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Former State Sen. Dean Skelos, son head back to court in retrial
Dean Skelos, the former Rockville Centre politico who rose to become speaker of the State Senate, and his son, Adam, are scheduled to return to federal court on June 18 to face charges that Dean …
Board of Regents could force schools to up standardized test participation
Over half of Rockville Centre students in grades three to eight did not take the standardized English Language Arts and math tests this year, and the state Board of Regents are considering a crack …
Covert Elementary School showcases social and emotional learning
$100 million donation spurs nationwide expansion of Sanford Harmony
Meryl Goodman asked a room of second-graders at William S. Covert Elementary School on June 6 to share ways that classmates can work together. “Include everyone,” said Mara Davidson. “Fabulous,” Goodman answered, prompting another student with her eyes.
Despite running unopposed, Kathy Baxley making voters aware of village election
Deputy mayor primed for second year in role
Though Rockville Centre Deputy Mayor Kathy Baxley is running unopposed in a village special election on June 19, she bought 100 lawn signs as part of what she called a “voter awareness campaign.”
Vision Long Island awards Rockville Centre for ‘Sense of Place’
The Village of Rockville Centre was awarded on June 8 for its ability to attract people to live, work and play. The accolade, titled “Sense of Place,” was given by nonprofit organization Vision …
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South Side High School graduates return for Alumni Concert
Former Rockville Centre high-schoolers showcased their musical talents at an Alumni Concert held at South Side Middle School on June 11. Each year, the Rockville Centre Sponsors of the Arts hosts …
Rockville Centre Youth Council unmasks substance abuse
Hundreds of masks made by a dozen organizations were on display at the Rockville Centre Youth Council’s event, where their incoming officers were also inducted for next year. In partnership with …
Former Rockville Centre tennis player has standout freshman season
Former Rockville Centre resident Claire Handa, a freshman at the University of Chicago, was named Female Rookie of the Year for her standout tennis season. Handa, the top singles player at Friends …
Rockville Centre event keeps Jillian Daly’s memory alive
Another successful fundraiser for the Jillian E. Daly Foundation was held last weekend at Kasey’s Kitchen and Cocktails, where the community raised thousands of dollars for autoimmune disease …
Long Beach beams with Pride
“Everyone is really excited for this,” said Joseph Carrasco, a sophomore at Long Beach High School and member of the school’s Gay Straight Alliance, as he marched and shouted “Long Beach …
Rockville Centre Education Foundation to fund hands-on learning
A donation of nearly $68,000 from the Rockville Centre Education Foundation is set to fund more than a dozen initiatives in the village’s seven schools in the coming year that are designed to enrich students’ learning experience.
Rockville Centre-raised artist goes solo as band mate recovers
The solo career of Secret Weapons band member Daniel Rocco has gained steam in recent months, after his music partner, Gerard Lange, was diagnosed with Lyme disease last year. The South Side High …
Rockville Centre firefighting runs in the Cook family
Serving the village for 64 years, the family of Rockville Centre Fire Chief Brian Cook is now on its third generation of firefighting. Cook’s son, Johnny, 18, became a probationary firefighter …
Nearby things to do this week in Rockville Centre
Life for Gina The Life for Gina Foundation is holding its 9th annual Gina Giallombardo Benefit for Life Fundraiser is taking place at Radigan’s — 1094 Long Beach Road in South Hempstead — on …