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Nassau County Executive Bruce Blakeman and Nassau County Legislature presiding officer Howard Kopel, say they are compelling Hofstra University president Susan Poser to appear before the legislature next week. Blakeman accuses Poser of colluding with a Sands competitor in an effort to thwart casino plans in Uniondale — something both Poser and Hard Rock International deny.

Blakeman subpoenas Hofstra prez over casino claim

The battle between Nassau County and Hofstra University appears to be heating up beyond the legal action between the two. County Executive Bruce Blakeman says he has subpoenaed Hofstra president Susan Poser, accusing her of colluding with a competing casino organization in an effort to derail plans by Las Vegas Sands to redevelop the Nassau Coliseum. more

By Brandon Cruz | 1/17/24

Small businesses need us, and we need them

Our world is seemingly dominated by the twists and turns of the nation’s largest corporations, where billions of dollars are constantly at play, and millions of jobs on the table. more

11/9/23

Congestion pricing will fuel further flight from New York

In recent times, far too many New Yorkers have been forced to flee the place they’ve spent most of their lives, driven out by high taxes, an ever-increasing cost of living . . . more

By Anthony D'Esposito | 9/7/23

Local news is good for business

It’s no secret that recent years have been tough on small businesses and on newspapers. A bipartisan bill, the Community News & Small Business Support Act, which has been introduced in Congress, would offer relief to both newspapers and local businesses. more

By Dean Ridings | 7/27/23

Marc Perez, president of Bank of America Long Island

INAUGURAL HERALD’S WOMEN’S EXECUTIVE (WE) SUMMIT TO BE PRESENTED BY BANK OF AMERICA

Herald Community Newspapers and RichnerLIVE today announced Bank of America as the presenting sponsor for its inaugural Women’s Executive (WE) Summit to be held August 7, 2023 at The Crescent … more

7/6/23

Hundreds came out to support Mount Sinai South Nassau Hospital during its annual fundraising golf outing last year at The Seawane Club in Hewlett Harbor. This year’s event not only returns to Seawane, but will be played at the Rockaway Hunting Club in Lawrence, and the Rockville Links Club in Rockville Centre as well.

Long Island’s largest hospital fundraiser tees off May 15

There’s nothing bigger on Long Island — at least as far as annual hospital golf fundraiser goes, and it kicks off Monday, May 15 at three Nassau County courses. Sponsored by Mount … more

By James Bernstein | 4/24/23

The state’s cannabis control board recently approved nearly 100 more conditional cannabis dispensary licenses, with 23 coming to Long Island. But don’t expect too many to pop up in your neighborhood — if any.

More marijuana licenses coming, but not so much here

There are nearly two-dozen more conditional cannabis dispensary licenses on their way to Long Island. But thanks to local pushback in a number of Nassau County communities, chances are very low one … more

By Brendan Carpenter | 4/18/23

Hislon Jewelers on Merrick Road in Merrick has its roots in the famous Hislon Watches, from Jeff Kaspar’s family. From left were Hempstead Town Clerk Kate Murray, Business and Marketing Manager and wife Adrien Ricci, son Rocco, owner Jeff Kaspar, President of the Merrick Chamber of Commerce Ira Reiter, jejweler Ibo and his son Ali, Merrick Chamber of Commerce member Joe Baker and County Legislator Steve Rhoads.

From Turkey to Long Island, Merrick jeweler runs a gem of a business

It’s been 12 years since Jeff Kaspar brought Hislon from Turkey to Long Island. But the owner of Hislon Jewelers is finding plenty of success — in Merrick. more

By Alexa Anderwkavich | 10/6/22

Bourbon & Brews, a craft beer and bourbon bar in Merrick, hosted a charity comedy night to raise funds for St. Jude’s Children’s Research Hospital.

Many laughs had at Bourbon & Brews

At Bourbon & Brews, being an active part of the community is what the business is all about. more

8/11/22

Herb Maletz, a longtime coach in the league, saved his team’s photos throughout the years. Above, Maletz with his 2016-17 SuperSenior team, which won the league competition that year.

Basketball league in danger of folding

The North Bellmore- North Merrick Basketball League, which has been around since the 1960s, is in danger of folding this year, due to a lack of volunteers to help lead the program. more

By Jordan Vallone | 8/11/22

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