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Whatever happened to a fabled Democratic machine?

This column could have many titles. One might be, “Is there a Democratic Party in Nassau County?” Another could read, “Whatever Happened to the once proud Democratic machine in Long Beach?" more

11/16/23

Cuomo needs to fund the developmentally disabled

Recently, a unique mobile rally and car parade commemorated the 33rd anniversary of the closure of Willowbrook Psychiatric Hospital on Staten Island. Opened in 1947, Willowbrook was, by today’s standards, a horrific institution . . . more

By Harvey Weisenberg | 10/1/20

Governor: Direct caregivers deserve a ‘living wage’

Many of the most vulnerable people in our society are cared for by some of the strongest. Looking out for a child or adult with developmental disabilities can be trying . . . more

3/30/17

2016 – Oh, what a year it was!

We are close to the end of what has been a historic year. So many things happened affecting so many people . . . more

12/22/16

Kaminsky and McGrath run for the State Senate

Assemblyman Todd Kaminsky (D-Long Beach), who for nearly a month remained silent on whether he would seek the vacant State Senate seat left open by former Senate Majority Leader Dean Skelos, formally … more

By JEFFREY BESSEN and ANTHONY RIFILATO | 2/3/16

Long Beach, it’s time to vote for change

God has blessed the City of Long Beach with a magnificent oceanfront and a fabulous bay area along Reynolds Channel. For years it has attracted thousands of visitors to vacation or to spend a day relaxing at the beach. But the city has gone through some very tough times . . . more

10/29/15

Todd Kaminsky being sworn in as a NY Assemblyman by Senator Schumer. Todd’s wife Ellen is by his side. Ellen smile shows how proud she is of his accomplishments.

Kaminsky sworn in

Senator Chuck Schumer swore in Todd Kaminsky as Assemblyman for the 20th district Jan. 4th in Long Beach. more

By Barbra Rubin-Perry | 1/7/15

Todd Kaminsky, with his wife, Ellen, was sworn in by U.S. Sen. Charles Schumer last Sunday.

Schumer swears Kaminsky into Assembly

In what many described as an unprecedented turnout by leaders of both political parties and residents representing a diverse cross-section of Long Beach, U.S. Sen. Charles Schumer swore Democratic … more

By Anthony Rifilato | 1/7/15

Before the storm: Prepare yourself

Hurricane Sandy taught Long Island residents that in an emergency or a disaster you need to be able to care for yourself and each other, not count on outside help; it may not be coming. To that end, New York State and Nassau County are holding a series citizen preparedness seminars so there will be a cadre of local individuals who will be able to assist others if the need arises. more

By Barbra Rubin-Perry | 12/10/14

Ellen Weisenberg, left, Todd Kaminsky and Assemblyman Harvey Weisenberg at Billy's Beach Cafe on Tuesday.

Kaminsky wins State Assembly race

Long Beach resident Todd Kaminsky won the majority of votes in his State Assembly bid on Tuesday, and was called the new “shining star” of Albany by Nassau County Democratic Committee Chairman … more

By Anthony Rifilato | 11/5/14

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