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Graffiti in parks? Blame Albany's bail reform, Councilman Christopher Carini says

Late last month, graffiti containing hate messages was found at Estella Park in Seaford. Police identified it as a criminal mischief incident — but no one has been charged yet. more

By Michael Malaszczyk | 7/2/23

Myles Schnaier, at right, the Seaford Class of 2023 salutatorian, and his sister Rachel Schnaier, organized a book drive and collected over 1,000 books for the non-profit organization Book Fairies, which is based in Freeport.

Myles and Rachel Schnaier collect 1,020 books for Book Fairies

In early June, Seaford High School students Myles Schnaier — Salutatorian of the class of 2023 — and his sister Rachel — an upcoming junior — organized a book drive and donated 1,020 books to the Book Fairies, a non-profit organization that distributes new and gently used books to under-resourced communities on Long Island. more

By Natalie DiFusco | 7/2/23

Man up? Sure, let me ask for help.

I’ve struggled with depression and anxiety my whole life. That’s not an easy thing to admit, especially publicly. But mental health awareness isn’t what it used to be, thankfully. more

By Mark Nolan | 6/29/23

Mr. Trump meets Lady Justice

The political news these days is dominated by two names, Biden and Trump. Because of his many criminal entanglements, Donald Trump wins the prize for the most coverage. But . . . more

6/29/23

Where’s Granny? Living in the backyard bin.

You may think this doesn’t have relevance for you, but you’re wrong, my friend. You may be 40 years old, running 7-minute miles and sprinting up the corporate ladder . . . more

6/29/23

Lighting up the island: A patriotic salute sets the tone for a colorful Fourth of July

The sky will be aglow for the annual spectacle that marks our Independence Day, always a rousing celebration. While the main event is Tuesday, of course, the county-wide festivities begin Saturday, with plenty of local fireworks to enjoy. more

By Karen Bloom | 6/28/23

A contentious crowd was split on whether to have the book ‘Fun Home’ removed from the school library.

Talk of removing book from the school library leads to a tense board meeting at Wantagh High School

Parents have demanded that a controversial book hitting on themes of sexual orientation and suicide be removed from the Wantagh High School library. more

By Kepherd Daniel | 6/25/23

Eric Schneider, the salutatorian of Seaford’s Class of 2019 and a Patriot Award recipient, has won a Fulbright Scholarship, and will travel to the Ivory Coast to teach English.

From 2019 salutatorian, to Seaford 9/11 Committee Patriot Award winner, to Fulbright Scholar, Eric Schneider is truly one of Seaford's finest

Eric Schneider, the salutatorian in Seaford High School’s Class of 2019, will take his young career to new heights when he travels to Africa as a Fulbright Scholar. more

By Michael Malaszczyk | 6/25/23

As the fight for public water continues, State Sen. Steve Rhoads has introduced new legislation that may help the South Nassau Water Authority obtain the necessary funding to facilitate a takeover of Liberty Utilities. Advocacy groups, such as Long Island Clean Air Water & Soil, still want the SNWA to hold a public meeting addressing the takeover.

Moving ahead with public water plans for south Nassau

Advocacy groups have been ramping up efforts for a public takeover of Liberty Utilities after the private company, which supplies water to roughly 113,000 Town of Hempstead residents, recently sought a cumulative 34.2 percent rate hike across Nassau County. more

By Jordan Vallone | 6/25/23

Seaford Harbor Elementary School first graders, from left, Jordan Smith, Peter Mangus, and Riley Falk contributed to a class book about community helpers.

Students spotlight community helpers at Seaford Harbor Elementary School

A community is filled with people who do many different jobs, and first graders at Seaford Harbor Elementary School recently explored these vital roles on their way to publishing a book. more

By Michael Malaszczyk | 6/25/23

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