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Police still investigating
A 66-year-old man is dead after a car accident on the evening of Thursday, June 30 in West Hempstead. The victim was driving a Chevy SUV when he collided with a Toyota Camry being driven by a …
Governor Hochul visits Chestnut Street school to push pre-K
Gov. Kathy Hochul visited the Chestnut Street School in West Hempstead on Wednesday, June 15, in large part to promote universal pre-kindergarten programs. State Sen. Todd Kaminsky and …
Missing West Hempstead teen found
The Nassau County Police Department reports that 15-year-old Hever Doblado is currently missing. Doblado was last seen around 6 p.m. on Sunday, June 26, and was reported missing to the police on …
Second time's the charm: School budget finally passes
West Hempstead voters needed two trips to the polls, but a new school board budget was adopted Tuesday night, with 1,239 in favor, and 1,065 against.
Former Malverne fire chief celebrates 60 years
When a smoke alarm pierces the silence of the early morning hours, the beeper of 77-year-old Dave Weinstein sounds and he springs into action. Once serving as its fire chief, Weinstein remains an …
West Hempstead man arraigned in Woodmere fatal
Arlin Aguilera, of West Hempstead, was arraigned June 23 on several charges including aggravated vehicular homicide from the two-vehicle crash on Dec. 11 of last year in Woodmere.
Malverne hosts annual Juneteenth Jubilee
Malverne High School was abuzz on the afternoon of Friday, June 17 as the school celebrated its second annual Juneteenth Jubilee. The day was a mix of fun and recreation, but also reflection through …
Editorial
Fight school violence with a unified voice
There is seemingly no place safer than home, but schools are supposed to be the next best thing.
West Hempstead school board gives budget another try
The West Hempstead school board warned residents that significant program cuts are looming if the board’s revised budget is voted down. During a May 31 meeting, assistant superintendent Joel …
Op-Ed
Why must we risk our lives to go to school?
Our country mourned the tragic events of a school massacre — again. But the day after the shooting in Uvalde . . .
It’s time to nominate a Long Island Red Cross hero
Do you know a hero? Someone who took extraordinary action to save a life or perform an unselfish and extraordinary act for a family member, friend, co-worker or a stranger? An act that changed a person’s destiny, or made a community impact.
Pearsall Project stirs up Cedarhurst neighbors
Nearly every resident who spoke in opposition to the proposed Pearsall Project in Cedarhurst at a public hearing on June 8 reflected the anger that community members expressed as far back as a meeting last August.
Safety
PSEG asks for caution while using balloons
Shiny, metallic Mylar balloons are a mainstay of celebrations such as graduations, weddings, Father’s Day and religious occasions that happen during the next few months. While they are festive, …
Cantor Galina Makaveyev honored by Temple Israel of Lawrence
Overcoming a dearth of Jewish education in her native Ukraine, Hewlett resident Galina Makaveyev became a cantor, and celebrated her 20th anniversary in that role at Temple Israel of Lawrence after the synagogue’s June 3 Shabbos service.
Rockville Centre foundation off to the races with latest fundraiser
The Ken Pribil Jr. Foundation raised $10,000 to support angiosarcoma research at its Cocktails & Belmont III event on Saturday at RJ Daniel’s.