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Valley Stream firefighters place second
7/14/2010
The Valley Stream Fire Department placed second in the best appearance category in the Nassau County Fire Chief’s Association Parade in Merrick last Saturday evening.
Recovering from the storm
2/10/2010
Thursday was dig-out day throughout the South Shore after a near-blizzard smacked the area from late Tuesday through early Thursday morning. Almost a foot and a half of heavy, wet snow pressed down on roofs, cars, streets and parks, closing schools for most students and bringing shoveling chores to most adults.
Nassau County Police Commissioner Lawrence W. Mulvey has announced that for the thirty one hour period from 12:01 a.m. Feb. 10, through 7 a.m. Feb. 11, there were 190 auto accidents in the Nassau County. Of those, 34 resulted in injuries.
Valley Stream Post Office holding food drive
5/4/2011
The Valley Stream Post Office has begun its annual spring food drive. Residents can drop off food in a collection bin near the entrance to the post office, located at the corner of Franklin and Hawthorne avenues, through May 16.
One-stop holiday shopping at Central
12/14/2011
The Central/Memorial PTSA hosted its annual holiday boutique and craft fair last Saturday afternoon. There were dozens of vendors who took up two gymnasiums at Central High School. The sellers had many handmade holiday gifts and treats. Money raised from the event will go toward scholarships for graduating seniors and other PTSA-sponsored events.
Valley Stream tree lighting ceremony
12/14/2011
The village of Valley Stream held its annual tree lighting ceremony on Dec. 10 outside of Village Hall. There was a musical performance from Central High School Tri-M honor society students, treats and a chance for children to send their letters to Santa.
Christmas in your neighborhood
12/23/2011
The Herald's photo editor, Christina Daly, but together this video slideshow of homes in the Herald coverage area that have been decorated for the season.
Anchors aweigh!
10/22/2009
On Oct. 10, Cub Scout Pack 363 from East Rockaway travelled to Mystic Seaport in Connecticut to participate in the Anchor Watch Program.
Viewing history up close and personal
1/20/2017
Atlantic Beach Mayor George Pappas and his children, George III and Mia attended the inauguration of President Donald Trump and Vice President Mike Pence in Washington, D.C., on Friday.
Valley Stream kids go hunting for eggs
3/31/2010
Valley Stream children went hunting for Easter eggs last Saturday morning at Hendrickson Park. The annual event drew 75 kids.