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Jared Behr claims that the Town of Oyster Bay has been stuck under one party rule, and he seeks to bring ethical and infrastructural reforms if elected.

Town of Oyster Bay supervisor candidate Jared Behr Running on ethics and reform platform

With election season right around the corner, there are currently two candidates for the office of Town of Oyster Bay supervisor — challenger Jared Behr, a Democrat, and Republican … more

By Will Sheeline | 9/8/23

Spotted lantern flies are an invasive species originally from China, which experts say should be squashed on sight.

Spotted lanternflies cause a buzz in Sea Cliff

The spotted lantern fly, an invasive species that feeds on plants and trees, has made its way to Long Island’s North Shore. The species has been the focus of recent media attention and Sea … more

By Daniel Offner and Will Sheeline | 9/29/23

Voters will head to the polls on Feb. 13 for the special election between Mazi Melesa Pilip, above, and Tom Suozzi.

Third Congressional District voters weigh in on special election between Pilip and Suozzi

With New York’s 3rd Congressional District facing an unprecedented special election to replace disgraced former Congressman George Santos, all eyes are on the two candidates vying to replace … more

By Will Sheeline | 1/5/24

The 3rd Congressional District's special election is right around the corner. Find out what you need to know to vote.

What voters need to know about voting in the special election for the 3rd Congressional District

As the special election for New York's 3rd Congressional District approaches, voters are gearing up to cast their ballots to fill the vacant seat left by former Congressman George Santos. With … more

By Will Sheeline | 2/1/24

Former Democratic state Sen. Anna Kaplan has officially kicked off her candidacy to run as a challenger in the 3rd Congressional District primary with the release of a video.

Representative George Santos' indictment inspires former State Senator Anna Kaplan to move campaign plan forward

A video released on May 11 by former Democratic State Sen. Anna Kaplan was an official kickoff for her candidacy as a challenger in the 3rd Congressional District primary. The video has already had … more

By Laura Lane | 5/21/23

While she is best known as one of America’s most iconic First Ladies, there is much more to Jackie’s story than meets the eye.

Jacqueline Kennedy comes to Sea Cliff Arts Council

America’s most iconic First Lady will be making a trip to Sea Cliff for a unique event titled “Happy Hour with Jackie O.” This upcoming lecture, presented by Ed Lieberman, the … more

By Will Sheeline | 11/10/23

New state budget threatens local schools

Governor Kathy Hochul’s proposed state budget for 2024-2025 is sending shockwaves through school districts throughout the North Shore of Long Island. Despite the fact that the governor has … more

By Will Sheeline | 2/23/24

Former U.S. Rep. Tom Suozzi has come up with what he terms an ‘Ellis Island solution’ to address immigration issues.

Tom Suozzi has a plan for immigration

Former Congressman Tom Suozzi, who is hoping to recapture his seat in the House of Representatives, says he’s frustrated the federal government isn’t addressing the national immigration … more

By Roksana Amid | 1/5/24

Congressman Tom Suozzi, of Glen Cove, traveled to Washington for the State of the Union where he managed to take a selfie with the President.

Tom Suozzi snaps a selfie with President Biden at State of the Union

When people living in the 3rd Congressional District watched the State of the Union on Thursday night, they saw images of elected leaders they’ve seen in the newspaper and on television, but … more

By Laura Lane | 3/8/24

Thanks to the funding from the Construction Aid grant, the Gold Coast Public Library expects to have its new building completed by 2025.

Grant money comes in for Locust Valley and Gold Coast libraries

The Gold Coast Public Library in Glen Head and the Locust Valley Library has together received over $265,000 for both libraries to begin various and extensive construction projects. The funding … more

By Will Sheeline | 9/3/23

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