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We need stronger enforcement of youth vaping laws

Parents, teachers and school administrators on Long Island all understand the gravity of the youth vaping epidemic. Young people are using vaping devices at alarming rates, exposing themselves to nicotine and numerous other dangerous chemicals that have adverse effects on their health. New York state must respond to this crisis by requiring greater transparency when it comes to the sale of vaping products, holding distributors accountable for illegal sales and rigorously enforcing penalties for bad actors. more

By Michaelle Solages | 3/29/24

Assemblywoman Michaelle Solages speaking on the state of the ‘Black economy,’ the benefits of recent legislation, and the impact of current congressional gridlock on government spending.

Exploring the intersection of race and economics on Long Island

Since the earliest chapters of its history, the United States has left its share of scars on the country’s social and economic landscape, to say the least. Now, with a legacy of slavery, … more

By Brandon Cruz | 3/15/24

Investing in clean water for a healthier Long Island

With rising fears of contaminated drinking water for residents across Long Island, I am disappointed by Gov. Kathy Hochul’s proposal to cut $250 million from the Clean Water Infrastructure Act. … more

By Michaelle Solages | 2/16/24

Elmont’s call for a community center

Now, more than ever, our community stands at the precipice of transformation. The vision of a comprehensive community center in Elmont is possible. It is imperative for every resident to participate in this collective process. Stand with us as we work toward building a vibrant, thriving community center that embodies the very essence of Elmont’s spirit. more

By Michaelle Solages | 1/5/24

Community gardens nourish our neighborhoods

Improving the environment doesn’t always entail a big undertaking. It can start small, with local, eco-friendly initiatives like . . . more

By Michaelle Solages | 11/16/23

Carrié Solages won a comfortable victory over first-time challenger Sheharyar Ali in the Nassau County Legislature race, joining sweeping wins for incumbents in Valley Stream, according to Tuesday’s election results.

General Elections 2023: Incumbents sweep Valley Stream races

Voters across Long Island went to the polls Tuesday to cast their ballots, and Carrié Solages picked up a decisive victory over his Republican opponent, Sheharyar Ali, retaining his seat in … more

By Juan Lasso | 11/8/23

A neighborhood filled with grief over last month’s shooting on Ocean Avenue is coping with the trauma of gun violence. Above, a street memorial.

How bullets can harm a Valley Stream neighborhood long after the violence

The boom of gunfire sent dozens running for cover at an illegal party at an event space at Ocean Avenue late last month. That night, the lives of five young people became collateral damage in what … more

By Juan Lasso | 9/15/23

This is how a backyard jazz concert in Valley Stream makes public debut

Dr. Herold Simon’s first memory of jazz goes back to his youth, when he spent summer days with his father, a custodian, walking the streets of New York City and seeing the sights. “He … more

By Juan Lasso | 8/20/23

Here's why Assemblywoman Michaelle Solages is urging schools to join this universal free meal program

Assemblywoman Michaelle Solages and her colleague from Queens, Jessica Gonzalez-Rojas, gathered hunger advocates, teachers and community members at the Valley Stream Forest Road Elementary School on … more

By Caroline Kelly and Juan Lasso | 8/6/23

Safety improvements funded by a $550,000 traffic study to be approved by the Nassau County Legislature in August will focus on Dutch Broadway. Above, a digital speed indicator is just one of the several improvements motorists may see.

Improvements to make Dutch Broadway safer, explained

Nassau County’s public works, finance and rules committees look to make a $550,000 investment in a traffic study to make Dutch Broadway, a road that runs between Elmont and Valley Stream, safer … more

By Rei Wolfsohn | 7/30/23

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