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Former U.S. Sen. Alfonse D’Amato checked into the hospital Friday after feeling ill last week.

Former Sen. D’Amato said to be recovering from Covid at St. Francis Hospital

Former U.S. Senator Alfonse D’Amato, who rose from the Hempstead town council to become a U.S. senator from New York and one of the most powerful political figures in the country, has been … more

By James Bernstein | 11/23/20

Non-profit leaders to talk Covid-19 challenges at RichnerLive webinar

The impacts of the coronavirus pandemic have been widespread. Like businesses and schools, non-profit organizations too have faced major challenges and needed to adapt during these times. more

11/10/20

U.S. Rep. Tom Suozzi is not the victor of his reelection for now. Absentee ballots will be counted in seven days, which will finalize the race.

North Shore election results remain uncertain

As the American people continue to wait to learn who the next president will be those on the North Shore remain uncertain of a final decision on the victors of their elected leaders. Thousands of … more

By Laura Lane | 11/4/20

Jackie Gordon for Congress in the 2nd C.D.

The Herald endorses Jackie Gordon to represent New York’s 2nd Congressional District. Assemblyman Andrew Garbarino, a Massapequa Republican attorney, and Gordon, a Babylon Democrat, … more

10/27/20

Vote for Ed Ra in 19th Assembly District

In the race for the seat in the State Assembly’s 19th District, the Herald endorses incumbent Ed Ra, of Franklin Square. With a decade of experience in the Legislature — having been … more

10/27/20

St. Gertrude Pastor Robert O. Morrissey is pleased with the progress that is being made in the church.

Work nearly complete on Bayville's St. Gertrude's Church

The newly polished pews of Saint Gertrude's Roman Catholic Church currently sit empty and some remain covered in plastic. The prayer space hasn't been used in a year and the altar is housing two … more

By Adam Flash | 10/19/20

Historian Claire Bellerjeau, the director of education at Raynham Hall, discovered a page in Dr. Peter Townsend’s book of genealogy that promoted civic duty, which many residents believe is ingrained in the fabric of life in the hamlet.

Declaration from long ago seems just as relevant today

People living in the hamlet of Oyster Bay and those who love history, particularly that of the Revolutionary War, know about Robert Towns-end. He was a member of George Washington’s Culper Spy … more

10/14/20

Town of Hempstead Supervisor in front of one of the animatronic dinosaurs that are part of the "Jurassic Quest" show.

Hempstead Town extends 'Jurassic Quest' run through Oct. 18

By popular demand, Long Island’s only drive-through dinosaur exhibit, “Jurassic Quest,” has extended its stay at Town Park Point Lookout and will now host shows through Oct. … more

10/9/20

Incumbent Ed Ra, left, is running for his sixth term against challenger Gary Port.

Gary Port challenges Ed Ra for Assembly District 19 seat

The race for the 19th Assembly District began mid-August when challenger Gary Port announced his candidacy to run against incumbent Edward Ra, who is running for a sixth term. The Herald asked Ra … more

By Nakeem Grant | 10/2/20

North Shore residents reflected on the life of the late Supreme Court Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg, who was a feminist icon.

Remembering Ruth Bader Ginsburg

On a chilly and somber Sunday, a small crowd gathered outside State Supreme Court in Garden City to remember the late Supreme Court Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg, who died last Friday at age … more

By Laura Lane | 9/24/20

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