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Despite an outpouring of support for Israel in Nassau County, antisemitic attacks in the county have been on the rise in the last decade.

Jewish elected officials speak out on rise of antisemitism

In the past decade, the tranquil communities along the North Shore of Nassau County have been rattled by a disturbing surge in antisemitic incidents. Prominent Jewish political figures from both … more

By Will Sheeline | 11/17/23

George Santos announced that he would not seek reelection on Thursday, allegedly to protect his family's privacy from the media.

George Santos announces he will not seek re-election following Ethics Committee investigation

Representative George Santos announced that he would not seek reelection following the results of the House Ethics Committee’s investigation into the embattled congressman. Santos took to X on … more

By Will Sheeline | 11/17/23

Democratic candidates dropping out of race for New York's 3rd Congressional District

The Democratic field for next year’s primary in the 3rd Congressional District, which Republican George Santos currently represents, has narrowed, with Josh Lafazan’s announcement on Tuesday that … more

By Laura Lane | 11/17/23

George Santos announces he will not seek re-election following Ethics Committee investigation

Representative George Santos announced that he would not seek reelection following the results of the House Ethics Committee’s investigation into the embattled congressman. Santos took to X on … more

By Will Sheeline | 11/16/23

Republicans swept the North Shore of Nassau County in Tuesday’s election, with first-time candidate Samantha Goetz unseating incumbent County Legislator Josh Lafazan in the 18th District.

Red wave swamps North Shore

Joseph Saladino was re-elected Oyster Bay’s town supervisor on Tuesday, with nearly 31,000 votes, almost twice as many as his challenger, Jared Behr. The Republican incumbent’s campaign … more

By Will Sheeline | 11/10/23

Congressman George Santos claims he wants to run for reelection despite controversy surrounding his background.

George Santos claims first year in the House of Representatives has been ‘hellish’

During his campaign, Congressman George Santos was believed to be “the full embodiment of the American dream.” His narrative of being an openly gay child of Brazilian immigrants who rose … more

By Roksana Amid | 11/10/23

Republicans swept the North Shore of Nassau County, with first-time candidate Samantha Goetz unseating incumbent Josh Lafazan for the 18th Legislative District seat.

Red wave swamps North Shore

Joseph Saladino has secured his re-election as Oyster Bay's town supervisor with nearly 31,000 votes against his opponent Jared Behr’s roughly 16,000. Saladino's campaign centered on his … more

By Will Sheeline | 11/8/23

Protestors from the bipartisan nonprofit group Concerned Citizens of NY-03 chanted and jeered at Santos as he exited the courthouse.

Rep. George Santos survives vote to expel him by New York Republicans in House of Representatives

George Santos, the freshman Republican Congressman infamous for his lies about his background and the numerous legal charges against him, survived a vote of expulsion, brought by fellow New York … more

By Will Sheeline | 11/3/23

Helen Kotzky has been volunteering with the League of Women Voters since 2018. As part of her responsibilities, she visits North Shore communities to help register eligible voters at events.

League of Women Voters protects democracy, educates

Election season is a time when you’ll see canvassers at your door, lots of political literature in your mailbox, robocalls, text messages and campaign videos spilling across social media. As … more

By Roksana Amid | 11/3/23

Steve Labriola, Laura Maier and Vicki Walsh say they are serving on the Oyster Bay Town Council focused not just on their own communities, but all of the communities throughout the town. They say they hope voters will continue to let them do that when they visit the ballot box in the coming weeks.

Town of Oyster Bay GOP councilmembers vie for second chance

What’s most important to Oyster Bay Town Councilman Steve Labriola is his commitment to protecting a suburban quality of life. Councilwoman Laura Maier would keep her focus on bringing … more

By Laura Lane | 10/31/23