Freeport School District 2025-2026 school budget es, new trustees elected 15v44

Voters in Freeport approved the school district’s $250.9 million budget for the 2025–26 school year on Tuesday night, ing a plan that maintains all existing programs, adds staff, and keeps the tax levy flat.

Lawsuit claims Freeport policy led to illegal seizure of vehicles, village reponds 6r646x

The Village of Freeport has been accused in a Federal Class Action lawsuit of illegally seizing vehicles from their owners.

Rally in Freeport calls for equity and recognition for child care providers 3f6t5e

More than 100 attendees gathered at Innovative Daycare Corp. in Freeport for a national Day Without Child Care rally, spotlighting low wages, underfunding, and the essential role of early educators.

Rotary, volunteers to pack ‘Dignity Duffels’ for homeless veterans 4t501y

Freeport High School will host a community service project on May 17 to pack over 240 duffel bags for homeless veterans, as part of Rotary’s EPIC Day of Service and a partnership with the nonprofit General Needs.

Moxey Rigby redevelopment moves forward, completion set for 2026 38f28

Construction at the Moxey Rigby site in Freeport is on schedule, with the foundation phase set to begin this summer and 200 new affordable and workforce apartments slated for completion by December 2026.

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Debra Mulé: Making mental health a cornerstone of wellness 1z11z

Since 1949, May has been observed as Mental Health Awareness Month — a time to highlight the importance of prioritizing a core element of human wellness that is far too often overlooked in our society.

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Jordan Vallone: Skip the gamble, wear the sunscreen 466k42

The sun is back, high in the sky, and with it comes a timely reminder: Don’t forget the sunscreen.

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Laura Gillen: GOP cuts to Medicaid will impact all of Long Island 5k2124

Medicaid provides essential medical services to millions of children, seniors, people with disabilities, and veterans across our country, including 170,000 of my constituents in New York’s 4th Congressional District.

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Memorial Day: so much more than a day of rest 403v51

As the last Monday in May approaches, many Americans look forward to Memorial Day as the unofficial start of summer — a three-day weekend filled with barbecues, beach trips, travel and clearance sales.