Nassau County Executive Bruce Blakeman's program to enlist civilians as provisional special deputy sheriffs during crises has sparked controversy, with supporters emphasizing enhanced emergency response capabilities and opponents expressing concerns about increased firearm presence and lack of transparency. Residents like Laura Burns and Allison Dzikowski distrust the necessity of civilians in law enforcement roles, while county legislators, including Delia DeRiggi-Whitton, criticize Blakeman for insufficient consultation and raise doubts about the adequacy of training provided to the special deputies, with DeRiggi-Whitton drawing comparisons to historical paramilitary groups, sparking outrage from Blakeman and his supporters. more

A 4.8 magnitude earthquake shook the Northeast at 10:23 a.m. on Friday. Light shaking was felt throughout the entire region. more

County Executive Bruce Blakeman demanded today that Nassau County Minority Leader Delia DeRiggi-Whitton resign. Blakeman, a Republican of the Jewish faith, accused DeRiggi-Whitton, a Democrat, at the … more

Oyster Bay-East Norwich fourth graders from James H. Vernon School showcased their knowledge of the American Revolution through a group project which they presented to family members on March 22. … more

The Village of Sea Cliff recently welcomed George Williams as its newest trustee, bringing a wealth of diverse experiences and a strong commitment to community service to his new role.… more

Rebecca and Craig Castronovo can’t imagine a time where their two children, Ella, 11, and Juliette, 10, won’t have needed health insurance. For Ella, a diabetic, and Juliette, who is … more

The Gold Coast Business Association held its Business in Bloom 2024 event, which honored five local non-profit organizations whose work benefits the community. The event, held at Sea Cliff Manor, … more

Juniors win big at North Shore High School's annual Sports Night competition … more

Volunteering can be a “win, win,” Jennifer Roth said. As keynote speaker at a workshop at Glen Cove Library on March 6 entitled, “The Benefits of Volunteering,” she shared … more

The North Shore School District’s music department recently embarked on a remarkable journey across Europe, leaving a melodious mark in several cities across Italy, Serbia, and Croatia. The … more