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A Long Beach Housing Authority building.

The Long Beach Housing Authority is slowly moving toward a new federal program that will provide access to funds to make needed repairs at the city’s four public buildings. Word of the move from … more

By James Bernstein | 7/22/21

GOP D.A. candidate takes aim at Kaminsky

Anne Donnelly, a career prosecutor who this week was named the Nassau Republican’s nominee for county district attorney, wasted no time on calling out what she sees as her opponent’s chief … more

By James Bernstein | 7/22/21

Future renters have begun leasing apartments at the Cornerstone at Yorkshire apartment complex, which is being built on the former site of the much-maligned Capri Lynbrook Motor Inn and is expected to be completed by November.

Developers eye November for Cornerstone apartment opening in Lynbrook

The Cornerstone at Yorkshire apartment complex, which began leasing to future renters July 5, should be open by November, its developers say. more

By Mike Smollins | 7/21/21

Daryl Altman and Robert Shepard won a $50,001 settlement from the Village of Lynbrook after they had their beehive and some 20,000 bees confiscated in 2017, but they are seeking $75,000 more in legal fees from the village.

Village of Lynbrook stung by $50K settlement

A couple who had their beehive confiscated by officials in 2017 recently reached a $50,001 settlement with the Village of Lynbrook. The case continues, though, as they seek damages for the legal fees that they have incurred. more

By Mike Smollins | 7/15/21

State Sen. Todd Kaminsky, of Long Beach, took the lead in asking the state to require regular structural inspections of buildings in coastal areas after the collapse of a highrise in Florida.

State officials seek inspections of coastal buildings

Saying they were horrified by the collapse of a condominium building in Surfside, Fla., two weeks ago, and anxious to make sure it did not happen in Long Beach or other coastal areas of New York, … more

By James Bernstein | 7/8/21

Long Beach Police chief, PBA head at odds again

Worries that thousands of young people would mob the beach last Sunday night were for naught: No one showed up. But there were consequences in the wake of the large crowd that turned out on the … more

By James Bernstein | 7/8/21

Alicia Gerez and State Sen. Todd Kaminsky after she was confirmed to the New York State Court of Claims.

Long Beach resident confirmed to NYS Court of Claims

Alicia Gerez, the daughter of immigrants from the Dominican Republic who grew up in the crime-ridden Brooklyn neighborhood of East Flatbush, last month achieved a life-long dream when the State … more

By Darwin Yanes | 7/8/21

Town of Hempstead officials and Mount Sinai South Nassau have partnered to provide sunscreen at town-operated beaches and pools. Taking part were, from left, Town Clerk Kate Murray, MSSN Chief Medical Officer Dr. Adhi Sharma, Councilman Anthony D’Esposito, Supervisor Don Clavin and Receiver of Taxes Jeanine Driscoll.

Town of Hempstead officials, Mount Sinai South Nassau administrators visit Bay Park to announce summer sunscreen initiative

Town of Hempstead officials and Mount Sinai South Nassau Hospital in Oceanside have partnered to implement complimentary sunscreen dispensers at town-operated beaches and pool complexes. more

7/7/21

Part of the Nassau County Legislature’s 2021-24 Capital Improvement Plan will focus on restoration of the Western Bays.

Nassau County allocates funds to restore the Western Bays

The Nassau Legislature recently approved the county’s 2021-24 capital improvement plan, part of which will focus on the restoration of the Western Bays. The initiative includes investments in infrastructure, environmental protection and economic development. more

By Mike Smollins | 7/7/21

Former East Rockaway village and school board Trustee Dr. Richard Meagher died on June 25, at age 82. He left his mark on the community in many ways through volunteering.

East Rockaway bids farewell to community man Richard Meagher

Whether Dr. Richard Meagher was involved in East Rockaway village politics, volunteering for a variety of local organizations or serving in the school district, he would do just about anything to help East Rockaway, family members and friends said. more

By Mike Smollins | 7/7/21

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