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George Santos announced that he would not seek reelection on Thursday, allegedly to protect his family's privacy from the media.

George Santos announces he will not seek re-election following Ethics Committee investigation

Representative George Santos announced that he would not seek reelection following the results of the House Ethics Committee’s investigation into the embattled congressman. Santos took to X on … more

By Will Sheeline | 11/17/23

Rachel Bueno, a staff member at The View Grill, said she was upset with the council’s overdue vote, and added that she thought the RFP process was a facade.

City Council awards restaurant license to KVM Food

The Glen City Council voted on Tuesday to award Kent Monkan, owner of KVM Food Corp., the license to operate the restaurant at the Glen Cove City Golf Course in 2024, subject to negotiations on the … more

By Roksana Amid | 11/17/23

Democratic candidates dropping out of race for New York's 3rd Congressional District

The Democratic field for next year’s primary in the 3rd Congressional District, which Republican George Santos currently represents, has narrowed, with Josh Lafazan’s announcement on Tuesday that … more

By Laura Lane | 11/17/23

George Santos announces he will not seek re-election following Ethics Committee investigation

Representative George Santos announced that he would not seek reelection following the results of the House Ethics Committee’s investigation into the embattled congressman. Santos took to X on … more

By Will Sheeline | 11/16/23

One of Anna’s creative outlets has been ‘Pollyanna in NY,’ designing canvas bags and expressing herself artistically.

Ukrainian refugee reflects on adjusting to life in Sea Cliff

It can be easy to think the North Shore of Long Island exists in a bubble, but even here the effects of the Russian invasion of Ukraine are being felt. Anna, a Ukrainian refugee, has been living … more

By Will Sheeline | 11/10/23

Republicans swept the North Shore of Nassau County in Tuesday’s election, with first-time candidate Samantha Goetz unseating incumbent County Legislator Josh Lafazan in the 18th District.

Red wave swamps North Shore

Joseph Saladino was re-elected Oyster Bay’s town supervisor on Tuesday, with nearly 31,000 votes, almost twice as many as his challenger, Jared Behr. The Republican incumbent’s campaign … more

By Will Sheeline | 11/10/23

While she is best known as one of America’s most iconic First Ladies, there is much more to Jackie’s story than meets the eye.

Jacqueline Kennedy comes to Sea Cliff Arts Council

America’s most iconic First Lady will be making a trip to Sea Cliff for a unique event titled “Happy Hour with Jackie O.” This upcoming lecture, presented by Ed Lieberman, the … more

By Will Sheeline | 11/10/23

Congressman George Santos claims he wants to run for reelection despite controversy surrounding his background.

George Santos claims first year in the House of Representatives has been ‘hellish’

During his campaign, Congressman George Santos was believed to be “the full embodiment of the American dream.” His narrative of being an openly gay child of Brazilian immigrants who rose … more

By Roksana Amid | 11/10/23

Brendan Finn, right, addressing the crowd Tuesday after winning Long Beach’s City Council election with his running mates Chris Fiumara, center, and Mike Reinhart, second from left.

Finn, Fiumara, Reinhart elected to Long Beach City Council, beating incumbents

Three Republican candidates were running for Long Beach City Council this time around — challengers Chris Fiumara, Brendan Finn and Mike Reinhart. The trio announced victory Tuesday night, … more

By Brendan Carpenter | 11/10/23

Longtime Republican County Legislator Howard Kopel earned his eighth two-year term in the 7th District, defeating Democratic challenger Tanvir Ahmad.

Republicans sweep in the Five Towns

All four Republicans running to represent portions of the Five Towns won their respective races on Tuesday. more

By Hernesto Galdamez | 11/8/23