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Sam Pinto, who was at the forefront of the fight for school funding, has been a trustee since 2018.

Voters pass 2024-25 city school district budget

Residents approved Long Beach school district’s $155.9M 2024-25 budget, re-elected Pinto and Pace, and passed infrastructure and financial management propositions. more

By Angelina Zingariello | 5/24/24

The much-anticipated ribbon cutting for Pacific Park saw a massive turnout Saturday, with excited and happy faces all around.

Community celebrates Pacific Park’s reopening

Pacific Park Playground in Long Beach reopens with new amenities and safety features, celebrated with a family-friendly event funded by a state grant. more

By Angelina Zingariello | 5/24/24

Lindell Elementary School is one of the three designated locations for voting next Tuesday.

2024-25 budget and capital plans for Long Beach schools ready for vote

The Long Beach Board of Education finalized its $155.9M 2024-25 budget, including key initiatives and infrastructure improvements. Vote is on May 21 at local schools. more

By Angelina Zingariello | 5/17/24

Valley Stream village dignitaries joined Long Island Jewish Valley Stream Hospital leaders and staff members to celebrate the $12.5 million renovation of the front entrance and lobby of the facility.

What's included in Long Island Jewish Valley Stream Hopsital's 12.5M front renovations

Discover what's included in the 12.5 million dollar renovations to the front entrance and lobby of Long Island Jewish Valley Stream Hospital. more

By Juan Lasso | 4/19/24

Browne's family has been living in Long Beach since 1924.

Meet the new L.B. Historical Society president

Jeanne Browne, 75, a Long Beach native with a lifelong connection to the community, has an eye for history. Browne wanted to spread that passion and interest among other residents, and assumed … more

By Angelina Zingariello | 12/1/23

Baldwinite Mariel DePalma took the role of head of teen services on Jan. 1, aiming to get more teens involved in making choices at the library.

Library, a new home for teens

The Baldwin Public Library has been revamping its teenage section after Baldwinite Mariel DePalma, 31, became head of teen services Jan. 1. Renovations began in the Teen Zone Jan. 27, including … more

By Karina Kovac | 2/4/22

Renovate or tear down?

Q. I just bought a house that needs a lot of attention. It has little if any insulation, a sagging first floor, cloth-covered wiring with only a few three-pronged outlets that I doubt are grounded, and water stains in the ceilings. I’m thinking . . . more

By Monte Leeper | 5/15/21

Renovate or tear down?

Q. I just bought a house that needs a lot of attention. It has little if any insulation, a sagging first floor, cloth-covered wiring with only a few three-pronged outlets that I doubt are grounded, and water stains in the ceilings. more

By Monte Leeper | 5/16/20

Schools Superintendent Dr. Shari Camhi presented the plans for Innovation 2020 at a Jan. 8 school board meeting at Plaza Elementary School.

Baldwin School District counts down to bond vote

Baldwin School District officials recently mapped out the financial forecast of Innovation 2020, a multi-year capital improvement plan that, if approved by residents, would be funded by a $158 … more

By Bridget Downes | 1/16/20

New canopies now protect the doors leading to the athletic fields at Lincoln Orens Middle School, above.

Construction, building upgrades complete at Island Park Public Schools

Island Park Public Schools saw big changes this summer, from major building renovations to teacher training for new curricula. more

By Briana Bonfiglio | 9/5/19