Man dies after being hit by e-bike in Long Beach

A pedestrian in Long Beach was hit by an e-bike while crossing the street On East Park Avenue by Riverside Boulevard Friday night.  Police found the 68-year-old man lying in the road with a …

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See what Long Beach's police chief says about the department's new data system

Every police department uses a system that tracks data, arrests and other important information. For the past 10 years, the 77-member Long Beach Police Department has been using a records management …

Town of Hempstead communities remember late-Councilman Chris Carini

In a heartfelt tribute to late Town of Hempstead Councilman Chris Carini, the Hometown Boys and Girls Flag Football League ended its spring season on March 30 by renaming its championship trophies in his honor.

Long Beach honors sanitation workers with appreciation day for seventh year

Long Beach celebrates Sanitation Appreciation Day, honoring unsung heroes with food, quotes, and heartfelt thanks for vital work in the community.

Local congregations join global effort in waterfront cleanup before Passover

Rockville Centre’s Congregation B’nai Sholom-Beth David joined forces with local synagogues and global communities on April 6 for the second annual Jewish Waterfront Cleanup, a Passover-inspired initiative to protect the oceans and promote environmental awareness.

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Jennifer Gallagher: And how are the children?

In an increasingly anxious world, schools are no longer just teachers of reading, writing, and arithmetic; they are now are teaching the skills and habits of well-being, both physical and mental.

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Bruce Blakeman: Democrats put Nassau at risk by not passing Capital Plan

Nassau County has enjoyed a lot of success during my time as county executive.

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Jeff Bessen: Why I still cheer like a kid for my teams

When you’re a fan, calm isn’t your default state of mind. This isn’t a hobby — it’s a lifelong relationship.

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Laura Gillen: We must address Long Island’s road safety crisis

 The sudden rise in deadly accidents on Long Island’s streets and highways is deeply alarming, and demands actions.