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No Lunch Period, No Problem: Exploring How Jericho High School Supports Students Who Opt Out of Lunch Periods

At Jericho High School, the grind never stops, and neither do the students. Many students here at Jericho High School opt out of a lunch or free period. This seemingly-unusual schedule choice occurs because many students–especially sophomores and juniors–would rather take an extra class than take a brain break.

Jericho, NY · 1d

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Franklin Square Union Free School District uses innovative math technology

“It complements our math program. It makes math interactive. I like how the students are excited to do it.””. After Franklin Square Union Free School District joined Digital Promise's League of Innovative Schools, teachers began using innovative classroom technology. One example is already in the district's math classrooms. Teachers started using Magma Math, a K–12 digital mathematics platform built in Sweden and used by multiple U.S. school districts, that lets students show their full thought process on a paper-like screen, making student thinking visible and supporting interactive classroom teaching.

Franklin Square, NY · 1d

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No ‘A' trains at 3 stations in Queens for 9 days

3 stations in Queens will be without service for over a week while the MTA modernizes all of Brooklyn and Queens on the A line. NBC4’s Andrew Siff reports from Downtown Brooklyn.

Queens, NY · 1d

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Banged-up Seaford Vikings out for more after losing LI Championship last year

The Seaford Vikings are on another journey to Valhalla. Nassau County’s defending football champions are gearing up for what will ideally be another title run — this time finishing the job in the Long Island Championship, where the Norsemen heartbreakingly fell 20-19 to Bayport-Blue Point on a record-setting 47-yard walk-off field goal last November. “It was some run we had — this year, they knew it, and they want to try and repeat it,” Vikings head coach Mike McHugh told The Post. Anthony Foglia (left) and Brock Conway stand during practice at Seaford High School in Seaford, N.Y., on Nov. 4, 2026. Heather Khalifa for NY Post “I see a lot of commitment off the field, and a lot of personal commitment. Working out on their own … doing all the extra stuff … knowing their plays.” Seaford is a 5-3 No. 3 seed, whose losses all came by three points or fewer this season heading into the Conference IV playoffs, where they face 6-2, 6-seed North Shore on Friday night. Farmingdale boys soccer feted with fitting parade after winning first-ever Long Island title Junior quarterback Finn Curry, who’s impressed McHugh and his air-it-out offense, likes their chances. “I would

Seaford, NY · 1d

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Community Council announces Halloween decorating winners

The Levittown Community Council has announced the winners of its annual Halloween Horror House Contest, a community tradition that once again showcased the creativity, imagination, and Halloween spirit of local residents. This year’s competition proved to be one of the closest in recent memory, with participants transforming their homes into...

Levittown, NY · 1d

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Jordan’s Way fundraiser supports Valley Stream-based BARRK Rescue on Long Island

A national fundraising tour that has raised millions of dollars for animal shelters across the country came to Long Island to help BARRK Rescue Inc., a Valley Stream-based dog rescue. Jordan’s Way, a livestream fundraising tour founded by Kris Rotonda, held a three-hour live fundraiser for BARRK on Thursday from...

Long Beach, NY · 1d

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The Champs: Seaford beats Mount Sinai 2-1 in closing seconds of LI Class A girls’ soccer title game for the ages

With four minutes remaining in the Long Island Class A girls’ soccer championship match, Mount Sinai tied the score 1-1 and the game seemed headed for overtime. But Seaford midfielder Grace Cullingford had other plans. With 12 seconds remaining, Cullingford cracked a shot from 30 yards out that ricocheted...

Seaford, NY · 1d

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Freddy Cerpa gets First Responder Hero award

For over a century, the Long Island chapter of the American Red Cross has served Nassau and Suffolk counties with disaster aid and emergency support, enlisting hundreds of volunteers throughout the region. And each year the organization acknowledges community members who exemplify its spirit and mission while supporting their neighbors.

Nassau County, NY · 1d

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Merrick resident among winning bidders for historic Oheka Castle

A Merrick resident and his business partner have submitted the winning bid for Oheka Castle, the historic Huntington estate that has faced years of foreclosure proceedings and financial uncertainty, potentially ushering in a new chapter for one of Long Island's most recognizable landmarks. Paul Alflen, of Merrick, and Ronald Browning,...

Merrick, NY · 1d

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Valley Stream Beautification Committee volunteers tackle litter with year-round cleanups

In one hour, volunteers pulled roughly 60 pounds of litter from the paths along the stream at Valley Stream State Park. The cleanup last week, run by the village’s Beautification Committee with volunteers from Long Island Jewish Valley Stream, was one of dozens the group holds each year. “We...

Valley Stream, NY · 1d

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Long Beach students collect food donations for local soup kitchen

The Long Beach Soup Kitchen recently benefitted from a swell of support from community students during the “Local Kids Who Care” initiative. On Nov. 1, more than a dozen students from Long Beach Middle School and Oceanside High School solicited food donations from patrons in front of Key Food on East Park Avenue and Stop & Shop, also on East Park Avenue.

Long Beach, NY · 1d

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Shake Shack and NYC Pizzeria Mama’s TOO! Reunite for Limited-Time Sunday Sauce Menu

Shake Shack is partnering with New York City pizzeria Mama’s TOO! for a second collaboration, introducing a limited-time Sunday Sauce Menu at select locations across New York City and Long Island. The menu debuted November 5 at Shake Shack’s West Village location in Manhattan and will expand to Williamsburg,...

New York, NY · 1d

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St. John’s welcomes back former captain Sadiku Ibine Ayo in Sunday’s game versus Iona

Rick Pitino and the Red Storm are excited to reunite with their former two-time captain at Madison Square Garden. Sunday’s game for St. John’s will be much more emotional than usual non-conference matchups. The Red Storm will welcome back former two-time captain Sadiku Ibine Ayo as he returns to Madison Square Garden with the Iona Gaels.

New Rochelle, NY · 19h

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Replay Sports Cards to open its first Long Island shop in Bellmore

Rob Ansalone turned his childhood hobby into a side business. Now he’s opening a card shop in his hometown. Rob Ansalone grew up going to sports card shows with his father and friends. He drifted away from collecting as he got older, spending 15 years as an insurance broker while also working in fitness.

Bellmore, NY · 1d

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Warm welcome for new Hicksville Middle School students

Hicksville Middle School recently hosted a special breakfast to welcome students who are new to the district and help them feel at home in their new school community. The gathering gave students an opportunity to meet fellow newcomers, discover that they are not alone in navigating a new environment, and begin building connections with their peers.

Hicksville, NY · 1d

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Burger Village to open new Fresh Meadows location, offering full-service bar & grill

Search our comprehensive guide to things to do in Queens for more local events — or submit your own!. Burger Village, a popular fast-casual restaurant chain offering exotic burgers and vegan options, is set to expand its New York City footprint when it opens its first Queens location in Fresh Meadows.

New York, NY · 1d

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Dogs will be allowed on this Long Island beach after petition

Long Beach City Council approved a plan to allow dog owners with permits to bring their pups onto the beaches from November to April. NBC New York’s Greg Cergol reports.

Long Beach, NY · 1d

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Multiple Long Island raccoons tested positive for rabies: officials

SUFFOLK COUNTY, N.Y. (PIX11) — Multiple raccoons found on Long Island have tested positive for rabies, the Suffolk County Department of Health Services announced on Friday. One raccoon, appearing ill, was located outside a residence in Huntington, and a dead raccoon was found in a residential area of East Islip. Both raccoons were found on […]

Suffolk County, NY · 23h

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Rockville Centre school promotes inclusive communication

Students at Jennie E. Hewitt Elementary School have a new way to express themselves, connect with classmates and become part of the conversation, thanks to a communication board funded by the Rockville Centre Education Foundation. The school celebrated the board’s installation with a ribbon-cutting ceremony on Oct. 29, recognizing Augmentative...

Rockville Centre, NY · 1d

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Bronx Student Fatally Shot on Way to School: Ben Crump Retained as Search Continues for 3 Suspects

The unsolved fatal shooting of 15-year-old Javits Frimpong on his way to a Bronx school has drawn national attention following the retention of civil rights attorney Ben Crump. The NYPD continues to investigate bullying, gang crossfire, and armed robbery motives while searching for three teenage suspects who fled into the transit system wearing surgical masks. A mass community memorial walk is scheduled for Saturday afternoon at Lou Gehrig Plaza to demand answers and enhanced youth protection.

Bronx, NY · 10h