Jordan Vallone

Hundreds of dedicated employees, community supporters and elected officials gathered on the front lawn of Nassau University Medical Center on Oct. 29 for a rally that voiced one opinion, loud and …

For over a decade, the Bellmore-Merrick Community Parent Center has hosted a “Shed the Meds” event at the Brookside School in North Merrick, in recognition of National Prescription Drug Take Back Day, which was observed this year on Oct. 26.

Nassau County’s annual "Barkfest" took place on October 26 at Eisenhower Park, where dog owners dressed their pets in Halloween costumes for a parade and contest. The event, Long Island’s largest free pet costume contest, attracted a large turnout of residents and their dogs, with local businesses and organizations participating. Sponsored by the Nassau SPCA, K98.3 radio, and CSEA Nassau Local 830, the event also included a pet food donation drive to support animal organizations.

The Norman J. Levy Lakeside Elementary School community gathered on Nov. 8 for the annual Veterans Day assembly, which honors the sacrifices of those who served in the United States’ armed forces.

In an effort to foster a more inclusive environment at Calhoun High School in the Bellmore-Merrick Central High School District, the special education department and special education teachers at the school have formed two new clubs — the Buddy Club and the Recreation Club.

The auditorium became homage to children’s literature with a fall twist on Nov. 4 at Newbridge Road Elementary School in the North Bellmore School District.

Nassau County veterans, families and community members gathered in Eisenhower Park on Nov. 10 to honor those who served on Veterans Day, paying tribute to local heroes whose courage and sacrifice have protected the United States’ freedoms and values.

Fans of comics, anime and more united at the East Meadow Public Library for ChillerFest last weekend, an annual convention that bridges the gap between all things spooky and comic related.

Wellington C. Mepham High School students headed down the halls last week, ready to take on a stairway climb. The school holds the charity event to raise money for an organization chosen by students in the Participation in Government class.

Students and their families represented their nationally and heritage at themed tables. Daniel and Melissa Gwyther, with their children Brian and Noah, ages 7 and 9, manned an England table.