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The Rev. David Regan, who is now pastor of St. Gertrude’s Church in Bayville, said he looks forward to beginning his duties at Holy Name of Mary in August.

“God wants everyone to be on an adventure with him, and when you receive Jesus into your life, you receive the greatest gift and in turn become a wonderful gift to others,” said the Rev. … more

By Nicole Alcindor | 7/9/20

Three-year-old Linden Shamey sipped on a honey stick at last year’s farmer’s market in Valley Stream. The market is returning once again on July 9.

Valley Stream farmer's market returns July 9

After a delay from uncertainty over the coronavirus pandemic, the Valley Stream farmer’s market will be returning to the Hendrickson Park pool parking lot on July 9, and will continue every … more

By Peter Belfiore | 7/2/20

Tiz The Law crossed the finish line first at the Belmont Stakes on June 20, becoming the first New York-bred horse to win since 1882.

Belmont Stakes go on — despite pandemic

The Belmont Stakes looked a little different to fans and the larger horseracing community this year, as industry officials had to alter their operations due to the ongoing novel coronavirus … more

By Visvajit Sriramrajan | 7/1/20

Lifelong Malvernite and former village deputy mayor Patricia Canzoneri-Fitzpatrick, at lectern, announced her candidacy for State Assembly District 21 on Tuesday.

Former Malverne deputy mayor to run for 21st Assembly District

Both local elected and Village of Malverne officials, along with family members of Malvernite Patricia Canzoneri-Fitzpatrick gathered at Chester A. Reese Veterans Memorial Park on Tuesday as she … more

By Nakeem Grant | 6/30/20

Douglas Tuman victorious in 4th Congressional District primary race

Douglas Tuman (R-West Hempstead) defeated Cindy Grosz in the 4th Congressional District Republican primary race 74 to 25 percent. Tuman, 39, is now set to challenge U.S. Rep. Kathleen Rice in … more

By Nakeem Grant | 6/29/20

Valley Stream resident Anseer Khan said he supports the Black Lives Matter movement.

V.S. residents discuss the BLM movement

In the wake of the Memorial Day killing of George Floyd in Minneapolis police custody, the United States and the world abroad has remained divided in its perception of racism and police brutality.In … more

By Nicole Alcindor | 6/25/20

The "Rally To Reopen Schools in September" was held outside of the legislative building in Mineola on June 20 to urge the state to reopen schools in September.

'Rally To Reopen Schools in September' held in Mineola

Chants of "Classrooms not Class Zooms" and "Classrooms are essential" could be heard through the crowd of roughly 50 parents and teachers from across Long Island that gathered on Franklin Avenue in … more

By Matthew Ferremi | 6/20/20

Nearly 100 Valley Streamers discussed race relations in Valley Stream during a public Zoom meeting on June 1. It was the first of many such planned discussions.

Discussing race and racism in Valley Stream

Inspired by her own experience discussing race issues while running for school board in District 24, Valley Stream resident Cristina Arroyo is spearheading discussions on how to address issues of … more

By Nicole Alcindor | 6/19/20

Valley Streamer Gerardo Cavalieri with his sons Nicholas, left, and Christopher during a parade he helped organize with his Scouts BSA troop in March to celebrate a World War II veteran’s 100th birthday.

Family, friends reflect on a dedicated Valley Stream dad

Valley Streamer Gerardo Cavalieri is many things. He is a coach, a community volunteer and an assistant Scouts BSA scoutmaster. Most recently, he was elected a school board trustee for Valley Stream … more

By Karyse Gocoul | 6/19/20

Family, friends reflect on a dedicated Valley Stream dad

Valley Streamer Gerardo Cavalieri is many things. He is a coach, a community volunteer and an assistant Scouts BSA scoutmaster. Most recently, he was elected a school board trustee for Valley Stream … more

By Karyse Gocoul | 6/19/20