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They’re good people. They’re strong. And they’re heroes. That’s how people in New York describe volunteer firefighters, according to a survey conducted by the … more

3/29/24

We must understand what antisemitism is, and isn’t

The American Jewish Committee recently released its annual State of Antisemitism in America 2023 Report, which revealed that 63 percent of American Jews say the status of Jews in the U.S. is “less secure than a year ago” — a 22-percentage-point increase in just one year, and a 32-point increase over two years. more

By Eric Post and Bob Vecchio | 3/29/24

We need stronger enforcement of youth vaping laws

Parents, teachers and school administrators on Long Island all understand the gravity of the youth vaping epidemic. Young people are using vaping devices at alarming rates, exposing themselves to nicotine and numerous other dangerous chemicals that have adverse effects on their health. New York state must respond to this crisis by requiring greater transparency when it comes to the sale of vaping products, holding distributors accountable for illegal sales and rigorously enforcing penalties for bad actors. more

By Michaelle Solages | 3/29/24

We need regional solutions to protect our environment

While many public policies often divide us as a nation, the protection of Mother Earth unites us with a common goal as a society. As Long Islanders, especially Town of Oyster Bay residents, we cherish the surrounding environment and value the importance of clean air, waterways, locally grown food, natural resources, and amazing open space for recreation. more

By Joseph Saladino | 3/29/24

Greg Schaefer, president and chief executive officer of Better Home Health Care, leads the procession up Maple Avenue during the parade.

Photos: Rain can’t dampen Rockville Centre's spirit

Despite the downpour, hundreds of people braved the wet weather to line the streets of Rockville Centre on a soggy Saturday afternoon, marking the village’s 26th annual St. Patrick’s Day … more

By Daniel Offner | 3/27/24

Assemblywoman Michaelle Solages joins lawmakers and supporters like Assemblyman David Weprin, at left, and state Sen. Brad Hoylman-Sigal, at right, to call on her colleagues to support the Local Journalism Sustainability Act. The measure — currently included in the senate’s One House budget — would provide tax credits to local news outlets, so they can keep local reporters on the ground and covering communities.

Lawmakers, publishers rally in Albany to save local news

An advocacy group determined to save local news in New York rallied in Albany in an effort to bring more lawmakers to their cause. more

STAFF REPORT | 3/25/24

Rockville Centre is gearing up for the 2024 St. Patrick’s Day Parade, which will take place this Saturday, March 23. Armagh County bagpipers, pictured above, were one of the many sights and sounds at last year’s event.

Rockville Centre prepares for 2024 St. Patrick's Day Parade

The Village of Rockville Centre is buzzing with excitement in preparation for the annual St. Patrick’s Day Parade Saturday, March 23. Considered to be one of the largest parades on Long Island, … more

By Daniel Offner | 3/22/24

Rockville Centre Education Foundation celebrates 2024 Gala honorees

The Rockville Centre Education Foundation will host its 32nd annual fundraising gala on April 6, at Gatsby on the Ocean at Jones Beach. more

By Daniel Offner | 3/22/24

Bud Cosgrove, one of the co-founders of the Rockville Centre St. Patrick’s Day Parade, was recognized as a Parade Gran Marshal in 2011, along with his longtime friend, Joe Kelly.

RVC community pays respects to St. Patrick's Parade Co-Founder Francis ‘Bud’ Cosgrove

Francis “Bud” Cosgrove, 85, died in February but his impact on the community carries on in the heart and spirit of the annual Rockville Centre St. Patrick’s Day Parade. … more

By Daniel Offner | 3/22/24

Bart Slavin, left, president of Central Synagogue-Beth Emeth, joins Cantor Eryka Velazquez, Rabbi Michael G. Cohen, and event co-chairs Judy Schneider and Mark Masin at the dinner dance on March 16.

Central Synagogue-Beth Emeth host dinner dance to celebrate rabbi, cantor

Central Synagogue-Beth Emeth in Rockville Centre hosted a dinner dance on March 16, celebrating the official installation of Rabbi Michael G. Cohen and Cantor Eryka Velazquez as the spiritual leaders … more

By Daniel Offner | 3/22/24

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