The state’s decision to ban school logos and mascots depicting Native Americans has caused a fierce debate in Wantagh — one of the districts that would be forced to abandon its longtime Warriors name. It is an “arbitrary” ruling, as State Sen. Steve Rhoads describes it, that Rhoads refuses to accept.
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By Michael Malaszczyk
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7/2/23
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An overwhelming feeling of pride and joy filled the air at the Hofstra University David S. Mack Sports and Exhibition Complex on June 17 as seniors from General Douglas MacArthur High School reached the conclusion of their educational careers in Levittown Public Schools.
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7/2/23
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Late last month, graffiti containing hate messages was found at Estella Park in Seaford. Police identified it as a criminal mischief incident — but no one has been charged yet.
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By Michael Malaszczyk
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7/2/23
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In early June, Seaford High School students Myles Schnaier — Salutatorian of the class of 2023 — and his sister Rachel — an upcoming junior — organized a book drive and donated 1,020 books to the Book Fairies, a non-profit organization that distributes new and gently used books to under-resourced communities on Long Island.
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By Natalie DiFusco
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7/2/23
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I’ve struggled with depression and anxiety my whole life. That’s not an easy thing to admit, especially publicly. But mental health awareness isn’t what it used to be, thankfully.
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By Mark Nolan
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6/29/23
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The political news these days is dominated by two names, Biden and Trump. Because of his many criminal entanglements, Donald Trump wins the prize for the most coverage. But . . .
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6/29/23
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You may think this doesn’t have relevance for you, but you’re wrong, my friend. You may be 40 years old, running 7-minute miles and sprinting up the corporate ladder . . .
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6/29/23
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The sky will be aglow for the annual spectacle that marks our Independence Day, always a rousing celebration. While the main event is Tuesday, of course, the county-wide festivities begin Saturday, with plenty of local fireworks to enjoy.
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By Karen Bloom
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6/28/23
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Parents have demanded that a controversial book hitting on themes of sexual orientation and suicide be removed from the Wantagh High School library.
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By Kepherd Daniel
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6/25/23
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Eric Schneider, the salutatorian in Seaford High School’s Class of 2019, will take his young career to new heights when he travels to Africa as a Fulbright Scholar.
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By Michael Malaszczyk
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6/25/23
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