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Amid campus upheaval, reflecting on a different time

An aphorism often attributed to Mark Twain states that “History doesn’t repeat itself, but it does rhyme.” Readers of a certain age will, as I do, recall the upheavals of the 1960s and early ’70s. Recent events set me musing about the similarities and differences between today’s “student protests” and those of yesteryear. more

By Howard Kopel | 5/17/24

Patrick Burke, left, with Groot at the Eagle Court of Honors ceremony. Burke has been the guiding force behind Valley Stream Troop 116 as its committee chair and Scout leader.

Meet the motivator and mentor in V.S. Troop 116

Valley Stream Troop 116 has produced dozens of Boy Scouts who have earned the elite rank of Eagle Scout over the years. more

By Juan Lasso | 1/5/24

Elite Scholars Christian Academy announced the establishment of the Linnette Y. Franklyn-Brown Elite Scholarship Foundation to present scholarships to worthwhile students. Above, CEO Paula Mills.

This Valley Stream preschool celebrates 15 years with scholarship fund kick off gala

For over a decade, droves of families have entrusted the early development and socialization of their toddlers and children to The Elite Scholars Christian Academy, which opened its doors largely to … more

By Juan Lasso | 1/19/24

Sophmore Emmanuel Alvarado has been a stand-out wrestler at the Valley Stream Central High School wrestling team under the watch of head coach Chris Carbajal.

This Valley Stream Central wrestling coach helps develop character on and off the mat

Although wrestling has always been a rigorous sport, testing an athlete’s endurance and resilience, for Valley Stream Central High School wrestling head coach Chris Carbajal, it’s not … more

By Juan Lasso | 2/2/24

Before being named Valley Stream fire chief in April, Anthony Capone served as a lieutenant, captain, and 2nd and 1st assistant fire chief.

He's the 100th chief of the Valley Stream Fire Department. This is his first order of business.

Since childhood, Anthony Capone felt destined to storm into burning buildings in firefighter gear. Since he was 15 years old, he has eyed the top spot of Valley Stream fire chief. Last month, Capone, … more

By Juan Lasso | 5/3/24

It may be heavy snow, but one can still find Peace.

The snow brings "Peace" [Photo gallery]

Tina Torres, Valley Stream, enjoyed making this colorful Peace symbol in the snow. Photo taken by her husband, Jose Torres. more

2/26/10

A car drove through partial treated sewage on Rhame Avenue.

State of emergency issued for Bay Park, Baldwin

A state of emergency has been declared for certain homes in East Rockaway and Baldwin, according to Nassau County Health Commissioner Dr. Lawrence Eisenstein, to help eliminate threats to public … more

By Mary Malloy | 11/15/12

During Hurricane Sandy, a 10-foot tidal surge raced up the canal that leads to Cammans Pond in south Merrick, scattering floating docks, personal watercraft and boats and causing flooding on local streets. Storm-drain flapper valves would have done nothing to stop that surge, said Brian Schneider, deputy commissioner of the Nassau County Department of Public Works.

Stopping the ocean in a hurricane –– or not

South Shore residents have returned to their normal lives in the months since Hurricane Sandy, but many people’s thoughts are starting to turn to the potential for another big storm. Is it possible to stop the floodwaters that inundated coastal neighborhoods? they wonder. more

By Scott Brinton | 4/10/13

Rise Dispensary, a medical cannabis dispensary, will soon be coming to Valley Stream amid zoning regulations recently established by the village to curb such dispensaries from sprouting in the village.

Cannabis shops face zoning restrictions in Valley Stream

While the recreational use of marijuana has been legal in New York state since 2021, efforts to expand the nascent industry have been fraught with setbacks and delays. more

By Juan Lasso | 1/5/24

The New York ERA will protect our rights

One hundred years have now passed since the original Equal Rights Amendment was first introduced on the federal level. On Nov. 5, we New Yorkers will decide whether to modernize our own state Constitution. Currently, that Constitution protects only against racial and religious discrimination. It does not prohibit discrimination against groups that have been historically targeted, including those with disabilities, LGBTQ people, women and immigrants. This measure lands on the ballot after legislation to push it forward passed both houses of the State Legislature in two successive terms. more

By Charles Lavine | 5/17/24

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