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Former Malverne High School varsity football coach and special education teacher Dr. Ken Leisnter, 71, died on April 6.

Former Malverne High School teacher, football coach dies at 71

Former Malverne High School varsity football coach and special education teacher Dr. Ken Leistner spent most of his life making others the best they could be. When Leistner spoke to the Herald in the … more

By Nakeem Grant | 4/18/19

With the Long Island Power Authority seeking to reduce its property tax payments at four power plants, including the E.F. Barrett Generation Station in Island Park, residents from Island Park and Northport have banded together in protest.

Island Park, Northport residents team up to protest LIPA tax case

As the Long Island Power Authority continues to seek a reduction in its property-tax payments on four National Grid-operated power plants — including the E.F. Barrett Generation Station — Island Park residents met with a Northport-based coalition on April 11 to protest the efforts, which would significantly raise taxes in the communities. more

By Mike Smollins | 4/18/19

Three Oceanside Girl Scouts represented the hamlet as part of the championship-winning Digital Darlings robotics team. They were Ria Mehta, top left, Elana Pocress, bottom and second from left, and Paige Smith (not pictured). Joining them were teammates, Diya Krishnan, second from top left, Brielle Rubin, Molly McPartlin, Hannah Azeez, bottom row left, and Miranda Pietraski.

Girl Scouts of Oceanside have a triumphant March

The Girl Scouts of Oceanside had plenty going on during the month of March, highlighted by a victory at the Tech Challenge Robotics Championship, a celebration of Girl Scouts Sunday and a visit to celebrate the Shabbat. more

By Mike Smollins | 4/4/19

Oceanside High School hosted its annual Human Relations Day on March 27. Several visitors spoke with students about various topics, including vaping and mental health concerns. Above, the four-legged painter Dagger DogVinci got to know OHS senior Alexandria Casella.

Oceanside High School's Human Relations Day opens a dialogue about issues students face

Vaping, suicide awareness and mental health concerns were among the issues tackled during Human Relations Day at Oceanside High School on March 27, as more than 70 visitors came to the school to speak with students and share their stories. more

By Mike Smollins | 4/4/19

Students from Oceanside High School attended the inaugural Nassau County Youth Wellness Summit on March 19.

Oceanside students attend inaugural teen wellness summit

More than 200 teenagers attended Nassau County’s first Youth Wellness Summit on March 19, more

By Andrew Garcia | 3/28/19

Oceanside quarterback Charlie McKee, far left, and running back and linebacker Andres Duran were invited to the inaugural Prospect NYS Power 50 Showcase on Saturday at Utica College, where they were evaluated by college coaches.

Two Oceanside football players among state's Top 50

Charlie McKee and Andres Duran took part in the inaugural Prospect NYS Power 50 Showcase, along with 48 other top high school football players from across the state, on Saturday at Utica College. more

By Mike Smollins | 3/22/19

S. Taylor Johnson left his mark on Oceanside schools (Part 2)

S. Taylor Johnson’s arrival in Oceanside in 1918 as the Oceanside School District’s new supervising principal brought stability and direction to a fractured community during its formative post-World War I growth era. more

By Seth J. Blau | 3/14/19

Goaltender Kieran Byrne backstopped Long Beach High School to its first state hockey championship in seven years on March 3. Byrne, an Island Park resident, was named Most Valuable Player for the tournament.

Island Park resident backstops Long Beach to state hockey title

Island Park resident Kieran Byrne was named Most Valuable Player at the state hockey championships. more

By Mike Smollins | 3/14/19

Oceanside High School hosted its inaugural book fair to foster a community of book love on March 6.

Oceanside High School hosts its inaugural book fair

Scholastic’s book fairs are typically held at elementary and middle schools, but that didn’t stop Oceanside High School from having one on March 6. more

By Briana Bonfiglio | 3/14/19

S. Taylor Johnson left his mark on the Oceanside School District

S. Taylor Johnson’s arrival in Oceanside more than 100 years ago brought stability to the school district and helped to unify the community as a whole. While almost completely forgotten in today’s world, his place in the annals of the Oceanside School District is quite significant. more

By Seth J. Blau | 3/7/19

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