They called it a “hidden tax” and even “highway robbery.” That’s how Long Island-based lawmakers described the impending congestion pricing system planned for New York …
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By Charles Shaw
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12/22/23
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Salisbury resident Emma Vulpi has once again shown that her heart is huge. For years, the 12-year-old girl has been using gift cards that she receives leading up to her Dec. 16 birthday to purchase …
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By Jordan Vallone
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12/22/23
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A new library more than 7,000 miles from Long Island will have new books and supplies thanks to students at Wantagh Middle School. A fundraiser on Dec. 13 raised more than $250 for the Umoja …
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12/22/23
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It was an exciting day for the Summit Lane Elementary School community in the Levittown School District as Sparky, mascot for the New York Islanders, made a visit on Dec. 12.
Each grade gathered …
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12/22/23
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Seaford's Cedar Creek Park buzzed with festive energy last Saturday as the Never Stop Running Foundation, a non-profit supporting athletic and charitable initiatives, orchestrated the spirited Catch …
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12/22/23
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A house fire occurred on Parkview Avenue in Seaford Wednesday night.
Officers responded to the fire around six in the evening. Upon arrival, first responders discovered everyone in the home left …
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12/21/23
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Seaford High School junior Emily Scimeca turned an extra credit writing assignment in class into a life lesson — and got the piece published to boot.
In October, Scimeca had a short story, …
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By Charles Shaw
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12/15/23
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Members of the Jewish community joined Chabad of Merrick-Bellmore-Wantagh at its annual menorah lighting on Dec. 7, signifying the beginning of the joyous holiday. The evening underscored the idea of …
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By Jordan Vallone
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12/15/23
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It’s not often that elementary students get to pick their classes, but a new enrichment program at Wantagh Elementary School is focused on choice. The revived initiative for third, fourth and …
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12/15/23
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Whether they were creating a soda volcano or finding out the best way to clean up oil, students at Seaford Middle School enjoyed learning about their world for the annual science fair. They presented …
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12/15/23
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