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A 27-person special legislative task force is expected to research and ultimately recommend prevention methods in the hopes of combatting antisemitism in Nassau County.

Task force to explore antisemitism surge

Nassau County officials have created a special legislative task force to combat antisemitism and, immediately after being sworn in, went right to work. Made up of eight legislators … more

5/19/22

It was all smiles and friendship for Shomron Regional Council chair Yossi Dagan and Nassau County Executive Bruce Blakeman after signing an economic and cultural agreement between the two ‘sister’ regions. Joining them were, at far left, Assemblyman Ari Brown, and former Boro Park Assemblyman Dov Hikind, Rabbi Anchelle Perl of Chabad of Mineola, and County Legislator Mazi Melesa Pilip.

Nassau County executive champions partnership with West Bank

Nassau County cemented its relationship with Israel last week, signing an economic and cultural agreement with the Shomron. more

By Ed Weintrob | 5/19/22

Alanna Russo, the strategic engagement director for Community Offshore Wind — which is developing a seabed lease in the New York Bight — says they hope to get some of its wind energy projects off the ground and running by the end of the decade.

Alternative energy blows in with Long Island's future at stake

There are certainly some advantages to living on an island — advantages Matt Cohen says Long Island doesn’t exploit enough. Especially when it comes to alternative energy sources like offshore wind. more

By Jake Pellegrino | 5/19/22

For his Eagle project, Christopher Dubon, of North Bellmore, built an outdoor library at Martin Avenue Elementary School.

Eagle Scout creates new reading space

It’s not every day that a Boy Scout becomes an Eagle Scout, and Christopher Dubon of North Bellmore is one of the relative few to earn that rank. more

By Jordan Vallone | 5/19/22

The school yard in front of Fayette is flooded with American flags, ahead of Memorial Day and Flag Day.

North Merrick proudly display American flags

A drive past the Harold D. Fayette School on Merrick Avenue in North Merrick will leave residents in awe over the large, beautiful field of American flags completely covering the front school yard. more

By Jordan Vallone | 5/19/22

Severe storms move into southern Nassau County

People may have to hold onto their hats — and just about anything else — today as the National Weather Service warns a squall of severe thunderstorms are expected to invade. more

By James Bernstein | 5/16/22

honorees Dan Clayton, Seth Pitlake, Therese Mara, Ira Reiter, Femy Aziz and Steve Dershowitz, in front, with County Legislator Tom McKevitt, Town Clerk Kate Murray, State Assemblyman Dave McDonough, Town Councilmen Anthony Esposito and Chris Carini and Mike Reid, State Sen. John Brooks’s chief of staff, at the installation dinner.

Merrick Chamber installs leaders, celebrates honorees — in person

Gathering for an in-person dinner for the first time since the start of the coronavirus pandemic, the Merrick Chamber of Commerce installed its leaders last week at the Chateau Briand in Carle Place. more

By Jordan Vallone | 5/12/22

Who’s running for the Merrick Board of Ed?

Next week, four candidates will vie for two open seats on the Merrick Board of Education. more

By Jordan Vallone | 5/12/22

Playground updates are coming to Newbridge Road Park, as part of a town capital improvement project. The playground, above in December, before the renovations began.

Construction at Newbridge Road Park begins

Renovations at the Newbridge Road Park playground by the Town of Hempstead are underway. more

By Jordan Vallone | 5/12/22

For seniors or older adults who may find it hard to keep up with mortgage payments, reverse mortgages offer a unique option so homeowners can age in place. Senior Management Group, a Bellmore-based reverse mortgage company, can help those interested figure out their options and plan for the future.

What is there to know about reverse mortgages?

Many older adults who own homes may be unfamiliar with the term “reverse mortgage,” and how the loan works if they decide to apply for one. At the Senior Management Group in Bellmore, … more

5/12/22

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