South Shore Women’s Alliance features discussion on gender and future initiatives

The South Shore Women’s Alliance, which reconvened last fall ahead of the 2024 election, has been meeting regularly over the last few months, forming committees and discussing important topics that affect a wide variety of people.

William Desroches Foundation announces fundraiser at Mulcahy's

The friends and family of William Desroches, a 15-year-old Wantagh High School student who died in a watercraft accident in 2023, are working to establish a soccer and lacrosse field in his honor.

Wantagh Nation Flag Football hosts clinic, plans Spring tournament

More than 50 young athletes took to the field at Wantagh High School on Jan. 25 for a flag football clinic hosted by Wantagh Nation Flag Football. The event aimed to foster teamwork, fitness, and sportsmanship among children in kindergarten through eighth grade.

Wantagh Middle School students showcase creativity in cupcake wars contest

Wantagh Middle School’s eighth-grade students put their baking and design skills to the test during the Cupcake Wars competition, the culminating event of the Ultimate Chef elective.

Five things to know about February events at Wantagh Public Library

February is packed with exciting events at the Wantagh Public Library, offering activities for all ages. From hands-on crafts and educational programs to interactive entertainment, there’s something for everyone. Here are five standout events happening after Feb. 6 that you won’t want to miss.

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Pete King: An inauguration that was decidedly different

Last month I traveled to Washington, joining many Nassau County Republicans, including County Executive Bruce Blakeman and GOP Chairman Joe Cairo, to celebrate the inauguration of Donald Trump as our 47th president.

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Jerry Kremer: Cleaning the 2024 slate is comforting

One of my pet peeves is our national airline system.

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John Cameron: Long Island gets shortchanged on transportation funding

Over a decade ago, the Long Island Regional Planning Council recognized a critical issue: Long Island’s transportation funding and planning processes were failing to meet the growing demands of our region. In response, we proposed the creation of a dedicated Nassau-Suffolk Metropolitan Planning Organization.