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Dozens showed up outside of the Hempstead Town Hall to rally for a fair redistricting process. They claim town officials are not looking to properly represent some of the population changes in the town, including a growth in communities filled with people of color.
Town council faces battle over redistricting
Dozens of neighbors rallied outside of Hempstead Town Hall last week demanding transparency, fair representation and free speech in the efforts to draw new lines for six town districts. Those who … more
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Nassau County Police Department commissioner Patrick Ryder held up stolen catalytic converters as well as bags of the metallic dust the precious metals inside them are grounded into during a news conference last week highlighting a major theft ring bust. This bag is likely worth thousands of dollars, according to officials.
Police bust catalytic converter theft ring
Those worried they might be next to have valuable parts stolen from their cars can breathe a small sigh of relief. more
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The Nassau Community College Foundation honored Hempstead town supervisor Don Clavin, NICE Bus chief executive Jack Khzouz, NCC administrator Charmian Smith, and Richner Communications, parent company of Herald community Newspapers, during a fundraising gala last week.
Clavin, Khzouz, Smith, Richner honored at gala
It was a night to remember, and a night to recognize the people and businesses that help make Nassau Community College what it is. more
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Political science professor Daniel Magleby tells a Nassau County Legislature redistricting committee last week its maps from both Democrats and Republicans show clear gerrymandering. Final maps determining who will represent who at the county level are expected as early as this week.
GOP, Dems can’t agree on district maps
Nassau County Republicans and Democrats remained far apart when it comes to redistricting the county legislature. And as a final map is expected to be released this week — if not already … more
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Mickheila Jasmin-Beamon, of Elmont, a Fall 2022 Law Assistant, with District Attorney Anne T. Donnelly.Jasmin-Beamon is now an assistant district attorney.
Nassau County District Attorney welcomes class of law assistants
The Nassau County District Attorney’s Office welcomed its Fall 2022 class of 24 Law Assistants on Sept. 6th. The new recruits began with a four-week training program, which included practical … more
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Nassau County Executive Bruce Blakeman, flanked by Nassau County Police Department Commissioner Patrick Ryder and Tatum Fox, the deputy county executive, pledged to support New York’s new gun laws while still hoping they are ultimately overturned, during a news conference last week.
Blakeman reluctantly supports 'safe zones'
The U.S. Supreme Court has weighed in on a number of controversial topics as of late. But while a lot of attention is paid to the overturn of Roe v. Wade, another salient issue has seemingly been overshadowed: gun rights. more
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Mental Health Association of Nassau County is hosting their inaugural Overdose Prevention & Awareness Walk Saturday, Oct. 8 at  Jones Beach State Park Field 5. Above, the nonproft's Executive Director Jeff McQueen.
Overdose Awareness and Prevention Walk at Jones Beach, Saturday
The Mental Health Association of Nassau County is hosting their inaugural Overdose Prevention & Awareness Walk Saturday, Oct. 8 at  Jones Beach State Park Field 5. more
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Nassau County Executive Bruce Blakeman said he was directing nearly $2.5 million to opioid addiction treatment centers. The funds are part of $70 million the county received from the historic $26 billion nationwide settlement with opioid distributors and manufacturers, in an effort to bring the opioid addiction crisis under control.
County funds set aside for opioid crisis
Nassau County has nearly $70 million collecting a little dust in a bank account — but not for long. County Executive Bruce Blakeman has earmarked $2.5 million for opioid addiction treatment, … more
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Nassau County’s Temporary Districting Advisory Commission meets every 10 years after a census to consider redrawing county legislative lines. This time around, some of the people who live in those existing districts are asking for more diversity and inclusion.
Nassau voters say they’re tired of redistricting
It’s a unique opportunity to reshape town lines and political power within Nassau County — an occasion that comes just once every decade. more
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The first 'Soirēe Under the Stars' in 2017 helped raise money for Mount Sinai South Nassau. After a coronavirus-created break, the cocktail event returns to The Seawane Club on Saturday, Sept. 17.
Mount Sinai South Nassau brings back 'Soirée Under the Stars'
Supporters of Mount Sinai South Nassau are set to gather once again at The Seawane Club on Saturday, Sept. 17, to help raise funds for hospital projects that are expected to expand services along the South Shore. more
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