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The problems with bumper-sticker governance

Bumper-sticker slogans and politics have always been inseparable, like peanut butter and jelly. Throughout the history of campaigning, politicians have employed succinct, often widely known but ambiguous sayings to seek the approval of prospective voters. But these slogans’ recent transition from catchy phrases to foundational theories of governmental policy has had negative consequences, particularly in New York. more

By Brian Curran | 3/1/24

Check your Medicare statement carefully

If a poll were to be taken, I would have to be the last person on this planet who thinks that government is a perfect institution. I respect the FBI and the CIA, and I even trust the IRS. As a senior citizen, I have always considered Medicare one of the finest agencies we have, but some new facts have emerged that have convinced me that it is a sloppy and careless government behemoth. more

By Jerry Kremer | 3/1/24

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

Writing climate change into the K-12 curriculum

We are living in the midst of a climate emergency, with the expectation that conditions will significantly worsen in the near future. In January, NASA and the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration confirmed that 2023 was the hottest year ever recorded. In New York state, climate change is impacting the environment, society and the economy as extreme weather events increase in frequency and intensity. Floods are more frequent, and the growing season for crops is changing. Climate disasters have cost the northeastern United States over $80 billion since 1980. more

By Alan Singer | 3/1/24

At our schools, they’re cutting to the bone

My wife and I know a successful young couple who live in a spacious Manhattan apartment. They have lots of dining and entertainment options, a doorman and great views of a park. Best of all, they roll out of bed, hop on a subway and they’re at the office in a matter of minutes. They’ve got it made, yet everyone’s debating how long it will be before they move to Long Island. more

By Jack Martins | 3/1/24

Dr. Devendra Brahmbhatt, a vascular surgeon and the wound center’s medical director, and podiatrist Dr. Mary Ann Bilotti welcome patient Lennox Logan after his post-hyperbaric wound treatment.

How Long Island Jewish Valley Stream Hospital's Hyperbaric Center rescued this diabetic's leg

Lennox Logan has stared down mortal danger before. On the morning of Sept. 11, 2001, a hijacked jetliner barreled into the south tower of the World Trade Center about six floors above where Logan … more

By Juan Lasso | 2/29/24

The resignation of Fabayo McIntosh, far right, as assistant superintendent for curriculum and instruction, has sparked a contentious search to replace her.

Here's why there’s still no curriculum chief at Valley Stream District 13

Valley Stream District 13 is still without an assistant superintendent for curriculum and instruction following the abrupt Dec. 19 resignation of Fabayo McIntosh. But picking her replacement, or … more

By Juan Lasso | 2/23/24

Danielle Williams was initially hesitant to take on the role of district director of alternative programs if it meant giving up working hands-on with students.

This alternative education pioneer is named a Nassau top educator

Acute learning challenges, ranging from a difficult home life to homelessness, are among the reasons why, in any given year, a minority of students in the Valley Stream Central High School District … more

By Juan Lasso | 2/23/24

Steve Breslow recently showcased over three dozen prints and drawings at an exhibit titled “Recent Prints and Drawings” at the Hewlett-Woodmere Public Library.

Exploring Steve Breslow’s enigmatic art

Longtime former Valley Stream resident and artist Steve Breslow showed off 41 of his pieces at the Hewlett-Woodmere Public Library earlier this year. The exhibit, aptly titled “Recent Prints … more

By Juan Lasso | 2/23/24

Michael Beharry, 14, and Braden Benodi, 13, let their creative juices flow on the canvas at the Central-Memorial Parent-Teacher Association Paint Party.

Valley Stream Central PTSA Paint Party colors away

The Central-Memorial Parent-Teacher Association Paint Party proved to be a vibrant success, bringing families together for an evening of creativity and community support on Feb 2. Held at the Merrick … more

By Juan Lasso | 2/23/24

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