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John Theissen and Wantagh resident Lauren Rochel collaborated to create special grocery bags to be sold at Lidl grocery stores.

Helping cancer patients, one Lidl grocery bag at a time

John Theissen recalled walking into Schneider’s Children’s Hospital in New Hyde Park on Dec. 8, 1988, to have surgery for a brain tumor. He was 17. There he met Tasha, a 7-year-old … more

By Brendan Carpenter | 5/19/22

Severe storms move into southern Nassau County

People may have to hold onto their hats — and just about anything else — today as the National Weather Service warns a squall of severe thunderstorms are expected to invade. more

By James Bernstein | 5/16/22

Wantagh High School science teacher Christen Bellucci, left, with Nassau County chapter of the Science Teachers Association award-winning student Julia Forese.

Wantagh High senior honored for ‘a-maze-ing’ work

Wantagh High School senior Julia Forese was recognized for he in-depth study on the memory of fruit flies. She will receive her award from the Nassau County chapter of the Science Teachers Association of New York State at a May 17 dinner. more

By Marion Hausmann | 5/13/22

Seaford resident Tania Scaduto with daughter Dakota, self-published the children’s book ‘The Ladybug Without Spots.’

Seaford mother writes 'The Ladybug Without Spots'

Using a ladybug as the stand-in for any person, Seaford resident Tania Scaduto wrote a self-published book “The Ladybug Without Spots” that aims to explain the differences people might have in a way that children will understand. more

By Jeff Bessen | 5/6/22

Television host, author and businesswoman Judy Goss hosted RichnerLive’s Premier Business Women of Long Island event last March.

Judy Goss is a woman with a varied career and a story

During her illustrious career, Judy Goss has traveled the world modeling, hosting television shows, and becoming a published author. more

By Mike Smollins | 4/21/22

It was a community affair in Merrick last week when Town of Hempstead officials and Chabad rabbis from across Nassau County gathered to honor Rabbi Menachem Mendel Schneerson on what would have been his 120th birthday.

Chabad leader remembered on his 120th birthday

Town of Hempstead officials and rabbis from across Nassau County got together at the Chabad Center for Jewish Life in Merrick last week to honor the late Rabbi Menachem Mendel Schneerson. more

By Jordan Vallone | 4/14/22

Captain America and Black Widow made an appearance at the Milleridge Inn.

Fulfilling a princess’s dream

Parents and their children recently were enjoying a brunch at the Milleridge Inn when one of Marvel’s Agents of SHIELD delivered an important message. The agent read a notice from Stark Industries, informing guests that Marvel superheroes were on their way to the location. more

By Maria Cestero | 4/7/22

Board Members show their presentation to the audience.

Cedar Creek Committee updates community

Cedar Creek Oversight Committee and SUEZ met on Mar. 29 to discuss the current conditions of the Cedar Creek Water Pollution Control Plant Facility in Wantagh. Their mission: reduce and control odor emissions from the plant and make multiple updates to the facility that will benefit the community. more

By Maria Cestero | 4/7/22

Wantagh Board of Education members voted on a series of motions.

Wantagh Board of Education clears up some confusion

Wantagh community members were concerned over the school district’s possible affiliation with Northwell Health at the Wantagh Board of Education Meeting on Thurs., March 24. John McNamara, superintendent of Wantagh schools at addressed the plethora of concerns voiced by parents at the meeting. more

By Maria Cestero | 3/31/22

The interior of Seaford resident Janet Romeo’s home on Old Post Road is cracking.

‘Sinking’ properties are leaving residents in distress in Seaford

Some Seaford residents are claiming that their homes, garages and sheds are sinking into the ground. Despite spending thousands of dollars on repairs, few have any idea what’s causing the damages. more

By Kate Nalepinski | 3/31/22

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