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Members of the Nassau County Police Department remove their hats during one of several prayers shared during the Nassau County’s 9/11 Remembrance Ceremony and Musical Tribute at Eisenhower Park on Monday.

It’s been 22 years since our world changed forever when our nation was attacked. But for so many like Susan Hutchins, it still feels like Sept. 11, 2001 — the day she lost her son, West Hempstead’s Kevin Nathaniel Colbert, in the South Tower of the World Trade Center. more

By Michael Hinman | 9/18/23

New housing on L.I.? Not in my backyard.

A poll conducted by nextLI/Newsday discovered a not-so-puzzling contradiction. A majority of Long Island residents want more local housing options . . . more

By Alan Singer | 9/7/23

Our children’s education can’t be all about numbers

Imagine students who can not only grasp the concepts of STEM courses through the diligent application of the scientific method, but also generate original and thought-provoking work in the humanities. more

By Daniel Rehman | 8/31/23

Election integrity in New York?

Over the past 20-something years, election integrity has become a hot-button issue in our country. In 2000, Democrats claimed that George W. Bush was an illegitimate president . . . more

By Brian Curran | 7/27/23

NYS Senator Patricia Canzoneri-Fitzpatrick

How can you honor a veteran?

Looking for a way to honor a veteran? Senator Patricia Canzoneri-Fitzpatrick is seeking nominations for the New York State Senate’s Veterans Hall of Fame, an online tribute to the … more

By Mark Nolan | 7/23/23

Threats to LGBTQ community loomed large this Pride Month

As usual, Long Island and New York showed up for Pride, but for many in our community, this year felt different. more

By David Kilmnick | 7/6/23

Column writing through hell and high water

I wrote my heart out after 9/11, scribbled my way through blackouts, epic blizzards, hurricanes and, for three years, the pandemic. more

6/15/23

Seaford High School's Ryan Stephens mentored a national award-winning student. Now he is, according to New York State, a 'Master Teacher.'

Ryan Stephens, a math teacher at Seaford High School with a particular interest in computer science, has been named to the New York State Master Teacher program. more

By Michael Malaszczyk | 6/11/23

There could be sharks lurking in the waters off Jones Beach’s West End. But if there are, there are a couple of things to know: The state is directing resources to protecting swimmers, and shark activity is a sign of a healthy environment.

This summer, like last, could see high levels of shark activity all around Long Island. Here are a few things to know.

Excited about summer, but nervous about sharks? There are a few things to know. more

By Michael Malaszczyk | 6/4/23

How they avoid saying the dirtiest word

In politics, the word “tax” is dirtier than the most graphic four-letter words you can think of. Any politician who plans to last in office longer than his loafers knows that you only say “tax” . . . more

5/18/23

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