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U.S. Rep. Anthony D’Esposito introduces his Law Enforcement Bill of Rights legislation alongside local police and correction officer benevolent associations at the Police Benevolent Association headquarters in Mineola last week.
U.S. Rep. Anthony D’Esposito introduces cops ‘bill of rights’
He’s calling it the Law Enforcement Bill of Rights, a direct jab at what he calls the “defund the police” movement. And as a former cop himself, U.S. Rep. Anthony D’Esposito … more
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The state’s cannabis control board recently approved nearly 100 more conditional cannabis dispensary licenses, with 23 coming to Long Island. But don’t expect too many to pop up in your neighborhood — if any.
More marijuana licenses coming, but not so much here
There are nearly two-dozen more conditional cannabis dispensary licenses on their way to Long Island. But thanks to local pushback in a number of Nassau County communities, chances are very low one … more
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Susan Gottehrer, director of the Nassau chapter of the New York Civil Liberties Union, has witnessed, participated and taught about the power of protests and essential need to speak up for rights and overall human equality.
Participating in, instead of watching, history
She described herself in college as a “timid soul” with a fear of public speaking. Meet Susan Gottehrer now, and you’ll find out that’s nowhere near accurate. more
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Mayor Keith Corbett, center, with village trustees at the groundbreaking of the new Malverne Police Department headquarters, which will be completed in about a year.
Year-long construction begins on new police headquarters. Why was this needed? And what are the benefits of this new building?
Village officials broke ground last week on construction of new headquarters for the Malverne Police Department — a facility that they said would be built without increasing taxes. more
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Brian Curran
Affordable housing plan alarms Brian Curran
People have left New York in droves this past decade, and Brian Curran is ready to put that trend at an end. more
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While seals may look adorable and approachable, it is best for the seal — and you — to admire it from a safe distance of at least 150 feet.
Seals need space!
As sightings of marine mammals increase in the winter months, state officials are urging onlookers to resist the temptation to approach these often cute-looking creatures, such as fuzzy seals. more
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U.S. Sen. Chuck Schumer told those attending the Long Island Association breakfast at Crest Hollow Country Club last week he would seek to promote the environment, transportation and technology during a new session of Congress. Schumer remains majority leader after a midterm election that failed to put Republicans back in control.
Schumer promises strong push for tech, the environment
Chuck Schumer has three goals for the new year: improve mass transit, ensure water and air quality are safe, and promote high technology on Long Island. The New York Democrat who maintained his … more
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Mauricio Fuentes-Jimenez
‘Dirty dozen’ burglars busted, police say
Police are accusing what they describe as a pair of burgling Grinches of stealing $150,000 in valuables from a dozen area homes over the holidays. more
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The West Hempstead driveway where law enforcement found several illegally registered vehicles.
West Hempstead limo owner allegedly stretched the rules
A West Hempstead limo owner might need an Uber after he was arrested last week for allegedly registering two stretch limos as passenger vehicles. more
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The boat and jet ski collision that claimed the life of 18-year-old Caitlin McDonald took place in the vicinity of Middle Bay Channel, near Parsonage Cove and Baldwin Harbor.
Oceanside man indicted for fatal high-speed boating collision
Christopher Palma, of Oceanside, was arraigned Dec. 22 on manslaughter and other related charges for allegedly recklessly operating a speed boat and killing 18-year-old jet skier Caitlin McDonald in 2019. more
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