Monday, May 19, 2025
The New York State Department of Transportation unveiled a proposal to reconstruct the eastbound Exit 13 of the Southern State Parkway during a public meeting at Elmont High School, inviting …
When Yovica Valentin steps into the Valley Stream Long Island Cares food pantry each month, she’s not just picking up groceries — she’s trying to keep her life from unraveling. The …
A 20-year-old assistant boys lacrosse coach at Valley Stream Central High School has been arrested on federal charges for allegedly coercing a 13-year-old boy into sending sexually explicit images …
Jerry Seckler — the Nassau County wrestling legend who could lift kids twice his size well into his 60s, and fought his entire life for the soul of the sport — died on March 10 in …
The dizzying traffic flow at the six-road convergence of Exit 13 on the Southern State Parkway in Valley Stream has long been a daily concern for drivers and residents alike. Assemblywoman Michaelle …
Valley Stream Neighbors in the News
Chris Fiore isn’t a household name—yet. But if you’ve been watching “Daredevil: Born Again” and thought—Wait, is that the same guy from the blood donation …
Valley Stream Latest Happenings
Valley Stream’s long-awaited Midnight Centennial Dance Party kicks off Saturday, May 3, at Hendrickson Park — and the evening promises to be a lively celebration of community, history, …
Valley Stream Q&A
Anthony “Tony” Cannonito has lived in Valley Stream for over 60 years. Now retired, he spends his time helping neighbors in need as a volunteer at Long Island Cares’ food …
Valley Stream Latest Happenings
On a sun-splashed Saturday morning, two days before the death of Pope Jorge Mario Bergoglio, the Village of Valley Stream welcomed families from across the neighborhood for its annual Easter Goodie …
Valley Stream Crime
Two men were convicted on April 10 in the fatal shooting of a 20-year-old man and the wounding of three others at an underage party in Valley Stream last summer—an ambush prosecutors say was …
Quality public education not only prepares our children for bright futures, but also increases communities’ property values, attracts new residents, reduces crime and promotes social mobility.
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With the State Legislature in budget season, there is a ripe opportunity to improve one state program that works to combat New York’s limited housing supply by helping fund local infrastructure: the Pro-Housing Communities Program.
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In recent weeks I have been at a number of events sponsored by police organizations, including a gala honoring 100 years of the Nassau County Police Department.
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Last week, millions of people of the Hebrew faith observed an event known as the Shoah.
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The surge in electric vehicles, the rise of data centers and the electrification of homes and businesses are pushing Long Island’s energy demand to unprecedented levels.