I have known Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer since 1972. I have watched him grow from being a state assemblyman to one of the most powerful political leaders in the United States. Schumer is a serious and smart lawmaker, and he measures his every word with the greatest of caution. When he speaks, it is well planned, because he is conscious of the fact that the press will hold him accountable for his actions.
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By Jerry Kremer
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3/29/24
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The Hofstra baseball team missed out on a chance to defend its conference title last year and is fueled for a return to the championship stage in late May this spring. After reaching the NCAA …
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By Andrew Coen
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4/5/24
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John Bartlett's Pet adoption event in NYC
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Menswear designer John Bartlett held another pet adoption event at his namesake store at Charles and 7th Ave. South on April 17. In conjunction with North Shore Animal League America, Bartlett hosted the event with hundreds of pet lovers stopping by to ooh and awww -- and to even give some of the cute dogs and cats new, loving homes.
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Mary Malloy
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4/21/10
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County Executive Ed Mangano faced a rebuke from his own party on Monday following his eighth State of the County address, with top Republicans publicly calling for his resignation.
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By Erik Hawkins
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4/3/17
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They’re good people. They’re strong. And they’re heroes.
That’s how people in New York describe volunteer firefighters, according to a survey conducted by the …
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3/29/24
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Hofstra’s softball team is seeking an encore from the program’s first NCAA Tournament appearance since 2018 last season with many new faces.
Led largely by five veteran fifth-year …
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By Andrew Coen
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4/5/24
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Hurricane Sandy hit Bellmore homes and businesses hard, with downed trees and power lines, and plenty of damage to cars and buildings. In the days that followed our photographers and readers …
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11/5/12
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Those special ladies in our lives deserve a memorable day. Yes, a bouquet of flowers, cards, even that special breakfast, are all certainly welcome. But what could be better than surrounding her with blooms? Old Westbury Gardens is just the place to do that on Sunday, aka Mother’s Day.
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By Karen Bloom
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5/10/23
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October marks the return of the “spooky season.” But before you get all dressed up and head out to celebrate Halloween, it’s important to remember that safety must come first.
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10/26/23
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Another dose of Disney wonder awaits us as we usher in the holiday season. The latest Disney ice spectacle — aptly titled “Magic in the Stars” — arrives at UBS Arena on Nov. 15, to the delight of families who eagerly embrace every Disney moment.
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By Karen Bloom
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11/8/23
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