Now that lively celebrations have found their way back onto millions of people’s social schedules, party hosts and hostesses who like to cook and entertain can brighten up their recipe repertoires with dishes that are easily expanded for a crowd. Feeding a houseful of people isn’t difficult
Crunchy, savory pizza is a comfort food that is beloved across the globe. Everyone should have a go-to pizza recipe in his or her culinary repertoire. This recipe for “Crispy Cheesy Pan Pizza,” courtesy of King Arthur’s Flour, was chosen as their 2020 Recipe of the Year, and with good reason. It has crispy golden […]
Labor Day is a celebration of workers and the labor movements in the United States and Canada. Often considered the unofficial end of summer, Labor Day prompts many people to travel for one last getaway prior to the arrival of fall. Labor Day get-togethers with family and friends typically include barbecues and other outdoor activities, […]
Children experience many firsts as they make their way through infancy and into childhood. Parents often remember their child’s first word and the day they took their first step, as both are major milestones in youngsters’ lives. One of the most memorable firsts children experience is their first day of kindergarten. Though many youngsters now […]
Life on a college campus can be exciting, especially for freshmen enjoying their first taste of life away from home. As exciting as campus life can be, it also can be a bit nervewracking for students who have never before had to fend for themselves. Administrators and security personnel work to make school environments as […]
School offers much more than a top-notch education. Being an engaged student involves learning lessons in the classroom but also participating in the myriad activities that begin once the dismissal bell has rung. Participation in extracurricular activities should be a consideration for every student because of the vast array of benefits such pursuits provide. Information
The Northport High School marching band brought music back to the field this year with their annual band camp. The camp, which usually takes place at The State University of New York at Farmingdale, took place at Veterans Park this year due to the pandemic. Nonetheless, students were able to practice their routines and prepare […]
The COVID-19 Pandemic has taken many recognitions and rights of passage away from those who have worked hard to reach their goals. Case in point: Commencement for an entire graduating class was celebrated virtually, if at all. An entire class of first-year students were unable to begin their college experience on campus. And, other professional […]
Nassau BOCES Adult Education is holding an Open House on Thursday, September 9 at 7 p.m. Join us to find out about all our course offered at our Westbury location, 1196 Prospect Road. This fall, our Adult Career & Technical Education (CTE) program is opening new avenues into the job market, while providing unique opportunities […]
The Montauk Historical Society (MHS) has announced receipt of a grant of $390,700 from the Robert David Lion Gardiner Foundation for the restoration of the iconic 225-year-old sandstone and brick Montauk Point Lighthouse. The lighthouse, commissioned in 1792 by President George Washington, was built in 1796 and has served as an aid to navigation […]
Oyster Bay Town Supervisor Joseph Saladino (right) recently honored Ava Fiorello of Girl Scout Troop 2069 in Massapequa, for her generous donation of a life like chess set and adjacent seating for the enjoyment of residents at the Town’s Philip B. Healey Beach at Florence Avenue in Massapequa. This donation was made as part of […]
Nassau County Executive Laura Curran was joined by the family of a local Eagle Scout, Cory Levy and the family of slain ATF agent John Capano for a ribbon cutting ceremony for the reconstructed John Capano Memorial Gazebo at Washington Avenue Park in Seaford. One year ago this week, Tropical Storm Isaias swept up the […]