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Even in a deep blue state, your vote matters

As the Nov. 5 election approaches, we urge every eligible Long Islander to exercise his or her fundamental right, and fulfill a crucial civic duty, by voting. more

10/4/24

America’s support of Israel is vital — now more than ever

Last Oct. 7, Israel was plunged into a crisis that has demanded both our attention and our action. As a rabbi and a proud Zionist, I’ve traveled to Israel twice since that tragic day — once to volunteer, and once to witness the devastation firsthand. more

By Michael Cohen | 10/4/24

The best of times, the worst of times for women

The New York Times ran a story last week, “The Power (and Relief) of a Smaller Bosom,” reporting that the number of women seeking breast-reduction surgery has increased, especially among those under 30. Why are more and more young girls choosing surgery? more

By Randi Kreiss | 10/4/24

Junior Tiffany Melendez has stepped up to fill a void at libero and is one of Valley Stream North’s three captains.

V.S. North in heated playoff chase

Valley Steam North’s girls’ volleyball team made the playoffs last year after a .500 season but bowed out early. Coach Mary Parisi wonders what could have been in 2023 if lefty … more

By Marc Berman | 10/1/24

At a special celebration — technically a year late, according to President Billy Florio — the Valley Stream Historical Society marked half a century of preserving the village’s history and honoring the dedicated people who have safeguarded its legacy. At a special celebration — technically a year late, according to President Billy Florio — the Valley Stream Historical Society marked half a century of preserving the village’s history and honoring the dedicated people who have safeguarded its legacy.

Valley Stream Historical Society salutes 50 years of setting the record straight on local past

The Valley Stream Historical Society, a local organization that has made it its mission to preserve, collect, and chronicle Valley Stream’s history, made history of its own. It celebrated 50 … more

By Juan Lasso | 9/27/24

The Central High School District used federal pandemic recovery funds to install $5.9 million artificial turf fields at North and South high schools, which athletes and coaches hope will mean more practice time and fewer weather-related disruptions.

See why Valley Stream Central High School District coaches are raving about new $5.9M turf fields

Four years ago, public school districts nationwide were flush with federal cash. The billions of dollars was meant to bring schools back from the ordeal of the pandemic. Some districts in dire need … more

By Juan Lasso | 9/27/24

Valley Stream District 24 students supported the Village of Valley Stream’s 9/11 commemoration with their Boy Scout and Girl Scout members.

Valley Stream District 24 partakes in village 9/11 ceremony

Members of Valley Stream District 24 recently honored the lives lost and sacrifices made on September 11th, 2001, during a ceremony commemorating its 23rd anniversary, hosted by the Village of … more

By Juan Lasso | 9/27/24

Legislator Seth Koslow, with Legislator Delia DeRiggi-Whitton, left, and Legislator Debra Mulé, right, said the Democratic caucus filed a formal complaint with the Federal Election Commission, alleging the misuse of taxpayer money to fund the Sept. 18 Trump rally at the Nassau Coliseum.

Nassau County Democrats allege Trump rally was taxpayer misuse

Democratic leaders in the Nassau County legislature have filed a formal complaint with the Federal Election Commission, alleging that the Sept. 18 campaign rally for former President Donald Trump in … more

By Jordan Vallone | 9/27/24

Restoring Baldwin’s ‘diamond in the rough’

The Baldwin community has a jewel that has been shrouded in weeds and blight for more than a decade — and residents deserve a long-term solution for restoring the diamond in the rough that is the Oakwood Beach Club. more

By Debra Mulé | 9/27/24

Bigotry must not dominate this election

With precious weeks to go before the November election, I had hoped that we would be having a real debate about the issues that should dominate in a federal election year...But instead, it seems that for some of the candidates, the only issue is race. more

By Jerry Kremer | 9/27/24

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