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Patti, Steven and Conor McDonald were recently inducted into Irish America magazine’s Hall of Fame, the first family in the publication’s history to receive the distinction.

Asked about their Irish heritage, the McDonalds — Patti, the mayor of Malverne, her husband, Steven, and their son, Conor — who were all recently inducted into Irish America … more

By Emily Webb | 4/8/14

Farewell to two accomplished public servants

In an era when too many politicians seem to be focused primarily on staying in office, U.S. Rep. Carolyn McCarthy has announced that she will be stepping down, and State Sen. Charles Fuschillo Jr. has already done so. more

1/16/14

State Sen. Charles Fuschillo Jr., center, announced on Tuesday that he would step down as of 11:59 p.m. on Dec. 31 to become chief executive officer of the Alzheimer’s Foundation of America.

Senator Fuschillo stepping down

In a New Year’s Eve surprise, State Sen. Charles Fuschillo Jr., a popular Republican from Merrick, announced that he would step down at 11:59 p.m. on Dec. 31 to become chief executive officer of the Alzheimer’s Foundation of America. more

By Scott Brinton | 12/31/13

"Plaza Theatrical Productions stages "I Do! I Do!" in Bellmore on Sunday,

What's happening on Long Island this weekend

Exhibits and more... AftermodernisM: Works on PaperThe next in the series that began in June focusing on a group of five contemporary artists, continues with an exploration of the drawing skills … more

10/30/13

Mangano is sending Nassau County back to the bad old days

I’ve been reading former U.S. Sen. Al D’Amato’s last few columns, extolling the virtues of Republican County Executive Ed Mangano. more

10/10/13

With legal immigration must come border security

One of the more contentious issues in this country over the past decade has been immigration reform. In last year’s presidential election, Mitt Romney garnered only 27 percent of the Hispanic vote as a result of the failure by the Republican Party to pass an immigration overhaul bill that would make it easier for immigrants to gain citizenship. more

7/10/13

Finding beauty beyond America's borders

Squads of muscled police officers in slate-colored jumpsuits crowded together on the sidewalk as we made our way up Stamboliiski Boulevard in Sofia, Bulgaria, on June 23, two days after we touched down in the country’s capital. more

By Scott Brinton | 7/10/13

It's time for those holiday fireworks, beginning Saturday in Eisenhower Park.

Fireworks set the tone for a grand Independence Day salute

Let the fireworks begin – as we get ready to celebrate our nation’s birthday. more

By Karen Bloom | 6/26/13

Boy Scouts decision: half a loaf is better than none

The decision of the Boy Scouts of America to allow gay boys to join its ranks is heartening, even though it is at least a decade late. The decision to keep outlawing gay men as leaders is not … more

By Howard Schwach | 6/11/13

Legislator Fran Becker (left), Malverne Trustee Mike Bally, Senior Councilman Anthony J. Santino, Malverne Mayor Patti Ann McDonald, Councilman James Darcy, Troop Leader Joe Resch, Malverne Trustee Jack O’Brien, and Assemblyman Brian Curran and new Eagle Scouts (L-R) John Robert Mallen,

Political leaders honor eagle scouts

Town of Hempstead Senior Councilman Anthony J. Santino and Assemblyman Brian Curran joined Malverne Mayor Patty Ann McDonald and others to recognize new Boy Scouts of America Troop #24 Eagle Scouts … more

6/11/13

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