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Opponents of the proposed Las Vegas Sands project in Uniondale at the Nassau County Planning Commission hearing on July 18.

The Nassau County Planning Commission and Rules Committee have both approved the lease agreement for Las Vegas Sands to control the Nassau Coliseum. more

By Kelsie Radziski | 7/26/24

Brandee Younger played the harp and Rashaan Carter played bass in their duet performance at the Tilles Jazz Fest last Saturday.

Uniondale native Brandee Younger performs at Tilles Jazz Fest

Brandee Younger is a jazz harpist and a Long Island native. She grew up in Hempstead and Uniondale, and her musical talent and passion has blossomed into a successful career that takes her to venues … more

By Kelsie Radziski | 7/26/24

The Killer Joe Band performed a free concert at Uniondale Park on July 22 as part of the Town of Hempstead’s outdoor neighborhood series of summer shows.

Blues and soul in Uniondale Park

The Killer Joe Band, a rock-n-roll, blues and soul group, rocked Uniondale Park with their free concert on July 22. more

By Kelsie Radziski | 7/26/24

ACDS Board President Tiana Jones, left, CEO Michael M. Smith, and principal Tricia Leahy smile at the Association for Children with Down Syndrome golf outing fundraiser on July 22.

Teeing up success with the ACDS golf fundraiser

The Association for Children with Down Syndrome hosted its annual golf outing fundraiser on July 22 at Hempstead Golf and Country Club to raise money for the organization. more

By Kelsie Radziski | 7/26/24

A meeting opposing another proposed charter school will tale place at the Alverta B. Gray Schultz Middle School on July 29. Above, ABGS graduate Alana Peterson at the school in June.

Residents will rally against charter schools

Community members are joining forces in opposition to the proposed Diamond Charter School in Hempstead village. The meeting will be held at the Alverta B. Gray Schultz Middle School Band Box on Monday, July 29, at 6 p.m. more

By Kelsie Radziski | 7/26/24

These Olympics, let’s remember to champion all athletes

But for me, the epitome of athleticism didn’t come in the form of an epic home run or, in Brady’s case, so many game-winning touchdowns. For me it was the whoosh of a soccer ball hitting the net at the back of the goal. more

By Jordan Vallone | 7/26/24

Congestion pricing may be paused, but the fight continues

There is no doubt that the MTA is a vital resource for New Yorkers, but the dereliction of duty by the agency’s leadership has led to staggering budget deficits and wasteful spending, to the point where it now costs the MTA roughly $3 billion a year just to service its enormous debt. more

By Anthony D'Esposito | 7/26/24

We are not a nation of one religion

While I don’t go to church too often anymore, I still have a special place in my heart for the magic, the importance and the splendor of religion, especially Christianity. The history of religion is one of the highest of highs and the lowest of lows, and led to some of the most phenomenal art, literature and philosophy that humanity has ever produced. more

By Will Sheeline | 7/26/24

Face mask bill must strike a delicate balance

Amid ongoing debates about public safety and individual rights, the Nassau County Legislature is poised to make a significant decision that could have an impact on both. more

7/26/24

Should we be forgiving student loan debt?

When I hear talk of student loan forgiveness, I immediately think of the wise advice that if it sounds too good to be true, it probably is. Why should the government forgive college loans? Loan forgiveness is only a temporary solution to the costs of higher education. If loans are funded by the government, they are not forgiven, they don’t go away — taxpayers assume the debt. more

By Ed Fare | 7/26/24

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