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Samantha Goetz spoke in favor of Nassau County Executive Bruce Blakeman’s executive order banning athletes who were born as male from participating in female sports on county property.

Nassau County takes aim at some trans athletes

Thanks to Nassau County Executive Bruce Blakeman’s first executive order of the year, the county is gaining new attention as it becomes the newest battlefield of the United States’ … more

By Will Sheeline | 3/22/24

Workers from Galvin Bros built the culvert, which brings Crescent Beach closer to reopening for swimming.

Will Crescent Beach open this summer?

On warm, calm summer days, Glen Cove beaches beckon visitors with serene beauty — but for 10 years, the city’s Crescent Beach has been closed due to bacterial contaminants found in the … more

By Roksana Amid | 3/22/24

Daniel Dvir told her harrowing story of survival on Oct. 7.

A Nova festival survivor tells her story

Oct. 7, 2023 seemed like just another day in Israel for Daniel Dvir, an Israeli citizen who had recently moved to Tel Aviv. While attending the now-infamous Nova music festival near kibbutz … more

Roksana Amid and Will Sheeline | 3/22/24

Tom Suozzi joined his son Joe on the field after a spring training game when his sacrifice fly won the game for the Mets.

Joe Suozzi’s fly ball leads to Mets spring training win

It was the kind of game the Mets are known for, one where they look like they’ll win, but then everything goes south. Nail-biter games come second nature to the “Amazin’ … more

By Laura Lane | 3/22/24

Former Olympic gold medal-winning decathlete, Caitlyn Jenner, joins Nassau County Executive Bruce Blakeman to support his executive order banning certain transgender athletes from women’s sports at county facilities. Under the ban, Jenner would not be allowed to participate in organized teams dedicated to women on county property.

Caitlyn Jenner backs Bruce Blakeman’s transgender athlete ban

Caitlyn Jenner wouldn’t be allowed to participate in women-focused team sports on Nassau County property — but she’s OK with that. more

By Parker Schug | 3/18/24

Nassau County takes aim at trans athletes with new executive order

Thanks to Nassau County Executive Bruce Blakeman’s first executive order of the year, eyes are turning to the county as it becomes the newest battlefield of the United States’ culture war. … more

By Will Sheeline | 3/15/24

The Town of Oyster Bay is investing roughly $750,000 in a beautification project designed to improve the walkability and aesthetics of its downtown.

Crosswalks in Oyster Bay will get a makeover

In a bid to revitalize and enhance the Oyster Bay business district, the town board has announced ambitious plans to improve its walkways and to beautify the downtown. With a $750,000 investment, the … more

By Will Sheeline | 3/15/24

Nick Pinto, left, and George Williams got the chance to share their thoughts, concerns and goals for Sea Cliff at the March 7 Meet the Candidates event.

Sea Cliff candidates meet with villagers ahead of election

Another year brings another election to Sea Cliff, as Nick Pinto, currently serving as deputy mayor of the village board, seeks reelection and George Williams runs for the Village of Sea Cliff … more

By Will Sheeline | 3/15/24

Chuck Lavine starting a big push for clean truck standards

To protect the delicate ecosystems on the North Shore and the quality of life, Assemblyman Chuck Lavine and other elected officials have been encouraging the Environmental Protection Agency and the … more

By Roksana Amid | 3/15/24

Former U.S. Rep. George Santos announced during Biden’s State of the Union he will run for Congress once again.

George Santos announces bid challenging Nick LaLota

Former disgraced GOP Congressman George Santos, who was expelled from the House of Representatives last December, announced on March 7 that he’s running for Congress again, this time … more

By Roksana Amid | 3/15/24

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