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Bill Tinglin speaks at Temple Beth El for its MLK Shabbat

Community Events

Temple Beth El holds annual MLK Shabbat

By Michael Campbell

Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Essay Writing Contest Aryan Mukherjee (L.) with the school security guard that he honored in his essay, Julius Opa (R.).

Community Events

Jericho student wins MLK essay contest honoring school security guard

By Long Island Press

The City of Glen Cove celebrated Martin Luther King Jr. Day for the 42nd year.

Community Events

City of Glen Cove celebrates Martin Luther King Jr. Day

By Casey Fahrer

Four Herricks High School seniors, (L. to R.) Emma Su, Abigail Thomas, Eli Jacob and Aarthi Palaniappan, have been named 2026 Regeneron Science Talent Search Scholars.

Community Events

Herricks’s brightest: getting to know Regeneron scholars

By J. Cav Scott

Miles Lucatorto achieved Eagle Scout after 13 years as a scout.

Community Events

Floral Park native achieves Eagle Scout

By J. Cav Scott

Manhasset students at New York State Theatre Educators Association Conference

Community Events

Manhasset students attend statewide theater conference

Long Island Press

The North Fork Country Kids Animal Rescue and Rescue Vixens hosted 'Brewed to the Rescue' 2026

Charity

‘Brewed to the Rescue’ 2026 fundraises for homeless and neglected animals

By Long Island Press

Over 50 members of the Mineola High School Class of 2025 returned to their alma mater for the annual Alumni Day on Jan. 9.

Community Events

Mineola alumni offer learners a glimpse into life beyond graduation

Members of the Mineola High School Student Service Center presented cards and posters created by learners throughout the district to Assembly Member Edward Ra (R-Franklin Square) for distribution to law enforcement.

Charity

Mineola students honor police

Manhasset elementary school students perform at Radio City Music Hall

Manhasset elementary school choirs perform at Radio City Music Hall

Community Events

Stringotopia coming to Great Neck Library

Zhou Yi and Yimin Miao (left to right)

Community Events

Great Neck Library will host Lunar New Year performance

Composer and conductor Soon Hee Newbold visited Locust Valley Middle School/High School for a workshop and concert

Locust Valley musicians learn from accomplished composer Soon Hee Newbold

Bayville Intermediate School fifth graders danced “La Tarantella” with high school students.

Community Events

Locust Valley High School hosts Italiano festival

The Port Washington Police Department is searching for part-time crossing guards.

Community Events

Port Washington Police District seeking part-time crossing guards

Faith leaders and municipal officials, (L. to R.) Michael Uttaro, chief Nassau fire marshal and Williston Park trustee; Paul Ehrbar, Williston Park mayor; Nyakya Brown, South Floral Park mayor; Rushi Vaidya, East Williston trustee; Bonnie Parente, East Williston mayor; James L. Iannone, East Williston trustee; Nora Haagenson, Baxter Estates mayor; Habeeb Ahmed, president of the Islamic Center of Long Island; Jennifer DeSena, Town of North Hempstead supervisor; Azhar Bhatt, member of the Islamic Center; Peter Cavallaro, Westbury mayor.

Community Events

East Williston kicks off centennial with prayer service

By J. Cav Scott

Plainview Old Bethpage Relay For Life Fundraiser 2026

Community Events

Relay For Life 2026: Honoring survivors and fighting back against cancer

By Long Island Press

The Port Washington Children's Center celebrated the 50th day of school with a 1950s themed day.

Community Events

Port Washington Children’s Center celebrates 50th day of school with 1950s-themed fun

Connect Four champions Aadhya Patel, Mansoor Azimi, Carlos Nunez and Mr. Josh Morrow (L. to R.) from the Hicksville Middle School's competitions.

Hicksville Middle School students connect, think and challenge themselves while playing games

A fourth grade class at McKenna Elementary School adopted a cow in upstate New York through the Discover Dairy program.

Community Events

Cow adoption a moo-ving experience for Massapequa students

Port Washington Children's Center students celebrated community with a pizza party.

Community Events

Port Washington Children’s Center celebrates community spirit with pizza party

“Mystery Readers” with their books at East Hill Elementary School.

Community Events

Roslyn elementary schools bring reading to life during PARP week

Roslyn educator Jodie Grandelli at the New York State Association for Education & Rehabilitation of the Blind & Visually Impaired annual conference.

Community Events

Roslyn educator shares strategies for accessible STEM learning

The Carle Place School District to host its annual Parent University event.

Carle Place School District to host third annual Parent University

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