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A Long Island community’s ‘Chief’ concern draws President Trump’s attention
In one community on Long Island, New York, there’s a motto that’s hard to miss: “Once a Chief, always a Chief.” It’s on ...
Feds launch discrimination probe against NY officials — after Trump backs Massapequa Chiefs name
There are several mascots that refer to indigenous or ethnic groups – the Vikings, Fighting Irish, the Cowboys – and yet New ...
Teacher discipline on Long Island: Why some educators accused of misconduct are fired — while others keep their jobs
Long Island school districts have sought to fire tenured educators over allegations ranging from inappropriately texting ...
Trump administration launches probe into New York agency for its ban on Native American sports mascots
The U.S. Department of Education launched an investigation into the New York Department of Education amid a controversy over ...
Trump backs Long Island town’s effort to keep Native American logo
President Trump has thrown his support behind a Long Island school district’s fight to keep its Native American-inspired ...
Hicksville school district wants to raise taxes by 2.54%, overriding state tax cap
The Hicksville school district is seeking to override its property tax cap with a proposal to raise taxes by more than 2% ...