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Michael Doall and other researchers from Stony Brook will collaborate with the town and local environmental groups on the ‘Putting the Oyster Back in Oyster Bay’ project.

New project is ‘Putting the Oyster Back in Oyster Bay’

In a groundbreaking initiative aimed at restoring the once-thriving oyster populations of Oyster Bay and Cold Spring Harbor, the Town of Oyster Bay has embarked on a transformative project called … more

By Will Sheeline | 3/8/24

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

STAFF REPORT | 3/8/24

Congressman Tom Suozzi, of Glen Cove, traveled to Washington for the State of the Union where he managed to take a selfie with the President.

Tom Suozzi snaps a selfie with President Biden at State of the Union

When people living in the 3rd Congressional District watched the State of the Union on Thursday night, they saw images of elected leaders they’ve seen in the newspaper and on television, but … more

By Laura Lane | 3/8/24

Andrew Jackson was often dressed as and compared to a king in negative campaign cartoons and depictions due to his authoritarian tendencies.

A look at elections past

This is the second 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. While most people … more

By Will Sheeline | 3/1/24

Denice Evans-Sheppard, Carll’s great-great-granddaughter, spoke to the gathered crowd about her ancestor’s life in Oyster Bay.

Celebrating Black history in Oyster Bay

Oyster Bay Town Hall saw dozens come to honor Black History Month on Feb. 22 as the town government hosted its celebration of the lives and histories of the extraordinary African-Americans in Oyster … more

By Will Sheeline | 3/1/24

Crawlers had a blast last year, including Dan Roth, left, co-owner of Still Partners, a participating venue, and Nick Pinto, deputy mayor and village board member.

Crawling to support Hempstead Harbor

Sea Cliff residents and visitors are gearing up for a night of community camaraderie and environmental support as the Coalition to Save Hempstead Harbor prepares for its annual Crawl for a Cause … more

By Will Sheeline | 3/1/24

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

By Will Sheeline | 3/1/24

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

STAFF REPORT | 2/29/24

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

By Laura Lane | 2/28/24

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

By Laura Lane | 2/23/24