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We can still do big things, but we must do them together

If we are going to reduce crime, cut taxes and help our troubled schools, we have a lot of work to do to make sure that democracy wins. more

By Tom Suozzi | 3/10/22

Luis Forte, a World War II veteran, celebrated his 99th birthday at Sunrise Senior Living in Lynbrook on Feb. 27. He was greeted with a car parade and visits from residents and elected officials.

World War II veteran celebrates 99th birthday in Lynbrook

World War II veteran Louis Forte celebrated his 99th birthday to much fanfare on Feb. 27 as fellow veterans, first responders, elected officials and other residents offered him a drive-by salute. more

By Mike Smollins | 3/10/22

A rendering of the design for the proposed new fields at Marion Street Elementary and Lynbrook North Middle schools. The project has stirred some controversy because a plan to replace the parking lot at Marion Street would involve cutting down trees.

Lynbrook school board rethinks plans for parking lot after tree controversy emerges

The Lynbrook School District is examining alternative plans for parking near the Marion Street Elementary School playground after residents complained that the project would have destroyed trees near the school. more

By Mike Smollins | 3/3/22

Officials gathered outside of a home in East Meadow to celebrate Gov. Kathy Hochul taking the single-family zoning proposal out of her 2022-23 state budget.

East Rockaway, Lynbrook officials pleased by Gov. Hochul rescinding ADU proposal

Local officials have expressed relief in the wake of Gov. Kathy Hochul pulling the proposal in her 2022-23 New York state budget that would have required local goverments to allow an expansion of apartments in single-family neighborhoods. Many of them rejoiced outside of an East Meadow home on Feb. 18. more

By Mike Smollins and Mallory Wilson | 2/24/22

State zoning would destroy New York suburbs

A guest column from Nassau County Legislator in opposition to Gov. Kathy Hochul's zoning provision. more

By Bill Gaylor | 2/17/22

Lynbrook High School students, staff, school district administrators, law enforcement officers and elected officials gathered outside the school on Feb. 9 for a “Back the Blue” rally in support of police officers in the wake of the shooting deaths of New York City Police officers Jason Rivera and Wilbert Mora.

Lynbrook backs the blue at rally to support law enforcement

Lynbrook High School students and staff members, elected officials and residents gathered outside the school on Feb. 9 to “back the blue” in a show of support for law enforcement and to honor the memory of two slain New York City police officers. more

By Mike Smollins | 2/17/22

N.Y. reaps benefits of federal infrastructure bill

Speaking last Friday in Woodbury before the Long Island Association, Gov. Kathy Hochul devoted much of her speech, delivered with characteristically biting humor . . . more

1/27/22

Lynbrook Post Commander Bill Marinaccio, center, accepted the American Legion Membership Citation from Nassau County American Legion Commander Pat Alesia, second from left. Also taking part were, from left, Nassau County First Division Vice Commander Sean Hood, American Legion 10th District Vice Commander Frank Colon and Nassau County Adjutant Joseph Scarola.

Lynbrook American Legion Post 335 earns Membership Citation

Lynbrook’s American Legion Post 335 has again won the American Legion Membership Citation, which is presented to a post that has a membership that exceeds that of the previous year. more

1/27/22

Nassau County Legislature: A year in review

The year 2021 was another busy one for the Nassau County Legislature. As we enter 2022, I wanted to take a moment to highlight some of the key initiatives from last year that were passed by the Legislature and signed into law. more

By Bill Gaylor | 1/6/22

Conservative politics could play into school elections

The war on local school boards, teaching and history is escalating as conservative activists and Republican politicians prepare for the 2022 congressional midterm elections. more

By Alan Singer | 12/23/21

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