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A lifetime of mats, moves and pins recognized as Wantagh's Paul Gillespie is going to the hall of fame

Paul Gillespie’s life has been shaped by two major careers and passions: lifeguarding and wrestling. One has offered him a lifetime of beach, sand and saltwater. The other has given him a … more

By Brendan Carpenter | 5/28/23

Hundreds came out to support Mount Sinai South Nassau Hospital during its annual fundraising golf outing last year at The Seawane Club in Hewlett Harbor. This year’s event not only returns to Seawane, but will be played at the Rockaway Hunting Club in Lawrence, and the Rockville Links Club in Rockville Centre as well.

Long Island’s largest hospital fundraiser tees off May 15

There’s nothing bigger on Long Island — at least as far as annual hospital golf fundraiser goes, and it kicks off Monday, May 15 at three Nassau County courses. Sponsored by Mount … more

By James Bernstein | 4/24/23

Sam DeMase, MacArthur class of 2006, has published a book called ‘Power Mood.’ Her book aims to inspire millennial and Gen Z women to stick up for themselves in the workplace.

Wantagh native — and MacArthur graduate — Sam DeMase publishes book ‘Power Mood’

After spending a few years in the corporate world, Wantagh native Sam DeMase — using the experiences she had gained — circled back to her childhood love of writing to publish her book “Power Mood.” more

By Michael Malaszczyk | 4/23/23

Former doctor Stuart Copperman found liable in civil lawsuit

For over 60 years, women who claimed they were sexually abused by Stuart Copperman, a former pediatrician who owned and operated a Merrick practice, have waited for answers, and now, some form of justice may be on the horizon. more

By Jordan Vallone | 4/23/23

Family & Children’s Association hosted its second annual Long Island Women in Philanthropy breakfast and fashion show during Women’s History Month.

Fashion show raises $60,000 for FCA

More than 200 people showed up recently to not only celebrate Women’s History Month, but to support a charity as well, raising more than $60,000 for Family & Children’s Association. more

Staff Report | 4/23/23

The state’s cannabis control board recently approved nearly 100 more conditional cannabis dispensary licenses, with 23 coming to Long Island. But don’t expect too many to pop up in your neighborhood — if any.

More marijuana licenses coming, but not so much here

There are nearly two-dozen more conditional cannabis dispensary licenses on their way to Long Island. But thanks to local pushback in a number of Nassau County communities, chances are very low one … more

By Brendan Carpenter | 4/18/23

Joe Mottola, far left, Elaine Tamsen and Nicola Bilotta have been named the Seaford 9/11 Memorial Committee’s Honorary Patriots for 2023. At right is the committee’s chairman, Tom Condon, a former teacher and guidance counselor in the Seaford Public School District.

Meet the Seaford 9/11 Memorial Committee's 2023 Honorary Patriots

The Seaford 9/11 Memorial Committee was created to remember — and mourn — the five local victims of the attacks of Sept. 11, 2001, keeping their memory alive year-round. more

By Michael Malaszczyk | 4/16/23

Laurie Berkner returns to Long Island with her fantastic family-friendly show at The Space in Westbury on April 30.

Rockin' on with the Kids

She remains at the top of the children’s entertainment scene. Acclaimed as the “The Adele of the preschool crowd” or the “Queen of kindie rock,” Laurie Berkner is an industry unto herself. The first recording artist to perform in music videos on Nick Jr., her original songs, music videos, books, and three original off-Broadway musicals have made her ubiquitous in American households. more

By Karen Bloom | 4/12/23

Andy Butera is honored by the East Meadow Fire Department and American Legion Post 1082, in a photo that helped photo Tim Baker win an award from the New York Press Association over the weekend.

Herald wins nine state awards, including best sports feature

Herald Community Newspapers took home nine state awards at the New York Press Association’s annual Better Newspaper Contest over the weekend in Albany. more

STAFF REPORT | 4/1/23

Soccer icon David Beckham snaps a selfie with some of Long Island's best up-and-coming young soccer players during a surprise visit to the Mitchell Athletic Complex on Saturday, as part of the Sands Youth Power Initiative.

David Beckham, Carli Lloyd share soccer skills in Nassau County's Mitchell Athletic Complex

They flocked from all over Long Island to learn from one of soccer’s greatest — Carli Lloyd. But the 400 or so young athletes who gathered at the Mitchell Athletic Complex in Uniondale this past Saturday got an added bonus, with a chance to bend it like David Beckham — with David Beckham. more

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