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Education

I Would Like to See a Proposed 2.5% School Tax Levy….

I would prefer to see a proposed 2.5% school tax levy….What do you think of these four options to get there?

Education

WHUFSD Student Technology Demonstration

No pens, pencils, or paper needed...what kind of school is this? WHUFSD gets Techie....

Arts & Entertainment

I’m Not Split on Liking West Hempstead’s Jekyll and Hyde the Musical….

I had the opportunity to attend West Hempstead High School's production of Jekyll and Hyde the Musical with my family. I think you should too!

Education

1 Thing the West Hempstead School District Could Do Right Now to Increase Parental Involvement

I think this one change could increase parental Involvement in the West Hempstead School District. Do you agree?

Local Connections

Small Businesses Need Residents….and Residents Need Small Businesses

It just makes sense that small business and residents need eachother. Here are four reasons why you should shop locally on Small Business Saturday.

Education

Some School Related Sites That May Interest You

With the new school year taking off, you may want to consider adding these school-related Web sites to your browser.

Education

Help Raise Money for Your School

Raise money for your local schools while you shop with these three easy steps.

Education

Should You Attend School Board or Read Draft Minutes?

Now that the West Hempstead school district posts draft minutes online, should residents still attend the Board of Education meetings? I'll give you my take.

Politics

Regrettably U.S. Credit Rating Downgrade is Deserved

The United States credit rating downgrade is deserved. I'll give you my opinion and tell you why.

Education

Is Failure of Nassau Coliseum Referendum a Predictor of Next Year’s School Budget Vote?

Is the Nassau Coliseum “No” Vote a Predictor of Next Year’s School Budget Vote? Maybe...Maybe Not. Let's discuss.

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