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Valley Stream, NY
Lifestyle
$1M Powerball Ticket Sold At Valley Stream Business $1M Powerball Ticket Sold At Valley Stream Business
$1M Powerball Ticket Sold At Valley Stream Business A Powerball player on Long Island is starting the new year a whole lot richer after a $1 million winning ticket was sold in Valley Stream. The second-prize-winning ticket matched five numbers in the Monday, Dec. 22 Powerball drawing and was sold at Gurucharan and Brothers, located at 100 West Merrick Road in Valley Stream, according to the New York Lottery. While no one hit the top Powerball jackpot in Monday night’s drawing, the prize pool is now climbing into jaw-dropping territory. The next jackpot is estimated at $1.7 billion, with a cash value of $781.3 million. The next Powerball dra…

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by Michael Mashburn
Fairfax, VA
Business
‘Yeah, I Think That Just Happened’: Fairfax Man Wins $200K Playing Wobblyblobs Game ‘Yeah, I Think That Just Happened’: Fairfax Man Wins $200K Playing Wobblyblobs Game
‘Yeah, I Think That Just Happened’: Fairfax Man Wins $200K Playing Wobblyblobs Game Jason Bridwell wasn’t out buying tickets or scratching cards when he struck it big — he was just sitting at home in Fairfax, passing the time on his phone. The Virginia man had fired up the Lottery’s Wobblyblobs online instant game when things took an unexpected turn. “I said ‘Woah!’” Bridwell told Lottery officials. “Yeah, I think that just happened!” By the time the virtual blobs stopped bouncing, Bridwell was staring at a $200,000 prize. Wobblyblobs is one of dozens of online instant games available on the Virginia Lottery app and valottery.com, with a top prize of $300,000.  The…

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by Zak Failla
Linden, NJ
Police & Fire
Fake Video Blaming Linden Teacher For Celebrating Charlie Kirk’s Death Triggers Lockdown Fake Video Blaming Linden Teacher For Celebrating Charlie Kirk’s Death Triggers Lockdown
Fake Video Blaming Linden Teacher For Celebrating Charlie Kirk’s Death Triggers Lockdown Public schools in Linden have been forced to shelter in place after being targeted for threats over an erroneous post about the Charlie Kirk assassination, officials announced Thursday, Sept. 11. The firestorm began after numerous posts showed a video of a woman, believed to be a second-grade teacher in Linden, celebrating Kirk's death, Linden police said. The information is incorrect, Linden police stressed.  "The individual referred to is not, nor has ever been, an employee of Linden Public Schools, Linden New Jersey," police said. The school district has been flooded with threats o…

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by Sam Barron
Plainfield, CT
Schools
Paramedics Treat Plainfield Student After Gummy Reaction Paramedics Treat Plainfield Student After Gummy Reaction
Paramedics Treat Plainfield Student After Gummy Reaction Emergency crews rushed to Plainfield Public Schools after a student had an adverse reaction after taking an unknown substance in the form of a gummy, officials said.  Police and paramedics arrived quickly and treated the student, who was “conscious and communicative,” before transporting them for medical care, officials said. Authorities have not named the school where it happened.  FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE September 4, 2025 Plainfield Public Schools Statement Regarding Medical Emergency At... Posted by Plainfield Public Schools - CT on Thursday, September 4, 2025 As first …

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by Josh Lanier
New Haven, CT
Schools
CT Teachers Turn To GoFundMe As Classroom Costs Soar CT Teachers Turn To GoFundMe As Classroom Costs Soar
CT Teachers Turn To GoFundMe As Classroom Costs Soar School is in session for nearly every student in Connecticut.  While families have seen increased prices while back-to-school shopping, local teachers are also facing a big challenge — covering classroom expenses that keep rising. With budgets stretched thin, more educators are leaning on their own wallets and, increasingly, on community support. According to the Learning Policy Institute, 95 percent of teachers report spending their own money on supplies. The strain has pushed many to seek help online. Many have turned to fundraising sites like GoFundMe to help keep their classrooms s…

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by Josh Lanier
Alexandria, VA
Schools
Alexandria High School Ranked In Top Five Nationally: See The Full List Alexandria High School Ranked In Top Five Nationally: See The Full List
Alexandria High School Ranked In Top Five Nationally: See The Full List More than two dozen high schools across the Northeast have been recognized among the top 100 in the US, according to a new ranking. The U.S. News & World Report released its annual Best High School Rankings on Tuesday, Aug. 19. The 2025 list evaluated more than 24,000 public high schools nationwide based on test scores, college-level coursework, and graduation rates. The report highlights schools where students outperformed expectations in math, reading, and science, passed college-level exams, and graduated on time. U.S. News said its goal is to recognize high achievers while…

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by Chris Spiker
Salem, NJ
Schools
These 21 New Jersey Educators Were Just Named 'Teacher Of The Year' These 21 New Jersey Educators Were Just Named 'Teacher Of The Year'
These 21 New Jersey Educators Were Just Named 'Teacher Of The Year' Twenty-one educators from across New Jersey have been named the 2025-26 County Teachers of the Year, the New Jersey Education Association announced. “Each year, the County Teachers of the Year remind us of the incredible talent, dedication, and heart that define New Jersey’s educators,” NJEA President Sean Spiller said.  “The 2025-26 honorees represent the very best of our profession—innovators, mentors and leaders who not only inspire their students, but their colleagues as well.” NJEA Vice President Steve Beatty called the honor “a celebration of the relationships these educators bu…

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by Cecilia Levine
Fredericksburg, VA
Business
$348M Mega Millions Ticket Sold At 'Luckiest VA Store' Is Largest Jackpot In State History $348M Mega Millions Ticket Sold At 'Luckiest VA Store' Is Largest Jackpot In State History
$348M Mega Millions Ticket Sold At 'Luckiest VA Store' Is Largest Jackpot In State History Someone in Virginia is holding a ticket worth $348 million – the largest jackpot in Virginia Lottery history – and it was sold at a little location that now just might be the “luckiest store in Virginia,” officials said. The winning Mega Millions ticket matched all six numbers in the June 27 drawing and was purchased at E & C Mid-Atlantic in Burgess, according to the Virginia Lottery. While the jackpot winner hasn’t stepped forward yet, Virginia Lottery Executive Director Khalid Jones visited the store to present E & C Mid-Atlantic Vice President of Operations Juan Torres with a cer…

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by Zak Failla
Worcester, MA
Schools
MA Tops New National Rankings For School Quality, Safety: Here's Why MA Tops New National Rankings For School Quality, Safety: Here's Why
MA Tops New National Rankings For School Quality, Safety: Here's Why Many public school systems in the Northeast are outperforming the rest of the country in quality and safety, according to a new study. WalletHub released its 2025 list of States with the Best & Worst School Systems on Monday, July 21. The study ranked every state's public schools based on academic performance, safety, funding, and teacher credentials. Massachusetts ranked No. 1 in the country, earning top scores in both fourth- and eighth-grade math and reading. The Bay State also had the highest share of students scoring a three or better on Advanced Placement (AP) exams and …

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by Chris Spiker
Towson, MD
Schools
Baltimore County School Worker Had Inappropriate Relationship With Student, Police Say Baltimore County School Worker Had Inappropriate Relationship With Student, Police Say
Baltimore County School Worker Had Inappropriate Relationship With Student, Police Say A former Baltimore County Public Schools employee is behind bars after being accused of having an inappropriate relationship with a student at a local high school, police announced. Donovan Michaud, 30, was arrested by Baltimore County Crimes Against Children detectives following reports that he was involved with a student at Overlea High School, where he worked as a building service worker, authorities announced on Thursday, July 3. Michaud has been charged with multiple counts of fourth-degree sex offense. He is currently being held without bond at the Baltimore County Detention Center, …

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by Zak Failla
Albany, NY
Sports
Bill Would Require Heart Tests For Student Athletes In Wake Of NY Hockey Player's Death Bill Would Require Heart Tests For Student Athletes In Wake Of NY Hockey Player's Death
Bill Would Require Heart Tests For Student Athletes In Wake Of NY Hockey Player's Death New York lawmakers are considering mandated heart screenings for student athletes following the sudden death of a Long Island hockey player. “Connor’s Law,” introduced by Republican Assemblyman Michael Durso, would require annual cardiac screenings for all public school athletes. The bill is inspired by the tragic death of 17-year-old Connor Kasin, a beloved Massapequa High School hockey player who collapsed during a game in 2024, as Daily Voice previously reported. It would mandate that interscholastic athletes undergo yearly cardiac fitness tests, including an electrocardiogram (EKG) or …

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by Michael Mashburn
Fort Lee, NJ
Schools
Palisades Park Schools Chief Leaves After Two Decades, Takes Top Job In Demarest Palisades Park Schools Chief Leaves After Two Decades, Takes Top Job In Demarest
Palisades Park Schools Chief Leaves After Two Decades, Takes Top Job In Demarest After more than two decades of service, Palisades Park Superintendent Dr. Joseph Cirillo is stepping down and will become the new Superintendent of Demarest Public Schools, he announced. Dr. Cirillo, who began working in Palisades Park in 2004 and served as superintendent for the past 12 years, was officially appointed to his new role during a special meeting of the Demarest Board of Education, following what officials called an “extensive and thoughtful search process.” “Since September of 2004, it has been my honor to serve the children of Palisades Park and to collaborate with such suppo…

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by Cecilia Levine
Albany, NY
Schools
Phone Ban: NY To Become Largest State With Bell-To-Bell Restrictions On Student Smartphones Phone Ban: NY To Become Largest State With Bell-To-Bell Restrictions On Student Smartphones
Phone Ban: NY To Become Largest State With Bell-To-Bell Restrictions On Student Smartphones New York classrooms are dialing down distractions. Come this fall, all K-12 public schools in New York will implement bell-to-bell bans on student cell phone use, Gov. Kathy Hochul's office announced Tuesday, May 6. The sweeping new policy, part of the state’s 2026 budget agreement, prohibits students from using internet-enabled personal devices anywhere on school grounds from the first bell to the last—including during lunch and study hall periods. “New York was the first state to target addictive social media feeds — and now we’re the largest state to restrict smartphones in schools thr…

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by Michael Mashburn
Pompton Lakes, NJ
Business
‘American Dream Reduced To Ashes’: Support Surges After Pompton Lakes Chinese Restaurant Fire ‘American Dream Reduced To Ashes’: Support Surges After Pompton Lakes Chinese Restaurant Fire
‘American Dream Reduced To Ashes’: Support Surges After Pompton Lakes Chinese Restaurant Fire More than $3,000 has been raised to help two families rebuild after a fire destroyed the Passaic County Chinese restaurant they spent more than a decade building from the ground up. Winnie and Shirley, who immigrated from Southern China, took over Golden Garden in 2013, according to a GoFundMe by Kathryn Spitz. With their husbands, they worked 10- to 12-hour days, seven days a week, building the restaurant into a beloved local favorite on Hamburg Turnpike. On April 17, their American Dream went up in flames. “In less than two hours, the livelihood of two young families… was reduced to ashe…

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by Cecilia Levine
Philipstown, NY
Schools
Haldane School District Reverses Ending DEI Policy After Legal Review (UPDATE) Haldane School District Reverses Ending DEI Policy After Legal Review (UPDATE)
Haldane School District Reverses Ending DEI Policy After Legal Review (Update) A Putnam County school district that temporarily suspended its Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) policy under the threat of losing critical federal funding now says it plans to fully reinstate the policy at its next board meeting.  In a letter sent to families on Thursday, May 1, the Haldane Central School District confirmed that its Board of Education intends to restore the DEI policy in its entirety during a scheduled public meeting on Tuesday, May 6.  The reversal follows the Board's vote on Tuesday, April 22 to temporarily suspend the DEI policy. That decision was made on…

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by Ben Crnic
Lowell, MA
News
MA Leads Nation For Supporting Working Moms, New Study Says: Here's Why MA Leads Nation For Supporting Working Moms, New Study Says: Here's Why
MA Leads Nation For Supporting Working Moms, New Study Says: Here's Why Several Northeast and Mid-Atlantic states rank among the best in the country for working mothers, according to a new study. WalletHub released its 2025 list of the Best & Worst States for Working Moms on Monday, April 28. The report compared all 50 states and Washington, DC, across 17 key metrics, including the gender pay gap, parental leave policies, child care costs, and the share of female executives. The study aims to identify where women raising children have the best chance at balancing a career with their family. "Working moms have to carefully balance career opportuni…

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by Chris Spiker
Teaneck, NJ
Police & Fire
Substitute Teacher, 62, From Teaneck Sexually Assaults 3 Students On Same Day: Prosecutor Substitute Teacher, 62, From Teaneck Sexually Assaults 3 Students On Same Day: Prosecutor
Substitute Teacher, 62, From Teaneck Sexually Assaults 3 Students On Same Day: Prosecutor A 62-year-old substitute teacher at a school in Garfield has been arrested on accusations he sexually assaulted three juvenile students, authorities said on Friday, March 21. Marc S. Green, of Teaneck, assaulted the students at the Bergen County Arts & Science Charter School on March 18, Bergen County Prosecutor Mark Musella said following an investigation. Green inappropriately touched three victims under 13 years old, according to the criminal complaint obtained by Daily Voice. Green had been acting in the capacity of a certified substitute at the time of the incidents, police said. …

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by Cecilia Levine
Hartford, CT
Schools
Trump Signs Order to Dismantle Dept of Education Sparking Backlash From CT Democrats, Teachers Trump Signs Order to Dismantle Dept of Education Sparking Backlash From CT Democrats, Teachers
Trump Signs Order to Dismantle Dept of Education Sparking Backlash From CT Democrats, Teachers President Donald Trump fulfilled a campaign promise this week by signing an executive order to begin dismantling the Department of Education. The move has thrilled many Republicans, but Connecticut Democrats fear long-lasting repercussions for the state's most vulnerable students. Trump signed the order Thursday, May 20, in the East Room of the White House, flanked by children. The goal, the president said, is to return school decisions to the states. But such a major overhaul will require congressional approval, meaning it needs some Democratic support. "Everybody knows it’s right, and the…

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by Josh Lanier
Aldie, VA
Schools
Schools Schedule Closures, Delays In Virginia Amid Latest Snow Storm Schools Schedule Closures, Delays In Virginia Amid Latest Snow Storm
Schools Schedule Closures, Delays In Virginia Amid Latest Snow Storm Many schools in Maryland and Virginia will be closed on Wednesday as the region continues to contend with the latest batch of winter weather that brought inches of snow and ice. Some schools were disrupted on Tuesday and dismissed students early, and even more are planning to close for the day on Wednesday, Feb. 12 with as many as six inches accumulating in some areas, leaving conditions on roadways tricky. Among the schools reported to be altering their dismissal times as of 7:15 p.m. on Tuesday:  Alexandria City Public Schools: All virtual; Arlington County Public Schools: Closed W…

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by Zak Failla
Newburgh, NY
Schools
Superintendent Suspended Days After Shooting Outside Newburgh School Superintendent Suspended Days After Shooting Outside Newburgh School
Superintendent Suspended Days After Shooting Outside Newburgh School Newburgh Superintendent Jackielyn Manning-Campbell was suspended with pay during a special board meeting of the Newburgh Enlarged City School District on Thursday, Jan. 23, she confirmed to News12. The board voted 5-4 in favor of the action. Board of Education members declined to comment on the matter, referring to Manning-Campbell only by her identification number, 12325, rather than by name. Earlier that day, Manning-Cambpell released a statement regarding a recent budget audit that allegedly found a multi-million dollar surplus. The suspension came days after police responded to th…

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by Michael Mashburn
Cambridge, MA
News
MA Named Best State For Raising Families In New Study: Find Out Why MA Named Best State For Raising Families In New Study: Find Out Why
MA Named Best State For Raising Families In New Study: Find Out Why Massachusetts leads the U.S. as a place for raising families and two other Northeast states are among the nation's best, according to a new study. WalletHub released its 2025 list of best and worst states to raise a family on Monday, Jan. 13. The personal finance website ranked each state on family-friendliness, evaluating factors like housing affordability, healthcare quality, job security, and education. Massachusetts claimed the top spot, excelling in education and healthcare. The state boasts the nation’s best public schools, the highest rate of children with health insurance, and …

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by Chris Spiker
Atlantic City, NJ
Police & Fire
Atlantic City's Mayor Asked Daughter To 'Twist Up' Abuse Accusations, New Indictment Says Atlantic City's Mayor Asked Daughter To 'Twist Up' Abuse Accusations, New Indictment Says
Atlantic City's Mayor Asked Daughter To 'Twist Up' Abuse Accusations, New Indictment Says Atlantic City's mayor was accused of telling his teen daughter to lie to police after she accused her parents of violent abuse, authorities said. Mayor Marty Small Sr., 50, was indicted by a grand jury on Tuesday, Dec. 17 for third-degree witness tampering, the Atlantic County Prosecutor's Office said in a news release. He was already facing an indictment on child abuse-related charges along with Dr. La'Quetta Small, his wife and superintendent of Atlantic City schools. In the latest indictment, prosecutors said Mayor Small asked his 16-year-old daughter in September to …

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by Chris Spiker
Norwich, CT
Schools
CT Schools Dismissing Early Due To Extreme Weather Conditions CT Schools Dismissing Early Due To Extreme Weather Conditions
CT Schools Dismissing Early Due To Extreme Weather Conditions Schools across Connecticut have announced early dismissals on Wednesday, Dec. 11 due to a storm that is expected to bring up to 60 mph winds and coastal flooding to parts of the state. The following districts are dismissing early: Bolton Public Schools Colchester Public Schools East Hampton Public Schools Groton Public Schools Marianapolis Prep. School (Thompson, CT) Montville Public Schools Preston Public Schools Stonington Public Schools Did we miss one? Email [email protected] The National Weather Service has issued a High Wind Warning for southeast Connecticut, with south winds r…

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by Cecilia Levine
Greenburgh, NY
News
$33K Lottery Ticket Sold At Hartsdale Gas Station $33K Lottery Ticket Sold At Hartsdale Gas Station
$33K Lottery Ticket Sold At Hartsdale Gas Station Someone in Westchester is celebrating a major lottery win after purchasing a top-prize-winning TAKE 5 ticket worth $33,578, officials said. The ticket for the Monday, Dec. 4, TAKE 5 EVENING drawing was sold at Hartsdale Fuel Corp, located at 74 S Central Ave. in Hartsdale, the New York Lottery announced. TAKE 5 drawings are held twice daily at 2:30 p.m. and 10:30 p.m., with players selecting numbers from a field of one through 39. Winners have up to one year from the drawing date to claim their prize. The New York Lottery continues to make a significant impact across the state, contributin…

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by Cecilia Levine
Woodbridge, VA
Schools
Here's When A Bell-To-Bell Cell Phone Ban Will Be Enacted In Prince William County Schools Here's When A Bell-To-Bell Cell Phone Ban Will Be Enacted In Prince William County Schools
Here's When A Bell-To-Bell Cell Phone Ban Will Be Enacted In Prince William County Schools Students in Prince William County will soon have to part ways with their cell phones during the school day, thanks to a newly approved policy aimed at boosting focus and academic success. The Prince William County School Board voted on Wednesday, Dec. 4 to adopt a bell-to-bell cell phone ban for all schools, which will take effect in August 2025.  The policy aligns with Virginia Gov. Glenn Youngkin’s Executive Order 33, promoting cell phone-free learning environments in public schools. “'Bell-to-Bell' means from when the first bell rings at the start of the school day to beg…

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by Zak Failla
Fredericksburg, VA
Business
Check Your Tickets: $1.6M Virginia Lottery 'Cash 5' Jackpot Set To Expire Check Your Tickets: $1.6M Virginia Lottery 'Cash 5' Jackpot Set To Expire
Check Your Tickets: $1.6M Virginia Lottery 'Cash 5' Jackpot Set To Expire Someone in Virginia is about to lose out on a life-changing $1,615,053 lottery prize unless they act fast. officials are cautioning. The winning ticket for the June 11, Cash 5 with EZ Match drawing matched all five numbers—01-12-19-22-31—but no one has claimed the jackpot as of Wednesday, Dec. 4. Under Virginia law, lottery prizes expire after 180 days, officials said.  Since the deadline falls on a Sunday, players have until 5 p.m. on Monday, Dec. 9, to redeem the ticket. After that, the ticket becomes worthless. The ticket was purchased at the Wawa at 7847 Compass Point Lane in Mec…

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by Zak Failla
Morristown, NJ
Schools
These Are Morris County's Top Public Elementary Schools, New Rankings Show These Are Morris County's Top Public Elementary Schools, New Rankings Show
These Are Morris County's Top Public Elementary Schools, New Rankings Show Some of the area's best public elementary schools are right here in Morris County, according to fresh rankings from Niche.com that highlight top-performing schools across the nation.  While Niche ranks schools nationwide, Daily Voice is diving deeper into what makes the area a standout for quality education. Niche’s rankings draw on a comprehensive analysis of academic performance and student life, combining U.S. Department of Education data with test scores, college data, and ratings from millions of Niche users. The meticulous process identifies the schools that excel in academic rig…

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by Cecilia Levine
Paterson, NJ
Schools
These Are Passaic County's Top Public Elementary Schools, New Rankings Show These Are Passaic County's Top Public Elementary Schools, New Rankings Show
These Are Passaic County's Top Public Elementary Schools, New Rankings Show Some of the area's best public elementary schools are right here in Passaic County, according to fresh rankings from Niche.com that highlight top-performing schools across the nation.  While Niche ranks schools nationwide, Daily Voice is diving deeper into what makes the area a standout for quality education. Niche’s rankings draw on a comprehensive analysis of academic performance and student life, combining U.S. Department of Education data with test scores, college data, and ratings from millions of Niche users. The meticulous process identifies the schools that excel in academic ri…

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by Cecilia Levine
Mineola, NY
Schools
These Are Top Public Elementary Schools In Nassau County, New Ranking Shows These Are Top Public Elementary Schools In Nassau County, New Ranking Shows
These Are Top Public Elementary Schools In Nassau County, New Ranking Shows The grades are in and these Long Island schools are head of the class. After considering a number of key areas, the following Nassau County schools were ranked top 5 in Niche’s 2025 “Best Public Elementary Schools in Nassau County” report: No. 1 - Village Elementary School in Syosset No. 2 - Walt Whitman Elementary School in Woodbury No. 3 - South Grove Elementary School in Syosset No. 4 - Jeffrey Ratner Robert Seaman Elementary School in Jericho No. 5 - Baylis Elementary School in Plainview All five elementary schools earned an overall grade of A+, receiving top marks in the academics…

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by Michael Mashburn
Hackensack, NJ
Schools
These Are Bergen County's Top Public Elementary Schools, New Rankings Show These Are Bergen County's Top Public Elementary Schools, New Rankings Show
These Are Bergen County's Top Public Elementary Schools, New Rankings Show Some of New Jersey’s best public elementary schools are right here in Bergen County, according to fresh rankings from Niche.com that highlight top-performing schools across the nation.  While Niche ranks schools nationwide, Daily Voice is diving deeper into what makes Bergen County a standout for quality education. Niche’s rankings draw on a comprehensive analysis of academic performance and student life, combining U.S. Department of Education data with test scores, college data, and ratings from millions of Niche users. This meticulous process identifies the schools that excel in acad…

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by Cecilia Levine
Hackensack, NJ
Schools
New Rankings Reveal NJ's Top Public Elementary Schools: See The Best Of The Best New Rankings Reveal NJ's Top Public Elementary Schools: See The Best Of The Best
New Rankings Reveal NJ's Top Public Elementary Schools: See The Best Of The Best Niche.com has released brand-new rankings putting New Jersey's public elementary schools on the map as some of the best in the country. The top school in New Jersey is Wyoming Elementary School in Millburn, which is No. 64 in the United States, according to Niche. The school received an A+ for both teachers and academics and an A for diversity. The top elementary schools in New Jersey, according to Niche, are: 1. Wyoming Elementary School (Millburn Township School District, K-4) 2. Alpine Elementary School (Alpine, K-8) 3. Hartshorn Elementary School (Millburn Township School D…

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by Cecilia Levine