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Sixth grade students across the district faced off during a day of friendly competition in its annual hockey tournament.

Valley Stream District 24 hosts annual hockey tournament

In a spirited showcase of athletic prowess and camaraderie, students from all three schools in Valley Stream District 24 recently converged for the district’s Annual Sixth-Grade Hockey … more

By Juan Lasso | 4/25/24

Jamario Smellie was arrested after allegedly scamming a 94-year-old man out of close to a quarter million dollars on April 5.

Alleged Brooklyn man fleeces elder of $250K in Valley Stream

A Brooklyn man was arrested for allegedly defrauding a 94-year-old Valley Stream man out of $250,000 in a Publishers Clearing House scam. more

By Juan Lasso | 4/25/24

Valley Stream Central senior Julio Rivera shows off his “express yourself” outfit at the Central Memorial Parent-Teacher-Student Association Fashion Show on April 12.

Valley Stream's Central Memorial PTSA Fashion Show wows with vintage flair

It was a through-the-decades fashion show fundraising extravaganza at the Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 1790 on April 12. Hosted by the Central Memorial Parent-Teacher-Student Association, the … more

By Juan Lasso | 4/25/24

The newest Board of Ethics member, John McQuade, was the subject of some pointed back-and-forth at the April 16 City Council meeting.

This Long Beach Ethics Board appointment came with questions

The Long Beach Board of Ethics has five members, who are appointed by the City Council. They serve as volunteers, meeting once a month and offering ethics opinions, reviewing financial disclosure … more

By Brendan Carpenter | 4/25/24

Jolie Silva, left, Alison Camardella and Adam Birkenstock were among those who explained the data detailing how, when and why North Shore students were using drugs and alcohol.

The state of substance use at North Shore

The North Shore School District is facing challenges in addressing substance abuse among its students, according to a recent presentation by school officials and representatives from local … more

By Will Sheeline | 4/25/24

Assemblyman Chuck Lavine decried his Republican colleagues' 'antics' over the Faith-Based Housing Act, which is not a part of the New York State budget.

Housing proposal for state budget faces some backlash

A proposal to include a Faith-Based Housing Act in the New York state budget has sparked debate on Long Island, with concerns about its potential impact on local zoning laws and the ability of … more

By Will Sheeline | 4/25/24

Artist Dan Christoffel presented a piece showing the ‘Scottsboro Boys,’ nine black teenagers who were falsely accused of raping a white woman in the 1930’s and whose trials led to a reexamination of the right to fair trial and racism in the legal system.

Understanding the ‘American Dream’ at Raynham Hall Museum

History and contemporary art merge in a captivating dialogue at Raynham Hall Museum’s latest exhibition, “American Dream.” Curated in collaboration with Yellow Cat Gallery, the … more

By Will Sheeline | 4/25/24

John Paul Kopacz said the Oyster Bay-East Norwich School District offers a great deal to students. He would like to see it offer even more.

Candidate offers experience in education, new ideas

John Paul Kopacz, an East Norwich resident for the past 14 years, is running for a position on the Oyster Bay-East Norwich School Board, a logical progression for him, having been an educator and … more

By Laura Lane | 4/25/24

Former state assemblyman Mike LiPetri declares candidacy for New York's Third Congressional District

Mike LiPetri, an attorney and former Republican New York State Assemblyman, has officially announced his bid for the Republican primary in New York’s 3rd Congressional District. LiPetri, a … more

By Will Sheeline | 4/25/24

Joseph F. Laurita Jr., a former police officer, is concerned with maintaining safety at the Oyster Bay-East Norwich School District.

Adept negotiator would take his expertise to the OBEN board

Joseph F. Laurita Jr. has always served his community, first as a young emergency medical technician with the Williston Park Fire Department, and then, as a Brooklyn police officer. He would like to … more

By Laura Lane | 4/25/24

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