Three generations of lifeguards celebrated by Town of Oyster Bay
The McGovern men have been lifeguarding TOBAY beach for more than 50 years. John, Kim, and Jack—the grandfather, father, and son trio—were recognized by the Town of Oyster Bay on…
Day: August 19, 2024
Ralph’s Famous Italian Ices celebrates 25 years in Port Washington
Ralph’s Famous Italian Ices celebrated its 25th anniversary in Port Washington this summer. Owners Robert Pachtman and Laura Vaccaro are Port Washington residents. “It’s great to have been here so…
Farmingdale fundraiser continues aid for bus crash victims
BY Maria Ortolani The Over the Hill Gang Softball League held its Annual Fundraiser – Bash for the Band – on Friday, July 26, at Ellsworth Allen Community Park in…
Jericho Cares provides 122 brand-new sneakers to Nassau students
By Erica Schwartz Jericho Cares gave 122 students brand-new sneakers and other back-to-school supplies at its fourth annual donation drive at the Jericho Fire Department on Sunday. Jericho Cares president…
Levittown campers learn STEM skills
Teamwork and creative thinking were key themes for students from across the Levittown School District as they enjoyed a wide range of activities at Camp Invention and STEM Camp, held…
Syosset library hosts bilingual adult arts and crafts programs
Patrons of the Syosset Public Library have influenced programming this summer. One group of three women, who called themselves the “library ladies,” has pushed for more cooking classes, and Chinese-speaking…
State initiatives to combat invasive spotted lanternflies
Spotted Lanternflies have returned this season and residents have noticed with many taking to Facebook to voice their concerns. “Does anyone know if the Town of Oyster Bay is doing or…
Long Island University alum wins gold at Paris Olympics
Brendon Rodney began his running career in high school in Toronto while looking for a sport to occupy his time after basketball season ended. “I started out as a high…
Long Island Police Unions Endorse Trump For President in Jericho
By Michael Malaszczyk Several Suffolk County police unions endorsed former President Donald Trump in his bid against Vice President Kamala Harris at the Conservative Party of New York’s nominating convention…
Port Washington Business Improvement District honors outgoing board members
The Greater Port Washington Business Improvement District recently honored and acknowledged the service of two outgoing members of its board of directors, Bill Haagenson and Bob Weitzner, mayor of Port…