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Wantagh High School seniors Victoria Ferraro and Ethan Chen have been named the class of 2026 valedictorian and salutatorian, recognized for their academic excellence, leadership and dedication in and out of the classroom.
High achievers are WHS’s top two seniors
A strong work ethic and a commitment to academic excellence have paid huge dividends for Wantagh High School seniors Victoria Ferraro and Ethan Chen, who have been named the class of 2026’s valedictorian and salutatorian, respectively. more
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A Day for Hailey fundraiser set for Nov. 22
Community members are invited to gather in support of 4-year-old Hailey Grace McCormack, a Seaford girl living with a rare genetic disorder, during a special fundraiser on Saturday, Nov. 22, at Mulcahy’s Pub and Concert Hall. more
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Marannyic Gonzalez and Perla Velasguez at the fall festival in Wantagh.
Wantagh Chamber brings fall fun downtown
The Wantagh Chamber of Commerce hosted its annual Fall Festival on Oct. 19, drawing families and neighbors to Railroad Avenue and Grove Street for a day of seasonal fun. more
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John Theissen, left, Founder and Exec Director of the Children’s Foundation & the Freaky 5K run, with second place winner Grace Bartosh and first place winner Samatha McManus.
Freaky 5K brings spooky fun and Halloween spirit
Runners and walkers filled Wantagh streets for the John Theissen Children’s Foundation’s annual Freaky 5K on Oct. 26. The event, which started and ended in the Town of Hempstead … more
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Seaford High School graduate Ella Simone was awarded a Vivian and Tony Gentile Employee Scholarship at Adventureland’s Helping Hands Foundation V.I.P. Night, which raised $400,000 to support Long Island students and nonprofits.
Seaford graduate earns Adventureland Helping Hands scholarship
A Seaford High School graduate was among the students honored with a scholarship at Adventureland’s Helping Hands Foundation’s annual Friends and Family V.I.P. Night last month. more
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The Wantagh Daughters of the American Revolution and the Wantagh Preservation Society hosted a Sept. 20 ceremony at the Wantagh Museum, unveiling a banner commemorating the nation’s upcoming 250th anniversary.
Wantagh museum, DAR honor America's 250th anniversary
To honor the heroes who helped found the nation, the Jerusalem Chapter of the Daughters of the American Revolution hung a banner at the Wantagh Museum on Sept. 20 — a year before America celebrates its 250th anniversary. more
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Jessica Ryan joins the Wantagh district as supervisor of elementary STEM, bringing 18 years of classroom experience and a doctorate in educational leadership to support teachers and foster student growth.
Wantagh schools add new leaders to expand STEM programs
The Wantagh School District has added two new administrators to help expand its growing STEM programs, bringing extensive classroom and leadership experience to the community. more
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Cyclists race along the closed Wantagh Parkway during the 56-mile bike leg of the IRONMAN 70.3 triathlon at Jones Beach State Park on Sept. 20.
Athletes tackle IRONMAN 70.3 triathlon at Jones Beach
The IRONMAN 70.3 triathlon brought athletes from across the country to Jones Beach State Park on Sept. 20 for the third year in a row. more
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Meredith and Owen Fitzpatrick, 18 months, of Wantagh, watch as Joe Gibbons of Tara Pipes & Drums of Massapequa plays the bagpipes during the Irish Festival at Wantagh Park.
Nassau County Feis brings Irish festival to Wantagh Park
The sounds of bagpipes, Irish step dancing, and traditional music filled Wantagh Park on Sept. 21 as the 53rd annual Nassau County Feis & Irish Festival drew hundreds of attendees. more
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Nassau County Executive Bruce Blakeman's $4.2 billion budget passed in the legislature, despite Democrats' concerns that the plan relies to heavily on the county's reserves.
Nassau County Legislature adopts 2025 budget
The Nassau County Legislature has approved County Executive Bruce Blakeman’s proposed $4.2 billion budget for 2025, voting along party lines. more
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