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Like everyone in our community and all right-minded people in the world, I am horrified by the heinous terrorist attacks that occurred in Israel beginning last weekend. more

By Howard Bressler | 10/12/23

What happened in the House will damage Congress

The removal of Kevin McCarthy as speaker of the House of Representatives, led by perennial malcontent Matt Gaetz, was disgraceful, and will have lasting negative implications for Congress and the nation. more

10/12/23

Surviving, and thriving, after breast cancer

Twenty years ago, I became one of the more than 4 million women in America who are breast cancer survivors. more

By Siela Bynoe | 10/12/23

The aftermath of the demise of Affirmative Action

On June 29, the U.S. Supreme Court struck down affirmative action in college admissions, stating that race cannot be a consideration and ordering institutions of higher learning . . . more

By George Santos | 10/12/23

Monet’s masterpieces come to life through projection technology that uses over four trillion content pixels in the multi-dimensional projections.

Monet's marvels: Go inside the paintings

Immersive art experiences continue to shake up traditional perceptions of “art.” Now Claude Monet, the beloved transformational Impressionist, gets the Van Gogh treatment (which has enticed visitors in various forms since 2021). more

By Karen Bloom | 10/11/23

Kathy Buchsbaum, Assistant Director, Renee Baez, Head of Youth Services, Robyn Gilloon, Library Director

How can you make a difference in your community? Try your local library!

Libraries remain the hub of their communities, and one way they are serving neighbors is by coordinating efforts to help those in need. As part of the Great Give Back — a community service … more

By Mark Nolan | 10/6/23

Gerry Ferretti with cofounders of the Breakfast Club, Stephanie Carlino and Valentina Janek. Ferretti wrote, directed, and costarred in “The Fontanas.”

What were they talking about during this West Hempstead podcast?

“The Fontanas” is a relatable family dramedy — especially if your family involves hidden mafia ties, earth-shattering secrets, and a quest to learn about your deceased … more

By Nicole Formisano | 10/6/23

Why were these amazing teens honored?

Girl Scouts of Nassau County recently celebrated 55 local Girl Scouts who are members of the 2023 Girl Scout Gold Award class who made a sustainable impact, addressing causes they care about in their … more

10/6/23

The Nassau County Girl Scouts honored several teens with the Gold Award.

Anna Nealon of Malverne earns Gold Award

Girl Scouts of Nassau County recently celebrated 55 local Girl Scouts who are members of the 2023 Girl Scout Gold Award class who made a sustainable impact, addressing causes they care about in their … more

10/6/23

5: During halftime, West Hempstead Secondary School honored members of the 1973 Rams varsity football team, who won the program’s first Nassau County championship.

West Hempstead celebrates 1973 champions

West Hempstead school district celebrated homecoming Saturday, Sept. 30 with a halftime ceremony honoring the 1973 Rams varsity football team, which won the school’s first Nassau County … more

10/6/23