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Let’s be sure we don’t relive some of our history

Black History Month is a chance for us to celebrate the many contributions African-Americans have made to the country. They’ve done this despite discrimination and oppression — something even Long Island, in the past, was not immune to. more

3/1/24

The Black Studies Club of Malverne High School gave performances that were more than musically impressive — they were meaningful. Their numbers explored the struggles and successes of Black Americans.

Celebrating African Americans in the Arts

It’s important to celebrate Black history year-round, but February is a special time to highlight the contributions of Black Americans to arts, culture, technology and more. This year, the … more

By Nicole Formisano | 2/23/24

Officer Angelica Caggiano, along with Sergeant Eric Finn, are from the Nassau County Police Department’s 5th precinct’s ‘Problem-Oriented Police’ unit. The unit is focused on assisting communities with non-emergency issues, like general road safety.

Get to know your local first responders

The Lakeview Civic Association hosted Council Laura Ryder, newly reelected to the Town of Hempstead board, and two Nassau County Police Department police officers at their monthly meeting last … more

By Nicole Formisano | 2/23/24

Janae Wilson recites "No Imperfections."

Malverne School District celebrates Black History Month with students' performances

The Malverne school district held its annual Black History Month celebration Feb. 8 in the Malverne Performing Arts Center of the high school. The event featured a celebration of African American … more

2/16/23

Meredyth Martini, the Malverne School District’s special ed. director, top left, read aloud a story as part of Davison Avenue Intermediate School’s Black History Month celebration.

Celebrating Black History Month at Davison Avenue Intermediate School

Meredyth Martini, the Malverne School District’s special ed. director, inspired Davison Avenue Intermediate School students with a read aloud of Chris Barton’s “What Do You Do with … more

2/25/21

Herald Inside LI will host Black History Month webinar

In honor of Black History Month, Herald Inside LI will host a webinar featuring Black leaders on Long Island on February, 25 at 9:30 a.m. Speakers will include Phil Andrews, the … more

By Nicole Alcindor | 2/24/21

Recalling injustice during Black History Month

During February, Black History Month, we celebrate the great African-American political and civil rights leaders, scientists, artists, poets, movie stars and athletes. But we must also pause to recall America's dark past . . . more

2/4/21

When it comes to diversity, we could do better

February, known nationally as Black History Month, is an appropriate time to work toward closing the opportunity gap for people of color. more

2/7/20

Let’s continue to pursue Dr. King’s dream

February marks another year of Black History Month, and it’s important for us to take note of how far America has come since black slaves were first brought to the country some 400 years ago. more

1/31/20

West Hempstead High School students gathered for its annual Black History museum on Feb. 14.

Students construct museum to recognize Black History Month at West Hempstead High School

An annual tradition at West Hempstead High School for Black History Month continued this February, when students created a museum featuring several accomplishments of African-Americans in U.S. … more

2/28/19

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