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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

Locust Valley Central School District budget results

The Locust Valley Central School District budget passed on Tuesday evening, with 1,284 votes for and 982 votes against. Additionally, voters have re-elected Board of Education incumbent Margaret … more

By Will Sheeline | 5/18/22

The Vernon School's classrooms will be upgraded since the budget and propositions were passed on Tuesday.

Community say yes to Oyster Bay-East Norwich School budget

The Oyster Bay-East Norwich Central School District’s budget of roughly $62 million passed Tuesday with 781 residents for it and 288 voting against it. With most of the expenses in the budget … more

By Laura Lane | 5/17/22

The new maps indicate that Leg. Josh Lafazan no longer lives in Congressional District 3.

New maps change District 3, some say for the better

Jonathan Cervas , the court-appointed special master, released new redistricting maps on Monday, which are being touted as a victory for Republicans, who had complained that the initial maps drawn by … more

By Laura Lane | 5/17/22

New proposed maps affect Suozzi’s district, some say for the better

Jonathan Cervas , the court-appointed special master, released new redistricting maps on Monday, which are being touted as a victory for Republicans, who had complained that the initial maps drawn by … more

By Laura Lane | 5/17/22

Fireman’s Field, originally a marsh with several streams running through it, was paved over in 1953.

Town of Oyster Bay plans updates for Fireman’s Field

Fireman’s Field is scheduled to undergo some major upgrades in the coming months. The asphalt parking lot will be refurbished by the Town of Oyster Bay, in the interest of beautifying the area … more

By Will Sheeline | 5/13/22

Cruise Night is right around the corner in Oyster Bay

Car enthusiasts, residents and visitors of the hamlet will be excited to know that in a few short weeks the Cruise Night will be starting up again. This cultural staple of the community will usher in … more

By Will Sheeline | 5/13/22

Dr. Chris Zublionis explained to the community that the RtI system ensures the district is able to address, assess and monitor any learning or behavioral problem students may encounter.

North Shore students score high despite pandemic

Residents from North Shore Schools District were treated to a lesson in data collection at the Board of Education Budget Reading on May 5. Assistant Superintendent for Instruction Dr. Chris … more

By Will Sheeline | 5/12/22