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Social studies teacher Bridget Montario encouraged Emily Dressler to enter the essay contest in which she received state recognition.

For Wantagh Middle School sixth-grader Emily Dressler, it’s always good to take chances, because you never know how far that might take you. In February, Emily, 11, took part in a … more

By Charles Shaw | 9/22/23

The annual 'Walk to End Alzheimer's' is returning to Eisenhower Park on Oct. 1. During the ceremony, people hold flowers to represent why they walk, which is uplifting for the families affected by Alzheimer's disease.

Sixth Alzheimer's Walk coming to Eisenhower Park

The “Walk To End Alzheimer’s” — one of the largest events to raise awareness and funds for the care, support and research of the disease — is headed to Eisenhower Park … more

By Jordan Vallone | 9/22/23

Friends and family get together at Wantagh Park to raise awareness for Huntington's disease as part of the Team Hope walk.

A walk in the park to help those in need

Last Sunday, The Huntington’s Disease Society of America’s northeast region hosted the Team Hope Walk at Wantagh Park. The event is the organization’s largest grassroots fundraising … more

9/22/23

The Levittown Board of Education honored Jonas E. Salk Middle School library media specialist Kirsten Anderson on Sept. 13.

Levittown honors Librarian of the year

Innovator, collaborator, researcher and mentor were the words used to describe Kirsten Anderson, the library media specialist at Jonas Salk Middle School who received the Nassau BOCES School … more

9/22/23

Wantagh, Seaford, and Freeport Fire Departments were among the many first responders honoring the 9/11 victims at the candlelight ceremony.

Candle ceremony honors 9/11 victims

Twenty-two years later, communities continue to pay their respects for those who died on 9/11. On Sept. 11, the Seaford 9/11 committee hosted their annual memorial candle lighting ceremony at … more

9/22/23

Members of the Nassau County Police Department remove their hats during one of several prayers shared during the Nassau County’s 9/11 Remembrance Ceremony and Musical Tribute at Eisenhower Park on Monday.

Nassau remembers those taken on 9/11

It’s been 22 years since our world changed forever when our nation was attacked. But for so many like Susan Hutchins, it still feels like Sept. 11, 2001 — the day she lost her son, West Hempstead’s Kevin Nathaniel Colbert, in the South Tower of the World Trade Center. more

By Michael Hinman | 9/18/23

Wantagh students visit the FDNY Ten House to show their appreciation to the first responders.

High school students moved by 9/11 memorial tour

The events that unfolded on Sept. 11, 2001 were an unforgettable experience for many, but for younger generations, the tragic ordeal may be more difficult to comprehend. Wantagh High School … more

By Charles Shaw | 9/15/23

Jasmine Chu, a Wantagh resident, is proud to see her community come together for victims of the wildfires in Maui.

Jones Beach lifeguard crafts necklaces for Maui relief

When Wantagh resident Jasmine Chu saw the devastation caused by the Maui wildfires, she knew she needed to do something to help those who lost everything. Chu, 24, formerly lived in Oahu, … more

By Charles Shaw | 9/15/23

A welcome back chalk message greeted students as they arrived for the first day of school at Wantagh High School on Sept. 5.

Wantagh students and staff share enthusiasm for new year

“Welcome Back” was chalked out in large, colorful letters at the entrance to Wantagh High School, the first of five buildings to open its doors as the 2023-24 school year began on Sept. … more

9/15/23

Seaford Manor Elementary School fourth graders celebrated the fourth day of school on Sept. 8.

Seaford Manor fourth graders adore day four

There may have been much excitement for the first day of the school year, but fourth graders at Seaford Manor Elementary School were even more hyped for their fourth day of class on Sept. 8. … more

9/15/23

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