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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

A recent forum hosted by Empire State Voices and the Economic Security Project offered a comprehensive exploration of the intersection of race and economics in Long Island, featuring Assemblywoman Michaelle Solages and community activists. more

By Brandon Cruz | 3/7/24

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

Assemblywoman Michaelle Solages, with microphone, joined community advocates in Valley Stream to call on the state Department of Public Service to deny Liberty Utilities’ petition to increase New York’s water rates.

Why Assemblywoman Michaelle Solages urges residents to say 'no' to water rate hike

Assemblywoman Michaelle Solages, along with several community advocates gathered in Valley Stream to urge the state Department of Public Service to deny Liberty Utilities’ petition for a 35 … more

By Caroline Kelly | 7/9/23

Deadline draws near for New York to achieve its climate goals. Here's why Assemblywoman Michaelle Solages and climate activists say Albany needs to fast-track its efforts.

Assemblywoman Mich-aelle Solages rallied with members of the Long Island Progressive Coalition in Mill Brook Park to show their support for the “Climate, Jobs, and Justice” legislative … more

By Caroline Kelly | 6/18/23

he 2023 Women of Distinction Ceremony recognized 12 women in Assemblywoman Michaelle Solages’ 22nd Assembly District for their acts of leadership, community involvement and grassroots work. Solages is going on 10 years of organizing this event.

This Women's History Month: Honoring these remarkable hometown women from Valley Stream to Elmont

Just in time for Women’s History Month, the 10th annual Women of Distinction Ceremony made its triumphant return earlier this month after a Covid-19 hiatus. Started by Assemblywoman … more

By Juan Lasso | 3/26/23

Assemblywoman Michaelle Solages has a lot of projects going on at once in Albany, but she says she hasn’t lost sight of what’s important back home — including a new community center in Elmont.

Solages sees people, Long Island all first

Michaelle Solages is a seasoned lawmaker, having spent a decade in the Assembly. During her time, the Democrat and her district have seen some of the most turbulent times in recent memory, all thanks … more

By Juan Lasso | 11/3/22

Leaders in the emerging cannabis industry sat down with neighbors and local officials to talk about the ups and downs of how the cannabis industry is rolling out. Jessica Nassaint, left, a former cannabinoid dispensary owner from Valley Stream, joined Esther Lelievre, Assemblywoman Kimberly Jean-Pierre, Cannabis Control Board chair Tremaine Wright, Osbert Orduna and Carmine Fiore.

Cannabis startups fight for foothold

Jessica Nassaint took her seat at Babylon Town Hall, rubbing shoulders with a virtual who’s who of the cannabis industry. There were union leaders, local officials, political advocacy … more

By Juan Lasso | 6/16/22

Re-elect Judy Griffin in Assembly District 21

The Herald endorses State Assemblywoman Judy Griffin in the race for the seat in the 21st District. In her first term, Griffin has been a forceful advocate for her constituents in Albany, … more

10/26/20

Matthew Cohen, vice president of government affairs for the Long Island Association, far left; Valley Stream District 13 Superintendent Constance Evelyn; State Sen. Monica Martinez; Pre-K Initiative Coordinator Lucinda Hurley; State Assemblywoman Michaelle Solages and Sara Morrison, who represented the Family Leadership Network, attended the check presentation on July 23. The group had helped secure $475,000 to explore ways to expand pre-kindergarten services on Long Island.

State earmarks $475,000 to expand preschool access on Long Island

Long Island could be getting one step closer to implementing a universal preschool program with the allocation of $475,000 from the state budget to fund an initiative called the Regional Pre-K … more

By Melissa Koenig | 8/1/19

Local schools receive special state funding

Several school districts represented by New York State Assemblywoman Michaelle C. Solages received good news this week in the form of “bullet aid grants.” These grants were furnished to … more

7/9/15

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