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The special election will fill the congressional seat in District 3 formerly held by George Santos.

Controversy and choices: Special election

North Shore residents will vote in a special election on Tuesday, two months after the expulsion of U.S. Rep. George Santos, to determine his replacement in the 3rd Congressional District. It will … more

By Roksana Amid | 2/9/24

Mill Pond House is a historic property dating back to the early 1700’s, and over its existence it has served as a mill, a residence and even a gift shop.

Considering Mill Pond House’s fate

In the heart of Oyster Bay, Mill Pond House, a living relic dating back to the early 1700s, is caught in a tug-of-war between its storied past and an uncertain future. Once a bustling hub linked to … more

By Will Sheeline | 2/9/24

Rep. George Santos survived an expulsion vote in the House, although he could face another one in two weeks following the results of the House Ethics Committee's review of his conduct.

Rep. George Santos survives expulsion vote

George Santos, the freshman Republican infamous for his lies about his background and the numerous legal charges against him, survived a vote of expulsion brought against him by fellow New York … more

By Will Sheeline | 10/27/23

Santos claims plea speculation is ‘wildly inaccurate’

The walls seem to be closing in on freshman U.S. Rep. George Santos as federal prosecutors asked Judge Joanna Seybert to postpone the Sept. 7 status conference to continue discussions on … more

By Roksana Amid | 9/15/23

North Shore School District considers hiring consultant

The North Shore School District is facing another tight fiscal year due to the aftershocks of the LIPA deal, and the district’s administration has been working to find ways to reduce costs without … more

By Will Sheeline | 10/20/23

Liberty New York Water President Deborah Franco reached out to customers in an email asking for support to remove the Special Franchise Tax.

Liberty New York Water wants elimination of Special Franchise Tax

Liberty New York Water is advocating for the elimination of the Special Franchise Tax, arguing that this tax significantly inflates customer water bills without providing direct benefits to the … more

By Will Sheeline | 5/24/24

Nassau County Executive Bruce Blakeman and Nassau County Legislature presiding officer Howard Kopel, say they are compelling Hofstra University president Susan Poser to appear before the legislature next week. Blakeman accuses Poser of colluding with a Sands competitor in an effort to thwart casino plans in Uniondale — something both Poser and Hard Rock International deny.

Blakeman subpoenas Hofstra prez over casino claim

The battle between Nassau County and Hofstra University appears to be heating up beyond the legal action between the two. County Executive Bruce Blakeman says he has subpoenaed Hofstra president Susan Poser, accusing her of colluding with a competing casino organization in an effort to derail plans by Las Vegas Sands to redevelop the Nassau Coliseum. more

By Brandon Cruz | 1/17/24

Joseph Saladino, supervisor of the Town of Oyster Bay, highlighted his 35 years of experience as he gears up for the November election.

Joseph Saladino vows to continue serving Oyster Bay

After six years as the Town of Oyster Bay supervisor, Joseph Saladino says he still has a lot he wants to accomplish. The Massapequa native has been a mainstay of town and state politics for over … more

By Will Sheeline | 9/22/23

New York House Republicans have introduced a resolution to expel their colleague Rep. George Santos from Congress.

New York House Republicans bring resolution to expel Rep. George Santos

U.S. Rep. George Santos is in hot water, with several fellow New York House Republicans announcing that they introduced a resolution for his expulsion on Wednesday. Rep. Anthony D’Esposito … more

By Will Sheeline | 10/13/23

Board of Education members, faculty, staff and residents erupted into applause at the news of the budget's passage.

North Shore School District budget passes by wide margin

The North Shore School District's budget for the 2024-25 school year passed Tuesday night, with 2,043 for to 1,172 against. The new budget addresses the school district’s significant … more

By Will Sheeline | 5/24/24

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