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John Niven, who died on Sept. 11, 2001, adored his toddler son, John Jr. He enjoyed involving him in every part of his life, even washing his car on weekends in Oyster Bay.

Remembering John Niven, one of the victims of 9/11

Tim Lee was driving when he heard that the remains of his best friend, John Niven, had been identified. A senior vice president at the consulting firm Aon, Niven, 44, had perished on Sept. 11, 2001, … more

By Laura Lane | 2/2/24

Long Beach is proposed to lose millions in aid, which has school officials voicing their frustration.

Long Beach schools may lose state aid

Gov. Kathy Hochul announced her proposed executive budget for fiscal year 2025 on Jan. 16, revealing, among other things, the aid each school district would be receiving — or losing. In … more

By Brendan Carpenter | 2/2/24

One of the furry friends at the shelter, which is in need of about $50,000.

So many Long Beach cats need your help

The Long Beach Humane Society, which has been in operation since 1976, is at risk of closing amid a financial crisis worsened by the coronavirus pandemic. “It takes a lot of money to run a … more

By Angelina Zingariello | 2/2/24

Canine distemper can spread easily between raccoons and dogs, and often leads to the euthanization of the infected animal.

Raccoon distemper at all-time high in Nassau County according to local experts

The raccoon distemper crisis on Long Island has reached alarming levels, prompting a closer examination of the disease’s impact on wildlife and the challenges faced by residents. Insights … more

By Will Sheeline | 1/26/24

A grant will allow the village to hire a consultant to identify key issues in street safety throughout Sea Cliff, with a special emphasis on child safety walking to and from school.

Sea Cliff gets grant to study street safety

In a recent development, the Village of Sea Cliff has struck gold with a new grant aimed at enhancing road safety. The first significant grant comes from the federal Department of … more

By Will Sheeline | 1/26/24

Remembering John Niven, one of the victims of 9/11

Tim Lee was driving when he heard that the remains of his best friend, John Niven, had been identified. A senior vice president at the consulting firm Aon, Niven, 44, had perished on Sept. 11, 2001, … more

By Laura Lane | 1/26/24

Cal Krinsky, left, held his charity event at COCO Confections + Coffee, owned by Terrence Kennif, right.

Helping others through the power of art

A remarkable 9-year-old named Cal Krinsky is making waves by channeling his passion for art into a charitable cause. Cal, a resident of Sea Cliff, has been auctioning off his artwork to raise funds … more

By Will Sheeline | 1/26/24

Mill Pond House is a historic property dating back to the early 1700’s, and over its existence it has served as a mill, a residence and even a gift shop.

Considering Mill Pond House’s fate

In the heart of Oyster Bay, Mill Pond House, a living relic dating back to the early 1700s, is caught in a tug-of-war between its storied past and an uncertain future. Once a bustling hub linked to … more

By Will Sheeline | 1/26/24

Former Congressman Tom Suozzi was joined by the leaders and members of several environmental organizations, who endorsed him for his strong stance on climate change and wildlife and open space conservation.

Tom Suozzi and Mazi Melesa Pilip emphasize the importance of the environment in special election

As the special election for New York’s 3rd Congressional District draws closer, members of local environmental groups and North Shore residents gathered at Sea Cliff Beach on Jan. 11 to declare … more

By Will Sheeline | 1/26/24

Tom Suozzi wants debates, Mazi Melesa Pilip doesn’t have time

With the special election to find the replacement for fallen U.S. Rep. George Santos entering its final weeks, all eyes have turned to the two candidates: Tom Suozzi and Mazi Melesa Pilip. Suozzi, a … more

By Will Sheeline | 1/26/24