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State reps discuss child care, request coronavirus federal aid

As the fall months approach, and most of New York remains open with low coronavirus infection rates, many working parents are returning to their jobs. For their children, however, remains the … more

By Nicole Alcindor | 8/13/20

Elmont Memorial High School Assistant Principal Brian Burke answered parent’s questions at a virtual Parent Teacher Student Association on Saturday.

Elmont Memorial High School officials review district’s proposal

Elmont Memorial High School parents had the opportunity to ask administrators questions about the Sewanhaka Central High School District’s reopening plan at a virtual Parent Teacher Student … more

By Melissa Koenig and Karen Bloom | 8/12/20

Protestors Marched around Franklin Square on Aug. 5.

Franklin Square protest becomes contentious

A Black Lives Matter protest in Franklin Square became contentious on Aug. 5, when police officers threatened to arrest demonstrators — and even this reporter — for “obstructing … more

By Melissa Koenig | 8/11/20

Jasmin Frankel and Jay Levinson took over the movie theater last November, but were forced to shut it down amid the coronavirus pandemic.

Curtains close at Franklin Square movie theater

The Franklin Square movie theater will not reopen when Gov. Andrew Cuomo lifts all restrictions on businesses, a sign on its door says. “I’m disappointed that this particular building … more

By Melissa Koenig | 8/11/20

The FedEx Authorized ShipCenter on Franklin Avenue has suspended express drop-offs and pick-ups.

Mail services adjust to pandemic protocols

Mail services across the country have had to adjust to new coronavirus protocols, as more people self-isolated and shopped online. “A lot has changed. It’s been very different,” … more

By Visvajit Sriramrajan | 8/4/20

There is only a single set of benches at the park, with a broken soccer goal left behind them last year.

Elmont park still in need of repairs

After years of complaints by residents about the conditions at Elmont Road Park, an online petition asking Town of Hempstead officials to renovate it had garnered more than 1,250 signatures as of … more

By Melissa Koenig and Ronny Reyes | 8/4/20

A socially distanced classroom in the Sewanhaka Central High School District.

Sewanhaka, Franklin Square school districts release reopening plans

School district officials across New York have spent recent months mulling their options to reopen schools, while maintaining social distancing guidelines and adhering to other coronavirus guidance … more

By Melissa Koenig | 8/4/20

L.I. Democratic lawmakers seek stimulus talks with McConnell

U.S. Rep. Kathleen Rice and Rep. Tom Suozzi on Wednesday called on Republican senators to work with the Democratically led House of Representatives to pass another round of economic stimulus, only … more

By Scott Brinton | 7/29/20

Some Parents claim that “All American Boys,” which is included on the Sewanhaka Central High School District’s summer reading list, promotes anti-police views.

Summer Reading choice stirs controversy in Sewanhaka Central High School District

A book choice on the Sewanhaka Central High School District’s summer reading list has angered some community members who say it promotes anti-police views. The novel, “All American … more

By Melissa Koenig | 7/28/20

A sit-down interview with Shaniyat Chowdhury

The Herald recently caught up with Shaniyat Chowdhury to discuss his future plans, following his failed bid to unseat 12-term incumbent Rep. Gregory Meeks in the 5th Congressional District Democratic … more

By Visvajit Sriramrajan | 7/28/20

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