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Andrew Jackson was often dressed as and compared to a king in negative campaign cartoons and depictions due to his authoritarian tendencies.

This is the second in a series delving into the complexities of elections to provide a better understanding of one of Americans’ most precious privileges, the right to vote. While most people … more

By Will Sheeline | 3/1/24

At Monday’s news conference, Cornnie Kaufman held a photo of her granddaughter, who died of complications of fentanyl consumption. Kaufman was joined by County Legislators Delia DeRiggi-Whitton, far left, Arnold Drucker, Scott Davis and Siela Bynoe.

Call for fentanyl strips intensifies amid opioid crisis

Paige Gibbons had a sleepover with two friends in 2022. Gibbons, of Glen Cove, and one of the other girls bought what they thought was Percocet from an illicit dealer, hoping to ease some of their … more

By Roksana Amid | 3/1/24

Kellen Curry said he was prompted to run for the 3rd C.D. seat by the revelations about George Santos’ lies, as well as the Biden administration’s ‘disgraceful’ withdrawal from Afghanistan.

Kellen Curry explains why he’s running against Representative George Santos

Kellen Curry spent eight years serving the United States in the Air Force, and after a stint in the private sector, he is looking to return to public service as one of the challengers for U.S. Rep. … more

By Will Sheeline | 7/23/23

A rendering of the proposed development was shared at the meeting.

Development sparks anger, tensions

At a Planning Board meeting on March 5, the atmosphere inside the packed City Hall chamber was charged with anticipation, tension, and anger over another proposed large-scale mixed-use development in … more

By Roksana Amid | 3/15/24

Unaffiliated voters are unable to vote in primaries in New York state.

Will ‘blanks’ decide election outcomes

This is the fourth story in a series exploring the complexities of elections, to provide a better understanding of one of Americans’ most precious privileges, the right to vote. The number of … more

By Laura Lane | 3/29/24

Glen Cove mayor Pamela Panzenbeck, who was challenged by Democrat George Maragos, a former Nassau County comptroller, was re-elected by a large margin.

Panzenbeck secures Glen Cove Mayoral victory with 62 percent of the Vote

Pamela Panzenbeck, the affable, optimistic former Glen Cove city councilwoman, will remain the city’s mayor, unofficially winning roughly 62 percent of the vote on Tuesday in her race against … more

By Roksana Amid | 11/10/23

U.S. Rep. George Santos is facing new scrutiny as he compares himself to advocate Rosa Parks and embezzles campaign funds.

Democrats in the House of Representatives hope to censure George Santos

It can be difficult to keep up with U.S. Rep. George Santos’ long list of falsehoods. For seven months, state Republicans and Democrats alike have called for his resignation from Congress while … more

By Roksana Amid | 7/23/23

Former Congressman Tom Suozzi was joined by the leaders and members of several environmental organizations, who endorsed him for his strong stance on climate change and wildlife and open space conservation.

Environment concerns Suozzi and Pilip

As the special election for New York’s 3rd Congressional District approaches, members of local environmental groups and North Shore residents gathered at Sea Cliff Beach on Jan. 11 to declare … more

By Will Sheeline | 1/26/24

Mike Sapraicone says he’s going after the congressional seat currently held by U.S. Rep. George Santos. The businessman’s priorities are in security and providing constituent service, an area in which he says Santos has been failing.

Mike Sapraicone announces candidacy for New York's 3rd Congressional District

George Santos seems to be entrenching himself in his congressional seat representing the North Shore and parts of Queens. But one Glen Head resident believes he has what it takes to not only … more

By Will Sheeline | 8/6/23

New York House Republicans have introduced a bill to expel Representative George Santos from Congress.

House Republicans introduce resolution to expel George Santos

This week has been a tough one for the fabulist Representative George Santos, who on Tuesday saw 10 additional charges added to his indictment. Then House Republicans, led by New York Representative … more

By Will Sheeline | 10/11/23

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