One hundred years have now passed since the original Equal Rights Amendment was first introduced on the federal level. On Nov. 5, we New Yorkers will decide whether to modernize our own state Constitution. Currently, that Constitution protects only against racial and religious discrimination. It does not prohibit discrimination against groups that have been historically targeted, including those with disabilities, LGBTQ people, women and immigrants. This measure lands on the ballot after legislation to push it forward passed both houses of the State Legislature in two successive terms. more

So how did we get to this point? This isn’t an exercise in placing blame. It would be impossible to assign blame when the system that allowed this situation to develop has been in place for generations. But to find solutions, we need to understand how we got here. more

Sometimes a lopsided thing is seen as a sign of perfect balance. Such was the case in a win last week for the Oceanside boys’ lacrosse team, which unloaded on league foe Uniondale 17-0 in … more

The numerous college demonstrations lately have given me a lot of mixed feelings. Having lived through the years when there were other demonstrations, I contrast how those incidents were handled with the present ones. In addition, I can’t help but feel some sadness about how our elected officials are reacting to these events. more

Hedy Page, a Holocaust survivor, visited Oceanside High School on May 1, providing students with a rare opportunity to come face-to-face with living history. Page, 94, of Long Beach, shared her … more

As Oceanside Valedictorian Julian Piedrahita and Salutatorian Justin Connolly gear up for graduation, they preparing to bid farewell to their alma mater and embark on new adventures in higher … more

Island Park Little League welcomed the community to its annual opening day parade on May 4th, marking the official start of the baseball season in Island Park. A beloved tradition among … more

Island Park is preparing to immerse itself in a springtime celebration as the third annual Panaghia of Island Park Greek Orthodox Church Spring Fest, is set to treat residents with Greek culture from … more

The data is clear: Kids spending more time online and on social media is detrimental to their mental health. more

Here’s an anniversary no one wants to celebrate: The Columbine school shooting — April 20, 1999 — just passed its 25th anniversary. Why, why, why bring up such a horrific event? Perhaps because it hasn’t stopped. more