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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

Tom Suozzi has won the special election to replace former Congressman George Santos, flipping New York's 3rd Congressional District from Republican to Democrat.

Tom Suozzi makes a triumphant return to Congress

After a contentious special election, Tom Suozzi has won back his old seat in Congress with 5.8. Despite a vigorous campaign by his Republican opponent Mazi Melesa Pilip, Suozzi’s election … more

By Will Sheeline | 2/13/24

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

Jim Toes, the president and CEO of the Security Traders Association, says he wants to foster ‘common sense’ market regulations.

Toes boasts ‘right attitude’ for civil service

The next congressional election is still a year and a half away, but the roster of candidates lining up to evict Congressman George Santos from his House seat is already sizable. more

By Roksana Amid | 10/6/23

Assemblywoman Michaelle Solages joins lawmakers and supporters like Assemblyman David Weprin, at left, and state Sen. Brad Hoylman-Sigal, at right, to call on her colleagues to support the Local Journalism Sustainability Act. The measure — currently included in the senate’s One House budget — would provide tax credits to local news outlets, so they can keep local reporters on the ground and covering communities.

Lawmakers, publishers rally in Albany to save local news

An advocacy group determined to save local news in New York rallied in Albany in an effort to bring more lawmakers to their cause. more

STAFF REPORT | 3/25/24

Liberty Utilities customers speak out at public hearings

A pair of virtual Public Service Commission hearings was held on Sept. 15 giving the public an opportunity to voice concerns about Liberty Utilities’ proposal to increase water rates in the … more

By Jordan Vallone | 10/6/23

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 | 11/16/23

Former Congressman George Santos announced he would run for office again, this time against Suffolk Republican Congressman Nick LaLota.

Santos announces comeback bid, challenges LaLota amid controversy

Former disgraced GOP Congressman George Santos, who was expelled from the House of Representatives last December, announced Thursday night that he’s running for Congress again, this time … more

By Roksana Amid | 3/8/24

New generator coming soon to Sea Cliff Fire Department

In a significant development for the Sea Cliff Fire Department and the village itself, Mayor Elena Villafane announced the securing of a $42,000 grant from FEMA’s Hazard Mitigation Assistance … more

By Will Sheeline | 2/2/24

The proposed Oyster Shore Energy Storage facility will replace the Global Petroleum terminal by Tappen Beach.

Proposed Glenwood Landing battery storage unit raises concerns

The prospect of a massive battery storage unit looming over Glenwood Landing has sparked a heated debate among residents, town officials, and the proposing company, Jupiter Power. The proposed Oyster … more

By Will Sheeline | 4/19/24

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