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Seaford Superintendent Adele Pecora at the start of her second year overseeing the district. She said that technology would be a critical component in enhancing learning across all grades.

Schools head Pecora exudes 'Seaford Pride'

Seaford Schools Superintendent Dr. Adele Pecora may be from Massapequa, but she projects Seaford Pride. A thoroughgoing professional with nearly 30 years of experience, she has only the highest praise for the district and the community and communicates a determination to do well by both. more

By Timothy Denton | 1/18/38

Baldwin native Timothy Koch will leave this week to serve with the Peace Corps in Ethiopia.

Baldwinite leaves for Ethiopia

“I think it’s a good way of serving your country and serving another nation at the same time,” said Timothy Koch, of Baldwin, who will board a plane this week for Ethiopia, where he will … more

By Bridget Downes | 6/14/19

And they’re off to a global contest — The Baldwin School District hosted a send-off celebration June 5 before a group of Meadow Elementary School students embarked on a trip to the international competition of the Future Problem Solving Bowl in Massachusetts. The team took second place.

Baldwin students win in global competition

For the first time, Meadow Elementary School participated in the Future Problem Solving Program International for the 2018-2019 school year, taking home first place in the “Community Problem … more

By Bridget Downes | 6/14/19

The space where developers were planning to open a Key Food, at 1764 Grand Ave., has been empty for more than a year.

Developer pulls plug on Key Food plan

While residents have been vocal about the need for a supermarket in North Baldwin, a developer pulled out of plans to open a Key Food where Pathmark used to be. The space, at 1764 Grand Ave., … more

By Bridget Downes | 6/14/19

Michael Wustrow, 56, lived on Smith Street in Freeport and was the music director at St. Agnes Cathedral in Rockville Centre. On Thursday, he pleaded guilty to child pornography charges in the Eastern District Court of New York.

Former St. Agnes music director, of Freeport, pleads guilty to child porn charges

Freeporter Michael Wustrow, 56, the former co-director of music at St. Agnes Cathedral, pleaded guilty to child pornography charges pm Thursday, prosecutors said. Wustrow faces up to 20 years in prison when he is … more

By Nadya Nataly | 6/14/19

Charlie “The Cannibal” Campbell, left, defeated Cody Zappone in his professional mixed martial arts debut on May 31 at the Tropicana in Atlantic City.

East Rockaway native wins in his professional MMA debut

With about 250 family members and friends in attendance at the Tropicana in Atlantic City, Charlie “The Cannibal” Campbell did not disappoint in his professional mixed martial arts debut. more

By Mike Smollins | 6/13/19

Hundreds of residents attended the 50th annual Huckleberry Frolic on Saturday, in support of the Grist Mill Museum.

A rollicking good time at the 50th annual Huckleberry Frolic in East Rockaway

As students from the School of Rock performed on the main stage last Saturday, hundreds of residents buzzed about East Rockaway’s Memorial Park, taking in the 50th annual Huckleberry Frolic. Some sang along with the band, while others browsed the dozens of tables set up by vendors or enjoyed the many games and rides on a sun-soaked afternoon. more

By Mike Smollins | 6/13/19

Jojo Yawson, 9, from Freeport debuted his book, “How to Deal with Kids” on June 8 at Swirl Bliss in Baldwin where he held a reading and a book signing event.

Yawson brothers debut parenting book

With a toothy grin, Jojo Yawson, 9, opened the first page of his book and began reading. Swirl Bliss in Baldwin’s front of house was filled with Freeporters and Baldwinites on June 8 — it was a full house. more

By Nadya Nataly | 6/13/19

To celebrate its #BookLove initiative, Oceanside High School celebrated with a book tour event on June 5.

Oceanside School District celebrates #BookLove with special tour

The Oceanside School District continued its #BookLove initiative with a special tour. more

By Julia Baxley | 6/13/19

International Day of Yoga donation class

Join Jenna Mannino at Breathe N Flow Yoga on June 21 at 5 p.m. to celebrate International Yoga Day. more

6/13/19

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