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Assemblywoman Judy Griffin, center, surrounded by family takes her oath of office at the New York Elks Lodge in Lynbrook. 
Judy Griffin marks victory with community celebration
New York State Assemblywoman Judy Griffin felt that hosting another swearing-in ceremony seemed “very repetitive,” having already taken her oath of office in 2019. more
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Nassau County American Legion Commander Kerry Englander shared some of his goals as the representative of the county’s nearly 30,000 veterans.
He served the country. Now, the county.
Kerry Englander, a U.S. Navy veteran and longtime member of American Legion Post 1711 in Levittown, was named Nassau County commander in June. He now oversees efforts to support nearly 30,000 veterans across 52 posts. more
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Long Island Association President Matt Cohen spoke with former Vice President Mike Pence about a range of topics, including his break from Donald Trump, the future of the Republican Party and the importance of upholding constitutional values.
What did Mike Pence say about Jan. 6 at the Long Island Association luncheon?
Former Vice President Mike Pence visited Nassau County and spoke at the the Long Island Association’s annual fall luncheon, days before Election Day. more
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Patricia Canzoneri-Fitzpatrick is proud of the work she’s done so far, but has things she would also like to tackle in a second term.
Patricia Canzoneri-Fitzpatrick seeks second term
Patricia Canzoneri-Fitzpatrick was elected to represent Senate District 9 in 2022. Now she’s seeking a re-election for a second term. Canzoneri-Fitzpatrick, 58, began her career in public … more
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James Lynch said he wants voters to know he plans to work for everyone.
James Lynch seeks District 9 election
James Lynch was a longtime psychiatrist, helping those struggling with severe mental illness. He saw firsthand what it was like to be poor, at risk of homelessness and underserved. That made him … more
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Dozens of police officers paid their respects to Town of Hempstead Councilman Chris Carini at a mass of Christian Burial on July 22. The 49-year-old retired Port Authority police officer died unexpectedly on July 14, while visiting family in Florida.
Remembering Town of Hempstead Councilman Chris Carini
Family, friends and colleagues gathered at St. William the Abbott R.C. Church in Seaford on Monday to remember the life of Town of Hempstead Councilman Chris Carini. more
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Assemblywoman Michaelle Solages joins lawmakers and supporters like Assemblyman David Weprin, at left, and state Sen. Brad Hoylman-Sigal, at right, last month to call on her colleagues to support the Local Journalism Sustainability Act. A version of this measure was included in the finalized state budget that was approved this weekend by Gov. Kathy Hochul and state lawmakers.
State budget includes $90 million local media tax credit
New York unveils groundbreaking payroll tax credit for local news outlets, boosting journalism sustainability and democracy. more
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Assemblywoman Michaelle Solages joins lawmakers and supporters like Assemblyman David Weprin, at left, and state Sen. Brad Hoylman-Sigal, at right, to call on her colleagues to support the Local Journalism Sustainability Act. The measure — currently included in the senate’s One House budget — would provide tax credits to local news outlets, so they can keep local reporters on the ground and covering communities.
Lawmakers, publishers rally in Albany to save local news
An advocacy group determined to save local news in New York rallied in Albany in an effort to bring more lawmakers to their cause. more
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These women raised their arms high while chanting, "Hands up, don't shoot," at the Black Lives Matter protest in Merrick and Bellmore on Thursday.
Black Lives Matter protest, Merrick, day three
For a third straight night, Black Lives Matter demonstrators convened in Merrick and Bellmore to protest the killing of George Floyd by a Minneapolis police officer and the systemic racism that is … more
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Gillen broke down the numbers of the new contract in front of the press.
Town to investigate contract extension
Hempstead Town Supervisor Laura Gillen is calling a recent contract extension between two town officials — Parks Commissioner Daniel Lino and Comptroller Kevin Conroy — and the Dover Gourmet … more
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