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Seaford Superintendent Adele Pecora at the start of her second year overseeing the district. She said that technology would be a critical component in enhancing learning across all grades.

Schools head Pecora exudes 'Seaford Pride'

Seaford Schools Superintendent Dr. Adele Pecora may be from Massapequa, but she projects Seaford Pride. A thoroughgoing professional with nearly 30 years of experience, she has only the highest praise for the district and the community and communicates a determination to do well by both. more

By Timothy Denton | 1/18/38

Herald offers $500K in grants for small businesses

Richner Communications Inc., publisher of Herald Community Newspapers and The Riverdale Press, this week announced a $500,000 grant program to support local businesses. Through the Herald Small Business Marketing Grant Program, each Long Island business is eligible to receive up to $15,000 of matching grant funds, which can be used for marketing services to promote the business’ products and services. The Herald Small Business Marketing Grant Program is being supported by more

4/9/20

Give what you can in these challenging days

At the Herald, we want to add our voices to the growing chorus of supporters thanking our front-line medical workers and first responders who are, as they say, doing God’s work. more

4/9/20

Keep up the social distancing

Two weeks ago, one South Shore school board member issued an urgent appeal to students in her district: Stop congregating. Stay apart. That same day . . . more

4/9/20

So many have died in New York to date that more funeral directors must be brought in to help with final arrangements, Governor Cuomo said Thursday.

State to add funeral directors as N.Y.'s death toll surpasses 7,000: Governor Cuomo

Without offering specifics, Governor Cuomo said at his Thursday news briefing that additional funeral directors would be brought in to aid with arrangements for the hundreds of New Yorkers who are … more

By Scott Brinton | 4/9/20

Herring can be found in Bellmore Creek as they make their way to Mill Pond to spawn in the freshwater there — but a dam obstructs their path. Seatuck’s Bellmore Creek Fish Passage Project aims to help them get over the obstacle.

Fish restoration project goes virtual amid Covid-19

Looking to get out of the house? Take a stroll near the intersection of the Bellmore Creek and Mill Pond — you may be able to catch a glimpse of River Herring families splashing through the water. more

By Andrew Garcia | 4/9/20

Elise Ann Howell-Fehling, 46, of Seaford decided to spread cheer in unnerving times by creating “smile bags” for children around Wantagh, Seaford and Massapequa.

Seaford’s smile-bag spring Santa

Bayview Tavern in Seaford is still open for curbside pickup and delivery. Usually, customers can expect a good meal from the local eatery, even during this period of social distancing. But recently, … more

By J.D. Freda | 4/9/20

The Wantagh High School Class of 1985 canceled its 35th reunion, but members have stayed in touch via an 80s trivia challenge.

Class of '85 cancels 35th reunion

The Wantagh High SchoolClass of 1985 has canceled its 35th reunion in the face of the Covid-19 crisis and has not scheduled a back-up date. The event, was originally scheduled for Saturday, June … more

By Timothy Denton | 4/9/20

New York State Comptroller Thomas DiNapoli has collected a number of resources that will help aid residents through financial struggles.

State comptroller creates 'Financial Survival Toolkit'

State Comptroller Thomas DiNapoli has compiled a “Covid-19 Financial Survival Toolkit” for New York residents. The list of resources, including various crucial phone numbers and important … more

By J.D. Freda | 4/8/20

Covid-19 has now killed double the number of people in New York than the Sept. 11 terrorist attacks on the World Trade Center, Governor Cuomo said Wednesday.

Gov. Cuomo: Covid-19 has killed twice as many in N.Y. as 9/11

The number of Covid-19 deaths spiked to its highest overnight number yet from Tuesday into Wednesday, with 779 losing their lives, Governor Cuomo said Wednesday. That deadly night brought the … more

By Scott Brinton | 4/8/20

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