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By the steps of the U.S. Capitol Building sits freshly elected Anthony D’Esposito, a Republican from Island Park, getting ready for his first day in Congress.
D’Esposito in driver’s seat to House floor
He was an obscure candidate from Island Park who went up against a Republican powerhouse — and won. His name was Al D’Amato, who would go on to serve 18 years in the U.S. Senate before … more
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‘Energy efficient’ may become a contradiction in terms
Hearings are getting under way on a proposal to socialize energy on Long Island. It would make the Long Island Power Authority the region’s sole entity responsible for keeping our lights on. more
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The challenges for the Long Island Four
Once upon a time, there was a group known as the Long Island Nine. They were the nine Republican state senators . . . more
50 years of a better world thanks to Title IX
Although the Civil Rights Act of 1964 tackled all kinds of discrimination when it came to employment and public accommodation, it bothered Sen. Birch Bayh that the bill failed to address sex discrimination at schools. more
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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Hislon Jewelers on Merrick Road in Merrick has its roots in the famous Hislon Watches, from Jeff Kaspar’s family. From left were Hempstead Town Clerk Kate Murray, Business and Marketing Manager and wife Adrien Ricci, son Rocco, owner Jeff Kaspar, President of the Merrick Chamber of Commerce Ira Reiter, jejweler Ibo and his son Ali, Merrick Chamber of Commerce member Joe Baker and County Legislator Steve Rhoads.
From Turkey to Long Island, Merrick jeweler runs a gem of a business
It’s been 12 years since Jeff Kaspar brought Hislon from Turkey to Long Island. But the owner of Hislon Jewelers is finding plenty of success — in Merrick. more
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Top Lawyer honorees enjoying dinner during the awards ceremony with friends, family and loved ones.
Top Lawyers honored during annual Heritage Club event
Deserving attorneys from across the region gathered at the Heritage Club in Bethpage on Sept. 13 to be honored at the Third Annual Herald Top Lawyers Awards Gala. Honorees were awarded for their … more
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Banning books is un-American
Last week was Banned Books Week, a time to spotlight censorship and attempts across the country to take books off library shelves. more
Nunley’s Carousel is a treasured memory for many in Nassau County and beyond, and is expected to continue influencing generations now that it’s being operated by the Long Island Children’s Museum on Uniondale’s Museum Row.
Nunley’s Carousel returns to awe new generation of riders
T hey were large mechanical carousels, populated by gorgeous wood-carved representations of horses with strong and aggressive manes, open mouths and batwing saddles. They were named after the … more
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One of Inwood resident Michael Delia's many portraits.
Inwood artist finds joy in drawing all kinds of portraits
A psychic once told Michael Delia that in his past life, he was a 16th-century Italian artist. While he does not have over 400 years worth of work to show for it, Delia’s artistic career in this life has been no less interesting.  more
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