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Coronavirus cases climbing in hospital
Though it could take many months for Covid-19 vaccines to reach a majority of the population, a number of physicians remain optimistic about the progress made so far.
Barrett plant in Island Park key to offshore wind farm
In his Jan. 13 State of the State address, Gov. Andrew Cuomo outlined a $26 billion green-energy plan to increase solar and wind projects, including two offshore wind farms, one of which is slated to connect to the E.F. Barrett Generation Station in Island Park.
Two arrested in Oceanside on alleged gun, stolen credit card charges
Two people were arrested by Nassau County police on Tuesday after a loaded gun was found in their car following a routine traffic stop at 5 p.m.
Retired nurses from Mount Sinai South Nassau in Oceanside return to administer Covid-19 vaccines
Several nurses who worked at Mount Sinai South Nassau at the height of the coronavirus pandemic and retired in recent months have volunteered to inoculate hospital staff members and first responders there.
Founders of Oceanside senior league to be honored by United States Tennis Association
In 2018, the Oceanside 65-and-over mixed doubles tennis league had 38 members and played eight matches. In 2019, it grew to 42 members and 11 matches. And in 2020, a year of lockdowns and self-isolation, the league swelled to 55 members and conducted 25 matches. Given the mental effects of the pandemic, the league’s growth has been helpful to many older people looking to get out.
Three generations of Oceanside Fire Department members get vaccinated at MSSN
Three generations of first responders from the Oceanside Fire Department received their Covid-19 vaccines at Mount Sinai South Nassau hospital on Jan. 12.
Island Park receives more than $30K in CARES Act funds
The Village of Island Park will receive a relief grant of more than $30,600 to help reimburse unexpected expenses that were brought on by the coronavirus pandemic.
Two Bay Constables honored for saving a man in Point Lookout
Two Hempstead Town Bay Constables were honored Tuesday for their quick action in saving the life of a man who fell into frigid waters while duck hunting near the Curtis E. Fisher West Marina in Point …
Stop & Shop in Oceanside offering online ordering, pickup amid pandemic
Stop & Shop continues to provide Long Island residents with faster and more convenient ways to shop, announcing a new pickup location in Oceanside at 465 Atlantic Ave. Shoppers will be able to …
Island Park businessman promotes character brunches in Jericho to provide entertainment amid virus
With many residents stuck indoors and having to social distance during the coronavirus pandemic, an Island Park businessman has launched character brunches for children and families.
Op-Ed
Let the healing begin
On March 4, 1861, President-elect Abraham Lincoln stood on the East Portico of the U.S. Capitol to take the oath of office and deliver his first inaugural address. Seven southern states had already . . .
Randi Kreiss
Fear hovered over Biden inauguration week
As I write this, after the mob attack on the Capitol and before this week’s Presidential Inauguration, like many of you, I don’t know what to believe.
Jerry Kremer
What we do right now will echo in history
America is in a state of shock in the wake of the assault on the U.S. Capitol, a second impeachment of President Trump and months of denial of the validity of November’s election. We have a new president . . .