When Gary Sgroi injured his back lifting weights more than 30 years ago, he didn’t realize the long-term impact that would have on his life. Eventually, he healed, but treating others with back ailments became his calling. more

The race for the New York State Legislature’s 14th Assembly District pits the incumbent, Republican David McDonough, of North Merrick, against Gaspare Tumminello, a Democrat from Merrick, who is deputy chief of staff for the Nassau County Legislature’s Democratic minority. Tumminello, a native of Franklin Square, had previously run unsuccessfully for Nassau County legislator in the 8th District in 2009. This year, the Herald asked each of the candidates to fill in a four-question survey about their positions on salient state issues. The 14th Assembly District takes in all or parts of Freeport, Roosevelt, Merrick, North Merrick, Bellmore, North Bellmore, Wantagh, North Wantagh, Seaford and Massapequa. more

In less than three weeks, voters will make their choices in state, federal and judicial races. Wantagh residents and business owners got to meet some of these candidates on Oct. 7, when the Chamber of Commerce hosted its second annual Meet the Candidates night at Mulcahy’s. more

Seaford’s business community runs the gamut from small shops, to restaurants, to service professionals. All are invited to attend the Seaford Chamber of Commerce’s upcoming open house, which will be held at the firehouse. more

Steven Krieger, Esq., Principal of the Engel-Burman Group, addressed the Seaford Chamber of Commerce regarding the Seasons at Seaford, a 55+ Lifestyle Community to be constructed on the site … more

Bellmore is ready to welcome thousands of area residents to its grand yearly celebration that is a staple of the fall festival season. more