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Assemblywoman Michaelle Solages joins lawmakers and supporters like Assemblyman David Weprin, at left, and state Sen. Brad Hoylman-Sigal, at right, to call on her colleagues to support the Local Journalism Sustainability Act. The measure — currently included in the senate’s One House budget — would provide tax credits to local news outlets, so they can keep local reporters on the ground and covering communities.
Lawmakers, publishers rally in Albany to save local news
An advocacy group determined to save local news in New York rallied in Albany in an effort to bring more lawmakers to their cause. more
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Hedy Page, front, a local artist and honoree this year, and Johanna Mathieson presenting a 2018 painting by Page inspired by the people and programs at the Magnolia Community Center.
Long Beach set to celebrate its Women’s History with these events
Long Beach is embracing the spirit of Women’s History Month with three events celebrating the accomplishments of local women and their contributions to the community. The Kiwanis Club will … more
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More than 3,000 newspapers have closed across the country since 2005, resulting in countless communities losing essential platforms for sharing their stories. The Empire State Local News Coalition intends to reverse that by advancing new legislation and initiatives that would protect jobs, and incentivize small business to advertise.
Coalition formed to advocate for local journalism
A statewide group of local news organizations — comprising of more than 100 newspapers across New York — has launched The Empire State Local News Coalition, a joint advocacy effort to advance a legislative package intended to deliver long-term sustainability to the sector. more
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Artists in Partnership has been sharing art through different mediums in Long Beach for over 20 years.
AIP and Long Beach Public Library host performance for Black History Month
In honor of Black History Month, Artists in Partnership hosted “Harriet Tubman: Herself” on Sunday afternoon, captivating audiences with an interactive and educational one-woman show. … more
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The CDBG grant plays a crucial role in supporting improvements to parks and playgrounds. Magnolia Park was redone last year.
Community speaks on development block grant at city council meeting
Long Beach community members voiced their opinions and suggestions regarding the city’s forthcoming Community Development Block Grant application to Nassau County at Tuesday’s council … more
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The Long Beach Historical Society hopes to bring groovy tunes and history together for residents.
Teaming up for a groovy gala
The Long Beach Historical Society is set to host a nostalgic blast from the past with its “Woodstock Revisited Gala” at Temple Emanu-El on Saturday, March 9. The event is scheduled … more
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Members of the Martin Luther King Center proudly walked with banners and song to remember Dr. King.
Community braves the cold for this annual march
The annual Martin Luther King, Jr. March and Ceremony took place Monday, as the community came together to honor his legacy. The annual march, hosted by The Martin Luther King Center began at … more
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The annual march has gone through all sorts of weather and times, even Covid.
March and celebration returns to Long Beach
The Martin Luther King Center is set to host the annual Martin Luther King, Jr. Day parade and celebration on Monday, Jan. 15. The march will step off from Laurelton Boulevard and West Park … more
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Elmont’s call for a community center
Now, more than ever, our community stands at the precipice of transformation. The vision of a comprehensive community center in Elmont is possible. It is imperative for every resident to participate in this collective process. Stand with us as we work toward building a vibrant, thriving community center that embodies the very essence of Elmont’s spirit. more
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What in the world will 2024 bring?
With the old year having ended and the New Year just beginning, I’m once again going through my routine of looking back on the previous year’s memories and trying to anticipate what the next one might hold. more
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