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Two players reach for the same goal: a basketball. (Photo by Hannah Pei)

Student photos showcase need to stand up to bullies

Janelle Clausen - April 25, 2018

North Shore schools see fewer ELA opt-outs than Nassau average

Feinstein study seeks to improve ER visits for kids with autism spectrum disorder

Town awards $98K contract for plaza around Mackay Horse statue in Gerry Pond Park

GOP keep state Senate majority despite Democratic wins

NEWS

Resident feels unfairly targeted by Flower Hill display law

Luke Torrance - April 25, 2018

For years, Flower Hill resident Bob Young has set up a huge Christmas light display on his property on Sunnyvale Road. But he fears...

Student photos showcase need to stand up to bullies

April 25, 2018

Nassau County, PBA honor officer who stopped alleged crime spree

April 25, 2018

Mangano pushed for Singh contract after Sandy: official

April 25, 2018

North Shore schools see fewer ELA opt-outs than Nassau average

April 25, 2018

POLITICS

Mangano pushed for Singh contract after Sandy: official

Luke Torrance - April 25, 2018

After Superstorm Sandy devastated Long Island, restaurateur Harendra Singh testified that he provided then-Nassau County Executive Edward Mangano and other high-ranking county officials with...

GOP keep state Senate majority despite Democratic wins

April 25, 2018

Nassau Legislature passes new sexual harassment policies

April 25, 2018

GOP proposes countywide raise in age to buy tobacco after years...

April 23, 2018

County lawsuit draws ire of the PBA

April 18, 2018

OPINIONS

Column: The lesser of two evils

Editorial: Curran earns battle stars for challenge of union agreement

Viewpoint: Village of Great Neck needs to incorporate Complete Streets strategies...

SPORTS

Port JV hockey is Nassau runner-up

Luke Torrance - April 24, 2018

Nick Catrone understands what his players are going through. That is because Catrone, a recent graduate of Binghamton University and Port Washington resident, was in their...

LIU Post lacrosse team dominates against Mercy College

April 16, 2018

LIU Post women’s lacrosse wins against Bridgeport

April 9, 2018

LIU Post’s Joe Calderone an All-American wrestler, again

April 9, 2018

Manhasset Middle club team wins hockey championship

April 9, 2018

Dining & Entertainment

A conversation with Ehud Barak at Sid Jacobson JCC

The Island Now - April 26, 2018

The former Israeli Prime Minister will visit Sid Jacobson JCC's Randie Waldbaum Malinsky Center for Israel on Thursday, May 10, 8 p.m. for his...

The Island Today: The top seven events for the coming week

April 26, 2018

Cabaret theatre at Adelphi University from May 3-6

April 26, 2018

The Island Today: The top events for kids for the coming...

April 26, 2018

Roslyn Village Gallery hosts art show, sale for artists on autism...

April 24, 2018

Community & School News

Joseph Cuomo, Jan Cuomo, Lee Decker, Supervisor Judi Bosworth, Jason Cuomo, John Walter, John D’Angelo, Ken Riscica, Mike Knox and Martin Miller at Jason Cuomo’s Eagle Scout Court of Honor Ceremony. (Photo courtesy of the Town of North Hempstead)

Supervisor Bosworth honors Eagle Scout Jason Cuomo

The Island Now - April 26, 2018

North Hempstead Town Supervisor Judi Bosworth attended the Eagle Scout Court of Honor Ceremony for Jason Thomas Cuomo of Troop 97 at the United...

Trustee William McGirr, Chief Steve Schwartz, James Lawrence and President Michael Berry. (Photo courtesy of Great Neck Alert Fire Company)

Great Neck Alert Fire Company honors 50 and 25 year members

The Island Now - April 26, 2018

The Great Neck Alert Fire Company recently honored two members of the department for their years of dedication and service to the community. Firefighter James...

PYA Softball announces new commissioner

The Island Now - April 26, 2018

Port Washington Youth Activities (PYA) is pleased to announce its new softball commissioner this season, Cory Drewes. Cory, with two daughters who currently play...