonal goods, companies are warning that the real cost of tariffs is being passed directly to U.S. consumers and workers.
At East Rockaway Junior-Senior High School, art teachers Kelly Cabasso and Kristie Galante aren’t just educators — they’re creative collaborators whose shared passion for personal and professional artistry fuels both their classrooms and their own evolving practices. With over a decade of teaching together, the duo brings a dynamic blend of photography, painting, and inspiration to their students and to the local art community.
The Lynbrook girls’ lacrosse team is trying to break a 10-year absence from Adelphi. Off to a flying 10-3 start, bolstered by a formidable offense, coach Joe LaBarbera is aiming to get to the Nassau County final …
Whether you're in the mood for live theater, outdoor shopping, or staying informed on local issues, there's something for everyone happening around town. Here are three events coming up this week:
Voters in Lynbrook and East Rockaway will head to the polls on May 20 to elect school board trustees and vote on district budgets. With two open seats in each district and no contested races, four candidates—two incumbents and two newcomers—are outlining visions that emphasize student support, budget transparency, and balanced curriculum approaches.
Businesses across Lynbrook and Long Island are facing mounting pressure as the latest wave of import tariffs, largely targeting goods from China and other countries, forces local owners to raise prices, scale back spending, and reconsider long-term plans. From food imports to electronics and seasonal goods, companies are warning that the real cost of tariffs is being passed directly to U.S. consumers and workers.
At East Rockaway Junior-Senior High School, art teachers Kelly Cabasso and Kristie Galante aren’t just educators — they’re creative collaborators whose shared passion for personal and professional artistry fuels both their classrooms and their own evolving practices. With over a decade of teaching together, the duo brings a dynamic blend of photography, painting, and inspiration to their students and to the local art community.
The Lynbrook girls’ lacrosse team is trying to break a 10-year absence from Adelphi. Off to a flying 10-3 start, bolstered by a formidable offense, coach Joe LaBarbera is aiming to get to the Nassau County final …
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