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Assemblywoman Michaelle Solages joins lawmakers and supporters like Assemblyman David Weprin, at left, and state Sen. Brad Hoylman-Sigal, at right, last month to call on her colleagues to support the Local Journalism Sustainability Act. A version of this measure was included in the finalized state budget that was approved this weekend by Gov. Kathy Hochul and state lawmakers.
State budget includes $90 million local media tax credit
New York unveils groundbreaking payroll tax credit for local news outlets, boosting journalism sustainability and democracy. more
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Jimmy at the entrance to his iconic junkyard which he took over in 1984.
Jimmy's Junk - A collection of memories [Photo gallery]
Neatly placed junk might sound like an oxymoron but many people think a junk man can't be an environmentalist either. more
Long Beach High School Prom Committee members took a special trip to Chateau Briand to thank the catering facility for donating the reception and flowers for their prom. Pictured from left are Andrea Wilkins, Natalie Simonelli, Joe Mandaro, Elyse Stark and Victor Scotto Jr.
Chateau Briand to host free prom for LBHS
For the past seven years, Long Beach High School has held its senior prom at Chateau Briand in Carle Place. However, due to the hardships caused by Hurricane Sandy, this year’s event was nearly … more
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Scott Mandel
Rebuilding a better boardwalk in Long Beach
It has been just over four months since Superstorm Sandy descended upon our city. In that time, despite suffering the highest storm surge and some of the heaviest damage in New York State, we have … more
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Frank Zerbe’s bulkhead was destroyed during Hurricane Sandy, and, 18 months later, he needs funding to rebuild it.
Post-storm struggles continue
Patty Vacchio lost her Inwood home in Hurricane Sandy. While some things have improved, she said, she doesn’t believe that people in her situation are any better off nearly 18 months after the storm. more
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Jason Schatzberg and Andrea Fitzgerald, of Paninis & Bikinis, are among the owners of 35 local businesses that received grants from National Grid to help rebuild after Hurricane Sandy.
National Grid donates $1.1 million to local businesses
“We’re very excited to be back,” said Long Beach resident Jason Schatzberg, owner of Paninis & Bikinis, who is reopening his West End eatery in two weeks, almost eight months after Hurricane … more
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Rep. George Santos' fundraiser indicted for identity theft
George Santos’ tenure as representative for New York’s 3rd Congressional District has accomplished nothing for his constituents, but the freshman does continue to attract controversy. He … more
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Renowned saxophonist Richie Cannata, a cancer survivor, played ‘New York State of Mind’ for attendees at Northwell’s Cancer Survivors Day event. The Glen Cove resident shared his story for the first time.
Celebrating a special day for cancer survivors
When Richie Cannata picked up his first instrument at age 4, music became a fundamental part of his life. He often jokes that he’s never had a job. Instead he has made a very good living thanks to his musical talents. And he is a cancer survivor. more
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Michael Rubinowitz says he has loved making art since he was five years old.
Artist Michael Rubinowitz shows the layers of Sea Cliff
The artwork of collagist and creator Michael Rubinowitz has been on display at the Sea Cliff Arts Council since the beginning of July. Rubinowitz lives in Manhattan’s Chelsea but his art studio … more
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A 5K Pumpkin Run, scheduled last Saturday in Baldwin Park, went ahead in spite of Sandy. Another sign that Baldwin's bouncing back.
Battling back
The power was still out in many homes; the seawater was still in many homes. It was getting cold, and another storm was on the horizon. But even as Baldwin struggled against wave after wave of bad fortune, a second tide was rising. Community spirit — the spirit of neighbor helping neighbor — was helping Baldwin battle back. more
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