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The infernal scene outside of St. Martha’s Church on Greengrove Ave. In Uniondale.

Uniondale hit by ‘significant precipitation event’

New York Gov. Kathy Hochul called a state of emergency for Long Island, the five boroughs, and the Hudson Valley as recent record-breaking rainfall flooded homes, streets and left cars stuck floating … more

By Brandon Cruz | 10/1/23

Up to 3 to 5 inches of rain with locally higher amounts is possible today with flash flooding across the area.

Extreme rainfall lands in Uniondale

New York state Gov. Kathy Hochul has issued a state of emergency for Long Island as the pouring rain has caused flooding in several areas, with Uniondale residents receiving a notification warning … more

By Brandon Cruz | 9/29/23

Uniondale Public Library hosts Hispanic Heritage Month Trivia

What’s the best way to teach children about a topic, help them memorize it, and keep them engaged at the same time? If you said a nice game of educational bingo, with tons of prizes of course, then … more

By Brandon Cruz | 9/29/23

Photos placed by families of local people murdered by guns or other weapons occupied the front table at a remembrance ceremony at Kennedy Park on Sept. 22.

‘We speak their names’

“And just 2 minutes ago, she had no idea that a fight broke out from afar 1 minute later, someone she didn’t know was reaching for a gun inside their car With an intent to pull a trigger, … more

By Reine Bethany | 9/28/23

Michael DeAngelo arraigned on multiple charges

The driver who allegedly caused a crash in East Massapequa on Aug. 6 that killed four and injured two, all members of a family from Uniondale, was arraigned last week, and pleaded not guilty to a … more

By Brandon Cruz | 9/28/23

Residents of Uniondale waiting for the bus home at the stop on Washburn Ave, in Freeport, where there is currently no infrastructure for commuters to sit on or get under during harsh weather conditions — an issue the Uniondale community has raised recently at the recent Climate Smart Communities open house

State pledges to invest in Uniondale's public infrastructure and transportation

Uniondale has a long history of being underfunded, underserved and underappreciated, according to many residents. But that sentiment may start to change soon as the state is promising a bright and … more

By Brandon Cruz | 9/28/23

State pledges to invest in Uniondale's public infrastructure and transportation

Uniondale has a long history of being underfunded, underserved and underappreciated, according to many residents. But that sentiment may start to change soon as the state is promising a bright and … more

By Brandon Cruz | 9/28/23

Olena Nicks, Uniondale's candidate for Town of Hempstead Supervisor

It’s officially election season and Uniondale now has one of their own on this year’s ballot. Olena Nicks, a native to the community, is attempting to unseat Don Clavin for Town of Hempstead … more

By Brandon Cruz | 9/21/23

A group of young soccer stars participating in last Saturday’s third annual Soccer Jamboree, hosted by the Uniondale school district.

Uniondale kicks off Hispanic heritage month with their third annual jamboree

Uniondale kicked off Hispanic Heritage Month last Saturday with its third annual Soccer Jamboree at Cornelius Court Elementary School — a celebration of Hispanic culture and pride featuring guest … more

By Brandon Cruz | 9/21/23

Dignitaries, veterans and restoration volunteers gathered on Sept. 14 to celebrate the addition of “Felix,” an F14 Tomcat fighter plane, to the Cradle of Aviation Museum in Uniondale.

‘Felix,’ a fighter jet, arrives on Museum Row

The Cradle of Aviation Museum has a legendary new occupant. It has a 64-foot wingspan and a distinguished combat history for the U.S. military. On Sept. 14, Nassau County Executive Bruce Blakeman, … more

By Reine Bethany | 9/21/23