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The aftermath of the demise of Affirmative Action

On June 29, the U.S. Supreme Court struck down affirmative action in college admissions, stating that race cannot be a consideration and ordering institutions of higher learning . . . more

By George Santos | 10/12/23

Monet’s masterpieces come to life through projection technology that uses over four trillion content pixels in the multi-dimensional projections.

Monet's marvels: Go inside the paintings

Immersive art experiences continue to shake up traditional perceptions of “art.” Now Claude Monet, the beloved transformational Impressionist, gets the Van Gogh treatment (which has enticed visitors in various forms since 2021). more

By Karen Bloom | 10/11/23

Senior setter Stephen Schrek is the quarterback of West Hempstead’s offense and had 34 assists in a recent win over Hewlett.

West Hempstead relies on strength in numbers

West Hempstead’s boy’s volleyball team has been close in every match. The Rams’ losses, which both came against arguably the two best teams on Long Island, have been close, … more

By Andrew Fantucchio | 10/9/23

Kathy Buchsbaum, Assistant Director, Renee Baez, Head of Youth Services, Robyn Gilloon, Library Director

How can you make a difference in your community? Try your local library!

Libraries remain the hub of their communities, and one way they are serving neighbors is by coordinating efforts to help those in need. As part of the Great Give Back — a community service … more

By Mark Nolan | 10/6/23

Gerry Ferretti with cofounders of the Breakfast Club, Stephanie Carlino and Valentina Janek. Ferretti wrote, directed, and costarred in “The Fontanas.”

What were they talking about during this West Hempstead podcast?

“The Fontanas” is a relatable family dramedy — especially if your family involves hidden mafia ties, earth-shattering secrets, and a quest to learn about your deceased … more

By Nicole Formisano | 10/6/23

Why were these amazing teens honored?

Girl Scouts of Nassau County recently celebrated 55 local Girl Scouts who are members of the 2023 Girl Scout Gold Award class who made a sustainable impact, addressing causes they care about in their … more

10/6/23

The Nassau County Girl Scouts honored several teens with the Gold Award.

Anna Nealon of Malverne earns Gold Award

Girl Scouts of Nassau County recently celebrated 55 local Girl Scouts who are members of the 2023 Girl Scout Gold Award class who made a sustainable impact, addressing causes they care about in their … more

10/6/23

5: During halftime, West Hempstead Secondary School honored members of the 1973 Rams varsity football team, who won the program’s first Nassau County championship.

West Hempstead celebrates 1973 champions

West Hempstead school district celebrated homecoming Saturday, Sept. 30 with a halftime ceremony honoring the 1973 Rams varsity football team, which won the school’s first Nassau County … more

10/6/23

Change is needed after band bus accident

The horrific charter bus accident on Orange County’s Interstate 84 on Sept. 21 that claimed the lives of a band director and a retired teacher while injuring 16 members of Farmingdale High School’s marching band should be a wake-up call for change. more

10/5/23

When the press is under assault, so is the Constitution

An alarming trend is taking place that is undermining one of the pre-eminent tenets of our U.S. Constitution — freedom of the press. more

By Charles Lavine | 10/5/23