“We’re doing everything we can to rebuild our facilities,” said Recreation Department Commissioner Bob Piazza of efforts to fully restore the Recreation Center following Hurricane Sandy. …
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By Chris Engelhardt
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5/23/13
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Unsound surf shop hosted its 4th annual Surf Art Show last Saturday, an event that marked the shop’s re-grand opening and also featured music, modern art and delicious local food.
Residents …
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By Chris Engelhardt
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5/23/13
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Surf Week, hosted by the Allegria Hotel and presented by NY Sea Productions, will take place July 11-14, and feature an array of events, including several benefits, parties, concerts and assorted contests.
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By Anthony Rifilato
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7/11/12
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Two weeks ago, I was called into the office of the Heralds’ executive editor, John O’Connell, and as I sat down with John and Long Beach Herald Editor Anthony Rifilato — my editor and mentor …
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By Chris Engelhardt
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3/23/12
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Following a call for greater transparency by several South Shore civic and elected leaders over a proposal by Nassau County Executive Ed Mangano to sell or lease three of the county’s sewage …
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By Chris Engelhardt
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3/20/12
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Local environmental activists met last week with city officials to discuss a series of initiatives that could be implemented to ensure for a “greener” and more environmentally friendly Long …
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By Chris Engelhardt
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3/7/12
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Several South Shore civic and elected leaders have banded together to decry a proposal by Nassau County Executive Ed Mangano to sell or lease three of the county’s sewage treatment plants to a …
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Chris Engelhardt and David Weingrad
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2/29/12
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Embattled Democratic City Councilman Mike Fagen pleaded not guilty to charges that he illegally collected more than $14,000 in unemployment benefits at his arraignment in Nassau County Court last …
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By Chris Engelhardt
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2/29/12
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“The reception here has been very great, really positive and it’s very flattering,” said New York Giants punter Steve Weatherford of last week’s “Super Bowl Victory Party” at the …
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By Chris Engelhardt
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2/22/12
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“This month is important for African Americans — it gives many a sense of pride,” said Ar-Rahman Buskey, program director of the Martin Luther King Center.
“It’s important to let …
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Chris Engelhardt
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2/13/12
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