Town of Hempstead backs ending congestion pricing

Town leaders and local officials are celebrating the move by President Donald Trump and the Federal Highway Administration to shut down New York City’s congestion pricing program.

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Long Island Rail Road branches face delays and cancellations: What you need to know for tonight's commute.

Long Island Rail Road commuters should brace for delays and cancellations during this evening’s rush hour, thanks to an Amtrak switch malfunction east of Penn Station. The Babylon, Ronkonkoma, …

Late basket lifts Wantagh over Lynbrook for title

Trailing Lynbrook by a point in the waning moments of Monday night’s Nassau Class A girls’ basketball championship game, Wantagh’s designed play off a timeout resulted in a good …

Town of Hempstead backs ending congestion pricing

Town leaders and local officials are celebrating the move by President Donald Trump and the Federal Highway Administration to shut down New York City’s congestion pricing program.

Wantagh prepares for St. Patrick’s Day Parade

Wantagh will go green on Sunday, March 16, as the community gathers for the annual St. Patrick’s Day Parade, followed by two festive block parties.

Here's what's happening at the Wantagh Public Library to get into the holiday spirit

The Wantagh Public Library is bringing holiday cheer to the community with an array of festive events this season. From a musical journey through holiday classics and craft workshops to a bus trip to see an iconic musical, there's something for everyone to enjoy.

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Laura Gillen: Government must be efficient, coherent and transparent

Throughout my career in public service, I’ve steadfastly championed government efficiency, easing the burden on taxpayers, and eliminating waste, fraud and abuse.

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Michael Giangregorio: Drivers must share the road with bicycles and e-bikes

As spring approaches and the weather warms, the roads will soon be filled with cyclists, e-bike riders and electric scooter users.

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Will Sheeline: Destroying Roosevelt’s legacy

Like any resident of Oyster Bay, I’ve always had a fascination with our hometown president, Theodore Roosevelt. He seemed like such a larger-than-life character, a writer who was a soldier, a hunter who was a politician, and a statesman who truly cared for, and understood the needs of, the common man.