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The Town of Oyster Bay will hold a meeting on Aug. 13 to consider establishing a six-month moratorium on shellfish harvesting in Oyster Bay and Cold Spring Harbor.

Town calls for public hearing on shellfish

Saying that the town’s focus is to preserve and protect its marine environment, the Oyster Bay Town Board acted on two measures at its July 23 meeting. First, it called for a public … more

By Mike Polansky | 7/26/24

The Sparrows, a performing arts group made up of Locust Valley High School alumni and fellow musicians, have appeared everywhere from Old Westbury Gardens to jazz bars in New York City.

The Sparrows mix music and acting for classic fun

The Sparrows, a performing arts group based in Locust Valley, have quickly gained a reputation for their original and engaging musicals. Founded by Brooke Di Spirito, the group has its roots in the … more

By Will Sheeline | 7/26/24

Larry Amoroso was among the 70-plus riders to take part in the Nassau County Bicycle Challenge, a children’s charity event hosted by the North Shore Kiwanis Club on June 30.

Kiwanis bike challenge aids children’s charities

Eddie Giron last rode the Nassau County Bicycle Challenge, which winds through Sea Cliff, Glen Cove, Bayville, Oyster Bay, Glen Head, and Locust Valley, in 2015. He was new to cycling and nervous. … more

Scott Brinton | 7/26/24

For over a decade, spotted lanternflies have been spreading across the Northeast, potentially disrupting native flora and fauna species.

Spotted lanternflies spotted across Long Island

There is a new resident species on Long Island, and it might be making itself at home in backyards across the region. Since 2020, New York State has identified spotted lanternflies throughout the … more

By Jenna Stanco | 7/26/24

Richard Todd Adams and Rita Harvy dazzled the crowd with their heartfelt performances.

Broadway classics captivates park crowd

Music lovers settled into chairs and blankets at Morgan Memorial Park on July 21 for the 65th anniversary of the Morgan Park Summer Music Festival. The crowd heard “100 Years of … more

7/26/24

These Olympics, let’s remember to champion all athletes

But for me, the epitome of athleticism didn’t come in the form of an epic home run or, in Brady’s case, so many game-winning touchdowns. For me it was the whoosh of a soccer ball hitting the net at the back of the goal. more

By Jordan Vallone | 7/26/24

Congestion pricing may be paused, but the fight continues

There is no doubt that the MTA is a vital resource for New Yorkers, but the dereliction of duty by the agency’s leadership has led to staggering budget deficits and wasteful spending, to the point where it now costs the MTA roughly $3 billion a year just to service its enormous debt. more

By Anthony D'Esposito | 7/26/24

We are not a nation of one religion

While I don’t go to church too often anymore, I still have a special place in my heart for the magic, the importance and the splendor of religion, especially Christianity. The history of religion is one of the highest of highs and the lowest of lows, and led to some of the most phenomenal art, literature and philosophy that humanity has ever produced. more

By Will Sheeline | 7/26/24

Face mask bill must strike a delicate balance

Amid ongoing debates about public safety and individual rights, the Nassau County Legislature is poised to make a significant decision that could have an impact on both. more

7/26/24

Should we be forgiving student loan debt?

When I hear talk of student loan forgiveness, I immediately think of the wise advice that if it sounds too good to be true, it probably is. Why should the government forgive college loans? Loan forgiveness is only a temporary solution to the costs of higher education. If loans are funded by the government, they are not forgiven, they don’t go away — taxpayers assume the debt. more

By Ed Fare | 7/26/24

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