A big win amidst the rain drops at Wantagh homecoming
The wet weather did nothing to stop the Wantagh Warriors, who scored a dominating win during the high school’s homecoming on Sept. 28. Homecoming started with a parade up Wantagh…
Month: October 2024
Levittown Generals dominate at homecoming
The strong spirit of the Generals Nation shone through the rain on Sept. 28 as the General Douglas MacArthur High School community gathered for the annual homecoming parade and game….
Obituaries
Bethpage Mulcahy, John J., Sr., 86, of Bethpage, passed away on Sept. 13, 2024. He was predeceased by his beloved wife of 49 years, Ann, and his dear son, John…
Holocaust Memorial & Tolerance Center welcomes Stevenson-Mathews to staff
By Bernie Furshpan The Holocaust Memorial and Tolerance Center of Nassau County is excited to welcome Gaitley Stevenson-Mathews as its new community engagement officer and social media coordinator. With a…
Shellfish harvesting moratorium passed in Oyster Bay Harbor
Town of Oyster Bay Council members unanimously approved a resolution Tuesday to impose a six-month shellfish harvesting moratorium on 1,850 acres of underwater land in the town harbor. The resolution…
Levittown Board of Education thanks building and grounds crew
Members of the Levittown School District’s buildings and grounds crew were given special thanks at the Sept. 25 Board of Education meeting, following a summer of completed projects throughout the…
SJJCC’s Stronger Than Cancer 5K to benefit Nancy Marx Cancer Wellness Center
Sid Jacobson JCC’s annual Stronger Than Cancer 5K Run, Walk and Family Day raised close to $300,000 in support of the JCC’s Nancy Marx Cancer Wellness Center. Nearly 500 participants…
Students celebrated at Hicksville Board of Education meeting
Hicksville Superintendent of Schools Ted Fulton highlighted Hicksville High School students Haley Gonzales and Kimberly Widjaja for their outstanding achievements and contributions to the community at the Sept. 18 Board…
Louie’s Prime Steak & Seafood to close temporarily for renovations
Port Washington’s Louie’s Prime Steak & Seafood announced it will close for a complete renovation on Sunday, Oct. 6. Renovations are expected to take about six months, according to Newsday….
Amputee support group hosts picnic at Bethpage State Park
The second annual Picnic in the Park, an amputee support event, occurred on Wednesday, Sept. 25 at Bethpage State Park Blue Bird Pavilion. Amputees and their families enjoyed an afternoon…