Cannabis dispensaries on Queens-Nassau border spark backlash
Nassau County has opted out of cannabis dispensaries opening within its border for years. But as politicians and industry experts talk about the possibility of both tightening and loosening that...
View Article‘FourLeaf’ replaces ‘Bethpage’ as Federal Credit Union’s name
Bethpage Federal Credit Union officially changed its name to FourLeaf Federal Credit Union on Monday, March 3, marking the fourth name in the credit union’s history. The credit union said that...
View ArticleSounds from silence: Help for seniors with hearing loss
For many Long Islanders, hearing loss is an inevitable part of the aging process. Older adults often struggle to hear and participate in conversations with their loved ones, leading to feelings of...
View ArticleTesla Science Center recovering after devastating fire
New York State Parks is helping restore and renovate the Shoreham-based Tesla Science Center at Wardenclyffe. The nonprofit — famous inventor Nikola Tesla’s only known surviving laboratory worldwide —...
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Celebrations Pulse: Welcome spring, the season of renewal
Jim McCann, a Long Island resident and the founder of Jericho-based 1-800-Flowers.com, has been writing the Celebrations Pulse, a weekly letter to customers, since March 2020. In this column, Jim...
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Long Island University men’s hockey caps best season to date
The only Division I ice hockey program on Long Island, led by a coach with a long family background in the sport, just wrapped up its best season in history. The Long Island University Men’s Ice...
View ArticleBethpage High School seniors Ibrahim Rana and Joseph Bashker named National...
Bethpage High School seniors Ibrahim Rana and Joseph Bashker have been named National Merit finalists, advancing to the final stage of the prestigious scholarship competition. The two students were...
View ArticleRandom acts of kindness: Sid Jacobson SCC inspires community giving
Sid Jacobson JCC turned Presidents' Day into an opportunity for community service with its annual Random Acts of Kindness Day (RAKD) event in which community members took part in meaningful service...
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Central Boulevard students support Wildlife Center of Long Island
Students at Central Boulevard Elementary School recently organized a supply drive to benefit the Wildlife Center of Long Island. As part of the school’s "Kindness Week" initiative, students and...
View ArticleSea Cliff trustees James Versocki, Mark Sobel run for reelection
Incumbent trustees James Versocki and Mark Sobel are running unopposed in the Village of Sea Cliff’s election on Tuesday, March 18. Versocki, who is running for his third term, said he has been...
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North Shore Hispanic Chamber of Commerce celebrates annual winter gala
The North Shore Hispanic Chamber of Commerce's annual Winter Gala brought together the community for a night of recognition, camaraderie, and festivities.
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Oyster Bay High School cheer places in semifinals at national championships
Despite an injury at the regional qualifier round, the Oyster Bay High School varsity cheer team placed runner-up in the County Class C championship and semifinalist at the National High School...
View ArticleFormer Town of Oyster Bay inspector general not charged after DA investigation
The Nassau County District Attorney's Office announced on Tuesday, March 4, that it has concluded its investigation into Brian Noone, the former Town of Oyster Bay inspector general, and will not...
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Ultimate Camp Fair & Activity Expo gave kids a taste of summer
Long Island is finally getting its first taste of spring — and what better way to celebrate than getting to know all the camps and family activities the region has to offer? The Ultimate Camp Fair...
View ArticleOp-Ed | More Than Just a Game: How Mobile Betting is Keeping March Madness...
As sports fans across New York eagerly fill out their brackets and prepare for the excitement of March Madness, it’s worth reflecting on how far we’ve come in ensuring that the billions of dollars...
View ArticleState Assembly Member Blumencranz sues Gov. Hochul, MTA over congestion pricing
State Assembly Member Jake Blumencranz (R-District 15) filed a lawsuit in federal court against Gov. Kathy Hochul (Democrat), the MTA and the Triborough Bridge and Tunnel Authority on Monday, March 3,...
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North Shore Masquers present ‘Mamma Mia’
The North Shore High School Masquers will present “Mamma Mia!” on Friday, March 13 at 7:30 p.m. and Saturday, March 14 at 2:00 p.m. and 7:30 p.m. Senior citizens living in the district, are invited to...
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Sea Cliff students learn astronomy from their peers
Under the direction of science, technology, art, and math teacher Adrien Kaye, Sea Cliff School fifth graders participated in an educational hands-on astronomy learning experience with their younger...
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Hempstead honors music legend Allen Toussaint with Black Heritage stamp
The U.S. Postal Service unveiled the 2025 Black Heritage Stamp honoring legendary musician, songwriter and producer Allen Toussaint during a special ceremony on Feb. 25 in Hempstead. Toussaint played...
View ArticleNorthwell Health-GoHealth Urgent Care celebrates 10th anniversary
Northwell Health-GoHealth Urgent Care celebrated its 10th anniversary, marking a decade of growth, innovation and impact in the on-demand care industry. Over the past 10 years, Northwell...
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