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: Vincent Morena Residents throughout Massapequa say increasing traffic congestion has become one of the community’s biggest daily frustrations. Busy intersections, crowded parking lots, and long delays on major roads such as Sunrise Highway and Merrick Road have affected commuters, students, local business owners, and families who travel through the area every day. Many residents believe the issue has steadily worsened over the past several years, especially during rush ho

Written by: Ryan DeLeva Raising kids is never an easy task, raising four of them is even harder, but when one of those four has special needs, it seems all but impossible. However for Bernadette DeLeva, it's nothing more than another part of life. Bernadette’s daughter Isabel is an 18-year-old girl diagnosed with Koolen-de Vries Syndrome (KdVS). Koolen-de Vries is a genetic disorder caused by partial deletion of the 17th chromosome or mutations to the KANSL1 gene and is a d

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

I used to think I understood my mother until I heard the story of the little girl she used to be. When my mom talks about Jamaica, you can hear the difference in her voice. There’s comfort there. She talks about being outside with family, the food, the music, and how home felt familiar even when life wasn’t perfect. Jamaica was where she felt safe. It was where she got to be a kid. That all changed when she was sent to California to live with her father. She was young, scar

Written By: Gianna Buro At just 23 years old, Dominick has already committed himself to one of the most demanding and dangerous careers in New York City: becoming an NYPD police officer. While many people his age are still discovering what they want to do with their lives, Dominick knew from a young age that he wanted to follow in his family's footsteps and dedicate his life to law enforcement. Behind the badge is not just a police officer, but a hardworking, disciplined, an

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Following a student's journey to begrudgingly become an educator Written By: Dani Espinal Most people can agree, figuring out what you want out of life immediately after graduation from college/university is one of the hardest things a person can do. With so many options shoved down our throats (the job fairs, the flyers, the LinkedIn/Indeed posts and oh-so many notifications), it’s a lot easier to tell yourself what you absolutely do NOT want to do. For Ms. Christina Turcios

Written by: Vincent Morena Alex Dupkin, a 26-year-old photographer and social media content creator from Seaford, New York, is turning his passion for visual storytelling, surfing, and branding into a growing creative business. Recently launching his own photography and content company in March, Dupkin is focused on expanding his client base, building his brand identity, and eventually traveling the world creating content for clients across industries. Although his business i

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Written by: Jake Guercia When people hear wedding vows, the phrase “through sickness and through health” can sound routine or almost symbolic. But for my mom, those words became a reality that would shape nearly every aspect of her life for years. Before my father was diagnosed with Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS), life felt normal and full of happiness. My parents worked for British Airways, traveled the world together, and built a close knit family centered around love,

Molloy student Sofia Garcia turns dreams into reality through the power of envisioning her goals By Alani Banks For Sofia Garcia, studying abroad in India was just a dream. she kept this dream alive through determination and manifestation. Garcia, a Molloy University student pursuing a future in education recently received a full scholarship for Molloy’s India study abroad program. While many students might view an opportunity like this as unlikely. Garcia approached it with

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by Lada King This multimedia story captures the drive, discipline, and dedication behind a women’s basketball team. Through compelling...

Created by: Kaitlyn Martinez Scarsdale, NY, known for its quiet charm and family-friendly neighborhoods, is falling short when it comes...