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metropolitan youth orchestras

Celebrating a Music Mentor Who Shaped Lives

February 12, 2026

Edward P. Norris III, a teacher from Smithtown who runs the choral program at Glen Cove High School, will be honored as the 2025 Educator of Note by the Long Island Music and Entertainment Hall of Fame. The award ceremony takes place on March 20 in Stony Brook, where Norris will receive his plaque a

health

Well‑Being in Childhood: What Shapes How Kids Feel

February 11, 2026

The study looked at how three ways of measuring happiness—Cantril’s ladder, life satisfaction and general happiness—relate to 15 different factors from childhood and basic demographics in 22 nations. Researchers collected data from young people across these countries, asking them to rate their ow

sports

Future Fans: How Sports Teams Are Talking to Kids

February 10, 2026

Sports groups are trying new ways to win over kids who grew up on TikTok and YouTube. A dad in Chicago, Trevor, watches the Blackhawks like his son did a decade ago—on TV and paper. His 14‑year‑old, Tye, checks scores on Snapchat or searches Google for a quick answer. This shows how the audience has

sports

Youth Sports Groups Fight Rising Field and Gym Fees

February 10, 2026

A recent proposal by the local school board to increase rental costs for community sports teams has sparked strong opposition from several youth league leaders. The plan, aimed at covering maintenance and utility expenses for shared facilities, would raise fees for football, cheerleading, lacrosse,

politics

Students Take a Stand in Napa

February 7, 2026

A large group of students from all five high schools and several middle schools in Napa decided to leave their classrooms on Friday afternoon. They gathered at the corner of Trancas and Jefferson, where they joined a planned protest against U. S. immigration enforcement. The walkout began at 12:45 p

opinion

Whizzer’s Fight: A Polio Survivor’s Legacy and the Power of Vaccines

February 7, 2026

A 16‑year‑old football star from Florida once faced a nightmare that would shape his life forever. In 1954, before the polio vaccine reached the streets, he contracted a disease that left him paralyzed and in constant pain. He endured countless hospital stays, dozens of surgeries, and a life with a

crime

Eddie Lacy Faces Jail After Extreme DUI Arrest

February 6, 2026

The former NFL running back, now 35, was sentenced to six months in jail after a drunk driving incident that shocked his hometown. Police stopped him last September when a woman called 911, fearing the driver was endangering others. The officers noticed his speech was slow and slurred, so they

weather

Boston Braces for Bitter Cold: What You Need to Know

January 28, 2026

Boston is getting ready for a really cold week. Temperatures will drop to single digits at night and even go below zero on Friday night. But it will feel even colder because of the wind chill. On Wednesday morning, it could feel like -5 degrees. By the end of the week, an arctic air mass will make i

religion

Is Religion Making a Comeback? The Numbers Tell a Different Story

January 27, 2026

The idea that religion is experiencing a resurgence is not backed by recent data. Experts like Ryan Burge and Daniel Cox argue that while some trends have stabilized, there's no solid evidence of a lasting increase in religious participation. Young adults, in particular, show less interest in relig

technology

Social Media Giants Face Legal Battle Over Youth Addiction

January 27, 2026

A significant legal battle is unfolding in Los Angeles County Superior Court, where Meta, TikTok, and YouTube are being sued over claims that their platforms are designed to addict young users, leading to mental health issues. The case is seen as a potential turning point for over a thousand similar