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Former Town Councilman Edward Ambrosino in April at the federal court in Central Islip.

Ambrosino sentenced to six months for tax evasion

Former Town of Hempstead Councilman Edward Ambrosino has been sentenced to six months in prison and three years supervised release for tax evasion. He was also ordered by a federal judge to pay … more

11/15/19

Don Clavin declared victory in the Town of Hempstead supervisor race on Nov. 5, but the Nassau County Board of Elections is still tallying ballots and has until Nov. 29 to declare a winner.

Town of Hempstead supervisor race remains undecided

More than a week after Election Day, the Hempstead Town supervisor race remains undecided. more

By Mike Smollins | 11/14/19

Macmillan Publishers limit e-book access at public libraries.

Macmillan responds to embargo criticism

Following months of criticism, Macmillan Publishers has officially decided to limit e-book availability to public libraries nationwide. The UK-based company, which publishes books around the … more

By Melissa Koenig and JD Freda | 11/14/19

A state Supreme Court judge denied the Village of Floral Park’s request for a temporary restraining order against construction at Belmont Park on Nov. 7.

Judge denies village’s restraining order request against Belmont construction

A state Supreme Court judge denied Floral Park officials’ request to halt construction at Belmont Park on Nov. 7, saying that the village failed to show that it was suffering from irreparable harm … more

By Melissa Koenig | 11/7/19

The U.S. Air Force used Boeing B-29 Superfortress bombers, like the one seen here, in World War II.

Guest Column: A veteran remembers the B-29 bombers

I vividly remember the Boeing B-29 Superfortress, a magnificent aircraft that was a major factor in ending World War II in the Pacific. With its higher speed, pressured crew compartment and greater … more

By George Rand | 11/7/19

Vincent Muscarella wins re-election

Vincent Muscarella has won another term to the Nassau County Legislature, as he won re-election against challenger Barbara Hafner on Nov. 5. As of press time Tuesday night, Muscarella had 9,489 votes … more

11/6/19

Muscarella defeats Tweedy in town's 2nd district

Thomas Muscarella managed to retain his seat as the Town of Hempstead councilman for the 2nd District on Tuesday night, when he declared victory over former Village of Floral Park Mayor Tom Tweedy. … more

By Melissa Koenig | 11/6/19

Don Clavin declared victory over Laura Gillen in the race for Town of Hempstead supervisor on Tuesday.

Donald Clavin declares victory over Laura Gillen in Town of Hempstead supervisor race

Donald Clavin declared victory over Laura Gillen in the race for Town of Hempstead supervisor Tuesday night. Gillen was seeking a second term and has not conceded the race. more

11/6/19

Nassau County District Attorney Madeline Singas declared victory early. She was joined here by her husband, Theo Apostolou, left, and Nassau Democratic Party Chairman Jay Jacobs.

Madeline Singas wins big in Nassau County D.A.'s race

With 54 percent of voting precincts reporting, Nassau County District Attorney Madeline Singas declared victory over her challenger, Francis McQuade. At press time, Singas had collected nearly 73,000 … more

11/5/19

Village of Floral Park officials filed a request for a temporary restraining order on construction at Belmont Park.

Floral Park officials submit request to halt Belmont Park construction

An attorney representing the Village of Floral Park filed a request with a state judge on Nov. 1 for a temporary restraining order to halt construction at Belmont Park. more

By Melissa Koenig | 11/1/19

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