Republican legislative candidate Howard Kopel’s attempt to gain another ballot line in the Nov. 3 election was thwarted on Sept. 30 when a referee in Nassau County Supreme Court invalidated his …
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Paul Shapiro
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10/8/09
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SNCH cancer center given $20k gift
The Long Island 2-Day Breast Cancer Walk (LI2DAY) awarded South Nassau Communities Hospital’s Cancer Center with a $20,000 gift in support of its breast …
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10/8/09
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For all members of the Boy Scouts of America, the coveted rank of Eagle Scout, the organization's highest rank and honor, is the ultimate goal. For everyone trying for the rank, a community service …
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Alex Costello
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10/8/09
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Island Park Mayor Jim Ruzicka was told two weeks ago by the Long Island Power Authority that the utility had decided not to purchase the Barrett Power Plant in Island Park. School Superintendent Dr. Rosemarie Bovino was also told of LIPA’s decision. But no one is happy about it.
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Alex Costello
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10/8/09
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Anthony J. Santino is seeking a fifth term as a councilman for the Town of Hempstead's fourth district, vowing to “continue to manage your tax dollars in tough times.”
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Mary Malloy
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10/8/09
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Jean Brett-Leach, the Democratic candidate for councilwoman in the Town of Hempstead 4th District who is running against Councilman Anthony Santino (R-East Rockaway), says she promises to work hard, fix problems for district residents and reduce government spending.
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Judy Rattner
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10/8/09
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George Maragos, CEO of a financial services business, is challenging two-term incumbent Howard Weitzman in the race for Nassau County comptroller. Maragos said that the county’s finances have been poorly managed for the past eight years, and he believes his experience can bring needed change.
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Andrew Hackmack
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10/8/09
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From breaking news updates on 1010 WINS, to traffic reports on Z100, to sports recaps on WCBS 880, to political debates on national television, the alumni of Hofstra University’s radio station can be heard across the metropolitan area and around the country.
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Andrew Coen
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10/7/09
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Although the Herald Community Newspapers have had an online presence since 1999, an expanded, more comprehensive Web site has recently been launched to help readers keep in closer touch with their communities. The new LIHerald.com has more news, sports, local business and arts coverage and event listings than ever before.
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Andrew Hackmack
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10/7/09
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The public is invited to the League of Women Voters' candidates forum on Oct. 26 at 7 p.m. at the Hewlett-Woodmere Public Library, 1125 Broadway, Hewlett. Details...
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Herald staff
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10/6/09
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