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James Lentini, left, Molloy University’s president, and Edward Thompson — the school’s vice president of advancement — celebrate Molloy’s new university status and a $2 million gift from S. Zaki Hossain.

Molloy celebrates the new 'U' with $2 million gift

Molloy University not only has a new name, but it also has a new gift — a $2 million one the school describes as its largest single gift in its 67-year history. more

By Tom Carrozza | 6/23/22

A motocyclist was killed in a two-vehicle crash in Wantagh on Father's Day.

Motorcyclist killed in Father's Day Wantagh Avenue crash

The Nassau County Police Department is investigating a fatal motorcycle accident on Wantagh Avenue in Wantagh on Sunday afternoon. more

By Michael Malaszczyk | 6/19/22

Herald Community Newspapers senior editor Laura Lane won two first place awards during the annual ceremony hosted by the Press Club of Long Island.

Herald picks up seven awards from Press Club of Long Island

In its first in-person gala since the start of the coronavirus pandemic, the Press Club of Long Island handed out a number of awards on June 2 — including seven to Herald Community Newspapers. more

Staff Report | 6/9/22

Superintendent John McNamara with Wantagh High Valedictorian Julianna Rose, Salutatorian Skyla Marchesi and Principal Dr. Paul Guzzone.

Meet Wantagh High School’s top two grads

Wantagh High School’s class of 2022 will graduate this month, and at the top of the group are Julianna Rose, the valedictorian, and Skyla Marchesi, the salutatorian. Their weighted grade … more

By Michael Malaszczyk | 6/8/22

Alexa Wahl, a recent graduate of the Aviation Center at Farmingdale State College, will fulfill her childhood dream of flying in the Bethpage Air Show.

Bethpage Air Show flies back into the Jones Beach skies

Alexa Wahl was just 7 when her family began attending the Bethpage Air Show. Standing on Jones Beach and staring at the sky, she would watch the planes gracefully soar past. It was then that Wahl … more

By Brendan Carpenter | 5/26/22

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

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

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