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Town of Hempstead Supervisor Don Clavin, left, and his challenger, Jason Abelove

Jason Abelove challenges Don Clavin for Hempstead town supervisor

Jason Abelove is challenging Don Clavin for Town of Hempstead supervisor. Ahead of Election Day on Nov. 2, the Herald asked the candidates questions about their goals and issues facing the community. more

By Mike Smollins | 10/15/21

Todd Kaminsky, the Democratic candidate for Nassau County district attorney.

Nassau district attorney candidates trade accusations

The race for Nassau district attorney has quickly become one of the most hotly contested in the county, with Democratic State Sen. Todd Kaminsky, of Long Beach, and Republican Anne Donnelly, of … more

By Jim Bernstein and Scott Brinton | 10/6/21

Gov. Andrew Cuomo announced his resignation Tuesday. He will leave office in 14 days.

Governor Cuomo announces resignation amid sexual harassment allegations

Gov. Andrew Cuomo announced his resignation on Tuesday, catching New Yorkers off guard, particularly after he began his roughly 20-minute-long speech with a seemingly defiant tone, calling himself a fighter. more

By Scott Brinton | 8/10/21

Elected officials have been vocal in pushing for Gov. Andrew Cuomo to step down in light of his alleged sexual misconduct.

State, federal and county officials call for Gov. Andrew Cuomo's resignation in wake of scandal

County and state officials joined a chorus of voices across the country that have called for the immediate resignation of Gov. Andrew Cuomo, after New York’s Attorney General Letitia James released a blockbuster report Tuesday detailing allegations of sexual misconduct by the governor. more

By Jim Bernstein and Mike Smollins | 8/4/21

GOP D.A. candidate takes aim at Kaminsky

Anne Donnelly, a career prosecutor who this week was named the Nassau Republican’s nominee for county district attorney, wasted no time on calling out what she sees as her opponent’s chief … more

By James Bernstein | 7/22/21

Town of Hempstead officials and Mount Sinai South Nassau have partnered to provide sunscreen at town-operated beaches and pools. Taking part were, from left, Town Clerk Kate Murray, MSSN Chief Medical Officer Dr. Adhi Sharma, Councilman Anthony D’Esposito, Supervisor Don Clavin and Receiver of Taxes Jeanine Driscoll.

Town of Hempstead officials, Mount Sinai South Nassau administrators visit Bay Park to announce summer sunscreen initiative

Town of Hempstead officials and Mount Sinai South Nassau Hospital in Oceanside have partnered to implement complimentary sunscreen dispensers at town-operated beaches and pool complexes. more

7/7/21

Oceanside School District Superintendent Dr. Phyllis Harrington.

Mask mandates for students puzzle Oceanside, Island Park parents, officials

Though Gov. Andrew Cuomo last announced that a mask mandate would be lifted in schools, state officials decided Monday that students should wear them inside for the rest of the school year, while parents expressed varying views about unmasking their children in school going forward. Districts can, however, choose to opt out of masking requirements. more

By Mike Smollins | 6/9/21

Oceanside Sanitation District No. 7 Commissioner Ryan Hemsley.

Firm reveals findings in Oceanside sanitation probe about alleged racist posts

The Oceanside Sanitation District No. 7 board of commissioners is seeking to move forward and put controversy behind it after an independent law firm revealed the findings of its probe into Commissioner Ryan Hemsley at the board’s June 3 meeting. more

By Mike Smollins | 6/9/21

Though long-awaited repairs to Austin Boulevard in Island Park have caused traffic jams, many residents said they’re worth it to finally fix the road.

Island Park residents take Austin Boulevard traffic in stride amid repairs

Though an $8.9 million repair to Austin Boulevard has snarled traffic on the Island Park thoroughfare, residents have accepted the inconvenience, saying they have waited two decades for completion of the project. more

By Mike Smollins | 5/26/21

Kathleen McDonough. Age: 44 years old Family: Daughter, Kayla 13 years old and a son, Colin 9 years old Number of children in district: 2 Lincoln Orens and F. X. Hegarty respectively Professional experience: For the last twenty-one years, I have been an educator with Lawrence Public Schools where I am a third grade teacher. I hold a Bachelor's Degree from Molloy College and a Master's degree from Adelphi University. Other positions: During the past five years, I had the privilege of serving the Island Park Community as a Board of Education Trustee for Island Park Public Schools where I currently preside as Vice President. In addition, I am an active member of the Island Park Parent Teacher Association where I sit on both the Nomination and End of Year Committees. In the past, I have served as a Board member for the Island Park Civic Association and a union representative for the Lawrence Teachers Association.

Island Park Board of Education trustee outlines goals ahead of uncontested election

One candidate will run uncontested in the Island Park Board of Education election on Tuesday. Ahead of the polls opening, Kathleen McDonough shared her goals and visions for the board going forward. more

By Mike Smollins | 5/17/21

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