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Residents speak out on New York’s bail reform bill
Before the state’s $175.5 billion budget deal was completed last Sunday, constituents of State Sen. Todd Kaminsky held a demonstration outside his Rockville Centre office on March 26. Among the … more
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Many community members said they disapprove of the Metropolitan Transportation Authority’s recent decision to increase Long Island Rail Road fares, including Lynbrook residents, who have dealt with a dilapidated station. Above and below, renderings of what the Lynbrook train station will look like after a planned $17.9 million overhaul that is set to begin in the spring.
Lynbrook, East Rockaway residents blast LIRR rate hike
Starting in May, Long Island Rail Road commuters will pay more per ride, after the Metropolitan Transportation Authority board voted on Feb. 27 to increase fares. The Lynbrook station is due for repairs, starting in spring. more
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Amazon never really understood our region
Who’s to blame for Amazon’s sudden departure last Thursday? That was the big question as news of the tech giant’s decision to nix plans to locate its second headquarters in Long Island City filtered out to the public. more
State Assembly Speaker Carl Heastie, left at lectern, and Senate Majority Leader Andrea Stewart Cousins announced that a package of tighter gun restrictions was passed by the State Legislature on Jan. 29.
Legislators tighten New York's gun laws
On Jan. 30, state lawmakers approved the first new gun control laws since the Secure Ammunition and Firearms Enforcement Act passed in 2013. Gun control advocates cheered the further tightening … more
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Lawmakers plan to host hearings on the state of the Long Island Rail Road's on-time performance. The LIRR recently came under fire for not upgrading the Lynbrook station, before announcing a $17.9 million rehabilitation project, which is scheduled to start in the spring.
Lawmakers to host hearings on state of the Long Island Rail Road
State lawmakers recently sent a letter to Long Island Rail Road President Phillip Eng, informing him that they planned to host hearings about the dismal state of the railroad. more
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Some New Year’s wishes for our leaders
As we begin a new year, I’d like to share some of my wishes for the next 12 months for our leaders at all levels of government. Let’s start on Long Island. more
In Albany, create a suburban State Senate caucus
How can voter-rich Long Island maintain its political influence in a State Senate chamber that will have an overwhelming number of New York City legislators next year? It will be a challenge that the Senate’s new Democratic leadership will need to master . . . more
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Democrat Judy Griffin unseated Lynbrook resident Brian Curran in the 21st Assembly District.
Brian Curran falls to Judy Griffin in 21st Assembly District
Democrat Judy Griffin defeated incumbent Brian Curran in the 21st Assembly District in Tuesday’s election. Griffin, a Rockville Centre community activist and a former director of community outreach … more
The Governor’s Office of Storm Recovery is seeking to renovate Hempstead Lake State Park, but residents are concerned about the environmental and historical impact.
Project to remove trees at Hempstead Lake State Park raise concerns
The Governor’s Office of Storm Recovery hosted an environmental review hearing at the Rockville Centre Public Library last week on a proposed $35 million project to rejuvenate Hempstead Lake State … more
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After Superintendent Dr. Melissa Burak filed a petition to end voting in schools, the Board of Elections moved Lynbrook’s polling place from Marion Street to South Middle School.
Lynbrook, East Rockaway officials push to end voting in schools
With Election Day less than three weeks away and amid a push from Lynbrook and East Rockaway school officials to put an end to voting in schools, two bills in the State Senate would eliminate the practice. more
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