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Seaford Superintendent Adele Pecora at the start of her second year overseeing the district. She said that technology would be a critical component in enhancing learning across all grades.

Schools head Pecora exudes 'Seaford Pride'

Seaford Schools Superintendent Dr. Adele Pecora may be from Massapequa, but she projects Seaford Pride. A thoroughgoing professional with nearly 30 years of experience, she has only the highest praise for the district and the community and communicates a determination to do well by both. more

By Timothy Denton | 1/18/38

The Rev. Seth Awo Doku, pastor of Wantagh’s St. Frances de Chantal Catholic Church, gave communion at the 7 a.m. Mass on June 29.

Churches back on schedule; numbers limited

Under the state’s Phase 2 reopening guidelines, which went into effect on June 7, churches, mosques and synagogues again opened to congregants, allowing up to 25 percent of their buildings' capacities, as assessed by county fire marshals. more

By Timothy Denton | 7/9/20

Hofstra University officials have moved the Thomas Jefferson statue from its original location in front of the student center to an academic building across the street.

Hofstra moves Jefferson statue amid outcries

By Visvajit Sriramrajan A statue of Thomas Jefferson, which has stood in front of Hofstra University’s David S. Mack Student Center for more than 20 years, has been relocated to Emily Lowe … more

7/7/20

Thousands marched down Wantagh Ave. for the Back the Blue Support Law Enforcement rally. Residents lined the streets cheering and clapping as police and marchers walked by. (Lots of chants of "back the blue" "USA" people yelling to police "We appreciate you" "Thank you")

More than 1,000 march in Wantagh in support of police

On July 5, more than 1,000 people gathered at Wantagh High School to show their support for law enforcement officials as part of the Blue Lives Matter movement. more

By JD Freda | 7/7/20

Nassau County Executive Laura Curran announced on Monday the reopening of county batting cages and 60 athletic fields as well as the resumption of moderate-risk sports like baseball, softball and non-contact lacrosse.

Nassau County reopens 60 athletic fields

Young athletes were busy at Cedar Creek Park, in Seaford, on Monday for the start of Express Lacrosse’s youth training clinic. During their practice, Nassau County Executive Laura Curran … more

By Brian Stieglitz | 7/6/20

L.I. preps for Phase Four reopening Wednesday

Long Island is set to begin Phase Four reopening of the economy on July 8, including universities and colleges. As of press time Monday, however, Governor Cuomo said there was no word yet whether the … more

By Scott Brinton | 7/6/20

Seaford, Wantagh open under state's Phase 4

More businesses in Seaford and Wantagh opened up under the state's Phase 4 rules this week, but the fanfare was somewhat muted, since the hamlets have few of the businesses most likely to benefit. more

By Scott Brinton and Timothy Denton | 7/6/20

Ryan Clifford, 23, of Seaford set off from Montauk Point on Monday in an attempt to run to the Brooklyn Bridge to raise money for the John Theissen Children’s Foundation.

Running the length of L.I. for charity

Many people will woke up and go for a jog outside on Monday. Some will jog a mile — maybe a few. For the hardcore runners, maybe five or 10. Ryan Clifford, a graduate assistant cross country … more

By J.D. Freda | 7/2/20

Tiz The Law crossed the finish line first at the Belmont Stakes on June 20, becoming the first New York-bred horse to win since 1882.

Belmont Stakes go on — despite pandemic

The Belmont Stakes looked a little different to fans and the larger horseracing community this year, as industry officials had to alter their operations due to the ongoing novel coronavirus … more

By Visvajit Sriramrajan | 7/1/20

Legislature helps restore Autism programs at Nassau C.C.

The unique Achilles and ASPIRES programs at Nassau Community College, designed to assist students with Autism, will be restored for the 2020-2021 academic year after the Nassau County Legislature voted unanimously June 29 to approve the college’s budget. more

By Tony Bellissimo | 6/30/20

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