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Long Island Jewish Valley Stream’s new partnership with Crossroads Farm supplies fresh, seasonal produce weekly, emphasizing the benefits of locally grown food for patient recovery while reducing the use of processed ingredients.

See how Long Island Jewish Valley Stream Hospital's new farm-to-hospital partnership raises the bar on hospital food

The underwhelming caliber of much of the nation’s hospital food is, for Russell Ficke, a tough pill to swallow. The executive chef at Long Island Jewish Valley Stream Hospital has sought to … more

By Juan Lasso | 9/20/24

Kevin Hock is on track to earn his private pilot’s license, but the cost of training is a challenge. The Nassau BOCES program, with support from his school district, has made it possible.

Fasten your seat belts. This Valley Stream Central High School alum is earning his pilot’s wings

Kevin Hock’s world revolved around metal birds soaring tens of thousands of feet over the Earth for as long as he could remember. During his childhood in Valley Stream, he’d peer up … more

By Juan Lasso | 9/20/24

The 9-11 memorial at the park features a recovered steel beam from the rubble of Ground Zero. Valley Stream Fire Chiefs place a memorial wreath in front of the monument.

9/11 Remembrance 2024: Village of Valley Stream gathers to remember World Trade Center calamity

Amid a day of mourning and remembrance on Sept. 11, a crowd descended on Arthur J. Hendrickson Park, gathering around the village’s 9/11 memorial monument. This patch of public park transformed … more

By Juan Lasso | 9/20/24

From left, South Senior High Chorus Director, Rita DiFano; Summer Torres; South Principal, Matthew Swinson; District Director of Fine & Performing Arts, Dr. Adam G. Erdos.

Valley Stream Central High students to play all-state festival

Six Valley Stream Central High School District student-musicians have been selected to take part in the NYSSMA All-State Festival this winter. The selection recognizes the students’ talent and … more

By Juan Lasso | 9/20/24

Assistant Superintendent of Curriciulum and Instruction Lorraine Radice greeted new teachers at its annual teacher orientation.

School year 2024: Valley Stream District 13 orients new hires

Valley Stream District 13 kicked off its new school year with a robust new teacher orientation. The event, hosted at James A. Dever Elementary School, aimed to ensure a successful start to the … more

By Juan Lasso | 9/20/24

Kayla Babb and the Falcons are working hard and showing grit under new coach Tara Brady, who formerly coached at St. Joseph’s College.

No quit in Valley Stream South

Kelly Garay had made up her mind her squad would not go quietly – sensing the importance, if only symbolic, of making a statement. Her club down 6-0 late in its non-league opener Sept. 4 … more

By Garrett D. Uribe | 9/17/24

Lourdes Taglialatela, left, program center coordinator for the West Nassau Center for Food Assistance & Community Support, on Rockaway Avenue in Valley Stream, and Nichole Rojas, program associate, at the opening of the new pantry.

'Thanks be to God': Long Island Cares' long-awaited Valley Stream food pantry is here.

After a series of logistical logjams pushing its opening day deadline, Long Island Cares’ newest food pantry in Valley Stream is finally here. The regional food bank’s newest satellite … more

By Angelina Zingariello | 9/13/24

Raad’s success was highlighted as a role model for the village’s youth by Mayor Fare. Raad expressed his gratitude for the influence of his local mentors.

This play-by-play Mets broadcaster gets a proper hometown hurrah

Valley Stream’s Keith Raad was honored by his hometown Sept. 5 for his achievements as a play-by-play broadcaster for the New York Mets during a family-friendly event at the Valley … more

By Susanna Ciurleo | 9/13/24

Staff and students celebrated the first day of the school year at Brooklyn Avenue School in Valley Stream District 24.

Back-to-School 2024: Valley Stream District 24 rings in the new school year

Valley Stream District 24 welcomed students back for an inspiring start to the 2024-2025 school year. Students and faculty at Brooklyn Avenue Elementary School, Robert W. Carbonaro Elementary School, … more

By Juan Lasso | 9/13/24

Lorraine Radice has been named the district’s new Assistant Superintendent for Curriculum and Instruction at Valley Stream District 13.

Valley Stream District 13 has new leader for curriculum and instruction

Lorraine Radice has been tapped as the district’s new Assistant Superintendent for Curriculum and Instruction at Valley Stream District 13. Radice brings a wealth of experience and a proven … more

By Juan Lasso | 9/13/24

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