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Let’s honor our veterans by supporting them at home

In the tapestry of our nation’s history, veterans stand as the threads of bravery, courage and unity that weave together the fabric of our freedom. We expressed our gratitude for their sacrifices earlier this month . . . more

By Ed Ra | 11/24/23

In a historic first for Valley Stream schools, students will receive a guaranteed free breakfast and hot lunch at no cost to families for four years through a federal subsidy.

Four years of free meals for all Valley Stream schools, explained

At the height of the coronavirus pandemic, students in public schools across the state, including Valley Stream, received breakfasts and hot lunches at no charge, but the pandemic emergency benefit … more

By Juan Lasso | 11/17/23

A war overseas, yet close to home

The war in Israel is one that I have clear opinions about, and one that has affected my personal life. Yet at this time, when expressing thoughts is more important than ever, I find doing so more difficult than ever. more

By Ilana Greenberg | 11/9/23

The Viking cheerleaders kept the crowd’s energy high during halftime.

North Shore School District holds long-awaited Homecoming

North Shore School District’s 2023 Homecoming Celebration, held on a picturesque day following its rescheduling, was a resounding success that brought together a diverse crowd of Vikings, from … more

By Will Sheeline | 11/3/23

Summer Butindari, right, co-owner of Tre Sorelle, helped raise money for the fundraiser by selling pizzas with the help of her "main pie man" Alvaro Panameno.

North Shore pizzerias help fundraise for families affected by Farmingdale bus tragedy

Anthony Laurino, owner of Phil’s Pizzeria in Syosset, dropped his son Francesco Laurino off at Farmingdale High School on Sept. 21 for a trip to a band camp in Pennsylvania. While his son was … more

By NICOLE WAGNER & WILL SHEELINE | 11/3/23

Melissa Argaman, the new principal at Oyster Bay High School, has been working for the district since 2021.

Familiar face takes on the role of principal at Oyster Bay High School

Oyster Bay High School Principal Melissa Argaman has a passion for education that extends to all students. Before becoming the new principal on Sept. 7 — after Sharon Lasher officially retired … more

By Laura Lane | 11/3/23

Long Beach’s 2024 valedictorian and salutatorian — and good friends — Troy DeFrancesco and Samuel Adler.

Meet Long Beach High School's top two students

Troy DeFrancesco and Samuel Adler are friends. They’re on the Long Beach High School winter track team and the math team. They’re also in the National Honor Society together. Now, … more

By Brendan Carpenter | 11/3/23

Valley Stream South students got a rare treat, having their questions about space answered by astronaut Andreas Mogensen live from the International Space Station.

Valley Stream South High School sends questions to space

Valley Stream South High students launched their questions from Earth and heard the answers from astronauts on the International Space Station. Last month, Valley Stream South High School teamed … more

By Angelina Zingariello | 11/3/23

A look at the questions Valley Stream South students sent to the International Space Station

Valley Stream South High students launched their questions from Earth and heard the answers from astronauts on the International Space Station. Last month, Valley Stream South High School teamed … more

By Angelina Zingariello | 11/3/23

Niche.com, a ranking and review website, has named Valley Stream Central High School the number one magnet high school in the state.

Valley Stream Central High School the top magnet school

Valley Stream Central High School has been named the number one magnet high school in the state, according to Niche.com, a ranking and review website. The site also ranked Central 15 among the best … more

By Juan Lasso | 11/3/23