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Harvey Weisenberg, left, is squaring off against challenger Jeff Toback in the Democratic primary on Sept. 14.

Talking with Jeff Toback and Harvey Weisenberg

Harvey Weisenberg, the incumbent representative for the 20th State Assembly District, is being challenged this year in a Democratic Primary by Jeff Toback, former Nassau County legislator. The Herald … more

8/18/10

Long Beach Jazz Festival

Hear some swinging jazz when the Long Beach Jazz Festival returns to the City By the Sea, Sept. 23-26. “We’re so excited that’s it’s the 8th annual event,” said founder and organizer Steve … more

8/11/10

20th AD primary race heats up

Former Nassau County Legislator Jeff Toback has entered the Democratic primary against state Assemblyman Harvey Weisenberg, vying for the seat Weisenberg has held for two decades. Toback, who … more

Alex Costello | 8/4/10

The Beach House — casual seaside dining and live entertainment

Seaside casual, The Beach House exudes a festive presence to western Long Beach, starting with its patio dining. On a daily basis, clientele can enjoy exotic drinks, sensational food and timely tunes by live musicians. more

Terry Biener | 7/29/10

Audrey Goldfeder, of Hicksville, and her dance partner, Paul Schwartz, of Hewlett Harbor, took a spin around the picnic area, while they waited for the rain to let up — which it did.

Clouds part for Emil Stucchio and the Classics

Emil Stucchio and The Classics entertained the audience on the beach at Hewlett Point as part of the Town of Hempstead’s musical Summer Series on July 13. Stucchio has lived in East Rockaway since 1964. Even a 10-minute downpour shortly into the performance couldn’t damped the crowd’s enthusiasm, and soon the clouds parted as the group sang standards from the 50s and 60s. more

Mary Malloy | 7/28/10

The Oceanside Fire Department's water rescue team finishes up a drill.

Oceanside Fire Department participates in mock water rescue

On July 18, the East Rockaway Fire Department, under the director of Chief Joseph Mihalich, hosted a water rescue drill in conjunction with the Atlantic Beach, Hewlett, Merrick, Oceanside, Port … more

7/21/10

An aerial view of the teams’ efforts. The East Rockaway Fire Department, under the director of Chief Joseph Mihalich, hosted a water rescue drill in conjunction with the Atlantic Beach, Hewlett, Merrick, Oceanside, Port Washington, Rockville Centre and Wantagh fire departments.

East Rockaway Fire Department hosts rescue drill

On July 18, the East Rockaway Fire Department, under the director of Chief Joseph Mihalich, hosted a water rescue drill in conjunction with the Atlantic Beach, Hewlett, Merrick, Oceanside, Port Washington, Rockville Centre and Wantagh fire departments. more

Mary Malloy | 7/21/10

Three counselors from the Town of Hempstead's Camp Anchor in Lido Beach were killed this morning in a single-car crash on the Meadowbrook Parkway.

Three Camp Anchor counselors killed in crash on Meadowbrook Parkway

New York State Police are reporting that three Lido Beach summer camp workers were killed in a single-car crash on the southbound side of the Meadowbrook Parkway, just south of the Southern State … more

Deirdre Krasula and Anthony Rifilato | 7/15/10

A reel-y big fish story

On Sat., June 26, at 6 a.m. Ken Smith, pictured in the Jets T-shirt above, departed for his first fishing tournament from Jones Beach Inlet for an undisclosed fishing spot 50 miles off shore for The Woodcleft Shark Tournament. more

7/7/10

Summer can be cool if we all follow the rules

Recent drowning deaths on Long Island have prompted local officials to focus on water safety at our beaches, bays and public pools and to remind private pool owners of regulations already in place. more

7/1/10