Written By: Gianna Buro NEW YORK — Thousands of New York City police officers will begin working mandatory 12-hour tours starting July 1 as the city prepares for one of the busiest and most heavily secured summers in recent memory. NYPD Commissioner Jessica Tisch announced that most uniformed officers will be assigned extended shifts from July 1 through July 7 as part of a heightened security plan surrounding the Fourth of July holiday, international sporting events, and sev

My video focuses on how the gym has become an important part of many college students daily lives. Through interviews and photos of students working out, my video shows how fitness can improve both physical health and mental well being while helping students manage stress. It highlights the gym as more than just a place to exercise, but also as a source of motivation, discipline, and community.

Written by: Ryan DeLeva Neighborhoods are meant to be a place of connection and support; no one should have to live in fear whenever they step outside, or even within their homes. Sadly, this is slowly but surely becoming the case for many families in various Long Island towns. From the streets of Brentwood to the storefronts of Patchogue, a new chilling reality has taken root for the members of the community. The mundane routine of life has been replaced by a constant stat

By: Malani Blackman When you think about pregnancy, you'd expect it to be one of the happiest experiences of a woman's life. Although, for many black women in the United States, pregnancy can also come with fear and uncertainty. Despite medical advancements and improved technology, Black women continue to face significantly higher maternal mortality rates than white women, raising concerns about racial disparities within the healthcare system. Maternal mortality refers to de

Written by: Kayla Manzzo Honking horns, crowded intersections, and long lines of cars have become a daily reality for residents in Valley Stream as traffic congestion continues to frustrate commuters and raise safety concerns throughout the community. Traffic conditions For Valley Stream residents and commuters, morning and evening traffic congestion has grown to be one of their main problems. Busy intersections, overcrowded roads, and long wait times have affected drivers,

Written By: Gianna Buro Residents in Long Beach are expressing growing concerns about public safety following multiple violent incidents connected to the area over the past several years. Community members say recent shootings, including a violent incident that occurred over Memorial Day weekend in 2026, have raised questions about safety, tourism, and the future of local businesses in the beach town. The latest violence occurred on Monday, May 25, 2026, when one person was

Written By: Dani Espinal For many people, Memorial Day is a long awaited break from the repetitive work week. A day off for children and adults alike, most use the 3 day weekend as a quick getaway. For most, how well the 3 day vacation goes is typically dependent on how good the weather is. When going on your first vacation in a while, no matter how short it is, the most popular consensus is that warm, sunny weather is most preferred. Unfortunately, for the Quiles family, t

By Alani Banks Finding parking around Molloy University have became a daily challenge for many students staff members and local residents in Rockville Centre. As the university continue to serve a large commuter population limited parking spaces during busy class hours often leaves drivers circling campus lots and nearby streets searching for available spots. The parking issue mainly affect commuters during peak mid morning and afternoon hours when classes meetings and cam

Written By: Jake Guercia As several local gyms have closed across Long Island, more residents have joined UFC GYM Long Island looking for an affordable place to work out. However, many members now say overcrowding, messy conditions, and poor management have made the gym difficult to enjoy. Over the past year, gyms across Long Island have seen major changes as smaller fitness centers closed or lost members after the pandemic. As a result, larger gyms such as UFC Gym Long Islan

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Written by: Leah Palladino Lead: Rockville Centre is a lively town located on the South Shore on Long Island, with a variety of...

By: Brianna Sepulveda The COVID-19 pandemic created an enduring economic crisis which transformed Long Island, New York, into a region...

By: Lauren Hickey SAINT JAMES, NY – Saint James has become a favorite spot to live because of its quiet living. Yet, the roads of Saint...