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More than 3,000 newspapers have closed across the country since 2005, resulting in countless communities losing essential platforms for sharing their stories. The Empire State Local News Coalition intends to reverse that by advancing new legislation and initiatives that would protect jobs, and incentivize small business to advertise.
Coalition formed to advocate for local journalism
A statewide group of local news organizations — comprising of more than 100 newspapers across New York — has launched The Empire State Local News Coalition, a joint advocacy effort to advance a legislative package intended to deliver long-term sustainability to the sector. more
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Jose Mejias, left, came to the aid of his neighbor Nvydia Deltoro.
Neighbors rally to help one another in Sandy’s aftermath
Nearly 20,000 residents were without power in Elmont and Franklin Square after Hurricane Sandy tore across Long Island, toppling trees and power lines. As of press time, the number of outages in the … more
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Elmont Key Club students were just a few of the volunteers at the pasta dinner.
Elmont dines on pasta for Sandy relief
With so many local residents and families devastated by Hurricane Sandy, Elmont High School hosted a pasta dinner to raise funds and bring community members together. On. Nov. 13, the Elmont … more
On Broadway - A Musical Revue [Video]
Watch the cast in rehearsals for "On Broadaway - A Musical Revue" featuring local talent of all ages from all communities. Experience Broadway-style singing and dancing at a fraction of the cost -- and ten times the fun! Performances will be Sunday, March 14, 2010, 3 p.m. ($10 disount tickets for seniors.) Fri., Mar. 19 and Sat., Mar. 20, 8 p.m.; and an encore matinee on Sun., Mar. 21, 3 p.m. at the Lincoln Orens School Middle School, 150 Trafalgar Blvd., Island Park, NY 11558. For tickets and more information, call (516) 431-3320. more
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The Strippers with Louise
RVC Guild presents 'Gypsy' [Photo gallery]
Rockville Centre Guild for the Arts staged four performances of the musical "Gypsy" with local talent from Rockville Centre, Oceanside, East Rockaway and Merrick. Directed by Jon Grodeski, musical director Bill Margiotta, Produced by Diane Donoghue. more
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Reporting on Sandy
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The American Pakistani Public Affairs Committee will host its third annual Youth Conference and Scholarship Awards this Sunday.
How are Pakistanis creating a sense of community? Attend Sunday' conference in Albertson and find out
Arsal Ijaz says he enjoys helping people. That’s why he serves as the junior wing president of the American Pakistani Public Affairs Committee, and why he helped organize this Sunday’s youth conference. more
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Jovanni Rodriguez, 6, left and Declan O'Grady, 6, donned their uniforms for the first time on Saturday.
Franklin Square Little League makes its triumphant return [Photo gallery]
Franklin Square’s little league season officially kicked off on Saturday, April 17 with a parade through town and some slightly chilly, but still enjoyable, marching. more
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Lisa Cartelli with her daughter Kelsey, 8, took some time to appreciate the Christmas tree.
Santa Claus comes to Polk St. School [Photo gallery]
The place to be last weekend — at least if you were on the “Nice” list — was Polk Street School in Franklin Square. Students joined their parents for a holiday luncheon that included a visit with one of the most popular people this time of year: Santa Claus. more
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Photos courtesy Scott Cushing members of Elmont’s chapter of the American Legion came to show their pride, and were joined by local Town Councilman Ed Ambrosino and Assemblyman Tom Alfano.
Honoring service; honoring sacrifice [Photo gallery]
Veterans’ Day was observed last Wednesday with a reverent ceremony in Elmont. more
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