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William Green, a senior at Friends Academy, explained that Quakers like Lucretia Mott and John Woolman were active members of the abolitionist movement in the 18th and 19th centuries.
The dual history of Quakers and abolition
The history of Quakerism has deep roots in the story of the United States, whether it be their influence on the colonial period or the key role Quakers played in the Revolutionary War, although their … more
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More than 3,000 newspapers have closed across the country since 2005, resulting in countless communities losing essential platforms for sharing their stories. The Empire State Local News Coalition intends to reverse that by advancing new legislation and initiatives that would protect jobs, and incentivize small business to advertise.
Coalition formed to advocate for local journalism
A statewide group of local news organizations — comprising of more than 100 newspapers across New York — has launched The Empire State Local News Coalition, a joint advocacy effort to advance a legislative package intended to deliver long-term sustainability to the sector. more
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Nassau County Executive Bruce Blakeman continues to claim that Susan Poser, Hofstra’s president, has been colluding with a competitor in an effort to sabotage Las Vegas Sands efforts to repurpose the Nassau Hub into a casino.
Blakeman says texts prove collusion between Hofstra, casino competitor
The legal battle between Nassau County Executive Bruce Blakeman and Hofstra President Susan Poser intensifies with newly revealed text messages, raising questions about collusion between Hofstra and Las Vegas Sands' competitor Hard Rock International. more
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Tom Suozzi will be returning to Congress. He spoke passionately of the future on Wednesday night at his inauguration.
Suozzi makes triumphant return to Congress, vows to continue delivering for 3rd District
Tom Suozzi officially returned to his seat on the House of Representatives Wednesday night after his inauguration. He will once again represent the 3rd Congressional District, which includes all of … more
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State Supreme Court Justice Sarika Kapoor, the same judge who previously invalidated Sands' lease with Nassau County back in November, ruled on Feb. 23 that an additional agreement Sands had with the Coliseum's previous leaseholder is also invalid.
State Supreme court deals another blow to Sands' plans for Nassau hub in Uniondale
In a significant setback for the Las Vegas Sands' ambitious plans to develop a multi-billion dollar resort and casino around the Nassau Coliseum in Uniondale, a state judge has declared that the company lacks a valid lease for the Coliseum and its surrounding land. more
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Tom Suozzi, who won the special election in the 3rd Congressional District on Feb. 13, ran a campaign that some Republicans have said they admire and might emulate.
Tom Suozzi’s win: examining the voting dynamics
This is the first in a series delving into the complexities of elections to provide a better understanding of one of Americans’ most precious privileges, the right to vote. Democrat Tom Suozzi, … more
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Tracy Arnold Warzer, Sea Cliff’s new Senior Citizen Program Development Specialist, will create and support programs for the village’s elder community.
A new face will help Sea Cliff’s seniors
In a move aimed at bolstering services and community engagement for senior citizens in Sea Cliff, the village board has appointed Tracy Arnold Warzer as the new Senior Citizen Program Development … more
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Bayville Bridge will be closed from Feb. 26 to April 1, marking the final stage of rehabilitation work following the damage it suffered from Hurricane Sandy
Bayville Bridge to close again for renovations
The Bayville Bridge is set to close for much-needed rehabilitation work on Feb. 26, hopefully marking the end of the ongoing two-year project by Nassau County to fully restore the bridge. This … more
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New state budget threatens local schools
Governor Kathy Hochul’s proposed state budget for 2024-2025 is sending shockwaves through school districts throughout the North Shore of Long Island. Despite the fact that the governor has … more
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Richard DePalma, center, was appointed acting police commissioner on Jan. 22 by Deputy City Manager Phil Ragona, left, and City Manager Dan Creighton.
Meet Long Beach’s acting top cop
As the executive officer of the Long Beach Police Department, Richard DePalma was second-in-command to Commissioner Ron Walsh, who resigned on Jan. 22 after three years on the job. When Walsh … more
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