Higher Heights: An Interview with High Jumper Alexander Bowen Jr.

Higher Heights. For us, the phrase isn’t just a hashtag or a tagline, but a powerful declaration. A call to action. An affirmation of excellence. An aspirational ideal rooted in a relentless work ethic and a commitment to always improving. We needn’t look any further for the physical embodiment of excellence than to behold Elmont’sContinue reading “Higher Heights: An Interview with High Jumper Alexander Bowen Jr.”

Elmont Track Team Races to Cornell University

Source: Sewanhaka Central High School District Seven student-athletes from Elmont Memorial’s track team qualified for the 2015-16 Winter Track State Meet at Cornell University on March 4-5. Congratulations to Coach Mike Graham and the following students: 4x200m Relay (Girls) Adrienne Barnes Brianna Harris Christal Thompson Khalia Whyte Briyanna Jones (alternate) 55m Dash (Girls) Erykah CamalContinue reading “Elmont Track Team Races to Cornell University”

Neiman Marcus Luxury Department Store Opens at Roosevelt Field Mall

Source: Aisha Al-Muslim, Newsday Luxury department store chain Neiman Marcus on Friday finally opened its first store on Long Island. Dozens of people lined up outside minutes before the opening of the 106,000-square-foot, two-floor store at Roosevelt Field mall on Friday morning. Shoppers streamed in through the store’s five entrances, where they were greeted withContinue reading “Neiman Marcus Luxury Department Store Opens at Roosevelt Field Mall”

What Will Elmont Look Like in 2 or 3 Years?

In a recent newsletter cycle, Town of Hempstead elected officials unveiled new plans to improve the look and functionality of parts of Elmont, including upgrades to its main roads and parks. The capital projects are the latest efforts by the Town to make Elmont look better and work better for all. We’re curious to seeContinue reading “What Will Elmont Look Like in 2 or 3 Years?”

A New Beginning at Green Acres Mall

[Long Island Herald] The Green Acres mall announced on July 10 [2014] that six retailers, featuring a mix of shops and restaurants, are making their way to town, with one already opened, according to a release. Popular eateries Panera Bread, Häagen-Dazs, Chipotle and Starbucks will join Justice, which opened in April, and Journeys Kids asContinue reading “A New Beginning at Green Acres Mall”